Rockford's Mr. Mustache Succumbs to Cancer

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Updated: 1:12 PM Nov 13, 2009 Rockford's Mr. Mustache Succumbs to Cancer A man familiar to tens of thousands of kids and their parents who watched television in the 60,'s, 70's, and 80's has died after a long battle with cancer on Monday. Posted: 1:12 PM Nov 13, 2009

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67 year old Bruce Lewis was a fixture from 1967 to 1982 on WIFR 23, which was known as WCEE-TV. He was an icon of the era with a weekly kid's program. His artistic impressions and drawings are still popular. Drawings from that era and more recent work.

Besides using his artwork, Mr. Lewis also intereacted with kids who attended his shows. He drew lots of fun pictures, used puppets, and was the "Mr. Rogers" of Rockford.

For many, the visit to his program was a memory still held dear.

Current 23 This Morning Anchor Andy Gannon remembers Mr. Lewis as a friendly person who always had times for others and lent his creativity to scores of local projects.

Share your thoughts and read more at http://www.wifr.com/mr-mustache.

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Posted by: Nancy Location: Rockford on Nov 16, 2009 at 10:40 PM

I love watching Mr.Mustache what he could do to letters and numbers was great. He will never be forgoted he was a great part of my childhood

Posted by: Kristy Location: Roscoe on Nov 14, 2009 at 10:00 AM

I am 45 years old. two years ago I took my Mom and Mother-in-law to the Senior Expo. It was announced that Mr. Mustache was in the building. I really enjoyed his show when I was a child, so I made a bee line to go see him. I had the privelege to meet, and talk to him. He drew a picture of me right on the spot. I do, and will always treasure this drawing. Thank you Mr. Mustache!

Posted by: TwoK Location: Woodstock on Nov 14, 2009 at 09:30 AM

I remember this show from my much younger days. I believe I even met him at an appearance he would make from time to time at a restaurant on East State.

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