Bronze Star Memorials: Remembering the life, death and legacy of W.I. Rucker.
W. I. Rucker, 93, of Campbellsville, died at 6:15 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, in Campbellsville. Son of the late Eugene D. Rucker and Alston Atchley Rucker, he was born Jan. 15, 1920 in Taylor County. He professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Kellyville Community Church. He was a veteran of World War II, having served his country honorably in the U.S. Army and achieving the rank of sergeant. He served in New Guinea, Southern Philipines and Luzon, and was awarded the...