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Richard Lucey Obituary

Lucey, Richard Sr. ALBANY Richard Lucey Sr., 70, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2008, at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital, surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Grace and Cornelius Lucey. Mr. Lucey worked for the New York State Department of Law and retired after 20 years of service. He enjoyed fishing and bowling and was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and the N.Y. Giants. Richard was a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Church in Albany, N.Y. He is survived by Elizabeth of Schenectady and their children, Richard (Paul), Teresa, Bernadine (Jeffrey), Constance, Jennifer and Kathleen. He is the brother of Tom (Margaret), Jerry (Barbara), Michael, Joanne, Helen and the late Paul; also surviving are his grandchildren, Marie, Amanda, Ashley, Natalie, Jeannette, Benjamin and Mia; as well as many nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Albany Regional Kidney Center and the staff from the Albany Medical Center and St. Peter's Hospital and Dr. Gary Bakst for the care and support given to Richard during his illness. Funeral service will be held Tuesday 8:00 a.m. from New Comer-Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155 - south of Central Ave.), then to Blessed Sacrament Church, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Calling hours will be Monday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, East Greenbush, N.Y. To leave a special message for the family online visit www.newcomerfamily.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Aug. 24 to Aug. 25, 2008.

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Debbie Ryan-McMahon

September 4, 2008

Helen & Lucey Family, I am so sorry for you loss. Your family has been through so much these past few years. Just stay close as you have been and you'll get through this too. God Bless you all. Helen's neighbor Debbie

Melissa and Marian Fuss

August 31, 2008

Dear Connie and Betty,

We were sadden with the news of Richard's passing, our thoughts and prayers go to you and the family.
May your happy memories help you through this tough time.

Rose and Pat Cristo

August 27, 2008

Dear Betty & Family, Pat and I just heard of Dick's passing. We were so sorry to hear this news. We have known you both for so many years that it saddens our heart. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Rose and Pat Cristo

Joan Ann (Cook- Jim Barney

August 26, 2008

Betty and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss of Dick. He was a great guy. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you all.

James Robert and June Larkins

August 26, 2008

Our deepest simpathy for your loss. It is always hard to loose those you love. This comes from the Larkins family in California. Richard is my cousin.

NYS Board of Psychology, Clinical Laboratory Technology and Massage Therapy Office Team

August 25, 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.

Natasha Cuff

August 25, 2008

Katie an lil Mia,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. If you need ANYTHING you let me know. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Pamela (Fyvie)Hopkins

August 25, 2008

I used to work with Dick at the NYS Dept. of Law and have many fond memories of him from over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very difficult time.

Melanie

August 25, 2008

Katie,
I am so sorry for your loss know that I am here for you if you need anything.

Ginny Smith

August 25, 2008

Dear Lucey Family:

I was surprised to hear that Dick had passed away. I knew Dick when he worked for the Attorney General's office where I work. We used to have some good conversations. I enjoyed talking to him. May he rest in peace.

Kathie Lateano

August 24, 2008

Helen,
Please accept our deepest sympathy in this difficult time. Your entire familiy is in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
The Lateanos

Larry Kelley

August 24, 2008

Dear Lucey Family – Was surprised and saddened to learn just now from my sister Joey of your loss. “Mr. Lucey” (Dick) was a wonderful and kind neighbor, who always treated us well, and my family will miss him. You’re in our thoughts, and we send our deepest sympathies. Sincerely, Larry

Pat and Gary Aber

August 24, 2008

Dear Betty, Richie, Teresa, Bernadine, Connie, Jen, Katie, and Families - Jerry, Joanne, Helen, Michael, Tommy, and Families,
Please except our sincere sympathy of your great loss. Dick will be missed by many. He has left many good memories for us to keep forever. His smile is one of the things I will remember the most when thinking of him.

Pat Lucey

August 24, 2008

To the family of Dick Lucey
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this sorrowful time. My memories of Dick will be in my heart forever. May you rest in peace

Judi Van Vorse

August 24, 2008

Lucey family I am sorry for the loss of your brother, father,and husband. I just saw Dick and his children at Target and he looked so well, I was shocked to see his obituary. Your famillyl has suffered a lot of loss in the recent past, and im sure it never gets any easier. I will pray for all and see you at the wake. Love,


Judi Van Vorse (Joni's sister)

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