Marion Hutcheson, 88, of Henderson, KY, went to be with the Lord at 8:21 p.m. on Monday, October 14, 2024, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital, surrounded by his family.

He was born on October 6, 1936, in Henderson Kentucky, where he remained for the rest of his life. Marion was a farmer for most of his life and was also employed by Gibbs Die Casting for 30 years. Marion was a 1956 graduate of Henderson City High School where he was the manager of the football team. He met the love of his life, June Irvin, on a blind date in 1958, and they were married in 1960. They had a wonderful marriage, enjoying 64 years together and were the proud parents of F.M. "Hutch" and Kimberly.

Marion was an honorary Kentucky Colonel, and he was held in high regard by those who knew him. More than anything else, Marion enjoyed spending time with his family. He was blessed to have them nearby and enjoyed attending his grandsons' school and sporting events. He also enjoyed traveling with his family and making memories. He developed a love of sports in his retirement and enjoyed watching basketball and football games on television.

Marion and June attend New Hope Pentecostal Church in Henderson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank K. and Elizabeth R. Hutcheson; his brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Betty Hutcheson; and his brother, Lester Hutcheson.

Survivors include his wife, June Hutcheson; his son, F.M. "Hutch" Hutcheson Jr., and his wife, Denise, of Newburgh, IN; grandson, Joshua Hutcheson and his wife, Caitlyn, of Chandler, IN; grandson, Matthew Hutcheson of San Diego, CA; his daughter, Kimberly Darr, and grandsons, Justin and Jacob Darr, all of Henderson, KY; as well as nephews and cousins.

Services will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Rudy-Rowland Funeral Home. The Reverend Tony Payne will officiate. Burial will be in Fernwood Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home.

The family would like to give special thanks to the Neuro Intensive Care Nursing Staff at Deaconess Gateway Hospital for the excellent care and compassion that was shown to Marion and the family.

Online condolences may be made at www.rudyrowland.com.