James A. Lucia
December 04, 2012
James A. Lucia, 62, of Des Moines, passed away on December 4, 2012, in the loving embrace of his family. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., on Friday, December 7, at Hamilton's Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street, Des Moines. Services will be 10 a.m., on Saturday, December 8, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 15 Indianola Avenue, Des Moines.
Jim was preceded in death by his father, Gene Lucia, and his brother, Rudy Lucia. Jim will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 42 years, Claudia, and their two loving sons, James Anthony of Des Moines and Anthony James, along with his wife Heidi and their daughter, "Precious" Mia of Des Moines; his mother, Fena Lucia; brother, Eugene, Jr. (Bobbi) Lucia, both of Des Moines; and sister, Maria Cornelius of Kansas; sister,-in-law, Kathy (Bill) Howard of Indianola and Shonnae Lundy of Des Moines; brother-in-law, Jessee (Phyllis) Weeks; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many close friends.
Jim was born September 11, 1950, to Gene and Fena Lucia, in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1968. That same year, Jim went to work for American National Can (Bemis) where he was a dedicated employee for 44 years. Jim and Claudia were married June 6, 1970. He volunteered his time coaching his two boys in all their athletics. He was a dedicated member of St. Anthony's church and felt it was important to raise his family in faith by attending Catholic schools. Golf was his second love, so his free time was spent with his close friends at Blank Golf Course.
Jim's family wishes to thank Dr. Tom Buroker, who cared for him during his illness. Memorial contributions may be made in Jim's memory to St. Anthony's Catholic Church Foundation
Condolences may be expressed at:
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dave crippen
12/06/2012
Jim was a great friend of mine from park ave. School& was locker Mate at Lincoln high. A great sense of humor, great smile, and Jim, you always be my"Pal!"
Scott and Angela Middendorf
12/06/2012
Dear Claudia, Jim, Anthony, and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. JK and Kerry spoke so highly of Uncle Jim and we know that he will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow. May God lift your spirits and bring healing to your hearts.
Sioux Chiodo-Newberg
12/06/2012
Dear Claudia and family, I was so shocked when I heard this! I had no idea of course, and I am heart broken for all of you!! You are heavy on my heart and I am praying for you all, Peace be with You! Time does heal a broken heart, but you will miss him forever! With My Love! Sioux
Ann & Amy Heaverlo
12/06/2012
Jimmy we are so sad to learn of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. Unfortunately, I am out of town and won't be able to attend visitation or the funeral but Amy will be attending.
Bob & Donna Murphy
12/06/2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Julie Antenucci
12/06/2012
With deepest sympathy, may you feel God's presence during this difficult time of sorrow.
Dave and Cathie Fegley and Family
12/06/2012
Claudia, Jim, Anthony and family,
We are so truly saddened to hear of Jim's death. Unfortunately, we are away, visiting Nicole and her family but needless to say, you are all in our prayers. There is no doubt, knowing Jim, that your hearts are filled with millions of wonderful memories. Our wish for you is that those precious memories help in some small way to ease your sorrow. He was a blessing to all who knew him. God Bless.
Marie Warren (Debbie Hensley's Mom)
12/06/2012
Jim, my prayers are with you and your family. I pray you and your family find peace in this sorrowful time. It's so hard to let a loved one go. We are never ready to say goodby. Just keep the faith your dad has passed on to you and know you will again one day embrace him and be happy with the time and the great memories he has given you. All my respect and love to you and your family. Please tell your mom or any of your family to call me anytime day or night (243-5398) if they need to talk. I've been where you are right now and I know how lonely and how it hurts worse than any pain you've ever know. Hang it and I will be praying for all of you.
Roger Kauten and Family
12/06/2012
To Jim's family our heartfelt sympathies to all of you. I worked with Jim for 24 years, and don't believe I've ever met a more personable guy than Jim. Our thoughts are with all of you during your time of loss.
Karla Hatcher Ledtje
12/06/2012
To the family, our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you.
Shonnae
12/06/2012
I loved Jim, he was always there for me and my family . Always had something funny to say . Never said a bad word about anyone . Always in my heart .Thank you Jim God Bless . Xo
Izmaud Rakiem&Family
12/05/2012
To the family of Jim Lucia,Our heartfelt prayers go out to you all.Jim will surely be missed,we worked together for 38years and I always thought that Jim was a very special person.God bless you all
Rex Bonnett
12/05/2012
claudia and family so sorry for your loss i worked with jim for 32 years he will be greatly missed. he was a great friend. my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Steve and Judy Middendorf
12/05/2012
Claudia and family. We are so sorry to hear about Jim. Lots of prayers are going out to you and your family .We will be thinking about everyone during this sad time.
Steve and Judy
Quincy,Il.
Lindsay Wells
12/05/2012
Jimmy you will be missed. We all love you.