Freddy McGowan, 81, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026 at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation in Jamestown, KY. He was born on January 29, 1945 in Cincinnati, Ohio, a son of the late Elvis and Susie Tucker McGowan.

Mr. McGowan was a retired dairy and tobacco farmer.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Todd (and Melissa) McGowan of Russell Springs

2 daughters: Traci (and Erik) Wesley of Berea and Cathy (and James) McFee of Russell Springs

1 brother: Frankie McGowan of Russell Springs

Sister-in-law: Linda McGowan of Russell Springs

Brother-in-law: Dennis Bailey of Columbia

4 grandchildren: Joshua Dye of Berea, Ayden McGowan, Aaron McGowan, and Ashley Gallagher, all of Russell Springs

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Jackie Bailey of Russell Springs; two brothers: Ewell Gene McGowan of Glasgow and Desmond McGowan of Russell Springs; and an infant grandson, Justin Glover.

Cremation rites were honored according to the family’s wishes. A private ceremony will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.