02/23/12 - NNHS Newsletter - Dale Lucado
Robert Dale Lucado
(21 July 1950 - 20 Feb 2012)
Newport News High School Class of 1968
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02/23/12 - NNHS Newsletter - Dale Lucado
Robert Dale Lucado Newport News High School Class of 1968 |
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Dear
Friends and Schoolmates,
Here
this early Thursday morning is the sad news that's been on everyone's mind and
in everyone's heart. 
Dale Lucado, Class of
1968, passed away in
Newport News at noon on Monday, November 20, 2012 at the age of 61. Twin brother
of
Gail Lucado Phelps
('68) of VA, he was also the brother of 
Donna Lucado Dudley ('69) of VA
and Pam Lucado Phaup.
From the Daily Press - 02/23/12:
Robert Dale Lucado
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From the Daily Press - 02/24/12:
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February 23, 2012
We will miss you!
~ Nurses at Hampton Roads Specialty Hospital, Newport News, Virginia
WE LOVE YOU DALE. WE LOVE YOU, LUCADO FAMILY. Earl & Stephanie
Bolden~ Stephanie Bolden, Newport News, Virginia
Our thoughts and
prayers are with the family at this very sad time.
I can't think of
anyone who will ever be as indelibly linked with Newport
News High School as Dale. His life was changed in an
instant while celebrating with teammates and alumni. He
was an inspiration. His memory lives on. God bless his
family and his soul.
Dale, you will be remembered for your fighting spirit and the
friendship you shared with so many people. Thoughts and prayers go
out to the family and all those special friends who will miss you
and your wonderful smile. You've earned your wings, now homeward
bound. God blessed us all for having the privilege to know you.~ Janice & Wayne Mallory, Hampton, Virginia I had the pleasure of meeting Dale in 1975 when I worked at the Multi-Handicapped Center in Hampton. He was a mentor to the children and someone they could look up to. We stayed in contact for years even after I left the center. Dale was an inspiration to all who met him and had a wonderful network of friends. It is with great sadness to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. How lucky I was to
have Dale to be a part of my life! His spirit, constant
determination, sense of humor, and love of life were truly an
inspiration to all. To know Dale was to love him, whether you knew
him five minutes or fifty years. I hope that his legacy will be for
all of us to appreciate everything in our lives, and for not one
moment to take anything for granted, to love our fellow man, and to
live life to the fullest every day! I will miss you greatly, my
sweet precious friend.
DALE, YOU WERE THE
BEST MAN IN MY WEDDING AND WE WERE FRIENDS FOR ALL MY LIFE. I
WILL MISS YOU AND ALL THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD IN OLD NEWMARKET,
AND BEING TYPHOONS TOGETHER. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. TO
SIS AND GAIL AND DONNA JEAN, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
BILLY SIMS
Gail and
Family, We were blessed to have known Dale. The family has our deepest sympathy. ~ Terry and Judy Rogers Gail, Family & Friends, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will always remember Dale's smile and sense of humor. Thoughts and prayers to all. Gail, I just heard
about Dale's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your
family. Dale was an inspiration to all who had the privilege of
knowing him.
~ BILLY
SIMS, LANEXA, Virginia
My deepest
sympathy to the family of Dale. He was such an amazing
man - not many people could have endured what he did for
the past 40 years...may he rest in peace now with no
more pain -
Will miss you, buddy. Lost touch for a little while
but thought of you often. Will always remember our
talks and laughs and especially your call on
Christmas Eve. Thanks for your friendship and
inspiration. Until we meet again. Love you just like
always.~ Doris Logan, Ringgold, Virginia
What a genuine and true blessing it has been
to know Dale and call him friend. The person
with the biggest and most loving heart of
all. Accepting everything with pure grace
and sheer courage. He will always be the
most courageous human being I have ever been
honored to know. While we will miss Dale, he
is now free, free, free, soaring through the
clouds and greeting all of our loved ones
and friends that have gone before us. A
salute to you Dale, an inspiration for us
all. Love to you, your family, your friends,
Alley and Bonnie Bridger Mittelmaier
Our thoughts and prayers are with
you Gail and your family at this
very sad time.
