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Joseph Lucca Obituary

Joseph Lucca May 11, 1920 - March 27, 2008 Resident of Antioch Joseph Lucca died peacefully at his home in Antioch, CA at the age of 87. Born in Algeria, Joseph served with the French Navy during WWII before moving to CA. He purchased a fishing boat and worked as a commercial fisherman for 50 years, in Monterey Bay, San Pedro and Alaska. Joseph enjoyed playing Bocce Ball alongside his brothers Sal and Frank. He was considered an outstanding Bocce Ball player. Through this sport, Joseph had made many friends, whom he considered "family". Joseph is survived by his brothers Francois and Salvador Lucca, Erasme Lucca, nephews Sal, Michael and Robert, nieces Catherine, Rosalie Campbell, Patricia Bories, and many great nieces and nephews. His large family included Peggy Ferris, Joe, John, Ricky, John-John, Carlie and Keana Dine. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents Rosario and Catherine (Rappa) Lucca, sisters Rosalie Lucca and Mariette Bellici, all of whom resided in France. A vigil will be held at 7pm on March 31, 2008 at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel, 2295 Railroad Ave. Pittsburg CA. A Mass will be held on April 1, 2008 at 10am at St. Ignatius of Antioch Church, 3351 Contra Loma Blvd, Antioch CA. Memorial gifts can be made to Diabetic Youth Foundation 5167 Clayton Road, Ste.F Concord, CA 94521. Pittsburg Funeral Chapel (925) 432-2114

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Published by Contra Costa Times from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31, 2008.

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Catherine Lucca

April 1, 2008

I have many fond memories of my Uncle Joe, from his ability to cook all kinds of fish, especially Seafood to the his magic card games he'd play to entertain us when we were children.

My earliest memory of Uncle Joe was his visits to our home during the holidays. He'd entertain us kids by hiding a coin in the palm of his hand and then, would ask us to chose the hand with the coin. If we chose correctly, we kept the coin. If not, he'd make it easier the next time, until we owned all his coins. It was a simple game, but as enjoyable as computer games are to kids today.

As I look back at all the years, there is one constant quality that rises above all, and the reason why my Unlce Joe had many "life-long" friendships. He treated everyone with great respect and was respected in return.

To Uncle Joe, have a great time in Heaven. Friends and family who have passed before you, were patiently waiting for you to return home. You'll be greatly missed by those you leave behind.

Love, Your Niece, Catherine Lucca

Patricia Lucca-Bories

April 1, 2008

My father Erasme, my mother Josephine and I were all very sad learning about uncle Joe's death. We didn't live close to him but we have good memories of the times we spent together. I remember him as a peaceful man who liked telling jokes, cooking (fish specialties) and most of all who enjoyed spending time with his family. Nous t'aimons et tu nous manques.

robert Lucca

March 31, 2008

Uncle Joe was a great uncle even though I lived thousand miles away from him...he would always make me laugh with his jokes, he was always smiling. Most of what I know of him was narrated to me by my dad and uncles, from his driving "skills" to his fishing (and seafood cooking) abilities. I loved his dearly. Au revoir tonton Joe, tu nous manques.

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Unlce Joe

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Uncle Joe

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Uncle Joe with Nieces and Nephews (Catherine, Rosalie, Mike and Sal)

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