Kathleen Ann Rector
Kathleen Ann Rector
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Kathleen Ann Rector, 69 of Bowling Green, died Monday, October 13, 2025 at Signature Healthcare.
She was the daughter of the late Jack and Florence Henderly Smith. She was a retired secretary at Hospice. Kathleen loved reading, spending time with grandson and watching tv.
Her survivors include her daughter, Carmon Barnett (Derek); two grandchildren, Ethan and Logan Barnett; one sister, Linda Hargett; two nieces, Angela Embry and Sandy Neal; and several great nieces and nephews.
There will be no service held as the family will honor her wish to be cremated. Hardy & Son Funeral Home, Bowling Green Chapel is in charge of the cremation.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
3098 Louisville Road, Bowling Green, KY 42101
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