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OBITS Archives for 2020-04

PAULETTE LANDIS SPROWLES, 71, FLORIDA (GREEN CO. NATIVE)

 
Paulette Landis Sprowles, 71, of Florida (a native of Green County, KY) passed away Saturday, April 25, 2020 in Lake Oak, Florida.
 
SURVIVORS:
1 son: Michael Todd Beard of Bowling Green
1 sister: Dianne Landis Sanchez of Virginia
Lifetime friend: Jackie L. Thompson
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No formal services or visitation at this time. Burial in the Fry Cemetery in Green County.  
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral in Greensburg in charge of the arrangements.  
 

BLANCHE THOMPSON SCOTT, 84, LOUISVILLE (GREEN CO. NATIVE)

 
Blanche Thompson Scott, 84, of Louisville, KY, a native of Summersville, KY passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2020 in Louisville.
 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Glyn Scott; her parents, Arnold and Gladys Thompson; 1 brother, Leon Thompson; and 1 sister, Marcella Bishop.
 
SURVIVORS:
3 children: Barbara Wells, Tina Scott, and Connie Mills & husband Mark
3 grandchildren: Charles Aaron Wells, Jonathan Scott Mills, and Samantha Elizabeth Miller
4 great grandchildren: Matthew, Wren, Jude, & Reese
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Private services will be held with burial in Bell Cemetery in Green County, KY. 
 
Owen Funeral Home in Louisville is in charge of the service arrangements.  
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to  the American Heart Association or to the St. Jude Children's Hospital. 
 
For more information or to make a donation locally, contact Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg.
 

BERNICE BOWEN, 85, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Bernice Bowen, 85, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late James Henry Mardis and Dellie Sullivan Mardis, was born on March 16, 1935 in Taylor County, KY. She died at 9:21 a.m., Wednesday, April 29, 2020 in Campbellsville.
 
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Mannsville United Methodist Church. She served as treasurer, children’s Sunday School teacher, communion preparer, and church caretaker for Mt. Zion United Methodist Church prior to its closure.
 
Bernice worked on her family homestead from childhood. She joined her husband, J.R. Bowen, in managing their dairy and tobacco farm. She also worked among family and friends at Union Underwear and as a seamstress at Cozy Comforts on Main Street.
 
Bernice served her church, family, and community with grace, love, earnestness, and deep devotion. She was a caring spouse, loving mother, and proud Mamaw. Bernice often said that we write our obituary by the way we live our daily lives. Her life focused on the care and support of family and friends and the daily fight to keep a farm house clean. She took comfort in Scripture and evenings on the porch swing with her husband and the purple martins. She is and continues to be a good and faithful servant of God.
 
She united in marriage with J.R. (Jerdon Robert) Bowen on May 19, 1954, who preceded her in death on May 2, 2019. 
 
SURVIVORS: 
1 son and 1 daughter: Mike Bowen and wife April of Campbellsville and Robin Bowen and husband Daniel Bucca of Alexandria, Virginia; 4 grandchildren: Clay Bowen of Campbellsville, Shelley Hamilton and husband Shawn of Cox’s Creek, Joseph Bucca and Emma Bucca of Alexandria, Virginia; 2 great-grandchildren: Blake Hamilton and Bailey Hamilton; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
 
Bernice was preceded in death by two brothers and four sisters: Charles Mardis, Thomas (Tom) Mardis, Lela Harmon, Leola Sallee, Louise Bohanon, and foster sister Betty Thrasher Stearman.
 
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AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 
THE FAMILY REQUESTS EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY IN THE FORM OF DONATIONS TO MANNSVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

PAULA SHIVELY, 81, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Paula Shively, 81, of Campbellsville, KY, daughter of the late G.T. Leach, Sr. and Ina Hurt Leach, was born July 7, 1938 in Taylor County, KY. She died at 6:46 A.M., Tuesday, April 28, 2020 in Campbellsville. 
 
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Paula enjoyed going to yard sales and visiting her friends. She stayed busy even after having worked 42 years at Fruit of the Loom and went to work at the Dollar General Store, Goodwill Industries and volunteered at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home when needed. She loved her daughter but the grandsons were her true treasures. Paula also loved animals; especial her cat, Katie and she would often pet sit for her daughter and grandsons pets.
 
She united in marriage to Leo Shively July 23, 1960 and he preceded her in death May 18, 1987.
 
SURVIVORS: 
1 daughter: Sherry Gabehart (Jimmy) of Campbellsville; 2 grandsons: Storme “Bear” Gabehart (Missy) and Patric Gabehart; 2 sisters-in-law: Margie Leach and Juanita Dudgeon (Joe) of Campbellsville; 1 nephew: Brian Leach and wife Michelle of Campbellsville; special niece: Kathy Clark of Campbellsville; 1 great-niece: Brianne Mingey and husband Seth of Fayetteville, North Carolina; very special friends: Naomi Paxton and Wanda Merritt of Campbellsville; several other nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
 
She was also preceded in death by a brother, G. T. Leach December 11, 2016.
 
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AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
 
FAMILY REQUESTED NO FLOWERS, ONLY DONATIONS TO FIRST CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

PAT WILLIAMS , 91, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Pat Williams, 91, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Venus R. Harvey and Myrtle Rowe Harvey, was born September 24, 1928 in Argo, Illinois. She died at Sunday, April 2, 2020 in Illinois. 


Pat professed faith in Christ and was a member of Green River Memorial Baptist Church. She was employed in the restaurant business for twenty-five years. Pat was a strong Christian and loved gospel music. She was also an excellent cook and enjoyed entertaining people.


She united in marriage to Paul Williams August 29, 1976 and he preceded her in death September 5, 2018.

Pat is survived by a daughter, Debby Pinnick (Richard Russian) of Oakwood, Illinois; one step-son, Lt. Col. Ret. Barry Williams and wife, Carolyn of Rockville, Maryland; one grandson, Jason Pinnick (Dawn) of Oakwood, Illinois; seven step-grandchildren; two great grandchildren: Ashlyn Pinnick and Jason Pinnick, Jr.; two step-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Pat was also preceded in death by two brothers, Carl Harvey and Vernon Harvey.

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AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.

 

BURIAL: Green River Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery

 

 

SHIRLEY JEAN YOUNG, 80, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Shirley Jean Young, 80, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Jessie Wallace and Geneva (Payton) Whitehouse, passed from this life on Monday, April 27, 2020 at her home. She was born in Louisville, KY on April 2, 1940. 

 

Mrs. Young had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Beulahland Community Church. She enjoyed collecting dolls and horse trinkets, and loved to find bargains at yard sales.

 

SURVIVORS:

Lifelong companion: Michael Cox of Campbellsville

2 daughters: Beverly Brown and husband Jerry of Columbia, and Phyllis King of Campbellsville

2  sons: James Phillip Cook, II of Campbellsville, and Mike Powell and wife Lori of Carthage, Missouri

3 step daughters: Linda Whitlock and husband Jesse of Casey County, Michelle Jones of Louisville, and Dorothy Francene Taylor of Adair County

9 grandchildren

18 great-grandchildren

11 step grandchildren

1 step great-grandchild

1 brother: Billy Whitehouse and wife Annie of Campbellsville

A host of other family and friends

 

Mrs. Young had requested cremation. All services were performed privately.

 

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

 

MARDELL SWEENEY HAGAN, 66, GLASGOW (GREEN CO. NATIVE)

 
Mardell Sweeney Hagan, 66, of Glasgow, KY (formerly of Green County), daughter of the late Ezra Louis Sweeney and Lizzie Edith Beauchamp Sweeney, was born on Thursday, June 4, 1953 in Green County and departed this life on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green. 
 
She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Aetna Grove Baptist Church. She was a former machine operator for Fruit of the Loom, Inc. and was a cashier for Walmart Corporation.
 
She united in marriage to Sidney Earl Hagan on September 12, 1975 who preceded her in death on June 21, 2010.
 
SURVIVORS: 
1 son & daughter-in-law:  Ricky & Gaye Jones of Glasgow
1 daughter: Jennifer Hibbard and her special friend Chris Pulley of Glasgow
4 grandchildren
4 great-grandchildren
1 brother: Donnie Sweeney of Glasgow
Sister-in-law & brother-in-law: Nancy & Edgar Witcher of Glasgow
Aunt: Jewell Lindsey of Glasgow
Special niece: Donna Warren of Glasgow
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There will be private graveside services held for Mardell Sweeney Hagan.  Burial in the Macedonia Cemetery.  Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in charge of the service arrangements.
 
While still abiding by the State mandates, the family has chosen DRIVE BY VIEWING for Mardell Sweeney Hagan to be conducted behind Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 between the hours of 11:00am and 12:00pmCT.  EVERYONE MUST REMAIN IN THEIR VEHICLES WHILE PASSING AND PAYING THEIR RESPECTS TO THE HAGAN FAMILY.  
 

