Claudius Fredrick Lucas, 69, a longtime Ottawa County resident, died Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Integris Miami Hospital.
Born November 18, 1956 in Columbus, Claude was the son of William and Clara (Carpenter) Lucas. Claude was one of twelve siblings. He graduated from Cherokee High School in 1974.
After graduation he enlisted in the United States Army. After being honorably discharged he began his …