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LUCAS, Robert M. 99 experienced the joy of going home on January 26, 2012 at the Sterling House of Springfield. He was born in Springfield, OH in 1912, the youngest of 8 children born to Anna and Allen Lucas. After graduating from Springfield H.S. in 1931, he attended Bethune Cookman College in Daytona Beach, FL. He returned to Springfield to work as a licensed stationary engineer and an electrical maintenance person in several Springfield factoriesand the Springfield City Schools. As a much sought after, self-employed, licensed electrical contractor, heenjoyed responding to distress calls from home owners, non-profits and businesses throughout the areaat just about any hour. He received numerous community awards for his unselfish devotion to others. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 67 years, Ernestine Garrett Lucas, a son Herbert Lucas and 7 brothers and sisters. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, a son R. Gillem (Edith) Lucas of Lincoln,CA, a daughter Emily Lucas of Springfield, 4 grandchildren; Amber Lucas Brown, Edward (Nicole) Lucas, Robert E.L. (Marla) Lucas, and Kimberly (Joseph) Revels; 8 great-grandchildren, several much-loved nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends. The family wishes to thank Second Baptist Church, the staff of The Sterling House, Odyssey Hospice and Dr. Selvarajah for helping to make the last years of Robert's life comfortable and enjoyable. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 2 p.m. at Second Missionary Baptist Church, 615 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Building Fund of Second Missionary Baptist Church where Robert joyfully spent countless hours of service. www.littletonandrue.com
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Eileen Shaw
March 10, 2012
Emily, I am sorry to read about your dear father's passing. He did live a long and wonderful life with family to love and to love him. I read your moving tribute to your mother online and have been trying to reach you ever since. Please contact me through FB. God bless you and your brother.
Dr. Wanda Mundy-Stewart
February 26, 2012
Emily and Gilem: I am so sorry to here of your beloved father's passing. But you may take comfort in knowing that those who live in the Lord never see each other for the last time. God bless you.
February 21, 2012
Gillem, Julie & I want you to know that you have our deepest sympathy. Though I haven't seen your dad for many years, I still remember how welcome he & your mom always made me feel. MayGod Bless you & Yours Always.
Mark & Julie Dever
TARA DURGANS
February 18, 2012
How very blessed are those who had the utmost pleasure to be in the midst of your ever so kind father! It must give everyone instant comfort to know that in his sheer reunion with his beloved Ernestine; the dynamic duo are back together and she will happily show him the beautiful roads of heaven...where no more worldly issues shall befall him. In the loss of such a beloved and vital soul, we are left with the ongoing challenge to: be better people, love life, let the petty things of this world not devour you and help others. While his bevy of tidbits of wisdom and sense of humor shall eternally be remembered by those he met; it is his sheer humbleness and gentle spirit that should always propel each and every one of us to steadfastly endeavor to be better people.
Lonnie Bell
February 16, 2012
Condolences to the Lucas family, Mr. Lucas was a wonderful man who was always willing, and able, to help with just about anything. May God bless during this difficult time but know that it was a honor to know Mr. Lucas and his friendship meant a great deal to the Bell family.
With High Regards,
Lonnie C. Bell Jr.
Loring (Butch) Williams
February 16, 2012
Dear Gillem,
I remember your dad fondly and love to think back about my days out there on Montgomery Ave. We had some great basketball games behind my house. I saw your dad a couple of times through the years at a restaurant. he was always most cordial and really brightened up when I would ask about you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your dad. Sincerely, Loring (Butch) Williams
Debra Carter
February 13, 2012
Emily
you are in my prayers. Your dad lived a long and happy life he was a very nice person whenever he'd see me befor his memory failed him but what's to be exspected after 100 years.
Love and blessings
Debbie Browning-Carter
Dorothy Corbin-Reynolds
February 13, 2012
Emily and Family: So sorry for your loss of such a nice man. He and my father-in-law, Dr Corbin were great friends. He always had a beautiful smile on his face. God has plucked another beautiful flower for his garden. God Bless each one of you and I will have you in my prayers.
February 13, 2012
Emily & Family,
So sorry to hear of your Dads passing. We will keep you in our prayers.
Anne (Speaks) Thomas
Anne Thomas
February 13, 2012
Emily & Family,
So sorry to hear of your Dads passing. We will keep you in our prayers.
Anne (Speaks) Thomas
Brenda Beard
February 13, 2012
Emily you and your family have my condolences and are in my prayers. I remember how kind your father was when I attended North High in the 60's. I will be thinking of you and your family on the day of the memorial eventhough I will not be able to be there as we talked about.
Kareem Ayers
February 13, 2012
RIP Mr. Lucas...
I got my B-ball game going playing down at your home; and loved playing in the woods behind your house!!
Jerry Zettler
February 13, 2012
Bob:
You taught me a lot in the trade,and most cherished about life.
Tracey
February 12, 2012
A life well-lived.
Thank You Mr. Lucas!
Tanya Sizemore
February 12, 2012
Robert sat with my grandparents Ted & Dorothy every day at Sterling House. He meant a lot to them and to our family. He gave my granparents (esp. grandpa) something that he really needed....friendship. When he spoke at my Grandpa's funeral there wasn't a dry eye in the whole room....What a wonderful man..I am truley sorry for your loss. Tanya Sizemore
Gerri Collier
February 12, 2012
Emily, So sorry to hear about your father. May God be with you and grant you peace, joy, and happiness.
February 12, 2012
Gillem so sorry to read about your Dad I know you will miss him .
thinking of you in my prays .
George Rumpke
(Bo-bo)
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