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Jesse Lewis Obituary
Jesse McCord Lewis was an amazing child, full of light and love that was unmistakable in his presence. He brought joy to the world with his infectious and radiant smile. He was smart and compassionate beyond his years. Jesse died bravely trying to lead other children to safety. He ran into the hallway to help when he heard the shots. In our hearts we already knew because that was the way he lived his life - fearless, full of courage and strength.
We take comfort in knowing what a brave child he was. His actions were consistent with the way he lived his life; passionately embracing everything, a perfect combination of courage and faith, like a little soldier, his favorite toy. The love we shared was abundant and all encompassing. He slept in his mother's arms almost every night of his precious life, with her thanking God for him.
If you met Jesse once, he would leave an indelible mark on your heart. The picture that remains etched in our souls is one of him in his boots, no socks, ripped jeans and a t-shirt, an army helmet strapped to his head, a smudge of dirt on his cheek, tromping through the pasture on his way from one adventure to another.
Jesse is continuously loved by his dear, precious older brother JT who was and will always be his loyal protector - who looked after him with tender care and devotion.
It is and will remain forever unbelievable that Jesse is with Jesus now and blessing those in heaven. He is survived by his mother, Scarlett Lewis, his brother, JT Lewis, his father, Neil Heslin, his grandparents, Maureen Lewis, Bob Comfort, and David Lewis, his uncles, aunts and cousins, Trent, Sasha and Hayden Lewis, Jordan, Becky, Christian and Everett Lewis, Coulter, Kristy and Quinn Lewis and as many dear friends as the stars. God's Love is Triumphant.
Friends may call at the Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main Street, Newtown Thursday morning from 9:00am to 12:00noon. All other services and interment in Zoar Cemetery, Sandy Hook are private.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Voice for Joanie Inc., 5 Glenwood Rd, New Milford, CT 06776 voiceforjoanie.org
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jesse Lewis
Scott Gove
June 14, 2024
I been thinking about you especially now , you should be graduating, i sending love to your family mom and JT I love you always
Pulkit Raturi
June 13, 2024
Sending cosmic energy to you. May your strength guide me to be the best version of myself and be a vessel for righteousness, virtue and humanity. You are my hero.
Amen
Scott Gove
March 31, 2024
I will never forget you and always love you, Happy Easter Jesse
Heather Hansberry
March 30, 2024
Just watched the documentary. Your strength is amazing and I am praying for you.
Charles Welch
July 31, 2023
I'm Praying For your family Jesse and I know your always looking out for your family that's what it means to be a soldier, and hero. Entirely a human being Love you...
Charles Welch
July 31, 2023
Love you Jesse I feel stronger just by thinking about you and I don't give Up it's almost time for me to go back to school and knowing what happened on that tragic day You will forever be on my mind and in my heart and I will always be thinking about you. Way to go Soldier.
Charles Welch
July 30, 2023
Jesse Lewis, I loved you and you are and will forever be my hero. I wish I could do more. I wish I could have met you in person to see how cute kind and adorable and brave you where you will forever be my hero and will forever live in my heart.
Scott
May 27, 2023
To my little cowboy Angel you are missed so much...I want you to know we are coming in July celebrate your birthday I love you always Scott
Kathleen Welsch
May 26, 2023
My heart still breaks for All of the families that lost their my precious family members. All of you will ALWAYS be in my prayers
Sydney
March 1, 2023
Poor baby, he just wanted to save his peers. Rest easy.
JG
August 4, 2022
What an amazing little man
Laura from Seattle
August 4, 2022
Please know that many, many people stand with you and Jesse´s life reverberates through us.
Mallory Hadley
August 2, 2022
The tragedy that took your sweet little boy still affects me today. I sit here watching you speak in court and my heart aches for you for many reasons. You should not have to be in this situation and I'm so sorry. I hope you find peace and always feel Jesse's presence.
Scott Gove
June 10, 2022
To Jesse,
jesse I can´t understand how this keeps happening.... More kids taken and all people do is argue instead of taking real action.
But I remember what you said to your brother and then see you standing there with that smile.
