Raymond Keith Lucas, 76 of Macclenny, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026 under the care of Macclenny Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Raymond was born in Columbia, South Carolina on July 26, 1949, the son of Klyde and Jessie (Parker) Lucas. Raymond would work for several years for the Florida Department of Corrections. He was a member of St. James Baptist Church and thoroughly attending there. He enjoyed singing, as well as golf and bowling in his younger years. He was an avid fan of the Jaguars, Clemson Tigers, and the Baker County Wildcats and enjoyed attending games when he could.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Stanley Lucas.
He is survived by his daughter, Stephanie Lucas of Altamonte Springs; grandsons, Jameson Thorpe and Jax Thorpe; siblings, Vivian Lucas and Karen (John) Rambo both of Macclenny and Warren Lucas of Jacksonville; as well as nieces and nephews.
Private services will be held.
Hawke M.T. Forbes and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the Lucas family with arrangements.
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420 East Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, FL 32063

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