William Ogden Luckey

William Ogden Luckey

William Luckey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 23 to Feb. 24, 2008.
William Ogden Luckey, 71, of Lufkin, was born April 1, 1936, in Jasper, Texas, the son of the late Ethel (Shires) and Bill Luckey. He passed away on Thursday, February 21, 2008, in a Lufkin hospital. Mr. Luckey was a retired commercial painter. He served his country with military service in both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy. Mr. Luckey enjoyed raising his cows and pigs, loved to trade with people, and loved all aspects of farming. He was a member of Keltys First Baptist Church. Survivors include his four sons, Mark Luckey of Houston, Michael Dwayne Luckey, William Earl Luckey and Billy John Luckey, all of Lufkin; his one daughter, Nova Joyce Ferguson of Huntington; brother, Clifton Luckey of Memphis, Tennessee; sister, Billie Yates of Lubbock; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; as well as a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Preceding Mr. Luckey in death were his parents; one brother, Donald Ray Luckey; and one sister, Rose Garlington. Pallbearers will be Clyde Fussell, James Brooks Williams, Sam Wells, Timothy Wilkinson, Jimmy Wayne Williams, and Ronald Wells. Honorary pallbearer is Dakota Brooks Williams. Services for Mr. Luckey will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, February 24, 2008, in the Gipson Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Nathan Scoggins officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in the Gann Cemetery. Gipson Funeral Home; Randall Scogin, director

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August 22, 2024

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February 18, 2019

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March 20, 2008

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Ben R Wallace

August 22, 2024

William and I were classmates at Mabel Melear Elementary. At recess there were marble games for keeps and William always won. He was a good friend and gave me a lot of marbles.
Ben R Wallace

kenneth nowlin

February 18, 2019

I still miss Pops as we all called him..he was such an awesome friend and will never forget the times we laughed and shared our love for those Dallas Cowboys!!

Shianne Russell

March 20, 2008

I never really knew my grandfather..uncle Mark (sparky) told me a lot of great things about him. I never saw him from when I was about 5 til this February when he was put in the hospital I wanted to say so many things to him but never found the courage to talk to him or never the words to say to him...I wish i could've got to say something to him before he died..

Kathryn Nowlin

February 25, 2008

Tho my heart is heavy and my days are not yet done I carry with me the treasures of friendship and love of a man with a big heart and kindness so rare in this world.
Thanks POP for you being in my life.
Love to all

Renae

February 25, 2008

Pop's , that's what I called him , was a kind and generous man , with a big heart ! He will be greatly missed !
Rest in peace with the Lord .

Kenny Nowlin

February 25, 2008

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 1998-2008

Tasha Bush

February 24, 2008

My only memory of Mr. Luckey was one that i will never forget. I was sitting in Earl and Marie's livingroom and Mr. Luckey, mark, Marie, and my dad were there. Mr. luckey was trying to get a cow prod to work so he could get all of the cows into the stalls. He tried everything we suggested and even a few things that we didn't. All of a sudden he stops and looks at the end of the prod and puts his hand across it. Everyone yelled NO.....and hits the button. His hand swung through the air and his eyes rolled back and he screamed like never before. Everyone busted out laughing.

He was a good man and my thoughts and prayers go out to our family.

Addie Rogers Wareing

February 24, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lucille Luckey- Hale

February 23, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

sharon

February 23, 2008

Mr Luckey was one of the most pleasant persons that I spoke with on the phone,he was always polite.I think I speak for all of us in customer service at HSB. He will be missed. He has gone home to the Lord.

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