Carol Ann Clancy Lukes

Carol Ann Clancy Lukes, 85, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026. 

She was born December 16, 1940, in Chicago, IL, to the late Bernard and Gabriella Clancy.

Mrs. Lukes was a graduate of Loretto Academy of the Immaculate Conception and Saint Xavier University in Chicago, Il. She was a dedicated Catholic school teacher at the Church of the Nativity in Brandon, FL; serving the parish for nearly 50 years as a teacher, Eucharistic Minister, and later as a member of the church office staff. Active in many things, Mrs. Lukes was particularly committed to animals and was a founding member of the Dog Training Club of Tampa. She was a committed friend and devoted mother and grandmother.

In addition to her loving parents, Mrs. Lukes was preceded in death by her former husband and life-long companion, Dr. Edward Lukes.

Carol is survived by her two devoted children, Martin Lukes and Jean Fifer; loving daughter-in-law, Laura Lukes; and five adored grandchildren: Joseph (Jennifer) Lukes, Martin Lukes, Jr., Alex Fifer, Bernard Lukes, and Ryan Fifer.

A memorial mass will be held for Carol at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church on Friday, July 17, 2026 at 12:00 noon. A graveside service will be held in the Resurrection Catholic Church cemetery in Chicago, IL, at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trellis Supportive Care, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103.

Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel is assisting the family of Mrs. Carol Lukes.