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Joshua Tucker Johns 19, of Phoenix, Az. March 23, 1989 - October 2, 2008. Attended Madison Simis, Madison Meadows and Sunnyslope High School before entering the U.S.Army in January 2008. In high school, he was a cross country runner, involved in student government and an admired young man. In the military, he was assigned to the Honor Guard of the Old Guard in Washington, DC., and was preparing to start guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He is survived by his parents Anne Johns (Jay Thorne) and Tim Johns (Gail Williams); his brother, Austin Levi Johns; his grandparents, Manny and Irene Garcia, and Lester and Mary Johns. Also survived by his great grandmother, Mary Garcia, aunt Christie Garcia and uncles Jon Garcia (Monica) and Steve Johns. People often described Tucker as "the most fun person to be around" and he will be missed very much by his family and many friends. Private services will be held. No flowers, please. Donations in Tucker's name may be made to Firefighters Charities, United Phoenix Firefighters, 61 E. Columbus Ave., Phoenix, Arizona 85012.

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Published by The Arizona Republic from Oct. 8 to Oct. 12, 2008.

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May 6, 2009

Anne,Tim, Gail, Levi, Tia,I could go on and on and name the people who miss Tuck. Tucker and Levi were the ultimate kids next door. Taylor's life has been made so much richer because of that fact.I was the Mom who house the neighbor kids always knew to come to if their parents were late getting home, I loved them being here. Their freindship gave Taylor a normal child hood when life was not normal for us.Just for that alone I will always be grateful to the whole family. Tuck you are so loved and missed. Thank you for being a part of our lives. Susan, Scott and Taylor Nelson

Sam Holtgrewe

March 9, 2009

The first time I met Tucker was freshman year at Sunnyslope. He was influential in introducing me to many people that I am still friends with today. Tucker was a great guy and he would always make people feel welcome no matter the circumstances. The last time I saw him, he came into Albertsons where I worked at the time and we talked for a good 15 minutes. It had been almost a year since our graduation and it was just as easy to talk to him as it was when we were in high school. I will always remember tucker as the good friend that he was to me in high school and afterwards. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and everyone else who knew him as well as I did.

Michael Wright

November 12, 2008

Johns I'm so sorry. I don't really know what to say, I didn't know your parents but i could only image that their grief would be almost unbearable, because for me i still cannot believe your gone. you are truly missed by your family,friends and even your battles here at the Old Guard. I don't know what words of comfort that i can give to you family and friends but i can assure them that you are truly missed here.

i love you bro R.I.P.

caroline hester

November 4, 2008

tucker was a couple years ahead of me and a part of a group that always seemed to be having fun. they were energetic and beautiful; as a freshman, it was easy to be intimidated by tucker. that is, until you got to know him. charismatic and charming, tucker could always make me laugh. its impossible to do him justice because his presence was overwhelming. my heart goes out to his family, and they are in my prayers. hopefully tucker knows he is loved and will be dearly missed

Michael Balzano

October 23, 2008

Anne,
My prayers are with you and your family.

Winston McKellar

October 21, 2008

Anne and family
I am deeply saddened with your loss of Tucker. Both Pierce and Nicholas knew Tucker from elementary to high school. I believe my son Nick was in some of Tucker's classes throughout Simis and Meadows.

I will miss Tucker's seemingly confident smile and warm personality while he work at AJs on Camelback.

Our deepest sympathies....

Winston

Abbie Smith

October 20, 2008

My Sweet Anne and Manny,
I remember the days you would bring Tucker and Levi to work at Channel 3 (a day off from school, early pick up, proud Grandpa showing off the boys ) they just lit up our world. They were fun and rambunctious and made us all smile. I can't begin to imagine the loss you feel..but know all these years and miles later you are in my thoughts and my prayers. Please be kind to yourselves through this time (which is really a lifetime)..hold on tight and love each other. My deepest sympathy goes out to you all.
Abbie

Shelia Kuhn

October 17, 2008

To Tucker's Family,
I was so saddened to hear that Tucker was no longer with us. I know how difficult it is to lose someone you love. My thoughts are with you and please know that Tucker is in a wonderful place full of love.
I'm sending my love and best wishes to you all.
Please contact me if I can be of support or help.

Jeanette Nichols

October 16, 2008

Anne,
My heart just aches for you. You are all in our thoughts and hearts during this sad time. Please remember that we are here if you need anything.
Craig, Jeanette, Connor, Kate & Anna Nichols

Diana Jeffress

October 16, 2008

Anne and family,
My entire family would like to express our condolences for your loss. As a mother, I mourn with you. I will also pray fervently for God's healing power to comfort you and bring you peace.

Mike Malo

October 15, 2008

Anne and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Anne, I know we haven't connected in a while, but I always enjoyed our conversations about each other's children. I can only image what you guys are going through. I know you are a strong person and you have the support to help you all get through this, and although I'm not nearby, I will be supporting you through prayer and thinking of you throughout these difficult times.

