Joseph Ray “Jody” Mudd , 68, of Bardstown, died Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at his home. He was born Jan. 7, 1958. He worked at American Greetings before retiring and was an avid fan of the UK Wildcats.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Gonza and Carolyn Mudd.
He is survived by his twin sister, Mary Kay Beard of Bardstown; two nephews, Jason (Amanda) Beard of Loretto and Justin (Kayla Carter) Beard of Bardstown; two nieces, Julie (Ryan) Neeley of Fern Creek and Jamie (Colt Burris) Beard of Springfield; two great-nieces, Ava Grace Neeley and Abreyelle Paige Neeley; and eight great-nephews, Tyler Beard, Jordan Neeley, Tay Neeley, Kobe Neeley, Labron Neeley, Clayton Tungate, Nathan Tungate, and Xavier Graves.
He requested cremation followed by a burial at St. Joseph Cemetery. The graveside service is 1 p.m. Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the cemetery.
Barlow Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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