SACRAMENTO – Jerry Glenn Cabbage, 64, of Sacramento passed away Friday, September 3, 2021 at Norton’s Brownsboro Hospital in Louisville. Born March 2, 1957 to Carl and Wanda Faye Woodburn Cabbage. He graduated from Bremen High School in 1975, he excelled in FFA and his passion for farming grew. Following in his father’s footsteps, he worked for Mr. Peabody operating a dragline until lay off in the early 90’s. Partnering with his dad and brother, Carl Cabbage & Sons came into fruition. Hidden Valley Farms then was created and prospered to include three generations of Cabbage men tilling the ground. He was very proud to reap and sow alongside his dad and son.
Jerry not only worked the ground, but also lobbied for laws and regulations to help Kentucky farmers. Becoming Muhlenberg County Kentucky Farm Bureau President for 12 years allowed him to voice fellow farmers concern to state officials. Many invaluable friends were made during these years and serving on the Soybean Association Board.
An avid bird, deer, and waterfowl hunter, Jerry loved spending time outdoors with friends and family. Many snipe hunting expeditions occurred to initiate new family members. Catching up with friends over a cup of coffee was a favorite pastime.
Farming may have been his passion, but his true love was family. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and high school sweetheart, Peggy Newson Cabbage of 45 years watching westerns. He was extremely proud of his three children’s accomplishments. They could not hold a candle to his four granddaughters who were “Granddady’s Girls”.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Wanda Faye Woodburn Cabbage, grandparents Les and Ruth Cabbage and Frank and Helen Woodburn of Sacramento, and infant grandson Samuel Darr.
Left to cherish precious memories are wife, Peggy Newson Cabbage, of Sacramento; daughters, Cindy (Todd) Darr of Moorman and Kellie Cabbage of Sacramento; son, Patrick (Becca) Cabbage of Sacramento; granddaughters, Lillian Darr, Hazel Darr, Ryleigh Cabbage and Ramsey Cabbage; father, Carl (Gwen) Cabbage; sister, Sharon (Kevin) Miller; brother, James Russell (Melonie) Cabbage of Sacramento; mother-in-law, Dorothy Newson, of Bremen; sister and brothers-in-law, Gerry (Chris) Newson of Louisville, Billy (Sherry) Skimehorn of Bremen, and Billy (Pam) Millay of Sacramento and many numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Tucker Memorial Chapel in Sacramento with Bro. Ray Daughtery officiating. Burial will follow in Worthington Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, September 6, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences can be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.