of Mt. Vernon, AR
March 9, 1951 - November 28, 2021
Mark Tucker, 70, of Mt. Vernon, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 28, 2021. Mr. Tucker was born on Friday, March 9, 1951 in Mountain Home, Arkansas to the late Arvil Tucker and Phyllis Botts Tucker.
Mark was of the Baptist faith and worked as an apprentice boilermaker for four years, then later as a journeyman boilermaker for thirty-two years. He also was a rancher for several years. Mr. Tucker was a volunteer for the Mt. Vernon Booster Club and served as a baseball coach for several years. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge number 65 of El Paso, Arkansas. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time with grandkids, training dogs, and teaching apprentices how to weld.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of forty-seven years, Deb Kirkpatrick Tucker; son, Steven Tucker (Amanda) of Naylor, Arkansas; daughter, Carla Stephens (Heath) of Naylor, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Mackenzie Tucker, Logan Tucker, Bentlee Stephens; one brother, John Tucker (Jackie) of Belton, Texas; one sister, Kathryn Davis of Oklahoma; one aunt Ima Tucker of Oklahoma; two uncles, Dave Tucker (Shirley) of Cotter, Arkansas, Bob Jones of Oakwood, Georgia; brother-in-law, Ken Kirkpatrick (Sherry); sister-in-law, Lisa Moran (Collin); mother-in-law, Hettie Kirkpatrick and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Mr. Tucker is preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law, Duane Kirkpatrick; brother-in-law, Dennis Kirkpatrick.
Visitation for Mr. Tucker will be from 5-7 P.M. Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas. Funeral Services will be 10 A.M. Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Grizzard Cemetery near El Paso, Arkansas. Brother Larry Grubbs will officiate.Pallbearers will be Heath Stephens, Tommy Tucker, Bailey Patrom, Ken Kirkpatrick, Colin Moran, Brad Heck. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local 69.
The family would like to express thanks to Arkansas Hospice for their care.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to a charitable organization of your choice.
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30 Condolence(s)
Renee Vaughn
Saturday, December 4, 2021
My prayers for Mark’s family. Mark was my cousin, and was fortunate to know his family. There are so many who will miss him, but I know he is with Aunt Phyllis and many other family members now. And he will always be remembered.
Renee Vaughn
Saturday, December 4, 2021
My prayers for Mark’s family. Mark was my cousin, and was fortunate to know his family. There are so many who will miss him, but I know he is with Aunt Phyllis and many other family members now. And he will always be remembered.
Renee Vaughn
Saturday, December 4, 2021
My prayers for Mark’s family. Mark was my cousin, and feelI was fortunate to know his family. There are so many who will miss him, but I know he is with Aunt Phyllis and many other family members now. And he will always be remembered.
Tommy Whittaker
Thursday, December 2, 2021
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mark, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was an asset to Boilermakers local #69 and will be missed.
Kathrine Copeland Forret
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Debbie, I was so sorry to hear of Marks passing. I pray you will lean on God for strength in the following days.
Patsy Benton Bryant
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Prayers of strength for you, Debbie & your beautiful family! Your husband & friend of 47 years I know will be dearly missed this side of heaven! Hugging you & holding your hand through this season of sadness! â¤ï¸â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
Oscar & Linda Westhoff
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
So sorry for your loss Deb. Our prayers are with you and your family. Oscar & Linda
Greg Linder
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Steven, You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Barry W Loyd
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
I am honored and blessed to have known Mark as a friend. He was truly a blessing in my life and I will miss him. Please accept my condolences and prayers.
Richard Queen
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mark. Many good memories of times spent with Mark in our younger years.
Denny Cristy Jobe and family
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Our Deepest Sympathy’s and Prayers had a lot of fun hunting with "Inmate" over the years. Great man and left behind a great family.
Janet Flemmons
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Steven, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Love,
Janet
Ashley Wiley Patterson
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Thinking of You- Keeping Your Family in Our Thoughts & Prayers. With Love - The Wiley Family
Debbie Heck Atkinson
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God wrap you in his loving arms and fill you with comfort. I’m here if you need anything
Nancy Henley
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Prayers for peace for all of y’all … love Nancy
Vickie Fowlkes
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family.
Larry McKee
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Sorry to hear of Mark’s death, way to early. 🙠god bless all his family! I have wonderful memories of playing together as kids along with John. Summertime & Christmas time at grandpa’s & grandma’s farm & sleeping together In the Rock house, & chasing uncle arvil’s chickens!
Susan Allen
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his comforting arms around you at this very difficult time. We love you!
Rhonda Cox
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
So very sorry for your loss. Love you all and praying for your comfort
Renee Marlow
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers
Paula Gean
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Steven,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Paula Gean
Ruby Victory
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
So sorry for your loss,praying for you and your family...Ruby
Sonya and Greg Penny
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Our deepest condolences, you and your family are in prayers. Lean on God for your strength. He can and will get you through this, I’m so very sorry.
Tommy and Lisa Brady
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
In our thoughts and Prayers!
Floy johnston
Monday, November 29, 2021
Prayers
Zac Kirkpatrick
Monday, November 29, 2021
Praying for y’all. Love you Aunt Deb Steven and Carla
Marilyn Whitley
Monday, November 29, 2021
Deb and Family you all are in my prayers for the days ahead may you cherish the great memories and lean on others to help you through.
Brooks Leach
Monday, November 29, 2021
Sending love and prayers to this sweet family.
Rickey Henley
Monday, November 29, 2021
Our Deepest Sympathy’s and Prayers 🙠â¤ï¸
Rickey Rhonda Cody Emmy & Trudy Henley
Eddie and Melissa Landreth
Monday, November 29, 2021
We're so very sorry for your loss, Steven. Praying for peace and comfort for you in the days ahead.