Anthony Allen "Tony" Roark

Anthony Allen “Tony” Roark passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026, in his home.

Tony was a longtime heavy Equipment Mechanic and Shop Manager. He had a knack for fixing just about anything, and he loved to play on a “Bobcat”. His many interests included reading, playing chess, collecting and making knives, and watching football—especially cheering on his beloved Cincinnati Bengals. He loved to feed his family and put out a fantastic spread for every occasion.

Tony cherished the memories of his years playing football at Lynn Camp High School in Knox County, Kentucky, and at Georgetown College, where he met his wife, Mary Ann. He had a unique sense of humor and enjoyed listening to everything from classic rock (“Dad Rock”) to jazz. Above all else, Tony loved his children dearly and took immense pride in his beloved “minions”, as he affectionately called them.

Tony was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Roark; his daughter, Leah Gabrielle Roark; and his nephew, Lucas Anthony Southern.

He leaves behind his wife, Mary Ann Funke Roark; his loving children, Michael Anthony Roark, Courtney Ann Roark, and Alexandra Michelle Roark; his mother, JaNeane Prose Roark; and his siblings, Amanda Southern (Rob), Crystal Duty (Billy), Kim Harrison (Scott), and Terrance Roark. His memory will also live on through the many family members and friends whose lives he touched.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 2, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Home, 11382 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051. An additional visitation will take place on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home, 607 Master Street, Corbin, KY 40701.

Interment will follow at Roark Family Cemetery in Keavy, Kentucky.