CENTRAL CITY – Ezra Lee Everett, 77, of Central City, died Thursday, March 18, 2021, at 2:03PM at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Mr. Everett was born December 20, 1943, in Muhlenberg County. He was a boilermaker and welder for Babcock and Wilcox, and of the Christian faith. He was an avid Kentucky basketball fan, and stayed on top of local news. He had a hard time being quiet. His biggest passion was the love and affection he had for his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, William Everett; mother Wanda Everett; and brother James Everett.

He is survived by his wife, Loretta Avery Everett; daughter Lisa (Clint) Kirkman of Elkton; son Will (Kathryn) Everett of Central City; grandchildren Jasmine (Trace) Yates, Walton Kirkman, Kate (Josh) Payton, and Jody Vincent; great-grandchildren Everett Yates, Royce Beasley, and Holden Payton; sister Janiffer (Ronnie) Metheny; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services will be Saturday, March 20, 2021, at 12:00 noon at Nelson Creek Cemetery, with Bro. Ron Metheny officiating. Burial to follow. Visitation will be Saturday after 9:30AM at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City. Family and friends are asked to wear a face covering, in accordance with the governor’s mandate. In compliance with health and public safety directives, capacity will be limited in accordance with state guidelines. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.