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Obituaries


Curtis Lee Sneed, 81, Mount Washington, KY (Adair County Native)

 
Curtis Lee Sneed, 81, of Mount Washington, KY passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 after his long battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was born in Adair County, KY on August 8, 1943 to Clarence Lee and Della Marie Sneed.  
 
After graduating from Adair County High School, he served his country in the Air Force as an Air Policeman. After fulfilling his duties, Curtis returned to Louisville, KY as a line worker at GE where he met the love of his life, Dorothy. In 2007, Curtis retired, and he and Dorothy spent their time traveling, reading, gardening, and enjoying yard work together.  
 
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two sisters: Annie Beula Sneed and Shirley D. Stayton.
 
SURVIVORS:
2 nephews: Michael and Bryan Stayton
1 niece: Victoria Fields
 
Graveside service: Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 2:00pmCT at the Antioch Cemetery in Columbia, KY
 
There will be no visitation. 
 
McFarland-Troutman-Proffitt Funeral Home in Mt. Washington, KY was entrusted with his arrangements.
 
This obituary is a courtesy to the family by Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.
 

Geneva Burton Goodin, 91, Columbia, KY


Geneva Burton Goodin, 91, of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at her residence. She was born in Columbia, KY on November 16, 1932 to the late Forest and Elzada Streeval Burton.
 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Vitus Jack Goodin; a daughter, Dr. Julia Goodin; a son-in-law, John Lawrence; and two brothers: Darrell Gene Burton and Elvie Don Burton.

 

Mrs. Goodin was a member of the Purdy Separate Baptist Church, a Kentucky Colonel and was a former instructor at Lindsey Wilson College. Geneva was committed to God and helping people in any way possible, which lead her to the career that she loved as a Social Worker.

 

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Jackie Goodin (Barbara) of Columbia, KY, Vicky Goodin of Nashville, TN, and Cindy Lawrence of Springfield, KY

1 grandson: Christopher Goodin of Columbia, KY

1 great-grandchild: Novalee Goodin

6 siblings: Clarice Pendleton of Edinburgh, IN, Rachel Pike of Russell Springs, KY, Tony Burton (Jan) of Edinburgh, IN, Ronald Burton of Columbia, KY, Archie Joe Burton (Shirley) of Liberty, KY, and Irma Dean Piercy of Columbia, KY

Sister-in-law: Carol Burton of Columbia, KY

Uncle: Gilbert Burton of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews


Funeral Service: Saturday, March 30, 2024 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Jamie Bryant officiating

 

Burial: Bearwallow Cemetery

 

Visitation: Friday, March 29, 2024 from 5:00-8:00pmCT and Saturday morning until time for the service at the funeral home 

 

Pallbearers: Kenny Pyles, Robert Knight, Ricky Parnell, Doug Cowan, Austin Curry, and Christopher Goodin

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

 


Edith Ann Stephens Jessee, 89, Lawrenceburg, KY (Russell County Native)


Edith Ann Stephens Jessee, 89, a native of Russell County, KY, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at her home in Lawrenceburg, KY. She was born on January 19, 1935 in Jabez, KY to Winford Edwin and Zella Whittle Stephens, who preceded her in death. 
 

She and her husband, Carlos Nelson “Tator” Jessee, owned and operated Classic Cleaners in Lawrenceburg until their retirement. Carlos preceded her in death in 2002. Edith then worked at Walmart until her second retirement at age 78. 


In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law, Nina Frances Stephens (Tyson “Buster”), and a brother, Rupert Keith Stephens. 

 

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Edwin Keith “Eddie” Jessee (Phyllis) of Springhill, FL

3 grandchildren: Christopher Allen Jessee and Ryan Nicole Jessee of Lawrenceburg, KY and Hayden Denny of Springhill, FL

Sister-in-law: Mary Rose Stephens of Tampa, FL

Niece: Sharon Gant (Ivan) of Corbin, KY

Nephew: Joel Stephens (Janet) of Tampa, FL

Many other family & friends

 

Funeral Service: Friday, March 29, 2024 at 11:00amCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Billy Silverman officiating

 

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Friday 
 

Burial: Bethlehem Cemetery

 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bethlehem Cemetery Fund, in c/o of Peggy Loy, 3008 W. Hwy 80, Russell Springs, KY 42642.

