Kenneth Gephart

Kenneth “Kenny” Gephart, 89, of Shelbyville, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at his home.

He was born December 26, 1935, in Rush County, the son of Clarence and Lillie (Bogue) Gephart. On January 24, 1958, he married Shirley Andrews, and she preceded him in death on August 27, 2022.

Kenny is survived by his children, Tammy Carter of Indianapolis, and Kevin Gephart and Sandra Farber, both of Rushville; sister, Barbara Branson of Ray’s Crossing; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and many wonderful friends and neighbors.

In addition to Shirley, Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; brother, James Gephart; sister, Judy Gwinn; granddaughter, Annie Carter; and daughter-in-law, Ginny Gephart.

He was a member of Ray’s Crossing Christian Union Church, and graduated from High School in Shelby County.

Kenny served in the National Guard for nine years.

He retired from GE Wellman, where he was a welder and brick mason, in 2007, with 42 years of service. Kenny was a lifelong farmer.

Kenny enjoyed going fishing, farming and spending time with his loving family.

Services have been entrusted to Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ray’s Crossing Christian Union Church, Wounded Warriors, Veterans of Foreign Wars or Disabled American Veterans.

Online condolences may be shared with Kenny’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.