Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Derwin Tucker Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Derwin Tucker
DB
January 24, 2024
DT
You came into my dream last night after all these years. Thank you for allowing me to share your short journey with you
Ralph Pasquariello
January 9, 2021
You would be so proud of your son Jordan. RIP
Robert Carmines
February 2, 2014
To the family and friends of Derwin Tucker. I knew Derwin at BHS and loved watching that exciting championship team of which he was such a big part. He was a great person and although I did not keep up with him later after BHS, that does not diminish the loss we all feel. But he left a great legacy for his kids and friends to cherish. Peace
February 2, 2014
Dewin provided so many great memories to me and my family. I will always remember that 40 break that second half kickoff
GOD BLESS,
Henry Kennedy
Bobby Rash
February 1, 2014
RIP my old teammate, many blood, sweat, and tears... but great memories that made it all worthwhile..Will always remember your kickoff return TD to start the second half of the State Championship ..
Preston R. Thomas
January 28, 2014
To very solid brother, who working with at Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School was very rewarding. Derwin always had energy and love for the students. His friendship was very comforting to my family. I have so many positive thoughts of Derwin. His passing will leave a void that can not be replaced. My soul reaches out to his family for as much as I hurt from his passing, yours only can be greater. Derwin is now in the the Greatest Hands of all and held close to His Heart. He is God 's servant and is smiling with joy. We will all miss you Derwin. Peace be with you my brother.
Leon Henderson
January 28, 2014
We are praying for you and your entire family here at Cardinal Ritter College Prep in St. Louis where Bro. Derwin taught for a period of time. I miss my dear friend and colleague. Peace & Blessings
Fern Grimes Taylor
January 24, 2014
Across the miles, my heartfelt sympathy is sent to the Tucker Family. The Peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
January 21, 2014
Dear Kamryn, Jordan, & Lisa,
My Heart goes out to each of you and the rest of your family. I was so shocked to hear of Derwin's passing away. My Prayers will be with you in the days to come, and know with time, your heart will be less burdened.
Derwin was a very proud father!
Take care of yourselves, and please know most of all there are SO MANY people who CARE AND LOVE YOU!
Many Hugs, and Much Love to each of you and your family.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Joel Matthews, Buford, Ga.
Tracey Harris
January 21, 2014
To The Tucker Family,
Derwin was a great man. He was a friend to my husband Jerry and me. My greatest memory was when he offered to keep me mind for pickup work around his office during my unemployment journey. God used him to teach me a great lesson about discovering who your real friends are when you have nothing.
Hugs & Prayers
Clinton's Jones
January 20, 2014
I was deeply saddling to hear about Derwin's passing. We grew up as neighbors and he will be sadly missed. May god continue to comfort and keep you during this difficult time.
Marcia Wilson
January 20, 2014
To the Tucker Family,
My prayers are with you during this difficult time. I will always remember Derwin's capturing smile. Cherish his memories because they will always live in your heart.
January 19, 2014
A measured man; a decent man; a good man to all who remembers him; he will never be forgotten---L.T. Grant
T.J. & Alice Spann
January 18, 2014
To the Tucker Family, you're in our prayers always! May the Grand Architect of the Universe bless you and yours at this critical time. Please accept our condolences!!
Sincerely,
T.J. & Alice Spann Family
Hampton, Virginia
Marnie Stampley
January 17, 2014
I was deeply sadden by the news of Derwin. He was such a Good & God fearing man, My heart felt condolences to the family. Heaven has gained an Angel!!!
Linnea Vance (Mitchem)
January 17, 2014
Rest in Heaven Uncle Tuck. Regardless you always meant a lot to my dad and the Mitchem Family. I'm sure you heard my grandmother passed away a little over a month ago, tell her hello for us.
January 17, 2014
Cynthia,
May GOD continue to bless keep and give you and your family peace.
Terance L. Patterson Sr. Fairborn Ohio.
Robin M. T. Carr
January 17, 2014
Please accept condolences from the Temple Family.
Pamela Bretschneider
January 17, 2014
To the Family of Derwin Tucker:
My brother, John Bretschneider (Olympia, Washington), and I would like to express our deepest condolences during this time of great sorrow. We have always thought highly of Derwin, and consider him a wonderful classmate who was always kind & respectful to all. Derwin's bright team spirit & dedication to our "Class of 1975" will always stand as example of what it means to be a true Bethel Bruin! May God bless you always, Derwin....
