Harland J. Tuckey

HARLAND J. TUCKEY 

Harland J. Tuckey, 84, of Cass City died Thursday, October 31, 2024 in Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care, Caro. He was born November 24, 1939 in Pontiac to Harold and Lanettia (Hendrick) Tuckey. He married Phylis Kay Lancaster on November 4, 1961 in Otsego. She died October 12, 2024.

Harland played several sports including football, basketball, and track while attending Cass City High School and was a member of Future Farmers of America. He graduated in 1960. Harland worked for General Motors until his retirement. He enjoyed working on his grandparent’s farm with his cousins. Harland met Phyliss while on a cruise during her high school senior trip. They enjoyed camping and managed Brower’s Campground in Stanwood for several years. Together, Phyllis and Harland visited every state, except for seven, on motorcycle rides. This year they were crowned king and queen of Heritage Hill’s Annual Fall Festival. He was fond of their feline companion, Dudley. Harland’s hobbies included hunting, fishing, and watching the game show channel on television. 

Harland is survived by his children: Kelly (Rod Doss) Howell, Rick Tuckey; granddaughter, Lindsey (Chris) Cahill; great grand-daughters: Audrey, Amelia; brother, Lewis (Alice) Tuckey; many special cousins and friends; and his cat, Dudley. He is preceded in death by his wife, parents, and grandparents. 

Memorial service held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 12, 2024 in Kranz Funeral Home with Brad Speirs of Novesta Church of Christ officiating. Interment will be in Ellington Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Heritage Hill Assisted Living or Americans Home Health & Hospice Care.

Visitation: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 12, 2024 in Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City

Arrangements by  Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City