~ Mary Lynn and Traci Harman
I knew Dale Lucado when
we both attended NNHS.
Dale was 2 classes ahead
of me. I looked up to
him as an "upper
classman". I remember he
was kind and friendly,
full of life and very
witty. I moved away from
NN in 1970 and never saw
him after that. I heard
of his unfortunate
injury and I imagine
that he faced his
disability with dignity
and courage and had many
who loved him throughout
his life. RIP, Dale
Lucado. ~ Maureen Klesmer, Atlanta, Georgia
Prayers for the Lucado
family. Dale will always
be remembered as Newport
News High School's
beloved son....
I hadn't known Dale long and
met him through George
Nichols. Dale was a person
that could make you smile in
any given situation. He was
full of love, kindness, and
generosity. He will be
missed greatly. He was my
inspiration. My prayers and
thoughts are with the Lucado
Family in this time of
sadness.~ Randy Mason, Hampton, Virginia
Pam I am sorry
for your loss
for you and your
family. My heart
is with you.
~ Brandi Penny, Newport News, Virginia
What a great and
bold guy Dale
was. I'm not a
real close
friend to him as
others but I've
known this MAN
for some time.
What a J-O-Y it
was!! Especially
when we talked
music. I was
also really
honored to do a
poster for him
at one of the
Valentine Dances
that was held at
the American
Legion in
Phoebus. Dale is
now whole and
free and my wife
and I will miss
his face. My
heart and love
goes out to the
Lucado Family.
Gail and Donna,
I am sorry to
hear of Dale's
passing. I
haven't seen him
since we were
kids in
Newmarket. God
Bless you all in
this time of
sorrow. May his
journey be one
that will fill
his heart with
joy.
Gail, our
thoughts and
prayers are with
you and your
family. Pam and family, we heard of Dale's passing and wanted to let you know you were in our prayers.. Charlotte and Rebecca Miller
February 23,
2012
Gail, Our
thoughts &
prayers go out
to you & your
family in the
loss of Dale. In
peace,
friendship, &
love, we are
thinking of you.
Ava & Walter
Crawford
~ Ava Crawford, Poquoson, Virginia
To the mother and
sisters of Dale
Lucado,
Gail, Donna
Jean, Pam,
Sis and the
rest of
Dale's
family. I am
sorry I will
not be able
to be with
you on
Saturday, as
Ralph is not
able to
travel any
long
distance and
I cannot
leave him
home by
himself.
Dale will be missed and we know that he is now able to walk and do all the things he was able to do when he was a kid. (Getting into trouble with his dad). Love to all of you. Aunt Phyllis.
To Gail, I
am so very
sorry to
hear of
Dale's
passing. The
pictures
video you
have online
is a
wonderful
tribute to
Dale. You
and all your
family will
be in my
thoughts
during this
sad time.
Gail and
Donna: I am
so sorry for
your loss.
Dale and I
were
neighbors
many, many
years ago in
Warwick
Gardens when
we both
worked for
the
telephone
company.
What a
guy!!!!
YOU'LL BE THE BEST
RUNNING BACK ON
GOD'S TEAM. ALL OF
US 1969 TYPHOONS
WILL MISS YOU. MAY
HE LAY HIS HANDS ON
YOUR FAMILY AND TAKE
ALL OF OUR PRAYERS
WITH YOU.
To the family of
Dale Lucado: My deepest condolences to the Lucado family. Dale was one of the coolest guys in NNHS class of 1968. He's probably already switched from football to the track team in Heaven. February 23, 2012 GAIL AND FAMILY, SORRY FOR YOUR LOST AS BOYS DALE AND ALL HIS FRIENDS FROM NEWMARKET GOT ON A BUS 98 FOR FIVE YEARS AND BECAME FAMILY WE WILL ALL MISS HIM VERY MUCH.BOBBY, RONNIE, AND DONNIE JOHNSON ~ DONNIE JOHNSON, SELMA, North Carolina
I've never met a person such as Dale. His spirit and love for life, he truly inspired many. Always bringing a smile to your face. Only meeting him 5 or so years ago, I was truly blessed to have known such a wonderful person as Dale Lucado.
