Erwin Lewis, of Hamilton, NJ passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2022. He was 98.
Born in Brooklyn, NY, he attended the City University of New York. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Army as a communication wire technician. Erwin was a sales representative in the toy business for 40 years, working with Pioneer Balloons and children’s books.
He was active at the Plainview Jewish Center in Long Island, NY where he served as president. He was a member of B’nai Tikvah Congregation in North Brunswick, NJ.
Erwin lived a very active life, playing tennis, bridge and skiing into his 80’s. A consummate salesman, he could talk to anyone and was well-loved as the life of the party. He practically invented the 30-second elevator conversation. He loved travel and visiting New York City, China, all over the US and Europe, anywhere. He also loved a good meal and visiting family.
Husband of the late Sylvia Aronsky, he is survived by a daughter Faith (Bruce) Bowers, a daughter Meryl Reis (William Spitz), a son Monte (Kathleen) Lewis, and five grandchildren: Emma, Drew, Daniel, Ethan and Rebecca. He lived his last years with his loving companion Natasha Rosenbaum.
Funeral services are 11:15 am on Wednesday, April 13 at Shir Ami, 101 Richboro Road, Newtown, PA. Burial with military honors will follow at Baron Hirsch Cemetery in Staten Island, NY.
Shiva will be Wednesday, April 13 and Thursday, April 14 at 7:30 pm at the home of Meryl Reis & Bill Spitz.
Memorial contributions may be made to Shir Ami (shirami.org) or Hadassah (Hadassah.org).
Erwin was one of those special people in whose company you wanted to be. He always had a big smile to offer, and a warm, calm demeanor. Erwin was a true Mensch. It was an honor to attend his funeral and learn more about this wonderful man from his lovely family.