Mr. Tony Gene Tucker, 52, of Statesboro Ga., went home to be with Jesus on Thursday, April 25, 2019.

Tony was a kind, gentle person who loved everyone. He set an example of compassion and selflessness throughout his life. His easy smile made others around him smile and at ease. Our family chain remains together through his loving memory and gift of love.

He is preceded in death by his father Bennie "Bobby" Tucker of Collins, Georgia, and his mother Mary Ethel Hand Tucker, of Metter, Georgia.

He is survived by four sisters, Maggie "Susie" (James) Brinson and Jean (Keith) Smith of Metter, Georgia, Barbara (Steve) Wood of Guyton, Georgia and Vickie Tucker of Statesboro, Georgia. He also leaves behind his best friend and fiance Rose Milton, of Statesboro, Georgia, and his cousin Ira Tucker and aunt Gearldine Tucker of Statesboro. Also survived by several nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be held Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 1 pm until 3 pm at Faith Ministries Freewill Baptist Church. A Memorial service will follow at 3 pm. Rev. Johnny Beasley officiating. A graveside burial will take place at a later date.

Wood Funeral Home is in charge of Arrangements