Words cannot express how deeply I feel for you and your family. Lewis was a wonderful person and a great friend! I met Lewis at Waffle House and he was always smiling and making jokes until he couldn’t stop himself. I’m 4’8 and when we first met he had nothing but short jokes for the whole shift we worked together. At first I wasn’t ok with it but after getting to know him he was totally fine and loved to laugh and make sure people felt apart of the team and appreciated. I was in  training as a manager in training and he always took the time to answer my questions and concerns and sometimes he told me — “it’s fine. I’m fine. Everything is fine.” I use this saying as a manager and person today when their chaos at work and I say it aloud and laugh about it and face the problem hard on. Lewis was such a delight to work with and such an amazing person. I will miss him dearly and I’m glad he is in heaven and no longer in pain. 

I met Lewis in 2015 when I started working at Bar Louie. In fact, he was in my initial interview and we ended up talking about the Browns due to me being a native Ohioan. Despite my Bears fandom, we connected through the troubled history (to say  the least) of our favorite football teams! We had a ton of conversations over the next year or so and I remember Lewis being very excited when he announced his departure from Bar Louie. Although I was sad to see him go, I was happy for him in his next chapter. I always felt extremely honored when Lewis and Michele would visit and request me to be their server.

One thing I remember specifically that I still think about: he said "texted" is not a word, we send text messages or text. Well, maybe Merriam-Webster eventually caved in, but I still think it is stupid too, Lewis.

Take care, my friend.

Talk about the epitome of a good person. Lewis was sweet and kind, and an amazing husband, son, uncle, and friend. 
He’s left way too soon.. but his smile and his laughter.. will never be forgotten. He was a beautiful soul who lit up every room. 
He’s driving a Jeep in heaven, and hiking in some glorious places. 
Prayers and thoughts of comfort for all his loved ones at this time. 
He is missed.. until we all meet again!! Fly high.. and it will all be fine. 

Words fail me at this time but to say Lewis was one of a kind is an understatement.  The ones we love are really never gone from our hearts. Until we meet again Lewis Jumpeater we will forever hold your goodness and one of a kind energy in our hearts. 
With love, 
Kristin and Jeff Hooper

I met Lewis in my college days, he became my manager at Bar Louie & quickly became one of my favorite managers to date. He felt like family.  Michele always came in & we all had such a great time together. The 2 of them made work so much more fun in a time where my life felt really hard. I’ll never forget Lewis’s ability to make us all laugh & forget about the stress of school. That was almost 8 years ago & he still has such a profound impact on my life. Rest in peace friend. 

-Emily Charles 

My very first friend in Nashville!  So many laughs, smiles and stories.  Our Thursday nights were epic.!  Every time we were together it was an adventure!   I'll miss my brother so much!  Love you Lewis!

Lewis was one of the most genuinely kind and friendly people with which God graced this earth. He was always smiling and welcoming, making everyone he met feel like true friends and family. We loved seeing the Facebook posts of his and Michelle’s adventures. There was such love and joy on his face! Lewis will truly be missed. 

My fondest memory will always be when you were showing me how to make a proper waffle that we forgot about. Thank you for teaching me how to be better in management as well as being a better person. I'll always remember coming in on our day off to make a Waffle House video for the company and creating a mess together and having fun with it. 

You'll be forever missed greatly. Until we meet again. 

My Chip helped me so much!!! You were a great man and will forever be in my heart as a great friend! I love you and you will be missed so much!!!

Meet lewis at waffle House. Where he was the manager,he was a great guy ,thoughts & prayers for his wife and family during this time

Lewis was a dear friend of mine when we were in high school. We lost touch after graduation, but would run into each other from time to time, and he was always a bright light, radiating kindness and humor. He was a good one. I am holding his family and friends in my thoughts. Rest in peace, Lewis. 

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Lewis David Jumpeter

December 20, 1973 – September 3, 2023

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