Obituary of Howard E. Tucker

JOHNSBURG: Howard E. Tucker Sr., 89, of Johnsburg, NY, peacefully departed earth and into the arms of the Lord and his parents.

Howard was born on December 7, 1934 to Gordon and Alta Tucker. Due to Gordon's early passing, Howard considered Fletcher Beadnell his father figure. Howard married Evelyn P. Morehouse on November 25, 1959.

Howard, a Navy Veteran of the Korean War, served his country with honor. Following his military service, he dedicated many years of his life to working as a cook for Warren County Highway. In his leisure time, Howard found joy in traveling to Maine, where he cherished moments of clamming alongside Richard and Roberta. Additionally, he delighted in traveling with his children and grandchildren, creating cherished memories together.

In Heaven he was greeted by his parents; sister Rose (Al) Daniels; brothers John (Brenda) Beadnell, Danny Weatherwax; great-grandson Carter Tucker and soon to be son-in-law Moe Lescault.

Left to cherish Howard’s memory is his wife Evelyn Tucker for 64 years; sons Howard (Sherry) Tucker Jr., Jon (April) Tucker, Todd (Tiffany) Tucker; daughter Lisa Frasier; grandchildren Andrew (Mackenzie) Meyer, Jon (Brandi) Tucker, Nikole (David) Tucker, Sunnielee Tucker, Mikle Tucker, Jerrid (Megan) Tucker, Brandon Frasier, Grace Tucker, Gionni Barba; great grandchildren Lacey, Mikle, Duane, Ryan, Jocelyn, and Paige; sister Ida (Milo) Barlow. Many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and his beloved dog Maggie.

Howard’s family extends heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Stoutenburg and staff at Glens Falls Cancer Center, Kate Saure-Jones and staff at North Creek Health Center and Holly at High Peaks Hospice.

Memorial donations may be made in Howard’s name to Adirondack Vets House, Inc., at 26 Pine St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Per Howard’s request there are no services scheduled.

A Celebration of Life will be held this summer.

Please visit www.alexanderfh.net for online condolences and guest book.