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Anna Lucas Obituary
We would like to thank Duke University Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Center for trying everything possible to save her life. The nurses and staff are the best and she loved everyone there. We also thank the Roanoke Catholic School community and our neighbors for their prayers and unending support.
Anna was an avid reader, especially of topics on theology and spirituality. She loved the library. One of her poems is etched in stone in the "Reading Garden" at the Gainsboro Library in Roanoke.
Anna always had a special place in her heart for animals. Her dogs, Emma and Chloe, kept her strong to the end.
At Anna's request, final arrangements will be private. To honor her wishes, there will be a celebration of her life with family and friends at a later date.
Anna was preceded in death by her grandmother, Martha Dillon Lucas. She is survived by her loving parents, Dr. Robert S. Lucas and Dea Lucas; brother, Dillon Lucas; paternal grandfather, Luke Lucas; maternal grandparents, Angelo and Corine Demos; aunts, Ann Styron, Kay Crocker, and Dr. Lana Latham; her uncles; many cousins, along with her special animal companions, Emma and Chloe.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor and memory may be made to the Roanoke Valley SPCA, 1340 Baldwin Ave., Roanoke, Va. 24012.
Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anna Lucas
Jo Alderman Greenberg
January 21, 2010
Bob and Dea, I am so sorry about Anna. I followed your journey with her the past year through Caring Bridge. What a strong, courageous young woman she was! Anna was such an inspiration, as are both of you as you fought with her in this battle. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Fondly, Jo Alderman Greenberg (formerly of Richmond, Va)
Patricia Radcliffe
January 19, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Lucas,
I just discovered the obituary of Anna today while researching the newspaper on-line. I am so sorry to hear of Anna's death. I can still see her smiling and saying, "Hi, Mrs. Radcliffe". After we moved away, Danielle would think about Anna and call her. She wanted to call her over the Christmas holiday, but she never made that call. She is going to be heartbroken when I go home and tell her the news.
We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Love to you.
Patrice and John Sanders
January 16, 2010
Words cannot express our heartfelt sympathy for your tremendous loss. May Christ's peace be with you and ease your pain. Anna's spirit during her illness as well as your family's persistence during these difficult years is an inspiration.
Patrice, John, and family.
January 12, 2010
Dear Bob, Dea and Dillon,
My husband Pat and I heard about Anna through our son Johnny's friend in Roanoke. I used to drive Anna to kindergarten at Roanoke Catholic. She was always a saucy little girl who would leave me smiling. Rose babysat for Anna and Dillon.
We send all of you much affection and will be praying for your family. All words are insufficient now.
Sincerely, Pat, Gayle, Johnny Torres and Rose Descher Torres
January 10, 2010
Dear Bobby, Dea and Dillon,
I just wanted to express my sympathy in the loss of your daughter, Anna. She was a beautiful girl. My family and I have you all in our prayers and may God's peace sustain you.
Steve Lucas and family
Denise Stewart
January 10, 2010
Dear Dea, Bob and Dillon,
I learned of your loss today and wanted to express how sorry we are. I have such fond memories of Anna and Dillon playing with my son JP.
She was a beautiful person and I'm glad we had the chance to spend time with Anna; and you, her family. Thank you for the joy and fun times we shared. We were truly blessed to have crossed paths. I'm sorry we lost touch when we moved to Williamsburg and I failed to re-connect when we moved back.
May Anna's Memory Be Eternal.
In His Love Always,
Denise, Jimmy, JP, Nick and Sam Stewart
Bonnie and Gina
January 8, 2010
Dear Dr Lucas and Family, We are so sorry for your loss, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
The Brocks
January 7, 2010
We cannot express just how sad we are for the loss of Anna. She was a very special person with an amazingly positive attitude. We were so blessed to have gotten to know her and our children thought she was the most fun you could have when their parents weren't around. Please know that we are here to help you in any way we can. Dea, Bob, and Dylan - you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rana Sass
January 7, 2010
Dear Dea, Bob and Dillon, Your courage and strength during this time has been so admirable. The Mass in Anna's name was beautiful yesterday. The kids that knew her wit and charm were so brave and did a great job sharing bits of her personality with everyone. I will have you all in my thoughts and prayers daily.
Gennairey Covington
January 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Shea Cirbee
January 6, 2010
Dear Anna,
Thank you for being my friend when I lived in Roanoke. I miss you.
