Howard Henry “Hook” Rice, 84, of Birmingham, Alabama passed
away August 20, 2020 after a brief illness. Born and raised In Campbellsville,
Kentucky, he was the only son of Evelyn Henry Rice and Dr. Howard Rice. He was
a proud alumnus of The College of William and Mary where he was a member Of
Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. Howard then earned a degree from Vanderbilt Law
School.
He spent 2 years in the US Army 101st Airborne
Division stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky before beginning his dream career
with the FBI. He worked in both Milwaukee, WI and Newark, NJ while with the
FBI.
In 1969, Howard, his wife, and children moved to Montgomery,
Alabama for him to take a job as head of investigations with South Central
Bell. Upon retiring he worked with the state Attorney General’s office.
Hook, as he was affectionately known was an avid reader and
wine connoisseur. He also enjoyed gardening and stamp collecting. But above all
these interests came sports. He loved watching his children and grandchildren
compete in everything from football to tennis to BMX racing.
As usual with most Kentuckians, Hook loved to watch UK
basketball. If a game were not televised where he was, he would call his mother
and receive a play by play over the phone.
Howard is survived by his wife of 22 years, Glenda G. Rice.
His children Chris Rice (Ange), Jeff Rice (Cecile), and Evelyn Rice O’Leary
(Joe). His Beloved grandchildren Taylor Rice (Krysta), Michael O’Leary, Jacob
Rice, William O’Leary, Matthew Rice, and Kendall Rice. And as of August 27,
2020, great grandson Raylen James Rice!
Memorials can be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research
Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
The graveside service for Howard Henry Rice will be Saturday, September 12, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Brookside Cemetery.
Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Sam Tucker, the good-natured, fun-loving, oft-proclaimed mayor of Knifley, KY, passed from this life on Saturday, September 5, 2020 in the peaceful atmosphere of his home surrounded by the care and compassion of his family. He was born in Knifley on July 27, 1937 to the late Oconal and Gussie (Perkins) Tucker and spent the majority of his 83 years, 1 month, and 9 days on this Earth trying to make someone smile, whether they initially agreed to it or not. He was the owner and operator of Tucker’s Grocery, a retiree of General Motors, the owner and operator of a small trucking company, a beloved husband, a cherished father and grandfather, and a friend to many. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Dunbar Hill Community Church. Mr. Tucker – or Sam, as he preferred – was also an accomplished musician, having played many years in the gospel group The Green River Boys, and in Dayton, Ohio with the Knighthawks. He loved traveling the country, playing and listening to music, and spending precious time with those he cherished. His genuine smile, big heart, and small practical jokes will be remembered for generations. He leaves to carry his legacy: His wife: Mrs. Diane (Hovious) Tucker, Four children: Neal Tucker and wife Faye of Knifley, Nancy Tucker of Campbellsville, Sue Tucker Buley and husband David of Columbia, and Ashley Tungate and husband Buck of Elk Horn, Two siblings: Mae Sneed of Knifley, and Danny Tucker and wife Esther of Campbellsville, Nine grandchildren: Crystal Hadley, Hannah Coyt, Eric Hovious, Chastity Lampley, Josh Streeval, James Walker, John Walker, Victoria “Peanut” Tungate, and Abby Gail “Little Bit” Tungate, Nineteen great-grandchildren, Two great-great grandchildren, with another on the way, A special friend: Bryant Metzler of Nashville, And a host of other family and friends. He was also preceded in death by a daughter: Connie Woodrum; four siblings: Joene Tucker, Treva Warren, Norma Jean Tucker, and Herman Tucker; and one great-grandchild. There will be a funeral service to honor Sam’s life on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 2:00 PM EST in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Burial will follow in the Robinson Chapel Cemetery in Knifley. Bro. James Walker and Bro. Darrell Tucker will be officiating. The family will receive friends for a walk-through visitation on Tuesday, Sept. 8, from 10:30 AM EST until time for the service. To continue Sam’s legacy of generosity, please consider donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Those can be made in person at the funeral home, or online through the “How Can I Help” tab on the front page of this site. Current social distancing guidelines will be in effect. In consideration of the health of others, masks will be required upon entry. Read More
Shirley Jeffries of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Arthur Bennett, Jr. and Clarice Nichols Bennett, was born February 22, 1946 in Hart County, Kentucky. She died at 2:42 P.M., Saturday, September 5, 2020 at her residence. Age: 74
She professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. She loved cooking for others and was known specifically for her pies.
Shirley united in marriage to Sheldon Jeffries June 13, 1964.
Besides her husband, Sheldon Jeffries, she is survived by one daughter and one son: Michelle Gribbins and husband, Jeff and Travis Jeffries and wife, Missy of Campbellsville; three grandchildren: Adam Jeffries and Brad Gribbins of Campbellsville, and Clint Reynolds and wife, Erica of Paintsville; two great-grandchildren: Shepard Reynolds and Archer Reynolds of Paintsville; one brother and two sisters: Sylvester Bennett and wife, Teri of Elizabethtown, Judy Reynolds and husband, Raymond of Horse Cave and Debra Bennett of Radcliff; two sisters-in-law: Lou Bennett of Horse Cave and Sheila Bennett of Buffalo; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Shirley was also preceded in death by a daughter, Sandra Kay Jeffries and two brothers: Eugene Bennett and Richard Bennett.
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VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Cliff Sullivan
BURIAL: Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Metcalfe County, KY
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
