He married Beatrice (Bea) Lester on August 12, 1978 in Crowell, TX. He was a Christian and loved the Lord and was a member of Wilmar Baptist Church where he served on several different committees. Larry loved his church family and especially the children in the church. He always made sure he had bubble gum for each of them on Sunday mornings. Larry was a dedicated employee of P & W Concrete and Select Concrete for approximately 30 years. His passion was operating heavy equipment. He was also a member of Local Union 178 of Ft. Worth, TX. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Bowling was another hobby he enjoyed. In addition to his parents, Otis and Bama Tucker, he was also preceded in death by three brothers, Roland Tucker, Dennis Tucker and Mitchell Tucker; two sisters, Hazel Heroman and Maurene McKinzie and his father-in-law, Manuel Lester of Hurley, VA.
Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Beatrice (Bea) Lester Tucker of Wilmar; one son, Jeffrey Clark Tucker and wife Sheena of Wilmar; one daughter, Debbie Tenorio of Wilmar; three grandchildren, Amanda Kaylee Bone and husband Jacob, Jeremy Clark Tucker and fiancé Brooke Lampkin and Kristiana Marie Tenorio; one great-grandson, Jace Michael Bone, who was the apple of his eye; one brother, Richard Tucker and wife Mary of Monticello; three sisters-in-law, Mattie Tucker of Monticello, Judy Counts and Glena Justice both of Hurley, VA; his mother-in-law, Virginia Lester of Hurley, VA; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, whom he loved dearly; and a special caregiver, Tywana Wilson.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 14, 2019 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Andrews Chapel Cemetery. Visitation 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to: Wilmar Baptist Church, Alzheimer's Association or Arkansas Baptist Children's Home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(34)
Trudy Tucker Carrington
Bryant, AR Wednesday, March 20, 2019 Debbie,So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Trudy
Sharon Shook McIntyre
Monticello, AR Saturday, March 16, 2019 Bea,I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
In Christian Love,
Sharon
Janice Palmer
MC GEHEE, AR Friday, March 15, 2019 My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I love you.Barbara Hayden
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 14, 2019 Bea, so sorry for your loss. You are certainly in my prayers!Teresa Williams
, AR Thursday, March 14, 2019 Bea, Jeff, Sheena and Family. Larry was such a joy to be around and had a very big heart. I know he will be missed. I am thinking about you all during this very difficult time.Taylor's
, TX Thursday, March 14, 2019 Sincere condolences to the entire family. May fond memories and the loyal love of Almighty God be with and comfort y'all.Donnie & Marsha O'Fallon
Weatherford, TX Thursday, March 14, 2019 Love & prayers for your family today.Anita Booker
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 13, 2019 So sorry for your loss Jeff. Billy and I so enjoyed talking to Mr Larry every morning when we had the restaurant. We missed him so much when he became ill. I pray for peace and comfort for you and your family.Lagina Hayes
, AR Wednesday, March 13, 2019 Mrs. Bea, you are in my thoughts and prayers.Alvin and Irma James
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 13, 2019 Bea and family...Our thoughts with all of you. Great man and will be missed by all. Love and hugsJody and Sandra
WARREN, AR Wednesday, March 13, 2019 We are so sorry to hear of Larry's death. When we think of Larry, we still see him over at the bowling ally laughing and joking. And so glad we got to know him during his good times. Just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, March 13, 2019 Larry was a kind, gentle man and a true friend to all. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God surround you with his loving armsto give you peace and comfort in this sad time. Cherish the memories of him with you.
With love & sympathy,
Janice
Bobbie Ross
Warren, AR Wednesday, March 13, 2019 Bea, I am so sorry to hear about your great loss. May God bless you all during this difficult time.Carole (Johns) Rushing
Woodlawn, AR Wednesday, March 13, 2019 Bea, There are no words that can express the sympathy in my heart for you at this sad time. Having been there I do understand. You will find there are many who share your sorrow with you at your great loss. May God give you the comfort, peace and strength that only He can. Prayers going up for you daily.Carole (Johns) Rushing
Doug & Lisa Nowlin
Pine Bluff, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 Dear Jeff and Shenna,So sorry to read that your father has passed away. Doug and I have both lost our fathers, and it's never easy. We are praying for all of the family at this time. Jeff, I bet your dad has bubble gum in heaven right now for everyone that has went before him! Remember all the good things you shared, and think that it will only be a moment, and you will see him again.
Doug & Lisa Nowlin
Pine Bluff, AR
Karen Rawls Pierce
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great man & he will be missed.Robin Johnson
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 My heart is so sad for your loss. May god be with each of you.Robin and Kenny Johnson
Geraldine Whitt
HURLEY, VA Tuesday, March 12, 2019 So sorry for your loss of Larry. I know it has been a very difficult time for you. Love, Prayers, and Blessings to you and his family.Patricia Wheeler
monticello, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 God Bless You, Jeff and your family at this time. Loved ones are gone but never forgotten.Glena Justice
Hurley, VA Tuesday, March 12, 2019 So sorry Bea and family prayers for all of you. So sorry that I can be with you at this time. I will always remember the good time with my sister and dear sweet brother-in-law he was one of a kind and a joy to be with. Love to all.Cindy McKinstry
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 I’m so sorry for your loss of Larry. My prayers & thoughts are with y’all during this time.JENNIFER CALHOUN
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 You all are in my thoughts and prayers.Martha Barbee
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 Praying for peace, comfort & understanding during the difficult time. Mr. Larry was such a sweet man.KK Gibson Fletchet
Gillett, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 Thoughts and prayers for you in this difficult timeSandra
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 Bea & family, You are all in our thoughts & prayers! I pray that God will give you strength & comfort during this time.Sandra & Steve Allsup
Gina Tucker
, GA Tuesday, March 12, 2019 My heart is broken Uncle Larry was one of the sweetest people that I have ever known. I will miss his beautiful laughter. So sorry that I can't be there but I am sending you lots of hugs and prayers and love ❤ alwaysJones Family
, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 Expressing my condolence to the family for the loss of your precious loved one. Please find hope and comfort in God's wonderful promise of a resurrection of those who have passed away to be fulfilled by his son Jesus Christ. Then God's promise of no more sickness, sorrow, pain or death will come to be. What a wonderful time to look forward to! May you have peace in your hearts as we all await this time together. Acts 24:15; John 5:28,29; Revelation 21:3-5.Sam / Reva Bolton
Paris, TX Tuesday, March 12, 2019 Mrs. Bee, we grieve for your family's loss. But we know he is in a better place. No more pain.Beth and Bruce Davis
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 12, 2019 Our thoughts and prayers are with youKenny & Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Monday, March 11, 2019 Dear Bea and family, We are so sorry for your great loss. You have our condolences and sympathy at this sad time. Larry was a wonderful friend and we are thankful for the sweet memories we have of him! We will keep you in our prayers as you adjust your life without this great person.linda funderburg
monticello, AR Monday, March 11, 2019 God bless this familyAndy Nichols
Mountain View, AR Monday, March 11, 2019 Sorry to hear about Larry.Sam called me this morning.Our thoughts and prayers are with you,Lisa Schmidt
Monticello, AR Monday, March 11, 2019 Bea, I am so very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Let me know if there is anything I can do.Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Monday, March 11, 2019 Bea, Debbie and all of the family, I was so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. He will be missed.