CENTRAL CITY – Jasper Lee “J.L.” Render, Jr., 98, of Central City, died Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at 9:18AM at Western Kentucky Veterans Center in Hanson. Mr. Render was born February 28, 1923, in Muhlenberg County. He worked for the State Highway Department, and was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and a member of the Central City Masonic Lodge. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jasper and Mittie K. Render; and wife Juanita Render.
He is survived by his daughter, Denice Price-Jones of St. Petersburg, Florida; grandchildren Diamond Anjae Price-Parham and Christian Jones; special cousins Debbie Drake and James Melvin Render; and a host of cousins and friends.
Graveside funeral services will be Saturday, April 10, 2021, a 12:00 noon at West End Cemetery in Greenville, with Rev. Otis Cunningham officiating. Burial to follow. Visitation will be Friday, April 9, 2021, from 5-8PM and 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.