Citizen Condolences - John Robert Lewis

RONALD John FARRELL from Philadelphia wrote on July 27, 2020 at 9:22 pm

He was a perfect American that had life changing messages for all Americans to live by. He will be sadly missed, but he inspired others to take up the torch of freedom. There are lessons to be learned from his passing , never give up the fight, even till the bitter end. Rest in peace John you fought your battle and won our respect.

Mavis V Yon from Brooklyn wrote on July 27, 2020 at 9:21 pm

Mavis Yon, Brooklyn, NY. In church there is a song that is sung to honor folks ( alive or deceased). The words are so simple: " May the Works I've done , speak for me." Mr. Lewis truly the works that you have done in your lifetime speaks for you! Thank you for being bold, courageous, humble, God filled and present. You loved and sacrificed for love of justice and for your country even when the country didn't return that love. Thank you for showing how it should be done and can be done. You will never be forgotten. As an educator, I will make sure that my students remember your work and your life. Rest in Peace and Power. Take your rest! Not it is our turn to take up the mantle and continue to the dream.

German Garcia from Jamaica wrote on July 27, 2020 at 9:19 pm

I am offering my condolences to the family of John Lewis.

joycelyn forde from Cameron wrote on July 27, 2020 at 9:15 pm

Thanks for standing for social justice in my lifetime and continuously spoke truth to power.

James Barnswell from Brooklyn NY wrote on July 27, 2020 at 9:06 pm

Mr Lewis, I simply want to thank you for your courage and steadfastness in fighting for our basic civil rights. Without you there’s no us. Rest in Power my friend, thank you and God Bless your spirit and soul.

H. John Henry from Camden, NJ wrote on July 27, 2020 at 9:05 pm

Rest in Peace, brave and vigilant man.

HARRIETT F RUBIN from Asbury Park wrote on July 27, 2020 at 9:01 pm

John Lewis was a great Statesman and advocate for the people no matter what your color..He lived through many decades of racism and kept fighting until the day he passed. He was a humanitarian before he advocated a party. He believed in justice for all and followed his own path for fight for equality for ALL people. Yes he was a democrat but first he was man of the people. His voice will be sorely missed. He was the conscience of the both parties. Your memory will live on forever Mr. John Lewis...Thank you for your service.

Brian M. Gagnon from Franklin wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:55 pm

Wherever you are, I hope you’re still making good trouble. We’ll carry on what you started.

Margaret Coaxum from Brooklyn wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:53 pm

To the family of the Late Great Mr. John Lewis, he was a man who I greatly admired. What incredible strength he embodied as a very young man during the Civil Rights Movement. I was mesmerized by the tone of his voice, whenever he spoke. I am forever grateful for his tireless efforts in fighting for the rights of all people.

Kathleen Lynch Gaffney from Brooklyn wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:52 pm

Thank you for sharing this great man with our nation. He was and is a beacon of light and defined hope in it's most theologically and profound human meaning. He is a hero of great love and courage and what so many of us can only begin to aspire to become.My deepest sympathies and condolences. I know he lives on

Beverly Jack from Brooklyn NEw York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:48 pm

John Lewis ; he was a strong and courageous leader.You will truly be missed.Such and good person Today we celebrate your life. Your faith has kept you strong all these years .We mourn you and we will miss your fight for Justice

Anita P Smith from Glen Oaks wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:47 pm

The best tribute to John Lewis is to exercise the right to vote, a right he shed blood for.

Constance V Acerno from PATCHOGUE wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:47 pm

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of John Lewis. His life history and achievements are inspiring. The images of the crossing of the Edmund Pettus Bridge and brutality he suffered for human rights always bring me to tears. I want that bridge re-named after John Lewis, not after a leader of the KKK. John Lewis was an honorable, selfless, peaceful man who fought for all people's rights, and deserves our respect and humility.

judith ackermanj from ny wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:43 pm

All my love and blessings to alll of you

Jay Wolff from Freehold wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:41 pm

Greatness born in sacrifice and truth; that is John Lewis!

David J Ward from Waterloo wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:41 pm

Words are meaningless; action everything. John Lewis made his words mean something through his actions. Thank you.

Marlene Destine from Brooklyn wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:40 pm

I also send my Condolences to his Wife and childrens and to all other family member. Please know that He will be missed and He is resting Peace in the arms of the Lord Amen.

Marge from East Amherst wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:40 pm

The death of John Lewis hit me harder than I had expected. This man of God was placed on this earth to bring light to us all - black, brown, white, rich or poor. He is a hero to us all. He is the kind of man that was put on earth to help bring us all together. At this point in time we need him more than ever and I am hoping That his legacy will live on and we can be encouraged to continue the fight for equal rights that he started so very long ago. My dream is that so many more people will come together to continue his work so that we can make him proud and turn this country around. RIP representative John Robert Lewis. I feel so lucky to have shared this time on earth with you although we’ve never met.

Maikudi Okore from Jamaica, New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:38 pm

May your gentle soul rest in Heaven peacefully. You sacrifice your life for us to be better. The fight continues. RIP.

Marlene Destine from Brooklyn wrote on July 27, 2020 at 8:35 pm

We all African Americans and all other humans lost our best and only one leader. He was ignited by the power of God given to him to became an civil rights and voting rights leader to lead us as far as he could. We learned a lot from him. He endured many unfavorable times in his life for us. I thank God for sending us Jonh Lewis my hero. But now he went to God. I know his Soul will 🌹🌹🕊R.I.P.🕊🌹🌹