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Walter Tucker Obituary

TUCKER - Walter M. Age 87, of the City of Tonawanda, went home to be with his Lord September 20, 2008, husband of 23 years of Virginia E. (nee Sick) Tucker and was the husband of the late Jean M. (nee Polniak) Tucker; father of Gerald (Maria), Thomas (Gloria) and David (Carol) Tucker, Pamela (Michael) Moeller and Becky (Richard) Stufkowsky; stepfather of Carolyn Losch and Donna Pellitieri; grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of four; grandfather of the late David Michael Tucker II and brother of the late William and Francis Tucker, Laura Allen, Rose Austin, Harriet Guenther, Raymond and Robert Tucker; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 25 William St. (between Morgan & Broad Sts.) in Tonawanda. Funeral Services will be held in Tonawanda Church of Christ, corner of Delaware and Summit Sts. in Tonawanda, Wednesday at 10 AM. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tonawanda Church of Christ or to The American Cancer Society.

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Published by Buffalo News on Sep. 22, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
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Charlene Burchfield

September 24, 2008

Becky, Alicia and Family,
The loss of someone so special is very difficult. Unfortunatly our time on earth with our family is limited. God calls us home and will give you each comfort through prayers, memories and a promise you will be together again. Know that my prayers and those at Sidway are with you and as many others have said He was great and strong and we see that strength in you. God Bless.

Laura Kose

September 24, 2008

Dear Becky and Family,
On behalf of Polizzi's Power Walkers Relay for Life team, our very deepest condolences in the loss of your father.
In love and friendship,
Laura Kose

Terry, Rick & Cosmo Gilkerson

September 24, 2008

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.

Al Parker

September 24, 2008

Gerald, Mary and Tucker Family,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Al & Michelle Parker

September 23, 2008

May God's love give you strength during your time of sorrow. I pray that these words of sympathy comfort you all.
May time and and love bring you all peace.
Pamela Driscoll

September 23, 2008

Please accept my most sincere condolences and my wish that you find a way to remember the good times shared.

Tim Williamson
Grand Island High School

Maria Zartman

September 23, 2008

Becky and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. May God watch over you and your family during this difficult time.
My girls and I will pray for you.

Renee Gugino

September 23, 2008

Sorry to hear about your Dad. You'll be in our prayers.

Arlene Larry

September 23, 2008

Becky, Alicia and Family,

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Diane Nesbitt

September 23, 2008

Becky:

I did not know your father but since he produced a daughter like you, he must of been a great man.

I am so sorry for your loss.

Carol Barnhart

September 23, 2008

Becky, Rich and Family,

May happy memories carry you and your family through this sorrowful time. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

Carol Giambra

September 23, 2008

Becky, Richard, Alicia, Emily & Jenna,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope you are able to find comfort in knowing that you now have a special guardian angel watching over each of you. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
With many prayers,
Carol Giambra & family

Jane Dent

September 23, 2008

Becky, Alicia and Family: What a wonderful man Walter must have been to have such a kind and caring daughter and grandaughter.
I know words cannot take away your pain but know that my comforting thoughts are with you.
Love to you both, Jane

karen miller

September 23, 2008

Tom, Gloria and Family
I am so sorry to hear about your dad, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
love
karen & Elwood Miller

September 22, 2008

Pam, I am sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts. Ginny Schroeder

The Sirianni family

September 22, 2008

Gerald, Thomas, David,
Pamela, Becky,

We are sorry to hear about the passing of your dad, are condolences
goes out to you all. May you reflect on your fondest memories to pull you through this difficult time.

The Sirianni Family,

Lucy Poyfair

September 22, 2008

My prayers are with you. I am the daughter of his sister Harriet Gunter.

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