Cody Wayne Downey, 29, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville. He was born December 18, 1996 in Somerset, KY, a son of David and Crystal McClister George.

Cody was employed at Dana Incorporated at the time of his passing. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and putting his mechanical skills to work whenever he had a chance.

SURVIVORS:

His parents: David and Crystal McClister George of Russell Springs

1 son: Ezekiel Kaleb Copen

Grandparents: Linda George and Dale George of Russell Springs

2 brothers: Christian Downey and Zachary George of Russell Springs

5 sisters: Kisha (and Jeremy) Darnell of Cave City, Courtney Downey, Brooklyn Downey, Gina (and Terry) McQueary, and Emiliee Downey, all of Russell Springs

He was preceded in death by his adoptive mother, Betty Downey.

Funeral Service: Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Scott Proctor officiating

Burial: Russell Springs City Cemetery

Visitation: Beginning at 11:00 AM on Thursday

Pallbearers: Jeremy Darnell, Chantz Montgomery, Jonathan Irvin, Hunter Gray, Tyler Epley, and Dillon Maynard

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.