Monroe James Willie Tucker

James Willie Monroe Tucker James “Monroe” Tucker, 70, lifelong area resident, died Sunday in Bartlesville. James, affectionately known as Monroe, was born to Clarence “Frank” and Vera Crystal (Heath) Tucker on April 1, 1948, in Ochelata, OK. Monroe was raised in Ramona where he attended school and church. From a young age, he was a faithful church member, going every Sunday with his grandmother Nelly Tucker. While at church he gained a good understanding of the Bible that he was able to apply to every situation in his life. Monroe was drafted into the US Army during the Vietnam War and honorably served for three years. He met the love of his life Rosie through a mutual friend, then while home on leave, on Sept. 27, 1968, they were united in marriage. Monroe and Rosie were blessed with 49 years of loving marriage. Once Monroe was home from the service he and Rosie made their home in Bartlesville. He joined his father Frank and Uncle Bill working as a brick mason. He always enjoyed working hard with his hands. He even loved to mow his yard, and anyone else’s yard on the block. He enjoyed fishing, boxing, playing pool, and gardening. He was especially fond of growing his Cherokee Purple Tomatoes. Monroe was a perfectionist and believed in doing things right, and if they weren’t done right, to do them over. Monroe adored his grandchildren and loved spending time with them. He and Rosie had many friends and enjoyed many special memories with them. Monroe will be missed dearly by all who knew him. Monroe is survived by his loving wife of the home Rosie Tucker; one son Bruce Tucker of Bartlesville; two daughters Deann Riff of Bartlesville, Mickie Layton of Bartlesville; three brothers Frank Tucker of Bartlesville, Mike Tucker and Karen of Bartlesville, Martin Tucker and Christy of Skiatook; three sisters Gwen Tucker of Illinois, Lana Leach of Kansas, and Jeanna Swell of Tulsa; six grandchildren, Danielle Smith and Josh, Brody Tucker, Alex Tucker, Willie Pectol, Kyle Layton, Lauren Patton and Mike; nine great grandchildren; and many special family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents. Monroe’s family will receive friends at the Davis Family Funeral Home, 918-534-3030, 113 S. Osage (Hwy. 75), Dewey, OK, on Wed., June 13, from 6-8 p.m. Online condolences and remembrances may be shared at www.DavisFamilyFuneralHome.com.

Monroe James Willie Tucker

April 1, 1948 - June 10, 2018