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Billy R. Tucker, On September 26, 2012 Billy R. Tucker passed away at the age of 80 in Rock Hill, SC. He was born in Sophia, NC on March 20, 1932 to Ray and Retta Mae (Carrick) Tucker. He lived in Greensboro most of his life but also spent some of his years in Charleston WV and Bradenton, Fl. He graduated from High Point High School, served as 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army, at-tended High Point College and UNC Chapel Hill. He spent most of his career in Professional Management as a financial consultant. His hobby of travel took him around the world several times. He especially enjoyed a great game of Craps. Billy is survived by his 3 children; Sherron M. Candelaria, William Robert (Cindy) Tucker and Susan Tucker (Joe) Papalia; 5 grandchildren Melissa Tucker Keates, Christine Tucker Stafford, Ryan Candelaria, Lindsey Candelaria and Sterling Madison Pope and 2 great-grandchildren; Alden Keates and Jackson Keates. He is also survived by a sister; Patsy Tucker Queen and a brother; Rayvon Tucker. Cremation has taken place and at Billy's request there will be no service. On-line condolences to the family may be made at www.palmettofh.com. The family of Mr. Zakrzewski is being served by Palmetto Funeral Home and Crematory of Fort Mill, SC.

Published by Bradenton Herald on Sep. 30, 2012.
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I have just heard that my dear friend Billy has passed. I have not been in touch with him since I last saw him in 2005 but I have thought of him with great affection and recollection. I was devastated to hear he had died and somehow always thought he would live forever and certainly beyond my lifetime. He was a guiding light in getting me started in business many years ago and became a beloved friend during that time that I will never forget and that I will never be able to replace. He was one of the most generous and brilliant souls I ever knew and I have never had another friend like him since the height of our friendship in the late 80's and early 90's. I will miss my friend and know that he is somewhere in heaven creating havoc wherever he goes and enjoying the afterlife as it is meant to be enjoyed. My deepest condolences go out to his son Rob and the rest of his family. Please find peace in knowing that your father was a good and decent and wonderful man.

November 26, 2013

Bill Tucker hired me in 1972. I still practice the same financial consulting work that he taught me 40 years ago. My condolences go out to his family.

Rob Peddrick

October 2, 2012

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