Carl Tilford Burkhead

1934 - 2018

Carl Tilford Burkhead obituary, 1934-2018, Louisville, KY

BORN

1934

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Arch L. Heady at Resthaven

4400 Bardstown Road

Louisville, Kentucky

Carl Burkhead Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 6, 2018.

Carl Tilford Burkhead, 83, of Louisville, is survived by his wife, of 63 years, Marilyn; children, Rick Burkhead (Jenny), Terri Wilhelmi (Dan), Patti Schott-Cobb (Joe Cobb, Jr.), and Andy Burkhead; seven grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son in-law, David Schott, Sr.

Carl was a 50 year employee of Mann Chemical Co, a member of Lewis-Parkland Masonic Temple No.638, Aahmed Grotto, The Scottish Rite, and a Shriner.

Visitation will be from 3pm to 8 pm on Monday, January 8, 2018 at Arch L. Heady at Resthaven, 4400 Bardstown Rd.

A celebration of Carl's Life will be held at 12 pm Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at the funeral home.

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January 9, 2018

Marty Decker

We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayer to everyone may God comfort you during these times of hardship and pain. Carl will always be with you, all you have do is look into your soul and you will see him. With love and Kindness from the Decker Family.

January 7, 2018

Bill Akers

We are so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. His friendship will be missed. Love, Patti, Billy and Jenny Akers

January 7, 2018

Karen Halterman

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 7, 2018

I am very sorry for the loss for the entire family our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time love Melinda Matthew and Eli Thornton

January 7, 2018

Patty Forbes

My deepest condolence for The Burkhead Family ......... From myself Patty Forbes & From Brownsville Karaoke Stars We love you all so very much & pray for God's comfort in the road ahead..... We will miss Our Lil Buddy Carl so very much but always have the best memories & of our wonderful talks to cherish in our heart ❤. May God Bless You all

January 7, 2018

C H

To the family of Carl T. Bulkhead:

My condolence for the loss of your loved one. May The God of all comfort strengthen you during this very difficult time.

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Arch L. Heady at Resthaven

4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

Jan

9

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

Arch L. Heady at Resthaven

4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

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4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

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