D.P. Lewis, BOSN, CWO4.  I fist knew him as the Captain of the USCGC Nantucket Lightship  WLV 612, when I reported aboard in 1985.    When you reported aboard the Lightship he was an incredible leader.  A figure that just reeked Coast Guard, sailor.    His inspiration and aura was indescribable.   His mere presence resonated the USCG.  His leadership was incredible.   He left an undull able impression on my Coast Guard career.  I later served  with him and ended up being the Yeoman that discharged him.  I remember the day he arrived at the Personal Reporting Unit.  I greeted him and clearly remember saying to him "coffee Captain" .  Other Yeoman said to me you know he is a W4.  I said NO.. HE IS THE CAPTAIN OF THE LIGHTSHIP AND THERE IS NO MORE LIKE HIM OR WILL THERE EVER BE.   I remember how he could draw ships on a napkin or a scratch piece of paper like it was Rembrandt.   I am writing this Condolence 3 years after learning of the Captain Lewis' passing,  I feel such remorse and sadness.  I am now an old man 60 years of age.  In saying that Captain Lewis played a great part of my CG career.  HE IS A COAST GUARD LEGDEND.    I can see his smiling face on the Nantucket Lightship the day I reported and the day I departed.  What a sailor.    Thank you Captain Dana Paul Lewis, BOSN, CWO4, USCGC Lightship Nantucket 1 WLV 612.  With the fondest memories ever Rapoza, YEOMAN, Retired, USCG.   I hope to serve with you again CAPTAIN.   

I will never forget the many hours of laughter in the chief's mess on the CGC Chase caused by Dana. It could be the most miserable patrol but he would always have something to say or an event that would keep you in stitches. Unfortunately that was the only cutter he and I were on together. Well I know he is keeping God laughing now.
          respectfully,      Gordie Hull,   MKCS  USCG RET. 

We will miss Uncle Dana and still fondly remember him as a giant teddy- bear. We had the pleasure to have him visit us in Florida not long ago and feel fortunate to have spent time with him. We loved him so much and will miss him dearly. 
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Fair Winds Uncle Dana. 

My heart is very heavy today with the loss of Dana. Him and his family have shared this block with me for almost fifty years. The  Lewis family is one of the nicest families I've ever known.

Being single, Dana was always there for me if I ever needed anything.  One night I came home from work and had locked myself out of the house.  I called Dana and he came down in three feet of snow to let me in. When I needed my screen door fixed, it was Dana to the rescue.  And it wasn't just me, it was anybody. He was always ready to step in with a helping hand.

I will miss that silver truck driving down the road.  If I was out working in the yard, Dana would be coming down the street and always stop to say hello and chat for a minute. I will miss that smile and that East Coast chat.

My heart goes out to Sue and their family. I know they will support and love each other like they always have. Dana will be proud of them.

I will miss seeing Dana out in the yard, always working.  Pulling up bushes, fixing the boys bikes, washing the cars, always busy.  One day I said ,"Dana, you need to quit working so hard".  But I don't think he knew how.

To Sue and the family, thank you for sharing Dana with us.  I pray The Lord will give your family the strength you need to get through these troubling times and if you ever need anything , please know you can always count on me. This block will never be the same without him and he will be greatly missed,

So sorry to have just learned of Dana's passing. We grew up together in Nahant, MA and not only were next door neighbors as kids, but also our Dads both were instrumental in starting S.E.S. (Sea Explorers Ship) #91 "Polaris", which I'm sure led to what became Dana's outstanding career in the U.S. Coast Guard.  My son Andrew had the great fortune of running into Dana when he went up to Seattle a couple of years ago, in order to study for and obtain his Merchant Maritime Mate's license. Always a great story teller, Dana regailed Andrew with tales from our misspent youth.                                                                                                             
My sincere condolences to Dana's family, friends and legion of former students whose lives were made all the richer for having known him.                                                                                                         
Smooth sailing and steady winds, Dana. 

With his Boston brogue and charismatic presence, Dana could draw people close to him. His head and heart were filled with sea stories from his long USCG career, and his unrivaled ability to communicate them was something to behold. Captain Dana Lewis was an uncut gem of a man who had sailed all the world's seas. He was quick with a laugh and had a kind soul, he will be missed. He has passed Tennyson's bar and all the world is poorer for it. My sincere condolences to the family during this difficult time.

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Dana Paul Lewis

19 noviembre, 1947 – 24 marzo, 2020

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