Carolyn Joyce Tucker Green

Carolyn Joyce Tucker Green, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home in Roswell, New Mexico, surrounded by her loving family, after a brief illness. Born on April 21, 1940, in Eastland, Texas, Carolyn lived a life full of grace, dedication, and unwavering love for those around her. Carolyn was the cherished daughter of Sterlin and Cloia Tucker of Rising Star, Texas, and she carried their lessons of kindness and resilience throughout her life. She grew up alongside her siblings in a close-knit family and attended Rising Star School through the 11th grade, later completing her GED in Odessa, Texas. Carolyn was a hard worker, dedicating many years to Furr's Supermarket and continuing her career at JCP until her retirement in 2012. Carolyn's life was deeply enriched by her family. She shared a loving marriage with her devoted husband, Clifford Green of Bangs, Texas. Together, they created a beautiful family, raising four children: Larry Rocky Ray and his wife Patty, Gloria Ray Kirk, Rebecca Ray Melton and her husband Allen, and Luke Ray. Carolyn’s legacy of love extends to her 13 grandchildren, including Lacy Ray Brown, Dr. Hunter Ray, Dustin Ray, Christopher Ray, Seth Kirk, Michael Kirk, Amanda Kirk Webster, Allen D Melton, Luke A Ray, Ali Ray, and Joseph Ray, as well as 29 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Royce Tucker and his wife Ann, her sister Delois Tucker Duke and her husband Wesley, her brother Wade Earl Tucker, and her grandson Josh Kirk, along with her grandparents and numerous aunts and uncles. Carolyn is survived by her brothers Dickie Tucker and his wife Faye, and Bernie Tucker and his wife Norma. Carolyn will be remembered for her warm spirit, her unwavering faith, and the joy she found in her family. She cherished every moment with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, delighting in their milestones and accomplishments. A service celebrating Carolyn's life will be held on November 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church in Cross Plains, Texas, located at 301 North Main. Her family invites those who knew her to honor her memory and the profound impact she had on their lives. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests donations be made to a charity of your choice in Carolyn's memory. Her legacy of love and kindness will forever remain in the hearts of those she touched.