Funeral services for Mr. Kenneth Wesley “Kenny” Ivey, age 73, of Fayetteville, TN, will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Kevin Davis officiating. Burial will follow in Prospect Cemetery. Visitation with the family will take place on Saturday from 1:00 PM until the time of service at Higgins Funeral Home.
Born on January 27, 1952, in Lincoln County, TN, Kenny was the son of the late Floyd Kenneth Ivey and the late Mattie Kate Newgent Ivey. He was a 1970 graduate of Flintville High School and continued his education at Motlow State Community College. Mr. Ivey was drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era.
Early in his career, Kenny worked at Amana, where he met the love of his life, Patsy. Together, they owned and operated Ivey’s Produce in Fayetteville for 21 years—a family-run business that became a local staple. Kenny had a deep love for music, particularly the guitar, and even recorded his own song, which will be shared during his service. Kenny passed away peacefully at his home on April 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Kenny is survived by his devoted wife of 44 years, Patsy Ables Ivey; step-mother, Sandra Ivey; brothers, Donnie Ray (Rhonda) Ivey and Toby (Sherrie) Ivey; step-brothers, Kenny Childress and Terry (Peggy) Childress; step-sister, Penny (Dwight) Britton; nephew, Chris (Vickie) Ables; cousin, Hilda Capley; great-nephews, Tanner (Jessica) Ables, and Colton (Victoria) Ables; great-niece, Kaitlyn (Tanner Hudson) Ables; and great-great-nephew, Noah Ables.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Kenny Ivey.
Patsy and family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for God’s love and comfort during this time.
Deepest Condolences to the entire family. Stay strong Patsy.
Rest in peace Kenny 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Patsy, I am so sorry to hear of Kenny’s death. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. You are a special friend to me and my family. Love Barbara Bates
So sorry for your loss he was a sweet man even if I only got to see you both 1once a week 😢
MISS PATSY, IM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. R.I.P. KENNY.
Patsy, I am so sorry to hear about Kenny’s passing. I will be praying for God’s comfort for you. He willed be missed for sure. Much love to you, friend.
So sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing. We both graduated at Flintville High in 1970. We had some classes together. He was a sweet guy. He had a way of making you laugh. Praying for all the family. 🙏🏻😢✝️
So very sorry to hear this.
Patsy….so sorry to hear this. Keeping you in my heart and prayers.
My deepest condolences for Patsy and his family and friends. Prayers for comfort and peace. We love you Patsy.
Patsy; All my memories of you and Kenny are good. I think back on the “good ole days” at Ivey’s produce and remember your and Kenny’s family members , which I knew well. I am sorry for your loss. Keep up your spirit and think of all the good times you had together. Thinking of you.
Sorry for your loss Patsy Will have you in my prayers
We are so sorry for yas loss praying for friends and family
I’m so sorry Patsy. Hugs and prayers
We are So Sorry. Kenny was a Very Fine Man. God Bless Patsy and the Family with Comfort and Peace in the Days to Come. 🙏❤️🙏