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Thomas Tucker Obituary

Tucker, Thomas RAVENA Thomas Tucker, 76, passed away peacefully at home on November 20, 2019. He was the son of the late Howard and Shirley (Bailey) Tucker. Tom attended Siena College and Russell Sage College before going on to teach business subjects and coach at Draper High School in Schenectady and at R-C-S High School. Upon retirement he became the editor-in-chief for ten years at the Ravena News Herald. Tom was a veteran of the U.S. Army and N.Y.S. Army National Guard. He was a member of New York State basketball official's organization for 25 years, the New York State Teacher's Association and the National Educational Association. Also known to many as "Big T," he was one of the finest athletes playing football, basketball and baseball. He was named first team all star in all three sports in the Central Hudson Valley League. Survivors include his children, Tracy (Thomas) Keppler, Jennifer (Todd) Polverelli and Anthony (Kristina) Tucker; 10 grandchildren; and one great-grandson. Tom was predeceased by his loving wife of 48 years, Judy Green Tucker; son Lance Tucker; and brother, Timothy Tucker. All services for Thomas were held privately at the convenience of the family. Contributions in memory of Tom may be made to The Senior Projects of Ravena, 9 Bruno Blvd, Ravena, NY, 12143.



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Published by Albany Times Union on Nov. 24, 2019.

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Phyllis Allen

November 27, 2019

Always enjoyed co-working with Tommy in the Business Ed. Dept. at RCS. RIP dear Tom.

Mike Reinfurt

November 25, 2019

I too knew Tom from his time working at St Agnes Cemetery. It was always a joy to talk high school sports especially the rivalry between RCS and Watervliet. How proud he was of his family. Rest in peace my friend.

Sandy Brousseau

November 25, 2019

The Tucker family,
I'm sorry to read about Tom's passing. I knew Tom thru his father and basketball. I reffed many games in Ravena and other cities in the Capital district. When ever I ran into Tom we would stop and chit-chat about a lot of things but mostly sports. Tom will be missed by many and may he rest in peace.

Marie Hillicoss

November 25, 2019

So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I worked with Tom at the Diocesan Cemeteries. Always so knowledgeable, helpful and kind. Rest in Peace my friend.

Tom and Judy Spadaro

November 24, 2019

Tracy, Jennifer, Tony and families,
Was very sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. You will all be in my prayers. May the blessings of Christ be with each of you. RIP Tom. He and your Mother are together again.

November 24, 2019

Tracy, Jennifer and Anthony. Although I had not seen Tommy in recent years,, I have very happy memories of our childhood. He and Tim were my handsome cousins. Love him still. Joanne Tucker Picard

John & Carol Kearney

November 24, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.R.I.P., Tom

Claudia DeCastro

November 24, 2019

Mr . Tucker you will be missed. Thanks for all you did for me while in highschool. You were definitely one of my favorites. Love Claudia

John Filipello

November 24, 2019

Tracy,Jenn & Tony, So sorry for your loss God Bless

Harold Green

November 24, 2019

Sorry to hear of Toms death.

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