 

Bernard Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for Edith Ann Stephens Jessee.  An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
 


Lucy Ann Sweigart, 66, Arcadia, IN


Lucy Ann Sweigart, 66, of Arcadia, IN passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 24, 2024 surrounded by her family at her residence. She was born in Jamestown, KY on September 6, 1957 to the late Oves "Cardell" and Vina (Ballenger) Chapman.
 

On May 26, 1984, she married John M. Sweigart and shared 37 years of marriage until his passing in 2022.


Lucy grew up in the Jamestown, KY area and was a member of Russell County High School’s graduating class of 1975. She worked for Industrial Dielectrics for 23 years until she took early retirement so that she could care for her mother for the last 8 years of her mother’s life. Those who knew Lucy knew she was a ball of energy and loved to care for others and volunteer. She spent countless hours volunteering throughout her community by helping arrange Teen Nights, volunteering as a Juvenile Probation Mentor, volunteering at the Aroma Food Pantry, and volunteering at Elwood Health & Living where she was recognized by being named Volunteer of the Year. In her earlier years, she enjoyed riding on the Harley with John, reading, and spending time at the lake on their boat. As she battled cancer, she became more in tune with her old TV shows, especially Andy Griffith, and completing Sudoku puzzles. One thing about Lucy that never faltered is that she loved spending her time with her family and loved to spoil her nieces and nephews, whom she treated more like her own children. Lucy was a bright spot for anyone who knew her and is going to be greatly missed.

 

SURVIVORS:
2 brothers: John (Jo) Chapman of Arcadia, IN and Rudy (Jenny) Chapman of Jamestown, KY

1 sister: Cathy (Jimmy Deceased) Grider of Arcadia, IN

Sister-in-law: Jackie Chapman of Jamestown, KY

Several nieces & nephews, great nieces & nephews, & great-great nieces & nephews


In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, John M. Sweigart; a sister, Wanda Wethington; a brother, Ronnie Chapman; and 2 brothers-in-law: Francis Wethington and Jimmy Grider.

Funeral Service: Friday, March 29, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY


Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Friday at the funeral home


Burial: Bethel Cemetery in Jamestown, KY


Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the Bethel Cemetery in c/o Dale Malone, 2049 Arlus Hale Road, Russell Springs, KY

H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

 


Janice L. Grider, 81, Russell Springs, KY


Janice L. Grider, 81, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, March 25, 2024 at Casey County Hospital. She was born on October 11, 1942 in Russell Springs, the daughter of the late Veston Grider and Elgie Coffey Grider

 

She was a member of Dunnville Baptist Church and attended Poplar Grove Baptist Church. Janice was an office worker in an insurance company.


SURVIVORS:
1 brother: Gary Grider of Russell Springs, KY

2 nephews: Tim (Nichole) Bair of Columbia, KY and Jason (Stephanie) Bair of Russell Springs, KY
 

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husbands, Dorman Murphy and Thomas Samson.

Funeral service: Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 4:00pmCT at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Thursday at Wilson Funeral Home

Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 


Joe Donald Dickson, 62, Knifley, KY


Joe Donald Dickson, 62, of Knifley, KY passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Glasgow, KY on November 2, 1961 to the late Donald Dickson and Joyce Goodin Emmitt.

 

Mr. Dickson was a member of the Lick Branch Cumberland Presbyterian Church and was a Firefighter for 32 years serving currently as the Assistant Fire Chief of the Knifley Volunteer Fire Department. He was also a former member of the Bardstown/Nelson County Fire Department, Dry Ridge Volunteer Fire Department, and the Canaanland Quartet. He enjoyed fishing, camping, singing gospel music, and spending time with his family and friends.

