James Marshall Mahaffey

July 22, 1925 - February 29, 2016

Lexington – James Marshall Mahaffey, age 90, formally of Booneville and widower of Bessie (McIntosh) Mahaffey, passed away Monday, February 29, 2016 at the Robertson County Health Care facility in Mount Olivet, KY. Marshall was born in Booneville, Owsley County, Kentucky on July 22, 1925, a son of the late Carter and Liza (Ambrose) Mahaffey. He was successful businessman, Drive-In Theater owner and land developer. He is survived by 1 son; John E. and wife Shelia Mahaffey of Georgetown, KY, and 1 daughter; Judy Mahaffey of Lexington, KY, 2 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren, along with many other loving relatives and friends. Marshall was preceded in death by his parents, and his loving wife, Bessie of 57 years. Funeral Services will be held at the Booneville Funeral Home, Booneville, KY at 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 5, 2016 with Pastor Dwayne Russell officiating. Visitation will be held Saturday, March 5, 2016 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Marshall will be laid to rest next to his wife in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery Booneville, KY. To leave the family a special message visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.