Herta Tucker (Tauss), 86, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Monday, January 10th.  She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Forrest Tucker.

Herta arrived in America via Ellis Island on February 14, 1954. Herta was a beautiful woman who exuded class, quiet intelligence and always viewed life in a positive way despite being a Yugoslavian concentration camp survivor and battling lupus.  Herta mastered English as a second language and always loved words and their origins. She also loved opera, ballet, classical music, British comedies on PBS and Earl Grey tea with Grand Mariner.  In addition, she enjoyed fashion as reflected in her impeccable dress and endless array of shoes. Herta had an accomplished career in the Association field and was recognized with many awards.

Survivors include her only daughter, Heidi Stone (Charles) of Ft. Myers Florida; granddaughters Katy Stone of Chicago, IL and Jenny Schardt (David) of Henrico, VA; and three great grandchildren Jack, Charlie & Lizzy Schardt.

The family will hold a private celebration of Herta's life. Donations may be made in her honor to Hope Hospice House of Ft. Myers, 9470 Healthpark Circle, Ft. Myers, FL 33908 donate.hopehcs.org