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OBITS Archives for 2020-03

ERIC DANIEL SPIRES, 41, GREEN CO.

 
Eric Daniel Spires, 41, of the Meadowcreek community in Green County, KY passed from this life on Sunday, March 29, 2020. He was the son of Keven and Rita (Loy) Spires, and was born in Adair County on June 30, 1978. 
 
Mr. Spires had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Brethren in Christ faith. He was a former employee of Oki Services in Lexington, and was a talented electronic repairman. Eric enjoyed watching his favorite TV shows and was an animal lover, but most of all he loved spending time with his two sons.
 
He was preceded in death by grandparents: Young Loy, and William & Velma Spires.
 
SURVIVORS:
2 children: Jaxon Spires and Damion Carpenter
Parents: Keven & Rita Spires of Campbellsville, KY
1 brother: Jamie Spires and wife Jennifer of Cookeville, TN
Maternal grandmother: Mildred Loy of Fairplay, KY
2 nephews: Austin and Aidan
Several aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives and friends
 
Mr. Spires will be laid to rest in the Loy Cemetery in Fairplay (Adair County).
 
Due to efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19 and recent requirements implemented by the Office of Governor Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors, all funeral services will be performed privately.
 

WINNIE CRUMP, 83, GREENSBURG

 
Winifred Delores "Winnie" Crump, 83, of Greensburg, KY, daughter of the late Charles Crump and Blanche Kanniard Crump, was born on Tuesday, October 6, 1936 in Point Pleasant, West Virginia and departed this life on Monday, March 30, 2020 at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Elizabethtown, KY.
 
She was a former caregiver for Journey to Independent Living.
 
SURVIVORS:
2 daughters: Kathy Jewell and Candaus Barron both of Greensburg
1 son: Allen Bauder and his companion, Cathy Kidd both of Greensburg
1 grandchild: Kristopher of California
5 great-grandchildren: Zach Jewell and Carrington Jewell both of Green County, KY; Kaytlyn, Reagan, and Madilyn of California
1 Grand daughter-in-law: Chasity Jewell of Green County
1 brother & sister: Roy Crump of Arizona; Phyllis Howard of Ohio
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Cremation was chosen.  No formal services.
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg in charge of the arrangements.
 

LORENA BROCKMAN, 72, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Lorena Brockman, 72, of Campbellsville, KY, daughter of the late Linus Bright and Avis England Bright, was born October 24, 1947 in Taylor County, KY.  She died Sunday, March 29, 2020 in Campbellsville. 

 

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.  

 

Lorena was a former employee of Batesville Casket Company in Campbellsville, Fruit of the Loom and retired from the Taylor County School System.

 

She united in marriage to Randall Brockman March 19, 1966.  

 

SURVIVORS: 

Husband: Randall Brockman; 2 sons: Todd Brockman and wife Denise and Scott Brockman and wife Elizabeth; 5 grandchildren: Kelsey Willis and husband Hunter, Chase Brockman and wife Whitney, Chance Brockman, Tanner Brockman and Autumn Brockman; 4 great-grandchildren: Ethan Miller, Nevaeh Brockman, Bentley Brockman and Addisyn Brockman; 3 step-grandchildren: Gracie Montgomery, Jacob Hayes and Noah Janes; 1 step great-granddaughter: Raegyn Willis; 7 sisters and 2 brothers: Jean Wilson, Christine Greer, Judy Brockman, Rita Moore and husband, Jack, Faye Burton, Margaret Burress, Patricia Gray and husband, Gary, Willard Bright and Alvin Bright and wife, Judy; 5 sisters-in-law: Arlene Mullins, Marcelene Sapp, Faye Porter and husband, G.W., Jean Peterson and husband Mike and Connie Shewmaker and husband Robby; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

 

She was also preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Ember Faith Brockman and one brother-in-law, Glenn Brockman.

 

The family would like to give a special thank you to Lorena’s caregivers: Judy Gwinn, Wendy Akin, and her daughters-in-law: Denise and Elizabeth.

 

AT THE REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.

 

BURIAL:  LEBANON NATIONAL CEMETERY

 

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

 

BETTY JEAN BENNINGFIELD, 82, TAYLOR CO.


Betty Jean Benningfield, 82, was born March 5, 1938 near Stoner Creek, KY to the late Richard and Nona (Childers) Burress. She passed from recent illness on March 27, 2020. 

 

She grew up with two siblings, Donald Burress and Bonnie Burress (both now deceased). She met her sweetheart and husband, Ivan Benningfield at 15 years old. They married a couple of years later in 1955. Their early years were spent with Grandpa Ivan’s family on Baker’s Branch. They later settled on White’s Ridge and “Granny” went to work at “the factory” around 1958. Granny kept working a few years till their middle child, Peggy was born. She raised the kids, Kay, Peggy and Tim through about 1968, at which time she started back at the factory till she retired in 1998. She sold Avon as an avid hobby! She would never miss her “hair”day on Friday and everyone knew that her Saturday’s (for decades) was designated strictly for shopping! They built their custom home in 1981 and lived there for many years until moving to town in 2006. Her life was to serve and care for others! It gave her great joy to cook, provide, and care for her family and friends. She raised some of her nieces and nephews in addition to her own kids, along with some grandkids, and spent some recent years as a “caregiver” for other elderly. She was well known for her great cooking, love for gardening, and attending Jones Chapel United Methodist Church.

 

SURVIVORS:

Children: Kay and (John) Slocum of Tennessee, Peggy and (Mark) Rash of Elkhorn, Tim and (Pam) Benningfield of Michigan

Grandkids: Christy and (Ryan) Steagall; Jamin and (Meagan) Humphress; Cameron and (Hannah) Rash; Kacie and (Josh) Chatman; Chasity and (Brett) Gregory; Cory Rash; Christian Rash; T.J. and (Billie) Benningfield; Tanner and (friend Brenda) Benningfield

Great Grandkids: Taylore Steagall; Jaxon Chatman; Millie Humphress; Alyssa Rash; Kaylynn Chatman; Kyla Rash; Hudson Gregory; Nylah Benningfield; James Chatman

Nieces and Nephews: Terry White, Trena Durham, Dean Burress, Doug Burress, Debbie Foley

Special Friend: Judy Shofner

Many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, extended nieces and nephews, cousins and friends

 

Funeral Arrangements are currently private.

 

Officiating: Rev. Larry Loy and Rev. Cameron Rash, her grandson, who wrote this obituary.

 

Burial will be in the Jones Chapel UMC Cemetery.

 

The family requests any memorial donations to be reserved for the Jones Chapel UMC building fund.

 

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

DEENA RICHERSON, 57, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Deena Deann Richerson, 57, of Campbellsville, KY passed from this life on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at the University of Louisville Hospital after an extended illness. She was born in Weston, West Virginia to George Copeland and Margaret Ann (Jones) LaPradd on October 19, 1962. 
 
Mrs. Richerson had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. She was a graduate of Campbellsville High School and studied nursing at Somerset Community College. She united in marriage to Mr. Ronald Melvin Richerson on July 1, 1989. Mrs. Richerson was a long-time employee of Taylor Regional Hospital, where she was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant and a Unit Coordinator. Her life’s passion turned to being a K9 rescue, and she served as president and board member of Jaida’s Paws Rescue, Inc. in Campbellsville. Her caring and genuine heart for her family and furry friends will be dearly missed for generations. She loved family and her greatest passion was saving the animals. Her motto was “Saving one furbaby at a time – or fifty – it’s a rescue!”
 