DOROTHY CRABTREE, 85, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Dorothy Alice Crabtree, 85, of Campbellsville, KY passed peacefully from this life on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at her home. Daughter of the late Thomas Rhodam and Ivy Dell (Beard) Edrington, she was born on August 7, 1934 in Green County, KY.

 

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church. She was a retired employee of Kmart and a homemaker. Mrs. Crabtree was the devoted wife of Mr. Dwight Allen Crabtree, and together they shared 67 years of marriage. She enjoyed working with her hands and keeping busy; she was usually found outside in her garden or somewhere hunting bargains with her family and friends.

 

SURVIVORS:

Husband: Dwight Crabtree of Campbellsville,

2 children: Rhodam Edward “Pete” Crabtree and wife Nancy of Knoxville, Tennessee; Allen Crabtree and wife Shana of Campbellsville

2 sisters: Virginia Holt of Mannsville, KY; Jewell Grooms of Yuma, Arizona

7 grandchildren: Kelsey Crabtree Maynard, Thomas Morgan Crabtree, Taylor Michael Crabtree, Katherine McLees Orem, Steven Hunter McLees, William Harper McLees, and Molly Elaine Crabtree

Special niece and nephew: Karen Bottoms and Wayne Holt

3 great-grandchildren

A host of other family and friends

  

She was also preceded in death by two siblings: Joe Thomas Edrington and Ruby May Edrington.

   

She will be laid to rest in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

 

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of Gideon Bibles. Those can be made by calling the funeral home at 270-465-5151.

 

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 in charge of arrangements.

 

KEVIN ALAN MILBY, 57, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Kevin Alan Milby, 57, of Campbellsville, KY was born on April 18, 1963 in Princeton, Illinois to Mary Frances Milby and the late Thedore “Ted” Milby. He departed this life on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at his home.

 

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Brush Creek Baptist Church. Mr. MIlby was a former supervisor at Goff Mobile Homes, and had served his country honorably in the United States Army. He loved his Ford Mustang and was a talented fix-it man on most things mechanical. A favorite pastime of his was taking his grandchildren fishing and teaching them something about the outdoors.

 

SURVIVORS:

Mother: Mary Milby of Greensburg

2 children: Brittany Rose MIlby and T.J. Milby, both of Campbellsville

2 siblings: Cynthia “Cindy” Milby of Greensburg; Darrell Milby and wife Jackie of Murfreesboro, Tennessee 

4 grandchildren: Karter Alan Milby, Mason Ray Gribbin, Lily McKenzie Milby, and Madison Roselyn Milby

Former mother-in-law: Diane Walters of Campbellsville

A host of other family and friends

 

Mr. MIlby will be laid to rest in the Wilson Cemetery at Gabe in Green 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.

 

L.R. Petty in charge of arrangements.

 

BETTY LOU JAMES, 79, COLUMBIA

 

Betty Lou James, 79, of Columbia, KY (formerly of Campbellsville), passed from this life on Friday, April 24, 2020 in Glasgow, KY at T.J. Sampson Community Hospital after an illness. She was born on November 15, 1940 in Casey County to the late Fred and Pearl (Reece) Short.

 

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Campbellsville and was a homemaker.

 

SURVIVORS:

6 children: Sandra Davis and husband Charles of South Carolina, Lora Grace of Albany, David James and wife Kelly of Campbellsville, Leah James of Greensburg, Frank James and wife Ashley of Campbellsville, and Elizabeth Wilson and husband Gary of Virginia

 8 grandchildren

 1 great-grandchild

 A host of other family and friends

 

Mrs. James had requested cremation. All services were performed privately.

 

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

 

LOWELL GRAHAM, 81, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Lowell Graham, 81, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Wendell Graham and Jennie Victoria Morris Graham, was born February 27, 1939 in Taylor County, KY.  He died at 4:10 A.M. on Sunday, April 26, 2020 in Campbellsville. 

 

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Lowell was former owner of Graham Painting and Wall Coverings. He also was a semi truck driver in his younger years. Lowell was very involved in buying, selling and restoring vehicles which he loved to do. His greatest pride and joy was his family.

 

He united in marriage to Sarah Ruth Short June 8, 1957.  

 

SURVIVORS: Wife, Sarah Ruth Graham of Campbellsville; 2 sons and 2 daughters: Doug Graham and Joan of Frankfort, Trent Graham and Marie, Penny Gaskins and Darrell and Michelle Perkins; 1 daughter-in-law: Melissa Willis and John all of Campbellsville; 1 special granddaughter who they raised: Sierra Seaborne and Casey; 12 other grandchildren: Erika Gaines and Jeff, Clint Graham and Emily, Sheere Newton and  Ben, Cassidy Coffey and Logan, Mea Graham, Patrick Graham and Marsha, Stewart Graham and fiancée Haley, Brandon Skaggs and fiancée Allie, Winston Walls, Hannah Perkins, Abby Davis and Allyssa Gaskins; 21 great-grandchildren and 2 expectant great-grandchildren; 1 brother and 1 sister: Jimmie Graham and Regina of Campbellsville and Nancy Whitlow and Morris of Summersville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

 

He was also preceded in death by one son, Max Patrick Graham June15, 2006 and three granddaughters: Ashley Sarah Graham & Amber Susan Graham (twin girls), and Amy Lauren Graham.

 

AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.

  

BURIAL:  Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery by Bro. Jeff Gaines

  

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO FUNERAL EXPENSES AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

 

MARY EDITH COOK, 58, GREENSBURG

 
Mary Edith Cook, 58, of Greensburg, KY passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Elizabethtown, KY.
 
SURVIVORS:
Mother: Joan Davis Cook of Greensburg, KY
2 sisters & brothers-in-law: Connie & Matt Antle and Glenda & Donald Curry, all of Green County, KY
3 nephews: Keith Patterson & Kyle Patterson both of Greensburg, KY; Brian Curry of Columbia, KY
 
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Funeral arrangements are private.
 
The family has requested that donations be made to the Family Burial Fund, which can be made at Cowherd & Parrot Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY who is in charge of arrangements.
 

PAULA BROWN BOYD, 52, GREEN CO.

 
Paula Brown Boyd, 52, of Green County, KY departed this life on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at her home.
 
SURVIVORS:
Husband: Jerry William Boyd of Green County
1 sister: Nora Diane Brown Harrison of North CarolinaA host of other relatives friends
 
Funeral arrangements are private.
 
Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY is in charge of the services.
 

COY DEAN COLVIN, 77, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Coy Dean Colvin, 77, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Richard Henry Colvin and Rosie Lee Calhoun Colvin was born March 25, 1943 in Marion County, KY. He died at 2:15 P.M., Friday, April 24, 2020 in Campbellsville.  

 

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Pitman Valley Baptist Church. He was a former employee of Gabehart Feed Mill and a farmer. Coy Dean was a beloved brother and uncle and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

 

SURVIVORS:

2 brothers and 4 sisters: Bennie Ray Colvin of Finley, Clarence Colvin and wife Linda, Barbara Jean Davis and Joyce Jeffries of Campbellsville, Ramona Shively and husband Shelby of Lebanon, and Susan Jacobs of Danville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

 

He was preceded in death by one sister and three brothers: Mary Elizabeth Colvin, Richard Melvin Colvin, Earl Buford Colvin and James Robert Colvin, and a nephew, James Lucas Orberson.

 

FUNERAL SERVICE: held privately at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

 

PEARL BLEVINS, 90, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Pearl Blevins, 90, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Tom Edelen and Maude Murray Edelen, was born March 16, 1930 in Taylor County, KY. She died at 6:08 A.M., Thursday, April 23, 2020 in Campbellsville.    
 

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Friendship Baptist Church. Pearl was a loving mother and grandmother and family was #1 to her.  She loved being fashionable and was always dressed to the nines.

 

She united in marriage to Otha Blevins on May 22, 1948 and he preceded her in death June 6, 2003.

 

SURVIVORS:

2 daughters and 1 son: Cathy Blevins Allen & husband John, Barry Blevins & wife Jane, and Lee Anna Blevins Rafferty & husband Randal of Campbellsville; 6 grandchildren: Ryan Allen and wife Jodi of Campbellsville, Jenny Allen-Sample & husband Jimmy of Key Largo, Florida, Leslie Blevins De Grez & husband Pieter, Paul Blevins, Meagan Rafferty Eastridge & husband Jeffery and Matthew Rafferty of Campbellsville; 2 step-grandchildren: Kevin Rafferty, and Angie Rafferty Wise & husband Brad of Campbellsville; 3 great-grandchildren: Catherine Allen, Ann Marie De Grez and Josephine Pearl De Grez; 2 step-great-grandchildren:  Conner Wise and Justin Wise; 3 sisters: Joyce Davis and Barbara Powell of Campbellsville and Berneice Benningfield of Louisville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

 

She was also preceded in death by 2 brothers and 3 sisters:  Howard Edelen, Wesley Edelen, Nora Lee Minor, Lola Nell Hickey and Wilma Edelen.

 

AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.

