Citizen Condolences - John Robert Lewis

Misty Hay from Santa Rosa wrote on July 27, 2020 at 3:22 am

A man who stood tall with much grace and courage throughout his life; equally so in most dangerous times. Our country has been better for his being in it. He was one of a kind. He shall be missed greatly. I think he and all the other civil rights leaders are celebrating together now and ready to help all of us continue their journey.

Kim kennedy from Roanoke wrote on July 27, 2020 at 1:50 am

May God bless John and his family. After an amazing life , you now get a well deserved rest. Rest In Peace my friend .

Jacqueline S Roberts from Fort Worth wrote on July 26, 2020 at 11:51 pm

Rest In Peace, Sir. You made the world a better place.

Rockefeller Twyman from Rockville, Maryland wrote on July 26, 2020 at 10:58 pm

Subject: PR MAN ROCKY TWYMAN SPEAKS ABOUT HIS UNIQUE ARTISTIC EXPERIENCES WITH JOHN LEWIS AND WIFE LILLIAN Contact: Rocky Twyman at 301-768-1076 I am devastated by this loss. Please consider interviewing me when you are in the Montgomery county area. I am also willing to travel to meet you! John Lewis greatly impacted my life! I Rocky Twyman, a former Atlantan and public relations professional was proud to be a key organizer of a special music/dramatic tribute to Congressman John Lewis at the Rockville Twinbrook Library on February 22, 2020. I had the honor of working for Lillian Lewis, the late wife of Congressman Lewis at The Atlanta University Library. Both of them impacted my life during my college years. The couple opened up opportunities for me to use my keyboard talents to perform at many VIP events in the Atlanta area. Lillian who loved the arts and supervised The Atlanta University Library’s Black Literature Collection made sure that I had a good paying summer job when returning home from attending college in California. The sacrifices of Lewis encouraged me to picket at a Kroger store in Atlanta for weeks. There I experienced some of the same abuses that Lewis felt as people threw rocks and spat on me for standing up for civil rights. The picketing and boycotting worked and the store located in a predominantly black community hired blacks for more responsible store positions. I performed mini concerts at Lillian’s house during her long illness. She had a quality Steinway piano that I looked forward to playing whenever in Atlanta. One of her favorite tunes was Precious Lord! I fondly remember furnishing brunch and a limousine ride for the loving couple for a Potomac, Maryland Christmas fundraising House Tour for Our Lady of the Woods Catholic School that my nephew attended. This was a small price to pay for a couple who helped me over the years. I can never ever forget the access that the couple gave me to VIP events here in Washington area. The exposure enabled me to make contacts that helped my media career. All these experiences with John Lewis inspired ne to start the Nobel Peace Prize Movement for John Lewis that is ongoing! I encourage all peace loving citizens around the world to Sign and Spread this Petition EVERYWHERE! chng.it/gZGrGQ29 Currently, I am working on sponsoring a metro area social distance musical/vigil to the icon before he is buried. Details will follow.

Rockefeller Twyman from Rockville, Maryland wrote on July 26, 2020 at 10:45 pm

. An online movement has been started to obtain The Nobel Peace Prize for this icon. CIVIL RIGHTS ICON JOHN LEWIS FOR NOBEL PEACE PRIZE NOW MORE THAN EVER PEOPLE'S CRUSADE - Sign and Spread the Petition! chng.it/gZGrGQ29

Gary Harrison Laburay from Bridgeton, Missouri wrote on July 26, 2020 at 10:33 pm

I admire the courage and personal strength Representative Lewis never boasted about but demonstrated each day. Representative Lewis championed equality and respect for all humans. The light of justice emanating from his inner core lit his path pursuing justice and equal rights and respect for all of us, past, present and future. I am grateful for his support of all civil rights.

Irene Krasnoff from Dallas wrote on July 26, 2020 at 8:41 pm

Rest in peace John Lewis. You have left an amazing legacy. We will continue you legacy. I vow to dedicate the rest of my life to good trouble and to teach my 8 year old daughter about your life along with that of MLK, Jr and so many civil rights activisits. My heartfelt condolences to the family members of John Lewis. May his memory be for a blessing.

Debbie Snedegar from Nashville wrote on July 26, 2020 at 7:44 pm

A hero!!! Thank you John Lewis for your bravery and courage; you are and will be a constant reminder that we must all live together and love one another. God's faithful servant and a great example to all. Comfort and peace to your family.

Bessie Jackson from Augusta wrote on July 26, 2020 at 7:33 pm

My heart fill prayers for congressman John Lewis & family! God Bless you you will be missed💔!love Bessie Glasco Jackson!

