Obituaries Related to "Lucas" from New York Times Archive
Frank Lucas Dies at 88; Drug Kingpin Depicted in ‘American Gangster’
His rise from poverty to riches through a drug-smuggling enterprise was a larger-than-life tale of ambition, organization and ruthless brutality.
Carrie Ann Lucas, Champion for Disabled Parents, Dies at 47
Ms. Lucas, who lived with multiple disabilities, met resistance when she sought to adopt her niece from foster care. So she helped change the law.
C. Payne Lucas, Leader in Aid to Africa, Is Dead at 85
Mr. Lucas helped found Africare and, with help from African-Americans, built it into a leading nonprofit promoting economic development.
Reggie Lucas, Versatile Guitarist and Producer, Dies at 65
In the 1970s, Mr. Lucas worked with Miles Davis. In the 1980s, he produced Madonna’s first album and wrote her hit song “Borderline.”
Cornel Lucas, Photographer Whose Portraits Defined Film Stars, Dies at 92
Mr. Lucas combined his patience, talent for lighting and large cameras to create memorable images of subjects like Marlene Dietrich, Lauren Bacall and Gregory Peck.
Maurice Lucas, Bruising Forward for Trail Blazers, Dies at 58
The prototype for a power forward, Lucas joined with Bill Walton to lead Portland to its only N.B.A. championship in 1977.
Louis R. Lucas, 70, Lawyer in School Desegregation Era, Dies
Louis R. Lucas, a Tennessee lawyer who came to prominence in the drawn-out battles over school desegregation and busing resulting from the Brown v. Board of Education decision of 1954, died on Monday in Memphis. He was 70 and lived in suburban Germantown, Tenn. He died after a long illness, his family said.
Paid Notice: Deaths LUCAS, MARCIA ANN (NEE MARTIN)
LUCAS--Marcia Ann (nee Martin). Of Ringwood, on March 11, 2005. Born in New Haven, CT, and formerly of Tenafly. Beloved wife of Roy Lucas. Devoted mother of Alison Lucas-Kunert of Ringwood; Nicole Lucas Haimes of Venice, CA; Craig M. Lucas of Ridgewood; and Evan T. Lucas of Phoenix, AZ. Loving grandmother of Daniel Austin Lucas, Gabriella Anne Lucas, Lucas Julian Haimes and Max Theodore Haimes. The family will receive their relatives and friends Monday, from 2 to 4 PM, and 7 to 9 PM, at Vander P ...
C. Payne Lucas, Leader in Aid to Africa, Is Dead at 85
Mr. Lucas helped found Africare and, with help from African-Americans, built it into a leading nonprofit promoting economic development.
Paid Notice: Deaths PENA, LUCAS
PENA-Lucas. June 28, in NYC. He is survived by his first wife, Rosa Pena and her children Dinorah, Rose, Lucas Jr., and his second wife, Yolande B. Pena and her son Reynaldo Pena; his grandchildren Christopher, Amanda, Cynthia, Lucas III, and Leander. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, at 10 AM, at St. Ignatius Loyola, at 84th St and Park Ave. Friends may call at Frank E. Campbell, 1076 Madison Ave at 81st St, on Tuesday, 7-9 PM and Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
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Dickey Betts, Fiery Guitarist With Allman Brothers Band, Dies at 80
He traded licks with Duane Allman and proved to be a worthy sparring partner. He also wrote, and sang, the band’s biggest hit, “Ramblin’ Man.”
Dinh Q. Le, Artist Who Weighed War and Memory, Dies at 56
His most famous work — collages of Vietnam War photographs, popular film stills and Western imagery — focused on a history of his homeland that he feared was being lost.
Bob Graham, Former Florida Governor and Senator, Dies at 87
After the 9/11 attacks, Mr. Graham became an outspoken critic of President George W. Bush’s response and voted against invading Iraq.
Ken Holtzman, Who Pitched Two No-Hitters for the Cubs, Is Dead at 78
He was part of the Oakland A’s dynasty in the ’70s. He was also the winningest Jewish pitcher in Major League Baseball, surpassing Sandy Koufax.
Carl Erskine, a Star Pitcher of the Dodgers’ Glory Years, Is Dead at 97
The record-setting pitcher known as Oisk in Brooklyn was the last surviving member of “The Boys of Summer.”
Whitey Herzog, Hall of Fame Cardinals Manager, Dies at 92
He won three pennants and a World Series as the St. Louis skipper, promoting what was called “Whiteyball,” combining speed, defense and pitching.
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