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Cubby Colby
February 27, 2023
Can hardly believe it´s been this long. You are truly missed Tuck but often we are reminded just how talented you were/are.
Sure miss you.
My best to son Tommy..
Rick Houle
February 26, 2022
Yes, you did have great ears. Over the years there were lots of sessions. We will meet again.
David Rivkin
February 26, 2022
A vital part of my life. You will always have an influence
Cubby Colby
February 26, 2021
We sure do miss you Tuck. It's not the same without you. Much Love to you and your Family.
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Wayne Cullinan
August 17, 2020
Today I thought of Tuck and once again, how much he is loved and missed by all of us. He made such an impact that will never fade away. Thank you Tuck for everything you gave me and so many of us with your huge heart.
Bill Brown
February 27, 2020
I remember meeting Tom for this first time at Metro Studios through Randy Schwoerer. We were recording the first "Pretty Boy" EP and Tom was at the mixing console. I learned so much from watching and from asking so many annoying questions. He was a huge inspiration when I was building my home studio. I wanted to do exactly what he was doing! Tom was a perfectionist, intense, and extremely focused when he was at work in the studio. Thank you Tom for all of the help and support you gave me over all the years. I will never forget you!
Thank you!
Bill Brown
Cubby Colby
February 26, 2019
Dear Tommy, friends and family; I'm often reminded of just how great of an Engineer Tuck was and still is in my mind. He was a great partner at Master Mix and we all benefited by his expertise. To this day I often think to myself, what would Tuck do to get this bass guitar just right, background vocal part's to pop....We miss you and your talents.
Blessings and love always, RIP Tuck.
Cubby Colby
March 17, 2012
I knew Tom just outside of High School, and lost track of him because lives diverge. I just finished watching the video of his life. I am so grateful he went on to do so much with his life and with those he loved. He was my Knight-In-Shining-Armor in those days and his mother was one of the kindest women I have ever met. I want to tell you all who spent the rest of his life with him that Life is not over; it is merely changed. Love doesn't die, as long as there is life to receive it.
Dan Kennedy
March 13, 2012
My deep condolences to Tommy and family.
Tom was significant mentor for me.
Michael Meacham
March 12, 2012
Dear Family,
I didn't know Tom person to person, but I admired his expertise and reputation. So many people I know knew him and loved him. Indirectly he influenced my career in the recording business and I was always aware of his great presence. He'll be missed by so many. My deepest sympathy.
Michael Meacham
Adam Follmer
March 11, 2012
I learn so much from you at IPR
I looked at you as the best enigineer in the world, i think of you on a daily basis, im so sad to hear of this news, condolences go out to the tucker family.
Bob Harbert
March 11, 2012
Dear Tom and family. Tom was my mentor and idol. He got me involved in the recording business in 1972 at Triad studios in Des Moines, IA. Tom, you taught me how to have a great mixing ear for music, sound effects and voices, which (wife) Vickie and I applied to our own advertising agency business for over 22 years. Your expertise enabled us to provide expert audio recordings for our many clients. We owe so much to you for our many years of success in the audio business. Your talent direction was always spot on! Your mixing ability and true professionalism was unmatched in the entire midwest. How proud we were of you to make the move to Minneapolis and become what you became and what you accomplished! What a true pleasure and priviledge it was to be your friend and business associate for over 14 years. I have bragged about you for decades and continue to do so. You have no idea what an impact you made on our lives, and continue to do so as I record commercials for my clients. You will be missed by thousands, but no more so than Tommy, Jr., Nicole and Jackie, and your loved ones. That includes me and my wife, Vickie. I will think of you and your family daily, as I will mourn your passing more than I have ever mourned anyone else. You were my rock, as I'm sure you were many others' rock. Tommy, Jr. will live on to ensure your legacy. Tough shoes to fill, but he will live daily to fill them...and you will always be proud of him, as he is cut from the same cloth as you. Rest easy my true friend, my idol, my mentor. There will never be another person quite like Tom Tucker!
Bob Harbert, Albuq, NM
Gene Vecchi
March 10, 2012
We will miss you, Tom.
