GEORGE WARREN LEWIS

LEWIS, George Warren Age 97, of Mashpee, MA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his children, on Friday March 13, 2026. Born in Arlington, MA, to Catherine (Mitchell) and Chester Lewis in 1928. Warren was a devoted family man, lifelong learner, and accomplished athlete. He was the proud father of ten children, grandfather of twenty-five and great-grandfather of three. A standout ice hockey player, he was an All-American, a national champion and a member of the Boston College Varsity Club Hall of Fame. Professionally, he rose to become President of Americold, then the largest public cold-storage company in the world. A graduate of Boston College High School (1946) and Boston College (1950), Warren was the first-line center on the 1949 team that won BC's first NCAA hockey championship. He was inducted into the BC Hall of Fame in 1981 and was the last surviving member of that team. He briefly played professionally with the Boston Olympics (1950–1951). Warren served in the U.S. Army, during the Korean War as a Corporal, working in the Ordinance Corp as an inventory specialist in Germany and later, earned his MBA from Northeastern University. He began his career in Quincy, MA, advancing through leadership roles in Scranton and Kansas City, before becoming President of Americold in 1983. He retired in 1989 after a distinguished career. In 1958, he married Margaret Mary Casey of Dorchester, the love of his life, and together they shared 62 years of marriage. Warren often said that marrying Margie was the best decision he ever made. They went on to raise ten children, whom he considered his greatest accomplishment. At his 90th birthday celebration, Warren said that of everything he had achieved in life, nothing made him prouder than his children. Warren remained deeply involved in hockey throughout his life. He coached Christopher Columbus High School in the 1960s, winning multiple league championships and earning induction into the Massachusetts Hockey Coaches Hall of Fame in 1980. He also coached his sons and played into his eighties, including annual participation in Snoopy's Senior World Hockey Tournament. He enjoyed golf, tennis, and cycling with family and friends. Warren will be remembered for his integrity, resilience, powerful leadership and playfulness with his kids and grandkids. He approached life with determination, humility, and a deep sense of responsibility to his family and to others. Whether raising his large family, leading a company, coaching young players or staying connected to his lifelong friends, he believed that character mattered most. His passion for hockey and his commitment to living by a strong, quiet example touched countless lives. Warren is survived by his children, Matthew Lewis, Kathryn Williams, Sarah Biemer, George Warren Lewis, Jr., John Lewis, Mary Sullivan, Meg Perlick, Mark Lewis, James Lewis, and Robert Lewis; his twenty-five grandchildren and his three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Betsy O'Donnell. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Margie Lewis; his parents, Chester and Catherine Lewis; and his sister, Janet Montgomery. Warren lived by his ethos: "You never get in the game unless you intend to win it." He will be deeply missed. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Services are private. Remembrances may be made to Christ the King Food Pantry.

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