He was a greay person to now

Lew was always on the quiet side, an even plateau as He sailed through

life. Even with the woes of life, He had this God given plateau to be defined

as Websters would indicate; an area of relatively level high ground.

One evening at His apartment in Muscatine, we visited and drank coffee.

And like a choir of angels began to sing ( respectful to Lew's world, not too loud.) He began to speak of His time at college, His favorite books and

quotes. The choir began to beam with light and joy and He pulled out

a scrap book. Pictures of an exwife whom He quietly applauded with soft

words. Then pictures of His daughter and wedding. Then the grand finale of the evening, a letter from His daughter, He read as a poet with an audience.

I left that evening fulfilled, quietly weeping as I headed home. The Love

he expressed, the unconditional love, even though life was a uphill climb

and He lived as a single man..the love just shined. Following that evening

Lew would call on a regular basis and I was always blessed to hear,'I just

talked to my daughter' ..........he was just so happy and content.

Now that I am divorced what I learned from Lew and carry with me

is unconditional love..even if its from a distance or from a mountain top.

1 Corinthians Chapter 13

I met Lew 18 years ago at CDS in Wilton Iowa. He had a quiet

demeanor and sense of humor. He possessed a very deep sense

of life. We always seemed to stay in touch, crossing paths in

Muscatine or Iowa City. We regained our relationship in 2006

at Calvary Church in Muscatine Ia. My life was at a crossroads and

Im glad Lew was there. Our conversations consisted of the brass

tacks of life, guided by Lew's quiet demeanor which was His stance

in life and in the shadow of the valley.

I met Lew a couple of years ago while living in Iowa City, simply walking down the same street one night. We kept in touch, and I met him often in the city. When I moved away, we still kept in touch through phone. Lew talked often of his daughter and his granddaughter, whom he loved more than anything.

Lew was in declining health from the day I met him, and in recent weeks, I suspected the end was near. Lew often spoke of his parents, and how he missed them. Lew, buddy, I hope you're with them now. I love you, man.

Lew and I met as dorm room mates at Simpson College in 1974. We both lived in Iowa City after college, so I worked with Lew on legal issues, and Lew would stop in or call from time to time to talk about what was going on in his life. Lew worked hard to keep a positive view of things despite all the obstacles. He was always very proud of his family. I will miss him.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lew was a great guy I always enjoyed hos company. He will be misse d by many

My grandchildren, Abriella and Clara & I went to see Lew on Saturday at the U of I Hospital and he was in good spirits. We all loved Lew very much and we are sending our condolences to the family.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Lew was a wonderful person.

To Susan and Tim, and the rest of Lew's family.....

Sherry and I were saddened to learn of Lew's passing. He was a great friend and roommate to me during our time together at Simpson College. Although time and distance have separated us since then, we have thought of Lew frequently and will always hold fond memories of him.

Ken & Sherry (Johnson) Cunningham

Long time since seeing each other. I have known Lew since the 80's. I worked with him for a few years. Sorry to see he passed. Always a very nice person.

You will be missed cousin. I'm so sorry I could not talk with you before you passed.

Lew will be missed. Fond memories of our youth.

Lew would come and help me at the Coralville United Methodist Church when we needed extra work. He talked fondly of his daughter and grandkids. lew tried to help the best he was able. It was my pleasure to have crossed paths with Lew. My prayers go out to Lew's family.

When I was in West Liberty, Lew and I became good friends. Sorry to say I lost track of him...but I remember him so fondly. I especially send my greetings to his sisters, whom I also remember. After my first husband died, and I needed to travel to Atlanta to attend school. Lew came to my house and stayed so my teenage sons weren't alone in the house. They and our basset hound loved having Lew there.

Thoughts and prayers to Lew"s family. Lots of memories of high school years with Lew. Fun times

Condolences to Lew's family. I have many fond memories of good times with Lew.

Lew was very trusting, would if he could. Sorry for your loss. He talked of his family.

Please accept my sincere condolences following Lew's death. I knew the Watkins family when they lived in Belmond, in north-central Iowa, where Lew spent much of his youth. I have many good memories of those years, and extend my deepest sympathy.

I was so sorry to learn of Lew's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. I have fond memories of Tim. I hope his sweet soul is at peace now.

Most sincerely,

Beth Merry and family