Jerry Lee Richey

Jerry Lee Richey, 77, of Lexington, Kentucky, loving and devoted husband to June Nickell Richey, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023, with family by his side. Jerry was born in Louisville on February 20, 1946, to the late Earl Richey and Dorothy “Dot” Bacon Richey. He was a graduate of Somerset High School and the University of Kentucky. He was a retired realtor, member of the First Christian Church of Somerset, an Eagle Scout, and a Veteran of the U.S. Army. He was an avid reader, enjoyed working crossword puzzles, watching UK Basketball, and spending time with his Thursday lunch and dinner groups. Jerry treasured being Grandpa Jerry, Granddaddy, and Peepaw to his grandchildren, and he was grateful for 20+ years of support and brotherhood through the AA community. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, June; twin children, Matthew Richey (Susan Tebbs) and Melissa Richey (Sebastian White); grandson, Willett Richey; brother, Joe Rudd (Michelle); nephew Andrew Rudd (Franciso Luciano); his wife’s children, Amy Brooks (Jerry Blanton) and Ben Brooks (Alex); grandchildren Madi (Chris) Gregory; Livi, Emily, and Connor Blanton; Harper and Ellie Brooks; great-grandson, Emerson Gregory; and sisters-in-law Donna (Bobby) Miller and Edie (Ken) Miller. He will be sorely missed by his two bichons Belle and Gracie. Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, September 11, at Betts & West Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Bales officiating. Burial and military honors will follow at Camp Nelson National Cemetery. Visitation will be held Sunday, September 10, from 2:00 – 6:00 PM, at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Joe Rudd, Matt Richey, Willett Richey, Johnny Bacon, Bob Stubblefield, and Barry Burkett. Honorary bearers will be Ben Brooks, Steve Reid, Jim McGee, Marvin DeBell, Tom McConnell, Charlie Norton, Russ Tucker, Billy Forbess, and Jock Gum. Jerry was predeceased by dear friends Bill Rea, David Lowe, and Dick Martin. Memorial gifts may be made to the Lexington Humane Society. Betts & West is honored to serve Jerry and his family in their time of need. An online guestbook is available at http://www.BettsAndWestFuneralHome.com