Lester Albert “Les” Williamson, 74, of Summersville, KY, son of the late Fred and Mary Majtyka Williamson, was born on July 30, 1950 in Gary, Indiana. He departed this life on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville, KY.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and attended Hodges Chapel Church. Mr. Williamson served his Country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After retiring from truck driving, he enjoyed spending time at T-Mart drinking coffee with his friends.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of over 42 years: Shelia Money Williamson of Summersville 

1 daughter & son-in-law: Lindsay & Jami Couch of Tennessee

2 grandchildren: Adalynn Carrie Couch and Jude Benjamin Couch, both of Tennessee

3 sisters: Karen Shepard and Esther Zimmerman both of Indiana, and Eleanor “Dee Dee” Bray of Florida

Brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law: Pat Williamson of Indiana, Shirley & Jerry Bale, and Michael Scott Money all of Summersville, C.E. & Judy Money of Greensburg, and Sharon & Richard Milby of Glasgow

A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends

He was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers-in-law: Jewell Williamson, Frances and Noel Willis, and Ellen and Bart Ahern; and four brothers and one sister-in-law: Fred and Bev Williamson, Dale Williamson, Dan Williamson and Rodney Williamson.

Funeral Service: Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg with Bro. Meryl Young officiating

Burial: Hodges Chapel Cemetery with full military honors by the Marion County Veteran Honor Guard

Visitation: Friday from 5:00pmm-8:00pmCT and Saturday after 7:00amCT at the funeral home

Expressions of sympathy are requested to be made in the form of donations to the Hodges Chapel Cemetery, which can be made at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Scott Money, Jerry Bale, C.E. Money, Clint Bale, Kevin Price, Josh Price and J.K. Frye

Honorary Pallbearer: Richard Milby

Arrangements are under the direction of Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg.
 

Jeremy Ogelvie, 53, of Campbellsville, KY, a son of the late Harold Dean Ogelvie and Linda Lou Daniels Ogelvie, was born July 26, 1971 in Oswego, Illinois. He died at 6:30 P.M., Friday July 25, 2025 in Campbellsville.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. Jeremy was a former employee of TGKY and also worked as a paramedic in Whitesburg, KY. He loved motorcycles, music and his family and was a huge supporter of Toys for Kids.

SURVIVORS:

2 sons: Timothy Ogelvie & wife Amber and Justin Hansford of Campbellsville

1 daughter: McKayla Ogelvie of Campbellsville

Bonus kids special to him: Trenton Harris and Tristian Harris, of Campbellsville

4 grandchildren: Serenity Hansford of Florida, Sofia Ogelvie, Railynn Ogelvie, and Walker Ogelvie of Campbellsville

His grandmother: Loretta Daniels of Hazard, KY

Special friends & family: Lisa & John Harris, Tracey Kately, Bessie Curtis, and Starr Brown

Many other relatives & friends

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FUNERAL SERVICE: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 1:00pmET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Earl Rodgers

BURIAL: Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery

VISITATION: After 10:00amET on Wednesday at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

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

Raymond Alan Morris, 71, of Campbellsville, KY, the son of Robert Alan Morris of Campbellsville and the late Pauline (Williams) Morris, was born May 27, 1954 in Jefferson County, KY and departed this life on Friday, July 25, 2025 at his residence.

He made a profession of faith in Christ and attended the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Columbia. He loved Jesus and sharing about Him with anyone he met. Raymond enjoyed music and played many instruments, including the guitar and Native American flutes. He also loved motor cross racing, gardening, hunting, traveling, and was just a passionate person in general with a warm, fun personality that cannot be easily forgotten.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Bunnie (Knight) Morris of Campbellsville

2 daughters: Krystal Eddleman & husband Shane of Tennessee and Amber Flinchum & husband Jordan of Campbellsville

1 step-daughter: Leah Tucker of Russell Springs

A host of cousins, including Michael Berry and Alan Wheatcroft

Other relatives & many friends

Funeral Service: Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 3:00pmET at L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville with Pastor Brian Hadley officiating. Ccremation will follow the service.

Visitation: After 1:00pmET on Thursday until the time for the service

Honorary Pallbearers: Shane Eddleman, Jordan Flinchum, Jeremy Coe, Josh Brown, Charlie Brown, Michael Berry, and Alan Wheatcraft

L.R. Petty is in charge of arrangements.

Cheryl Lynette Dotson, 39, of Campbellsville, KY, daughter of Darrell and Sherry Dotson, was born on September 24, 1985 in Campbellsville. She departed this life on Friday, July 25, 2025 at Taylor Regional Hospital.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ. Cheryl enjoyed crafts and watching television.

