Charles Merdith Votaw, age 84 of Lebanon, passed away Friday, August 18, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born January 23, 1939, in Washington County.  He was a retired employee of Byrd Vinyl Products in Bardstown.  He served in the Kentucky National Guard.  His favorite hobby was camping with his friends. He enjoyed watching western movies.  He was a loving dad, grandfather, and friend.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Doris "Libby" Downs Votaw; one granddaughter, Stacy Jo Lawson; his parents, Hershel and Ressie Mae Harlow Votaw; one brother-in-law, Johnny Turner.

Survivors include four daughters, Ramona Lawson (Troy) of Loretto, Shelby Price (Terry) of Lebanon, Renee Nalley (Richie) and Meredith Lasure (Chris) all of Bardstown, nine grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren; one sister, Helen Doris Turner of Mackville; one brother, Wallace Votaw (Gloria) of Crestwood.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 am Monday, August 21, 2023, at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto.  Rev. Clellan Hays will officiate.  Interment will follow in Saint Francis of Assisi Cemetery where military rites will be conducted by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard.

Visiting hours are 3-8 pm Sunday at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto.

Memorials may go to Nelson County Special Olympics.