Barry Lynn Hibbard Sr.

Barry Lynn Hibbard, Sr., 71, widower of Ella May Hibbard, passed away Monday, January 6, 2025. Born on February 9, 1953, in Lexington, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Dorothy Williams and Oliver Perry Hibbard.
A proud veteran of the United States Navy, Barry retired from Dixie Cup after many years of service as a maintenance technician. He was a devoted father, grandfather, and friend, and cherished time spent with his family and friends. Barry loved attending his grandchildren's events, always showing up to cheer them on with a proud smile. His deep love for family extended beyond his own children, as he was a beloved member of the Smokehouse guys' group.
Barry was an avid outdoorsman, with a particular passion for hunting, especially deer. He also enjoyed riding his Harley.
He is survived by his son, Barry (Ashley) Hibbard, Jr.; his other children, Stacy Maloney and Michael (Melissa) Bowman; his sister, Michelle Gipson; and his grandchildren, Abigail Hibbard, Kaylee Inman, Kenna (Landon) Scheffel, Bella Hibbard, Drake Hibbard, Jared Maloney, Jaelyn Maloney, Jack Maloney, Kendall Moore, Mason Bowman, and MacKenzie Howell. He is also survived by his great-grandchild, Ezel Maloney.
In addition to his parents and late wife, Ella, he was preceded in death by his brother, Perry Hibbard.
Visitation will be held on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Clark Legacy Center, Frankfort, KY. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 1:00 pm at the funeral home, officiated by Pastor Landon Copley, followed by a graveside service at 2:00 pm at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Frankfort, KY, complete with military honors. Pallbearers will be Arthur Moore, Denny Moore, Doug Young, Dave Bott, Dick Kent, and Josh Sherman. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ken Stewart, Gary Schaeffer, Boots Doughty, Barry Kowalik, Don Hensley, and Rick Reiss. A reception will follow the graveside service from 2:30-4:30pm at Clark Legacy Center in the Legacy building.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Foundation in memory of Barry.
For check donations, please make payable to:
Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Foundation
PO Box 4115
Frankfort, KY 40604
Please include "In memory of Barry Lynn Hibbard, Sr." in the subject line.
For online donations, visit:
Donate to the KFWF General Fund
Please include Barry's name in the notes box at checkout.
Barry's legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to family will live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him.