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SUZANNE PAXTON, 70, GREEN CO.

Posted About Four Years Ago by LISA CLARK

Constance Suzanne "Suzi" Paxton, 70, of Green County, KY, daughter of the late Luther Welby Giltner, and Marjorie Louise Thornton Giltner Wooley, was born September 30, 1949 in Madison, Indiana and departed this life on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at her home.

Suzanne had made a profession of faith in Christ, was a member of the Greensburg United Methodist Church, was a retired machinist after 40 years with Batesville Casket Company, and was a cosmetologist.

She united in marriage to Norman Wayne Paxton on March 26, 1983 who preceded her in death o August 24, 2012.

SURVIVORS: 2 step-children: Brad Paxton of Georgetown, KY & Anne Vinson of Scottsville, KY; 2 special nieces: Jacy Warrell and husband Chris of Tennessee, and Samantha Stenger of Hawaii; 1 brother: Luther W. Giltner, Jr. of Indiana; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Mrs. Paxton was also preceded in death by five sisters and a brother: Gwendolyn Brinson, Jennifer Wooley, Linda Wooley, Bonita Geyman, Bridgette Corbin, and Michael Giltner.

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Mrs. Paxton chose cremation. No formal services at this time.

Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg is in charge of arrangements.

For online condolences log onto: www.cowherdandparrott.com.

ALICE LEE PETTIT BRYANT, 66, GREEN CO.

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Alice Lee Pettit Bryant, 66, of the Grab Community of Green County, KY, daughter of the late John Pettit and Ella Wooldridge Pettit, was born February 11, 1953 in Green County and departed this life on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, KY.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ, was a member of the Old Path Baptist Church and was a homemaker.

SURVIVORS:

Husband of 49 years: Clarence Wayne Bryant of the Grab Community, having united in marriage on July 19, 1970

1 sister: Betty Jean "Jeanie" Moran of Buffalo

A host of other relatives and friends

Mrs. Bryant was also preceded in death by four sisters and one brother: Wanda Lou Whitlow, Brenda Sue Helm, Willie Frances Pettit, Fredia Ann Kingrey, and J. W. Pettit.

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Funeral Service: 1:00pmCT on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the Old Path Baptist Church with Bro. Mickey Pruitt and Bro. Adam Pruitt officiating

Burial: New Salem Cemetery

Visitation: After 9:30amCT on Saturday at the church

Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg in charge of the service arrangements.

For online condolences log onto: www.cowherdandparrott.com or Facebook.

PALLBEARERS: John Whitlow, Noel Warf, Dennis Bryant, Richard Jeffries, Kerry Patterson, Jeff Patterson

HONORARY PALLBEARERS: Vernon Howard "Doc" Pettit, Marion Pettit

PHYLLIS ANN STEPHENS EARLY, 76, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Phyllis Ann Stephens Early, 76, of Campbellsville, KY passed away Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Green Hills Nursing Home in Greensburg, KY. Phyllis was born March 18, 1943 to Curtis and Ora Mae Stephens of Pineville, KY.

SURVIVORS: Husband, Joseph E. Early, Sr.; 1 son: Joseph E. Early, Jr. & wife Tiffany of Campbellsville, KY; 1 sister: Sharon Collett & husband Rafe of Middlesboro, KY; 2 brothers –in-law: Walter B. Early (deceased) & wife Nora of Hudson, Florida and Richard H. Early & wife Francis of Independence, KY; Nephews and nieces: Brian Early, Richard Early, Daphany Prewitt, Valerie Chabot, April Early, Richard Collett, Angela Gibson, and Rebecca Overholt; 13 great-nephews and nieces.

Phyllis loved teaching young people. She taught second grade in Mount Sterling Independent Schools, Mount Sterling, Kentucky; fifth grade in the Knoxville City School system, Knoxville, Tennessee, and seventh, eight, and second grade in the Williamsburg Independent School system from which she retired. She was an active and dedicated member of a local Baptist Church in every community she and her husband lived during their 57 years together.

Visitation: 1 to 4 PM, Saturday, February 1, 2020 at Parrott and Ramsey Funeral Home, Campbellsville, KY

Funeral Service: Monday, February 3, 2020 at Main Street Baptist Church in Williamsburg, KY

Visitation: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Monday

The family requests that in place of flowers donations be made to the Missions Fund at Saloma Baptist Church (Campbellsville, KY), the Building Fund at Campbellsville Baptist Church (Campbellsville, KY), or the Building Fund at Main Street Baptist Church (Williamsburg, KY).

SAMUEL JOSEPH NEWTON III, 64, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Samuel Joseph Newton, III, 64, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Samuel Joseph Newton, II and Willa Mae Tuggle Newton, was born December 7, 1955 in Taylor County, KY. He died at 1:16 P.M., Tuesday, January 28, 2020 in Louisville.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Stoner Creek United Methodist Church. Samuel was a former employee of Wal-Mart in Campbellsville, a self-taught guitarist who loved Johnny Cash, Elvis and Westerns. He spent the last year in Louisville but he always kept up with Campbellsville news and weather. He always enjoyed children, animals and the farm. He was a true people person who brought joy to everyone he met by always taking the time to smile and speak with them. There was a special bond between him and his brother and sister who will miss him very much.

SURVIVORS: one brother and one sister: John Mark Newton of Columbia and Connie Mae Newton of Campbellsville; Foster-mother, LaDonna Gaddis and family; special friends: the McCawley family of Columbia, Pam Fisher, Lisa Sopha and Shelley Kendall of Campbellsville and Larry Satterly of Louisville; his extended family at Tri-Generation and many other relatives and friends.

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VISITATION: 11:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M., Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

FAMILY REQUEST EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY BE DONATIONS TO TOYS FOR KIDS AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

EDWIN JUNIOR BLAYDES, 82, GREEN CO. (ADAIR CO. NATIVE)

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Edwin "Junior" Blaydes, 82, of Green County, KY, son of the late Edwin "Bish" Blaydes, Sr. and Helen Walker Blaydes, was born on Sunday, November 28, 1937 in Adair County, KY and departed this life on Monday, January 27, 2020 at the Green Hill Rehab and Care Center.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Maple Hill United Methodist Church. He was a self-employed carpenter, contractor, and farmer. He was also a veteran having served in the United States Army.

SURVIVORS:

Wife of 56 years, Phala Devore Blaydes of Green County, having united in marriage on December 22, 1963

2 sons and daughters-in-law: Greg and Mary Blaydes of Midway, and Chris and Amy Blaydes of Campbellsville

1 daughter and son-in-law: Allyson and Jason Davis of Edmonton

7 grandchildren: Zac Blaydes, Will Blaydes, Drew Blaydes all of Midway, Braxton Davis, Braelyn Davis both of Edmonton; Mia Blaydes and Molly Blaydes both of Campbellsville

1 sister: Marjorie Knight of Indiana

A host of other relatives and friends

Mr. Blaydes was also preceded in death by a brother and a sister: William Blaydes and Ann Mary Shirley.

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Funeral service: 2:00 P.M., Central Time, Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home with Bro. Pat Humphrey, Bro. John Blakey and Bro. Victor Matney officiating

Burial: Maple Hill Community Cemetery

Visitation: 4 P.M. until 8 P.M., Central Time, Wednesday and after 7 A.M., Thursday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home

The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Gideon Bible Fund, Maple Hill United Methodist Church Building Fund, or the Maple Hill Community Cemetery which can be made at the funeral home.

For online condolences log onto: www.cowherdandparrott.com.

PALLBEARERS: Zac Blaydes, Will Blaydes, Drew Blaydes, Braxton Davis, Ricky Knight, Michael Knight

HONORARY PALLBEARERS: Larry P. Clark, Larry Clark, Joey Clark, Jody Curry, Grady Thompson, Kenny Morgan, Royce Clark, Johnny Horton

GARY MILBY, 62, GREEN CO.

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Gary Dean Milby, 62, of Campbellsville, KY was born July 28, 1957 to Holland Milby and the late Norman Faye (Collins) Pike. He departed this life on Sunday, January 27, 2020 at his home after a battle with cancer.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was Campbellsville Baptist Temple. Mr. Milby was a truck driver, driving as long as his health allowed. He drove most recently for WalMart for 7 years, and had pulled for Super Service for 24 years prior to that. He loved listening to music of all genres, watching races (even driving some as a younger man), but was most passionate about the relationships he built with his family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 3 siblings: Cecile Wood, Sharon Wood, and Larry Collins.