Susan Kricun

October 13, 2008

Dearest Anne,
Words cannot express my deep felt sympathies for you and your family. Please know that you are in my heart and that I am sending love and light your way.

Eleonora Pagano Lawson

October 13, 2008

Anne and Levi,
I don't have the appropriate words to tell you how sad I am for your loss. The only peace I find is in knowing that Tucker is with God in peace.
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.
Eleonora, David, Luisa (Pagano) Lawson

Tom Brink

October 12, 2008

To Gail and Tim and all that loved Tucker, my heart goes out to you.

a friend

October 12, 2008

The world is not quite as beautiful without Tucker. He truly couldn't have been loved more. May our angel shine down on everyone here. He is now safe in heaven's arms.

Jo Anne/Brian/Lauren/Alex Downey

October 12, 2008

We were very saddened to hear of your loss. Our deepest and most sincere sympathy, to your family.

Juliet Peters

October 12, 2008

Anne:

There are no words to let you know how my heart is aching for you. Dean and I are praying for you and Jay, Levi, Tim, Manny and the rest of your family. We send you our support, love and strength. Your friendship has been an amazing gift to me through lots of stages of our lives and I will be here for you if, and when you need anything.

All our love:
Juliet, Dean, Garrett and Landon

Joanne Bolfert

October 12, 2008

My heart breaks for you over your great loss. How fortunate for Tucker to be so loved by so many. May you now find some peace.
- Joanne

Gary

October 12, 2008

Anne, I never had the pleasure of seeing Tucker as a man, but he was such a beautiful little sole as a child, I can only imagine what you are going through and my thoughts are with you and your family.

Royal Norman

October 12, 2008

My heart aches for your loss. Tucker was a vibrant young man, always quick with a smile, always quick to lend a helping hand. The Norman family has you in our prayers. May God hold you close, as he surely embraces Tucker.

Leo and Marilena Angelo

October 11, 2008

Tucker, Your departure from our world left a void filled by questions and love. May your soul find, follow and become light.

Dennis Wright

October 11, 2008

To Tucker's family and friends,
I was truly saddened to learn of Tucker's passing. I hired Tucker to work as a Courtesy Clerk at AJ's Fine Foods (Central/Camelback) in 2004. Everyone at AJ's loved him, he always had a smile and a wonderful disposition. He will certainly be missed! God speed.

Friend

October 11, 2008

Tucker was a beautiful being and one of the most respectful and generous people I have ever met. He is in eternal peace now.

Misty Valencia

October 10, 2008

To all the members of Tucker's Family,

My deepest condolences on the loss of your son. I worked with Tucker at AJ's and he always brought a smile to my face. He will truly be missed by all whose lives and hearts he touched. God Bless you all and give you peace.

Kathy (Corky) Hamilton

October 10, 2008

Ann, Manny, and family - my heartfelt sympathy at your loss. May Tucker rest in everlasting peace with our Father in Heaven.

Tina Brogdon(formerly Clark)

October 10, 2008

Uncle Steve and family--My sincerest sympathies at your loss. I know how difficult this must be for you all; may God keep you in his loving care during this time.

MIHS Switchboard & IT

October 10, 2008

Gail & Family! We are sending many many hugs your way! Please know you have much support from your MIHS Switchboard & IT family. Our hearts go out to ALL of you! Rest in the Arms of the Almighty!

Lisa Brown

October 9, 2008

To The Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. My God give you all strength and encourage your hearts.

Chungie & Annie

October 9, 2008

Anne, Christi, Jon, & Levi, Words cannot express the sadness we feel of the loss of Tucker. He is going to be greatly missed. I pray that he is in heaven and that God gives us strength and understanding at this trying time. We love you guys.

Bernadette Figueroa

October 9, 2008

Dear Ann, My heart goes out to you and your family, I cannot express how much I hurt for you. I can only pray that God will be with you, comfort you and heal you along your journey. With love always, Bernadette (Teddie's daughter)

Holly Kareiva

October 9, 2008

Tucker was one of my best friends throughout preschool, elementary school, and middle school. Even though he knew he would be one of the only boys at my birthday parties, he always came and he HAD to give me the birthday cards he spent so much time on, first. I still have some hand-made cards and the necklace he made me in first grade. It's hanging on the mirror in my car and I think of him everyday, his contagiuos smile will always make me happy. Though we grew apart in high school, I thought of Tucker often and still do. I'll never forget the plays Tucker "directed" in his driveway and I'll always remember our exciting adventures that made our childhood so much fun.

My deepest condolences to Anne and Levi.

Anne- I'll never forget all the fun times and playdates I had at your house with Tucker. Thanks for giving me such a great friend!

Kellen P.

October 9, 2008

Didn't believe it at first, haven't seen you, Tucker, since last October, but you were still a really good friend. Really gonna miss you man, can't believe this happened, it's got me really bummed out. RIP Tucker, you're in a better place.

