James T. Tackett Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Booneville, KY- James (Tim) Tackett, age 59, passed away Thursday, September 21, 2017 at the Kentucky River Medical Center, located in Jackson, KY. Tim was born December 19, 1957, in Oneida, KY, a son of Ruby (Terry) Tackett and the late James Tackett. He was a member of the Calvary Temple Worship Center, and at one time an active board member of the church. Tim played basketball for the Owsley County Owls while in high school and enjoyed science fiction, motorcycles, and westerns. He was described as the type of guy who was always willing to help others. Along with his wife of 36 years; Sharon (Evans) Tackett of Vincent, KY, he is survived by his mother; Ruby Tackett of Vincent, KY, 1 son: Jonathan (LaRhonda) Tackett of Vincent, KY, 1 daughter; Christine (Gary) Girdler of Vincent, KY, special friends; Randall and Mary Amburgy of Booneville, KY, and many other loving family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his father; James Tackett, and 2 brothers; Wallace Tackett and Tracy Tackett. Visitation will be held Saturday, September 23, 2017 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 12:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home with Reverend Randall Amburgy and Pastor Homer Mills officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Gabbard-Tackett Family Cemetery, located in Vincent, KY. To leave the family a special message please visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

James T. Tackett

December 19, 1957 - September 21, 2017