John F. Hutchinson

1934 - 2022

John F. Hutchinson
December 14, 1934 - May 6, 2022
Lexington, Kentucky - John Hutchinson often joked that he lived longer than he and everyone ever thought possible considering all his crazy antics. After 87 years on this earth, John decided that if he couldn't go out and grill a steak then it was time for him to go and with that the Lord agreed, calling him home on May 6th, 2022. As a young boy, he learned his strong work ethic and love of serving others from his parents, John and Anna Hutchinson, while working at the family business, Hutchinson Drug Store. His wonderful sense of humor and jovial nature was developed on his own. John was never without a story or joke to tell and was especially happy when he could pull a light-hearted prank on a friend like parking a Super C tractor in their front yard to draw attention to their birthday. John was born on December 14, 1934, in Lexington, KY and with three sisters (Agnes Donati, Sandy Hutchinson, and Patty Thornberry) he had many opportunities to practice sharpening his wit. His humor caught the attention of the love of his life, Gloria Lovelace Hutchinson who he met while taking biochemistry. After convincing Gloria to marry him in 1959, John had to go serve in the U.S. Army. Upon his return and armed with more stories of the antics he pulled while serving, he worked as a pharmacist at Hutchinson Drug in downtown Lexington until he retired and closed the store. In addition to his wife of almost 65 years, he is survived by their five kids, John Hutchinson, Mike (Debby Ann Powell) Hutchinson, Geanie (Neal) Umberger, James Hutchinson, and Deborah (Jeff Kimmel) Hutchinson. He often bragged to anyone who'd listen about his grandchildren (Alexia, Nathan, Kara, and Rebecca), sharing his wisdom and humor with them as well as with his many nieces and nephews who he loved. John enjoyed life, following his alma matter Ole Miss Rebels, tinkering on his farm, playing golf, and hanging out with family and friends. He never knew a stranger and was always willing to help those in need. We invite family and friends to come share their favorite stories of John's life at the visitation Tuesday, May 10th from 5pm to 7pm at Milward-Broadway. The funeral mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton on Wednesday, May 11th at 11am, immediately following will be the graveside service and burial at Calvary Cemetery. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff of Bluegrass Care Navigators (Hospice), Deacons Mark Woelfel and Paul Root, the staff of Morning Pointe East and Pine Meadows, and the many friends and family who supported him during his final time with us. If you don't want to send flowers, you may consider a donation to the Catholic Actin Center, Hope Center, or Salvation Army, then again prayers work just as well. www.milwardfuneral.com