Richard Lukes Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Richard Lukes of Calmar, Iowa, whose life came to an end on November 14, 2024 at the age of 69, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond Lukes and Christine Lukes (Riehle); his parents-in-law, Gilman and Irene Tollefsrud (Melbostad); and his brother-in-law Steve Palmer.
He is survived by: his wife Julie Tollefsrud; his children, Amy Gross (Rob) of Mabel, MN., Adam Lukes of Belleville, IL and Allison Lukes (Lee Chapman) of Decorah, IA; his grandchildren, Kaitlyn Gross of La Crescent, MN, Adelia Gross of Mabel, MN, Tevye and Levi Chapman of Decorah, IA; his siblings, Madonna Samec (Art) of Jesup, IA, Mary Ann Panos (Duane) of Swisher, IA, Ray Lukes (Joyce) of Protivin, IA, Margie Barloon (Linus) of Decorah, IA, Jim Lukes (Linda) of Decorah, IA, Marcie Miller (John) of Waukon, IA and Millie Vine (Larry) of Davenport, IA; and his siblings-in-law, Jim Tollefsrud (Lois) of Dorchester, IA, Shirley Bigler (Ron) of Decorah, IA, Cathy Mohwinkle (Greg) of Eitzen, MN and Cindy Palmer (Sam Hedrick) of Moline, IL..
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either of the following: Friends of Pools 9 & 10, and Prairie Farmer Bike Trail.