Darrell Lewis Obituary

I just received CPT Lewis's name for Mindful Memorial Day, I thank his wife and Children for their service as his strength through it all. Thank you CPT for all of your sacrifices!

Darrell I am thinking of you this day, Memorial Day 2014 as I do regularly. R.I.P.

my condolences to the lewis family he was a great friend since childhood from dreamers program with Sharon minter my # is 2027439905

may you always be wrapped in the warm comfort of your memories. I pray that Capt. Lewis" young children someday realize the breadth of his legacy and strive to emulate his character and values. My heartfelt thank you to Capt. Lewis and his family. And also for the service of your grandfather and uncle. None will be forgotten. Rest in Blessed Peace

Rest In Peace Hero our Grateful Nation Salutes You

To the family and friends of Capt. Darrell Lewis:
Please accept my remembrance of Darrell on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Liz, Taylor and Rashawn,

I was a friend of Darrell. This weekend is for people like him who paid the last full measure of devotion to their country. He is and will be forever, an American hero.

To the family and friends of Capt. Darrell Lewis:
Remembering Darrell on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

I am here in Balad, Iraq reflecting during Memorial Day thinking about my friend Darrell. We were stationed together in Korea. No greater man is he who would lay down his life for a friend. I honor Darrell on today, this is the day that the Lord has made and we are to be rejoice and be glad in it. Its my prayer that the family will find comfort in knowing that we all pay tribute to Darrell today. You will be in my prayers.

My last entry was a year ago and I find myself in the same position, here at work celebrating the lives of all soldiers. Darrell and Elizabeth, you and your families are still in my mind and in my heart. Thank you for your sacrifices. I found a picture of Darrell's senior year in high school and it is hard to believe that his body is no longer with us, but knowing his spirit lives on keeps me going. Elizabeth, you are in my heart and in my prayers.

CPT Lewis,
May God wrap you in His arms and comfort and keep you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Revelation 21:4
"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain..."

I am so sorry, that I just found out. I was stationed in Korea with Cpt. Lewis and also Liz was my roommate in Korea.The one thing I will always remember about Cpt. Lewis is,he always had a smile on his face,and a nice word to say. It was pleasure to know him. I know he is smiling down on Liz and their son. My prayers are with you Liz,and I am here for you if you need anything. I love you Liz,and may God guide you though your sorrows until you and Cpt.Lewis meet again in the heavenly skies...

Love Lives On

Those we love remain with us
for love itself lives on,
and cherished memories never fade
because a loved one's gone.
Those we love can never be
more than a thought apart,
far as long as there is memory,
they'll live on in the heart.

The Landstuhl Hospital Care Project has honored Capt. Darrell Lewis with shipments of care and comfort items to wounded troops in military hospitals stateside and overseas for August 2009. This includes the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany and field medical units in Iraq and Afghanistan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

To the family of Capt. Darrell Lewis:
Darrell gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Gone but never forgotten. Remembering you on the second anniversary of your death. Its still so surreal. I get weepy just thinking about you no longer being here on this earth. You touched many lives and I am glad to have known you for 8yrs. There is a whole in my heart that will never be replaced. I am thankful for all the memories I have of you. Cant wait to see you again someday. Love always!

Darrell,
Thinking and praying for you on the 2nd anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.

Here I am sitting at work on Memorial Day weekend. I sit here and think about how most of the country celebrates a three-day weekend while I sit here and celebrate you and others like you. I remember sitting with you at lunch in WA state and you asked me if I was happy. I am happy. I have a wonderful family and a son who is just a little younger than yours. I wish you could have experienced seeing your son grow up. You deserved so much more, Darrell. I am so glad that you found love and happiness in Elizabeth. There is a line in a Les Miserables song, "to love another person is to see the face of God". Well, you have experienced both now. You are greatly missed and will forever be in my thoughts. Elizabeth, you are always in my thoughts. Take care.

Darrell, i cant believe you are no longer here i have cried for days when i heard of your passing you are a true friend that i will never ever find in this lifetime. you will always be apart of me.

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Sincerely,
Kenna

I had the pleasure to served with Darrell in the 207th RSAC in Afghanistan. He was a remarkable young Officer, and he will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.

Look at you handsome, still standing tall. People don't forget you, how could they you made an impression on so many people even those you only met once or twice they still talk about you to me. Look at all the people who stop by your guest book, that lifts my spirit & one day I hope to be lifted right next to you. RJ is a big boy now the big 2 is tomorrow & I know you are so proud of him. I imagine how sometimes you might handle things & I wish so badly that you were here physically.