Uncle Gene & Aunt Anita
Betsy and Greg Hedding
March 10, 2012
We are so saddened to learn of Tom's sudden death. Know that we are thinking of your entire family today and in the weeks to come. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Summer 2006
J Kinne
March 10, 2012
I was sorting through pics this week, found this great shot of the "All Star" studio team. What a fun bunch of Pros! Tom always made me smile, I'm not alone. Let's all remember our "Tuck Time". I know I'll never forget.
Gregg Inhofer
March 9, 2012
Tommy Thoughts & prayers to you & your family.
Connie Seddon
March 8, 2012
My sympathy to Tommy, Nicky, Jackie and the whole Tucker family.
I worked with Tom at Triad Studios from the beginning in 1974 - until he went to Mpls in 1985. What a ride! Lots of commercials & music were produced and that included lots of fun & laughter as well. Tons of 1/4" tapes & cassettes:) Those indeed "were the good old days".
Lots of memories shared with you and my family, John & Anna.
Happy Trails to you until we meet again. Love you Tuck.
Joe Rosenberg
March 8, 2012
Some of the best times I ever had were sitting with Tuck and the rest of the Triad crew while great music came together. Never anger-always laughter-and a LOT of teasing. Thank you Tom for all you did for me. Will miss you.
Ricky Peterson
March 8, 2012
Our hearts, love and
Prayers go out to Tommy Jr, Nicky, Jackie, Stacie and Sue and grand kids.
We've been close friends for over 40 years and have worked together doing music
for most of that time. Tommy and I were inseparable through out the 80s, 90s as
well into new millennium. We spent hours and hours together in and out of the
studio producing and mixing some of the finest music ever. Tommy was one of the
most innovative and musical engineers I'd ever had the pleasure to work with.
His beautiful ears for what music was supposed to sound like is unsurpassed.
Together, Tommy and I created incredible sounding projects that were to me, the
reason why God put us here!
Most of all, he was our dearest friend.......we laughed, cried, and had both
good and bad times together.... But mostly good... Tommy had the biggest heart
and loved to give it up to whomever would except it.
Why he had to go so soon, I don't know. I only wish I could've been by his side.
We're by your side Tommy, and I know your by ours, and always will be. You will
always be an inspiration to me and to all whom you have touched.. You will never
be forgotten and your spirit will live in our hearts forever my dear brother. We
love you Tom. I'll miss you my friend.. We'll catch up some other time...
Ricky & Lou Ann
Joe Pundzak
March 7, 2012
We will all miss his energy and talent. Journey well my friend.
Charlie Vecchi
March 7, 2012
I am sorry to hear that my Nephew had passed away.
Will keep him in my prayers,
Blessings,
Charles Vecchi, Vicki's brother
Joshua Kinne
March 6, 2012
I'm forever thankful to God for the memories and experiences I've had with Tuck. He was magical to watch in the studio, he loved to "feel the music". Tom had so many titles, but above all he was Respected and Loved. My heart is with his family. We Will Miss You Tom. Thanks for teaching us all to fly ~ former student
Libby Turner-Opanga
March 6, 2012
Sending prayers to you, Tommy, Stacy, and all of Tom's family and friends at this time of loss. My heart goes out to you all.
Richie M Garcia
March 6, 2012
Thanks for your kindness and generosity to my business associates. Your gift of time to listen and nurture our work was priceless.
Donnie La Marca
March 6, 2012
Rest well, Tom. It was an honor to know you.
Tim Zbikowski
March 6, 2012
I continue to use the audio engineering techniques Tom taught me at IPR. His legacy lives on in the all the music he helps to create through those he mentored. Tom may have left us too soon, but he will never be forgotten. My sincere sympathy to all his family and friends.
tiffany eggenberg
March 6, 2012
Tommy,Katie and Layla I am so sorry for your unexpected loss. My prayers are with you.
Katie Tucker
March 6, 2012
It's hard for us to accept the finality of it all...that you are truly gone. We wanted more time. More time to make memories with you. Thanks for all the wonderful summer vacations, the big family dinners we would always look forward to (steak and noodles, spaghetti and meatballs, just to name a few). Thank you for being silly with Layla and making her laugh. You have a wonderful family that I'm very fortunate to be a part of and forever grateful. We'll miss you dearly. Love, Katie
March 6, 2012
To The Tucker Family,
My sincere condolences, in the loss of Tom. I played hundreds of sessions with him, and I offer what I feel is the best compliment a musician can give. Musically and emotionally, Tom was indeed the 5th member of the rhythm section, and without him the music could not have occurred. Moreover, his unique quiet and encouraging personal presence on every roll of the tape, will be greatly missed.