SURVIVORS:

Wife: Marcia (Thompson) Milby

Father & stepmother: Holland and Patty (Brown) Milby

2 children: Adam Milby & fiance Sally, and Karen Campbell & husband William

3 sisters: Sharon Mills & husband Jeff, Shirley Smith & husband Phillip, and Stephanie Vanmeter & husband James

1 beloved granddaughter: Savannah Milby

A host of other family and friends

Funeral Service: Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY with Bro. Jason Keltner officiating.

Burial: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Cemetery

Visitation: The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 from 5:00-8:00 PM.

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

JAMES EDWARD WHITLOCK, JR., 63, TAYLOR CO.

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James Edward Whitlock, Jr., 63, died January 22, 2020. He was a son of the late James Whitlock, Sr., and Barbara Hazard Whitlock. James was born October 6, 1956 at Camp Pendleton, California.

SURVIVORS:

Siblings: Vincent Whitlock of Chicago, Illinois; Elizabeth Whitlock & Stephen Whitlock of Lexington, KY; Alisa Beth McKinney-Whitlock

Nieces: Haleigh and Delaney Whitlock, also of Lexington, Kentucky

1 step-brother: Grant A. Cox (Karli) and sons, of Prospect, KY

A host of family and friends who were inspired by his unwavering courage and faith

Jimmy’s early years were spent in Lebanon where he was confirmed at St. Augustine Catholic Church and lived in Campbellsville, KY before he relocated to Lexington after a life-altering automobile accident. He went on to graduate from UK with a business degree and was a knowledgeable thoroughbred horse-racing enthusiast who never lost his immense appreciation for wildlife conservation and the outdoors.

Always with a smile and kind words for everyone, Jimmy was one of the longest living quadriplegics in the U.S.

Visitation and memorial service will be held in Campbellsville with interment in Saloma Cemetery, Taylor County on Saturday, March 7th, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. Parrott-Ramsey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A memorial gathering will be held at the family home in Lexington, KY on Sunday, March 29th, 2020 from 1:00 - 4:00 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances can be sent to Race Track Chaplaincy of America, which ministers to the needs of everyone involved in the horse racing industry, 2365 Harrodsburg Rd. Ste. A-120, Lexington, Kentucky 40504.

RALPH LEE MCKINNEY SR., 81, GREEN CO.

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Ralph Lee McKinney, Sr., 81, was born July 22, 1938 in Green County, KY to the late Alton and Mary Lizzie Meadows McKinney. He departed this life Friday, January 24, 2020 at U of L Health Mary and Elizabeth Hospital in Louisville, KY.

He was a United States Airforce Veteran and a trucker.

SURVIVORS:

Wife: Marian Mae Cunningham McKinney, 3 daughters: Linda Click and husband Charles Thomas, Theresa Nauert and husband Christopher and Donna McCutchen, all of Louisville, KY; 1 sister: Vallie Mae Wallace of Louisville; 1 brother: Raymond McKinney of Greensburg, 7 grandchildren: Ronnie, Scott, Holly, Cherish, Dylan, Zachary and Skylar and several great grandchildren.

Funeral Service: Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home 10 a.m. CT Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Visitation: 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. CT Monday and after 7 a.m. CT Tuesday

Officiating: Bro. Wilburn Bonta

Burial: McKinney Cemetery, Green County, KY with Full Military Honors

Pallbearers: Christopher Nauert, Zachary Baldauf, Dylan McCutchen

Online condolences: www.fostertolercurry.com

LEOLA RUCKER, 90, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Leola (Reynolds) Rucker, 90, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Lee and Gertrude (Caulk) Reynolds, was born in Finley on June 2, 1929. She departed this life on Saturday, January 25, 2020 in Greensburg at the Green Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a lifelong member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, where she especially enjoyed singing in the choir. Mrs. Rucker was a testament of personal strength, and a 42 year breast cancer survivor. She was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom, a cherished mother and grandmother, and a devoted homemaker to Mr. G.L. Rucker, Jr., who preceded her in death in 1993.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter and son-in-law: Lorrie and David Spachman of Greensburg

2 sisters: Eula Durham and Shirley Kennon, both of Campbellsville

1 brother: Bob Reynolds and wife Rita of Columbia

2 grandchildren: Joshua Spachman and wife Stephanie of Hodgenville, and Christopher Spachman of Bowling Green

A host of beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends

She was also preceded in death by a brother, Parnell Reynolds, and a sister, Aileen Lyon.

Funeral Service: Monday, January 27, 2020 at 1:00 PM in the sanctuary of the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, 6380 Old Lebanon Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Dr. James Jones and Bro. Dennis Santos will be officiating.

Burial: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

The family will receive friends at the church on Monday, January 27, from 11:00 AM until time for the service.

LOWELL DOUGLAS WALDEN, 64, COLUMBIA

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Lowell Douglas Walden, 64, of Columbia, KY son of the late Andrew Richard and Anna Francis (Johnson) Walden, was born in Oldham County on May 24, 1955. He departed this life on Saturday, January 25, 2020 in Adair County at Westlake Regional Hospital.

Lowell made a profession of faith in Christ and attended Bethlehem Baptist Church. He was a carpenter and farmer by trade, and a member of the Simpsonville Volunteer Fire Department over 40 years. He loved being able to help his community - collecting donations for the Crusade for Children was a favorite time of year for him. He was an avid UK basketball fan and a collector of Elvis memorabilia.

He was also preceded in death by an uncle he loved like a father: Ernest Lee Walden; 2 siblings: Andy Lee Walden and Margaret Spears; and 5 nieces and nephews: Danny Cline, Carl Cline, Donald Reese, Kimberly Reese, and Mary Ann Jones.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Lowell Douglas Walden, Jr., Anthony Douglas Walden, and Amanda Walden

5 siblings: Johnny Ray Walden and wife Meryl of Columbia, Helen Gilpin of Indiana, Mary Jo Swartz of Shelbyville, Linda Raisor of Tennessee, and Anna Perkins and husband Donnie of Knifley

15 nieces and nephews: Teresa Abrell, Amy Frost, Stephanie Shuck, John Gregory Walden, Crissy Trail, Mary Ann Swartz, Anthony Swartz, Jeffrey Swartz, Ricky Walden, Allen Ogden, Larry Ogden, Vicki Haycraft, Cindy Cline, Deborah Cline, and Donna Abner

Close friends: Terry Milby and Herby Harrell

A host of other family and friends

Funeral Service: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY with Bro. Joey Hicks officiating

Burial: Pierce Community Cemetery

Visitation: Tuesday, January 28, from 10:00 AM until time for the service at the funeral home

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the funeral expenses. Those can be made in person at the funeral home, or online at www.lrpetty.com/donations.

JORDAN WAYNE COPPAGE, 33, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Jordan Wayne Coppage, 33, the son of Tim Coppage and Leslie (Parrott) Gaines, both of Campbellsville, was born on June 25, 1986 in Campbellsville and departed this life in on Friday, January 10, 2020 at his home in Campbellsville.

He was of the Baptist Faith and was a Veteran of the United States Army, having served his country honorably in during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Jordan enjoyed his family and friends and helping his dad train dogs. He loved watching sports, and was an avid U of L Cardinal fan.

SURVIVORS: Parents: Tim Coppage and wife Traci, and Leslie Gaines and husband Lee, all of Campbellsville; 3 children: Nigel, Kayala, and McKinleigh; 1 brother: Jerrett Coppage and wife Andrea of Campbellsville; 10 step-siblings: Brittany Ebetino and Matthew Gibson, both of Indiana, Cheyenne Milby of Lebanon, Ashton Chelf, Scotty Chelf, and Cory Williams, all of Campbellsville, Jennifer Gaines of Lexington, and Marcia Gaines, Angela Gail Gaines, and Autumn Carol Gaines, all of Lebanon; Grandparents: Lanny and Sue Parrott of Campbellsville; his companion: Cassandra Harriss; his former wife: Haydee Coppage, and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Wayne and Phyllis Coppage.

