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Douglas Goldsmith donated to CHATHAM - KENT CRIME STOPPERS INC.
Sunday, June 23, 2024
Luce was one of a kind. Committed to serving as a Volunteer Board member for over 20 years to Crimestoppers
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Lynda Krzemien posted a condolence
Sunday, June 23, 2024
On behalf of the Waekens family, I wish to convey sincere condolences. Although I have not seen Luce often in the the last few years, I hold many fond memories of the time we spent working together. I am sorry to miss the celebration of his life due a sudden family emergency. My thoughts and prayers are with you today.
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Judy Mitivier posted a condolence
Saturday, June 22, 2024
Luce was a very great friend and always lite up my life seeing him every time went to get vehicles or parts just a great joy to talk to will surely be missed
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Darrell Cooper posted a condolence
Saturday, June 22, 2024
It is with a fond memory that we will remember all the good times with Luce. He was a friend, mentor, customer and vendor. I had the pleasure of working with him through Kin Canada and Chrysler.
He will be missed but lives in our hearts.
My condolences to the family.
Darrell, and Carol Cooper
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Beth Westbrook posted a condolence
Saturday, June 22, 2024
Uncle Luce reminded me of the John Candy character in the movie, “Uncle Buck.” Larger than life, as a kids we would be so excited when he came to visit. After my dad died, he became my confidant and friend. I will miss him telling me “You’re full of shit.” I interpreted that as “I love you.” Long may you rest in my heart.
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Nancy Roberts donated to Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation
Saturday, June 22, 2024
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Hoping that all the wonderful memories you have shared with Luce over the years comforts you, fills your heart and brings you some peace today.
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Susan and Daryl posted a condolence
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Deanna, I met Luce when I was a young girl. He treated me with the same respect and sweetness at 9 years old as he did at 69.
That says a lot about his character. Oh he was a character !!! Daryl and I will both miss his kind hearted ribbing.
Reading all the lovely tributes he meant so much to so many but for Luce you and Vimy were his heart, his everything.
Our love and sympathy, Susan and Daryl Dawson
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Barry Van Biesbrouck posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Deanna and family, Sandy and I send our sincere condolences. Great memories of you and Luce. Cherish your memories
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Judith Anne Bellamy posted a condolence
Sunday, June 16, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about Luce. He was always full of news, he knew everyone and was a great car salesman. We shared many laughs over the years.
Thinking of his family at this sad time.
Judy Bellamy
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Tami Rushlow posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Luce was a great guy and I enjoyed working beside him for many years ..
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Larry and Linda Lahey posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Dear Deanna
We’re saddened to hear about the passing of Luce.
We share in your sorrow.
Sincerely
Linda and Larry Lahey
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Terry Moore posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
My deepest condolences to Dee and family. A great man and friend. I only bought a couple of cars from him, but enjoyed his friendship in other events and venues! RIP!
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Hugh Sinclair posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Deanna & family:
Luce was a true gentleman and will be missed by many people. My thoughts go out to your family and am very sorry for your loss! Luce definitely had a full life and did it 100% his way! He was very fortunate to do what he enjoyed till the end of his life!
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Gary Allott posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
We would like to wish Luce’s family and friends our deepest condolences.
Gary Allott and Suzanne
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Tom Harris posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
I had the pleasure of working with Luce in Crimestoppers for many years. We attended many conferences together. I knew Luce to be an honorable and honest man and will greatly miss him. RIP my friend.
Tom
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Joe and Marion Lucio lit a candle
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
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Marion and I send our sincere condolences to Deanna and family.We have many found memories of Luce he was like a brother when we were growing up.One special memory I have is when Luce and I both Joined the Hudsons Bay Company in the Fur Trade Division back in in 1956-1957.Rest in peace Luce.
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Beuglet family lit a candle
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
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Deanna & family,
Luce was truly a great guy and he will missed by many… on behalf of the Beuglet family, please accept our sincere condolences.
