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Lawrence Tuck Obituary
June 26, 1948 - January 3, 2024
Lawrence Wayne Tuck, 75, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 after a long battle with Cancer. He was the son of the late Laurie H. Tuck, Jr. and the late Mabel Gertrude Wright Tuck.
Wayne worked for more than 30 years for Roanoke Cement Company and during that time he made numerous friendships. He also had many friends in the "muscle car group" that he enjoyed spending time with. He loved anything to do with the outdoors and his main hobby was splitting wood for his outside stove.
He is survived by his sons, Brandon Tuck (Missy) and Jacob Tuck (Lauren); grandchildren, Hope, Mackenzie, Mason, and Atleigh Tuck; sister, Rosemary Harris (Tim), long-time life partner of 26 years, Sue LaPrade; step-daughter, Tammy Parr (Mike); nephews, Garrett Harris & fiancé Adeline, and Lance Harris.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 8, 2024 in the Chapel of Simpson Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Simpson Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers the family has requested that memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society @ www.donate.cancer.org.
Online condolences may be sent to www.simpsonfuneral.com.
Simpson Funeral Home
5160 Peters Creek Rd
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Teresa (Tuck) Radke
January 7, 2024
I am so sorry for the loss of Wayne. My heart aches for your family and those who loved him. He was a wonderful man. I pray he is resting now in the arms of Jesus.
Gary and Kathy Daniel
January 7, 2024
We have had the privilage of knowing Wayne for over 12 years. Very sorry to hear this sad news. We will miss him at the old car get togethers. Thoughts and prayers to family and friends. God bless you Wayne
Rhonda W. Laprad
January 7, 2024
I think Mr. Tuck was the son of a long time friend of my father..Oren Earl Williams. If so they used to play music together..a lot of great memories.
Clay and Cindy Hodges
January 7, 2024
We knew Wayne and his family for many years and are sorry for his family's loss. Thoughts, prayers, and condolences to his family and friends.
Chris Rhodes
January 6, 2024
Very saddened to hear of Wayne´s passing. Prayers go out to his family.
Debbie and Bob Giles
January 6, 2024
My husband and I have been lifelong friends of the Tuck family. We were so sad to hear of Wayne´s passing. Love and prayers for the Tuck family during this difficult time. Debbie and Bob Giles
Tom Mesner & Jeanne Larsen
January 5, 2024
Condolences to all who loved this good, good man. He was a hard worker and a great neighbor. We will miss him.
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