I'm so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. He and I played together at Parkview Little League way back when. It was a long time ago but I can still remember his happy face and what a great kid he was. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family in this sad time.
Pam & Family
I'm so sorry to here of Dale's passing. Always keep your wonderful memories of Dale close to your hearts. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Dale! You were the best at everything you did. Your family is a family that everybody wanted. You taught Wane Hintz and me how to surf in Hatteras; that was the best time of my life. Your dad sold me my first car, a Corvair. Teach God how to surf. Condolences to the Lucado family
Uncle Dale was one of the best people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. I will love & miss you for a long time to come. You meant so much to our family. Who am I kidding; you were part of our family. I will always remember your sense of humor and our conversations. Katie, Abby and I wouldn't be here without you! Mom and Dad might have never met if it weren't for you. Love you so much!
Mrs. Lucado and Donna,
Dale was a true inspiration for all to emulate. Newport News is a better place as a result of his contributions. Will always remember the Newmarket Days and being neighbors with the Lucado's.
My brother Jerry, who died in
1975, graduated with Dale and through their friendship I knew
the family well. I will always fondly remember attending
Parkview Little League games and watching Dale play and then
NNHS games and doing the same. Dale was an inspiration proving
that no matter what twist or turn you life may take you can move
forward and accomplish great things. My thoughts and prayers are
with the family.
I am just a little older than
Dale but I knew him well from the Boys Club and NNHS, and I was
in the defensive backfield with him the day he was hurt. He was
truly a gifted athlete and a fierce competitor, an attribute
that would serve him well as he lived God's plan for him to the
fullest extent he could. Over the succeeding years Coach Dale
loved giving me grief as I umpired many of his girl's softball
games. I loved the competitive spirit that still shown brightly
and unmistakably in his eyes. Earlier in this Guest Book Malcolm
Davis, my brother, made the observation that no one will ever be
as indelibly linked with Newport News High School as Dale. I
know he would be pleased by that legacy.
To the Lucado family from mean
ol' Nurse Monika: It was a pleasure and an honor to get to know
Dale and his family. Special hugs and kisses.
Gail and Family,I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I hadn't seen Dale in years, I have fond memories of growing up in Newmarket and NNHS. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My son knew him personally,
but for me Dale was a voice on the phone. When he called I knew
I was in for some good conversation and a lot of laughing. We
took care of some of his equipment when I worked for a medical
supplier in Hampton. He was one of my favorite callers. My
deepest sympathy to his family and friends. May you find comfort
in the fact that he is with his Lord and Saviour. I'm so sorry to hear about Dale. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know you will forever cherish all the wonderful memories and joyful times together. I will hold close to my heart all the good memories of growing up in Newmarket and NNHS. God Bless
My thought's and prayers are with Dale's family. He was a special.
Even though I did not know Dale personally, I did know of his tragic accident. I remember both Dale and Gail from NNHS. Was so sorry to hear of his death, my heart goes out to the family.
Gail and the family-
Take comfort in knowing that we also grieve for Dale. In spite of his challenges, he lived a full and happy life complete with an adoring family, loyal and devoted friends, great music, and lots of laughter. His love for all of you was steadfast and unconditional. We are all better people for having known him. ~ Don and Sheri My Love and Prayers to the entire Lucado Family.So many wonderful memories of attending NNHS and graduating with Dale and Gail! Dale was truly an inspiration to all and made so MANY friends through his friendliness and humor. God guided him to make so many memorable contributions to this world. My heart goes out to all his friends and family. He will be missed! <3 ~ Robbie (Roberta) Shields Stowe, Newport News, Virginia
I was shocked to read of the passing of Dale. I have great memories of our days at NNHS with Dale on the football team and me as a member of the Typhoon band. Dale will be sorely missed. My thoughts are with all of you.
If we are lucky enough, once or twice in a lifetime, we may have the privilege and blessing of being apart of a very special friendship that transcends time and changes us forever. For me and so many others you are that special person. You have left us in body but not in spirit and your legacy of love, kindness, generosity, selflessness, courage and wit will be a part of us forever. Thank you, Dale, for being my friend. I will miss you always but I have great joy in knowing that you are now soaring with the angels.