 

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Sheila Strange Dickson of Knifley, KY

3 children: Tommy Dickson (Annie) of Cane Valley, KY, Andy Dickson (Megan) of Lexington, KY, and Ashley Dickson (Jacob Burton) of Somerset, KY

2 grandchildren: Oliver and Simon Dickson

3 siblings: Cheryl Page (Ricky) of Charleston, SC, Mike Steenbergen of Scottsville, KY, and Stacy Thompson (Joey) of Cub Run, KY

Uncle: Rollin Dickson (Linda) of Glasgow, KY

Special family friend: Marshall Bailey of Glasgow, KY

Several nieces & nephews

 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Patty Dickson Bailey, his stepfather, Chester Emmitt; a brother, Joe David Dickson; a niece, Courtney Steenbergen; and a nephew, Tristan Page.

 

Graveside service: Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 11:00amCT at Lick Branch Cemetery in Barren County, KY

 

Visitation: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 from 4:00-8:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home


In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the funeral home to assist with funeral expenses or the WHAS Crusade for Children at 520 W. Chestnut St. Louisville, KY 40202.

 

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
 


Hurston Holt, 81, Richmond, KY

 

Hurston Holt, 81, left this earth on Thursday, March 21, 2024 surrounded by family, and after a long illness in which he battled bravely. He was born on February 5, 1943 in Windsor, KY, the son of Ruby and Berlin “Byrd” Holt. 
 

Mr. Holt graduated from Russell County High School and attended Western Kentucky University. He met and married his college sweetheart and best friend of 60 years, Martha. He attended the University Church of Christ and lived a life of faith to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was a wonderful provider for his family. He worked at Dresser Industries Instrument Division in Berea, KY for 28 years and had many wonderful friends. He loved spending time with his family and friends, being a fan of Western Kentucky University, going to Oak Island Beach, and working out at the YMCA.


He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Martha Evelyn Lee Holt; his parents, Ruby and Berlin Holt, and a sister, Glenodine Thomas.


SURVIVORS:

4 children: Evelyn Hunter, Joe Holt (Robin), Michelle Berry (Allen) and Marsha Christopher (Zachary Williford)

6 grandchildren: Abigail Borchers (Jack), Beth Hunter, Steven Holt (Haley Slavey), Emma Alford, Alania Williford, and Harley Williford

1 great-grandchild: Ivyanna Slavey

Many nieces, nephews, cousins, & dear friends
 

He was dearly loved by his family, and friends because he loved dearly.        
 

Funeral Service: Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 7:00pmET at the Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home in Richmond, KY with Bo. Jay Dixon officiating

 

Visitation: Thursday from 4.00pm-7:00pmET at Combs, Parsons, & Collins Funeral Home (www.cpcfh.com)


Private interment: Oak Hill Cemetery in Rockcastle County, KY

 

This obituary is a courtesy of Bernard Funeral Home. 


Jimmy Kent Bowmer, 85, Jamestown, KY


Jimmy Kent Bowmer, 85, of Jamestown, KY passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. He was born on August 26, 1938 in Russell Springs, the son of the late Julian Meredith and Opal Lee Combest Bowmer.
 

Jimmy Kent lived his life as an independent man, being a truck driver for over 30 years. He was an avid UK sports fan. 
 

SURVIVORS:

2 sons, Billy (and Jana) Bowmer of Jamestown and Barry (and Karen) Bowmer of Lexington

5 grandchildren: John Michael (and Sabrina) Bowmer, Christopher (and Sally) Bowmer, Cody (and Kayleigh) Lawson, Brian (and Alex) Lawson, and Lauren Wallace

7 great-grandchildren (with one on-the-way)

 

In addition to his parents, Jimmy Kent was preceded in death by his daughter, Kelly Bowmer; and his sister, Betty Lou Branscum. 

 

Funeral service: 1:00pmCT Thursday, March 28, 2024 at Bernard Funeral Home.
 

Burial: Russell Springs City Cemetery

 

Visitation: After 11:00amCT until time on Thursday at the funeral home

 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations of sympathy be made to God’s Food Pantry, P.O. Box 1503, Russell Springs, KY 42642. For information or questions regarding donations, please call Gods’ Food Pantry at 270-866-7992.

