Edward Lukjanowicz

Ed was born in Wildflecken, Germany in 1947 and moved to the
United States at age 5. (He spoke no English on his first day of
school, (St. Mary's). He attended O'Dea Catholic High School and
then went on to Seattle University.

Ed played soccer for Seattle U. from the year the team was
founded and earned a letter. Ed Graduated with a degree in Civil
Engineering. Ed Married Rita Falsetto on October 24, 1970 at St.
Edwards Catholic Church in Seattle. Their first child (Michael) was
born on July 26, 1972, (Ed's sister Maria's 15
th birthday) and their second child (Anita) was born
July 23, 1975. Ed loved Blues and early Rock n Roll music. Ed
learned piano as a child and would express his love of music on the
family piano at every holiday gathering. ED loved the "Seafair
Weekend" here in Seattle and often spent many of them on the shores
of Lake Washington watching the hydroplane races in person and
enjoying the summer atmosphere at the lake. Ed was an extremely
dedicated worker with a very strong work ethic, which he passed on
to both of his children. He had an equally strong faith and always
tried to live his life accordingly. The friends Ed made in school,
stayed friends for his entire life. Later in life Ed really looked
forward to the high school reunions and waited with anticipation
for days prior to the event to see the old gang again.

The local neighborhood reunions brought as much excitement to
him as the class reunions.

When his daughter Anita had her first child (Anthony), Ed
became extremely excited to be a grandparent. Whether it was trying
to teach Anthony how to play soccer or walking to the corner store
to buy the Sunday paper he loved spending time with his grandson. A
few years later Ed was blessed with yet another grandchild (Sydney)
and once again was filled with the love and joy of being a
grandparent. Later in his life Ed's health turned poor and although
he struggled with illness, it wasn't until the very end that it was
determined colon cancer had overtaken much of his internal organs.
Even in times of great pain, Ed always tried to be strong and hide
any signs of discomfort especially in the presence of the
grandchildren. Those who knew Ed loved him for his genuine outgoing
personality, dedication to family, work and overall happy
nature.

Edward Lukjanowicz went softly to the Lord, on the morning of
August 26, 2010, at the age of 62. Ed was a proud Alumni of Seattle
University, where he played soccer on the University's very first
team and graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering. Ed's love of
soccer followed him beyond school where he not only played on adult
leagues, but also coached girls youth soccer to great success. Ed
worked for the Navy as a Civil Engineer for over 30 years. Ed held
a key role in the success of building the Everett WA Navy Homeport,
a career highlight he was very proud to be a part of. Ed is
survived by his two children, Michael (Teresa), Anita (Jay),
grandson Anthony, granddaughter Sydney, his brother John
(Francesca), niece Lauren, nephew Ryan, sister Maria (Michael). We
will celebrate Ed's life on August 31 2010, at St. Thomas More
Church in Lynnwood at 1 pm.
You are invited to view more photos at Ed's album on Picasa:
Ed Lukjanowicz
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Ed's name to the
Seattle University Men's soccer team.
Via: Seattle University
Attn: Advancement Services
901 12
th Ave
P.O. Box 222000
Seattle, W.A. 98122-1090
Memo: Edward Lukjanowicz