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Michael Tuckman Obituary

TUCKMAN, Michael "Mike"

Michael "Mike" Tuckman, age 76 of Johns Creek, passed away December 21, 2020. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Marilyn, and his children, Rachel Sanford (Byron) and Ari Tuckman (Stephanie) as well as his five granddaughters. After graduation he served as a naval officer on nuclear submarines prior to joining Duke Power where he remained for 30 years. His final position before retirement was Executive Vice President of Nuclear Generation. Mike was a vital contributor in the nuclear power industry serving on the boards of many organizations and testifying before congressional committees in advancement of the nuclear power industry. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation, Temple Emanu-El, or a charity of your choice. A funeral service will be viewable via Zoom 11:00 AM and shiva via Zoom at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Zoom links may be found on Dressler's website, www.DresslerJewishFunerals.com 770-451-4999.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jan. 3, 2021.

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EJ McDougall Ogier

August 10, 2021

On behalf of the Terry Parker High School Class of 61, please accept our deepest of sympathies. RIP Mike.

Bill Foster

January 14, 2021

Sorry to hear that. Mike was the best boss I or anyone could ever have

Bill Foster

January 14, 2021

Sorry to hear this. Smartest and best boss I or anyone could have had.

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