Stephen W. Rucker Sr. 67. Passed on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Visitation will be held 12:00 Noon until Service at 1:00pm on Saturday, January 17, 2026. All at Bethel AME Church, 2011 E Alcy Rd. N.J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home, 12 S Parkway W, 901-948-7755.
To: Rucker Family
My heart is heavy from the loss of your love one and my "long-term friend, Stevie." I was devastated to hear about his passing. I will never forget him. His friendship is embedded in my memory. We were introduced in 1977, after first attending PQC. Stevie D. was an amazing person, baseball player, athletically inclined: in running, basketball, dancing, and had a jovial personality. He always had you laughing...I speak of him often to relatives and others, when speaking of college years.. He wasn't only a friend, but a brother.. Gone, but not forgotten.. He is no longer in pain. PQC TIGER FOREVER, "FAMILY" R.I.P. Cassandra Spade "Short" Love forever, Miss PQC 1980-81
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.