Warmest Regards,
Kent Saunders
Bob & Sue Flannigan
March 5, 2012
Tommy, Katie, and Layla - Our love and prayers are with you and all of the Tucker family.
Dad and Mom
Leitah Smith Anan
March 5, 2012
Words can never express the sadness and loss of a loved one and Tom is truly loved. He was a very fun and loving person to know and talented man to work with who has a very beautiful spirit.
March 5, 2012
My thoughts & prayers go out to all of Tom's family. I feel that it was a blessing, priviledge & honor to not only know him but to also call him "Friend". I will always remember him for his kindness. Trish (Taz) Williams (Robbinsdale, MN)
Mark Mazzitello
March 5, 2012
How unbelievably sad to hear of Tom's passing. My time at IPR and Master Mix was the most fun I had in my life, and I consider myself very fortunate to have been taught and mentored by Tom. I hope we can all find some solace in knowing that his legacy will live on through the music he created, the institutions he founded, and the countless students & colleagues he has taught and inspired.
My condolences to Tommy, Sue, the rest of Tom's family, and all those who must now make the music carry on without him.
Rick Houle
March 5, 2012
Tom, So good to know and work with you.
Really shocked to hear of you leaving, but I know you are in a better place.
March 5, 2012
Tom Tucker's Funeral Arrangements as follows:
(Please share this)
This Saturday, March 10th at
St. Joan of Arc Church
4537 3rd Ave. So.
Minneapolis, MN 55419
Phone: 612.823.8205
IN THE AUDITORIUM
12:00 p.m. Gathering
1:00 p.m. Services of Remembrance
immediately followed by "The Hang" in the same auditorium.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be directed to:
Tom Tucker Scholarship Fund
MMI - Attn Paul Peterson
4100 W 76th
Edina, MN 55435
By: Paul Peterson
(reposted from Facebook)
Eric Holtze
March 5, 2012
This makes me impossibly sad. I logged countless hours with Tom at the sound board in Des Moines and Minneapolis. A great friend and professional. RIP
Adam Krinsky
March 5, 2012
I'm glad I knew Tom as a friend as well as a mentor. He taught me so much. Tom has been a part of my life as long as I've been in Music. Whether it was as a student at IPR, his assistant at Master Mix, or teaching along side him at Masters and then MMI. He has always been there for me. He will always be with me. Thank you Tom, for everything.
Pamela McNeill
March 5, 2012
Tuck, my dear friend...thank you for your belief and support over the years. And thanks for always making me laugh and teaching me about so many things...And for encouraging me in good times and in bad. You were the best engineer I've ever worked with. Thanks for all of the boat rides and meatballs and for making sure we had GOOD food at meetings and parties and for getting the Biggest Christmas trees and always having nice candles in the studio!!! I loved your attention to those kind of details.
But I just loved you and the person you were most of all. Rest in peace. I will miss you every day.
Steve Treanor
March 5, 2012
Gone far too soon, what a huge loss. My condolences to his entire family. I had the pleasure to work with Tom on several projects. His skill, talent and attention to detail was unmatched in the in industry. RIP, Tom.
Patrice Pakiz
March 5, 2012
My condolences to the Tucker family. Tom was a hoot to work with. I had the privilege of working on some liturgical music recordings at Metro and at Paisley with him. Always cracked me up that we were recording amidst Prince's haunts. Tom brought out the best in us all. He was such a good man and will be missed greatly. As someone else said, the world sounds better because of him!
Lonnie Knight
March 5, 2012
I'll never forget flying in an old Ozark puddle-jumper to Des Moines to work with one of the best engineers I've ever known. When you brought your incredible talents to Minneapolis you enriched the music community more than words can express. I pulled out some of the old sessions and played them yesterday... my heart hurts. Rest in peace, my friend.
Roger Dumas
March 5, 2012
What a cool guy you are, Tom. Way to take on the world, man!
Adrian Santiago
March 5, 2012
Hey Tucky, I just wanted to come by and say thanks for all the lessons that you gave me at MMI, both about life and about business. You will truly be missed.
