William "Bill" Tucker

William “Bill” Tucker, 77, of LaFayette, GA, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024.

Bill was a 1965 graduate of LaFayette High School.  He was a retired Master Sergeant of 35 years with the United States Air Force serving in both Vietnam and Dessert Storm.  Bill worked with the United States Postal Service for many years, too.

He was a member of the VVA 203 and the American Legion post 95.  Bill was the prior owner of the Coral Reef Bar and Grill in Chattanooga, TN.    Bill was a “Parrot Head” and loved Jimmy Buffet and his music. He also enjoyed jazz music, as well. Bill loved quotes from his favorite musician and this was one of many, “If we couldn’t laugh, we would all go insane.”

Preceded in death by his parents, William L. and Reeda Tucker; a brother- in-law, Charles Hughes, and niece, Rachel Bradley.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Janelle Tucker Green; his significant other, Theresa “Precious” Kitchens; brother, Terry (Virginia) Tucker; sister, Marlene Tucker Hughes; 2 grandchildren, Christian Rex Green, and River William Green; several nieces, nephews and other extended family members.

Condolences may be shared with the Tucker family and live streaming of service may be viewed at www.lane-southcrestchapel.com

A chapel service will be held at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 with Chaplain George Woodruff officiating. Interment will follow at Chattanooga National Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, from 10:00 – 12:00 noon.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

And as a last thought, “If there is a Heaven for me, I’m sure it has a beach attached. ~Jimmy Buffett

All arrangements have been made by Lane Funeral Home and Crematory South Crest Chapel in Rossville, GA.