Obituary Archives

2012A

Following is a list of obituaries that have appeared in The Harrodsburg Herald - January-June 2012. You can search for names by going to the Edit menu - select find - check "match case" - type in the last name of your query in all CAPITAL letters. Use your BACK button to return to the obituary page. Be patient - this is a long file.

 

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More and more, funeral homes out of town are less and less sending obituary information to the local papers, hence… more obits include a note at the bottom that the obit was not included in the issue of the Herald. These obits were taken from other area newspapers and area funeral homes.


 

RALPH ANDERSON

Ralph G. “Pete” Anderson, 77, husband of Rosa B. Williams Anderson, died Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011 at his residence.

Born Feb. 10, 1934 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late Gilbert and Mae Matherly Anderson. He attended the Salvisa School, was an automobile mechanic for  Charlie Carr, Yates & Woodard and other area car dealers, served in the Army National Guard and was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church.

Survivors in addition to his wife include one son, Ralph L. Anderson, of Harrodsburg; a daughter, Brenda A. Jones of Lexington; two sisters, Patsy (Leonard) Steele and Brenda Semones, both of Harrodsburg and one  granddaughter.

He was preceded in death by three sisters, Dorothy Monroe, Mary Louise Cox and Betty Jane Collins.

Graveside services were conducted Saturday, Dec. 31, in Spring Hill Cemetery with Scott Bugg officiating.

Pallbearers were Charlie Parks Sr., Billy R. Semones, Bobby Wilham, Don Billy Yates, Clinton Woodard, Mike Matherly and William Jones.

Sims Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.simsfuneralservices.com.

(HH Thu Jan 5, 2012)

 

MARGARET BARNARD

Margaret “Meg” Barnard, 63, of Harrodsburg, wife of Michael Barnard, died Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011 at her home.

Born May 21, 1948 in Huntington, W.Va., she was the daughter of Launa Ruth (Varney) Littrell and the late Kenneth Littrell. She was a retired teacher and a member of Harrodsburg United Methodist Church, the Kentucky Education Association and Daughters of the American Revolution.

Survivors other than her husband and mother include two daughters, Sarah Gray Nash of Lexington, and Shannon Barnard Riddell of Winchester; three sons, Benjamin Joel Wilson, Mark Edward Wilson and Jonathan Michael Barnard, all of Harrodsburg; one sister, Susan Uminger of Walton; one brother, Kenneth Littrell of Lexington and 12 grandchildren.

Services were held Tuesday, Jan. 3 at the Harrodsburg United Methodist Church with Ken Klemme, Jim Owens and Mark Girard officiating. Burial was in the Lexington Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Ben Wilson, Mark Wilson, Jonathan Barnard, Dana Riddell, Joshua Barnard and Kenneth Littrell. Honorary pallbearers were Robert Nash, Leland Barnard, Glenn Uminger, Dr. James Borders and Dr. Michael Meidler.

Memorial contributions may be sent to the Leah Nash Fund, 5th 3rd Bank, 1580 Leestown Road, MD 738611, Lexington, KY 40511.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Jan 5, 2012)

 

HAZEL DAVENPORT

Hazel R. Davenport, 97, of Harrodsburg, widow of James Davenport, died Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012 the Haggin Memorial Hospital Extended Care in Harrodsburg.

Born July 28, 1914 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Ella Godfrey Royalty. She was a retired seamstress for the former Palm Beach Clothing Company and was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church.

Survivors include three granddaughters, Sharon Gann of Oklahoma City, Okla., Karen Thetford of Broken Arrow, Okla. and Pam Doran of Midwest City, Okla; one brother, Bob Royalty of Harrodsburg and one niece, Joyce Royalty of Lawrenceburg.

Services will be held at  11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 7 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Wayne Spivey officiating. Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Jan 5, 2012)

 

ADDIE FITTS

Addie Velois Sinkhorn Fitts, 90, of Richmond, wife of Rev. Robert O. Fitts, died Saturday, Dec. 31, 2011, in Richmond.

Born Aug. 10, 1921 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late William Chase and Eliza Ann Bailey Sinkhorn. She was a retired teacher in the Bell County School System and was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church. She earned her Master’s Degree from Union College and her Bachelor’s Degree from Pikeville College. She also taught English at the Harrodsburg Baptist Church to Harrodsburg-area Japanese residents.

Survivors in addition to her husband include two daughters, Suzanne Chase Fitts Mantooth of Morehead and Deborah Adams Fitts Condley of Winchester; two sons, Dr. John O. Fitts of Bowling Green and Douglas A. Fitts of Cumberland Gap, Tenn.; two sisters, Betty Sinkhorn Caton of Harrodsburg, and Wilma Sinkhorn Early of Winchester; one brother, William Chase Sinkhorn Jr. of Danville, six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Anna Mae Devine.

Services were held Monday, Jan. 2 at the Harrodsburg Baptist Church with Rev. Don Mantooth officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Clay Condley, Doug Fitts, Jim Thompson, Mark Mantooth, Don Mantooth and John Fitts.  Honorary bearers were her grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Harrodsburg Baptist Church Beyond Measure Fund, 312 S. Main St., Harrodsburg, KY 40330 or to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 123 E. Main St., Morehead, KY 40351.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Jan 5, 2012)

 

DONALD HOCKERSMITH

Donald Lee Hockersmith, 76, of Lawrenceburg died Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at his residence.

He was born May 12, 1935 in Mercer County to the late Ida Mae Douthitt and Calvert William Hockersmith.

Don was a life-long farmer having farmed on Lock Road and his family’s farm on Jenny Lillard Road in Anderson County. He was a member of Sand Spring Baptist Church. He enjoyed singing and playing guitar, horseback riding, water and snow skiing, cycling, and running in 5K’s races.

Don is survived by: his wife of over 56 years, Beverly Ann Royalty Hockersmith; one daughter, Donnya Gayle (Steve) Shryock; two grandchildren, Colleen and Neal Shryock, all of Lawrenceburg; one brother, Marshall (Julie) Hockersmith (Julie) of Salvisa; two sisters, Joyce (Virgil) Hoffman of MT and Carolyn Dierickx (Chuck) of FL.

Including his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Billy Hockersmith.

Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, January 6, at the Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home with John Hockersmith III officiating. Burial will follow in Lawrenceburg Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4 – 8 p.m. Thursday.

Pallbearers will be Steve, Neal and Colleen Shryock, Carroll Morris, Frank Goodlett, Chuck Dierickx, Marshall Hockersmith and Dennis Flygstad.

Honorary bearers will be Allen and Rita Hendren, Doug and Jane Wade, John and Sue Litkenhus, Lee and Gail Steelman, Allen and Beth Glaeser, Jerry and Regina Shely, Ricky and Linda Puckett, Vince and Marilyn DiPrimo.

Memorials are suggested to Hospice of the Bluegrass, 663 Teton Trail, Frankfort, KY 40601.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 5, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

EDWARD HURST

Edward B. Hurst, 79, beloved husband of Betty Faye Hurst, of Lexington, died Saturday December 31, 2011.

He had worked at IBM for 31 years in product testing and retired in 1989.

A native of Bath County, he was the son of the late Otis and Nellie Emmons Hurst.

He enjoyed reading and farming having once owned a small farm. He was a longtime member of Parkway Baptist Church. Edward served in the US Army during the Korean War and was stationed in Germany.

Besides his wife, he is survived by: two sons, Timothy Edward Hurst and Paul Kent (Cathy) Hurst; two grandsons, Lance Christian and Ethan Brooks Hurst; sisters, Carolyn Hollar, Harrodsburg  and Wanda Small, Louisville and several nieces and nephews.

A brother, Arnold Hurst preceded him in death.

Visitation will be after 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Milward-Southland until the Funeral services were conduted at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Januoary 4, by Pastor Jeremy Couture. Burial was in Lexington Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Parkway Baptist Church or Hospice of the Bluegrass.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 5, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

ROBERT MOORE

Robert H. “Bob” Moore, 79, of Lexington, died at home Sunday, January 1, 2012. He was the husband for over 60 years to Martha Foree Moore.

A native of Jessamine County, he was the son of the late Phllip R. Moore, Sr. and Wada Lee Canter Moore.

He was a Naval veteran, serving during the Korean War. Bob built a successful State Farm agency in Mercer County and retired in 1993.

He is also survived by: one daughter, Holly M. (Mark) McCord; grand-daughter, Rachel E. McCord, all of Lexington; former daughter-in-law, Gerinda O'Ryan of Columbus, OH and his special K-9 girl, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by son, Brian C. Moore and brother, Phillip R. Moore, Jr.

In accordance with his wishes, Bob will be remembered by family in a private cremation service.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society or the charity of one's choice.

      Kerr Brothers Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 5, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

CHARLES NOEL JR.

Charles H. Noel Jr., 88, of Lexington, formerly of Harrodsburg, died Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011.

Born July 30, 1923 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late Charles H. and Mollye Frances Whitenack Noel Sr. He was married to the late Mary Boone Dickston Noel of Lexington

He attended Centre College and the University of Kentucky where he was a member of the Phi Delta Beta. He served during World War II in the U.S. Army and owned and operated Noel’s Men’s Clothing Store for many years. He was former president of the Harrodsburg Chamber of Commerce, a charter board member and executive director of the outdoor dramas “Home is the Hunter” and “Legend of Daniel Boone.” He also served as a member of the local industrial development board.

After moving to Washington, D.C., he was a director of the Menswear Retailers of America, executive director of the Suburban Newspapers of America and a member of the National Press Club.

Survivors include two daughters, Mary Elizabeth Noel and Lou Boone Noel, both of Lexington.

Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 26 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Greg Warren officiating.  Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery with military honors.

Pallbearers were Bill Wickliffe, Keith Batterton, Jack Prewitt, Bill

Edwards, Allen Whitenack and Doug Greenburg. Honorary pallbearers were Herb Sledd, Jack Veech, Bob Mayes, Parker and Finley Tapp.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Honor Flight Bluegrass Chapter, P. O. Box 43986, Middletown, KY 40253 or Thomson Hood VA Center, 100 Veterans Dr., Wilmore, KY 40390.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Jan 5, 2012)

 

CATHERINE ROGERS

Catherine Helen "Cappie" Rogers, 86, of Lebanon, passed away Monday, January 2, 2012 at the Loretto Motherhouse Infirmary.

She was born on June 14, 1925 in Marion County.

Mrs. Rogers was a Homemaker and a member of St. Charles Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by: her husband, Harold Rogers (2006); parents, Joseph Lafe and Susan Ethel Robinson Bland; daughter, Eva Sue Brussell; daughter-in-law, Brenda Rogers; granddaughter, Kris Collins; two sisters, Thelma Abell and Tillie Bland; five brothers, Hite, Joe, Albert, Buster, and Thomas (Pete) Bland.

Survivors include: two daughters, Gloria (Ed) Purdom, of Harrodsburg, Tinker Bell (Mike) Miles, of Loretto; three sons, Jimmy (Faye) Rogers, of Louisville, Joe Vern (Pokey) Rogers, of Lebanon and George (Therese) Rogers, of Indianapolis, IN; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 6, 2012 at the St. Charles Catholic Church, officiated by Rev. Jim Graf. Interment will be in St. Augustine Church Cemetery.

Visitations will be held after 4 p.m. Thursday at the Bosley Funeral Home in Lebanon.

A prayer service will be held at 7:00 Thursday evening by Deacon Joe Dant.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 5, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

MAE VANHOOK

Mae Etta Benge VanHook, 72, of Eubank, wife of Don, passed away Monday, January 2nd, 2012 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky.

Mae Etta was born on December 6th, 1939 in Negro Creek, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Syrus Casper Benge and Dessie Mae Brown Benge. On February 9th, 1957 she was united in marriage to Don VanHook.

She enjoyed being with family and friends, canning, gardening and her flowers. She was a part of the Church of God.

Mae Etta is lovingly remembered by: her husband of 54 years: Don VanHook of Eubank; two sons, Donnie VanHook (Vicky) of Stanford and Gary VanHook (Judy) of Somerset; two daughters, Annette VanHook (Chris) of Harrodsburg and Amy Cole (Doug) of Lexington; three brothers, Reggie Benge (Phyllis) of Mt. Vernon, Roger Benge of Nicholasville and Tim Benge of Brodhead; four sisters, Janie Robbins (Chester) of Brodhead, Rita Brumette (Jim) of Gray Hawk, Kathy Denny (Jerry) of Brodhead and Vicki Benge of Brodhead; two aunts, Mary Laswell of Brodhead and Mable Helton of Bryantsville; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors.

Besides her parents, Mae Etta is preceded in death by one daughter, Trudy Benge Todd and one sister, June Faye Benge.

Visitation for Mrs. Mae Etta Benge VanHook will be Wednesday, January 4, 2012 from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Poplar Grove Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, January 5, 2012 at 11 a.m. at the Poplar Grove Baptist Church with Bros. Rick Reynolds and Bradley Goforth officiating. Burial will follow in the Poplar Grove Cemetery.

Casket Bearers will be Jerry Denny, Jim VanHook, Perry VanHook, Kevin Measel, Mark Hamm and Chad Caldwell.

Contributions can be made in her memory to Compassionate Care of Richmond, KY or Poplar Grove Cemetery Fund.

Marvin E. Owens Funeral Home in Brodhead is in charge of arrangements.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 5, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

DAPHYNE WILHAM

Daphyne “Tootie” Wilham, 65, of Harrodsburg, widow of Ronald J Wilham, died Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011 in Harrodsburg.

Born June 7, 1946 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of Dorothie Roberts Price and the late Hezekiah Watts Jr. She was a homemaker and a member of Pioneer Baptist Church.

Survivors in addition to her mother include three daughters, Tina (Brad) Sallee, Rhonda (Ricky) Mobley and Jo (Mike) Savage, all of Harrodsburg; one son, Keith (Becky) Wilham of Harrodsburg; one brother, Darrel Watts of Harrodsburg, 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday, Dec. 31 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Brad King officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Josh Savage, Shane Watts, Gary Case, Brandon Sallee, Larry Wilham Jr., Terry Chester and Brad Mobley. Honorary pallbearers were Cassandra Kenney, Melanie Mobley, Staci Case, Ronnie Wilham, Clark Wilham, Amber Rothwell, Justin Savage and Gavin Sallee.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Heritage Hospice, P.O. Box 1213, Danville, KY 40423.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Jan 5, 2012)

 

JAMES WOODS

James “Jim Jim” Arthur Woods, III, 46, of Salvisa, died Sunday, Jan. 1m 2912m at the Harrodsburg Health Care Center.

      Born Nov. 14, 1965 in Harrodsburg, he was the son of the late James A. and Bertha Elois Goodlett Woods, Jr., He was a truck driver for G & S Trucking.

      Survivors include two sons, James Logan Woods and Joshua Brent Woods of Harrodsburg; a brother, Herbie Ashton of Salvisa, one nephew, Andy Ashton and one niece, Suni Carol Ashton.

      Graveside services were held Wednesday, Jan. 4 at the Spring Hill Cemetery with Justin Johnson officiating.

      Pallbearers were Jeff Gray, Terry Sallee, Herbie Ashton, James Raymond Drury, James Logan Woods, Joshua Brent Woods, Chris Goodlett and Larry Wayne Cox. Honorary pallbearer is Kendall Patton.

      Memorial contributions may be sent to Heritage Hospcie, P. O. Box 1213, Danville, KY 40422.

      Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Jan 5, 2012)

 

REBA BLACK,

Reba Annelle Black, 88, of Louisville, died Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012 at her residence.

Born June 10, 1923, in Harrodsburg she was the daughter of the late Bernyce P. Whitson and Roy Black.

She was a 1940 graduate of Rose Hill High School and a long-time employee of Joseph E. Seagram and Sons, Inc.  

She is survived by cousins John Skeeter (Janet) Reed, Allen (Mary) Whitenack and Kay P. (Wayne) Mayes, all of Harrodsburg.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 14 at 11 a.m. at the Harrodsburg Baptist Church chapel.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Harrodsburg Baptist Church Beyond Measure Fund, 312 S. Main St., Harrodsburg, KY 40330.

PAID OBITUARY

(HH Thu Jan 12, 2012)

 

ROBERT FITTS

Rev. Robert Orus Fitts, age 98, of Richmond,  formerly of Harrodsburg, widower of Velois Sinkhorn Fitts, died Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012, in Richmond.

Born May 29, 1913, in Kingston, R.I., he was the son of the late Frank Orus and Beatrice Thompson Fitts.  He was a retired minister, having served in Kentucky and Ohio, and had been a professor at Clear Creek Bible College for 24 years. He was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church and was a retired US Army Major and veteran of WWII.

Survivors include  two daughters, Suzanne Chase Fitts Mantooth of Morehead and Deborah Adams Fitts Condley of Winchester; two sons, Dr. John O. Fitts of Bowling Green and Douglas A. Fitts of Cumberland Gap, Tenn.; one sister, Imogene Fitts Hall; six grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a brother, John Harris Fitts.

Funeral services were Friday, Jan. 6 at the Harrodsburg Baptist Church with Rev. Don Mantooth officiating.  Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery with military rites.

Pallbearers were Clay Condley, Doug Fitts, Jim Thompson, Mark Mantooth, Don Mantooth, and John Fitts.  Honorary bearers were his grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Harrodsburg Baptist Church Beyond Measure Fund, 312 S. Main St., Harrodsburg, KY 40330 or to the First Baptist Church Bldg. Fund, 123 E. Main St., Morehead, KY 40351. 

Arrangements by Ransdell Funeral Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

PAID OBITUARY

(HH Thu Jan 12, 2012)

 

MARY FLETCHER

Mary Ellen Carey Fletcher, 92, widow of the late Howard Fletcher, died Monday, Jan 9, 2012.

She is survived by two sons, William Fletcher and Larry (Lynn) Fletcher; four daughters, Juanita (Bob) Trimpe, Connie (Dave) Hay, Barbara (Kenny) Soult and Beverly (Tim) Jennings; a sister, Betty Hubbard; 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by three brothers, Thomas, Edwin and Rubert Carey and two sisters, Elsie Burton and Corinne Neely.

Services will be conducted Friday, Jan. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Vitt, Stermer & Anderson Funeral Home. Burial will take place on Saturday, Jan. 14 in Spring Hill Cemetery at 11 a.m.

Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 13 from 5 p.m. until time of service.

Memorial contributions may be made to pinkribbongirls.org.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.andersonfuneralhomes.com.

(HH Thu Jan 12, 2012)

 

DONALD HOCKERSMITH

Donald Lee Hockersmith, 76,  of Anderson County, husband of Beverly Ann Royalty Hockersmith,  died Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012 at his residence.

Born May 12, 1935 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late Ida Mae Douthitt and Calvert William Hockersmith.

He was a life-long farmer and was a member of Sand Spring Baptist Church.

Survivors in addition to his wife include a daughter, Donnya (Steve) Gayle Shryock of Lawrenceburg; a brother, Marshall (Julie) Hockersmith of Salvisa; two sisters, Joyce (Virgil) Hoffman of Montana and Carolyn (Chuck) Dierickx of Florida and two grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Billy Hockersmith.

Services were held Friday, Jan. 6 at the Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home with John Hockersmith III officiating. Burial was in Lawrenceburg Cemetery.

Pallbearers were be Steve, Neal and Colleen Shryock, Carroll Morris, Frank Goodlett, Chuck Dierickx, Marshall Hockersmith and Dennis Flygstad.

Honorary bearers were Alan and Rita Hendren, Doug and Jane Wade, John and Sue Litkenhus, Lee and Gail Steelman, Alan and Beth Glaeser, Jerry and Regina Shely, Ricky and Linda Puckett and Vince and Marilyn DiPrimo.

Memorials are suggested to Hospice of the Bluegrass, 663 Teton Trail, Frankfort, KY 40601.

(HH Thu Jan 12, 2012)

 

MICHAEL MOORE

Michael Ray Moore, 63, of Bowling Green, widower of Ann Harrod Moore, died Friday, Jan. 7, 2012 at  Hospice of Southern Kentucky.  

He was the son of Everett Ray Moore of Frankfort and the late Doris Poole Moore.

He was an ordained minister with the Christian Church Disciples of Christ and a social   service supervisor with the state of Kentucky  and retired from the medical center at Bowling as a social worker with the home health department.

 Survivors in addition to his father include a daughter, Laura Moore (Geoff) Davin of Cincinnati, Ohio; his father, Everett Ray Moore of Frankfort; a grandson, Arlow Stewart Davin of Cincinnati, Ohio; one niece, one nephew.

Services will be at 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 at J.C. Kirby & Son Funeral Home, Lovers Lane Chapel in Bowling Green.

Visitation will be Saturday prior to the services from 2 to 4 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Warren County Humane Society or Burgin Christian Church, P.O. Box B Burgin, KY 40310.

PAID OBITUARY

(HH Thu Jan 12, 2012)

 

BRENT PEAVLER

Richard Brent Peavler, 41, of Harrodsburg died Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Arrangements are incomplete at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home.

(HH Thu Jan 12, 2012)

 

MARY SANDERS

Mary P. Sanders, 83, of Harrodsburg, wife of Randall Sanders, died Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2012, at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville.

Born Feb. 13, 1928, in Anderson County, she was the daughter of the late Roscoe and Eva Catlett Perry.  She was a former secretary for the director of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife and was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church.

Survivors in addition to her husband include two sons, Randall Perry Sanders of Lexington and Michael Barry Sanders of Harrodsburg; three grandchildren, Chelsea and Sara Sanders of  Georgetown and Kate Sanders of Frankfort.

She was preceded in death by a brother, J. W. Perry.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Rev. Charles L. Daugherty officiating.  Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 10 a.m. Saturday at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

Memorials are suggested to the Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St., Lexington, KY, 40536.

(HH Thu Jan 12, 2012)

 

LARRY SMITH

Larry Smith, 57, of Frankfort formerly of Lawrenceburg, died Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at U.K. Medical Center in Lexington.

He was born February 10, 1954 in Hazard, to the late Asble and Ethel Griffith Smith.

He was a former self employed contractor and served in the U. S. Army as a military policeman in Germany.

Larry is survived by: three daughters, Leticia Marie Goodlett (Mike Bostic), Patricia Ann Smith (Josh Jennings), both of Lawrenceburg, and Andrea Nicole Haines of Lexington, three grandchildren, Justin Wayne Goodlett, Larry Benjamin Jennings and David Nathan Jennings; three brothers, Jimmy Darryl Smith of Frankfort, Enoch Smith of Harrodsburg and Eugene Smith (Becky) of Nicholasville; five sisters, Linda Faye Mink and Joann Walker (Ronnie), both of Lawrenceburg, Betty Jane Neff (Stacy) of Garrard County, Judy Frances Smith (Vernon) of Harrodsburg and Sandy Smallwood (Rocky) of Nicholasville.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Tommy Smith.

A memorial visitation will be 6 – 9 pm Friday, January 6, at the Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home in Lawrenceburg.

No service is scheduled.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 12, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald).

 

MARY TURNER

Mary Elizabeth Turner, 52, wife of John Turner, died Monday, Jan. 9, 2012 at The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born Oct. 29, 1959 in Danville, she was the daughter of Ruby Sears of Harrodsburg and the late James Edward Scharbrough. She was an LPN of surgery at the James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital and was a member of the Harrodsburg Church of God.

Survivors in addition to her husband and mother include three sons, Mark Jeremiah (Tonya) Drake of Perryville, Johnathan Wesley Turner of Harrodsburg and Richie Edward Turner of Louisville;  three daughters, Jessica Fall (Greg) Pelfrey of Frankfort, Elizabeth Mai Turner of Harrodsburg and Magan Jenelle (Daniel) Whitmer of Louisville; five brothers, Joe Henry Scharbrough and Eddie Ray Scharbrough, both of Oklahoma, Troy and Robert Scharbrough, both of Harrodsburg and Phillip Scharbrough of Stanford; three sisters, Brenda Sue (Stuart) Goldsborough of Lexington, Linda Carol (Ronnie) Durham of Stanford, and Johnnie Lou (Chris) Mason of Georgia; four grandchildren, her step-mother, Nancy Scharbrough of Georgia and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one brother, John Wayne Scharbrough.

Funeral services will be conducted 12 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, 2012 at the Harrodsburg Church of God with Bro. Glenn Daugherty officiating. Burial will be in Spring Hill Cemetery with Sean Sizemore, Eric Sizemore, Bradley Turner, Casey Turner, Christian Daugherty, Troy Scharbrough and Ronnie Patton, Jr. serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers will be Nancie Pike, Beverly Shifflett, Robin Grant, Barbara Baughman, Dona Proctor, Samantha Derringer, Debbie Gordon, Jamie Pevley, Joan Delahousay, Mary Lemp and Becky Martin. 

