It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved father Clarence Freddie Luchuck, 86, of Wallace, passed away on April 22, 2026 at River Oaks Healthcare Center. He was born in Lumberport on February 5, 1940 to the late John Luchuck and Bessie Rotena (Whaley) Luchuck.
He was a devoted husband and father, a cherished family member and friend. He was known for his wisdom and his pranks, a very intelligent man. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and telling jokes. He took immense pride in guiding, supporting, and loving his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom he called “hey babe.” He graduated from Lumberport High School. Fred proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp. He married his loving wife, Linda, on September 21, 1968. He worked for Powhatan Point Ohio followed by Glory Coal Company as a coal miner.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Margaret (McCourt) Luchuck; one son, Freddie Luchuck and wife Tessa of Lumberport; one daughter, Melissa Martin of Wallace; three granddaughters: Clarissa Martin of Clarksburg, Cierra Price of Bridgeport and Olivia Luchuck of Lumberport; two great granddaughters: Kenlee Adkins and Hadley Fenton as well as several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Clarence is preceded in death by his brothers: Ervin Miller, Earl Miller, Johnnie Luchuck, Bob Luchuck, Ernie Luchuck and Raymond Luchuck; his sisters: Lillian Bragg, Janet Burton, Gladys Luchuck and Mary Louise Virginia Luchuck.
Family and friends will be received at Dorsey Funeral Home, 701 S. Pike St., Shinnston on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 from 2:00PM until 8:00PM for visitation. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 11:00AM with Pastor Keith Swiger officiating. Interment at Lumberport Lions Cemetery.
Dorsey Funeral Home is honored to be handling the arrangements for the Luchuck family.
