Joseph Thomas Tackett Sr.

Joseph Thomas Tackett Sr., 76, of Dans Branch; Williamson, WV passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at the Tug Valley ARH Regional Medical Center in South Williamson, KY.  Born January 29, 1947 in South Williamson, KY, he was the son of the late Walter and Imogene “Jean” (New) Tackett. 

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by three brothers, Richard Tackett, Frank Tackett, and Jeffery Tackett. 

Joe was a proud veteran having honorably served in the United States Army as a medic for the Big Red 1 during the Vietnam War.  For many years Joe worked as the office manager for Big Hill Coal Company and formerly worked for Williamson Oil.  He was of the Christian faith. 

Those left to cherish his memories, include his loving wife of 54 years and the love of his life  Thelma (Jarrell) Tackett of Dans Branch, two sons, Joseph Thomas (Tabby) Tackett II of Jefferson City, TN and Michael David Tackett of Dans Branch, his only granddaughter who was the light of his life Morgan Dawn (Joe) Crowe of Jefferson City, TN, his three great grandchildren whom he loved dearly Joey, Johnny, and Josie Crowe all of Jefferson City, TN, two brothers, Charles Terry (Diana) Tackett of Lexington, KY and Steven (Jeanette) Tackett of Montgomery, AL, five sisters-in-law, Patricia (Grady) Brewer, Lena Fletcher, Bonnie (Haskell) Runyon Jr., Alice Tackett, and Wilma Tackett, one brother-in-law, Robert (Adela) Jarrell, numerous nieces and nephews that he loved very much, and a host of friends. 

Funeral services will be held Friday, May 19, 2023 at 1:00 pm at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, KY with Haskell Runyon Jr. officiating. Following the service, military honors will be presented by the Johns Creek Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans at the funeral home.

The family will receive friends from 6-9 pm Thursday evening at the funeral home where a service will be held at 7:00 pm with Earl White and Ed York speaking.

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