William Cole Tucker, “Bill”, age 77, of Irvine, Kentucky transitioned to his heavenly home on October 24, 2026surrounded by his loving family.

Bill retired from CSX Railroad after 30+ years of service. He was well known for his woodworking and carpentry skills. He serviced his country in the Vietnam War and was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. He was a graduate of Irvine High School. He was a diehard fan of the Kentucky Wildcats.

Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Marie “Mimi” Sparks Tucker. They were happily married for 55 years. He was also preceded by his parents Bill and Chic Tucker and in laws Kenneth and Sue Sparks.

He is survived by his three children, William “Budd” Cole Tucker, Jr, (Tammy), Kenneth ”Kenny” Lynn Tucker,(Mickey), Elizabeth Kathleen “Katie” Ferrell, (Robbie) and bonus son Terry Carroll, (Sonya) and five grandchildren, Whitney Shae Young,(David), Michael Boone Tucker,(Kayleigh), Emily Maxine Osborne, (Tyler), Kenton Dean Tucker, (Jenna), Daniel Cole Ferrell, (Madison) and two bonus grandsons, Austin Grant Howell, (Andika), Charles Brenton Howell and great grandchildren, Phoebe Marie Young, Blaze Wilson Osborne, Emerson Kate Ferrell and coming soon Myles Garrett Tucker, and two bonus great grand sons, Jeremih Patrick Daniels and Link Anthony Howell and his precious dog, Dolly.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 27th 11am-2pm with the funeral following at 2pm at the Lewis Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Whitney Young, Emily Osborne, Boone Tucker, Dean Tucker, Cole Ferrell, Terry Carroll, Tony Covey, Adam Collett, Pleas McIntosh, Dog Tick McIntosh, and Jack McIntosh.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations be sent to Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky.

Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine is honored to serve the family of William “Bill” Tucker during this difficult time