First Sergeant Grady W. Tucker, Sr. 83, USMC (retired) passed away peacefully on July 28, 2020 in Mission Viejo California with his only son Grady Jr. and beautiful daughter-in-law Dr. Saran Tucker by his side.
Tucker, Sr. was born in Fitzgerald, Georgia on December 11, 1936 and made his life in Los Angeles since the 1960’s. He also leaves to honor his memory his loving niece Debra who cared for him extensively prior to his passing, sister-in-laws Delores and Ruth and loving and devoted nephew Sean that he raised like a son. He’s also survived by his handsome grandsons Omar and Grady III, stunning granddaughters Shaiya of Tucson Arizona, Sahla, Sierra, Sienna, great-grandsons Nicolai, Emiliano and adorable twin great-granddaughters Luviana and Liviana along with a host of nieces, nephews, friends and thoughtful neighbors. He was preceded in death by all of his siblings to include sisters Elizabeth Miller, Frances Stewart, Vivian Regulus and brothers Robert Regulus and most recently Ollie Tucker (US Army).
In memoriam, Grady Sr. will now be heavenly reunited with his loving wife Senora Ann Tucker as their marriage spanned six blissful decades. Fittingly, he will join her at Riverside National Cemetery on their wedding anniversary date on August 18, 2020.
Grady Tucker, Sr. was a very well decorated, twenty year proud retired Marine that was lauded for his duties in Vietnam and many other tours of duty. Notably, he was awarded the Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Navy Combat Medal with Combat “V” for Valor and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm and Frame for accomplishing deeds of valor and heroic conduct while defending our country. After his retirement from the United States Marine Corps he went on to serve ten years in the Fleet Marine Corps Reserve and retired from the City of Los Angeles with the Los Angeles Police Department. Tucker was a deacon and a life member of the VFW.
Tucker leaves a significant impression on the community and the country! He was the self-appointed domino champ as he took on all comers, as once he pulled the table out from behind the couch you knew you were in for a long night! Known for his straight forward yet caring personality, he was also very well known for his well-creased Marine Corps ball caps. He lead with distinction as his son also went on to join the military service and become a commander with the United States Air Force while serving in combat and receiving combat awards such as the Purple Heart before his retirement after more than twenty-two years. He would be most proud to know many of his nephews also served and currently serving our nation to include Fabian Daniel (US Air Force), Frederick Thomas Jr (USMC), Scottie Thomas, (US Army), Omar Neal (US Army Reserve) and Jemea Thomas (US Army) who was also drafted as a cornerback by the NFL’s New England Patriots.
Known to many as the Proud Marine, Uncle Tuck, Uncle Grady, Tuck, Pah Pah, Mr. Tucker and Daddy his message to everyone is to do your best everyday, take care of each other, be a GREAT father, use your talent, USE YOUR RIGHTS as many have fought for them and knowledge is nothing if you’re not willing to pass it on!
Grady Tucker, Sr. you served with pride and distinction...job well done!
Due to COVID-19 restrictions a private burial will take place on August 18, 2020. Thank you for your many cards, flowers, thoughts, prayers, well wishes and respect for the family’s privacy during this time.
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