Dana D. Tucker
April 26, 1964 ~ July 11, 2019
DANA D. TUCKER
1964 – 2019
Dana D. Tucker passed away on July 11th following a courageous, 2-year battle with cancer. She was born in Newton, NJ to David and Daryl Holley on April 26, 1964. At three, her parents returned to her father’s hometown, Pottsville, PA where Dana grew up. In 1982, her senior year at Pottsville Area High School, she was recruited by the FBI to work as a stenographer at their headquarters in Washington, DC. Two weeks after her high school graduation she found herself working in the Organized Crime (OC) Section of the FBI’s Criminal Investigative Division (CID). At that time, the OC Section was one of the most dynamic components at FBI headquarters handling the FBI’s recently established international counter narcotics jurisdiction. Recognizing her work ethic, attention to detail and keen intellect, her supervisors sent her to train as an analyst. Ultimately, she became the lead analyst for the FBI’s Organized Crime Information Systems Program.
In 1983, her future husband, Bill Tucker, was reassigned from the local DC office to the Bureau’s Legal Counsel Division. The majority of the legal work with which he was tasked involved supporting CID, and specifically, the OC Section. He had almost daily contact with the agents in that section, but never failed to notice the beautiful young woman who would be his wife. At a St. Patrick’s Day party in 1984 Bill asked Dana out to dinner, and that was the start of a 35-year romance.
Dana and Bill were married on July 1,1989 spending their honeymoon in Virgin Gorda, BVI. In November of 1992, Bill was transferred to the Houston, TX office and Dana resigned and accompanied him on his new assignment. They purchased their first home in The Woodlands, TX, and Dana turned it into a welcoming place for family, friends and neighbors. She loved Texas; its people and its distinct culture. Sadly, their sojourn in the Lone Star state was cut short when Bill was promoted and reassigned back at headquarters in DC. They settled in Potomac Falls, VA where Dana again set out to create a home where all were welcome.
But in 1996 tragedy struck. Dana’s closest relative and dearest friend, her brother, United States Marine Corps Pilot, Captain David J. Holley, Jr. went missing during a training flight over the Atlantic Ocean. Capt. Holley and his weapons officer, Capt. Anthony Y. Slick took off from their base in Beaufort, SC on March 7th and never returned. The remains of Capt. Holley and Capt. Slick were never recovered and, despite an exhaustive search, there was no trace of their F-18 Hornet.
In 1997, Dana began pursuing a degree in psychology, graduating with honors, from George Mason University in 2002. An outstanding cook she was a great friend to her family, neighbors and former FBI colleagues. Dana and Bill loved to travel. They visited Ireland, Britain, France, Italy, The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic and a number of spots in the Caribbean. The highlight of each year was their September vacation in Duck, NC.
In addition to her parents, Dana is survived by her sisters Donna Mates, and Dee Parrish and her brother Douglas Holley and sister-in-law, Nadine Holley. She also leaves behind her beloved nieces, nephews and step grandchildren. Dana was a true animal lover. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor her memory can do so by making a donation to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. A Celebration of Life is being planned. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery will occur at a later date. Online condolences and fond memories may be offered to the family at www.moneyandking.com
1964 – 2019
Dana D. Tucker passed away on July 11th following a courageous, 2-year battle with cancer. She was born in Newton, NJ to David and Daryl Holley on April 26, 1964. At three, her parents returned to her father’s hometown, Pottsville, PA where Dana grew up. In 1982, her senior year at Pottsville Area High School, she was recruited by the FBI to work as a stenographer at their headquarters in Washington, DC. Two weeks after her high school graduation she found herself working in the Organized Crime (OC) Section of the FBI’s Criminal Investigative Division (CID). At that time, the OC Section was one of the most dynamic components at FBI headquarters handling the FBI’s recently established international counter narcotics jurisdiction. Recognizing her work ethic, attention to detail and keen intellect, her supervisors sent her to train as an analyst. Ultimately, she became the lead analyst for the FBI’s Organized Crime Information Systems Program.
