'On Sunday, March 4, 2018, Chilton Rankin, passed away at the age of sixty-two years. He was an extraordinary husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend.
A sixth generation native of Monticello, Chilton attended the University of Kentucky before joining his father in the insurance business in Monticello.
He is survived by his wife of twenty seven years, Vicky (nee Stewart) and sister Mary (Norman Dam), nephews John Dam (Kealey), Rankin Dam, Jeff Robinson (Michelle), Michael Robinson (Krissy) and niece Kelley Robinson (Beth). He is preceded in death by his parents Proctor and Tillie Rankin, and his sister Ann.
Chilton, also known as "Proc's boy" in small-town Monticello, will be remembered for his sense of humor, compassion, and enjoyment of life. One of his nephews said of Chilton, "He was big and funny and fun, and that made him the perfect uncle." An avid water skier, he relished rock climbing, being outdoors, going to shooting matches with his gun buddies, riding his Harley Davidson, listening to Jimmy Buffett, and spoiling his dogs. Some of his favorite things were log cabins, old cowboy shows, peanut butter, bagpipes, cowboy cooking, and startling local businesses by bursting into their offices with a loud WHOOP.
A lifelong member of Church of Christ, he was a quiet Christian who lived his life with integrity and honesty.
A celebration of Chilton's life will be held March 10, 2018, at 3:00, with visitation from 1:00 to 3:00 at the Hickey and Son Funeral Home, 340 N. Main Street, Monticello, KY 42633. In lieu of flowers, donations in Chilton's memory may be made to Wayne County Historical Society, PO Box 320, Monticello, KY 42633, or St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital at 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.',