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Bob Tucker, a former head football coach at The College of Wooster, and a 1965 alumnus, died on March 5 near his home in Worthington, Ohio. He was 73.
Tucker was a four-year letterman on the gridiron from 1961-64, and returned to the College two decades later to serve as the head football coach. He inherited the team for the 1985 season, and directed the Scots to a three-win improvement in his first season at the helm at his alma mater. Tucker went on to serve as the head coach for 10 seasons, and is the fourth-longest tenured coach in program history.
While at the College, Tucker served as the throws coach for the track and field program in addition to his football duties.
Tucker came to the College from the Ohio State University, where he rose through the ranks to defensive coordinator. He later returned to serve as the Buckeyes' director of operations and was a part of the 2002 national championship team.
Tucker and his wife, Lynn '66, have three grown children: daughters Diana and Michelle, and a son, Scott.
Calling hours are Thursday, March 9, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Schoedinger Worthington Chapel. A service will take place Friday, March 10 at 11 a.m. at Worthington United Methodist Church.