 Lewis Bernard Mack
Lewis Bernard Mack was born Sept. 12, 1897 to Margaret Kehoe
Mack and John W. Mack at Corning, Iowa. Mr. Mack died at Rosary hospital
in Corning on May 13 of a heart condition.
On October 19, 1920 he was married to Anna Isabel Curry in
Corning, who survives. He also is survived by four children, Robert J.;
L. Francis; Mary Margaret (Mrs. John Lenz); and Raphael H. P. A son,
Joseph W., preceded him in death in infancy in 1927.
Surviving brothers and sisters include: Mrs. Marguerite McEniry
of Creston; Mrs. Agnes Adamson of Santa Barbara, Calif.; and Aloysius
(Bud) of Chicago, Ill. He was preceded in death by his parents and two
brothers, Vincent and Mark.
Other survivors include three daughters-in-law, one son-in-law,
nine grandchildren and many other relatives.
He was prominent in the Corning business community for 44 years,
in the hardware business. In addition, he was active in many community
affairs. He was a member of the city council, Adams county fair board,
commercial club and chamber of commerce. He served as Grand Knight of
the Corning council of the Knights of Columbus.
His activities were directed to all phases of community
betterment. In earlier years, he contributed a great deal of time and
effort to community athletic activities, particularly baseball.
He is also known for his love of music and ability in this field.
For several years his "Mack Jazz Band" toured southwestern
Iowa, entertaining hundreds of persons. He retained his interest in
music and in recent years many enjoyed his piano and organ renditions.
Mr. Mack wrote two songs, "Mr. Moon Man" and
"Angel in White", both of which he copyrighted but never published.
Services were conducted Wednesday, May 15, 1963 at 8:30 a.m. from
St. Patrick Catholic church in Corning. The Requiem High Mass was sung
by Father Jacob Weiss.
Pall bearers were John Curry, Jr., Edwin Mack, Frank Keefe, Earl
Casey, Paul Gauthier and Joe Quinn. Ushers were John Jones and Del
Mercier. Burial was in Calvary cemetery.
(Adams County Free Press, 23 May 1963)
Main Street
Lewis Mack was one of those fine men whose loyalty, integrity
and participation made for a better community.
He spent 44 years on Main Street in Corning and was one of the town's
senior business men--in many ways. He took part in community activities,
served on the city council, was interested in the fair and athletics--anything that was good for Corning and Adams county.
Lewis was devoted to his family and with his wife formed the hub
of a close-knit group of children and grandchildren. He recognized his
Creator and served Him quietly and devotedly.
In the hardware business he was without equal. He molded the
atmosphere of a pleasant and efficient shopping place and was dedicated
to serving his customers. With Lewis, there always was time for a visit,
regardless of how busy he might be.
And many, many couples will remember how he helped them get
started in housekeeping--enabling them to buy the necessary appliances
and other items on terms convenient to them. This was a hallmark of
Lewis' interest in people and in the community.
And many folks, too, have enjoyed his musical talents. Many years
ago he formed an outstanding jazz band in this area and in recent years
many have enjoyed his piano and organ presentations.
He will be missed after a full useful life--but his many fine
contributions will remain as goals for others to follow.
(Adams County Free Press, by Paul Gauthier, editor, 23 May 1963) |
