Robert-Calhoun, Sr.-Obituary

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Robert Lee Calhoun, Sr.

Dec 22, 1952 - Mar 14, 2026

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May God be with Micky n Doodle through theses hard days and times. Amen

So sorry! If you need anything don't hesitate to reach out. Your in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all!

Micky and Doodle you guys are in my prayers. Love you

Danny n Tracy Baker

Robert I won't forget the times we had together when I was younger and staying with you guys on the weekend. We set on the porch and laugh. I'll miss you. Love Danny.

Micky and family you all are in my thoughts

Obituary

Robert's Obituary

Robert Lee Calhoun, Sr., age 73, of Burnside, KY, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the University of KY Healthcare.

Robert was born on December 22, 1952 in Nancy, KY to the late Harold “Taft” Calhoun and Renda Redmond Calhoun.  He enjoyed working on cars, playing guitar and shooting guns.  Robert loved making people laugh, sitting on the porch smoking cigarettes and drinking coffee.

He is survived by two sons, Robert Lee Calhoun, Jr. and Micky R Calhoun; his grandchildren, Krista Calhoun, Alexis McDonald, Lily Calhoun, Justin Beach, Joseph Miller and Connor Burton; one great grandchild, Mateo Palmer; one brother, Albert “Buck” Calhoun; brother-in-law, Wayne Molden; and sister-in-law, Wanda Buxton.  He is also survived by several special nieces, nephews, extended family members and many friends.  

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Calhoun; one son, Joseph “Josie” Calhoun; one daughter-in-law, Ashley Weatherford Calhoun; and his siblings, Myrtle Dunsmore, Lucy “Ovaline” Flynn and James Calhoun.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at Lake Cumberland Funeral Home.

His funeral service will be on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11:00am at the Chapel of Lake Cumberland Funeral Home with Bro. David Hall officiating.  Burial will be at Burnside Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Robert Calhoun, Sr. Memorial Fund to help with funeral expenses.  

You are welcome to view the obituary and send condolences to the family at our website:  www.LakeCumberlandFuneralService.com

Lake Cumberland Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for Robert Lee Calhoun, Sr.  

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