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Roy Deline posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Good man to deal with, Great person to visit. Thanks Luce. Elvy & Roy
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Scott and Donna Walker posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Our sincere condolences to the Cools family. I bought many vehicles from Luce over the past 30 years and always stopped in to chat with him when a vehicle was in for service. He was so happy when I finally converted my husband to Ram lol. Such a nice man and a true gentleman. He will be truly missed.
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Lezlie Graham posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Deanna and family,
Treasure all those wonderful memories.
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Lynda Evans-Breault posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
My (God)Father
Not sure how Luce was chosen to be my Godfather, but I am grateful he was. This man was bigger than life to me.
My first memory is when I was 3yrs old. He gave me baby doll which I still have. He was at the our kitchen table every Sunday morning as I was growing up. Never a Birthday, Christmas, or Special Event was missed.
When I was able to drive, he would come get me and we'd toured around, me driving, him with his cooler, stopping to visit people's along the way.
He was a hardcore bachelor, until Dea came into his life. Suddenly he didn't want to be a bachelor. He loved her. At their wedding, Luce whispered to me, " I told you I would get married before you!" Luce was 54 and I was 25.
Four years later Luce walked me down the aisle at my wedding and gave me away. One year later his Grandson and namesake, Jacob Lucien was born.
Luce was proud of his namesake. Attending Birthday parties, including us at the Cools Christmases and watching Jacob play ball.
As we all know, Family doesn't always see eye to eye. Jacob and his Grampa had their outs and didn't talk for a long while. They both could be a tad stubborn! However, the love for one another won out and they put the past away.
Through all the good and bad, Luce was beside me. There are no words strong enough to say what this man meant to me.
He was a Mentor, Friend, Grandfather, and most of all my (God) FATHER.
We will see you again. Until then, you will forever be in our hearts.
Lynda Evans-Breault
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Jacob Lucien Breault
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Nicole Smith uploaded photo(s)
Monday, June 10, 2024
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I apologize for the profanity gesture but it was hilarious at the time. Our co worker Scott Bishop at this time was on a tropical vacation in January. Together, Luce and I took this selfie to send to our friend soaking up the sun while we froze in Chatham Ontario. Lol
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Nicole Smith uploaded photo(s)
Monday, June 10, 2024
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In 2017, I was 27 years old. I had never voted before and when Luce learned of this, he was disappointed. He made sure when the next election came I was educated and offered to bring me and go together to vote. When the following election came, he encouraged me to go vote, and I did, and it made my heart so happy to see how proud of me he was. I promise to always vote in his memory.
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Lynn Wraight posted a condolence
Monday, June 10, 2024
Deanna and family
Sincere condolences to you. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.
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Jack & Ann Morrison donated to Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation
Monday, June 10, 2024
Many your many, many happy memories with Luce help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Susan and Cal Neely posted a condolence
Monday, June 10, 2024
Luce had a larger than life personality and always had such a wonderful smile on his face. We looked forward to his daily Facebook posts that always had such uplifting messages, His work ethic was outstanding as evidenced by his over 60 years selling cars, He will be truly missed.
Susan and Cal Neely
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Roberta Lee posted a condolence
Monday, June 10, 2024
Wow! We met Luce 63 years ago in Ridgetown! After we all moved to Chatham Luce introduced us to Kinsmen and Kinettes. What a great time we had - we worked hard and played even harder but we accomplished a lot for our community.
Luce made wonderful memories for our family with his "Saturday visits ' - even taught our daughter Sandra how to pour the perfect drink of scotch!
Thanks for the memories! Rest in peace!
