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Obituary - Stanley Lucas
Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel
Stanley Lucas

Stanley Lucas died at home on July 22, 2024.

Born January 11, 1965, in Metter, Georgia, Stanley was the son of the late Janie Francis and Albert Lucas.

He spent most of his life living in Candler County, but traveled all over the United States for 20 years while employed with Bulldog Construction. Stanley was even in New York on 9/11.

After leaving construction, Stanley worked around Hendricks farm and helped take care of the family and property.

Stanley was a friend to all and never met a stranger. He could fix anything and was always resourceful and dependable. On the farm, Stanley planted and tended a garden and shared generously. Spending so much time with Miss Lorine, he learned to make her 14-layer chocolate cake as well as her secrets to canning and freezing produce.

Stanley is survived by his two brothers and two sisters, Joann Lucas Lively of Twin City, Ga.; Albert Lucas Jr. of Metter, Ga.; Robert Lucas of Twin City, Ga.; and Betty Sue Lucas Weyandt of Twin City, Ga. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Visitation will be held from 10 until 11 o’clock in the morning at Kennedy Funeral Home, Hooks Chapel, Metter, GA on Friday, July 26, 2024.

The funeral service will follow at 11 o’clock in the morning at Kennedy Funeral Homes – Hooks Chapel, Metter, GA, on Friday, July 26, 2024, with the Rev. John Hendrix officiating and a eulogy to be presented by Scott Gibbs. Interment will follow at Paynes Chapel Church Cemetery, 5042 Paynes Chapel Road, Millen, GA.

Pallbearers include: Robert Lucas, Dalton Lucas, Wade Wilkerson, Matt Hadden, Brian Davis, Randy Nesmith and Adam Reed.

Guestbook: www.kennedyfuneralhomes.com.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, of Metter, is in charge of arrangements.


Statesboro Herald, July 25, 2024

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Obituary - Delene Clance
Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel
Delene Clance

Delene Clance, beloved wife of Dr. William “Bill” Clance, passed away peacefully at her residence, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Born in Chatham County, Delene was the daughter of Arthur Dewey West and Dorothea Sapp West McCorkel. 

She was a 1978 graduate of the Medical College of Georgia and dedicated her career to physical therapy.

In 1977, she married Bill Clance, and together, they made their home in Metter in 1980.

In 1984, they welcomed the birth of their son, Christopher. Delene was a devoted wife, mother, Mimi and friend.

She was a devoted member of Metter Methodist Church.

In her younger years, she enjoyed playing tennis, racquetball and water skiing. More recently, she found joy in painting and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her father, Dewey West; her mother and stepfather, Dorothea and Edward McCorkel; and her brothers, A.D. West and Dr. Robert L. West, Sr.

Delene is survived by her husband, Dr. William “Bill” Clance of Metter; her son, Dr. William Christopher Clance, and his wife, Martha Kathryn Clance, of Bluffton; and her cherished granddaughter, Kathryn Hogan Clance. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Cynthia Connell of Macon and Beverly Bynum of Jefferson; a nephew, Robert L. West Jr. of Panama City Beach, Florida; a niece, Jolee Hibbard of Irvine, California; her dedicated caregiver, Angela Mikell; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel in Metter.

A funeral service will take place on Friday, April 4, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Metter Methodist Church, with interment to follow at Lake Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Metter Methodist Church, P.O. Box 595, Metter, Georgia 30439.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel of Metter, is in charge of the arrangements.


Statesboro Herald, April 3, 2025

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