Charles chuck Lucero

Charles ""Chuck"" Lucero of Longmont, Colorado, died February 21, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 58.Chuck was born on June 27, 1950, in Boulder, Colorado to Albert J. Lucero and Jane Varos Lucero. He grew up in Boulder and graduated from Boulder High School in 1969. Following a year of schooling at the University of Colorado, he joined the field of hard rock mining, affiliated with the Henderson mine. He worked around the state and western area for a number of years. He later worked for Bestop, before joining Ball Aerospace as their maintenance supervisor.A devoted father, his time with his children was precious and valuable. He had recently enjoyed being a grandfather with his granddaughter. He loved hiking, archery, fishing, reading and watching movies. His time with family and friends, especially camping trips were a joy in his life.Preceding him in death are his father, and a sister, Theresa Lucero.Surviving are his mother of Longmont; daughter, Arianna Lucero of Longmont; son, Mica Lucero of Longmont; brother, Albert Lucero and his wife, Carol, of Dacono; sister, Rebecca Bodah and her husband, Michael, of Longmont; and a granddaughter, Ella Garcia.A cremation has been entrusted to Howe Mortuary and Cremation Services. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 25, 2009 at the Howe Mortuary Chapel with Deacon Bob Howard officiating.Contributions may be made to HospiceCare of Boulder and Broomfield Counties, 2594 Trailridge Dr. East, Lafayette, CO 80026.Please share thoughts, memories and condolences with the family at www.howemortuary.com.