Don Coogle

Donald R. Coogle, 81, passed away on November 12, 2026. 

He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on September 14, 1945, a son of Leo and Bessie (Goatley) Coogle.

Don served his country in the U.S. Navy. He was united in marriage on April 3, 1996, to Barbara (Tindall) Gaynor.

He retired from McDonough Brown & Associates where he did survey work. Don and his uncle owned and operated Goatley & Son, a mechanic shop. He had also worked as a supervisor at General Electric and Southwire Aluminum.

In his spare time, he enjoyed working on cars and spending time with the grandchildren. Don always looked forward to teaching each of them how to drive when they were teenagers.

He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Barbara Coogle; daughter, Shelley Coogle and her son, Gabe Coogle; sisters, Betty Eskridge and Becky Wethington; several nieces and nephews and his wife’s children and grandchildren.

Don was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Lavetta Hamilton and Wanda Seibenthaler.

Military graveside rites will take place in Cloverport (KY) Cemetery at a later date.

Huber Funeral Home is assisting his family with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be left at www.huberfuneralhome.net