Ivan Tucker, 86, of Russell County, KY passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Fair Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation in Jamestown, KY where he had been a resident for the last two years. He was born in the Parks Ridge community of Russell County on June 13, 1938 to Vernada Foster and Elijah “Giddy” Tucker.
He worked for the Formica Corporation of Cincinnati, Ohio until he was forced to retire due to illness. Ivan was a fiercely independent and a very private person who kept to himself. He was a man of extreme contrast, in that he could be stern and hard, or easy-going and compassionate toward a friend. He had an iron will and an absolute commitment to attaining his goals in life!
He was a keen observer of people, events and things- and could sum up his thoughts about each with just a few words, if asked! Ivan enjoyed Elvis Presley music, liked fast cars and talking with friends while sitting in the shade, and drinking coffee. He enjoyed the attention of the staff at Fair Oaks, who called him “Smiley” and gave him good care while he was there! Ivan professed Jesus as his Savior.
SURVIVORS:
1 son: Steve (Anita) Tucker of Nancy, KY
1 sister: Belva Sue Tucker Thomas of Russell Springs
1 brother: Joe M. Tucker of Cincinnati, Ohio
2 grandchildren: Joshua S. (Chelsea) Tucker of Elsmere, KY and Kyra N. (Michael) Henderson of Nicholasville, KY
3 great-grandchildren
Several nieces & nephews
The Hill Family (of the Esto community of Russell County)
Along with his parents, Ivan was preceded in death by four sisters: Lil Smith, May Dalton, Juanita Stevens and Helen Robertson; as well as two brothers: R.B. Tucker and Larry Tucker.
Funeral Service: Monday, August 19, 2024 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Mullins officiating
Interment: Crockett Cemetery
Visitation: After 12:00pmCT on Monday
Arrangements have been entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
