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for Darrick Lucas
Ms Emma j Cooper
August 16, 2024
My Prayers and Condolence for the family.RIP..
Akilah Coleman
September 2, 2009
Im so heart-broken from the lost of Darrick. I'm also heart-broken from the missed opportunities that I had to become closer with him but I've now learned to never take time for granted, never put off until tomorrow what you can do today. I really miss him a lot. He was a good friend of my family. I used to visit him in DC and he used to visit me when he came to VA and then we both moved to GA. It was in GA where we talked on the phone more and hung out together. I felt like I had family here in GA with me. I just thank GOD for the time I got to know one of his angels. He was a really good friend and person and he will be terribly missed. RIP Darrick
moochy jones
August 28, 2009
God saw they were their happiest and someone would not let that be.
So he put his arms around them and whispered "Come with Me".
With tear filled eyes we watched them, suffer and fade away. Although we loved them deeply, We could not make them stay.
A golden heart stop beating, hard working hands put to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST!!!
I know because mine was taken too.
Tiffany Henderson
August 28, 2009
Darrick, we love and will miss you dearly. You were a vibrant and energetic spirit, and your voice will forever echo in the halls of what used to be Academy High School. Boisterous and opinionated, you always presented your point intellectually and with a smile. But the bottom line was, you "WOULD" be heard, and "COULDN'T" be ignored. Thanks you for countless laughs and memories. God bless your family and all your dear friends.
Tina Turk-Rush
August 24, 2009
Ma Lucas, Wow, I can't express the pain I feel not having Peewee around. From St. Joes to today.
The memories are branded in my heart. Last Thanksgiving him eating up my mac n cheese and fussing because I didn't make him a separate pan to go. The last time he danced was at my wedding. He even drove my husband and I to get our license to make sure we go through with it, lol.
We shared many many happy times together when we lived in MD and last in GA. He was a brother I never had.
After seeing him suffer I knew he was in transition and I am grateful that he is in heaven smiling down on us. it is hard to say goodbye to yesterday but thanks be to God there is eternity!
Love you Tasha and the baby.
John Jackson
August 23, 2009
To mama lucas, I have had some good days, and I have had some bad days, however on August 14th was a bad day. I am one to know that god does not make any mistakes. I know, within a three year time I have lost my mother, father, grandmother, and my best friend. I know that god is a good god. I will miss Dee aka (pee-wee) all of my days I have left here until my time come. Mama, I know what you went through when you were here. I prayed for you everyday. Mama you remind me of my mother so much. He favorite words was JUST STAND STILL. When my mother was going through her illness Dee was right there and I just wanted you to know that it meant alot. Just wanted you to know that Darrick did not complain at all. He took the good with the bad and the bad with the good. I learned alot from him and I am grateful to have met a friend as pee wee. I will never forget him..He has a place in my heart.. RIP Dee
Linda Ford
August 23, 2009
MY heart goes out to the family of Pee-wee as I new him. WOW! I am left in awe with the lost of such a outspoken, outgoing spirit.. WE had a blast growing up - spent many days discussing ways to make it big. THE biggiest memory I have is our big dreams to make it in the club industry and started out having parties at the erie one to raise money to bring our big dream alive. At some point it went up in smoke - but the love was nev. lost the show went on.. My boys from the 17 incl (fatty). their was those who found it hard to get along with him but some how I pulled it off. I always new the right things to say. It appears as we have lost two intriquing spirits from the world - but in essence they are still very much with us. God bless u tasha and your mom becuz I can't even say I understand or feel your pain becuz I don't. You will be forever in my prayers...
Saundra Martin
August 22, 2009
Ms D. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and remember Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. PeeWee always had a big smile and a laugh that picked you up when you were down. I will never forget the fun times spent. For now, it's not goodbye, but see you later.
August 22, 2009
To the Lucas Family,
I met Darrick several years ago in Chesapeake, VA at my sister Vivian's house who is John's mother and he was such a nice person that I truly felt so much respect for. And my prayer is for his mom and his family that God will keep you and that time heals all pain.