 

BURIAL:  Brookside Cemetery

  

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE  DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

 

CHARLOTTE O'BANION, 75, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Charlotte S. O’Banion, 75, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late William H. “Bill” Sheeley and Minnie Ruth Risinger Sheeley, was born July 29, 1944 in Jefferson County, KY. She died at 6:16 P.M., Tuesday, April 21, 2020 in Campbellsville. 
 
She professed faith in Christ and was of the Methodist faith. Charlotte graduated from Fairdale High School in Louisville in 1962 and attended the University of Kentucky and studied her passion of Horticulture. She was the 1962 National Secretary of the National Junior Vegetable Growers Association which later became NJHA. Charlotte and David started their career in 1965 and worked side by side for over fifty years. They first had an H&R Block Franchise in Cynthiana and then Harrodsburg. During this time Charlotte also owned B&K Fabrics in Cynthia. They left H&R Block in 1976 to start the family business of O’Banion Tax Service and Accounting. Charlotte and David also owned and operated O’Banion Farms, raising purebred swine, beef cattle, and crops.
 
She fiercely loved and supported her children, grandchildren, and the countless 4-H, FFA, Band, and any youth kids that she “adopted", mentored, and cheered on. She never met an animal she didn’t love. Charlotte was an avid horticulturalist. She loved her family dearly and gave her all at everything she did and will be missed by so many family and friends.
 
She united in marriage to the love of her life, David O’Banion, August 15, 1964.
 
SURVIVORS: 
Husband: David O’Banion of Campbellsville
3 daughters: Kim O’Banion of Campbellsville; Becky Briggs & husband Ken of Campbellsville and Jennifer Carrender & husband Daniel of Mooresville, North Carolina
5 grandchildren: Korri Briggs, Jace Briggs, Daniel Carrender, Ben Carrender and Gabe Carrender
2 step-grandchildren: Marti Watson & Charlie Briggs
1 sister and 1 brother:  Sherry Craycraft & husband Steve of Cynthiana and Jerry Sheeley of Louisville
Special caregiver: Pat Davis
Several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends
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AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THE TAYLOR COUNTY 4H YOUTH HORTICULTURE TEAM AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

PAUL "HADACOL" MITCHELL, 91, GREENSBURG

 
Paul M. “Hadacol” Mitchell, 91, was born January 9, 1929 in Green County, KY to the late Leonard Mitchell and Eliza Cowherd. He departed this life Monday, April 20, 2020 at the Green Hill Nursing and Rehab.
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Second Baptist Church, where he was a Deacon, Layman on the Homecoming Committee, member on the Trustee Board, Sunday School Superintendent, Brotherhood Choir and Adult Choir  He was a truck driver. 
 
He was united in marriage to Margie (Tootie) Thornton Mitchell who preceded him in death November 23, 2007. Besides his parents and wife, he was also preceded in death by 2 great-grandchildren: Bre’don Ford and Damontay Majors Jr. and a sister Lyda Barnett.
 
SURVIVORS:
3 sons: Billy Gene Mitchell of Greensburg, Paul Allen Mitchell (Joanie), and Anthony “Boo” Mitchell of Campbellsville
2 daughters: Deborah Cowherd of Greensburg and Shelia Owens (Jamie) of Campbellsville
21 grandchildren, 62 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren
1 sister: Margaret Johnson & husband John of Louisville, KY
A host of other relatives and friends
 
The family has chosen drive by viewing for Paul M. “Hadacol”  Mitchell to be conducted on Thursday, April 23, 2020 on the front porch of Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home between the hours of 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time. PLEASE, EVERYONE MUST REMAIN IN THEIR VEHICLES AT ALL TIMES WHILE PASSING AND PAYING THEIR RESPECTS. ALL VEHCILES MUST ALSO PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING AND MAINTAIN A MINIMUM DISTANCE OF 6 FEET APART.
 
Due to COVIC-19 Pandemic and executive order by Kentucky Governor Beshear, the services for Mr. Paul M. “Hadacol” Mitchell will be conducted Friday privately at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg with burial in the Green County Memory Gardens in Summersville.
 
Pallbearers: Stephen Mitchell, Marcus Cowherd, JeMarko Mitchell, Ontrelle Mitchell, Jeffery Mitchell, Steven Mitchell, Bud Gartin
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Huntington’s Disease Society of America in memory of Bre’don Ford or the Gideon Bible Fund, which can be made at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home.
 
Online Condolences: www.fostertolercurry.com
 

CELIA OPAL MCQUEARY, 94, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Celia Opal McQueary, 94, the daughter of the late Aaron & Mattie (Caldwell) Cheek, was born August 2, 1925 in Adair County, KY and departed this life on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 in Campbellsville, KY at her home. 
 
She was a former grocery store owner and operator in Campbellsville and was a faithful member of the Campbellsville First Church of God.
 
She united in marriage to Woodruff McQueary in 1944, who preceded her in death on August 6, 1993.
 
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by 6 siblings: Hazel Woody, Ethyl Barnett, Bonnie Grant, Vena McQueary, Leonard Cheek and Ray Cheek.
 
SURVIVORS: 1 daughter and 1 son: Phyllis Murphy & husband Joe and Terry McQueary & wife Beverley, all of Campbellsville; 1 sister: Pauline Patten of Campbellsville; 3 grandchildren: Shane Murphy, Adam McQueary & wife Maci and Amanda McQueary all of Campbellsville; a host of other relatives and friends.
 
All services will be private with Bro. Evan Tedder officiating.
 
She will be laid to rest beside her husband in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
 
Memorials are suggested to the First Church of God in Campbellsville.
 
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville in charge of arrangements.
 

JACKEY RANDALL STANLEY, 56, HODGENVILLE

 
Jackey “Jack” Randall Stanley, 56, of Hodgenville, KY son of the late William “Bill” and Nancy (Van Horn) Stanley, was born June 9, 1963. He departed this life on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 in Louisville, KY at the Kindred Hospital after an extended illness. 
 
He had made a profession of faith in Jesus Christ and was the pastor of Greater Works Church in Hodgenville. He was a gifted singer and musician. He was a graduate of the University of Kentucky and had served his country honorably as an officer in the United States Navy during Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield. He enjoyed hunting, golfing, and all things flying, and was an avid RC airman. He earned his living as a process engineer in the industrial field, but his passion was firmly planted in his God and his church life. 
 
SURVIVORS: 
Wife: Mrs. Geri Daneen (Bland) Stanley; 2 daughters: Jessica Wafford & husband Ryan, and Gentry Michael Stanley, all of Hodgenville; 1 half brother: Brian Campbell & wife Lara of Shelbyville, TN; 3 grandchildren: Evan, Owen, and Hensley Wafford; Father-in-law: Gerald “Jerry” Bland of Mannsville; Mother-in-law: Linda T. Bland of Campbellsville; 1 brother-in-law: Jason Bland & wife Kim; 1 niece: Maddie Bland of Campbellsville and a host of other family and friends.
 
Mr. Stanley was also preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Michael Bland, and a nephew, Dylan Bland.In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the Galilean Children’s Home in Liberty, KY.
 
He will be laid to rest in the Tallow Creek 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 in Campbellsville in charge of arrangements.
 

ANNABELLE MILBY HENDERSON, 92, GREEN CO.

 
Annabelle Milby Henderson, 92, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at her home in the Gabe Community of Green County.
 
SURVIVORS:
Husband: William Henderson of Gabe
2 daughters & one son-in-law: Rita Reynolds of Summersville and Myrna & Sleepy Quisenberry of Gabe
2 sons & daughters-in-law: James "Buck" & Irene Henderson and Billy & Debbie Henderson, all of Gabe
A sister: Peggy Whitlow of Summersville
8 grandchildren: Timmy Day of Greensburg, Shannon Hughes of Campbellsville, Santana Smith of Holly Grove, Jamie Barber of Greensburg, James Henderson, John Henderson, and Dale Thompson all of Gabe, and Tiffany Cornish of Taylor County
17 Great-Grandchildren
A host of other relatives and friends
 
Funeral arrangements are private.
 
Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
 
Donations are requested to the Wilson Cemetery fund and can be made at the funeral home.
 

LARRY HALL, 65, GREEN CO.

 
Larry Hall, 65, of Summersville, KY passed away at home on Tuesday, April 21, 2020.
 
SURVIVORS:
Mother: Geneva Marr Hall of Greensburg
1 brother & sister-in-law: Tommy & Linda Hall of Summersville 
2 granddaughters: Lee Ann Calhoun and Parker Bagby both of Campbellsville 
2 nephews: John Nicholas Hall  Michael Patrick Hall, both of Green County
 

There will be a private graveside service with burial in Hall Cemetery. 

 

Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements

 

The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the family burial fund, which can be made made at Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home.

 

 


 

JOSEPH LUCKETT, 89, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Joseph Luckett, 89, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Ed Luckett and Myrtle Raley Luckett, was born March 10, 1931 in Marion County, KY. He died at 9:31A.M., Monday, April 20, 2020 in Campbellsville. 
 