Visitation 4  to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Harrodsburg Church of God.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Heritage Hospice, P.O. Box 1213, Danville, Ky  40423, and/or The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital, 464 Linden Ave., Harrodsburg, KY  40330, and/or the Harrodsburg Church of God, 987 South College St., Harrodsburg, KY  40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Jan 12, 2012)

 

MAMIE CAREY

Mamie Carey, 64, of Pollys Bend Road, Lancaster, passed away Sunday January 15, 2012 at her home.

Mamie was preceded in death by her parents, Elzie and Jessie Devine. She is survived by her husband Thomas Carey.

Also surviving is: one son, Thomas B. Carey Jr.; and one daughter, Teresa Wilkerson both of Lancaster; three brothers, Bobby (Patricia) Devine of Casey County, Ralph Devine of Mercer County and Billy Devine of Boyle County; three sisters, Mary Preston of Boyle County, Hazel Baker(Donald) of Mercer County and Violet (Lewis) Carey of Mercer Conty; and two grandchildren Brett Wilkerson, and Baylea Reynolds, both of Lancaster.

Funeral Services were held Wednesday January 18, 2011 at 2 p.m. at the Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Daryl Hodge officiating.

Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in the Shawnee Run Cemetery in Burgin.

Active Pallbearers will be Terry Absher, Ronald Graham, Chris Reynolds, Terry Slugantz, Mike Hume, and Michael Hensley.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 19, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

EVELYN CUMMINS

Evelyn B. Cummins 82, widow of Walter Cummins of Danville, died Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012 at Charleston Health Care in Danville.

Born June 21, 1929 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Willie and Alma McKinney Taylor.  She was a retired employee of Cricketeer and a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. 

Survivors include one son, Gary (Judy) Cummins of Perryville; one sister, Francis Collier of Lexington; one grandson, Shane (Chrissy) Cummins of Mercer County;  one granddaughter, Cassandre Short of Junction City;  four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Jan. 14 at Immanuel Baptist with Dr. Harold Best officiating. Burial was in Hill Crest Cemetery in Perryville. Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com

PAID OBITUARY

(HH Thu Jan 19, 2012)

 

SAMMY JOHNSON

Arthur Samuel Johnson, 75, of Perryville died Friday, January 13, 2012 in Danville. He was the husband of Mattie Warner Johnson.

Born April 7, 1936 in Boyle County, he was a son of the late William C. and Annie Mae Mundy Johnson.

Sammy was a mason having worked with Bradley and Gibson Masonry. He was a member of the First Baptist Church where he was a trustee and also sang with the brotherhood. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and he loved working in his garden. Sammy was known as a great story teller, he made daily trips to Whitehouse Auto Parts and to Tony Webb’s auto repair in Washington County to share his stories. The guys at both places looked forward to Sammy coming daily as much as Sammy looked forward to being there, they will truly miss him.

In addition to his wife Mattie, of 45 years, Sammy also leaves behind: eight children, Anna Mundy of Nashville, Margaret Edelen and Alice Ann Johnson, both of Springfield, Sandra Carter of Harrodsburg, Charles Burton of Lancaster, Samuel C. Johnson of Perryville, Keith D. Johnson of Lexington and William Cecil Johnson of Stanford; one sister, Carolyn Coleman of Springfield; one brother, Charlie Johnson of Louisville; and 10 grandchildren. Also surviving is a host of nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Christine Osbourn and a brother, Henry “Chuck” Johnson.

Services for Sammy were conducted Tuesday, January 17, 2012, First Baptist Church, Perryville by Rev. Gerry Hearn, with burial in the Springhill Cemetery, Perryville.

Active Pallbearers will be DeAndre and Joshua Mundy, Tiras, and Ivan Meaux, Forrest Lewis, Kevin and Dyron Johnson and Ryan Keene.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Dennis Whitehouse, Cline Lanham, Tony Webb, Norman Turner, Billy Webb, Henry Baker, William Graves, Oatho “Partner” Tate, Harry, Richard and Charles Young and Chris Gilpin.

Expressions of sympathy are suggested to Heritage Hospice.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 19, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

RICHARD PEAVLER

Richard Brent Peavler, 41, husband of Rebecca Grider Peavler, died Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012 at the James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born July 28, 1970 in Mercer County, he was the son of Gayle Reed (Terry) Coslow of Danville and the late Bobby Peavler.  He was a former employee with the City of Harrodsburg Water Department and was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church.

Survivors in addition to his wife and mother include one son, Travis Peavler and one daughter Hannah Proctor, both of Mercer County; two brothers, Tony (Della) Peavler of Horse Cave and Thomas (Nina) Peavler of Nicholasville; two stepbrothers, Todd Ransdell of Burgin and Stephen Coslow of Brighton, Mich.; four step-sisters, Stacy Reister, Christy Cheek, Kristyna Coslow and Adrianna Devine, all of Mercer County; maternal grandmother, Edith Durr Reed of Danville; paternal grandmother, Emma Jean Hurst Peavler of Harrodsburg; step-mother, Dianne Peavler of Harrodsburg and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.

Services were conducted 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Troy Young officiating. Burial was in Deep Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Lee Releford, Lee Ezell, Johnny Rust, Leonard Rogers, Todd Ransdell and Kenny King.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Richard Brent Peavler Family, P.O. Box 253, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.

(HH Thu Jan 19, 2012)

 

IMOGENE PERRY

Imogene “Jean” Goodlett Perry, widow of Hollie Stratton, went to be with her maker on Jan. 16, 2012.

Born Jan. 28, 1932 in Anderson County, she was the daughter of Franklin and Alpha Drury Goodlett.

Her life’s passion was surgical nursing.  She was the Supervisor of Surgery for Woodford Memorial Hospital for thirteen years.  Her greatest pride was her development and implementation of the initial healthcare classes at the Central Kentucky Vo-Tech School. She served as an elder and Sunday School teacher at first Christian Church in Versailles.  She was a member of the Eastern Star, Kentucky Nurses Association, the American Vocational Association and she was a Kentucky Colonel.  She retired in 1995 as the Director of Applied Health Programs of the Central Kentucky Vo-Tech Institute.  Other accomplishments include:  PhD Healthcare Administration, Clayton University, St. Louis, Mo.;  Masters Science, Nursing Education, Clayton University;  Bachelor of Science, Education, University of Kentucky; Teacher Certification, University of Kentucky; Administrators Certification, Post-Secondary Education, University of Kentucky; Associate Degree in Nursing and Applied Sciences, Kentucky State University and LPN, (Midway College) Kentucky Female Orphan School.

She is survived by her four children,  Terry ( Martha) Stratton of South Carolina, Tom (Vicki) Stratton of Lexington, Donna (Phillip) Lancaster of Versailles and Cindy (George Smith) Stratton of Virginia; one brother, Kenneth (Goldie) Goodlett of Versailles; one uncle, Otis (Helen) Drury of Lawrenceburg; 10 grandchildren, Tom (Melanie) Stratton, Jr. of Berea, Candice (Justin) Voss of South Carolina, Chad (Cinnamon) Dutrow of Virginia, Robin (Dan) Emson of Virginia, Gregg (Becky) Stratton of Frankfort, Nathan (Evelyn) Lancaster of Shelbyville, Alison (Ry Miller) Stratton of Georgia,  Erika (Keith) Branham of Versailles, Lindsay (Matt) Mathes of Florida, Taylor (Jillian) Stratton of Georgia and Micah Dutrow of Virginia and 24 great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by three brothers; Paul, William and James Goodlett.

Services were held Thursday, Jan. 19 at Clark Funeral Home in Rose Hill with Rev. Cindy Stratton and Rev. Marcus Lynn officiating.  Burial was in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Pall bearers were Nathan Lancaster, Gregg Stratton, Tom Stratton, Jr., Taylor Stratton, Chad Dutrow, Micah Dutrow and Aaron Stratton. Honorary pall bearers were Candi Voss, Alison Stratton, Erika Branham, Lindsay Mathes and Robin Emson.

Memorials contributions may be made to First Christian Church or Hospice of the Bluegrass.

Visit Picturalhistory@www.jeanperryrn.com and www.clarkfuneralchapels.com

PAID OBITUARY

(HH Thu Jan 19, 2012)

 

DOROTHY SHANLEY

Dorothy Coleman Shanley, 83, of Stanford, widow of Paul Shanley, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012.

Born Sept. 4, 1928 in McKinney, she was the daughter of  the late Otis and Alberta Coffee Coleman. She retired from Shillito’s in Cincinnati, Ohio and was a member of the Stanford Christian Church.

Survivors include a daughter, Barbara Gordon (Bobby) Shewmaker of Harrodsburg; two brothers, Clyde Coleman of Richmond and Robert Coleman of McKinney; a sister, Mary Lois Dunn of St. Petersburg, Fla.; two grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by two infant children and a brother, Ralph Coleman.

Services were held Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012, at Spurlin Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Baughman officiating. Burial was in Buffalo Springs Cemetery.

Pall bearers were Todd Coleman, Kevin Coleman, Scott Coleman, Robby Shewmaker, Aaron Shewmaker and Steve Morrison. Honorary bearers were her nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Stanford Christian Church.

(HH Thu Jan 19, 2012)

 

WILLIAM YANKEY

William Garland Yankey, 87, of Harrodsburg, husband of Frances Keller Yankey, died Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012.

Born July 6, in Washington County, he was the son of the late Bryan and Iva Cocanougher Yankey. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was a retired farmer. He was an Elder at the Harrodsburg Christian Church, past chairman of the Mercer Soil Conservation District, a past officer at Kentucky Farm Bureau and was a member of VFW and American Legion.

Survivors in addition to his wife include two sisters, Ruby Helen Carpenter and Emily Sue Bottoms, both of Perryville; one brother, Charles Yankey of Danville; two grandchildren, Phillip Zachary Jordan Yankey and Ansley Paige Yankey.

He was preceded in death by a son, William Dwight Yankey.

Funeral services were held Sunday, Jan. 15, at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel by Mark Thompson and Phil Williams officiating. Burial was in Spring Hill Cemetery with full military rites.

Pallbearers were Chad Carpenter, Scott Bottoms, Pete Yankey, Roger Yankey, Roy Yankey, Bill Burgin, Charlie Terry, Jeff Noel and Todd Powell.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Jan 19, 2012)

 

MILITARY RITES

Douglas Laws Post #52, American Legion Post #6935, VFW and DAV Post #54 conducted military rites for William Garland Yankey at Spring Hill Cemetery on Jan. 15, 2012.

Those attending were Tom Rappleye, Curtis Sherrow, Floyd Shirley, Joe Harlow, Allan Teele, Scott Gillock, Howard Nichols and Howard Howells II.

Also present were U.S. Army representatives SFC Maldonado Gilberto and SFC Milian Hector from Fort Knox.

David Best served as bugler.

(HH Thu Jan 19, 2012)

 

BETTY CATON

Betty Grace Caton, 80, of Harrodsburg,  widow  of Walter Condit Caton, died Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012, at her residence.

Born Oct. 11, 1931 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late William Chase and Eliza Ann Bailey Sinkhorn.   She was a homemaker and was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church.

Survivors include  three daughters, Judy Ann (Roger) Ball of Double Oak, Texas, Cindy (Ernie) Vicars of Carmel, IN and Lisa Caton of Harrodsburg; one son, Mark (Sandy) Caton of Harrodsburg; one sister, Wilma Early of Winchester;  one brother, William Chase Sinkhorn of  Danville; eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two sisters, Addie Velois Fitts and Anna Mae Devine.

Services were conducted Tuesday, Jan. 24 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Daryl Catlett and Dustin Duvall officiating.  Burial was in Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were: Ernie Vicars, Roger Ball, Dutch Barrett, Kyle Letbetter, Eric Vicars and Levi Maddox.  Honorary bearers were: Leigh Chase Lyons, Jana Renae Letbetter, Erin Elizabeth Barrett, Eric Richard Vicars, Tessa Lissitt Caton, Baileigh Marie Sims, Maegan Elise Sims, John Alex Caton and Winston Lyons.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Harrodsburg Christian Church Youth Group, 305 S. Main St., Harrodsburg, KY 40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Jan 26, 2012)

 

HAROLD DEVINE

Harold Devine, 75, of Springfield, husband of Mary Hardin Devine, died Sunday, Jan. 22, 2012 at the Spring View Hospital in Lebanon.

Born in Boyle County on June 2,1936, he was the son of the late Walter and Louise Fuell Devine. He was a member of the Deep Creek Baptist Church and a retired truck driver.

Survivors in addition to his wife include a son, Doug (Kim) Devine of Willisburg; two daughters, Debbie (Martin) Murphy of Springfield and Marian (Daniel) Curtsinger of Lebanon; a sister, Linda (Buford) Lake of Harrodsburg and two brothers, Billy Gene Devine of Harrodsburg and Walter Terry (Judy) Devine of Danville; 10 grandchildren and nine great- grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by four sisters, Ida Lou Gribbins, Margaret Bugg, Marian Million and Cathy Devine and three brothers, Roy Devine, Jerry Devine and Robin  Litteral.

Services were held Wednesday, Jan. 25 at the Carey & Son Funeral Home with Rev. Clellan Hays and Rev. Nelson Reynolds officiating. Burial was in the Deep Creek Cemetery.

Pallbearers were: Martin Murphy, Daniel Curtsinger, Dominic Murphy, Glenn Devine, Lee Stava and Vincent Lewis.

Carey & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

(HH Thu Jan 26, 2012)

 

SURENE DIVINE

Surene Montgomery Divine, 97, widow of Lee Byron Divine, died Friday January 20, 2012.

Born in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Shelton and Eliza Scott Montgomery.

A graduate of Rose Hill High School in Mercer County, she was a nursing assistant with VA Hospital and a member of Porter Memorial Baptist Church.

She is survived by: her daughter, Bonnie (Donald) Duell, Somerset; sister, Ida Leonard, New Castle; grandchildren, Jeffrey B. (Laura) Gibson, John Lee Gibson, Lee Byron (Jennifer) Duell, Donald Brent (Jennifer) Duell and Betsy Brooke Duell; great grandchildren, Ann-Claire Gibson, Brooke Elizabeth Duell, Travis Michael Duell, Alexander Bayne Duelll and Eli Montgomery Duell; and son-in-law, Robert A. (Pat) Gibson, Lexington.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Betsy Gibson and grandson, Alex Gibson.

Funeral services were conducted at 12 p.m. Tuesday, January 24, at the Porter Memorial Baptist Church, conducted by Rev. J. K. Pierce, Rev. Bob Justus and Dr. French Harmon. Burial will follow at Blue Grass Memorial Gardens.

Her nephews will serve as casket bearers.

A memorial service in Somerset will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the American Cancer Society.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 26, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

STEPHEN FOWLER

Steve Fowler, 45, of Danville, died Sunday, Jan. 8, 2012, while on business in Monterrey, Mexico.

Born Oct. 21, 1966 in Louisville, he was the son of Kenneth Warren Fowler and the late Betty Lou (Jenkins) Johnson. He served in the U.S. Army during the Persian Gulf War and was a senior electrical engineer with Trim Masters, a Toyota Boshoku company.

Survivors in addition to his father include  his daughter, Tara Lauren Fowler of Danville; a son, Alex Morgen Fowler of Danville; step-father, Doug Johnson; step-mother Rena Fowler; two sisters, Shelly Lynn Fowler and Angela Louise Fowler and a brother Gregory Sean Fowler, all of Louisville.

Services were held Saturday, Jan. 21 at the St. Gabriel Catholic Church in Louisville with Father John Stoltz officiating. Burial was in the Hebron Cemetery in Shepherdsville.

Pallbearers were: Chris Fowler, Brandon Bennett, Larry Waller, Darin Culver, Greg Fowler and Matt Pompilio.

Memorial contributions may be sent to at trust for the children at PBK Bank, 1001 Hustonville Road, Danville, KY 40422, Attn: Gail Graybeal.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu Jan 26, 2012)

 

EARL GIBSON

Earl K. Gibson, 68, husband of Patti Gibson, died Monday, Jan. 23, 2012.

He was the son of the late Earl and Mary Frances Gibson and a veteran of the U.S. Army.

Survivors in addition to his wife include two sons, Barry (Holly) and Bradley Earl Gibson;  a sister, Judy Rose (Kenneth) Roy and one granddaughter.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Danny Gibson.

Funeral services will be held Friday, Jan. 27, at 1 p.m at the Hodapp Funeral Home in Liberty Township, Ohio.  

Visitation will be at the funeral home Thursday, Jan. 26, from 6-9 p.m.

Memorials contributions  may be sent to the American Heart Association, 5211 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH  45227.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at hodappfuneralhome.com.

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu Jan 26, 2012)

 

FREDERICK H. HOLLAND

Frederick Hugh Holland, 92, of Harrodsburg, husband of Margaret Sharpton Holland, died Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012, at his residence.

Born Dec. 13, 1919, in Gadsden, Ala., he was the son of the late Burl Camp Holland and Margaret Barron Holland. He served in the U.S. Army in the South Pacific in WWII, earning a Bronze Star.

Survivors other than his wife include two daughters, Kathryn Holland (Jay) Shewmaker and Frieda Holland (Mark) Gebert, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Services were held Sunday, Jan. 22, at Harrodsburg United Methodist Church with Ken Klemme officiating. Burial was in Spring Hill Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to the Music Ministry, Harrodsburg United Methodist Church P.O. Box 273, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com.

(HH Thu Jan 26, 2012)

 

DEIDRA KETTLES

Deidra Lynn Powell Kettles, 45, wife of Jeffrey Kettles of Harrodsburg, died Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012 in Jeffersonville, Ind.

Born June 10, 1966 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of Cornell Powell and the late Linda Lou Powell. 

In addition to her husband and father, she is survived by two sons, Nicholas Wayne Carter and Colby Tyler Warren; a daughter, Megan Luann Kettles and one sister, Lisa Carol Powell Montgomery.

Arrangements are incomplete at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Jan 26, 2012)

 

BOBBY LANGFORD

Bobby Buiel Langford, age 75, Nicholasville, husband of Ellen Bennett Langford died Saturday, January 21, 2012 at his home.

He was born February 7, 1936 in Casey County to the late Elmer and Linnie Rae Woodrum Langford.

He was a self-employed truck driver and a member of the Christian faith.

Survivors, other than his wife, include: two daughters, Sandy (Jimmie) Bain and Shari Presley both of Jessamine County; two brothers Herland (Edith) Langford, Versailles and Lewell (Rita) Langford, Midway; one sister, Christine Phelps, Liberty; five grandchildren, Ellen (Danny) Adams, Jessamine County, Lennie (Jason) Gilpin, Stanford, Cody Bain, Nicholasville, Bobby Presley, Jessamine County and Selina Presley, Burgin; seven great-grandchildren, Tristin Adams, Logan Gayheart, Andi-len Gayheart, Matthew Gilpin, Madison Presley, Bryant Adams and Emilee Gilpin.

A memorial service was held Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at the New Hope Fellowship Church, 1451 South Main Street, Nicholasville, KY by Bro. Bill Bales and Bro. Ronald Riley.

Memorial contributions are suggested to “The Food Pantry” in care of the Nicholasville Christian Church, 104 South Second Street, Nicholasville, KY 40356.

Sims Funeral Services was in charge of arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.simsfuneralservices.com

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 26, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

RICHARD LAWSON

Richard Lawson, 79, of Cynthiana, died Monday, January 16, 2012 at the VA Medical Center on Coopers Drive in Lexington.

Born in Garrett, March 5, 1932 to the late Humbert and Anise Moore Lawson, he was a United States Army Korean War veteran, a retired supervisor of 30 years for the Ladish Company, a tobacco farmer, raised a huge garden annually and enjoyed fishing. Mr. Lawson was raised as an old regular Baptist most of his life and then later became a member of Claysville Christian Church serving as deacon for several years.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by, three brothers, Orville Lawson, Earl Lawson and Fieldery Lawson; two sisters, Barbara Hicks and Dixie Tuttle; a grandson, Michael David Fryman and a great grandson, Kyle Absher.

He is survived by: his wife, Juanita Hoover Lawson; four daughters, Belinda (David) Fryman and Janet (Joey) Absher, both of Cynthiana, Teresa (Loren) Kaenzig, Harrodsburg and Raye (Harold) Turner, Falmouth; two brothers, Raymond (Peggy) Lawson, Garrett and Sonnie (Dorothy) Lawson, LaPorte, Indiana; a sister, Vonda (Mike) Hand, LaPorte, Indiana; eight grandchildren, Richard Absher, Angela Jones, Kristopher "Crickett" Fryman, Davina Fryman, Daniel Cox, Samantha Kaenzig, Rebecca Kaenzig and Logan Kaenzig and five great grandchildren, Scott Rarrick, Dalton Waters, Dakota Waters, Destinie Absher and Taylor Cox.

Funeral services were conducted Friday, January 20, at Ware Funeral Home by Minister Heath Penewit. Burial was in Kentontown Cemetery in Robertson County.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ware Funeral Home towards funeral expenses.

Pallbearers were David Fryman, Kristopher Fryman, Joey Absher, Richard Absher, Loren Kaenzig, Logan Kaenzig, Harold Turner and Daniel Cox.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 26, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

BUFORD LEWIS

Buford Ray Lewis, 72, of Harrodsburg, died Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012 in Harrodsburg.

Born Feb. 28, 1939 in Harrodsburg, he was the son of the late Paige A. and Loamie Claunch Lewis. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was retired from Hitachi.

Survivors include four sisters, Lillian Opal French, Florence B. Devine and Linda Joyce Watts, all of Harrodsburg, and Babara Gayle (Charles) Hodge of Moreland;  three brothers, Charles Lewis, Tony Lewis and Pagie Wayne Lewis, all of Harrodsburg.

He was preceded in death by Elizabeth Hayslett, Melvin Bruce Lewis and Glen Lewis.

Services were held Wednesday, Jan. 25 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with George Dye officiating. Burial was in Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were: Bueford Watts, Donald French, Billy Barnett, Tim Lewis, Richard Lewis and Terry Lewis.

Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Hospice, P.O. Box 1213, Danville, KY 40423-1213.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com 

(HH Thu Jan 26, 2012)

 

ALPHA OWENS

Alpha Satterly Owens, 102, of Mitchellsburg died Wednesday, January 18, 2012 in Danville.

She was the widow of Richard H. Owens.

Born February 20, 1909 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Erza Satterly.

Mrs. Owens was a homemaker and a member of Mitchellsburg Baptist Church.

In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by one son, Bobby Owens and an infant daughter.

Mrs. Owens is survived by a daughter in law, Mary Owens of Danville.

Graveside services were held Sunday, January 22, 2012 by Rev. Daniel Smith with burial in the Parksville Cemetery.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 26, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

MAE RINEY

Mae Graves Riney, 73, of Blandford Lane, Springfield, passed away at 1 a.m., Thursday January 19, 2012 at her home.

Survivors include: her husband, William A. “Billy” Riney; three sons: Billy, David and Kevin Riney, all of Springfield; three daughters, Deb Goist of Portage, Michigan, Teresa Noel of Harrodsburg, and Sandy Ray of Georgetown; 12 grandchildren; one brother, George Graves of Springfield; seven sisters: Annie Hardin of Melbourne, Florida, Louise Maupin of Botland, Thelma Thompson and Katherine Rose Hutchins,  both of Springfield, Janette Higdon of Cox’s Creek, Mary Alice Hutchins of Louisville and Theresa Ann Harbin of Bardstown.

Funeral Services were conducted Saturday, January 21, at the St. Rose Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery.

Carey & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 26, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

WILLIAM RUBY

William Ruby, 20, of Louisville, died Saturday, Jan. 21. Arrangements are pending at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Harrodsburg.

(HH Thu Jan 26, 2012)

 

ROSALINDE RUEHS

Rosalinde K. Ruehs, 71, of Harrodsburg, wife of Paul A. Ruehs, died Monday, Jan. 23, 2012, at The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born Nov. 9, 1940 in Schweinfurt, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Lorenz and Matildia Dammert. She was a retired school teacher, a member of Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church in Wayne, N.J. and was a volunteer with Wayne Humane organizations.

