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1948
DIED
2019
Lewis Isaac Obituary
Asheville - Lewis Jerome Isaac - Nov. 25, 1948-June 2, 2019 of Asheville - Lewis Jerome "Jerry" Isaac passed away after a short illness. He was 70. For further information please visit: www.averysmemorialchapel.com.
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for Lewis Isaac
Dean Headley
June 9, 2019
Liked him from the minute I met him. I expect that statement applies to so many people. You'll be missed Lewis!
- Dean Headley
Aston Park Tennis Center
John Ball
June 9, 2019
I had the honor and pleasure of working closely with Lewis for a number of years at Prospect Terrace Condominiums where he lived. I managed the property and Lewis became the president of the homeowners association. Honestly, once Lewis accepted the position, by general agreement he was acknowledged to be the absolute best person to continue in the role for as long as he wanted to. Who would not want such a fine, honorable person to be at the helm? He was always available to discuss the latest issue or difficulty, and his kindness, wisdom, and humor could help resolve the trickiest problem. And his laughter! He truly was a joyful person who could not help but share his love and hope for justice with the world.
He will be deeply missed by his many friends and family. He touched countless lives.
John Ball
June 9, 2019
My condolences to the family. May God grant you peace during this difficult time Phillippians 4:6,7.
Roy Riley
June 8, 2019
A great guy and a rare find. Lewis always made my day seem better just by seeing him and talking to him.
cheryl Johnson
June 8, 2019
I met Lewis in Building Bridges. He was a constant presence in that organization. His eyes radiated life warmth,love and his smile was like a ray of sunshine. He was likeable and approachable. Always upbeat and in a good state of mind. He was a solid rock in this community, a good man. He was generous with his time to many organizations. Too many good men dying too young in this town. He will be missed but forever remembered.
Carol Smith-Hill
June 7, 2019
I remember playing tennis with you at Aston Park Tennis Center many years ago. I also remember when he was at Asheville High School on the radio describing basketball games. He will be missed.
JEFF JACKSON
June 7, 2019
I KNEW LEWIS FOR NUMBER OF YEARS FROM BOWLING. I ALWAYS ENJOYED LEWIS AND HIS GREAT LOVABLE, TO HIS FAMILY AND HIS ZEST FOR LIFE. LEWIS WAS SOMEONE WHOM IF EVERYONE WAS LIKE THE WORLD WOULD HAVE A LOT LES PROBLEMS. MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS AS I AM SURE HE WILL BE SORELY MISSED. I AM A LUCKY PERSON TO HAVE KNOW HIM AND WILL MISS HIM AND HIS SMILE!
James Cassara
June 7, 2019
I knew Lewis for many years. He was steadfast support of our kids and Asheville City Schools and a truly fine man. His passing is a great loss for our community.
Geronda & mike platt
June 7, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Geronda & Mike platt
June 7, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ervin Hunter III
June 7, 2019
I met Mr. Issac in Building Bridges. Mr. Issac was an awesome person and a good friend. He will be missed. Asheville has lost a very good man. He will be missed.
Alice Garrett Brown
June 7, 2019
Lewis and I grew up in Mocksville and attended the Presbyterian Church together. As youngsters, in a close knit community, we were blessed to have role models like his parents.
At his 50th high school reunion, we were reminded Lewis was one of a handful of African-Americans to integrate the all-white high school here.
As a precursor, this was an example of the contributions he would make in life.
With deepest sympathy to the family,
Alice Garrett Brown
Mocksville, NC
Brian Burns
June 7, 2019
Always upbeat, the most infectious laugh I have ever heard, and always able to take a moment to talk about the day to day of life. Lewis was my neighbor for many years, and a better neighbor could not be found anywhere. He will be missed, but not forgotten. My sincere condolences to all the members of his family, may they find peace in the knowledge of all the lives Lewis touched in such a positive way.
Dave Capps
June 7, 2019
I met Lewis in 1974 playing city league basketball with the VA team. We reconnected in the 80's & 90's via the Asheville Track Club. In recent years we would always talk when we bumped into one another at the downtown post office. Lewis was a gentleman of the highest order and a gift to our community. What a loss.
