Michael Alexander Lucas

Michael Alexander Lucas passed away on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. He was 63. Mr. Lucas started his career as a mechanic at his fathers’ garage. He then received his Master’s Degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and worked as a Technical School Director for the North Montco Technical Career Center, until his retirement in 2017. Michael was instrumental in technical education throughout Pennsylvania for many years. Many educators owe him for the knowledge and encouragement to further their careers that he shared with them. Mike was a member of St. Michael Orthodox Church in Irvona, PA, where he enjoyed helping with the church dinners and chicken BBQ’s. He loved to cook and talk about recipes with others that shared the same passion. Mike and his brother, Bill, spent many years perfecting and making kielbasa, which he would share with good friends at the holidays. Mike always put his family first and loved spending time with them. Mike was born on August 17, 1957 in Westover, PA, spent many years in Lancaster and was currently living in Bridgeport. He was a son of the late William and Ann (Varunok) Lucas. Surviving is his loving family including his wife, Nicole H. (Hindo) Lucas; son, Michael Lucas and his wife, Katrina; step-son, Bret Valentino; two grandchildren, Tessa and Trenton; two brothers, Tony Lucas and his wife, Cynthia and Bill Lucas; and many nieces and nephews that he loved as his own children. Relatives and friends are invited to Michael’s viewing at the Bacchi Funeral Home & Crematory, Ltd., 805 DeKalb St. (Rt. 202), Bridgeport, PA on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 from 8:30 to 10:15 am; with his Prayer Service starting at 10:30 am. Masks and social distancing are required. Burial will be at a later date in Irvona, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Michael’s memory to North Montco Technical Career Center, Skills USA Student Organization, 1265 Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale, PA 29446. Condolences to the family at www.bacchifh.com