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Ricky Kellen
Ricky Kellen, age 76, of Henderson, KY, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the Lucy Smith King Care Center under the care of St. Anthony’s Hospice.
Ricky was well known and well-loved figure in the Henderosn Community and in the equestrian world. It filled him with joy to share his love and skills with younger generations. Ricky was extremely generous, and many benefited from scholarships or sponsorships from his ranch. He was a devoted Christian man who loved his sons and grandchildren. His time with his family brought him the greatest joy.
Ricky was preceded in death by his parents Prentice Kellen and Helen Kellen Pruitt.
Ricky is survived by his sons Tory Kellen and his wife Courtney and their children Eli and Conor of Cincinnati and Tyler Kellen and his daughter Anna May of Henderson, KY; brother Tracy Pruitt and his wife Sherry of North Carolina; aunt Patsy Bentley Dalgleish of California; as well as cousins.
Relatives and friends are invited to Ricky’s Life Celebration from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Monday and from 9:00 a.m. until the service time on Tuesday at Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home in Henderson, KY. The memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at the funeral home with Reverend Kevin Stone officiating.
Arrangements entrusted to Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home, A Life Celebration® Home. Please visit www.bentongluntandtappfuneralhome.com to share memories and words of comfort with Ricky’s family.
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Geraldine Hall Gibson
Geraldine Hall Gibson, age 95, of Henderson, KY, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 20205, at the Lucy Smith King Care Center under the care of St. Anthony’s Hospice.
Gerri was a homemaker and a member of Community Baptist Church. She owned more than 1,000 dolls and had one of the largest collections in the South. She was a Shirley Temple fan. Gerri loved her family greatly and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt.
Gerri was preceded in death by her parents Olan and Dovie Hall, husband Everette Gibson, son Bruce Gibson, and brother Dorris Hall.
Gerri is survived by her granddaughter Heather LaBarbara (Matt) of Nicholasville, KY; 2 great-grandchildren Chase and Jeff LaBarbara; and nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to Gerri’s Life Celebration from 12:00 p.m. until service time on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home in Henderson, KY. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home with Reverend Chuck Summers officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmont Cemetery in Henderson, KY.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Community Baptist Church, 1026 Pebble Creek Dr, Henderson, KY, 42420; Meals on Wheels, 1817 N Elm St, Henderson, KY, 42420; or St. Anthony’ Hospice, 2410 S. Green St., Henderson, KY.
Arrangements entrusted to Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home, A Life Celebration® Home. Please visit www.bentongluntandtappfuneralhome.com to share memories and words of comfort with Gerri’s family.
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Lee Martin Johnson, age 66, of Paducah, KY (formerly of Henderson, KY), passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center after courageously battling cancer for eight years.
Born in Ventura, California, Lee found her true home in Henderson, Kentucky, where she built a beautiful life rooted in love, faith, and family. It was in Henderson that she met the love of her life, Rick Johnson-her high school sweetheart-whom she married on April 16, 1977. Together they shared 48 devoted years, raising a family that became the heart of her world. Lee and Rick were blessed with three children, who later gave her the gift of eight grandchildren. She poured her heart into motherhood, never missing a soccer game, band concert, or dance recital. Her presence was a constant source of encouragement and warmth, and her unwavering support shaped her children into the people they are today. Her proudest titles were “Mom” and “Nana,” and she lived those roles with deep love and joy.
Throughout her life, Lee dedicated herself to her community. She worked for the Henderson County School System, the Henderson County Public Library, and the Henderson County PVA Office, where she formed lasting friendships and touched countless lives with her kindness and grace. Later in life, she moved to Paducah to be closer to her family-remaining the steady, loving presence they all cherished.
Lee was preceded in death by her mother, Minnie Elizabeth Dixon; her stepfather, Edward Eugene “Edgie” Dixon; and her father, Thomas Land Martin. She is survived by her devoted husband, Rick Johnson of Paducah, KY; her children: Benjamin Lee Johnson II (Molly and their children, Benjamin III, Miles, and Nora), Kyle Johnson (Kelly and their children, Annalee, Ethan, Cora, and Wilder), all of Paducah, KY; and Amanda Auxier (Daniel and their son, Micah) of Midway, KY.
To know Lee was to feel deeply loved. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched-with her selfless heart, gentle spirit, and boundless love for her family. She leaves behind a legacy of compassion, faith, and enduring love that will continue to inspire those who knew her.
Visitation for Lee Martin Johnson will be on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at the Henderson County Public Library from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. A memorial service will follow at 2:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Cancer Society, the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Center, or the Henderson County Public Library.
Funeral Director: Rob Ison
Phone Number: (270) 978-9599
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