Obituary: Francis Kevin Essex, 65, formerly of Loretto

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

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

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

The funeral is 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019, at Mattingly Funeral Home in Loretto with Deacon Joseph R. Dant officiating. Burial is in the St. Francis of Assisi Cemetery.

Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019, at Mattingly Funeral Home with a prayer service at 7 p.m.

Mattingly Funeral Home in Loretto is in charge of arrangements.

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