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Dear Family, On behalf of the 1968 class we wish to tell you how sorry we are to hear about the death of your husband and father. He was a great teacher and showed compassion to all while keeping that lovely smile on his face.
Terry Hill
March 29th, 2007 at 12:00am
I am a secretary at the high school and worked for years with Mr. Lewis. He truly was a gentleman beyond measure with a sense of humor that was limitless. He would come into my office and after our daily banter with one another, I would tell him, "OK, go to your room now"; and he would chuckle and be on his way. He was a dear, sweet friend that will be missed more than words can possibly express. His beautiful smile and the extraordinary twinkle in his eyes will always be remembered. I thank God for having such a blessing in my life as to cross the paths of Richard and Lorie Lewis.
Carole Maheux
March 30th, 2007 at 12:00am
Dick Lewis is the reason that I became a special education teacher! I observed his patience, love, and compassion as I attended So.Haven H.S. back in the 60's. I was very honored when he asked me to continue his special education program at the high school when he retired in the 90's. Dick was my mentor, and I pray that we have been able to carry on his legacy in the So.Haven Public Schools. My heartfelt sympathy goes to Lorie and the family. I will miss him deeply!
Kathy Haines Dailey
March 30th, 2007 at 12:00am
I was a custodian here at the High School while Dick was teaching, and I always enjoyed talking to him, and see him working with the kid. The place hasn't been the same since he left. Dick was a great man, and will be truly missed. My Sympathy to you Lori, and your Family, you know he is in a better place.
Debra Bollwahn, South Haven
March 30th, 2007 at 12:00am
Our prayers are with you at this time.
Julie Sheppard (Wiseley)
March 30th, 2007 at 12:00am
Dear Ones, I was so sorry to hear the news. That was a lovely obituary and I learned many things about Mr. Lewis I did not know which helps me to understand him better.(Like his generousity to others.)
Vandy Tai-Overhiser
March 30th, 2007 at 12:00am
To the Lewis family,
Ben J. Behrman
March 30th, 2007 at 12:00am
Dear Mrs. Lewis and family,
Cathy (Davy) Valkner
March 30th, 2007 at 12:00am
We will miss you so much. All our love always. The Fromm's
Fred, Kathy, Andrew and Jennifer Fromm
March 31st, 2007 at 12:00am
You will be missed by all of us. I am sorry I can't be with you. You are in my prayers. All my love from Naples FL.
Kathleen W. Lewis
March 31st, 2007 at 12:00am
Aunt Lorie -
Jenna Fromm
March 31st, 2007 at 12:00am
Aunt Lori
denise lamp
April 1st, 2007 at 12:00am
Dick was a great teacher, both at school and at the First United Methodiat Church! He was the kind of person that a teanager could sit down and talk to, knowing he would understand your problems. He really cared about people, and was always there to listen. He will be dearly missed.
John P. Peterson - South Haven
April 1st, 2007 at 12:00am
Lori, we are so sorry to read of Dick's passing. We will always remember our great neighbors on Cherry Court. Our prayers are with you and your entire family.
Barb & Tim Trombley, Chatham, Michigan
April 2nd, 2007 at 12:00am
Dear Lorie & family,
Betty & Bob Tomlin
April 2nd, 2007 at 12:00am
Dear Lorie,
Laura and David Fichtner
April 4th, 2007 at 12:00am
Mrs.(Lori)Lewis, Lisa Cappacio and families...I was so sorry to here of the passing of your husband and father.I was in florida at Marks for our spring break and we rode home with dad, that is where he spends his winters now that mom has passed also. I remember that you went to school with mom and Aunt Dora, and I always enjoyed running into you on my trips to South Haven. Looking forward to seeing Lisa and Marty at our 30th reunion July 28th..Where have the years gone. I just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and your in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May God bless you and be with you all...
Lois (Moritti) Chappell
April 10th, 2007 at 12:00am
Dear Lewis family,
Victoria (Schewe) Henry
April 17th, 2007 at 12:00am
My grandfather worked for Charles Gauss-
Paul Rentz
May 31st, 2010 at 12:00am
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know the pain this brings. Mrs Lewis, you have been such an angel to so many and you definitely were with the loving care you gave your son. You are so loved. I will be home April 4-11 and would like to see you.
Elizabeth Torp
March 24th, 2017 at 12:00am
