John R. Lewien, 77, of Baldwinsville passed away last Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, after battling a lengthy illness.

He was born in Ithaca, N.Y., the son of the late Rev. John W. and Thelma C. (Campbell) Lewien.

John graduated from Horseheads High School, valedictorian, class of 1963. He continued his studies at Syracuse University receiving his bachelor’s degree. John then enlisted in the U.S. Navy, proudly serving as an officer on the CVA60 USS Saratoga during the Vietnam War. After his service to his country, John returned to Syracuse University obtaining his MBA and MS in accounting. He was semi-retired after working many years as director of fiscal services at Access CNY Inc. in Syracuse. John’s family and friends admired his intelligence, quick wit and great sense of humor. He was an avid reader, golfer and gardener. John’s memberships included; serving on the Board of Trustees for the Baldwinsville Public Library for 25 years, Rotary Club of Syracuse, earning the Paul Harris Fellow Award and the Marcellus United Methodist Church. He is predeceased by his sister, Dawn Ellsworth.

Surviving to cherish his memory is his wife of 51 years, Karen W. Lewien, daughter, Kathryn L. (Mathew) Messenger and his grandson, Carter John Messenger, all of Baldwinsville.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at 11 a.m. in Marcellus United Methodist Church, 1 Slocombe Ave. Marcellus, NY 13108. Private burial will be in Riverview Cemetery in Baldwinsville.

Contributions in John’s memory can be made to Marcellus United Methodist Church or the Rotary Club of Syracuse.

Please sign the funeral home on-line guest book for John to express your condolences to his family.