TIMOTHY LEE TACKETT,age 50, of Kendallville, died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 2, 2010, at his residence in Kendallville. Tim was born in Melvin, Kentucky on June 19, 1960 to the late Clyde Tackett and Norine (Johnson) Bowers. He was employed in the maintenance department with Lutheran Life Villages (formerly Shepherd of the Hill nursing home) and The Lamplighter both in Kendallville. Tim enjoyed staying busy working with his hands and doing odd jobs around the house and for others. He loved spending time with his nephew, Cody and taking care of his dog, Sadie. Tim was an avid Pittsburg Steelers fan.