Gay Ferrill Allen, 91, of Bardstown, died Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Hometown Manor Assisted Living. She was born Nov. 8, 1933, in Buffalo to the late Guy Ferrill and Mildred Ferrill Briggs.
She spent her childhood along a creek in Buffalo with three brothers and one sister. She was always proud to be from LaRue County and her Scott/Ferrill family there. She spent her married life and raised her children in Botland and Bardstown.
She spent her work life with the Bardstown City Schools and was a charter member of Parkway Baptist Church. If you knew her, it was likely through music. She sang in church, choirs, community choirs, and many weddings and funerals in the area over her lifetime. Her last few years were spent at Hometown Manor in Bardstown, where she enjoyed many friendships among the residents and wonderful staff there. Even in her last days, whenever there was music, you could find her singing there.
Sher was preceded in death by her husband, Jack R. Allen; and one son, Michael Allen.
She is survved by two daughters, Ramona Allen and Robin (Mark) Thompson; one son, Jack “Jay” (Lisa) Allen Jr.; five grandchildren, Grant (Macie) Thompson, Trey (Sara) Allen, Lori (Nathan) Petrie, Jessica (Kyle) McGrath, and Patrick (Krista) Thompson; five great-grandchildren, Jack Thompson, Nora Allen, McKenna Thompson, Millie McGrath, and Cooper McGrath; and several nieces and nephews.
The funeral is 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Barlow Funeral Home with Dr. James Carroll officiating, with a private burial in Bardstown Cemetery.
Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2025, and 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Barlow Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may go to Bread For Life Community Food Pantry, 219 E. Muir Ave. Bardstown, KY 40004.
Barlow Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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