John Allen Geoghegan Jr.

John Allen Geoghegan Jr., 79, of Bardstown, passed away Sunday February 8, 2026 at his residence.  He was born October 30, 1946 in Louisville, retired from Kentucky Liquor and Wine, a St. Joe Prep Alumni, a bass fisherman, he loved animals big and small, and an avid University of Louisville fan and not afraid to tell you.  He was a loving husband, father, Papaw to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a friend to many, and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John Allen Geoghegan Sr and Jennie Moore Hurst Geoghegan; sister, Joan Conrad; and two brothers, Bill Geoghegan, and Pat Geoghegan.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Charlotte "Charlie" Geoghegan; two daughters, Melissa (Steve) Braden, and Jennifer (Mike) Sanders; goddaughter, Jan McKay all of Bardstown; eight grandchildren, Joseph Mosgrove, Christopher Mosgrove, Jacob Mosgrove, Nathaniel Mosgrove, Zachary Mosgrove, Cheyenne (Chase) Holbert, Daniel (Emily) Holbert, and Garrett Sanders; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ronald (Leslie) Geoghegan of Louisville, and Bobby Geoghegan of Bardstown; and several nieces and nephews.

His memorial service will be 7:00 pm Wednesday February 11, 2026 at Barlow Funeral Home, with inurnment in St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date.  Rev. Terry Bradshaw will officiate.  Visitation will be 3 - 7 pm Wednesday February 11, 2026 at Barlow Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may go to Humane Society of Nelson County.

Barlow Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.    

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