John Roman Lucarini

John Roman Lucarini, formerly of McDonald, a devoted family man, dedicated to US serviceman, and passionate sports enthusiast, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023, in Ocala, Fla.
Born on March 31, 1933, in Montour No. 9, to Italian immigrant parents, John's life was marked by service to his country, devotion to his extended family, and a love for the game of golf. John, also called "Luke" by many who knew him, served his country with distinction for 37 years in the air National Guard. John's dedication and leadership were recognized with his promotion to the rank of Chief Master Sergeant, and his induction into the Air National Guard Hall of Fame. John's passion for golf was well known among his friends and family, especially with the Ocala Palms community. An avid golfer, he could regularly be found playing 18 holes well into his late 80s and on several occasions John's 18 hole score was lower than his age. John was quarterback for the varsity football team and played for the varsity baseball team at Midway High School. In McDonald, PA., John was a popular and beloved manager of Little League baseball teams, known by all for his inclusion, good sportsmanship, and generosity. He was a lifelong fan and season-ticket holder of the Pittsburgh Steelers. John's faith was also a cornerstone of his life. He was a longtime member of the United Methodist Church of McDonald, PA. John's first wife, Jeanne Lucarini, preceded him in death in 1993. John's survived by his second wife, Susan Lucarini of Ocala, and his four children, Donna Selan and her husband, Paul of Oak Island, N. C., Daniel , "Luke" Lucarini and his wife Dot of Cornwall, UK, Gary "Luke" Lucarini and his wife, Renie, and J. Robert, "Luke" Lucarini and his wife Kitty, of Phoenix, Ariz. He was a proud grandfather to 11 grandchildren, 17 great- grandchildren and one great grandchild. John is also survived by his younger brother Albert Lucarini of Atlanta, Ga. and his younger sister, Virginia Williams of Phoenix, Ariz.. He was also a beloved uncle, too many nieces, nephews , grand nieces and nephews and great grand, nieces and nephews. A memorial gathering will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, December 17, 2023 at Graff-Nation Funeral and Cremation Services LLC. 220 E. Lincoln Ave. McDonald, PA. 15057. A Military Honors Service will take place Monday, December 18, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA. Everyone is asked to please meet at the Cemetery.