Earnest Lee Denny

GLASGOW – Earnest Lee Denny, 84, passed away on October 29, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 25, 1942, in Monticello, Kentucky, to the late Douglas Denny and Janie Rigney Denny.

Earnest proudly served his country in the United States Navy, where he worked as an electronics technician and communications engineer. After completing his military service, he continued his career as a maintenance electrician, working at Mallory, Eaton, and Akebono in Glasgow, Kentucky. He attended Calvary Baptist Church, where he valued the friendships, fellowship, and sense of community he found among his church family.

Those who knew Earnest will remember a man with a warm heart, an encouraging word, and a positive outlook on life. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who treasured his family and the time spent with those he loved. He enjoyed staying active and could often be found at the local gym, working out or participating in his favorite yoga classes. He also looked forward to his mornings at the Liar’s Corner at George J’s, where he enjoyed good conversation, laughter, and the company of friends.

He is survived by his daughters, Myrita Phillips (Donald) and Shannon Bell (Wendell); his grandchildren, Jeremy Phillips (Sara), Dustin Phillips (Holly), and Savannah Traynor (Caleb); and his great-grandchildren, Riley Phillips, Harper Phillips, Isaac Phillips, Annaleigh Phillips, Penelope Phillips, Flynn Traynor, and soon-to-arrive Caspian Traynor. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews and a special friend, Beatrice Nunn, whose companionship was a meaningful part of his life. His love, kindness, and the memories he created will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Francis Geraldine McCoy Denny; his brothers, Kermit, Hobart, Eugene, Jimmy, and Earl; and his sister, Alene Branham.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at A.F. Crow & Son Funeral Home, with burial to follow at Glasgow Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will be held Saturday from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and will resume Sunday morning until the time of service at the funeral home.

Military honors will be provided by Glasgow DAV Chapter #20.