Jeffrey Alan Lewis entered into eternal rest on Sept. 1, 2017 at Valley Regional Hospital after a brief illness with his loving family at his side. Jeff was born in Brownsville on May 5, 1962 and attended St. Mary’s Catholic School, graduated from St. Joseph Academy and went on to pursue his passion for coaching at Stephen F. Austin University and University of Brownsville Texas Southmost College. “Coach Lewisâ€, as he was known by all, coached at public and private Brownsville schools. His career transitioned in real estate being affiliated with Cardenas Development, Keller Williams, and Icon Reality.
He is preceded in death by his father Stephen W Lewis in 2015. Left to cherish his memory is his daughter Alina Christina Lewis, stepdaughter Amanda Valdez, mother Ellen Lewis Snodgrass, brother Steve Lewis, sister Cary Lewis Acevedo, and extended family Sammy Snodgrass, Christi Snodgrass, and Jack Snodgrass. Celebration of Life service will be at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home on Monday Sept 4 at 2PM. Honorary Pallbearers will be Rick Cardenas, Rene Cardenas, Les Gloor, Dr. Karen Brooks, along with his “Brothers†from the Charro Days Beard Posse- Wesley Reed, Joe Kenney, Leo Trevino, Raul de la Llata, Mike Pashos, Rusty Harwood, Doroteo Garcia, Pancho Parker, Narciso Cortez, Johnny Champion, Joe Lee Rubio, Tiny Barrientes, Bean Ayala, Craig Grove, Lloyd Young, Will Putegnat, Danny Loff, Bobby Walker, Javier Garcia, and Mike Garcia.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Liver Foundation or to an organization of your choice. A private family burial will be held prior to service. Services are under the guidance of Sunset Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory. 657 Springmart Blvd., Brownsville, TX. (956) 350-8485
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My deepest condolences and prayers to the Lewis family. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time.
— Esther A. Siller (friend and schoolmate since childhood)
We have known each other since childhood, and you were taken way too soon. May God grant peace and comfort to all! My deepest condolences.
My heart and love goes out to the Lewis Family! I hold very fond memories of wonderful times with Jeff! He is a good soul and will truly be missed! God Bless the Lewis Family! All my Love, Ruth Gloor Jamail
My heart goes out to Jeff’s family and to dear Ellen. May God grant his healing calm on all your lives in the coming months. My prayers are joined with hundreds of others who love you. Roberta
My dear sweet friend, Ellen, and family,
We sent our thoughts, prayers, and hugs to you all. I would be right there to give you all hugs; but still in Michigan. I will say extra prayers for you all on Sept.4th. Son Jeff; Brother Jeff; Father Jeff; Friend Jeff; and Coach Jeff is resting peaceful now. He will be missed by many.
Bobby and Teddy
He was a wonderful and loving individual that will be missed.
My sympathy goes out to family and friends. Jeff was a very joyful person with a way of making those around him laugh and smile. From St Mary’s through years at St Joe, there are many fond memories of him.
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family. Ellen we were fortunate to meet your wonderful son. He had your kindness and love for others. We will not be there for you but will celebrate his life with you and Sammy when we are down in November.
God bless all of you.
Shirley and Selly Robinson
Ellen, I am so sorry for your horrible loss. I cannot think of anything worse than losing a child. Know my prayers are with you and your family.
There are no words.
Love,
Shirley Maxwell Green
I am so very sorry for your loss.
May your Soul be blessed by our father GOD and live eternally happy and joyfully in Heaven in the name of Jesus Christ we Pray, AMEN.
Our Deepest condolences to the entire family and “Coach” we will always remember your kindness,and great friendship to all of us you will always be missed but never shall we ever forget you ,thank you for your greatness in everything you did for everyone, sincerely
The Treviño family.
Ellen, Sammy and family, my prayers are with you all.
Ellen,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Russell does not handle going to many places any more, so we will be unable to attend the service. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family at this time.
Love,
Russell & Cheryl Owen
Love you Coach
Had great times and memories growing up with Jeff and his brother Steve in our neighborhood. He will be missed.
I’ll miss you Jeff. Rest In Peace and may your memory be a blessing
Suzy Gelfer Beck
Judy(Velten) & I, along with Jennifer & Chuck are very sorry for your loss. Know that Jeffrey is now in a better place and free of all pain. May God bless the family that remains.
Thinking of you all and sending prayers for Jeff and his family.
Love and hugs – Charla, Fred & Glen
Jeff you were a great college roommate, a awesome BBQer and you were so much fun! Give Jesus a hug for me. God bless your family and friends.
Jeff, “Coach”, it was always so good seeing you around town. I’ll never forget when you coached my son’s first baseball team in tea ball.(The Braves) My son John Matthew is now 13 years of age.
May God’s peace and blessing be with your family. . .
I look forward to seeing you around walking on streets of gold.
May your rest be peaceful and comforting in the arms of our Lord. God bless you brother.
David Abrego
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