~ Wanda Jackson-Pruden, Joseph Pruden, and Gwen Boyd
Regina Cooley
August 22, 2009
To the family of Darrick (pee wee) Lucas, My heart and prayers go out to you all for courage and strength R.I.P Pee wee you will be sadly missed
Regina (Bush) Cooley
James Akins
August 22, 2009
To the Lucas family we are sorry to hear about your loss. Our hearts goes out to you and the family. We will always remember Darrick aka "Pee Wee".
Christine Couilbaly
August 21, 2009
My prayers are with you.
Cousin Christine
Fatima & Mike Jenkins
August 21, 2009
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Veronica Benjamin
August 21, 2009
To the Lucas Family,
May God be with you. Darrick was such a wonderful person. I enjoyed meeting him and being in his company. To his mother and father thank you. Thank you for this man. It was your guidance that allowed him to be the kind and special person he was on earth. He will be missed so dearly by many. I will truely miss him but will never forget him.
May Darrick rest in peace.
August 21, 2009
To Ms. Lois, Tarsha and Darian,
My prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow. PeeWee was a great friend and a wonderful person. I grew up with both PeeWee and Fatty and shared many great memories. I will never forget his smile and his laughter, he will be missed.
Just remember, the Lord is close to the brokenhearted, He will comfort and give you peace.
Love and praying for you all!!
Felicia (She-She) Pulliam
August 21, 2009
Delores we have know each other for over thirty years. We have watched our children play together and travel to distant cities and states. You and I both know that it was the grace of the Lord that watched over our children and the grace of God will bring you thru. Dee you and your family have our sincere condolences and we stand with you in prayer. May the Lord uplift you and your families sadness at the loss of your son. Darrick's battle is over and his victory won. Jesus has called him from LABOR TO REST. May God bless and keep you and your family.
Diane(Carr)Mcqueen and Family
MiMi,Sonya, and Chennelle
Jessica Long
August 21, 2009
Darrick was my heart. Rest in Peace baby.
Arthur Gamble
August 21, 2009
Devastated...
to the Parents, Children, Sister, Brother and entire family thank you for sharing Darrick with us for 40 years.
The value of a minute of someones life is eternal and those moments spent have deep impact on those that they share them with.
On behalf of all of your partners, lifelong friends, homeboys, teammates, road dogs, frat brothers, fellow warriors, internet friends, military buddies and class mates we value every minute you gave us and appreciate the positive impact.
Unfortunately, life's ups and downs and busy schedules has a way of dis-connecting folks, times like these and people like Darrick (PEE WEE) serve to re-connect our souls.
Man I just hope you know how much you are respected, loved, and appreciated by everyone including your A-Dog Brothers from Academy, the folks from the hoop courts and the (old peaceful)block parties on 17th street, your Upward Bound Crew, your freinds from the Erie 1, your classmates from the Erie Cheyney University connection and several others.
Thanks to you, Fatty, Reece, Steve, Dave Boyd, Sylvester, Curt, Bankhead and and Chuck. If it was not for our group study approach to passing Chemistry and various classes at the Upward Bound we might all still be in study session or witing for our diplomas at Academy.
P hold it down for us you have a whole lot of friends hopeing to one day join you in heaven. We have a lot of laughs and stories to catch up on.
Thanks for the call and words of encouragement when I lost my Dad. Man when I heard your voice it brightened up some pretty dark days because I remembered the great times we all had together over some of the best years of our lives.
When you get a chance, tell my father and our mutual friends and families we love you all and you are all cherished and remembered.
Your Mom, Sister and Fatty will be ok you have left a legacy of friendship that will extend to them. I'll keep your family in my prayers and let your kids know some of the great things they may not have realized about their dad...Thanks for being a true friend.
Michael & Tammy Allen
August 21, 2009
Our prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow. Many memories of the good times on 17th Street come to mind...always had that great smile...always a positive person. God be with you.
Bennie Collins Sr.
