David Valentino Lucas was born February 14, 1925 in Monroe County, Iowa to George and Ann (Mitrisin) Lucas.
He grew up in Lovilia and graduated from high school there. In 1948 on June 5th he married Bernadine “Bernie” Aversing. He farmed with his father for a while and then worked at the VA hospital in Knoxville, Iowa in the engineering department. David retired at the age of 55. The family moved to Knoxville in 1975.
Dave liked gardening, exercising, and traveling with his wife.
Dave, 92 years old, died Sunday, March 12, 2017 at Park Lane Village.
Preceding him in death were his parents, wife, daughter (Vicki), son (Tim) and siblings (Eldon, Elna, and Maxine).
Surviving are son, Greg (LuAnn) of Newton, Iowa and daughter Lynne (Jody) Kasal of Elberon, Iowa. Also grandchildren and many other family members and friends.
May he rest in peace.
A mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, March 16,2017 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Knoxville. Family will receive guests from 9:30 a.m. until mass begins at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to H.C.I. Care Services-Knoxville Office or to St. Anthony Catholic Church.