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Chief Michael L. Kuk, PhD
February 5, 2023
Don Lewis gave so much to the world of modern music, that words simply cannot tesitify to his greatness and generosity. He was a major talent and an inspiration to all who heard his music. His skills in the development of the modern synthesizer and MIDI are immeasurable! May he Rest in Paradise!!! Blessings to this family and loved ones!
Tony
December 24, 2022
My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family, many, many friends, colleagues and devoted army fans of Mr. Don Lewis. Mr. Don Lewis was a legendary synth player who worked with Quincy Jones and Michael Jackson and who invented the Live Electronic Orchestra, the inspiration for MIDI. He was greatly admired by many fellow artists and all those who knew him. May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by him. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Mr. Don Lewis. May his music and legacy keep his memory alive forever. Thank you for Mr. Don Lewis' contribution to the jazz industry.
Odette
December 7, 2022
So sorry for your loss. He was left a wonderful legacy for the family to remember and cherish. May your loving heavenly Father comfort you all in the days and months ahead.
Bill Wentz
December 7, 2022
I met Don in the early 70s after a promotional performance while working with ARP Instruments. We became friends through our work together with that company. He was one of the most honest, loving and joyful people I’ve ever known. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
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Michelle Meney
December 6, 2022
Don Lewis was such a positive powerful influence in my life. I loved listening to him and my father play music in our basement. He played in our church and he was a family friend through the years. I babysat his two sons for many years. I will miss him dearly.
Kurt Krenzischek
November 29, 2022
Rest in Peace. We will miss you every day! I´m happy that we were able to connect during your last month. I will treasure our conversations and your happy and peaceful demeanor. So sad that you will not be around to see your life´s work come to fruition when PBS will air your documentary in the spring of 2023. Julie, you are in our prayers every day!
Steven and Sandra Lepley
November 16, 2022
Don brought a bright light, his joy filled presence always lifted us up, his music inspired, entertained, amazed and you couldn’t help but smile when you spent even a few minutes with him. He was always willing to share his music, and used it not just to entertain, but to teach us. He will be missed greatly by all who knew him and loved him. He must be in heaven playing music with the angels. Maybe if we are very quiet and listen, we can hear him. God bless you and thank you for being a wonderful person, great musician, loving and giving friend, husband and father.
To Julie and all of Don’s family, we pray that the sadness you are feeling now will soon pass and you will find comfort in loving memories of him.
Maryann Sfarzo
November 15, 2022
We had the privilege of being close friend of Don and his lovely wife Julie and are hearts are heavy with Don's passing. Before COVID 19, Don and Julie were guest at our home and played piano singing praises to our Lord, a moment that will never be forgotten. We know that Don is in heaven with a choir of Angles watching over all of us.
Dominic Bazile
November 12, 2022
Rest well Don! Thanks for your great contributions to music! You have been an inspiration to myself and many others!
November 10, 2022
Truly a legend who worked with other legends, so talented, his great music and talent will be missed. Prayers for the Lewis family, may God be with you all..
Monty Bennett
November 9, 2022
Such a loss for the musical world, Not only was Don an amazing musician, he was a great friend and inspiration!
R B
November 9, 2022
Such an incredibly talented musician, truly a pioneer with the synthesizer, his work was legendary. Sincerest sympathies to the Lewis family, may God help you all as you endure this very difficult time of your loss.
Elizabeth Bell
November 8, 2022
R.I.P Mr.Don
Steele
November 8, 2022
Don was so talented in the music world. I hope the family can really treasure the memories. I offer my condolences to all.
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