Michael Short

Michael Wayne Short, 49, husband of Arlina Sue Short, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, October 11. He was born on October 29, 1967, in Irvine, Kentucky, to William and Shirley Short. Mike, as he was known to his family and friends, was a member of Clay City First Church of God. He loved his church and his church family, and he cherished time spent with them. Mike served in the U.S. Army, having been called to active duty during the Desert Storm War. Mike worked for many years at Fayette Electric as an electrician, and during that time, he made many friendships that have continued throughout the years. Mike was an avid hunter and sportsman, also a member of the Powell County Sportsman Club. He loved to fish and spend time with his closest family and friends while doing so. He was happiest in the woods, close to God's beautiful creations. Mike's greatest blessings were his family, and he never failed to show his love to each one of them. While they will miss him sorely, they are comforted by the fact that he is now at peace with Jesus. Mike was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leonard and Charlena Barrett Gilbert and Ance and Edith Fox Short, all of Lerose, Kentucky. He is survived by his devoted wife, Arlina, as well as his children, Michael William Short and Nancy Nicole Hilario (Julio). Mike loved spending time with his precious grandchildren, Lexi, Madalyn, and Arlon. Mike is also survived by his parents, William and Shirley Short, Georgetown, and his sister, Melinda Carter, also of Georgetown. Visitation will take place on Friday, October 13, at 6:00 p.m. at Hearne Funeral Home. Funeral services officiated by Pastor Brad Epperson will take place at Clay City First Church of God on Saturday, October 14, with visitation taking place at noon until time of service at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Michael Young, David Smoot, Rusty Flannery, Julio Hilario, Cody Meadows, Rick Tyra, Shawn Skidmore, Randy Lacy, Jr., Donnie Bolton, and Jeff Goad. Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Firas Badin, Nurses and Staff at Baptist Health Outpatient Infusion, Troy Brooks, Dr. Charles Noss, employees of Hospice East, employees of Fayette Electric, and Clay City First Church of God members. Interment will be at Stonegate Cemetery in Stanton, Kentucky. Hearne Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.