The angel who became Doris C. Tucker, 95, was born Dec. 5, 1924, to the late Edlow and Lillie Charlotte. She entered into eternal rest and was given her wings to be with the Lord Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Lawrence B. Tucker Sr.; son, Harvey E. Tucker (Deborah); and brothers, Willie E. Charlotte Jr., Irving Charlotte and Carol Charlotte.
Her childhood was filled with fun and happy times with family and friends. She was the only girl of five children. Doris graduated from high school in Prince George. She began her career as a union representative at the Gloria Manufacturing Company before graduating Peninsula Business College and embarking on a career with the federal government at Fort Eustis Army Base, Newport News.
On May 26, 1944, Doris married the late Lawrence B. Tucker Sr. Shortly thereafter, they moved to 33rd Street in Newport News, where she raised two sons, Lawrence Jr. and Harvey Tucker; one niece, Lillie Mae James; and two nephews, Donald Lee Charlotte and Bernard Tucker.
Doris Tucker was an active member and steward of First Baptist Church of Newport News for many years, serving as the church secretary, usher and bible studies teacher. After her move to Maryland, she joined First Baptist Church of Laurel and continued her steward and membership. In 1952, Doris joined the Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star of Virginia, Golden Link, Chapter 89, Newport News, and was an active member for over 50 years.
Doris enjoyed sewing, crocheting and working crossword puzzles. She was a faithful and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, supportive sister, aunt, cousin and a dedicated friend to all who knew her. She was a strong, compassionate and wise woman who will truly be missed.
Doris leaves to celebrate her life, cherish her memory and expand her legacy her loving son, Lawrence B. Tucker Jr. (LaVerne); brother, Arnold Lee Charlotte; nieces, Lillie Mae James and Levonne Carter; nephew, Peter Charlotte (Judy); five grandchildren, Charlotte Wilson, Tara Evans, LaTasha Tucker Parker (James), Antoine Jones and Felicia Tucker; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and church-family members.
A viewing will be held from 3 to 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 14, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel. Private burial for Mrs. Tucker will be held in Hampton Memorial Gardens.
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