On July 17th, 2020, he breathed his last breath
A leader with integrity, physically embraced death
Indeed he’ll be missed, with grief so many will strive
However, his memory is blessed
In our hearts, this champion is still alive
A remarkable individual,
He adamantly advocated for what was right
He endured persecution,
Against social injustice did he fight
Unselfish and devoted, a humble man
Yet he was so strong
An example of moral excellence,
he spoke out against wrong
This poem is written as a tribute
With respect, to his legacy let us cling –
Peacefully he fought, side-by side with Dr. Martin Luther King
He fulfilled his divine purpose,
He did what God appointed him to do
It’s privilege to have known, and now acknowledge
This good man
Which Congressman John Lewis was, for true