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of St. Mark United Methodist Church. He served his country honorably in the United States Navy and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. Joe was a retired supervisor with Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville. Joe enjoyed golfing and was an avid reader.
 
He united in marriage to Thelma Maupin September 1, 1956 and she preceded him in death March 12, 1997. He was also preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.
 
SURVIVORS: 1 son and 1 daughter: Joe Luckett, Jr. & wife Cassy of Louisville, KY and Kaye Breeding & husband Ernie of Campbellsville, KY; 3 grandchildren: Sara Parke of Campbellsville, Austin Luckett & wife Lauren of Mt. Washington and Sidney Blanford of Louisville; 5 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
 
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AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OR ST. MARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH AND MAY BE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

ORIS MARVIN BINGHAM, 87, GREENSBURG

 
Oris Marvin Bingham, 87, of Greensburg, KY passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at T.J. Samson Hospital in Glasgow.
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Fry Baptist Church.

He united in marriage to Tina E. Judd Bingham, who preceded him in death on March 17, 1992.
 
SURVIVORS: 
1 son & daughter-in-law: Barry & Stacey Bingham of Greensburg 
3 brothers: Austin Bingham of Glasgow, Mitchell Bingham of Edmonton, and Truman Bingham of Indiana 
3 grandchildren: Walker Boggs of Greensburg, Kaylee Boggs of Florida, and Chelsea Boggs of Campbellsville
  
There will be a private graveside service with burial in Davenport Cemetery in Greensburg, KY.  
 
Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
 

GENEVA VAUGHN CREASON, 83, LOUISVILLE (GREEN CO. NATIVE)

 
Geneva Vaughn Creason, 83, of Louisville, KY, daughter of the late Robert Vaughn and Hazel Marr Vaughn, was born on Sunday, May 10, 1936 in Green County, KY and departed this life on Monday, April 20, 2020 at the Yorktown Senior House in Louisville. 
 
Geneva had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Kenwood Church of Christ in Louisville. She was also a former Patient Assistant for Frazier Rehabilitation in Louisville.
 
She united in marriage to Clell Ping Creason on December 22, 1951 who preceded her in death on January 10, 1982. She was also preceded in death by a daughter: Debbie Morrison; and a sister: Viola Vaughn.
 
SURVIVORS: 3 daughters & sons-in-law: Judy & David Bowman, Gail & Don Torrance, and Jeanine & Vernon Hayes all of Louisville; 1 son & daughter-in-law: Bobby & Yvonne Creason of Shepherdsville; 3 sisters and 3 brothers: Lillian Reynolds of Magnolia, Lucille Milby of Summersville, Dixie Cline of Tennessee, Boyce Vaughn of Louisville, William Vaughn of Campbellsville, and Gene Vaughn of Greensburg; 7 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
 
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There will be private graveside services held with burial in the Aetna Grove Cemetery. Bro. Kelvin Edwards officiating. 
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in charge of the service arrangements.
 
For online condolences log onto: www.cowherdandparrott.com.
 

HENRY RONALD FORD, 77, SUMMERSVILLE

 
Henry Ronald "Ronnie" Ford, 77 of Summersville, KY passed away Monday, April 19, 2020 at the Green Hill Rehab & Care Center.
 
SURVIVORS: 
Wife: Florence Helen Ford of Summersville 
1 son: Gerald Ford of Summersville
 
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There will be private graveside services with burial in the Green County Memory Gardens. 
 
While still abiding by State mandates, the family has chosen DRIVE-BY VIEWING to be conducted at the Summersville Fire Dept. on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 from 10:00am-11:00amCT. EVERYONE MUST REMAIN IN THEIR VEHICLES WHILE PASSING AND PAYING THEIR RESPECTS TO THE FORD FAMILY
 
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 Gideon Bible Fund, which can be made through the funeral home.
 

MARGARET DOWELL PEPPER, 92, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Margaret Dowell Pepper, 92, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Robert Selby Mitchell and Catherine White Mitchell was born July 29, 1927 in Taylor County, KY. She died at 5:45 A.M., Sunday, April 19, 2020 in Columbia, KY. 
 
She professed faith in Christ early in life and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church. Margaret formerly managed Golden Thimble Fabric Store and later owned and managed Sew and Save Fabric Store where she and her Mother sold fabrics and made draperies and window treatments for nice homes, churches and funeral homes. She retired from the Taylor County PVA office after nearly 30 years service. She was known as one of the friendliest and kindest ladies one would ever meet. Her nieces and nephews would often turn to her for advice. The friends of her children loved talking and spending time with her. She had something nice to say about everyone and never failed to thank those who took care of her. She loved everyone.
 
She united in marriage to James A. “Chunky” Dowell December 26, 1944 and he preceded her in death August 16, 2001. She later united in marriage to Ivan Pepper January 16, 2004 and he preceded her in death September 7, 2013.
 
She was also preceded in death by a stepson, Ronnie Pepper, and two brothers: Joe Mitchell March 4, 2002 and James Mitchell November 21, 2013.
 
SURVIVORS: 2 sons and 1 daughter: Jimmy Dowell and wife Gayle of Campbellsville, Robert Dowell and wife Joyce of Louisville, and Gaylon Neat and husband Larry of Columbia; 2 step-daughters: Donna Rodgers and husband Bobby of Campbellsville, and Joyce McLaurin and husband Ed of Atlanta, Georgia; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; 1 sister, Peggy Chewning and husband Bobby of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
 
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AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES, HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER OR THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
 

DAVID RICKY EDMONDS, 65, SUMMERSVILLE

 
David Ricky Edmonds, 65, of Summersville, KY, son of the late David Luther Edmonds and Hattie Elizabeth Bagby Edmonds, was born on Wednesday, October 27, 1954 in Hodgenville, KY and departed this life on Friday, April 17, 2020 at his home. 
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Liberty Missionary Baptist Church. He was also employed with Cox Interior, Inc. in Campbellsville.
 
SURVIVORS: Wife of 36 years, Karen Gayle Bloyd Edmonds of Summersville, KY having united in marriage on May 14, 1983; 3 daughters and 2 sons-in-law: Carrie and Craig Martin, Melanie Edmonds and her boyfriend Junior Feese, and Emily & Ethan Patterson all of Summersville, KY; 4 grandchildren: Jaydon Martin, Maddux Martin, Ella Martin, and Owen Patterson all of Summersville, KY; father-in-law: Milton Bloyd of Summersville, KY; 3 sisters and brothers-in-law: Joyce and Jerry Scott, Vickie and Mike McCubbins, Rita and Jimmy Berry all of Summersville, KY; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law: Billy and Becky Bloyd, and Sherry Bloyd all of Summersville, KY; and a host of other relatives and friends.
 
Mr. Edmonds was also preceded in death by a daughter: Hillary Edmonds on April 2, 1992; and three brothers: Luther Edmonds, Barry Edmonds, and Bobby Lee Edmonds.
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There will be private services held with burial in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. 
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
 

LEMUEL READ, 67, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 

Lemuel Read, 67, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Archie Read and Mabel Reynolds Warren, was born February 28, 1953 in Taylor County, KY.  He died at 5:00 P.M., Friday, April 17, 2020 in Campbellsville.   
 
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of First United Methodist Church. Lemuel was a retired employee of Kentucky Utilities and owner of Stephens Shoe Store in Russell Springs. Lemuel was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and brother-in law. His granddaughters remarked that he was a traditional grandfather. He will be greatly missed by his family and “good old buddies.”  He was an avid golfer and also loved to fish.
 
He united in marriage to Janey Holmes June 29, 1975.  

 

SURVIVORS: Wife, Janey Read of Campbellsville, KY; 1 son & daughter-in-law: Jonathan & Jessalyn Read of Campbellsville, KY; 2 grandchildren; 1 sister: Karlene Read & husband Dwight Abel of Campbellsville, KY; Brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law: Judy & Jimmy Jones, Danny Holmes, Terry Holmes and Pam & Jerry Russell of Campbellsville, KY, Sam Holmes and Jerry & Nancy Holmes of Indiana, Linda & Edward Sharpe of Greensburg, KY and Ronnie Holmes of Arizona.

 

AS MANDATED BY OUR GOVERNOR, A PRIVATE FUNERAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

 

Expressions of sympathy are requested to be donations to Gideon Bibles and may be made through Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.

 

BARBARA INEZ HENDERSON, 80, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Barbara Inez Henderson, 80, of Campbellsville, KY, daughter of the late Bob Hughes and Connie Elliott Hughes, was born June 20, 1939 in Taylor County, Kentucky.  She died at1:18 P.M., Friday, April 17, 2020 in Campbellsville.  
 
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church. In addition to being a mother and homemaker Barbara was a dairy farmer, employee of Fruit of the Loom and lastly an ESD employee at Taylor Regional hospital. Barbara loved being with and cooking for her family and was known for bragging on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a people person who loved to laugh and travel on Toby tours and Cruises.
 
She united in marriage to William A. “Bill” Henderson December 15, 1957 and he preceded her in death May 30, 2009.
 
