In Memoriam
Dr. Jerry Allen Jul 31, 1960 — Jan 16, 2025
Jerry Mark Allen, of Science Hill, Kentucky, passed on January 16, 2025 at the Bowling Green Medical Center in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
He was born July 31, 1960 to the late George and Dorthy and many of his happy childhood memories included his gospel songs. He loved listening to and playing the guitar to bluegrass, country, and gospel music. He adored his family and his fur-babies (cats). He earned his Doctor of Veterinary years in his chosen profession, caring for sick, helpless, well, and weak animals. His favorite part of veterinary medicine was surgery.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Dorthy (Hickey) Allen; and two brothers, James Allen and Ray Allen. He is survived by his loving wife, Debra Ann Leigh Allen, Church in Eubank, Kentucky; a special niece, Stacey (Darron) Absher, of Science Hill, Kentucky; a special nephew, Kevin (Cierra) Wesley, of Lexington, Kentucky; great nieces and nephew whom he cherished, Maddie-Sue Absher, Leighcy Absher, Coraline Wesley, and Easton Wesley; one brother, friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
The Lord called him home to take care of his fur babies that have crossed the rainbow bridge. The family is asking for prayers.
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Richard Allan Arrington June 24, 1945 - August 21, 2026
Richard “Rick” Allan Arrington, 81, entrepreneur, aviator, businessman, adventurer, husband, father, and co-founder away on August 21, 2026.
Born June 24, 1945, in Hinsdale, Illinois, Rick showed an entrepreneurial streak early on. He moved to Louisville in the mid-1970s, where he met veterinarian Dr. Patricia Kennedy through the Louisville Ski Club. They married in 1976, beginning a partnership of more than 50 years. In into one of the country’s most successful independently owned animal hospitals. Rick especially cherished sharing the business with his son, Adam.
Beyond work, Rick was an instrument-rated pilot, a champion hot air balloon pilot known as “The Puppy Balloon,” and an avid golfer, skier, and diver who loved cooking for his family and traveling to Cocoa Beach, Jackson Hole, and Palm Springs.
Rick is survived by his wife, Dr. Patricia Kennedy Arrington, and son, Adam Arrington. He was preceded in death by his
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Friends of Metro Animal Services (502-574-5667) or
FamilyScholarHouse.org (502-584-8090).
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