James Pressley Rawlings

James Pressley “Sonny” Rawlings, 80, of Owingsville KY, passed away on Tuesday, March 4,2025. Born in Bath County Kentucky on November 26, 1944, he was the son of the late James Pressley Rawlings and the late Atha Snedegar Rawlings.

Sonny is survived by his wife, Tera Lee Ritchey Rawlings, Owingsville KY; brother, Larry (Marty)Rawlings of Trinity FL and sister, Sue (Doug) Beck of Palm Harbor FL. He is also survived by 1 niece, Janet Hogg of Flatwoods KY, and 5 nephews: Danny (Sue) Cain of Berea KY; Rick (Sharon) Cain of Hillsboro KY, Bobby (Karen) Cain of Kevil, KY, Timmy (Debbie) Cain of Salyersville KY and Travis (Katie) Rawlings of Tampa FL.

In addition to his parents Sonny was preceded in death by his sister Mary Jo Cain, brother-in-law, Ben Cain and nephew, Terry Cain.

Sonny graduated from Berea College with a degree in Industrial Arts Technology. He later pursued a degree in Business Administration from Fullerton College during his 10-year residence in California. Sonny worked in production management at various manufacturing companies. His most recent employment was with AO Smith and Woodmen Life Insurance.

Sonny was a member of the Bath Masonic Lodge #55 as well as a member of the Winchester No. 12 Royal Arch Chapter, Winchester Council Royal and Select Masters, and the Winchester Commandery No. 30 Knights Templar. He was a long-time 4-H volunteer and served as chairman of the Bath County Memorial Library Board. Sonny also established the Bath County Community Service Award to honor citizens who worked in the background to improve their community.

Sonny was well known for being able to fix or repair nearly anything. He repaired old clocks, and was the town locksmith. Sonny was an avid golfer, especially during his later years.

Family will receive friends from 12:30 until 2:00 at Michael Gray Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, Owingsville KY. Masonic Rite will be held at 2:00PM with a service, officiated by Pastor Rachel Wirrig, to follow. Everyone is invited to share a favorite memory of Sonny during the service. A private interment will be held at a later date.

Those who wish to honor Sonny can donate to the Christian Social Service Center of Owingsville or to any charity of their choice.

The Michael R. Gray Funeral Home in Owingsville is caring for all arrangements for James Pressley "Sonny" Rawlings.