Lewis Cecil Dials (1874 - 1961)

Born 15 Mar 1874 in Caney, Nevada, Arkansas, United States

Husband of Nellie Vance (French) Dials — married 1897 in Arkansas, United States

Died 19 Sep 1961 at age 87 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States

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Biography

Lewis Dials is a part of US Black heritage.

Lewis Cecil Dials, born on March 15, 1874, in the serene town of Caney, Nevada County, Arkansas, led a life filled with hard work and love. His parents, Lewis C. Dials and Nancy (Young) Dials, raised him with care, instilling in him values that would shape his character. In 1897, he married the love of his life, Nellie Vance French, and together they embarked on a journey of companionship and devotion.

Throughout his life, Lewis worked diligently to provide for his family. In the early 1900s, he resided in Hot Springs, Garland County, Arkansas, where he earned a living as a teamster, driving horse-drawn wagons through the scenic countryside.

In search of new opportunities, Lewis and his family eventually moved to the bustling city of Los Angeles, California. In 1920, they settled on East Santa Barbara Avenue, where Lewis owned his home, proudly bearing a mortgage. During this time, he worked as a porter for a prominent railway company, exemplifying his strong work ethic and dedication.

Through the years, Lewis continued to reside on Santa Barbara Avenue, where he and Nellie cherished their home and built a life together. As the decades passed, he maintained his role as a porter for the steam railroad, taking pride in his profession and the service he provided.

In the 1940s and 1950s, Lewis continued to reside in Los Angeles, relocating to West 24th Street. His unwavering commitment to his family and community was evident in every aspect of his life.

On September 19, 1961, Lewis Cecil Dials peacefully departed this world, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and dedication. He was laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery in Los Angeles, where he rests among the memories of those who cherished him.

Lewis's life was a testament to the beauty of simplicity and the power of steadfastness. His strong presence, caring nature, and tireless efforts to provide for his family will forever be remembered with fondness and gratitude. As a devoted husband, hardworking teamster, and esteemed member of the Los Angeles community, Lewis Cecil Dials left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew him, a legacy that continues to inspire and uplift.

Sources

• 1880 United States Federal Census: Year: 1880; Census Place: Caney, Nevada, Arkansas; Roll: 52; Page: 535B; Enumeration District: 216 Ancestry Record 6742 #5442265
• 1900 United States Federal Census: Year: 1900; Census Place: Hot Springs Ward 6, Garland, Arkansas; Roll: 59; Page: 12; Enumeration District: 0030 Ancestry Record 7602 #35402677
• 1920 United States Federal Census: Year: 1920; Census Place: Los Angeles Assembly District 73, Los Angeles, California; Roll: T625_114; Page: 12A; Enumeration District: 397 Ancestry Record 6061 #632284
• 1930 United States Federal Census: Year: 1930; Census Place: Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California; Page: 23A; Enumeration District: 0307; FHL microfilm: 2339879 Ancestry Record 6224 #90098357
• 1940 United States Federal Census: Year: 1940; Census Place: Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California; Roll: m-t0627-00413; Page: 7B; Enumeration District: 60-484 Ancestry Record 2442 #74123857
• 1950 United States Federal Census: National Archives at Washington, DC; Washington, D.C.; Seventeenth Census of the United States, 1950; Year: 1950; Census Place: Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California; Roll: 2619; Page: 1; Enumeration District: 66-2141 Ancestry Record 62308 #262459044
• California, U.S., Death Index, 1940-1997: Place: Los Angeles; Date: 19 Sep 1961 Ancestry Record 5180 #1850602
• U.S., World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918: Registration State: California; Registration County: Los Angeles Ancestry Record 6482 #20474998
• Burial: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/73817461/lewis-c-dials: accessed 03 August 2023), memorial page for Lewis C. Dials (15 Mar 1874–19 Sep 1961), Find A Grave: Memorial #73817461, citing Evergreen Cemetery, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, USA; Maintained by Ann (contributor 46964942).