Kenneth E. Craft

Ken was born at home in Nashville, TN in 1946. Ken had a successful career in insurance and financial planning. He was also a proud U.S Marine. Ken was passionate about contributing to the Nashville Rescue Mission and numerous animal charities. He had many hobbies, he loved life and especially his wife Shirley.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years Shirley, daughter Wendy (Scott) Hessey, granddaughter Melissa, sister Linda Davidson and brother Steve (Debbie) Craft. Along with numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his daughter Debra Craft, mother Elsie Craft, father Dorris Craft, brothers, Wayne Craft and Robert Craft, many beloved pets, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins.

There will be a visitation for Ken on Monday, April 17, 2023, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Hermitage Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens, 535 Shute Ln, Old Hickory, TN 37138, and on Tuesday, April 18 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, His funeral service will be at 11:00 AM in the chapel with Rev. Dwayne James officiating. Burial will be in the Garden of Devotion at Hermitage Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers will be Scott Hessey, Van Phillips, Keith Davidson, Rowdy Craft, Travis Craft, Chris Smith, Brian Jarrett, Jeff Brimm, Chuck Stevens and honorary pallbearer Paul Harrell.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.HermitageFH.com for the Craft family