Wilber Mason Lewis

b. February 1859, d. 1926
  • Wilber Mason Lewis was born in February 1859 in Illinois.
  • Bachus Wilber Lewis and Maria L. Binkley appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1860 in Bloomington, McLean County, Illinois. Other members of the household included Wilber Mason Lewis. Also in the household were children Euretta (age 12), Harriet (10), George B. (8), Elias (6) and Della (4).
  • Bachus Wilber Lewis and Maria L. Binkley appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1870 in Mad River Township, Montgomery County, Ohio. Other members of the household included Wilber Mason Lewis. Also in the household were children Euretta (age 21), Katy (20), George B. (18), Charlie (15) and Grace (8).
  • Bachus Wilber Lewis and Maria L. Binkley appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1880 in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio, at 1903 East First Street. Other members of the household included Wilber Mason Lewis. Also in the household was daughter Grace (age 17).
  • He was a saw maker, according to the 1880 census.
  • He married Jennie Mae Lee circa 1882.
  • Wilber Mason Lewis and Jennie Mae Lee appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1900 in Waco, McLennan County, Texas, at 812 North 5th Street. Other members of the household included John Milligan Lewis and Ruth E. Lewis. Also in the household were children Grace (age 16), Pauline (7), W. M. Jr. (3), and male boarder R. H. King, YMCA general secretary.
  • He was YMCA State Secretary, according to the 1900 census.
  • The following appeared on 2 February 1906 in The Clifton Record: Rev. W. M. Lewis who has accepted the call of the Presbyterian congration of Clifton preached his first sermon Sunday morning and evening. He preached in the morning from the topic: Private Prayer and Family Prayer, and at the vening service from--the Friendship of Jesus. These topics were so ably presented that all who heard him went away pleased that Clifton had been favored with so able a minister.
         His many years of Y. M. C. A. work among the young men and boys has, no doubt, better qualified him to be of much help to them in the upbuilding and acquiring of correct habits of life and living.
         The Presbyterians are to be congratulated upon the selection of this man.
  • Wilber Mason Lewis and Jennie Mae Lee appeared in the US federal census of 15 April 1910 in Clifton, Bosque County, Texas, at 9th Street. Other members of the household included John Milligan Lewis and Ruth E. Lewis. Also in the household were chilren Grace (age 26), Pauline (17) and Wilber M. Jr. (13).
  • He was a Presbyterian preacher, according to the 1910 census. in May 1910.
  • The following appeared on 2 December 1910 in The Clifton Record: It was with a feeling of deep sadness and regret that the announcement of Rev. W. M. Lewis' intended departure from Clifton to make his home in another locality was received on last Sunday morning.
         Five years ago on Dec. 17, 1905, Mr. Lewis began his pastorate among the members of the Presbyterian Church, moving here with his estimable family about the first of the year 1906. At that time the First Presbyterian Church was composed of a little band of workers, just 22 in number which, by the earnest consecration, the zealous labor, and combined efforts of the pastor and people, has grown to 112 at the present time, with a high standing in the Presbytery of Central Texas. This year the church will expend nearly $4,000 in gifts and expenses.
         In the Bible work, five different classes, 55 students in all, are making a study of the Bible. This year a systematic review of the Life of Christ is being made under the direction of Mr. Lewis.
         Mr. Lewis goes to the First Presbyterian Church at Navasota, one of the oldest and among the strongest churches of the Synod, located in the Presbytery of Central Texas, and, while we feel that our loss is almost beyond reparation we can but congratulate the Navasota people on their success in calling him to their field. An earnestly consecrated, broad minded minister of the Gospel and a man among men is the greatest eulogy that can be given him.
         The family will leave Clifton for their new home about the middle of December.
         The past five years have been delightful ones in Clifton church passing harmoniously, without the least possible discord or strife, the church all the while growing in grace abundantly blessed , the members have been faithful in the discharge of their duties, all working together for the accomplishment of one great purpose--the upbuilding of the Master's kingdom, and the relations between pastor and people have been most pleasant.
         Mr. Lewis and every member of his family have endeared themselves, not only to members of the Presbyterian church but to the Clifton people as well. It can be truly said none knew them but to love them and they will be greatly missed in the social life of our town as well as in religious circles.
         At the close of the address at the morning service on next Sunday, Dec. 4, there will be a congregational meeting. Every member is urged to be present and join with the pastor in a request to the Presbytery to dissolve the present pastoral relations. Presbytery will meet in Waco on Dec. 6th.
  • Wilber Mason Lewis and Jennie Mae Lee appeared in the US federal census of 1 January 1920 in Navasota, Grimes County, Texas. Also in the household was son Wilber M. Jr. (age 23).
  • He was a minister of the gospel, according to the 1920 census.
  • The following appeared on 26 March 1922 in The Houston Post: (Magnolia-Central Park) Mrs. Percy Terrell and little daughter Mary from Navasota spent the week with Dr. and Mrs. W. M. Lewis.
  • The following appeared on 19 April 1923 in the Bryan Weekly Eagle: The Brazos Presbytery convened Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock at the Presbyterian church, being called to order by the Moderator Rev. W. N. Sholl. After prayer by Dr. G. T. Storey of Bay City, the roll was called. Then officers were elected as follows: Rev. W. M. Lewis, Central Park church, Houston, Moderator; G. H. Long, Somerville, temporary clerk; Rev. T. B. Anderson, Houston, publicity reporter. These officers hold for six months when the Presbytery will meet again in semi-annual meeting. Charles S. Ramsey of Huntsville is stated clerk and Rev. C. H. Dobbs of El Campo, permanent clerk, these two being elected for 3-years and are hold overs in office.
  • The following appeared on 16 November 1924 in the Houston Post-Dispatch: (Navasota) Rev. and Mrs. William [sic] Lewis of Houton are visiting htheir daughter, Mrs. Percy Terrell.
  • Wilber Mason Lewis died in 1926.
  • His wife Jennie Mae Lee became a widow at his death.
  • Wilber Mason Lewis died on 1 January 1926 at age 66 in Houston, Harris County, Texas, at Baptist Hospital . Informant was his son Wilber M. Lewis Jr.
  • His wife Jennie Mae Lee became a widow at his death.
  • He was interred at Oakland Cemetery, Navasota, Grimes County, Texas.
  • Last Edited: 11 Sep 2016

Family: Jennie Mae Lee b. 1859, d. 1929