Obituary

Albert C. Lueck Jr., 80, passed away July 7, 2020, at his home in Buckeye, Arizona, surrounded by loved ones.
Big Al was born April 25, 1940 in Phoenix, Arizona to Albert Sr. and Melva Lueck. He followed in his father’s footsteps as a dairyman.
He attended Agua Fria High School and graduated in 1958. In July 1958, Al met the love of his life, Jerry Ruth. They married January 1, 1959 and even after 62 years he couldn’t walk by her without a smooch. Al & Jerry raised 4 children. He loved his family, cows, and the cattle auction. Al was a respected dairy farmer in both Arizona and Texas.
Al is survived by his wife, Jerry Ruth, 4 children Ann (Mark) Knister, Nanci (Paul) Budge, Carl (Salena) Lueck, and Alan (Helen) Lueck; his brothers Bob, Bill (Mary), and Fred (Judy), 12 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren who he dearly loved.
He was preceded in death by his parents Albert Sr. and Melva and his grandson, AJ.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 11 at 11 am at Estrella Mountain Church, 10485 S Estrella Parkway, Goodyear AZ 85338. Lunch will be served after the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Phoenix Children’s Hospital or Buckeye FFA Alumni.