Kathy Launa Wagers

Kathy Launa Wagers, age 71, of Flat Lick, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on December 22, 1954, in Evarts, Kentucky, Kathy lived a life marked by unwavering faith, dedication, hard work, and deep love for her family. She was a woman of remarkable strength and determination whose influence will continue to be felt for generations.

Kathy was preceded in death by her former husband, Mason Wagers Jr.; her parents, Don Hutchison and Edith Gibbons; her sisters, Patricia Hutchison and Connie Sturgill; her brother, Benny Hutchison Sr.; and lifelong best friend, Mary Sinkhorn.

She leaves behind her loving daughters, Patricia Liford and husband, Marty, Jennifer Middleton and husband, Robbie, and Christina Buell and husband, Timothy.

She was a cherished grandmother to Taylor Barnett and husband, Dylan, Keegan Liford and wife, Hannah, Hannah Hensley and husband, Jonathan, Shelbi Fisher and husband, AJ, Emma Buell and husband, Austin, and Keelie Belcher.

She was also blessed with thirteen beloved great-grandchildren, Dylan Barnett, Ellie-Kate Barnett, Timothy Barnett, Ayla Barnett, Kodi-Rae Barnett, Averi Fisher, Grant Fisher, Elowyn Fisher, Bennett France, Lily-Ann Hensley, Masynn Liford, Ezra Liford, and Keegan Liford, Jr.

She is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Timmy Hutchison, Carol Anderson, Missy Payne and husband, Tony, Willhemia Brous and husband, Bill, Kenneth Gibbons and wife, Lynn, and Hank Caudill and wife, Leah. She also leaves behind her sister-in-law, Katherine Hutchison, wife of the late Benny Hutchison Sr., as well as special employee turned family, Izetta Mason, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

At the age of sixteen, Kathy accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior, a decision that shaped the rest of her life. Her faith remained steadfast throughout the years and was evident in the way she lived, loved, and served others. One of her fondest memories was traveling throughout Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana during tent revivals, where she played the piano and sang praises to the Lord. Music was one of God’s special gifts to Kathy. She could play the piano by ear and found great joy in old gospel hymns, filling homes and churches with melodies that reflected her faith.

Kathy’s love for sharing God’s Word extended to her family. Her grandchildren lovingly remember gathering in her dining room as children, where she taught Sunday school lessons, nurturing their faith and planting seeds that would last a lifetime.

A dedicated professional, Kathy earned her Bachelor’s Degree in accounting from Union College and built a successful career doing what she genuinely loved. As the owner and operator of Hutch Tax Service, she served her community faithfully for many years. Kathy took immense pride in her work and the business she built through determination, intelligence, and perseverance. She worked tirelessly and found great fulfillment in helping others while providing for her family.

Though Kathy was accomplished in many ways, her greatest legacy is the faith she shared, the family she loved, and the countless lives she touched through her kindness, wisdom, and example. Her family finds comfort in knowing that she has been welcomed into the presence of her Savior and reunited with loved ones who have gone before her.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to all who have offered their love, prayers, and support during this difficult time as they celebrate Kathy’s life and cherish the memories she leaves behind.

She will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever cherished by all who knew and loved her.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the Arnett & Steele Funeral Home with Rev. Samuel Lawson and Rev. T.R. Christopher presiding. Burial will follow at the Barbourville Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dylan Barnett, AJ Fisher, Kenneth Gibbons, Timothy Buell, Marty Liford, Robbie Middleton, Benny Hutchison Jr., Keegan Liford, and Jonathan Hensley.

The family will receive friends on Thursday from 12:00 PM until the funeral hour at the Arnett & Steele Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Pineville, which is honored to serve the Wagers Family.