Citizen Condolences - John Robert Lewis

Debbie Timothy from Brooklyn wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:37 pm

John Lewis was my hero, gone but not forgotten. I stand on his quote... "Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble." RIP my hero......

Martha Wolberg from New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:37 pm

John Lewis is a true American hero. He sacrificed so much for the right of African Americans to vote. Also, he was instrumental in dismantling segregation in restaurants, hotels and schools. He was a great leader in the Congress and always stood up for the people who didn't have power. May he rest in peace. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Sarah Apfel from New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:36 pm

He was a genuine superhero. Thank you for sharing him with us.

Janet Kaplan from Brooklyn, New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:34 pm

from 2016 on, John Lewis was my president. May God bless his family and thank them (and the chickens) for sharing him with us.

Barry Brown from Montgomery wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:32 pm

I grew up in the deep south - and as a white person, I was indoctrinated with racism as everyone I knew had also been. John Lewis eventually became a hero to me as well as many of the other participants in the civil rights movement. I just made a feature film about Bob Zellner who knew John Lewis well. I have dedicated the film to the memory of Mr. Lewis - a great and important man.

Gillian Pederson-Krag from Ithaca NY 14850 wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:28 pm

Remembering you with much gratitude for all that you did. You were a real inspiration to all of us. You will be sorely missed but the world is a better place for you having been here. May God bless you.

Jacqueline Stewart from Bellerose wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:26 pm

We were honored to have you. Your pride, your courage, your service and your life was an example to all that it is not okay to stand by while the world tries to keep us down. You showed us that we have to stand up and let them know that we are HERE and we absolutely matter. Rest in paradise. God has called one of his great soldiers home. We will forever be grateful.

Elizabeth Harris from New York City wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:25 pm

My Condolences to the Lewis family from Ms. Elizabeth M. Harris and My Family. God Bless Each and Every Lewis family members. I Thank God I saw the Service on TV A True Blessing of Who He was. Thank You for Sharing and Congress Who Showed Who He was. Praise God for His Mercy. Ms. Elizabeth M. Harris

Judson Wampole from Brick wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:24 pm

We Americans, no matter what race we are, have been lifted up and carried forward by the profound sacrifices that Congressman Lewis has made during his lifetime. His courage should be an example to us all to continue fighting for what is right and true in our country as we strive to overcome the lasting effects of slavery on our collective psyche. We know this struggle is ongoing just as Congressman Lewis' struggles were continuously difficult, but his life is a testament to unwavering courage and commitment to change.

Marie from Brooklyn wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:23 pm

I am so saddened to know that John Lewis has moved on. I loved John Lewis because he was a man of principles, spoke the truth, and fought through non violent means for justice. We needed him to help guide us through this tumultuous time in our history but his message and voice will never leave us ,he will live on in my mind, in the history of this country and the world forever. I had the honor to hear him speak in NYC in 2019. My condolences to his family. Everyone in his family has been blessed to have been given such an outstanding person to spend and live one's life with. John will remain in our hearts forever .

Joel Spiegelman from Brooklyn, New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:22 pm

I send my sincere condolences to the Lewis family. John Lewis is a great American as well as a compassionate human being. We need more like him so we can end racism and hatred in our country. Sincerely, Joel

Angela Simon from Bronx wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:21 pm

Thanks To Mr. John Lewis for all the hard work he has done for the people of this nation even though I am an immigrant we want him fight for justice and peace ,gone too soon but his legacy will live on in all those brown child. RIP John you will be missed.🙏✊👊🇯🇲🇯🇲

Ruth Hassell-Thompson from Mount Vernon wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:20 pm

Praying for your strength and peace to his spirit. He is truly beloved by me and my entire family. May we honor his legacy by picking up the torch and carrying it forward; his work to complete.

Rosemarie Casaccio from New Hyde Park wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:17 pm

His life was a blessing for our country. We shall not see his like pass this way again.

Ellen Wildman from New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:15 pm

We were blessed to have him for a little while. He showed us the way. We must continue making good trouble. In gratitude. Rest in peace.

Lynda Pizer from New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:12 pm

Very sad to lose an American hero especially now when there are none in this White House

Therone Evans from Brooklyn wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:12 pm

Because of him and people like him, I am here today. A Black man that is conscious and aware of the struggle my ancestors went through. Very grateful for his life and his convictions. Thank you sir! Rest now.

Norma Brown Harris from Brooklyn, New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:06 pm

My sincere condolences to the family of the Honorable John Robert Lewis. Thank you for sharing him with us and supporting him in his battle for our civil and voting rights. What a glorious reunion as he is welcomed by his heroes and mentors as an equal among the giants of The Movement. God is pleased. It is now our duty and responsibility to move his impecable legacy forward. Know that you are in my prayers as he will forever be in my heart. God Bless you.

Jim Dingeman from New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 7:03 pm

I have always respected and admired the courage of John Lewis. That started many many years ago when I saw people march across the Edmund Pettus bridge on TV as a teenage in 1965. I once had the special treat of thanking him for all he had done for the world and humanity at the BookExpo many years ago. I immediately welled up because he thanked me also but I stressed that I had learned from his example of moral courage and leadership for decades. His work and sacrifices were for all of humanity and his example as a person of fortitude , integrity and vision for change always inspires all. My sincere condolences and love to all his family.