Brad Owen

Ellis “Brad” Bradley Owen
September 15, 1947 – February 21, 2026

Ellis “Brad” Bradley Owen, 78, passed peacefully at Baptist Health in Madisonville, KY on February 21, 2026.

Brad was a man of simple joys, steady faith, and deep love for his family. He found great happiness in casting a line on a quiet day of fishing, enjoying the excitement of the races, and sharing in fellowship with others. For a season of his life, he faithfully played the organ at church, “The Well” in Providence, KY, blessing his congregation with music that lifted hearts and filled the sanctuary with God’s presence.  Brad was also a very dedicated worker, serving over 50 years as a tool & die maker at Gibbs Die Casting in Henderson, KY.

He was preceded in death by his parents, David Loyd Owen and Clara Emeline (Greenlee) Owen, and his siblings: Lorean Hunt, Bill Owen, Laverne Hill, Glenna Odom, Jean Brown, Mary Ford, Sherman Owen, Coy Owen, Opal Owen, and Dana Leon Owen.

Brad leaves behind his loving wife of 56 years, Judith Ann (Rich) Owen; his step-son, Robert Allen (Joy) Watson of Lexington, Kentucky; his daughter, Millissa Cher Owen of Wheatcroft, Kentucky; his grandson, Michael Gardner of Lexington, Kentucky; his granddaughter, Marriah (Ben) Littrell of Harrodsburg, Kentucky; and four great-grandsons, John, Tony, and Elijah Littrell, and Lennox Vazquez and his faithful grand dog Rayna.

He is also survived by five siblings: Angela Perkins, Arnella Farmer, Margie Pohl, Grady Owen, and Roy David Owen, along with many extended family members and friends who will cherish his memory.

Brad will be remembered for his gentle spirit, his love of music and the outdoors, and the quiet, steady way he cared for those around him. His life was a melody of faith, family, and simple pleasures, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Funeral services will be Friday, February 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Vanover Funeral Home in Clay.  Pastor Tim Rigdon will be officiating.  Burial will be in Rocksprings Cemetery in Wheatcroft.  Visitation will be Friday 10:00 AM till service time at the funeral home.

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