SURVIVORS:
Husband: Ronnie Richerson of Campbellsville
1 daughter: Summer Marie Richerson and fiancé Josh Burton of Campbellsville
3 sisters: Sandra Benton & husband Kenny, Debra Wheeler & husband Steven, and Cynthia Wheeler & husband Larry, all of Campbellsville
1 brother: Steve LaPradd & wife Jennifer of Munfordville
1 brother-in-law: Lee Richerson & wife Cecilia
1 sister-in-law: Judy Wright
Special friends: Marsha Gribbins and Gwin Minter and rescue team member: Cindy Drake
Her furbabies: Layla, Max, Magic, and Todd
A host of other relatives and friends
 
She was also preceded in death by a sister, JoAnn LaPradd.
 
Burial: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Cemetery
 
Due to efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19 and recent requirements implemented by the Office of Governor Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors, all funeral services will be performed privately.
 

ELIZABETH "MAMIE" ESTES, 92, GREEN CO.

 
Elizabeth "Mamie" Jeffries Estes, 92, of Greensburg, KY daughter of the late Sallie Jeffries Hendricks, and step-father, Kemp Hendricks, was born on Friday, June 3, 1927 in Green County and departed this life on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at her daughter's home in Knoxville, Tennessee. 
 
She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a long time member of the Bethlehem Baptist Church. She was also retired from housekeeping with Jane Todd Crawford Hospital after 40 plus years of service.
 
She was preceded in death by her husband, L.C. Estes on November 4, 2012 having united in marriage in March of 1948.
 
SURVIVORS:
2 sons & a daughter-in-law: William "Bill" Miller of Greensburg, KY; James Mike & Becky Estes of Hodgenville, KY
6 daughters & 4 sons-in-law: Jayne Allen of Winchester, Vanita & Jack Holt of TN, Mary Jo Holloway of Greensburg, Carolyn & Tony Ford of Bardstown, Sherry & Tim Gupton of Campbellsville, and Peggy & James Sharp of Greensburg
17 grandchildren
40 great-grandchildren
12 great-great-grandchildren
1 special niece: Vivian Kinslow of Glasgow
2 special friends: Charlie Moon of Greensburg
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There will be private services held for Elizabeth Jeffries Estes. 
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg in charge of the services.
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Gideon Bible Fund, or the Helping Hands Ministry at Bethlehem Baptist Church, which can be sent and made at the Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home.
 

ROBERT CLOYD MATNEY, 84, GREEN CO.

 
Robert Cloyd Matney, 84, of Green County, KY, son of the late Sonnie Matney and Lula Edwards Matney, was born on Friday, September 20, 1935 in Green County and departed this life on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at his home. 
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ, was a member of the Fry Baptist Church where he was a Deacon for 50 plus years. He worked in maintenance for Ingersol Rand for 30 plus years, and was also a farmer.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife of 63 years, Ozena Conner Matney of Green County, KY having united in marriage on June 23, 1956; 3 daughters and sons-in-law: Sheila and Clay Scott, Charlotte and Greg Laramore, and Sharon and Leroy Campbell all of Green County; 6 grandchildren: Nathan Laramore, Natalie Fox, Sherri Walker, Stephanie Ray, Luke Campbell, and Laura Smith; 13 great-grandchildren: Cameron Sawyer, Cambria Laramore, Connor Laramore, Braylie Fox, Emma Fox, Alyssa Walker, Landon Walker, Emma Walker, Liberty Ray, Maverick Ray, Xavier Ray, Braxton Smith, and Brayden Smith; 2 brothers and sisters-in-law: Wayne and Liz Matney, Gleason and Betty Matney all of Green County; 2 sisters and a brother-in-law: Anne Harmon, and Stella Louise and Dennis Whitlock all of Green County; and a host of other relatives and friends.
 
Mr. Matney was also preceded in death by two sisters and a brother: Lenora Faulkner, Suzie Hedgespeth, and Phillip Matney.
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Due to the Covic-19 pandemic and executive order by the Governor of Kentucky, funeral services for Robert Cloyd Matney will be conducted privately with burial in the Fry Cemetery. Bro. Larry Wisdom and Bro. Clay Scott officiating.
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg in charge of the funeral services.
 
For online condolences log onto: www.cowherdandparrott.com or Facebook.
 
PALLBEARERS: Family
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Thank you for everyone's cooperation and understanding during this very difficult time.
 

ROGER BARNETT, 70, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Roger Dale Barnett, 70, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late James Alfred Barnett and Bertha Bryant Barnett, was born September 10, 1949 in Taylor County, KY. He died at 9:05 P.M., Wednesday, March 25, 2020 in Campbellsville.
 
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church.
 
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 1 sister: Bobby Allen Barnett, James Robert “Pete” Barnett and Rosaline Mae Beck.
 
SURVIVORS: 
Wife: Lequita Barnett; 1 daughter: Amanda Brooke Barnett of Campbellsville; 1 son: Trevor Jay Barnett & wife Jill of Lexington; 2 grandsons: Luke Daniel and Landon Jack Barnett of Lexington; 2 brothers and 2 sisters: Cecil Gordon Barnett & wife Donna and William Carroll “Jack” Barnett & wife Carolyn, Norma Jean Franklin and Rena Vae Newton & husband Orville, all of Campbellsville; several nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends.
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AT THE REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

BLANCHE KERR, 107, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Blanche Greer Kerr, 107, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Joel F. Greer and Sarah Catherine Eggers Greer, was born October 29, 1912 in Ashe County, North Carolina. She died Saturday, March 21, 2020 in Campbellsville, KY. 
 
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Salem Baptist Church.
 
She united in marriage to Tommy Kerr December 24, 1937 and preceded her in death December 21, 1995. She was also preceded in death by four 4 and 3 sisters: Jess Greer, Kelly Greer, Walter Greer, Roby Greer, Edith “Lot” Fleming, Etta Garnett and Alice Bottoms.
 
Blanche was fond of all animals, especially cats, dogs and cows, which she named.
 
SURVIVORS: 2 nieces and caregivers of Campbellsville: Sarah Davidson and Linda Wethington; another niece, Mary Nelson of Louisville; 2 nephews: Larry Garnett of Meade County, KY and J. D. Bottoms of Galveston, Texas; many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
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AT THE REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR TAYLOR COUNTY SPCA AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 
PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
 

MITCHELL ANDERSON, 42, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Mitchell Anderson, 42, of Campbellsville, KY son of Alicia Webb and the late George Elwood Anderson, Jr., passed from this life on Monday, March 23, 2020 at his home. He was born on February 24, 1978 in Taylor County, KY.

 

Mitchell enjoyed the peacefulness of nature, and spent most of his life looking after farm animals, especially chickens. He was a talented and compassionate gardener, and will be dearly missed by many.

 

SURVIVORS:

Mother: Alicia Webb of Campbellsville

2 siblings: Robbie Anderson and wife Jessica, and Hope Renzelli and husband Ron, all of Campbellsville

A host of extended family and friends

 

Due to efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19 and recent requirements implemented by the Office of Governor Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors, all funeral services will be performed privately.

 

JOHN W. GAINS, 93, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
John W. Gaines, 93, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Frank Gaines and Irene Sallee Gaines, was born July 22, 1926 in Green County, KY. He died Sunday, March 22, 2020 in Campbellsville. 
 
