David M. Lewis III, age 78 of Woodstown, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, September 25, 2023.
Born in Woodbury, NJ he was the son of the late David M. Lewis Jr. and Martha M. Lewis. He was the older brother of Michael H. Lewis, of Woodstown.
Dave was a highly accomplished athlete and after graduating from Woodstown High School attended Eastern Baptist College where he played basketball and baseball to include setting the school scoring record for men’s basketball at the time. Upon graduation Dave started his 38 year career as an educator in Woodstown which included over 70 combined seasons coaching basketball, football and softball. His dedication and tenacity as a teacher and coach influenced thousands of students in the classroom and in competition.
His exemplary accomplishments earned Dave induction into the Eastern University Hall of Honor (2013), Salem County Sports Hall of Fame (2014) and South Jersey Coaches Association Hall of Fame (2015).
Dave’s highest priorities were his family and his faith. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Woodstown for over 50 years and was steadfast and resolute in his faith. Dave married the love of his life, Kathy Clapp, on April 29, 1967 starting a 56 year marriage and devotion to each other and their family. He was an omnipresent father and grandfather who never (ever) missed a sporting event, special occasion or opportunity to help and spend time with his three children (Brett, Jen and Anne) and eight grandchildren (Morgan, Jess, Kate, Bobby, Ben, Zach, Bryce and Abby). Pop-Pop was a hero and always will be a source of love, respect and admiration to his family.
Visitation and viewing will be held at H.T. Layton Funeral Home, 102 South Main Street, Woodstown on Friday, October 6 from 3:00 to 5:00pm. Services will be held on Saturday, October 7, at 11:00am at the First Baptist Church of Woodstown, 117 South Main Street, with a reception following in the fellowship hall.
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