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Eugene Witten Obituary
Born in Grayson County, KY, he was a retired manufacturers' representative for Deaton-Kennedy Company where he worked for over 35 years. He was with the Medical Corps in the Army during World War II. He was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, a former member of Buechel Masonic Lodge, The Scottish Rite, and the Order of Eastern Star #339 Buechel. He was a Duke of Paducah and a Kentucky Colonel.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Raymond Hershel and Frank Witten; and sisters, Rowena Gatheridge and Bea Basham.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary McAfee Witten; children, Marigene Witten, Vernon T. Witten, and Lou Ann Hippensteel (Curt); brother, Marshall Witten; sister, Laura Amos; and eight grandchildren, Alice, John, Katie, Ian, Ray, Lela, Kathleen, and Mary.
Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, November 12, 2011 at Owen Funeral Home-Jeffersontown, 9318 Taylorsville Road. Burial will be at Resthaven Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Online condolences to www.owenfune ralhome.com Donations may be made to the St. Paul United Methodist Church Memorial Fund and The Methodist Children's Home.
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Jeff Schneider
December 11, 2011
Mary, Marigene, Tim and Lu Ann; I am sad to hear that Mr. Witten passed. I have fond memories of fun times at your home and remembering what a fine, caring fellow Gene was, with a great sense of humor. I hope you too have many fond memories to help you cope and keep his spirit alive. GOD BLESS!
Vicki Ashley
November 11, 2011
Mary and kids, our thoughts are with all of you in this sad time. Gene was a great man with a huge sense of humor that we all loved (remember Pride and Joy). Love to you all, Scott, Vicki and the rest of the California & Flordia family.
LaDonna Brown Roberts
November 11, 2011
Mary, Gigi,Tim,and LouAnn,I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Witten's passing. It's been a very long time since I've seen you but I have many wonderful childhood memories at your home. Let all the great memories bring you comfort and strength in the days ahead.
Gina Evola Perry
November 11, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I wish I could be there to stop by and pay my respects, but I am out of town. Wishing you peace.
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