Don Kenneth Killen, age 79, of Killen, AL, passed away on Thursday April 23, 2026.
He was a native of Lawrence Co, TN, a Cattle & Mule Trader, and of the Church of Christ faith. Don was well-known in his hometown of St. Joseph, TN. He loved his family, his farm, and a good trade. His generosity was known to all.
Survived By
- Wife- Kathy Looney Killen, Killen, AL
- Son- Mark Killen (Gena), Florence, AL
- Daughter- Karen Killen Sammons (Chris), Killen, AL
- 5-Grandchildren- Gates Killen (Rita), Riley Killen (Sydney), Sadie Killen (Peyton Higgins), Abby Oliver, Emma Grace Oliver
Preceded in Death By
Service Information
- Visitation will be on Sunday April 26, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at The Jesus Mission 203 Shelton Dr St Joseph, TN.
- Private Graveside Service will be at The Old Home Place Cemetery at 3:00 pm.
- Haskell Sparks will be officiating.
- Burial to follow in The Old Home Place Cemetery.
Visitation
- Visitation will be on Sunday April 26, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at The Jesus Mission 203 Shelton Dr St Joseph, TN.
Burial
- Burial to follow in The Old Home Place Cemetery.
Memorial
- Please Support The Jesus Mission by bringing canned goods or monetary donations.
LORETTO MEMORIAL CHAPEL is in charge of all arrangements.

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