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Jerry Lucas Obituary

SPRINGFIELD — Jerry E. Lucas, Sr., 67 of Springfield, formerly of Gallipolis, died October 6, 2017 in the Eaglewood Care Center.

He was born in Gallipolis on May 22, 1950, the son of the late Ora and Jane Lucas. He proudly served his country in the US Navy. He retired from Pierston Trucking in Gallipolis. When he wasn't working he enjoyed bowling and watching wrestling.

He was preceded in death by his siblings Barbara George and Joan Byers.

Survivors include his wife Barbara L. Lucas, children Tara Lynn (Tom) Calvert, Carrie Dawn Durst and Jerry E. Lucas, Jr.; siblings Gary (Jan) Lucas, Vernon Lucas, Dean Lucas, Carla (Wilmar) Parsons, Michael Lucas, Wendell Lucas and Connie Lucas; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held at a later date. Richards, Raff & Dunbar Memorial Home has been entrusted with final arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Gallipolis Daily Tribune from Oct. 7 to Oct. 8, 2017.

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Les Davis

October 13, 2017

Sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Sympathy and comfort to his family. We worked with Jerry many years ago.

Les & Mary Davis

October 12, 2017

Sorry about Jerry, Barbara. Jack an Jenny Layne

Marlene Johnson Newsome, Spruce St.

October 8, 2017

May fond memories bless the family at this time.

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