With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Rufus Edward Durden of Independence, Kentucky, born in Pearson, Georgia, who passed away on December 28, 2023 at the age of 91. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his brother John Wallace Durden. He is survived by : his wife MaryAnne Durden; his children, Kathryn Bradds (Tony) of Bridgetown, OH, Daniel Edward Durden (Leslie) of Harrisburg, PA and Karl Benjamin Durden (Kelly) of Taylor Mill, KY.; and his grandchildren, Paige Menkins (Dan), Jessica Harlow (Brett), Lindsay Riehle (Keith), Ben Durden (Rachel), Kayla Kreft (Kyle), Nathen Durden and Hannah Musick (Jeremy).

Memorial contributions may be made in Dr. Durden's memory to: Nicholson Christian Church, 1970 Walton Nicholson Rd, Independence, KY 41051.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Stanley Funeral Homes