Survivors in addition to her husband include three sons, Erich L. (Angie) Ruehs of Harrodsburg, Karl F. Ruehs of Phoenix, Ariz. and Paulie (Ipek) Ruehs of Mt. Airy, Md.; one sister, Margaret Lisowski of Chicago, Ill.; one brother, Arthur Dammert of Switzerland and three grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1125 Danville Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Jan 26, 2012)

 

DON SCANLON

Don Scanlon, 82, of Hustonville passed away Monday January 23, 2012 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville.

Born February 15, 1929 in Harrodsburg, he was the son of the late J. B. and Alma Crews Scanlon.

He was a businessman in Liberty for 65 years. He was a member of Hustonville Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ada Scanlon; his brother, J.B. Scanlon, Jr. and his sister, Mary Frances Scanlon.

Survivors include: his wife, Betty Scanlon; two daughters, LuAnne (Steve) Russell of Liberty and Lisa (Tom) Butterfield of Bowling Green; one son, David (Roseann) Downey of Stanford; four grandchildren, Stefanie (Kerry) Ray, Maggie Russell, Jessica (Josh) Hughes and Rus Downey’ and one great-granddaughter, Madison Ray.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, January 26, at the Hustonville Baptist Church by Bro.’s Jonathan Grizzell and Bill Julian. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery in Liberty.

Pallbearers will be Steve Branscum, Eddie Franklin, Shannon Crew, George Ledford, Bob Noe and Kerry Ray.

Honorary pallbearers will be the Senior Adult Sunday School Class.

Visitation will be from 4-9 pm. Wednesday at the Hustonville Baptist Church.

Arrangements are entrusted to W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home in Moreland.

In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to Gideons International or Heritage Hospice.

Guest Book is available at www.wlpruitt.com.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the January 26, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

GAYLORD THOMPSON

Gaylord Lenwood Thompson, 79, of Harrodsburg, husband of Betty Thompson, died Monday, Jan. 23, 2012.

Born in Greenup County, on Nov. 21, 1932, he was the son of the late Christine Thompson Davis and Albert Davis.  He was a graduate of Raceland High School and a veteran of the Korean War in the U.S. Marine Corps. He retired from the Lexington Police Department in 1984 and then worked as a court security officer. He was a member of Broadway Christian Church in Lexington and Burgin Baptist Church.

Survivors in addition to his wife include three sons, Gaylord M. (Lynne Ann) Thompson  and Keith A. (Amy) Thompson, both of Harrodsburg and Kevin R. (Teresa) Thompson of Lexington; one daughter, Beth Thompson of Versailles; three sisters, Connie Stone, Janet Neitzey and Nida Davis; one brother, Darrell Davis; six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Rick Davis.

Services will be held Friday, Jan. 27 at 10:30 a.m. at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home in Lexington. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. 

Visitation is Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m. and Friday  from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Burgin Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 266, Burgin, Ky. 40310. 

(HH Thu Jan 26, 2012)

 

ELMER BARNES

Elmer “Pete” Barnes, 87, widower of Eva Mae Peavler Barnes, died Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012 at the Harrodsburg Health Care Center.

Born Sept. 26, 1923 in Washington County, he was the son of the late John and Ettie B. Tyler Barnes.  He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, a former factory worker, farmer and a member of the Berea Christian Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Judy Diane (David) Pinkston and Robin Denise (James) Brooks, both of Harrodsburg; one son, James Michael Barnes of Harrodsburg; one step-son, Kenneth Long of Harrodsburg; two sisters, Ina Pendegrist of Perryville and Virginia (William) Curtsinger of Harrodsburg; four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two brothers G. W. and Marvin Barnes.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Donald Potts officiating. Burial with Military Honors will be in Spring Hill Cemetery. 

Pallbearers are Chad Pinkston, Denzil Claunch, David Woodard, Johnny Claunch, Kelli Pinkston and Jordan Dunn. Honorary pallbearers are Dustin Williams, Kyra Dunn and George Barnes.

Visitation 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and after 7 a.m. Thursday at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Feb 2, 2012)

 

EVA BARNES

Eva Barnes, 85, of Harrodsburg, wife of Elmer “Pete” Barnes, died Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012, at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville.

Born Nov. 2, 1926 in Harrodsburg,  she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Dollie Sallee Peavler.  She was retired from the Good Samaritan Hospital housekeeping department.

Survivors  in addition to her husband include one son, Kenneth Long; a step-son, James Barnes; two step-daughters, Robin (James) Brooks and Judy (David) Pinkston, all of  Harrodsburg. 

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Ransdell Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Feb 2, 2012)

 

JAMES FOGT

James Edward Fogt, Jr., 60, beloved husband of Vicki Darland Fogt for 34 years, died Thursday, January 26, 2012 at the V.A. Medical Center in Lexington.

Born Jan. 19, 1952 in Detroit, Mich., he was the son of the late James Edward Sr. and Louise Milburn Fogt.  He was an electrician and worked at Arrow Electric in Lexington.  He was a U.S. Army Veteran where he obtained the rank of Staff Sergeant.  He enjoyed motorcycles, rebuilding cars and painting.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter, whom he loved very much, Melissa Florene Fogt of Harrodsburg and one special great nephew: Jaylen Drury of Harrodsburg.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, Jan. 30 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Keith Greer officiating. Burial with Military Rites was in Spring Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were Dustin Wilson, Eric Peavler, Randy Darland, Jason Byrd, Nick Humphrey and Bill Edmondson.

To share your memories or to send a message to the family please visit www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu Feb 2, 2012)

 

DEIDRA KETTLES

Deidra Lynn Powell Kettles, 45, of Harrodsburg, wife of Jeffrey Kettles, died Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012 in Jeffersonville, Ind.

Born June 10, 1966 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of Cornell Powell and the late Linda Lou Powell. 

Survivors in addition to her husband and father, include two sons, Nicholas Wayne Carter and Colby Tyler Warren; a daughter, Megan Luann Kettles; two sisters, Lisa Carol Powell Montgomery and Denise Driscoll, both of Harrodsburg and one niece and one nephew. 

Funeral services were held Saturday, Jan. 28 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Rev. Floying Thompson and Rev. Larry Reed officiating.  Burial was in Spring Hill Cemetery. 

Pallbearers were Keith Driscoll, Robert “Biggen” Mayes, William Vaught and James Alford.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com

(HH Thu Feb 2, 2012)

 

WILLIAM RUBY

William H. Ruby, 20, died Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012, at his home in Louisville.

Born Oct. 27, 1991 in Louisville, he was the son of the late William David Hourigan Jr, and Jean Anastasia Ruby. He was a student at Jefferson County Technical College.

Survivors other than his mother include a sister, Sarah Elizabeth Ruby of Danville; maternal grandparents Joe and Faye Ruby of Mercer County; two uncles, Van and John Ruby and a great aunt, Harriet Ruby.

Funeral services were conducted Saturday, Jan. 28 at the St. Andrew Catholic Church by Father Noel Zamora with burial in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were: Van Ruby, Clay Clement, Sherri Dowdy, Eddie Lay, William Curry, Woody Pulliam and John Ruby.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com 

(HH Thu Feb 2, 2012)

 

ELIZABETH SELLERS

Elizabeth F. Sellers, 86, widow of the late Noah Sellers, passed away Sunday January 29, 2012.

Born in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late Hiram Shanks and LaVicie Shanks Hahn.

Survivors include: one sister, Virginia Lee Dray; one brother, William Robert Shanks; and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday February 3, at the Salvation Army. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be held Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at the Kerr Brothers Funeral Home – Main Street, Lexington.

      (Note: This obit was not included in the February 2, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

CHARLES SMITH JR.

Charles Smith, Jr. 61, of Beaufort, S.C., formerly of Harrodsburg, husband of Vera Bostick Smith, died Friday, Jan. 20, 2012 at the Hospice House of Savannah, Ga.

Born Nov. 13, 1950, in Harrodsburg, he was the son of the late Price G. Smith and Rev. Charles H. Smith, Sr. He attended Harrodsburg High school, was a veteran of the US Marine Corps and the US Navy, was employed at Georgia Pacific and Cascades Tissue Group and was a member of the Fishers of Men Pentecostal Church.

Survivors in addition to his wife include a son, Charles H. Smith III; three daughters, Tonya Smith, Shri Smith and Kimberly Smith; four brothers, John (Debra) and Albert Mitchell, James and Dale Smith, all of Harrodsburg;  four sisters, Almetra (Walter)Taylor of Harrodsburg, Debra Raines of Lexington, Angela Smith of Lexington and Laura (Cornell) Hall of Katy, Texas and two grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Friday, Jan. 27, 2012 at the Parris Island Marine Corps Chapel in South Carolina. Burial was in the Beaufort National Cemetery with full military honors.

Marshel’s Wright-Donaldson Home for Funerals in Beaufort, S.C. was in charge of the arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.marshelswrightdonaldson.com.

(HH Thu Feb 2, 2012)

 

ELIZABETH SMITH

Elizabeth “Liz” Donna Angel Smith, wife of Wilson Vance Smith, died Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012 at her home.

Born Nov. 16, 1948 in Berea, she was the daughter of Jane Irby Dunn Angel of Lebanon, and the late John Raymond Angel.  She graduated from Lebanon High School and received her Bachelor of Science and Master of Education degrees from Eastern Kentucky University.  She taught school in Fairborn, Ohio and Paintsville.  She was the co-owner of the former Fort Harrod Pharmacy and Home Care, Inc. and taught second and third grade in the Mercer County School District. She was a former member of St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Harrodsburg.  She was also a board member, actress and president of the Ragged Edge Theatre.   She was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution, Delta Kappa Gamma, served on the site base council at Mercer County Elementary School and was a Cub Scout leader. She was a member of New Providence Presbyterian Church, where she served as youth director, Sunday school teacher, president of the women of the church and as a ruling elder of the session.

Survivors in addition to her husband and mother include one son, Jordan Vance (Jenny)Smith of San Diego, Calif.; one brother, James R. (Sherri) Angel, M.D. of Lebanon; brother-in-Law, Kirby (Donna) Smith III of Middlesboro; sister-in-law, Lynne Smith Coughlin of Sunrise, Fla. and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services were held  Sunday, Jan. 29 at the New Providence Presbyterian Church in Salvisa with James Byrd and Jon Jones officiating.  Burial was in the New Providence Cemetery. Pallbearers were Kirby Smith IV, Ben Angel, John Thomas Angel, R. Shawn Coughlin, Kirby Smith III and C. Brian Coughlin.  Honorary bearers were Mercer County teaching colleagues Dawn Camic, Dana Ross, Susan Rogers, Jennifer Meadows, Joy Connelly and Laurie Freeman.

Memorial contributions may be made to the New Providence Cemetery Fund, 1611 Mundys Landing Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com.

(HH Thu Feb 2, 2012)

 

MARIE BROWN

Marie Jo Mays Brown, 54, of Warsaw, Ind., wife of Ridley L. Brown, died Sunday, Feb. 5 at her residence.

Born June 14, 1957 in Lexington, she was the daughter of the late John Milford Mays Jr. and the late Gladys Webb Smith. She was a social worker and former manager at Jenny Wiley State Park.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by four sisters, Mary Ellen Stacy of London, Patrician Ann (James) Burns of Fort Wayne, Ind., Joyce (Bill) Chamberlain and Amanda Lynn (Alexander) Martinez, both of Burgin; two brothers, Norman (Valerie) Mays of Georgetown and and John (Tina) Webb of London; two step-sons, Bob (Tanya) Brown and John (Rita) Brown, both of Warsaw, Ind.; 11 step-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 5 p.m. at Gods Highway to Heaven Church in Warsaw, Ind. with Pastor Bob Brown officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Sentimental Journeys, c/o Multi-Township EMS, 34 E. Armstrong Road, Leesburg, IN 46538.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com.

(HH Thu Feb 9, 2012)

 

DORIS FORMAN

Dora Frances Forman, 71, formerly of Burgin, widow of James Forman, died Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012 at the Ephriam McDowell Regional Medical Center.

Born Sept. 19, 1940 in Vanceburg, she was the daughter of the late Guy Lydon Fannin and Louanna Wilson Fannin. She was a graduate of Vanderbilt University, a  retired registered nurse and a member of Burgin Christian Church where she served as an elder and a parish nurse. She was a member of the Easter Star and served as treasurer.

Survivors include two sisters: Evelyn Fields of Parrish, Fla, and Betty Ann Burrows of Pensacola, Fla.; one half Sister, Laur Lykins of Ohio, two nephews and four nieces.

Memorial services were conducted at the Burgin Christian Church Sunday, Feb. 5, with Rev. Tanya J. Tyler officiating. Alexander and Royalty Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Burgin Christian Church. PO Box B, Burgin, KY 40330 .

To share your memories or to send a message to the family, please visit www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Feb 9, 2012)

 

JOHN HARPER

John William Harper, 82, of Harrodsburg, died Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012, at the Danville Center for Health and Rehabilitation.

Born Dec. 7, 1929 in Toledo, Ohio, he was the son of the late John E. and Florence Lenore Baker Harper.  He served in the Navy. He was a retired meat packer.

Survivors include several nieces and nephews.

No local services are planned.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com.

(HH Thu Feb 9, 2012)

 

JAMES LASWELL

James T. Laswell, 57, of Moreland died Monday, February 6, 2012.

Born September 18, 1954, he was the son of the late Henry Lee and Bessie Abney Laswell. He was raised by his sister, Faye and her husband, the late Jerry Seay.

James was an avid antique and knife collector and trader. He previously owned 127 Gun and Pawn Shop in Harrodsburg.

He is survived by: his wife, LaVon Allen Laswell; one daughter, Jana Laswell; one brother, David Laswell of Mt. Vernon; and three sisters, Faye Seay of Danville, Edna Burton of Danville and Vinna Kaye Bullock of Mt. Vernon.

Services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, February 10, at the W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home by Rev. David Smith with burial in Sandidge-McGirr Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Pallbearers will be Erik Johnson, Kelly and Jason Seay, and Frankie, Roland and David Lee Laswell.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Dale and Ronnie Allen, Terry Owens, Stan Petry, Doug Harmon and Marvin Wilson.

Guestbook@www.wlpruitt.com

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 9, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

GARY SETTLES

Gary Barnett “Barney” Settles, 61, of Danville, died Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center.

Born December 15, 1950 at Battle, Washington County, he was the son of Robert Barnett and Opal Mae Bottom Settles.

He retired from Modine Corp. as a maintenance engineer. Barney was a member of Bruners Chapel Baptist Church. He was a gardener, a fisherman and an avid UK Basketball fan. His children and grandchildren were his greatest love.

He is survived by: his wife, JoAnna Montgomery Settles, whom he married on March 19, 1971; one daughter, Mary Margaret Settles (Freddie) West; and one son, Mark B. (Nikki McMullin) Settles, both of Danville; one sister, Linda (Kenneth) Proctor and two brothers, Randall (Charlotte) Settles and Mike Settles, all of Harrodsburg; and three grandchildren, Kaylee Hall, Nicholas Hall and Ashley Hall.

The funeral service was conducted Tuesday, February 2, at the Stith Funeral Home. Rev. Mike Cox will officiate. Burial was in Bellevue Cemetery.

Active pallbearers were Scott Blackburn, Shane Lopez, Shawn Lopez, Andy Shepherd, Matt Shepherd.

Honorary pallbearers were Fred Bottoms, Claude Russell, Mike Carrier, Mike Green, Art Hogue and Howard Nichols.

The online guestbook is available at www.stithfuneralhome.net.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 9, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

THOMAS SOUTHERS

Thomas E. Southers, 53, of Burgin, died Sept. 1, 2012 at his residence.

A memorial graveside service will be held Saturday, Feb. 18 at 2 p.m. at Spring Hill Cemetery.

      (Note: He died September 1, 2011. Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home in charge)

(HH Thu Feb 9, 2012)

 

NELLIE VANMETER

Nellie Morea VanMeter, age 90, Versailles, formerly of Harrodsburg, widow of Dorsey Bradford, Landon Daugherty and James S. VanMeter, died Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, at the Heritage Hall Care Center in Lawrenceburg.

Born Dec. 24, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Neff and Bertie Jones Clark. She was a retired Progressive Farmer Magazine salesperson and a member of Harrodsburg Baptist Church.

Survivors include: two sons: Ronald Bradford of Harrodsburg and James M. Bradford of Louisville; one brother: Charles Clark of Lawrenceburg; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchidren and one great- great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Landa Tackett, a grnadson, Dorsey Bradford, three brothers and four sisters.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, Feb. 7 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with George Dye officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were: Michael Bradford, Brian Justice, Kyle Porteous, Chris Bradford, Travis Bradford and Andrew Bradford.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital in Lexington, the Versailles Police Department or your choice of children’s Christmas funds..

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com.

(HH Thu Feb 9, 2012)

 

SARA BAKER

Sara S. Baker, 81, of Harrodsburg, wife of Maurice C. “Bob” Baker, died Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012 at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville.

Born May 6, 1930 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Martha May Matherly Sparrow. She was a retired school teacher in the former Harrodsburg Independent School District. She was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church, Mercer Retired Teachers Association and the Kentucky Retired Teachers Association. She was also a member of the Homemaker’s Club.

Survivors other than her husband include: one son, Bobby Jack (Diana) Baker of Harrodsburg; one sister, Nancy (Franklin) Ransdell of Salvisa; two grandchildren, Jack Baker and Eric Baker.

She was preceded in death by a son, Tom Baker.

Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Wayne Spivey officiating. Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers are: Jack Baker, Eric Baker, Frank Ransdell, Keith Ransdell, Doug Nelson, Hunter Nelson, Kermit Logue and Brent Logue.

Visitation Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Harrodsburg Baptist Church’s Beyond Measure Campaign.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Feb 16, 2012)

 

RITA BARTLETT

Rita Kay Jewell Bartlett, 54, of Versailles, wife of Earl Robert "Tommy" Bartlett, died Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at her home.

Born in Wilmore, she was a daughter of the late William Thomas and Essie Fay Starnes Jewell.

She had been a dietitian at Taylor Manor Nursing Home.

Survivors, in addition to her husband, include: one son, Steven (Tanya) Jewell of Harrodsburg; one sister, Teresa (Terry) Lowery of Harrodsburg; one a brother, Gerald Jewell of Lexington; and two grandchildren, Loren and William Jewell.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Jeff Jewell.

Funeral services wee held February 10, 2012, at the Blackburn and Ward Funeral Home  in Versailles. Burial was in the Versailles Cemetery.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 16, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

ETHEL BRIM

Ethel Lyons Brim, 93, widow of Johnny Brim, died Tuesday, February 7, 2012.

She was born December 2, 1918 in Mercer County to the late James Mearitt and Ida Middleton Lyons.

She was a homemaker whose greatest joy was spending time with her family.

Survivors include: her children, Betty (Charles A.) Leonard of Lexington, Ann (McKinley) Thompson of Nicholasville; grandchildren, Gloria (Breck) Johnson and Roger Fathergill, Tina Placek, Tammy (Thad) Scott, Lisa Woods, McKinley (Anita) Thompson Jr., Debbie Carroll, Tonya (Christian) Chavez, Timmy, Johnny and Jeff Tuggle and Angie (Jackie) Smith; 22 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren and other family members.

She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Nancy Tuggle.

Services were conducted Saturday, February 11, at the Betts & West Funeral Home in Nicholasville with Rev. Chris Wittenberg officiating. Burial followed in Maple Grove Cemetery.

Bearers were Thad Scott, McKinley Thompson Jr., Roger Fathergill, Breck Johnson, Cory Placek, Tim Tuggle and Caity Placek.

Honorary Bearers were McKinley Thompson and Charles Leonard.

Online guestbook at www.BettsandWestfuneralhome.com

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 16, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

DONALD PINKSTON

Donald Pinkston, 87, of Mackville passed away at 6:30 a.m., Monday February 13, 2012 at the James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital in Harrodsburg.

Survivors include: his wife, Norma Losgdon Pinkston; one son, Doug Pinkston of Mackville; one daughter, Debbie Back of Lexington; two grandsons; three great-grandchildren; one brother, Dalmon Pinkston of Springfield; two sisters, Dorothy Reynolds of Mackville and Ollie Gray Clark of Mt. Washington

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 16, at the Mackville Christian Church with burial in the Peter Cemetery at Mackville.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Carey & Son Funeral Home and after 9 a.m. Thursday morning at the church.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 16, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

LILLIE REYNOLDS

Lillie Miranda Spivey “Tinker” Reynolds, 42, died Wednesday, February 1 at her home in Versailles.

Born in Lexington, she was a daughter of the late Douglas Woodrow and Virgie Marie Barrett Spivey.

Survivors include: one daughter, Kelly Reynolds in the U S Marines Corp; three sons, Justin (Erica) Reynolds of Versailles and Thomas (Ashley) Reynolds of Harrodsburg, Danny (Brandy Hurst) Reynolds of Lexington; five sisters, Debbie Dillingham, Alvona Brewer, Virginia Soard, all of Versailles, Jackie McGohon of Florida and Naomi Spivey of Lexington; and eight grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Marcella Spivey.

Funeral services were conducted Thursday, February 9, at the Blackburn & Ward Funeral Home in Versailles with Rev. Frank Layne officiating.

Cremation followed services.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 16, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

WALTER ROSE

Walter Franklin Rose, 86, of Hurricane Mills, Tenn., passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Jan. 25, 2012.

Born in Harrodsburg, he was the son of the late Robert and Hazel Rose.

He resided in Naples, Fla. for 40 years.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Lucy, children Tami (Jason) Thompson, Candy (Ray) Chisolm, Janet (Sam) Snell, Ronnie (Lynn)Rose and Marion (Wendy) Rose; grandchildren, Leann, Lane, Justin, Shane, Chad (Amy) and Charlie. He was a special first cousin ”brother” to Dottie (David) Sims of Burgin and shared a very fun and loving relationship with her extended family.

There will be a memorial service for Walter on Feb. 19 in Naples, Fla. Anyone who would like to attend should call Tami at 615-330-5672 or email tamirose78@yahoo.com.

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu Feb 16, 2012)

 

DONNA BAST

Donna Bast, 64, of Harrodsburg, wife of Donnie Bast, died Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012, at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville.

Born July 18, 1947 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Pauline Isham Brown. She was a retired Signet Systems/Modine employee.

Survivors other than her husband include a daughter, Fran Rowe and a son, Donovan Bast, both of Harrodsburg; four sisters, Carolyn Wilkerson, Nancy Starkweather and Jennifer Brown, all of Washington  and Paula Votaw of Harrodsburg; three brothers, Carroll B. Brown of Junction City, Micky Brown of Harrodsburg and Ralph Brown Jr. of N.M. and two grandchildren. 

Funeral services were held Saturday, Feb. 18 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Greg Warren officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were: Carroll Brown Jr., Travis Lamb, James H. Brown, Aaron Butler, Patrick McMullin, Kevin Horn, Randy Shewmaker, Tony Brown and Tony Bast.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com.

(HH Thu Feb 23, 2012)

 

DAVID BRADSHAW

David Bowman Bradshaw, 58, of Harrodsburg, died Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2012 at his residence.

Born June 3, 1953 in Danville, he was the son of the late Glenn Lewis and Phyllis Bowman Bradshaw. He was a graduate of both Cumberland College and Tennessee Tech with degrees in geology; was a Commonwealth of Kentucky Geologist and a member of the United Presbyterian Church of Harrodsburg.

Survivors include one brother, Charles Lewis Bradshaw of Harrodsburg and several cousins and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 5 at the United Presbyterian Church of Harrodsburg with Rev. Andy Wing officiating.

There will be no visitation.

Contributions are suggested to the charity of one’s choice. Sims Funeral Services is in charge of arrangements. 

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.simsfuneralservices.com

(HH Thu Feb 23, 2012)

 

ROBERT HALE

Robert Earl Hale, II, 52, husband of Elizabeth Sparks Hale died Friday, Feb. 17, 2012 at his residence.

Born Oct. 7, 1959 in Fort Belvoir, Va., he was the son of Virginia Brown Hale and the late Robert Earl Hale. He was a factory worker, a carpenter and a Baptist.

Survivors in addition to his wife and his mother include a son, Robert Earl Hale III of Lebanon; a daughter, Jennifer May Hale of Harrodsburg; two step-daughters, Sherry L. Royalty of Harrodsburg and Stacy Carey of Salvisa; a step-son, Larry Lyons of Harrodsburg; two brothers, David Hale of Va. and Rick Hale of Danville; three sisters, Gayle (Charles) Adkins of Danville, Lisa Brown of Danville and Rebecca (Ken) Helton of Harrodsburg; two grandchildren, seven step-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Donna Hale Rice and a brother, Gregory Hale.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, Feb. 21 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Bro. John David Lane officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Larry Lyons, Rick Carey, Mike Scull, Anthony Rice, Jonathan Adkins and Brad Gibbons. Honorary pallbearers were Kevin Bugg, Scotty Slaven, Randy Hale, Timmy Hale, Rodney Brown, Mark Brown, Ken Helton and Chuck Adkins.

Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Hospice. 

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.  

(HH Thu Feb 23, 2012)

 

RUSSELL HARDIN

Russell Lee Hardin, 32, of Moreland, passed away Saturday. February 18, 2012 in Madison County.

Born December 21, 1979 in Harrodsburg, he was the son of Harrison and Carolyn Taylor Hardin of Moreland.

He worked at Intertape Polymer Group in Richmond. He enjoyed camping, racing and most of all spending time with his children.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by: his wife, Leslie Hubbard Hardin; three children, Madison, Ethan, and Trinity Hardin; one brother, Harrison Hardin, Jr.; and one sister, Debbie Hardin.

A graveside service was held Wednesday, February 22, at Battle Cemetery in Washington County by Bro. Gary Douglas.

Pallbearers were Drake, Matthew, Blake and Nicholas Hardin.

A guestbook is available at www.wlpruitt.com.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 23, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

BARBARA KELTY

Barbara Lou Carrico Kelty 75, of Springfield, widow of Ernest Russell Kelty, died Friday, Feb. 17, 2012 at St. Joseph Hospice Care Center in Lexington.

Born Oct. 15, 1936 in Washington County, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Adrain and Mary Elsie Hamilton Carrico. She was a former employee of Cowden Manufacturing Company in Springfield, a lunchroom worker at St. Dominic School for many years, an employee of Washington County Head Start and Washington County Workshop and was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church.

She is survived by two sons, Ernie (Missy) Kelty Jr. of Harrodsburg and Todd (Roxie) Kelty of Springfield; a daughter, Penny (Tim) Hagan of Lexington; two brothers, Donnie (Darlene) Carrico of Springfield and Doug (Anne) Carrico of Bardstown; four sisters, Bonnie (Sonny) Taylor of Taylorsville, Julie (Tommy) Noel and Carolyn Carrico all of Springfield, Claudine Noel of Mackville and eight grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Frankie and Ritchie Carrico; four sisters, Mildred Carrico, Diane Hutchins, Judy Wray and Jeanette Noel and a granddaughter, Alyssa Kelty.

Funeral Mass was held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21 at St. Dominic Catholic Church with Rev. Culpepper Elliott officiating.  Burial was in the church cemetery.

Pallbearers were: Kyle Hagan, Brian and Jared Kelty and Frankie, Jeff and Brad Carrico.

Hale-Polin-Robinson Funeral Home in Springfield was in charge of arrangements.

(HH Thu Feb 23, 2012)

 

GAIL LAND

Mrs. Gail S. Land, 67, of Richmond, died Tuesday February 14, 2012 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington after a long illness.

She was born on November 30, 1944 in Berea, the daughter of Mrs. Amy Robinson Strunk of Richmond, and the late George W. Strunk.

She was a retired farmer, enjoyed gardening, cooking, canning, loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, and was a member of the Saint David Episcopal Church in Pikeville, KY.

Survivors, besides her mother, are; her husband, Roger W. Land of Richmond; two sons, Marvin Land (Amy) of Richmond, and Steve Land (Lisa) of Harrodsburg; one daughter, Stacy Land (Bull) of Richmond; one brother, Tommy Strunk (Pat) of Richmond; and one sister, Phyllis Davis (Warren) of Versailles, OH. Two special friends; Paula Smith and Renee West of Pikeville, KY, and two grandchildren, and several nieces also survive.

She was preceded in death by: one son; Rod Land.

      Funeral Services were held Friday February 17, at the Salem Christian Church in Richmond. Burial was in Salem Christian Church Cemetery.

      Cox Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon was in charge of arrangements.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 23, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

MARSHALL LOGUE

Marshall J. Logue, 79, of Nicholasville, formerly of Harrodsburg, died Thursday Feb. 16, 2012 at Veteran’s Medical Center in Lexington.

Born July 17, 1932 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late Henry Lee and Gertrude Francis Curry Logue.  A graduate of Rose Hill High school, he served with the U.S. Army and was a retired driver for senior citizens.

Survivors include a daughter, Marsha (Mike) O’Connor of Burnside; a brother, Walter Logue of Harrodsburg; two sisters-in-law, Hazel Logue of Nicholasville and Loraine Shannon Logue of Lexington;   two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Maurice and Raymond Logue.

Graveside services were conducted Tuesday, Feb. 21 at Camp Nelson National Cemetery with Military Honors. Bro. Steve Scholar officiated.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Feb 23, 2012)

 

DONALD PINKSTON

Donald Pinkston, 87, of Mackville, husband of Norma Logsdon Pinkston, died Monday, Feb.  13, 2012 at the James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born June 18, 1924 in Washington County, he was the son of the late Urban and Ida Gray Pinkston. He was a member of the Mackville Christian Church where he served as a deacon for 42 years, a lifelong farmer and served as a trustee for 20 years on the Peter Cemetery Board in Mackville. He served in the United States Army for two years.

Survivors other than his wife include a son, Doug (Pam) Pinkston of Mackville; a daughter, Debbie (Dan) Back of Lexington; two sisters, Dorothy Reynolds of Mackville and Ollie Gray Clark of Mt. Washington; a brother, Dalmon (Geraldine) Pinkston of Springfield; two grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Thursday, Feb. 16 at the Mackville Christian Church with Bro. Bill Minor and Bro. Jim Cooper officiating. Burial was in the Peter Cemetery in Mackville.

Pallbearers were: Justin Reynolds, Lynden Turner, Tommy Yankey, Kevin Russell, Lowell Peavler and Charlie Goatley. Honorary pallbearers were: Chad Pinkston, Matthew Pinkston, William Martin Russell, Harlan Burton, Leland Turner and Jacob Settles.

Carey & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

(HH Thu Feb 23, 2012)

 

ETHEL RANKIN

Ethel Adams Rankin, 80, of Danville, died Saturday, February 18, 2012.

She was born August 25, 1931 in Lancaster, to the late Ira G. and Della Keaton Adams.

She was a homemaker, former owner/manager of Rankin Mobile Home Supplies and Little Beaver Sports Shop. She was a charter member of Willow Grove Baptist Church.

Survivors include: her husband of 61 years, Clarence Lee Rankin, Jr.; three children, Brenda Semones (Carroll) of Harrodsburg, Larry "Bruce" Rankin (Linda) of Stanford and Bobbie Murphy of Danville; one brother, B.F. Adams of Nicholasville, and a sister, Joyce Ingram of Harrodsburg; six granddaughters, Joy Baker (Mark), LeCarol Vanoy (Brian), Jennifer Adams (Mike), Lisa McQueen (Doug), Sara Southerland (Jeff) and Bridget Rankin (fiancé' C. J. Lynn); eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, February 21, 2012, at the Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford. Revs. Lewis Walter and Johnny Thompson officiated the service. Burial was in Danville Memorial Gardens.

Casketbearers were Sara Southerland, Bridget Rankin, Lisa McQueen, Jennifer Adams, Bobbie Murphy and Linda Rankin.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be given to Gideon's International and or the American Cancer Association.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 23, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

ROSALINDE RUEHS

A memorial mass for Rosalinde K. Ruehs, 71, Harrodsburg, wife of Paul A. Ruehs, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 25, 2012 at the St. Andrew Catholic Church by Father Emmanuel Zamora.

Other survivors include: three sons, Erich L. (Angie) Ruehs of Harrodsburg, Karl F. Ruehs, Arizona, and Paulie (Ipek) Ruehs, Mt. Airy, MD; one sister, Margaret Lisowski, Chicago; one brother, Arthur Dammert, Switzerland; three grandchildren.

Arrangements by Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

(HH Thu Feb 23, 2012)

 

MICHAEL SALLEE

Michael James Sallee, 21, of Battle Road, Mackville, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2012 in a single automobile accident near Willisburg.

He was born on March 7, 1990 in Sarasota, Fla.

He was an employee of Wal-Mart of Lawrenceburg, where he worked in the tire and lub express.

Preceding him in death was his paternal grandfather, James Walter Sallee.

Survivors include: his father, James Michael Sallee of Mackville; his mother, Teresa Cortner of Wilkesboro, NC; one brother, Jesse Cortner of NC; one sister, Ashley Cortner of NC; his paternal grandmother, Delilah Settles Belcher of Mackville; his maternal grandparents, Litoriel and Martha Hernandez of Sarasota, FL; two uncles, Ronald and Perry Sallee, both of Mackville.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, February 21, at the Carey & Son Funeral Home in Springfield with burial in Peter Cemetery at Mackville.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 23, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

BETTY SCHALCK

Betty J. Derringer Colvin Schalck, 71, of Lexington, wife of Stan L. Schalck, died Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012. Born April 20, 1940, she was the daughter of the late James E. and Waisle Shewmaker Derringer.

Survivors other than her husband include two daughters, Justina (Edward) Bockey of Ohio and Gwen (Juan) Martinez of Lexington; two sons, Richard Colvin of Lexington and Owen (Cathy Lowe) Colvin of Harrodsburg; two brothers, Richard (Nikki) Derringer of Harrodsburg and Glenn Derringer of Mackville; three step-sons, Michael (Virginia) Schalck of Calif., David (Darla) Schalck of Silvergrove and Cory Schalck of Calif.; grandchildren, Justin Jones, Ashley Bugg, Zachary Bugg, Autumn Martinez, Dylan Colvin, Amanda Colvin Riley, Morgan Colvin, Jacob Schalck, Destri Bockey and Ashley Hamlett; and great-grandchildren, Alejandra “Ale” Escobar, Alexia Escobar, Rachel Carter, Troy Bugg, Steven Bugg, Kamdyn Riley, Malaki Colvin and Kaydence Riley.

She was preceded in death by a son, Justus “Jay” Colvin, III; and two brothers, Harry and Madison Derringer.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1 pm, Saturday, Feb 25 at Clark Legacy Center in Lexington, followed by a gathering of family and friends until 5 p.m.

Memorial donations may be made to the Markey Cancer Foundation and/or Hospice of the Bluegrass.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.clarklegacycenter.com.

(HH Thu Feb 23, 2012)

 

STANLEY STEVENS

Stanley Wayne Stevens, 61, of Parksville, died Monday, February 20, 2012.  

Born August 28, 1950, in Boyle County, he was a son of Mary Frances Cannon Stevens and the late Eugene Stevens. He was the husband of Margaritta Ann Reynolds Stevens.

He was a retired policeman and worked in law enforcement for the Danville, Harrodsburg Junction City and Lexington police departments. He was a minister since 1994 and was chaplain for the Boyle County Fire Department. He was a member of Junction City First Baptist Church and the Baptist Relief Mission. He was involved with the Masons of Franklin Lodge No. 46, the Oleika Shrine Temple, Fraternal Order of Police, American Legion Boyle Post, Disabled American Veterans and Veterans of Foreign Wars and was a Kentucky Colonel and Kentucky Admiral.

In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by: two daughters, Carol (Michael) Mesman and Jessica Adline (Charlie) Griffitts; a son, Tharen Elwood Stevens; two brothers, Larry (Brenda) Stevens and Gary (Connie) Stevens; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Ray (Sharon) Stevens of Stanford.

A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, 2012, at the Stith Funeral Home and Family Center in Junction City. The Rev. Ernest Martin, the Rev. Dale Denton and the Rev. Keith Willoughby will officiate.  

Pallbearers will be Tharen Stevens, Nathan Stevens, Charlie Griffitts, Jeremy Stevens, Sammy Reardon, Kenneth Reynolds Jr., T. J. Reynolds, Anthony Reardon, C. J. Howell and David Stevens.

Honorary pallbearers will be his grandchildren.

Visitation will be after 5 p.m. Thursday at the Stith Funeral Home in Junction City.  

 The family suggests donations to Junction City First Baptist Church, Alum Springs First Church of God Missions or Boyle County Fire Department. 

An online guestbook is available at www.stithfuneralhome.net.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 23, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

MICHELLE WATTS

Michelle K. Willmott Watts, 68, of Lincoln, Ill., died Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012 at her residence.

Born July 6, 1943 in Lexington, she was the daughter of the late Curtis Willmott III and Aimee Murray Willmott.

Survivors include a daughter, Kristina Clutter of Lincoln, Ill.; a son, Charles H. (Jonni) Bone of Decatur, Ill.; two sisters, Lisa Hisle and Jennifer Keller and two brothers, Curtis Simeon Willmott IV and Mark Harris Willmott, all of Harrodsburg; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Aimee Curtis “Missy” Chapman.

A memorial service was held Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Peasley Funeral home in Lincoln, Ill. with John Nelson Officiating.

(HH Thu Feb 23, 2012)

 

J. D. WHITE

J. D. White of ElkHorn, son of the late Wilbur White and Lillian Greer White, was born in Taylor County, Kentucky, March 19, 1933. He died at 9:53 P.M., Saturday, February 18, 2012 in Louisville, age 78.

He was a retired construction worker. He united in marriage to Marie Phillips December 19, 1951.

Besides his wife, Marie White, he is survived by one daughter and four sons and spouses: Mary Frances and Jim Fudge of Lexington, Robert Lee and Faye White of Kannapolis, NC, William Dean and Donna White of Columbia, Roy Curtis and Nancy White of Campbellsville, and Roger Lee and Kellie White of Burgin; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; three brothers and two sisters and spouses: Willie and Maxine White, Ralph and Eva White, and Raymond and Laura White of Campbellsville, Ramona and Hollis Parker of Lansing, IL, and Fredia and Roy Summers of Piqua, Ohio; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by one sister, Gladys Parker.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, February 22nd at the Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Dr. James Jones. Burial was in ElkHorn Cemetery

Pallbearers were Johnnie Lewis Parker, Johnny Ray Parker, Dean White, Jon White, Mark White and Shawn White.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the February 23, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

CALVIN WILEY III

Calvin Lee Wiley, III, 54, of Harrodsburg, died Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012 at his residence.

Born Oct. 16, 1957 in Harrodsburg, he was the son of the late Calvin Lee, Jr. and Lurleen Morris Wiley. He was an electrician with National Construction Workers. He previously  was employed by Horn Electric of Harrodsburg.

Survivors include an uncle, Louis “Van” (Carolyn) Wiley of Louisville; two aunts, Nancy (Don) Catlett of Washington and Jean C. Wiley of Lexington and several cousins.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 24 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Bro. Don Chase officiating. Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Visitation 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 at Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Harrodsburg Christian Church, 305 S. Main St., Harrodsburg, KY 40330

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Feb 23, 2012)

 

ROSE COLE

      Rose Mary Douglas Cole, 88, widow of Robert George Cole, died Wednesday, February 21, 2012.

      She was born in Lexington, to the late Mattie Lee Douglas on September 29, 1923.

      Mrs. Cole was a homemaker.

      She is survived by: 12 children, Wilma (Gene) Hall, Richmond, Mary Bruner, Nicholasville, Tommy Cole, Georgetown, George Franklin Cole, Lexington, Jennie (Jack) Hansel, Versailles, Sherman (Marie) Cole, Versailles, Leroy (Tina) Cole, Lexington, Wanda (Donald) Courtney, Versailles, Lisa Nelson, Versailles, Kathy (Micky) Bond, Harrodsburg, Willard (Chrissy) Cole, Lexington and Ricky Cole, Lexington; 34 Grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren and 10+ great-great-grandchildren.

      She is preceded in death by four children, Elieen Cole, William Wayne Cole, Weeks Lynn Cole and Eva Cummings.

      A memorial service will be Thursday, March 1, 2012 from 6 until 8 p.m. at the New Beginnings Church, 929 South Broadway, Georgetown, KY with Rev. Randall Gregory officiating.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the March 1, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

MORGAN FRENCH

Morgan French, 92, formerly of Mercer County,  died Friday, Feb. 24, 2012  in Plano, Texas.

Born Aug. 21, 1919 in Perryville, he was the son of the late Clifton and Mary Alice French and the widower of Maxine French. His family worked on various farms around Harrodsburg, in the 1920s and 1930s. He was an Army veteran and the last living survivor of the Bataan Death March. He was a member of the Vine Grove Baptist Church.

He is survived by two sons, Morgan (Mary Jane) French of Houston, Texas and Stewart (Anne) French of Dallas, Texas and two grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his, Maxine, two brothers and six sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, March 2 at the Vine Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow at the North Hardin Memorial Cemetery in Radcliff.

Visitation Friday, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home in Radcliff.

Memorial contributions may be made to Vine Grove Baptist Church.

(HH Thu Mar 1, 2012)

 

MORGAN FRENCH

Morgan French, a veteran of World War II and the Korean War, survivor of 40 months as an American POW in Japanese custody, loving husband and devoted father, died Friday, February 24th in Plano TX. He was 92 years old.

Morgan, who lived most of his working life in Radcliff, KY, was born on August 21, 1919, in Perryville KY. His family worked on various farms around Harrodsburg, KY in the 1920’s & ‘30’s. Morgan joined the Kentucky National Guard in 1937 to “get a break from farming”. Little did he know then that this was the beginning of a long and distinguished career in the U. S. Army. Morgan participated in the Louisiana Maneuvers in the summer of 1941, and following that, he, his brother, and 64 other men comprising the 38th Tank Company (later designated Company D, 192nd Tank Battalion), a National Guard unit from Harrodsburg, were deployed to the Philippine Islands in November 1941 to provide defense of the Philippines from Japanese forces.

Beginning on December 8, 1941, Morgan and the other men of Company D fought in the delaying action on the Bataan peninsula. Morgan was finally captured at Fort Drum in Manila Harbor on May 10, 1942. Morgan was taken from Ft. Drum to Bilibid Prison in Manila, and from there to Cabanatuan POW Camp where he stayed 5 months prior to being transferred on the Hell Ship, Nagato Maru, to Japan in late-1942. He was a POW in Japan from then until he was liberated by Allied Forces on September 10, 1945. Prior to his death, Morgan was the last surviving member of Company D, now known as the Harrodsburg Tankers.

Morgan returned to the United States in late-1945 and, after medical convalescence, returned to active duty in the U. S. Army. He served two tours in Korea, and upon returning home, married Maxine Milby of Greensburg in 1954. From that time until his retirement from the Army in 1962, Morgan served at various Army posts in the United States and Germany. He retired with 23 years’ military service, having earned the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and many other commendations. Following a short career in the civilian sector, Morgan returned to his favorite work as an instructor at the Armored School at Ft. Knox. He retired from Civil Service in 1984.

Morgan was an active member of the Vine Grove Baptist Church for many years. He enjoyed playing with his grandchildren during their visits every summer. He was a blue-blooded UK basketball and football fan, and enjoyed going to the games in Lexington. In retirement, he enjoyed working on projects around the house and on his property.

Morgan was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Maxine; his father and mother, the late Clifton and Mary Alice French of Harrodsburg, and two brothers and six sisters. Morgan’s brother, Edward, was killed-in-action in Bataan on April 22, 1942. He is survived by two sons and their wives, Morgan and Mary Jane French of Houston, TX, and Stewart and Anne French, of Dallas, TX; and two grandchildren, Edward Clifton French and Meredith Holly French, both of Baton Rouge, LA.

Visitation will be at the Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home (Radcliff) on Friday, March 2nd, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Following visitation, funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. at the Vine Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow at the North Hardin Memorial Cemetery in Radcliff.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Vine Grove Baptist Church.

      (Note: The above obituary provides additional information and was obtained from the funeral home.)

 

WALTER PATRICK

Walter Patrick, 85, of Lawrenceburg, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2012, at Central Baptist Hospital in Lexington.

He was the youngest of seven children born in Burgin, to the late William and Martha Shepherd Patrick.

After graduating in 1944 from Harrodsburg High School, Mr. Patrick joined the U.S. Army, where he served as a 1st Lieutenant with the infantry in the South Pacific during World War II.

Following his military service, Mr. Patrick enrolled in the University of Kentucky, and graduated with a law degree in 1951. Mr. Patrick opened his law office later that year in Lawrenceburg, where he served as an attorney until his retirement in 2010. During those years, Mr. Patrick served as attorney for the City of Lawrenceburg (1953 – 1970); attorney for the Anderson County Board of Education for several years; as Circuit Judge for the 53rd Judicial District (1970 – 1971), which includes Anderson, Shelby and Spencer Counties; Special Circuit Judge for the 50th Judicial District during the 1970’s; Special Circuit Judge for the 11th Judicial District in the late 1970’s; and on the Kentucky Bar Association’s Board of Governors from 1974 – 1977. He was also a farmer and owner and breeder of American Saddlebred horses, was a supporter of the American Saddlebred Museum in Lexington, and was a supporter of the Anderson Humane Society.

Mr. Patrick is survived by: his wife, Barbara; two children, Tandy Patrick of Louisville and Bill Patrick (Debbie) of Lawrenceburg; granddaughter Alexandria Carol Patrick; and nieces Betty Patrick Coleman of Harrodsburg, and Rhonda Patrick Toich and Kim Patrick of Cincinnati.

Mr. Patrick was preceded in death by his first wife, Nancy Shinnick Patrick.

A memorial in celebration of his life was held at the First Christian Church in Lawrenceburg, on Sunday, February 26, at 2:30 p.m.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Anderson County Scholarship Fund (tax deductible), 307 South Main Street, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, 40342; or the American Saddlebred Museum, 4083 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, Kentucky, 40511.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the March 1, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

LAURA SPRINGATE

Laura Patterson Springate, 88, widow of Paul Springate, died Sunday, Feb. 26, 2012 at the James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born July 3, 1923 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Charles T. and Mabel Davenport Patterson.  She was a former employee of Cricketeer, a member of the V.F.W. Ladies Auxillary, Hopewell Baptist Church and Harrodsburg Baptist Church.

Survivors include one son, Jack C. (Susan) Springate of Harrodsburg and one daughter, Judy (R. C) Sanders of Palm Coast, Fla.; four grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 29 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with John David Lane and Gary Story officiating. Burial was in Spring Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were with Jeff Sanders, Joe Sanders, Jamie Dunn and Chris Bostick.

Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Hospice, P.O. Box 213, Danville, KY  40423 and/or to one’s favorite charity.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Mar 1, 2012)

 

BUDDY TERHUNE

Harry Clay “Buddy” Terhune, IV, 55, of Harrodsburg, husband of Sandy Terhune, died Monday, Feb. 27, 2012, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.

Born Feb. 26, 1957 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late Harry “Sonny” and Carolyn Hanby Terhune III.  He was a farmer and a truck driver for Holland Transportation. He was a member of the New Providence Presbyterian Church, the International Brotherhood Teamsters Union #651, and the Guernsey Cattle Association.

Survivors other than his wife include a sister, Teresa (Herbie) Ashton of Harrodsburg; a brother, Stephen Terhune and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at  1 p.m., Thursday, March 1 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Gene Shields officiating.   Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Andy Ashton, Billy Cornelius, Arthur Elliott, Randy Scholtz, Ben Stratton, Tony Bast, Mac Mayes and Ricky Keller.

Visitation Wednesday after 4 p.m. at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

Memorial donations may be made to the Friends of Mercer County 4-H, 1007 Lexington Road Harrodsburg, KY 40330 or Shriners Hospitals for Children, 1900 Richmond Road, Lexington, KY 40502.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com.

(HH Thu Mar 1, 2012)

 

EUNICE WILEY

Mrs. Eunice F. Gritton Wiley, 70, of Harrodsburg, wife of Donald Wiley, died Monday, Feb. 27, 2012 at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center.

Born March 1, 1941 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late H. G. “Pig” and Bertha Lee Hurst Gritton.  She was retired from Cricketeer, and a member of the Shakertown Baptist Church.

Survivors other than her husband include one daughter Jennifer Walls of Stanford, and one son Christopher Wiley of Harrodsburg; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Gritton.

Funeral services will be conducted Friday, March 2 at 1 p.m. with Dr. Kenneth Whitehouse and Harry Wiley officiating.  Burial will be in Spring Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Zachary Wiley, Evan Walls, Lloyd Pickett, Brian Wiley, Keith Brown, Larry Coy, Nellus Estes and Jeff Coy.

Visitation 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday and after 7 a.m. Friday at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693-5120.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at  www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Mar 1, 2012)

 

FRANK YEAST

Frank Lynn Yeast, 84, of Frankfort, passed away February 27th, 2012, at his home following a long illness.

