Bratcher, William T. 81 of Shepherdsville entered eternal life June 18, 2015 at his residence. He was a retired production worker for Ford and an Air Force veteran. He is preceded in death by his parents, Wavie and Sibbie Swift-Embry; brother, Roy Bratcher. Mr. Bratcher leaves those to cherish his memory, children, William "Mike " Bratcher; Regina Poppleton; Davy Bratcher; grandchildren, Josh and Tyler Bratcher; Tara Dawson; 5 great grandchildren; 5 brothers; 1 sister; and companion Betty Heath. Cremation was chosen. Hardy-Close Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
