Vernice "Cissy" Tucker

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Vernice "Cissy" Tucker, age 69. Vernice passed away peacefully at home in Twin Falls, Idaho, surrounded by family on April 22, 2025.

Born on March 1, 1956, in Prineville, Oregon, Vernice was well known for her love of family and friends, her willingness to help those in need, and her creative abilities.

She was a devoted wife to William Tucker and a loving mother to Lora, Greg, Joyce, Billy, Jeremy, Ryan, and Tia, along with many unrelated children that called her mom.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Bun and Elsie; brothers Richard Brannan and Brian Yager; and sister Anna Yager-Brannan.

She is survived by her husband, William Tucker; brother Rocky Brannan; sister Sandra Yager; children Lora Rodriguez, Greg Taylor, Joyce Valdez, Billy Lane II, Jeremy Carter, Ryan Yager and Tia Hennington Yager; 30+ grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

At Vernice’s request there will not be funeral services. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.