Johnny Darrell Stradtner

Darrell Stradtner, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on Monday, November 9th, 2026, at the age of 74, in Nashville, TN

Darrell was born February 23rd, 1952, in Warren County, KY, to the late Johnny James Stradtner and Mamie Ruth Kitchens.

Darrell is survived by his devoted wife, Paula Stradtner of Franklin, KY, 6 children: Kimberly Ray (Roger) of White House, TN, Christy Newberry (James) of Franklin, KY, Bobbie Roberts (Daniel) of Franklin, KY, David Summers (Destiny) of Franklin, KY, Tony Summers (Jordan) of Franklin, KY, and Cody Summers of Franklin, KY; 18 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Darrell is also survived by his siblings, Jerry, Danny Joe, Doug, Timmy, and Eric Stradtner, and his sister Rebecca Brown, along with several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his son Dillon Summers, and his brothers Gaylon and Nelson Stradtner.

The family will have a private service held at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory. Friends and family are invited to visit the website at www.gilbertfhonline.com or the Facebook page, Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., for more information. The obituary phone line is available at 270-586-8844, and the office can be reached at 270-586-4464 for further details.