Michael Lee Kidwell

Michael Lee Kidwell obituary, Bardstown, KY

Michael Lee Kidwell

Michael Kidwell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Barlow Funeral Home - Bardstown on Feb. 15, 2024.

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Michael Lee Kidwell, 73, of Bardstown, passed away Wednesday February 14, 2024 at Kindred Hospital in Louisville. He was born September 2, 1950 in Bardstown, retired from General Electric, United States Army Veteran, enjoyed playing golf, and being with his family.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Sarah Lee Kidwell; parents, Stanley and Myrtle Kidwell; and three sisters, Kitty Huffman, Louise Struck, and Doris Putnam.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Reba Kidwell of Bardstown; three daughters, Candice (Randy) Downs of Bardstown, Wendy (David) Coomer of Bloomfield, and Mickie (Paul) Wheatley of Bardstown; seven grandchildren, Derrick Downs, Clay Downs, Morgan Keeling, Wyatt Wheatley, Wes Wheatley, Ryan Coomer, and Tori Hutchins; two great-grandchildren, Sophia and Levi; two sisters, Agnes Wright of Louisville, and Rebecca (Frank) Watts of Mt. Washington; and several nieces and nephews.
His memorial service will be 4 pm Saturday February 17, 2024 at Barlow Funeral Home, with inurnment in St. Gregory Cemetery. Rev. Rodney Lynch will officiate. Visitation will be 2 - 4 pm Saturday February 17 at Barlow Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may go to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Barlow Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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