Richard Evans Tucker
December 5, 1953 - July 2, 2010 |
Richard “Rick” Evans Tucker, 56 of Galena, Kansas departed this life July 2, 2010 at his home after a short illness.
Rick was born December 5, 1953 to Vernon E. and Margaret J. (Frazier) Tucker in Wichita , Kansas . He was a graduate of Campus High School in Hayesville, Kansas, after graduating he went to work installing industrial insulation before returning to school where he studied diesel repair. On May 20, 1980 he was united in marriage to Lana Kay Livingston in Fort Gibson , Oklahoma , and together they had three sons. Rick worked for several area businesses including most recently B&G Cleaning in Joplin, Missouri. Rick had a very strong faith, and regularly attended the Tennessee Prairie Friends Church. In his free time Rick enjoyed working on cars and anything with a motor.
He was preceded in death by his father, and his brother, Steven B. Tucker.
Rick is survived by his mother Margaret J. Tucker of Galena, Kansas, his three sons, Joe Tucker of Wichita, Shawn Tucker of Wichita, and Ryan Tucker and wife Santosha of Dallas, Texas, a sister Debra Thomason of Galena, a brother, Leslie E. Tucker of Augusta, Kansas, and many nieces and nephews he was like a grandfather to.
A memorial service is scheduled for July 5, 2010 at 12:00 pm, at Camp Joy Ministries, located at 3125 West 20th Street, Joplin, with Reverend Jeff Martin officiating. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.thornhilldillon.com care of the mortuary. Arrangements are under the care of the Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary in Joplin.
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Born: December 5, 1953 |
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Death: July 2, 2010 |
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Occupation: Machanic |
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Hobbies: Working on cars |
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Organizations: Member of Tennessee Prairie Friends Church |
| Survived By |
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Margaret J. Tucker, Mother |
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Joe Tucker, Son |
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Shawn Tucker, Son |
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Ryan Tucker, Son |
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Debra Thomason, Sister |
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Leslie Tucker, Brother |
| Preceded in Death By |
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Vernon E. Tucker, Father |
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Steven B. Tucker, Brother |
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