August 20, 2009
To the Lucas Family:
I'm sorry about the lost Darrick (PeeWee) Lucas. I had the pleasure of knowing him through the Upward Bound Program. He was a great person to be around. He was real and it was nothing fake about him. He never had a bad word to say about anyone. And he could make you laugh. May he "Rest In Peace"
August 20, 2009
We, the Comrades of the Barney-Smith Post 700, Sons of the American Legion, would like to extend our deepest sympathy, love and comfort to the Derrick Lucas Family.
"May the sands of time help heal your wounds and ease your sorrow."
Donald Brown, Squadron Commander
Clifford Lyles, Adjutant & Fin. Off.
Allie Porter, Jr., Bereavement Chrmn.
August 20, 2009
To the Lucas family;
Our prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. Know that God promises 'joy' in the morning.
Fred and Dorothy Williams,
~Erie, PA
Tisa(Williams)Ellis and Family,
~White Plains, Maryland
Nikki(Williams)Moore and Family,
~Pittsburgh, PA
Nzinga(Williams)Cates and Family,
~Erie, PA
Mark Katarzynski
August 20, 2009
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Darrick. Darrick and I went to grade school together. I will always remember his smile as big as all of outdoors. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Dr. John Rawa
August 20, 2009
To Darrick's family and friends, deepest sympathies to you all. People who never met Darrick will never understand the magnitude of the loss of this loving and caring man.
August 20, 2009
To the Lucas family, my thoughts and prayers, go out to you in your time of sorrow
Kimberly House, Erie,PA
Shana Carr
August 20, 2009
Brother my Brother
A brother is a person
to laugh and cry with, and fight with
someone who lends a helping hand.
I miss you more and more everyday
and all I can do is pray.
“A brother is a friend God gave you; a friend is a brother your heart chose.”
PeeWee I miss you bro
(1 Thessalonians 4:13)
Julie Logan
August 20, 2009
To the entire Lucas family, you have my deepest sympathy...Darrick (PeeWee) was a fun loving caring person who would make you laugh and smile. He will be missed by so many of us who went to Academy High, Lois, Tasha and Darian (Fatty) PeeWee is at home with our almighty Father, my thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love You.
MONICA JONES & FAMILY
August 20, 2009
TO THE LUCAS FAMILY, OUR HEARTS GOES OUT TO YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. PEE WEE WILL NEVER BE FORGOT.
Verneta (Nina) Jordan
August 20, 2009
Our Deepest Sympathy
When peace, like a river, attendeth my way,
When sorrows like sea billows roll;
Whatever my lot, Thou has taught me to say,
It is well, it is well, with my soul.
It is well, with my soul,
It is well, with my soul,
It is well, it is well, with my soul.
To Lois, Tarsha, Darian & Family
For it is well. God never makes a mistake. Our childrens are God in the beginning and after you done the best that you can do for your children you put them back in the Master's hand.
We are praying for you and we love you.
Your Aunt & cousins,
Julia Jordan & family
Shirley, Linda, Patricia, Judy & Verneta, Fred Jr & Henry
Tina Gilmore
August 20, 2009
To Darrick's Family,
May God Bless you all during your time of need. Know PeeWee was a very dear friend to all and will be missed.
Mke Gryncewicz & Family
August 20, 2009
My heartfelt condolences to everyone. I went to St. Joseph's with Darrick & Darian. It seems like just yesterday we were playing football right before school with a rolled up hat. Words cannot express my shock and sorrow. My family and I will keep you all in our thoughts, prayers, and hearts. God bless you all.
Shirley Hammond
August 20, 2009
Delores, Tarsha, Darrian
I will not forget the joy in your house on East 17th. Peewee and Fatty were unpredictable and we just did not know what would happen next, and they kept you busy. But what fun we had. I am glad I got the chance to know the innocence of their childhood and the gladness they put in your life.
If you need me call
Love Shirley
mary lee simmons and family
August 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jacqueline Elston
August 20, 2009
To the Lucas Family,
I offer my deepest sympathy. From 17th street, to the Booker T., PeeWee and I had a Big-brother-little-sister bond that was so genuine. We made each other laugh & even cried from time to time together. I will miss him.
May GOD'S grace and mercy comfort the family & friends during this time. GOD favored him.
