Verdis Tucker Jr.

Verdis Tucker Obituary

Tucker, Verdis Jr. ALBANY Verdis Tucker Jr., sometimes called "Mr. D," was born to Verdis Tucker Sr. and Annie Taylor Tucker on November 22, 1928 in Wake Forest, N.C. After a long illness, Verdis peacefully slipped away on October 22, 2007 at home, surrounded by his loving daughters, Jacquie Tucker Ponds and Joanna Clark Womack. Verdis was a resident of Albany, N.Y. for many years. He served in the U.S. Navy, where he fought as a boxer sponsored by Motorola. He was a hard and dedicated worker and retired from Tobin Packing, Albany Housing and Albany Medical Center. He loved socializing with friends, reading and watching the court TV and boxing shows. In his younger days, he participated in the ABC Bowling League and was recognized as an excellent bowler. Verdis was predeceased by his loving wife, Annie Mae Green Tucker, and his longtime companion, Mary Williams. In addition to his daughters, Jacquie and Joanna, he is survived by his brothers, John Tucker Sr. and James Tucker; his special nephews, John Tucker Jr., James Tucker, Joseph Tucker, and Joseph Forte; his niece, Felicia Tucker; his stepdaughter, Hazel Swindell; his sister-in-law, Georgia Tucker; his brother-in-law, Mack Slade; and a host of family and friends. Worship service will be held at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church at 140 2nd St., Albany, N.Y. on Saturday, October 27, 2007 commencing at 1:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life Reception will follow immediately at the Capital Woods Apartments Community Room (former Dudley Heights Apts. on Lark Drive). To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Oct. 25 to Oct. 26, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Verdis Tucker

12 Entries

Cathy Muhammad

November 1, 2007

Jackie and Joanne
Sorry to hear about your loss, your father was an inspiration to me whenever I saw him. I will miss him.

Sis. Cathy Muhammad
aka Cathy Johnson

naomi sanders

October 28, 2007

To the family of the late Verdis Tucker: Keep your hands in Jesus' hands. He is the only one who can bring you comfort at your time of need. We knew Mr. "D" for many years. We know he will be truly missed. Roy Sanders (Columbus, MS), Sam Crenshaw and Rudy Marable(Albany NY).

julie coleman

October 26, 2007

to joann&jackie sorry i do notknow
you guys but your father were a nice
person little crazy (smile)we had
good times at dels bar years ago.
with deepest sympathy in the loss of
your love one,
from julie coleman @family

Shirley Ward

October 26, 2007

Joann & Jackie
My thoughts a prayers are with you in your ftime of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mernetta & Jean

JIM & BETTY MCKENZIE

October 26, 2007

JACKIE AND JOANN ME AND MY HUSBAND
ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST.OUR
SYMPATHY IS WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.HE'LL BE MISSED.WE LIVED
NEXT DOOR TO HIM FOR 26 YEARS .
GOD BLESS

Shirley Ward

October 26, 2007

Joann & Jackie
May thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jean & Mernetta

Tom and Donna Lee

October 26, 2007

Joanna and Jackie,
Even though we did not know your loved one, he must have been a very kind and loving man to have nurtured that spirit within you. His spirit lives on even in his passing. Be BLessed and encouraged, knowing that his life was, and will continue to be, an example of our Father's Love.

Joyce D Williams

October 26, 2007

Sis Ponds,Sis Georgia and family,as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Your Sister in Christ,

Shennan Johnson

October 25, 2007

To my friend Jacqueline, I am so very sorry for your loss and will pray for you and your family.

JANET STRATTON

October 25, 2007

To my dear friend Deaconess Ponds and sister Joanna and family.
My condolences are with you. May God continue to bless you as you go through this time in your lives. God is right by your side right now in your time of need and it is so comforting to realize that you are not alone. My prayers are with you all.
Love in Christ

Jacqueline Harris

October 25, 2007

Jacquie & Joanna, May God, our Heavenly Father, bless & comfort you and your family at this time. Please know that you & your family are in my prayers.
Love and Peace,
Jackie

MIA YOUNG

October 25, 2007

To my sister in Christ, Deaconess Jackie Ponds & family: sending you my condolences. I wish I could be there for you but since I can't physically, you know I am keeping you in my prayers. I pray & know that God will keep your father for God is a keeper. I love you and God bless.

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