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Julius Lewis Obituary

Julius Curtis Lewis, Jr. Julius Curtis Lewis, Jr., age 79, died Saturday, August 20, 2005, at Candler Hospital after a short illness. The Savannah native was born March 11, 1926 to the late Julius Curtis Lewis, Sr. and Lucy Wiegand Lewis. He attended the Pape School as well as local public schools before graduating with honors from Woodberry Forest School in Woodberry Forest, VA. He attended the University of South Carolina, the United States Coast Guard Academy, and graduated with honors from the University of Georgia with a BBA Degree. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, United States Coast Guard, and the United States Merchant Marine. He was a member of Phi Kappa Phi, Phi Eta Sigma and Alpha Tau Omega fraternities. Mr. Lewis was a long-time member of First Baptist Church where he was Past Chairman of the Board of Deacons and a former Sunday School Teacher. He was a former chairman of the Board of Trustees of Skidaway Island Baptist Church. Mr. Lewis was President and Chief Executive Officer of J. C. Lewis Enterprises which includes Lewis Broadcasting Corporation and J.C. Lewis Motor Company, Inc. He was the former owner and founder of WJCL-TV which began broadcasts in 1970. The broadcast company is licensee of WLTZ-TV in Columbus, GA, and previously included stations in South Carolina and Mississippi. He was a member of the National Automobile Dealers' Association, and Past President of the Savannah Automobile Dealers' Association, the Georgia Automobile Dealers' Association and the Ford Dealers' Advertising Association. He was Past Chairman of the Ford Dealer Council, Jacksonville District. He was Vice President and a Director of CLV Life Insurance Company, Inc. and previously served on the Boards of Directors of The Citizens and Southern National Bank, and Savannah Foods and Industries, Inc. The first Republican to be electedMayor of a Georgia city since Reconstruction, Mr. Lewis served as Mayor of Savannah from 1966 to 1970. Mr. Lewis has provided assistance to a number of local charitable, educational, religious and cultural entities. Major recent emphasis has been to aid the poor and homeless through the Union Mission and its J. C. Lewis Health Center. He donated land for the construction of the Habersham Y.M.C.A., Memorial Baptist Church and Agudath Achim Synagogue as well as donating the land and building for Skidaway Island Baptist Church. He provided land and funding for several Union Mission Facilities and was a major benefactor for the Nancy N. and J. C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion at Candler Hospital. Past civic involvements included service on the Board of Directors of Bethesda Home for Boys, the Kiwanis Club, Union Mission, Georgia Baptist Children's Home, Savannah Chamber of Commerce, the United Community Appeal, and the Salvation Army. He also previosly served on the Board of Trustees of Woodberry Forest School, chaired the Board of Trustees of Savannah Country Day School, and was an Honorary Trustee of Savannah Christian Preparatory School. He also was the prior Chairman of the Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum Foundation and served as President of the 500 for Progress, the Y.M.C.A., the Hundred Club of Chatham County, the German Heritage Society, and the Association of the United States Army, Coastal Empire Chapter. He was an honorary member of the Savannah Rotary Club Downtown. He was a Life Member of Landrum Lodge #48, F&AM, an Honorary Member of Solomon's Lodge #1, a 33rd Degree Life Member of the Scottish Rite Consistory, a Life Member of the York Rite Bodies, a member of the red Cross of Constantine and a Past Potentate of Alee Temple of the Shrine. He was an Emeritus Member of the Imperial Council of the Shrine, a past Director of the Royal Order of Jesters and a member of the Cabiri. He also held memberships in the Elks Lodge #183, the American Legion, Post 184, and the Navy League. Often recognized for his involvement, he was twice the recipient of the Benjamin Franklin Quality Automobile Dealer Award from the Saturday Evening Post, and the recipient of the Silver Medal Award from the American Advertising Federation. He was named Outstanding Alumni by the University of Georgia, and received the "Others" Award from the Salvation Army. The Department of the Army honored him for patriotic civilian service while serving as President of AUSA, Coastal Empire Chapter and was an Honorary Member of the Order of the Taro Leaf, Victory Division. He was honored by the Georgia Municipal Association with the Community Service Award and by Savannah Sate College with its President's Award. He was honored with the Brotherhood Award by Agudath Achim Synagogue, the Golden Heart Award by the Union Mission, the Oglethorpe Leadership Award, the Savannah Exchange Club's Golden Deeds Award and was a Paul Harris Fellow of the Rotary Club. Mr. Lewis was also a member of the Savannah Benevolent Assocation, and a number of local social clubs and civic organizations. Surviving are his wife, Nancy Nelson Lewis of Savannah; and six children, Nancy Virginia Lewis, Julius Curtis, III and Carol Lewis, Walter Nelson and Linda Lewis, Samuel Wistar Lewis, David Scott and Tracy Lewis, and John Christian and Mary Lewis; and eleven grandchildren. The family will receive friends from five until seven p.m. on Monday at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Funeral Services: 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 23, 2005, at First Baptist Church with Dr. John Finley officiating, and participation by Rev. Terry Johnson, Rev. James Staubes and Rev. Kenny Grant. Burial will be private. Remembrances: Union Mission, 1120 Fahm St., Savannah, GA 31401, First Baptist Church, P.O. 9551, Savannah, GA 31412, or the Nancy N. and J. C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion at Candler Hospital, 5354 Reynolds St., Savannah, GA 31405. Savannah Morning News, August 21, 2005 Please sign our Obituary Guestbook at www.savannahnow.com