Respectfully,
August 20, 2009
a true friendship is initiated from a youthful innocence and flourishes with maturity.i have known pee wee for my entire existence and his presence will be forever in my heart. our competitve forces collided on countless occasions and the potency of our friendship never allowed for the taste of bitter to reside on our tongues, or to grow from the branch of infantile. i sincerely extend my deepest condolences to the family of pee wee, for i know his passing leaves a void in all of our hearts. my condolences to the tenth power. from scott harris !
August 20, 2009
TASHA
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR BROTHER MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN THIS TIME OF NEED. GOD WILL TRULY BLESS YOU AND EVERYONE IN YOUR FAMILY.
MAEMAE
TAMMY HAMILTON
August 20, 2009
TO THE FAMILY OF DARRICK (PEEWEE)I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I MET PEEWEE AT ACADEMY I WAS A FRESHMAN AND HE WAS A SENIOR AND HE DEFINITELY MADE THAT KNOWN.WHAT A WONDERFUL PERSON WITH A KIND SPIRIT AND A BEAUTIFUL PERSONALITY. R.I.P. "PEEWEE"
August 20, 2009
Ms. Lucas,
Words cannot even express how sadden we are about PeeWee. He was part of our family and will truly be missed!
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. May you know that although we are not there with you, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
We pray that God will watch over you and give you strentgh to carry on.
With Much Love,
Charles Wright Jr.
Earlene Wright
Gloria Wright-Dove and Family
August 20, 2009
life is full of shock and strain,and the unexpected death of a beloved friend is unutterable."pee wee" had an exhilarating quality that i envied in so many ways.i smile as i reflect on our days from 17th st,to our battles on the b-ball court.i send my deepest condolences to the family of "pee wee'and i pray that the pain of his passing subsides peacefully.may god bless all of you !
We Love You
August 20, 2009
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.
DARNELL,DeANDRE,MARK, McLAURIN
August 20, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
BARBARA /McLAURIN - LUVINE
August 20, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Gwendolyn Cooley
August 20, 2009
Wow words can not express at the moment what I am feeling but I know the Lord has the words to heal and comfort all who are hurting.
To the Lucas family Darrick (Pee Wee) will be truly missed for he was one of the PEACE KEEPERS, one with a goal, one with a desire to do and give his best. He touched many lives for he was sincere in his walk.
My prayers are with you all, to his friends remember Academy, the study halls,the Black History Club, the cafeteria, the football games, the jokes, the laughter and D's outlook on life. "Weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning".
We can keep Darrick allow by allowing ourselves to grieve and yet remember the times shared. Be a role model for, He was a Role Model for all He handled his business.
Ms. Gwen
Cheryl, Chris and Sport Ross
August 20, 2009
Ms. Delores, Darian and Tasha,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Helen Gamble-Johnson
August 20, 2009
Lois,
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. Darrick was always gracious, respectful and loved by those who knew him. I will never forget the great fun we had raising our children as a "Village" and they knew it. We did our best to take care of one another. My prayers are with you all.
With much love.
Jauntel Youngblud(Tate)
August 20, 2009
Lois, Fatty & Tarsha,
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of PeeWee. I remember us all growing up like brothers & sisters, coming to your house on 17th Street & PeeWee filling in as the big brother. I can still see us playing and joking around. I will keep all of you in my prayers as you go through this difficult time. Peace & Blessings.
Jauntel
Mr. Larry A Gamble
August 20, 2009
There are not enough words to describe a true friend, and Mr. Darrick Lucas Aka (Pee Wee) was just that, there were no hidden agendas with him what you see is what you get. He always kept it real with you, funny , he would always keep you laughing, with the kindred spirit that he had.You will truly be missed. R.I.P my Brother. And to Mrs. Lucas and Tarsha, Darian, may God keep you and hold you in his arms.
Julie Johnson
August 20, 2009
My condolences to Darrick's family. I graduated with Darrick from Academy High School in 1987. My father also passed away Friday, so I share in your grief and sorrow and heartbreak. God must have been calling all the good guys home that day. Darrick was way too young and I know he will be sorely missed. May your memories and your faith in God get you all thru this.
Julie Bowers Johnson
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