Thoughts and prayers to Dale's family ~ Rick Billings, Concord, North Carolina
I will never forget you Dale.........my heart goes out to the family during their time of sadness and grief.
~ Diane Laino, Williamsburg, Virginia Dale, I dropped flowers in the Hampton River today in honor and memory of you. I watched as they slowly drifted away with the current, quiet and peaceful as the bright sun reflected on the water like diamonds. You are a priceless gem and memories of you will always bring a smile. Thank you for sharing a laugh or a hug. To the Lucado family; may the memories of Dale give you lasting comfort and peace. God Bless You!
We will miss your sweet smile and your great positive attitude! Love you, Dale!
Gail, I was sorry to hear about Dale. What an inspiration he was and I'll certainly remember his memorable spirit at NNHS. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Nancy Seay, Phoenix, Arizona
~ Nancy Seay, Phoenix, Arizona
Dale was truly an inspiration to all. To Donna, Gail, and all of the Lucado family, my Deepest Sympathy.
~ Betty Ames Burton, Gloucester, Virginia
February 24, 2012
To ALL the Lucado Family,
Please except my deepest sympathy in this great loss of your loved one..... My thoughts and prayers are with you ALL. Gail Penfield Gulla
~ Gail Gulla, Hampton, Virginia
February 24, 2012
Gail and Lucado Family, Earl and I are sorry to hear about your brother, Dale. Although, we didn't know him personally, we always heard wonderful things about him. We will keep your family in our prayers.
February 24, 2012 To Gail and to all of Dale's family our prayers and best wishes during this sad time. February 24, 2012
My sincerest condolences to the family. Dale used to come and watch me play softball in Newport News. I considered him to be a true friend; he will be missed and remembered always.
February 24, 2012
Gail, Donna and family,
My thoughts and prayers are extended to the entire family - Dale was loved by so many and will be greatly missed - he is with God now and helping to do great things as he did while he was here on earth - he touched so many people with his great big smile and his joy of life - tomorrow will be a celebration of a great man. ~ Sherry Lawson Perok February 24, 2012
I remember Dale not only as a fellow Typhoon from NNHS but also from several years of friendship at the former Boys Club at Jeff Ave and Hilton Blvd. Although I moved away from the Peninsula and didn't have the privilege of frequent personal interaction with Dale, I remember him as a good friend, exceptional athlete and all around nice guy. My condolences to the entire extended Lucado family.
~ Bruce & Diane Tingen, Newark, Delaware February 24, 2012 My deepest sympathy to Dale's family. Dale was a one of a kind! No matter what the situation was he was always smiling! He is truly an inspiration and one of the kindest people I have ever met. I will miss you and our long talks. Thanks for the best friendship anyone could ever give. Love to you and your family. My prayers will always be with you. February 24, 2012 To Pam and the Lucado family. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. February 24, 2012 Sooo sorry for your loss! We are keeping your family in our prayers. What an inspiration and truly selfless person..... Love, February 24, 2012 I did not know Dale as good as I did his sister Gail. I worked with her for years at the telephone company. I heard a lot about him, and all were good things. I also went to NNHS. The entire family is special and my thoughts and prayers go out to them. May God give them comfort. |
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February 24, 2012
He showed us how
to face life's challenges with courage & great strength of
character. To have known him was to have known an
exceptional person. God bless you with comfort & peace.
~ Barbara Dye Hensley, Gloucester, Virginia February 24, 2012 Gail, Donna,
and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your
family during this time. I will always remember how sweet
and special Dale was. I have thought of you and Dale
numerous times since our years at Newport News High School. February 24, 2012 Gail & Family, February 24, 2012 Please accept
my deepest sympathies.
We were deeply
saddened to hear that Dale has left us - but only physically.
His spirit will remain with us forever. Dale is truly a NNHS
Typhoon legend. Deepest sympathy to all family members. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks ahead. Dale was a very special person and will be sorely missed by many. ~ Chuck and Marilyn (Payne) Springfield
My thoughts and prayers to the Lucado family......God Bless.
Move over, Coach Conn,
the #1 typhoon is on his way. God bless you, Dale Lucado. ~ Freddie Wilson, Hampton, Virginia
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Dale
Lucado. He was truly an amazing person and will be missed by all.