SURVIVORS: 2 sons and 1 daughter: Jeff Henderson & wife Pat of McKee, KY, Stan Henderson & wife Debbie of Hixson, Tennessee, and Jennifer King & husband Doug of Leitchfield, KY; 6 grandchildren: Whitney Tobias & husband Josh of Lexington, KY, Ryan Henderson & wife Laura of London, KY, Erin McEarl & husband Will and Kacey Edwards & husband Justin of Hixson, Tennessee, and Derek King & wife Bethany and Katie Westerfield & husband Brendan of Lexington, KY; 5 great-grandchildren: Riley Tobias, Sabrina Tobias, Jack Henderson, Ellie Henderson, Blakely McEarl and an unborn great-granddaughter, Islay Edwards; 4 brothers and 2 sisters: Wayne Hughes & wife Gladys of Casey County, KY, Mildred Druin & husband Barkley, and Doris Reynolds of Campbellsville, KY, Larry Hughes & wife Linda of Knifley, KY, Garry Hughes & wife Shirley of Elkhorn, KY, and Roger Hughes & wife Donna of Campbellsville, KY; 2 sisters-in-law: Margie Hughes and Shirley Henderson of Campbellsville, KY and 1 brother-in-law: Lloyd Henderson & wife Charlotte of Elizabethtown, KY; several nieces & nephews and many other relatives & friends.
 
She was also preceded in death by one brother, Orville Hughes and 3 sisters: Margaret Hughes, Shirley Hughes and Jewell Hughes and a brother-in-law, David, Henderson.
 
“The best way to remember our mom would be to pay it forward and make the world around you a little brighter in her honor. Nothing would please her more.” Jeff, Stan and Jennifer
 
AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens 
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER OR GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

LOUESE PHILLIPS RUSSELL, 96, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Louese Phillips Russell, 96, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Lawrence William Phillips and Bertie Lee Eads Phillips, was born February 16, 1924 in Melvin, Illinois. She died at 6:39 P.M., Friday, April 17, 2020 in Campbellsville. 
 
Louese professed faith in Christ and was a member of Meadowview Baptist Church.  She loved her church and Sunday School class. Louese was a retired employee of the Taylor County PVA Office after many years of service. She enjoyed working in her yard and always gave her flowers special attention. She united in marriage to Fred Russell July 14, 1945. He preceded her in death November 5, 2008.
 
SURVIVORS: 2 daughters and 1 son: Donna Bright & husband Robert of Elk  Horn, KY, Jerry Russell & wife Pam and Sheri Turpin & husband Joey of Campbellsville, KY; 4 grandchildren: Pam Bale & husband Tracy, Jenny Ethrington & husband Michael, Joanna Fields & husband Landry and McCall  Thacker & husband Joseph; 4 step-grandchildren:  Kent Bright, Jason Bright, Josh Mann and Caleb Mann; 9 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; 1 brother: Robert “Bobby” Phillips; several nieces & nephews and many other relatives & friends.
 
Louese was also preceded in death by 4 brothers and 3 sisters:  Fletcher Phillips, Howard Phillips, Merlin Phillips, Sonny Phillips, Mattie Pickett, Vernetta Paccamonti and Norma Jean Phillips and a step-granddaughter, Bethany Mann.
 
AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

DENNIS WAYNE WRIGHT, 72, GREEN CO.

 
Dennis Wayne Wright, 72, of Greensburg, KY, son of the late Charles Gilbert Wright and Rosie Parson Wright, was born on Saturday, January 31, 1948 in Green County, KY and departed this life on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at the Green Hill Rehab and Care Center. 

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a self-employed heavy equipment operator. 

SURVIVORS: 2 sons & daughters-in-law: Ronald Wayne & Rhonda Wright of Campbellsville, and Darrell & Tonya Wright of Greensburg; 2 sisters and 2 brothers: Gertrude Yocum of Radcliff, Virginia Garrett of Louisville, Donnie Wright and Billy Wright both of Greensburg; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. 
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Mr. Wright had chosen cremation. No formal services or visitation. Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg in charge of the arrangements. 

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

WADE ALAN LILE, 83, IRVINGTON (GREEN CO. NATIVE)


Wade Alan Lile, 83, of Irvington, KY, a native of Green County, KY, son of the late Herman H. Lile and Prudence Wilcox Lile, was born on Thursday, October 29, 1936 in Green County and departed this life on Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his home. 


He had made a profession of faith in Christ and attended the Garfield Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Garfield, Kentucky. He was a retired model maker at Fort Knox, was a furniture maker, loved woodworking, and the metal working trade. He was also a veteran having served in the United States Air Force, a patriot true to his Country to the end. 

Survivors:  2 daughters and sons-in-law: Kathy and Richard Edwards of South Carolina, Kimberly and Brian Franklin of Campbellsville; 1 son: Bruce Lile of Greensburg; 3 grandchildren: Erin Hodges of Campbellsville, Jordan Druin of Greensburg, and Keaton Druin and his wife, Kendra of Glasgow; 5 great-grandchildren: Owen, Knox, and Beckham Hodges, Kasen Druin, and Mahala Druin; 1 nephew: Joseph D. Lile, Jr. of West Virginia; 1 niece: Shelia Lile of California; and a host of other relatives and friends. 

Mr. Lile was also preceded in death by a brother: Joseph Dane Lile, Sr. 
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There will be private funeral services held for Wade Alan Lile. Burial in the Bethlehem Cemetery. Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg in charge of the service arrangements. Bro. Tony Yates, and Bro. Jimmy Tucker officiating. 

The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Bethlehem Cemetery Fund, which can be made through the funeral home. 

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

MARY JO SNEED, 82, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 

Mary Jo Sneed, 82, of Campbellsville, KY, the daughter of the late Shelby and Essie Gertie (Fisher) Wooley, was born April 29, 1937 in Taylor County, KY and departed this life on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 in Campbellsville at the Grandview Nursing and Rehab. 

 

She was a homemaker and of the Methodist Faith. Mary Jo enjoyed sewing, cooking, artwork, crafts and making dolls and jewelry.

 

SURVIVORS: 5 children & spouses: Peggy & Greg Rigdon of Campbellsville, Debbie & Wayne Johnson of Louisville, Bert, Jr & Carol Sneed, Steve & Leda Sneed and Shelby & Andrea Bea Sneed all of Macon, Georgia; 1 brother: Wilber Wooley & wife Jerrie of Louisville; 12 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

 

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Bertron Sneed, a grandchild and eight siblings: Myrtle Morris, Opal Tungate, Annie Perkins, Lucille Wood, Nellie Tungate, Roy Wooley, Shirley Wooley and William “Bill” Wooley.

 

Mrs. Sneed will be laid to rest beside her husband in the Liberty Cemetery at Spurlington.

 

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

 

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.

 

KATHLEEN PERKINS, 73, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Kathleen Perkins, 73, of Campbellsville, KY, daughter of the late Emmitt Shipp and Teresa Viola Caulk Shipp was born June 12, 1946 in Marion County, KY.  She died at 3:09 A.M. on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 in Campbellsville.   

 

She professed faith in Christ early in life and was of the Baptist Faith.  

 

Due to injuries in an automobile accident she spent her adult years in a wheel chair but with a strong spirit raised her two children, kept an immaculate house, and took care to always look her best. She was admired by her children and family for her jolly, happy go lucky attitude and love of family.

 

SURVIVORS: 1 son: Steve Perkins & wife Tracy and 1 daughter: Brenda Jenkins of Campbellsville; 4 grandchildren: Kyle Lee, Whitney Payton & husband Matt, Cody Jenkins and Katie Jenkins of Campbellsville; 5 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters: Judy Harvey & husband Carey of Glasgow and Barbara Hunt of Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; 1 sister-in-law: Betty Sue Shipp of Campbellsville; a very special family friend, Jimmy Skaggs; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

 

She was preceded in death by two brothers Delano Shipp and Emmitt Shipp, Jr.

 

AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.

 

BURIAL:  Brookside Cemetery                  

 

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THE FUNERAL EXPENSES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

 

 

 
 

ELMA JEAN STILES, 93, CAMPBELLSVILLE


Elma Jean Wilson Stiles, 93, of Campbellsville, KY, daughter of the late Barm William Perkins and Ellen Gumm Perkins was born January 11, 1927 in Adair County, KY. She died at 4:00 P.M., Monday, April 13, 2020 in Campbellsville. 

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Bible Baptist Tabernacle.


Elma was a former waitress and jail matron.


She united in marriage to Jim Wilson January 20, 1962. He preceded her in death September 29, 2003. She later married Jesse W. Stiles who preceded her in death January 24, 2014.


Elma enjoyed traveling which she was privileged to do when her husband, Jim was in the military. Her favorite past time was playing cards; which she often did at the Senior Citizen’s Center. She was a people person who never met a stranger.


She is survived by several nieces and nephews.


