Jimmy Wash

James Marshall "Jimmy" Wash, age 72, of Owenton, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at the St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY.

Born July 20, 1946, in Owen County, he was the son of the late John Gobel Wash and Maggie Stafford Wash. Jimmy was a devout member of the Lusby's Mill Baptist Church and had retired from the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Sate Highway Department and a signal repairman.  He also served his country in the United States Army.

Jimmy is survived by his wife of over 30 years, Shirley Shafer Wash; his nieces and nephews, Bonnie Smith, Jennifer Beach, Dwayne Brown and Dean Sherman.  He is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews by marriage, Shelia Stephens, Veronica Courtney, Debra Shafer, Melissa Smith, Kathy Webster, Rhonda Owens, Scott Shafer, James Webster and Martin Owens.

McDonald & New Funeral Homes are in charge of arrangements.  Family will receive friends at the Seminary Street location on Saturday, April 20, 2019 from 10 am until 11 am. Funeral services will follow at 11am with Bro. Ken McCain presiding.  A graveside service will be held at 10am Monday, April 22nd at the Mt. Carmel Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Lusby's Mill Baptist Church or the American Cancer Society.