Glen Tucker, of Russell Springs, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026. He was 78 years, 1 months, and 25 days of age.
Born on August 18, 1948, in Russell County, he was a son of the late Earl and Ada West Tucker. Glen was US Army veteran of the Vietnam War. After serving his tour of duty in the military, Glen went on to college, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He was a banker, car salesman, and salesman for Tarter Gate. In his later years, he enjoyed farming, but his true passion was serving God and helping others. He was an active member of Coffey’s Chapel Community Church.
Glen is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Judy Hart Tucker, of Rusell Springs; his daughter, Angela (and Mark) Robertson, of Russell Springs; his son, Robert (and Susan) Tucker, of Indianapolis, Indiana; his grandchildren, Blake (and Maleena) Robertson, of Columbia, Hannah M. (and Walker) Karnes, of Russell Springs, and Anna (and Isaiah) Tucker Ripkoski; his great-grandchild, Blakely Mae Karnes; his sisters, Exetta Wilson, of Jamestown, Joyce Wilson, of Russell Springs, and Mary (and Danny) Richardson, of Lexington; and a host of nieces, nephews, and many friends.
In addition to his parents, Glen was preceded in death by his brothers, Listen Tucker, Lester Tucker, Arvester Tucker, Sylvester Tucker, Chester Tucker, Leslie Tucker, and Elvis Tucker; and his sisters, Remona Whittle Popplewell, Golda Hinkle, and Clora Luttrell.
Funeral services are at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Bernard Funeral Home, with Brother Jeff Karnes officiating. Burial will follow in Hugh Frank Cemetery, with full military honors by the Russell County Honor Guard.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M. until the time of services on Thursday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be Ronnie Whittle, Neil Luttrell, Brad Ship, Marty Kazuk, Walker Karnes, and Mark Hinkle. Honorary pallbearers will be Ronnie Price and Mike Beckman.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Coffey’s Chapel Community Church Needs Account. Donations can be left at the funeral home.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.