Robert M Lucas

1930 - 2017

Robert M Lucas obituary, 1930-2017, Harwich Port, MA

BORN

1930

DIED

2017

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Doane Beal & Ames

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West Harwich, Massachusetts

Robert Lucas Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 6, 2017.

Robert "Bob" Michael Lucas, 87, of Harwich Port, MA passed away peacefully, with family by his side, on August 5, 2017.

Robert was born January 13, 1930 in Scranton, Pennsylvania to Michael J. and Anna N. Lucas. After a childhood in Scranton, he attended MIT in Cambridge and graduated in 1951. He later went on to earn his Master's degree at Northeastern University in Boston. On May 30, 1953 he married the former Joan Anne Emery in Boston. Bob was employed as a mechanical engineer for over 35 years at Arthur D. Little, working on sophisticated projects for NASA and others, including the lunar lander and space shuttle programs. He was a natural problem-solver and had a brilliant mind for all things technical.

Bob was a beloved member of his retirement community, The Melrose, where he was admired for his ability and willingness to fix and repair anything, and for his passion for both Scrabble and Bridge. He also loved reading and doing crossword puzzles, and above all spending time with this children and grandchildren.

Bob is survived by his sister Nancy A, Egan, Johnson, RI: his three children, Peter Michael Lucas and his wife Marcie Chase of San Diego, CA, Paul David Lucas and his wife Bonnie Chasen Lucas of Melrose, MA, and Christine Anne Lucas and C.G. Schwenke of Olney, MD; four grandchildren, Valerie Ann Harbaugh and her sister Rachel Marie Lucas, and Ian Lucas Schwenke and his sister Audrey Virginia Schwenke. Bob was preceded in death by his parents Anna and Michael, and his wife Joan in 2000.

A celebration of Bob's life will be held at The Melrose, 601 Route 28, Harwich Port, MA 02646 on Sunday, September 10 2017 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM by invitation only. Please contact Christine Lucas at [email protected] for information. Donations may be made in Bob's memory to an organization of your choosing.

For online condolences, please visit www.doanebealames.com

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December 27, 2017

My condolences for your loss.
Robert Travis '77

August 28, 2017

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August 21, 2017

Cheri Morris Dawson

Christine (and Family) - You have always spoken so lovingly of your dad, my heart shares your grief in the loss of such a remarkable man. Much love, Cheri

August 14, 2017

Paul Monopoli

One day weekly, I worked the front desk and maintenance at the Melrose for many years. Bob and I always had several projects going on; his help, advice, wisdom, and special workshop-"laboratory" were invaluable. We shared many laughs and talks about life. Never one to talk ill of anyone, his expressions said it all.
A very happy, kind gentleman. My condolences to his family and his Melrose family.

August 13, 2017

Mickey Barnes

Bob was my next-door neighbor, and helped me many times, plus we played bridge together; he was probably the best bridge player here at the Melrose. I shall miss him greatly. Sincerely, Mickey Barnes

August 12, 2017

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August 9, 2017

Adra Cohen

I'm so sorry to hear about this. Bob was a very nice man. My sincere condolences.

August 9, 2017

Adra Cohen

I'm so sorry to hear about this. Bob was a very nice man. My sincere condolences.

August 6, 2017

The Staff of Doane Beal & Ames Funeral Home

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.

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