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Carlton Luck Obituary
Reverend Carlton Andrew Luck Sr.
The Reverend Carlton Andrew Luck Sr. departed this earthly life on Tuesday, August 19, 2008.
He was born on January 13, 1932, in White Hall to the late James Ralph and Ethel Thomas Luck. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Elizabeth Maupin and Vivien Trent; and a brother, Donald Luck.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Nancy Ward Luck; four children, a daughter, Berlinda Mills and her husband, Jesse, of Esmont; three sons: Andr? Luck and his wife, Iris; Carlton Luck II and his wife, Karen, all of Charlottesville; and Marcus Luck and his wife, Hope, of Indianapolis, Indiana; four siblings, Ruth Mints and her husband, Garfield, of Baltimore, Maryland, Angaleen Goodloe of Palmyra, Roland Luck Sr. and his wife, Joyce, of Charlottesville and Dana Eric Luck and his wife, Debra, of Hershey, Pennsylvania; three sisters-in-law, Ruth Ward and Charlotte Swingler and her husband, Frank, of Esmont and Rosa James and her husband, Morris, of Washington, D.C; and a brother-in-law, William Ward and his wife, Barbara, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland. He was also blessed with six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
The Reverend Luck served in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany for two years during the Korean War.
He was a member of New Green Mountain Baptist Church in Esmont. In 1966, he answered the call to minister as an evangelist. He preached in Nairobi, Kenya, London, England and throughout the United States.
He fully operated as an apostle, evangelist, pastor and teacher. He was well-known for preaching a message of faith, salvation and healing. He ministered to many people who were poor in spirit, sick and dying, frequently with positive results. He was an adviser to many seekers and a mentor to young ministers of the gospel.
He served as an elder of Oakleigh Christian Retreats in Greenwood for nine years. He was instrumental in planting a church in Raccoon Ford, Virginia, and Living Stones Fellowship in Mechanicsville, Virginia. He was pastor of Free Union Baptist Church in Stony Point for 13 years.
A carpenter by trade, he owned his own construction and well drilling businesses. He worked on many resident-ial and commercial projects throughout Albemarle County and Charlottesville, including the Pizza Hut on 29 North.
A funeral service will be held at New Hope Baptist Church in Esmont, 1 p.m. Friday, August 22, 2008. Interment will follow at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery in Keene.
The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m. Thursday, August 21, 2008, at J. F. Bell Funeral Home.
Condolences may be sent the family by signing the guest book at jfbellfuneralhome.com
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Charmaine Hurtt-Herrington
September 11, 2008
God Bless you Mrs. Nancy Luck during your time of mourning. My deepest sympathy to all of the Luck family of Esmont,Virginia.
Ruth Wren Brown grand-daughter of Esmont,Virginia
Duke Johnson
August 22, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family of my dear friend and former co-worker. Rest in peace friend. God bless the family.
Shiree Carr
August 22, 2008
Nancy, Because I know you're hurting, I search for things to say
Or any little gesture to help you in some way.
For though I can't heal sorrow with friendship's gentle touch,
I hope it's comforting to know I care so very much.
You and your family are in my prayers.
Barbara Smith
August 22, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Minister Linda Johnson
August 22, 2008
Mrs. Luck/Andre' (my school mate) and Family:
May the comfort that only God can fully give during this time of sorrow in your life, rest rule and abide with you. My husband and I express our sympathy during this time...
Much Love,
Pastor Jesse & Min. Linda Johnson
Lindsay Dorrier
August 22, 2008
To Nancy Luck - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have always admired you and your husband and your concern for the community and your love of family and roots. You and Carlton are pillars of Esmont and you give us strength by your presence. We send our love to you and your family. Jane & Lindsay Dorrier
brenda, Ebony, Whitney Lee
August 22, 2008
Karen, Carlton and family, Keep smiling because that is the way Mr. Luck would like to see you a happy family. He is gone to a better place, a Resting place looking down on you. so just remeber the lord have your back wipe away your tears and just remeber the good times and smile, because we know that your father was truly loved and will be missed.
De-Shanta & Brian Bland
August 22, 2008
The Luck Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
We were truly blessed by Rev. Luck, he married us almost 20 years ago and we will hold this memory forever.
Ron Sheffey
August 22, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Terry Lewis-Minor
August 22, 2008
Carlton & Karen:
Thinking of you during this difficult time, my heart goes out to you. May God bless you.
Lessie-Nelson Sims
August 22, 2008
To Nancy and family
We are praying for you and the family during this so sad of time. You all have our deepest sympathy and blessings. Trust in god.
With love
Lessie and Luther Sims and family
Red Harris
August 21, 2008
Nancy, we thank our LORD for your friendship & love, love Beverly &Red Harris
Rev. James, and Roberta McIntosh
August 21, 2008
To Mrs. Luck, Belinda, Roland, and family,
May God comfort your hearts at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Rev. Luck's memories live within your hearts.
