Bremen, KY – Tommy Rager, 86, of Bremen, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, in the care of the wonderful staff at Riverside Care and Rehab in Calhoun, KY. Born April 19, 1939 in Muhlenberg County to the late Rufus and Bessy Rager, Tommy grew up with a love for the outdoors that would stay with him for a lifetime. He was a skilled horseman and an avid hunter and fisherman. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Betty; their daughter, Tammy; brothers, Jr. Rager, Homer Rager and Kenny Rager and sisters Mary Ruth Lynch and Judy Faye Hudson.

He is survived by his daughter, Melinda, and his son-in-law – the son he never had – Robbie Baize; grandchildren Jordan (Megan) Baize, Whitney (Tanner) Brown, and Hunter (Hannah) Baize; 10 great-grandchildren; two siblings, Margie Crutcher, and Robert (Bob) Rager and many nieces and nephews. A hard and dedicated worker, Tommy often held multiple jobs so Betty could remain a stay-at-home mom. He retired from Alcan Aluminum in 2001.

Later in life, Tommy came to a sincere faith in Jesus Christ — a faith evident in his words, his demeanor, and his love for family and friends. His family takes comfort in knowing he is now at peace in God’s presence.

Funeral services will be Friday, August 15, 2025 at 10AM at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City with Bro. Danny Greene officiating, assisted by Jordan Baize. Burial in Cherry Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 9-10AM at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.