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Lucas Coons Obituary

Lucas N. Coons Lucas Norman Coons, age 22, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 26, 2014. Born January 17, 1992 in Chambersburg, he is the son of Curtis Norman Coons and Kelli Gettel Coons both of Chambersburg, PA. A 2010 graduate of Chambersburg Area Senior High School, Lucas continued his education, where he had attended Harrisburg Area Community college. Most recently, Lucas was employed at Letterkenny Army Depot as a welder. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, hunting, playing basketball, skate boarding, snowboarding, music, cars, and working out. A compassionate and loving person, Lucas could always put a smile on your face. In addition to his parents, Lucas is survived by his step mother, Angie Coons of Chambersburg, PA, his brother, Logan C. Coons (wife Lynsay) of Chambersburg, PA, his paternal grandparents, Norman and Mary Jane Coons of Dry Run, PA, maternal grandparents, Wayne and Sally Gettel of Chambersburg, PA, step brother, Elam "Zach" Oberholzer (wife Shyla) of Rockhill Furnace, PA, step sister, Tasha N. White (husband Chad) of Chambersburg, PA, his girlfriend, Athena Barbour of Chambersburg, PA, nephews, Jaxon N. Coons and Ethan White, nieces, Savannah White and Addie and Avery Oberholzer, his uncles, Dennis Coons (wife Sharon) and Gregg Gettel (wife Debbie) and Gary Gettel (companion Suzanne), and his Aunt, Debra Medley (husband Ken). In addition, Lucas is survived by numerous cousins and extended family. Funeral services will be held in honor of Lucas on Monday, December 1, 2014 at 10 AM in the Chapel of Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 333 Falling Spring Rd., Chambersburg, PA; where Rev. Dr. Meagan Boozer will officiate. The family will receive friends in the funeral home on Sunday, November 30, 2014 from 6 8 PM and one hour prior to the service on Monday. Interment will follow the service in Norland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his name to Habitat for Humanity, 23 North Third St., Chambersburg, PA 17201 or to the United Way of Franklin County, 182 South Second St., Chambersburg, PA 17201. Online condolences may be offered on his Book of Memories page at www.geiselfuneralhome.com

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Published by Public Opinion from Nov. 29 to Nov. 30, 2014.

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Gary Gettel

November 25, 2015

The anniverary of our tragic loss will soon be upon us. I have done my best to turn the corner and move on with life just as you would want us to do, Lucas. I promise to help those still struggling with their loss to do the same. Always on my mind and in my heart. Love Uncle Gary

Uncle Gary Gettel

November 25, 2015

With the anniversary of our tragic loss coming up I would like you to know Lucas that I have done my best to turn the corner and get on with my life as you wish all of your family and friends to do. I will strive to help others who aren't quite there yet, I promise. Always on my mind and in my heart. I love you and miss you everyday. Love, Uncle Gary

October 14, 2015

Lucas ... your Dad misses you so much ! Love you my son !
"see you again"

Love, Pops

Mom

December 8, 2014

Forever in my heart Lucas. I Love you and miss you so much. Mom

Tara Kyle

December 7, 2014

Kelli, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Desiree ouellette

December 4, 2014

I don't know the family but Luke was a good friend of mine in high school and a good friend of me and my husband over the past couple years. You are all in our prayers and thought and we send our condolences. He was a good person and I'm so sorry for your lose.

Tracey Killinger

December 4, 2014

My prayers go out to your entire family... It's extremely hard losing a child.

Cindy Ryder

December 3, 2014

Deepest condolences. I haven't seen you Curtis since high school, but well know the devastation you and your family are suffering. My family will keep you in our prayers.

December 3, 2014

My heart goes out to you Curtis & Logan.
I hope you find comfort in your memories and hold them close. Its such a tragic loss and no words can express my sympathies.