Born in Mercer County December 4th, 1927, he was the youngest child of Dan and Mattie Patterson Yeast.

Frank graduated from Harrodsburg High School. He entered the United States Army and served in the Military Police as a motorcycle officer, in Trieste, Italy during the Korean War. After his military service, Frank moved to Frankfort and went to work for Kawneer-a factory that made parts for airplanes. He met the love of his life, Janice, in January 1953. Married in August of that year, Frank started working for his brother “Tasty” in the Palm Meat Shop. He worked in his brother’s shop for 3 years, then accepted a job with South Central Bell in 1956. Frank retired as a cable repairman after 30 years of service with the company he fondly referred to as “Ma Ding-A-Ling.”

A master craftsman, Frank enjoyed working with many friends and relatives to repair and create new projects such as go-carts, unicycles, etc. He was a life member of Hiram Lodge #4F&AM, life member of the VFW, past member of Crestwood Baptist Church and current member of First Baptist Church at the Singing Bridge.

He is survived by: his wife, Janice Smith Yeast; one daughter, Marty (Bill) May; grandchildren, Zackary May, Kathryn May, David May and Charles May.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dan and Mattie Patterson Yeast; two sisters, Rosalyn (“Hick”) Cammack, Myrtie D. (Hillary) Sanders and three brothers, David Yeast, D. G. “Tasty” Yeast and Minor B. Yeast.

Funeral services for Frank will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 1, 2012, at Harrod Brothers Funeral Home. Dr. Bob Browning and Rev. Dan Crawley will officiate. Burial with military honors will follow at Frankfort Cemetery.

Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 until 8 p.m. with a Masonic service at 7:30 p.m. and Thursday from 11 a.m. until the service at 2 p.m.

Bearers will be Zackary May, David May, Charles May, Donnie Ray Smith, Louis Luckett and Wayne Moore. Honorary bearers will be Bobby Lynn Cammack, Mark Champion, John Sammons, Michael Simms and Pat Simms.

Flowers are welcome or expressions of sympathy are suggested to Hospice of the Bluegrass, 663 Teton Trail, Frankfort, KY 40601.

Arrangements are under the direction of Harrod Brothers Funeral Home.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the March 1, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

JANE BAILEY

Jane Katherine Bailey, 87, of Burgin, wife of Oldran Curtis Bailey, died Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2012.

Born June 2, 1924 in Paris, she was the daughter of the late William W. and Katherine Powell Lear. She was a member of the Burgin Christian Church and was a homemaker.

Survivors in addition to her husband include one son, David Curtis (Margaret) Bailey of Danville; two grandchildren, Katie Register and Curt Bailey, and one great-grandson, Tucker Bailey.

Services were held Saturday, March 3 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Tonya Tyler officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Curt Bailey, Johnathon Register, Rice Lear, Pat Lear, Chris Coffman and Bud VanArsdall.  Honorary bearers were A. T. Dean, Jr., Meredith Lear and Charles F. Goodlett.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Burgin Christian Church or Heritage Hospice.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Mar 8, 2012)

 

GLENDA BLEVINS

Glenda Rae Blevins, 61 of Waynesburg, widow of Robert Blevins, died Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.

Born Jan. 29, 1951, she was the daughter of Charles Homer and Elise Evelene Chandler Ball.

She will be remembered for her loving nature and as a wonderful mother and grandmother. She was a member of Liberty Baptist Church, was a training manger for Dollar General Stores and the manager of the Mt. Vernon Dollar General Store.

She is survived by three sons, Robert “Bob” Blevins of Pendleton, Ind., Charles Michael (Katie) Morgan of Science Hill and David Justin Blevins of Waynesburg; two daughters, Ida Ellen (Allen) Roberts of Harrodsburg and Stephanie Lynn (Patrick) Olson of Bemidji, Minn.; two brothers, Michael Ball of Anderson, Ind. and Victor Ball of Waynesburg; a sister, Sharon (Lonnie) Gooch of Eubank and three grandchildren, Corey Morgan, Gabriel Creech and Leopold Morgan.

She was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Martha Blevins, and a brother, Chuck Ball.

Services were held Monday, March 5 at Barnett and Demrow Funeral Home with Bro. Zandall Hastings officiating.  Burial was in Camp Nelson National Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Corey Morgan, Charlie Morgan, Larry Rucker, Robert Blevins, Michael Ball and Victor Ball.

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu Mar 8, 2012)

 

ETTA BROWN

Etta Webb Brown, 58, of Danville died Tuesday, March 6, 2012 in Danville.

Born May 1, 1953, in Boyle County, she was a daughter of the late Halton “Bunk” Webb and Henrietta Vaught Webb of Perryville. Etta was the wife of William “Bill” Brown.

Etta retired in 2009 as Vice President of Marketing for Deco Art in Stanford. She was a graduate of Danville High School and Durham Beauty School. Etta was a member of Perryville Baptist Church but attended Southside Christian Church in Harrodsburg. She loved crafts, working in her flower garden and reading. Etta loved spending time at the beach and cherished the times spent with her family while vacationing there. One of Etta’s greatest joys was being the proud mother to her three dachshunds.

In addition to her mother and husband, she is survived by: two sisters, Linda (Dwight) Conley of Perryville and Tammy (Donnie) Sallee of Mercer County; her mother-in-law, Thelma Brown of Harrodsburg; two sisters-in-law, Becky Taylor of Harrodsburg and Patricia Holland Of Louisville; one brother-in-law, Art Brown of Louisville; six nieces, Kimberly (Aaron) Jones, Mandy (Josh) Bradley, Karen Johnson, Christy Holland, Amy Bohanon and Susan Leffingfeld; two nephews, Jeff (Cortnie) Conley and John Holland; one great-niece, Jordan Conley and three great-nephews, Austin Bradley, Morgan and Matthew Jones. Etta is also survived by one special uncle, Jack Vaught.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday March 9, 2012, at the Wilder Funeral Home in Perryville with Rev. Matthew Robbins and Rev. Chuck Robinson officiating. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery, Perryville.

Visiting hours will be Thursday March 8, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers will be David Brown, Josh Bradley, Dwight Conley, Ricky Cattlet, Aaron Jones and Darrell Young.

Expressions of sympathy are suggested to Susan G. Komen For The Cure, Attn: Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, Texas 75265-0309.

You may visit Etta’s online guestbook at www.wilderfh.com.

      (This obituary was not included in the March 8, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

ILA BROWN

Ila James Rayfield Brown of Harrodsburg, widow of Coy Trice Brown, Sr., died Friday, March 2, 2012 at the Cleveland Manor Nursing Home in Cleveland, Okla.

Born May 5, 1920 in Weogulfka, Ala., she was the daughter of the late James M. and Minnie R. Massey Rayfield. She was a homemaker and an active member of the Harrodsburg Craft Club until 2000.

Survivors include four children Billie D. Morris of Hominy, Okla., Coy T. Brown, Jr. and  Ronald L. (Sandra) Brown of Virginia Beach, Va. and Judy G. (Doug) Bagan of Harrodsburg; one brother, John W. (Lucille) Rayfield of Glide, Ore.; 20 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a son, Donald G. Brown.

Visitation is from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, March 8 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home. Graveside services follow at 3:30 p.m. at the Spring Hill Cemetery with Rev. James Byrd officiating.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Mar 8, 2012)

 

CLYDE BURBERRY

Clyde Glenn Burberry, 79, died on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at his home on Old Frankfort Pike, near Midway.

He was born August 3, 1932 to George and Alice Burberry.

Survivors include: his wife, Barbara who survives; three sisters, Dorothy Hutchison of Georgetown, Becky Ellings of Corvallis, OR and Rachel Baldridge of Lexington. He is also survived by four sons and two step-sons, Clyde "Mac" Burberry of Mahomet, IL, Steve (Cathy) Burberry of and Mark (Trisha) Burberry, both of Harrodsburg, Les (Patti) Burberry of Maple Valley, WA, Jack Allen (Karen) White of Versailles and Tim (Michelle) White, both of Versailles. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, two sisters, and a step-daughter, Bobbi Connor.

Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 8, at the Kerr Brothers Funeral Home on Harrodsburg Road by his son, Mac Burberry and his nephew, Kent Conder.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, March 7, from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Ebenezer Cemetery in Mercer County.

Pallbearers will be his grandchildren.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Don MacBeth Memorial Jockey Fund, P.O. Box 18470, Encino, CA 91416.

      (This obituary was not included in the March 8, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

BRUCE GASKIN

W. Bruce Gaskin, 82, widower of Patricia Crawford Gaskin, passed away Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at his residence.

Born in Russell County, he was the son of the late C.A. and Opal Johnson Gaskin.

A U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict, Bruce was a graduate of the University of Kentucky and a retired state government CPA.

Survivors include: a brother, Quentin L. (Ruth) Gaskin of Harrodsburg; a sister-in-law, Susan (Saffell) Blackburn of Harrison County; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, E. Jeannie Burton.

Funeral services were held  Friday, March 2,  at the Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Harrodsburg Rd.

Entombment was in The Lexington Cemetery Mausoleum.

Memorials are suggested to: Lexington Humane Society, 1600 Old Frankfort Pike, Lexington, KY 40504 or First Baptist Church, Atlanta – In Touch Ministries, P.O. Box 7900, Atlanta, GA 30357 or to a church of one’s choice.

      (This obituary was not included in the March 8, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

KEVIN HARRIS

Kevin Lee Harris, 44 husband of Donna Maupin Harris, died Sunday, March 4, 2012

The son of Jesse and Brenda Shelton Harris, he was born June 25, 1967 in Lancaster, Kentucky.

He was a member of Watts Chapel Baptist Church and a former truck driver for R & R Farms in Harrodsburg. He was a veteran of the United States Army.

Survivors Include: his wife, Donna Maupin Harris; one daughter, Laura (Aaron) Jones of San Antonio, TX; one stepson, Brandon Lee Elam; his parents, Jesse and Brenda Shelton Harris; one brother, Jesse (Melissa) Harris of Versailles; two nieces, Kristen and Hannah Harris of Versailles.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at the  McKnight Funeral Home Chapel, Crab Orchard, with officiating ministers Bro. Dan Gutenson and Bro. Isaiah Super. Burial was in Crab Orchard Cemetery with military honors by the Caswell Saufley American Legion Post 18.

Pallbearers were Keith Brown, Phillip Harrison, Wathan Bottom, Terry Dyehouse, Butch Jenkins and Frankie Harris.

Honorary pallbearers were Connie Phillips, Roger Allen and Bill Shelton.

      (This obituary was not included in the March 8, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

DOROTHY KEY

Dorothy Gibson Key, 79, of Junction City, died Friday, March 2, 2012, in Danville.

Born March 29, 1933, in Mercer County, she was a daughter of the late Clarence and Mary Elizabeth Divine Gibson. She was the widow of Lawrence Key.

Dorothy was a retired employee of the Boyle County Board Of Education and spent the majority of her career at Junction City Elementary working in the cafeteria. She was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church and a 1951 graduate of Rose Hill High School in Mercer County. Dorothy was an avid antique collector and will always be remembered for her collection of salt and pepper shakers. She and her late husband, Lawrence, enjoyed flea marketing.

Survivors include: one son, Ricky (Vicki) Key of Lincoln County; one sister, Lora Mae Gibson Yankey of Harrodsburg; two grandsons, Ricky Key Jr. and Samuel (Stephanie) Key; and four great-grandchildren, Alexis, Haley, Seth and Ethan.

She was preceded in death by one son, Randall “Randy” Key; one great-grandson, Ricky Key III; five brothers, Melvin, Henry, Maurice, William “Bill” and Ralph Gibson; and three sisters, Leora Isham, Irene Shackelford and Margaret Long.

Services for Dorothy wee conducted Tuesday, March 6, 2012, at the Wilder Funeral Home by Rev. Bobby Estes, with burial in Beech Grove Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Ricky Key Jr., Samuel Key, Eugene and Kevin Divine, Dalton Coyle and Norman Turner.

Expressions of sympathy are suggested to Beech Grove Baptist Church.

      (This obituary was not included in the March 8, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

AIMEE NORMAN

Aimee Anne Akers Norman, daughter of Rev. John Shelley Akers, III and Sandra Alexander Akers, passed away on March 4, 2012 at her home in Charlotte, NC. She was 45.

Born in Lexington, KY Aimee Anne attended the Episcopal School of Dallas and graduated from Grimsley High School and The University of the South (Sewanee) with a major in political science. She began her career as a paralegal in Dallas, Texas. For the last 12 years of her life she has served as a member of the Christ Episcopal Church staff, including the last eight years where she served as the Church's Director of Outreach and Missions. During that time she helped to champion the causes of the homeless in and around Charlotte and was recently recognized as one of Charlotte's Unsung Heroes by the Charlotte Observer.

Besides her parents, she is survived by: her husband of 21 years, John Anderson Norman, II; two daughters, Alexandra Elizabeth Norman and Katherine Anne Norman; two brothers, John Hines Akers (Keisha Akers) and their children Owen, Olivia, Harrison and Hines and Alexander Hardin Akers.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Richard Alexander, Jr., Aimee Hines Alexander, Ann Hardin Akers, and John Shelley Akers, Jr.

A memorial service was held Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at Christ Episcopal Church, 1412 Providence Road. A private burial was held for family members prior to the service.

The family will receive guests in the church's All Saints Hall following the memorial service.

In lieu of flowers, charitable donations may be made to the Urban Ministry Center, 945 North College Street, Charlotte, NC 28206. Contributions may also be made to the Norman Children Education Fund and mailed to Park Sterling Bank, Attn: Ms. Eartha Frederick, PO Box 32727, Charlotte, NC 28232.

TH Robertson Funeral Service Lic. is serving the family. Please offer condolences at www.throbertson.com.
      (This obituary was not included in the March 8, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

ARVIN SHORT

Arvin Short, 85, of Salvisa, husband of Katherine Goodpaster Short, died Thursday, March 1, at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington.

Born March 21, 1926 in Mercer County he was the son of the late Benjamin and Cokie Carrow Short. He served during World War II in the Navy, receiving a Meritorious Commendation for boiler repairs he made during battle on the U.S.S. New Jersey.  He was a retired boiler operator from Kentucky Utilities and a long time farmer. He was member of Clay Lick Methodist Church.

Survivors in addition to his wife include one daughter, Donna Short Green and one son, Arvin Wayne “Buddy” (Glynda) Short; a brother, Carl Short; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Services were held Monday, March 5 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Terry Reffett and Anthony Cleary officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were DeWayne Short, Daniel Short, Keith Miller, Johnny Brown, Connie Short, Leigh-Ann Miller, La-Neen Brown, Letha Bradshaw, Kynleigh Grace Miller, Presley Lynn Bradshaw, Beau Thomas Brown and Peyton Leigh Bradshaw. Honorary bearers were Curtis Currens, Lloyd Duncan, Tommy Egbert, Eddie Thompson, Garnett Lynn Robinson, Kenny Goodpaster, John Alvin Goodlett, Herman Shyrock, Gary Hughes, Joe Hawkins and Randy Brackett.

Memorial contributions may be sent to the American Lung or American Heart Associations.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Mar 8, 2012)

 

MORGAN WHEELER

Morgan Wheeler, 85, of Harrodsburg, husband of Ida Jean Beeves Wheeler, died Thursday, March 1, 2012.

Born Feb. 21, 1927 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late Ben C. and Molly Lands Wheeler.  He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II, was a retired maintenance supervisor at ATR, and was a member of the Cornishville Christian Church where he served as a deacon. He was one of the first full-time fireman for the City of Harrodsburg and a former volunteer fireman.

Survivors in addition to his wife include two sons, Terry (Celia) Wheeler of Burgin and George (Susan) Wheeler of Harrodsburg; one daughter, Pamela Wheeler of Harrodsburg; two brothers, James (Lethia) Wheeler of Florence and Robert Wheeler of Cold Spring, seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, two brothers and a great-grandson.

Funeral services were conducted Sunday, March 4 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Scott Young and Ben Holiday officiating. Burial was in Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Alijah Mink, Ben Holiday, Tyler Baker, Mark Carey, Bobby Pall and Steve Baker.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Mar 8, 2012)

 

SUE ALEXANDER

Sue Alexander, 69, widow of John S. Alexander, died Sunday,  March 11, 2012 at her residence in Lexington.

Born Oct. 25, 1942 in Toledo, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Vivian Endicott.  She was a graduate of the University of Kentucky, a member of Tates Creek Presbyterian Church where she belonged  to the Golden Circle  and was a former member of Camp Nelson Presbyterian Church. She was a member of the Lexington Lions and Lioness Club and was very active in equine activities and memberships including:  the Central Kentucky Walking Horse Association, the Central Kentucky Ladies Auxiliary and Central Kentucky Riding for Hope. She was also a board member of both the Ohio Valley Walking Horse Association and the Mercer County Fair and Horseshow.

Survivors include a daughter, Becky (Dale) Sweet of Lexington; three grandchildren, Dillon Sweet of Lexington and Bethany and Jack Napier, both of Lincoln County; a sister, Vivian (Charles) Bork of Toledo, Ohio; two nieces, Sarah and Julia Bork, both of Wash.; a nephew, Andrew Bork of Toledo, Ohio; two brothers-in-law, Andrew Alexander and his family and James G. Alexander and his family and Karen Weyandt, a friend and her grandchildren’s caregiver.

She was preceded in death by a son, John Napier.

A graveside service and burial will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 15 at Spring Hill Cemetery in Harrodsburg with Rev. Mark Randle officiating.

Visitation Wednesday 4-9 p.m. at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home in Lexington.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lexington Lions Endowment Fund, Inc., 4101 Tates Creek Ctr. D, Lexington, KY  40517-3066.

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu Mar 15, 2012)

 

NORBERT BRAHM SR.

Norbert Lee Brahm, Sr., age 84, of Loretto, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2012 at Baptist Hospital East, Louisville.

Born December 8, 1927 in Chrisney, IN, he founded Brahm Trucking Service, Inc., and was a Loretto Businessman. Norbert was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Parish.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Nell Peterson Brahm, two sons, Jack Brahm and Baby Ben Brahm, four brothers, Bob (“Hank”), Gene, Raphael and Leroy Brahm.

Survivors include his children, Betty Ann (Marvin) Harned of Bardstown, Mary Sue (Joe) Smith of Burgin, Pat (Robby) O’Daniel of Lebanon, Lee (Theresa) Brahm of Loretto, Kathy (Bob) Abell of Lebanon, Ray Brahm and his friend, Linda Blair, Tom (Debbie) Brahm of Loretto, Bernadette (Mark) O’Daniel of Lebanon, Carolyn (Mike) Edberg of Loretto, Margaret (Mike) Reynolds of Louisville, Kim Brahm of Loretto, and Ricky Brahm of Loretto. Also a special part of his survivors include several grandchildren and great-granchildren.

Brothers, sisters surviving include: Mary Faye (Marvin) Welp of Schnellville, IN, Kathy (Harold) Thomas of Morganfield, Micky (Ron) Smith of Ferdinand, IN, Cleon (Pearline) Brahm of St. Meinrad, IN, Mildred Brahm, of Ferdinand, IN, Lucille Brahm of Ferdinand, IN, Catherine Rogers, Bill (Rosemary) Peterson, Angela Peterson, Fr. Gerald Peterson, Fr. George Peterson and Fr. Harry Peterson, Geraldine Peterson, Mary Frances Peterson and Bobby Peterson; and a  special friend, Evelyn Cissell.

Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at the Saint Francis of Assisi Church, Saint Francis, with interment to follow in the church cemetery. Rev. Gerald Peterson, Rev. Chris Allegra and Rev. R. Joseph Hemmerle will be the celebrants.

Visiting 2-9 p.m. Tuesday at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto, with prayers at 7 p.m.

Memorial donations may go to St. Augustine Scholarship Fund on behalf of Norbert Brahm scholarship, 658 Northland Drive, Lebanon, KY 40033 or The Caring Place, A Center for Abused Women and Children, Inc., PO Box 945, Lebanon, KY 40033

Pallbearers will be grandsons.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the March 15, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

RALPH CULP SR.

Ralph A. Culp, Sr., 87, of Burgin, widower of Lois Culp died Sunday, March 11, 2012 at his residence.

Born Oct. 7, 1924 in Johnstown, Penn., he was the son of the late Lloyd Victor and Louise Ann Moss Culp. He was a retired Supervisor of Nurses at the U.S. Narcotic Hospital in Lexington, former owner of the Dix Dam Boat Dock and a member of the Christian Missionary Alliance Church in Lexington. He was a World War II U.S. Army Veteran and was awarded the Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon with Three Bronze Stars.

He is survived by three sons, Ralph A. (Evelyn B.) Culp Jr. of Burgin, Timothy (Tina) Culp of Burgin and John (Connie) Culp of Petersburg; one brother, William (Betty) Culp of Belfonte, Penn., six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Elizabeth Wilson.

Visitation 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and from 7 a.m. until the time of service Thursday.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 15 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Dewayne Slusher, Dr. Ralph Neal and Bro. Fred Cummings officiating. 

Burial with Military Honors will be in the Shawnee Run Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers are J.T . Culp, Dewayne Slusher, David Burgess, Keith Munson, James Allen Motley, C.A. Shelley, Brad Stokes, Eli Culp, Isaiah Slusher and Jerry Thacker serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Harold Vinyard and Donnie Webb.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Thomson-Hood Veterans Center, 100 Veterans Drive, Wilmore, KY 40390.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Mar 15, 2012)

 

MARTHA DRURY

Martha Bernice Drury, 79, of Harrodsburg, died Thursday, March 8, 2012, at The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born Dec. 12, 1932 in Madison County, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Nina Barr Combs. She was a homemaker.

Survivors include  two daughters, Sharon Bradley and Elizabeth “Libby” Drury; two sons, Donald Wayne Drury and David Drury; one sister, Mary Ann Yocum, all of  Harrodsburg; nine grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday, March 10 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Dr. Robert Defoor officiating.  Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Allen Drury, Matt Drury, Scott Drury, Brandon Wilson, Jack Morgeson and Billy Yocum. Honorary bearers were Timmy and Travis Yeager.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com.

(HH Thu Mar 15, 2012)

 

JAMES LEWIS

James Milton Lewis, 89, of Harrodsburg, husband of Myrtle Lyons Lewis died Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at his residence.

Born Sept. 6, 1922 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late Oscar and Thelma Anderson Lewis. He was the owner and operator of Lewis’ Junk Yard, a farmer and a United States Army Veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Douglas Laws Post #52, American Legion and Benton Baptist Church.

Survivors in addition to his wife include three sons: Richard (Sue) Lewis of Burgin, Robert Leon (Donna) Lewis of Fla. and Jeffery (Diane) Lewis of Harrodsburg, four daughters: Judy Lewis, Gloria Harris, Pamela Stockton and Debra Harmon all of Harrodsburg, one sister: Thelma Votaw of Lexington and one half-sister: Mary Ross of Harrodsburg, sixteen grandchildren, twenty five great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, March 16, at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Dr. Ralph Neal officiating.

Burial with military honors will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers are Kenny Whiteside, Danny Bugg, Paul Lewis, Daniel Eldridge, Michael Lewis, James Dearing and John Harris. Honorary pallbearers are William B. Devine and Maurice Harmon.

Visitation is Thursday, March 15 from 5-8 p.m. and after 7 a.m. Friday until the service.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com .

(HH Thu Mar 15, 2012)

 

LEONA RIGGS

Leona F. Riggs, 90, of Millersburg, widow of the late Clifton Riggs, died Sunday March 4, 2012 at the Johnson Mathers Nursing Home, Carlisle.

A native of Millersburg, she was the daughter of the late Walter Brown Crump and the late Ada Lillian Stivers Crump Dwelly. She was a homemaker, a long time babysitter, and a member of the Millersburg United Methodist Church.

Survivors include: one son, Jerry (Becky) Riggs of Cynthiana; two daughters, and sons-in-law, Allen F. (David) Earlywine of Millersburg and Eva Jayne (Roy) Jones of Harrodsburg; six grandchildren, Jeffrey Earlywine, Christopher Purdy, Michael Purdy, Terri May, Lisa Moon and Jeremy Riggs; 17 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Imogene Crump of Millersburg and Colleen Crump of AR; one brother-in-law, Clark Earlywine of Millersburg; special friends, Dr. and Mrs. James Johnson and family, Bobby and Ruby Mann and Johnson-Mathers Nursing Home staff and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Donna Jo Flora, three brothers, Virgil L. Crump, Charles S. Crump and James Cyrus Crump, one sister, Dorothy Jo Earlywine and three step brothers, Ruall Dwelly, Leroy Dwelly and Kenneth Dwelly.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday March 7, 2012 at the the Millersburg United Methodist Church by Rev. Julian Hammonds, Rev. David Dupree and Bobby Mann. Burial was in Millersburg Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Jeremy Riggs, Cody Moon, Chris Purdy, Michael Purdy, Jeffrey Earlywine, Corey Earlywine and Allen Flora.

