The Queen's College Record 2020

Obituaries
a wide-ranging, broad comprehension of current issues and ability to place them into
historical and even philosophical context. Despite his increasing health problems,
Dick remained upbeat, acknowledging his frailties but never complaining about
them or letting them interfere with his life, continuing to have a very positive outlook
on life and a confidence in the people around him including his doctors and their
medical interventions. He was always interested in trying new things and embraced
technological innovations with an almost child-like fascination and pleasure.
The College is very grateful for his support and generosity over the years. He was an
Eglesfield Benefactor and member of the Taberdars’ Society. Dick is survived by his
two cats, Kitzmiller (named after his childhood cat) and Lionel, and his wife and scuba
diving companion, Barbara Dickson Stewart.
RICHARD TUCKER
Sir Richard Tucker was educated at Shrewsbury School,
and following National Service read Jurisprudence at
Queen’s from 1950 to 1953. He joined Lincoln’s Inn and
was called to the Bar in 1954, became a Bencher in
1979 and subsequently Treasurer in 2002. As a junior
barrister he practised in Birmingham, then on taking silk
in 1972 moved to London chambers where he built up
his extensive practice covering crime and civil work. He
was appointed a Recorder in 1972 until 1985 when he
was appointed to the High Court Bench.
He was also appointed Presiding Judge of the then Midland & Oxford Circuit (1986-
90). After his official retirement, he carried on sitting as a deputy High Court Judge,
was a member of the Employment Appeal Tribunal (1986-2000) and of the Parole
Board (1996-2003). He also worked as a Commissioner at the Jersey Royal Court
(2003-2010) and The Cayman Islands.
Sir Richard’s lifelong passion at Queen’s was for rowing, and he became Captain
of Boats in 1952 when he also rowed for Isis at Henley. Other recreations included
sailing, shooting and gardening, and later in retirement he built a fine model railway.
He married three times and is succeeded by his wife Jacqueline, three children and
four grandchildren. His fondness for Queen’s was rewarded when he was made an
Honorary Fellow in 1992.
Lady Jacqueline Tucker
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