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Lewis T. Lastik
1954 - 2017
Lewis T. Lastik
1954 - 2017
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BORN
1954
DIED
2017
Lewis Lastik Obituary
Clarksville, TN
Lewis Theodore Lastik, age 62, of Thompson's Station, TN, formerly of Clarksville, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2017 at TriStar Hospital in Spring Hill.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Hilldale Church of Christ, 501 Hwy 76, Clarksville, Tennessee, with Joe Sorci and Pete Kutz officiating. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until the hour of service at the church.
Lewis was born on August 25, 1954 in Alexandria, VA, the son of the late Israel Mendel Lastik and Jaqueline Julia Becker. Lewis was a graduate of TC Williams High School in Alexandria, VA, where his football career started. He went on to play football at Ferrum University and then transferred to APSU to finish out his college football career. Lewis was currently employed by FiberTek in Williamson County for over 20 years. He was an avid golfer and a huge fan of Alabama Crimson Tide Football and Southern Rock Music.
He is survived by the mother of his son, Sherry Wilson-Cobb; son, Lewis (Misty) Lastik; brother, Barry (Nancy) Lastik; sisters, Marsha (Rebecca Boland) Mann and Shelly (Wayne) Rusk; grandchild, LJ Lastik.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are in the care of McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home, (931) 647-3371.
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Dustin Northcutt
June 16, 2025
Man he was a big part of the movie remember the titans and his character seemed so full of happiness and always in good spirits. I have no doubt the real Lewis Lastik was more than likely the same way in real life. Prayers to his family in their loss!!!!! God Bless you Lewis and your family and loved ones. RIP Lewis Lastik!!!!!
Isiah Daley
March 18, 2025
Was up watching remember the titans. Something told me to look him up and I saw he passed. He's with the father right now looking down on his loved one's happy. To his family my condolences and he was a special man. Godbless.
Tristan J.
November 13, 2024
Rest in heavenly peace Lewis
francesca
April 25, 2024
I´m so sorry for his family. I will always remember him thanks to the movie Titans. after i saw his smile in the picture i can say for sure that he is a titan of God and he is in a good place. Un abbraccio dall´Italia a tutta la sua famiglia
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LaDonna Petter
July 14, 2019
I guess I have watch that movies of Remember the Titans at least 5 times. Even though I didn't know you the legacy of y'all's coming together as a team when there was so much going on around y'all is so inspiring. I know this story of y'alls life will continue to touch peoples hearts. Rest In Peace and May God bless your family and friends.
Debbie Vitetta
May 27, 2019
I know my message is so late, but I didn't know. I have so many memories of Lewie, I wouldn't know where to begin, except to say, he brightens up the most dreary day, turns every frown upside down, and I will love and miss him more than he will ever know.
Adhiraj
May 25, 2019
Rest in peace Lewis Lastik . I am a big fan, will work to carry forward a reflection of your character and how you lived life. Such a beautiful soul. Godspeed Lewis.
Jeffrey Smith
May 18, 2019
Rip I heard his story in remember the titans and you have inspired me to start my own career in football as well
February 10, 2019
Your legacy is as profound as your beautiful, inspiring spirit. Thank you for shining a light through the darkness!
February 2, 2019
Thank you for inspiring others and making the world a better place.
Haider Javed
February 2, 2019
Dear Mr Lewis. U were and always will be a great inspiration for me. Remember the titans is one of my favorite movies of all times. The way you looked past color and race is just so angelic. U made this world a better place for others to live. Rest in peace.
Lewis Jayden Lastik
November 17, 2018
I love you and will always miss you. Rest In Peace grandpa.
Jon Broadhurst
August 16, 2018
A fan from across the pond, you were an inspiration. The movie has and always will be very special to me, and although i never knew you, your character and humble personality shone through. I'm sorry to hear of your passing, and i hope you rest easy Lewis. Thank you x
Mary Cosby
June 26, 2018
I was just watching the movie. Because It is and always will be so inspirational and how you came on the scene and did not see color but just people. That's real classy. And after the movie I was looking up all the characters to see where are they in their lives now. And I am sorry to hear of your passing. I really admire you on your way to break though the color barrier. All of the ones that made an impression on the world. We will surely miss you. I believe you earned your wings in Heaven. God Bless your family. Rest in peace. Thank you so very much for showing us Love
Jon Jacobs
June 8, 2018
RIP buddy. It was a honor to get to know you. Sad to hear so late of your passing.
Lorenzo Sloan
April 22, 2018
RIP Sir!!!! Remember you from Remember The Titans & wish I could of met you
ashley
April 16, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Eric Mccally
April 1, 2018
I was trying to get to know all the players on the team, the movie was such an, and always has been an inspiration to me. I am sorry to hear of your passing. My sincere condolences to your family and may you truly rest in peace warmed by God gaze upon you and comforted by his touch.
Diann Quander-Walton
March 28, 2018
Continue to REST IN PEACE FELLOW TITAN!
T.C. TITAN4LIFE
CLASS OF "72"
ALWAYS "REMEMBER THE TITANS"
Precious Ler
March 27, 2018
Rest In Peace! I dont know you but watching the Titans movie , you were a inspiration.
Owen caldwell
February 23, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alex Bogue
February 2, 2018
Godspeed Louie! Enjoy playing ball with Gerry.
Mark Langham
January 3, 2018
Mr. Lastik,
I want to thank you for the example you showed us on how to live our lifes and compete. Rest easy!!!