SURVIVORS:

Her parents: Darrell Sr. & Sherry Dotson of Campbellsville

1 brother: Darrell Dotson, Jr. of Campbellsville

A host of other relatives & friends

Funeral service: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 12:00pmCT at Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg with Bro. Blake Jessie officiating

Burial: Mt. Carmel Cemetery

Pallbearers: Darrell Dotson, Jr., David Daugherty, Gary Stillwell, Dale Stillwell and Steve Brewer

Visitation: Tuesday after 10:00amCT at the funeral home

Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg is in charge of the arrangements.
 

Ray Thomas “Tommy” VanArsdale, 86, of Greensburg, KY, son of the late Luther VanArsdale and Lauline Jeffries VanArsdale, was born on October 7, 1938 in the Exie community and departed this life on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at his home. 

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Greensburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church. He was the proud owner of Central Furniture Company that he opened in 1963. His favorite thing to do was to travel the world and go on cruises, where he would bring back trinkets to decorate his and Linda’s home. Tommy traveled to 6 continents and every state in the United States. He was a member of American Legion Rod Lowe Post #124, Greensburg Masonic Lodge F&AM #54, Greensburg Rotary Club, and Green County Country Club. Tommy served our country honorably, having served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, but served no war time.

He was united in marriage to Linda Louise Kessler VanArsdale on June 16, 1961, who preceded him in death on January 4, 2025.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter & son-in-law: Crickett & Paul “Mel” Smith of Greensburg

2 grandchildren: Paul Thomas Smith & Audrie of Richmond and Sydney Smith of Greensburg

1 great-grandson: Xavier Logan Smith of Richmond

1 brother: Robert VanArsdale of Greensburg

1 sister: Rhonda Wright of Greensburg

Special caregivers & friends: Nikki Curry, Annette Bagby, Connie Huston, & Tom “Kool” Akin

A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, & friends

Besides his wife and parents, Tommy was also preceded in death by a sister, Joann VanArsdale; two sisters-in-law: Becky Bell, Era VanArsdale; and a brother-in-law, Wayne Wright.

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Funeral service: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 11:00amCT at Greensburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Bro. Brenson Bishop and Bro. Kevin Brantley officiating

Burial: Greasy Creek Cemetery with full military honors by the Marion County Honor Guard
 

Visitation: Monday, July 28, 2025 from 4:00pm-8:00pmCT and Tuesday after 7:00amCT at Greensburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Greensburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church or Greasy Creek Cemetery Fund which can all be made at the funeral home.

PALLBEARERS: Frank Bell, Josh Bell, Jeff VanArsdale, Bobby Estes, William Lewis Bloyd, Tom Frank

HONORARY PALLBEARERS: The Domino Group, Walt Gorin, Jack Grimsley, Robert Davis, Sid Bowling, Cecil Calhoun, Terry Lile, Tim Thomas, Joe E. Froggett

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

Prunice Delbert Barnett, 81, was born March 29, 1944 to the late Vernon and Nellie Barnett in Hart County, KY. On Thursday, July 24, 2025, God saw fit to call him home at the University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville, KY. 

He professed his faith at an early age at Mount Gilboa Baptist Church in Hart County, KY. Prunice worked as a welder at Kentucky Trailer in Louisville, KY for 30 years. After retirement, he enjoyed spending time at home in his garage no matter the weather. Everyone knew he would be in his garage rain or shine, hot or cold. The garage was his sanctuary, and it became a popular sitting spot for family and friends. If the garage could talk, it would have many stories to tell. Before his health failed him, he would also enjoy mowing his lawn and working on vehicles.

To know Prunice was to love him. He enjoyed teasing and picking on family and friends. He even teased and joked in his final hours. He would always say, "If I didn't like you, I wouldn't pick on you or talk to you".

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers: Farris Barnett and Warren (Tom) Barnett; one sister, Rebecca Garnett; four nephews and two nieces.

SURVIVORS:

His loving wife: Mary (Boo) Barnett of Campbellsville, KY

2 sons: Jeffrey (Anita) Barnett of Columbia, KY and Stacey Groves of Louisville, KY

1 daughter: Tara (Charles) Acklin of Louisville, KY

5 granddaughters & 3 grandsons

A host of nieces, nephews & friends

Funeral Service: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 1:00pmET at L.R. Petty Funeral Home with Rev. Joshua Hale officiating

Burial: Crown Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00amET on Tuesday at the funeral home

L.R. Petty in charge of arrangements.

Vanda Wilson, 63, of Campbellsville, KY, a daughter of the late Roy Curry and Evelyn Bishop Curry, was born September 29, 1961 in Green County, KY. She died at 3:46 A.M., Thursday, July 24, 2025 at her home in Campbellsville, surrounded by her family. 

She professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. Vanda was a retired nursing assistant. She had a passion for animals and was always on the lookout to rescue any animal she saw in need. Vanda loved her grandbabies and they affectionately called her “Nana.”

