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Edward McAfee Obituary
81, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 16th, 2018.
Tom was born in Mt. Washington, KY, the son of the late J. Vernon and Alice Rhea McAfee. He lived most of his life in Louisville until he retired to The Villages, Florida.
He graduated from the University of Kentucky and Kentucky School of Mortuary Science. Tom was the fourth generation owner and funeral director of the McAfee Funeral Home. He was a member and served as president of the Preferred Funeral Directors International. Tom also served in the Army National Guard.
Tom was a dedicated family man who lived a life of service to his country, community and church. He was an avid supporter of U of L athletics.
He is survived by his loving wife Brenda McAfee; daughters, Debbie Baldwin (Richard), Amy Schmidt (Brian) and Beth McAfee; sister Mary Witten; step-daughters, Natalie Vessels, Deandra Vetter and Lanette Vetter, along with ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, January 22nd at Ratterman and Sons, 3800 Bardstown Road. Visitation will be Sunday from 3-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private at Resthaven. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences may be left at www.ratterman.com.
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Don Williams
January 20, 2018
Tom was my closest cousin. We grew up together, went to college together, best man in wedding, and many many good times together. A longtime, dependable friend even 1,000 miles apart. I have and will always miss him.
Brenda, we send our condolences and thanks for caring for him these last years. Celebrate his life in this difficult time.
Love, Don & Sally
Jacob Arnold
January 19, 2018
Amy, Beth, and Debbie I am so sorry for your loss. You know I thought the world of your father and enjoyed talking to him when he came to visit Beth. Love, Jake
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Jan
21
Visitation
3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home - Bardstown3800 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218
Jan
22
Funeral service
11:00 a.m.
Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home - Bardstown3800 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218
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