Sharon R. Houchens

By Editor | June 18, 2025 |

MERRY OAKS – Sharon R Houchens, age 55, was called to heaven, Sunday, June 15th, 2025, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green after a short but courageous and impactful life.

Sharon is deeply missed by her mother, Mary Houchens McPeak of Glasgow; two sons, Brandon Buckley (Tambra) of Merry Oaks, Clay Buckley of Merry Oaks; five of the most loved grandchildren, Mason, Kinsie, Yazmine, Tyja, and Tykayla; one treasured furbaby, Nova Lee; two brothers, Tommy Houchens (Sandy) of Glasgow, Ernest “Jr” Houchens (Kasey) of Bowling Green; three sisters, Dona Davenport (Bill) of Auburn, Rita Ragle Kelb (Ed) of Dunedin, Florida, and Rosie Ragle (Jerry) of Glasgow.

Sharon is now celebrating in heaven with her father, Ernest Houchens of Merry Oaks, her beloved brother Jerry Ragle of Glasgow, sister Janet Milton of Franklin, and daughter-in-law, Cheyenne Buckley (Clay) of Merry Oaks, along with several other friends and family members.

Sharon was a high school graduate of Barren County. She had a long and successful career as a deputy at the Barren County Correctional Facility, where she made a significant contribution and showed the world how a woman in law enforcement can perform admirably and have strong ethical principles, along with her fellow deputies and friends there.

Sharon has a deep love for her family and friends. She was and remains a steadfast presence in all their lives. Her hope was that her children and grandchildren continued to feel her love and devotion as they go through life.

While some may say rest in peace, Sharon is not resting, Sharon is celebrating and beaming a shine so bright that you will see her in every light.

Funeral services will be at 4:00 pm Friday, June 20th, at the Hatcher & Saddler Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday and after 2:00 pm Friday until time for services.

I have not left you, I am simply enjoying the next stage of my life. I am happy and free. I will always love you and smile, because one day, I will hold your hand and walk with you into this paradise. Remember, you are sad because you miss me, not because I am suffering or lost.