Stephen A. Braden, 64, of Philpot, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2020 while under the care of Hospice of Western Kentucky. He was born February 13, 1956 in Daviess County to the late Alva Artemus and Mary Ruth Barlow Braden. Stephen retired from Modern Welding as a welder. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, hunting, and playing his guitar.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter Stephanie Howard; and three brothers, Kenneth, Jerry, and Gary Braden.
He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Joy Hale Braden; two grandchildren, Katelyn Howard and Cortney Braden; brother, Alva Braden (Donna); two sisters, Ruth Ann Hendricks (Rod) and Cathy Heath (John); and several nieces and nephews.
In compliance with health and public safety directives, private family services will be held at James H. Davis Funeral Home & Crematory. Burial will be at Bells Run Cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to the Stephen Braden Memorial Fund, c/o James H. Davis Funeral Home, 3009 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY 42301.
Or, if you would like to donate to the family, please visit Stephen A. Braden Tribute Fund.