Our memories of Dale will last forever.~ Kathy Cooper, Newport News, Virginia Dear Gail & Family, I was so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. Please accept love and condolences from your former neighbor and classmate. Christine Wilson Starkman
Gail,
Donna and family, please accept my deepest
regrets on the loss of Dale. He was a great guy
who I have some very fond memories of.
My
heart and prayers go out to the Lucado family.
What a lost, Dale was a wonderful and loving guy
he will be greatly missed by many. My love to
the entire family and I am here if you need me.
So
sorry to hear about Dale's passing away. I
remember him as a fun loving, outgoing, good guy
from High School. You are all in our thoughts
and prayers as you deal with your lose.
Sincerely, Bill Reece
~ Steve Dickinson, Warrenton, Virginia May you rest in peace, Robert. To the family, we here at Newport News Nursing and Rehab staff would like to say we share our deepest condolence to the family.
Few could, can, bring a smile
so easily. He will always be the best of Newport News.
Our prayers go out to Dale's
family. Thanks for the high school memories.
Mrs. Lucado,
Gail, Josh, Donna, Pam and family my thoughts and prayers
are with you during this time of loss. My first thought when
I learned about his passing was how happy he must be in
heaven already has his team in shape and playing football
again without his wheelchair and pain! Your family has been
a true example of how a true family should be over the last
40 years and for that Dale was fortunate and you should know
knowing you were there for him all the way thru his journey
he could not have made it without your love and support. God
Bless you all!
Ginger & Ginny Chiesa ~ Ginger Howell Chiesa, Yorktown, Virginia
Sorry to
hear of Dale's passing. My condolences to the
family. He was always upbeat, and each time I
inquired as to his well-being, he responded with the
same phrase each time, "I'm still rolling on" and
with a smile. He was always an inspiration. He told
me he could listen to me for hours as I related some
of my adventures on the job. I will miss that, and
his everlasting smile. Rest in Peace. ~ Jay Styles, Harrisonburg, Virginia I was
not privileged to know Dale personally, as I'm class
of '72, but I do remember him playing, and I was
present with the alumni band and saw him get
hurt...my deepest condolences to the family.
Gail, my thoughts and prayers are
with you and your family. From your
"C&P family"
Dale was a special friend and he
touched so many hearts without
evening knowing. he will be truly
missed by all that he has ever met.
~ Armand "Buzzy" Blanchard
I remember Dale, Donna and Gayle
from New Market Baptist Church way
back when.
His name has been spoken a many of times threw the years.
I am so sorry to
hear the passing of
ROBERT DALE LUCADO.
Dale was a good
friend and very
special person to
all. My prayers will
always with DALE and
his family.
Our
thoughts
and
prayers
are
with
the
family.
May
you
all
find
peace
in
knowing
the
blessing
it
was
to
have
Dale
as
part
of
your
family
and
joy
in
the
memories
he
has
left
behind.
His smile that he
had for everyone
that he greeted will
be missed. Through
good times and bad
times that smile was
there.
My deepest sympathy
and prayers to all
the Lucado family.
Dale was a friend
that was always full
of life and positive
attitude and will be
missed by all that
ever crossed his
path. Dale's spirit
is finally free to
soar in the heavens
above.
Gail
and
family,
I am
so
sorry
for
your
loss.
I
hope
all
the
prayers
and
good
wishes
help
heal
and
ease
the
sorrow
you
are
feeling.
Thinking
of
you.
A
true
Typhoon
and
great
guy,
will
miss
u!
MR.
