Kathy Elaine Tucker, 70, Mentone, passed away with her family at her side at 2:30 p.m. Friday, March 18, 2022, at her residence.

Kathy Elaine Tucker

Kathy was born on April 21, 1951, in Rochester to the late Merl E. “Popeye” and Lucille F. (Stamper) Harrold. On Sept. 20, 1969, in the Akron Church of God, she married Steve Tucker. He survives.

She was a 1969 graduate of Akron High School. Kathy worked for the Tippecanoe Valley School Corp. in Akron, Burket, and Mentone Elementary School for 25 years as a paraprofessional. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family, especially her grandson.

She is survived by her husband, Steve Tucker, Mentone; sons Todd Tucker, Mentone, and Ryan Tucker, Warsaw; daughter Kara Tucker, Madison; and grandson Maclain Tucker.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Michael Harrold.

A graveside service will take place at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, in the Harrison Center Cemetery (Wooden), Etna Green, with Speaker Michael Walters officiating.

Visitation hours will be from 4-7 p.m. Monday, March 21, at King Memorial Home, 101 N. Tucker St., Mentone.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Goshen Center for Cancer Care, 200 High Park Ave., Goshen, IN 46526. Family and friends may share a memory or send an online condolence at www.hartzlerfuneralservices.com.