Charles David "Bulldog" Mattingly

Charles David “Bulldog” Mattingly, 83, of Shelbyville, formerly of New Haven, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Hosparus Inpatient Care Center in Louisville. Born June 9, 1943, in Marion County, he worked as a mechanic and, alongside his brother Jimmy, formerly operated the old Texaco station in New Haven. He enjoyed dirt track racing, fishing, hunting, and relaxing on the screened-in porch with a glass of sweet tea. He was of the Catholic faith.

He was preceded in death by two daughters, Cindy Marie Mattingly and Gwendolyn Ann Mattingly; his parents, George Rodney and Mary Ruby Hagan Mattingly; two sisters, Nancy Donnelly and Margie Ryan; three brothers, Jimmy, Tommy, and Leon Mattingly.

Survivors include four sons, Davey Mattingly (David) of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Brad Mattingly (Tracy) of Shelbyville, Brian Mattingly and Todd Mattingly (Jamie), all of Loretto; nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; one sister, Rita Butler (Sam) of Marysville, Indiana; four brothers, Marcy Mattingly and Danny Mattingly (Darnell) all of Loretto, Frank Mattingly (Martha) of Bardstown and Bobby Mattingly of Holy Cross and a host of many loving nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Charles David “Bulldog” Mattingly will be held at 6 pm Monday, October 26, 2026 at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto. Rev. Deacon Joseph R. Dant will officiate. Cremation will follow.

The visitation is 3-6 pm Monday at Mattingly Funeral Home.

The family extends a special thank-you to his medical team and the loving family members who helped care for him.

Memorials may go to Dementia Society of America.