Arnett Islay

Lewis-George

Arnett "Umi" Islay Lewis-George was born on September 3, 1948, to the union of Edward Lewis, Se., and Susie Hawkins-Lewis in Tampa, Florida. Umi received her formal education in the Jersey City School System in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Arnett Lewis was united in holy matrimony with Harvey George, in Jersey City, New Jersey. Their union was blessed with 5 children. She was employed by Visiting Homemakers as a Home Health Aide, for over 35 years. In her leisure time she enjoyed being a foster mom for over 40 years, and spending time with her family. Umi also enjoyed going shopping just because it was a sale.

On Sunday, August 13, 2023, Mrs. Arnett Islay Lewis-George passed away at the age of 74. Mrs. George joined her Heavenly family to rejoice in the Heaven above. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey George; parents, Edward and Susie George; bonus daughter, Shirkira; brothers, Edward Jr., Earl and Russell; sisters, Denise and Charlene, and two handymen, Barry and Willy.

Mrs. Arnett Islay Lewis-George, "Umi" as she affectionately called leaves to cherish her memories her 5 children, James (Tonya), Yolanda (James), Tamara (Dwight), Anthony (Shakeira), and Darrow; one stepson, Kenny; 12 grandchildren, Rashard, Shanice, Quron, Tanisha, Jasmine, Quan, Taytianna, Janaya, James, Jr., Dajaay, Anthony Jr., and Islaysia; a special daughter-in-law, Catherine; brother, Roger (Patricia); sister, Linda; sisters-in-law, Margaret Ann, and Linda Gail; special cousin, Cheryl, she also leaves a host of others nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that will miss her dearly.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 24, 2023, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Burden's Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, August 25, 2023, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel at Burden's Funeral Home. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service hour. Pastor Fred Blackmon is the Eulogist.

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