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James Tackett Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1936 - 2009 James Chester Tackett With friends and family gathered around him, on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, James Chester Tackett entered into his Heavenly home. He was a loving husband and a devoted father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He leaves behind his wife of 53 years, Gertrude McCarty Tackett. He was born on August 11, 1936, a son of the late Ernest W. & Lucy Johnson Tackett. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Dolly Ethel Robbins. Chester served our country in the Kentucky National Guard for 24 years. For 18 years, he loved and represented the children and youth of Boyd County as a member of the Boyd County Board of Education. He was a member of Mavity Free Will Baptist Church, where he was a deacon for many years. For the past 30 years, he was a general contractor, and his greatest labor of love was his part in the building of the new Mavity church. This was perhaps the building that brought him the most satisfaction in his life. Chester touched lives everywhere he went and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is also survived by his daughters, Ellen Keaton (Larry) and Cheri Westholder (Robert), both of Catlettsburg; six grandchildren, Stephan (Sarah) Johnson, Michael (Debbie) Arnett, April (Thomas) Sellars, Stephanie (Rob) Lucas and Nikki (Todd) Conn, all of Catlettsburg, and Tiffany Westholder of Huntington, W.Va.; five great-grandchildren, Hunter Johnson, Jordan Lucas, Alexis Arnett (and her mother, Tiffany Arnett), Samuel Johnson and Maggy Grace Johnson; and a brother in law, Lonnie Robbins. A celebration of Chester's life will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2009, at Mavity Free Will Baptist Church at the junction of Ky. 180 and Ky. 3. Friends and family may call at the church from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday. Pastor Mike Gullett and the Rev. Mike Cox will offer words of hope and encouragement. Burial will be in Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens, where a military service will be performed by American Legion Kenova Post 93. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to Mavity Free Will Baptist Church, P.O. Box 5068, Ashland, KY 41102. Steen Funeral Home-Central Avenue Chapel in Ashland is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to www.steenfuneralhomes.com.

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There are currently 14 condolences.

Tom and Jean White Saturday June 13, 2009 at 8:55 AM

Tom and I loved Chester dearly. He was always there for us with a smile, a kind word, or a hug when we needed it. He was a mentor to us and we will miss him more than words can say. We have many acquaintances, but Chester was our FRIEND. We love you Gertie and your family.

Steve and Judy Drury Friday June 12, 2009 at 7:11 PM

We saw your dad and grand-dad's obit in the paper. So sorry to hear of his passing. You all are often on our minds with all the memories. You will be in our prayers

Ron and Billie Jean Queen Friday June 12, 2009 at 3:13 PM

JUST A FEW WORDS TO THE FAMILY: WE SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO GERTRUDE,ELLEN & CHERI AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY IN YOUR RECENT LOSS. IT WAS SO SAD TO HEAR OF BRO. CHESTER'S PASSING. MAY GOD BE WITH EACH OF YOU IN THIS SPECIAL TIME IN YOUR LIVES. GOD BLESS YOU AND AGAIN WE SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. Ron and Billie Jean Queen

Berlin & Carol Meredith & Family Friday June 12, 2009 at 2:27 PM

Gerty & Family We are so sorry for your loss. Chester was a good man and we will miss him. He has been a friend for 25 years. We pray that God will comfort you in the days to come and keep you til you meet your loved one again. Friends Are Friends Forever! Berlin and Carol

april litteral Friday June 12, 2009 at 11:04 AM

Gerty and faimly we love you all. Chester will be missed very much i loved him alot. Our church will never be able to forget all he gave to us. One day we will see him again with no pain and he will open his arms and tell us he has been waiting for us and what a day that will be.My prayers our with you all at this time and always. love April and family.

Judy, Fred, Brian and Kelli Long Thursday June 11, 2009 at 4:32 PM

Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. Love and prayers.

Jessie N. Lyons Thursday June 11, 2009 at 2:48 PM

Gertrude and family, So sorry to hear about Chester I am sure he will be missed by everyone. my thoughts and prayers are with you all, still down in Fl.,take careof yourself. Love, Jessie(Carty) Lyons

Ruth Mosley Geyer,Lane Thursday June 11, 2009 at 12:34 PM

I am saddened to hear of the death of chester, he was a great friend and person; we shared some good times while at Boyd Co. High, He sure will be missed; love you Chester

Sarah Jane Pace Thursday June 11, 2009 at 11:15 AM

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your family. Love, Jane

Pam Fannin Kennedy Thursday June 11, 2009 at 9:53 AM

Cheri and FAmily My thoughts and prayers are with you your family. God Bless Pam Fannin Kennedy

Sen. Walter Blevins Thursday June 11, 2009 at 9:25 AM

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. May God bless and comfort. James was a true public servant who led by example.

Ruby Pinkerton Yates Thursday June 11, 2009 at 7:48 AM

Gertie, Ellen and Cheri, You are in my thoughts as you go through this time of grief. I know your faith will get you through until you are reunited with him again. His pain and suffering are no more. Again, my thoughts are with you.

Scott Dickison Thursday June 11, 2009 at 7:18 AM

My condolence to Gertrude, Ellen, Larry and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I love you all.

The Family of DAN WATTS Wednesday June 10, 2009 at 7:25 PM

Gertrude, Ellen and Sherry, I am so sorry to hear the loss of Chester from this life. I always treasured his friendship and Godly counsel. My prayers are with you.

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