 

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
 


Earl Morrison Coffey, 86, Columbia, KY

 

Earl Morrison Coffey, 86, of Columbia, KY passed away Saturday, March 23, 2024 at his residence. He was born on September 18, 1937 in Montpelier, KY to the late Holland C. and Zelma Morrison Coffey.

 

Mr. Coffey was a member of the former Pleasant Hill Christian Church and most recently attended the Russell Springs Christian Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Berlin Crisis of 1961. He was a member of the Adair County Cattlemen’s Association and enjoyed farming and spending time with his family and friends.

 

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Marilyn Sparks Coffey of Montpelier, KY

1 son: Shannon “Radar” Coffey (Michelle) of Franklin, IN

2 grandchildren: Alexis Carrillo (Justin) and Sawyer Coffey

1 great-grandchild: Rory Carrillo;

4 siblings: Gene Coffey (Lillie) of Louisville, KY, Carl Coffey (June) of Shepherdsville, KY, Ina Smith of Louisville, KY, and Guinda Miller (Bobby) of Columbus, OH

Sister-in-law: Ada Coffey of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews

 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Joe Norman Coffey; a sister, Shirley Holt and her husband Orvil; and a brother-in-law, Lowell Smith.

 

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 30, 2024 at 2:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with

 

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery with military honors provided by VFW Post 6097

 

Visitation: Saturday after 10:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Carroll Egnew and Bro. Don Emerson officiating

 

Pallbearers: Jason Coffey, Derek Miller, Gary Smith, Corey Coffey, Tim Antle, and Dustin Ballenger
 


Stanley Russell Garmon, 100, Columbia, KY

 

Stanley Russell Garmon, 100, of Columbia, KY passed away Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Fair Oaks Nursing Home in Jamestown, KY. He was born in Columbia, KY on September 29, 1923 to the late Francis M. and Mable Pollard Garmon.


He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Elizabeth Brockman Garmon.

 

Mr. Garmon was of the Pentecostal faith and was a truck farmer selling produce around the area. He enjoyed crafts, building birdhouses, vegetable gardening, being around people and spending time with his family and friends.

 

SURVIVORS:

4 children: Phillip Russell Garmon (Sharon) of Columbia, KY, Joyce Roach Dalton (Ronnie) of Nancy, KY, Sarah Kay Hammond of Lawrenceburg, KY, and Naomi Ann Bruce of Columbia, KY

6 grandchildren: Renee Kemp, Chris Roach (Monica), Missy Bruce McKalvia (Patrick), Cameron Garmon (Brooke), Daniel Hammond (Tasha), and Josh Bruce (Bethany)

18 great-grandchildren & 5 great-great-grandchildren

1 brother: Jerry Garmon (Kathy) of Columbia, KY

Special caregiver: Beth Denham

Several nieces & nephews

 

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by two siblings: Shively Garmon and Dorothy Parks.

 

Private Graveside Service: Friday, March 29, 2024

 

Visitation: Thursday after 5:00pmCT and Friday from 9:00am-10:30amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home
 


Edna Alene Melson, 85, Adair County, Ky

 

Edna Alene Melson, 85, of the Cundiff community in Adair County, KY died Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 10:20 A.M. at Green Hill Manor Nursing & Rehab in Greensburg. She was born August 29, 1938 in Adair County to the late Roy and Mamie Cape Helm. 

 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three sons & one daughter-in-law: Walter Dwayne Melson, Ronnie Lee Melson, Donnie and Gayle Melson; one brother, Roy Helm, Jr.; and two sisters,: Louise George and Thelma Bunch. 
 

She was a member of Melson Ridge United Baptist Church and retired from Union Underwear.

 

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Walter Melson of Cundiff

1 son: Gary Melson (Vicki) of Cundiff

3 sisters: Faylene Spencer and Barbara Polston both of Cundiff, and Irene Spencer of Fairplay

6 grandchildren: Donnie Joe Melson (Tralisa), Stacey Ayers (Rodney), Jennifer Wall (Mike), Tabitha Coomer, Brandon Melson (Heather), Andrew Melson (Jordan)

13 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends

 

Funeral service: Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Mitchell Eggers officiating

 

Burial: Burchett Cemetery

 

Visitation after 4:00 P.M. Tuesday

 

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 


Vickie Elaine Crowell, 64, Russell County, KY


Vickie Elaine Crowell, 64, passed from this life on Monday, March 18, 2024. She was born on November 14,1959 in Pensacola, Florida to Thomas Russ and Bernice Defoe.

