Fannie Mae Rucker, a beloved and cherished soul, departed this world peacefully on March 4, 2025, in Statesville, N.C., just shy of her 55th birthday. Born on March 16, 1970, in Iredell County, N.C., Fannie Mae lived a life defined by love, dedication, and the nurturing spirit she so generously shared with those around her.

As a devoted homemaker, Fannie Mae dedicated her life to creating a warm and welcoming home filled with love and laughter. Her unwavering commitment to her family was evident in every aspect of her life. She possessed an innate ability to care deeply for others, always placing their needs above her own.

Fannie Mae’s legacy lives on in the hearts of her loving siblings, children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and countless other family members and friends who were touched by her kindness and warmth. Her memory will continue to inspire those who knew her to embrace life with compassion and resilience.

A memorial service to honor and celebrate Fannie Mae’s life will be held on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 12 noon at Nicholson Funeral Home Chapel. Family and friends are invited to gather and pay tribute to a remarkable woman whose presence will be dearly missed but whose spirit will remain forever in our hearts.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to be made in Fannie Mae’s name to a charity of your choice, spreading the kindness she exemplified throughout her life.

Nicholson Funeral Home is serving the family.