Ms. Gwendolyn Bostick Lucas, was born on Thursday, February 25, 1943, to the late Mary L. Cross and Earnest D. Porter in Alachia County, Florida. She entered into rest on Friday, February 9, 2024, at Wellstar Cobb Hospital in Austell, Georgia.
Until her health failed, Gwen attended New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Decatur, Georgia, where she was baptized.
She worked in the field of banking for several years and retired as an AAFES Human Resource Specialist in 2010. Gwendolyn married the late Willie (Smiley) H. Burks in 1961 and had three sons and one daughter. She later married Eugene Lucas Jr. in 1981 and had one daughter. After living in Monterey, California, Syracuse & Buffalo, New York, and Bamberg, Germany, she made her home in Atlanta, Georgia.
Gwendolyn leaves behind to cherish her memory, three sons, Reginald Burks, West Palm Beach, FL, Richard Burks, Atlanta, GA, Michael Burks, Buffalo, NY; two daughters, Lakisha Davis Flagg, Mandeville, LA and Simaya Lucas Boyd, El Paso, TX. Eight grandchildren, Roderick, Reginald Jr., Jenea, Richie, Mia, Micaela, Taylor and Aydin; and five great grandchildren; siblings, Freddie (Rosalee) Bostick, Gloria (Frank) Small, Kathy (John) Melton, Earnest Porter,
and Patricia Porter; lifetime friend, Patricia Terrell, and a host of truly beloved nieces, nephews, and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, February 24, 2024, at First Ebenezer Baptist Church, 2040 Ebenezer Drive, Hephzibah, Interment, church cemetery. Public viewing from 3 pm to 6 pm, at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858
Toney L. Bell sent Sweet Moments for Gwendolyn Lucas - February 23, 2024
With Deepest Sympathy. Toney and Dawn Bell
Elaine Helms sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Gwendolyn Lucas - February 22, 2024
Pat and Richard our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Wishing you all peace and comfort during this diffcult time. Sending you love Elaine & Tamara
Victor Williamson sent Sacred Garden Spray for Gwendolyn Lucas - February 21, 2024
From the Smiley Family, Sorry we could not make it but we are there in our Hearts and in Spirit. Love you All.
Patricia Porter sent Mixed Spray for Gwendolyn Lucas - February 20, 2024
From the Siblings of Gwendolyn Lucas, we love and will miss you always. ( Freddie, Gloria, Kathy, Earnest and Patricia)
Terelle A Green sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Gwendolyn Lucas - February 20, 2024
Our deepest condolences to the Burks family. I to know what it is like to lose a parent. May God keep his loving arms around you during this difficult time. Neil and Terelle
Lisa Campbell planted 10 trees in memory of Gwendolyn Lucas . - February 20, 2024
Lisa Campbell planted 10 trees in memory of Gwendolyn Lucas . - February 20, 2024
Sending love and our deepest condolences to Freddie, Gloria, Kathy, Earnest, my dear sister Patricia and the Lucas, Burks, Bostick and Porter families. We are praying for you. Toney and Dawn Bell
My prayers and condolences to the family. Gwen will be terribly missed; sleep well my friend. Gwen live by Psalm 91: 1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.[a] 2 I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." (Love Minister Hannah)
My prayers and condolences to the family. Gwen will be terribly missed; sleep well my friend. Gwen live by Psalm 91: 1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.[a] 2 I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust."
Our sister was classy loving and happy person you would want to meet she will be truly missed. (Kathy Melton)
You showed me how to be a "Great" Auntie! I thank God for the memories!
Sending loving memories for my Sister Gwendolyn, we will keep you faithfully in our hearts always (Patricia Porter)
During this time of loss, I want you to know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Gwen's spirit will forever shine through you, and her love will continue to guide your path.
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." Matthew 5:4
Stacey Ford (Houston, Tx)
This beautiful Angel is my Sister, Gwendolyn. I will treasure every beautiful memory, every wonderful smile and the great laughs we shared always. I love you and will miss you always (Patricia Porter)
This beautiful Angel is my Sister, Gwendolyn. I will treasure every beautiful memory, every wonderful smile and the great laughs we shared always. I love you and will miss you always (Patricia Porter)
This beautiful Angel is my Sister, my love is everlasting and I pray that you will rest peacefully. I miss you with all that is within me, and I thank you for taking great care of me always. (Patricia Porter)
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this most sorrowful time may the peace and comfort of God keep you.Joan Brown and Family of Fitzgerald Ga.
My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family at this difficult time. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. - Matthew 5:4 Oliver Winkfield (a native of Fitzgerald, GA)
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