Ruth Ann 'Perk' Lucas, 77, of Mansfield, died Thursday, August 16, 2007, at MedCentral Mansfield Hospital. Born September 28, 1929, in Mansfield, she was the daughter of Merle and Pearl Briner Perkeybile. A 1947 graduate of Mansfield Senior High, Mrs. Lucas was a registered nurse. She was a member of Easter Star, Mansfield Chapter #17 and enjoyed traveling with her friend Ursula, puzzles and playing cards.
Surviving are a brother, Charles Perkeybile of Mansfield; a niece, Nancy Kulka of Mansfield; three nephews, Robert Perkeybile of Fort Recovery, Ray Perkeybile and Richard Perkeybile both of Mansfield; numerous great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Jeanne Charters; and special friend Ursula Unterwagner of Mansfield. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Floyd S. Lucas; a brother, Jack Charters; and a niece, Stephanie Charters.
Graveside funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 22, 2007, at Oak Grove Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to MedCentral Hospice.