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LUCAS, Clarence

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On August 24, 2015, Clarence passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side at the age of 94. Clarence was known for his caring and generous nature, good humor, strong work ethic and love of life itself. He spent the first part of his life farming in the Mazenod, Saskatchewan area. Clarence retired to Kelowna where he enjoyed travelling, playing bridge, tending his rose garden and fixing things. He was a dedicated and supportive father and grandfather. Clarence had two daughters, Judith Bethune and Bernice Lys (Bill); six grandchildren, Tracy, Crystal (Keith), Jade, Patrick (Lesley), Stephen (Catherine) and Natasha; six great grandchildren, Alicia, Lucas, Jasper, Taylor, Jessica and Tristen. Predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Louise (2000) and his daughter Bernice (2011). A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at 1:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation, 2268 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 1T2, or the St. Paul’s United Church, 3131 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC, V1W 3S9.   For those wishing to send a condolence, photos or share memories, may do so by scrolling down this page to the area called “Share Your Condolences.”

This service will be Live Streamed on Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at 1:00 pm PST.

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Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at 1:00 pm

Location
Springfield Funeral Home

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The service for LUCAS, Clarence is scheduled for Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at 1:00 pm. Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.

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  • jim and darlene purdy says:
    August 29, 2015 at 8:30 am

    we were saddened to hear of the passing of our uncle clarence. we will always remember his kindness, generosity, and the sense of humour we were treated to as kids. (i still remember his “whisker” rubs). our thoughts are with you.
    jim and darlene. (youngest son of bea and orval purdy)

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    • Judi Bethune says:
      August 29, 2015 at 11:44 am

      Thank you for your kind thoughts. The service will be live streaming so you may watch it on the internet through Springfield Funeral Home website if you wish.

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  • Ray/Linda GLasrud says:
    August 30, 2015 at 8:57 am

    I have many fond memories of growing up with the Lucas family as our neighbors. Our thoughts are with you.

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  • Terry Lys says:
    August 31, 2015 at 6:52 am

    Sincere condolences on the passing of Mr Lucas. We wore rubber bands around our wrists when we cleaned geese after hunting season because he said the bug(s) couldn’t jump over them and crawl up our arms. Could never tell if he was serious or joking again.

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  • Lynnette MacKay (Nahirney) says:
    September 1, 2015 at 10:54 am

    Mr. Lucas was always very kind to me. As a young child, I remember he would help me to pick the best Bing cherries from his backyard trees. But most memorable was his generosity when in 1989, he agreed to supply and ‘chauffeur’ his Motorhome for me and five others to our High School Graduation at KSS; everyone was so impressed with these resources and I think Mr. Lucas had a good chuckle too!
    I send big hugs to the family and please know my thoughts and memories are with you.

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  • Ken Jackson says:
    September 1, 2015 at 2:23 pm

    I was saddened to hear of the passing of Uncle Clarence. I have so many fond memories of spending time with him at moms or on the farm, be it Christmas (skating on the slough), Easter (picking rocks), or spending the harvest working as best as a city kid could to learn about farming, driving grain trucks, moving augers etc. And oh that lovely well water!!!! At least the slough was great to swim in. Spending time in Sicamous in the summers, Learning to play hearts, crib or bridge the Lucas way, interesting times for 12-13 YR OLD to play those games with the uncles. No taking it easy on the kid. I learned so much from Uncle Clarence and he was certainly part of moulding me into the man I am today. It is with much regret, that I am not able to attend the service tomorrow, but my heart, thoughts and prayers will be with you all….. Love Ken Jackson

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    • Judi Bethune says:
      September 1, 2015 at 7:36 pm

      Thank you for your kind thoughts. The service will be live streaming so you may watch it on the internet through Springfield Funeral Home website if you wish.
      Check the obituary page for Clarence before the service and you will find a link.

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  • Patricia Lys says:
    September 1, 2015 at 3:30 pm

    My condolences to the family for your loss. I remember Mr. Lucas as being an intelligent, thoughtful and considerate man. But most of all I remember his sense of humor, it always left me a bit off-kilter.
    My thoughts are with you.
    Patricia Lys

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  • Lorne Purdy says:
    September 1, 2015 at 3:52 pm

    We just learned of Uncle Claarence’s passing yesterday. Our prayers and our thoughts go out to you during this difficult time. We have several memories of Unlce Clarence and Auntie Louise. They came to visit us when we lived in Kelowna in the early 70’s. When Judy and I got married we couldn’t afford a photographer so he graciously offered to be the official “picture taker” as he had a quality 35mm camera. We appreciated it very much. Of course we think of him every time we review our wedding photographs. Our thoughts about Uncle Clarence are those of a most gracious, kind and gentle human being. We will continue to remember him.

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