Regal Henry Baldwin

Regal Henry Baldwin, 73, of Crab Orchard, Kentucky passed away October 25, 2025, while surrounded by his loving family, at his residence. Regal was born in Stanford, Kentucky on September 12, 1952 to the late Eldon and Doris Eaton Baldwin. He was married to Diane Hendrickson on June 12, 1971 at the Crab Orchard Church of God, and they enjoyed 54 years of marriage together and enjoyed wonderful togetherness and never had to spend many days apart. Regal was a Christian who loved the Lord. He loved to fix things, and enjoyed painting. He loved to ride horses, ride motorcycles, and drive in the snow, always keeping on the go. He was a perfectionist in everything from concrete work, to forming and framing both small and large jobs. His most notable work was being foreman and overseer of the building construction of the Kentucky Supreme Court of Appeals, also was the overseer of the renovation of the Kentucky State Capitol grounds during the Martha Lane Collins administration. He kept writing journals of his various work projects even during his most recent illness.
Survivors Include:
Wife of 54 Years, Diane Hendrickson Baldwin
One Son, Philip and Wife, Teresa Baldwin
Two Grandchildren
Trey and Wife, Alli Baldwin
Bailee and Fiance' Austin Middleton
Two Great Grandchildren
Mary Kathrine Baldwin and Bristol Ann Middleton
One Sister, Malinda Caldwell
One Brother, Dean Baldwin
As well as several nieces and nephews whom he loved so dearly.
In addition to his parents, Regal was preceded in death by brother, Vernon Baldwin, as well as two infant siblings, Cecil and Emma Baldwin.
Funeral Date and Time: 1:00 PM on Thursday, October 30, 2025
Place of Funeral: McKnight Funeral Home Chapel at 147 Main Street, Crab Orchard, Kentucky 40419
Officiating Minister: Bro. Stephen VanHook
Place of Burial: Ephesus Baptist Church Cemetery
Visitation will be Wednesday, Oct. 29th, 2025 starting at 5:00 PM at the McKnight Funeral Home Chapel.
Pallbearers Include: Chris Baldwin, Bobby Dean Caldwell, Merle Baldwin, Neal Simpson, Kevin Hendrickson and Johnny Ray Baldwin
Honorary Pallbearers: Carl Rouse and Wayne King
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Ephesus Baptist Church Cemetery Mowing Fund, at 4771 Pine Grove Rd., Crab Orchard, KY 40419, or to Samaritan's Purse, at P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607