In Memory of Raymond Lucas
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I am setting up this gofundme on behalf of Ray Lucas' family. Ray holds a very special place in my heart and in the hearts of many others. Ray has been in my life since I was a young child, his daughters babysat my brother and me; and, at the time I had no idea the impact Ray would make on my life. He was always there for me, for anyone, no matter the situation.
Ray and his family have been part of our family for 35 years. A lifetime resident of Colorado Springs, he was a skilled mechanic. Working with family owned companies, Doxey Paving for 25 years followed by Bradley Excavating for 10 years. Ray truly was part of the family. He was the first one to open the doors in the morning and here until every other team player was in at night. Ray was always there, for everyone, no matter the time. When we locked up shop Friday December 16, 2016 he gave me hug, saying " I love ya, dear" as he always did. Never did it cross my mind when I told him I loved him and to have a great weekend, that it would be the last time I got to receive one of his warm embraces.
The phone call came Saturday afternoon from his daughter, Frances. In hysterics she exclaimed, "it's my dad, they can't get him to respond. Please tell me he will be okay. I don't know what to do, I can't lose my dad." I quickly informed my father of the news. We dropped everything to go to the hospital. It was there we found out Ray had collapsed on that snowy, cold Saturday afternoon. He had gone out to put ice melt on the walk when he fell face first into the snow. A lady driving down the street whitnessed the incident and called 911. Rays son-in-law, across the street, performed CPR on him until the paramedics arrived. On the way to the hospital they revived him three seperate times. On Monday, December 19, after three long days in the hospital ICU waiting room his family and loved ones received word that Ray had little to no brain activity. The cause is still uncertain; a severe heart attack, or perhaps brain aneurysm.
This tradgic event was the last thing anyone in his family expected or needed. Ray was the backbone of his family. He took care of his wife, three girls, four grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Not to mention ANYONE who needed ANYTHING. He was constantly cooking for our employees, friends and family. He was there for me at the drop of a hat, and I know that is how he treated everyone in his life. Two of Rays daughters are fighting lupus, constantly in and out of hospital care. One, still on the kidney transplany list. The money raised here will be for whatever areas they need assistance with: medical bills, food, daily bills. etc.
Ray exemplified what it meant to have a heart of gold. He, and his family have touched so many lives, mine is just one. Although he is gone he will never be forgotten. Any assistance you can offer would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, and God Bless.
Ray and his family have been part of our family for 35 years. A lifetime resident of Colorado Springs, he was a skilled mechanic. Working with family owned companies, Doxey Paving for 25 years followed by Bradley Excavating for 10 years. Ray truly was part of the family. He was the first one to open the doors in the morning and here until every other team player was in at night. Ray was always there, for everyone, no matter the time. When we locked up shop Friday December 16, 2016 he gave me hug, saying " I love ya, dear" as he always did. Never did it cross my mind when I told him I loved him and to have a great weekend, that it would be the last time I got to receive one of his warm embraces.
The phone call came Saturday afternoon from his daughter, Frances. In hysterics she exclaimed, "it's my dad, they can't get him to respond. Please tell me he will be okay. I don't know what to do, I can't lose my dad." I quickly informed my father of the news. We dropped everything to go to the hospital. It was there we found out Ray had collapsed on that snowy, cold Saturday afternoon. He had gone out to put ice melt on the walk when he fell face first into the snow. A lady driving down the street whitnessed the incident and called 911. Rays son-in-law, across the street, performed CPR on him until the paramedics arrived. On the way to the hospital they revived him three seperate times. On Monday, December 19, after three long days in the hospital ICU waiting room his family and loved ones received word that Ray had little to no brain activity. The cause is still uncertain; a severe heart attack, or perhaps brain aneurysm.
This tradgic event was the last thing anyone in his family expected or needed. Ray was the backbone of his family. He took care of his wife, three girls, four grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Not to mention ANYONE who needed ANYTHING. He was constantly cooking for our employees, friends and family. He was there for me at the drop of a hat, and I know that is how he treated everyone in his life. Two of Rays daughters are fighting lupus, constantly in and out of hospital care. One, still on the kidney transplany list. The money raised here will be for whatever areas they need assistance with: medical bills, food, daily bills. etc.
Ray exemplified what it meant to have a heart of gold. He, and his family have touched so many lives, mine is just one. Although he is gone he will never be forgotten. Any assistance you can offer would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, and God Bless.
Organizer and beneficiary
Kali Grubaugh
Organizer
Colorado Springs, CO
Marie Lucas
Beneficiary