Lewis H. Scherer, of Graceville, Fla., and formerly of Silver Lake, passed away at Southeast Health Medical Center in Dothan, Ala., at the age of 88.
Lewis was born on April 12, 1934, in Silver Lake, the son of LeRoy and Viola McGowen Scherer. A hard worker, he earned his bachelor's degree and worked for NASA as an engineer. In fact, he was awarded for his involvement in the first Saturn launch. Lewis loved to spend time outside in his garden and was an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Army.
Lewis is survived by 12 nieces and nephews and one sister. He was preceded in death by his parents, one nephew, two brothers and one sister.
Care of Lewis is entrusted to Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw. His memorial service will be held at Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services. The service will begin at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 21 with a visitation for one hour prior. Burial will follow at Lake View Cemetery in Silver Lake.
Written condolences may be left for the family at www.TitusFuneralHome.com
