David Stanton Tucker

David Stanton Tucker, 70, gained his eagle wings and soared to the place in the wilderness prepared for him on May 4th, 2025, with his family by his side. David was born on January 14th, 1955, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to two very proud parents, Stanton and Ethel Tucker. The family eventually moved to Roanoke, Indiana, when he was very young, where David would remain for the rest of his life. He came to know and love the woods on their property, creating memories that he would always cherish. He spent many days of his childhood camping, exploring, connecting with nature, and being the best brother to his big sister, Sharon. Soon, David went on to marry the one that would complete him, Corinne Clark on October 29th, 1977. They would go on to have their two children, Matthew and Sarah. During their marriage, they were able to create a loving, happy home for their small family. Life was always a struggle, and things never came easy. But they maintained that happy home no matter the circumstances. Over the years, David dedicated a lot of his time, efforts, and talents to the community. If you knew David, you knew what a selfless human being he was. He has been a pillar of the community, in not only Roanoke, but Huntington County. He volunteered with the Roanoke Volunteer Fire Department as a member and fire chief. He was also the Assistant Scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 131, member and President for the Roanoke Fall Festival Committee, member and President of the Roanoke Town Council, and most recently, Emergency Management Services where he served for 10 years. He also received the Roanoke Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award in 2010. He truly believed in leading by example and always tried to be a great source of stability and trust for those around him, and he very much was. He made a living to support his family by working at Mill Supplies in Fort Wayne, White Cap in Fort Wayne, and most recently, ran his own business, Tool Pro, from home, from which he retired. He is preceded in death by his wife, Corinne Tucker in December of 2022, his grandson Clayton Tucker, and his parents Stanton and Ethel Tucker. He left behind a family that will truly miss him and cherish his memory: his son, Matthew (Joy) Tucker of Tomball, TX, his daughter Sarah (Ryan) Smith of Roanoke, IN, his sister Sharon (Brian) Secor of Xenia, Ohio, his grandchildren; Dawson, Carter, Madie, Paxton, Grace, and Alex. A celebration of Life will be held on July 26th, 2025. Call time will be from 1-4 pm with a service to follow at 4:00 at Northwest Place 4524 W 800 N, Huntington, IN 46750. A meal will be immediately after the service; family asks that you bring a dish to share. Also, the family requests that everyone wear his favorite color blue to honor David in his courageous fight with colon cancer. Please sign the online guest book at www.baileylove.com. Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of David Stanton Tucker.

David Stanton Tucker

January 14, 1955 - May 4, 2025