HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) - A retired Daviess County deputy has passed away.

The Daviess County Detention Center says Kenneth "Wayne" Burns died at age 65. He was a military veteran and served with the jail for 22 years.

Officials described Burns as a humble and honorable man, who was respected by the staff, inmates and the community, displaying a heart of kindness and leaving behind a lasting impact on all those that knew and served with him.

"We extend our condolences and prayers for Wayne's family and loved ones in their time of sorrow," officials said. • Courtesy: Daviess County Detention Center • Courtesy: Daviess County Detention Center • Courtesy: Daviess County Detention Center • Courtesy: Daviess County Detention Center • Courtesy: Daviess County Detention Center

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