I never forget who you are ...Your about to turn 17 soon ...wow 17 I will always love you and I coming home to celebrate you love always Scott
Ann Marie Curling
December 14, 2021
May the Lord bless you on this horrible day of remembrance. I think of your family all year round. <3 <3 <3 <3 <3
A Mom Of An Angel
December 14, 2021
To Jesse´s Family
May Jesse Surround Each Of You With His Warmth From His Rays Of Sunshine.... Heavenly Hugs To All....
December 17, 2020
Jesse & Family
Jesse as you walk with the Angels Surround Your Family With Your Rays Of Sunshine.
Thinking of You
Heavenly Hugs
A Mom of An Angel Cam
Courtney Whitney
January 9, 2020
My children didn't go to Sandy Hook, I was 18 when this horrible day happened. Please know, that we hear you and we are here. We will never forget Jesse, not ever. Sending all my love.
Alex lai
December 25, 2019
Happy heavenly holidays!!
Alex lai
December 8, 2019
This tragic event at Sandy Hook Elementary is still fresh in our minds.
And Jesse continues to be deeply missed.
August 2, 2018
July 16, 2018
jesse
June 30, 2018
thinking of you
June 28, 2018
April 16, 2018
March 13, 2018
Linda Alcorn
February 8, 2018
God Bless Jesse and his loved ones.May The Good Lord bring peace and comfort to you all.
February 7, 2018
December 25, 2017
Jesse:
You are a warrior. You are a member of a team.
You put the mission first. Your mission was to stay on patrol, to protect the other kids, and when given the chance, to get them out.
You never quit.
You are disciplined and physically and mentally tough.
You never quit. You never leave behind a fallen comrade.
You remain ready to engage and destroy the enemies of what's right, bravely facing the gunman and destroying his desire to have everyone in that classroom killed, including your teacher, including the teachers aide, including each one of your friends, and including you.
You are a guardian of freedom and the American way of life.
I'm sure the soldiers in Heaven have presented you medals for the strength, courage, bravery, and selflessness you showed in saving your buddies. Wear those with great honor and pride.
We will always salute you, Jesse Lewis, age 6, an American Hero.
jimmy
December 14, 2017
Stan Dunk
December 14, 2017
On this fifth anniversary, I am remembering Jesse, his mother Scarlett, his father Neil, and brother J.T. with love and sorrow.
I am a disaster/trauma specialist who was sent by the Red Cross. I was with you in the classroom with President Obama and I held your hand as you prepared to enter the church for the funeral. You are forever in my prayers.
December 5, 2017
November 8, 2017
October 12, 2017
Scott Gove
August 30, 2017
Thinking of you today Jesse ...today is a new beginning that I hope gives me the ability to give back to others in your name. I love you little cowboy, and your mom & Jt
August 20, 2017
Ves
June 30, 2017
Happy Birthday, Jesse.
Always in our hearts, sweet boy.
jimmy
June 30, 2017
happy birthday to a very brave boy ,love to you jesse
Valenda Newell
June 20, 2017
CUTIE PIE....SO SWEET
Pamela Rossi
June 11, 2017
Hello sweet Jessie, I think of you so often. Rest in peace sweet angel Jessi. You have made heaven a little bit more wonderful.
Brian
May 1, 2017
Jesse may you remain in gods loving arms forever.
jimmy
April 12, 2017
happy easter jesse,love you
jimmy havens
March 2, 2017
love jimmy
james havens
December 16, 2016
merry xmass
james havens
November 9, 2016
love you jimmy
jimmy havens
October 12, 2016
will be thinking of you jesse ,love jimmy
love never ends !!!
scott gove
September 12, 2016
you are always a part of my heart ...your energy and messages help me get through the day and it gives me the strength to work to help spread your message . i will always be there for your mom and brother ....i will help them anyway i can ...Jesse you are amazing and deeply missed love you always <3
jimmy havens
September 2, 2016
went and saw the wizard of oz on stage ,thinking of you ,you would have loved it ,love jimmy
jimmy havens
August 2, 2016
ice cream for you jesse ,from my heart to yours love always jimmy
jimmy
June 30, 2016
hey jesse happy birthday ,be thinking of you ,love jimmy
jimmy
May 25, 2016
hey jesse think of you all the time,love jimmy
jimmy
April 12, 2016
love jimmy
james
April 12, 2016
love jimmy
Tobe Thomas
March 26, 2016
Jesse, you were a hero. Other parents were able to hug their children that day because of your actions. Keep shining down on us little buddy!
