Orene G. Tucker, 90, of Columbia, KY passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at her home. She was born in Jamestown, KY on July 10, 1935, a daughter of the late Edith Pearl (McFall) and Julian R. McWhorter.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Teresa Carroll (Jerry) of Columbia, KY
1 son: Jamie Tucker (Mindy) of Louisville, KY
3 grandchildren: Benjamin Harrison(Manuela), Joshua Tucker(Bryanna), and Abigail Castor(Josh)

7 great-grandchildren: Zelda, Tetra, Dune, Isaiah, Elijah, Judah and Selah
 

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by three sisters: Barbara Jean Halsell, Lucy Helm and Margaret McGaha; and two brothers: Glenn McWhorter and J.R. McWhorter.

A private graveside service was held on Saturday, June 20, 2026 with burial in the Bethel Cemetery in Jamestown, KY.

H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY is in charge of the arrangements.