Funeral Service: Monday, January 27, 2020 at 10:30 A.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville

Burial: Lebanon National Cemetery with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard

Visitation: After 8:30 A.M. on Monday

Memorials are suggested to the funeral expense fund. Those can be made in person at the funeral home or online at lrpetty.com/donations.

DEBORAH BLOYD COLBURN, LOUISVILLE (FORMERLY OF GREEN CO.)

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Deborah Bloyd Colburn of Louisville, KY passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020 in Louisville.

SURVIVORS:

Father: Carlos Bloyd of Louisville (formerly of Greensburg)

1 daughter & son-in-law: Brandie & Terry Blake of Louisville

1 son & daughter-in-law: Christopher & Tennya Colburn of Louisville

1 sister and brother: Kathy Hart & Todd Bloyd both of Louisville

4 grandchildren

Husband: Richard Hourigan

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Funeral Service: 10:00amET on Friday, January 24, 2020 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals and Receptions East Louisville

Graveside Service: 11:45amCT on Friday at Bloyd-Perkins Cemetery in Summersville, KY

Visitation: 5:00pm-8:00pmET on Thursday at Newcomer Funeral Home in Louisville and from 9:00am-10:00amET on Friday

Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.

For more information concerning this obituary or to make a donation locally, contact Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg.

WILLIE WISE, 85, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Willie Wise, 85, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Ira Wise and Sarah Phillips Wise, was born October 22, 1934 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 5:02 P.M., Saturday, January 18, 2020 in Campbellsville.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Meadowview Baptist Church. Willie served his country honorably in the United States Army. He was a longtime farmer and drove a milk truck for several years. He enjoyed going to car shows, was a member of the Tri County Car Club and was very proud of his 1959 Ford convertible.

Willie united in marriage to Hazel Marple December 29, 1956. She preceded him in death April 4, 2012.

SURVIVORS: 2 step sons: Wally Humphress & wife Peggy of Campbellsville and Howard Humphress & wife Patty of Canton, Ohio; 1 daughter-in-law: Dawn Wise of Campbellsville; 6 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 1 sister and 1 brother: Gladys Wise Roberts, Willard Wise & wife Delma, both of Campbellsville; Special friend: Willine Bowman of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Willie was also preceded in death by one son, Stephen “Steve” Wise; one brother, Vallis Wise and one sister, Bernice Wise.

The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Bluegrass Way Assisted Living for their loving care.

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VISITATION: 5:00 - 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Haywood Riner and Rev. Brent Gupton

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

FAMILY REQUEST EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR GREEN RIVER MINISTRIES HOMELESS SHELTER AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSE FUNERAL HOME

JACK HARTMAN, 88, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Jack Hartman, 88, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Wilfred Hartman and Nettie Malone Hartman, was born December 12, 1931 in Jolliet, Illinois. He died at 2:20 A.M., Sunday, January 19, 2020 in Lexington.

Jack served his country honorably in the United States Army. He was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom. He was former Master of Elkhorn Masonic Lodge #568. After retiring Jack enjoyed playing and singing with the “Country Friends”. He loved all kinds of flowers and took pride in caring for his many plants.

He united in marriage to Joyce Herron May 9, 1959.

SURVIVORS:

Wife: Joyce Hartman of Campbellsville

2 daughters: Donna Hammond and Marsha Arnett of Campbellsville, KY

1 son: Gary Hartman & wife Pam of Lenoir City, Tennessee

6 grandchildren: Andy Johnson and wife Laura, Amber Carey, Jason Hartman, Justin Wood, Ashley Tompkins and Landon Arnett

Many other relatives and friends

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VISITATION: 5:00 - 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Jamie Bennett

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

JOSEPH GORDON ROGERS, 67, GREENSBURG

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Joseph Gordon Rogers Jr., 67 (better known as “Little Joe), of Greensburg, KY, son of the late Joseph Gordon Rogers (Joe) and Ruth Sartin Rogers, was born on July 19, 1952 in Campbellsville, KY and departed this life on Friday, January 17, 2020 at University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, KY.

Known for his quick wit, infectious smile, and the ability to make everyone feel special, Joe made a positive and lasting impact on everyone he encountered. He had made a profession of faith and was a member of Greensburg United Methodist Church. Joe was a successful, retired insurance agent winning many awards and accolades for his 30 plus years of service in the industry. In his spare time, Joe enjoyed playing and listening to music of all types. His family loved when he pulled out his guitar and played and sang all his favorite tunes. Joe was most proud of his children, Josh Rogers of Nashville, Tennessee and Kayla Daniels (Mike) of Greensburg. His favorite title was “Grandratty” to his precious grandchildren Maggie, Cale, and Darby Kate. His sisters and brother were his very best friends and they enjoyed spending time together, with Joe always serving as the life of the party with an inappropriate joke or humorous one liner to keep everyone on their toes. Sisters include, Debbie Hicks (John) of Owensboro, Kentucky; Tate Lobb of Elizabethtown, Kentucky; Ellen Rogers of Greensburg, Kentucky; and brother, John Rogers of Bowling Green, Kentucky. He is also survived by a special friend, Linda Curry of Greensburg, Kentucky. A host of other relatives and friends survive and were an important part of Joe’s life.

Celebration of Life: Friday, January 24th at 4:30pmCT at Greensburg United Methodist Church with Rev. Dale Curry officiating

Visitation: 2:00-4:00pmCT at the church

Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg is in charge of arrangements.

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy be donations to The American Lung Association. These can be made at the church or at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home.

LOU BELL DYER VEATCH, 82, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Lou Bell (York) Dyer Veatch, 82, the daughter of the late Elmer and Iva (Morrison) York, was born January 16, 1938 in Cumberland County, KY and departed this life on Friday, January 17, 2020 in Campbellsville at the Taylor Regional Hospital.

Lou Bell was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom having worked for over 34 years and was retired from Taylor Regional Hospital after 20 year of service. She was of the Baptist Faith and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Always a lady, she took pride in doing laundry and ironing, making sure each garment was perfect before wearing it, and enjoyed passing those qualities to her family.

SURVIVORS: 1 daughter: Patricia Dyer Bell and companion John Pelcher II of Campbellsville; 1 sister: Betty Jo Wheatley and husband Henry of Campbellsville; 2 grandchildren: Jeffrey Dyer and wife Stephanie and John Pelcher III of Campbellsville; 2 great-grandchildren: Braydan and Wayne Dyer; 2 step-great grandchildren: Thomas and Benjamin McMahan; 1 special niece: Shannon Taylor of Campbellsville, 1 special great-niece: Madison Ferrie of Campbellsville and a host of other nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Beside her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers: Donell, Odell, Roy and Jerry York.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with Bro. Ronnie Dooley officiating

Burial: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

Visitation: Monday from 5-8 P.M. at the funeral home

Pallbearers: Timmy, Greg, Bubby, Stacy, Jeffrey, Stevie, and Donnie York, and Kyle Coffey

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville, KY in charge of arrangements.

MICHAEL STEPHEN DUNLAP, 64, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Michael Stephen Dunlap, 64, of Campbellsville, KY passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Nortons Hospital in Louisville, KY. He was born in Campbellsville, KY on December 1, 1955, a son of the late Charles Warren & Janet (Morris) Dunlap.

Michael was a nurse anesthetist at Taylor Regional Hospital.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael Dunlap.

SURVIVORS:

Wife: Judy (Cooper) Dunlap of Campbellsville, KY

2 sons: Charles Cooper Dunlap & wife Carlotta of Greensburg, KY; Joseph Grant Dunlap & wife Natalie of Brentwood, TN

4 grandchildren: Camren, Skyler, Gavin and Harrison Dunlap

Funeral Service: 1:00pmCT on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel, Jamestown, KY with Bro. Gary Morris officiating

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Tuesday at H. E. Pruitt Memory Chapel.

Interment: Rexroat Cemetery in Jamestown, KY

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

HAZEL WARREN, 75, GREENSBURG

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Hazel Warren, 75, of Greensburg, KY, daughter of the late Walter Earnest Underwood and Lily Erma Shofner was born July 9, 1944 in Green County, Kentucky. She died at 11:50 P.M. Thursday, January 16, 2020 in Louisville.