Carole Ann Davis
March 26, 2016
Happy Easter to Jesse in Heaven. Fly high little Angel. R.I.P. And God bless your family and friends.
Scott Gove
March 25, 2016
Happy Easter Jesse we love you little solider <3
Quang Le
March 24, 2016
Happy Easter!
happy easter
March 23, 2016
hey jesse happy easter,love you jimmy
Scott Gove
February 10, 2016
Thinking of you today...could really use a dose of Jesse right now. .love never ends ♡♡♡
jimmy
February 9, 2016
happy valentines day to you jesse lewis, love jimmy
jimmy
January 14, 2016
always thinking of you jesse,love jimmy
Scott Gove
December 15, 2015
We love you jesse forever and always....oxoxo
Scott Gove
December 15, 2015
Carole Ann Davis
December 14, 2015
R.I.P. Jesse and may God bless your family.
Quang Le
December 14, 2015
God bless Jesse and all children forever!
jimmy
November 19, 2015
love you jimmy
candy for jesse
jimmy
October 14, 2015
wishing you a happy halloween jesse, candy for you ,love jimmy
scott gove
October 3, 2015
Hello Jesse... Thinking of you today ..I felt your love and hugs the day we came to see you... You will forever be loved and missed ...Scotty and Sandy Gove
jimmy
September 9, 2015
hey jesse lewis, thinking of you ,love jimmy
jimmy
August 7, 2015
a candle for jesse
Natalie
July 29, 2015
I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful child. Keeping your family in prayer.
jimmy
July 22, 2015
thinking of you jesse ,love you jimmy
Brenna
June 30, 2015
Happy Birthday Jesse!
jimmy
June 26, 2015
hey jesse happy birthday on june 30, will be thinking of you, love you jimmy
scott gove
June 17, 2015
today has been hard but you sent me a reminder. thank you Jesse i will always love you buddy <3 <3
jimmy
June 16, 2015
jesse wishing your dad a happy fathers day ,love jimmy
Carole Ann Davis
May 3, 2015
R.I.P. Jesse, and may God bless your family.
happy easter
jimmy
April 1, 2015
jesse lewis happy easter ,be thinking of you ,love jimmy
scott govw
February 13, 2015
jesse we love you little buddy ...forever
jimmy
February 11, 2015
jesse lewis i wish you a happy valentines day , love jimmy
jimmy
January 16, 2015
thinking of you jesse on this winter day ,love you jimmy
Carole Ann Davis
December 13, 2014
R.I.P. Jesse, and may God bless your family.
scott gove
December 11, 2014
hello jesse ...2 years have gone by ...but we love you even more..you have sent alot of messages and kept us on our best behavior ...love never ends and always wins <3 love you forever Scotty and Sandra Gove
jimmy
December 10, 2014
hey jesse, be thinking of you sunday,when i was a little boy ,i would loved to had you as a friend ,love jimmy
jimmy
November 19, 2014
jesse be thinking of you on thanksgiving ,love jimmy
The Moores
October 16, 2014
Rest in peace, sweet angel
Scott Gove
October 15, 2014
Halloween is coming up thinking of you always love you ..Jesse ??
jimmy
October 15, 2014
thinking of you jesse, love jimmy
Carole Ann Davis
September 18, 2014
R.I.P. Jesse, and may God bless your family.
jimmy
September 17, 2014
thinking of you ,love jimmy
Carole Ann Davis
August 17, 2014
R.I.P. Jesse, and may God bless your family.
That smile , the eyes made this world brighter
Scott Gove
August 16, 2014
Been awhile Jesse ....but your messages are still coming through ...I am so grateful for them....love you scotty
jimmy
August 15, 2014
hey jesse lets be goofy ,love and miss you ,jimmy
Carole Ann Davis
July 24, 2014
R.I.P. Jesse, may you fly with the Angels. May God bless your family.
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