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1959
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2015
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Mark TUCKER Obituary
SPRINGFIELD, IL - Mark K. Tucker, 56, of Springfield, died at 4:45 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015, at Memorial Medical Center.
Mark was born June 1, 1959, in New York, N.Y., the son of Charles Edward and D. Ardyth Newell Tucker. He married Rosemary Frances DeNittis on Aug. 4, 1979, in Villa Park.
Mark earned his bachelor's degree at the Illinois Institute of Technology and was co-owner of Prather-Tucker since April of 2003. He previously was employed by Wight & Associates for approximately 10 years.
He was a member and had previously served on the Board of Directors of Illini Country Club and served on the Illinois State Board of March of Dimes. He was also a member of American Business Club and American Institute of Architects.
Mark enjoyed playing golf and traveling, especially to Mexico and Europe. He was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bulls, and professional golf.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Rose Tucker of Springfield; two daughters, Julie (husband, Patrick) Beveridge of Chatham, and Ashley (husband, Craig) Richardson of Rochester; three grandchildren: Hailey Burris, Lilly Richardson, and Rory Beveridge; siblings, retired Maj. Gen. Charles E. Tucker (wife, Patricia Reidy) of Chicago, Ruth (husband, Rodney) Calvert of Plano, Texas, Sara (husband, James) Copas of Littleton, Colo., and Diane (husband, Shain) Robinson of Allen, Texas; two nieces; and ten nephews.
At his request his body has been donated to science to further medical research. Private family ceremonies are planned.
Memorial contributions may be made to: March of Dimes, Central Illinois Division, 2060 W. Iles Ave., Ste. D, Springfield, IL 62704-4195.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Lincoln Land Cremation Society.
Douglas Clark
October 1, 2022
Great memories.
Mark and Rose and Family
MeatLoaf, Paradise by the Dashboard lights
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C11MzbEcHlw
Douglas Clark
February 29, 2020
Very saddened to belatedly find out about Mark's passing. Mark's life and his entire family, Rose and the girls, had the most profound positive affect on my life, during the first ten years of my career. I owe an incredible debt of gratitude to your family and to Mark for helping me find a small place to stand in this world. We lost him less than two weeks before my own son was born. I always thought I would have time to reconnect with him. Thank you all for the love and care you showed me all those years ago. Sincere Condolences and prayers for you all.
Linda Gosnell
August 22, 2019
I knew the whole Tucker family in Indiana. Very sorry to hear about Mark. My condolences to the Tucker family.
November 11, 2015
Rose and family: Although we did not get to truly 'know' Mark, we felt as though we did through Dan's brother, Bill and his extreme fondness for him. We express our belated and sincere sympathies. Our hearts are heavy for all of you from losing one you all loved dearly, who left you prematurely.
Fondly,
Dan and Kendal Hoselton
Amy Mills
October 8, 2015
I offer up my sincere condolences to his friends and family. Mark participated in golf outings for an organization I am a part of, Big Brothers Big Sisters. And, I will always remember his generousity in helping the kids in this commmunity.
Sal Raymond
October 8, 2015
Though Mark was older than I he was the big brother. We had a running joke between us. He was Wally and I was the Beav.
And that was true, Mark was a big brother....always patient, always, ready to listen, always ready to lend a hand.
Miss you big brother.
Lynn Hodge
October 8, 2015
Chuck, so sorry for the loss of your brother. My condolences to you and Patty, and your family.
Steve Quigley & Family
October 7, 2015
Rose you and the family have our most heartfelt condolences on the loss of Mark. We are praying for him and your family. Tuck was a just simply put a Good person and fun to be around. He will be missed by many.
October 7, 2015
Rose and Family,
We are so saddened for your loss. Mark was a great guy. Our deepest condolences.
Linda & Bill O'Rourke
October 6, 2015
Rose and Family,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Although Mark and his firm have been a customer of ours for a number of years, we take more from this relationship the man that we got to know. A good man who spoke often of his family and what you meant to him. Again, we extend our deepest sympathies to your family.
The Staff of Springfield Reprographics
Marty Scanlan
October 6, 2015
Rose & family, deepest sympathies. He was a great guy and will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers with your family......
Tami Foster
October 6, 2015
Rose and family -
My heart is so sad at the news of Mark's passing. He was such a kind, wonderful man. I will always remember how he sat with your parents and was always so calm. Hold tight to each other and your wonderful memories.
Denny Chapin
October 6, 2015
Rose,
When your mom and dad were living at Wydcrest it was a pleasure getting to know you and Mark. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Denny Chapin
Mark and Linda Ranck
October 6, 2015
So very sorry for your loss.
Mark and Ellen Edwards
October 6, 2015
Rose and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. Mark was a good man and will be sorely missed. God bless you.
Love,
Mark and Ellen
Bruce and Barbara Hill
October 5, 2015
Our thoughts are with you all.
October 5, 2015
So very sad for you and your family. Mark was a great guy and will be missed by so many. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Betty and Pat Grady
Jobi Tabb
October 5, 2015
Rose and family,
My thoughts are with you in this terribly heartbreaking time. Mark was such a wise and kind spirited man. It was an honor to know him.
Shelly Musser-Bateman
October 5, 2015
Rose, I am so sorry for your loss. I am thankful the March of Dimes provided me an opportunity to get to know you and Mark. My favorite memory of Mark is the day I met you both. We bonded over Villa Park and Willowbrook HS stories. Another favorite - riding back from the Prematurity Research Center launch on I-55 in the convertible...despite Jennifer and I protesting (we didn't have hair ties) he convinced us! It was a beautiful day and we truly enjoyed the ride! Much love, hugs, and prayers to you and your family.
Tad Huskey
October 5, 2015
Rose,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I wish there were words that I could offer to help ease your pain, but sadly there are not. I will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth & Steve Pellegrini
October 5, 2015
Rose, I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hugs!
Jake and Julie Stapleton
October 5, 2015
Rose, Julie, and Ashley,
We are so sorry, and please know that we are here for you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Maureen Sherry
October 5, 2015
To the Tucker Family,
We are saddened by your loss. Mr. Tucker was a great man, father, husband and Grandpa. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. Love, the Sherry Family
Mike & Desiree Webber-van Boxtel
October 5, 2015
We're going to miss you, Mark.
Rose, Julie & Ashley - Patrick & Craig, too: You were all so amazingly strong this past week. What a family!
Toni Beggs
October 5, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Greg and Mary Curl
October 5, 2015
Rose and family - this is beyond a shock to hear about Mark. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
October 5, 2015
We are very sad and wish to express our condolences to Rose and the entire family. Mark was a friend to us and will certainly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.
Ed and Denise Schainker
Melissa Staggenborg
October 5, 2015
Rose-I am so sorry. I had no idea until recently that Mark was ill. He had such a grin and quiet peacefulness (well, he always put up with us girls!!) He was a great businessman as well. My thoughts are with you and the kids. If you need anything, call. xoxoxo
Bill Hankinson
October 5, 2015
I am so sorry to here of the passing of Mark. He was a great guy with a great sense of humor. My condolences go out all of you. I was just shocked when I saw this and thought of all this visits in my office. Remember all the great times he was a wonderful person
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