Lewis Allen

Sapp

Lewis Allen Sapp, December 3rd, 1943 - March 22nd, 2026.

Beloved by his wife of 60 years Dolores, they met in the eighth grade in El Monte, California.

He was revered by his four children: Matthew, Anita, Andrew, and Gail.

Early in his adult life Lewis was a sonar operator for the naval reserve. He traveled the world as a liaison for Applied Physics Corporation.

Lew was a pilot, mostly flew Cessnas, he spoke of his flights to Catalina with great ardor. He was also an amateur radio enthusiast, an avid gardener (specifically loved growing tomatoes), and was a paramount hunter, and angler.

Thusly, in 1979 Lew and Dolores and the kids moved to Brookings and opened Brookings Sports Unlimited which thrived for approximately 20 years.

I'd be remiss if I neglected to mention his obsession with Shih Tzu's, he liked us grandchildren too.

He was intent on not departing his mountain (Mountain Drive) save a pine box, which he achieved.

Alas, Father Bernie held a private requiem at sea, on March 28th, where he was laid to rest in the company of many loved ones.