Taylorsville Man Roger G. Truax Dies at 76

Truax was a U.S. Army veteran and longtime postal worker who farmed with his brother until his death.

Mar. 18, 2026 at 4:03am

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Roger G. Truax, a 76-year-old resident of Taylorsville, Kentucky, passed away on March 8, 2026 at Norton's Hospital. Truax was a faithful husband, father, and friend who served in the Vietnam War and retired from the U.S. Postal Service. He and his brother Gary farmed together until shortly before his death. Truax was a member of Taylorsville Community Church.

Why it matters

Truax's passing marks the loss of a dedicated community member and veteran who served his country and local community through his work and involvement. His life and legacy highlight the importance of family, service, and community engagement.

The details

Truax was born on December 7, 1949 in Shelbyville to the late Thomas and Betty Truax. He was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws Ray and Golda Kelien, sister-in-law Debra Redmon, and nephew Dax Redmon. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sandra Kelien Truax, daughter Gina Truax Biever, brother Gary (Debbie) Truax, grandsons Trent Anthony Biever and Zane Thomas Biever, nephew Jeremy Truax, and niece Tara Thompson.

  • Truax passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
  • A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2 p.m.

The players

Roger G. Truax

A 76-year-old resident of Taylorsville, Kentucky who was a U.S. Army veteran, retired U.S. Postal Service worker, and lifelong farmer.

Sandra Kelien Truax

Roger Truax's wife of 56 years.

Gary Truax

Roger Truax's brother, with whom he farmed until shortly before his death.

Gina Truax Biever

Roger Truax's daughter.

Trent Anthony Biever and Zane Thomas Biever

Roger Truax's grandsons.

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What’s next

The memorial service for Roger G. Truax will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2 p.m. at the Greenwell-Houghlin Funeral Home in Taylorsville.

The takeaway

Roger Truax's life exemplified the values of service, family, and community engagement. His passing is a loss for the Taylorsville community, but his legacy will live on through the lives he touched and the organizations he supported, like Commonwealth Connections, which provides care and training for adults with disabilities.