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Oklahoma Jeweler Glenn Lewis Dies at 68

He served as the mayor of Moore for 30 years.

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1 year ago

May 1, 2024

INSTORE Staff

Glenn Lewis, a prominent jeweler in Oklahoma, has died at age 68.

Lewis was co-owner of Lewis Jewelers in Moore, OK, with his brother, Tim.

He also served as the mayor of Moore for 30 years before deciding last year not to run for re-election, The Oklahoman reported.

Current Mayor Mark Hamm wrote on the city’s Facebook page that Lewis had a “deep love for the city.”

“City Council recently honored him with the ‘Key to the City,’ symbolizing the impact he had on the community,” he wrote. “Glenn had the key to our hearts. On behalf of the Moore City Council and Staff, our thoughts and prayers go out to the Lewis family during this difficult time.”

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