May 2023 ~ A completely inscribed headstone photo is pending and will be taken and posted by me to both my parents memorials.
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BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH
Lewis was one of five children born to Anna and Byron. He grew up in Idaho after the family moved there from Wyoming when he was about 5-years of age. After the death of Anna, the family relocated to the San Francisco Bay Area. Upon returning home from the war, Lewis embraced his entrepreneurial spirit and became proprietor of a hot dog stand, and along with his father, operated Post's Furniture Store on Market Avenue in Richmond. It was at this time while attending the young adult group at First Christian Church that he met LaWanda and the two were married on June 26, 1948. Together their union of 59 years produced four children. In the early years, Lewis supported the family as an insurance agent, and eventually retired after 25+ years of employment as an operator at the Standard Oil Refinery.
Fondly known as "Lew" to his friends, he greeted everyone with a friendly pat on the back and a cheerful grin. He never met a stranger and was able to strike up conversation with all who crossed his path. Lew was a man of varied interests and could hold his own on most any subject. Never one to pass up an opportunity to become involved in a good debate, Lew was always on the lookout for sparring partners to take on. He loved stirring the waters and playing the part of devil's advocate. Though Lew never attended college, he was a self-taught lifelong scholar. A naturalist at heart, he loved nature and felt the best place to discover the true attributes of God was in nature. Lewis also had an intense passion for geology, mining, and the earth sciences. We often teased that we could just picture him as an explorer or gold prospector with a pack-mule in tow had he not chosen a more traditional path in life. He was known to be tenaciously patient (stubborn) when it came to pursuing whatever interested him.
We often suggested that Lew was born 100 years too late, as he seemed to belong to days gone by rather than the present time. Antiquities of all sorts held a particular fascination for him. Lew had the ability to entertain himself for hours on end, whether it was studying the smallest details of an object that interested him, or pouring over books of all genres. Once all information had been gleaned from the process, he then loved sharing what he'd learn with anyone who would listen.
Above all, Lew was a man of integrity and honor and lived by an unwavering strict personal code of conduct. Before appearing each morning, he made sure he was shaved, well groomed, and fully dressed -- including shoes. He was a "proper" soul and the epitome of a good and loyal man. Never one to pass judgement on others, Lew personally found coarseness and crudity in all forms to be distasteful to his sensibilities. It's rare to find someone who never had a drop of liquor, never smoked, swore, or gossiped. Lew LIVED the "Golden Rule," refusing to speak ill of another, but always pointing out their redeeming qualities instead. He was fiercely loyal and had an incredible work ethic. In all his years of employment, Lew missed work only twice. Once when he was bedridden with the "Hong Kong Flu" in the 1960's and the other time for his eldest daughter's high school graduation. Lew always led by example rather than lecturing or imposing his standards on others. His disarming and accepting nature never made one uncomfortable for having a value system that differed from his own. This unique quality endeared him to others because people found it so rare and refreshing. As outgoing and interesting as he was, Lew was a very private man and remained somewhat of a mystery even to his family.
As a loving father and grandfather, Lew enjoyed giving "whisker rubs" and was always up for a board game or hand of cards, and he held the unchallenged title of Monopoly champ within the family. He had a healthy competitive nature and was a great sport, especially as his children never missed an opportunity to tease him about one thing or another -- always in good natured fun! Lew was a 49'er fan and sports enthusiast, enjoying ANY event covered on TV. Among his pastime pursuits, over the years Lew participated in several bowling leagues, pitched a mean game of horseshoes, loved shooting a good game of pool, fished, and enjoyed collecting rocks, bottles, stamps, coins, Native American artifacts, African masks...and anything else for that matter. His interests were eclectic and eccentric.
After a year long battle with cancer, Lewis F. Post passed peacefully at home with his wife and son at his bedside. Lewis was 86-years old.
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BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH
Lewis was one of five children born to Anna and Byron. He grew up in Idaho after the family moved there from Wyoming when he was about 5-years of age. After the death of Anna, the family relocated to the San Francisco Bay Area. Upon returning home from the war, Lewis embraced his entrepreneurial spirit and became proprietor of a hot dog stand, and along with his father, operated Post's Furniture Store on Market Avenue in Richmond. It was at this time while attending the young adult group at First Christian Church that he met LaWanda and the two were married on June 26, 1948. Together their union of 59 years produced four children. In the early years, Lewis supported the family as an insurance agent, and eventually retired after 25+ years of employment as an operator at the Standard Oil Refinery.
Fondly known as "Lew" to his friends, he greeted everyone with a friendly pat on the back and a cheerful grin. He never met a stranger and was able to strike up conversation with all who crossed his path. Lew was a man of varied interests and could hold his own on most any subject. Never one to pass up an opportunity to become involved in a good debate, Lew was always on the lookout for sparring partners to take on. He loved stirring the waters and playing the part of devil's advocate. Though Lew never attended college, he was a self-taught lifelong scholar. A naturalist at heart, he loved nature and felt the best place to discover the true attributes of God was in nature. Lewis also had an intense passion for geology, mining, and the earth sciences. We often teased that we could just picture him as an explorer or gold prospector with a pack-mule in tow had he not chosen a more traditional path in life. He was known to be tenaciously patient (stubborn) when it came to pursuing whatever interested him.