Cpt Lewis,

You have always been a good freind, never forgetten

SGT Ray Johnson

Darrell,

As we near the anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, the memories of those that have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country come to mind. You were the first member of the Battalion to welcome me as I had just arrived to Korea, you have always been a great friend and my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
-CPT EJ Smith

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Capt Lewis!

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Darrell, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

Darrell,
Thinking and praying for you on the 1st anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends", John 15:13.

I wish I would have kept in touch with Darrell after graduating from Wittenberg. Darrell and I were really good friends at Witt; we both tried out for the basketball team and were the last two players cut. Somehow that forged a strong bond between us. I will always remember his smile and the way he called me "Kev." He was a dear friend and I will truly miss him.

Lt.Lewis at the time gave me a recommendation to go with a unit from Korea to Iraq...He told the gaining unit I was pick of the liter...He is and will be missed by his brothers in amrs.

Hello my love I love you I miss you more than words can say... I love you handsome

Lewis Family,

May your special memories be a comfort to you at this time.

I can't believe I am just now learning of your death! You were always so special to me and your memory will live on. You are definitely my hero. My prayers are with your family. I love you D Lewis!

I served with Darrell (Lew) Lewis, for the last 5 months of my time in Shindand. He was a great soldier who carried himself with confidence and pride. I believe that he exemplified much of what is good about America. He is certainly a credit to his family, the Army and our Nation. I am proud to have know him, and I remember him almost daily. God Bless him and his family.

I had the honor to serve, live, and work with Darrell in Shinand, Afghanistan. He was a true warrior, he was a great man, he was my friend.

Rest in Peace brother.
Until we meet again...

Darrell, You were one of the greatest people to ever enter my life. I cherish every second that I was blessed to spend with you. I still can not believe that you are gone. You were a Godsend to anyone who was ever privaledged to truly know you. I pray for your family and friends because I can not imagine their pain and suffering because I can barely deal with my own sadness because of your loss sometimes. I take comfort in knowing that God loves you best and that he will take care of you, your wife and your children. It still does not take away my ever present wish that you were still present in the flesh today. I just have to force myself to take comfort in knowing that you are up there watching over all your friends and family and that everything is going to be all right. Just know that you will always be in my thoughts and prayers.

Lewis Family my prayers go out to you all. I know that there are no words that I or anyone could say to make you feel better right now, but I pray that my continuous prayers for you all will bring some kind of comfort during your time of sorrow and sadness.


SLB

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Capt Lewis and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

I am at work today listening to a June podcast of Dave Ramsey when I heard of the loss of Darrell. Tears continue to fill my eyes as I think of another HERO who gave so selflessly for our freedom. My heart is saddened by the loss of this young man. My prayers and love go out to his family as I continue to pray for all our soldiers and the loved ones of the heroes who have paid the ultimate price for all Americans. God bless, comfort and hold you close to Him during this tremendous loss and always.

To the family & loved' ones of Capt. Darrell Lewis
Deepest Sympathies on your loss.
May warm memories give you comfort in the sad times.

First, I would like to offer me condolenses to Liz for her terrible loss. I would also like to send my regards to Darrell's family. I remember meeting Darrell back in high school. He helped me get a job at McDonald's after graduating high school. He was very confident and very funny. He always put a smile on my face. It is hard to believe he is gone, but I know his spirit will live on forever in the memories and in Liz and his son. All of the Lewis family are in my thoughts and my prayers. Darrell was a wonderful man and will forever be in my memories.

Erika

We are deeply saddened at the loss of your brave young soldier, a hero. May God comfort and embrace you as only He can. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
In loving memory of our nephew
Lance Cpl James R. Davenport KIA 11/22/06 Anbar Province

To the family of Cpt. Darrell Lewis... Darrell was a good friend of mine and I am deeply saddened to learn of his passing and of the family he left behind. He was one of the most genuine, caring people that I have had in my life. He was always there to give me encouraging words and to push me further in school. He was always there to put a smile on my face when I needed it. My heart and prayers go out to his family. Darrell I will always remember and miss you!

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN....HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.

