Josephine Blanch McCrady Kendrick, 89, Passes Away

Longtime school assistant and church member dies in Florida

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Josephine Blanch McCrady Kendrick, a 89-year-old resident of Florida, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026. She was born in Edmonson County, Kentucky in 1936 to J.C. McCrady and Maude Smith McCrady. Kendrick worked as a school assistant and was a member of Pleasant Union United Church.

Why it matters

Kendrick's passing marks the loss of a longtime community member and educator in Florida. Her life and work highlight the contributions of school staff and the importance of local churches in small communities.

The details

Kendrick's funeral arrangements include a visitation on February 13, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Jacksonville, Florida, followed by a Celebration of Life. There will also be a visitation on February 21, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at Dermitt Funeral Home in Leitchfield, Kentucky, with a Graveside Service at 1:00 p.m. in the McCrady Cemetery.

  • Kendrick passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
  • Visitation will be held on February 13, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Jacksonville, Florida.
  • Visitation and Graveside Service will be held on February 21, 2026 in Leitchfield, Kentucky.

The players

Josephine Blanch McCrady Kendrick

A 89-year-old resident of Florida who worked as a school assistant and was a member of Pleasant Union United Church.

J.C. McCrady

Kendrick's late father.

Maude Smith McCrady

Kendrick's late mother.

Bro. Jim McCrady

The officiant for Kendrick's Graveside Service.

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The takeaway

Kendrick's life and work in the community highlight the important roles that school staff and local churches play in supporting and enriching the lives of residents, even in small towns.