Anonymous anonymous
December 28, 2017
Louie, I will always remember what a positive guy you were and how much fun we had. Love you, my friend
Annette Lamb
December 27, 2017
We never met but you and your determination will be an enduring inspiration to communities across our planet seeking to come together for the better of all. rest in peace and thank you
Diana Simons
October 24, 2017
I was really into Lewis life when he went to TC Williams High School.a real Titan all the way.
God's Loving Blessings upon Lewis soul,his family,and many friends..
Darren Morgan
October 19, 2017
Was surprised to read this, my belated condolences to all his family
Darren UK
Alun Matthews
October 12, 2017
Really sorry to hear about his death
I jest looked his name up after watching my favourite film ( remember the titans )
I know it's a bit late but my heart goes out to all his family and friends
Regards to you all from alun from across the pond in wales
Jack
October 2, 2017
you are a great inspiration to me. and I wear your high school football number on the field. 73
Alice Anderson
August 18, 2017
I enjoyed seeing you in the movies. Rest In Peace.
jeffery vergenstien
July 27, 2017
hi lewis your a great football player
April 27, 2017
Rest in peace Lew, you will be remembered as a valued customer for years, but more importantly, a very good friend and neighbor. Always a pleasure speaking with you my friend. Go with God! Our heart and prayers go out to all of your family and friends that will miss you!
From Ricky Davis and the guys at Wholesale Fastener's, Franklin TN.
HERB HOLT
April 25, 2017
LOUIE, YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED FOR YOUR WIT AND EVERLASTING LOVE OF LIFE,,,,
Tommy Baucom
April 25, 2017
Lew was a Special guy! I always felt better after visiting with him. RIP my big buddy! I will always cherish your friendship!
Jay Nicholson
April 24, 2017
To Lew's family and friends,
It was an honor to know and work with Lew. He was a very kind and honest man, and he will always be remembered. Deepest condolences.
Kristy Wood
April 24, 2017
Lew was one of my favorite customers. We would sit and drink coffee and laugh and I am going to miss him greatly. My deepest sympathy to your family. He was one of a kind!
Donna Sabash
April 23, 2017
Knew him from APSU, so sorry to hear this news. Deepest sympathy to all the family.
Wayner Hughes
April 23, 2017
My families prayers and thoughts are with the family and friends.
Wayne Hughes
April 23, 2017
My families prayers and thoughts are with the family and friends.
Sylvie Smith Moore
April 23, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Lastik family. When I went off to Ferrum College, with Barbie Newby, the only other Titan we knew who was headed there was Lewie. Being so far from home (5 hours away), it was such a comfort having another familiar face on campus. Thank you, Lewie, for your friendship and for your extraordinary life. Arms around your family, as we join them in mourning for you.
Robert Kempfer
April 23, 2017
Louie, my prayers are with you at this time of loss. I enjoyed meeting your Father , his parents and his sister in Alexandria . I will always have fond memories of them.
Kent Gray
April 23, 2017
Lew was a great guy and a great friend! My deepest sympathies go out to Lews Family and friends! I will miss him!
Bill Judson
April 23, 2017
RIP my good friend. You will be missed by any who were fortunate enough to know you. My sincere condolences to the entire family.
Diann Quander-Walton
April 22, 2017
RIP LOU!!♡
Diann Quander-Walton
April 22, 2017
RIP FELLOW T.C.WMS.HIGH SCHOOL TITAN 4 LIFE, CLASS OF "72"REMEMBER THE TITANS"
Mona Newman
April 22, 2017
My condolences to the family! We have lost another of our Original Titan's family! Rest in Peace
Bob Luckett
April 22, 2017
A great friend and better man. We played and baseball and football against each other and as teammates from age 7 until we graduated High School. While our paths took different directions then we stayed in touch and talked on the phone.
He always had a story and always had a kind word for all that we knew. He loved his family with all that he did.
Sweet Lew, you were one of a kind my friend.
Rest easy now until we again
April 22, 2017
Big Lew, you lived a good life. Peace & Blessing to your family.
Kerry Lundin
April 21, 2017
My Condolences and prayers for big Lew and his family, I lined up against him in practice everyday during our Titan days and he made me a better player for it. He had a heart of gold and mischievous mind for pranks. Will miss his sense of humor and laugh. He anchored a great defensive line along with Gary Nichols. Rest in peace my friend and God's speed. You will always be a great Titan my friend.
Donald Havener
April 21, 2017
Louie, it was wonderful knowing you in high school and hanging out together. You always had a smile and I hope your life was a happy one. See you on the other side, brother.
Renee Smith Cardone
April 21, 2017
My most heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to Louie's family and friends. Louie and I go way back to our early teens and also a fellow classmate of the TC WILLIAMS Titans. I am honored and so grateful to have called him my friend - you will surely be missed.
T.C Williams Class of 1973
April 21, 2017
We were so sorry to here of Lew's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with with his family. RIP Lewie!
Sunny O'Malley
April 20, 2017
One of my favorite Titans ......... a class act always. My love and prayers to all Lewie's family and friends. He will be missed.
Fellow TCW 1973 Graduate
Becky Duncan Massey
April 20, 2017
My condolences to Lew's family and friends. I was a classmate at T. C. Williams in the Class of '73. I am a fellow Tennessean now living in Knoxville.
Candy DeJohn
April 18, 2017
Lew was such a nice, nice man. He will be greatly missed.
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