It is with great sadness that his family announces the unexpected passing of Bill, with his loving wife Shirley by his side on Friday, May 27, 2022 in his 80th year.
Beloved husband of Shirley Tucker (nee Nicolson) for 59 wonderful years. Loving Dad of Cathy Warwick (John Oliveira), Curtis Tucker (Pam), Michael Tucker (Erinn) and Marnie Hand. Proud Grampy of Jessica (Josh), Molly (Addison), Carter (Jane) Warwick, Morgan Burns (Brandon), Paige Tucker, Shane and Brendan Tucker, Emma and Dawson Hand. Predeceased by his parents George and Evelyn Tucker. Dear brother of Maralynn, Fred (Celina), George Jr. (Marlene), Jim (Lu) and the late Evie. Son-in-law of the late Fraser and late Marian Nicolson. Brother-in-law of the late John (Susan). He will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Bill will be dearly missed by his Brown's Island neighbours.
Family and friends are invited to visit and pay their respects at the Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. 705-759-2522) on Thursday, June 2, 2022 between 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Memorial contributions to the Dr. H. S. Trefry Memorial Centre "Richard's Landing - Meals on Wheels" would be greatly appreciated. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Tucker family.
Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth
And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings.
Excerpt from: “High Flight” by John Gillespie Magee