Judith Ann (Benson) Rawlings

Judith Ann Benson Rawlings, 76, of Cynthiana, Kentucky, wife of the late Earl Glenn Rawlings, died at home on Thursday, January 8, 2026.

Born January 14, 1949 in Cynthiana a daughter of the late Stanley and Christine Renaker Benson, she was a charter member of Covenant Presbyterian Church and a member of many genealogical societies, including the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Kentucky Mayflower Society. Judith was a retired teacher, with a special place in her heart for adult education, and she ended her career as a deputy jailer.

Survivors include her children: Melinda Rawlings, Scott (Lori) Rawlings, and John Rawlings; her beloved grandson, Luke Rawlings; and special friends Anne VonGruenigen and Darlene Cummins.

A Gathering of Family & Friends will be held 5:00-7:00 P.M. Monday, January 12th at Drake-Whaley-McCarty Funeral Home.

Following cremation, Judith will be inurned at Battle Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Covenant Presbyterian Church, 502 E Bridge Street, Cynthiana, KY 41031.

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