Thelma, Ada and Mary Whiting
August 21, 2008
Deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with you.
August 21, 2008
The Luck Family,
(Carlton & Karen)
We are never prepared for the loss of a loved one, but God is always prepared to help us through that loss.
May His presence begin the healing in your heart and soul, and may His love surround you with the comfort only He can give.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle & Scottie Stewart
Elizabeth & Win Adler
August 21, 2008
Your father was a great inspiration to many of us, even those of us who didn't know him that well. One could really see the love, joy, and peace within him and the family. He has left you a great inheritance.
May you find comfort and blessings in this time of loss.
BARBARA EPPS-DOUGLAS
August 21, 2008
Mrs. Luck & Family:
May Happy memories and warm thoughts comfort you in this time of sorrow. John 5: 28 - 29
Barbara Epps- Douglas and Family
Pastor Michael A. Turner, Sr.
August 21, 2008
To the Luck Family:
May you know the consoling presence of the Holy Spirit at time of loss. "Cast your cares upon the Lord for the Lord cares for you."
Tiola Henderson, Cee and Neci Vaughan
August 21, 2008
To Carlton,Karen, and The Luck Family,We send our deepest sympathy to each of you during this difficult time.
Junita Howard Rose
August 21, 2008
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Denise Starks-Bell
August 21, 2008
Mrs. Luck and Family.. My prayers and thoughts go out to you in this your time of need. GOD makes no mistakes and he needed another angel in heaven so he called on Mr. Luck to come on home. I'll always have fond memories of Mr. Luck his smile and his zest for life and his knowledge of GOD's words will always be remembered. Denise Starks-Bell
Angela (Nesie) Estes
August 21, 2008
Carlton and Karen,
My prayers are with you and your families during this time. May God be with you and continue to bless each and every one of you.
Peace Be Still
August 21, 2008
Our deepest sympathy. Langden and Scarlett Mason
Elder Rosemary Hayes
August 21, 2008
May God keep you in your time of bereavement.
Lawrence Keyes, 111
August 21, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Rev. Luck. Myself and my family are praying for the strength of the family in your time of need. I have always enjoyed talking with Rev. Luck about the word of the Lord and about business, and each time I talk with him I learn from him it was a blessing knowing Rev. Luck. Be at peace knowing he is home with the Almigthy Father praising and worshiping the Lord in all his heavenly glory.
Myra Paige-Turner
August 20, 2008
To Mrs. Luck and family,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Rev. Luck. He was a wonderful person, who always greeted me with a smile and hug. I will truly missed him, as well as you and your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hold to God's unchanging Hands!
I'm sorry that I won't be able to be home for the services on Friday, but God's blessing be with you.
Love,
Myra
Debby (Cassell) Waufle
August 20, 2008
Andre and I attended high school together, and I met Carlton and Nancy when I attended Oakleigh Fellowship in the 70s. I was very blessed to know this precious family. Our prayers are with the family as you are carried by our dear Lord Jesus as He comforts you.
Benjamin and Reva Carr
August 20, 2008
We know at this time no words of any language can easy the grief you are bearing at this time. But remember as we go through this world there is a reason for everything, even the heartaches we bear. Even though you all cannot see it at this time. Find comfort in knowing that God was there and is still watching over you. That He will help you bear the burden. Let him carry you and provide His help from above.
kathy sandridge
August 20, 2008
my thouhts and prays are with you
Kernovia, Bennett, Bennett II and Joshua Holomah
August 20, 2008
Karen, Carlton and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Your angel has gone home to watch over you.
Regina Johnson
August 20, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Angelic Yates
August 20, 2008
My Prayers are with the family, may God Bless you all and continue to comfort you at this time of sorrow.
Stacie Curry
August 20, 2008
To Angie and Roland and Eric, you have my deepest sympathy, my prayers are with you all may your brother rest in peace.
Carolyn Humphries
August 20, 2008
Words can not express the pain we feel when losing a love one so very dear to us. Remember God knows and understands your lost and is always there to help you through. Hold on to those beautiful moments you and Carlton shared as man and wife in your heart. With our deepest sympathy, Andre' & I will keep you and family in our prayers.
Albert Tyree
August 20, 2008
I recall the days of our youth.We have grown up since then , but over the years,I have fond and humorous memories of Carlton and the 1950 graduating class of Albermarle Training School. My sincere sympathy to his family.
Catherine Hoyle
August 20, 2008
Dear Nancy,
I am so sorry to read this news about your husband. I will keep you in prayer. May God bless you all and provide comfort and support.
Connie Banton Tillman
August 20, 2008
Andre and Family:
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hang on to the happy memories and this will help you during the days ahead.
Ruth Cowan
August 20, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Brian/Tracy Smith & Family
August 20, 2008
It will be the little things you remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that help push away the pain and bring the smiles back again.
You are in our prayers.
Debbie Dabney
August 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
William scott
August 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Charlaine Thomas
August 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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