Jerry Craig Lewis of McKinney, Texas passed away July 9, 2022 at the age of 75 in Dallas, Texas. He was born on October 9, 1946 to Sam B. Lewis and Oresa (Jones) Lewis in Dallas, Texas. In 1965, Jerry graduated from Monahans High School in Monahans, Texas, where he excelled at football, track, played coronet and trumpet in the band, and made some dear, life-long friends.
He worked in the oil fields of West Texas to support his way through West Texas State University in Canyon, Texas. Before graduating with a degree in business from West Texas State, he served as Commander of the ROTC unit, Chief Justice of the Student Supreme Court, and Secretary of his fraternity. After graduating from The University of Texas School of Law in Austin, Texas in 1973, Jerry proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, Judge Advocate General Corp.
He worked for the Collin County District Attorney’s office, rising to First Assistant District Attorney and Head Prosecutor. In 1985, Jerry became Judge of County Court at Law 2, and retired from the bench in 2006. Jerry helped give rise to the McKinney Soccer Association, served as President for several years, and contributed to the efforts to start the soccer program at McKinney High School.
He was a member of First Baptist Church in McKinney, Texas. Jerry is an Eagle Scout, and he proudly and tirelessly served as Scoutmaster of Troop 303 in McKinney, Texas. He was nominated and presented the Silver Beaver award from Circle 10 Council, the highest award an adult can achieve in scouting.
Jerry is survived by his son, David Lewis and wife, Anne of Bradenton, Florida, his niece, Karen Miller and husband, Mike of Granbury, Texas, and niece Wanda Cox of Granbury, Texas.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Oresa Lewis and his brother, Sam Lewis.
A funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 15, 2022 at First United Methodist Church, 315 North Church Street, McKinney, Texas 75069. Following the service, the family receive friends and guests for a brief reception at the church.
The family will receive family and friends during a visitation on Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Turrentine-Morrow Funeral Home Chapel, 2525 Central Expressway North, Allen, Texas 75013.
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Mike Pope
I'll sure miss him and his smile. I sure would like to be more like him when I grow up.Linda Anderson (Armstrong)
Jerry was always so friendly and smiling every time you saw him. I'm sorry I missed seeing him at the last reunion. Linda Anderson Armstrong
Keith Coleman
Judge Jerry you will be missed .Rest in peace my friend.
Lynda Estes
I am sure the passing of Jerry Lewis will leave a hole in the hearts of family and friends.. My memory of him features a big smile and a large dose of kindness. My condolences to those who loved him.
Binnie Relaford (Costantino)
How blessed were those of us at the last reunion to see our Jerry for the last time. He was the definition of strength and courage to make that trip to Abilene. His optimism and cheerful outlook on life lifted us all. Bless his sweet soul, may his family find comfort in knowing how much he meant to his friends and classmates.
Janet Reed (Marler)
I'm so saddened to hear this. How fortunate we were to have seen him and visited with him at the reunion. He was a real trooper to have made that trip. Little do we all know from day to day. Mine and Clyde's condolences go out to his family. He was a good guy!
Anne Loftin (Ball)
Condolences to Jerry's family and many friends. He lived a life full of service to others and raised a wonderful son. I know your heart is heavy now, and I am sad for your great loss.
Beverly Rowin (Hartman)
Jerry was definitely one of a kind, he will be greatly missed. He loved his Class of 1965, I think Sue said he never missed a class reunion and somehow he made our 57th, we were ALL shocked to see him, he told us he could stay home and be sick, or, he could come see his class mates and be sick.
Douglas Box
I attended Jerry's service yesterday. It was very heartwarming to the see and hear from the
community, the impact that Jerry's life had on the people he knew here in McKinney. I met
his son, David, at the visitation Thursday evening. I could immediately see Jerry in him with
some of his mannerisms. I know Jerry was proud of his son, David's strength and character
at this time in his life was admirable. David and I talked quite a bit about the time Jerry and I
were friends in Monahans, band, Boy Scouts, visiting at each other's home. Even though I
did not graduate with the 65 Loboes, David was thankful I came. Jerry was my friend from
Monahans, I am glad I was able to say good bye and meet his son and wife. Jerry, you ran a
good race, now rest.
Ann Willmon (Rogers)
Thanks for sharing with us Douglas about Jerry's service. You may not have graduated with us but you are still a part of the class of 65. Hopefully you will try to make our next reunion