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Key moments and achievements from David Lucey's life.
David was born
· Punta Gorda, Florida, United States
Graduated
David T. Lucey completed his higher education at Suffolk University, where he earned a degree in journalism. This academic foundation prepared him for a lifelong career in the media industry. His studies instilled in him a deep appreciation for the role of the press in local communities.
Graduated
David T. Lucey completed his higher education at Suffolk University, where he earned a degree in journalism. This academic foundation prepared him for a lifelong career in the media industry. His studies instilled in him a deep appreciation for the role of the press in local communities.
Military Service
Commissioned as a second lieutenant, David T. Lucey served as a captain in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War era. His extensive military duties took him to every continent, including notable assignments in Antarctica and Southeast Asia. In recognition of his service, he received the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal.
Military Service
Commissioned as a second lieutenant, David T. Lucey served as a captain in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War era. His extensive military duties took him to every continent, including notable assignments in Antarctica and Southeast Asia. In recognition of his service, he received the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal.
Hired
In 1972, Lucey joined the Meriden Record-Journal, marking the beginning of a highly successful tenure in newspaper management. He took on the role of General Manager for the Record-Journal Publishing Company, overseeing daily operations and ensuring the consistent delivery of local news. His leadership helped solidify the publication's standing as a vital community resource.
Hired
In 1972, Lucey joined the Meriden Record-Journal, marking the beginning of a highly successful tenure in newspaper management. He took on the role of General Manager for the Record-Journal Publishing Company, overseeing daily operations and ensuring the consistent delivery of local news. His leadership helped solidify the publication's standing as a vital community resource.
Promoted
Expanding his influence in New England journalism, David Lucey became the Publisher of The Westerly Sun. In this executive role, he guided the newspaper's strategic direction and championed the importance of community-focused reporting. He also served as President of the New England Newspaper Association, advocating for the broader regional press.
Promoted
Expanding his influence in New England journalism, David Lucey became the Publisher of The Westerly Sun. In this executive role, he guided the newspaper's strategic direction and championed the importance of community-focused reporting. He also served as President of the New England Newspaper Association, advocating for the broader regional press.
Retirement
After 33 years of dedicated service to the journalism industry, David T. Lucey retired from his executive roles in 2005. His career left a lasting impact on the publications he managed and the communities they served. Colleagues remembered him as a staunch defender of the free press and a mentor to many in the field.
Retirement
After 33 years of dedicated service to the journalism industry, David T. Lucey retired from his executive roles in 2005. His career left a lasting impact on the publications he managed and the communities they served. Colleagues remembered him as a staunch defender of the free press and a mentor to many in the field.
Volunteer Work
During his retirement, Lucey dedicated his time to the Military Heritage Museum in Punta Gorda. Drawing on his extensive aviation background from the Air Force, he served as a dedicated flight simulator instructor. This role allowed him to share his passion for flight and military history with museum visitors and the local community.
Volunteer Work
During his retirement, Lucey dedicated his time to the Military Heritage Museum in Punta Gorda. Drawing on his extensive aviation background from the Air Force, he served as a dedicated flight simulator instructor. This role allowed him to share his passion for flight and military history with museum visitors and the local community.
David Lucey passed away