January 17, 2014
DT I can't express properly how much you meant. I will always love you.
Debra McCain
January 17, 2014
To the family of Derwin Tucker,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May God bless you and give you His peace.
Debra (Washington) McCain and family
Patricia Jackson
January 17, 2014
To The Tucker Family
I was sadden to hear the passing of Derwin, you have my deepest condolence. A love one passing is not easy, it's so hard to see our fellow neighbor hood friend leave us. We had wonderful times growing up. Look to God for Comfort. God Bless you all.
John Sturdivant
January 17, 2014
On behalf of the Sturdivant family rip brother Derwin.
Lynette Smith
January 17, 2014
Family of Derwin Tucker,
Please accept my sincere condolences, I was deeply saddened to hear of Derwin's passing. I have many fond and fun memories, spanning from the '70's at Univ of Illinois days through the 1990's. He was a good friend and will be sorely missed.
Cheryl Miles-Scott
January 16, 2014
Time seems to travel so fast but Derwin will forever have a special place in our hearts. From Scones Park - through Aberdeen and the Bethel High School family...you are missed. We pray that the love of the Father embrace your family with comfort and peace forever more - Amen
Minister Cheryl Miles Scott
Karen Miles Franklin and Darryl Magoo Miles
Tilghman Williams
January 16, 2014
To the Tucker Family,
Derwin was a good guy and true friend I will remember always. May God comfort you and keep you with many fond memories.
Tilghman Williams & Family
Millie Dunn Rogers
January 16, 2014
Cynthia, Demetria and the Tucker Family, I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. May your many good memories of Derwin provide you comfort in the days ahead.
Sandra Richardson
January 16, 2014
On behalf of the Richardson family; Mary, Sandra & Tracy, our hearts and prayers go out to the family. God has him safe from all of this worlds issues. He is forever in peace.
Phyllis Joyner
January 16, 2014
To Cynthia..may the love of God that you shared on many occasions to your Aggie family now bring you and your family comfort. I join the many praying for the Tucker family during your time of grief. Be encouraged knowing "Love never dies"!
michael Laws
January 16, 2014
To the Family of Derwin Tucker:
Please accept my heartfelt condolence at the news of his passing. I will always remember his laughter and light-hearted ways.
May you find comfort in the loving memories that you have of him, and know that he touched many in a very positive way. Again, you have my deepest sympathies. God Bless -
Pearletta Graves
January 16, 2014
I offer my deepest condolences to you and your family. Will Keep you in prayer as you move forward in Jehovah's grace and mercy. He will provide with much love and peace.
Ralph Pasquariello
January 16, 2014
I met Derwin a couple of times, and spoke with him for a while at our football banquet this year in November. We had commonalities, with my dad also playing for the Rams. I had the pleasure of coaching his son Jordan at Roswell High Football this past season. His character will live on in Jordan, who is one of the most genuine and respectable boys I have ever coached.
Sincerely,
Sarra Sweeney
January 16, 2014
To Cynthia and Family. My sincere condolences and may God continue to give you strength
January 15, 2014
January 15, 2014
Shelton and Family,
We were truly saddened to hear of Derwin's passing. We shared some great high school football memories. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. We are praying for your family.
Mathew and Stephanie Winder
Hampton, VA
Sheila Umberger
January 15, 2014
On behalf of the Roanoke Public Libraries please accept our deep condolences. Demetria you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marvis Mann-Pounds
January 15, 2014
I am deeply saddened to hear of Derwin's passing. We graduated together from Bethel. He was the class clown of our government class. I can still see his big smile that lit up the room when he would walk in class late and make up some of the funniest excuses as to why he was late. I shall never forget the one about the tree. I pray God's comfort and peace to all of the family and friends.
Kristen Taylor
January 15, 2014
Tucker Family,
It is with a great sense of loss when I heard of Derwin's death. I just wanted to let you know you have my greatest sympathy, and my heart is truly saddened. Derwin was a wonderful person and I know his home going will leave a void in your lives. I pray that each of you continue to cherish your memories of him with joy and lean entirely on God for His Enduring Strength.
Charles Sullivan
January 15, 2014
This witness, in the main, the Peninsula's treasure trove of standout athletes . . . the mere sighting of the name, Derwin Tucker, and yesteryear flooded my consciousness. Oh, the players on that team . . . names that still resonate.
What a resolute joy the Bethel HS family surely experienced. As your relatively still new school and state champions! And encore performances . . .