In 1983, her future husband, Bill Tucker, was reassigned from the local DC office to the Bureau’s Legal Counsel Division. The majority of the legal work with which he was tasked involved supporting CID, and specifically, the OC Section. He had almost daily contact with the agents in that section, but never failed to notice the beautiful young woman who would be his wife. At a St. Patrick’s Day party in 1984 Bill asked Dana out to dinner, and that was the start of a 35-year romance.
Dana and Bill were married on July 1,1989 spending their honeymoon in Virgin Gorda, BVI. In November of 1992, Bill was transferred to the Houston, TX office and Dana resigned and accompanied him on his new assignment. They purchased their first home in The Woodlands, TX, and Dana turned it into a welcoming place for family, friends and neighbors. She loved Texas; its people and its distinct culture. Sadly, their sojourn in the Lone Star state was cut short when Bill was promoted and reassigned back at headquarters in DC. They settled in Potomac Falls, VA where Dana again set out to create a home where all were welcome.
But in 1996 tragedy struck. Dana’s closest relative and dearest friend, her brother, United States Marine Corps Pilot, Captain David J. Holley, Jr. went missing during a training flight over the Atlantic Ocean. Capt. Holley and his weapons officer, Capt. Anthony Y. Slick took off from their base in Beaufort, SC on March 7th and never returned. The remains of Capt. Holley and Capt. Slick were never recovered and, despite an exhaustive search, there was no trace of their F-18 Hornet.
In 1997, Dana began pursuing a degree in psychology, graduating with honors, from George Mason University in 2002. An outstanding cook she was a great friend to her family, neighbors and former FBI colleagues. Dana and Bill loved to travel. They visited Ireland, Britain, France, Italy, The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic and a number of spots in the Caribbean. The highlight of each year was their September vacation in Duck, NC.
In addition to her parents, Dana is survived by her sisters Donna Mates, and Dee Parrish and her brother Douglas Holley and sister-in-law, Nadine Holley. She also leaves behind her beloved nieces, nephews and step grandchildren. Dana was a true animal lover. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor her memory can do so by making a donation to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. A Celebration of Life is being planned. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery will occur at a later date. Online condolences and fond memories may be offered to the family at www.moneyandking.com
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I remember finding that beautiful home at Lowes Island with you. We had a fun time looking. I remember your wit and that crazy nice husband of yours. Experiencing Dana was not a one event memory, it was memories of laughter, humor and love of life. Janet and Doug Ball
We cherish the good times with Dana and Bill. Dana was funny, smart, and caring and we will miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family, Bill. Margaret & Jim
We send our deepest condolences to Bill and family and we will always remember Dana fondly. She was a kind, warm person and a treasure to so many. She brightened up our neighborhood, just knowing she was always there. One memory we treasure is that Dana would put Christmas toys in the mailbox for our dog and sign it “from Santa Paws”. We shared many fun times and conversations together as neighbors and she will never be forgotten. May God welcome her into His loving arms where she will be at peace. Love, The Theriot Family
Deepest condolences to Bill and the Holley family. I entered on duty in the FBI’s OC Section two months after Dana in 1982 and worked with her until she and Bill moved to Houston in the early 1990s. I knew Dana both professionally and socially and we shared many laughs during that time. She spoke so often of her family that I felt I knew each of you too. Dana was talented, dedicated, fun-loving, and kind, and I will always remember her that way. Greg Coon
Bill Tucker and Holley family. Jeanne and I have been traveling and just found the notice of Dana’s passing in the Washington Post. We’re very sorry for your loss. We will attend the funeral at Arlington National Cemetery when it is arranged. Please, let us know. Tom & Jeanne Lyons
Praying for Bill and family to find comfort in warm memories of happier times with Dana. She was beloved and she loved her family and friends. God bless you all.
I worked with Dana in the Organized Crime Section from 1987 to 1990. I remember when I started in Unit. Dana being three weeks old than me, I became the youngest person in the Unit. The best memory is Dana and Bill’s Wedding day. A beautiful ceremony in a small Virginia Chapel and a fun and wild Reception to follow. With the exception of my wife, (of course) Dana was the most beautiful bride ever. Dana was a great woman. Jim Uncapher.