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 35 years: Terry Wilson of Campbellsville

2 sons: Allen Whitehead of Campbellsville and Evan Graves & wife Vanessa of Covington

2 daughters: Amanda Caffee & husband Robert and Latisha Dulworth of Campbellsville

6 grandchildren: Cody Ray, Ava Caffee, Nathan Ray, Allison Whitehead, Danika Graves and Wayne Graves

1 brother: Willie John Curry of Tucson, Arizona

Several nieces & nephews

Many other relatives & friends

Vanda was also preceded in death by four brothers and one sister: Danny Curry, Lonzo Curry, Herman Curry, Jerry Curry and Hazel Hollins

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FUNERAL SERVICE: Monday, July 28, 2025 at 1:00pmET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Leslie Jewell

BURIAL: Bishop Family Cemetery

VISITATION: After 10:00amET on Monday at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO TAYLOR COUNTY SPCA AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

L.R. Petty in charge of arrangements.

Larry George Williams, 76, of Campbellsville, KY was born February 15, 1949 in Taylor County, KY to the late George Thomas Williams and Allene Cowherd Williams. He departed this life peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at his home.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and joined First Baptist Church of Campbellsville at an early age. He was a barber and served 20 years in the Army as an Intelligence Analyst for NATO. After retiring from the military, he worked at Cox Interior for 15 years. He enjoyed being outside mowing grass, working in his garage and hanging out with his friends. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Wanda Webb.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Wendy Ford Williams

2 sons: Shonnery George Williams (JoVonna) of Grand Blanc, Michigan and Kelly C. Williams of Campbellsville, KY

1 daughter: Lorry Anne Pinkston (Antwon) of Louisville, KY

3 grandchildren: Amiah Williams, Nadia Pratt and Zaria Pinkston

1 sister: Rebecca Ann Henry (James) of Oswego, Ill

Aunt: Sophia Greene of Newport News, Virginia

Mother-in-Law: Mary Ann Ford of Louisville, KY

A host of other relatives & friends

Graveside Service: Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Green County Memory Gardens in the Summersville Community of Green County with Dr. O.B. Ford officiating, with full military honors by the Marion County Veteran’s Honor Guard

Visitation: Thursday from 9:00am-12:30pmCT at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg

Pallbearers: William Hazelwood, Eddie Hazelwood, Otis McDowell, Antwon Pinkston, Danny Curry, Robert Salone

Honorary Pallbearers: James Caldwell, Kenneth Fisher, Wayne Groves

Online condolences: fostertolercurryfh@gmail.com

Bert Shively, 74, of Greensburg, KY was born March 12, 1955 in Taylor County, KY to the late Dempsey Edward and Mary Margaret Jones Shively. He departed this life on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville, KY.

Bert had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Jacob Grove Baptist Church in Summersville. He was employed with Lee’s Famous Recipe in Greensburg for over 30 years and worked at Green County High School as a custodian for 16 years.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Lucille Thornton; three sisters: Valeria Shively, Shearion Johnson, and Jerri Phillips; and two brothers: Kenneth and Steve Shively.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Carolyn Thornton Shively of Greensburg

3 daughters: Candace Thornton of Greensburg; Tracy Page and her husband Jimmy of Summersville, KY; and Aurra Griffith of Louisville, KY

1 sister: Sandra Shively of Campbellsville, KY

2 grandchildren: Jalen and JeRon Thornton of Lexington, KY

A host of nieces, nephews, cousins & many friends

Funeral Service: Monday, July 28, 2025, at 11:00amCT at Foster-Toler Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY

Burial: Green County Memory Gardens in Summersville

Visitation: Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Foster-Toler Curry Funeral Home from 5:00pm-8:00pmCT and Monday after 7:00amCT 

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy be donations to the Gideon Bible Fund and these can be made at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Jalen Thornton, JeRon Thornton, Greg Thornton, Bennie Percell, Zachary Shively, and Corey Hancock

Honorary Pallbearers: Dewayne Thornton, Donnie “Squirrel” Williams, Maurice Shively, Jason Shively, Billy Gene Mitchell, Earl Barnett, Keenan Bell, and Bill “Stopper” Richardson

Online condolences: fostertolercurryfh@gmail.com

Conrad Ford, 83, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Dewey Ford and Lottie Mae Callahan Ford, was born January 16, 1942 in Taylor County, KY. He died at 7:17 A.M., Tuesday, July 22, 2025 in Campbellsville. 

He professed faith in Christ. Conrad was a retired mechanic.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 63 years: Alma Waymon Ford of Campbellsville

1 son & 3 daughters: Greg Ford & wife Margaret of Catawba, North Carolina, Trena Lile & husband Marty of Campbellsville, Rhonda Amburn & husband William of Pine Hall, North Carolina and Kim Grooms & husband Rob of Plainfield, Illinois

8 grandchildren: Shana Lile, Jeremy Lile, Holly Smith, Jack Grooms, Gregory Allen Ford, Justin Ford, Adam Ford and Sandon Ford

8 great-grandchildren

1 brother & 2 sisters: Lyndsey Ford, Anna Gillock and Wanda Pike, all of Campbellsville

Several nieces & nephews

Many other relatives & friends

He was also preceded in death by three brothers: John Ford, Mac Ford and Bobby Joe Ford.