She was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters: Wesley Perkins, Sherman Perkins, Joseph Perkins, Magdalene Benningfield, and Blanche Irene Perkins.
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AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE

 

BURIAL: Hovious Ridge Cemetery

 

Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

DENNIS WAYNE WRIGHT, 72, GREEN CO.

 
Dennis Wayne Wright, 72, of Greensburg, KY, son of the late Charles Gilbert Wright and Rosie Parson Wright, was born January 31, 1948 in Green County, KY and departed this life on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at the Green Hill Rehab and Care Center. 
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a self-employed heavy equipment operator.
 
SURVIVORS: 2 sons & daughters-in-law: Ronald Wayne & Rhonda Wright of Campbellsville, and Darrell & Tonya Wright of Greensburg; 2 sisters and 2 brothers: Gertrude Yocum of Radcliff, Virginia Garrett of Louisville, Donnie Wright, and Billy Wright both of Greensburg; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
 
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Mr. Wright had chosen cremation. No formal services or visitation. 
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg in charge of the arrangements.
 
For online condolences: www.cowherdandparrott.com
 

WADE ALAN LILE, 83, IRVINGTON, KY (GREEN CO.NATIVE)

 
Wade Alan Lile, 83 of Irvington, KY, a native of Green County, KY passed away Saturday, April 11, 2020 at his home.
 
SURVIVORS:
2 daughters & sons-in-law: Kathy & Richard Edwards of South Carolina, Kimberly & Brian Franklin of Campbellsville
1 son: Bruce Lile of Greensburg
3 Grandchildren: Erin Hodges of Campbellsville, Jordan Druin of Greensburg, and Keaton Druin & wife Kendra of Glasgow
5 Great-grandchildren: Owen Hodges, Knox Hodges, Beckham Hodges all of Campbellsville, Kasen Druin of Greensburg, Mahala Druin of Glasgow
1 niece & nephew: Shelia Lile of California and Joseph D. Lile, Jr. of West Virginia
 
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The funeral service will be private with burial in Bethlehem Cemetery.
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Bethlehem Cemetery, which can be made through the funeral home.
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements. 
 

EULA WRIGHT, 90, GREENSBURG

 
Eula Elizabeth Dangerfield Wright, 90, of Greensburg, KY, daughter of the late George Robert Suddles Dangerfield and Mary Alice McFelia Dangerfield, was born on Friday, February 28, 1930 in Green County and departed this life on Sunday, April 12, 2020 at her home. 

She had made a profession of faith in Christ, was a member of the Greensburg Baptist Church where she was a former Sunday School Teacher, and the Sunday School Class Treasurer. She was a retired Machine Operator for Fruit of the Loom, Inc. after 35 1/2 years of service. She was also a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary and a member of the Women's Missionary Union (W.M.U). 
 
SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Lynn Wright Curry of Greensburg
Two granddaughters: Erika Sprowles & husband Randy, and Allison Simpson all of Campbellsville 
1 great-granddaughter: Ava Kate Sprowles of Campbellsville
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The funeral service will be private.  
 
Burial: Greensburg Cemetery
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 
While still abiding by the State mandates, the family has chosen DRIVE-BY VIEWING for Mrs. Eula Wright to be conducted behind Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home on Wednesday from 1:30pm-2:30pmCT. EVERYONE MUST REMAIN IN THEIR VEHICLES WHILE PASSING AND PAYING THEIR RESPECTS TO THE WRIGHT FAMILY.  
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Gideon Bible Fund or the American Cancer Society, which can be made through the funeral home.
 

CHERIE GREER, 61, GREEN CO.

 

Cherie Greer, 61, was born March 12, 1959 in Shelby County, KY to the late Arvin Sampson and Evelyn Peach Sampson. She departed this life Monday, April 13, 2020 at Grandview Nursing and Rehab.
 
Cherie had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Christian faith. She was a homemaker. 
 
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by 2 sisters: Brenda Reece and Dorothy Kelly.
 
SURVIVORS:
2 daughters: Melissa Cherie Hayes & husband Matthew and Michelle Lynn Jeffries & husband John, all of Greensburg, KY
1 brother: Doyle Thomas Sparrow of Louisville, KY
 
Due to COVIC-19 Pandemic and executive order by Kentucky Governor Beshear, the services for Mrs. Cherie Greer will be conducted privately with Bro. Harold Hayes officiating, burial will follow in the Whitlock-Jeffries Cemetery. 
 
Honoray Pallbearers: Ronnie Jeffries and the Grandview Rehabilitation Staff
 
Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
 
Online Condolences: www.fostertolercurry.com
 

DELANO SHIPP, 78, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Delano Shipp, 78, of Campbellsville, KY son of the late Emmitt Shipp and Teresa Viola Caulk Shipp was born October 19, 1941 in Marion County, KY. He died at 11:11 P.M., Sunday, April 12, 2020 in Campbellsville. 
 
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Washington Baptist Church. He retired after approximately thirty-nine years of service from the knitting room of Fruit of the Loom in both Campbellsville and Jamestown. Delano loved farming and talking to people; he never met a stranger.
 
He united in marriage to Betty Sue Hash August 3, 1968.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife: Betty Sue Shipp of Campbellsville
3 sisters: Kathleen Perkins of Campbellsville, Judy Harvey and husband, Carey of Glasgow and Barbara Hunt of Ft. Walton Beach, Florida
Special friend: Jimmy Skaggs of Campbellsville
Several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends
 
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AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: Mt. Washington Baptist Church Cemetery
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO MT. WASHINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH OR THE CEMETERY FUND AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

DONALD WALTER BEAMS, 81, LOUISVILLE (GREEN CO. NATIVE)

 
Donald Walter Beams, 81, of Louisville, KY (native of Greensburg, KY) passed away Thursday, April 9, 2020 in Louisville.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife of 61 years: Betty Mae Vance Beams of Louisville.
1 daughter: Gail Cason
1 grandson: John Kory Cason
2 brothers & 3 sisters-in-law: Carl & Brenda Beams of Greensburg, KY; Cleadus & Shelia Beams of Hodgenville, KY; Verlam Jean Beams of Louisville, KY
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Burial and funeral services will be private. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. 
 
Arch L. Heady & Son, Taylor Blvd in Louisville in charge of the arrangements.
 
For more information concerning this obituary locally, contact Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg.
 

VERLIS "SHORTY" BLOYD, 82, GREEN CO.

 
Verlis "Shorty" Bloyd, 82, of Greensburg, KY, son of the late Bro. James Harvey "J.H." Bloyd and Dora Bird Moran Bloyd, was born March 10, 1938 in Green County, KY and departed this life on Friday, April 10, 2020 at his home. 
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and attended the Bethlehem Baptist Church. He was also a self-employed cattle buyer and farmer.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife: Loyce Faye Judd Bloyd of Greensburg
Two sons and a daughter-in-law: Tony and Tinkie Bloyd of Campbellsville, and Todd Bloyd of Greensburg, KY
Two grandchildren: Chynna ReiAnn Bloyd, and Chance McKinney Bloyd both of Campbellsville, KY
A brother and sister-in-law: Bro. Gleason and Barbara Bloyd of Greensburg, KY
A sister and brother-in-law: Wanda and Bro. Leo Curry of Greensburg, KY
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Private services will be held. 
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY is in charge of arrangements.
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Gideon Bible Fund or the Bethlehem Cemetery Fund, which can be made at the funeral home.
 

WADE FOX, 52, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Wade C. Fox, 52, the son of Mildred L. (Ballard) Fox of Louisville, KY and the late William T. Fox, was born June 8, 1967 in Louisville and departed this life on Thursday, April 9, 2020 in Campbellsville, KY at his home after a battle with ALS. 
 
He was a former construction worker and did home remodeling and he was of the Christian Faith. He loved the ocean, relaxing on the beach and family and friends.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife: Cheri (Burba) Fox of Campbellsville
Mother: Mildred L. Fox, Louisville, KY
2 children: Benjamin Wayne Berdina and Samantha Elizabeth Noe
3 sisters: Millicent Baker & Monica S. Fox both of Louisville, KY; Melody Ann Nall of Indiana
1 brother: William C. Fox of Louisville
3 grandchildren: Kaleb Becka, Mason Noe and Eli Noe 
A host of other relatives
 
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 in Campbellsville in charge of arrangements.
 

TRAVIS EDWARD PAYNE, 77, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Travis Edward Payne, 77, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Sam W. and Mayme (Rayley) Payne, was born February 10, 1943 in Marion County, KY and departed this life on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 in Lexington at the UK Medical Center. 
 
He was a former boat builder and a painter and was of the Christian Faith. Travis was a Veteran having served in the 82nd Airborne of the United States Army.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife: Anna (Bright) Payne of Campbellsville
1 son: Travis “TJ” Payne, Jr and wife Debbie of Campbellsville
4 grandchildren: Tyler Payne, Jaclyn Ellis and husband Austan, Veronica “Ronnibeth” Payne and Colby Payne
1 great-grandchild: Charlotte Ann “Charlie” Ellis
1 niece: Charlotte Gribbins & husband David
 
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a son: Jason Eric Payne on July 21, 2012, and a brother: Charles Russell Payne.
 