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Poplar Grove Methodist Church. Hazel was known for loving to be around her family.

She united in marriage to Stoy Warren November 30, 1963. He preceded her in death January 27, 2017.

SURVIVORS: 2 daughters & 2 sons: Glenda Warren and Margie (Troy) Walker of Greensburg, Eli (Kristy Parsons) Warren of Buffalo, and Doug Warren of Campbellsville; 6 grandchildren: Casey (Jonathan) Milby, Natasha Walker, Shauna (Nathan) Arps and Evan Walker of Greensburg, Brandi (Andrew) Bowen of Magnolia and Abigail Warren of Hodgenville; 4 great-grandchildren: Ariel Underwood, Gertie Milby, Layla Milby, and Ellie Bowen; 1 brother, Walter Underwood Jr. and 1 sister: Mary Warren; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by one sister and two brothers: Katie Brown, William “Bill” Underwood and Fred Underwood.

VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. on Sunday

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Monday, January 20, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Elbert Hadley

BURIAL: Poplar Grove Cemetery

JOYCE BLEVINS SALMON, 81, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Joyce Blevins Salmon, 81, daughter of the late John (Bill) Will Blevins & Bertha Alexander Rucker Blevins, was born November 18, 1938 in Taylor County, KY. She died at 9:34 P.M., Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in Louisville.

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of St. Mark United Methodist Church. Joyce was a retired warehouse manager at Behr’s Clothing Store in Louisville. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of American Legion Post 82. Joyce was a loving mother and grandmother and was a bit of a fashionista. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and eating good food.

Joyce united in marriage to J.P. Salmon November 26, 1954 and he preceded her in death November 18, 2008.

SURVIVORS: 2 daughters: Debi Ballard (John) of Louisville & Dede Shafar (Fred) of Fisherville; 6 grandchildren: John Parks Ballard, Richard Ballard, Brooke Shafar, Payton Parrish (Alex), Gabi Nauert (Jared) of Louisville & Taylor Ballard (Lindsley) of Washington, D.C.; 1 great-grandson: Brayden Nauert; 1 sister-in-law: Brenda Blevins of Campbellsville; 1 brother-in-law: Maynard Miller of Versailles; 1 niece & 3 nephews: Karen Sue Basden of Amarillo, Texas, Stewart Miller (Carol) of Evanston, Illinois, Mark Miller (Kathy) of New Port News, Virginia and Kent & Libby Miller of Versailles; 3 great-nieces & 1 great nephew: Violet Marotta (Mickey), Katy Miller, Aly Burchett (Woody) & Miles Miller (Mallory); 2 special long time friends: Sue Sweeney & Beverly Kindrick; 2 special cousins: Ruthie Mardis of Campbellsville & Corinne Holcombe (Bill) of Florida; 2 special friends: Patti Brown & Marilyn Lewis; many other relatives & friends.

She was preceded in death by one brother, Billy Frank Blevins and one sister-in-law, Aleene Miller.

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VISITATION: 6:00 - 8:00 P.M., Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Sunday, January 19, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Bro. Dave Walters

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO AMERICAN LEGION POST 82 LADIES AUXILLARY OR HOSPARUS OF LOUISVILLE AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RASMEY FUNERAL HOME

KERMIT "TWIG" PERRY, 74, TAYLOR CO.

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Kermit Marion “Twig” Perry, 74, was born July 22, 1945 in Carwood, Indiana to the late Joseph Perry & Estella Baxley Perry. He departed this life Thursday, January 16, 2020 at the Hosparus Inpatient Care Center in Louisville, KY.

Mr. Perry was a United States Marine Veteran. He worked as a shipping foreman and truck driver.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one grandson, Paul Young; 4 brothers: Joe Wayne Perry, Herman Perry, Walter Perry, & Joseph Perry; 7 sisters: Virginia Overton, Zelma Volz, Georgia Woodard, Thelma Zachary, Sarah Ellen Perry, LaVerne Bean & Mary Frances Anderson.

SURVIVORS: 2 daughters: Christina Perry & partner Mary Helen Grant of Campbellsville; Samantha Whatley of Enterprise, Alabama; 4 grandchildren: Christopher Southerland, Nina Honey, Andrea Regnell & Avery Whatley; 3 great grandchildren: Braxton & Lorelei Southerland and Dominic.

In accordance to Mr. Perry’s wishes, cremation was chosen. There will be no public visitation or funeral service.

Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

BARBARA PELCHER, 81, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Barbara Pelcher, 81, of Campbellsville, KY passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in Campbellsville.

SURVIVORS: 3 sons and 1 daughter: Robert Pelcher, Brian Pelcher, Jim Pelcher and Betty Pelcher all of Campbellsville, KY

Ms. Pelcher was preceded in death by her husband, John Edward Pelcher on March 19, 2015 and her parents, Albert Ansay and Cecile B. Chevalier of Rhode Island.

Cremation was chosen by the family and there will be no services.

Auberry – Gupton & Chandler Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

DR. ROBERT LEE "BOB" DOTY, 84, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Dr. Robert Lee “Bob” Doty, 84, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Robert Lee Doty, Sr. and Eddie Broaddus Doty, was born May 19, 1935 in Garrard County, KY. He died at 11:35 A.M., Wednesday, January 8, 2020 in Campbellsville.

He was an active member of his Sunday school class at Campbellsville Baptist Church and previously served as minister for a Baptist congregation in southern Illinois. He participated in many evangelical and medical mission trips to various countries, and he was a significant contributor to a church in Bolivia.

He served his country honorably in the United States Army.

Most of Dr. Doty’s life was devoted to education. He earned an Associate of Science degree from Henry Ford Community College in Michigan, a Bachelor of Arts degree from Georgetown College where he later served on the Georgetown College Board of Trustees and was inducted into Georgetown College’s Hall of Fame, a Bachelor of Divinity from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, a Masters of Art in English Literature and a doctorate in Victorian literature from the University of Kentucky. He served one year as Scholar for Kentucky Humanities Council. He has received many honors for his dedication to education and service to his community such as being named Campbellsville Business and Professional Women’s Club Man of the Year, the Campbellsville-Taylor County Chamber Man of the Year, the Campbellsville University Academic Excellence Award and professor emeritus status at Campbellsville University. Dr. Doty retired from Campbellsville University as an English professor.

As an Eagle Scout, Dr. Doty received national recognition from the Boy Scouts of America for his dedication in assisting other young men in achieving their Eagle Scout status. He was introduced to photography by his high school principal and from that grew a passion for nature and architecture that was evident in every shot he took during his many travels. Dr. Doty was also an avid fisherman who spent one week, every year, for thirty-eight years in Canada on an extreme camping and fishing trip with friends.

Dr. Doty is survived by his sister, Jewell Newton of Irvine, Kentucky; many nieces and nephews; several great-nieces and great-nephews; fourteen great-great nieces and great-great nephews; respected colleagues and cherished friends.

He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister: Charles Doty, James Doty and Margaret West.

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Campbellsville, KY Service Information:

VISITATION: 4:00-8:00 P.M., January 17, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Dr. Greg Mobley

Irvine, KY Service Information:

VISITATION: 1:00-3:00 P.M., Sunday, January 19, 2020 at Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 3:00 P.M., Sunday, January 19, 2020 at Warren F. Toler Funeral Home with burial in Irvine, Kentucky

Dr. Doty supported many organizations. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Dr. Doty’s memory to the Baptist Seminary of Kentucky, the following Boy Scout Councils- Lincoln Heritage or the Bluegrass Council, Campbellsville University, Georgetown College, The Nature Conservancy or the University of Kentucky English Department. Donations may be made at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.

WALTER "PERK" PERKINS, 86, TAYLOR CO.

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Walter H. “Perk” Perkins, 86, son of the late Walter Perkins and Mae Logan Perkins, was born October 16, 1933 in Taylor County, KY. He died at 9:22 P.M., Monday, January 13, 2020 in Campbellsville.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Robinson Creek Baptist Church. Walter served his country honorably in the United States Army. He was a retired employee of Atmos Energy after 40 years of service.

