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Jeffrey George Lucas

Jeffrey Lucas Obituary

Lucas, Jeffrey George Born Nov. 15, 1954, died suddenly, Friday, March 4, 2011. He is survived by his loving wife, Graziella (Semintendi), son, Air Force Staff Sergeant (E-5) Justin Lucas (Anne), daughter Brittany Lucas, parents George and Beverly (Siemon) Lucas, brother Gregory Lucas (Rhonda), and several nieces and nephews. Jeff was a self-employed professional painting contractor. Early in his career he was a gifted graphic designer. He honorably served in the United States Army in 1973, 1st Battalion 23rd Infantry Regiment. Jeff's love for our Lord was an inspiration to his family and friends. A service celebrating Jeff's life will be held Friday, March 11, at Living Springs Community Church, 190th & Halsted, Glenwood. Visitation is from 4-6 pm and service at 6 pm. The family requests no flowers.

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Published by SouthtownStar on Mar. 9, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Lucas

29 Entries

Roxanne (Young) Tesar

March 3, 2023

So sad for Jeff's family loss! Sending prayers for all of you. I knew him as a young child and then learned that he and his family had moved into my old house on Normandy. My heart goes out to you

March 4, 2012

My Dear Jeff,
It's hard to believe a whole year has gone by since you left me to be with the Lord. There has not been one waking moment where I have not thought about you and miss you so. The pain, suffering and your profound loss are still within me, however, I know you would not want for me to continue this way. I also remember what the Bible says and that is, "Blessed are those that mourn for they shall be comforted." For the past 365 days, I have been blessed and comforted by not only my faith in the Lord, but our family, friends and our church, so all is okay for now. I know that God will grace me with peace and comfort in the years ahead.
I miss our friendship and the love we had for each other. Your beautiful green eyes and grin I saw each and every day when walking in the door after work. Brittany and I cooking for you on the weekends, as you were always willing to try out a new dish. We always treasured the fact you were not a picky eater which made it a joy to cook for you! Our long walks down the "Old Plank Trail"... going to the movies on the weekends to help get us through the bitter cold winters. Miss you not sitting alongside me at church. I miss us not growing old together. We would always say to ourselves, we might not be financially set, but found comfort in knowing we would still have each other. Then once again we would turn to our Bible to, Phillipians 4:19 "My God shall supply all your need. Since you do not forget the needs of his servants, he will nor forget yours." I miss your great sense of humor and laughter, the list is endless...
I want to thank you for being the best and most perfect husband a woman could ever have. I use to think of myself as the luckiest woman alive because of you and all that you brought to our marriage. Thank you for our beautiful children. This past week I have been in AZ, visiting and helping out our beautiful daughter-in-law Anne and our precious grandchild, Gianna while our son is away serving our country. What a joy she has been to be with, but know you have been with us in "Spirit" Jeff. As I go for my morning walks in sunny Arizona, I can't help but think about us, remembering how we loved this state's beautiful blue skies, mountains, desert and saguaros. Oh yes and your golf, no matter how warm the weather was, you would be out there enjoying your favorite sport. You loved the sunshine! Justin now is the proud owner of your golf clubs, has already played a round with them, along with your brother Greg.
It is times like this that our faith is put to test. We know that we must accept your passing and give thanks for the wonderful times and memories you left us with, which will be cherished and treasured forever, along with the wonderful legacy you have left for us your grandchildren and great grandchildren to come. I know you are finally at peace my husband. God grants us with many gifts in life, and I thank Him, for blessing me with you as my special gift of a husband which I will forever hold dear to my heart, until we meet again.
I would like to end this for now with this verse I found: "But the one that we call husband is the one who we attach our heart and live as one, with solemn oath that until death do we part."
Love you always and forever Jeff.
From your loving wife,
Graziella

Our last (best) Christmas together

Brittany Lucas

March 4, 2012

Dad, I can't believe it's been a whole year. Not a minute goes by where I don't think about you. I miss you and love you so much. I would give anything to see you just 1 more time. I got into the dental hygiene program and the first thing I wanted to do was to call you and hear your voice. I can just picture your voice in my head. That will never change. I'm going to always want to share things that happen in my life with you. I'm going to always wish you were there. I'm going to always wish I could change the way things are. I know you are here with us watching over your family and you are at peace. I love you with all my heart Dad.
P.S.- I'm making chicken parmigiana for Nick & I today. I remember that was your #1 specialty. You loved making that for us :)

George & Bev. Lucas

March 3, 2012

Chuck and Marty, you both were such a part of our sons lifes. We still have many laughs about the 4 of you. We appreciate your acknowledging Jeff. He was always such a great person. He was a good son, a good husband, and a great father. We all will never forget him but we do know for his sake we must go on. We know we will all meet in a better place. Look us up sometime as we'd love to see you both. The Lucas Family

Roxanne Tesar

January 15, 2012

So sorry to hear that Jeff has passed on. I have some wonderful memories as a child growing up in Normandy Villa and going to school with him. He will be missed.

