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Jerry Lewis Obituary

LEWIS, DR. JERRY K., of Birmingham, died September 23, 2003. He was a graduate of Hueytown High School, the University of Alabama, where he was a member of the Mallett Men's Honors Program, and the University of Alabama School of Medicine. A family practice physician for many years, he was a member of the American Medical Association, a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Practice, and a member of the Jefferson County Medical Association. He served on numerous local boards of service organizations, such as the Occupational Rehabilitation Center. Dr. Lewis practiced extensively in local hospitals and was beloved by thousands of patients and friends. He was remarkable not only for his love of the practice of medicine, but also for the love of countless patients he cared for 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. He was regarded by countless patients as a trusted friend on whom they could count in their darkest hours. He was respected and admired by his peers and colleagues in the medical community, not only for his skills, but for his honesty, truthfulness, and loyalty. He was known for countless random acts of kindness including generous contributions and hard work in service of youth organizations and to individuals in need. Memorial Service will be Thursday, September 25, at 7:30 p.m. at the Alabama Theater. Visitation will be held Thursday evening from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Alabama Theater. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Adair Lewis, Jr. Survivors: wife, Karen Beck Lewis; sons, Thomas Wesley Lewis and Bart Hamilton Lewis; daughter, Amanda Rose Lewis; mother, Dorothy Case Lewis. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dr. Jerry K. Lewis Fund in care of AmSouth Bank. Johns-Ridout's Southside Chapel directing.

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Published by AL.com (Birmingham) on Sep. 25, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Lewis

24 Entries

Billy McGowen

December 26, 2003

I only had the pleasure of knowing Jerry for a relatively short time. He was one of the easiest people to know. Beside being a notable Doctor, he was a compassionate and loveable person. He was very close to his mother, Dorothy Lewis, from whom he inherited his compassion and love for his patients and friends. I am proud to have been able to be among his friends. He will certainly be missed.

Pecolia Richardson

December 23, 2003

I never met Dr. Lewis, but I've met his mother. Upon reading the guest book for Dr. Lewis, I have found his Mom to be the same type of friendly and loving person. I say he's a chip off the old block.

Betty Summerlin

October 24, 2003

I have moved many times during my adult life and changed "primary care physicians" many times. Never have I found a more caring physician than Dr. Lewis. No matter how busy, he always took the time to listen to you. I have always had the utmost confidence in his opinions. I am truly saddened at his loss, both to his patients, his staff and especially to his family.

Sybil Bullock

October 16, 2003

I have just learned of Dr. Lewis's death and am saddened for his family. The world is a better place in which to live because of people like Dr. Lewis. He helped me cope when I had problems with my teenage son; I'll never forget Dr. Lewis's taking Kevin to one side and telling him that if he ever needed anyone to talk with to call him.

We will all miss him so much.

Dawne Payne

October 8, 2003

Dr. Lewis has been my doctor all of my adult life (over 25 years) and the doctor of most of my family. He stood by me and helped me through very tough times over the last few years. Dr. Lewis never gave up on me and never let me give up on myself. Even when I was in pain, he could always bring a smile to my face. Dr. Lewis you will always have a special place in my heart!! Love always, Dawne

Carole Roberson

October 1, 2003

Dr.Lewis,

you will never be replaced in our hearts or lives. The many, many times that you were there for us will always be remembered. Just the way you took our hand and asked

about our lives and family showed that you truly cared and knew that healing comes from all aspects of our lives. We spent hours in your waiting room, but never begruged it. Because we knew that someone else needed you and that you were practicing your very "special kind of care". We always said that you spoiled us for other doctors. And you will never be replaced in our hearts or lives. You were truly our "physician" and we will hold anyone that follows to your sterling example. Love to your family, Doug, Carole & Josh Roberson

Robbie Roy

September 26, 2003

I thank God for sending Dr. Lewis through my life. He was my Doctor, friend and teacher when I had to deal with sickness and suffering in my own family. My prayers are with his Dear Family and Staff. God Bless.

STEVEN FIELDS

September 26, 2003

DR. LEWIS WILL BE MISS.WE WILL NEVER FORGET THE CARING AND LOVE HE HAD FOR MY GRANDMOTHER AND HE WAS TAKING CARE OF MY MOTHER WHICH IS IN BIRMINGHAM NOW MRS. SHIRLEY FIELDS.HE ALSO TOOK CARE OF ME WHEN I WAS LIVING IN BIRMINGHAM. OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.I AM IN JACKSON,MISSISSIPPI AND WHEN MY MOTHER CALL AND TOLD MY FAMILY I WAS HURT BECAUSE THIS WAS A GOOD MAN. WE WILL MISS HIM.