Lavonia Adams from Haines City wrote on July 26, 2020 at 7:32 pm

May God Blessed Rep. John Lewis and his legacy. A Job well done. He Will truly be missed. RIH

Patrick Conrad Lane from Miami,FL. wrote on July 26, 2020 at 7:09 pm

We as a nation lost a great man! May Mr. John Lewis rest in peace.

Joanie Bigham from Hobe Sound wrote on July 26, 2020 at 6:40 pm

My Most Sincere and Heartfelt Thoughts, Support, Prayers and Love to the Lewis Family. We lost an Amazing Hero, my Personal Hero. I Always kept a piece of him with me whenever Peaceful Protesting, Marches, Sit Ins, and Advocacy Events. Good Trouble 💙💜 VOTE May we make him Proud ❤

Corrinne Callins from Springfield wrote on July 26, 2020 at 5:41 pm

In memory of Fmr Congressman John Robert Lewis: You were courageous and kind - a true American hero who loved others to the point that you laid down your life. You sought justice, loved mercy and walked humbly with God. Thank you for being obedient to His calling for you. I thank God for you and those who are like you! I'm sad that you're no longer with us, but grateful for the legacy that you've left behind and that you have finally made it home.

Madeline Reamy from Decatur wrote on July 26, 2020 at 5:33 pm

I am honored to have known Congressman Lewis just a little since the 1980s. The most significant memories are attending the signing of his first book with my children in 1998, when he invited us to have lunch with him at the White House. Many years later, I had the good fortune of having my office across the hall from his in Atlanta. Whenever I saw him, I was struck by his kindness, relaxed nature, humor and something else which must have been the presence of an angel on his shoulder. I will miss him dearly.

Beverly Lindsay, PhD, EdD from Washington, DC wrote on July 26, 2020 at 5:07 pm

My heart and those of millions of people throughout the world are saddened My heart and those of millions of people throughout the world are saddened by the passing of Congressman John Robert Lewis. He has transitioned to join other elders who risked their lives for the good of humanity. Often, we think of Congressman Lewis in terms of civil rights. Yes, that is accurate. I remember my initial direct meeting when he came to the University of Georgia where I was an actual Professor. He addressed the university on educational matters, for example, on the need to include students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds – that is before the terms diversity and inclusion were in vogue. Athens, Georgia, where the University is located, was not part of his Congressional District; but he cared about the University. The then University President hosted a lunch for him, after his address. Since there was an empty luncheon seat, I was encouraged to invite myself. I then had direct comments with Mr. Lewis who queried me about faculty at UGA. The last time, I interacted directly with him was at “The Newseum” in Washington, DC where he spoke about “Good Trouble.” We can only hope that the fights and quests for “Good Trouble” will continue as forms of inequities still exist and such visible and invisible barriers need to be demolished.

Joie Wreyford from Fort Sumner, wrote on July 26, 2020 at 4:32 pm

Thank you Sir for your service to the folks of this country. You have opened more eyes then you will ever know. I am so sorry for the pain you and others have endured to open eyes to what is RIGHT! You have done God's work and for that I am eternally grateful. Thank you to your family for their sacrifices as well. We will "MAKE GOOD TROUBLE" on your behalf and this countries behalf. Watch over us from above and guide us as I believe you will. My heart hurts that you are not hear on earth with us but I know you will watch over us. God Bless you and America. Rest In Peace Sir.

Edrie Csendes wrote on July 26, 2020 at 4:26 pm

Thank you for sharing this great man with us. He and his legacy will live on, he will forever be remembered as one of the good guys who peacefully fought for equality. John will be greatly missed. My families thought and prayers are with all of Lewis family.

Jacqueline Harte from Boston wrote on July 26, 2020 at 4:23 pm

May his incredible work and determination live on in his name, through the incredible next generation who are witnessing first hand the injustices, that he worked to eliminate. He achieved so much without the broad support of the citizens of the USA and suffered so that others could have equality. Rest In Peace.

Matthew Ostroff from Chesterbrook, PA wrote on July 26, 2020 at 4:19 pm

My Jewish Bubby (grandmother) attended the March on Washington and raised her children and grandchildren to fight for equality. We’ve lost a giant but his legacy will here forever.

Jessie M House from BROOKLYN N.Y. wrote on July 26, 2020 at 3:30 pm

Thank you for all you have done Thank you for ensuring the test of time,you showed us how to do the right thing. Thank you for your hard labor,enduring the test of time and being a good Leader.