Sal Greco
March 5, 2012
Tom ,Rest in peace
Chuck Zwicky
March 5, 2012
So sorry to learn of Tom's passing... I fondly remember his jovial "bedside manner" in the studio, uniquely Tuck, always... Great engineer, Great Human...
Gail nafus
March 4, 2012
Andy and family,
I can not express how sorry I am for your loss.....Take care and may God give you all the strength you need
Love Gail Nafus
John Hurst
March 4, 2012
Bye Tuck, thanks for all the lessons. The world is a better sounding place because of your talent. When you see him, tell Mr. Bill I said "hi".
Dugan McNeill
March 4, 2012
My heart is truly breaking today. With the passing of our friend Tom Tucker, we have lost one of the great ones way too early. He was a special friend and mentor to so many of us in this community.
Tom was a true artist and the most talented producer, mixer, engineer, chef, and boat captain, I have ever had the pleasure of knowing,
My prayers go out to Nicole, Tommy, Jackie, Stacey, Sue and the rest of his family on this saddest of days.
March 4, 2012
My heart is sad to know you are gone and your memory will live on, Tom! Tom was in incredible boss, teacher, friend to many, and mentor. You will be missed.
~Gretchen McCalley
Gretchen McCalley
March 4, 2012
My heart is sad to know you are gone and your memory will live on, Tom! Tom was in incredible boss, teacher, friend to many, and mentor. You will be missed.
~Gretchen McCalley
Carol Gronner
March 4, 2012
Deepest sympathy to Tommy, Katie, Layla and the whole family. Much love, Carol
Kev Pinnix
March 4, 2012
My condolences to Tom's family during this difficult time. I remember Tom well from IPR. Before that, I knew all about his impressive resume throughout the Twin Cities. We were lucky to have him, indeed.
Rick Barron
March 4, 2012
Tom,
You were the friend that created the canvas that we were lucky enough to paint the pictures of our lives upon... and as we exhaled our passion unto the world you filtered it, tended it and made it more alive...
Tom, you were beautiful and we will miss you so
March 4, 2012
Prayers and condolances to the whole Tucker family,their friends and loved ones and everyone at MMI. the angels are singing...
Cindy Howell
March 4, 2012
Tommy and Katie - I am very sorry for your loss. Prayers and love to you and family.
Shane T. Keller
March 4, 2012
He gave this NoDaK kid who was fresh off the farm and had Zero experience a chance and brought me into Paisley Park. I owe my career to this man and his son, Tommy! My gratitude helps to lighten a heavy heart. Thank you Tuck and I'll see you on the other side my friend.
Les Walstein
March 4, 2012
My prayers go out to the Tucker family. We will miss him dearly.
Jimmy Tucker
March 4, 2012
Condolences to the Tommy Tucker Family, rest in peace cousin, Jimmy Tucker and Family.
Pippi Ardennia
March 4, 2012
Such a gift meeting you Tom. Strength, Peace and Love I pray for the Tucker family.
Matt Fink
March 4, 2012
All my love, prayers and condolences to Tom's family. Like he was to so many, he was my friend and mentor.
Dave Hampton
March 4, 2012
Peaceful journey Tom.
The Hampton family
Dave, & Lisa Chamblee Hampton
Michael Bland
March 4, 2012
"He played such a tremendous role in helping me find my voice and hone my craft, as a young person just starting out in music. He always told me what i needed to hear, in order to keep pushing forward and excel. He was a true friend. I will miss him, terribly."
chopper Black
March 4, 2012
Farewell my good friend!
Julie Gardeski
March 4, 2012
To the whole Tucker family I know and love, I am with you heart and soul.
Robbie Rob
March 4, 2012
Tom, you were loved and that is all a man can ask for in his life is to be loved and respected. I did not know you as long as other have but it does not take a lot time to know what you meant to everyone who was around you. Thanks for being you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Davide Raso
March 4, 2012
I was a lucky guy to have known, to be thought and to be mentored by Tom. I pray for the family and friends he left behind, just for now, until we all meet again!
David Rivkin
March 4, 2012
My condolences to Tom's family.
I will miss him
Mary Jane Alm
March 4, 2012
My love and prayers to the Tucker family. Tuck recorded the soundtrack of my life and most of my friend's lives. His impact on the lives of so many is staggering. I loved him so much and will always miss him. Rest in peace, dear friend.
