Chrystal Nicole Stuckey

United States Air Force Master Sergeant Chrystal Nicole Stuckey tragically passed away on June 15, 2017 due to complications from untreated hydrocephalus.

Stuckey was born and spent her formative years in Abbeville, a town nestled in the southeastern corner of Alabama. Her upbringing was shaped by the entrepreneurial spirit of her mother, who successfully owned and operated three daycare centers within the community, demonstrating a strong work ethic and dedication to nurturing young minds. Her father, a veteran of the United States military, instilled in her a sense of discipline and service, values that likely influenced her development. Growing up in a close-knit family, Stuckey shared her childhood with three sisters and one brother, fostering bonds of companionship and mutual support that are often characteristic of larger families. The environment of Abbeville, coupled with the influences of her parents and siblings, undoubtedly played a significant role in shaping the person she would become.

Stuckey met the love of her life, Deverris, while stationed at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. Their first date was a memorable visit to the legendary caves of Okinawa Island, where tradition says that if a man lifts a rock, his first child will be a son. True to the legend, Deverris picked up a rock—and their firstborn was indeed a son. They later married in Okinawa, Japan, united not just by love, but by a shared work ethic, strong values, and unwavering morals. Together, they built a life centered around faith, family, and service. Some of Deverris’ most treasured memories are their family road trips to Mississippi and Alabama, moments that captured the deep bond they shared.

One of Deverri’s most cherished moments happened while working at Bagram Airbase in Afghanistan, a young airman recognized his last name and inquired if he knew Master Sergeant Stuckey. Deverris confirmed that she was his wife. The airman then shook Deverris’ hand, expressing that his wife was the most inspiring, positive, and helpful supervisor he had ever encountered, adding that she motivated him to pursue further education.

Deverris and their children are committed to preserving the memory of Stuckey by making prayer a consistent part of their lives, nurturing a deep love for God, and strengthening their familial bonds through daily expressions of care and affection. They intend for these values, which were clearly important to Stuckey, to continue as a living testament to her influence and the enduring impact she had on their lives. This ongoing dedication to faith and family will serve as a meaningful tribute to her legacy.

United States Air Force Master Sergeant Chrystal Nicole Stuckey is survived by her loving husband, Deverris, and their four beautiful children, Jaydence, Jamiya, Jayla and Jasmine.

The Tunnel to Towers Foundation has paid off the mortgage of the Stuckey family home through the Gold Star Family Home Program.