Julie Gale Tucker, 66, was a fighter till the very end. She faced struggles in health that some can’t imagine, but she fought with a personal strength physically and mentally that was only known to people that witnessed it, and she left this earth on August 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, strength, and unforgettable memories.
Julie, known to some as “Hon”, was a devoted wife and best friend of 41 years, to the love of her life, James Tucker. Together they built a life centered on love, laughter, and family.
She was a proud and loving mother to “Her Girls,” Allison (Clint) Franklin of Southside and Emily (Audrey) Rogers of Albertville. Her greatest joy was being “Nana, Banana” to her grandchildren, Kurt (Kaitlyn) Franklin, Kenadie (Wyatt) Copeland, and Leora Summerhill. She was also blessed with her great-granddaughter, Coveliegh, and eagerly awaited the arrival of a great-grandson, Baby Franklin, who will forever carry a piece of her love.
Julie is also survived by her big brother, Dewayne Oden of Sardis; her sister, Barbara (Ronnie) Hall of Land O’ Lakes, Florida; many beloved nieces and nephews, and her fur baby/shadow Pepper.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Jesse Gewalt; her father, Charles Creel; her brother, Dennis Creel; her precious great-granddaughter, Goldie-Kate; and her mother-in-law, Betty Tucker.
Julie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a true free spirit—a wildflower who lived life on her own terms. Through every challenge she faced, she carried herself with remarkable strength and an attitude of, “It happens,” choosing to keep moving forward with a personal strength and laughter that those close to her could only understand. Her love for her family was unwavering, and the memories she created will be treasured forever.
Per Julie’s wishes she is to be cremated and the family will hold a private service at a later date.
The family would like to give a special thanks to those who cared for her and fought for her in her last days. Thank you to the staff at Riverview Regional, the couple who saw our sorrow and stopped and prayed and Morgan with Gentiva. Any donations should be sent in her honor to American Cancer Society and /or American Heart Association.
Though she has left this earthly home, Julie’s love, laughter, and beautiful spirit will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
