Nyoka Modell Tuggle

Nyoka Modell (Granny) Tuggle was a dedicated wife, mother and

grandmother. Born on September 16, 1947, in Fort Worth, Texas,

she spent her life caring for her family. Nyoka passed away

peacefully on August 6, 2025, in Decatur, Texas with family at her

side.

Nyoka’s life was a testament to her passion and work ethic. In her

early years she was a stay-at-home mom, caring for the kids and

assuring there was a hot meal was on the table every evening. She

was known for her homemade chicken & dumplings and hot yeast

rolls. Nyoka found joy in various hobbies which showcased her

nurturing spirits. She tended a huge garden, spending hours on

end canning hot sauce, tomatoes, pickled jalapenos and fruit

preserves.

Later in life, when the children were older, she dedicated her time

and skill to helping her husband run the family business, Tuggle’s

Custom Concrete. She did more than simply keep books, Nyoka

helped set forms, pull mud, run a trowel machine and finish

concrete. Together they left a legacy of excellence in the concrete

construction business.

Nyoka is survived by daughters Karla Vondiezelski of Newark,

Cheryl Walls and spouse Derek of Crafton, and son Thomas

Romero of Springtown. Grandchildren are Rhonda, Justin,

Richie, Jenny, Kenzi, Avery, Natalie, Kassi, Kathy, Kandi, Little

Edward, Thomas, Teddy, and Romeo. Her brood also includes

seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild along

with a host of other family and friends.

Nyoka was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas "Eddie"

Tuggle of 50 years; her parents, Mirrel Anderson and Ruth

Bussell; a beloved granddaughter, Kari; and two sisters, Joyce and

Clara.

Visitation for family and friends to honor Nyoka’s memory will

take place on August 9, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at

Hawkins Funeral Home, located at 100 S Ewing St, Boyd, Texas.

After visitation, the funeral service will be at 11:00 AM to 12:00

PM with Brother Jeff Bakker officiating.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to Heritage

Place Nursing and Rehab, as well as Solaris Hospice, for the love

and care they provided to mom over the past several years.