of Batesville, AR
February 4, 1948 - August 13, 2019
Gerald ''Mack'' Tucker, 71, of Batesville passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 in Memphis, Tennessee.
He was born on Wednesday, February 4, 1948 in Batesville to David Isam and Virgie Lee (Gill) Tucker.
Mack was the owner and operator of Tucker Drilling Company, he was also a member of the Ruddell Hill Baptist Church and a board member of the Ruddell Hill Fire Department where he was a retired assistant chief. Mack was passionate about his church and his work. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed being around the deer camp. He also loved his grandchildren dearly.
Survivors include his wife, Brenda Gail (Smith) Tucker; one son, Travis Tucker of Cabot; one daughter, Chasity Hastings (Shawn) of Batesville; one brother, Gary Tucker (Roetta) of Cushman; two sisters, Ima Johnson (Dwain) of Batesville, Maudie Dickey of Batesville; five grandchildren, Hailey Ford (Austin), Courtney Hastings, Layne Tucker, Grey Isom Tucker, and Jeremy Hastings; and honorary daughter, Emily Tucker.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, David Tucker; and one sister, Wilma Matlock.
Pallbearers are Greg Johnson, Trinity Smith, Dwayne Dickey, Jerry Brashers, Bryan Dickey, Andy Denham. Honorary pallbearers will be Dwain Johnson, Calvin Smith, Mike Smith, Andy Hubbs, Dr. Hanan Makhoul and Staff, his Ruddell Hill Baptist Church family.
Funeral services will begin at 10am Saturday, August 17, 2019 at the Ruddell Hill Baptist Church with Chuck Miller Sr. and Alan Brown officiating.
Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00pm Friday, August 16, 2019 at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home in Batesville.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ruddell Hill Baptist Church Building Fund 805 Bethesda Rd. Batesville, Arkansas 72501 or the Barnes Cemetery Fund 1250 Bethesda Rd. Batesville, Arkansas 72501.
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11 Condolence(s)
Charity
Friday, August 16, 2019
Shawn and Chastity, I am sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and your family. If you need anything just let me know.
Mark Earl
Friday, August 16, 2019
Mack is a good friend and I will miss him at deer camp. My prayers to his family and friends in this difficult time.
Willie Strong
Friday, August 16, 2019
Please know that I am praying for your family.
Ron Stephens
Friday, August 16, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Gerald's passing , He was a very pleasant man , I never saw him in bad mood , Great Guy, Prayers are with the family .May GOD Bless you all ,.
Tom Worley
Friday, August 16, 2019
So sorry to hear about Gerald. Enjoyed visiting with him every year at deer camp. Will miss him. Prayers for the family
Carrie Staggs
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Prayers for the family during this difficult time . Such a beautiful video tribute of a wonderful man and his beautiful family.
Mitzi Manley
Thursday, August 15, 2019
I am so sorry Brenda prayers for you and your family
Retha Thompson
Thursday, August 15, 2019
My thoughts are with you all during this sad time. I know it is sad for you but joyous for him. He's no longer suffering and rejoicing with his Lord. I pray God will place His loving arms around you all during this time and give you peace only He can give.
JACKIE & AMY MULLEN
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Prayers going out for God's comfort and healing.
Danny
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Love and prayers for you and your family
Todd, Resa and Stephanie Bolin
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
He loved his family and the people surrounding him. He was such a sweet soul. May God's love and the many prayers give you comfort in the coming days. The memories he created are treasures to share with each other.