Honorary pallbearers weree grandchildren, great-grandchildren and the Millersburg United Methodist Church family.

The online guestbook is at www.Lusk-McFarland.com and a 24 hour funeral information line can be reached by calling 859-987-4387.

The funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Lusk-McFarland Funeral Home, 1120 Main St., Paris, KY, 859-987-2500.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the March 15, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

HAROLD WHITE JR.

Harold B. White Jr., 70, of Salvisa, died Thursday, March 8, 2012 at his home.

He was a retired truck driver and lived in Massachusetts before moving to Kentucky.

He is survived by two daughters, Leslie White of Louisville and Hope Wetzel of Goshen.

No local services were held. Ransdell Funeral Chapel was in charge of local arrangements.

(HH Thu Mar 15, 2012)

 

JUDSON BARRETT

Judson “Judd” Barrett, 72, of Harrodsburg, formerly of Twinsburg, Ohio, husband of Glenda Barrett, died Friday, March 16, 2012 at James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born Nov. 12, 1939 in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of the late Laurence and Betty Teter Barrett. He was a retired employee of TSE Communications in Raleigh, N.C., a former employee of the Harrodsburg City Police Department and Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home and former owner and operator of the Swirly Top Restaurant. He was employed at King Middle School as a custodian. He was a member and elder of the Harrodsburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church.

Survivors in addition to his wife include one son, Larry Barrett; one daughter, Kim Malusky of Twinsburg, Ohio; two brothers, Geoffrey Barrett of Burgin and Todd Barrett of Newberry, Ohio; two stepdaughters, Tina (Dale) Davis and Robin Kellogg, both of Harrodsburg; one stepson, James “Buddy” Pike of Harrodsburg; one sister-in-law, Barbara (Herbert) Cox of Harrodsburg, 12 grandchildren, one great-grandson and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Patty Barrett Woslowicz.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, March 19 at the Harrodsburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church.

Memorial donations may be sent to Heritage Hospice, 120 Enterprise Drive, Danville, KY 40422 or the Harrodsburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1113 Louisville Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Mar 22, 2012)

 

ADA DEAN

Ada Rebecca Walters Dean, 90, widow of Ralph Lee Dean, died Monday, March 19, 2012 at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center.

Born Feb. 21, 1922 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Lizzie Hayden Walters. She was a 1940 graduate of Burgin High School, a homemaker and worked at Corning Glass. She was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church and had attended Burgin United Methodist Church.

She is survived by a son, Robert Lee (Margaret Ann) Dean of Louisville; one granddaughter, Audra (Tom) Cranfill of Louisville; two great-grandchildren, Samantha and Joseph Cranfill and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by three sisters, Miley Tharp, Lettie Carr and Frances Carr.

Funeral services are at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 22 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Bro. Doug Lester officiating.  Burial is in Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Tom Cranfill, Johnnie Carr, Glendon Carr, Rufus Carr, Scott Carr and Tony Sexton.

Visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service Thursday.

Memorial donations may be made to Burgin United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 333, Burgin, KY 40310.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Mar 22, 2012)

 

CLARENCE GRIFFIN

Clarence Wesley Griffin, 73 of Crab Orchard, formerly of Harrodsburg, widower of Mattie Treadway Griffin, died Wednesday, March 14, 2012.

Born Dec. 26, 1938, he was the son of the late John Wesley and Tressie Denton Griffin.

Survivors include three brothers, Cecil Griffin, Arnett Griffin and Curtis Griffin; one sister, Josephine King; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a son, Ricky Griffin and a daughter, Sharon Perrin.

Services were held Sunday, March 18, with Bro. Joe Warren and Bro. Larry Moore officiating. Burial was in  Hustonville Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Kevin, Kenny and Timmy Griffin, David and Gary King, Robert Delaney and Harold Mullins.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.wlpruitt.com

(HH Thu Mar 22, 2012)

 

WILLIAM JONES

William Mark ‘Will’ Jones IV, 37, of Louisville, husband of Katie Hood Jones, died Thursday, March 15, 2012.

He was a teacher at North Oldham High School for nine years where he also coached football. He was a graduate of Pope High School in Marietta, Ga., received his BA from Hanover College and his Masters in Education from Bellarmine University. He was also a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity.

Survivors in addition to his wife include his parents, Mark and Terrie Jones; a son, William M. Jones V; grandmother, LaVerne Jones, in-laws Jack and Nancy Hood of Harrodsburg and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Jill Jones.

Memorial contributions may be made to the “Will Power” Student Scholarship Fund at North Oldham High School or the American Cancer Society.

(HH Thu Mar 22, 2012)

 

HERBERT LYONS

Herbert Leroy Lyons, 74, husband of Barbara Griffieth Lyons of Harrodsburg, died Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at his residence.

Born May 8, 1937 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late Herbert and Bessie Robinson Lyons. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, retired from Hayslett Mechanical Contractors, Inc. and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.

Survivors in addition to his wife include two sons, Herbert Eugene (Sarah) Lyons and Kayden Dylan Lyons, both of Harrodsburg; three daughters, Tammy Lyons, Vicky Lyons Warner and Bessie Marie (Nathan) Lindsay, all of Harrodsburg; five brothers Earl (Thelma) Lyons of Cornishville, Charlie and David Lyons, both of Harrodsburg, Donald (Pauline) Lyons of Rose Hill and Buford (Nora) Lyons of Lexington; four sisters, Wilma Jean (Marvin) Derringer, Wanda (Roger) Coslow, Joyce (Bobby) Blacketer and Rita (Clarence) Hicks, all of Harrodsburg; 11 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by one son, Timothy Lee Lyons and three brothers, Garnett, Lawrence and Pete Lyons.

Funeral services were conducted Saturday, March 17, at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Bro. Jesse Thomas, Dr. Kenneth Whitehouse and Bro. Rick Bolton officiating. Burial with Military Honors was in Burgin Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers were James Drury, Bobby Joe Blacketer, Barry Slaven, Charles Hicks, Dustin Griffin and Danny Lee Robinson. Honorary pallbearers were Kevin Sallee, Greg Bowman, Alex Derringer, Earl Wayne Baker, Earl Lyons, Jr., Nathan Lindsay and Matt Baker.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Mar 22, 2012)

 

CHRISTOPHER MCGEE

Christopher Allan McGee, 39, died Friday, March 16, 2012.

Born June 26, 1972, he was the son of Jack and Linda McGee.  He graduated from Lafayette High School in Lexington and went on to graduate from the University of Central Florida with a degree in journalism.  He then moved to New York City and received his Juris Doctor degree from New York Law School.

He is survived by his parents, Jack and Linda McGee; his brother, James (Dawn) McGee; his nieces and nephews, Drew McGee, Nick McGee, Sammy MacFarlane and Cameron MacFarlane, as well as many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral service is 12:30 p.m. Thursday, March 22 at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home in Lexington with Ronnie Hupp officiating. Burial will be in Spring Hill Cemetery

Visitation 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu Mar 22, 2012)

 

JUANITA NOLAND

Juanita Noland, 70, of Harrodsburg died Monday, March 19, 2012, at the UK Hospital in Lexington.

She was born September 22, 1941 in Stanford, to the late Mack Edward and Pearl Hale Phillips. She was the widow of Bobby Noland.

Juanita worked in the Crab Orchard Elementery School Lunchroom for 23 years, she also enjoyed her flowers, reading and working crossword puzzles.

Survivors include: her children, Robin (Mark) Watts of Harrodsburg, Anthony Noland of Crab Orchard and Michael Noland of Irvin; one sister, Bessie Ellis of Harrodsburg; four brothers, Robert Phillips of Harrodsburg, Elberta Phillips of Crab Orchard, Allen Phillips of Alexandria and Phillip Phillips of Harrodsburg; two grandchildren, Heather King and Brady Lear; one great-granddaughter, Paisley King; several nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, March 23, 2012, at the Spurlin Funeral Home in Stanford. Reverend Dan Gutenson will be officiating. Burial will be in Buffalo Springs Cemetery.

Visitation will be Thursday, March 22, 2012, from 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home chapel.

Memorials in Lieu of flowers may be given to the American Heart Association.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the March 22, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

BILLIE SHIRLEY

Billie Sue Shirley, 62, of Waynesboro, Miss., formerly of Harrodsburg, wife of Steve Shirley, died Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at her residence.

She was the daughter of the late J. B and Rubye Payne Smithey. She was a member of First Pentecostal Church of Waynesboro, worked as a teacher’s assistant at Lighthouse Christian Academy and was a homemaker. She was a graduate of Burgin High School.

Survivors in addition to her husband include one son, Stephen Trevor (Elizabeth) Shirley of Waynesboro, Miss.; one daughter, Brandy Marie Edwards of Waynesboro, Miss.; two sisters, Jeanette Milburn and Betty Jo Sanders, both of Harrodsburg; two half-sisters, Melanie Smithey of Ohio and Jennifer Smithey of North Carolina and four grandchildren

She was preceded in death by a sister, Anna Reed.

Funeral services were held Saturday, March 17, at the Chapel of Freeman Funeral Home in Waynesboro, Miss. with Rev. Dwayne Lofton, Rev. Ricky Williams and Rev. Matt Olson officiating. burial was in White House Cemetery in Waynesboro.

(HH Thu Mar 22, 2012)

 

FLORENCE WATERS

Florence Preston Waters, 88, of Harrodsburg, wife of V. C. Waters Jr, died Wednesday, March 14, 2012.

Born in Lexington, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Addie Neff Preston. She was a member of First Christian Church in Lexington.

Survivors in addition to her husband include three sons, V. C. “Mickey” (June) Waters of Carmichaels, Penn., Glen P. (Ruth) Waters of Harrodsburg and Ronnie (Deidre) Waters of Lexington; sister, Catherine Bastin of Gainesville, Fla.; five grandchildren and two great- grandchildren.

Services were held Monday, March 19 at Milward-Southland, with Joe Cooper officiating.  Burial was at Camp Nelson National Cemetery.

Pallbearers were V. C. “Mickey” Waters, Glen P. Waters, Ronnie Waters, Kevin Waters, Mack Compton and Kelly Bugg.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.milwardfuneral.com.

(HH Thu Mar 22, 2012)

 

DRUE WEAREN

Drue Wearen, 92, of Berea, formerly of Harrodsburg, widow of George  Wearen, died Friday, March 16, 2012, at the The Terrace in Berea.

Born Nov. 22, 1919 in Cynthiana, she was the daughter of the late Ira and Mary Darnell Gray.  She was a member of the of the Harrodsburg United Presbyterian Church and a lifetime member of the Bright Leaf Golf Club where the Drue Wearen Tournament is played annually.

Survivors include two daughters, Margo (David) Carey of Ariz. and Diane (Jerry) Joyner of Richmond; one brother, Julian Gray of Cynthiana; one grandchild and two great- grandchildren.

Graveside services are at 1 p.m., Thursday, March 22 at the Spring Hill Cemetery with Andy Wing officiating.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Bocas School Project - Panama, One World’s Children Fund, 1016 Lincoln Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Mar 22, 2012)

 

 

CHARLES BUTLER

Charles “Dick” Butler, 76, of Harrodsburg, husband of Linda Lou Bottoms Butler, died Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at the Harrodsburg Health Care Center.

Born June 23, 1935 in Harrodsburg, he was the son of the late John R. and Rose Lee Bottoms Butler. He served in the Army and Army Reserves.  He was a retired manager of Speedway.

Survivors in addition to his wife include a daughter, Lee Ann Clarkson; two sons, Mike Butler and Steve (Karen) Butler, all of Harrodsburg; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Joyce Ann Brown and Rosemary (Jasper) Spurlock.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 29 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with James Harley and Hillary Claypool officiating.  Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers are: Kyle Butler, Michael Butler, Levi Butler, Paul Butler, Scott Butler and John Brown.

Visitation 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International, P.O. Box 176, Harrodsburg, KY  40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Mar 29, 2012)

 

WILLIAM DARLAND

William Carlton Darland, Jr., 62, of Burgin, husband of Margaret Ann Eggen Darland, died Sunday, March 25, 2012 at his home.

Born Nov. 1, 1949 in Samuels, he was the son of the late William Carlton Sr. and Bessie Hall Darland of Harrodsburg. He was a 1966 graduate of Harrodsburg High School and later graduated from Eastern Kentucky University. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War and was a Kentucky state government health administration employee.

Survivors in addition to his mother and wife include one son, Clay Baxter of Frankfort; one sister, Kathy (Don) Meredith of Louisville and two nieces, Bianca (Mike) Underwood of Louisville and Randi David Smith of Brooksville.

A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 1 at the Mercer County Senior Citizens Center with a balloon release set for 3:30 p.m. There will be no visitation. Sims Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Hospice, 120 Enterprise Drive, Danville, KY, 40422.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.simsfuneralservices.com.

(HH Thu Mar 29, 2012)

 

CHRISTOPHER MCGEE

Christopher Allan McGee, 39, died Friday, March 16, 2012.

Born June 26, 1972, he is the son of Jack and Linda McGee. He graduated from Lafayette High School and was a soccer All American and Homecoming King. He was admired for his athleticism, and loved for his wit and kindness. He went on to graduate from the University of Central Florida with a degree in journalism. He then moved to New York City and received his Juris Doctor degree from New York Law School.  He was also a proud, card-carrying and active member of the KISS Army. He was an outstanding son, brother, uncle, mentor, coach, advisor, and friend.

Survivors include his parents, Jack and Linda McGee; his brother, James (Dawn) McGee; his nieces and nephews, Drew McGee, Nick McGee, Sammy MacFarlane and Cameron MacFarlane, as well as many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral service were held  Thursday, March 22 at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, 3421 Harrodsburg Rd., Lexington, with Minister Ronnie Hupp officiating. Burial was in Spring Hill Cemetery.

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu Mar 29, 2012)

 

JUANITA NOLAND

Juanita Noland, 70, of Harrodsburg, widow of Bobby Noland, died Monday, March 19, 2012, at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington.

Born Sept. 22, 1941 in Stanford, she was the daughter of the late Joe Mack and Pearl Hale Phillips. She worked in the Crab Orchard Elementary School Lunchroom for 23 years.

Survivors include a daughter, Robin (Mark)Watts of Harrodsburg; two sons,  Anthony Noland of Crab Orchard and Michael Noland of Irvine; one sister, Bessie Ellis of Harrodsburg; a stepsister, Janie Morgan of Louisville; four brothers, Elberta Phillips of Crab Orchard, Allen Phillips of Alexandria, Robert and Phillip Phillips, both of Harrodsburg; two grandchildren,  one great-granddaughter and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Friday, March 23 at Spurlin Funeral Home with  Rev. Dan Gutenson officiating.  Burial was in Buffalo Springs Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Tony Noland, Mark Watts, Clayton King, Mike Collins, Daniel Phillips and Robert Allen Phillips.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

(HH Thu Mar 29, 2012)

 

ALICE PANKEY

Alice Frances Pankey, 71, of Harrodsburg, widow of William Thomas Pankey, died Thursday, March 22, at Central Baptist Hospital in Lexington.

Born Nov. 3, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Ed and Mary Helen Stone Roberts. She was a retired Matsushita factory worker and a member at Deep Creek Baptist Church.

Survivors include three grandchildren, Lauren Kays, Jennifer Pankey and Chad Pankey; one great-grandchild, Logan Clayton; three nieces, Teresa Carmickle, Sharon Roberts and Donna Roberts Horn and a nephew, David Roberts.

She was preceded in death by two sons, James William and Edward Robert Pankey and a brother, Edward Donald Roberts.

Funeral services were held Sunday, March 25 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Bill Perkins officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Jimmy Caudill, David Bottoms, Richard Steele, Steve Proctor, David Roberts, Chris Horn, Ben Sharp and Casey Spencer. Honorary bearers were Ronald Trayner, Logan Clayton, Patrick Horn, Chad Pankey, and Lathan Roberts.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com.

(HH Thu Mar 29, 2012)

 

CAROL SHORT

Carol F. Short, 60, wife of Elder J.D. Short III, died Saturday, March 24, 2012 at her home.

Born Jan. 8, 1952 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late Leroy and Catherine Dunn Yeast. She was a 1970 graduate of Harrodsburg High School, was a former employee at Cricketeer Manufacturing and Aunt Gravy’s restaurant and a member and first lady of Centennial Baptist Church, where she was a leader of the Women’s Fellowship and was a member of the Usher Board.

Survivors other than her husband include: two sons, Terry (Tiffany) Yeast of Harrodsburg and Nicholas (Jessica) Short of Burgin; one daughter, Yolanda (Orlando) Mays of Harrodsburg; six brothers, Butch Payne of Lawrenceburg, William “Bo” (Missy) Yeast, Robert “Robbie” Yeast, Steve Yeast  and Nick (Debra) Yeast,  all of Harrodsburg; George (Dana) Yeast of Danville; two sisters, Catherine (Sam) Wheat and Bobbi Jo (Nate) Bean, both of Harrodsburg; eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, March 27 at the Harrodsburg Baptist Church with Elder J.D. Short III and Donald Wayne Smith officiating. Burial was in Maple Grove Cemetery.

Pallbearers were: Duce Jones, Russell Mays, Trevor Short, Donald Wayne Smith, Craig Yeast, James Yeast, Jordan Yeast, Julius Yeast, Larry Yeast and Nick Yeast.

Honorary bearers were Deacons of the Centennial Baptist Church and Kevin Kimble. Sims Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.simsfuneralservices.com.

(HH Thu Mar 29, 2012)

 

MARGARET SPIRES

Margaret Ann Wilham Spires, widow of Edward Spires, died Sunday, March 25th at Ft. Logan Hospital, Stanford.  Margaret had been ill for several years.

Margaret and her beloved Ed made their home in Georgia for 35 years until Ed’s death in 1997, and her sister, Ruth Young’s death in 1998.  Margaret then moved back to Kentucky, to be close to family, and settled in Stanford.  Margaret attended Burgin United Methodist Church with her sister, other family members and her good Christian friends.  Margaret was the daughter of the late Truman Wilham and Helen Wilder Cole.

Margaret is survivied by her sister, Patsy W. Hayslett; a sister-in-law, Jeannette Mullins; a brother-in-law, Burt Spires; many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Wednesday beginning at 11 a.m. until time for the funeral service at 2 p.m. at Spurlin Funeral Home Stanford.  The service will be led by Brother Doug Lester, burial will be in Mt. Moriah Christian Church Cemetery, next to her love, Ed.

Casketbearers will be Brian Bartley, Luke Austin, Sherman Camden, II, Fred Robinson, Adam McRay, Alex McRay and Jerry Mullins.

Remembrances may be given to the Burgin United Methodist Church and or the Mt. Moriah Christian Church.

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu Mar 29, 2012)

 

DONNA STINNETT

Donna Sue Stinnett, 63, of Stanford, formerly of Harrodsburg, wife of Larry Stinnett, died Thursday, March 22, 2012 at her residence.

Born Dec. 29, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Edwin and Hazel Shannahan Boswell. She was an employee of Modine where she retired after 27 years of service.

Survivors in addition to her husband include a son, Brian Carter of Harrodsburg; two step-sons, Larry (Sherry) Stinnett of Garrard County and Stephen Stinnett of Harrodsburg; two daughters, Dana Carter Broce and Christy (Steven) Carter Floyd, both of Stanford; one step-daughter, Michelle (Dean) Lewis of Lancaster; one sister, Diane Hilvers of Florida, 10 grandchildren and one great -grandchild.

Funeral services were conducted Sunday, March 25 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Vola Brown officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were Richard Stinnett, Dillon Stinnett, Jimmy Stinnett, Bill Klop, Chris Smith and Timmy Stinnett.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Mar 29, 2012)

 

ROBERT WILHAM

Robert “Bobby” Wilham, 79, of Harrodsburg, husband of Alma Hume Wilham, died Sunday, March 25, 2012 at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville.

Born Sept. 10, 1932 in Harrodsburg, he was the son of the late Maurice Wilham and Lattie Murphy Wilham. He was a self employed painter and served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church, the VFW, American Legion and the Bluegrass Gas & Steam Organization. He was also a Kentucky Colonel and a Mason.

Survivors in addition to his wife include two step sons, Robert (Darcy) Phillips of Harrodsburg  and Charles Hayden Phillips of Lexington:, five step grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, three step  great-great-grandchildren  and several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, March 28 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Bro. James Harley officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery with Military Honors. Pallbearers were Larry Wilham, Justin Wilham, John Phillips, Ronnie Hume, Larry Dale Hume and Mike Hume.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Mar 29, 2012)

 

 

SUE ACTON

Sue Wall Acton, 69, of Eubank, passed away, Saturday, March 31, 2012, at Danville Center for Health and Rehabilitation following a long illness.

Born May 16, 1942, in Eubank, she was a daughter of the late Emery Russell and Della Faye Wall. She was the oldest of seven children.

She was a farmer, homemaker, a 4-H leader for 17 years, and she attended Cuba Community Church of God. She loved spending time with her children and teaching all ages in Vacation Bible School. She also loved watching NASCAR racing, working on genealogy, talking and spending time with her grandchildren, talking on the phone to friends and family and she loved family reunions and get-togethers. She never met a stranger. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.

Survivors include: three children, Tommy (Pam) Acton, Billy Acton and Nancy (Brian) Hargis, all of Eubank; four grandchildren, Aaron Acton, Marissa Acton, Lindsey Hargis and Kelsey Hargis; a great-grandchild, John Jefferson Lee Acton; a brother, Jackie Lee (Phyllis) Wall of Eubank; and four sisters, Marie (Jerry) Scott of Harrodsburg, Pat Morris of Eubank; Melva (Tom) Palmer of Waddy, and Barbara (Gary) Thompson of Eubank. She leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

She was proceeded in death by her parents, and one brother, James Wall.

A funeral service was held Wednesday, April 4, 2012, at the chapel of Morris & Hislope Funeral Home in Science Hill with Bro. Bradley Goforth and Bro. Troy Roberts officiating. Burial was in Etna Cemetery.

The family requests expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Gideon Memorial Bible Plan.

Morris & Hislope Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.morrisandhislope.com.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 5, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

LAVERNE BRITTON

Laverne Britton, 90, of Harrodsburg, widow of Ralph Britton, died Monday, April 2, 2012.

Born Feb. 8, 1922 in Washington County, she was the daughter of the late James Irvin and Madie Lee Long. She was a homemaker, a cattle farmer, a former employee of  HallMack and a member of Carpenter’s Christian Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Linda (Dwayne) Quarles of Lubbock, Texas and Jan (Larry) Peyton of Harrodsburg; one sister, Lavona L. Moody of Louisville; one brother, Maurice Long of Lexington; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Services are today, Thursday, april 5 at 2 p.m. at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Perry Dressler officiating. Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Gary Griffieth, Gerald Long, Kevin Long, Randy Shewmaker, Hanley McMullin and Alan Britton.

Visitation Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Carpenter’s Christian Church, 1340 127 Bypass, Harrodsburg, KY 40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 5, 2012)

 

JANE GAINES

Jane Purcell Gaines, 92, of Lexington, formerly of Harrodsburg and Hallandale, FL, and widow of Earl D. Gaines, died Saturday, March 31, 2012.

She was born October 21, 1919 in Lexington to the late William P. and Margaret McCrystal Purcell.

Jane is survived by: her daughters, Barbara (John) Cooley and Carol (Tom) Woods, both of Lexington; grandson, Dan (Crystal) Cooley of Lexington; great-grandson, Hutton Cooley; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Marjorie P. Trammell.

Clark Legacy Center in Brannon Crossing was in charge of arrangements..

Funeral Mass was conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 4 at Pax Christi, followed by burial at Lexington Cemetery.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 5, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

MARCELLA GORDON

Marcella Brown O’Connell Gordon, 69, of Frankfort, passed away Thursday, March 29, 2012, at her home.

She was born October 15, 1942, in Mercer County, one of ten children born to the late Sherman Lee and Francis Richardson Brown.

