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Obituary For Robert Wyatt Lacy, Jr.
Robert Wyatt Lacy, Jr., of Richmond, Virginia, transitioned to his eternal home on June 10, 2024, at 5:28 pm. He was born June 22, 1953, to Laura Harris Lacy and Robert W. Lacy Sr. He was preceded in death by both his parents and first wife Lyle D. Lacy. He attended Richmond Public Schools and graduated from John Marshall High School, where he played basketball and football. Robert felt compelled to be a Fireman and saved many lives at the Richmond Fire Department Station 16, for 25 years until he retired. In addition to his outstanding career, he loved football (The Washington Commanders), his wife, his children, grandchildren, his Fairfield Baptist Church Family, and his Tesla. He also loved to joke and never shied from saying what was on his mind. He was the Mr. Fix it or figure it out, and he would give you the shirt off his back if it were needed. He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife, Renee Knight-Lacy; two daughters that he loved very much, Dawn Allen (Dwayne) and Robyn Lacy (Troy); five grandchildren, whom were his heartbeats, Darrell Ross, Dymond Allen, Lydell Carter, Tranaye Carter and Troy C. Carter; brother, Ronald Lacy; his devoted Harris/Lacy family and New York family and more devoted his loving sister-in-law; Dr. Alicia Knight-DeBrady (Christophe’); his two best friends, confidants, partners in crime, James Harris and Geraldine Smith; other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Robert's memory to Fairfield Baptist Church Trustee Ministry, 1500 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Richmond, VA 23223. Livestreaming at scottsfuneralhomecom
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Mixed flowers in a handled basket was sent for Robert Wyatt Lacy, Jr. - June 18, 2024
Baez LLC sent Beautiful Dreams for Robert Wyatt Lacy, Jr. - June 17, 2024
Robert is now with Jesus, free of all pain, full of joy and new life. It was a special blessing to have served him while he was still on this side of eternity. From all of us at Erica Baez Law.
Ingrid Thompson sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Robert Wyatt Lacy, Jr. - June 11, 2024
Rest in Peace Mr. Robert Wyatt Lacy
Ron, Mike and I are so very sorry for your loss. Sending you good thoughts and many prayers.
You have my deepest condolences.
I ran a lot of fires with Robert over the years. He was a Great Fireman and a Great Man. R.I.P Brother.
Rest ib Peace. You will be missed. May God bless this family in their times of need. Love Theresa F.
Rest in paradise.
My prayers and sympathy to the family.Robert you will be truly missed.David Taylor
My condolences.
Robert was a classmate of mine , he was a "Gentle Giant " a very nice guy , Rest in Peace 🌹😇, condolences 🙏 to the family
Big Rob, wishing you the eternal peace you so richly deserve. I will always cherish the times we spent growing up together on Lamb Ave. No one could have a better friend than you. Joey Mason
Robert you are in heaven looking down on us,gone but will never be forgotten by your family RIP. Ingrid T.
Robert the pain is no more Now you are the walking around heaven in true peace We will remember you and the good times we had with you RIP. Julie Woods
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