She was a proud member of the Poarch Creek Indian Tribe from Atmore, AL.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Bob Crowell

3 sons: Rob Crowell Jr (Terri) of Russell Springs, KY, Chase Jordan and Waylon Gaskins both of Jamestown, KY

1sister: Roxanna Goff (Jim)

2 brothers: Tom Russ (Tammy) and Tim Russ (Debbie) both of Noblesville, IN

4 grandchildren: Tristan and McKenzie Crowell of Russell Springs, KY, Taylor Crowell of Noblesville, IN and Kenzie Crowell of North Vernon, IN

2 great-grandchildren

Special uncle & aunt: J.D. & Connie Gibson of Middletown, IIN

Mother-in-law: Dorothy Beaver

Brother-in-law: Joe Beaver (Anita)

2 sisters-in-law: Connie Hays and Annette Crowell of Jamestown, KY

 
She was preceded in death by a son, Michael Crowell. 

The family chose care and cremation and no services are scheduled at this time.

H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. 
 

Winford Ray Harris, 84, Windsor, KY

 
Winford Ray Harris, 84, of Windsor, KY passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at UK Bluegrass Hospice Care in Lexington. Born October 1, 1939 in Russell County, he was the only child of the late Omer and Delpha Ragle Harris. 
 

Winford was a former production manager at Essex Wire, in Lafayette, Indiana.  He enjoyed watching sports, especially UK Wildcats basketball and Cincinnati Reds baseball.  Winford was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church.  He leaves behind two cats that he loved, “Hermie” and “Little Bit”.

 

Survivors include several cousins, as well as a special friend and caregiver, Carolyn Bressler.

 

In addition to his parents, Winford was preceded in death by his son, Jimmy Harris.

 

Funeral Service: 1:00pmET on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Bro. Dwight Coffman and Bro. Mark Yaden officiating


 

Burial: Mill Springs National Cemetery with full military honors provided by American Legion Post #38

 

Visitation: After 11:00amET on Tuesday at the church

 

Pallbearers: Jacob Bressler, Ray Sandusky, Brent Clements, Jimmy Wilson, Cheston Wilson, and Milton Wade

 

Honorary pallbearer: Tony Withers

 

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to: Shriners Children’s Burn Center, in Dayton, Ohio. These can be made online at donate.lovetotherescue.org or mailed to: Shriners Children’s, Processing Center, PO Box 947765, Atlanta, GA 30394.

 

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
 


Gladys McClure Carnes, 85, Jamestown, KY


Gladys McClure Carnes, 85, of Jamestown, KY passed away Wednesday, March 20 2024 at her residence. She was born on January 9, 1939 in Russell County, KY, the daughter of the late Stanley McClure and Verla Mann McClure.
 

She was a hairdresser and a member of Freedom Christian Church. 

SURVIVORS:
Husband: Carl Carnes of Jamestown, KY 
2 sons: Timothy Carnes (Jennifer) of Russell Springs, KY and Anthony T. Carnes ( "Tiffany) of Jamestown, KY

1 sister: Mary Ann Collins (R.C.) of Jamestown, KY

6 grandchildren: Morgan Dishman, Hunter (and Logan) Smith, and Jensen Carnes of Russell Springs, Chase Carnes of Lexington, Colton Carnes and Gage Carnes of Jamestown

5 great-grandchildren: Sailer Dishman, Tanner Dishman, Briar Dishman, Parker Smith and Riley Smith

A host of nephews, nieces, & other family members

 

Along with her parents, Gladys was preceded in death by her brothers: James McClure, Leon McClure, Stanley McClure Jr., Willis McClure, and Phillip McClure. .

