Former Leitchfield Mayor William 'Turkey' Thomason Passes Away at 84

Funeral arrangements announced for longtime community leader and public servant.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 12:31am

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William Harold 'Turkey' Thomason, the former mayor of Leitchfield, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 84. Thomason was known for his decades of service to the community and his willingness to help those in need without expecting anything in return.

Why it matters

Thomason's passing marks the end of an era for Leitchfield, as he was a beloved figure who dedicated much of his life to improving the city and supporting its residents. His death is a significant loss for the community, which is now tasked with honoring his legacy and continuing his work.

The details

Thomason was born on October 22, 1941, in Duff, Kentucky. He served as the mayor of Leitchfield for many years, during which time he was known for his tireless efforts to help those in need and make the city a better place to live. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at The Rock in Leitchfield, with visitation taking place at Dermitt Funeral Home on Monday.

  • Thomason passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2026.
  • Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2026.
  • Visitation will be held on Monday, March 17, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The players

William 'Turkey' Thomason

The former mayor of Leitchfield, Kentucky, who was known for his decades of service to the community and his willingness to help those in need.

Harold Miller

The current mayor of Leitchfield, who praised Thomason's legacy and the positive impact he had on the community.

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What they’re saying

“Having known Bill most of my life, I can honestly say that this community has lost its best friend. I've watched Mayor Thomason do things for this community and its people that most will never know. Countless times I have seen him help those in need, and never once have I seen him ask for anything in return.”

— Harold Miller, Mayor of Leitchfield

What’s next

The community of Leitchfield will come together to honor Thomason's legacy and continue his work of supporting the city and its residents.

The takeaway

William 'Turkey' Thomason's passing marks the end of an era for Leitchfield, as the former mayor was a beloved figure who dedicated his life to improving the community and helping those in need. His legacy will continue to inspire the people of Leitchfield to follow in his footsteps and work towards a better future for the city.