John Gilbert Lacey Sr.

May 8, 1933 - June 22, 2010

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Services:
 

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 25, 2010 at 10:00AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bushwood, MD with Fr. Francis Early officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

Visitation:
  The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 24, 2010 from 5:00PM-8:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00PM.
  John Gilbert Lacey, Sr. 77, of Clements, MD, died June 22, 2010 at his home.  Born May 8, 1933 in Clements, MD he was the son of the late Walter and Minnie Lacey. John leaves behind his beloved wife of 58 years, Anita Lacey whom he married June 21, 1952 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bushwood, MD. He was preceded in death by his oldest son Robert “Bobby” Bowles, as well an infant child Brenda Eileen Lacey. John is survived by his children John Gilbert Lacey, Jr., James Francis Lacey, Agnes Marie Lacey, Mary Virginia Rice and Barbara Eileen Jones. Siblings: Shirley Knott of Chaptico, MD; Dorothy Trossbach of Abell, MD; Ed Lacey, Howard Lacey, Joe Lacey of Avenue, MD; and Andrew Lacey of Compton, MD. In addition to his mother and father, he was preceded in death by his sister’s Louise Mattingly, Ann Cheseldine, Theresa Thompson and Margaret Hill. John is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Mr. Lacey was a life - long St. Mary’s County farmer and also worked for the State Road Administration where he retired from after 30 years. He enjoyed gardening, playing cards and the fiddle in his younger days. John had a strong commitment to family and enjoyed just sitting back and eating hard crabs or sitting in the front of the garage playing with his dogs. He was such a giving person with a heart of gold.   The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at Mattingly - Gardiner Funeral Home from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Prayers will be said at 7:00 P.M.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday June 25, 2010 at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bushwood, MD with Fr. Francis Early officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jason William Rice, Robert Lacey, Joe Lacey, Clyde Farrell, John Ira Nelson and Charles B. Nelson. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650 and A.C.T.S. (A Community that  shares) P.O. Box 54, Bushwood, MD 20618.    

Guestbook Signatures and Condolences

"We were sad to learn of his passing. Our sympathy to Anita and all the family. Our prayers are with you."
- Mike and Millie Huseman
- Posted: Wednesday, June 30, 2010

"Barbara & Harry: Deepest sympathy is extended on the loss of your father and father-in-law. We know what it's like to lose a father. Hang onto those precious memories, they will help to ease the pain. Sorry we will be unable to attend any of the services but we will have prayers said for John @ St. William Catholic Church in Guntersville, Alabama. Love Doris & Skip Jones"
- Doris & Skip Jones
- Posted: Friday, June 25, 2010

"My deepest sympathy to the family. Love and Prayers, Rose Beitzell"
- Rose Beitzell
- Posted: Friday, June 25, 2010

"Aggie, Jean, Barbara and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Remember all of the good times. You are in our prayers."
- John & Susie Hall
- Posted: Friday, June 25, 2010

"AGGIE,JIMMY AND FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD. WE DID NOT KNOW HIM PERSONALLY BUT HE HAD TO BE A GREAT MAN IF HE WAS LIKE YOU ALL. GOD BLESS AL OF YOU AT THIS SAD TIME, MAY HE REST IN PEACE IN HEAVEN."
- JAMIE & BRENDA MATTINGLY
- Posted: Friday, June 25, 2010

"My deepest sympathy to the John"s family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember all the wonderful times you had together. God bless!"
- Ruth Ann Beaver
- Posted: Friday, June 25, 2010

"We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one, husband, father, brother and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
- Bob & Betty West
- Posted: Thursday, June 24, 2010

"Our thoughts in prayers are with your family. God Bless"
- Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Mattingly sr
- Posted: Thursday, June 24, 2010

"Our prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Look for the brightest star shining in the sky and that will represent your husband/father shining down on you."
- Janet & Duck Phetteplace
- Posted: Thursday, June 24, 2010

"Sarah and family, Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort sharing stories and the wonderful memories you hold."
- Denise (Tippett) Vukmer
- Posted: Thursday, June 24, 2010

"To the Lacey family, I am so Sorry to hear about your loss. He will truly be missed. Take care of each other, you all will be in my prayers."
- Missie Magill Lyon
- Posted: Thursday, June 24, 2010

"To the Lacey Family- As you strive to get through these hard times, please remember as your friends pass by, that everyone of them were touched by John because of his life here and through you who branched from his love. Words sometime helps but your love carries you on, and he showed you early on what that is all about. My prayers are with all of you. Love, Mary Jane (Ridgell) Bowles "
- Mary Jane Bowles
- Posted: Thursday, June 24, 2010

"Mrs. Lacey & Family, May the love of our Heavenly Father and the prayers of those who care give you comfort in your time of sorrow. We will keep you in you our prayers."
- Carol Ann & Satch Hall
- Posted: Wednesday, June 23, 2010

"My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in knowing that he is no longer suffering and is with the Lord."
- Joan (Bowles) Snodderly
- Posted: Wednesday, June 23, 2010

"Aunt Anita, Aggie, Johnny-Boy,Jimmy,Jeannie,& Barbara and All Extended Families.. Jeff and I send Our deepest Sympathy to Each and Everyone of You and Especially to My Dear Sister, Anita. John Lacey was a Fine Gentleman, Father, Brother-In-Law & Friend. May He now REST IN PEACE. Need anything Just Call..."
- Jeff & Ann Bowles
- Posted: Wednesday, June 23, 2010

"To Anita and her family, I offer you my condolences. John was a good man. I will keep your family in my prayers. Keep all the good memories as I know there are many. Love, Mary Frances"
- Mary Frances Abell (Farrell)
- Posted: Wednesday, June 23, 2010

"God Bless Uncle John and all the family at this time of loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. "
- Trudy & Larry Wible
- Posted: Wednesday, June 23, 2010

"To Anita And her family, So sorry for your loss, John's in a better place today no more pain and suffering. He is now in the Lords arms, you are in my prayers. God Bless"
- Mary Dryden
- Posted: Wednesday, June 23, 2010

"God has Johnny in his loving arms and he is at peace. We are praying for all the family. Please call on us if you need anything. Johnny was a wonderful man who will never be forgotten."
- Ellen and Wally Nelson
- Posted: Wednesday, June 23, 2010

" "On behalf of Wayne, Eleanor and cousin Alberta; We wanted to extend our deepest sympathy to John's family. Please know that we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything at all please do not hesitate to give us a call."
- Wayne and Eleanor Norris
- Posted: Wednesday, June 23, 2010

"Sorry to hear of your husband and father's death. Oakley Road lost another great legend. He will be truly missed."
- Frankie & Pat Vallandingham
- Posted: Wednesday, June 23, 2010