Stephen Wallace Tucker, 36, entered into peace on January 9, 2017. Stephen was born on June 8, 1980 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Howard and Joy Tucker. He was a graduate of Bryant High School.
Stephen was a gifted guitarist, songwriter and IT programmer and software developer. His gifts touched many lives and his talent was nothing short of amazing.
Stephen was preceded in death by paternal grandparents Wallace and Jettie Mae Tucker, and maternal grandparents Dolores Smith and John Hunziker.
Stephen is survived by his parents, Howard and Joy Tucker of Bryant; sister and brother in law, Emily Ferrand and Christopher Ferrand of Bartlett, TN.; nieces Kynley Joy Ferrand and Nora Kate Ferrand; aunts, Cherry Whittington and husband Loyd, Sarah Katherine Miller, and Judy Lepper and husband George; girlfriend Failla Grimes; beloved dog, Clara Belle; and a host of family members and friends who loved him and poured into his life. Stephen had a special bond with his Aunt Kathy who was always there for him and loved him through it all. His aunt Cherry was his biggest encourager. Sean Michel was his closest friend but also, was like a brother to Stephen.
The family wishes to thank Chad Denmon, who poured his love and the love of Christ to our Stephen. We also want to thank everyone who has helped our son and loved him through his many struggles. If you are reading this and struggle with depression, suicidal thoughts or addiction, please seek help. There is much help available for you and people ready and willing to help you. Just reach out for that help, please.
Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 AM, Friday, January 13, 2017, at First Southern Baptist Church in Bryant, Arkansas. Funeral service, officiated by Bro. Chad Denmon and Bro. Jay Newman, will follow at 11:00 A.M. with music performed by Sean Michel. Live Stream feed of service can be watched at http://fsbcbryant.org/watch. Burial at Pickett Cemetery in Calhoun County at 3:00 PM. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
Visitation
JAN
13.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CST)
First Southern Baptist Church
604 S. Reynolds Rd.
Bryant, AR, 72022
Funeral Service
JAN
13.
11:00 AM (CST)
First Southern Baptist Church
604 S. Reynolds Rd.
Bryant, AR, 72022
Burial
JAN
13.
3:00 PM (CST)
Pickett Cemetery
Calhoun County
Hampton, AR