Glen
Herndon
Remembering
Dale
Dale never looked at his condition as a disability but rather a different way of doing the things he wanted to do; at least this was my impression. Over the years, Dale fought many battles for his life. This last battle, he won. Dale's many friends and family members lost. As LL Cool J said about Whitney Houston at this year's Grammys, “there is no way around this, we have lost a family member” this statement is also so very true about our beloved friend, Dale. We have lost a family member. Our hearts are filled with sadness for our loss. I visualize Dale standing on his own two feet looking down upon us in amazement at all of the love pouring in from across the state and beyond. Dale is not only an icon of NNHS; he is an icon of Newport News. Maybe one day, we will see a LUCADO HIGH SCHOOL in Newport News. It has a nice ring to it anyway. Dale's dazzling smile could light a room. Dale knew of no enemies and he could win strangers as friends instantly. On especially bright days, I will think of Dale's radiant smile shinning down on me from Heaven. I will smile and say my hellos to Dale as I reach for my sunglasses. I didn't spend as much time with Dale as I would have liked, but I took comfort in knowing Dale was always in Newport News. Today, although I am saddened, I now take comfort knowing Dale is no longer in pain or confined as he once was. Now, Dale is free! I visualize Dale being on Heaven's welcoming committee keeping an eye on us as we all migrate toward him. Many Great Typhoons have left us before Dale, so Dale will not be alone on his journey; he will be among friends and family. As our earthly class reunion dwindles, the Great Class Reunion in the Sky will populate. I am sure Dale will take charge of that as much as he did for us here. It seemed that Dale loved everything about high school. Dale may be gone, but he has not totally left us. Before leaving us, Dale imbedded himself within each of our hearts. There is not a day that goes by, that I don't think of my friend Jerry Hicks, who too left us in 1970. Today's pain we share for our loss of Dale, will, one day, pass, and the sorrow will be overpowered by happier times we shared with Dale. I cherish my happy times with Dale; Nags Head, VA Beach, Buckroe, just hanging out. Talking about the big surf, 1 or 2 ft (+/- 1 or 2 feet), it didn't matter. Dale was a master of words when it came to silly songs. One that comes to mind was the one about a solder going off to war with two pistols by his side and that soldier did something for curiosity, something, something, something. I think Dale and Steve Morris wrote this song. For those who knew Dale in high school, you may know the true lyrics. For those who don't know, or have forgotten the lyrics, give me a call or email me, I will share the true lyrics with you. Dale may you rest in peace, my friend. I look forward to the day we meet again. I am honored to be your friend. May God be with you and watch over your family during this most difficult time. I LOVE YOU MAN! Tony Koskinas Class President, 1968 February 25, 2012
Gail,
Donna
and
family,
Dale
was
a
very
special
friend
and
will
be
missed
more
than
words
can
say.
We
worked
together
on
each
class
reunion
and
what
great
fun
he
was
to
work
with!
He
always
had
a
smile,
a
joke
and
never
complained.
He
could
find
classmates
like
nobody
else
and
call
me a
midnight
to
tell
me
about
it
(Oh,
I
will
miss
those
phone
calls).
What
a
great
guy
he
was!
He
is
in a
better
place
now
and,
even
missing
him
as
we
all
will,
he
left
great
memories
for
all
of
us
and
we
will
see
him
again
someday.
Milton
and
Elizabeth
Nunnally February 25, 2012
Dale, Dale, We love you and you will always be in our hearts! Your fellow Typhoon friend (Class of 1954). ~ Big Frank Ottofaro, Hampton, Virginia
Dale,
Dale,
Dale,
To the Lucado family, we
send our love and prayers to
our fellow Typhoon. The
breakfast bunch on Tuesdays
in Newport News and the
breakfast bunch in Hampton
on Wednesdays!
Dale, We love you and we know you're in heaven. I have always admired your spirit and your love for everyone. With all my love. ~ Louise Marcella Colletti, Port Arthur, Texas
Ricky and I send
our condolences
to the family.
We never saw
Dale without a
beautiful smile
on his face. He
has such a heart
for others. He
was always
asking about our
family, so
concerned for us
all. He was such
an inspiration
for us all. God
bless you, and
may Dale rest in
peace. Love.~ Vicki Rogers, Newport News, Virginia
February 25,
2012
Dear Lucado
family,
It's Saturday, February 25, 2012 - just want you to know I am thinking of you during this celebration of Dale's life here on this earth. Trusting and hoping you have the assurance he is in a better place, where he would not want to come back even if he could as he proclaims "IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL". This time of sorrow has to be bitter/sweet to you who loved and cared for him so faithfully. What a testimony of LOVE! I pray as the days, weeks and months go by, we will continue to be reminded of your loss and pray for you as you go through your own individual process of grief, knowing there is a choice to reunite with him one day. My sincere condolences. ~ Jacqueline Ray Fisher, Willow Springs, North Carolina
February 26, 2012
Gail and family, I would like to express my condolences to the family of Mr. Lucado. I must say as I was reading his obituary, I had to smile because I was not surprised when I read all the things he was involved in, because from the first time I met him, I could see that he was a truly kind person; no matter what was going on with him, or how he was feeling, he remained a kind, understanding, and thankful patient. I cried tears of sorrow at his passing, and tears of joy also knowing that he was free to be amongst Angels like himself. People like Mr. Lucado don't come into our lives often, and he will always be an inspiration to me.....
