Melissa Jane Lewis, age 47, of Chuckey, died Wednesday at Laughlin Memorial Hospital.

Her family stated that she was a loving wife and mother.

Mrs. Lewis is survived by her husband of 23 years: Wayne Lewis of Chuckey; one daughter: Taylor Lewis and her fiancé, Cody Thompson, of Chuckey; her mother: Mildred Drew of Chuckey; her mother-in-law: Ruby Lewis of Chuckey; her brother and sister-in-law: Bill and Maxine Carter of Greeneville; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends: Patsy and Glen Moore of Greeneville; and special companions: Peaches and Roxy.

Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by her father: Don Drew; brother: Ricky Carter; father-in-law: Doughton Lewis; and brother-in-law: Bill Lewis.

There will be no formal visitation or services for Mrs. Lewis.

Condolences may be sent to http://www.doughty-stevens.com.

Doughty-Stevens Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.