Alice C. Lucas

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother Alice Christine (Roginski) Lucas, age 99, Bradenton, Florida. On October 18, 2025, at Tidewell Hospice. Alice was known for her infectious smile and giggle, she was the heart of our family.

Alice was born on March 17, 1926, in Pittsville, WI to Adolph and Margaret (Roth) Roginski. She was her parents’ 5th child. But 1st daughter to be born. Alice, being a young bride, married George Ralph Lucas on May 29, 1943, in Pittsville, WI. They welcomed four children within 6 years of their marriage - Judy Ann, Joan Lee, Thomas Allen and Toni Marie.

Our mother proved to be quite the entrepreneur. She helped our father build a thriving business in Wisconsin Rapids. Lucas Implement. She sold her first tractor for the company and even delivered it to the customer. Amidst helping with the family business, she ventured out and purchased numerous properties to utilize as rentals. After selling a rental home, she purchased George’s and her first home in Long Boat Key, Florida to avoid the cold Wisconsin Weather. Our mom could be seen in her earlier years exercising at the YMCA and in her later years taking long walks in the neighborhood. A healthy lifestyle was very important to her. Mom’s favorite television shows were QVC and HSN which were demonstrated though her decorating skills and love of fashion. She loved spending time with her friends and cherished spending time with family.

She is survived by her daughters, Judy Skorik of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, Toni Cornwell of Bradenton, Florida; her younger sister, Shirley Cantin; her grandchildren, Kim (Rick) Dix, Tina (Marty) Berg, Tayna (Randy) Duncan, Nicky Truss, Marcy Lucas, Todd Lucas, Shelly (Jerry) Kruse, Jina Dudley, and Marlow Chatman; several great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Adolph and Margaret; her husband, George; her son, Thomas; her daughter, Joni; her grandson, Christopher; her granddaughter; Tammy and five brothers and two sisters.

Our Mother will be remembered for her kindness, unwavering integrity and love for her family. Her laughter and wisdom were gifts to everyone that knew her.

UPDATED TIMES OF SERVICE
We warmly invite all who knew Alice to Celebrate her life with a visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. with a memorial service at 11:30 a.m. on what would be her 100th birthday Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at the Herman-Taylor Funeral Home 2201 Chestnut St. Wisconsin Rapids. burial will follow in Restlawn Memorial Park. A light luncheon will be served.

A special Thank You to the staff of Tidewell Hospice in Bradenton, Florida for all the loving care they provided our mom.