George Edward Eon

George Edward Eon, age 69 of Campbellsville passed away peacefully on December 7, 2022 in Lexington, KY. George was born on February 21, 1953, in La Grange, Texas, to Moses and Marjorie Eon. He graduated from the University of Texas with a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism and Communications.

George began his career as a radio and news director in Texas before moving to Campbellsville in 1987, where he established his financial practice with Edward Jones. He went on to become a regional leader and general partner for Edward Jones and retired in 2009 after 22 years with the firm.

George was an avid sports fan, particularly of University of Kentucky and University of Texas basketball, and Dallas Cowboys football.  He also loved to travel and did so extensively with his family and friends. He was known as a generous, loving, and supportive husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and community member and friend to all. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Campbellsville.

He is survived by his wife, Suzie, of 47 years; daughter Rachel Parish, son-in-law Shayne Parish, and grandchildren Jax, Katy, and Logan Parish; two brothers: Roy and his wife Susie Eon, and Jerry Kunetka; sister-in-law Pam Eon; three nephews and two nieces along with numerous friends and associates. He is preceded in death by his father, Moses Eon, mother, Marjorie Eon Kunetka, his stepfather, Jerry “Tot” Kunetka and brother Larry Eon.

The family has chosen cremation.  A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held after the new year.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation or a charity of your choice. 

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