Richard “Dick” Stockton

Mr. Richard F. “Dick” Stockton of Burkesville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, in Campbellsville, Kentucky having attained the age of 96 years, 4 months, and 14 days. He was born on Friday, August 23, 1929, in Tennessee, the son of John & Ruby (Smith) Stockton. Dick was of the Christian faith and a dedicated member of Leslie Methodist Church. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. A hardworking and independent man, he was self-employed as a farmer for many years and found joy in country life. He was also a devoted University of Kentucky Wildcats fan and rarely missed an opportunity to cheer for his team. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Margie Jenell (Neathery) Stockton, whom he wed on Saturday, August 12, 1950, and sister, Patsy Shirley.

He is survived by his children, John Richard (& Brenda) Stockton of Tampa, Florida, Vikki (& Tommy) Garmon of Bowling Green, Kentucky, Susan (& Patrick) Pitcock of Bowling Green, Kentucky, Lori (& Scott) Rigsby of Campbellsville, Kentucky; grandchildren, John Curtis Stockton, Cayce Davenport, Jason Garmon, Sean Garmon, Brian Harmon, Kevin Harmon, Mark Rigsby, Maggie Rigsby, Autumn Rigsby, Matt Rigsby, Kelsey Rigsby, great-grandchildren, Lash Davenport, Emmett Davenport, Cole Stockton, Kharli Stockton, Cruz Stockton, Samanatha Garmon, Logan Garmon, Bodhi Garmon, Lily Harmon, Henry Harmon, Kiah Hill, Kaiden Hill, Krue Warner, and Malakai Rigsby.

The funeral service was conducted on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. in The Memory Chapel of Norris-New Funeral Home with Bro. Gary Cash officiating. Casket Bearers were Brian Harmon, Patrick Pitcock, Mark Rigsby, Tommy Garmon, Kevin Harmon, and John Curtis. Military Honors were given by DAV Chapter 105 of Monticello, Kentucky. Burial was in the Stockton Cemetery in Cumberland County, Kentucky. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to the Hosparus Health Care of Green River.

Norris-New Funeral Home in Burkesville, Kentucky was honored to be in charge of all the arrangements.   

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