James Bratcher Obituary
The family announces the passing of James Bratcher of Fordsville, Kentucky on October 1, 2026. James, born on May 13, 1961, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Bratcher or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
James will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor James by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though James is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. James’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: wife: Renee Bratcher; children: Jason (Katie) Bratcher, Leslie Rose, Jamie (Scott Hayes), Ashley Bratcher, Tabitha Bratcher, Eric (Kasandra) Bratcher, Matthew (Emily) Bratcher, and Wyatt Bratcher; bonus children: Robert and Catelyn; grandchildren: Watson Bratcher, Ashton (Lacey) Rose, Kylie (Levi) Rose, Trenton, Kamryn, Waylon, Layla, Laiklyn, Trevin, Kailyn, Lola, Keegan, Adalyn, Aiden, Lyra, Barrett, Tellson, Tames, Wilder, Gibson, Ava, Parker, and Theodore; mother: Marilyn Joyce Bratcher; brothers: Tony (Tammy) Bratcher, Denis Bellamy, Ricky Bellamy, Ricky Carden, Danny (Winter) Carden, Penny Carden, and Ricky (Joyce) Bratcher; grandparents: Margaret & WB Bratcher; brothers of the deceased (predeceased): Tommy and Robert Carden; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Bevil Bros. Funeral Home (226 Louisville Rd, Beaver Dam, KY 42320). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
