Francis Kevin Essex, age 65, formerly of Loretto, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2019 at Christian Heights Nursing and Rehab in Pembroke, KY. He was born May 5, 1954 in Marion County.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Edward and Fredaline Blair Essex; one brother, Charles Gary Essex.

Survivors include one daughter, Amy Turner of Mount Washington; two grandsons, Dylan and Devin Crow; one great-granddaughter, Mila Crowe; three sisters, Stephanie Mattingly and Denise Mann both of Loretto and Debbie Williamson (Joe) of Saint Francis; one brother, Joe Essex of Loretto.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto. Rev. Deacon Joseph R. Dant will preside. Burial will follow in Saint Francis of Assisi Cemetery.

Visitation is 3-8 PM Tuesday at Mattingly Funeral Home with a prayer service at 7 PM.