John professed faith in Christ and was a member of Millers Chapel United Methodist Church. He was a veteran of World War II, having served his country honorably in the United States Army as a tech sergeant. John was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville and a farmer. He was a family man who loved spending time with them.
 
He united in marriage to Doris E. Sapp Gaines March 1, 1947. She preceded him in death October 1, 2009.
 
SURVIVORS: 1 son and 3 daughters: John D. Gaines and wife Carolyn, Mildred Beard and husband Joe, Phyllis White and husband Ronnie, and Madonna Beard and husband David of Campbellsville; 9 grandchildren; Bobbi Faulkner and husband Dean, John R. Gaines and wife Belinda, LeeAnn Brewer and husband Darren, David Graham and wife Carolin, Clay Graham and wife Emily, Mark White, Alison Starcher and husband Jeremy, Robbie Beard and wife Vera, and Cheri Parke; 27 great-grandchildren; 31 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
 
He was also preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn Gaines; 1 brother and 2 sisters: James Allen Gaines, Mary Catherine Gaines and Frances Phillips.
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AT THE REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
A PUBLIC MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD AT A LATER DATE.
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 
PALLBEARERS: Robbie Beard, LeeAnn Brewer, Bobbi Faulkner, John R. Gaines, Clay Graham, David Graham, Cheri Parke, Alison Starcher, Mark White
 
HONORARY PALLBEARERS: Richard Pruyear, Arnold Sallee, Sheridan Underwood & Great-Grandchildren
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

DENNIS LEE HAYES, 72, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Dennis Lee “Denny” Hayes, 72, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Kenneth and Lucille (Adams) Hayes, was born in Marion County, KY on October 30, 1947. He departed this life on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at Taylor Regional Hospital.
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Freedom Baptist Church. Mr. Hayes was a retired farmer, and enjoyed spending his time with his family. He loved to read his Bible and serve God and his church, and was a talented and well-respected bird dog trainer.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife: Susie Diane (Flinchum) Hayes
4 children: Tammy Hayes and companion Brian Benningfield of Campbellsville, Steve Hayes and wife Jill of Lebanon, Tim Hayes of Campbellsville, and Sandy Smothers and husband Mark of Campbellsville
2 stepchildren: Beth Hunt and Jeff Hunt and wife Tammy, all of Campbellsville
2 brothers: Rodney Hayes and wife Linda, and Wayne Hayes and wife Karen, all of Lebanon
13 grandchildren
1 step grandchild
7 great-grandchildren
A host of other family and friends
 
He was also preceded in death by a grandson, Dalton Levi Hayes, and a brother, Robert Hayes.
 
Mr. Hayes will be laid to rest in the Brookside Cemetery.
 
Due to efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19 and recent requirements implemented by the Office of Governor Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors, all funeral services will be performed privately.
 
L.R. Petty Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
 

ALLEN "BUBBA" PERKINS, 91, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Allen “Bubba” Perkins, 91, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Goble Perkins and Iva Milby Perkins, was born December 22, 1928 in Green County, KY.  He died Friday, March 20, 2020 in Louisville, KY.   
 
Allen professed faith in Christ and was a member of Spurlington United Methodist Church.  He served his country honorably in the United States Army and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. Allen was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville and a farmer. He enjoyed playing Rook and hunting rabbits.
 
He united in marriage to Mary Ola Brockman June 6, 1952.  
 
SURVIVORS: 
Wife, Mary Ola Perkins of Campbellsville, KY; 1 son and 2 daughters: Steve Perkins & wife Beverly of Bradfordsville, Nancy Handy & husband Ritchie and Bonnie Gribbins & husband Doug of Campbellsville; 3 grandchildren: DeWayne Gribbins of West Virginia, Amanda Gribbins, and Kyle Perkins of Bradfordsville; 7 great-grandchildren: 3 great-great-grandchildren; 4 sisters: Sarah Allen of Indiana, Louise Murphy and Betty Dotson of Hodgenville, and Zelda Perkins of Frankfort; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
 
Allen was also preceded in death by 6 brothers & 3 sisters: James Perkins, Robert Perkins, Donald Perkins, Billy Perkins, William Thomas Perkins, Everette Perkins, Anna Mary Brockman, Barbara Allen and Mary Catherine Underwood.
 
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AT THE REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Spurlington United Methodist Church Cemetery
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES.
 
Parrot & Ramsey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
 

LINDA KAYE WHITE, 65, GREENSBURG

 
Linda Kaye White, 65, of Greensburg, KY, daughter of the late Edith Mary Lilly, was born on Thursday, February 3, 1955 in Flatwoods, Greenup County, KY and departed this life on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at the Norton Hospital in Louisville.
 
She had made a profession of faith in Christ, was a member of the South Greensburg Baptist Church and was a homemaker.
 
SURVIVORS: 2 sons and a daughter-in-law: Justin White of Greensburg, and Josh and Brooke White of Campbellsville; 2 grandchildren: Kennah White and Brody Martin both of Campbellsville; special mother: Geneva Higgason of Greensburg; 1 step-brother: Darrell Higgason of Greensburg; her companion: Junior Stearman of Greensburg; her children's father: Sammy White of Greensburg; two special friends: Evelyn Milby and Judy Simpson both of Greensburg; and a host of other relatives and friends.
 
She was also preceded in death by her special father: Wayne Higgason.
 
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Due to State recommendations, funeral services for Linda K. White will be limited to the closest of family at 11:00 A.M., Central Time, Saturday, March 21, 2020 at the Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home with burial in the Macedonia Cemetery. Bro. Cliffton Sullivan and Bro. Nathan Rayburn officiating.
 
Also due to State recommendations, visitation is limited to the closest of family, after 9 A.M., Central Time, Saturday at the Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home until time of the funeral service.
 
Please note for those attending, for the wellness of the family and funeral home staff, that there is no hand shaking, hugging, and maintaining of a social distance if at all possible.
For online condolences log onto: www.cowherdandparrott.com or Facebook.
 
PALLBEARERS: Josh White, Justin White, Sammy White, Darrell Higgason, Brody White, Tonna Higgason, Kennah White
 

BURCHELL "BIRD" COUCH, 80, COLUMBIA

 

Burchell “Bird” Couch, 80, of Columbia, KY was born on February 12, 1940 in Harlan to the late Dave and Leona (Turner) Couch. He departed this life on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 in Glasgow at the T.J. Samson Hospital after an extended illness. 
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Church of Christ faith. Mr. Couch was a former logger and factory worker, and a lifetime farmer. He enjoyed working with his hands; hunting, fishing, and most things done outdoors are what he took pleasure in. He was a family man; his character and morals were a positive influence on his family, his friends, and his community.
 
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a son, Burchell “Bub” Couch, Jr; and 6 siblings: Ralph Couch, Bige Couch, Bethel Couch, Sidney Couch, Mary Belle Couch, and Thelma Hart.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife: Sybil (Goodin) Couch
2 children: Darlene Bunch & husband Doyle of Columbia, KY; Mary Couch & fiancée Nick Gibson of Somerset, KY
5 sisters: Sophia Walker of South Carolina, Sue Phelps of Corbin, Mae Hamblin & husband Robert of Corbin, Louise Mosley of London, and Cristeen Mayberry of Cookeville, TN
4 grandchildren
7 great-grandchildren
A host of other family & friends
 
A Memorial Service will be conducted at Hadley Community Church in Columbia, KY at a later date with Bro. Elbert Hadley officiating.
 
