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Donald Lucente Obituary

Donald J. Lucente, 75, of 701 Mitchell St., died Friday, October 29, 2010 at his home . He was born in Ithaca, son of the late Francesco and Marianne Pierri Lucente. Don attended Ithaca Schools and served with U. S. Army National Guard for 50 years, retiring as a Lt. Colonel. He was a long time Ithaca businessman. He owned and operated Empire Building Supplies, I.C.C. Warehouse and was a residential and commercial landlord for many years. Don is survived by his children, Michelle (Willie) Fuller of Ithaca, Kim (Tim) Fenner of Freeville, Donnalee (Mark) Parkin and Mike (Kathy) Lucenti all of Concord, NC; his grandchildren, Nikii, Michael and Brittney Fuller, Staci (Duke) Kurick, Josh Fenner, Jennifer (Kyle) Sutherland, Brad Parkin and Jennifer and Joey Lucenti and his great granddaughter, Alissa Sutherland. Don is also survived by his brother and sister in law, Rocco P. and Waltraud Lucente of Ithaca; his nephews; friend and caregiver, Anne Parker and his beloved cat, Lucky. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his brother Joseph Lucente, his niece, Liane Lucente Jones and uncle, Padre Gaetano Pierri who is currently in the process of beatification. Funeral services will be celebrated by Rev. Leo Reinhardt on Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at 9:30 am at the Bangs Funeral Home. Entombment with full military honors will follow at the Queen of Peace Mausoleum, Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 from 5 to 7 pm at the Bangs Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Don's memory may be directed to the Tompkins County SPCA or to Tompkins County Mental Health. A complete obituary will appear in the Tuesday edition of The Journal.

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Published by Ithaca Journal from Nov. 1 to Nov. 2, 2010.

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November 6, 2010

Mike,

Brentley and I are thinking of you at the difficult time. We are so very sorry for your loss. We are hoping that the Lord will comfort you at this time.

Love and Prayers,
Brentley and Allison

Tony Ciaschi

November 3, 2010

Shelly and Kim,Im so sorry to hear of the loss of your father.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Robert 'Bob' Jankowski

November 3, 2010

Mike, Kim, Shelly, Donnalee & Family,

I learned today of Don's passing. He was a dear friend and colleague. I extend my heartfelt sympathy to you and family members. My prayers are with you. Among the many memories, I recall Don's wit, his real estate expertise, and business wisdom. In addition, it is not possible to leave out his friend, the late Lou Ross, or his many spirited exchanges with the late Hunna Johns, Mayor of Ithaca. Don will be truly missed, but he left behind a worthy legacy of insight and advice that has benefited many of us.

November 3, 2010

Shelly, Kim and family,

I am sorry for the loss of your Dad. Your family is in my prayers.

Emily (Sidle) Richardson

Jim & Shirley Herson

November 3, 2010

Dear Lucente family, We are so saddened to learn of Don's death. We have known him for many years and enjoyed a nice friendship with him. Our hearts go out to you all during this sad time. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you all.

Randy Poyer

November 2, 2010

Shelly,Kim,Donnalee and Mike your Dad was a very good friend who left me with many memories. Like the time we went to Washington DC to meet with then President Bush 1 for diner at the white House. He was one of a kind that will be deeply missed. May God Bless you all at this time.

November 2, 2010

Dear Mike,Kim we are very sadend of the passing of Donnie my father Harry Evans always enjoyed is times through is lifetime with donnie I also enjoyed listen to my father talked about the times he spent with donnie.please known our prayers are with your family through these tough times Eric Evans (odessa ,ny)&Susan Evans(Interlaken ny)

Megan Mccabe

November 2, 2010

Kim,
Sorry to hear of your loss..May fond memories continue to be vivid during this difficult time.

Darlene Armstrong

November 2, 2010

Kim,
So sorry for your dad's passing. Hugs and prayers to you and your family.

Bonnie Hockenberry

November 2, 2010

Shelly, Kim, Donnalee and Michael,
I am saddened by your dad's passing. My thoughts are with you and your families during this time of sorrow.

Rhonda Wynn

November 2, 2010

I HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF LIVING ON SPENCER ROAD, IN THOSE DAYS WE ALL HELPED OUT EACH OTHER. DON YOU WERE A GOOD LANDLORD, EMPLOYER AND FRIEND. KIM, SHELLY, DONALEE AND MIKEY...HOLD ONTO YOUR MEMORIES OF THE PAST, FOR THEY ARE GOOD ONES.

Nick and Sandy McCabe

November 2, 2010

Dear Shelly, Kim and family,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

With our sympathy,

November 2, 2010

Shelly & Kim I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you both are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Capalongo

Phil and Sally Quick

November 2, 2010

To the entire family, Our deepest sympathy and warmest wishes go to you all. He is at peace now. We know you are hurting, and wish we could erase the pain.

November 2, 2010

Shelly,Kim and Family, your in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Love, Danny & Gina Austin

November 2, 2010

Kim, Shelly, and family,

We are so sorry to learn of your dad's passing. Wishing you strength in the days and weeks ahead and comfort from the love of family and friends. Our thoughts are with you.

Kristin and Bob MacHenry

November 2, 2010

Shelly and Kim

Sorry for your loss of your Dad

Uncle Lou

Minnette Jordan

November 2, 2010

Kim and Family,

I'm so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.

November 2, 2010

Shelley, Kim and family - please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Your dad was so blessed to have such caring and loving daughters.

The Millers

Nicki Nedrow

November 1, 2010

Kim and family: So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Your dad will live on within your hearts and memories.

November 1, 2010

Shelly, Kim, Donnalee and Michael,
We are so sorry to hear of your dads passing. He always treated us with kindness and respect. We have many happy memories of old times spent together.
May God comfort you at this difficult time.

Uncle Rob & Aunt June

Mike & Lynne Smith

November 1, 2010

Don and I spent a lot of time just talking over the years. He was a good man.
My thoughts are with you.

Michael Pichel

November 1, 2010

My sincere sympathies to all of Don's family and friends. Don was a wonderful friend and business partner.

Mike & Lynne Smith

November 1, 2010

Don helped me, and plenty of others get started in business. He was a good man.
We spent many evenings discussing politics,
the past, present, and future. He will truly
be missed.

Jeff & Vonnie Ellis

November 1, 2010

Donnalee & Family

I'm so sorry for your loss of your father. I just found out today. I cannot imagine how you feel. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sheila Atwell

November 1, 2010

I am sorry to hear about your father. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Martine Sherwood

November 1, 2010

Kim & Family,

Sorry to hear about your father. I hope you are able to find comfort in your memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Terry Mingle

November 1, 2010

I send my sincerest condolences to the family. Treasure your memories. I am sure that he knew how much all of you loved and cared about him. May he rest in peace.

art thompson thompson

November 1, 2010

don may you rest in peace art

Sarah & Tom Yengo

November 1, 2010

Shelly and Kim. Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Our hope is that soon the sadness will turn to happy memories. God Bless your families.

November 1, 2010

Kim & family: I know how much your dad meant to you and I'm deeply sorry to hear of his passing. I hope you can take comfort in knowing that he could take with him the many ways that you showed him love and care throughout the years. Sending you my deepest sympathy and a big hug.
Linda Schmidt

Tracy Hammond

November 1, 2010

Kim, Donna lee & Family, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. May he rest in peace.
You are in our thoughts,
Todd & Tracy Hammond

Norfe Pirro

November 1, 2010

He was a GREAT guy. I always enjoyed coming over to the house to hang out with him. My two fondest memories are going to Owego to watch the races with him and his love he had for his bird Abigal many years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of sorrow.

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