Sheldon Lukes Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Sheldon Lukes of Austin, Minnesota, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 15, 2025 at the age of 89. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Lukes and Mabel Lukes (Magnuson); his former wife Shirley Nelson; his children, Terri, Jeffrey, Daniel and Raymond; his nephew Randy Lukes; and his siblings-in-law, Charlotte Lukes, Duane Nelson and John Lightly.
He is survived by: his wife Ruth Lukes (Helle) of Austin, MN; his children, Cynthia Meyers of Denver, CO, Allen Johnson, Julie Raver of Rochester, MN and Brad Lukes (Toni) of Austin, MN; his siblings, Dean Lukes and Charleen Demulling (Robert); and his sisters-in-law, Judy Nelson and Grace Lightly. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and many other family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 29th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary (209 2nd Ave NW, Austin, MN 55912). A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 29th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials to Trondhjem Lutheran Church or to the donor's choice.
