"My thoughts and prayers to the Tucker family. May all the great memories you have of you and John help you during these difficult times. I got to know John through Boni after joining Mary Kay. John had a great heart; always helping us in every way he could. He always greeted everyone with a great smile and made us feel comfortable at being at every event. May he rest in peace."
In loving memory of
John C. Tucker
John C. Tucker of Scottsdale, AZ, passed in peace to the everlasting joy and reward of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 3, 2016, after an amazingly courageous fight against cancer. He was surrounded and supported every moment of his illness and at the time of his passing by his adoring children and their spouses, and two of his loving friends.
John was born the youngest of three children on October 11, 1941, in Denison, Iowa, to parents William "Bryce" Tucker and Edna Tucker. He attended Simpson College on a basketball scholarship where he studied finance and economics and throughout his career served in CFO, CEO, President, and Chairman positions with local, national, and international companies. Since retiring, John has enjoyed working as an inventor and as an associate at Home Depot.
His happy heart and optimistic attitude were contagious, and his kind, thoughtful, and generous way with people truly made him a gift to this world. Countless people have declared these words to his grieving family: "I can honestly say that I'm a better person having known John Tucker." His genuine belief in people and the inspired encouragement that he poured into others caused those of us who know and love him to walk a more joyful, hopeful, and fruitful life. John is survived by his three children: John Jr, Trisha, and Chase; and his granddaughter Rowan "Tess", as well as his sister Joan and brother Jim. Services will be held at Hansen Desert Hills, Sunday, December 11 at 10:30am. 6500 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85254.
A light lunch reception will follow the service at residence: 4632 E. Villa Maria Drive Phoenix, AZ 85032. In lieu of flowers donations to Mission Teen, Teen Challenge or the charity of your choice can be made in John's honor.
Tributes
"Thoughts and prayers to the family. John was a wonderful person and such a gentle spirit. I will miss running into him at HD."
"To all the Tucker family, we are thinking of you all at this sad time. We enjoyed meeting John snr in Texas and in Ireland. May he rest in peace. Take care"
"My deepest condolences for your loss. It is hard to loose our dear ones, we must remember they are in our memories and our hearts forevermore! With Love, Sheila Woodford"
"John was so kind and caring putting everyone else before himself."
"Although I knew and worked with John for only 2 1/2 years he became a good friend and mentor. He also often prayed for my wife Pam during her battle with cancer and graciously prayed for the Lord's support for us both. The last time I spoke with John was 6 weeks ago during his health battle, and he prayed for Pam's total health. That was John, constantly giving his prayers and gentle encouragement to all he met. It has been my honor and privilege to have known and worked with him. He is now working again as one of the Lord's angels from heaven."
"I worked with John for just a short time at HD and he always greeted me with a smile and great energy. My deepest condolences to his family."
"I will miss his laugh, and the calles I had to make when I needed help . Rip John you did put a big plus in so many lives, We all at the Homedepot will miss you, but I know you have no pain and now are in great hands."
"Losing John is a sad time but knowing him the last 30 years was a brightness that will shine. I always felt blessed to have him as a brother-in-law and my memories of John are long and happy. My deepest sympathies and love go out to his children in their loss. But may his spirit bless them for life. I'll miss you John!"
"To John family. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. John my dear friend, I have just good memory about you, and I will treasure thees memories in my heart. I love you my friend. Frank Insolia"
"We have truly lost a wonderful man. I enjoyed working with John at Home Depot, he was so interesting to talk to and it was so evident how much he cared about everyone and they about him. My thoughts are with his family, thank you for sharing him with all of us."
"John, Thank you. Thank you for being a kind human being. Your sense of humor was contagious as much as was your smile. Your impact in this world will not go unforgotten as you have touched many lives with such positive impact. Rest In Peace my dear friend. I shall see you on the other side."
"My heart hurts with this amazing human's passing... John, you are truly an inspiration and you helped me in ways that I will always cherish. When I lost faith, you gave me yours, and I am better because of it. You are an honorable man, I could never thank you enough for everything you taught me.. and I will remember you always, Mr. Tucker ??"
"John Jennifer and Family, we were sorry to hear of your losss, we have fond memories of our brief meeting with John Snr in Ireland. He was remembered in Catherine's prayer group this morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis Josh Catherine and Family"
"My Irish friend will be missed such a caring loving man. Loved his kids and family so much. Loved his Ireland trip he went on. We talked a lot of the experiences. I just learned he was born in same small town as I, never knew! Proud to have called him my friend. RIP Mmy friend."
