George K. Lua, 64, passed away on June 23, 2024, in Bedford, Massachusetts. Born on August 22, 1959, in San Francisco, California, George was a cherished member of his family, a loving husband, father and grandfather, and a proud member of the Bedford community.
George graduated from Shawsheen Valley Technical High School in 1976 and went on to establish a career as an Executive Chef, a role in which he thrived for years, bringing joy to many through his food. His life was a testament to his values of hard work, generosity, and acts of kindness. He was always thoughtful and giving to those around him. George loved music, reading, and cherished long drives and adventures with his wife Karen. He loved spending time at events celebrating his children and grandchildren. George spent many hours on the sidelines of baseball and softball fields coaching his five children and many other youths in Bedford. His many quips, sayings, and values will live on with those who learned from him on the field.
A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, George’s greatest joy was his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Karen Lua; his children, Stephen Lua, Nikki Taylor and her husband Eric, Alli Lua, Joseph Lua, and Kari Lua; and his beloved grandchildren Henry and Pacey, whom he adored playing with and watching grow. He is also survived by his extended family: Diane and Thomas Marino and their children Lauren and Michael, Linda and Dana Iacopucci, DJ and Jen Caristi, and their child Benjamin, Teresa and Peter Ferrelli and their children Christopher, Anna, John, and Sophia.
George was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Teresa Caristi, and father-in-law, Donald Caristi whom he loved, respected, and cherished as his own parents.
Visitation will be held at the Bedford Funeral Home, 167 Great Rd., Bedford, on Sunday, June 30, from 2 to 5 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 1 at St. Michael’s Church, 90 Concord Road, Bedford, MA 01730. Interment will take place at St. Bernard’s Cemetery in Concord, MA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to a GoFundMe (https://gofund.me/68f1e274) set up in memory of George that will help support Karen through this trying time and continue to support her as she navigates her ongoing cancer treatment.
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