Robert Jack (Vaught) Lewis Obituary (1965 - 2020)

Our loving father Robert Jack (Vaught) Lewis (dad, daddy, papa), 55, passed away February 26, 2020 in the comfort of his own home surrounded by his family after his fearless and courageous battle with cancer. Born January 20, 1965 in Salt Lake City, UT to James Vaught and Cheryl Fossell-Lewis. At age 7, Robert was adopted by his second father, George Lewis when he married Cheryl. He graduated from Granite High School in 1983. Robert married his high school sweetheart Brenda Christensen April 7, 1990. He worked as a Field Technician for 20 years, but was forced to give up the career he loved due to his health. He was a dad that said the “dad jokes” and wore his sandals with socks with his Hawaiian shirts. He loved his music from 80’s rock to smooth jazz. He even enjoyed a little Ed Sheeran and Selena Gomez here and there. He loved fishing out on the lake when we were camping. He also enjoyed reading fantasy novels, was gifted with his hands and spending time with his children and grandchildren whenever he could. Survived by his spouse Brenda; children: Brittany Christensen, Ashley Lewis, Mikul Lewis and Gabrielle Lewis; grandchildren: Alina Willis, Tavin Lewis, Keana Greenwell and Koda Greenwell; mother: Cheryl Lewis; and siblings Julie Lewis, Robert Allen (Lisa) Lewis, Mischell (Scott) Nielson, Renee (John Pyburn) Lewis, Laura (William) Winn, Jack (Tiena) Vaught, Jeremy (Rosales) Vaught, Justin (Sue) Vaught. Preceded in death by his fathers George Lewis and James Vaught and brother Jathan Vaught. Robert was a loving father, husband, grandfather and friend to everyone. He will be missed and forever in our hearts. A celebration of life service will be held at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, March 4 at Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2125 W 9000 S, West Jordan, UT. There will be a light lunch after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted at the memorial to help cover the cost of his care.