William A.

Tucker, Sr.

William A. Tucker, Sr., 75, of Springfield, Illinois, passed away on November 6, 2026, at ARC at Sangamon Valley in Springfield, Illinois. He was born September 13, 1951, in Jacksonville, Illinois, to Rose Gimbel Tucker and George Tucker.

William was a devoted husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, and friend. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kathryn “Kate” I. Tucker, whom he married on June 26, 1996, and who passed away on December 3, 2024; his son, William A. Tucker, Jr.; and his parents, Rose and George Tucker.

He is survived by his sons, Benjamin P. (Courtney) Tucker of Enid, Oklahoma, and Aaron Michael “Mick” Tucker of Colorado Springs, Colorado; and his stepchildren, Lisa (Kenneth) Morrow of Springfield, Illinois, Jennifer (Alexis) Elkins of Whitestown, Indiana, and David Michael “Mike” Walter of Waterloo, Illinois.

He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Thalia Tucker and Aidin (Deedra) Tucker; his step-grandchildren, Joshua (Abby) Morrow, Amanda (Jake) Erickson, Devon Walter, and Kailey Walter; and several great-grandchildren.

William retired from St. John’s Hospital in Springfield after 34 years of dedicated service. He began his career as a cook in the Food and Nutrition Department before becoming a driver for Home Infusion.

Outside of work, William was a gun enthusiast who enjoyed photography and had a particular fondness for watching old movies, especially Westerns. These hobbies and simple pleasures were among the things that made him who he was.

William will be remembered by his family and those who knew him, and his memory will live on through the many lives he touched.

In keeping with the family's wishes, no services will be held.