Margaret recalled never hearing Walter say, “wish I didn’t have to work today”. That is how much he truly enjoyed being around people. He was known as a “Mr. Fix It” and was the rock of the family. He also loved to camp and just enjoyed life.

Walter united in marriage to Margaret Durham January 12, 1962.

SURVIVORS: Wife, Margaret Durham Perkins of Campbellsville; 1 son and 2 daughters: Steve Parker and Shari Walters and Timmy Nicholas of Campbellsville and Shanna Smith of Chattanooga, Tennessee; 6 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Agnes Rainwater of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Walter was also preceded in death by two brothers: Ellis Perkins and Ralph Perkins in infancy.

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VISITATION: 5:00 - 8:00 P.M., Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Friday, January 17, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Jim Collison, III and Rev. Leo Curry

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard

GUSTA BROWN GARRETT, 87, TAYLOR CO.

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Gusta Brown Garrett, 87, daughter of the late Ray Cox and Nora Mae Hughes Cox, was born February 27, 1932 in Taylor County, KY. She died at 11:35 A.M., Monday, January 13, 2020 in Louisville.

She professed faith in Christ and attended Campbellsville Baptist Temple. She was a retired employee of Fruit of The Loom. Gusta was a loving mother and grandmother who liked to stay active and productive and could always be found sewing, working in her yard, gardening or canning food.

She united in marriage to Garnie Garrett, December 26, 1980 and he preceded her in death July 4, 1989.

SURVIVORS: 2 daughters: Donna Lile and husband, Ricky of Campbellsville and Kathy Wiser and husband, Ray of Bradfordsville; 3 grandchildren: Jennifer Browning and fiancé, Milton Hammons of Burgin, Brandy Chelf and husband, Scott and Brent Lile and wife, Jessica of Campbellsville; 7 great-grandchildren: Clay Rodgers, Landon Browning, Noah Chelf, Evelyn Chelf, Scotty Chelf, Ashton Chelf and Owen Lile; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Gusta was also preceded in death by one granddaughter, Tammy Wiser April 27, 1992 and six brothers and three sisters: Aaron Cox, Roy Cox, Ed Cox, Coy Cox, Howard Cox, Andy Cox, Vernith Parrish, Ida Bell Wilson and Elizabeth Cox.

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VISITATION: 5:00 - 8:00 Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Friday, January 17, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Pastor Jase Divens

BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery

JUANITA CLAYWELL, 93, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Juanita Claywell, 93, daughter of the late William Lewis Payton and Loretta Herron Payton, was born September 27, 1926 in Taylor County, KY. She died at 8:45 P.M., Tuesday, January 14, 2020 in Campbellsville.

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Lowell Avenue Baptist Church. She was a retired employee of Taylor Regional Hospital. She enjoyed quilting and crocheting. Doing crosswords and watching ballgames were favorite past times to relax.

SURVIVORS: 2 sons and 3 daughters: Ronnie Claywell, Gary Claywell & wife Helen, Diane Bradshaw and Barbara Witham & husband Dale of Campbellsville and Vonita Burton & husband James of Columbia; 7 grandchildren: Michelle Gaines, Amanda Long & husband Greg, April Brewer, Brandy Miles & husband Jason, Brandon Claywell & wife Brittany and Shawn Claywell of Campbellsville and Rodney Bradshaw of Somerset; 3 step-grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; 1 brother: Lewis Payton of Florida; 1 niece: Carolyn Vanover & husband Danny; 1 nephew: Dallas M. Payton; 2 great-nieces: Tracy Fisher & Ashley Vanover; 2 great-nephews: Matt Payton & Chad Payton; and many other relatives and friends.

Juanita was also preceded in death by two brothers and one sister: Edward Payton, Dallas Payton and Jean Clark; one granddaughter, Crystal Clements and one great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn Gaines.

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VISITATON: 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M., Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Bro. Jeff Newton

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

THOMAS ALFRED CARTER, 79, HODGENVILLE (GREEN CO. NATIVE)

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Thomas Alfred ‘Tommy” Carter, 79, of Hodgenville, KY, son of the late Sidney L. and Lura Ethel (Atwell) Carter was born July 21, 1940 in Green County, KY and departed this life on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at Elizabethtown Nursing and Rehab in Elizabethtown, KY.

Tommy was a farmer and was of the Baptist Faith. He enjoyed watching the UK Wildcats and when his health allowed him, he liked hunting, fishing, dancing and long walks with his wife and listening to gospel and country music.

He was also preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters: Hugh Carter, Janet Martin Edwards, Jerry W. Peace, Betty Page and three as infants and one deceased step grandchild.

SURVIVORS: Wife: Mary “Joanie” (Vires) Carter of Hodgenville; 3 step-children: Troy Heady of Hodgenville, Angie Clough & husband Marty of Paris, KY and Jessica Ramirez of Monticello; his brothers & sister: James Carter & wife Nancy, Freddy Carter and Robert Peace all of Hodgenville, James Peace, Jr & wife Darlene of Elizabethtown and Shirley Warren & husband Mitchell of Louisville; 4 step-grandchildren, 2 step-great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service: Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville

Burial: Old Mt. Sherman Cemetery in Mt. Sherman

Visitation: After 10 AM on Saturday

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

MARK POLSTON, 58, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Mark Polston, 58, the son of Eleanor (Bean) Polston and the late Lloyd Polston, was born December 22, 1961 in Clinton County, KY and departed this life on Sunday, January 12, 2020 in Campbellsville at his home.

Mark was a former drywall installer and was of the Christian Faith. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching the UK Wildcats and spending time with family and friends.

Besides his father, he was preceded in death by a daughter: Laura Elizabeth Polston.

SURVIVORS:

Mother: Eleanor (Bean) Polston of Knifley

Wife: Angie (Warren) Polston of Elk Horn

2 children: Mark Tyler Polston of Louisville; Madison Grace Polston of Elk Horn

1 sister: Shelia Warren and husband Tim of Knifley

3 brothers: Phillip Smith & wife Justine, and Ben Polston & wife Amanda all of Indiana, Tim Polston & wife Tammy of Knifley

A host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends

Funeral Service: January 17, 2020 at 3:00 P.M. (2:00 P.M. CST) at L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville

Burial: Robinson Chapel Cemetery at Knifley

Visitation: Friday after 11:00 A.M. (10 AM CST) at the funeral home

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

BARBARA PELCHER, 81, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Barbara Pelcher, 81, of Campbellsville, KY passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2020 in Campbellsville.

SURVIVORS:

3 sons & 1 daughter: Robert Pelcher, Brian Pelcher, Jim Pelcher & Betty Pelcher all of Campbellsville

Cremation was chosen by the family and no service will be held at this time.

Auberry - Gupton & Chandler Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

EVERETT REDELL JEWELL, 87, GREEN CO.

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Everett Redell Jewell, 87, of Greensburg, KY passed away Tuesday at the Grandview Nursing & Rehab Center in Campbellsville.

SURVIVORS:

2 daughters and sons-in-law: Kim and Stan Curry, and Keisha and David Ellis all of Campbellsville

1 daughter-in-law: Kathy Jewell of Greensburg

1 Grand-daughter-in-law: Chasity Jewell of Greensburg

2 grandchildren: Jack Ellis and Lilly Ellis both of Campbellsville

2 great-grandchildren: Zach Jewell and Carrington Jewell both of Greensburg.

1 sister: Judy White of Indiana

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Funeral Service: 2:00pmCT on Friday at Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg with burial to follow in the Green County Memory Gardens

Visitation: After 9:00amCT on Friday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home

The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Gideon Bible Fund, or the American Legion Rod Lowe Post #124, which can be made at the funeral home.

MILTON EDWIN PRICE, 80, SHEPHERDSVILLE (GREEN CO. NATIVE)

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Milton Edwin Price, 80, of Shepherdsville, KY (native of Green County), departed this life on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at his home.

He was a truck driver for Pepsi Cola for 33 years and retired from Ryder Trucking. Mr. Price loved hunting and fishing and tending to his vegetable garden.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Orin Lee and Missouri Ann Price; 5 sisters: Virginia, Lily, Mildred, Mazie and Thelma; 4 brothers: Shelby, Alfred, Joe, William and Paul.

