John A. Lacy, 96, of Overland Park, KS, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Visitation will be from 9:30-10:15 AM, Rosary at 10:15 AM and Funeral Mass starting at 10:30 AM Saturday, December 18, at Queen of the Holy Rosary, 7023 West 71st Street, Overland Park, KS. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Advice and Aid or Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church.
John was born October 27, 1925, in Uvalde, Texas to John, Sr., and Jane (Bacon) Lacy. He grew up in Lexington, VA, attended St. Charles Prep Seminary in Baltimore, MD, then received his highter education at St. Mary's Seminary in Baltimore, MD. He met his wife Rose dancing at the Plamor Ballroom. John served in the US Naval Reserves. He was a sales executive in the heavy equipment construction industry before starting John Lacy Construction Company in 1965. After selling his company in 1974, John served as a general sales manager for 10 more years. He pursued his realtor license and served as a local realtor in the area for over 25 years before fully retiring. John was a member of Queen of the Holy Rosary, leading the Rosary before the 4:00 PM Saturday Mass for many years. He was a staunch pro-life advocate. He loved woodworking, tennis, swimming, ice cream, napping anywhere anytime, even during the nosiest of parties, and spending time with his family. He was the oldest member of the Matt Ross Gym in Overland Park, working out three times a week until 93 yrs of age.
John was preceded in death by his wife Rose Marie Lacy and his son Vern Lacy. He is survived by 5 children: Robert, Peggy Sitler, Patty Katzer, Jerry, Regina Stone, sister Sr. Paulamarie Isabelle Lacy, brother Frank Lacy, 10 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.