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Farewell to family
TikTok trending: In a heartwarming farewell that has captured the attention of millions, Gail Lewis, a dedicated Walmart employee of 10 years, bid adieu to her colleagues in Morris, Illinois. The emotional moment unfolded as she transmitted her final sign-off through a walkie-talkie, marking the “end of an era” at the multinational chain.
TikTok viral
The TikTok video, uploaded on November 16, quickly went viral, amassing over 22.5 million views and garnering a following of over 80,000. Lewis, who had kept her farewell brief and professional on the intercom, couldn’t contain her emotions once she reached her car after leaving the store for the last time.
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Reflecting on her decade-long journey, Lewis shared her mixed emotions with the world. “Today was the end of an era for me,” she expressed, her voice filled with a combination of happiness and sadness. Describing her Walmart colleagues as a second family, she acknowledged the mutual support they had provided during challenging times, including navigating the uncertainties of a pandemic together.
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“It’s a happy-sad feeling because I’m moving on to a better job, but those people became like family. I’ve been through a lot with them,” Lewis revealed, emphasizing the camaraderie forged over the years. The poignant moment struck a chord with viewers, eliciting an outpouring of supportive comments.
The viral sensation took an unexpected turn as social media users spun imaginative tales about Lewis’s past. Fabricated stories depicted her as an NFL athlete renowned for stopping shoplifters or drew parallels between her and MLB superstar Mike Trout.
Despite the online speculation, Lewis has chosen to keep details about her new job under wraps. The manager of the Morris store, Carrie Moses, expressed gratitude for Lewis’s service, stating, “I am grateful to Gail for her service at the Morris, IL store, and she will be greatly missed. I wish her all the best in her future opportunities.”
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