She retired after 28 years of service with the Kroger Company.

She is survived by: her husband of 16 years, Ronald Louis Gordon, Sr.; children, Steve O’Connell (Shellie), Patrick O’Connell (Karen), Angie O’Connell Moore (Eugene), Ron Gordon, Jr. (Teresa); eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Services for Mrs. Gordon wwere held Monday, April 2, 2012, at the Harrod Brothers Funeral Home. Pastor Steven Stutsman and Brother Greg Moore officiated. Burial followed in Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers were Josh Moore, Chase Logan, Joseph Brown, Sam Gaines, Josh Gaines and Keenan Bishop.

Honorary bearers were Alyssa Moore, Erica O’Connell, Amanda Moore, Brooke O’Connell, Tanner Brown, Ben O’Connell, Christian Gordon and Kate O’Connell.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy are suggested to Hospice of the Bluegrass, 663 Teton Trail, Frankfort, KY 40601.

Arrangements were under the direction of Harrod Brothers Funeral Home.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 5, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

IRENE HAMBRIGHT

M. Irene Kone Hambright, 88, of Bellefonte, Penn., widow of Jake Hambright, died March 28, 2012.

Born, April 10, 1923 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late McKinley and Martha B. Anness. She was a member of the Circle Six and Friendship Class at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in State College, Penn. and the church’s bible study and prayer group.

She is survived by four daughters, Sherry (Rick) Horn of Cogan Station, Penn.; Martha (Tom) Kone Capparelle of Bellefonte, Penn.; Jane (Jim Lynch) Kone of Howard, Penn. and Tracey (Alan) Leitzell of Bellefonte, Penn.; a step son, Joe (Barb) Hambright of Florida; one sister, Rosa (Sherman) Votaw of Valdosta, Ga. and a brother, McKinley (Margaret) Anness, Jr. of Harrodsburg; eight grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Martin; an infant son;  a grandson, Ray North, Jr., and a great-granddaughter.

Services were conducted Saturday, March 31 at the  Wetzler Funeral Home with Pastor Rick Wilson officiating. Burial was at the Birch Hill Cemetery in Burnham, Penn.

Memorial contributions may be made to either St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 109 McAllister St., State College, PA 16801 or Home Nursing Agency Healthcare, 450 Windmere Dr., Suite 100, State College, PA 16801.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com.

(HH Thu Apr 5, 2012)

 

OPAL JOHNSON

Opal Johnson, age 82, was called to her eternal rest on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at Harrodsburg Health Care Center, Harrodsburg, Kentucky.

She was born March 15, 1930 in Green County, Kentucky, and was the daughter of the late John Frank Ford and Audrey Mae Cowherd Ford.

Opal was married to the late James E. Johnson Sr. and through this union they were blessed with fourteen children. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, sister and grandmother.

Opal was a faithful and dedicated woman of God. She was baptized at an early age and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and later moved her membership to First Baptist Danville, under the pastorate of the late Rev. P.A. Carter. She was a member of the Glee Club, Mass Choir and the Pastor’s Aid. Opal was a Kentucky Colonel and a former Employee of Kentucky Candies and retired from Bank of Danville after 25 years of service.

She leaves to cherish her memory four daughters, Gloria Frye, Louisville, Bonita Ramzy, Sacramento, CA, Vivian (Joe) Troxler and Audrey Johnson, both of Danville; 10 sons, James (Kay) Johnson, Campbellsville; Lonnie (Sandra) Johnson, Rock Hill, SC, Tyrone Johnson, San Diego, CA; Michael Johnson, Rodney (Debbie) Johnson, Danville; Timothy (Rose) Johnson, Corey (Tia) Johnson, Ernie Johnson, all of Lexington, Dwight (Roraima) Johnson, Ocala, FL and Darryl Johnson, Poughkeepsie, NY; one brother, Cecil Ford Sr., Danville; 41 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren; also a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friend.

She was preceded in death by her sisters, Lucille, Geraldine, Eunice and Ruby. Her brothers, Chester, Luther, Otis, Lawrence, Gerald and Walter.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church Monday, April 2.

Smith-Jackson Funeral Home in Danville, was in charge of arrangements.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 5, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

JOHN  LANDRUM

John VanBever “Van” Landrum, 52,  of Harrodsburg, husband of Joy May Watts Landrum and son of James and Vivian Landrum, died Friday, March 30, 2012.

Born Sept. 18, 1959 in Harrodsburg, he was a farmer and a member of the Harrodsburg United Methodist Church, where he served as chairman of the board of trustees. He attended the College of Agriculture at Eastern Kentucky University and was a member of the Mercer Cattlemen’s Association.

Survivors in addition to his wife and parents includee three children, Sara Catherine Landrum, Alex VanBever Landrum and Eli William Landrum and a brother, William Bibb Landrum of Los Angeles, Calif.

A celebration of life service was held Wednesday, April 4  at the Immanuel Baptist Church with Ken Klemme and Dr. Harold Best officiating. Burial was in the Burgin Memorial Garden.

Pallbearers were: Gordon Hensley, Michael Watts, Austin Myers, Ty Van Myers, Thomas Tye, Chris Watts, Tom Baughman, Eddie Horn and John White. Honorary bearers were Bobby Watts, Donald Ray Baker, Josh Horn, Dennis Wade, Connie Mink, Jimmy Patterson, Jeff Rion, Bill Wheeler, Coy Coffman and Brent Combs.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Kentucky Christian School, 1501 Danville Rd., Harrodsburg, KY 40330 or Mercer County FFA Chapter, C/O Mercer County Senior High School, 1124 Moberly Rd., Harrodsburg, KY 40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 5, 2012)

 

JOHN LANDRUM

Mercer County Man Dies In Friday Collision

A Mercer County man, John Van Beuer Landrum, 52, died in a car/tractor collision Friday night.

Both vehicles were traveling south on U.S. 127 at approximately 10 p.m. when the car, driven by a male juvenile, rearended the tractor, driven by Landrum about 50 yards north of Stone Oak Apartments.

Landrum was driven to The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital where he died from his trauma related injuries at 10:30 p.m.

The male juvenile and a female juvenile passenger in the car were not injured. Police did not release the names of the juveniles.

Kentucky State Police will be assisting the Harrodsburg Police Department in their investigation of the accident.

Ptl. Jeff Pierce was at the scene Friday evening.

"This investigation is not complete, but rest assured, we're doing everything by the book," said Pierce. "We look to have more information on the incident in the coming weeks."

Alcohol and drugs are not thought to be a factor in the accident, and no charges have been filed at this time.

Landrum was a farmer and a member of the Mercer County Cattleman's Association and the Harrodsburg United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Joy May Watts Landrum; parents, John W. and Vivian Van Bever of Harrodsburg, three children and a brother.

(HH Thu Apr 5, 2012)

 

DAVID NUGEN

David Nugen, 78, of Harrodsburg, husband of Rose Mary Nugen, died Sunday, April 1, 2012 at his residence.

Born Sept. 14, 1933 in Beckley W.V., he was the son of the late Everett and Alma Ennis Nugen. He served during the Korean War in the US Army and was a US Corp of Engineers Geologist for 42 years.

Survivors in addition to his wife include two daughters, Elizabeth (Joe) Cheatham of Harrodsburg and Lynn Slugantz of Kansas City, Mo.; one sister, Betty Cutlip of Radford, Va. and one brother Everett Nugen of Columbus, Ohio; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life services will be conducted at 2 p.m., Friday, April 6 at Sims Funeral Services with Beverly Carter officiating. There will be no visitation.

Memorial Contriubutions may be sent to Danville Heritage Hospice, P.O. Box 1213, Danville, KY 40423.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.simsfuneralservices.com

(HH Thu Apr 5, 2012)

 

JAMES REED

James Edward Reed, 85, of Burgin, widower of Dorothy Harrison Reed, died Saturday, March 31, 2012 at his daughter’s residence.

Born Oct. 3, 1926 in Stanford, he was the son of the late Oscar and Maggie Adam Reed. He was a member of the Burgin Baptist Church, the Burgin Baptist Adult Men’s Sunday School Class and was  a retired University of Kentucky Agricultural Technician.

Survivors include two daughters, Maxine Wilson and Darlene Lister, both of Danville; two stepsons, J.W. West of Somerset and Howard West of Burgin, 14 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by one step daughter, Stella Ann Simpson; four sisters, Bessie Cook, Mildred King, Bertha Warner and Della Fischer and four brothers,  Raymond, Robert, Jessie and Sammy Reed.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, April 3 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Bro. Carl McCray officiating. Burial was in the Bellevue Cemetery. Grandsons served as pallbearers.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Apr 5, 2012)

 

VIRGINIA RUSSELL

Virginia S. Russell, 90 of Hill N Dale, Lancaster, passed Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at her residence.

She was born Wednesday, January 18, 1922 in Garrard County to the late Robert F. and Ethel Malear Scott.

She was a fifth grade school teacher and was of the Methodist faith. Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her husband; Willard Russell, and a sister; Clara Scott.

Survivors include: two brothers; Robert J. Scott (Karen) of Austin, TX and Charles Scott (Sue Carol) of Harrodsburg; two sisters, Mary Claxton (James) of Frankfort, Ky, Doris Vanderhoof (the late Harold) of Russell; nieces, Cindy Hatfield (Tom) of Lexington, Jenny Scott– Kindel (Brian) of Georgetown, Ky, Ramona Lane (William Jr.) of Russell, Ky Carla Stepp of Paris, Tn, Debbie Morrow (Kerry) of Somerset, Lynne Padgett (Mike) of Lafayette, LA; nephews, James Claxton Jr. ( Cheryl) of Union and Jeff Scott of Harrodsburg.

A graveside service was held at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 31, 2012 with Rev. Tim Layton officiating, at Lancaster Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Tom Hatfield, Taylor Hatfield, Jimmy Claxton, Jeff Scott and Rocky Lane.

You may share memories and leave condolences on Virginia’s tribute wall at www.ramseyfuneralhome.com.

Ramsey Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 5, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

PHILLIP SLUSHER

Phillip P. Slusher, 67, of Harrodsburg, husband of Lynn Lockard Slusher, died Tuesday, April 3, 2012, in Lexington.

Born June 28, 1944, in Pineville, he was the son of the late  William Preston and Mildred Fuson Slusher.

Survivors in addition to his wife include one son, Phillip Sean (Niki) Slusher of Nicholasville; one daughter, Ashley Blake Slusher of Nicholasville; one brother, Greg Slusher of Sarasota, Fla.; one sister, Brenda Star, West Palm Beach, Fla. and three grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 7 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel. Visitation will be 5 – 8 p.m. Friday, April 6.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 5, 2012)

 

DALE VORIS

Dale Thomas Voris, 57, of Harrodsburg, died Tuesday, April 3, 2012.

Born July 23, 1954 in Harrodsburg, he was the son of the late Stanley and Mary Elizabeth Collier Voris. He served in the Air Force and was a member of the Burgin Baptist Church.

Survivors include two sons, Clinton T. Voris of Harrodsburg and Aaron Todd Voris; two brothers, Harvey Ray Voris and Michael Voris, both of Harrodsburg and two grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Ricky Alan Voris.

Funeral services are today, Thursday, April 5 at 11 a.m. at Camp Nelson National Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 5, 2012)

 

BETTY YOCUM

Betty Ann Yocum, 63, of Harrodsburg, wife of Sidney Yocum, died Friday, March 30 at the James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born Sept. 25, 1948 in Washington County, she was the daughter of the late Virgil and Viola Sallee Robinson. She retired from The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital and also worked for several years at Cricketeer.

Survivors in addition to her husband include two daughters, Vickie (Billy) Barnes and Teresa (Joe) Liles and a step daughter, Cindy Gayle Sims, all of Harrodsburg; a sister, Sue (Lonnie) Coffman of Harrodsburg; a brother, Gilbert (Rita) Robinson of Somerset; two half sisters, Sarah (Don) Lear and Lilian (Phil) Shelton; four grandchildren, two step grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two brothers: Jesse and James McGinnis.

Funeral services were held Monday, April 2 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Joe Smith and Gilbert Robinson officiating.  Burial was in the Deep Creek Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Tiger Robinson, Kelly Robinson, Ronnie Coffman, Chris Coffman, Shawn Coffman and Daryl Coffman. Honorary pallbearers were Nickie Sims, Jennifer Layton, Doty Curtsinger, Taylor Barnes, Matthew Sims, Russell Sims, Branson Sims, Jeslyn Layton, Baylee Sims, Jeran Layton and Peyton Woods.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 5, 2012)

 

EULAH BUGG

Eulah “Lou” Mae Bugg, 74, of Harrodsburg, widow of William Charles Bugg Jr., died Wednesday, April 11, 2012, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.

Survivors include  one daughter, Vicki (Ronnie) Robinson; three sons, William “Buddy” (Lisa) Bugg,  Daniel Bugg and Steven (Kim) Bugg, all of Harrodsburg. 

She was preceded in death by a son, David Bugg.

Arrangements are incomplete at Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 12, 2012)

 

RONNIE DAVIS II

Ronnie Dale Davis II, 30, of Moreland, died Saturday, April 7, 2012, at the Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN.

Born July 14, 1981, he was the son of Ronnie Dale Davis Sr. of Stanford and Eva Louise Jeffries Holt of Harrodsburg.

Other survivors include: his wife, Rhonda Coontz Davis of Moreland; two sons, Dakota Coontz and Harley Davis; his stepmother, Sandy Davis of Stanford; stepfather, Roy Holt of Harrodsburg; grandparents, Marion and Evelyn Rousey of Hustonville; a sister, Alisha (Bobby) Gooch of Moreland; three brothers, Nicholas, Tony and Cody Davis, all of Stanford; and niece and nephew, Patrick and Shelby Gooch.

Services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at the W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home by Bro. Johnny Montgomery and Bro. David Fralix. Burial will be in Junction City Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Thomas “T. J.” Ellis, Dee Warner, J. R. Marlowe, Michael Coontz and Edgar and David Richards.

Visitation will be from 4-9 p.m. Wednesday.

Guestbook available at www.wlpruitt.com.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 12, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

CHARLES GLENN

Charles Ernest Glenn, 90, of Lancaster died Monday April 2, 2012 at the Christian Care Center. He is survived by his wife Bessie Glenn.

He was in WWII, and served in the Navy. He retired from the Bluegrass Army Depot, was a retired Garrard County Schools bus driver and a member of the Leavel Green Christian Church.

Other survivors are: his daughter, Donna Glenn of Paint Lick; step children, Linda Davis (Mike) of Danville and Donald Warmoth (Vivien) of Harrodsburg; step-grandchildren, Stephaine Davis and Donna Chriss; two step-great-grandchildren;  special nieces Hallie Lear and Wanda Helton; and very special friends, Ronald David Middleton and Debbie Middelton.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, J. K. Glenn and Fannie Sparks Glenn, a daughter, Judith Gail Glenn, three brothers, Earl, Herbert and Elbert Glenn; and four sisters, Flora Reynolds, Nola Hall, Frances Humphrey and Vernel Wylie.

Funeral Services were held Thursday, April 5, 2012 at the Spurlin Funeral Home with  the Bro. Dale Ballenger, Ronnie Sparks and Billy Glenn officiating.

Burial was in the Camp Nelson National Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Russell Anglin, Ronnie Sparks, Larry Causey, Bobby Anglin, Wayne Day, Kevin Day, Scott Gabbard and Brian Brock.

Honorary pallbearers were Hallie and Fred Lear, nieces and nephews and the Leavel Green Christian Church men and women.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 12, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

JOHN LANDRUM

John VanBever “Van” Landrum, 52, of Harrodsburg, husband of Joy May Watts Landrum and son of John W. and Vivian Landrum, died Friday, March 30, 2012.

Born Sept. 18, 1959 in Harrodsburg, he was a farmer and a member of the Harrodsburg United Methodist Church, where he served as chairman of the board of trustees. He attended the College of Agriculture at Eastern Kentucky University and was a member of the Mercer Cattlemen’s Association. 

Survivors in addition to his wife and parents include three children, Sara Catherine Landrum, Alex VanBever Landrum and Eli William Landrum, all of Harrodsburg and a brother, William Bibb Landrum of Los Angeles, Calif. 

A celebration of life service was held Wednesday, April 4  at the Immanuel Baptist Church with Ken Klemme and Dr. Harold Best officiating. Burial was in the Burgin Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers were: Gordon Hensley, Michael Watts, Austin Myers, Ty Van Myers, Thomas Tye, Chris Watts, Tom Baughman, Eddie Horn and John White. Honorary bearers were  Bobby Watts, Donald Ray Baker, Josh Horn, Dennis Wade, Connie Mink, Jimmy Patterson, Jeff Rion, Bill Wheeler, Coy Coffman and Brent Combs.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Kentucky Christian School, 1501 Danville Rd., Harrodsburg, KY 40330 or Mercer County FFA Chapter, C/O Mercer County Senior High School, 1124 Moberly Rd., Harrodsburg, KY 40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 12, 2012)

 

HAZEL LONG

Hazel Ruth Long, 93, of Bellows Mill Road, Harrodsburg, widow of Richard Carl McMullin and Clyde Long, died Tuesday, April 10, 2012, at Norton Brownsboro, Louisville.

Born March 26, 1919 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Newton Thomas and Ovie Purdom Bradley.

She was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church where she had taught Sunday School for 40 years and had served in the choir. She was also active in the Mercer Co. Senior Citizens.

Survivors include:  one daughter, Lillie D. Shannon of Louisville;  several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a son, Carl Gale McMullin.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Thurs., April 12, 2012, at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel by Robert Defoor. Burial will be in Spring Hill Cemetery, Harrodsburg.

Pallbearers are Tom and Jeff Bradley, Paul Logue, Hanley and Aubrey McMullin, Omar E. Carey and Joe Harlow.

Visitation will be after 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral honme.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Gideon International, P.O. Box 176, Harrodsburg, KY 40330

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 12, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

BRENDA MCCRYSTAL

Brenda McCrystal, 67, of Somerset, formerly of Harrodsburg, wife of Harold F. “Buddy” McCrystal, Sr., died Sunday, April 8, 2012. 

Born July 24, 1944 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Willa Lewis Shirley.

Survivors in addition to her husband include four daughters, Katie Elizabeth (Mike) Warner of Mt. Sterling,  Leann (Nick) Disney of Corbin, Valerie McCrystal of Danville and Lana McCrystal of Somerset; two sons, Harold F. “Bubba” (Melissa) McCrystal, Jr. of Somerset and Floyd Michael McCrystal of Somerset; one sister, Jane (Darrell) Pinkston of Harrodsburg; two brothers, Floyd “Buddy” (Lee) Shirley of Harrodsburg and David (Rita) Shirley of Mt. Washington; sister-in-law, Flora Alice (Bill) Montgomery of Harrodsburg; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by a grandchild.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 10 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with John David Lane officiating.   Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were: Chad Humphrey, Kevin Shirley, Davey Shirley, Timmy Shirley, Tommy Shirley, John Wayne Stephens, Billy Gambel and Mike Warner. Honorary pallbearers were: Harold McCrystal, III, Brad McCrystal, Richard McCrystal, Tyler McCrystal, Kallie McCrystal, Whitney McCrystal, Braden McCrystal, Brenna Disney and Shawn Disney.

Memorial contributions may be sent to the family, c/o Ransdell Funeral Chapel, 345 E. Lexington St., Harrodsburg, KY 40330. 

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

 (HH Thu Apr 12, 2012)

 

HATTIE RICHARDSON

Hattie Opal Richardson, 91, of Burgin, widow of Leeman Richardson died Saturday, April 7, 2012 in Florida. 

Born April 17, 1920 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late Homer Franklin and Nettie Monroe Phillips. She was a homemaker, a member of the Shawnee Run Baptist Church, a charter member of the Widows to Widows organization, a volunteer at the Christian Life Center and a member of the Shawnee Run Baptist Church WMU. 

Survivors include two sisters, Evelyn Phillips (Glenn) Johnson and Beatrice Hardin; one step granddaughter: Dorothy Ann (Charlie) Painter and several nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by a step daughter, Derama Sanders; two brothers, Raymond and J.D. Phillips and two sisters, Ella Belle Harlow and Semmie Collier. 

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m., Friday, April 13 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Dr. Ralph Neal officiating. Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Philip Catlett, Hugh Phillips, Larry Raines, Irvan Raines, Mark Harlow and Charlie Painter. 

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Friday at the funeral home. 

Memorial contributions may be sent to Heritage Hospice, the Shawnee Run Baptist Church Building Fund or the Christian Life Center.

(HH Thu Apr 12, 2012)

 

DAVID TRAYNOR

David Austin Traynor, 62, of Lexington, died Monday, April 9th, 2012.

He was born June 2nd, 1949 in Harrodsburg, to the late Luther and Mary Horn Traynor.

David was a retired truck driver.

He is survived by his wife, Cathey Hixson Traynor. In addition to his wife, he is survived by: one daughter, Michelle Traynor, of Lexington; and one brother, Dennis (Valerie) Traynor, of Nicholasville.

A memorial service was held Wednesday, April 11,  at the Clark Legacy Center, Nicholasville.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of the Bluegrass, or the American Diabetes Association. www.clarklegacycenter.com

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 12, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

WAYNE WARD

Wayne Lester Ward, 55, of Louisville formerly of Garrard County died Monday April 9, 2012 at the Jewish Hospital in Louisville.

He was born in Garrard County and was the son of the late Alice Broughton Norton and is survived by his father Bill Ward of Eubank.

Wayne is also survived by: one brother Rusty Hall (Patsy) of Hardinsburg; and one sister, Roxanna (Herbert) Peavler of Harrodsburg.

Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at the Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel in Lancaster with Pastor MacArthur Sosh officiating. Burial was in Lancaster Cemetery.

Active pallbearers were Eric Roe, Tony Roe, Bradley Roe, Hurbert Peavler, Josh Hall and Buddy Broughton.

Honorary bearers werel Stanley Broughton and Bill Schnitzlwer.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 12, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

EULAH BUGG

Eulah Mae Bugg, 74, of Harrodsburg,  widow of William Charles Bugg, Jr., died Wednesday, April 11, 2012, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.

Born March 21, 1938 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late Floyd Nathan and Ethel Sagracy Robinson. She was a member of Mayo Christian Church and a retired dietician at The James B. Haggin Hospital and worked at Hops Drive-In.

Survivors include  one daughter, Vicki (Ronnie) Robinson of Salvisa; three sons, William “Buddy” (Lisa) Bugg of Harrodsburg, Daniel Bugg of Versailles and Steven Bugg of Salvisa; one sister, Betty Robinson of Harrodsburg; one half sister, Judy Davis of Troutman, S.C.; a sister-in-law, Verna Robinson; 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a son, David Bugg; two daughters, Carolyn Yvone Bugg and Janet Lee Phillips; a brother, Charlie Robinson; a sister, Brenda Robinson and a half brother, Gerald Robinson.

Services were held Friday, April 13, at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Jerry Perry officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers were: Mark Robinson, Kristal Bentley, Paul Casey, Josh Wilcher, Zack Bugg and Matt Bugg.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 19, 2012)

 

BARTY CONLEY

Barty Keith Conley, 52, of Dade City, FL, formerly of Danville, died Thursday, April 12 at Pasco Regional Medical Center, Florida.

Born June 8, 1960, in Mercer County, he was a son of Vonda Conley of Dade City, FL, and Leo Conley of Harrodsburg. He served in the U.S. Navy and was a Baptist.

Besides his parents, survivors include: one daughter, Nichole Mullins of Junction City; one sister, Degayle Hall of Dade City, FL; a stepbrother, Billy (Rebecca) Able of Harrodsburg; and three nephews.

A stepsister, Barbara Miller, preceded him in death.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

(Note: This obituary was not included in the April 19, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

GOLDIE CUMMINS

Goldie Elizabeth Stewart Cummins, 80, died Sunday, April 15, 2012 at her residence. She was the wife of the late Thomas Mitchell Ingram and John Allen Cummins.

She was born August 10, 1931 in Mercer County, daughter of the late Allie Jewell and Mary Willie Beatley Stewart.

She was a former custodian of the Anderson Bank, Family Worship Center, and First Christian Church. She was a member of the Family Worship Center and enjoyed working puzzles, crossword puzzles, and fishing.