Travis will be laid to rest in the Old Liberty Cemetery at Bradfordsville, KY.
 
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.
 

DANNY PAUL ATWOOD, 71, GREEN CO.

 
Danny Paul Atwood, 71, of Greensburg, KY, son of the late Eugene Vernon Atwood and Everene Followell Atwood, was born on Thursday, May 6, 1948 in Marion County, KY and departed this life on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at his home. 
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a farmer. Mr. Atwood was also a Vietnam War Veteran having served in the United States Army.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife of 47 years, Nancy Newton Shively Atwood of Greensburg, having united in marriage on May 20, 1972; 2 sons and a daughter-in-law: Wesley Atwood, Richard "Bubba" & Brandi Atwood all of Greensburg; 4 grandchildren: Tyler Atwood, Libby Atwood, Parker Atwood, and Jensen Atwood all of Greensburg; two great-grandchildren: Preston Atwood and Luxton Atwood both of Greensburg; two brothers and three sisters: Manley Atwood of Campbellsville, Vernon Atwood, Patricia Adams both of Florida, Sandra Jeffries of Greensburg, and Eva Thompson of Campbellsville; a host of other relatives and friends.
 
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Cremation was chosen. No formal services. Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg in charge of the arrangements.
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Gideon Bible Fund, which can be made through the funeral home.
 
For online condolences log onto: www.cowherdandparrott.com or Facebook.
 

DAVID MICHAEL KELLY, 63, METCALFE CO.

 
David Michael "Mike" Kelly, 63, of Metcalfe County, KY son of the late Leroy Kelly and Shirley Posey Kelly, was born December 30, 1956 and departed this life on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at T.J. Samson Hospital in Glasgow, KY. 
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Fry Baptist Church. He was also a retired Leadman for Dart Containers.
 
SURVIVORS: 
Wife of 38 years, Sherri Elaine Squires Kelly of Metcalfe County, having united in marriage on November 27, 1981
2 daughters and sons-in-law: Amanda & Jason Patterson and Rebecca & Joshua Pruitt all of Green County
Mother-in-law:  Ruth Sullivan of Greensburg
4 grandchildren: Canden Patterson, Abigail Patterson, Audrey Pruitt, and Oliver Pruitt all of Green County
1 sister and brother-in-law: Rita Kelly Brown & Bill Brown of Metcalfe County
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While still abiding by the State mandates, the family has chosen DRIVE BY VIEWING for David Michael "Mike" Kelly to be conducted BEHIND Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home on Saturday, April 11, 2020 between the hours of 10:00am & 12:00pmCT. EVERYONE MUST REMAIN IN THEIR VEHICLES WITH PASSING AND WHILE PAYING THEIR RESPECTS TO THE KELLY FAMILY.  
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the family burial fund, which can be made through the funeral home.
 

TONY RAY SALLEE, 48, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Tony Ray Sallee, 48, of Campbellsville, KY was born in Marion County on January 14, 1972 to Mrs. Frances (Tungate) and the late Mr. Sherman Sallee. He departed this life on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at his home. 
 
He was a former truck driver, most recently pulling for Rogers Trucking, and was a roofer. Mr. Sallee loved family time, and enjoyed fishing and camping. He was a talented cook, but enjoyed his time on the road as well.
 
SURVIVORS:
Mother: Frances Henry of Campbellsville
1 daughter: Cindy Sallee
2 brothers: Carl Scott Cowan and wife Diane of Greensburg, and Ronald Lee Cowan of Bedford
A host of half-siblings, cousins, and other relatives and friends
 
Mr. Sallee 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.
 

SALLY DOBSON WELLS, 89, GREENSBURG

 
Sally Dobson Wells, 89, of Greensburg, KY daughter of the late Edward G. Dobson and Elizabeth Stearman Dobson, was born on Monday, January 26, 1931 in Green County and departed this life on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at her home. 
 
She had made a profession of faith in Christ, was a long time member of the Greensburg Baptist Church where she played organ and piano. She was also a former office clerk for the late Dr. Denver Wells' Optometrist Practice.
 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Denver Wells, on December 8, 2004 having united in marriage on March 31, 1956.
 
SURVIVORS:
1 son & daughter-in-law: Mark & Glenda Wells of Alabama
2 daughters & sons-in-law: Elizabeth "Libby" & Steve Carmichael of Lawrenceburg; Sara & John Francis of Lexington
5 grandchildren: Seth Carmichael, Zachary Carmichael & wife, Allie, Katy Carmichael, Jonathan Fancis, & Emily Francis
1 brother: William Dobson of Louisville
2 special caregivers: Myrna Quisenberry and Dean Hudgins
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Private services will be held.  
 
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Greensburg Baptist Music Department or the Taylor County SPCA, which can be made through the funeral home.
 

JAMES ELMORE, 77, SUMMERSVILLE

 
James Elmore, 77, of Summersville, KY passed away Friday, April 3, 2020 at the Jane Todd Crawford Hospital in Greensburg, KY. He was born June 10, 1942 in Green County, KY son of the late Elvie Elmore and Mary Alice Warren Elmore.   
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ, was a member of the Living Word Faith Center and was a farmer.
 
SURVIVORS: 
2 sisters: Alene Loyall and Betty Milby both of Summersville
Special nieces & nephews: Lois Jean Milby, Shirley Faye Milby, Ricky Loyall, and Jerry Loyall all of Summersville.
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Private graveside services will be held.
 
Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
 
The family has ask that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the family burial fund, which can be made through the funeral home. 
 

HELEN SKAGGS, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Helen E. Skaggs of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Ernest Arthur Skaggs and Katie Underwood Skaggs, died at 11:27 A.M. on Friday, April 3, 2020 in Campbellsville.
 
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Saloma Baptist Church. Helen was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom. She united in marriage to Roscoe Skaggs April 1, 1944. He preceded her in death September 15, 1965. She then became both Mom and Dad to her children and was their rock. Helen’s sense of humor and friendliness was admired by her family and many friends.
 
SURVIVORS: 2 sons and 2 daughters: Pat Forbis & husband Lanny and Roscoe Skaggs, Jr., of Campbellsville, Roger A. Skaggs & wife Joyce of Bardstown, and Robin Perry & husband Archie of Tucson, Arizona; 7 grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; 1 brother-in-law, Winsfred Skaggs and 1 sister-in-law, Frances Skaggs of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives & friends.
 
She was also preceded in death by a son, Gordon Skaggs, a daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Allen Lackey, one brother and two sisters: Charles Skaggs, Imogene Shofner and Rosa Marr.
 
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AS MANDATED BY THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL:  Zion Separate Baptist Church Cemetery
 
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO ZION SEPARATE BAPTIST CHURCH CEMETERY OR HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
 

BILL PERKINS, 71, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 

Bill Perkins, 71, of Campbellsville, KY passed away Saturday, April 4, 2020 in Campbellsville. He was son of the late O.R. “Rube” Perkins and Edith Payne Perkins. 
 

He was twice retired from B.I.G. of McDonough, GA. He started with them as Terminal Manager of Bennett Truck Transport and retired the second time with Bennett DriveAway as a Corporate Level Employee, Manager of Business Development in July 2018. Bill served his country honorably being a U.S. Army Vietnam War Veteran of 1969-70. Then as a Try 1 with the local U.S. Army National Guard of Campbellsville, KY ending in 1975. Continuing as local Chairman of Veterans Services for Memorial Day, July 4th, and of course Veterans Day, more recently adding Vietnam Veterans Day, each March 29th. Bill was always ready to help any Veteran and was a life member of The VFW, Post #5910 in Lebanon, KY, and an active member in The American Legion Post #82 of Campbellsville, KY. He was also a Colonel of many years with The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels. His favorite passing of time was trading, riding the Harleys or working at the farm. Bill was of the Baptist Faith and attended Point Pleasant Lighthouse Baptist Church.
 
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, James E. “Sonny” Perkins and a step-nephew, Ricky Caple.
 
SURVIVORS: 
Special Lady Friend: Linda C. Richardson of Bardstown, KY
1 sister: Shirley Perkins Caple and husband Donnie of Plant City, Florida
1 sister-n-law: Ocilla Perkins of Elkhorn, KY
2 nephews: N. Rocky Sprowles of Louisville and Rex M. Perkins and wife Margie of Campbellsville, KY
1 step-niece: Donna Carple of Winter Haven, Florida
 
DUE TO THE EFFORTS TO COMBAT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19 AND RECENT REQUIREMENTS IMPLEMENTED BY THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR ANDY BESHEAR AND THE KENTUCKY BOARD OF EMBALMERS AND FUNERAL DIRECTORS, ALL FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE PERFORMED PRIVATELY. 
 
AUBERRY-GUPTON & CHANDLER FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
 

ELEANOR LOUISE SHARP, 92, GREEN CO.