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Aug. 21, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Julius Lewis

96 Entries

Helen Triol Drozd

September 10, 2005

Curtis, Mrs Lewis and family,

I was so saddened to learn of the loss of your Dad. He was such a wonderful and generous man to all with whom he came in contact,especially those of us at SCDS. We all were the recipients of his kind and generous spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bring you Peace at this difficult time. With fond memories, Helen

Richard Payne

September 1, 2005

My sincere sympathy is expressed to the Lewis Family. I am an independent used car dealer and have known and respected Mr. Lewis for over fifty years. In sympathy, Richard J. Payne(B & P) Motors

Joseph Coffey

August 29, 2005

To the entire Lewis Family,

I send my deepest condolenances to all of you over the loss of Curtis. Indeed, he was a vary rare person whom possessed as well as showed his humility and care for fellow man. He was a a pleasure working for him and I know his impact on the community will be missed . God Bless you Curtis Lewis.

Susan Caddell

August 27, 2005

Walter & Curtie~

Reading about your noble father brought back strong memories from the pain of losing my own. When my dad was so sick, I remember my pleadings, attempting to convince God that fathers are supposed to be immortal. Now I know ~ they are!

Your family will surely take comfort and find rest in knowing that JC Lewis made a difference in profound ways ~ and most special, his benevolence, stewardship and generosity were, for him, merely all in a day's work and nothing out of the ordinary.

You & all yours have an incredible legacy, along with an inheritance of integrity and character that lives on in each of you. Count on my prayers thru this season ahead, especially for your mom. Altho grieving is hard work, as each of you embrace it, you'll find comfort from the Holy Spirit that will be transforming. With Keen Care,

susan

Theresa Rahn

August 26, 2005

On behalf of Mrs. David C. Rahn,Sr and the Rahn family, I wish to express our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Lewis family.

Michael Harrell

August 26, 2005

Many years ago Mr. Ford gave our program an awesome opportunity to provide gainful employment to individuals who were blind. We have been so honored to operate the snack bar and vending located inside the J.C. Lewis Ford dealership for over 25 years. On behalf of the licensed blind vendor, Harvey Hodnett and the Georgia Department of Labor's Business Enterprise Program, our most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Mr. Ford. May he rest in eternal peace.

