Tucker Jordan Loken-Dahle

Tucker Jordan Loken-Dahle came bouncing into the world on February 25, 1990 in Eugene, Oregon. He was welcomed with open arms by his parents Alanna (Lani) Loken and Gary Loken-Dahle and to the delight of his older brother Todd who chose his middle name based on his hero basketball player Michael Jordan.

In his early years, Tucker attended the EWEB Child Development Center, followed by the Eugene Montessori School. He showed a very gifted imagination and loved to become the characters he read about or saw on television. Incorporating these characters into his daily life, he insisted that his teachers address him as his chosen character on a particular day. One of his favorite characters was the Sheriff of Nottingham, from the Disney movie, "Robin Hood". For weeks he would only respond to his teachers if they addressed him as the "Sheriff". He often preferred to play the role of a "bad guy" because, as he said, "bad guys have more fun!" Eventually this role playing developed into a strong interest in actual historical figures, in particular many of those in the Greek Myths. He not only read about these characters and watched movies, but he also loved to draw them, emphasizing their musculature.

Tucker then attended Eastside Elementary School. He made many friends and participated in numerous sports and other activities. One of his favorite activities was skiing and snowboarding with his brother Todd, whom he adored. His elementary school emphasized "drama" as a central part of the curriculum. Every spring the children produced the Eastside Play and Tucker relished playing one of the main characters. He also developed an extensive vocabulary which enabled him to carry on lengthy and complex conversations with others. As he continued through his childhood, many adults commented on their ease of conversing with him about numerous diverse subjects.

While in Roosevelt Middle School and South Eugene High School, Tucker continued participating in a wide variety of sports. It became obvious that he was developing a passion for one activity in particular - weight training/body building. Tucker's love for body-building grew rapidly. He was soon competing in numerous body building competitions. When the opportunity arose to work part-time at a small business selling health food products, Tucker joined in. By this time, Tucker knew that the fitness industry, particularly body building, was where he wanted to direct his time and energy. His ambition in life became the desire to make it big as a body builder—the bigger the better. 

After graduating from South Eugene High School, Tucker attended the University of Oregon. He was admitted into the School of Business where he majored in accounting and minored in Chinese. When he was selected to be an "Oregon Duck”, he had another opportunity to continue his love for role-playing that had begun in preschool. Tucker was an amazing Duck, doing all sorts of acrobatic moves while in the Duck suit, including splits, cartwheels and flips. Tucker took pleasure in capturing people's attention. And what better way than by entertaining and teasing the spectators, cheerleaders, athletes, and band members. Following the games, numerous parties were held at the Loken home, hosted by “Momma Lani.”

During his sophomore year, Tucker spent several months in China participating in a University sponsored exchange program. While there he attended classes at Shanghai University, lived with others from around the world, and spent a week working for Habitat for Humanity in Vietnam. Upon returning home, Tucker applied for a scholarship from the Chinese government to study in China for one year. Tucker received this scholarship and returned to Shanghai University where he became extremely fluent in Chinese. He completed his Bachelor of Arts degree from the U of O School of Business, majoring in Accounting and minoring in Chinese.

Following graduation Tucker moved to Madison, Wisconsin where he worked as a fitness coach and created his own fitness company. He then moved to Venice, California where he could pursue his dream of being a body builder. Venice was home to the famous Gold's Gym where many of the finest body builders train daily with some of the best coaches (such as Will Harris) in the country. It was not uncommon for Tucker to be working out next to Arnold Schwarzenegger. Yet, as much as he loved lifting he was challenged by injuries.

Tucker always loved animals, and this was shown ever so much during his time in Venice. He adopted a dog named Snoop who had been abused in his lifetime and was going to be euthanized. Snoop was expected to not live longer than a year, but with Tucker’s love and support, Snoop lived an additional six years. Tucker also cared for other animals at his apartment complex. His favorite was Hercules, a precious lion bunny rabbit. When the owner could no longer keep Hercules, he asked if Tucker would take him – and of course Tucker said yes. Hercules became the hit at his favorite sports bar and restaurant, the Penmar. To the amusement of others, his reach went far beyond Venice on his Instagram account for Tucker posted pictures and videos of Hercules playing on the beach and Tucker riding his bicycle with Hercules in his pack.Tucker moved quickly through the ranks of the internet and technology world. After working two years at Snap-Chat, Tucker got the opportunity of a lifetime in 2021. He was hired by the newly created North American division of Ten Cent, the largest company in China. He was a very dedicated worker who put his heart and soul into his work as the Senior IT Program Manager (who reported directly to the CIO). Tucker, like many, had inner struggles which contributed to an unsettled existence, something he couldn't fully express. He reached out to many professional support resources for help.

It is with extreme sadness that Tucker’s fervent life ended abruptly on March 20, 2024 at the age of 34. He was loved by so many. He will be forever remembered, and forever missed by his mother Lani Loken, his father Gary Loken-Dahle, and his brother Todd Loken-Dahle. Other special people in his life include Todd's wife, Amber, their two sons, Joseph and Dan, his uncle Newt Loken, his cousin Kari Loken-Kim, as well as other family members. In addition, he had two special women in this life, as well as many friends and coworkers.His memory will be cherished by them all. 

Donations may be made to:• Your local Humane Society• The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals(ASPCA)

August 3rd, 2024

Eugene, OR

1pm

Unitarian Universalist Church

The evening before each gathering, informal plans have been made to meet up in Eugene, OR at Laurelwood Golf Course. In addition, we hope to gather informally Saturday evening. We would love to see those who are able to come. 

Please share this information with those who loved Tucker.

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Eugene, OR

Friday Informal: Laurelwood Golf Course 2700 Columbia St, Eugene, OR 97403

Saturday Gathering: Unitarian Universalist Church 1685 W 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402