Charlotte Caplan
June 6, 2019
I will deeply miss Lewis's warmth, compassion, and good sense. During my 10 years with the City of Asheville, he was an unfailing source of advice and help, unstintingly given. I am proud to have been able to call him a friend.
Carol & Tuffy Clark
June 6, 2019
Our doubles and mixed doubles partner!! This is so hard to comprehend. What a wonderful man and friend!
Carol and Tuffy Clark
Jen B
June 6, 2019
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family of Lewis Jerome Isaac during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalm 116:15
Jeff King
June 6, 2019
Jerry first interviewed me for a job at the Oteen Veterans Hospital in 1972. He was
a kind person who always had a smile on
his face.
Keiko Merl
June 6, 2019
Lewis had such a radiant laugh which made everyone's sprit lifted when he was around. We could his laugh from two courts down at Aston Park.
He loved to play tennis and help people in his community. He always had a positive attitude to look at life and enjoyed whatever he was involved.
It was such a shock to loose hime since I learned he was sick just day before he passed away.
But I know he is at peace and will watch us from haven.
I am blessed the time I share with him.
Jessy Tickle
June 6, 2019
Lewis radiated kindness and joy - his smile lit up the room and his laughter was infectious. I was fortunate to be co-facilitators with him in Building Bridges and found him to be a wealth of knowledge and wisdom. I deeply admired the way he spoke his truth and used curiosity as a means of bridging differences in opinion. I always looked forward to seeing him and I will miss him dearly. Thinking of Toni and the rest of Lewis's family as they grieve and celebrate his life.
Karle Mapp
June 6, 2019
Hey Lew! You're up! And after getting your 10 pin spare, come help us figure this out. Thanks!
Dave Landreth
June 6, 2019
I was lucky enough to get to know Lewis as a competitive runner - he was always a minute or so ahead of me at the finish line. Some of my most enjoyable training runs were with Lewis and the ATC gang at Bent Creek on Sunday mornings back in the 80s. He was a gentleman of the highest order, a great friend and fierce competitor. From all of his many friends in the running community, he will be missed. RIP Lewis!
Ellane Chandler
June 6, 2019
I met Lewis when he worked for the City of Asheville years ago. He was always so helpful to me and such a pleasant and fun person to know. My heart goes out to his family.
Anne Wallace
June 6, 2019
I knew Lewis so briefly, as neighbor and leader of our homeowners association, but it did not take long to know what a fine person he was. I especially valued his thorough knowledge of local history, and his warm friendliness to all. Surely his family and close friends will find consolation in wonderful memories of his life.
Timothy Amos
June 6, 2019
My very deepest sympathy to the family. It was my pleasure to know Lewis and work with him for many years when he was on the Asheville Board of Education, as well as the Cougar Sports TV Network and My40 Sports. He was the definition of a Class Act....always helping and encouraging others, enriching lives and the community, all while flashing that big smile! Words cannot express his value and meaning to those who knew him. I will miss him greatly!
Roger Meade
June 6, 2019
The finest man I have ever known; I will miss Lewis!
Rudy Rodriguez
June 6, 2019
Lewis was a great man who gave so much to our community. I will remember Lewis for his bright friendly smile, his warm heart and his community service.
Mark Holmes
June 5, 2019
I only got to know Lewis bowling on the Tuesday and Thursday afternoon senior bowling league. Lewis was always very engaging and fun to be around - and a pretty darn good bowler. His presence will be missed. My sincere condolences to all of his family and friends.
Lisa Smith
June 5, 2019
I am so fortunate to have had the opportunity to meet Lewis...we were first co-facilitators for Building Bridges. He exuded such a positive energy and had such a radiant smile. He was opinionated and outspoken and I so appreciated his perspective. I valued and will truly miss his friendship.
Richard and Lois Taylor
June 5, 2019
Deepest sympathy to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Simms Jackie
June 5, 2019
My condolences to family and friends of Lewis Isaac. I am grateful for his many contributions to Building Bridges of Asheville, Inc. and for him sharing his tenor voice singing with the Reynolds Miller Chorale. He will be missed by a huge number of people in several different circles.
David Linton
June 5, 2019
Tennis with Lewis was ALWAYS fun competition. I miss him as a friend and a teammate.
Antony Harrison
June 5, 2019
Little as I knew him, I always admired Lewis, who seemed a thoughtful, caring, gentle soul.
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