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Melba McCoy-Tucker Obituary

MELBA MCCOY-TUCKER Melba, age 57, of Riverside, CA, passed away November 13, 2007. Melba was born 01/31/1950 in Riverside. Melba worked as a teacher at the California Rehabilitation Center and in her later years as a substitute teacher for the Riverside and Alvord Unified School Districts. Melba was a member of Mt. Vernon Missionary Baptist Church. Melba McCoy-Tucker is survived by two children, Shawn and Teresa Tucker, both of Riverside, CA; one sister, Rachel; 2 brothers, Warren and Elwood McCoy Jr. and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces, friends and family. Services for Melba McCoy-Tucker will be at 10:00am, Saturday, November 24, 2007 at Mt. Vernon Missionary Baptist Church, Riverside. Burial will be at 12 noon, Saturday at Olivewood Memorial Park. Friends may call or stop by from 1pm to 7pm, Friday, Nov. 23, 2007 at Tillman Riverside Mortuary. TILLMAN RIVERSIDE MORTUARY 951-682-6433

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Published by The Press-Enterprise on Nov. 22, 2007.

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Patrick Goodwin

November 29, 2007

Our heart felt wishes go out to the family of Melba McCoy.
I remember a lot of intense baseball
games on Boyd ct. Melba was a heck
of an athlete and competitor. God Bless.
Patrick Goodwin

Gilbert Goodwin

November 28, 2007

Let not your heart be troubled:ye believe in GOD, believe also in me...(john14)

I remember all the good times we had playing football and baseball in the street on Boyd Court, and I remember how nice your family was to ours in our many times of need.

The Goodwin's of Boyd Court

Claudia McCoy Peters

November 28, 2007

Shawn and Teresa - What a wonderful mother God blessed you with.....fun-loving, good natured, and full of laughter. She loved you both tremendously - and she loved life! I will miss her, but I know she's free as a dove.

Lucillia gleen

November 26, 2007

May you rest in peace. It was so good to talk with you earlier in the year when Mom and I came by. We will always remember the good old days on Pleasant Street. The Gleen Family: Lurena, Lucillia and Mel Gleen

Shelley Smith

November 26, 2007

Melba,
What a joy to have got to spend the time that I did with you. You taught me what being free means. you taught me to laugh out loud and it feels good. I will never forget the joy and laughter you brought to me. I am so proud of Shawn and Teresa because of the way they took care of you. you did a great job with them and I know they are headed for greatness. Thank you Melba for being you and teaching everyone you came in contact with what Love and Caring really means. I will miss you but, I'am looking forward to seeing you on the other side.

Shelley Smith
Riverside,ca

James Tucker

November 23, 2007

You are finally pain free. I will do my best to assist the kids, where and when I can. See you on the flip side.

Teresa Tucker

November 23, 2007

Mom,
You were the greatest person I knew. Words can't even express how much you meant to me. I treasured you more than life itself. Though you are momentarily gone, I know I will see you soon. I love you with all I have and I always will. I can't wait to be with you again. REST IN PEACE!

victoria whiteside

November 23, 2007

Melba,
I will always remember your kindness. I always looked forward to seeing you when came to the dental office. I will always remember our talks and how you inspired me with your strength. Until we meet again my dear, love, vicki

Tommy Ligon

November 23, 2007

To the Family of Melba McCoy-Tucker
May God comfort you during your time of grief. Melba was a great person who will be missed.

Kim Williams

November 22, 2007

Melba,
Thanks for all the laughs. Thanks for being there when I got us lost right here in Riverside. Well, don't know what to say about the TDs that where never found(lol).
Thanks for all the JOY and LAUGHS you brought. You will be GREATLY missed.

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