 
Eleanor Louise Vance Sharp, 92, was born November 1, 1927 in Hardin County, KY to the late Samuel Claude Vance and Carrie Elizabeth Bell Vance. She departed this life Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at Harrodsburg Health and Rehab-Signature in Harrodsburg, KY.
 
She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Greensburg United Methodist Church.  She worked as custodian for Green County School System for many years and was a homemaker.  
 
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death July 26, 2007 by her husband, Claude “Punkin” Sharp.
 
SURVIVORS:
3 sons: Samuel Lewis Sharp & significant other Charlotte Hannigan of Lexington, KY; Donald Joe Sharp of Greensburg, KY; Douglas Howard Sharp & wife Christie of Danville, KY
4 grandchildren: Emily Ann Sharp and Joseph Michael Sharp, both of Colorado; Jase Brendon Sharp of Tennessee; Taylor Blaine Sharp of Danville, KY
 
Due to the COVIC-19 Pandemic and Executive Order by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, the services will be conducted privately with burial in the Greensburg Cemetery. 
 
Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg is in charge of the arrangements.
 
Online Condolences: www.fostertolercurry.com
 

VELMA JEAN HERSHBERGER, 57, GREEN CO.

 
Velma Jean Mast Hershberger, 57, was born August 8, 1962 in Arcola, Illinois to Mary O. Diener Mast of Greensburg, KY and the late Fred Mast. She departed this life, Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at her home in the Summersville Community of Green County, KY.
 
She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Summersville Mennonite Church.  She was a homemaker, a loving mother and grandmother.  She is preceded in death by her father:  Fred Mast and sister-in-law:  Mrs. Tina (Allen) Mast.
 
SURVIVORS
Husband: James Hershberger, owner of Summersville Small Engine
Mother: Mary Diener Mast
6 children: Alvin and Verba Hershberger of Lucas, Ohio; Lisa and Frederich Knepp of Grandview, Texas; Nelson Hershberger of Chicago, Illinois; Josiah Hershberger of Auburn, KY; Ina and Andrew Peachey of Mannsville, New York; Samuel Hershberger of Greensburg, KY
2 grandsons & 2 granddaughters
8 brothers: Kenneth and Esther Mast of Pen-Yan, New York; Allen Mast of Troy, Pennsylvania; Willis and Ruth Mast of Myerstown, Pennsylvania; Olen Mast of Myerstown, Pennsylvania; Vernon and Beth Mast of Heron, Montana; Roger and Faye Mast of Elliotesburg, Pennsylvania; James and Christine of Middleburg, Pennsylvania; Harold and Stacy Mast of Mifflinsburg, Pennsylvania
 
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Due to the Covic-19 pandemic and Executive Order by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, funeral services for Velma Hershberger will be conducted privately with burial in the Summersville Mennonite Church Cemetery.  
 
Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg is in charge of the arrangements.
 
The family is planning to have a memorial service at a later date.
 
Online Condolences: www.fostertolercurry.com
 

DOROTHY RAKES, 72, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 
Dorothy Rakes, 72, of Campbellsville, KY daughter of the late Vernal Henry Rakes and Ruth Mae Rakes, was born February 12, 1948 in Taylor County, KY.  She died Wednesday, April 1, 2020 in Campbellsville.   
 
She was a former school kitchen worker in Florida.
 
SURVIVORS: 1 daughter and 1 son: Patches Bell & husband Daniel of Grovetown, Georgia and Willie Morris & significant other Amy Jarrell of Lawrenceburg; her significant other, Bill Rusnak; 4 grandchildren: Christian Sorrow, Seth Bell, Timothy Morris and Tyler Morris; 5 great-grandchildren; 5 brothers and 5 sisters: Vernal Ray Rakes, Wayne Allen Rakes, David Allen Rakes, Lyle Carl Rakes Joseph Paul Rakes, Ella Mae Rakes, Lucy Lee Rakes, Patricia Ann Malson, Janet Faye Hall and Shelby Jean Clark; several nieces & nephews and many other relatives & friends.
 
She was also preceded in death by 2 sisters: Bonnie Sue Bush and Wilma Lawson.
 
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AT THE REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.
 
BURIAL: TALLOW CREEK CEMETERY
 
DONATIONS REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO FUNERAL EXPENSES.
 
Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
 

LARRY ALLEN CUNDIFF, 65, CAMPBELLSVILLE

 

Larry Allen Cundiff, 65, son of the late Morris and Avon (Turner) Cundiff, was born August 13, 1954 in Adair County, KY and departed this life on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 in Campbellsville at his home. 
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Pitman Valley Baptist Church where he served as the music director. He loved his church, but most of all, he loved the Lord and and shared his passion for music. He was a registered Piano Technician and was the owner of Cundiff and Sons Piano in Campbellsville. He loved hunting, fishing and playing golf and singing in his family quartet known as the Cundiff's.
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife, JoAnn Graham Cundiff;  2 sons: Robbie Cundiff and wife Stephanie and Bradley Cundiff and wife Amanda all of Campbellsville; 7 grandchildren: Austin Cundiff, Jacob Cundiff, Lane Whitley, Raegan Cundiff, Ariel Thompson, Brady Cundiff and Rylie Cundiff; 1 great-grandson: Brooks Cundiff; 1 sister: Patty Gordon and husband Kenny of Campbellsville; 2 nieces: Erika Adams and husband Cody of Campbellsville and Sherri West and husband Eric of Russell Springs; 1 nephew: Adam Gordon and wife Lindsey of Hodgenville and a host of other relatives and friends.
 
Larry will be entombed in the Mausoleum at the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
 
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 in charge of arrangements.
 

WILLIAM TODD HALL, 60, GREENSBURG

 
William Todd Hall, 60, of Greensburg, KY, son of Linda L. Durham Hall of Greensburg and the late William Henry Hall, was born on Tuesday, November 17, 1959 in Glasgow, KY and departed this life on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at his home. 
 
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Greensburg Baptist Church. He was also an contract inspector for OSHA.
 
SURVIVORS: Mother: Linda Durham Hall of Greensburg; 2 sisters: Lisa Flack of Louisville and Tracy Barker of Smith Grove; nieces & nephews: Josh Flack of Louisville, Marka of Illinois, Janice and Edward Price of Greensburg, Carrie and Chris Burgett of Smith Grove, Bobby Barker, Jr. of Georgia, and John Barker and fiance Ashley Whitaker of Hodgenville; 1 great-niece and 2 great-nephews: Avery Price, Max Price, and Henry Burgett; and a host of other relatives and friends.
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There will be private funeral services held for William Todd Hall. Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg in charge of the service arrangements.
 
The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Taylor County Hospital Cancer Center, which can be made through the funeral home.
 
For online condolences log onto: www.cowherdandparrott.com or Facebook.
 

RONNIE SUMMERS, 73, CLEMENTSVILLE

 
Ronald “Ronnie” Lewis Summers, 73, passed away Monday, March 31, 2020 at his home in Clementsville, KY. Ronnie was born May 1, 1946 to Gene and Evelyn (Murphy) Summers. 
 
Ronnie was the 2nd of 5 children. He graduated from Liberty High School in 1963. Ronnie served as Airman 1st class in the U.S. Air Force in the late 60’s. He married his devoted wife of 52 years, Mary Eileen (Goode) Summers, on June 17, 1967 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church. In 1970, Ronnie began his 31-year career at Columbia Gulf Transmission Company. 
 
Ronnie was known to many as the founder and president of the Casey County Pork Producers, which he started in 1985. The Pork Producers building at the Central Kentucky Ag/Expo Center in Liberty bears an honorary plaque with his name and picture on it, extolling his tremendous impact on pork farming in the county. He was a pork and beef farmer, lifelong FFA supporter (awarded an honorary FFA Degree in 1989), a 40+ year Casey County football booster, and a friend to anyone in need. Ronnie was an amazing son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. 
 
SURVIVORS:
Wife, Eileen; 4 sons: Craig (Jennifer), Marshall, Jayme (Gloria), and Darren Summers; 7 grandchildren: Miranda, Ronnie, Presley, Dalton and PJ Summers; Chelsey Skinner; and Zach Grider; 5 great-grandchildren: Hadley, Remi, and Zoey Summers; Marley Skinner; and Autumn Grider; 3 sisters: Gayle Renner, Kathy (Joe) Hatchett, and Katie (Tony) York; and numerous nephews and nieces. 
 
Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, his older brother, Dwight and his beloved grandson, Zach Summers. 
 
Funeral service: Friday, April 3, 2020 at Auberry-Gupton & Chandler Funeral Home in Campbellsville, KY with Father George Otuma officiating
 
Burial: St. Bernard Catholic Church in Clementsville
 
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Zach Summers Memorial Scholarship for Casey County High School students through the Casey County Bank or the Auberry-Gupton & Chandler Funeral Home or to Lifeline Home Health Care. Those wishing to sign the online guest book may do so at www.auberryguptonfh.com.  
 
Under direction of the Office of Governor Andy Beshear and the Kentucky Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors, in effort to combat the spread of COVID-19 all funeral services will be performed privately.
 

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