L.R. Petty Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
 

CHARLES KENTON BOSTON, 81, INDIANA (KY NATIVE)

 
Charles Kenton “Bo” Boston, 81, of Greenwood, Indiana passed peacefully from this life on Sunday, March 15, 2020. He was born in Barren County, KY on February 13, 1939 to the late Ola and Bernice (Hood) Boston.
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Boston worked over 30 years as a sheet metal fabricator. After his retirement, he pursued his passion for producing and growing flowers by opening Boston’s Greenhouse, a successful landscape and garden center.
 
SURVIVORS:
3 children: Sharon Teresa Boston of Greenwood, IN, Richard Kenton Boston & wife Susan of Greenwood, IN, and James Shannon Boston & wife Joanie of Martinsville, IN
3 siblings: Korine Whitley of Campbellsville, Kodelia Swears of Mt. Washington, and Robert Boston of Campbellsville
1 sister-in-law: Linda Boston of Campbellsville
7 grandchildren: Alexandra Denise Weisbrod & husband Tucker, Courtney Faith Petty & husband Jack, Chelsea Lee Harty & husband Luke, Nicholas Charles Boston & wife Anjuli, Shelby Diane Rowe & husband Jonathon, James Quenton Boston, and Brandon Caleb Boston
5 great-grandchildren: Landon Scott Bell, Jemma Mae Harty, Greyson Nicholas Bell, Cashel Luke Harty, and Henry Charles Boston
And a host of extended family and friends
 
He was also preceded in death by 5 siblings: Kay Hobbs, Kathryn Arvin, Kenneth Boston, Koretta Johnson, and D.K. “Bud” Boston.
 
Funeral Service: Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 1:00 PM EST (12:00 PM CST) in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY with cremation to follow. His ashes will be laid to rest at a later date in the Boston Cemetery, Liberty-Lawson Rd, Hardyville, KY.
 
Visitation: Thursday, March 19, 2020 after 11:30 AM EST (10:30 AM CST) at the funeral home 
 
L.R. Petty Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
 

WILMA GENEVA SHUFFETT, 89, GREENSBURG

 
Wilma Geneva Priddy Shuffett , 89, of Greensburg, KY, daughter of the late Oliver Priddy and Anna May Yates Priddy, was born on Monday, October 13, 1930 in Hart County, KY and departed this life on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at the Grandview Nursing Facility. 
 
Wilma had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Oak Grove Baptist Church Nolynn Association. She was also a homemaker and a farmer.
 
She united in marriage to Elroy Shuffett on September 2, 1950 who preceded her in death on December 8, 2008.
 
Mrs. Shuffett was also preceded in death by a daughter-in-law: Julie Shuffett; three sisters and two brothers: Elizabeth Fields, Odessa Hornback, Naomi Priddy, Hester Priddy, and Oliver Wallace Priddy, Jr.
 
SURVIVORS:  2 daughters & sons-in-law: Becky & Eudell Stilts, and Vickie & Mike Arnett all of Greensburg; 3 sons and 2 daughters-in-law: Ray Shuffett, Ronnie & Janet Shuffett, and Junior & Patricia Shuffett all of Greensburg; 1 sister: Elinor White of Tennessee; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Funeral Service: 10:00 A.M., Central Time on Friday, March 20, 2020 at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home  with Bro. Jim Engle officiating
 
Burial: Oak Grove Cemetery
 
Visitation: 3 P.M. until 7 P.M., Central Time on Thursday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home and after 7 A.M., Friday 
 
For online condolences log onto: www.cowherdandparrott.com.
 
PALLBEARERS: Jim Engle, Jeremy Shuffett, Ryan Engle, Brian Stilts, Jonathan Rafferty, & Jerry Lynn Scott
 

GRACE MARIE BAILEY SPARKS, 94, CAMPBELLSVILLE (ADAIR CO. NATIVE)

 
Grace Marie Bailey Sparks, 94, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Jerry Bailey and Loracy Wolford Bailey, was born May 26, 1925 in Adair County, KY.  She died at 10:58 P.M., Thursday, March 12, 2020 in Campbellsville.  
 
Grace professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Christian Church. She grew up in Roley, KY and loved that community. A favorite outing was driving to the community and taking many trips down memory lane. Upon graduation from Knifley High school, she went to Louisville Beauty School and then returned to Adair County, where she was pursued by and then married her loving husband, Harlan. Job transfers took them alternately to Taylor County and Adair County where they enjoyed a life of friends, church and family over many decades. In later years, Wal-Mart became the destination of choice followed by a meal at whatever fast food location she had a coupon for and hadn’t been to in the last few days. Keeping in touch with friends by phone provided hours of news and updates in an ever changing world.  She was always hoping and anticipating one more family reunion.
 
She united in marriage to Harlan “Buster” Sparks November 24, 1949 and he preceded her in death June 6, 2012.
 
SURVIVORS: 1 daughter and 1 son: Carol Tucker and husband Ivan of Campbellsville and David Sparks and wife Johnnie of Lexington; 4 grandchildren: Kenny Squires and wife Sabina of Benton, Louisiana, Richard Squires of Natchez, Mississippi, Alison Sparks of London and Jake Squires of West Liberty; 1 step granddaughter, Ashley Green and husband David of Nashville, Tennessee; 1 great-granddaughter, Nieve Squires and her baby brother on the way; 2 step great-grandchildren: Claire Green and Tucker Green; 1 brother and 1 sister: Hollis Wade Bailey of Liberty and June Ludford of Virginia Beach, Virginia; several nieces & nephews and many other relatives & friends.
 
VISITATION: After 12:00 Noon, Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
 
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Ivan Tucker, Bro Ricardo Hughes and Bro. Gerald Reliford
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 
FAMILY REQUEST EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY BE DONATIONS TO KOSAIR CHARTIES AND THOSE MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
 

BERNARD FAIN, 90, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Bernard Fain, 90, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Ernest M. Fain and Valta Bland Fain, was born March 1, 1930 in Bullitt County, KY. He died at 8:00 P.M., Saturday, March 14, 2020 in Campbellsville. 
 
Bernard professed faith in Christ and was a charter member of Green River Memorial Baptist Church as well as a Trustee. He was also a board member of Campbellsville Housing Authority. Bernard was a retired senior repair man for Tennessee Gas Transmission. He enjoyed hunting and fishing in his younger years. He served his country honorably in the United States Navy and was a veteran of the Korea War.
 
He united in marriage to Margaret Gaines August 1, 1953
 
Besides his wife, Margaret Fain of Campbellsville, he is survived by one daughter and one son: Lori Fain Sharp of Louisville and Brad Fain and wife, Janiene of Sulphur Springs, Texas; four grandchildren: Jeananne Amaya and husband, Carlos of Sulphur Springs, Texas, Becca Fain Stout and husband, Justin of Sulphur Springs, Texas, Brandon Fain and wife, Danielle of Fort Worth, Texas and Timothy Sharp of Louisville; one great-grandson, Luke Amaya; and many other relatives and friends.
 
He was also preceded in death by a son, Doug Fain January 29, 1979.
 
VISITATION: 5:00 - 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home and after 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at Green River Memorial Baptist Church
 
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at Green River Memorial Baptist Church in Campbellsville by Rev. Jamie Bennett and Rev. Don Gowin
 
BURIAL: Green River Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GREEN RIVER MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH OR GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
 

JAMES HARLAN HILL, 81, GREENSBURG

 
James "Jim" Harlan Hill, 81, of Greensburg, KY passed away Friday, March 13, 2020 at the University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville, KY.
 
