Tucker Dillard

Tucker Ryan Dillard - March 7th, 1992 - April 24th, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Tucker Ryan Dillard, who left us far too soon on April 24th, 2025, at the age of 33. He passed away suddenly at home, leaving behind a heartbroken family and beloved friends.

Tucker was a beloved son, father, and brother, known for his warm smile, generous spirit, and tremendous sense of humor. Tucker loved BIG and with his entire heart. His family and friends were his greatest treasure, and his son Maddox was the light of his life. He was an avid Tennessee fan and truly embodied what it means to be a Vol For Life. When he was not supporting the Vols, he spent his time duck hunting with his buddies. Some of his best memories were spent camping at Harrison Bay with his family and friends. He touched many lives, and his absence will be deeply felt by all who knew him.

Tucker is survived by his son, Maddox Smith Dillard, "his saving grace"; his father, Rodney Dillard; mother, Kim Dillard; sisters Kaitlin Burrell (Cody Burrell) and Olivia Lee (Briar Lee); cherished Godparents, Ronnie and Donna Neves; paternal grandparents, Ed and Nancy Long; beloved uncles: Anthony Tucker, Randy Dillard (Riza Dillard), Robbie Dillard (Mindy Dillard); cousins and lifelong best friends: Briley and Bella Tucker, Justin and Robbin Dillard, Krista Dillard, Ariel Bellamy, Randi Michelle Rearden, special cousin and dear friend, Dale Coleman (Sabrina Coleman); beloved chosen sister, Courtney Foster; many cherished family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Richard Dillard; maternal grandfather, Gene Tucker; maternal grandmother, Faye Tucker; uncle, Don Bivens; aunt, Nene Bivens; uncle; Rick Dillard; cousin, David Dillard.

The family wishes to recognize Chase Wyatt, Billy McClanahan, Lance Mitchell, Cameron Davis, Brett Hooker, Cody Price, Mickey Jones, Luke Stratton, and Titus Swafford as honorary pallbearers, in loving memory of Tucker's life and legacy.

A Celebration of Tucker's life will be held on Friday May 2, 2025 at 6pm in the Ridge Chapel of Companion Funeral & Cremation Service located at 2412 Georgetown Road NW, Cleveland, TN 37311. Tucker's family will receive friends from 3pm until 6pm at the funeral home prior to the service. The family encourages that guests wear orange in honor of Tucker's love for Tennessee.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you bring an item or special memory that can be passed along to Tucker's son Maddox so that he can keep his Daddy close to his heart.

Though his life was cut short, the impact Tucker made will live on in the hearts of those who loved him forever.

"Enjoy prosperity while you can, but when hard times strike, realize that they both come from God. Remember that nothing is certain in this life." Ecclesiastes 7:14

You are invited to share a personal memory of Tucker or your condolences with his family at his online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral & Cremation Service and the Cody family are honored to assist the Dillard family with these arrangements.