Greg Lucas

January 12, 2012

Chuck and Marty thanks for sending your notes and kind words. It has been close to a year now since Jeff went to be with our Lord and I think about him every day. Jeff and I had some great times with both of you. God Bless!

Chuck Sorenson

January 11, 2012

Awful sorry to find out about this.I have alot of good memories growing up in Normandy Villa with Jeff and Greg.
Rest in peace Jeff

Marty Sorenson

January 11, 2012

I am so sorry to her this. I have nothing but very fond memories of the Lucas family from the very earliest days of my life. My sincere condolences to you all....

Bev. & Geo. Lucas

November 19, 2011

Our dear son, Tuesday was a very special day for your dad and I 57 years ago. You will always be in our hearts and minds, as our love for you will never change. We will always miss you but we know you are at peace and with the one you loved the most. Until we meet again! We love you, Mom & Dad

Roxanne Tesar

March 19, 2011

blessings to your family!

Sharon Nordstrom-Cipkar

March 14, 2011

Graziella & Family,

My thoughts and prayers reach out to you. May the support from family and friends comfort you at this difficult time.

Gregory Lucas

March 13, 2011

Dear Family and Friends:
I just want to thank each and every one of you for all of the prayers that have been sent to all of our family. The prayers and the concern that each of you have had for us have helped us in getting through a very trying time in our lives.
Friday night was Jeff's funeral and we spent the time celebrating his life. We had a very special guest be amongst us that evening and that guest was God. Obviously not in person, but in His spirit.
Many lives we're changed that evening amongst the people that came to say good bye to my brother. There were family members (some that we have not seen in many years), friends of Jeff's that he played golf with on his Monday league, his friends from church, members of the bible study group he was involved in, some of the friends of my parents from their church, some of my mothers friends from her golf league, some of my friends from my church and my bible study group and also some of the people that Jeff had either worked for or with over his lifetime.
Lives were changed that evening as God had touched many hearts through His word in scripture and song.
The first person that approached me after the celebration told me that the message had saved his life. That he had been dealing with depression in his life for many years. I had talked with some young girls that told me that they were going to start going back to church and numerous others who told me that the way God spoke to them was they were going to evaluate their own relationship with our Lord.
I'm not sure who or how many people that God saved that evening, but I do know that Jeff's life on earth here has made a great impact on many many lives.
My prayer as we go through this is that my family grow even stronger in the faith that we have in our father in heaven. Also that we use our testimonies from this to spread God's word and how He is the one that is helping us get through this storm.
I also pray for each of you who may be dealing with situations just like this. I pray that you either have found some of the answers that you were searching for or at least have been able to understand where to start looking for the answer and that is where Jesus will come in.
Our lives here are very short on this earth so let's try together in making an impact on this crazy world. The only thing that is solid and never changes in our lives is the love that our Lord has with his people. He wants us with him after we leave this place.
My brother may have had only 56 years on this earth, but they were quality years. His life had touched many of your lives and he will never be forgotton.
We love you Jeff and we will see you when our time on earth is finshed.
God bless each of you!
Your brother in Christ and Jeff's brother on earth.
Greg

Gregory Lucas

March 12, 2011

March 12, 2011
Dear Family and Friends:
Words will never be able to describe our time together last evening celebrating Jeff's life together. When you have a special guest like we had attend and that was our Lord. Not physically of course, but his spirit was definately present.
We laughed together, cried together, saw friends and family members that we haven't seen in years, talked about old times and also what is going on in our lives today.
The singing, sharing of stories and hearing God's word helped to put some kind of meaning to a tragic end for Jeff's life here on earth.
There is no doubt that our brother Jeff is with his maker that he loved so dearly. Many of you that came last evening had some of your questions answered on how something like this could happen to a special person like my brother.
Some of you still have many questions to be answered. To you I would say they will come. Maybe not in our time, but in God's time.
Then you have those who are just plain mad at God and are asking if there is a God why didn't he stop this from happening. God has big shoulders and it is ok to have these questions and feelings, but don't let your emotions make you look to the wrong places for the answer. Look in His word.
We all have heard the saying "peace that passes all undersanding." Some of you know exactly what that means and to some that may be very unclear.
To those of you who have not been able to wrap your arms around this yet and find any peace. My prayer for you is that you may seek help from those who care for you. Now there are some of you that this may have opened up some old wounds. My prayer for you is that you heal quickly. God may be wanting you to step up and help a hurting person through your testimony. I kow that I have been blessed numerous times this week knowing that others in the kingdom of God loved me enough to wrop their arms around me and listen. God also gave them the right words at the right time to say to me.
There are no guarantees here on earth so don't take a chance missing an opportunity to know the Truth. The Truth will set you free and you will find that eternal life that my brother is now a part of. May God Bless each and every one of you.
Love
Greg Lucas

