Stephen Hayman Lucas, 75, of Lake Placid went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday morning December 6, 2019 at this residence.  Stephen was born on October 22, 1944 at Ft. Lauderdale to parents Dorothy McGinnes and Hayman Lucas. Stephen served his country with honors in the US Air Force during Vietnam.  Stephen retired from Florida Power and Light as an electrician in 2002. He has been a resident of Lake Placid since his retirement moving here from Ft. Lauderdale. Stephen was an active member at the South Oak First Baptist Church of Lake Placid and a life member of the NRA.  He was best known as the CEO of tinkering, as there was nothing he could not fix who enjoyed being out on his boat, working around the house, inventing things, and helping people. He love being with his family and friends any time they could get together especially his grand and great grandchildren. Stephen is preceded in death by his loving son, Michael Stephen.  He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Bette, daughter; Christina Lynn Lucas, sons: Bill and Troy Lucas, granddaughter; Brittney, two great-grandchildren; Cloie and Braylee, brothers; David and Gordon Lucas and many aunts and cousins. A funeral service to celebrate Stephen's life will be held 11:00 AM, Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at the South Oak First Baptist Church of Lake Placid 119 E. Royal Palm Street, Lake Placid with Pastor Mike Ford officiating.  Military honors will be presented by the US Air Force Honor Guard. A visitation for family and friends to reflect on Stephen's life will be held one hour prior to service time. A graveside service will be held 12:30 PM, Friday, December 13, 2019 at the Sarasota National Cemetery in Sarasota. Funeral arrangements entrusted with the Scott Funeral Home 504 W. Interlake Blvd., Lake Placid 863-4656-4134.