Carolyn Duckett Clark, 73, Remembered for Faith and Family

Longtime Kentucky restaurant owner and animal lover passed away at her home

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Carolyn Duckett Clark, a 73-year-old resident of Gilbertsville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at her home on February 21, 2026. Carolyn was a dedicated and hardworking woman whose life centered around her Pentecostal faith and caring for her family. She owned and operated restaurants in Calvert City and Wingo for many years while raising her children. Carolyn had a deep love for animals, the outdoors, and UK basketball, and took great joy in spending time with her 15 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

Why it matters

Carolyn's life story reflects the values and experiences of many long-time Kentucky residents, particularly those in small towns and rural communities who built their lives and businesses around faith, family, and community. Her passing is a loss felt by all who knew her and appreciated her lifelong commitment to serving others.

The details

Carolyn was born in 1953 in Calvert City, Kentucky to Richard Carl Duckett and Lucille Stokes Duckett. She spent much of her adult life owning and operating restaurants in the region while raising her five children - Stacey, Karisa, Courtney, Christopher, and Franklin III. Carolyn was an avid animal lover, gardener, and outdoor enthusiast who enjoyed motorcycle rides, fishing, and camping with her partner of 25 years, Franklin 'Del' Clark, Jr.

  • Carolyn Duckett Clark was born on February 21, 1953 in Calvert City, Kentucky.
  • Carolyn passed away peacefully at her home on February 21, 2026.

The players

Carolyn Duckett Clark

A 73-year-old resident of Gilbertsville, Kentucky who passed away on February 21, 2026. Carolyn was a dedicated and hardworking woman whose life centered around her Pentecostal faith and caring for her family.

Franklin 'Del' Clark, Jr.

Carolyn's partner of 25 years with whom she enjoyed motorcycle rides, fishing, camping, and other outdoor activities.

Richard Carl Duckett

Carolyn's late father.

Lucille Stokes Duckett

Carolyn's late mother.

Barbara Green

Carolyn's sister.

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What they’re saying

“Carolyn was such a kind and generous woman who always put her family first. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.”

— Barbara Green, Carolyn's sister (marshallcountydaily.com)

What’s next

Carolyn's visitation and memorial service will be held on Monday, March 2, 2026 at the Life Celebration Center of Filbeck-Cann in Benton, Kentucky. A private family burial will take place at a later date.

The takeaway

Carolyn Duckett Clark's life exemplified the values of faith, family, and community that are cherished in many small towns and rural areas of Kentucky. Her unwavering commitment to serving others through her businesses and personal life left a lasting impact on all who knew her.