December 2, 2014

Our prayers and sympathy is with the entire family. Losing a child is so hard, but please Trust the Lord to get you through this. We use to pick Luke up at school when we got Jamie. He was always so sweet and polite. God bless you all. Bill & Linda Rice

December 2, 2014

I don't know the family but you all have been in my thoughts and prayers. He was way too young.

Susan Wietry

December 2, 2014

Kelli - please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Carmel Jenkins

December 1, 2014

Kelli,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.

Pamela Perry

December 1, 2014

Although I don't know the family but know your pain is unbearable. My brother and daughter knew Lucas. They only spoke of good things. May your memories lighten the sadness of such a great person and be blessed with the time spent with him. Prayers and God bless.

Gina Schooley

December 1, 2014

My thoughts and prayers to all of you especially Curtis, Kelli, and Logan. Duane, Gina, Noel, Lauren, and Cameron Schooley

Dawn Hamsher

December 1, 2014

Continuing to pray hard for the family. My heart is with you all. Lean on God -- He will provide comfort and strength.

Becky Chilcote

December 1, 2014

Angie, I am so very sorry for your loss. There are never words enough during such a tragic time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Regina Polito

December 1, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is heavy for all of you. Keep the good memories close and know that prayers and love are being sent your way.

Elizabeth Myers Robinson

December 1, 2014

Curtis & Angie,
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap you in his loving embrace to give you strength during this most difficult time.

December 1, 2014

To the family so sorry for your loss!

Tony and Dee Mullins

December 1, 2014

God Bless The Coons family and give you strength to heal!! We are aware of a sudden departure of our young ones and know God will stay close to help carry you through this pain.

Kristy Bonebrake

December 1, 2014

Thoughts and prayers during this tragic moment. I'm so sorry for your loss

Karen Miller/Rehn

November 30, 2014

Curtis and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I pray God comforts you. My sincerest sympathies.

Sandy Blair (Aubrey's Aunt)

November 30, 2014

Your family will be in my prayers I am so sorry for your loss

Torrie Thomas

November 30, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.

Lori Gearhart-Kolinski

November 30, 2014

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the Coons Family during this difficult time.

Pam Eshelman

November 30, 2014

May God Bless you all and give you strength to heal!! R.I.P. Luke

November 30, 2014

I am praying for God's comfort for your family. In deepest sympathy, Rhetta Martin.

June & esh Gearhart

November 30, 2014

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers god bless each of you during this difficult time

Tracilynn Crouse

November 30, 2014

My prayers for strength & healing for ALL of you.

Nicholas Souders

November 30, 2014

I m so so sorry for your loss. Luke was a great young man which I am glad to have known. Another young soul taken from everyone far earlier than expected. Luke u will be missed and always remember in our hearts. Love Ya Bro

November 30, 2014

God be with the family

Ray and Brenda Earnest

November 30, 2014

So very sorry to hear of this. Please know that as friends, we grieve with you in hopes that by sharing, we can ease your burden of grief. Our prayers are with you.

Sue Zeigler

November 30, 2014

My deepest condolences to Kelli, Curtis and Logan. May God Bless you all and give you strength to heal from this tragedy !

Charlotte Carbaugh

November 30, 2014

So sorry for your loss.He was a great guy. Came to my house a lot.He will be missed.

Carolyn Thomas

November 29, 2014

So sorry for yor loss,may God give you strength to get through this difficult time.

Robin Gearhart-Sayler

November 29, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this
Most difficult time.

Todd, Lisa, Nicholas, Coltin & Dylan Bowling

November 29, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this heart-wrenching time. May you find comfort in all of the happy memories you have of Luke.

Marcy Riley

November 29, 2014

What a loss to the family and friends. Luke was such a great young man, who made the world smile when he was around. My prayers are with his family. May god bless you and hold you through this.

Emery III, Lisa, Mary, Emery IV, Anna, Clara, and Elaine Etter

November 29, 2014

Our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.

Dad Coons

November 29, 2014

I love you Lucas! I am going to miss you dearly !

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