To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under the Heaven - Ecclesiastes 3:1

 Bethornia Tracy Tucker, a beloved husband, brother, and devoted friend, passed away peacefully at home September 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of his wife. Born on August 23, 1951, in Summerville, South Carolina, Tracy spent his life enriching the lives of those around him with his gentle spirit and unwavering devotion to his family and com munity. 

The son of the late William and Madeline Tucker, Tracy grew up in a household filled with warmth and love. His sister Sharon Williams, who predeceased him, shared many cherished memories with him, contributing to the strong family bonds that he carried forward throughout his life. 

He joined First Missionary Baptist church as a young boy. When he returned home, he rejoined the church and served on the Gospel Choir. Tracy attended Alston Middle School and graduated in 1969.

 He went to college (Claflin) and graduated with a BA in Biology in 1974. He left home to better himself and worked in New York until he decided to re turn home with his family in 1987. Tracy was blessed with a marriage that spanned 44 wonderful years with his devoted wife, Myra Etheridge Tucker. Their partnership was a testament to enduring love and commitment, providing a strong foundation for their family and a beacon of inspiration to all who knew them.

 An avid deer hunter and a passionate fisherman, Tracy found joy and solace in nature. His love for the great outdoors was matched only by his love for his family. 

He leaves to mourn, his wife (Myra Etheridge Tucker) of the home. Two daughters, Latasha Chamber of San Diego, CA and Lateasha Mills of Greer, SC; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren, a host of nieces, great nieces, nephews, great nephews, great-great nephews, cousins and good friends. 

Two sisters-in law Antoinette Seymore (Barry) of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and Linda Etheridge of Atlanta, Georgia, two brothers-in-law; Penarvis William of Atlanta, Georgia and Elder Winfred Basnight, Jr (Debbie) of Moyock, North Carolina, and a devoted mother-in-law, Evelyn Etheridge of Summerville South Carolina. 

Tracy..................... legacy of love, kindness, and strength will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him. He will be dearly missed, but his memory will forever be cherished.