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John Lewis Obituary

John Lewis Born February 20, 1946, a longtime resident of San Jose died on March 2, 2004, at the age of 58. He was a graduate of Aragon High School in San Mateo and served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corp. He was in the Human Resources and Staffing business for over 30 years and consulted for many High Technology companies in the Silicon Valley. He is survived by his loving wife Rosanna Lewis, his mother Betty Lewis of San Mateo, his brother James Lewis of Pleasanton, and many nephews and nieces. A private memorial service will be held. Please make donations to the Humane Society or the National Organ and Tissue Bank.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Mar. 5, 2004.

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