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Charles R. Tucker, Sr.
Mar. 30, 1928 - Aug. 30, 2013
Mr. Charles R. Tucker, Sr. "Bob" died on August 30, 2013 at Christiana Hospital after a short illness, with his family by his side. He married Nancy L. Quinn on September 29, 1951. Enlisted in the US Navy in July of 1946 and retired on February 1, 1968 with rate of Chief Radioman. He served on various ships including the Aircraft Carrier, USS Randolph and on the Cuban Missile, Blockage. After his retirement from the Navy he joined the staff of the Delaware Correctional Center in New Castle, Smyrna, and Young Correctional Center rising to the rank of Captain and retired from the Delaware Correctional Center in 1989. Bob enjoyed going to the beach, fishing, hunting and especially golfing and getting that hole-in-one and shooting his age in 2002. Bob also liked to "tinker" with his cars and lawn mowers but what brought the most joy to his life was the love he had for his large family of 11 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, and spending time with them especially during the holidays. He always lived his life "his way".
Mr. Tucker is survived by his loving wife of 62 ½ years, Nancy L. Quinn Tucker; sons, Charles R. Tucker, Jr.(Miranda), Stephen M. Tucker (Chien-yu); daughter, Joan Darsney (Kenny). ; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Mary Frances Tucker; sisters, Mary A. Pillow, Betty J. Harmon, Margaret L. Vanater, Nancy L. Singleton, and Doris M. Shamblin; and twin brother, John "Jack" Tucker;
A funeral service will be held at 12 noon, on Wednesday, September 4, 2013, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 121 W. Park Place, Newark, DE, where family and friends may visit after 10am. Interment will be at Head of Christiana Cemetery, 1100 Church Road, Newark. To sign guest book, visit spicermullikin.com
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Felt like he was also my G-Pop whenever we were together. I hope memories family and friends through this time of loss. God Bless.
Penny Stafford
September 4, 2013
God Bless the Tucker Family.
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You through this time. Michelle
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Michelle Bellafore- Dougherty
September 4, 2013
God bless the Tucker Family. You will be Deeply in Our Prayers.
Michelle Bellafore-Dougherty
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Michelle & Chuck Bellafore-Dougherty
September 4, 2013
Joan, my prayers are with you and your family.
Peggie Buchanan
September 3, 2013
Dear Charles Robert, Stephen, Little Charlie and the rest of your family.
Please know that my thouhts and prayers are with you during this time of sorror. Your, husband, dad, grand-dad and greatgrand-dad was truly loved and he gave love back wiht all his heart to each of you as well. I feel blessed to have known such a wonderful man. He has touched many lives, mine for one.
Debbie McDaniel-Bostick
September 3, 2013
Aunt Nancy, Joanie, Steve & Charlie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you with the passing of Uncle Bobby. Love, Susie
Susan & David Wright
September 3, 2013
Joan and Kenny,
Sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Take care,
Mary Ann Nelson
September 2, 2013
Aunt Nan, Charlie, Steve and Joanie and families. You are in my prayers and thoughts, so very sorry about Uncle Bobby, the last of the Tucker siblings. They shall be in our hearts forever.
Lea Ann Perkins
September 1, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stacy and Wayne Werts
September 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
paula b
September 1, 2013
Joan and Family, Stan and I are sorry to hear of the passing of your Father, our prayers and thoughts are with you, my God Bless
Stanley and Linda Emerson
September 1, 2013
tell tucker hi for me and a big hug. the twins are reunited now! watch out for ya'll sisters they'll get u. much love
diana tucker
September 1, 2013
Melanie Tucker and Mary Tucker
melanie tucker
August 31, 2013
Uncle bobby I know you are in heaven with my daddy your brother Jack. The angels are looking over you and and the family. My deepeset condolences to the Tucker family. Sending love and prayers: "Melanie and Mary Tucker
melanie tucker
August 31, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, I have many fond memories of Mr. Tucker, what a gentleman.
Rhonda DiSabatino
August 31, 2013
I was lucky enough to have gotten to know mr tucker, he came and got his hair cut in our barbershop. He was one of the most respectful descent man I ever met. I first met him when his Grand daughter Jen became my neighbor, So glad to have known him.
Lisa murphy
August 31, 2013
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