James Ellis Rucker

James Ellis Rucker, 68, of Dallas, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023. He was born December 23, 1954, in Parker County to George Perry Rucker, Jr. and Helen Shelton Rucker.

James graduated from Weatherford High School, in 1973, where he lettered in three sports: baseball, football, and basketball. James received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, gun enthusiast, and enjoyed riding motorcycles.

James proudly served in the United States Navy and retired after 24 years of faithful service. He also worked for the Department of Treasury as an IRS Officer, as well as the Executive Vice President of the National Treasury Employee Union. In 2018, James joined St. Luke Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas, and sang with the Male Chorus. In that same year, he became a Financial Trustee. James also served as the church’s motorcycle Security Guard during church sponsored community events. He was dedicated to his church and served until his health prevented him from doing so.

James was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Melvin Rucker.

James is survived by his daughter, MaryKathy Graham; grandson, Steven Graham; brothers, Calvin, Ronnie and Don; as well as a multitude of extended family.

Psalm 23

King James Version

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

A funeral ceremony will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 6, 2023, at the Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel, 913 North Elm Street, Weatherford, Texas 76086. Interment will follow at 2:30 p.m., at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, Texas 75211.

A time of visitation is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 5, 2023, at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel, in Weatherford, Texas.