Kenneth Nell “Kenny” Janes, 88, of Columbia, KY passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Nortons Hospital in Louisville, KY. He was born on June 17, 1935 in Sparksville, KY to the late George and Sophia Petty Janes.

Mr. Janes was a member of the Egypt Christian Church, a veteran of the U.S. Army, and he and his wife were the owners and operators of the Green River Bait Shop. He enjoyed taking care of his two horses and spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Lois Feese Janes of Columbia, KY

4 children: David Curry, Lee Ann Wall (Garry), Randy Curry (Amy Monroe), and Terry Curry (Donna Hatcher) all of Columbia, KY

4 grandchildren: Dustin Brockman (Erin), Shelby Curry, Austin Curry (Caitlin Bronson), and Russell Curry

1 great-granddaughter: Skye Brockman

Several other friends & relatives

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Wesley Janes and several brothers and sisters.

Funeral Service: Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 2:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Patton and Bro. Larry Brown officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery with military honors provided by VFW 6097

Visitation: Saturday from 4:00pm-8:00pmCT and Sunday morning until time for the service

Pallbearers: Greg Smith, Barry Smith, Jacob Feese, Mike Curry, Mark Curry, and Stacey Akin. 

Honorary Pallbearers: Maxie Smith, Donnie Bennett, Joe Morgan, Carl Shirley, and the Egypt Christian Church Elders

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.