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Niki Lucas Obituary

Niki J. Lucas Aug. 7, 1943 - Feb. 5, 2003 Mom, it has been 5 years that you have been gone. It's hard to put into words what you meant to me then and what you still mean to me now. I hope that your memory reminds everyone of your zest for life and that infectious laugh that would fill a room. For me, I'll never forget the last smile on your face and how beautiful you made that morning sky. For several months I went back trying to catch another glimpse of you through the water in the base of that hospital fountain. I hope, and know, that smile is still on your face as you watch you grandchildren grow. And although I still struggle with your passing even today-time truly does heal all wounds. Your loving son, Troy

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Feb. 5, 2008.

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Linda Colvey

February 5, 2008

Oh, Momma. The "I Wish" that goes through my heart and mind all the time. I wish I had called you more. I wish I had seen you more. I wish my kids would have known you more. David always asks who his godmother is. I wish (and hope you know) how much I think of you. Sometimes at the weirdest times...you pop up in my mind. Like today, on the way home, that Margaritta-Ville song was on the radio. Not coincidence, I'm sure. Your passing hurt Joe, Jim, and I so much because you were our "Momma" and you gave us a family to be a part of. I know you know this because you're watching....we miss you very much and I think of you more often than anyone would know.
I love you!! Linda

Karen Sims

February 5, 2008

I remember Niki as always smiling. Either with a happy smile or a 'I know something you don't know' smile. I think about her often, especially when I see her son Troy. And I know that she would be so proud of him.

Niki, save me a seat, because we all know you always get VIP.

Joe Velasquez

February 5, 2008

A mother through and through, she touched the lives of everyone she came across through her laughter, geniune love, and fiery resolve. I was blessed to have her in my life, blessed to have been fortunate enough to have two mothers in one lifetime.

Troy Lucas

February 5, 2008

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