SURVIVORS:

Wife: Carolyn Sue Price of Shepherdsville

2 daughters & sons-in-law: Cindy & Steven Young and Jennifer & Timmy Frye

2 sons & daughters-in-law: Milton & Janet Price, Jr. and Duane & Kitty Price

7 grandchildren: Shannon Snow, Robin Hester, Duane Price III, Twyla Price Carolyn Frye, Shaela Warner, and Amber Butler

15 great-grandchildren & 2 great-great-grandchildren

Funeral Service: 1:00pmET on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Hardy-Close Funeral Home, 285 S. Buckman Street, Shepherdsville, KY

Burial: Brookland Cemetery in Shepherdsville

Visitation: 1:00pm-8:00pmET on Wednesday and after 9:00amET on Thursday at Hardy-Close Funeral Home

DEVON ALEXANDER ANDERSON, 12, LEBANON (FORMERLY OF GREEN CO.)

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Devon Alexander Anderson, 12, of Lebanon, KY, formerly of Green County, KY son of James Everett Anderson, Jr. and Shana Marie Parsons of Lebanon, KY was born February 28, 2007 in Louisville, KY and departed this life on Sunday, January 12, 2020 in Greensburg as the result of a house fire.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ, attended Greensburg Baptist Church, and was a honor roll student in the 7th grade.

SURVIVORS:

Parents: James Everett Anderson, Jr. & Shana Marie Parsons of Lebanon, KY

Grandparents: James E. Anderson, Sr., Mary Ann Anderson, Duane & Wendy Parsons, and Dave Coning all of Indiana

2 brothers: Brent Morgan and companion Cassandra Hollins of Campbellsville; Quinton Anderson of Lebanon

3 sisters: Brieana Anderson and companion Paul Bentley of Indiana; Heaven McCarter and companion J.J. Orberson of Campbellsville; Megan Anderson and companion Steven of Lebanon

4 nieces: Callie Jo Harrison, Serenity Morgan, Peyton Morgan, Ellie Mae Morgan

1 nephew: Christopher James Collins

Expectant niece: Kaizley Grace Orberson

Several aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends

Devon was preceded in death by a nephew: Gunner Leo Pellman on September 23, 2018.

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Memorial Service: 3:00 P.M., Central Time, Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the Greensburg Baptist Church with Bro. Blake Jessie and Bro. Todd Young officiating

Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg in charge of the service arrangements.

For online condolences log onto: www.cowherdandparrott.com or Facebook.

BRO. HERMAN RAY WARREN, 88, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Bro. Herman Ray Warren, 88, of Campbellsville, KY was born in Larue County on June 21, 1931 to the late Everett E. and Pearl (Cundiff) Warren. He departed this life on Thursday, January 9, 2020 in Campbellsville at the Grandview Nursing and Rehab Center.

Bro. Warren made a profession of faith in Christ and was a minister and teacher of the Baptist faith. In his earlier years, he had been employed at the Brown and Williams Tobacco Company, Kentucky Trailers, and was a farmer. He loved his God deeply, and never let the fog of time cloud his love for his wife, Mrs. Flossie (Keith) Warren, and the rest of his family.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Flossie Warren; 2 children: James McNear and Randall Leon Warren; 4 siblings: Harvey Warren, Joseph Warren, Myrtle Bell, and Paul Warren; and 4 grandchildren: Lauren McCall Thompson, Paul Dewayne Sprowles, Chase Warren, and Whitley Warren.

SURVIVORS:

5 children: Linda RIley & husband Steve of Louisville; Brenda Roberts & husband Keith of Louisville; Gayle Cox & husband Stevie of Campbellsville; Carolyn Thompson & husband Billy of Campbellsville; Roger Warren of Campbellsville

1 sister: Kathy Crume and husband James of Hodgenville

10 grandchildren

20 great-grandchildren

1 great-great grandchild

A host of other family and friends

Funeral Service: Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY with Bro. Freddy Thompson officiating

Burial: Mt. Tabor Cemetery

Visitation: Monday, January 13, from 5:00-8:00 PM at the funeral home

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the Alzheimer’s Association.

KATHERYN LOY, 89, BOWLING GREEN (GREEN CO. NATIVE)

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Katheryn (Reynolds) Loy, 89, of Bowling Green, KY (a native of Green County), passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020 in Bowling Green.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter & son-in law: Kathy Wright Beard & Dr. Craig Beard

1 son & daughter-in-law: William Robert “Billy” Wright and Shelia Wright

2 grandchildren

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Funeral Service: Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at 11:00amCT at J.C. Kirby & Son Funeral Chapel, Lovers Lane in Bowling Green, KY

Visitation: After 9:00amCT on Wednesday at J.C. Kirby & Son Funeral Chapel

Graveside Service: 2:30pmCT on Wednesday at Ebenezer Cemetery in Greensburg, KY

Memorials are suggested to the St. James United Methodist Church.

For more information concerning this obituary or to make a donation, contact Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY.

STEVE "BUTCH" JEWELL, GREENSBURG

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Steve “Butch” Jewell, 70, was the son of the late H.T. and Dorothy Jean Huffman Hiser. He was born February 21, 1949 in Hart County, KY.

Steve had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Oak Grove Separate Baptist Church of the Nolyn Association. He worked at Clark Casual, Fruit-of-the-Loom and retired from Campbellsville Industries in 2016. He owned and operated Jewell’s Lawn Service.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Wayne Jewell and one sister, Gail Denton.

“He loved his family and friends deeply and was especially proud of his children and grandchildren.”

SURVIVORS: Wife: Willow Dean Jewell; 1 daughter & son-in-law: Robin & Don Lowe of Greensburg, KY; 1 son & daughter-in-law: Ryan & Kristy Jewell of Greensburg, KY; 4 grandchildren: Christopher Lowe and finace’ Ashley Patterson of Greensburg, Austin Lowe & wife Laura Leigh of Bowling Green, Kloe & Tanner Jewell of Greensburg; 2 brothers: William Jewell & wife Betty and Ira Hiser & wife Martha, all of Monroe; 1 sister: Oma Ann Riordan & husband Billy of Horse Cave; 1 brother-in-law: Winford Simpson & wife Glenda; 4 sisters-in-law: Shirley Blackwood & husband Lee, Elaine Bishop, Mitzi Heath & husband Rendell and Elaine Simpson; a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service: 10:00amCT on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg with Bro. Blake Durrett, Rev. Robert Morris and Bro. Ricky Arnett officiating

Burial: Green County Memory Gardens in Summersville

Visitation: 4:00-8:00pmCT on Tuesday and after 7:00am on Wednesday at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg

Pallbearers: Ryan Jewell, Don Lowe, Christopher Lowe, Austin Lowe, Tim Darnell, Nelson Bishop and Barry Jewell

Honorary Pallbearers: Kloe and Tanner Jewell, Laura Leigh Lowe and Ashley Patterson.

Online condolences: www.fostertolercurry.com

KEVIN TODD QUINN, 54, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Kevin Todd Quinn, 54, of Campbellsville, KY died Thursday, January 9, 2020 in Louisville at Jewish Hospital. He was born December 20, 1965 to Helen Druin Quinn Pickett and the late Dennis Quinn.

Kevin had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Quinn was a cabinetmaker. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his kids and grandkids, and was a popular “fixit man” with his friends and family.

SURVIVORS:

Mother & stepfather: Helen and Charles Pickett

Fiancee and life partner of 10 years: Elizabeth Baker Couch

5 children: Kayla Quinn and companion Joseph Cox, Maranda Bandy and husband Jeremy, Tyler Quinn and companion Alexis Edwards, Linda Lou Couch, and Lacey Quinn

2 brothers: Tony Quinn and wife Lovetta, and Danny Ray Rogers and wife Cheryl

Half siblings: James Quinn, Greg Quinn, Ricky Quinn, Anthony Todd Quinn, and Denise Quinn Hunt

Close friend: Daisy DeWeese

5 grandchildren

2 expectant grandchildren

A host of other family and friends

Funeral Service: Sunday, January 12, 2020 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY with Bro. Jim Collison officiating

Burial: Chappell Cemetery

Visitation: Sunday, January 12, from 11:00 AM until time for the service

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the funeral expenses. Those can be made at the funeral home.

