Clinton Lindle Cullen, 84, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at his home.

He was born December 10, 1927 in Caldwell County to the late Robert Wallace Cullen and Lillie Mae Barnes Cullen.

He was a United States Army Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict and was a lifelong member of the VFW and American Legion.He was retired as the owner of Cullen's Auto Parts and was an avid Kentucky basketball fan.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by four brothers, J.D., Houston, Bob and Doug; and two sisters, Nadine and Alyene.

He is survived by his wife of fifty-seven years, Marie Sharber Cullen; two daughters, Cheri (John) Barnett of Austin, TX and Diane (Sam) Aldridge of Eddyville, KY; one son, Brad (Shala) Cullen of Madisonville; his grandchildren, Katie (Erik) Barnett Williams, Laura Barnett, Craig (Suzanne) Clayton, Kiah Clayton, Tyler Cullen, Lindsey Cullen; step-granddaughter, Rani (Sean) Peffer; one great-grandson, Aaron Clayton; and two step-great-grandchildren, Lily Peffer and Zane Peffer; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will have private graveside services on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Odd Fellows Cemetery in Madisonville with Bro. Don Duncan Officiating. Burial to follow.

Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home in Madisonville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Green River Hospice, 418 North Scott St. Madisonville, KY 42431. Envelopes will available at the funeral home.