Love,
Tweedle
xoxoxoxox
Andrea Cirbee
January 6, 2010
Dea, Bob & Dillon,
Her smile...oh THAT smile...her giggle...Oh, THAT giggle! Now all the Angels and Saints in Heaven are dancing the dance, smiling the smile, and laughing the Anna laugh! Our Heavenly Father has her in His arms. What a gift you were given to have been blessed with Anna as your daughter and sister. My heart is just SCREAMING for you, SCREAMING because of our earthly wants...OF COURSE we want her here, of course it is so unjust to us...But He knows, He knew it was time. I KNOW, I KNOW she is smiling at you, showering you with love that she is completely surrounded by now.
Dillon, sweetheart, you were a great, great brother to her, and you will go through your life knowing that. That is something to be very proud of. You are a terrific young man, and although there will be tough, rough times ahead and you will get sad, and you will miss her, just try to keep close to your heart that Anna is really truly with you all of the time.
Bob, broken hearts do mend, it seems now that could never possibly even come close to happening, but it will. Someday it will. Pray. Pray together. That is what God asks of us.
Dea, my BEAUTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL friend, I wish so badly that I still lived in Roanoke, to have been your close-by-friend through these years. You lead an amazingly strong journey of Hope, Faith, Love, Wisdom and Resilience with Anna. The memories you made and the lessons learned on this incredible journey, you will take with you forever, and finally to the journey's end when you will all be with her again. Dea, you are an inspiration to so many. I am in complete awe of you. I love you dearly and I promise I will come down and see you as soon as I can.
With Heartfelt Love to you all,
Andie Cirbee, Andover, MA
Donnie Hall
January 6, 2010
I did not know Anna but I read her obituary today and was truely saddened. She was a young and beautiful girl and it is hard to understand why this happened. Always trust and believe in God's decisions because he knows what is best and will give you comfort. She fought a hard battle and now she will live in peace forever. I will pray for your family.
Ashley Hodges
January 6, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Anna's passing. I never met her, but I do know Dea from from working at CVS Ridgewood. If Anna was as sweet as her mom, I know she will be greatly missed by many. To Dea and the family, please take care and find strength in this hard time.
January 6, 2010
We are deeply saddened that Anna lost her brave fight. Our prayers to her family and friends.
The Phil Latham's, Columbia, SC
Clarence Turpin & Family
January 6, 2010
They say that in our most difficult times prayer can flood our souls with peace. Always knowing, that we don't have to fight the battle alone can give us so much courage, clarity and the peace of mind to fight on.
I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. Psalm 4:8
In the end, the truest measure of success is where you spend eternity. Nothing else really matters, but what will matter is how many hearts you've touched and whether you've placed your trust in God.
To the Lucas family keep on trusting and the memory of Anna will forever touch those who knew her.
January 6, 2010
my prayers go out to you be strong and dont ever forget the good time you had with her .
Angela Thomas
January 6, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Michael
January 6, 2010
I am thinking of and praying for Anna and her family.
Sharon Capper-Moody
January 6, 2010
I remember Anna in elementary school. She was a wonderful child with a great spirit. May her family be blessed at this difficult time. I hope Anna is smiling at us from heaven.
lisa jarrell
January 6, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Karen Love
January 6, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gordon Cole
January 6, 2010
Words can never replace A loved one, yet the loving memories shall be with you and everyone that came in contact with Anna forever.
My deepest sympathy for your family.
Anon.
January 6, 2010
I didn't know Miss Lucas. What a beautiful, young girl, taken away too soon. May you rest in peace and shine your light bright. No more suffering. To her family, hold tight to your memories and know people are praying for your comfort.
January 6, 2010
Our hearts go out to you and our prayers remain with you.
The Poggendorf Family
Elizabeth Sykes
January 6, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Anna's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this very difficult time.
David Graves
January 6, 2010
Vickie forwarded Anna's piece in the Roanoke Times and I want to let you know I thinking about you guys and my prayers are with Anna, as she is entered another journey without the pain and suffering of illness. I hope that your family can find some peace in her passing and the blessings of being her parents. If there's anything I can do for you guys please let me know.
Vicki Keneda
January 6, 2010
God Bless this family during this difficult time. I am truly sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter.
Joanna Spar
January 6, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss, but know that you will find comfort in the lovely memories of your beautiful daughter and the faith you have in God.
The Roanoke Catholic School community will miss her very much.
Sydney Spar (RCS Student) and Family
January 6, 2010
I wish i could be at the RCS memorial today. Anna we love you and are so inspired by your positivity throughout your fight! To the Lucas Family, my deepest sympathy. I'll be praying for you all.
With love,
Bunge Okeyo RCS '09
January 6, 2010
Our prayers are with you.
The Weatherman Family
Jeff / Joanna Spar & Family
January 6, 2010
Our families prayers to the Lucas family. Respectfully
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