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FUNERAL SERVICE: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 1:00pmET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Raymond Hollins

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

VISITATION: After 10:00amET on Tuesday at the funeral home

Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Margaret Lee Helm, 86, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at Grandview Nursing Home in Campbellsville. She was born on October 9, 1937 in Merrimac, KY to Jeffie Minor Helm and Joe Helm, both deceased.

She was the third of eight girls; Annetta Parker Putnam, Mary Evelyn Graham, Barbara Jean Helm, Brenda Jo Helm and Sarah Ann Root, all deceased.

SURVIVORS:

2 sisters: Linda Lou Christerson and Marcia Dean Cheatham (Louis)

2 grandsons: Stevie Malone and Jeffery Helm

3 granddaughters: Mary Uberto, Breanna Uberto and Linda Uberto

1 great-granddaughter: Caitlyn Malone

3 great-grandsons: Tyson Helm, B.J. Helm, & Connor Malone

She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Vickie Sue Uberto.

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FUNERAL SERVICE: Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 1:00pmET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by John Christerson

BURIAL: Tallow Creek Cemetery

VISITATION: After 11:00amET on Saturday at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

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

Fred Mitchell Wright, 91, of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late George William Wright and Zelma Moran Wright, was born June 13, 1934 in Green County, and departed this life on Friday, July 18, 2025 in Campbellsville. 

Mr. Wright was a veteran of the United States Army and a former employee of Durhams Hardware in Green County and Parker-Kalon, where he worked from 1965 to 2000. He loved gardening, farming, raising cattle, and taking Sunday drives.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Eunice Montgomery Wright, his step-mother, Lucille Sweeney, three siblings: Dorothy Judd, Homer Shively Wright, and Garland Wright, and a step-brother, Jessie Peppers.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Connie Wright of Campbellsville

2 grandchildren: Mitchell Wright of Campbellsville and William Wright of Hawaii

1 brother: Jerry Wright (Jeanie)

4 sisters: Peggy Montgomery, Judy Reynolds (Jerald), Nancy Sue Newton, and Ruby Kay Jessie (Wayne)

1 step-sister: Margarette Perkins

Funeral Service: Friday, July 26, 2025 at 1:00pmET at L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel in Campbellsville, KY with Bro. Steve Orr officiating 

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

Visitation: After 11:00amET on Friday at L.R. Petty Funeral Home

Memorials are suggested to be made as donations to the Funeral Expense Fund and can be given at the funeral home or by clicking the “donations” tab on the lrpetty.com website.

Raymond Eugene McKinney, 88, of the McKinney Corner community of Green County, KY, son of the late Alton and Mary Lizzie Meadows McKinney, was born on July 24, 1936 in Green County. He departed this life on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at TJ Samson Hospital in Glasgow, KY.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and attended Mt. Lebanon Methodist Church. Mr. McKinney was an employee of Taylor County RECC for over 47 years, and a farmer.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice “Beady” Williams McKinney, on October 16, 2022, having united in marriage on August 18, 1956.

SURVIVORS: 

2 daughters & sons-in-law: Cathy & Danny Patterson and Cindy & Johnny Houk, of Green County

1 son & daughter-in-law: Kelly & Cindy McKinney of Green County

11 grandchildren: Farrah & Chris Pruitt, Tarrah & Ben Johnson, Tina & David Judd, Andrea and Derek Underwood, Danielle & Nick Wright, John & Jennifer Houk, Krissy & Tyler Bruner, Cody & Emily McKinney, Jody McKinney & fiancé Sarah, Courtney & Ben Hamilton, and Ryen Cox

27 great-grandchildren: Sophie, Max, Londyn, Jack, Riley, Micah, Rhys, Ryker, Savanna, Makayla, Ava, Skyler, Taylor, Xander, Braylee, Braxton, Braden, Remmi, Knox, Charlie, McKenzie, Carter, Carly, Bryleigh, Levi, Lilyana, Lia, Guinevere, Conleigh and Kingston

1 great-great grandson: Carson Kemp

A host of other relatives & friends

Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by two great-grandchildren: Aiden Wright and Hunter Mings; his siblings: Vallie Wallace, Robert McKinney, Ray McKinney, Roy McKinney, Ralph McKinney and Rex McKinney; and one step-grandson, Scott Cox.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:00pmCT at Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg with Bro. Joe Wilcoxson, Bro. Jason Patterson and Rev. Godfrey Jackson officiating

Burial: Greasy Creek Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Wednesday 

Expressions of sympathy are requested to be made in the form of donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Gideon Bibles, both of which can be made at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Kelly McKinney, Jody McKinney, Cody McKinney, Tyler Bruner, Nick Wright, John Houk and Chris Pruitt

Honorary Pallbearers: Retired and Current Employees of RECC

Arrangements are under the direction of Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg.
 