SURVIVORS:
1 daughter & son-in-law:  Marti Hazel & Paul Baker of Louisville
1 son & daughter-in-law:  Nick & Mary Jo Hazel of Campbellsville
3 grandchildren:  Matthew Hazel, Justin Hazel and Carlie Hazel
1 brother: Starley "Deke" Hill, Jr. 
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Funeral Service: 11:00amCT on Wednesday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home
 
Burial: Oak Grove Cemetery
 
Visitation: 4:00pm-7:00pmCT on Tuesday and after 7:00amCT on Wednesday 
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Gideon Bible Fund or to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, which can be made at the funeral home.
 

DELL "SLIMM" GRIBBINS, 38, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Harvey O'Dell “Slimm" Gribbins, 38, of Campbellsville, the son of Ina Sallee Gribbins of Campbellsville, was born September 27, 1981 in Marion County, KY and departed this life on Friday, March 13, 2020 in Lexington at the UK Medical Center after a illness.

 

He was a former screen printer and loved his fur babies: Jax and Elmo, U of L Sports, the Dallas Cowboys, fishing, bowling, and playing cards especially poker, but most of all, spending time with family and friends.

 

SURVIVORS:

Mother: Ina Gribbins

Wife: Ashley (Wolfe) Gribbins of Campbellsville

1 brother: John Sallee of Campbellsville

1 sister: Heather Wright of Campbellsville

Father-in-law: Dan Wolfe of Campbellsville

1 niece & 2 nephews: Kyle Sallee, Paige Probus and Devon Wright

Best friend: Dustin Pendleton of Campbellsville and his daughter, Gracie Pendleton

 

He was preceded in death by his grandparents: John and Eva Sallee.

 

Funeral Service: Monday, March 16, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with cremation to follow. Bro. Waylon Pendleton will be officiating.

 

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. on Monday 

 

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

 

BUFORD LESLIE AKIN, 78, GREEN CO.

 
Buford Leslie Akin, 78, of Green County, KY passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020 at his home. He was born August 12, 1941 in Green County, KY the son of the late Leslie "Pat" Akin and Eliza Estelle Neagle Akin. 
 
Buford had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. He was a Veteran having served in the United States Army. Mr. Akin had worked for the Kentucky State Department of Highways, Fruit of the Loom, Amazon, and Cox Interior. His love for life was farming and his little dog, Sammy.
 
SURVIVORS:
Companion: Cindy Williar of Green County, KY
1 step-son: Eugene Keith Warf of Sparksville, KY
4 step-grandchildren
1 sister: Bernice Maedell Shirley of Greensburg, KY
2 brothers: Herman Lee Akin of Springfield, KY; Wallace Ray Akin of Greensburg, KY
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Funeral Service: Monday, March 16, 2020 at 11:00amCT at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home
 
Burial: Akin Cemetery
 
Visitation: 4:00pm-8:00pmCT on Sunday and after 7:00amCT on Monday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home 
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to Hosparus of Green River, which can be made at the funeral home.
 

MICHAEL TODD HOLLAND, 52, GREEN CO.

 

Michael Todd Holland, 52, of Green County, KY passed away Thursday at the Hosparus Inpatient Care Center in Louisville.
 
SURVIVORS:
Parents: Billy and Gayle Holland of Green County
Aunts & Uncles: Ollye Clark of Louisville, Carlos Davenport of Lyndon, Genevieve Buckner of Hodgenville, and Randy Davenport of Greensburg
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Funeral Service: 1:00pmCT on Sunday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Davenport Cemetery
 
Visitation: 4:30pm-8:00pmCT on Saturday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home and after 7 A.M., Sunday 
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the burial expenses, which can be made at the funeral home.
 

HAMILTON "H.C." MILBY, 93, FLORIDA (GREEN CO. NATIVE)

 
Hamilton "H.C." Milby, 93, of Florida (Green County native) passed away Friday, February 28, 2020 in Florida.
 
SURVIVORS:
2 sons & daughters-in-law: Jerry and Evelyn Milby, Florida; Steve & Peggy Milby, Florida
5 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren
1 brother & 2 sisters-in-law: Charles & Betty Milby, and Phyllis Milby all of Greensburg, KY
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Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M., Central Time, Friday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home 
 
Burial: Hodges Chapel Cemetery
 
Visitation: 5 P.M. until 8 P.M., Central Time Thursday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home and after 7 A.M., Friday 
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Hodges Chapel Cemetery Fund or Feed the Children Foundation, which can be made at the funeral home.
 

MASTER LONNIE JAMES TAYLOR, JR., 8 DAYS, COLUMBIA

 
Master Lonnie James Taylor, Jr., 8 days, of Columbia, KY son of Lonnie & Francene (Cox) Taylor, was born in Taylor County, KY on March 1, 2020. He passed from this life on Monday, March 9, 2020 in Louisville at the Norton Children's Hospital.
 
Although his days were short, he was loved and cherished by a large family and numerous friends.
 
SURVIVORS:
Parents: Lonnie & Fran Taylor of Columbia, KY
5 siblings: Briana, Ethan, Ava, Brayden, and Gavin Taylor
Grandparents: Mike & Shirley Cox of Campbellsville, KY; Lonnie & Brenda Maynard of Columbia, KY
Great-grandmother: Norma Taylor
Aunts & uncles: Michelle & David Jones, Linda & Jessie Whitlock, Fred Maynard & fiance Charlie Downey, Robert Maynard, and Jessee & Alexis Maynard
Several other extended family members
 
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Frances Cox.
 
Funeral Service: Friday, March 13, 2020 at 1:00 PM EST (12:00 PM CST) in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY
 
Interment: Columbia Cemetery
 
Visitation: After 11:30amET on Friday, Mar. 13, 2020
 
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

GERALD LEE UNDERWOOD, 39, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Gerald Lee “Jerry” Underwood, 39, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Jackie and Geraldine (Myers) Underwood, was born October 16, 1980 in Louisville, KY and departed this life on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at his home. 
 
He was a former Tech support worker for the IRS and was of the Christian Faith. Jerry enjoyed music and computers.
 
SURVIVORS: 2 brothers: Roy Williams & wife Trish and John Williams & wife Kathy, all of Campbellsville, KY; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and other relatives & friends.
 
The family chose cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
 
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville in charge of arrangements.
 

BONNIE CUTLER, 73, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Bonnie Cutler, 73, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Harold Levi Jones and Virginia Marquis Jones, was born August 5, 1946 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.  She died at 8:50 P.M., Thursday, March 5, 2020 in Campbellsville.  
 
She professed faith in Christ and attended Elk Horn Baptist Church. Bonnie was a loving mother, grandmother and friend to many.
 
She was united in marriage to D’Arcy F. Cutler October 1, 1966 and he preceded her in death March 6, 2009.
 
SURVIVORS: 2 daughters:  Tammy Torres and Tracy Lasley (Leon); 11 grandchildren:  Charity Finn(Cody), RayLee Perkins (Gavin Shirley), Ethen Perkins, Dalton Ratcliff, Natasha Torres, Trever Lasley, Nikolas Torres, Terren Lasley, Christopher Lasley, Latron Lasley and Travon Lasley; 1 great-grandson, Ryce Finn all of Campbellsville; 1 sister-in-law: Celeste Denruyter (Doug) of Michigan and many other relatives and friends.
 
She was also preceded in death by a brother, Byron Eugene Jones.
 
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Private memorial service to be held at a later date.
 