I am so sorry to learn about Dale. Although I have been gone from Newport News for a long time, those days at NNHS are always with me. Dale's smile and personality are remembered fondly. My sincere and deepest sympathies go out to his family.
Roberta - I am sorry to hear about the passing of your father.
Toni S Schmidt Dearest Gale,Words just aren't adequate to express my sadness for you, your family and his many, many friends now that Dale is truly healed. I'm sure he will continue to watch over each of you and share his wit and love from above while God wraps his arms around one of His bravest. My sincere sympathy is sent but also know your memories and love for your brother will keep Dale alive always! Celebrate Dale's life as he would want you to do! Love and Hugs, Judy Willard & Randy, too ~ Newport News, Virginia To the family of Dale Lucado, I am so sorry to hear of your lose. I would like to express my condolences to you. Dale was a great person, with a big heart, God bless him. ~ Rodney Russell, Yorktown, Virginia Gail and Family,
My memory of Dale was his SMILE, he was always smiling! Thank GOD for Dale and his life...an inspiration to all who knew him! Thanks Doug for the picture album! GOD BLESS Dale's family! Classmate '67 NNHS
I am very sorry to hear about Dale's passing. My heart goes out to his family and I hope that they will continue to be surrounded by the love of family and friends as they go through the coming months. He will continue to live in the memory of so many others.
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of such a special person, keep your memories close to your heart. a fellow classmate of 1968 graduating class
Gail, Donna, I just heard the news.
It's always hard to lose a family member, and with Dale's passing we all have. A constant force in locating classmates for the reunions, his presence will be missed at the next one. But I know his spirit... and his Typhoon spirit... will always be there with us. I've read these many pages of comments: he made a difference in so many lives. Wouldn't it be nice if we could all touch so many the way he did. Blessings and hugs to you all. |
From Dimples Dinwiddie Prichard ('58) of NC -
02/25/12, 10:50 AM:
| Carol, ... I remember the Lucado twins as toddlers in the neighborhood in Marshall Courts... Dimples
Thank you, Dimples.
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From the President of the Class of 1968, Tony Koskinas of NC -
02/25/12, 1:19 PM - "
Remembering Dale":
| Remembering Dale: Dale never looked at his condition as a disability but rather a different way of doing the things he wanted to do; at least this was my impression. Over the years, Dale fought many battles for his life. This last battle, he won. Dale’s many friends and family members lost. As LL Cool J said about Whitney Houston at this year’s Grammys, “there is no way around this, we have lost a family member.” This statement is also so very true about our beloved friend, Dale. We have lost a family member. Our hearts are filled with sadness for our loss. I visualize Dale standing on his own two feet looking down upon us in amazement at all of the love pouring in from across the state and beyond. Dale is not only an icon of NNHS; he is an icon of Newport News. Maybe one day, we will see a LUCADO HIGH SCHOOL in Newport News. It has a nice ring to it anyway. Dale’s dazzling smile could light a room. Dale knew of no enemies and he could win strangers as friends instantly. On especially bright days, I will think of Dale’s radiant smile shinning down on me from Heaven. I will smile and say my hellos to Dale as I reach for my sunglasses. I didn’t spend as much time with Dale as I would have liked, but I took comfort in knowing Dale was always in Newport News. Today, although I am saddened, I now take comfort knowing Dale is no longer in pain or confined as he once was. Now, Dale is free! I visualize Dale being on Heaven’s welcoming committee keeping an eye on us as we all migrate toward him. Many Great Typhoons have left us before Dale, so Dale will not be alone on his journey; he will be among friends and family. As our earthly class reunion dwindles, the Great Class Reunion in the