James Durwood Tucker
07/27/1930 - 04/12/2024
Mr. James Durwood Tucker, age 93, of South Hill, VA, died Friday, April 12, 2024 in the Hundley Center. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy and was a retired Electronics Technician. Durwood worked with several companies in the South Hill area including the former Smith and Hazelwood, Wolfe’s Sales and Service, Carver Furniture and Carquest. Mr. Tucker is survived by his sons Scott Tucker and wife Glenda of Victoria, Barry Tucker and wife Kathryn of Madison Heights and Jeffrey Tucker and wife Cherie of Snow Camp, NC, a brother Arnold Tucker of South Hill, one granddaughter, six grandsons and six great grandchildren, also several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Tucker, his parents; James Emmett and Virginia Bailey Tucker, a son Wayne Tucker and a sister, Elaine Hazelwood. A Celebration of Life service will be held Tuesday at 2:00 P.M. in the Crowder – Hite – Crews Funeral Home Chapel, with interment in Crestview Memorial Park. A visitation will be held an hour before the service starting at 1:00 P.M. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Tabernacle Baptist Church at 23875 Highway 47 South Hill, VA 23970. The family also wishes to express heartfelt thanks to the entire staff of the Hundley Center for their continued help during Dad’s care. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Tucker family.
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I am deeply saddened by the passing of Durwood he was a great man and friend who will be missed. May you find comfort in his memory while you learn to live with the great things he taught all of us.
Family member of tabernacle
I am so sorry for your loss family of mr tucker he has been a good family friend of mine for years I give my deepest sympathies I loved Mr tucker he enjoyed seeing the youth group during Christmas time
The Baker’s would like to send their most sincere condolences to all regarding this unfortunate loss. Know Mr. Tucker is at peace and with, and within, you all forever. Godspeed Sailor, and may you enjoy “Fair Winds and Following Sea’s”. We have the watch.
Friend
I moved next-door to Durwood and Margaret, when I was eight years old. I have known Durwood and his family all of my life. I am now 74 years old, and I have never met a better man than Durwood. I’m never heard him curse,get mad or speak badly about anyone. He always had his smile and a very dry humor.. I know without a shadow of a doubt that God has another angel.. My condolences to Barry, Scott, Jeff and Arnold.
A good life
We send our deepest sympathies and love to you and your family during this sad time. May your dad live in your memories forever.
He will be missed so much.
Daniel and Nancy Phipps
Friends
One of the best,that’s for sure…Rest in Paradise Durwood…I know Margaret and Wayne met you at the gates..Loved going over to visit when Wayne was living..We would have the best time laughing…Durwood was a special person…Prayers for all of his family and friends…praying for peace and comfort..
God definitely gained another angel when he called Durwood Home. I know he and Margaret were happy to be together again. May God be with each member of his family in the months ahead without him. Lots of love from my home to yours.
I am sorry to hear of Durwood’s passing. Durwood always seemed to have a smile. I enjoyed hearing him laugh. I enjoyed singing with him in Joyful Noise. I think the only time I saw him sad was when his wife passed away. Durwood is with Jesus now. I’m sure he’s singing and rejoicing in heaven now.
My condolences to the family of Durwood Tucker.
So very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.