Obituary of Manuel Stevens Tuck

Manuel Stevens Tuck, of Huddleston, left his Earthly home on Monday, January 6th, 2020 with his loving wife and best friend of 65 years by his side. He was also surrounded by the presence of his family. Manuel was a life long lineman and member of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, and was extremely proud to end his career with Davis H Elliot, as a superintendent there. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Betty (Judy) Mitchell Tuck; daughters, Kathy (Danny) Cocke, Teresa (Trey) Montgomery, Betty Sue (Todd) Nance; and his son Billy Joe (Susan) Tuck. He also leaves behind 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and his devoted dog, Phoebe, all whom he loved so much. He has been reunited in Heaven with his parents, Robert and Clara Tuck; brothers, Woodson & Corbin Tuck; and his son-in-law, Danny Cocke. The family would like the extend a special thank you to Manuel’s “girl”, Stella Blanks and his granddaughter, Tia Nichols, for their loving care during this last year; and also to his CNA “Sissy” and his RN Alley Cowardir of Centra Bedford Hospice, for their assistance and dedication during this difficult time. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Updike Funeral Home, Huddleston at 11:00 AM and a funeral service will follow at 1:00 PM in the Chapel, with the Rev. Jane Whitehead and Rev. Wayne Murphy officiating. Interment will follow in Leftwich Cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please consider Bedford Centra Hospice, 1621 Whitefield Dr., # C. Bedford, VA 24523. Arrangements are being handled by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Huddleston.