Patric Lewandowski
March 4, 2012
I only knew Tuck the past two years, but he was an amazing leader, teacher and person. I feel honored to have been a part of the school he started.
Willard Peterson
March 4, 2012
Words cannot express the depth of the loss felt by family, friends and the community. We will all miss you deeply. No good-byes, just so long, my musical brother.
Star Sirrah
March 4, 2012
I Am Truly Grateful To Have Been In The Presence Of One Of The Greatest Teachers & Mentors. I Was Truly Blessed To Be In The Presence Of A Master. I Will Miss You And My Prayers Go Out To The family...
The Great Tom Tucker, Gone To Soon, Never Forgotten You Will Be In My Mixes "I Love You And Miss You"
Star Sirrah
March 4, 2012
I Am Truly Grateful To Have Been In The Presence Of One Of The Greatest Teachers & Mentors. I Was Truly Blessed To Be In The Presence Of A Master. I Will Miss You And My Prayers Go Out To The family...
Bill Brown
March 4, 2012
I met Tom initially at Metro Studios in the late 1980's. I think I drove him crazy with all of the technical questions I asked him while we were recording "Pretty Boys" first full length album. I was really drawn to Tom's ability with regards to recording. Over the years I've seen Tom at various studios. He also helped with the mixing on the Artist's Quarter's B3 Organ Tuesday Night Band's effort, which was recorded at MMI. He was a perfectionist!
Thanks Tom! You will be remembered!
Bill Brown
Paul Peterson
March 4, 2012
I have no words --We all loved you so much!
My love and prayers of peace to Tom's family...
I will miss you my buddy
Pete Farm
March 4, 2012
Thank you being my teacher and friend.
Brian Bart
March 4, 2012
Good memories of Tom back to the early 80's. One of the best audio talents ever.
Laura Lombard
March 4, 2012
Where do I even begin? Tuck opened my eyes and ears to music. I learned so much from his vast knowledge of music and the industry. He was always quick with a joke, always wore that contagious smile of his, and never let anything get him down. He always found a way during class to sneak in a story about working with all these great musicians and what to do or not do if we ever ended up in the same situation during our career. He also loved telling stories about when he was younger and about his family. They usually made us all laugh, but he spoke so highly of his family and friends that you knew he loved them all so much.
My fondest memory of Tuck was probably the longest conversations I ever had with him. Near the end of my fourth semester at MMI, I had arrived to class early like usual, and he started asking me about what I planned to do after I was done with school. Where did I want to go, and what did I want to do? When I told him all the hopes and dreams I had planned out, he looked me in the eyes, and told me that he had confidence in me and that I could do anything I set my mind to. He made me feel so good about myself that day, and it warmed my soul that someone I barely even knew saw so much potential in me.
Rest In Paradise, Tuck. Someday I hope we'll meet again.
Lynne Peterson
March 4, 2012
Words cannot express my sorrow at the passing of this dear, talented,and wonderful man. Midst this horrific grief, I am only consoled by the fact that most certainly the choirs of heaven have never sounded better. Heartfelt sympathy to Tom's family and many close friends and colleagues.
Living in Manhattan, I met throngs of musicians who would fly to Minneapolis simply to benefit from Tom's unsurpassed ability to create magical sounds. He was a great friend, supporter, and had the most amazing staying power in the studio of anyone I have had ever known.
Heart of gold, brilliant, focused and funny. I will miss you Tom. God bless you and your family. Surely you will continue to do great work and watch over everyone from Heaven. We love you - you spicy Meatball you.
Cubby Colby
March 4, 2012
To the entire Tucker family. Tom will be missed Dearly in our Music Community. He was a very talanted and wonderful Gentleman.
Way to soon....RIP "Tuck"..
With Love and Admiration...
Cubby Colby ( Minnetrista, MN.)
Becky Wiggins
March 4, 2012
Tommy, we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences.
Chopper Black
March 4, 2012
Farewell my friend
Steinmetz
March 4, 2012
To the Tucker family and Jackie-sorry to hear about his passing. May god bless you at this sorrowful time. The Steinmetz family on Sunrise Drive East (old neighbors of the Tuckers).
SEAN Corkins
March 4, 2012
RIP Tuck
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