"What an honor (and what fun) to have known "Big John" for over 40 years. His quite and kind way with people was helpful to many and appreciated by all who knew him. John's deep love for his Lord and his family served as a beacon for all his loved ones, friends and acquaintances. John was one of a kind and we were lucky to have him as long as we did. Rest in peace, John C."
"I only knew John from working with him. I would go out of my way to find him because I knew he would give make a good laugh. He was an awesome man and I know he will be missed by many. Know he's with God in heaven!"
"John was always happy and positive even when times were difficult! He always cheered everyone up at Home Depot and was always willing to help anyone! He was a very sweet man who showed love to everyone! I will miss him terribly! Hope you all find comfort knowing he is at peace now."
"John, my friend, I miss your quiet manner. You made my life better by being my friend. In your passing you taught me never let an opportunity pass to be with friends and family. Life is short, we don't get do overs, we have all lost something with your passing. God has gained a new Angel Presence, Rest In Peace. Love you Friend."
"Please accept our sincere sympathy. John was a dear friend and spent so much time with our family when we lived in Spencer. We had such a great visit with him when my late husband, Red, and I were in Phoenix a couple years ago.I'm sure he and Red are having a great reunion in Heaven. John was a wonderful, unique person. May he rest in peace."
"It is hard to express the blessing that John was to me and my family. His generosity and kindness taught me important lessons about the love and care of God during challenging times in my life. John?s positive attitude, which constantly expressed trust in the Lord, moved my heart. Sometimes I thought he was naïve in his childlike faith. Then I would realize that I longed to see life through John?s eyes of faith. I am sorry I was not able to say goodbye, though I am grateful that we will catch up on everything a bit later. May God?s comfort sustain all of us who are John?s friends and family. Love you, John, Trisha, Chase, and Bonnie. Mike"
"Dear Family and Friends. Those of us who had the privilege of knowing and loving John were blessed in many ways. His kindness and thoughtfulness were well documented through many years of giddy merriment during shared Holiday gatherings and family reunions. He earned the titles of Husband, Brother, Father, Uncle and especially Friend. His children and grandchildren are bright stars and love him in ways that further ensure his continued presence among us here in this life. May our Loving God sustain them and all of us who were blessed by having known John and been loved by him. You will be missed, old friend, but we know that heaven is a little warmer because of your addition to its membership."
"What a quietly gentle, kind, steady and strong presence was John Tucker. A man who made you feel welcome and accepted for who you were and who lived out his beliefs. A lesson for all of us to follow. Happy are we who benefited from his presence and friendship. Wishing him happiness with the Lord and comfort from our Father to all his family."
"My deepest sympathy to the Tucker Family. What a blessing he was to me and the many friends he had Home Depot. He always had a genuine smile for everyone and a true willingness to help. He was kind, caring and a true gentleman. It was an honor to work with him all the years he was with us. I will truly miss his warm caring nature and love of people. God has taken you home John, you are in His loving arms. I will see you again one day my dear friend. I love you. <3"
"RIP...John,you were a kind,loving gentleman that I got to know working with you at Home Depot. You will truely be missed. Thoughts and Prayers to your family"
"You left such an impression upon us John and I feel so blessed to have known you. RIP my friend . Love you Detra Barnette"
"So sorry to hear of your lost you have my condolence, my GOD give you and family peace and strength as you go through this valley time in your lives. Gods Love and mine Laura Bailey"
"John will be truly missed. It has been a joy to work with and I loved our political discussions. We thought alike. It was a blessing to know him and I will miss him terribly."
"Not that the Lord needs my advice, but He should grant every family a gentle giant like John Tucker. John's height made it necessary, and his heart made it easy, to look up to him. My heart aches for his children and siblings. John Tucker was a blessing to others and is now receiving his own from the Lord he loved."
"I only knew John through his family. What a Blessing and Legacy he has left his family through Jesus Christ, knowing God always uses the hard things in life to do good. Never wasting a tear that has been shed. May God Fulfill all the promises to John through the generations that follow. His Blessings Will Endure Forever. Congratulations John, You have run the race proudly!"
"John will always have a place in my heart and memories. He made all that came in contact with him better for having met him. Lord Jesus raised a mighty and loving presence in John. John I love you and will definitely miss you but I know you are where God wants you. Mike"
"It was an honor and privilege to serve John as a part of his Hospice team. The profound impact he had on those who loved and cared for him was in evidence each and every day. His memory and spirit shall live on in the sharing of stories and memories. He touched many lives and will continue to do so. His incredible family, JR, Trisha, Chase, Sam and Boni circled the wagons with love, care, support and prayers so that John could gently go to where he needed to be. RIP John."
"Oh John, you were such a good man. You will be missed."