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY with Bro. Wendell Roberts and Bro. Scott Grey officiating

Visitation: After 10:30amCT on Saturday at Wilson Funeral Home

Interment: Carnes - Ballenger Cemetery, Black Fish Road, Jamestown, KY

 

Pallbearers: Chase Carnes, Colton Carnes, Gage Carnes, Logan Smith, Zach Bernard, and Jerry Humble 


Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 


David Dewey Scott, 70, Columbia, KY


David Dewey Scott, 70, of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at T.J. Samson Hospital in Glasgow, KY. He was born in Columbia, KY on December 24, 1953 to the late Carl Scott and Allene Absher.

 

Mr. Scott was a retired Sergeant in the U S Army and Kentucky National Guard. He enjoyed doing mechanic work, woodworking, University of Kentucky basketball, reading, outdoor activities, and spending time with his family and friends.


SURVIVORS:

2 children: David Douglas Scott (Juanita) and Shannon Renee Scott Gadberry both of Columbia, KY

4 grandchildren: Jonathan Scott (Billie Elizabeth), Corey Scott (Harlie), Anthony Alley (Ashley), and Cody Gadberry

7 great grandchildren: Jaden, Rory and Riley Scott, Levi Money, Lanie Wilbanks, and Timree and Layton Alley

2 sisters: Marlene Flatt (Melvin) of Columbia, KY and Samantha Shepherd of Butler, KY

Several special nieces & nephews

 

Funeral Service: Monday, March 25, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Shane Gaskins officiating

 

Burial: Freedom Cemetery with military honors provided by VFW Post 6097

 

Visitation: Sunday from 4:00-8:00pmCT and on Monday morning until time for the service

 

Pallbearers: Jonathan Scott, Corey Scott, Cody Gadberry, Phillip Cornelison, Brent Pelston, Chris Bragg, and Levi Money
 

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

 


Stephen Lynn Gadberry, 61, Columbia, KY

 
Stephen Lynn Gadberry, 61, of Columbia, KY passed away Monday, March 18, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Columbia, KY on April 1, 1962 to the late Orville Denver “Dutch” Gadberry and Ethel Mae McClister Gadberry of Burkesville, KY who survives. 
 
Mr. Gadberry was of the Church of Christ faith and enjoyed riding motorcycles and spending time with his family and friends.
 
SURVIVORS:
His mother: Ethel Mae McClister Gadberry of Burkesville, KY 
His companion of 42 years: Deborah Bryant of Columbia, KY
1 daughter: Samantha Lynn Bryant (Christopher Gilbert) of Columbia, KY
2 grandchildren: Rickie Mae Bryant and Stevie Ray Gilbert
3 sisters: Judy Mings of Louisville, KY, Donna Bailey (Danny) of Columbia, KY, and Pam Prewitt (Rick) of Burkesville, KY
Sister-in-law: Josephine Gadberry of Columbia
Several nieces & nephews
 
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ricky Gadberry and a brother-in-law, J.C. Mings.
 
Funeral Service: Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Stanley Watson and Bro. Ralph Foster officiating
 
Burial: McClister Cemetery
 
Visitation: Friday from 4:00-8:00pmCT and Saturday until time for the service at the funeral home
 
Pallbearers: Chris Gilbert, Blake Helm, Chris Wethington, Jeff Herron, Jonathan Vaughn, and Victor Vaughn
 
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangments.
 

Arletta Irene Butler, 87, Russell Springs, KY

 
Arletta Irene Butler, 87, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, March 18, 2024, at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. She was born in Lancaster, MO to the late Virgil McDaniel and Doris VanDyke Hayes.
 
Ms. Butler was a very active lady working until she was 80 years old at her last job as a desk clerk at Baymont Hotel in Muskegon, MI, she enjoyed playing cards selling healthcare products, networking, and spending time with her family and friends.
 
SURVIVORS:
5 children: Blane Butler (Ingrid) of Maryland, Cindy Lou (Paul) of Bloomington, IN, Darrin Butler (JungSun) of Arizona, Debbie Lawrence (Julius) of Russell Springs, KY, and Jeffrey Scott Butler of Columbia, KY
29 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, & 16 great great grandchildren
 
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Alan Butler; her ex-husband, Stacy O. Butler; three siblings: Ben McDaniel, Ruth Harris, and Bob Wilson; and 6 grandchildren.
 