FAMILY REQUEST EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY BE DONATIONS TO AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY OR HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND THOSE MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

BILLY DEAN SIMPSON, 88, GREEN CO.

 
Billy Dean "Bill" Simpson, 88, of Greensburg, KY was born July 11, 1931 in Green County, KY and departed this life on Monday, March 9, 2020 at his home. He was a son of the late Homer Leslie "Les" Simpson and Lillie Bloyd Simpson. 
 
Billy had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church. He was a self-employed plumber and repairman, and also worked for Southern States for 17 years. He was a Korean War Veteran having served in the United States Army where he was a recipient of the Bronze Star, and was a lifetime member of the Green County Sportsman Club.
SURVIVORS:
Wife: Joyce Bonta Simpson of Greensburg
1 daughter: Gail Simpson of Greensburg
1 son & daughter-in-law:  Tim and Lana Simpson of Greensburg
4 grandchildren: Tiffany Meadows & husband Jonathan, Samantha Morgan & husband Brian, Becky Benningfield & husband Jeremy, and C.J. Yates & husband Derek, all of Greensburg, KY
7 Great-grandchildren: Abrie & Liam Meadows, Kimber Morgan, Barrett & Steyr Benningfield, Ruger & Abby Yates
1 brother & sister-in-law: Homer & Brenda Simpson of Greensburg, KY
Brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law: Wilburn & Connie Bonta, Suvada Arnett, Winfred Bonta and Alicia Bonta all of Green County, KY
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Funeral Service: 11:00amCT on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY
 
Burial: Green County Memory Gardens
 
Visitation: 4:00pm-8:00pmCT on Wednesday and after 7:00amCT on Thursday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home 
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Norton Children's Hospital, St. Jude Children's Hospital or Kosair Charities, which can be made at the funeral home. 
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

RALPH PORTER DOWELL, 81, ADAIR CO.

 
Ralph Porter Dowell, 81, was born March 30, 1938 in Metcalfe County, KY to the late Jack and Ruth Walker Dowell. He departed this life on Saturday, March 8, 2020 in Adair County, KY.
 
Ralph had made a profession of faith in Christ and was associated with Fry Baptist Church. He was a United States Navy Veteran. Ralph was self-employed in the oil field industry and he enjoyed hunting, fishing, farming, being outdoors and collecting knives. He also loved to cut up with family and friends.
 
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn Dowell; one son, Ronnie Dowell; and one brother, Richard Dowell.
 
SURVIVORS:
2 sons & their spouses: Joe & Corine Dowell of Columbia, KY; Donnie & Tammy Dowell of Pennsylvania
1 daughter & her spouse: Sherry & Chris Ervin of Edmonton, KY
14 grandchildren
18 great grandchildren
A host of other relatives and friends
 
Funeral Service: Wednesday 2:00pmCT at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Wisdom officiating
 
Burial: Greasy Creek Cemetery in the Exie Community of Green County with Military Honors
 
Visitation: 5:00pm-8:00pmCT on Tuesday March 10, 2020 and after 7:00amCT on Wednesday at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home 
 
Pallbearers: Donnie Dowell, Joe Dowell, Chris Dowell, Donnie Dowell Jr., Chris Ervin and Chad Dowell
 
Honorary Pallbearers: Tom Rowe, Mark Faulkner, Lewis Bernard, and Barkley Hancock
 
Online Condolences: www.fostertolercurry.com
 

GERALD LEE KELTNER, 62, GREEN CO.

 
Gerald Lee Keltner, 62, of Greensburg, KY passed away on Friday, March 6, 2020 at Nortons Pavilion in Louisville, KY. 
He was born on Sunday, October 13, 1957 in Campbellsville, KY, son of the late William Albert Keltner and Frances Mann Mantegna.
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a truck driver for West Shore Glass, Inc.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife: Tammy Sue McCorkle Keltner of Greenburg 
3 daughters: Dema Lee Keltner-Anderson & husband Christopher of Ft. Knox, KY; Anna Sue Keltner of Greensburg, KY; Tara Diane Keltner & fianc'e Justin George of Campbellsville, KY 
1 granddaughter: Allanah Lee McBride of Ft. Knox, KY 
2 sisters:  Ruby Gentry of Greensburg, KY; Linda Montgomery of Summersville, KY  
1 brother: Ray Keltner of Virginia
A host of other relatives and friends
 
Funeral Service: 1:00pmCT on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home
 
Burial: Keltner Family Cemetery in Green County
 
There will be no public visitation prior to the service.
 
Donations are requested to the Kidney Foundation and can be made at Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home.
 

NEDA KAYE WATSON, 63, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Neda Kaye Watson, 63, of Campbellsville, KY was born on April 2, 1956 to the late Fred Vernon and Cora (Farmer) Watson. She departed this life on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at her home after an extended illness. 
 
She had made a profession of faith in Christ and grew up attending the Feathersburg Church of God. She was a former housecleaner and a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing and collecting rocks, but was especially fond of her grandchildren, and the times they spent together.
 
SURVIVORS:
2 children: Greg Watson and wife Lora, and Angela Graham and fiance Gary Simons, all of Campbellsville
3 siblings: Regina Parker and husband Johnny Ray, Nina Cox, and Gerald Ann Brown, all of Campbellsville
5 grandchildren: Brinkley “Baby Lucy” Simons, Corey Keith Watson, Colton Tate Graham, Tray Flinchum and Chey Ann Edwards
3 stepgrandchildren:  Summer, Chelsie, and Sidney
A host of other family and friends
 
She was also preceded in death by 19 siblings: Anna, Magalene, Mary, Dorothy, Frances, Vernon, Archie, Cozetta, Willie, Buster, Johnny, Jewell Dean, Freddy; 4 infants; and 1 grandson: Dace Watson.
 
Funeral Service: Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 1:00 PM EST (12:00 PM CST) in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY
 
Interment: Jones Chapel Cemetery
 
Visitation: Monday, Mar. 9, from 5:00-8:00 PM EST (4:00-7:00 PM CST).
 
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

LETHA DEWITT, 85, GREEN CO.

 
Letha Marie DeWitt, 85, was born July 16, 1934 in Green County, KY to the late Junie Allen Acree and Mae Della Estes Acree. She departed this life Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Lexington, KY.
 
She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist Faith. Letha was retired from Fruit of the Loom. 
 
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by 2 sisters: Doris Patterson and Jean Simpson and 3 brothers: Odell, Bob and Cosby Acree.
 
SURVIVORS:
1 son: Richard DeWitt & fiancé Theresa Metten of Mt. Sherman, KY; 1 daughter: Patti DeWitt of Lexington, KY; 2 sisters: Jane McCubbins of Campbellsville, KY and Sarah Brockman of Lebanon, KY; 1 granddaughter: Mai Lin DeWitt of Lexington, KY; plus a host of other relatives & friends.
 
Graveside Service: 9:00amCT on Friday, March 6, 2020 at Fry Cemetery with Bro. Nathan Crawford officiating
 
Visitation: 5:00pm-8:00pmCT on Thursday at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg   
 
Online condolences: www.fostertolercurry.com
 

JACK GALLOWAY, 60, MANNSVILLE

 
Jack Galloway, 60, of Mannsville, KY was born March 5, 1959 and departed this life on Sunday, March 1, 2020 in Mannsville.
 
