Arthur Lucas

Arthur Lucas, Jr., 84 of Vermilion, died Friday, March 31, 2006 in Kingston of Vermilion. He was born August 29, 1921 in Lakewood, Ohio and has been a Vermilion resident for the past 55 years. He had also lived in Ashland and Oberlin. He worked for Freuehauf Trailer Corporation in Avon Lake for 25 years, and also worked as a realtor for Phyllis Reality in Lorain. He enjoyed going to different flea markets, antiques, and collecting. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Eula Lucas (nee Zeller), 3 daughters: Shirley Witteborg of Defiance, Patricia D'Aveta of Lakewood, and Pamela Hartle of Vermilion; 2 grandchildren; and sister, Lita Wilson of Lorain. Preceding him in death were his parents, Arthur, Sr. and Mabel Katherine (nee Posey) Lucas. Private services will be held. Contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Erie County, 1911 Superior Street, Sandusky, Ohio 44870 or the Animal Protective League of Lorain County, Inc., 8303 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, Ohio 44035.