James "Jim" L Tucker
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James "Jim" L. Tucker
James "Jim" L. Tucker, age 79, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022 in El Paso, TX. He was born on February 24, 1943 in Okmulgee, OK to Leo and Charlene (Brown) Tucker. Jim married Mattie Kirby on October 31, 1970 in Tijuana, MX and they shared 46 wonderful years together until her passing in 2016.
Jim was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jal. He worked with law enforcement for 38 years, was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and a lifetime member of the American Legion. Jim was also a volunteer fireman. Jim loved to hunt and fish, read, play pool, and spend time with his family. He will be dearly missed.
Jim is survived by his son: James Tucker Jr. of Hobbs, NM; daughter: Michelle Constancio of Hobbs, NM; grandchildren: Avina, Asia, Steven, Michael, Ricky, Natasha, and Ashley; and numerous great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife: Mattie Tucker; parents: Leo and Charlene Tucker; brother: Jerry Tucker; and step-son: Charles Harmon.
A memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church at 10 am MST on Saturday, January 14, 2023 in Jal, NM, officiated by Jodie O'Briant. Urn burial will follow at Jal Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to Family Services Funeral Parlor and condolences may be sent to the family online at www.fs-fp.com.