SURVIVORS:
2 brothers: Jerry Monroe and John Galloway
Friend and employer: Sam Cox & the guys at Mannsville Tire
 
Memorial Service: Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of L.R. Petty Funeral Home with Bro. John Hall officiating
 
Visitation: After 1:30 P.M. on Saturday 
 
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

DOROTHY JEAN PORTER, 80, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Dorothy Jean Porter, 80, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Carl Harding Porter and Edna Mae Lawson Porter, was born October 22, 1939 in Taylor County, KY. She died at 10:15 P.M., Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Campbellsville. 
 
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church and faithfully attended Sunday School when she was able. Jean stayed on the farm with her parents and enjoyed her chickens. To make a little extra spending money, she raised and sold strawberries and collected bottles and cans. She was an Honorary Kentucky Colonel.
 
SURVIVORS: 
1 sister-in-law: Opal Porter Nally & husband C. L. of Campbellsville; her caregivers and nephews: Gary Porter & wife Tammy, Barry Porter & wife Michelle and Richard Porter & wife Amy of Campbellsville; several great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces, great-great-nephews and cousins and many other relatives and friends.
 
She was also preceded in death by a brother, Tommy Porter.
 
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VISITATION:  8:00 - 10:00 A.M., Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
 
FUNERAL SERVICE: 10:00 A.M., Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Dr. Billy Compton
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 
FAMILY REQUEST EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND THOSE MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

WINFRED SPROWLES, 83, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Winfred Sprowles, 83, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Claude Sprowles and Velma Martin Sprowles, was born November 13, 1936 in Taylor County, KY. He died at 8:41 P.M., Wednesday, March 4, 2020 in Campbellsville. 
 
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church. Winfred was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville after forty-two years of service and was also a farmer. He liked to fish and was an animal lover. Winfred loved working in the garden and always grew the best tomatoes and watermelons, which all his neighbors enjoyed.
 
He united in marriage to Gertrude Hunt January 16, 1954.
 
SURVIVORS: Wife, Gertrude Hunt Sprowles of Campbellsville, KY; 1 daughter & son-in-law: Rhonda Worley & husband Bill of Louisville, KY; 1 special nephew: Keith Sprowles & wife Donna of Campbellsville, KY; and many other relatives & friends.
 
He was also preceded in death by a brother, Russell Sprowles.
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VISITATION:  10:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M., Monday, March 9, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
 
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Monday, March 9, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Arnold Sprowles
 
ENTOMBMENT: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Mausoleum
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
 

BONNIE CUTLER, 73, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Bonnie Cutler, 73, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Harold Levi Jones and Virginia Marquis Jones, was born August 5, 1946 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She died at 8:50 P.M., Thursday, March 5, 2020 in Campbellsville.  
 
Bonnie professed faith in Christ and attended Elk Horn Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend to many.
 
Bonnie was united in marriage to D’Arcy F. Cutler October 1, 1966 and he preceded her in death March 6, 2009.
 
SURVIVORS: 2 daughters: Tammy Torres and Tracy Lasley (Leon); 11 grandchildren:  Charity Finn(Cody), RayLee Perkins (Gavin Shirley), Ethen Perkins, Dalton Ratcliff, Natasha Torres, Trever Lasley, Nikolas Torres, Terren Lasley, Christopher Lasley, Latron Lasley and Travon Lasley all of Campbellsville, KY; 1 great-grandson: Ryce Finn of Campbellsville, KY; 1 sister-in-law: Celeste Denruyter (Doug) of Michigan; many other relatives & friends.
 
She was also preceded in death by a brother, Byron Eugene Jones.
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A Private Memorial Service to be held at a later date.
 
FAMILY REQUEST EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY BE DONATIONS TO AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY OR HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND THOSE MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

MARGARET JEWELL STULTS, 89, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Margaret Jewell Stults, 89, of Campbellsville, KY was born in Adair County on July 27, 1930 to the late William E. Bailey and Nona (Roy) Bailey. She departed this life on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Campbellsville at the Grandview Rehab Center.  
 
She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a faithful member of Meadowview Baptist Church. Mrs. Stults was a homemaker and the cherished wife of Mr. Edward Coffey Stults, who preceded her in death on December 19, 2010.
 
Margaret was also preceded in death by three sisters and six brothers: Frances Wettington and Audrey Jones, and Billie B. Hensley, James and Rollin Bailey, Carl and Elba (Pete) Bailey, Jack Bailey and Orbie Bailey.
 
SURVIVORS:
7 nieces and 7 nephews:  Brenda Moran, Suzy Bracey, Judy Murphy, Barbara Combs, Debbie Whitehead, Patricia and Joanie Bailey.  Michael White and wife, Sharon, Gary White, Carl Bailey, Howard Durham, Robert Hensley, Harvey Hensley, Roger Bailey
Many great nieces/nephews, extended family members and friends
Special faithful friend: Sharon Reese
 
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Stults on Friday, March 6, 2020 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. Brent Gupton, Bro. Roger Wolfe, and Suzy Bracey will be officiating.
 
She will be laid to rest with her husband in the Lebanon National Cemetery.
 
Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, March 5, from 5:00-8:00 PM.
 

EDWARD CARROLL HUNT, 75, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Edward Carroll Hunt, 75, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late John Dewey Hunt and Bessie Bennett Hunt, was born November 21, 1944 in Taylor County, KY. He died at 9:46 P.M., Wednesday, February 26, 2020 in Owensboro, KY. 
 
He professed faith in Christ and was a former member of Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church and had attended Lowell Avenue Baptist Church when his health allowed. He served his country honorable in the United States Navy. Edward had been employed as a factory worker. He enjoyed writing songs as a past time and even had one published, recorded and broadcasted on the radio.
 
SURVIVORS: 1 brother: Dean Hunt & wife Judy of Louisville; 1 sister-in-law: Lita Hunt of Shepherdsville; 1 brother-in-law: Glenfield Smith of Campbellsville; several nieces & nephews and many other relatives & friends.
 
He was also preceded in death by 2 brothers & 2 sisters: Thomas Lee Hunt, Robert Hunt, Fay Smith and Susan Bolin.
 
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VISITATION:  2:00 - 3:00 P.M., Sunday, March 8, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
 
FUNERAL SERVICE: 3:00 P.M., Sunday, March 8, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Dave Walters
 
BURIAL: Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church Cemetery
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO MT. GILBOA BAPTIST CHURCH CEMETERY FUND AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

ELIZA PENICK PERKINS, 100, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Eliza Penick Perkins, 100, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Everett Andrew Penick and Dorothy Mae Elmore Penick, was born November 4, 1919 in Green County, KY. She died at 6:00 P.M., Saturday, February 29, 2020 in Campbellsville.
 
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville First Church of God. Eliza was a homemaker and worked on the farm most of her days. She loved working in her flower garden and enjoyed the beauty of nature. She loved her family greatly and has truly left a legacy of love.
 
She united in marriage to Robert Jackson “Jack” Perkins May 1, 1937 and he preceded her in death July 1, 2012.
 
SURVIVORS: 3 sons: Jack Allen Perkins & wife Irene, Ronnie Lewis Perkins, and David Joe Perkins & wife Tresia of Campbellsville; 7 grandchildren: Brian Allen Perkins & wife Elizabeth of North Carolina, Dana Lee & husband Allen of Texas, Kevin Owen Hughes & wife Tina of Campbellsville, Steven Jackson Perkins & wife Sabrina, Cassie Jo Newton & husband Drew and Jeffrey Thomas & wife Tammy of Louisville, and Shondah Cox & husband Tim of Campbellsville; 16 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren; 1 brother: Robert “Bob” Penick of Louisville; several nieces & nephews and many other relatives & friends.
 
