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Bernadette Tucker Obituary

Tucker, Bernadette M. nee Dooley (Known to all as "Ber"). Loving wife of the late "Bud". Devoted mother of Fr. Patrick Tucker, Kathleen (Tony) Arvia, Edward (Audrey), Theresa (Terry) Nugent, Margaret (Loring) Johnson, Mary (Bill) Minnott, Kevin (Anne), Robert (Joyce), Denis (Cindy), Maureen (Frank) Asencio, Elizabeth, Agnes, Bernard (Eileen), and the late Charles. Proud grandma of 26 and great-grandmother of 19. Dear twin sister of Bernice (the late William) Healy, and sister of the late Ted (the late Ruth) Dooley, the late Kathryn (Midge) (the late Harold) Krueger, the late Leo (the late Delores) Dooley, Bernice (the late William) Healy, and the late Florence (the late Raphael) Howard. Fond sister-in-law of the late James (the late Leta), William (the late Grayce), Peggy (the late Richard) Wyatt, the late Michael (the late Eileen), the late Joseph (Maureen), and the late Richard (the late Alice). Visitation Sunday 2 to 8pm. Funeral Monday 10:30am from Curley Funeral Home 6116 W. 111th St. Chicago Ridge, IL. to Sacred Heart Church 8245 W. 111th St. Palos Hills. Mass 11:30am. Interment private. For info (708) 422-2700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 11, 2010.

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Eileen Doody(Quinn)

December 17, 2010

We are remembering you at this time of loss, and praying the reality of heaven's joys that Bernadette is now experiencing will bring comfort to your hearts.
Mass will be said for Ber at Resurrection Retirement Community Chapel at our mom's request.

December 17, 2010

To all Ber's loving family,
Our prayers are with all of you. Ber held a very special place in our hearts. Thank our Lord that she didn't suffer and that she is now safely in heaven. Please know that we are here for you in any way we might be of help.
Love and blessing to you all.
Rich & Judy Meyer

Jeanine Healy(Maloney)

December 15, 2010

To all our cousins and your families- I think we are still in a blur thinking about how this all had happened so fast! We are grateful that your mom didn't suffer and yet we are concerned for you guys too. So much to grasp in such a short time. Her services were so beautiful- ABSOLUTELY! I'm so glad Tom & I could be there. Your mom & dad would be so proud to see all their children supporting each other so much during this difficult time. Just like they taught you! My mom will surely miss you mom...she already is! They were so intertwined, being twins. I think that's why it's so hard for us too- your mom was like another mom to us. We will be keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers over these weeks and months to come! Love to everyone- Jeanine, Tom, Patrick and Kathryn Maloney Golden, Colorado

Joy Kipp

December 13, 2010

Dear Mary, Samantha, Ben and the entire Tucker Family, We were very sad to hear of your Grandma's passing and wish to extend our deepest sympathies to you. May all your cherished memories bring you comfort at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Uncle Charlie, Aunt Joy, Kelly, Charlie and Dave

Cindy Parrish

December 13, 2010

Dear Tucker Family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Over the years, Liz has shared stories of a wonderful, sweet Mom and a close loving Family. My deepest sympathy to all of you.

Lora Clement

December 13, 2010

To Liz and all the Tucker family,
I didn't really know Ber well, but having met her and many of her children, I can tell she was a wonderful person and mother. She will be greatly missed by her family and her community. God bless all of you.

December 13, 2010

Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your mom. I always enjoyed visiting the large Tucker household in the Roseland Fernwood Park area because, with all of those kids, there was always something lively and entertaining happening. She was a wonderful lady. With our sincere sympathy, The Kunis Family (Mag, Geri, Kate and Dan)

Kathy Quinn

December 12, 2010

May God and his angels wrap their wings around you. Your mom will be greatly missed by all who knew her. St. Helena of the Cross parishioners and all the neighbors alike.

Vincent walsh

December 12, 2010

We are sorry for your loss. Heaven is getting a true angel in Mrs Tucker .R.I.P

Margaret McGurk

December 12, 2010

My heart goes out to all of you. Ber was a joy to know. She was an important part of Mom's life, as she was to so many. I know your best memories will be your greatest comfort.

December 12, 2010

Dear Tucker Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Bernadette in the 70's at Highland and remember her as always being cheerful and meeting everyone with a smile. She and Marge were a great pair. They were not like the "Woman Who Lived In A Shoe", they were loving mothers who knew exactly what to do. I've thought of them often with fondness.

Bernadette was special to you, but she was special to her co-workers also. It was hard not to get along when Bernadette was in your presence. She was respected for your wisdom, kindness and the love she showed to one and all.

May God continue to bless each and every one of you as He has blessed you with a wonderful Mom.

Burma Sanders

Mary Dooley Milord

December 12, 2010

Dear Tucker Family,
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Ber was a beautiful soul that showed everyone the importance of children and family! Never shall any of the many nieces and nephews fondly forget the precious dollar every year in the birthday cards! The world will not be the same and may we all learn from her example of a real "Lady" who made time for everyone.
We will all miss Aunt Ber!
In our thoughts and prayers,
Mary and family

December 12, 2010

We will miss you Aunt Ber, your stylish clothing, your never ending lovely cards and the crisp one dollar bills. Thank you for all the memories. I will treasure them always. Love, Susie

December 12, 2010

Dear Tucker Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved mom. Every memory I have of her was welcoming, sweet, loving, and generous. Her greatest treasure was her family and friends. You remain in my heart and in my prayers.
Fondly,
Jane McDonald

terry riordan

December 12, 2010

Our prayers are with you. I have such wonderful childhood memories of Parnell street and they all include the Tucker Family!Even though your Mom had all those kids she always had time to help anyone who needed it!Beauitful Woman!!! Dennis and Terry Riordan

Bernadette & Marge

Pat Prendergast-Lytle

December 11, 2010

Hello beautiful Tucker Family. Your mom and my mom were great friends for all the years. A rare & enriching thing, their friendship. All of you Tucker Kids reflect both your parents, Bud & Bernadette: the energy, the love, the humor, the savvy, the sweetness. God bless One and All, Pat Prendergast Lytle

Mary Kay Valenti (McGarr)

December 11, 2010

People come into our lives for a reason, we know not why. Sometimes they stay for an hour, a day, or a year. Other times, if we are truly blessed, they stay for a lifetime. My family, the McGarr's, were among the blessed. My Parent's received a friendship that lasted a lifetime, my Mom received the "sister" she never had, and we children received the gift of love. God Bless the Tucker Family.

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