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Ed Matheny, 76, Green County, KY (1947-2024)

Edward John Matheny of Greensburg, Kentucky, son of the late Joseph Earl Matheny and Virginia Eleanor Connolly, was born on June 26, 1947. He departed this life on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, having attained the age of 76 years, ten months and 11 days.

He served our Country honorably having retired with over 22 years of service in the United States Navy. Having achieved the rank of Master Chief, Mr. Matheny was also a prior instructor at the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. Commendations from his time in military service include Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal (4), National Defense Service Medal, Navy Achievement Medal with Combat "V", Navy "E" Ribbon (4), Navy Commendation Medal (4), Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Over Seas Service Ribbon and Good Conduct Award (5).


Ed was a member of the Knights of Columbus, life member of the American Legion, and a life member of Disabled American Veterans. He was of the Catholic faith.

He was a lifelong biker and was a member of the Kentucky Motorcycle Association, a Midnight Rider, and a lifetime member of the Motorcycle Riders Association.

He is survived by his wife of over 47 years, Maryann Gregory Matheny, having united in marriage on October 29, 1976 in Dunoon, Scotland.

In addition to his wife, Maryann Matheny of Greensburg, other survivors include one sister and brother-in-law: Virginia and Jack Roberts of Greensburg; plus a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by one brother, John Matheny.

The Funeral Mass for Mr. Edward John Matheny will be conducted at 10amCT on Friday, May 10, 2024 at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Greensburg under the direction of the Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home.

Interment will be at 1:30pmCT on Friday at the Lebanon National Cemetery with full military honors provided by the Marion County Veteran's Honor Guard.

Expressions of sympathy are requested to be made in the form of donations to Taylor County SPCA, which can be made at the funeral home.


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