Darlene Ann Tucker

With profound sorrow, we announce the peaceful passing of Darlene Ann Tucker on February 5, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, at the age of 91. Born on November 14, 1933, in Kansas City, Missouri, Darlene's life was a tapestry woven with threads of love, family, and kindness.

She leaves behind her devoted husband, Charles R. Tucker, with whom she shared an extraordinary 70 years of marriage, celebrating their milestone anniversary on March 1st. Their bond was a testament to unwavering love, companionship, and a lifetime of cherished memories. Darlene's legacy continues through her beloved children, Robert Tucker (Kim), Sharon Westphal (Jim), Michael Tucker, and Patricia Hollenkamp (Randy), and her treasured grandchildren, Brittany Gilmer, Cole Tucker, Ryan Westphal, Joey Westphal, Nicky Westphal, Garrett Tucker, Tucker Hollenkamp and Kendra Carnes. Additionally, she found immense joy in her great-grandchildren, Kaiden and Karsen Gilmer and Jackson and Kaleb Carnes. Darlene was predeceased by her loving parents, Luther and Clara Cutting, and her dear siblings, Luther, Jenny, and Phil Cutting.

Darlene’s heart was vast, matched only by her boundless love for her family. She lived each day with grace, generosity, and an unwavering dedication to those she cherished. As a devoted wife, mother, Nana, and friend, she was the bedrock of her family, always guiding with love, wisdom, and kindness. Her legacy endures not only in the lives she touched but in the countless cherished memories she created.

Though her departure leaves an irreplaceable void, her family takes solace in knowing she is now at peace, embraced by love, and reunited with those who preceded her. Her memory will forever be a beacon of strength and inspiration, and her love will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate to know her.

Let us honor Darlene’s remarkable life by embodying the kindness, love, and generosity that she so effortlessly bestowed upon the world.