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John Rucker Obituary

Rucker, John L., 89, born June 20, 1923 passed away Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012. He was a World War II Army veteran. First employed with Davis Westholt 1945-48, Swallow Aircraft 1948-56 and retired General Foreman at Beech Aircraft after 30 years. Mr. Rucker was a Scout Master Cub and Boy Scout Troop 791 from 1958 thru 1963. Preceded in death by parents Ben and Lena Rucker, sisters Flora Carter, Henrette Smallwood, brothers Bill Rucker, Frank Rucker, granddaughter Amy McDonald and grandson Johnny Rucker. Survived by wife Dorothy C. Rucker, sons Jimmy (Dorothy) Rucker of Peabody, KS, Jerry (Mary) Rucker of Wichita, daughter Debra (Mark) Beyer of Ava, MO, 7 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter, brother Edward (Mary Ann) Rucker, sister Florence (J.B.) Mayginnes. Funeral service is 1:00 pm Monday, Nov. 19 with visitation 1 hour prior to service at Resthaven Mortuary.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Nov. 16 to Nov. 18, 2012.

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one of momma's favorite pictures

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John Love Rucker

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Debbie K Rucker-Beyer

November 17, 2016

4 yrs have gone by so very fast daddy. I miss you all the time. I have kept my promise to you to stay close to momma and help her. well daddy I am.... I love going over and helping her do all sorts of different things. and I love the talks we have when Im there momma only wishes you would talk to her also. She Loves and Misses you every day.... but knows you will be together again. I always said when I grew up I wanted to be just like my momma well daddy NO ONE can fill those shoes. I stay with her as often as I can ... Please come to momma in her dreams .... she loves it when you do... just do it more often....we miss you so much...

Shannon Crouch

November 29, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers to the Rucker clan. We only knew John for a short time, we were happy to have his and Dorothy's friendship. Thanks for putting up so many pictures. They are wonderful. We will keep John and the family in our prayers.

Stacey Rucker

November 19, 2012

Grandpa John will be missed. My thoughts & prayers are with all touched by his passing & especially Grandma Rucker. I feel your pain.

Diana Austin

November 19, 2012

Sorry for Your loss. Our Prayers are with all of the Family

November 19, 2012

Dorothy, I will truly miss John. You know I loved to tease him. He was the KING of bargains and coupons. Always steared me in the right direction for the best deals. His life inpacted so many and I was privleged to know him. You know I am here, if I can help in anyway. My prayers are with you Dorothy.

Margie McFrederick

Tim Eppoerson

November 19, 2012

What an incredible man. His legacy is his family and the principles he taught of thrift and duty to nation. He will be missed but will always be a part of our families love. Prayers for Dorthy, his kids and family.

Gary & Tish Sessions

November 19, 2012

May the Lord strengthen you in this time of sorrow. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Virgie Scott

November 18, 2012

RIP Uncle John Our prays are with your famaily. You sure will be missed love you, coupon man from your neice Virgie Scott (Rucker) And family Mom and the boys.

Judy Callison

November 18, 2012

Sorry to here of the loss of John Rucker. he was my first boss at beech. He was a great boss and a very sweet man. my prayers are with him and his family.

Alice Weber Brwon

November 18, 2012

So sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you at this time.

Denise

November 18, 2012

Momma Deb I am sosorry for your loss. I never met your Dad, but know you loved him with all your heart, he has a very wonderful and caring daughter just goes to show how great a man he was. If you need anything I am here. You are a strong woman hold on to that and you will come through this with an even stronger heart. My prayers are with you, your Mom, and your entire family.

cheryl gilland

November 17, 2012

So sorry

Shellie Seabolt

November 17, 2012

Mr. Rucker, I have never met you but, have heard so much about you. Feels like I've known you my whole life. It would have been my greatest privillage to have gotten to meet you. You will be forever greatly missed and respected, wth my unknown love.

November 17, 2012

Losing a parent leaves a very empty spot in your heart. Our prayers are with you and your family, Deb.... Love, Chuck & Jan

Kayann Hammer

November 17, 2012

I am so sorry about your dad Deb

November 17, 2012

Daddy I love you so very much.My life won't be the same without you. You were always my hero,(even though we disagreed most of the time) I promise I will help to watch over Momma for you and will come stay with her. I promised you long ago I would come live with momma if necessary and I mean it.. I love you and will miss you with all my heart...Love Your Miss Priss

Tom and Sally Ashley

November 17, 2012

Tom and I were sorry to hear of John's passing.. he was quite the guy out at good ole "BEECH"all those years..He scared the stuffins out of so many people, but he really was just a big ole marshmallow at heart..Enjoyed working with him for many years, and he will be missed by all who knew and admired him....Thoughts and prayers go out to the family, peace be with you all.

November 17, 2012

I am so sad for lose. I loved hearing stories about him from you dad and you (Mel). I love you and things will get better I promise. Call me anytime. Love Judy

November 17, 2012

So enjoyed John's friendship for many yrs. at Beech A/C. My sympathy & prayers to the family. Faye Jeck

Karen & Sheldon O'Connor

November 17, 2012

Jimmy & Dorothy & family,
We are sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our prayers at this time. John will always be remembered by those that knew him.

Pamala Hanna

November 17, 2012

Dear Ones,
I pray for Peace and Strength for you and your family at this time of great loss.
God Bless you.

Sheron Eaden

November 16, 2012

To Deb,and family,
I am so glad "Grandpa" John was a part of my life. He would definitely challenge my knowledge of the VA system. I know we will all miss him, but he is not sick any more. Poohness(Sheron)

Debbie Beardslee

November 16, 2012

Jimmy, Dorothy and family -
I'm very sorry to hear about your dad / grandfather. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Harry Simpson

November 16, 2012

Rest John, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Tammy Deel

November 16, 2012

R.I.P. Grandpa Rucker. I love you and you will surely be missed

Elaine Baggett

November 16, 2012

Hello, sorry to hear about your dad passing. Have memories of us kids playing at their house. Prayers with your family during this time.

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