Michael Harrell, BE Counselor, Savannah

GA Business Enterprise Program

Christina Mears

August 26, 2005

To the family of Mr.J.C. Lewis,

My prayers are with you at the hard time.Mr.Lewis was a great man and everyone in Savannah will always remember him and we will miss

him. He made Savannah a better place.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Irv (Bubba) Henderson

August 26, 2005

Nancy Virginia Lewis, I was very sorry to read of your father's death. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Ellen Coburn

August 26, 2005

To the family of Mr. J.C. Lewis: I would like to express my most sincere sympathy to you. I know exactly what you are going through.When I lost my husband last year, I thought my whole world turn upside down, but God has a way of letting you go through the stages of grief and then the realization of what has happened. I know he is watching over all of you and his spirit will be beside you always until God calls you home to be with him. My prayers will be for you to get through the hard time and may God bless you and keep you safe and allow you to get through this ordeal.

Larry Shearouse, Sr

August 24, 2005

Dear Wistar and family,

I was very saddened to learn of Mr

Lewis's passing. He was a great and

honorable man. He will be missed by many. My deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family.

Bro. Kenneth Harrelson

August 24, 2005

To the family of Mr. Lewis

I did not know Mr.Lewis ,but all That I have seen and heard he was a Loving and God fearing Man.I remember when he gave the Sav.Assoc. the center in town,not many people would given that much away.I was looking for a few words to share about how he care and in Romans 12:10-11 says :10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love;in honor preferring one another;11 Not slothful in business;fervent in the spirit; sering the Lord. "May God Bless all of you" Think of all of His Love. The Folks at Central Baptist Church have you in our Prayers.

paris carnahan

August 24, 2005

my thoughts are with you all

paris

Thomas Bailey

August 24, 2005

My sincerest condolences. My thoughts and prays are with you.

CHARLES LEVY

August 24, 2005

NANCY, NAN, WALTER, CHRISTAN, CURTIS AND FAMILY.

IT IS WITH THE UTMOST CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR LOSE OF A LOVING HUSBAND & DEVOTED FARTHER. HE POSSESSED SUCH FINE LEADERSHIP, INTEGRITY AND WISDOM.WHEN HE WAS IN COLUMBUS WE TALKED ABOUT ADVERTISING AND MAZDA, SWAPING IDEAS.JADON AND I HAD SOME WONDERFUL TRIPS WITH THE LEWIS FAMILY.CURTIS WILL BE GREATLY MISSED

Steve Vaughn

August 23, 2005

Deepest sympathy to the Lewis family in the loss of J.C. Lewis Jr.

From the staff of Premier Dealer Transfers LLC

Julie Brown Burroughs

August 23, 2005

Dear Walter and Linda,

I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I remember working on his mayoral campaign many years ago - and how honored I felt to be a part of it. Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Debra Carfrey-South

August 23, 2005

Mr. Lewis never made you feel that he was better than you. Along with his Enormous Heart and Gentle Voice, he will be sadly missed. God Bless His Soul In Heaven.

JAY JAYNES

August 23, 2005

TO THE LEWIS FAMILY;

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU TODAY.

dan cook

August 23, 2005

Dear Walter and all the Lewis Family,

From my family and the Fairway Lincoln Mercury family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

God Bless you all.

Dan Cook

Rob Harrington

August 23, 2005

Christian,

My father just thought the world of your dad. He told me how wonderful your dad was to Aiken Prep and what wonderful things he did for Savannah. In reading all these other entries, I can really get a sense of his enormous impact.

Our school family sends its prayers and wishes you the best during this hard time.

Robert E. Lee and Shirley Morgan

August 23, 2005

To the Lewis family,

We were saddened to learn of Mr. Lewis' death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lauramae Campbell

August 23, 2005

To The Lewis Family

May the Lord our God always comfort you; May the beautiful memories you have of Mr. Lewis as a husband, father, grandfather, always bring joy to your hearts. Please know that the entire of community of Savannah, GA misses Mr. Lewis. He was a kind and generous man. Always remember, Earth has no Sorrow that Heaven cannot Heal!

May God forver Bless You!

Herb O'Keefe

August 23, 2005

My sympathy and prayers are with the family.

I had the honor of working with Curtis during his time as mayor of Savannah. He was an excellent public servant and public citizen. He was the real compassionate conservative. He will be missed by the city of Savannah.

Robert and Gerti LaBean

August 23, 2005

May the Lord bless and comfort the family during this time of loss. Mr. Lewis was a good christian and caring man with thoughts of all people in need. He shared his blessings with many people. The family will be blessed by his being such a great man to his friends and the community.