Maribeth Martori

October 9, 2008

I met Tucker while I was shopping at AJ's with my daughter, Nicole, who already knew him from Sunnyslope. He was one of those people you meet, and never forget. His charm, sense of humor, and good looks really set him apart. He always went out of his way to say hello to us, and I look back on his kindness with fond memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time.
Maribeth and Nicole Martori

Cathy, Madison & Cameron

October 9, 2008

Tim, Gail, Levi,
There are no words to adequately express our sympathy for the devastation and profound loss you must be feeling. Please know we are thinking of you and praying for you. Tucker will be sorely missed.

Kathy Lane

October 9, 2008

Anne, Jay and Family,

My deepest condolences are with you as continue on with a heart of loss for one so loved. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Kathy

Anne Robertson

October 9, 2008

Anne, Jay and your family:
My heart and prayers go out to you over the loss of your beloved Tucker. He was a dashing young man whose spirit is surely at peace. Please know that you are loved by many who are holding you close in their thoughts.

The Lichts

October 9, 2008

We are so deeply saddened to hear of your loss.

Cameron, Sydney, Nancy, & Lon

A Friend

October 8, 2008

Tucker and my brother were good friends in High School so I had the joy of hanging around him. He was such a great kid and always could make us laugh.

Tucker- Watch over Levi and everyone else. He will need your guidance in the years to come. Watch over the rest of your family and friends.. they need your help to get through this unbelievable loss. RIP.. love forever and always!

Chris Lopez

October 8, 2008

To: Tucker Johns Family
I was very sad to hear about the passing of Tucker. He was a great great young man and I have many wonderful memories of him, when I worked at the after school program at Simis Elementary School. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Chris Lopez

Sharon (Miller) Lawrence

October 8, 2008

Gail -

I am so saddened to hear of this loss, and my heart goes out to you and Tucker's family. May God bless each of you in this time of sorrow.

Cindy and Jeff McCoy

October 8, 2008

Tim, Anne and Levi:
Words cannot adequately convey our sadness for the loss of Tucker. Please know that we love you all and that you and Tucker are in our hearts and our thoughts.

Ryan Culley

October 8, 2008

My deepest sympathies and condolences to Tim, Gail, Levi, and the rest of Tucker's family. Though I never had the pleasure of meeting Tucker, I knew what a special person he was by the way Gail and Tim spoke about him. The love and commitment each of you has towards your family will be the bond that carries you through this difficult time. Please remember your friends are here should you ever have need of them. Your family is in our hearts and prayers.

Glenn & Fae Wilkins

October 8, 2008

To all of Tucker's family:
We are so saddend by the loss of a very special part of your family. He will always be in our hearts and in our prayers.

Elsie McKay

October 8, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I, too, have lost a son and cherish all my memories and keep him in my heart. May God give you the blessing of peace and acceptance.

Nidhi Chauhan

October 8, 2008

Gail - I am very sorry to hear about your loss. No words can express how sorry I am. I am praying for you and your family for comfort.

chris kampitsis

October 8, 2008

I have never meet Tucker but knew him so well through Gail. Remember all the times he made you laugh and smile and that will help get you through the hard times. Sending love to the family. Tucker is now at rest. Love you Chris

Gary McDermott

October 8, 2008

I came to know Tucker though my son and I always found him to be a respectful and friendly young man.

I am very saddened by his passing and my entire family feels your loss.

Please encourage all of his friends to reach to each other for help in this sad time.

Robin Owens

October 8, 2008

Gail - words cannot express how sorry I am to hear about your loss. Please know that I am praying for you and your family for comfort.

- God Bless

John Murphy

October 8, 2008

Tucker was in many of my classes at Madison Meadows, and I must say he made an impact on me and he will be missed. He was always challenging, yet respectful, and a delight to be around. As a matter of fact, the Meadows' class of 2003 voted him the "Most fun to be around."
My condolances.

Amanda Kirksey

October 8, 2008

Tucker was the light in my eyes back in middle school. My heart aches to know he's gone but hopefully he has found the peace he was looking for. Tucker will be missed by many, many people. His family and friends are in my prayers.

Penny Pfaelzer

October 8, 2008

Our Tucker is now at peace. He will be so missed by so many. Know that we will always remember him and Bikko! Love from his fairy godmother.

Evelyn Trujillo

October 8, 2008

Anne and family - I will always remember Tucker and his smile and sense of humor. Please know that we are so, so, saddened and you are in our thoughts and hearts.

Barb Flynn

October 8, 2008

Anne, Jay, Levi, and all Tucker's famly,

All of us who knew Tucker and watched him grow up have heavy hearts this week. I hope he has found peace, and I hope you find the strength to move forward and honor his spirit as he would want. He will always be inside your heart, loving you, walking with you each and every day, forever.

susan weddle

October 8, 2008

My thoughts are with all of you. I am so sorry. I will always remember that awesome contagious smile. Anne you are especially in my thoughts.

Tia Garcia

October 8, 2008

I Love you Tucker always, Tia

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