Delpha Tucker obituary: Delpha Tucker's Obituary, Topeka

In Memory Of
Delpha Fay Tucker
1928 - 2023

Obituary photo of Delpha Tucker, Topeka-KS
Obituary photo of Delpha Tucker, Topeka-KS

In Memory Of
Delpha Fay Tucker
1928 - 2023

Delpha Tucker, 94, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023 with her husband by her side.

She was born December 28, 1928, in Lyndon, Kansas, the daughter of Clarence and Minnie (Parsons) Adolph. She grew up and graduated in Scranton, Kansas.

Delpha was employed by Santa Fe and Capper Publications for 6 years, before leaving to raise her family.
Delpha married Donald G. Tucker on December 7, 1946 in Topeka, KS.

She was preceded in death by her father; Clarence L. Adolph, mother; Minnie J. Adolph, brother; Clarence L. Adolph Jr.

Survivors include her husband; Donald G. Tucker, son; Alan Tucker, daughter; Brenda (Richard) Thompson, grandsons; Jacob and Jason Thompson.

Delpha enjoyed woodworking, and to make quilts. She was costume coordinator for Ballet Midwest.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday May 17, 2023, at Penwell Gabel Chapel, with interment to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, in Topeka. Visitation will begin an hour prior to service time.

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Delpha Tucker, 94, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023 with her husband by her side.

She was born December 28, 1928, in Lyndon, Kansas, the daughter of Clarence and Minnie (Parsons) Adolph. She grew up and graduated in Scranton, Kansas.

Delpha was employed by Santa Fe and Capper Publications for 6 years, before leaving to raise her family.
Delpha married Donald G. Tucker on December 7, 1946 in Topeka, KS.

She was preceded in death by her father; Clarence L. Adolph, mother; Minnie J. Adolph, brother; Clarence L. Adolph Jr.

Survivors include her husband; Donald G. Tucker, son; Alan Tucker, daughter; Brenda (Richard) Thompson, grandsons; Jacob and Jason Thompson.

Delpha enjoyed woodworking, and to make quilts. She was costume coordinator for Ballet Midwest.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday May 17, 2023, at Penwell Gabel Chapel, with interment to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, in Topeka. Visitation will begin an hour prior to service time.

To leave a message for the family online, please click the "Share Memories" button above.

Services & Gatherings

Visitation

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Penwell-Gabel - Mid-Town Chapel
1321 SW 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS 66604
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Service

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 2:00pm
Penwell-Gabel - Mid-Town Chapel
1321 SW 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS 66604
Directions & Map

Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home (785-354-8558) is assisting the family

Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home (785-354-8558) is assisting the family

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