Charles Taylor

August 23, 2005

My greatest sympathy's go out to the entire Lewis Family.Especially to Walter, Wistar and Scott Lewis who I know quite well. I know you are going through some difficult times, but we all know where your father IS!!!!! HEAVEN!!!!!!!!! CWTIII

Ronnie Callaway Jr

August 23, 2005

The time and concerns you showed me while working for you will never be forgotten. I will always remember the times we spent together talking and especially the Bible you gave me. I will miss your friendship and the wonderful times together. My prayers are God will bless your family in the days ahead.

My deepest sympathy,

Michael Waters

August 23, 2005

Dear Walter and family,

Walter, the first time that I remember meeting your dad was when my dad Frank Waters worked on your fathers AC system some thirty years ago. your father knew that I loved to fish and gave me one of his own fishing rods. My dad had the upmost respect for your dad, and he told me how fine of a man he was. Years later I found that also to be true with you when we started doing business together. God gave you somthing more precious than gold or money, he gave you a father with character, dignity, love, and affection. Savannah is a better place because of your father, and as long as Savannan, Ga is around, your father will always be remembered.

May God bless you and your family.

Michael B. Waters, Sr. and Family

Philip Bettencourt

August 23, 2005

Nancy and family our prayers are with you at this time of sorrow and loss.

Glenn Anderson

August 23, 2005

My sympathy to the Lewis family,

I'll never forget his kindness and generosity as a businessman and community leader.He was very helpful to me during the days @ the Ramada Inn downtown.We will never forget him @ Alee Shrine Center as our former potentate.

May God bless.

Rex Waters

August 22, 2005

Sincere condolences to the Lewis Family. I have fond memories of Curtis, Jr. from the summer of 1935 when I attended a boys camp at Tybee to 1969 during his term as Savannah's mayor when I worked as manager of JC Lewis Tractor Co. It was my pleasure to have been associated with one of the finest men I've ever known. Throughout all the years I knew him, Curtis, Jr. was a person of superior integrity, the highest ethics, and a prince of a man who I'll always remember. God bless and comfort you.

Dot Courington

August 22, 2005

My love and sympathy to Nancy and her family

RAMONE BAKER

August 22, 2005

My deepest sympathy for such a well respected and gifted man.

Employee:The Landings Club

TIM TALLEY

August 22, 2005

In todays complex world, Mr Lewis reaffirms things that are truly important in life.Such as family, hope,joy and optimism.These are the gift that Mr.Lewis gave freely.Because he was a man of vison and passion, my family has been blesse to have known and work for him and the Lewis Family.

Roger Duggar

August 22, 2005

Our deepest sympathy to all of the Lewis family. My Father worked for J.C. Lewis Ford in the body shop for around 30 years. The Community lost a great man and he made a difference in the community to.

Ed Daly

August 22, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Lewis family. I grew up at First Baptist Church and first knew Mr. Lewis when I was about 13. I will never forget the things that he did for me. We will all truly miss this wonderful man.

Clara Walker-Steinbach

August 22, 2005

To the entire Lewis Family, My sincere and heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Mr.Lewis. He and your family have been a part of my family my entire life. My dad known lovingly by you as Shorty Walker,who had respect,care and devotion for Mr.Lewis,which through time I have had the privilege to also experience. My love, care and dedication will remain as solid as my dad's. There will never be any place but the "Ford Place" for my family and no one other than Walter Lewis and whomever he directs us to, like Hughsie. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you through this time. With God's abiding love, Clara Walker and Richard Steinbach and Family

James E. Yates, III

August 22, 2005

To the Lewis Family:

Helen and I want to extend our sympathy and love to Nancy, Curtis III, and all the family in the death of Curtis, Jr. He was truly a good friend to me personally and to the Navy League in Savannah. He helped us many times in entertaining visiting naval ships and crew members. We'll always be grateful for his generosity.

