The Lights Dim: A Lineman’s Life Unexpectedly Ends

The union brotherhood of IBEW Local 2100 and the dedicated workforce of LG&E are shrouded in shock and deep mourning following the unexpected passing of Kyle Ferree. Kyle was a devoted lineman, one of the essential workers who brave any weather, day or night, to keep the power flowing and the community connected. His work was a commitment to service, a role that required immense courage, skill, and reliability. To have such a dependable, strong life shockingly and abruptly cut short is a devastation that cripples the morale of his entire industry and community.

The Brotherhood’s Loss: A Partner Gone Too Soon

In the demanding world of utility work, the bond between linemen is an unbreakable one—a brotherhood forged in shared risk and mutual reliance. Kyle Ferree was a loyal member of IBEW Local 2100, known not just for his technical skill but for the trust and camaraderie he inspired in his crew. For his colleagues, the grief is twofold: the sorrow of losing a cherished friend and the heartbreaking reality that his spot on the crew is now empty. For his family, the loss of their devoted loved one is compounded by the lack of a proper goodbye. They are left with the immense, unjust weight of an unpredicted finality that robs them of a thousand future moments.

A Legacy in Service: Honoring the Lineman’s Spirit

Kyle Ferree’s memory will be carried forward in the dedication of every IBEW member who climbs a pole and every LG&E employee who services the community. His legacy is one of unwavering service, hard work, and loyalty to his trade and his union. To honor Kyle is to commit to supporting his grieving family and to upholding the spirit of brotherhood he exemplified. May the collective support of the IBEW and the entire Louisville community provide a necessary and strong anchor for his loved ones, ensuring that the devotion and commitment of Kyle Ferree shine on.