Joseph Wayne "Pete" Hargett

Joseph Wayne "Pete" Hargett obituary, Berry, KY

Joseph Wayne "Pete" Hargett

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Joseph Hargett Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Woodhead Funeral Home - Falmouth on Nov. 9, 2025.

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Joseph Wayne "Pete" Hargett of Falmouth, 78, passed away Friday, November 7, 2025, at the Hospice of Hope in Maysville. Pete was born in Bracken County on December 31, 1946, the son of the late Flora Hester Hargett and the late Homer Lee Hargett. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his 15 siblings.
Pete was proud to be a Vietnam Veteran. After his military service, he worked for Daugherty Lumber Company and later retired from Lowe's. Pete was a skilled craftsman and carpenter and enjoyed woodworking projects in his shop. He also enjoyed spending time with his family.
Pete is survived by his wife of 59 years, Rita Coleman Hargett and his children, Elaine (Lee) Randall and Julie (Matthew) Kirsch along with five grandchildren - Alex and Raegan Randall, Jordan, Austin, and Aaron Kirsch.
Visitation will be on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, from 10:00-1:00 pm at Woodhead Funeral Home in Falmouth, KY, with funeral service to follow at 1:00 pm. Pete's final resting place will be at Neave Cemetery in Bracken County, with full military honors by the Hardin-Browning Post #109. Memorials suggested to:
Hospice of Hope
909 Kenton Station Dr.
Maysville, KY 41056

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Woodhead Funeral Homes, Memorials & Cremation Service - Falmouth

310 W, Falmouth, KY 41040

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Funeral service

1:00 p.m.

Woodhead Funeral Homes, Memorials & Cremation Service - Falmouth

310 W, Falmouth, KY 41040

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