Gene was one who really helped me get into archaeoastronomy especially with
regards to that Aqua Fria national monument, years ahead of his time. He was
always informative, a keen observer, and very intelligent, (gifted) and a
lover of astronomy-he will be missed.
Regards,
Henry De Jonge IV
Office: 480-926-1000
Email: hdejonge@xxxxxxx
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[mailto:az-observing-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Bill VanOrden
Sent: Saturday, January 14, 2017 11:54 AM
To: az-observing@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [AZ-Observing] Re: News of passing of Gene Lucas
This said it well and on both counts:
I remember him most for having an opinion on just about everything ... not
always one I agreed with, but always well thought-out and expressed. He will
be missed.
Beevo
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[mailto:az-observing-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Dan Heim
Sent: Saturday, January 14, 2017 10:11 AM
To: az-observing@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [AZ-Observing] Re: News of passing of Gene Lucas
I met Gene back in '78 shortly after I moved here from Green Bay. Was at a
PAS event at Keith Parizek's observatory in PV. Spoke to our club on many
occasions, as well as once at DFAC up here in New River / Anthem.
One of the smartest guys I ever met, and I know a LOT of geeks. I remember
him most for having an opinion on just about everything ... not always one I
agreed with, but always well thought-out and expressed. He will be missed.
--Dan Heim
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From: Michael Poppre
Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2016 11:50 AM
Subject: [sac-forum] News of passing of Gene Lucas
I received word today of the passing of Gene Lucas. Gene was a
founding member of SAC back in the late '70s. I spoke to his nephew,
Joel Lucas who told me Gene passed away on December 8th. Arrangements
are not finalized at this time. Joel said he would share those
details with the local astronomy community when they are known.
Rest in peace, Gene.
Michael
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