of Paris, AR
April 28, 1948 - April 22, 2021
Kenneth Tucker, 72, a resident of Paris, passed away Thursday, April 22, 2021, at his home.
He was born April 28, 1948, in Paris to the late Willie and Lavada (Bray) Tucker. Kenneth served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam. He married Yvonne (Preston) Tucker on June 4, 1971, in Booneville. Kenneth spent his working years in the oil and gas drilling industry and retired from Nabors Drilling. Kenneth was an avid woodworker and loved being outdoors. After retiring, he purchased a sawmill which he used to build several projects for his family.
In addition to his parents, Kenneth was preceded in death by a brother, Lawrence Tucker and four sisters, Laverne Cobb, Veneda Smith, Sylvia Anderson and Florence Corley.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Yvonne Tucker of Paris; a son, Kevin Tucker and wife, Elissa of Springdale; two daughters, Marilyn McKown and husband, Chris of Dover and Carla Moore and husband, David of Paris; seven grandchildren, Garrett and Lauren McKown, Cheyanne and Cameron Moore and Oliver, Ella and Charlotte Tucker; a brother, Luther Tucker of Lawton, Oklahoma and three sisters, Dovie Johnson of Clarksville, Freeda Willis of Cameron, Oklahoma and Kathy McNeese of Cleburne, Texas.
Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Friday, April 23, 2021, at Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 24, 2021, at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris with Rev. Ricky White and Mr. Neal Preston officiating. Burial will follow in Corley Cemetery near Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Pallbearers will be Chris McKown, Garrett McKown, David Moore, Melvin Thomas, Daniel Walker and Raymond Harrison.
So sorry to hear of the loss of another classmate. Kenneth was a great guy, always a pleasure to be around. his family has my deepest sympathy. rest in peace.
We are so sorry! Praying for God's love and peace to surround your family.
So sorry for your loss
Pam & Rob Davis
Sorry for your loss Kenneth was a good man Prayers for you all Love Betty Lou
He will be greatly missed. We made a lot of good memories when Lauren basketball. Prayers for you all.
Jonell. Clay. And Noah Norwood
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT KENNETH, OUR PRAYERS ARE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME, A GREAT MAN, A GREAT FAMILY, THANK YOU FOR THE EXAMPLE YOU SET, GOD BLESS YOU. REST IN PEACE.
So Sorry for your loss. He was such a happy and caring person. We are so blessed to have known such a good man. He will be missed greatly. Love you Uncle Kenneth!
We are so sorry for your loss. Kenneth was such a caring person who was always willing to help in anyway he could. We will be praying for you and your family.
With Love,
Christi & Grace Preston
Faith & Alex Brown
Our thoughts are with you and the family. Keep a strong heart and clear mind during this time.
He was a great man, we sure will miss him here at Corley. Prayers
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless you.
my thoughts and prayers are with the family , kenneth was such a nice person may he rest in peace
Uncle Kenneth was a very special man , that was loved by everyone that knew him.He was there to help if you needed him . Rest in Peace. Prayers for the whole family.Love you all so much
Kenneth was one of the finest men I've known. Hard worker an provided for his family. His family was his life. God got a great angel. Prayers for the family.
Sorry to hear about this.
Kenneth was always a perfect gentleman.
Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Marilyn:
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Prayers for you and your family.
Doris
So sorry to hear about Uncle Kenneth. Thoughts and prayers for everyone.
A very sweet and special man. We will miss him so much! Yvonne, Marylin, Carla, and Kevin you all are in our prayers!
So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband Yvonne my prayers are with u n your family. May God Bless n touch all of you!!
Rest In Peace Uncle Kenneth! You will be so missed! Love you!