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Harold Lucas
December 30, 1932 to August 07, 2020
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Harold “Duane” Lucas, 87, of Union Twp. passed away unexpectedly Friday evening, August 7, 2020, in the emergency room of UPMC Jameson Hospital. Mr. Lucas was born December 30, 1932, in Porter Twp. (Clarion County), PA, one of 15 children to the late Ola T. and Mary Ann (Space) Lucas. His beloved wife of 68 years, the former Regina “Kay” Panciera, whom he married July 19, 1952, survives at home.
He was a 1951 graduate of Redbank Valley High School, and after returning from the service, completed a Bachelor’s of Education at Clarion University in 1960. Duane later completed his graduate studies at Westminster College, earning a Masters of Education. A proud veteran, he served in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955. Duane was stationed in Germany during the Korean Era, where he achieved the rank of Sergeant, and played the trumpet in his unit’s band.
A lifelong educator, Duane taught Driver’s Education and U.S. History at Neshannock Jr./Sr. High School for 33 years, retiring in 1993. During his tenure, he also served as Student Activity Director and Boys’ Varsity Golf Coach. Duane was a member of Holy Spirit Parish, St. Mary Church of New Castle, where he served funeral masses as an adult acolyte for many years. He was also a member of both the Pennsylvania State (PSEA) and National Education Association (NEA).
A talented woodworker, he enjoyed working on small projects at his home. Duane, along with his wife, Kay, loved traveling the country in their motorhome and spending the winter months in Florida.
Also surviving are four sons, Kenneth (Roseann) Lucas, of New Castle; Steven Lucas, of Volant; Tony (Mary) Lucas, of Great Falls, MT; and Phillip (Shawn) Lucas, of New Castle; three sisters; a sister-in-law; seven grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Duane was preceded in death by four sisters; seven brothers; and his mother and father-in-law, Clara and John Panciera.
Calling hours will be 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday (8-12-20) in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 111 W. Falls St., New Castle. Mass of Christian burial will be officiated by Fr. Anthony Sciarappa at 11 a.m. Thursday (8-13-20) in St. Vitus Church, 910 S. Mercer St., New Castle.
Lord God, you are attentive to the voice of our pleading. Give Duane eternal rest, O Lord, and may your light shine on him forever. Let us find in your Son comfort in our sadness, certainty in our doubt, and courage to live through this hour. Make our faith strong through Christ our Lord. Amen.
