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We asked readers to submit their personal memories of John Lewis. The congressman and civil right hero passed away on Friday at the age of 80. For continuous coverage and updates, visit https://bit.ly/2OHiLbk , for a look at readers' stories, continue below.
“My wife & I met Congressman Lewis & told him that we greatly appreciate his work in D.C. He assured us that he will continue fighting the injustice. Meeting John was a humbling experience we will never forget. His presence radiated an air of calmness & peace.” Armin Baur
“In 2016, I was fortunate enough to be on the same flight with Rep. John Lewis. I remember running to get off the plane to catch a moment with him. Of course, I wasn’t the only one. Rep. Lewis had no problem talking with each of us who wanted to meet him." Carmen Ashley
“My path crossed with Congressman Lewis in January 2019 and he was kind enough to converse with me for a few moments and take this photo. He was a great man with a life well lived and I was so honored to be in his presence." Wendell Crittenden
Congressman Lewis was at the @Ctr4CHR to receive an award. We had a few quiet minutes together before the ceremony. He treated everyone with so much grace and dignity. We have to say goodbye one of the best people we’ve ever been blessed with.” Beth Haynes
“On a trip home to ATL with my friends & godchildren, we ran into the Congressman at Macy’s. He asked the kids to help him pick a tie. After he learned that they actually lived in MD, he invited them to come help him cast some of his votes on the floor of the House.” Jamie Gray
“I remember being so nervous asking for this picture, but he was very gracious. Both of us tired after a long day, coming to ATL from DC. I truly appreciate what he & many others accomplished/started towards civil rights.” – Kathryn Bryant
“Here’s a pic from the Peachtree Road Race finish line in 2012.” Amber Efé
My husband and I were canvassing for Pete Buttigieg at the Decatur Book Festival last Labor Day and he came up to us and said, “Thank you for being here and keep up the good work!” Robyn Jackson
“I took a trip to DC and hung around his office hoping to catch a glimpse of Mr. Lewis. His intern actually allowed myself & a coworker stay for a few minutes, and to our surprise, he walked in! He spent about an hour with us and told stories that kept us in awe.” Mitzi Williams
"I was looking for Mr. Lewis prior to a Jon Ossoff rally I was helping organize. In the back of the venue a man tapped me on my shoulder and said, 'Who are you looking for?' and it was Rep. Lewis! He shook my hand and I walked him to the green room." Anna Rains
"We were just walking along at Atlantic Station, and there he was!! I was so honored to see him with my daughter, who was five at the time. He will be greatly missed." Kimberly Vernon
"Remembering that time I danced with John Lewis in a T-Rex costume at Juneteenth in Marietta." Tamara Stevens