~ Gregory Lucas, Granger

Martha Nuckols

March 12, 2011

Dear Graziella, Justin, Anne and Brittany,
It is with sadness I read of the passing of your husband and father. I so remember the dear family who came to Longwood School and the delightful little boy, Justin, who was a part of my Kindergarten class. I was honored to be a part of your lives that one short year. Please know fond memories are running through my mind and I pray God will one day grant you the peace that fond memories can bring. May God Bless and keep you...

Much love,

Larry Gates

March 11, 2011

Greg, so sorry to hear of your brother's passing on and want to let you know that Jan and I are praying for you and family.

Eric Ross

March 11, 2011

My deepest sympathy to you at this time of sorrow. Im horrible and dont know what to say in situations like this but I do know that Uncle Jeff is in God's care now and what better care could we ever ask for? Now I pray for your comfort in the days ahead. God bless you and keep you in His tender care and love for all eternity. I love all of you Graziella, Britanny, and Justin. We will always be here for you

March 10, 2011

To all of Jeff's family, we are so sorry for your loss. Jeff was a fun, humourous, talented man and we so enjoyed our time with him. Our thoughts are with all of you. Debi and Bob

March 10, 2011

Greg and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your brother, son, father, uncle and husband. We are all praying for you. May God bless all of you and be with you through this time of need. Your friends at Hallmark, Bruce.

Mark & Debbie Borkowski

March 10, 2011

To Greg and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy at this time of your loss. Debbie and I are hurting right along with you. Please express my condolences to George and Beverly, our hearts break along with theirs. I will keep you in my thoughts my friend at this tough time. Lean on God and He will see you through this.
Warm regards,

Trina Keene

March 10, 2011

Justin and Family,

We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Our family is heartbroken for you all. Please know that you are all in our prayers. Much love and sympathy to you all...Trina and Brian Keene and Family

Mike & Kris Watson

March 10, 2011

Please know that we are praying for God's peace to surround you and your family in this most difficult time.

March 10, 2011

Dear Graziella,
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lee and Fran Shirer, Homewood, IL

Emily Furst

March 10, 2011

Dear Graziella
It saddens me to hear of Jeff's passing. Grazeilla, your strong faith will carry you on and know that family and friends are by your side during this difficult time.

Pamela Bantleman

March 10, 2011

Dear Graziella & Famiy

I did'nt meet Jeff but I know he was a wonderful person from all the things I use to hear about him from my beloved cousin Graziella I pray that God gives you all the strenth to carry on all my love Pam

Mark Gineris

March 9, 2011

Dear Graziella,

I was much saddened to learn of Jeff's passing. He was truly a wonderful guy. You know of course, there is no death. There is only change. Jeff will always be alive in you, your children, and in everyone whose life he touched. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Elena Zanfei

March 9, 2011

Graziella, my heart goes out to you and your entire family. I was shocked to hear of this and It's so hard to believe that someone as kind, loving and as full of life as Jeff was, is no longer with us. He is a dear friend and I can only hope that your intense sorrow might be somewhat eased in the knowing that Jeff is with his maker, in heaven, awaiting the arrival of the rest of his family and friends in future years. I will keep him and you in my prayers and thoughts. If there is anything I can do to help, please don't hesitate to ask; I am always here. I am privileged to have known him.

Missy,Leo,Jimmy,and Jordan

March 9, 2011

Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Lean on your friends and family for strength, and always remember how much you are cared for.

David Demel

March 9, 2011

Dear Lucas' Family-
I only got to meet Jeff briefly from the many times I've been over to Greg & Rhonda's house during Bible Studies, and yet his legacy continues in the wonderful work/painting he's done, the great work ethic he was known for, and especially for his passionate love of our Lord. Our family expresses our deepest sympathies and condolensces. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Our Love, The Demels (David, Linda, Lucas, Thomas & Anna)

Rhonda Lucas

March 9, 2011

Dear Graziella, Justin, Anne, Brittany, Mom & Dad, "I pray that out of His glorious riches, He may strengthen you with "Power through His Spirit in your inner being." Eph 3:16
My heart breaks for all of us at the loss of Jeff. One thing I do know is that Jeff is with Jesus and their having a wonderful chat. Big Hug! Love you and will always be here for you.
Rhonda

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