We often suggested that Lew was born 100 years too late, as he seemed to belong to days gone by rather than the present time. Antiquities of all sorts held a particular fascination for him. Lew had the ability to entertain himself for hours on end, whether it was studying the smallest details of an object that interested him, or pouring over books of all genres. Once all information had been gleaned from the process, he then loved sharing what he'd learn with anyone who would listen.
Above all, Lew was a man of integrity and honor and lived by an unwavering strict personal code of conduct. Before appearing each morning, he made sure he was shaved, well groomed, and fully dressed -- including shoes. He was a "proper" soul and the epitome of a good and loyal man. Never one to pass judgement on others, Lew personally found coarseness and crudity in all forms to be distasteful to his sensibilities. It's rare to find someone who never had a drop of liquor, never smoked, swore, or gossiped. Lew LIVED the "Golden Rule," refusing to speak ill of another, but always pointing out their redeeming qualities instead. He was fiercely loyal and had an incredible work ethic. In all his years of employment, Lew missed work only twice. Once when he was bedridden with the "Hong Kong Flu" in the 1960's and the other time for his eldest daughter's high school graduation. Lew always led by example rather than lecturing or imposing his standards on others. His disarming and accepting nature never made one uncomfortable for having a value system that differed from his own. This unique quality endeared him to others because people found it so rare and refreshing. As outgoing and interesting as he was, Lew was a very private man and remained somewhat of a mystery even to his family.
As a loving father and grandfather, Lew enjoyed giving "whisker rubs" and was always up for a board game or hand of cards, and he held the unchallenged title of Monopoly champ within the family. He had a healthy competitive nature and was a great sport, especially as his children never missed an opportunity to tease him about one thing or another -- always in good natured fun! Lew was a 49'er fan and sports enthusiast, enjoying ANY event covered on TV. Among his pastime pursuits, over the years Lew participated in several bowling leagues, pitched a mean game of horseshoes, loved shooting a good game of pool, fished, and enjoyed collecting rocks, bottles, stamps, coins, Native American artifacts, African masks...and anything else for that matter. His interests were eclectic and eccentric.
After a year long battle with cancer, Lewis F. Post passed peacefully at home with his wife and son at his bedside. Lewis was 86-years old.
May 2023 ~ A completely inscribed headstone photo is pending and will be taken and posted by me to both my parents memorials.
_________________________
BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH
Lewis was one of five children born to Anna and Byron. He grew up in Idaho after the family moved there from Wyoming when he was about 5-years of age. After the death of Anna, the family relocated to the San Francisco Bay Area. Upon returning home from the war, Lewis embraced his entrepreneurial spirit and became proprietor of a hot dog stand, and along with his father, operated Post's Furniture Store on Market Avenue in Richmond. It was at this time while attending the young adult group at First Christian Church that he met LaWanda and the two were married on June 26, 1948. Together their union of 59 years produced four children. In the early years, Lewis supported the family as an insurance agent, and eventually retired after 25+ years of employment as an operator at the Standard Oil Refinery.
Fondly known as "Lew" to his friends, he greeted everyone with a friendly pat on the back and a cheerful grin. He never met a stranger and was able to strike up conversation with all who crossed his path. Lew was a man of varied interests and could hold his own on most any subject. Never one to pass up an opportunity to become involved in a good debate, Lew was always on the lookout for sparring partners to take on. He loved stirring the waters and playing the part of devil's advocate. Though Lew never attended college, he was a self-taught lifelong scholar. A naturalist at heart, he loved nature and felt the best place to discover the true attributes of God was in nature. Lewis also had an intense passion for geology, mining, and the earth sciences. We often teased that we could just picture him as an explorer or gold prospector with a pack-mule in tow had he not chosen a more traditional path in life. He was known to be tenaciously patient (stubborn) when it came to pursuing whatever interested him.
We often suggested that Lew was born 100 years too late, as he seemed to belong to days gone by rather than the present time. Antiquities of all sorts held a particular fascination for him. Lew had the ability to entertain himself for hours on end, whether it was studying the smallest details of an object that interested him, or pouring over books of all genres. Once all information had been gleaned from the process, he then loved sharing what he'd learn with anyone who would listen.
Above all, Lew was a man of integrity and honor and lived by an unwavering strict personal code of conduct. Before appearing each morning, he made sure he was shaved, well groomed, and fully dressed -- including shoes. He was a "proper" soul and the epitome of a good and loyal man. Never one to pass judgement on others, Lew personally found coarseness and crudity in all forms to be distasteful to his sensibilities. It's rare to find someone who never had a drop of liquor, never smoked, swore, or gossiped. Lew LIVED the "Golden Rule," refusing to speak ill of another, but always pointing out their redeeming qualities instead. He was fiercely loyal and had an incredible work ethic. In all his years of employment, Lew missed work only twice. Once when he was bedridden with the "Hong Kong Flu" in the 1960's and the other time for his eldest daughter's high school graduation. Lew always led by example rather than lecturing or imposing his standards on others. His disarming and accepting nature never made one uncomfortable for having a value system that differed from his own. This unique quality endeared him to others because people found it so rare and refreshing. As outgoing and interesting as he was, Lew was a very private man and remained somewhat of a mystery even to his family.