She was also preceded in death by 1 grandson, Timothy Allen Perkins and 2 brothers & 2 sisters: Richard Louis Penick, Everett Virgil Penick, Emma Frances Penick Bean and her twin Lida Penick Antle.
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VISITATION:  5:00 - 8:00 P.M., Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home and after 11:00 A.M., Friday, March 6, 2020 at Campbellsville First Church of God
 
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Friday, March 6, 2020 at Campbellsville First Church of God by Pastor Evan Tedder
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 
FAMILY REQUEST EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY BE DONATIONS TO CAMPBELLSVILLE FIRST CHURCH OF GOD, GIDEON BIBLES OR HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND THOSE MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

KELSEY "BUG" BARNES, 91, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Kelsay “Bug” Barnes, 91, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late George Leslie Barnes and Nora Anne Pendleton Barnes, was born October 19, 1928 in Taylor County, KY. He died at 7:10 P.M., Monday, March 2, 2020 in Hodgenville. 
 
Kelsey professed faith in Christ and was a member of South Campbellsville Baptist Church where he served as a deacon for several years. He was a retired co-owner of B & B Used Trucks and B & W Auto Sales. Bug’s family considered him the “best daddy in the world”. He was always friendly and loved cutting up with people and enjoyed the children at church, always kept gum in his pocket for them. Bug also enjoyed pitching horseshoes and won many horseshoe tournaments. He had taught all of his children to drive and even some of his grandchildren.
 
He was also preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Libby Cox Barnes and 6 brothers & 6 sisters: Leonard Barnes, Ivan Barnes, Garnett Barnes, Charlie Barnes, Bill Barnes, Evan Barnes, Berdie Rohe, Mae Cox, Ruby Jones, Goldie Sanders, Elsie Read, Mary Gilpin and a brother in infancy, John Owen Barnes.
 
He united in marriage to Thelma Nelson March 11, 1950.
 
SURVIVORS: Wife,Thelma Nelson Barnes of Campbellsville, KY; 2 sons & 1 daughter: Larry Barnes & wife Connie and Ricky Barnes of Campbellsville, KY, Jane Underwood & husband Dennis of Elizabethtown, KY; 6 grandchildren: Kevin Jones, Jason Jones, Slade Barnes, Mandy Cox, Dustin Barnes and Tyler Barnes; 13 great-grandchildren: Tanner Barnes, Lauren Barnes, Rhett Cox, Riley Cox, Nolan Barnes, Owen Barnes, Jackson Barnes, Dalton Barnes, Jasper Eli Barnes, Alex Jones, Ethan Jones, Shelby Jones and Jaxon Jones; several nieces & nephews and many other relatives & friends.
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VISITATION: 5:00 - 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
 
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Jim Durham and Bro. Tim Coghill
 
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
 

FREEDIA ELKINS MCCUBBIN THOMPSON, 91, GREENSBURG

 
Freedia Elkins McCubbin Thompson, 91, of Greensburg, KY passed away Monday at the Jane Todd Crawford Hospital in Greensburg.
 
SURVIVORS:
4 daughters and 2 sons-in-law: Barbara Willis, Brenda and Kenny Willis both of Campbellsville, KY; Beverly and Ben Russell of Greensburg, KY; Bonnie Turner of Summersville, KY
1 son & daughter-in-law: Brad and Diana McCubbin of Greensburg, KY
3 sisters and 2 brothers-in-law: Christine and Willard Lamb of Illinois; Genrose Strailey of Campbellsville, KY; Judell and Darrell Vance of Somerset, KY
1 brother & sister-in-law: Ruel and Marilyn Elkins of Greensburg, KY
13 grandchildren
28 great-grandchildren
13 great-great-grandchildren
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Funeral Service: 11:00amCT on Thursday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg 
 
Burial: Mt. Moriah Cemetery in Mt. Sherman
 
Visitation: 4:00pm-8:00pmCT on Wednesday and after 7 A.M. on Thursday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home 
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Mt. Moriah Cemetery, which can be made at the funeral home.
 

CHARLES WILSON, 88, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Charles Wilson, 88, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Leonard C. Wilson and Ida Bell Cox Wilson, was born April 11, 1931, in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 1:55 A.M., Tuesday, February 25, 2020 in Greensburg. 
 
He professed faith in Christ and loved to worship by playing and singing music at the nursing home and on the radio. Charles served his country honorable in the United States Army and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a retired heat and air conditioning employee. Charles loved his family and was a good daddy and provider.
 
He united in marriage to Fay Burris March 21, 1950 and she preceded him in death July 2, 2008.
 
SURVIVORS: 1 daughter & 1 son: Rita Perkins of Campbellsville and Doug Wilson & wife Pam of Danville, KY; 6 grandchildren: David Benningfield & wife Tina, Ashley Wooley & husband Richard, and Mistie Lee & husband Joseph of Campbellsville, KY, Bryan Hylton of Danville, KY, Lucy Maddox & husband Terry of Shepherdsville, KY and Shirley Yates & husband Ricky of Greensburg, KY; 20 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; 1 brother and 1 sister: Larry Wilson & wife Bonnie and Louise Harris of Campbellsville; several nieces & nephews and many other relatives & friends.
 
He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis Ann Wilson in infancy; a granddaughter, Robbin Perkins; a son-in-law, Robert Perkins April 19, 2007 and two brothers: Randall Wilson and Paul Wilson.
 
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A private graveside was conducted at Brookside Cemetery.
 
PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
 

JAMES HAROLD HARRISON, 81, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
James Harold Harrison, 81, of Campbellsville, KY was born in Casey County, KY on January 8, 1939 to the late Grover Floyd and Beatrice Louise (Belton) Harrison. He departed this life on Monday, March 2, 2020 in Campbellsville at Taylor Regional Hospital.
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of St. Andrews United Methodist Church. Mr. Harrison was a former employee of General Electric and a car salesman. He kept a sharp lookout for a bargain, and loved to trade around, mostly knives and other small trinkets. Always family oriented, he especially enjoyed the time he was able to spend with his grandbabies and friends.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife:  Juanita Kay (Sexton) Harrison
2 daughters: Lisa Bryant & husband Barry and Debbie Beard & husband Kelvin, all of Campbellsville
5 grandchildren: Michella Bryant, Michael Bryant, Greg Beard, Anthony Beard, & Mark Mann
6 great-grandchildren
A host of other family & friends
 
He was also preceded in death by 2 children: Janet Mann and Junior Harrison.
 
Funeral Service: Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 6:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, Campbellsville. Bro Steve Willis will be officiating. At the request of Mr. Harrison, cremation will be accorded him after the service.
 
Visitation: The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday after 4:00 PM 
 
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 
 

ILENA SHERRILL, 87, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Ilena (Wethington) Sherrill, 87, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Clement and Orpha (Helm) Wethington, was born in Casey County, KY on August 11, 1932. She departed this life on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Summit Manor Health & Rehab Center in Columbia , KY. 
 
Ilena was a former seamstress at Fruit of the Loom, and an office assistant at the State Fire and Rescue Training Center for 14 ½ years.
 
SURVIVORS: 1 daughter: Libby R. Sherrill; 2 siblings: Winfrey Wethington & wife Judy, and Paul Wethington; longtime friend: Mildred Powers; and a host of other family & friends.
 
At the request of Mrs. Sherrill, cremation rites were accorded her by the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service.  A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
 

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