Jack Medlin Lewis

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Memorial Service
Settlement Baptist Church
10277 Highway 16 East
Shirley, AR  72153
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
10:00 a.m.
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of Shirley, AR

September 14, 1933 - November 9, 2023

Honorable Jack Medlin Lewis, retired Van Buren County (Municipal) District Judge, passed away November 9, 2023 at his home in Shirley, Arkansas. He was born on September 14, 1933 in Pangburn, Arkansas.

He is preceded in death by his parents, C.L. (Linis) and Evelyn (Medlin) Lewis; his sisters, Sammie Pollard of Searcy, Naomi Hooks of Little Rock, Francis Lewis of North Little Rock and a son, Toby Lewis.

Jack's father was in the lumber business, owning planer mills in Pangburn, Morrilton and Shirley. He spent time in each of these communities as a child, graduating from Pangburn High School in 1951. Jack received honorable discharges from the United States Army, the United States Navy and the Arkansas National Guard. After serving in the Army, during the Korean War, he enrolled at Arkansas Teachers College (UCA) in Conway. Jack then transferred to the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree and attended law school. In 1961, Jack passed the Arkansas Bar and opened his first law practice in Searcy. He moved to Clinton in the mid-1960s where he served as the Deputy prosecutor and opened a law practice. He then served as Van Buren County Municipal Judge for over 20 years. Jack supported many community projects and was a member of the Clinton Methodist Church. The Arkansas Supreme Court granted him the status of Attorney Emeritus in appreciation for his over 50 years of dedication and honorable service to the legal profession. Jack received this distinguished award in 2017. He enjoyed playing dominoes, shooting pool, fishing and spending time on his boat.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Sherry (Bradford) Lewis of Shirley; his daughters, Jacqueline C. Lewis of Michigan, Cassandra Lewis of Shirley, Brandi Lewis of South Carolina; a stepson, Karl A. B. Schmidt of Missouri; one sister, Rachel Davis of Bryant; two grandchildren, Hunter Croswell and Madeline Patterson; two-step grandsons, Liam and Karl Schmidt; two great granddaughters, Ellie and Flora Croswell; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

A memorial service will be held in his honor at 10:00 am on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at the Settlement Baptist Church in Shirley. Jack's dear friend, Ester Bass will officiate.

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28 Condolence(s)
Rhonda Kelly
Lincoln, AR
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Sunday, November 26, 2023

My deepest sympathy.
I met Jack once in his law office with his daughter Brandi. He was a very nice man.

Deborah Kerrigan
Shirley, AR
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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

So sorry for your loss, Jack was a well loved person in the community he has been missed by all since his illness.

Teri Eckel
Alexandria, VA
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Sunday, November 19, 2023

Dear Cassie, Brandi, Cheryl and all those who loved your father, I am truly sorry for your loss. Your father was an amazing man and father and I am honored to have known him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I hope you are able to find peace in your loving memories of your father and in knowing he was a man of dignity, love and service. With deep love and condolences, Teri

Rita and Sammy Collums. R
Bee Branch, AR
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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

We are so sorry for loss. We. Spent lots of time over the years spending time with Jack when we were all working. He loved his family dearly

Rita and Sammy Collums. R
Bee Branch, AR
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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

We are so sorry for loss. We. Spent lots of time over the years spending time with Jack when we were all working. He loved his family dearly

Jerry Jones
Mountain View, AR
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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Sorry for your loss!!! Prayers for the family.

Kay Palmer
Hot Springs Village, AR
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Monday, November 13, 2023

Please accept my personal condolences on the passing of Judge Lewis. He was a fine fellow and a great judge. The citizens of Arkansas are indebted to him for his service!

Dixie Lee Carte
Formosa, AR
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Monday, November 13, 2023

I feel sad to hear of Jack's passing. He was a great friend and served this county for many years. My heartfelt sympathy is with Brandi and her sisters and all the family. I know he will be missed but always remembered. I'm grateful I met him in my early years here and could see his great efforts as a family man and a servant of his community over the years. I know he is resting in peace.

Lisa Harness
Jonesboro, AR
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Monday, November 13, 2023

Sending prayers of peace and comfort. Much love.

Natalie Bond
tulsa, OK
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Monday, November 13, 2023

Brandi , I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I know you loved him and he will be deeply and painfully missed. All my love and blessings to bring you some peace Natalie

Debbie whillock
Clinton, AR
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Monday, November 13, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many. He raised some great kids. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Debbie and family

Chelsea Ramsey
Heber Springs, AR
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Monday, November 13, 2023

Sending Love and prayers to Sherry and her family during this time! Stories about Jack will always be my favorite!

Shannon Green
Springdale, AR
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Sunday, November 12, 2023

I am so thankful for the wonderful memories that I have of Grandpa Jack. He always made me feel welcome in his home and family. I have fond memories of making pies, float trips and lake days. I still make his strawberry and chocolate pies several times a year. Sending prayers and love to the family.

Chelsea Ramsey
Heber Springs, AR
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Saturday, November 11, 2023

Sending Love and prayers to Sherry and her family during this time! Stories about Jack will always be my favorite!

Karla smith Elliott
Bee Branch, AR
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Saturday, November 11, 2023

So sorry for your loss, Prayers for the family.

Nancy Fowler
Clinton, AR
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Saturday, November 11, 2023

Our prayers to the family. ??

Michael Smith
Conway, AR
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Saturday, November 11, 2023

So sorry to hear of the passing of such a great servant of the people.
“Life gives to all the choice. You can satisfy yourself with mediocrity if you wish. You can be common, ordinary, dull, colorless, or yyou can channel your life so that it will be clean, vibrant, useful, progressive, colorful, and rich.

Spencer W. Kimball”

He was not mediocre -Thank you for your service.

Aalesha Ridings Cartner
Clinton, AR
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Friday, November 10, 2023

Sending a big prayer and hug to the family.

Tara Morgan
Shirley, AR
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Friday, November 10, 2023

Sherry,
Marcus & I are so very sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and the family during this heartbreaking time. I know he will be remembered and missed in the days to come.

Teresa Blunt
Tucson, AZ
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Friday, November 10, 2023

To Cheryl and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss.

Love Teresa

Tonya Taylor
Gas City, IN
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Friday, November 10, 2023

So sorry for your loss . Prayers for your family.

Robin Johnson
Clinton, AR
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Thursday, November 9, 2023

I’m so sorry for your loss! You and your family have my prayers and sincere condolences

Del Simmons
Conway, AR
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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Our family loved Jack very much. He was a good man and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time. May you rest in peace, Jack! ????

Dorie Perry
Greers Ferry, AR
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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Prayers for all the family. So sorry for the lost of a great man who was so well cherished!!

Linda Rhoda
Clinton, AR
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Thursday, November 9, 2023

So sorry to hear about the passing of Jack. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.

Sallie and Toney Parish
Clinton, AR
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Thursday, November 9, 2023

We are so sorry for the loss of husband, father and Grandfather Jack Lewis! We pray God gives you peace!

Laura Grimes
Clinton Ar, AR
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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Sherry & Family, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Jack. My prayers are with you all.

Aalesha Ridings Cartner
Clinton, AR
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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Sending a big prayer and hug to the family.