Vicki Tackett

vicki tackett

June 19, 1951 ~ September 28, 2026

Vicki Sue Tackett, 75, passed away on September 28, 2026, in Georgetown, Ky. Born June 19, 1951, in Hamilton, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Jean Barrett Youngman and step-daughter of Henry Youngman.

Vicki graduated from Danville High School, went on to nursing school, and earned degrees from Eastern Kentucky University, Lexington Community College, and Emory University, where she earned her nurse practitioner degree. She spent most of her adult life as a nurse and then a nurse practitioner, working for the Mercer County Health Department and later for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, specializing in women’s health. After retiring, she moved from Lancaster to Georgetown, Ky., to be closer to her son and his family. Vicki lived to help people. Caring for others was not only her profession but who she was.

She was a devoted wife to Ricky, an awesome mother to Scott and Todd and a loving Nana to her only grandson Zach. She loved her family unconditionally and was deeply loved by her family and friends. She will always be remembered for her “Hey girl!” and her quick smile for family, friends and strangers alike.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Ricky Tackett, and two sons, Todd Tackett and Ricky Tackett II. She is survived by a son, Scott; daughter-in-law, Robbie; grandson, Zachary; a brother, Jim Neal (Jackie); and two sisters, Donna Goodpastor (Ron) and Cindy Parker (Bruce).

Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at Stith Funeral Home in Danville, KY. at Stith Funeral Home in Danville, immediately followed by funeral services and burial with Harry Hebert officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and Bluegrass Care Navigators.

Services

Visitation: October 1, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Stith Funeral Home, Danville
318 W. Broadway
Danville, Kentucky 40422

859-236-2113
stithcares.com

Memorial Service: October 1, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Stith Funeral Home, Danville
318 W. Broadway
Danville, Kentucky 40422

859-236-2113
stithcares.com

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Charities

The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Vicki Tackett 's name.

Alzheimer's Association

P.O. Box 96011

Washington,

DC

20090-6011

www.alz.org

Bluegrass Care Navigators

1733 Harrodsburg Road

Lexington,

KY

40504

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  1. Our hearts & prayers are with each one of you. It’s comforting to us to know that she is
    in Heavenly home with Rick, the Baby, Todd.
    And, especially with our Lord.
    May God’s Comforting Spirit Abide

  2. From the first time you met Vickie, that would be the same person, same smile and same demeanor you would get from her every time you saw her. She had a loving way about her. She was such a likable person. She deserves peace and rest. She’s in a beautiful place with her loved ones. Prayers and hugs to her family❤️‍🩹🙏🏻

  3. I’ll never forget the first time I met Vicki at a Compassionate Friends meeting in Danville. She let me cry and talk about my son. She was always willing to help in any way she could for our little Danville Chapter. I know she’s already found all our kids and giving them big hugs. She will be missed.
    Dana Lawhorn
    Danville Compassionate Friends Chapter

  4. Vicki was a sweetheart and was so happy to be around, David and I always enjoyed seeing her when we would visit family. Vicki was missed by all who knew her. Her laughter and kindness, but you definitely felt her absence as the horrible disease took her.

  5. I went to school with Vicki at Danville High and lived down the street from her on Madison Avenue and she was a great friend.

  6. I loved the fact that Vicki and I were friends! She worked on the OB Unit! She would come in often if needed on her days off! She was a great worker and loved being a nurse. I admired her for going out of state to get her Nurse Practitioner! She was one of the most independent nurse I have ever worked with. If she wanted to advance her career she did it! She was a great friend! Rest in peace sweet lady❤️🙏

  7. Vicki was such a kind and loving person. I’m grateful I had the opportunity to know her, and I’ll always remember her fondly. My heart goes out to her family during this difficult time. ❤️


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