PatriciaTUCKERIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pat Tucker, beloved widow of husband John, who left us on March 30th, 2026, at the age of 87.
Pat was born on July 28th, 1938, near Bradford. She grew up in a close-knit community, first working in mills in the area alongside family and friends. She moved south with her parents Mr and Mrs Drake to settle in Paignton meeting John in Dartmouth. Some may recall Pat working at the The Linny at Coffinswell for some years where they had their first married home, she then joined Marks and Spencer until retirement. They moved to Newton Abbot to buy their first house together in 1973 where they stayed until her recent death surrounded by good neighbours and the kind support of care workers.
Pat's warm smile, generous spirit, and unwavering dedication to family and friends will be forever cherished. Pat and John were both keen ballroom dancers and lovers of music and nature as long as health allowed. She is survived by her brother David; Nieces Marilyn and Vanessa and countless friends and colleagues whose lives they touched. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
A memorial service will be held on May 8th, 2026, at The Avenue Church, Newton Abbot, at 1.30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Dogs Trust.
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