James Kevin Wright, 62, of Summersville, KY, son of Jamie Mae (Jaggers) Wright and the late Bernie Edward “Buddy” Wright, was born in Ft. Carson, Colorado on December 10, 1962. He departed this life on Sunday, July 20, 2025 in Lexington, KY at the University of Kentucky Hospital.
 

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was non-denominational in his beliefs. Mr. Wright was a talented bodyman and was the owner of Wright’s Rebuildables. If you knew him, you loved him – and he knew many, many people. His genuine kindness and good heart glued his family together, and that love will continue to hold them together.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Tracy (Webb) Wright

His mother: Jamie Wright

3 children: Christa Wright & companion Robert Johnston, Jacob Warf & companion Jill Christian, and Paige Warf & companion Joseph Dye

2 siblings: Michael Wright and Shelia Cecil

12 cherished grandchildren: Madison Kelley, Meghan Santiago, Addy Wright, Aiden Forbes, Lilly Hicks, Logan Pulley, Bryson Johnston, Karma Dye, Emma Stevenson, Reylee Johnston, Kevin Cole Dye, and Sophia Stevenson

3 great-grandchildren

5 sisters-in-law: Karen Pulley & husband Mike, Vickie Webb, Alicia Webb, Barbara Boils & husband Gillis, and Sissie Bennett & husband Eugene

Countless other extended family members & friends

Funeral Service: Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM EDT (12:00 PM CDT) in the chapel of L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY

Burial: Aetna Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

Visitation: The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, July 23, from 10:00 AM EDT (9:00 AM CDT) until time for the service

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the funeral expenses. Those can be made in person at the funeral home, or online through the “Donations” tab on the lrpetty.com website.
 

Jesse Shelton “John” Smothers, 80, of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late Jesse and Lillian (Gribbins) Smothers, was born July 9, 1945 in Marion County, KY and departed this life on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at his home.

John made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Faith Union Baptist Church. He was a Veteran, having served in the United States Army National Guard and was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom and a bus driver for the Taylor County School System.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters: Ricky Smothers, Nancy Lemmon and Dorothy Newton.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Dianne Kay (Bradshaw) Smothers of Campbellsville

1 daughter: Eleasia Radcliff & husband Chris of New Castle, Indiana

1 son: Mark Smothers of Campbellsville

1 sister: Geneva Persun of Magnolia

8 grandchildren: Dustin Ibarra (Kaleb), Dalton Smothers, Alyssa Wethington (Dustin), Melina Smothers, Samuel Smothers, Nicholas Radcliff (Sarah Jo), Colton Radcliff (Rosie) and MacKenzie Radcliff

1 great-grandson: Ryan Wethington

A host of other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 11amET in the chapel of L.R. Petty Funeral Home with Bro. Donnie Warren and Bro. Nathan Rayburn officiating

Burial: Brookside Cemetery with Military Honors

Visitation: Monday, July 21, 2025 from 5-8pmET at the funeral home

L.R. Petty in charge of the arrangements.

Michael Paxton Ennis, 73, a son of the late Paul Henderson Ennis and Nellie Graves Paxton, was born on February 13, 1952 in Greensburg, KY and departed this Earth on Saturday, June 28, 2025.

Mr. Ennis was a proud veteran, loving father & grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and a deeply loyal friend. He passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of patriotism, laughter, friendship, and unconditional love to all he knew.

Mike never met a stranger and was always the first to share a smile or strike up a conversation. He lived to laugh and made sure everyone around him did too. A true storyteller and a one-of-a-kind character, he found joy in the simplest things.

A proud U.S. Army veteran and longtime member of the American Legion, Mike loved his country and served it with honor. He played taps for countless veterans over the years in honor of their service — a gesture that spoke to the deep respect he carried for those who served.

Mike was lovingly known to those closest to him as “Ukie,” a nickname that carried with it decades of mischief, humor, and affection. His friendships meant the world to him, and many of his closest friends had been by his side since childhood.

He spent much of the latter part of his life as a truck driver, traveling across the U.S., stopping in to see friends and family along the way, and sharing his adventures through pictures. He also had a fierce love for The Eagles and Kentucky Wildcats basketball - he proudly bled blue; in his own words, he was “allergic to red.”

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Margaret Casey “Ennis” Sprabary & husband Chris Sprabary

1 son: Walsh Ennis of Ponder, Texas

2 grandsons: Jay Guajardo and Nash Sprabary of Ponder, Texas

1 brother: Larry Ennis & wife Beverly

2 nieces: Jackie Knipp & husband Jeff, and Jamie Ennis

Several special great nieces & nephews

A lifetime of dear friends who were like family

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Adolphus & Vera Ennis; and his maternal grandparents, Creed & Olive Paxton.