Peggy McGee

August 22, 2005

Dear Nancy and Family

My thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the loss of Curtis. The people of Savannah will never forget his love and generosity to those in need. My prayer for you is that God will give you beautiful memories to fill you hearts in the days ahead.

In Christian Love,

Peggy McGee

Bob Maclaurin

August 22, 2005

Dear Walter and Family,

I knew your father for a long time. I remember caddying for him at the Savannah Golf Club. He always had a very good short game. And he would play that "controlled fade" shot. He always called me Robbie, after my father.

Words cannot adaquately express the feelings of loss for such a wonderful person as your father. But I don't need to tell you that. Instead I hope and pray that your family will be comforted with these words:

Your father is in Heaven right now with Jesus. And we who believe will see him again. May the grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ, be with you, and your family always.

Your brother in Christ,

Camille O'Neill Smith

August 22, 2005

Dear Mrs. Lewis, Curtie and family: It is with great sadness that we learned of Mr. Lewis's death today. I have enjoyed knowing your family while growing up in Savannah as wll as seeing some of the family at our family gatherings. We had some fun times together. Know our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Mr. Lewis will be greatly missed but always remembered in Savannah.

Bob White,Jr

August 22, 2005

My sincere condolences. Curtis was a great Savannahian.

Dottie & Truman Rhodes

August 22, 2005

Our deepest sympathy to all of the Lewis family, and we pray God's blessings on all of you at this time. Mr. Lewis will sorely be missed by the Savannah community because he gave so much to it in his lifetime.

Ronda Eastmead

August 22, 2005

To the Lewis Family,

My first job was working at J.C. Lewis Ford with Hughsie Long. Your father treated me and everyone there as if they were special and part of the Lewis family. He was a true Christian and a friend to all. The Coastal Empire lost a local treasure when Mr. Lewis left us all Saturday. I feel your loss and share in it. May God bless you and keep you.

C. Freddie Johnson

August 22, 2005

Dearest Nancy, Nell and I extend our heart-felt love and sympathy to you and your family at the lost of Curtis. Such a man I've never known before! A devout Christian who found good in everyone he met, he was loved by everyone. I count him as a "best friend" and he was the greatest person I ever knew.

In true Christian love, Freddie & Nell Johnson

Jan Zabarac

August 22, 2005

Michael & I send our condolences. We have many fond memories with the Lewis family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Love, Michael & Jan

Jeanne Seaver

August 22, 2005

The Lewis Family:

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. When I first moved to Savannah, Mr. Lewis was one of the first people I heard about. You have done so much for this community and please know we are forever grateful to all of you.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you doing this difficult time.

Sincerely yours,

Jeanne, Andrew & Olivia Seaver

Carson & Janice Justice

August 22, 2005

Dear Nancy and Family,

Growing up as a child in the First Baptist Church I had Mr Lewis as a teacher and grew up under his guidance. As you all know he was my mentor and gave me a chance in business.I have spoken all over this country and have used him as an example often. Our prayers are with all of you .

Kirk Sherwood

August 22, 2005

I am glad to have had the privilege and honor of working for Mr. Lewis. He was definitely one of the good guys.

Jim and Barbara Anstine, Jr.

August 22, 2005

We send our deepest sympathy at this time of your great personal loss.

Lloyd Hopkins

August 22, 2005

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Lewis. Certainly he was a generous man who had an incredibly positive impact upon our community. However, I most remember my days at Woodberry when he was a trustee. Anytime there was a trustee meeting, he never failed to look me up and inquire how I was doing or if there was anything I might need. Maybe a small thing, but it meant quite a bit to me.

Sheila Salter

August 22, 2005

I heard about Mr. Lewis' death this morning and wanted to send my prayers and sympathy. As a client of WLTZ-TV, I had met all of you in the past and I am very sorry about your loss.

Taffy Douglas

August 22, 2005

My prayers are with the Lewis family. Mr. Lewis will be greatly missed in the community.

Deena Williams Camacho

August 22, 2005

Dear Scott & Family,

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your father was truly a Great man he will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Stephen Glaspie

August 22, 2005

To The Lewis Family, It was great working with Mr. Lewis at the Ford Company. He always treated me with dignity, and always had a smile when he came by and asked how I was doing. That means alot in todays world. He was a great man, and will be truly missed. My prayers are with the family.