My heartfelt condolences to the Tucker family. And may the fullness of your son's life offer an enduring balm.
Dot Whitaker-Cox
January 15, 2014
To the Tucker Family, especially the children. Your son and father was a wonderful person. After all these years, I can still remember The Smile. We all have our appointed time. We need to be ready; get your house in order, he went peacefully in his sleep and he will be missed. The memories will ease the pain but it will take time. However, know that all hou have to do is Call on the Name of Jesus and he will see you through.
Cynthia Davis
January 15, 2014
To the Tucker Family, My deepest condolences to you all. Look to your family to find comfort during this time of sorrow. Derwin was a good man and friend. Our families shared many memories growing up in our old neighborhood.
Cynthia and The Jackson Family
Steve Smith
January 15, 2014
I was blessed to be friends with Derwin, and will miss him dearly. He set the example for Proud Poppas everywhere. My heart and prayers are with Lisa, Jordan and Kamryn.
Karen Johnson Gilliam
January 15, 2014
To The Tucker Family:
Words are hard to express the loss of a dear friend and classmate from the Class of '75. Derwin will be forever in your hearts and so he will be in mine. Let the memories of his days on earth encourage you and let God's peace sustain you. I'm assured by God's grace that we will see each other again.
Love and Blessings,
Karen Johnson Gilliam
Karen Jeffries
January 15, 2014
To the Family of Derwin Tucker:
Please accept my heartfelt condolence at the news of his passing. Although I did not know him extremely well as others, in his senior year at BHS I was a sophomore (Class of 1977) who was in awe of his presence and most beautiful smile. It would just warm my soul and make me melt whenever he acknowledged me and spoke. I will never forget him or the simple pleasantries that we would exchange.
May you find comfort in the loving memories that you have of him, and know that your family is surrounded by the love of many. Again, you have my deepest sympathies. God Bless.
Sheila and Jim Majka
January 15, 2014
we are so saddened to learn of another fabulous Bethel Bruin gone too soon. Derwin's smile always lit up a room; his football and basketball ambitions were always set high, and he never disappointed. Although we lost touch with Derwin after his graduation, we followed his career and know that there are many many people who feel the loss of their relative and friend. Derwin will be missed.
January 15, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to the Tucker Family.
Clifton and Celestine (Love) White
1974 Bethel High School Class
January 15, 2014
Derwin's (known by many as DT) peace, good nature, and bright smile would light up any room he would enter and now he will light up the heavens. A great man, coworker, and friend. You will be missed dearly! ~ SHAQ
Lisa Barber
January 15, 2014
I was fortunate enough to get to know Derwin through Sprint and he had such an amazing presence. Derwin was always supportive of his clients and peers and took me under his wing when I first entered into sales. Big D, your kindness, huge heart and big smile will be greatly missed. David's and my sincere condolences to your family and friends. You are all in our prayers.
Brenda Mauney
January 15, 2014
To Cynthia, Demetria andFamily,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. My sincere sympathy is extended to his children and the rest of your family. May you find comfort during this difficult period.
Sincerely,
Brenda Cunningham Mauney
Dan Carmody
January 15, 2014
Godspeed my friend. I know you are with God free of pain. You are missed.
Beverly Kane Baker
January 15, 2014
I want to offer my deepest sympathy to the Tucker Family. Derwin was a classmate of mine from Bethel Highschool. In my sophomore year at University of Missouri, we connected as the University of Illinois played us for homecoming. My prayer is that the Lord will give you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Elaine McCollum
January 15, 2014
I had the pleasure to know and work along side Derwin at Sprint. I will always remember him as a kind gentleman. May God give you comfort at this difficult time.
william benton
January 14, 2014
Hello Tucker Family we know it seems so hard to experience the lost of a son or a brother. I would like for you all to know, this passed Thanksgiving, I was on the phone with a childhood friend, and I was ask to hold on. And what do you know Derwin Tucker phoned in during the course of our conversation, in which he was added. Derwin always thought about others, and at the close of our conversation he said tell your family hello for me, which I did. It had been a while since the last time we spoke last. I grew up in the same neighborhood with Derwin and his brother Shelton. Derwin is now in the Arms of GOD and will be greatly missed. We love you all and we are praying. William Benton Jr & the Benton family.
Showing 1 - 54 of 54 results
Make a Donation
in Derwin Tucker's name
Memorial Events
for Derwin Tucker
How to support Derwin's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Derwin Tucker's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
