The Department held a retirement send-off for Mr. However, he has a unique skill for shifting quickly between humor and sternness. His peers could always expect a good laugh.
While at the airport he was known to make friends with the Police Officers at the Fire Station and often socialized with them. Lewis as a very humorous and fun- loving man. He showed up at least thirty (30) minutes in advance to ensure a proper handover when relieving the Guard on duty.Ĭoworkers described Mr. While stationed at the airport he was accustomed to arriving for his shift ahead of time. His Supervisors and coworkers can attest to his impeccable attendance and punctuality record. Lewis took his tasks very seriously and never hesitated to impress upon you the gravity of a situation. He also worked at Port Campden Park and at the Kingstown Headquarters throughout the years. His duties included, securing the Customs area and the ramp as well as assisting the Customs Officers in their tasks.
Herman Lewis joined the department on April 5th 1988 as a Junior Customs Guard and for many years was assigned at the E.T. He spent the past thirty-three (33) years employed at the Customs Department: this made him the longest serving Customs Guards on record. Herman Lewis proceeded on pre-retirement leave on May 31st, 2021 and will officially be retired from his position as Senior Customs Guard at the Customs and Excise Department (Customs) on December 23rd, 2021.