SHIRLEY FIELDS

September 26, 2003

OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU EVERY DAY.WE LOVE DR.LEWIS AND HIS STAFF THERE WILL BE NO OTHER DR. IN THIS WORLD THAT HELP EVERYONE LIKE HE DID.HE WAS WONDERFUL AND TOOK CARE ALL OF HIS PATIENTS

Ann McBrayer

September 25, 2003

I am just one of many who owe their lives to Dr. Lewis. He found a brain tumor. Not only was he a great doctor, he was a great man. May GOD comfort you in your loss.

Gencie McCann

September 25, 2003

My deepest sympathy to Karen and the children. What a wonderful man Dr. Lewis was. He will never be replaced in the medical field; his caring, love and compassion will never be forgotten. Not only was he my Dr. for over 20 years; but my confidant and friend. The many times he gave me advise or just listened will never be forgotten. He was truly "one of a kind" and will be greatly missed. May you find some comfort in knowing all the lives Dr. Lewis touched in such a positive way, and the many friends who love and miss him. God Bless you and I know Heaven is a little brighter with Dr. Lewis there.

Ken & Linda Hughes

September 25, 2003

Words cannot express the sorrow we feel over losing not only the BEST doctor we ever had but also a good friend. Dr. Lewis will forever remain a part of our lives. May God comfort Karen and the children as only He can.

Rick and Connie Nelson

September 25, 2003

I had the priveledge to know Jerry K. Lewis for the past twelve years. Not only did I work alongside him, but trusted him as my physician and counted him as a dear and trusted friend. There are few losses in life that will impact the number of people that his will. Today, heaven has gained a true "Angel" who once walked among men. His compassion, his careing nature, his honesty and integrety can only be matched by his love for his family and for his practice of medicine. To Karen, Tommy, Amanda, and Bart, I pray that God will hold you all gently in his loving arms and guide you through the trying times ahead. That He will give you strength, hope, and understanding. That you will see what a wonderful gift you were blessed with, having all been the objects of his undying love for the time that he was here. I personally, cannot adequately express the sense of loss that myself, and countless others are feeling. There will never be another man like Jerry Lewis, but I will always thank God for allowing him to come into my life for a brief time. Jerry, we'll all miss you, and we love you.

Risa Maier

September 25, 2003

I did not have the pleasure of knowing Dr. Lewis's family but I know he loved you dearly! He paid me one of the highest compliments I have ever received on two occasions when I was a caregiver for someone--he told me that I reminded him of his wife because of my nurturing nature. From this wonderful man to be thought of, in the smallest way, to be similar to the person he chose to spend his life with, is truly a grand compliment. Karen, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your children, and with all of us who loved him so dearly.

Susan Clayburn-Baker

September 25, 2003

I will never forget the caring loving heart he had towards me and my family. He will be missed.

Hannah Sexton

September 25, 2003

Taylor and I are very saddened at your loss. We love your family very much and hope to be of any help possible. We know this is a hard time and you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Diane Taft

September 25, 2003

Jerry Lewis is by far the most loving, caring health care professional I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He was not just my doctor, he was my friend and confidant. I will miss him and often think of him and the positive influence he had on my life.

BEVERLY JOHNSON

September 25, 2003

He will be missed by all that knew him. He was my friend as well as my doctor for 22 years.

Jerry & Peggy Reeves

September 25, 2003

We loved Dr. Lewis and will miss him the rest of our lives. He was not only our doctor but our friend for so many years. He always had time to listen to our problems even those that were not medical.

Jim and Donna Phillips

September 25, 2003

God has called one of his angel home. Dr. Lewis was in the truest sense a loyal loving person, who cared for your health as well as your spirit. He was more a friend than a doctor, he was more like family to everyone whom he treated. To Karen and her children I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray God holds you in his hands and guides you through the days ahead. He will always live in our hearts and I want you to know what a honor it was to know Jerry. Our deepest sympathy and love to you. Dr. Lewis grew up with my sister in Wilkes and from the moment I met him and we discovered we were from the same area a friendship and bond was formed. He cared for all of my family and we are so grateful for his love and care. God Bless you and always know his legacy is all of the lives he saved and all of the love he gave. With love, Jim and Donna Phillips and family.

Jerry & Deborah Mahon

September 25, 2003

With deep sorrow we wanted to express our grief over the death of our doctor of 25 years and our good friend. May God reward him for his good works. Our prayers are with his family, and with his staff.

Jacqueline Gordon

September 25, 2003

Dear Karen,

Gregory and I want to express our deepest sympathy to you and the children for this devastating loss. Although we did not know Jerry for as long as many of his friends, we admired and respected him, and truly loved him as a most caring and giving person. It is our hope that you may find some solace in knowing how many lives he touched and that we will do anything that we can for you and the children to help assuage your grief. Sincerely, Gregory and Jacque Gordon

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