David Ray Acrey's obituary , Passed away on February 16, 2026 in Franklin, Kentucky

David Ray Acrey

August 8, 1951 - February 16, 2026 (74 years old)

Franklin, Kentucky

David Ray Acrey's obituary , Passed away on February 16, 2026 in Franklin, Kentucky

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gilbert Funeral Home

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David Ray Acrey

August 8, 1951 - February 16, 2026 (74 years old)

Franklin, Kentucky

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David Ray Acrey Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved David Ray Acrey (Franklin, Kentucky), born in New Castle, Indiana, who passed away at the age of 74, on February 16, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of David Ray Acrey to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Herbert Walker Acrey and Mary Helen Acrey (Guffey); and his brother Herbert Keith Acrey. He is survived by: his wife Judy Acrey; his children, Davey Acrey (Laura) of Bowling Green, KY, Dana Griffis (David) of Bowling Green, KY, Bobby Kent (Tracy) of Franklin, KY and Jennifer Brock (Kevin) of Bowling Green, KY.; his grandchildren, Davis, Maecy, Jonas, Josiah, Joseph, Ruthie, McKenna, Cooper, Kaylyn (Jacob), Eli, Kelci, Lexie, Jordan and Taylor; his great grandchildren, Hadley, Oakley and Rayleigh; his siblings, Joyce Hicks (Leland) of Albany, KY, Judy Ledbetter (Kenny) of Monticello, KY, Chuck Acrey (Rita) of Monticello, KY and Patsy Gregory of Lexington; and his children, Joe Grace and Mary Grace.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to The Rosie Foundation, P.O. Box 301, Franklin, KY 42135-0301.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gilbert Funeral Home



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Feb 21

Visitation

Gilbert Funeral Home
325 W Cedar St, Franklin, KY 42134

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Feb 22

Visitation

Gilbert Funeral Home
325 W Cedar St, Franklin, KY 42134

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Feb 22

Funeral service

Gilbert Funeral Home
325 W Cedar St, Franklin, KY 42134

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Feb 22

Burial

Greenlawn Cemetery
420 Cemetery St, Franklin, KY 42134

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