LANA JO KESSLER, 67, GREEN CO.

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Lana Jo Russell Kessler, 67, of Greensburg, KY passed away Thursday, January 8, 2020 at Green Hill Rehab & Care Center in Greensburg.

SURVIVORS:

Husband: Jackie L. Kessler of Greensburg, KY

1 daughter & son-in-law: Carrie & Keith Estes of Greensburg, KY

1 son & daughter-in-law: Matt & Amy Kessler of Greensburg, KY

5 grandchildren: Jace Estes, Reece Estes, Cade Kessler, Cole Kessler, & Cale Kessler all of Greensburg.

2 brothers & 2 sisters: George Russell of Lexington, KY; Richard Russell of Taylor County, KY; Linda Russell of California; Patty Reynolds of Taylor County, KY

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Graveside Service: 3:30pmCT on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Bethlehem Cemetery.

Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Bethlehem Baptist Church Youth Program, which can be made at the church or the funeral home.

JAMES DAVID PICKETT, 71, GREEN CO.

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James David Pickett, 71 of Greensburg, KY passed away early Friday, January 9, 2020 at Hospice of Lake Cumberland in Somerset, KY.

SURVIVORS:

Wife: Blinda McMahan Pickett of Greensburg

2 daughters & sons-in-law: Jennifer & Kirk Organ of Elizabethtown, Janna & Daniel Webb of Greensburg

1 son & daughter-in-law: Jeff Pickett and Sarah Young of Louisville

5 grandchildren: Chase Webb, Max Pickett, Jackson Pickett, Ashtyn Webb, and McKinna Organ

2 brothers & a sister-in-law: Danny & Belinda Pickett of Radcliff, and Michael "Moe" Pickett of Greensburg

2 sisters & a brother-in-law: Doris & Garey Vaughn of Campbellsville, and Kathy Jones of Hodgenville

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Funeral Service: 1:00 P.M., Central Time, Sunday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home

Burial: Bethlehem Cemetery

Visitation: 4:00-8:00pmCT on Saturday and after 7:00amCT on Sunday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home

The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Riverside Baptist Church Building Fund or the Bethlehem Cemetery, which can be made at the funeral home.

WALTER RAYMOND "RAY" WILCOXSON, 77, GREEN CO.

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Walter Raymond "Ray" Wilcoxson, 77, of Green County, KY (formerly of Barren County) passed away Thursday, January 9, 2020 at his home.

SURVIVORS:

Wife: Phyllis Lewis Wilcoxson of Green County

5 Children: Angela & Dennis Vaught of Franklin; Chip & Christie Wilcoxson of Horse Cave; Sundown & Larry Clark of Green County, Spring Squires & fiance' Robbie Milby of Summersville, Shane & Tori Price of Dry Ridge

10 grandchildren

2 great-grandchildren

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Funeral Service: 10:00amCT on Monday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home with Bro. Lee Warf, Bro. Thomas Metcalfe, and Bro. Kevin Denton officiating

Burial: Horse Cave City Cemetery

Visitation: 3:00pm-8:00pmCT on Sunday and after 7:00amCT on Monday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home

Graveside Service: 12:00pmCT on Monday at Horse Cave City Cemetery

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Alzheimer's Association, which can be made at the funeral home.

Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY in charge of arrangements.

Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

DAVID HENDERSON, SR., 88, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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David L. Henderson Sr., 88, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Lloyd Ellis Henderson and Mary Louise VanCleave Henderson, was born August 9, 1931 in Taylor County, KY. He died at 10:35 A.M., Saturday, January 4, 2020 in Campbellsville.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church where he was an Elder, song leader and Sunday School Teacher. David was a former employee of Carnation Milk Company and McMahan Cherry Furniture until their closing. He also was a farmer. He was a member of the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels and the Edward O’Banion post No. 82. David served his country honorably in the United States Army and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict.

He united in marriage to Shirley Bell December 27, 1954 and they enjoyed 65 years together.

Besides his wife, Shirley Henderson, he is survived by his son, David Henderson Jr. of Campbellsville; 1 grandson, Gabe Henderson of Shelbyville; 1 brother, Lloyd Henderson Jr. and wife Charlotte of Elizabethtown and 2 sisters-in-law: Barbara Henderson and Carolyn Bell of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

He was also preceded in death by one brother, William A. “Bill” Henderson May 30, 2009.

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VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Paul J. Dicken

BURIAL: Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard

MAXINE FERGUSON, 94, METCALFE CO.

Posted About Four Years Ago by LISA CLARK

Maxine Ferguson, 94, of Metcalfe County, KY passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter and son-in-law: Judy and Jim Evans of Glasgow

1 son and daughter-in-law: Nicky and Kathy Ferguson of Metcalfe County

5 grandchildren: Chad Ferguson & wife Amy of Richmond, KY; Josh Ferguson of Greensburg, KY; Brittany Ferguson of Summersville, KY; Trevor Evans of Glasgow, KY; Kali Ehrhart & husband Eric of Simpsonville, KY

8 great-grandchildren

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Funeral Service: 12:00pmCT on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Joyner's Chapel Church in Hardyville

Burial: Houk Cemetery

Visitation: 3:00pm-8:00pmCT on Wednesday at Winn Funeral Home in Horse Cave, KY and after 9:00amCT on Thursday at Joyner's Chapel Church

For more information concerning this obituary locally, contact Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY.

REV. CHARLES TAYLOR, 71, DANVILLE (FORMERLY OF TAYLOR CO.)

Posted About Four Years Ago by LISA CLARK

Rev. Charles L. Taylor, 71, was born February 12, 1948 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Richard Theodore Taylor and Loraine Hill Taylor. He departed this life Monday, January 6, 2020 at his home in Danville, KY.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a minister and member of Mid KY Presbytery, Presbyterian Church USA. He was ordained as a minister December 21, 1976. He served at Latta Presbyterian Church, Latta, SC, Pee Dee Presbyterian Church, Dillon, SC, Peterson Presbyterian Church, Columbia, SC, Effingham Presbyterian Church, Effingham, SC, Bethel First Presbyterian Church, Campbellsville, KY, Patterson Memorial Presbyterian Church, Guston, KY and Greensburg Presbyterian Church, Greensburg, KY. He had a Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC. 1971, Master of Divinity, Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, GA, 1976. He was a member of the Rotary Club, Past President and Past Member (Latta, Campbellsville, and Greensburg). Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings: Barbara Jean Taylor Gamble, Jacky Howard Taylor and Harry Truman Taylor

SURVIVORS: Wife: Regina Ann DuBose Taylor; 3 children: Rebekah Denise Taylor, Mary Frances Wise and Ashley Meredith Godsey; 7 grandchildren: Elizabeth Wise, Lillian Wise, Mersadiez Gebler, Gracelyn Gebler, Olivia Godsey, Wyatt Godsey and Hailey Gebler; 2 sons-in-law: Lucas Wise and Matthew Godsey; a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service: 11:00amET, Thursday, January 9, 2020 at the Presbyterian Church of Danville, 500 W Main St., Danville, KY with Rev. Caroline Kelly, Rev. Joseph Pusateri & Rev. John Odom officiating

Burial: Camp Nelson National Cemetery, Nicholasville, KY with Military Honors

Visitation: After 9:00amET on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020 at the church

Pallbearers: Bill Patterson, Bob Tharp, Mike Madison, Matt Godsey, Luke Wise, & Tom Kelly

Honorary Pallbearers: Paul Johnson, Dr. Eugene Shively, Dr. Jim Ewing, & Mike Mills

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy be donations to the Salvation Army or to the American Cancer Society. These can be made at the church or Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home.

FRANKLIN UNDERWOOD, 75, CAMPBELLSVILLE

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Franklin Heistand Underwood, 75, son of the late Bennie Underwood and Elsie A. Underwood was born December 5, 1944 in Taylor County, KY. He died at 6:00 A.M., Saturday, January 4, 2020 in Campbellsville.

Franklin professed faith in Christ and was a retired employee of Fruit of The Loom.

He united in marriage to Carolyn Underwood June 18, 1965.

