Jerry Franklin Rucker

Jerry Franklin Rucker

Jerry Rucker Obituary

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Mr. Jerry Franklin Rucker, age 72, of Kingston, passed away September 28, 2025, at his home with family by his side.

 


He is preceded in death by his parents: Hugh & Edna Rucker.

Brother: G. Eugene Rucker.

Sister: Marie Guinn.

 


He is survived by his wife of 45 years: Virginia Rucker.

Two sisters-in-law: June Cission and Jan Farmer, both of Kingston.

Special nephew: Tyler & wife Katie Franklin.

Great niece: Emberley Franklin all of Rockwood.

Two sisters: Carolyn Perkey of Kingston and Helen Gunter of Fayetteville, NC.

And several nieces and nephews.

Special friends of the family: Rhonda Black and Monica Sutton.

 


The family will have a private service.

 


 

Davis Funeral Home in Harriman is honored to serve the family of Mr. Jerry Franklin Rucker during this time.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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