As a loving father and grandfather, Lew enjoyed giving "whisker rubs" and was always up for a board game or hand of cards, and he held the unchallenged title of Monopoly champ within the family. He had a healthy competitive nature and was a great sport, especially as his children never missed an opportunity to tease him about one thing or another -- always in good natured fun! Lew was a 49'er fan and sports enthusiast, enjoying ANY event covered on TV. Among his pastime pursuits, over the years Lew participated in several bowling leagues, pitched a mean game of horseshoes, loved shooting a good game of pool, fished, and enjoyed collecting rocks, bottles, stamps, coins, Native American artifacts, African masks...and anything else for that matter. His interests were eclectic and eccentric.
After a year long battle with cancer, Lewis F. Post passed peacefully at home with his wife and son at his bedside. Lewis was 86-years old.
_________________________
BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH
Lewis was one of five children born to Anna and Byron. He grew up in Idaho after the family moved there from Wyoming when he was about 5-years of age. After the death of Anna, the family relocated to the San Francisco Bay Area. Upon returning home from the war, Lewis embraced his entrepreneurial spirit and became proprietor of a hot dog stand, and along with his father, operated Post's Furniture Store on Market Avenue in Richmond. It was at this time while attending the young adult group at First Christian Church that he met LaWanda and the two were married on June 26, 1948. Together their union of 59 years produced four children. In the early years, Lewis supported the family as an insurance agent, and eventually retired after 25+ years of employment as an operator at the Standard Oil Refinery.
Fondly known as "Lew" to his friends, he greeted everyone with a friendly pat on the back and a cheerful grin. He never met a stranger and was able to strike up conversation with all who crossed his path. Lew was a man of varied interests and could hold his own on most any subject. Never one to pass up an opportunity to become involved in a good debate, Lew was always on the lookout for sparring partners to take on. He loved stirring the waters and playing the part of devil's advocate. Though Lew never attended college, he was a self-taught lifelong scholar. A naturalist at heart, he loved nature and felt the best place to discover the true attributes of God was in nature. Lewis also had an intense passion for geology, mining, and the earth sciences. We often teased that we could just picture him as an explorer or gold prospector with a pack-mule in tow had he not chosen a more traditional path in life. He was known to be tenaciously patient (stubborn) when it came to pursuing whatever interested him.
We often suggested that Lew was born 100 years too late, as he seemed to belong to days gone by rather than the present time. Antiquities of all sorts held a particular fascination for him. Lew had the ability to entertain himself for hours on end, whether it was studying the smallest details of an object that interested him, or pouring over books of all genres. Once all information had been gleaned from the process, he then loved sharing what he'd learn with anyone who would listen.
Above all, Lew was a man of integrity and honor and lived by an unwavering strict personal code of conduct. Before appearing each morning, he made sure he was shaved, well groomed, and fully dressed -- including shoes. He was a "proper" soul and the epitome of a good and loyal man. Never one to pass judgement on others, Lew personally found coarseness and crudity in all forms to be distasteful to his sensibilities. It's rare to find someone who never had a drop of liquor, never smoked, swore, or gossiped. Lew LIVED the "Golden Rule," refusing to speak ill of another, but always pointing out their redeeming qualities instead. He was fiercely loyal and had an incredible work ethic. In all his years of employment, Lew missed work only twice. Once when he was bedridden with the "Hong Kong Flu" in the 1960's and the other time for his eldest daughter's high school graduation. Lew always led by example rather than lecturing or imposing his standards on others. His disarming and accepting nature never made one uncomfortable for having a value system that differed from his own. This unique quality endeared him to others because people found it so rare and refreshing. As outgoing and interesting as he was, Lew was a very private man and remained somewhat of a mystery even to his family.
As a loving father and grandfather, Lew enjoyed giving "whisker rubs" and was always up for a board game or hand of cards, and he held the unchallenged title of Monopoly champ within the family. He had a healthy competitive nature and was a great sport, especially as his children never missed an opportunity to tease him about one thing or another -- always in good natured fun! Lew was a 49'er fan and sports enthusiast, enjoying ANY event covered on TV. Among his pastime pursuits, over the years Lew participated in several bowling leagues, pitched a mean game of horseshoes, loved shooting a good game of pool, fished, and enjoyed collecting rocks, bottles, stamps, coins, Native American artifacts, African masks...and anything else for that matter. His interests were eclectic and eccentric.
After a year long battle with cancer, Lewis F. Post passed peacefully at home with his wife and son at his bedside. Lewis was 86-years old.
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