Karen Rosen Friedenberg

August 22, 2005

Nancy..brothers and Mrs. Lewis..I am so sad to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

RON & SUSAN WEINER

August 22, 2005

We were sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with the Lewis family.

Ronald S. Weiner, PM

Solomon's Lodge#1

Director Staff - Alee Shriners

Kelley Class

August 22, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at the passing of Mr. Lewis.

Chip and Trisha Reeves

August 22, 2005

We are very sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you are in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ron Bartlett

August 22, 2005

My sincere condolences to the family.

Pierce and Nancy Johnson

August 22, 2005

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the J. C. Lewis family in the loss of your husband and father. My earliest recollection of the generosity of your family to ours goes back to 1947 when my father died. At the time, my sister Shirley was staying with Curtis' mother while attending Armstrong College. Curtis and Nancy, accompanied by his mother and my sister Shirley traveled by auto to Amelia Island where they both comforted our family and greatly assisted my mother with burial arrangements for my father. I last saw Curtis in June 2001 when I visited him at his office. During our chat I told Curtis that since my retirement I had developed an interest in nature and ecology and was working on an advanced degree in biology. Afterwards Curtis made sure that I was introduced to his son Walter who shared similar interests in nature.

Tish (Riley) Pack

August 22, 2005

My deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tish (Riley) Pack

Doug & Willow Phillips

August 22, 2005

May the Lord bless and comfort your family during this time of loss. Mr. Lewis was a wonderful man.

SIMONE WILKES BUTLER

August 22, 2005

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE LEWIS FAMILY.

JaDon Mendenhall

August 22, 2005

My heartfelt sympathy to you and all of your family.

I remember the times Charles and I spent on all of the trips with Mazda around the world with Curtis and Nancy. And then, to also travel with the family on the cruises and places we went with the station from Columbus. These are fond memories that last a lifetime. I remember how although he didn't really like to be away from home he always tried to do what he could to make his family and friends content. Your father was an example of what this world needs more of and that is that he was a giver.

My prayers will be with you during this most difficult time.

Bill&Judy Damron

August 22, 2005

We are so sorry for your loss.It's so hard to give up someone we love.Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Bill & Judy Damron

Christopher Webb

August 22, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Mr. Lewis was one of the greatest men I knew.

Gae Lawson

August 22, 2005

Dear Nancy and Family,

It was with much sorrow that I read of Curtis' passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He gave David such an opportunity and for that I can never forget his kindness.

Leslie Davidson

August 22, 2005

With Heartfelt Deepest Sympathy

Richard Fauteck

August 22, 2005

My prayers and condolences are with you and all the family.

Genie Brazzeal

August 21, 2005

My mom was on Mr. Lewis' team when he ran for mayor. He was a benevolent and giving man.

Thank you JCL for giving to most in need.

Pamela Smith

August 21, 2005

Scott and family: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. I know he has been ill for some time and I know how very close your family is. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. He was a great Christian and is now enjoying his heavenly reward.

Janine and Jim Madison

August 21, 2005

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Lewis family, and to the many hearts touched by

this truly gifted man.

Fred Wagoner

August 21, 2005

I first met Curtis and Nancy in 1970 as they were arranging his office at WJCL. For 30 years it was a pleasure to work at a place were I was treated as family. I got the opportunity to work with everyone in his family, and they all are wonderful people. Please accept my sympathy. My heart goes out to you all. Curtis will be remembered for all the good work he has done.

August 21, 2005

Christian,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jeanne & Guerry Conrade

Birmingham, Alabama

Ed Johnston

August 21, 2005

Please accept my deepest sympathy to the family.... Ed

Pat and Art Gunter

August 21, 2005

We are saddened to hear of the loss to your family.

Mr. Lewis was a great man who touched the lives of many people.

He will be missed.

