Preceded by Edward V. Dales Residence Riverside, California Nationality American Name Ben Lewis | Spouse(s) Catherine Wasilchen Succeeded by A. B. Brown Children 2 | |
Alma mater Otis Art Institute of Los Angeles Died June 20, 1985, Riverside, California, United States Education Otis College of Art and Design | ||
Ben H. Lewis (November 27, 1902 – June 20, 1985) was the thirteenth mayor of Riverside, California, United States. Prior to the office of mayor, Lewis was the president of the United Title Guaranty Company, later known as the Land Title Company, of Riverside. The main hall at the Riverside Convention Center is named in his honor, as well as a bridge on Mount Rubidoux.
Personal life
Lewis was the son of D. W. Lewis and Edith Binks. His father organized several land title insurance companies in Riverside, Orange, and Imperial Counties. Later, Lewis became the president and owner of the Riverside-based Land Title Company.
After attending high school in Riverside, Lewis attended the Otis Art Institute in Los Angeles. He subsequently became a commercial artist, made animated cartoons, and contracted with Universal Studios, where he appeared in several films. Upon returning to Riverside, Lewis began his career in the land title industry. He was also active in many community and fraternal organizations, as well as president of the Riverside Community Players, a local theatrical group.
His wife died in March 2009, at age 101.