Sky will populate. I am sure Dale will take charge of that as much as he did for us here. It seemed that Dale loved everything about high school. Dale may be gone, but he has not totally left us. Before leaving us, Dale imbedded himself within each of our hearts. There is not a day that goes by, that I don’t think of my friend Jerry Hicks, who too left us in 1970. Today’s pain we share for our loss of Dale, will, one day, pass, and the sorrow will be overpowered by happier times we shared with Dale. I cherish my happy times with Dale; Nags Head, VA Beach, Buckroe, just hanging out. Talking about the big surf, 1 or 2 ft (+/- 1 or 2 feet), it didn’t matter. Dale was a master of words when it came to silly songs. One that comes to mind was the one about a solder going off to war with two pistols by his side and that soldier did something for curiosity, something, something, something. I think Dale and Steve Morris wrote this song. For those who knew Dale in high school, you may know the true lyrics. For those who don’t know, or have forgotten, give me a call or email me, I will share the true lyrics with you. Dale may you rest in peace, my friend. I look forward to the day we meet again. I am honored to be your friend. May God be with you and watch over your family during this most difficult time. I LOVE YOU, MAN! Tony Koskinas NC Class President 1968 Thank you so much for this beautiful remembrance, Tony; my sincerest condolences on the loss of your good friend. 
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From
Coach Harlan
Hott of WV - 02/25/12, 5:46 PM:
| Thank you for sending the
news of Dale. I remember him from NNHS
and also remember the accident during the alumni game. In fact I was in
the stadium sitting with Dr. Joyner when it happened.
Dale was an exceptional person and will be missed by many. Our sympathy to the entire family. Coach Harlan Hott
Thanks so much, Coach Hott.
|
Our deepest sympathies are extended to Dale's family and many friends.
This information is also posted here:
http://nnhs65.com/memoriam-all.html
http://nnhs65.com/memoriam68.html
From Belinda Fortner Langston ('70) of
VA - 10/19/12, 9:01 AM - "Can you please get this information out to all NNHS
people?":
| The establishment of the
DALE
LUCADO ('68)
“TYPHOON BOY” Spirit
Scholarship Fund has been completed. This scholarship will be given to a
deserving young person who is going to continue their education by
attending college. The committee would like to “challenge” everyone who
knew Dale or just want to contribute to this worthwhile scholarship to
do so by mailing their tax deductible donation to: The Dale Lucado Scholarship Fund C/o Boys and Girls Club of the VA Peninsula Administrative Office 11825 Rock Landing Drive Chesapeake Building, Suite B Newport News, VA 23606 Or The Dale Lucado Scholarship Fund C/o Mrs. Donna Lucado Dudley 137 Winsome Haven Drive Seaford, VA 23693 Thanks for your help – class of 1970
WOWZERS!
Thanks so much, Belinda!
|
Y'all take good care of each other! TYPHOONS FOREVER! We'll Always Have Buckroe!
Love to all, Carol
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PERSONAL WEB SITE:
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Carol Buckley
Harty
7020 Lure Court
Fayetteville, NC 28311-9309
915-780-3048
I Will Arise
Lyrics by Joseph Hart in Hymns Composed on Various Subjects (1759);
Music, "Arise", from William Walker's Southern Harmony and Musical Companion (1835)
1. Come, ye sinners, poor and
wretched,
Weak and wounded, sick and sore;
Jesus ready stands to save you,
Full of pity joined with pow'r.
Refrain: I will arise and
go to Jesus,
He will embrace me in His arms;
In the arms of my dear Savior,
O there are ten thousand charms.
2. Come, ye needy, come, and welcome,
God's free bounty glorify;
True belief and true repentance,
Every grace that brings you nigh.
Refrain
3. Come, ye weary, heavy laden,
Bruised and broken by the fall;
If you tarry till you're better,
You will never come at all.
Refrain
4. Let not conscience make you linger,
Nor of fitness fondly dream;
All the fitness He requireth
Is to feel your need of Him.
Refrain
Greg Olsen Paintings courtesy of
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