Mike’s life was full of sincerity, humor, and love — and his quiet faith in Jesus carried him through life’s highs and lows. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Dad’s wishes were to be cremated and brought home to Green River in lieu of a formal service. A Celebration of Life will be held at the American Legion Hall in Greensburg, KY on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 1:00pmCT for all who knew and loved my sweet daddy.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, please share a meal with someone you love, help someone in need, or pay kindness forward. Donations can also be made in his honor to positively impact the lives of veterans at: www.mylegion.org.

With love,

Casey, Walsh & Family

Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg is assisting the family with local arrangements.

Kevin Ray Cox, 62, of the Mac community of Taylor County, KY, son of JoAnn Houk Rattliff and the late Jerry Ray Cox, was born on June 7, 1963 in Campbellsville, KY. He departed this life on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at his home.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and recently rededicated his life to the Lord. Kevin was a member of Mt. Roberts Baptist Church.

Kevin was a highly skilled mechanic for many years. He was well seasoned at his job and highly trusted by his customers. Kevin owned his own shop and enjoyed traveling around the community to work on equipment for his buddies. Kevin’s biggest fan, his dog Max, traveled many miles together. It was very likely that if you seen Kevin out, Max was by his side.

Kevin had a passion for dirt track racing and working on race cars. He considered it an honor and privilege to be able to serve as a crew chief in racing. Besides being a mechanic, working on race cars, and his dog Max, Kevin’s biggest pride and joy was his son, Jonah.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Jonah Ray Cox (Christina) of Campbellsville

His mother: JoAnn Rattliff of Greensburg

1 sister & brother-in-law: Tammy & David Thompson of Greensburg

1 brother & sister-in-law: Todd & Anissa Cox of Greensburg

Niece: Davi Lynn Thompson (Philip) of Greensburg

A host of other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11:00amCT at Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg with Bro. Wilburn Bonta officiating

Burial: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
 

Visitation: Thursday, July 10, 2025 from 4:00pm-8:00pmCT and Friday after 7:00amCT at the funeral home

Expressions of sympathy are requested to be made in the form of donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the Ronald McDonald House Charities, or the American Diabetes Association, any of which can be made at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: David Corbin, Alan Milby, Doug Underwood, Mickey Underwood, Mark Underwood, Mitchell Clark and Mark Smothers

Honorary Pallbearers: Mac Community Buddies and Dirt Track Racing Family

Arrangements are under the direction of the Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg.

Betty Lou Carman Perry, 75, of Greensburg, KY, daughter of the late Russell and Evelyn Ruth Compton Carman, was born on December 21, 1949 in Hardinsburg, KY. She departed this life on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at her home.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and attended Pickett’s Chapel Church. Ms. Perry owned and operated an assisted living care home for several years.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: John Perry

1 daughter & son-in-law: Renee & Peewee Lucas

3 grandchildren: Macy Rucker, Braxsten Lucas and Lakietha Lucas

1 great-grandchild: Colt Yates

3 sisters & 2 brothers: Patsy Hall, Dellie Ford, Anna May Sosh, Jimmy Carman and Bussy Carman

A host of other relatives & friends

She was preceded in death by one daughter, Rebecca Ramsey.

Graveside Service: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 12:00pmCT at the Locust Hill Church Cemetery in Breckenridge County, KY

Pallbearers: John Perry, Braxsten Lucas, Peewee Lucas, Mike Lee, Eddie Wayne, Jeremy Shuffett and Neil Mattingly

Arrangements are under the direction of Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg.

MayDean Curry, 92, of Campbellsville, KY passed from this life on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Bluegrass Way Senior Living, where she was surrounded by her family and friends, both in person and in spirit. She was born on February 25, 1933 in Green County, KY to Lonnie and Evie Thompson Atwell.

She was the baby of twelve children and we never tired of hearing the stories of the antics with her brothers and sisters. MayDean’s parents and all of her siblings have gone home to be with the Lord and we have faith that they are having a wonderful Atwell reunion in heaven!

On March 10, 1955 MayDean married the love of her life, Kendell Curry in Green County, KY. Kendell and MayDean were married for 56 years when Kendell passed away on October 31, 2010.

MayDean traveled through life with a humble servant’s heart. She was a servant leader, perhaps even prior to the term being coined. And, in her understated and unassuming way, MayDean positively impacted her community and church through sharing both talent and time. She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church, joining when she and Kendall moved to Campbellsville in 1962. She participated in WMU, children’s Sunday School, Young at Heart and a multitude of church committees and activities. MayDean was also one of the first members of the Grief Ministry. She organized and prepared hundreds of meals for the family of church members and did so without complaint. She always considered it a way to serve her Lord through sharing a meal. She often shared laughter and tears with the family members and always shared God’s love.

MayDean possessed an unshakeable faith and eternal optimism. She believed in brighter days ahead, and in God’s goodness and His ultimate plan, which she relentlessly held onto in times of joy, times of struggle, and during all the seemingly ordinary days in between. She was, and will continue to be, a shining example to us and to all those whose paths she crossed.

