Edward Tucker

CLAXTON: Edward Tucker, 90, passed away July 13, 2022, at his home. He was a member of Union United Methodist Church and a native of Evans County, Edward proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War. After his service, he came home to Claxton to do what he was genuinely passionate about- farming. Edward started out farming with his brother, Clyde, and then continued farming on his own until the age of 81. Farming was more than a career to him- it was his way of life. He received many awards, including Evans County’s Conservation Award and Farm Family of the Year Award. He adored his family and above all, consider them to be his greatest accomplishment. He strongly believed in lending a helping hand to everyone and loving thy neighbor.

Edward was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Lillie Tucker; wife, Mamie W. Tucker; daughter, Faye Strickland; grandson, Seth Thomas Haire; great-granddaughter, Sarah Elizabeth Strickland; four brothers, and five sisters.

SURVIVORS: two daughters, Sharon (Tommy) Haire of Claxton, Ga., Bonnie (Jim) Forehand of Stilson, Ga.; son-in-law, Bobby Strickland of Claxton, Ga.; brother, Johnny (Betty) Tucker of Bloomingdale, Ga.; sister, Lucille Todd of Claxton, Ga.; sister-in-law, Mamie Lou Tucker of Claxton, Ga.; four grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; special nephew, Carlton Todd of Claxton, Ga. and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family would like to express thanks to Kindred Hospice and significate appreciation to Peggy and Gwen for their love and caregiving towards Mr. Edward.


VISITATION Friday, July 15, 2022, 10:00am – 11:00am at Union United Methodist Church.

FUNERAL: Friday, July 15, 2022, 11:00am at Union United Methodist Church.

HONORARIUM: Pastor Thomas Kennison and Mike Dollar.

BURIAL: Union United Methodist Church Cemetery.

REMEMBERANCE: Kindred Hospice, 112 Hill Pond Lane Suite B. Statesboro, Ga. 30458; and Union United Methodist Church, c/o Robert DeWitt, 4659 Joe Kennedy Road, Collins, Ga. 30421.


Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
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