Larry J. Tucker, 65, of San Angelo, passed away Monday, May 13, 2013. Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 16, 2013, at First Christian Church, 29 N. Oakes St., San Angelo, TX. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Reception following graveside will be at Community Hills Christian Church, 3309 Knickerbocker Road. Arrangements are by Johnson's Funeral Home. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Bessie Mae Tucker; and a brother, Kenneth Tucker. Survivors include his wife, Beth Tucker, of San Angelo; daughter the Rev. Melanie Lange and husband Michael of Midland; son Matthew Tucker and wife Marissa of San Angelo; grandchildren Emily Lange, Tucker Lange, Sutton Lange, Avery Lange, Nathaniel Lange, Maxwell Tucker and Marley Tucker; brother Jimmy Tucker and wife Pat of San Angelo; sister Sandy Griffin and husband Don of Holly Lake Ranch, Texas; brother Mark Tucker and wife Nancy of San Angelo; sister-in-law Joan Tucker Meyer of San Angelo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Larry grew up in the family oil business, Tucker Drilling Company, Inc., going from roughneck to president. He loved his work and cared for his employees like family. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was a member and a deacon at Community Hills Christian Church. Larry celebrated 40 years of sobriety last June and he cherished his AA and Al Anon community. He had a deep faith and trust in God that impacted many people and a love for his family that will be passed on for many generations. The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to Hospice of San Angelo, especially his wonderful nurses, Tiffany Nunez, Shirley Jones, Debbie Bishop and Debra Webb. The family requests memorials be made to Hospice (HOSA), P.O. Box 471, San Angelo, TX 76902. Family and friends may sign the online register book at johnsons-funeralhome.com.
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December 17, 2013
Larry Gangwish
Hi Beth, I look at Larry's Guest Book from time to time to help me when I am thinking of you guys. I am so gratefull that you both embraced us when Faye and I moved to San Angelo. You have enriched our lives
June 13, 2013
Patti Harris
Good bye my sweet brother-in-law. You had to earn my love and respect and you sure did it. Thank you for all you did for this family and for everything you brought to us by sharing all these years together. I know what you meant to me and I hope you know how much you meant to me. Love you...See ya later!!!!!
June 5, 2013
Sonny & Janel Monaghan
Our love & prayers for Beth, Matt, Melanie & so many friends and family. We are so very blessed to have been able to share a part of Larry's life and to learn about our own spirituality from his love of Faith. Such a beautiful man & family.
June 2, 2013
Beth,
I was so saddened to hear of Larry's passing. You and all of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
If I can help you in any way let me know.
Nancy Horne-Clare
May 20, 2013
Bill Morris
May God Bless His Family I will always Remember our Freindship.
May 19, 2013
Billy Olin
I'm so very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was a great guy and really helped me get to where i am today. My thoughts and prayers to all of you !!
May 17, 2013
We were sorry to hear about Larry. Our thoughts and prayers are with whole family.
Chuck and Donna Middlekauf
May 17, 2013
Beth and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you spent the last times together happily and at peace. You are in my hearts and prayers.
Sharon (Schafer) Rosenlund
May 17, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers and thoughts go to you and family. Your friend from past and always, Elaine Beeson
May 16, 2013
Beverly Jones
My prayers are with all of you.
May 16, 2013
Julia Tredaway
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared confort you now and in the days ahead.
May 16, 2013
Lyn Fly
Beth, I'm truly sorry Larry had to leave so early … but when our bodies reach the point where pain & suffering replace serenity & laughter, it's time to go! Having known Larry almost all my life, I'm glad to see that the Good Lord took hold of him and shook out those less desirable traits. Forty years of sobriety is borderline miraculous and certainly doesn't come to many! In spite of a rocky start, Larry ended it well and with grace. I pray that God will bless you & your family and that the cherished memories of Larry will last your lifetime. PEACE BE WITH Y'ALL!
May 16, 2013
Steve Cecil
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Tucker family.
May 16, 2013
DeeDee Duane Schniers
So sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you
May 16, 2013
YOU ARE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AT THIS TIME OF GREAT LOSS LARRY WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON DORIS SCHOFFTHALER AND JR CONTWAY RUIDOSO
May 16, 2013
Glenn&Peggy Rosser
Sorry for your loss our thoughts are with you.
May 15, 2013
Dearest Tuckers and Langes,
Your family and your love is an inspiration to all of us. As Larry lived as your husband, father, brother and friend he taught us grace, faith and true love. God Bless you all.
Shelly Suksta
May 15, 2013
Gordon and Joann Towery
Beth, we are so sorry to here of Larrys passing
May 15, 2013
Brady Whitworth
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.
May 15, 2013
Pam Jones
Sincere love and prayers to Beth, Matt, and Melanie. Larry was a fine man, and touched many people's lives! I will never forget his kindness. Much love to your family. Pam
May 15, 2013
Fay Theriot Brosig
The Tucker Family, so very sorry for your loss.
May 15, 2013
Rose Begil
Beth, I'm so sorry. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
May 15, 2013
Judy Rippetoe
Beth, I am so sorry about Larry's passing. I have you in my heart and my prayers right now, the rest of the family, too. I will be thinking of you these next few months.
May 15, 2013
Pam Ward
Beth,
You are in my prayers. So sorry for you loss. Love, Pam
May 15, 2013
Carolyn Ledet
May the Lord Bless you and family. The two of you were very special to me. Was shocked and sadden by Larrys death.You all will be in my prayers.
May 15, 2013
Martha McAndrews
Larry you were a great man and wonderful friend. I am blessed to have had you in my life. You will truely be missed. Beth, Melanie, Matt - you are all very strong and will get through this tough time. Remember all the good times and laughter that Larry brought to your lives. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. I am truely sorry for your loss. Love always XOXO
May 15, 2013
Beth, I am so sorry and shocked to hear about Larry. I have great memories of you and Larry and our times together with Tom and Greta.
May 15, 2013
Kathie Bendinelli
Beth, I am so sorry for your loss. Knowing that he is now free from pain is a blessing. You and your family are in my prayers. If you need anything let me know.
May 15, 2013
may God bless and comfort you in your time of loss.
The Rodriquez Family
May 15, 2013
Kay Castle
So sorry for your loss. I know you will miss him, but you have so many wonderful memories that will last forever. Prayers are with you.
May 15, 2013
Pat (Thieman) Shirley-Becker
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
May 15, 2013
James, Butch and Susanne Crimm
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you in your hour of need. Larry was a good man and he will be missed by all who knew him.
Those who worked for Tucker Drilling will surely miss him.
May 15, 2013
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing, a great friend and neighbor in San Angelo, my prayers to Beth and family during this time.
Mike Klosterhoff
May 14, 2013
We were so sorry to hear of Larry's death. Although I know he is resting safe in the arms of Jesus and feels no more pain. He was a Godly man who truly lived his beliefs. Everyone left behind will feel the void of his presence for a long time. In Christian Friendship, Rusty and Kathryn Dowell
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