SURVIVORS:

2 children: Michael (Barbara) Curry of Pinehurst, NC and Tammy (Konrad) Bents of Edgar, WI

3 grandchildren: Chris (Diana) Curry of Independence, KY, Taylor (Tom) Neary of Washington, DC, and Natalie Curry of New York City

3 great-grandchildren: Jacob, Simon, and Rachel Curry of Independence, KY

A host of nieces, nephews, & cousins

Celebration Service: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 11:00amET at Campbellsville Baptist Church by Rev. Mark Price and Dr. Dwayne Norman

Visitation: Monday, July 14, 2025 from 5:00pm-8:00pmET at Parrott and Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville, KY

There will be a private burial in the Pierce Community Cemetery in Green County.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Gideon Bibles or to the Bluegrass Way Senior Living Activities Fund.

Our heartfelt and never ending gratitude goes to Mom’s special friend and caregiver, Judy, who loved her just like her own mother. We would also like to thank the staff at Bluegrass Way Senior Living. Mom received outstanding and truly compassionate care for the past six years while living at Bluegrass Way. The staff and residents became an important part of her family and we witnessed them not only taking care of Mom, but loving her in the process. She loved you all!

Shelbie Jeane Bryant, 86, of Campbellsville, KY, daughter of the late “P.C.” Clark and Catherine Troutman Clark, was born December 13, 1938 in Taylor County, KY. She died at 11:20pmET on Saturday, July 5, 2025 in Campbellsville. 

She professed faith in Christ and was a very active member of Campbellsville First Church of God, where she had held numerous positions in the church. Shelbie Jeane was co-owner and office manager of P.C. Clark Supply in Campbellsville for 53 years.

She united in marriage to Sammie Harrison Bryant on June 28, 1959 and he preceded her in death on October 25, 2018.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Steve “Buckwheat” Bryant & wife China Nolley-Bryant of Campbellsville

1 daughter: Susan Bryant Halliday & husband Duane of Frankfort

2 grandchildren: Drew Bryant & companion Tasha Goodman of Campbellsville and Sarah Bell & husband Jordan of Lexington

12 great-grandchildren

1 sister: Priscilla Thomas & husband Shelby of Lebanon

Several nieces & nephews

Many other relatives & friends

Shelbie Jeane was also preceded in death by a sister, Clementine Clark.

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FUNERAL SERVICE: Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 11:00amET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Evan Tedder

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

VISITATION: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 from 5:00pm-8:00pmET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S RESEARCH HOSPITAL AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

Jeff Davis, 63, of Greensburg, KY passed away on Monday morning, July 7, 2025 at his home. 

Jeff was the owner of Grab-A-Hook Pay Lake & Grill and Circle Music in Greensburg.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Peggy Edwards Davis of Greensburg

2 sons & their wives: Joseph Allen Davis & Matasha of Greensburg and Jason Edward Judd & Britney of Lexington, KY

1 daughter: Kalyn Lashay Davis of Greensburg

Special son: "Derby"

2 sisters: Sherry Davis of Greensburg and Jean Cheatham of Hodgenville

3 brothers: Tom Davis, PeeWee Davis & wife Mary, and Joey Davis & wife Tammy, all of Greensburg

8 grandchildren: Lauren, Jasmine, Annalynn, Reagan, Crosby, Turner, Jordan, and Travis

Funeral Service: Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00amCT at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY

Burial: Double "D" Ranch Cemetery in the Grab community of Green County

Visitation: Friday, July 11, 2025 from 3:00pm-8:00pmCT and Saturday beginning at 7:00amCT

Masonic Service: Friday at 6:00pmCT at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home, conducted by the William B. Allen #704 F&AM Masonic Lodge of Summersville, KY. All Master Masons should meet at 5:00pmCT at the funeral home.

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

Rose Newcomb, 67, of Campbellsville, the daughter of the late Clem Douglas Biggs and Loddie Adele (Ellison) Biggs, was born May 1, 1958 in Campbellsville and departed this life on July 7, 2025 at her home. 

She was a homemaker and farmhand, and was of the Methodist Faith.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Gwendolyn Love.

Survivors include two daughters and a son: Billie Parker and
husband Chris, Anna Mae Newcomb, and David Newcomb and companion Brenda all of Campbellsville; two brothers: Randy Biggs and wife Charlotte and Ronnie Biggs, all of Campbellsville.
Also surviving are seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren
and a host of other relatives and friends
 

The funeral service for Rose Newcomb will be Thursday at 1:00 P.M. at L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Griffin Cemetery at Ebenezer.

Family requests visitation after 11:00 A.M. Thursday until time for the service.
 

John W. Wise, 88, of the Tallow Creek community of Taylor County, KY was born August 16, 1936 in Virginia and departed this life on June 20, 2025 at his home.

