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William Lucas Obituary
March 9, 2022
Wichita, Kansas - William "Bill" Lee Lucas, 84, retired owner of Lucas and Associates CPA firm, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2022. Bill truly fulfilled the American Dream. Born in Virginia Appalachia, he started working at the age of 10 due to barely having basic essentials. Finishing only the 8th grade, he joined the Air Force at the age of 16 with his mother signing for him. This brought him to Kansas where he eventually obtained his GED and then attended Wichita State obtaining an accounting degree. He initially worked for the IRS and then went onto Elmer Fox & Co. He eventually left Fox to start own accounting firm, Lucas and Associates. Although successful in his business, and he also enjoyed golfing and travel, his family and grandchildren gathering became his true passion and love. He successfully raised five children and he and Debby loved hosting them and their children for Sunday dinners, holidays, and summer pool days to offer a drink and show off his vocal talents and dance moves. Through all of his amazing accomplishments, he will most be remembered as a proud Papa. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at Downing & Lahey West Mortuary. Funeral Service will be at 1:00 pm, Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at Riverlawn Christian Church. Preceded in death by his parents, Robert Lee and Virgia Lucas. Survived by his wife, Debra Lucas; sons, Jerry Lucas, Eddy (April) Lucas, Brennen (Courtney) Lucas; daughters, Vicky (Dave) Caron, Tracy (Justin) Taton; grandchildren, Mallory (Adam) Johnson, Kaitlyn Burton, Jessica Lucas, Matthew Lucas, Brandon Lucas, Caroline Taton, Annabelle Taton, Ella Lucas, Olivia Lucas, Emily Lucas; great-grandchildren, Charlie Johnson, Maddie Johnson. Memorials have been established with: United Way of the Plains, 245 N. Water St., Wichita, KS 67202, or First Tee of Greater Wichita, P.O. Box 8313, Wichita, KS 67208. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com
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Michael Burke
March 23, 2023
Bill was a great person and a true gentleman in every sense of the word. It was my good fortune to have known him. He taught me a lot. For over two decades I looked forward to tax season because it presented an opportunity to spend some time with Bill. My sympathy to the Lucas family and the family of Lucas and Associates for your loss.
Michael Burke
April 13, 2022
I loved and respected Bill. He was a wonderful person. I am so sorry for your loss.
J.J. Johnson
March 24, 2022
Bill was absolutely one of my favorite people and will be DEEPLY and SINCERELY missed by so many . . . especially his family out here at FHNGC!!!! God Bless the family and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers! J.J.
Don and Karla Henry
March 17, 2022
We were saddened to learn of your loss of Bill. To Debbie, Tracy and the entire family we want to express our deepest sympathies. God bless.
The McLaren Family
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Harry Simpson
March 13, 2022
Rest William, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.
Thank you for your service to this nation. U.S. Air Force.
Mike and Jane Hamilton
March 13, 2022
Jane and I want to express our deepest sympathies at Bill´s passing. We have not seen him for many years but remember him very well. He was always very friendly and outgoing and we mourn his passing. Mike and Jane Hamilton
Ed Plopa
March 12, 2022
I never had an easier to get along with boss, mentor, golfer, friend. We shared the tragedy of 9/11 together that day on a golf course. Bill loved the game as much as everybody loved him.
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Mar
15
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Downing & Lahey Mortuaries & Crematory - West Wichita10515 W. Maple, Wichita, KS 67209
Mar
16
Funeral service
1:00 p.m.
Riverlawn Christian Church
KS
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Downing & Lahey Mortuaries & Crematory - West Wichita10515 W. Maple, Wichita, KS 67209
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