Gerald Robert Tucker

He was born on September 23, 1928, in Los Angeles, California to Stephen John and Blanche Marie Hilton Tucker. He was preceded in death by his brother Donald John Tucker and his sister Lila Mae Miner. Gerry graduated from Jordan High School in 1949.

He loved flowers and always grew a garden and fruit tree orchards in his yard. He especially loved Irises and shared beautiful purple and white Iris arrangements with his loved ones and neighbors.

Dad also had a passion for music. In his youth, he played the trumpet and his wish was to own a dinner club and play his trumpet in his band.

He served his country in The United States Navy and in The United States National Guard and received an Honorable Discharge. He put a flagpole in his yard and flew an American flag every day.

Gerry is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He loves his Heavenly Father and his Savior, Jesus Christ. He had many wonderful times in his ward.

The family would like to thank Kent, Jennifer, Kelly, Marge, Dave and Dad’s Bishops for their constant care and Christ-like love for him.

Gerry is survived by his former wife, Mary Simpson and their children: Janet (Don) Ballard, Michael (Sue) Tucker and Elaine (Ramon) Orgill; his former wife, Brigitte Steele and their son Cory Tucker; his former wife, Gloria Knighton Tucker, who took good care of Dad in his later years.

Gerry is also survived by his 8 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and friends.

He is preceded in death by his former wife, Bessie Bates and a dear friend, Evelyn Taylor.

The family is holding a Memorial Graveside Service at 3:00 PM on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Draper City Cemetery at 12441 South 900 East, Draper, Utah.

His wishes to be cremated were honored and his ashes will be buried in his parent’s grave.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ValleyViewFuneral.com for the Tucker family.