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1935
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2020
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Eva Tucker Obituary
Mr. Eva Tucker, Jr., an educator and community leader, was born on December 21, 1935, in Tunica County, Miss., to Eva Tucker, Sr. and Willa Mae Dixon Tucker; he was the oldest son of five siblings.
Eva attended Cincinnati public schools. He matriculated at the University of Cincinnati earning both a B.S. and M.S. Degree in Geology. After graduating from the University, he taught junior high school math in Lincoln Heights, Ohio, a suburb of Cincinnati.
Eva married Evelyn F. Spears on September 17, 1961. In 1964, they moved to Erie, Pa., and he accepted a position with Penn State University, The Behrend College. He was a Professor of Geoscience at Behrend for 39 years.
He served on numerous boards, including: Greater Erie County Action Committee (GECAC) Senior Citizens Advisory Board, Greater Erie Economic Development Corporation (GEEDC), Harborcreek Youth Services, Erie Redevelopment Authority, and the Erie County Diabetes Association (Executive Director). He was also active in a number of other civic organizations, including the Opportunity Industrialization Center (OIC), Booker T. Washington Center, Martin Luther King Center, John F. Kennedy Center, and the NAACP.
Mr. Tucker held a strong conviction for education, and felt all Erie students deserved a quality education. As such, he served on the Erie School Board for 32 years, acting as President for six terms and Vice President for one term.
Eva was a very active, longtime member of St. James AME Church. He was a leader and a member of the Board of Stewards.
Mr. Tucker was truly a pioneer; his body of work in the Erie community was centered around improving educational opportunities and economic empowerment. However, family was most important to him. He was a loving husband, a positive role model as a father, and a doting grandfather.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Clemmie Dickerson; brother, Walter Tucker; and brother-in-law, Stewart Isaacs.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Evelyn Spears Tucker; two sons: Evan Tucker of Erie and Everett (Cynthia) Tucker of Dallas, Texas; and three grandchildren: Alana, Amiya, and Myles Tucker. He is further survived by his sisters: Juanita (Vernon) Bridges and Odessa Isaacs; a sister-in-law, Mary Tucker; and many nieces and nephews.
Burial will take place at Spring Grove Cemetery in Cincinnati, Ohio. A public service will take place at a later date. Arrangements are by Burton Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 602 W. 10th St.
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Sara Gaither Layton
May 14, 2020
So very sorry to hear of this. Thinking of you and are hopeful that the fond memories will ease your sadness.
May 12, 2020
Evelyn, Evan, and Everett-
Deepest condolences and heartfelt sadness for the passing of Eva. We met Eva many years ago during his time as School Director. We have many fond memories of the meeting of the minds with him, Brenda, Tim & Judy, & us. Always enjoyed seeing Eva at the political functions. He was a wonderful, kind man with a smile for everyone he met. He will truly be missed by many. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Jack & Sandy Leretsis
Scotty Knight
May 8, 2020
Everett, condolences on your pops from my son Johnny & me, and my mother Jerry Davidson as well.
Your dad was a great guy. Friendly, intelligent, and considerate like no other. He'll be sorely missed.
Give my regards and condolences to your brother and mother from us. I've always loved your mom and how kind she's been to me.
Stay strong. Peace.
Jim
May 8, 2020
I am extremely sorry for the passing of Mr. Tucker. I served on the Erie County Diabetes Association board and got to know him. He was always a nice person and always willing to help everyone grow personally. My deepest condolences go out to his family.
Christine McClure
May 6, 2020
Deepest sympathy to Mr. Tucker's family. The obituary captures his many accomplishments but my memory is of the fine man that I often saw at the Plymouth at lunchtime who always without fail had a smile and a kind greeting for my dad, my husband and I.
Jessica DiBacco
May 6, 2020
I'm very sorry for your loss, Tucker family. I took as many of Eva's courses as possible, at Behrend. He was such a genuinely joyous teacher and that inspired me to go on to to teach Earth/Space Science. When I was hired through Erie School District, he sent me a very positive email, congratulating me on a wonderful career choice. Certainly, Eva has inspired thousands of students in his career and always had the best interest of Erie School students in mind as a school board member. His life and dedication is one worth emulating!
May 6, 2020
Dear Tucker Family,
I was saddened when I opened the Erie Times and discovered that Eva has passed away. Nearly thirty years ago, soon after moving my family to Erie, I met Eva in the course of the "C-Average" disputes. I found him to be a thoughtful,interested, committed,open-minded, even-handed School Director, whose primary concern was always the well-being of the students of the Erie City School District. I know my Uncle Bill, whose tenure on the School Board overlapped Eva's, had a deep admiration for him. Please accept my condolences.
Sincerely,
Bob Brabender
May 5, 2020
Mr. Tucker was my geology professor 50 years ago at Behrend. Amazing instructor who took our class outdoors to enrich our learning. What I most remember is his loving nature... always smiling, always caring. A wonderful human being. My deep sympathy to the family. God Bless. Norma Hiller
May 5, 2020
Mr. Eva tucker will missed by the entire Erie community..
Thomas L. Lee
Austell Ga.
May 5, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
JAN CONTI
May 5, 2020
JAN CONTI
May 5, 2020
Lana Kunik
May 5, 2020
Mr. Tucker will always be remembered as a strong leader with a kind heart. He was a man of God and is home with him now. So grateful for the opportunity to know him.
Ericka
May 4, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. He was such a positive role model. He left his mark on our community for sure.
Anthony Salvia
May 4, 2020
A truly good man, and a wonderful colleague for many years at Behrend. Ev and I spent a lot of time together at the coffee urn. My sincere sympathy to you.
Karen Kraut
May 4, 2020
Evan, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My sincere condolences.
May 4, 2020
Mrs. Tucker, Everett, Evan,
We were sorry to hear of Mr. Tucker's passing. He is now in heaven no longer suffering. For over 30 years as neighbors, always a sincere hello, how are you doing? when passing by the house. After reading the obit, his love for his family and his deep concern for others and their well being in the Erie community will be his legacy. The Gem City lost a true Gem
Love,
Dan & Mary Bergell
Cheri T. McGuire
May 3, 2020
Mrs. Tucker, Evan, Everett, and Family,
I am grateful that I had the opportunity to meet and get to know Mr. Tucker. Although I will miss him, I am thankful that his suffering has come to an end. All of us at Avantis loved him and will miss him dearly.
Much love XO
Cheri
Johnny/Angela Johnson
May 3, 2020
Offering our deepest sympathy to the family of Eva Tucker. May God bless and comfort and your memories allow you to move forward.
Roger Sweeting
May 3, 2020
Evelyn, condolences on the loss of Eva, a valued college for many years at Behrend. His loss will be felt by many.
Deanna Baker
May 3, 2020
Evelyn, remember God will "wipe" the tears from the families eyes, and "take" the pain away from their heart. You are not "alone." God will not "LEAVE YOU."
May 3, 2020
Mrs. Tucker I was sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that others care are concerned for you and family. We share your loss. Eddiena Schoolfield
May 3, 2020
My condolence, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rubye Jenkins-Husband
Julia R
May 3, 2020
Dear Evelyn & Family; it is with a sad heart, to learn of Eva's passing. Really, don't know what to say, except, as you know, Eva will be missed.
Eva, always had a kind word to say, and a deep sincere "hello", as we walked on Oxford St., or departing from bus. Please know, that we are with you, and with hope & courage, may God's strength surround you. Sincerely, Julia
Bill Schenley
May 3, 2020
Evelyn, so sorry to read about Eva.
Take care.
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