Hugh and Roberta Lee
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Deb and Eric Knight planted a tree in memory of Lucien "Luce" Cools
Monday, June 10, 2024
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In loving memory of a truly great man Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Patti Lanigan posted a condolence
Monday, June 10, 2024
Deanna & Cools Family: I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. In the love that surrounds you, may you find strength..... In the memories you cherish, may you find peace. Lots of Hugs Sincerely Patti
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Kathy Thompson posted a condolence
Monday, June 10, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. While it has been many years since I've seen Luce, he remained close with mom and dad - I vividly remember the early morning Saturday visits at our home and more recently, loved following his facebook posts. He definitely left a mark on many people and will be dearly missed.
Kathy (Lee) Thompson
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Doug Peel posted a condolence
Monday, June 10, 2024
Luce was a great guy. Always had time to chat and especially if it was about family or cars. We used to say Luce sold the Ark. My deepest condolences to his family. R.I.P my friend.
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Deb Knight posted a condolence
Monday, June 10, 2024
Dearest Dee So sorry to hear of Luces' passing. We are confident that your loving memories of a life well lived will bring you peace and comfort at this very sad time...He was a wonderful man and will leave many with a smile as he is remembered....always in our hearts
Hugs Deb and Eric Knight
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Jim Simpson posted a condolence
Sunday, June 9, 2024
My sympathy in your loss.
Luce was truly a “Chrysler Legend”. He brought a professionalism and respectability to his work.
Chatham is better for having had Luce involved in community life, too.
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Ben & Deb Grywacheski posted a condolence
Sunday, June 9, 2024
Dee and family,
So very story for your loss, Luce was one of a kind, always was concerned about his friends and clients.
The community was so much better with Luce involved and he was was part of so many efforts.
We will miss him dearly.
Bless you and family.
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Terry Fenton posted a condolence
Sunday, June 9, 2024
So sorry to hear this. I recently made a point to seek Luce out when at dealership for service. My dad Gary Fenton and Luce were great friends. We shared a lot of good memories. So glad I stopped in. My mom and I give our sincere condolences to your family.
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Melanie Szegodi posted a condolence
Sunday, June 9, 2024
Dee, So sorry to hear of great uncle Luce passing. Sending our deepest condolences to you and your extended families.
Frank, Melanie, Kiana and Alicia Szegodi
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George Brooks posted a condolence
Sunday, June 9, 2024
Deanna and family......very very sorry to hear of Luce passing. He had such a great personality and friendly smile, that he always made you feel welcome. I served on the Crimestoppers board for a while with Luce and of course knew him through his work, for many years. Deepest condolences at this difficult time.
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AnnMarie McLeod lit a candle
Sunday, June 9, 2024
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I bought all my vehicles from Luce over the years
He was the greatest sales man of all time. A great man to work with. He will be missed
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David Lott posted a condolence
Saturday, June 8, 2024
My condolences to the family on the passing of Luce. My father, Bob Lott, worked with Luce for many decades and always had a kind word to say about him and respected him greatly. My dad worked with Luce, first at Bert Stacey Motors and then Waekens Chrysler. From my recolection, Luce always had a smile on his face that was contagious. It was evident how much he loved his job and his recognition from Chrysler was well deserved. I also know how committed he was to his community, evident through his long service with Crime Stoppers. You were a good man Luce, and will be missed by many.
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Mike Smyth posted a condolence
Saturday, June 8, 2024
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Deanna &family
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Berta Prelaz posted a condolence
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Deanna - we got to chat and talk about Luce on Monday and know you were both so so happy in life. Luce has taken the Rossini lamb recipe with him to share with his friends.
You both became such a special part of our Rossini's family and know that he passed doing what he loved to do everyday for more than 60 years. Raise your glass and celebrate his great life.
Our thoughts, prayers and smiles are with you
Ed and Berta Prelaz
A Memorial Tree was planted for Lucien "Luce" Cools
Saturday, June 8, 2024
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Saturday, June 8, 2024
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Linda (Lala) Reaume posted a condolence
Saturday, June 8, 2024
A great man……..brought many of us to tears, laughing so hard with his stories. Wishing Dee and family peace during this sad time.
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