Velda Margaret Williams Tacker, 82, of De Valls Bluff, was born November 12, 1940 to Bessie Marie Brooks Williams and Clarence Williams and passed away at her home on February 25, 2023. She married Troy Lynn Tacker on January 25, 1957. She is survived by her husband of sixty-six years and her daughter, Judith Tacker Hampton of Brinkley, Arkansas; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and her daughter-in-law, Betty Slocan Tacker (David) of DeValls Bluff. Velda was preceded in death by her parents; her son, David Tacker; two sisters, Barbara Williams Buck (James Calvin, Jr.) and Nancy Williams Mason (Verlin) and her brother, Mack Williams (Joyce Hall). Velda was the favorite aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Velda retired from Remington Arms in Lonoke, Arkansas in 2003 after, 23 years of employment.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at the Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church in De Valls Bluff. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M., at the church prior to the service. Interment will be in the Oakland Cemetery in DeValls Bluff.
Judith, prayer for peace and comfort in your loss of your Mom. We love you.
Prayers for all during this sad time. A sweet lady ❤️
I’m so sad to hear this. Mrs. Velda, was one of my favorite customer. Always asked about my girls! Sending my prayers.
Hugs and prayers for the Tacker family. Ms Velda was a wonderful friend. Doris and Jackie