Benny Holland Handy, 88, was born October 15, 1937 in Green County, KY to the late Herbert Lewis Handy and Sally Edna Hayes Handy. He departed this life Thursday, September 17, 2026 at his home in Louisville, KY.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of 4th Avenue United Methodist Church in Louisville. Benny served in the United States Army Reserve, 100th Division from 1959-1961. He was a State Representative of KY from 1979-1984 and worked for the City of Louisville in the Neighborhood Development Department during Mayor Harvey Sloane's term. He enjoyed farming, raising cattle, gardening and Historic Restoration of Old Homes Preservationist.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one son, Frederick “Fred” Handy; two sisters: Virginia Tutt and Opal Tutt; and three brothers: Homer Handy, Ed Handy and Harold Handy.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Reba Ellen Chapman Handy of Louisville

1 son: Gregory Handy & significant other Dale Anne Rennie of Louisville

1 sister: Wilma Landis

2 brothers & one sister-in-law: Bill & Mae Handy and Rex Handy, all of Greensburg

A host of other relatives & friends

Following Mr. Handy’s wishes, the family chose cremation.

Memorial Service: Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 2:00pmCT at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY

Burial: Greensburg Cemetery

The family has requested in lieu of flowers, please make expressions of sympathy to your favorite charity.

Online condolences: www.fostertolercurryfh.com