Citizen Condolences - John Robert Lewis

Judy Simpson from Brooklyn wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:56 pm

Thanks for everything you have done for the United States.Rest in peace blessings

Patricia Whelehan from San Francisco wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:55 pm

He was a profile in courage and a role model for my daughter as she was growing up and embarking on adulthood. There are few people of his caliber left My sympathies for your loss.

Elaine Friedland from Staten Island wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:54 pm

He has the status of being among the major historical figures who promoted democracy in the US

Jacqueline German from Brooklyn,New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:50 pm

An Amazingly Brave Icon. Far from Human. God sent. Protected, Anointed, and Chosen! I feel as if he’s a Relative, as he forged for Millions of Us. My Heart is filled with Gratitude, Admiration, and Love for Mr. Lewis. May He Rest in Eternity Peacefully. My Condolences, and Heart Felt Sincere Sympathies to His Blessed Family

Vasi Laurence from New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:50 pm

John Lewis was a remarkable and great human being, who left a legacy that we can all learn and benefit from. He showed by example how we can and should make necessary and "good" trouble, and to speak out when there is injustice and bigotry. We cannot afford to be passive or indifferent, especially in these times, when the soul of America is at stake. I wish I had met John Lewis, but I thank him for his guidance in showing us how to peacefully protest. There are so many amazing adjectives that we can apply to John Lewis, but he is and always will be a National Treasure who fortunately lived in our lifetime.

Terrence Thompson from Jamaica wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:45 pm

Rest In Peace Old Friend. You will Be truly Missed by 1 & All.

Dr. Frederick Monderson from Brooklyn, New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:42 pm

May God Bless Rep. John Lewis. Sir, you have done so much for everyone! Your courage, humility, empathy and forgiving nature has been a beacon as your life exemplified "A Thousand Points of Light." I wish you will be in my company when I get to Heaven. So, let me offer this prayer my grandmother taught me and I teach my children. May the Light of God Surround you. May the Love of God Enfold you. May the Power of God Protect you. May the Presence of God Watch over you. Wherever you are, May God be With you. Thank you Mr. John Robert Lewis

Andrea Zakin-Amano from New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:42 pm

Not many people are beloved as a person and an icon. John Lewis was both. I mourn his passing, emotionally and intellectually.

Florine Watkins from New Haven wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:36 pm

My condolences to the family and friends of John Lewis. Thank you for your hard work and services to our country. You can fly on to heaven and receive your wings of honor. God bless you

Jane Beckstrom from Boston wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:35 pm

We have all lost such an amazing Hero, Representative John Lewis. Most of all, I send my sympathy to his family who must be missing him so greatly at this time...They have shared him with all of us over so many years while he worked for equality for all. May John Lewis finally have much peace & comfort with the angels.

Deborah D'Amico from TEANECK wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:34 pm

John Lewis has been my hero for many decades, ever since I heard of his courageous stance on the Edmund Pettus Bridge. I am 72, and he has stood for everything worth fighting for in my life and in this country since that day. Because of him, I have tried to stand up against injustice ever since my teens. I thank him, I honor him and I will miss him forever.

Rosemarie Bundy from Syracuse, wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:34 pm

John Lewis was a fine Human Being, so much better than the people he fought against. I feel he is welcomed into Heaven with open arms.

Naomi Imbrogno from New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:34 pm

Sincere respectful condolences on the passing of Rep John Lewis. America has lost a giant and activist icon.

Toni Pabon from Staten Island wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:28 pm

Please accept our condolences for the loss of such a great man. There are so many words of praise that come to mind but the one that I'll choose is Greatest. May he rest in the sweetest peace.

Donna Lenhart from Poughkeepsie wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:26 pm

To the Lewis Family: Congressman Lewis was a true and shining example of humanity at its best. We have lost a warrior, a patriot, an exceptional mind and compassionate soul. May he rest in peace.

Ann Sedita from Flushing wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:26 pm

Thank you for your service to this country. I will always keep in mind Good Trouble to help me do the right thing. God Bless.

Rebecca Cayol from Brooklyn wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:25 pm

I love 💕 Congressman John Lewis. I Love his speech, his unique voice is so inspirational. He shed his blood 🩸 for our freedom. He has left a legacy for us to live by .He has given us the courage to fight for what is rightfully owed to us . A great man , a hero , a saint . His work on earth was done, He lived to see that his fight , and his legacy will prevail . Well done Congressman John Lewis.RIP , Rest in Power.🙏🏾🦋🥰

Cathleen Prout from Inwood wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:23 pm

Rest In Peace. You are a true American hero and will be missed so very much

Ellen Halloran from New York wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:18 pm

Words are not sufficient to honor and thank Mr. John Lewis. He has inspired, is inspiring and will continue to inspire all of us to fight for equity, justice and fairness, while doing our best to remain kind and peaceful. He will be sorely missed and historically remembered.

Ted.Jefferson from WHITE PLAINS wrote on July 27, 2020 at 6:17 pm

John Lewis was the embodiment of what a true leader should strive to be . His dedication and commitment was unswerving ,his courage was unquestionably. All that need be said of John Lewis is "Well done good and faithful servant " I pray his example will be mirrored and imitated by young people of all races around the globe.