Michael was born in Morgantown, WV on May 8th, 1958 to the late Michael Lucyk and Edna “Marie” (Lewis) Lucyk. Michael was a 1976 graduate of Mapletown High School where he was a member of the high school marching band and stage band.
Michael was a member of the American Legion Post #0954 for the past 39 years. He was honorably discharged from the National Guard Reserves in 1978. He was also a member of the Civil Air Patrol from 1976-2004.
Michael is survived by his wife of almost 17 years, Paulette (Kelley-Wilkes) Lucyk of Nineveh, PA, his stepdaughter, Kelly (Wilkes) Gaskins of Bridgeport, WV, her husband, Ronnie and their daughter, Kyndra.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, Michael Lucyk, his mother, Edna “Marie” (Lewis) Lucyk, both of Point Marion, PA and his stepdaughter, Erica Wilkes, of Nutter Fort, WV.
Michael spent his free time golfing, woodworking, doing photography and driving around enjoying the sites. He was also a machinist. He was an avid Civil War buff, partaking in reenactments and several visits to battle sites. He also very much enjoyed watching reels of the “Three Stooges”.
Michael was a gentle soul. He never met a stranger. He had a unique sense of humor and did a great impression of his favorite president, Ronald Reagan. He will be very much missed by his family and friends.
Visitation will be held at Behm Funeral Home in Waynesburg on Saturday, June 17th from 11am-1pm with a service at 1pm by Reverend Larry Douglas. Interment will take place at Wolfe Cemetery in Dilliner, PA immediately following the service.
