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Gladys Tucker

Passed 05/07/2025

Obituary For Gladys Tucker

Ms. Gladys M. Tucker AKA "Buck", 89, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Gladys was a native of Spartanburg County. She was the daughter of Willie Fuller and Nettie Sue Holcomb. Ms. Tucker graduated from Lincoln High School, Class of 1956.

Mrs. Tucker was a devoted life-long member of Foster Chapel Baptist Church where she served faithfully as a member of the Usher Board for sixty-eight years.

She was a member of the Roberta Liberty Eastern Star #133, Westside Sympathy Club, Wofford Chapel Society and she served within the Spartanburg County District School and retired from Arrow Automotive after twenty years.

Gladys was a loving and kindhearted-feisty little lady. She was always on the go visiting the sick, doing missionary work, helping family and comforting others during their time of bereavement. She had a spirit and smile that couldn't be replaced. Ms. Tucker loved her family, church and never met a stranger. Gladys loved shopping and was known personally at the Ms. Classy Lady store in Westgate Mall.

Mrs. Tucker was preceded in death by: her husband, Leroy Tucker; her daughter, Jacqueline Tucker; and her grandson, Tremain Elmore.

Left to cherish fond and loving memories are: her son, Vernon Tucker and Richard Tucker both of Spartanburg, SC; her daughters, Theresa Thompson and Gloria Foster of Spartanurg, SC; her sister, Gertrude Draper of SPartanburg, SC; her sister-in-law, Annie Bell Tucker of Spartanburg, SC; her seven grandchildren;l lher twenty-seven great-grandchildren; her great-great-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral Services will be heldon Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at Foster Chapel Baptist Church, Roebuck, SC. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Eastern Star Rites will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be held from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the chapel.


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My prayers are with the family.

Beverly Nash Miller

My prayers and condolences are with you and your family. I love you all Teresa, Gloria, Vernon and Richard. I know it seems like the sun will not shine again. I don't know what day but it will shine again. 🌹

Helen Dawkins Wilburn

To my dearest aunt Gladys I will truly miss the time I spend with you on Easter that were the last time I saw you you were so happy when I bought you your Easter basket you were in good spirits smiling and were very happy So long aunt take your rest till we meet again love you

Mattie Massey Cohen

It is with a heavy heart that we receive the news that we loss one of our dear faithful members. We need the entire Tucker family to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sister Tucker will be missed dearly.

Westside Sympathy Club

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Gladys Tucker, a dedicated usher and faithful member of Foster Chapel Baptist Church. Gladys was a steadfast presence, greeting everyone with her warm smile and infectious spirit. Her unwavering commitment to serving the church and its members inspired many, and her genuine kindness will leave a lasting impact on all who were fortunate enough to know her. Though we will deeply miss her physical presence, the love and joy she shared will continue to uplift and inspire us. May her memory provide you with comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Dr. Patrick Suber

Condolences and Prayers to the Tucker and Fuller family. Weeping may endure for night but joy will come in the morning. Gladys (Buck) Tucker take your rest. The Woodruff, Vernon and Austin family's

Trudy Woodruff

We're sorry for your loss. Always remember the love, joy and laughter Aunt Gladys "Buck" brought to our family. God bless you 🙏 Carolyn & Roy Smith and Family

Carolyn Smith

To the Tucker family, weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. Our love & prayers are with all of you and we are just a phone call away. The Nesbitt Family

Pastor Eddie & Marilyn Parks

We send our deepest condolences and prayers to the Tucker family. May the Holy Spirit comfort and keep all of you during this time of mourning. We love you.

Pastor Eddie & Marilyn Parks

Prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Mrs. Tucker. God bless, comfort, and strengthen you.

gloria meadows

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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