Besides his wife, Carolyn Underwood of Campbellsville he is survived by one daughter, Beverly Dupps and husband, Tony of Louisville; one sister, Commie Caulk and husband, Bobby of Campbellsville and one brother, Garland Underwood of Elizabethtown; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

He was also preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers: Essie Vance, Mona Brewer, Lovie Brewer, Jack Underwood and Joe Underwood.

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VISITATION: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Dannie Nelson and Bro. Colton Hughes

BURIAL: Poplar Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery

ANNE FRAIM, 87, CAMPBELLSVILLE

Posted About Four Years Ago by LISA CLARK

Anne Landreth Harp Pike Fraim, 87, of Campbellsville, KY died Sunday, December 29, 2019. She was the daughter of Anne Arvin Crooker and Fred D. Harp, and granddaughter of the late A. J. & Edna Earl Netherland Arvin and Alex & Ellen Hart Harp.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul C. Fraim on March 12, 2007 and a son, James Jeffrey Pike on November 9, 1957.

Anne was a member of Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and leaves her passion for PURPLE & GOLD, her deep devotion to CAMPBELLSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL, the staff from 1966, ALL her CHS KIDS, and many friends and fond memories of many summers in St. Augustine, Florida.

SURVIVORS: 1 son, Ret. SSG Alan Arvin Pike and his wife Suzanne Tanner Pike of Radcliff, KY; 3 friends & neighbors who saw her through the hardest and best years of her life, Pat Walton, Regina Anderson and Michelle Jeffries.

Memorial Service: 3:00pmET on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church by Rev. Paul J. Dicken and Rev. John Butler

Visitation: 12:00-3:00pmET on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church

BURIAL: Spurlington United Methodist Church Cemetery

Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

PRESTON DELANO "SAM" STAMP, 80, ELK HORN

Posted About Four Years Ago by LISA CLARK

Preston Delano “Sam” Stamp, 80, of Elk Horn, KY passed from this life on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at Taylor Regional Hospital after a brief illness. He was born on June 13, 1939 in Taylor County, KY, son of the late Clem Preston and Eva Mabel (Abell) Stamp.

Sam was a retired auto mechanic and was of the Christian faith. He enjoyed farming and was a talented builder.

As a young man, he met and married Mrs. Betty Lou (Clark) Stamp, and they remained a devoted couple until her death in 2012. He was also preceded in death by a son, David Stamp; an infant daughter, Eva Marie Stamp; and a sister, Maydra Arleen Weaver.

SURVIVORS:

4 children: Marshall Stamp & partner Ron of Georgia, Carla Spurling & husband Roger of Elk Horn, Marilyn Stamp of Acton, and Jerry Stamp & wife Tammy of Campbellsville

3 siblings: Mildred Cook of Campbellsville, Holly Bryant & husband Jim of Liberty, and Kathrine Ludeen Schwindt & husband Jimmy of Campbellsville

10 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren

A host of other family and friends

Funeral Service: Sunday, January 5, 2020 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the LR. Petty Funeral Home, Campbellsville, KY with Bro. Roger Bland officiating

Burial: Merrimac Cemetery (beside his cherished wife)

Visitation: The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, January 4, 2020 from 5:00-8:00 PM

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

SAMUEL TRULOCK, 58, ELK HORN

Posted About Four Years Ago by LISA CLARK

Samuel E. Trulock, 58, of Elk Horn, son of Billie Wise Blair and the late Louis Emmitt Trulock, was born October 29, 1961 in Munfordville, Kentucky. He died at 4:31 P.M., Friday December 27, 2019 in Clarksville, Indiana.

Samuel had professed faith in Christ. He was a security guard and handy man for Tarter Gate Company.

He united in marriage to Cheryl Lynn Evans, March 15, 1981.

Besides his wife, Cheryl Trulock of Elk Horn, he is survived by two daughters and two sons: Samuel Trulock of Campbellsville, Tracy Rhein and husband, Allen and Christopher Trulock and fiancé, Sabrina Todaro of Louisville and Tiffany Henderson and husband, Josh of Hodgenville; fifteen grandchildren: Bradley, Brittany and Bryan Crew, Taylor Hornbach, Laidyn Long, Logan, Greyson, Anna, Hailey, Zachary and Samantha Trulock, Kyle, Jayce, Gwendalyn and Emilyn Henderson and one unborn grandchild; one great-granddaughter, Sophia Ann Lynn Kane; his mother, Billie Blair and step-father, Paul Merriam of Elk Horn; two brothers and one sister: Edward Merriam, Paul Merriam II and Helen Fann and husband, George; former daughter-in-law, Charlotte Trulock; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Johann Eugene Merriam and his beloved fur baby, Star.

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VISITATION: 5:00 - 8:00 P.M., Friday, January 3, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 12:00 Noon, Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Jeff Edwards

BURIAL: Guardian Angel Trulock Cemetery, Elk Horn, Kentucky

BOBBY LEE BURRESS, 79 ELK HORN

Posted About Four Years Ago by LISA CLARK

Bobby Lee Burress, 79, of Elk Horn, son of the late Lloyd Clifton Burress and Molly Seaborne Burress, was born December 19, 1940 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 5:04 A.M., Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at his home.

He professed faith in Christ and attended Feathersburg First Church of God. Bobby was a lifelong farmer with his family, primarily raising tobacco and cattle. He was a proud and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Bobby was the 2019 Taylor County Cattlemen’s Association Cattleman of the Year and was very active in Republican Party Politics.

He united in marriage to Dorothy Jean Wethington November 6, 1958.

Besides his wife, Dorothy Burress, he is survived by one son, Allen Burress and wife, Kecia; daughter-in-law, Toni Burress; six grandchildren: Adam Burress and wife, Amanda, Jennifer Bell, Dustan Burress, Austin Burress, and Jessica Johnson and husband, Joe of Elk Horn and Jacqueline Davis of Campbellsville; granddaughter-in-law, Megan Burress of Elk Horn; thirteen great-grandchildren: Andrew Blake, Peyton Lee, Mason Alexander, Adalyn Grace, Isaac Dean, Nathan Allen and Rylee Ann Burress, Corey Blake Spurling, Nicholas Joseph and Gabriella Rose Hall, Laura Catherine, Sarah Danielle and Allison Jo Johnson; two sisters and one brother in-law: Christine Wise, Loretta Gaddis and Richard Chelf of Elk Horn; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Bobby was also preceded in death by one daughter and son-in-law, Sandy and Jerry Davis; one son, Rodney Burress; one grandson, Matt Burress; great granddaughter, Maitlynn Leigh Burress and three brothers and three sisters: Lester Burress, Harold “Bo” Burress, Walter “Tommy” Burress, Shirley Chelf, Edna Herron and Lillie Poynter Woodrum.

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VISITATION: 5:00 - 8:00 P.M., Saturday, January, 4, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Bro. Alex Cox and Bro. Josh Wilson

BURIAL: Callahan Cemetery

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE DONATIONS TO FEATHERSBURG CHURCH OF GOD BUILDING FUND AND MAY BE MADET AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

TERRY KING, 55, CAMPBELLSVILLE

Posted About Four Years Ago by LISA CLARK

Terry King, 55, of Campbellsville, KY passed from this life on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 in Louisville at the Norton Pavilion Hospice facility. He was born on August 4, 1964 to Judy (Bishop) Vetter and the late Kelly Burton.

As a child, he was left with a permanent disability as the result of an unfortunate accident, but he still became a talented drummer and guitarist. He enjoyed watching watching movies with his family, and will be remembered as a great dad and grandfather.

He was also preceded in death by his stepfather, George Vetter, who loved him and raised him as his own.

SURVIVORS:

His companion: Emma Dalton of Mannsville

1 daughter: Kelly Jo King and companion Cody Johnson of Russell Springs

2 stepchildren: Maelea & Elonia “Bugg” Dalton

7 siblings: Tracy Thompson and husband Garrett, Lisa Hoosier and husband Daniel, Scarlet Devine and husband Carll, Kelly Burton, Jr. and wife Lisa, Isreal Burton, Kristina Daffron, and Jordan Burton

2 grandchildren: C.J. Johnson and Eliza Cristina

A host of other family and friends

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. King on Friday, January 3, 2020 at 6:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. Freddy Thompson will be officiating.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, Jan. 3, after 3:00 PM until time for the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the funeral expenses.

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