Carl Edward (Eddie) Feltner Obituary (1948

Carl Edward (Eddie) Feltner, age 76, of East Bernstadt, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025. He leaves behind his loving wife of 52 years, Phyllis DeZarn Feltner; three children, Paula Feltner Roark & husband Rodney of Georgetown, KY, Lorrie Feltner DeRosa & husband Ed of Goshen, KY, Kyle Edward Feltner & wife Kaelah of Berea, KY; two sisters, Lucille Taylor of Blackwater, KY, Debbie Acciardo & husband Gilbert of East Bernstadt, KY; nine grandchildren, Kaleb Ethan Roark, Madeline Grayce Roark, Edward James DeRosa III, Carleigh Anne DeRosa, Dominic Ray DeRosa, Heidi Kyleah Fayeth Feltner, Everlee Reese Hacker, Jack Wilder Hacker, Emery-June Feltner; his sisters-in-law, Betty Feltner, Helen Feltner; plus a host of other family and friends to cherish his memory. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray & Mary Francis Underwood Feltner; four siblings, Fern Durham, William “Bill” Feltner, Lonnie “Mose” Feltner, Moss Feltner; his sister-in-law, Geneva Feltner; two brothers-in-law, Don Taylor, Jack Durham. Eddie was a beloved husband, father, and friend. A retired truck driver, he dedicated 47 years of hard work to Laurel Grocery, where he built lasting relationships with his customers and colleagues. Eddie was a proud veteran who honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. As a sheet metal repairman, he was responsible for maintaining and cleaning the Huey helicopters that carried Agent Orange. His service meant the world to him, and it made his day when people thanked him for it. A man of strong faith, Eddie was a lifelong member of East Bernstadt Methodist Church, joining at the age of 10. He was active in the youth group, served on many church boards, and was an usher until his illness in 2020. He lived by the motto JOY—Jesus first, Others second, Yourself last—a guiding principle in his life. Eddie had a passion for gardening, ensuring not a single weed stood in his way. He loved fishing, playing and coaching little league softball, and cheering for UK basketball. A skilled craftsman, he built his own barn with electric and water, and converted the carport into a family room both with no formal training. In his younger years, he worked at the London Country Club, where his strong work ethic was recognized and respected. He was a man who made people feel special, especially children, always playing with them and earning the affectionate nickname "Papaw" at Laurel Heights. His warm personality, kindness, and integrity made him easily loved. Customers along his truck route valued him so much that they often gave him gifts. Eddie adored his wife, Phyllis, always bringing her flowers as a token of his love. He cherished farm sales, fried catfish, and Paula’s brownies. He was a devoted father who, when his children were young and he was on the road, never missed a night calling them with the same words of wisdom: Work hard in school, help your mother, brush your teeth—I love you. His word was his bond, and he was always early. Eddie’s legacy of love, faith, and dedication will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. A funeral service honoring Eddie Feltner will be held on Monday, March 10, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of House-Rawlings Funeral Home with Norm Brock officiating. Interment will follow at the Ray Feltner Family Cemetery in East Bernstadt, Kentucky. Military honors will be provided by the local DAV Chapter 158 of Keavy, Kentucky. The pallbearers will be Bobby Phillips, Rodney Roark, Kaleb Roark, Ed DeRosa, Charles Wyatt, Eldon Wyatt and Ronnie Sparks. The grandchildren are honorary pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Monday beginning at 12:00 p.m. until the funeral hour, also at the funeral home. Anyone wishing to make a donation in Eddie’s honor can do so by giving to the Isaiah House, the Ronald McDonald House or to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The family has entrusted House-Rawlings Funeral Home with the arrangements. The family has requested that services be Livestreamed: Click here to view Livestream of Funeral Service