Cristy Michelle Driver, age 53, of Paducah, Kentucky, passed away on July 29, 2026, in the city where she was born and spent her life surrounded by the people and places she loved.
Born on September 8, 1972, in Paducah, Kentucky, Cristy carried with her throughout her life the warmth, strength, and kindness that so often defined her. She was a woman who valued family above all else and found joy in the simple, meaningful moments that made a house feel like home. Her presence brought comfort and light to those around her, and she will be remembered for the love she gave so freely to others.
Cristy was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ, and her faith was an important part of her life. Through her beliefs, she found guidance, peace, and a sense of purpose that shaped the way she cared for others. She lived with a gentle spirit and a generous heart, and those who knew her could see the sincerity of her faith in the way she treated everyone she met.
She enjoyed anything arts and crafts, especially scrap booking, and she took great pleasure in creating and preserving memories. Her creativity was one of the many ways she expressed her love for her family and the life she built. Cristy also loved her cats and enjoyed thrift shopping, finding happiness in the treasures she discovered and the comfort of the companionship she shared with her beloved pets. These interests reflected her thoughtful nature and her appreciation for the beauty found in everyday life.
Above all else, Cristy’s greatest joy was her family. She cherished her role as Nana to her grandchildren, and that title was one she held with deep pride and affection. Her grandchildren brought her immeasurable happiness, and she treasured every moment spent with them. She was a source of love, encouragement, and steady support, and her family will forever hold close the memories of her laughter, her kindness, and her unwavering devotion.
Cristy is survived by her husband of 10 years, Tommy Howard; one daughter, Chantell Driver (Sara Carlock) of Bowling Green; two sons, Alex Driver (April Pearson) of Hardmoney, Noah Driver of Paducah; step-mother, Kay Driver of Paducah; 12 grandchildren, Landen Driver, Trevor Jackson, Tommie Pearson, Tate Pearson, Trinden Martin, Chance Martin, Jocelyn Strickland, Alyssa Strickland, Jayce Leonard, McKenna Howard, Thomas Leonard, and Zoe Leonard, along with several great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Roy Driver; mother, Linda Elizabeth Haley Driver; and sister, Kimberly Driver.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah with Pastor Patricia Sallee officiating.
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 3, 2026, from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah.
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