Eric & Kenley Hall

August 21, 2005

We are so sorry about your loss. We send our love to you and all the family. Eric & Kenley Hall, Sally Price, Pam Pearson and Sarah Carlton Proctor

Paul & Sheryl Williams

August 21, 2005

Add to our sympathies those of the many friends that Curtis made around the world via ham radio.

de K4EE SK

RUTH FINCHER

August 21, 2005

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY

Michael A. Lunsford

August 21, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with the Lewis family. I am vary sad for your loss. Mr. Lewis will be greatly missed.

Linda Inglett

August 21, 2005

Mr. Lewis ,

It was so great to have the opportunity of working for WJCL TV.

You were in and out, but I could all ways feel you treated me as family. You will be missed so much for everything you have done for our great community. My deepest Sympathy goes out for you Wife, sons, and Nancy my dear friend.

I would love to hear from Nancy again since I am back in Savannah Ga .

Linda Clifton Inglett

Dorothy & Stuart Wallace

August 21, 2005

We add our condolences to the many you will receive. We wish we had the pleasure of really knowing this conpassionate, godly man as he will be missed by the whole of Savannah.

Sincerely, Dr. and Mrs, Stuart Wallace

Chaplain Chuck Courtenay Door of Hope Ministry

August 21, 2005

Walter and Lewis family,

I am so very saddened to hear of the passing of Curtis. He was an inspiration to me as well as to many others. The last meeting I had with him was in his office last year. I had stopped by to thank him for his continual support of our nursing home ministry. He made it quite clear that he needed no thank yous or recognition, he was just doing as the Lord intended him to do. He was truly the epitome of love and humility.I will surely miss him.

May God grant the family comfort through this time of sadness.

Teresa & Bill James

August 21, 2005

Please know that caring thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you at this time of deep and very personal sadness.

Sincerely,

John Rabun

August 21, 2005

Dear Nancy and family,

Growing up as a child in Savannah's First Baptist Church, my Dad would always point out Curtis as a Christian businessman. As a father, Deacon, businessman and politician, Curtis was a mentor - always stopping to inquire as to my work and wishing me the best. As now I lead a national charity in child protection, the guidance, spirit, and love of mankind that Curtis embodied ever guides my steps. While ever to be missed, I can only say Godspeed to one of God's most faithful stewards.

With Love,

John B. Rabun, Jr.

VP & COO, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

jack daniels

August 21, 2005

i was deeply saddened to read of curtis'death this morning and offer sincere condolences to nancy, and his entire family. you are all in my prayers at this most difficult time.although i have been away from savannah for some 34 years, i have many fond memories of my youth and early adulthood at tybee and in savannah. among those are most certainly remembrances of my serving as a tybee city councilman during curtis' term as mayor of savannah. i got to know him quite well in those years and had the utmost regard for his integrity and compassion for those less fortunate among our community. he was a "giant" with a quiet, humble manner which was evident to all who passed his way. he will be sorely missed by many friends,and a loving family. may he rest in peace. jack

Don & Anne Wright

August 21, 2005

With Deepest & Heartfelt Sympathy

Jim Trice

August 21, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your great loss. Curtis was a great man and a good friend...one of the most genuine people we have ever known. It was a joy to know him and to be touched by his gracious spirit. Jim and Mavis Trice

Raymond W. Lessard

August 21, 2005

My profound condolences to the Lewis family on the loss of their beloved husband and father. I recall his graciousness to me when I arrived in Savannah in 1973 as the new bishop of the Diocese of Savannah; his friendship over the years has been a precious treasure. May he rest in peace and the may the Lord grant his family every consolation in their moment of grief.

Tommy Smith

August 21, 2005

Good bye my Illustrious brother. I know the Supreme Architect of the Universe will be waiting patiently to welcome you into his paradise. My deepest sympathy to all the Lewis family in this great loss.

betty cummings

August 21, 2005

Mrs. Lewis, I remember when you and Mr. Lewis found me at Johnny Harris and told me to go to the Ogethrope club.Thank you for seeing the best in me!Your hearts will always be together.

Brad Fields

August 21, 2005

We express our deepest sympathy to the Lewis family. Mr.Lewis was such a great contributer to this city. He will be deeply missed in some way by everyone in this city.

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