He was a veteran, having served in the United States Army.

Survivors include one daughter and one sister.

A graveside service and burial for John W. Wise was held Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 3:30 at the Merrimac Cemetery with full Military Honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard.

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

Gloria Carolyn Callahan, 87, of Elkhorn, KY passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 29, 1938 in Yuma, Kentucky, the eldest daughter of the late Merlin and Pauline Christie.
 

She was united in marriage on December 8, 1956 to Jesse Ray Callahan who preceded her in death on February 7, 2005.

Gloria was a retired employee of Citizens Bank where many in the community knew her working as a teller. She attended Campbellsville Christian Church and was of the Christian faith.

Gloria was a woman of incredible strength, tenacity of spirit, and zest for life. She loved reading, cooking, gardening, and vacationing with Jesse in Florida each fall, where they enjoyed camping and fishing with family at the beach and many meals of freshly caught seafood. During her retirement years, she especially enjoyed her “Sister Trips”, where she and her sisters Marilynn and Sandy travelled together to many exciting places.

Gloria’s family was her pride and joy. Holiday gatherings were her most special times. She loved and was loved deeply by all that knew her. Her sweet presence will be truly missed.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Phillip Callahan & wife Carolyn of Tallahassee, Florida

1 daughter: Carolyn Thomas & husband J.R. of Elkhorn

2 sisters: Marilynn Christie Fusco of Harrisburg, PA and Sandy Christie Sartin of Tallahassee

2 grandsons: Andrew Callahan of Tallahassee and Ben Callahan of Campbellsville

1 granddaughter: Christa Thomas & fiancée Ben Thomas of Raywick

1 great-granddaughter: Celeste Callahan of Tallahassee

4 nieces: Pam Brannon & husband Joe of Tallahassee, Rebecca Fusco of Harrisburg, Francine Neat & husband Don of Columbia, and Connie Cox & husband Ricky of Elizabethtown

4 nephews: David Poore & wife Eva Vermeulen of the Netherlands, John Fusco of San Francisco, Greg Redford & wife Nevis of Columbia, and Terry Redford of Harrodsburg, KY

2 grandnieces: Lauren Breza & husband Jon Meuse of Corvallis, Oregon and Maggie Breza & husband Andrew Butler of Tallahassee

2 grandnephews: David Breza of Tallahassee and Luca Fusco of Harrisburg

Special friend: Yevonne Humphress of Yuma, KY

Other grandnieces & nephews, cousins, and friends

In addition to her parents and husband, Gloria was preceded in death by an infant sister, Diana Christie; a son, Michael Callahan and daughter-in-law, Brenda Callahan of Campbellsville.

Burial: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens following a private family graveside service with Fr. Joseph Holcomb officiating

The family wishes to express their gratitude to the many compassionate folks at Taylor Regional Cancer Center, Green River Hosparus, and L.R. Petty Funeral Home for their extraordinary kindness, care, and support.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that expressions of sympathy be made in the form of donations to Green River Hosparus, the Gideons International, or to the personal charity of choice.
 

Lois Melton, 91, of Campbellsville, KY, daughter of the late E.O. Clark and Olsie Mae Davis Clark, was born June 29, 1934 in Taylor County, KY. She died at 7:54amET on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 in Campbellsville. 

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Freedom Baptist Church. Lois was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville. She enjoyed quilting and doing word search puzzles.

Lois united in marriage to Charles W. Melton on June 14, 1952 and he preceded her in death on January 31, 2011.

SURVIVORS:

2 sons & 1 daughter: Chuck Melton & wife Sharon, Mike Melton & wife Catherine, and Maria Pike of Campbellsville

6 grandchildren: Ronald Melton & wife Sara of Clarksville, Tennessee, Steven Melton & wife Vanessa, Sarah Rexroat & husband Kelly, Andrew Pike & significant other Sydney Cotter, and Tasha Walls & husband Chase of Campbellsville, and Jacob Melton & wife Ali of Nicholasville

12 great-grandchildren: Kyla Melton, Koben Melton, Danielle Wright & husband Clay, Kinley Walls, Catherine Rexroat, Chloe Rexroat, Charlotte Rexroat, Christine Rexroat, Landon Rexroat, Christa Rexroat, Taylor Rexroat, and Cailyn Rexroat

2 great-great-grandchildren: Adrian Torres and Aliyah Torres

5 sisters: Mary Stubbs, Ina Martin, Sharon Robinson, Sara Brockman & husband Jesse, and Emma Sharp & husband Kenneth of Campbellsville

Several nieces & nephews

Mny other relatives & friends

Lois was also preceded in death by a son-in-law, Mark Pike and one brother and two sisters: Larry Clark, Peggy Clark Sublett and Jane Catherine Clark.

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FUNERAL SERVICE: Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 11:00amET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Larry Frisby and Dr. Jay Barnett 

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

VISITATION: After 9:00amET on Saturday at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

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