Visitation:  Friday, May 22, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmThe Inspired Church5430 Miller Ave.Ft. Worth, TX 76119Service:Saturday, May, 23, 2026 11:00 amNew Breed Christian Center4500 S. Riverside Dr.Ft. Wort

Visitation:  Friday, May 22, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmThe Inspired Church5430 Miller Ave.Ft. Worth, TX 76119Service:Saturday, May, 23, 2026 11:00 amNew Breed Christian Center4500 S. Riverside Dr.Ft. Worth, TX 76119                                                                Deacon James ‘Pop’ Tucker ObituaryDeacon James “Pop” Tucker was the epitome of love, honor, and respect. He lived a prestigious, dignified, and faithful life dedicated to God, his wife, his family, and his community.J.C. Tucker was born on April 24, 1940, to the late George and Jerline “BaeBae” Tucker in Fort Worth. He was educated in Fort Worth I.S.D. and later graduated from Fremont High School in Los Angeles in 1958.On December 9, 1965, Deacon Tucker married the love of his life, Evelyn Tucker (Baxter), in Olympia, WA. To this union, they welcomed their miracle child, Anthony G. Tucker, Sr.In 1958, Deacon “Pop” Tucker proudly enlisted in the United States Army. During his eight-year tenure, he served in various honorable positions, including Military Policeman and Infantry Airborne Trainer. He also had the privilege of fighting for our country in the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged from the military in 1966 with the rank of Staff Sergeant E-6.After departing from the military, he returned home to Fort Worth, where he laid strong roots for his family and community. He proudly served at Bell Helicopter in many capacities over the course of 38 years. While faithfully working and supporting his family, he also attended Tarrant County Junior College. He later retired from Bell Helicopter as a Security Guard after years of dedicated and diligent service. He was truly the epitome of a hardworking man who sacrificed selflessly for those he loved.Even after retirement, Pop remained a jack of all trades, using his many skills and talents to work, volunteer, and serve others. He enjoyed drawing, cooking and barbecuing, working puzzles, building and crafting projects such as antique model cars, and spending quality time with family and friends. Pop was one of the warmest, kindest, and most welcoming individuals anyone could ever meet.Deacon Tucker became an ordained deacon at Crawford Street Baptist Church in Fort Worth under the late Reverend Dancer. He later joined Gospel Temple C.H.S.C. under the late E.L. McBride. As he continued in his spiritual journey, he later joined and helped plant Mt. Zion C.H.S.C. under the late Pastor Charles Jimerson. There, he faithfully served as a Deacon, Sunday School teacher, and church board member for 28 years under the leadership of the late Pastor Corine Jimerson and Bishop Robert Crochet, Sr.In 2010, he joined and faithfully supported his son, Pastor Anthony G. Tucker, Sr., at The Inspired Church, where he served diligently as a Deacon and Board Member until his final days. He was deeply loved and respected by so many. His servant’s heart, his humility, and the honor and grace he carried with every step he took and every word he spoke will live on through his legacy for generations to come.Deacon “Pop” Tucker was preceded in death by his parents, George and Jerline “BaeBae” Tucker; his sisters, Dorothy “Dot” McIlveen and Waldean “Maurice” Peoples; and his brother, Paul Green.Deacon “Pop” Tucker loved his family with his entire being. He leaves to cherish his precious memories: his wife, Evelyn Tucker; his only child, Pastor Anthony (Angela) Tucker; two grandchildren, Anthony (Holli) Tucker, II, Jasmine (J’Vaughn) Flippin; his great-grandchildren: Aston, Ryley, Eden, Anaya, Anthony (Bubba) III; his siblings: Darryl Tucker, Cedric Tucker, Marcus (Desiree) Tucker, Sharon Tucker; his special friends, Pastor and Sister Longmiles; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, church family, and friends