The family chose cremation and a memorial service will be held on Friday March 22, 2024 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.
 
Visitation: Friday from 9:00am-11:00amCT 
 
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
 

Irma Mae Reitz Sallee, 93, Russell Springs, KY

 

Irma Mae Reitz Sallee, 93, of Russell Springs, KY died Sunday, March 17, 2024 with her family at her side. She was born on December 4, 1930 in Louisville, KY to Elmore Smith Reitz and Erma Viola Landhart Reitz. 

 

She grew up in the Germantown neighborhood and attended Atherton High School. Irma married her husband of 69 years, Charles Ford Salle in 1950. Shortly after, she moved with him to Texas during his service in the US Army. When they returned to Louisville, they made their home in Okolona where Irma enjoyed bowling leagues, hosting bunco, and raising their three daughters. Irma was a “dance mom” to the girls and continued to support them and her grandchildren when they decided never to leave the stage life.

 

Irma was well known in Louisville and featured in the Courier-Journal for her impressive wedding cakes.  She made cakes of all shapes and sizes with ornate embellishments. She would have preferred to serve cake or pie for dinner each night as her kitchen was often overrun with batters and icing for her next creation.

 

A true creative, Irma was also an accomplished seamstress and artist. She was a costume-maker for the Union Barrackades, a USO troupe that her daughters performed in. She made countless prom dresses, four wedding dresses, and hundreds of costumes in her lifetime. Irma enjoyed painting in watercolor and did several murals for her friends’ and family’s homes and businesses. Like most artists, her sewing room was crammed with fabrics, patterns, and “gingerbread” for her next project. If she could envision it, she could make it.

 

In addition to her parents, Irma Mae Sallee was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Ford Sallee; her brothers: Elmer Reitz, Frank Reitz, and Ralph Reitz; her dear sister, Rose Ada Reitz Kelty; and a favorite nephew, Glenn Reitz. 

 

SURVIVORS:

3 daughters, Terry (Rick) Miles, Martha Sallee, and Patty (Eric) Grider

5 grandchildren: Casey (Jeremy) Lewis, Nick (Michelle) Miles, Sean Miles, Taylor (Braxton) Mann, and Zach Grider

8 great-grandchildren

 

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 9:00amCT at Bernard Funeral Home in Russell Springs, KY

 

Burial: Cave Hill Cemetery in Louisville at 1:30pmCT (2:30pmET)

 

Visitation: After 5:00pmCT on Friday, March 22, 2024

 

Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

 


Shelby Ray Coppage, 81, Adair County, KY


Shelby Ray Coppage, 81, of the Millerfield community in Adair County, KY passed away Friday, March 15, 2024 at his residence. He was born on January 10, 1943 in Liberty, KY, a son of the late Curtis Leslie Coppage and Fannie Smith Coppage.

 

Mr. Coppage was a farmer. 

SURVIVORS:
Wife: Janet Sapp Coppage of Russell Springs, KY 
4 daughters: Regina Knight (Jim), Tammy Robertson, Kim Passmore (James Kerns), and Christe Potter all of Russell Springs, KY

1 son: Danny Ray Coppage (Carol) of Russell Springs, KY

3 sisters: Lois Coleman of Liberty, KY, Judy Carol Hamm of Eubank, KY and Linda Pennington of Stanford, KY

17 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren & 3 great-great grandchildren
 

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings: Leonard Coppage, David Coppage and Freda Marie Gastineau.

Funeral Service: Monday, March 18, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY with Bro. Jeff Meeks officiating

Visitation: After 12:00pmCT on Monday at Wilson Funeral Home

Interment: Coppage Cemetery, Highway 76, Columbia, KY

 

Pallbearers: Travis Robertson, Erik Andrew, Dominic Coppage, Daniel Coppage, John Robertson and Dalton Potter


Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.


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