Irene L. Searcy, 85, widow of Shirley Searcy, died Monday, Dec. 3, 2018, at her home after a long illness.

Born in Woodford County, she was the daughter of the late Calvin and Jessie Long.

She is survived by a sister, Syble Baker; a granddaughter, Heather N. Martin, both of Lexington; and a son-in-law, Dale Martin, Nicholasville. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Hazel Ford; and a daughter, Teresa S. Martin.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7, at Sunset Memorial Gardens Chapel, with Dr. Robert Baker and Rev. Craig Tackett officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Irene L. Searcy to Bluegrass Care Navigators, 2312 Alexandria Drive, Lexington, Ky. 40504.

Guestbook available online at www.BlackburnandWard.com.