Eldon Earl Lucas Sr., 78 of North Lawrence, passed away on December 10, 2017 after a lengthy illness. He was born on July 9, 1939 in Akron, Ohio. He was an avid NASCAR and Cleveland Indians fan. Preceded in death by his mother Mary Hitchings Vaughn and father Eldon Emerson Lucas. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Carilyn Baker Lucas; children, Sonny (Kristine) Lucas, James (Brenda) Lucas, Tammy (Ron) Ickes and Tom (Kathi) Lucas; 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A private graveside service will be held for family members.