The resolution commends Colonel Keith H. Lewis for his dedicated service to the United States Air Force and honors his numerous contributions to the country. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1940, Colonel Lewis enlisted in the Air Force in 1963 and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in 1964. He completed various training programs, including Undergraduate Pilot Training and F-4 Phantom II Combat Crew Training, and served as an F-4 Pilot in Vietnam. His distinguished career also included roles as a Base Protestant Chaplain and Center Staff Chaplain, culminating in his retirement in 1993.

Colonel Lewis is recognized not only for his military service but also for his bravery as a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam, where he earned a Bronze Star Medal with Valor for his heroic actions in caring for a wounded fellow prisoner. Following his military career, he served as a Reverend and has been an inspirational leader in his community. The resolution expresses the legislature's gratitude and admiration for Colonel Lewis's exemplary service and leadership, solidifying his legacy as a valiant hero.