LUCKIE, Charlie Jr., passed away peacefully at his home on March 19th with loved ones by his side. He is survived by his brothers and sisters: Georgia Horney, Sarah Brown, Robert Luckie, Travis Luckie, Jane Burkett, Bonnie Tibbs, Calvin Luckie and Jewell Conway, his children: Carole Richardson, Cynthia Knight, Matthew Luckie and Lauren Luckie, 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He is predeceased in death by his son, Charles Luckie and daughter, Cathy Waddington. Charlie was born in Montgomery, AL in 1927. He served in the US Navy, was aboard the USS Midway CV-41 during it's shakedown cruise and later served in the US Army Reserves. Charlie graduated from Emory University School of Law, worked for many years at the MacFarlane Ferguson law firm in Tampa, FL and was known as one of Tampa's top litigators. After leaving Tampa he worked in private practice in Dade City and Brooksville, FL. He was a member of the Florida Bar for 60 years; a past president of the Rotary Club and a Paul Harris Fellow. Charlie was also a Little League volunteer and loved watching his children compete in team sports. He loved hunting, fishing and hiking. But most of all, he loved his children, grandchildren and family. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 24 at 4pm at the First Presbyterian Church, 37412 Church Avenue, Dade City, FL
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Rest in peace. I will remember you fondly.
Juli Bitler
March 28, 2013
A gentleman and best friend who loved his family. A true professional in his business. A "country lawyer" second to none. Will miss his wise counsel.
Jim Kimbrough
March 22, 2013
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