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Detra Mechelle Lacy

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Detra Lacy Obituary

Detra Mechelle Lacy DURHAM, NC - November 15, 1966 - February 18, 2016 Detra Mechelle Lacy passed away at home surrounded by family and friends in Durham, NC on Thursday, February 18, 2016. She is survived by her parents, Dr. Gary & Mrs. Terry Lacy; sister, Xavier McCutcheon; along with nephew and niece Alexandre & Avah McCutcheon. Detra was generous, witty, and very passionate about teaching and cooking. She was a member of Alpha Phi Omega and volunteered at the MS Society of Charlotte. A memorial is scheduled for 11:30 am on Tuesday, February 23 at Woodcroft Club in Durham, NC. The funeral is scheduled for 11:00 am on Thursday, February 25 at St. Patrick's Church in Charleston, SC. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude's in honor of Detra. www.haywoodfh.com Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2016.

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Camille Elliott

February 29, 2016

Gary and family
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I was in Detra's company several times when she lived in Springfield, MA and I enjoyed her wit and humor. She will truly be missed.

February 24, 2016

February 24, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the Lacy family in the loss of your love one. May the God of tender mercies comfort, strengthening and
give you peace during this most difficult time. ( Psalms 29:11)

A.S,,,,New Jersey

Kathy Bethea-McQueen

February 23, 2016

I'm praying for your strength during this difficult time.

Patrice Prioleau

February 23, 2016

Rest In Peace !

Rhonda Carpenter

February 23, 2016

Dee was one of my favorite people to work with. I will miss her spirit and kindness.

February 23, 2016

Thinking of you and wishing you God's peace, comfort,
and blessing.

Love, Byron, Geraldine "Gerry", and Brian Minter

Meggan Jackson

February 23, 2016

Your are loved by family and friends who will miss you dearly.

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