Andrew Wells Lewis

This weekend Oct 21-22, the 1961 class of HV Jenkins HS will be celebrating a reunion after 60 years. Andy as class vice-president was an outstanding leader. He was among the academic elite of the school and class. While he and I did not maintain contact after high school, our paths were similar as we became college professors. It is a time for memory(ies) and I value the time we worked together for the Class of 1961 HVJHS.

I was shocked to learn just recently and quite belatedly of Andy's passing. We were close chums during our four undergraduate years at Dartmouth. I always respected his deep knowledge of history, and we had many lively discussions; we shared a sense of humor and often engaged in political debate. I will miss him greatly. My condolences go out to his family.

Been thinking a lot about Andy this week, as it is the anniversary of his passing. I find myself remembering all of the times he mentored me over the years, always with a smile and his unique chuckle. He was brilliant and caring. He was passionate about teaching and loved his family, his friends. Keep trying to live up to the example he set as I am now counseling and mentoring students of my own in a dream I would not have had were it not for his guidance over the years from the time I was...

My sincere condolences to your family. Losing a loved one is never easy, but our loving God promises to give you the strength and comfort you will need to endure the pain of your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way. Isa.40:29,41:10,13.

A great professor and a great man. He will be missed by all.

Bill Crosby

Andy was my teacher, my mentor, and my friend. He provided an excellent example for me to become the teacher I am today. I will miss him, his chuckle, his smile, his compassion, and his towering intellect dearly and I wish I could be there today.

-Sean A. Wempe

More than 55 years ago Andy and I served as officers for the Senior Class at HV Jenkins High, He was a thoughtful, creative and dependable friend then and from his notice remained and evolved into an esteemable scholar and valued man.

Since I only spent two years at Jenkins High, I will always remember Andy as one of the people who always spoke to me in school ... and that meant a lot to a new kid on the block. He was kind and he was oh so smart. My heart and my prayers go out to his family.