Martha Shackleford Tucker

Martha passed away on November 12, 2025, at the age of 66, after a three year fight against cancer.  

Martha was preceded in death by her parents, Charlyne Boone Shackleford, George Nabors Shackleford, sister Jan Ritchie, sister Susan Shackleford, brother George Shackleford, and brother Charles Shackleford.  Martha will be greatly missed by daughter Lauren Tucker, son Drew Tucker, son Mason Tucker, and good friend Mark Tucker.  

Martha was a stay at home mother until her children entered elementary school.  She then became a successful sales representative in the oil field service industry.  Later she dedicated her time caring for her father.  When her sister became ill with caner, she became her caretaker also.  Martha enjoyed cooking and baking for her family and friends.  She also excelled coordinating, decorating, and hosting parties and reunions.  From Cookie Monster to baking cookies, Martha's creativity and enthusiasm was evident in everything she did.

A Celebration of Life will be held for family and friends on December 13, 2025.