Etta Janet Kitchens, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the age of 85.Mrs. Kitchens, a lifelong member of Porterdale Presbyterian Church, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and service. Known as a “Wonderful Wife,” she was deeply devoted to her family and cherished every moment spent with them and loved her fur babies.

She was a very good basketball player in her younger years and loved dancing the jitterbug, bringing joy and energy wherever she went. She was also an avid golfer and gave generously of her time as a volunteer with the Grandparents Association and CASA, always eager to support and uplift others. She loved all her lady friends and enjoyed playing Mexican train and bunco with them.

In her quiet moments, she found joy in gardening, reading, cooking, baking, and making candy—simple pleasures that reflected her warm and nurturing spirit.

Mrs. Kitchens was an amazing sister to her siblings, a wonderful caregiver, and someone who was always willing to help anyone in need. Above all, she was an amazing mother and grandmother whose love and guidance will never be forgotten.

She will be remembered as a fiercely strong and independent lady whose kindness and dedication touched many lives. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Etta and Whatley Curtis; husband, Jack Kitchens; sister-in-law, Peggy Curtis; son, Robin Abbott; sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Ray Daniel; and the father of her children, Donald Abbott.

Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Wendy Shepard (Jimmy), Kathleen Tindale (Wayne), Mary Ann Kitchens; sons and daughters-in-law, Janeth Abbott, Andrew Abbott (Teisa), Damon Abbott (Amy); brothers and sister-in-law, Whatley (Bubba) Curtis, Gary Curtis (Linda); 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service for Mrs. Kitchens will be held Saturday, April 4, 2026, 2:00 P.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with interment following in Covington City Cemetery. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the funeral home, two hours prior to her service, from 12:00 - 2:00 P.M.