Paul Hampton Lackey, 92, passed away peacefully on Wednesday April 12, at his home in Arlington, VA surrounded by family.He is survived by his wife of 52 years Sandra Diehl Lackey and two sons David Lackey and wife Leah of McLean, VA and Tim Lackey and wife Michelle of Fairfax, VA. He also leaves behind sister Margaret Stunkle of Ranson, WV and grandchildren Taylor, Tara, Aleksei, Nikolas, Dominic and Carmen.Born in Upperville, Virginia in 1924, Paul grew up on a farm in Loudon County. He spent much of his childhood working on the farm and hunting and trapping. In 1942, he joined the Navy at age 17 serving in the Atlantic, Pacific and European theaters during World War II. Upon discharge from the Navy, Paul attended Barber school and served as aBarber for 25 years before joining the Capitol Police in 1972 where he worked until retiring in 1989.Paul discovered later in life that he had extraordinary talent as a distance runner. He completed many Marathons over the last 40 years often winning the races in his age bracket. His other hobbies included hunting, fishing and gardening.The family will receive friends from 2pm to 4pm and 6pm to 8pm Thursday, April 20, 2017 at Cunningham Turch Funeral Home, 811 Cameron St. Alexandria, VA 22314. Internment will be held 12pm, Friday, April 21, 2017 at Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, VA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Paul’s name to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society www.nmcrs.org or theMacula Vision Research Foundation www.mvrf.org .
811 Cameron St. Alexandria, VA USA 22314
04/20/2017
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dear Mrs. Sandy,
Thinking of you and your family in your time of loss. I’m so grateful for the wonderful memories we shared with with Paul hunting in WV. I will continue to reminisce of special times and thank God for the time he spent with me and my family.
Much love and fond memories,
Christy Kegg.
Danny and Jane Adams daughter
To the Lackey family
As we remember Paul I think back to when I first met him I was only about seven years old and have so many memories .
He was a great teacher not only in my life but as I grew up and had a family of my own he taught us all so much about life, hunting, guns and safety, and an extra bonus was the meals he would prepare for us! Hunting season at the Adams was always made more special and meaningful when Paul would call and say he was coming up! The stories and good times we all had with Paul will always bring smiles and laughter when we get together and reminisce.
He will be surely missed by our family but so grateful he was a part of our lives! till we meet again our friend God bless and our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Love Danny, Jane and family
TO THE FAMILY: I am truly sorry for your loss, please accept my deepest sympathy. May the God of all comfort gives your family strength and comfort during this difficult time 2nd Corinthians 1:3,4. I pray that this message brings your family much comfort in the days ahead.
“My Deepest Condolences go out to the Lackey family, God’s word saids, at Isa 25:8 “He will swallow up death forever,……And will wipe away the tears from all faces.
Dear Sandy – all of our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. I have so many great memories of Paul, you, and your family growing up! They make me smile and will be with me forever! Love you much! Jeff
Not o mention the BBQ on Janie’s birthday when Paul and I are outside on their patio holding umbrellas in a thunderstorm!!! Yikes!!
We couldn’t ask for neighbors any nicer than the Lackeys! I’ll miss sharing gardening tips with Paul. Sandy, we’re here for you, just let us know if you need anything. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family.
Kevin & Anne
Very sad over the loss of my friend. Many memories but for some reason the one upper most in my mind right now is the first time I went down to the basement in his home, saw all the hunting “stuff” and realized how serious he was about hunting. Don’t think Sandy was too crazy about his hunting trips though! Much love and sympathy to Sandy and the family. Wish I could be with you during this time.
Susan Nay
While it is indeed sad that you are mourning the loss of your dear Paul, it saddens God more. In the days ahead, you will reflect on his seemingly small, yet precious memories. This happens especially when we experience the loss of someone loved. However, be comforted in knowing that just as you have memories, almighty God remembers too. The difference is, God can and will restore perfect life to those in His memory as expressed in the video link below** In the meantime, God warmly invites you to trust in Him for comfort 2 Cor. 1:3,4. Please accept my condolences during this time of distress.
https://vimeo.com/203794012
To the family of Paul Lackey: Imagine the time when there will be no more old age and Paul will be young and vibrant as he once was. Job 33:25 Imagine a time when there will be no more death and all those in the grave will be resurrected. Isaiah 25:8; Acts 24:15 Very soon we won’t have to use our imagination because these things will be a reality. We can put our faith and trust in God’s word because we know that “God cannot lie.” Titus 1:2
Dear Sandy,
Annagreta and I wish to express our heartfelt condolences to you and the family.
How to remember Paul? What comes to mind is his attentiveness –
his comforting quietness – his enjoyment in chatting back there in the kitchen – little things of life so meaningful, too often overlooked,