A PROUD MARINE MOM

Liz, and the rest of the Lewis Family, I send my deepest sympathy for your loss. Darrell, was so inspirational and a shining star in my life. We were good friends who shared some of our good times and our bad times together. He encouraged me so much, especially when I felt like life was beating me down. HE always told me, that he was not finished yet and that I shouldn't be too. He always spoke of how much he wanted to be in the Army, well he has done that and very bravely. I am just sad that we all lost a positive and loving and caring person. Now I have noone to share with, I have truely lost a good friend. My husband and I, along with our family share your grief and sorrow. But hold your heads high, because that is what Darrell would do... We are almost done building our new home, Liz, we would be honored if you came to visit us. I dedicate my next graduation to Darrell, he helped me to keep pushing and achieve my ultimate goal!!!! I miss you so much my friend, I really miss you. I cry as I type this, but I can help it, my heart has been hurt once again. True friends are hard to find, but GENUINE FRIENDS LIKE DARRELL ARE A VERY RARE THING AND YOU REALLY WANNA KEEP THEM A LONG TIME..... AGAIN YOU HAVE MY CONDOLENCES!!!!

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal

toughts and prayers are with you... I served with Captain Lewis in Korea when he was a Lt. I saw him last in Ft Bliss while he was completing his captain career course. I told him " look at you, captain now" he smiled, I replied, you have done well, congrats! I am a witness that Captain Lewis was most definitely a professional well respected. I wanted to let you know that I will never forget him as I share him in my mind... forever... along with the rest of my comrades who have sacrificed their lives for us.

Liz, Rashawn and the Lewis Family,
We would like you all to know that you were not far from our thoughts today. Darrell was indeed a special man, who will definitely be missed. We only wish we could have gotten to know Darrell better, but are grateful that he entered our lives even for a short time. Please know that you all will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers for the days, weeks and months to come.

To the Family of Captain Darrell C. Lewis, USA:
I am so proud of you, your service to our country and the scarfice given to keep our country safe. You are a hero for the ages and may you always be remember. Peace and love to your family, may they always remember you with a smile. The pain will grow less with time. Trust in our Lord and know that Captain Lewis is looking over you all.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Lewis family in the loss of Darrell. I did not know Darrell, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Darrell you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. I live close to ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY and I visit section 60 frequently. I promise each time I am at ANC I will visit/honor Darrell.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

Thank you for the service, thank you for the sacrifice.

To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA

As family we grow close and then sometimes far apart. But the love that we share is always in our heart , much love to you little cousin.

Angel

I will miss you so much and I will never forget you. You will always be in my heart. I love you forever!!

you are safe in GODS army now so rest in peace

Capt. Darrell Lewis
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

To the family of Darrell, my grief for the loss of your son is felt. I know what it's like to loose your child in war as my son was killed in action too. It feels that your heart has been ripped from you and you don't understand why this happened to your child. I've felt all you will feel in the coming days and weeks and though I’m not close in relation to area, but I am very close by email. I offer any support to you and your family that I can. It's with the Grace of God that I've gotten through each day and with His healing love and comfort that I've been able to once again sleep at night and not cry each day. Believe me I do know how hard it is. May God continue to heal you and your family and contact me when and if you are ever ready, even if it's to vent or cry.

In memory of my son SPC Harry (Buck) Winkler III KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq with the 2-505th PIR 82nd Airborne Div

To the Lewis family,

I just want to send my deepest sympathy. For his hard work and dedication to this nation may he not be forgotten. He dedicated his life for this purpose that we may be free and our children be free and our children's children be free. For that reason (FREEDOM) IS why I will forever be thankful.

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Rest in peace.

To The Lewis Family,
Just want you all to know my family thinks Darrell is truly a HERO and a very respected man in our eyes. Thank Darrell for serving others!

i am sorry about the lost of your love one as a family i realize that this must be one of the hardest thing to dael with.the bible speaks of death as a enemy and this enemy has now invaded your world,but the god of comfort and peace can beat this enemy and he will as it written in his word the bible at revelation 24:3,4 my deepest sympathy

My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and now they are protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

As the mother of a son (my only child) who is in the Army and now deployed; I want to send my condolences.

Capt. Darrell Lewis
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Capt. Lewis and Family:

Know in your heart that you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. All gave some, some gave all. Rest in peace. You will be missed by everyone’s life you have touched.

To the family, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and all Americans for the sacrifice of one of your family members for our freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.

Father we entrust our brother Darrell to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Darrell in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.

Please accept my deepest and most heartfelt sympathy regarding the loss of Capt. Darrell Lewis, with so much gratitude for this Fine Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

May Darrell rest safely now, in God's Care and know that he is a True American hero, that shall Never Be Forgotten.
May the Peace of the Lord be with the Lewis family.
There will Never Be Enough Ways, to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes, for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have have passed away."
Revelations 21:4

May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Will Remember the Sacrifice Darrell made.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU