Randall D. "Randy" Tucker

      Randall D. “Randy” Tucker, age 74 of Jonesboro, died Sunday, September 24, 2023 at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, MO. He was born September 3, 1949 in Anna, the son of Ralph and Matella J. (McIntosh) Tucker. He married Alice Crowell on August 17, 1968 in Jonesboro.

      Randy is survived by his loving wife of fifty-five years, Alice Tucker of Jonesboro; son, Kevin (Nicole) Tucker of Jonesboro; grandson, Reed Tucker; extended family and a host of dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Dennis Tucker.

      Randy worked fifty-two years with the Operating Engineers. After he retired he went to work for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources overseeing the Dixon Springs State Park in Golconda. He owned and operated Tucker Trenching and served as Mayor of the City of Jonesboro from May 1995 through May 2005. Randy enjoyed fellowshipping with his friends, playing cards and telling stories. He had a love of antique cars and tractors. Most of all he loved spending time with his grandson, Reed.

      Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, September 28, 2023 at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Jonesboro with Bill Littrell officiating. Interment will be in the Jonesboro Cemetery. Friends may visit after 10:30 a.m. and until the service time at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, September 28, 2023 at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Jonesboro. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are preferred to Shriner’s Hospital for Children. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

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