Goldie is survived by: four children, Mona Sue Brewer (Lee) of Frankfort, Harold Ingram, Kay Wilson and Ruth Annette Ingram, all of Lawrenceburg; nine grandchildren, Chris Stewart (Gwen Holt) and Jason Stewart (Lauren Burke), Sabrina Price (Jason), Jason Brewer (Diane), Melissa Jones (Kevin), Sarah Ball (Ben), Jamie Gaines (Patrick), Joshua Wilson (Niki), and Angel Stewart; 20 great-grandchildren Kristopher Stewart, Destiny Stewart, Shane Richardson, Dakota, Cheyanne, and Abbigail Price, Charity Gray, Sumer Rogers, Ryan and Seth Brewer, Jordan and Kylie Ball, Brittany, Haley and Gavin Wilson, Maddi and Taylor Meadows, Dylan and Kaylee Gaines, and Isabella Wilson; a special sister-in-law Reva Stewart.

Including her husbands and parents, she was also preceded in death by a son, Delbert Stewart, 4 sisters, Ruth Harley, Bessie Sowers, Nannie L. Robinson, Mary Kate Monroe, 6 brothers, Fred, Roscoe, Stanley “Boo”, James, Elmer D., and Burnard “Bernie” Stewart, a half brother, Harry Stewart, and a special niece Lena McKinney.

Funeral service was held Wednesday, April 18, at Family Worship Center with Pastors Kenneth Greene and Tony Andrade officiating. Burial followed in Ebenezer Cemetery in Mercer County.

Pallbearers were Chris and Jason Stewart, Patrick Gaines, Josh Wilson, Jason Brewer, Ben Ball, Travis Sparrow and Seldon Watkins.

Goldie’s remaining grandchildren and great grandchildren will serve as honorary bearers.

Memorials are suggested to Down Syndrome Assoc. of Central KY, “In Honor of Jordan”, P.O. Box 910516, Lexington, KY 40591 or Hospice of the Bluegrass, 663 Teton Trail, Frankfort, KY 40601 or National Kidney Foundation, 250 E. Liberty St., Suite 710, Louisville, KY 40202.

(Note: This obituary was not included in the April 19, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

ELIZABETH EGBERT

Elizabeth Garnetta Egbert, 79, widow of Reuben Egbert, Jr., died Monday, April 16, 2012 at her residence.

Born December 29, 1932 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Laura S. Adam Winkle Scott.

She was a retired physical therapist assistant at Harrodsburg Health Care Center and a member of the Hopewell Baptist Church.

Survivors include: two daughters, Judy Profitt and Deborah (Wathan) Bottom, both of Harrodsburg; one son, Mike Egbert of Salvisa; one grandson, Travis (Kay) Profitt; two granddaughters, Alexandria Bottom and Brittany Bottom; two great-grandchildren,:Corbin Profitt and Elijah Profitt and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Edward Scott and Harold Scott.

No services are planned.

Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

(Note: This obituary was not included in the April 19, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

SARAH FINDLAY

Sarah Whitelaw Findlay, 90, of Lexington, departed this life at her home on April 14, 2012.

She was born in Edinburgh, Scotland to the late John and Sarah Dalton.

During WW II in Scotland she joined the Royal Air Force to serve the homeland allied protection effort. She emigrated to Canada in 1954 and married Hugh Thomas Findlay in Toronto, Canada. In 1959 she and her young family moved to Lexington, KY where she thrived in the community as a devoted wife and mother for 56 years.

She is survived by her five children, Christopher Findlay of Fairfax, VA, Hugh Findlay of Durham, NC, Geralyn Latham of Harrodsburg, Sally Quigley of Lexington, and Douglas Findlay of Orlando, FL; and 14 grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Julia (George) Dupont of Lexington, Betty (Johnny) Rae of Aberdeen, Scotland, and Stanley (Patty) Dalton of Lexington; in addition to multiple nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Hugh.

As an active member of St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, Lexington, KY she devoutly worshiped God and his son Jesus Christ and raised her family in his love.

Funeral Mass was conducted on Wednesday, April 18 at 10:30 a.m. at St Peters Catholic Church with burial following at Calvary Cemetery.

Donations in Sarah W. Findlay's remembrance can be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society, C/O St. Peter Catholic Church, 153 Barr St, Lexington, KY 40507.

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(Note: This obituary was not includde in the April 19, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

JUANITA GAINES

Juanita Wash Gaines, 93, of Harrodsburg, widow of Rev. John Smith Gaines, died Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Danville.

Born August 4, 1918 in Owen County, she was the daughter of the late David and Daisy Plum Wash.

She was a retired homemaker and business owner.

Survivors include: two daughters, Bonnie (Joe) Webb of Harrodsburg and Patricia Stone of Bardstown; three grandchildren, Greg Webb, Joey Webb and Jeff Stone; and six great-grandchildren.

Funeral services are 11 a.m. Saturday, April 21, at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Don Reed, David Crow and Jeff Stone officiating. Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Greg Webb, Joey Webb, Chelsea Webb, Patrick Webb, Jeff Stone, and Abby Stone. Honorary bearers are member of the Faith Sunday School Class of Bruner’s Chapel Church.

Visitation will be Friday, April 20 from 5-8 p.m. at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Gideons International, P.O. Box 176, Harrodsburg, KY 40330 or Heritage Hospice, P. O. Box 1213, Danville, KY 40422.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 19, 2012)

 

WILMA GRAHAM

Wilma Rosalene Graham, 83, of Harrodsburg, widow of William Lyle Graham, died Sunday, April 15, 2012, at The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born Jan. 11, 1929 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late William Raymond and Iva Myrtle Thompson Watts.

 She was a member of the Indian Hills Christian Church in Danville where she was active in the THEOS Group and volunteered as a cook at Camp Calvary for many years.

Survivors include two daughters, Cheryll Ann (Dan) Kimbler and Frieda Carol (Ben) Dollar; two sons, Rex Allen (Lori) Graham and Keith Douglas (Stephanie) Graham; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Services will be today, Thursday, April 19, at 1 p.m. at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Lance Ladd officiating. Burial is in the Spring ill Cemetery.

Visitation 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Indian Hills Christian Church Building Fund, 516 Grabruck St., Danville, KY 40422 or to Camp Calvary Sholarship Fund, 475 Calvary Lane, Mackville, KY 40040.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 19, 2012)

 

IRENE LANE

Irene Vaught Lane, 88, of Harrodsburg, died Tuesday, April 10, 2012.  

Born Aug. 26, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Elex and Mamie Reed Vaught. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jason Lane.   

Irene is survived by: one son, Jerry Denny (Brenda) Lane of Burgin; one brother, Daryl Vaught of Hustonville; four sisters, Lela King and Velma Cochran, both of Liberty, Emma Rains of Ohio and Shirley Turpin of Indianapolis; and two grandsons, Jerry (Whitney) Lane and Ricky (Angie) Lane.  

A graveside service was held Sunday, April 15, at Burgin Cemetery.

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(Note: This obituary was not included in the April 19, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

EILEEN LESTER

Edith Eileen Lester, 83, of Harrodsburg, died Monday, April 16, 2012, at The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born February 14, 1929 in Stanford, she was the daughter of the late obert Pitts and Sallie Chestnut Sampson.

She was a graduate of the Danville School of Practical Nursing. She was a former LPN at The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital, V. A. Medical Center and the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center. She was a member of the Harrodsburg Christian Church and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees.

Survivors include: two daughters, Lana Garrett and Lisa Lynn Lester, both of Harrodsburg; three sisters, Dortha (Gene) Lawson of Harrodsburg, Pauline Holloway of South Lebanon, OH, Ann Baugh of Versailles; a brother, Robert Sampson, Jr. of South Lebanon, OH; two half brothers, William (Wanda) McQueen of Westchester, OH, and Lynn McQueen of Mason, OH; a half sister, Elaine Clark of Covington; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Katie Sallie.

Funeral services are 1 p.m., Friday, April 20 at the Harrodsburg Christian Church with Phil Williams, Dave Carr and Joshua Garrett officiating. Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Michael Wells, Charlie Lawson, Jeffrey Wells, Howard Holloway, Glenn Holloway, Lindsey Rice and Richard Selleck. Honorary bearers are Jerry Freeman, Donnie Sexton, Jon Baldin, Ernest Estridge, Larry Royalty, Clarice Hatcher, Genie Sims, Dr. Thomas Jackson, David Taylor, Donnie Roberts, David Lawson, The Goodwill Sunday School Class members and employees of The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Visitation is today, Thursday, April 19 from 5-8 p.m. at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel, and Friday after 12 p.m. at the church.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Harrodsburg Christian Church, Markey Cancer Center or Shriner’s Children’s Hospital.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 19, 2012)

 

ANN MORRIS

Ann Dawson Morris, 84, of Salvisa, wife of Ralph Lyen Morris, died Monday, April 16, 2012, at the Frankfort Regional Medical Center in Frankfort.

Born May 23, 1927 in Anderson County, she was the daughter of the late C.C. and Ada Mizner Dawson.

She was a homemaker and former substitute mail carrier, a member of the Salvisa Baptist Church and served many years as secretary of the Wingo Sunday School Class.

Survivors in addition to her husband include a daughter, Jane Ransdell; a son, Joe (Joy) Morris, both of Salvisa; one sister, Wilma (Lonnie) Thompson of Salvisa;  one brother, Charles Allen (Barbara) Dawson of Greenville, Tenn.; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Funeral services are today Thursday, April 19, 2012, at 1 p.m. at the Salvisa Baptist Church with the Rev. Chris Brown officiating. Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Jimmy Johnson, Mitch Whittle, Art Hembree, Danny Brock, Jack Garriott, Larry Trisler, Larry Boswell and Frank Ransdell. Honorary bearers are the Ordained Men of Salvisa Baptist Church and the Coed Three Sunday School Class.

Visitation 4-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvisa Baptist Church Memorial Fund or Building Fund, PO Box 75, Salvisa, KY 40372 .

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

Arrangements by Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

(HH Thu Apr 19, 2012)

 

BRENDA PERRY

Brenda Sue Evans Perry, 60, of Harrodsburg, died Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at her home.

She was born in Somerset, to Mary Elizabeth Montgomery Evans, Lawrenceburg, and the late Clinton Edward Evans.

Brenda was a homemaker.

Including her mother, she is survived by: her husband of 42 years, Johnny Perry; a daughter, Tina (Brian) Brown; a son, Donald (Shanda) Perry, both of Lawrenceburg; three sisters, Carlotta (Willis) Hatchett, Connie Kinder, and Deborah (Melvin) Hobbs, all of Lawrenceburg; four brothers, Clinton (Shirley) Evans, Frankfort, Buddy “Red” Evans, Salvisa, Donnie Evans and Leon Evans, both of Lawrenceburg; four grandchildren, Greggory Tyler Perry, Trevor Shane Perry, Briana Paige Perry, all of Lawrenceburg, and Jasper Lee Perry, Harrodsburg.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, April 16, 2012 at the Gash Memorial Chapel in Lawrenceburg with Chaplain Gary Story officiating. Burial followed in Lawrenceburg Cemetery.

Casketbearers were Stevie Kincaid, Bobby Whitaker, Johnny Ashburn, Rodney Sutton, Chris Whitaker, Ray Perry Jr., Eddie Hatchett and Mike Murphy.

Honorary Bearers were Punkin Curtsinger, Jerry Curtsinger, Barron Hawkins, Nub Hawkins, Stewart Bowman, and Keith Bowman.

(Note: This obituary was not included in the April 19, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

BRENDA REID

Brenda Reid, 68, of Bardstown, passed away Wednesday April 11, 2012 at Flaget Memorial Hospital.

She was born October 17, 1943 in Louisville, owner of Fast Food Mart, a member of Bardstown Moose Lodge, and of the Catholic Faith.

She was preceded in death by her father, Cleve Miles, and brother, Tommy Miles.

She is survived by: two daughters, Robin Reid of Lexington and Lydia Reid of Louisville; her mother, Helen Miles of Louisville; five sisters, Jeanette Burdette and Mary Hagan both of Louisville, Rita Goldstein of Bardstown, Sheila Smith of Harrodsburg, and Monica Mills of Louisville; and four brothers, Mark Miles of Mt. Washington, Gus Miles of Bardstown, Donnie Miles of Loretto, and Benny Miles of Louisville.

Her memorial service was held Saturday April 14, 2012 at the Barlow Funeral Home in Bardstown. Rev. Ben Brown officiated.

Memorial contributions may go to Nazareth Alzheimer's Care Unit, Louisville.

(Note: This obituary was not included in the April 19, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

RONNIE SHARP

Ronnie B. “Ron” Sharp, 61, of Lexington, husband of Debbie Fuller Sharp, died April 14, 2012.

He was the son of Annabelle Sharp and the late E. B. Sharp. He received degrees in religion and music from Campbellsville University and served as pastor and music director of several churches in Central Kentucky. He was a certified piano technician and member and past president of The Piano Technician Guild of Lexington. He was a former Lion’s Club member and was recently serving as Chairman of Deacons at Central Baptist Church in Lexington.

Sharp will be missed by his family and friends who shared his many talents and willingness to help with any task.

Survivors in addition to his wife include three sons, Jeremy (Frances) Sharp of Virginia, Jonathan Sharp of Lawrenceburg and Roy Edward Rowlett of Lexington; two sisters, Nancy (Filson) Vaught and Barbara (Bob) West of Lexington and four nephews, David Vaught and Nathan West of Lexington, Wayne Vaught of Overland Park, Kan. and Rob West of Ames, Iowa.

Services were held Tuesday, April 17, at Central Baptist Church in Lexington.

Pallbearers were the deacons of Central Baptist Church. Honorary Pallbearers were members of the Piano Technician Guild.

Memorial contributions may be made to Central Baptist Church, 110 Wilson Downing Road, Lexington, KY 40517 or the Piano Technician Guild of Lexington.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.clarklegacycenter.com

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu Apr 19, 2012)

 

HELEN BEENE

Helen Beene, 71, of Salvisa, widow of Aubrey Wilton Beene, died Monday, April 23, 2012, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.

Born June 14, 1940 in Honolulu, Hawaii, she was the daughter of the late Catalino and Elizabeth Kaaihue Macapagual.

Survivors include a son, Robert (Sherry) Beene of Atchison, Kan.; seven sisters, Ruth Rabain, Lani Gasper, Margaret Yahiko, Carol Kelekolio, Mary Macapagual and Sharon Kaluau, all of Hawaii, and Lenora Cunningham of Salvisa; six grandchildren, two step  grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 26, 2012)

 

GLENDA CLAUNCH

Glenda Gayle “Cindy” Purvis Claunch, 65, died Thursday, April 19, 2012.

Born Dec. 4, 1946 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late John H. and Mary Louise Wilham Purvis.  She was a member of Open Bible Church, a homemaker and former caregiver at Taylor Manor, Heritage Hall Care Center and did private sitting.

She is survived by one son, Ricky Dewayne Shelton of Frankfort; two daughters, Lisa Robin Goodlett of Lawrenceburg and Cathy Jo (Brent) Monroe of Frankfort; one sister, JoAnn Robinson (Bill) Collins of Lawrenceburg; one brother, Rodney M. Purvis of Lawrenceburg; an aunt, Loraine Robinson of Harrodsburg; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by two sisters, Connie Jean Chilton and Nancy Louise Shelton.

Private services will be held. Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

(HH Thu Apr 26, 2012)

 

GARNETTA EGBERT

Garnetta S. Egbert, 79, of Salvisa, Widow of Reuben Egbert Jr., died Monday, April 16, 2012 at her residence.

Born Dec. 29, 1932 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Laura Scott Winkle Adams. She was a retired PCT at Harrodsburg Health Care Center, had been employed at Eaton and was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Judy Profitt and Deborah (Wathan) Bottom, both of Harrodsburg; a son, Mike Egbert of Salvisa;  a sister, Louise Webb of Harrodsburg; three grandchildren, Travis (Kay) Profitt and Brittany and Alexandria Bottom; two great-grandchildren, Corban and Elijah Profitt and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Edward and Harold Scott.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

(HH Thu Apr 26, 2012)

 

SUE FREEMAN

Sue Ann Driscoll Freeman, 71, died Friday, April 20, 2012 at Frankfort Regional Medical Center.

She was the daughter of the late William Horace and Catherine Phillips Driscoll and sister of the late David Lee Driscoll.

She was a retired employee of the Library & Archives Division of Kentucky State Government and a member of the Salvisa Baptist Church.

She is survived by: three children, Donald Chris Freeman of Lawrenceburg, Cathy Sue Rodgers of Frankfort, and Steven Ray (Diane) Freeman of Lawrenceburg; three grandchildren, Chad Robinson, Adam Freeman, and Medaih Freeman; one sister, Carolyn Blakemore of Salvisa; one brother, William “Billy” (Agnes) Driscoll of Salvisa; and a sister-in-law Paula Riley Driscoll.

Funeral service was conducted at Tuesday, April 24th at the Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home with Bro. George Dye officiating.

Ms. Freeman will be cremated following services.

Arrangements by the Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 26, issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

LELIA HENLEY

Lelia Lou Henley, 75, died Monday, April 23, 2012 at the Frankfort Regional Medical Center.

Born Jan. 3, 1937 in Campbellsville, she was the daughter of the late Sam and Spicy Harlow Sallee. She was a member of the Bellepoint Baptist Church in Frankfort.

Survivors include two daughters, Sandra (Joseph) Parsons of Martinsville, Ohio and Cassandra (Victor) Haynes of Sabina, Ohio; two sisters, Rose Watts of Harrodsburg and Nina Sallee of Onley, Texas; two brothers, Ansel Harlow of Blanchester, Ohio, and Joseph Harlow of Cincinnati, Ohio; two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her step-father, Albert Sallee; a sister, Marilyn Snow; two brothers, Sloan and Milburn Harlow and a brother in-law, Lewis Watts.

Services are today, Thursday, April 26 at 1 p.m. at the Alexander and Royalty Funeral Home with Bro. Scott Van Neste officiating. Burial is in Spring Hill Cemetery.

Visitation is from 11 a.m. until the hour of service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society and/or Humane Society.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu Apr 26, 2012)

 

GEORGE IRVINE

George Ray Irvine, age 88, of Somerset, departed this life on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.

He was born on April 18, 1924 in the Beech Grove community of Pulaski County to the late Layton and Tina Taylor Irvine.

George was a World War II Army veteran and a retired Crane employee. He enjoyed hunting, raising a garden, and spending time with his family and friends. He had a wonderful sense of humor, and loved to make people laugh. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by: his wife, Lillian Hamilton Irvine, whom he married on April 27, 1947 in Somerset; one brother, Charles “Charlie” Irvine of Harrodsburg; four children, Ronnie (and Patty) Irvine of Somerset, , Linda Halcomb of Somerset, , Kenny (and Gina) Irvine of Somerset,  and Krista Cromer of Science Hill; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers; Carl, John and James “Jimmy’ Irvine.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at the Pulaski Funeral Home with Rev. Oral Denney officiating. Burial will follow in Mill Springs National Cemetery. Military honors were conducted by the American Legion Post # 38.

Pulaski Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements for Mr. George Ray Irvine.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 26, issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

 

GERALDINE LEEDY

Geraldine "Jerry" Hoskins Leedy, 86, of Stanford, died Thursday, April 19, 2012, at Ft. Logan Hospital in Stanford.

She was born December 19, 1925 in East Pineville, KY to the late Josiah and Verda Ray Howard Hoskins.

She was a retired teacher having taught Chemistry and Physics for 41 years; she taught at Erlanger H.S, Hall H.S. in Harlan County, McRoberts H.S. in Letcher County, Crab Orchard H.S., Harrodsburg H.S., Carlisle H.S., Henry County H.S., Stanford H.S. and Lincoln County H.S. She was a member of the KY Retired Teachers Association and was a member of the Stanford Christian Church.

Survivors include: her husband of 58 years, "Coach" Bill Ed Leedy of Stanford; four children, Eddie Leedy (Fiancee' Kelly) of Lexington, Nancy Leedy of Stanford, Mary Jo Baker of Richmond, and Carol Ann Ferguson (Andy) of Preachersville; a special niece, Sandy Reyes (Robert) of Knoxville, TN; seven grandchildren, Erin, Jared and Sidney Leedy, Will Baker, Jessie and Laura Ferguson and Reagan Knuckles (John); four great-grandchildren; a niece, Patience Hoskins and a nephew, Josiah Collier Hoskins (Kimberly).

She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Jenny Goggin, a brother Dr. Josiah Hoskins and a sister, Kathleen Day.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, April 23, 2012, at the Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford. Reverends Jim Baughman and Cecil Hensley officiated the service. Burial was in Buffalo Springs Cemetery.

Casket bearers were Jared Leedy, Will Baker, Andy Ferguson, Richard Baker, Robert Reyes, Josiah Collier Hoskins and John Knuckles.

Honorary bearers were Joyce Mitchell, Linda Floyd, the Staff of Quest Day Care and Dr. James Miller.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be given to Quest Adult Day Care, 619 Danville Ave., Stanford, KY 40484 or Alzheimer's Association, 225 N Michigan Ave., 17th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601 or American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 26, issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

HAZEL LONG

Hazel Ruth Long, 93, of Harrodsburg, widow of Richard Carl McMullin and Clyde Long, died Tuesday, April 10, 2012 in Louisville.

Born March 26, 1919, in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Newton Bradley and Ovie Purdom Bradley. She was a homemaker and was employed by Genesco and Eaton Corporations. She was a member of Harrodsburg Baptist Church and had been a member of Deep Creek, Mackville and Mt. Freedom Baptist Churches where she taught Sunday School and sang in their choirs. She had been a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church WMU.

Survivors include one daughter, Lillie Dale McMullin Shannon; one sister-in-law, Susie McMullin Majeske; one brother-in-law, Sylvester McCrystal and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by a son, Carl Gale McMullin; four brothers, Omer J., Lee Roy, James, and Johnnie B. Bradley and two sisters, Pauline Logue and Marie McCrystal.

Funeral services were conducted Thursday, April 12 at the Randsell Funeral Chapel with Dr. Robert DeFoor officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were Paul Logue, Jeff Bradley, Tom Bradley, Hanley McMullin,  Aubrey McMullin, Omar E. Carey and Joe Harlow.

Memorial contributions may be sent to the Gideons International Association.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 26, 2012)

 

KAYE LONG

Kaye M. Long, 59, of Harrodsburg, died Sunday, April 22, 2012, at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville.

Born Sept. 28, 1952 in Phillipsburg, N.J., she was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Haggerty Wydner.  She was a retired Wausau Paper employee.

Survivors include  one daughter, Kasey Altman of Jeffersonville, Ind.; one son, Thomas Cerny II of Harrodsburg; two sisters, Joette Sharp of N.Y. and April Burns of Salvisa and one brother, Bill Wydner of N.J.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Ransdell Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 26, 2012)

 

KATHALEEN MILLER

Kathaleen Gregory Miller, 85, of Lawrenceburg, died Thursday, April 19, 2012 at Heritage Hall Health Care Center in Lawrenceburg.

She was born in Harrodsburg, KY to the late Russell and Ila Long Gregory. She was the widow of William “Billy’ Fields Miller.

She was a homemaker, a graduate of Salvisa High School, a member of the Salvisa Baptist Church, and attended the First Presbyterian Church

She is survived by: one daughter, Linda (Bobby) Hill, Shelbyville; two sons, William Gregory Miller and John Richard Miller, both of Lawrenceburg; one sister, Eva Johnson, Salvisa; three nieces, Mary Elizabeth James, Martha Phillips, and Nelda Weber; and a nephew, Rusty Johnson.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Alvin Gregory.

Funeral services were conducted Sunday, April 22, 2012 at the Gash Memorial Chapel with Bro. George Dye officiating. Burial followed in Lawrenceburg Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to The Alzheimer’s Association, Kaden Tower, 6100 Dutchmans Lane Ste. 401, Louisville, KY 40205-3284.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the April 26, issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

MABEL SHEWMAKER

Mabel Gritton Shewmaker, 93, formerly of Harrodsburg, widow of Reid Shewmaker, died Friday, April 20, 2012 in Elizabethtown.

Born April 3, 1919 in Mercer County, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Crecia Stratton Gritton. She was retired from the Mercer County Health Department, was a member of the Harrodsburg Christian Church where she was a member of The Quilters group.

Survivors include, a daughter, Susan Shewmaker (Billy) Willian; two granddaughters, Angela (Hal) Bender and Emily (Dan) Robbins; three great-granddaughters, Hailey, Hannah and Harper Robbins, all of Elizabethtown and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, J. B. Gritton and Maurice Gritton; two sisters, Virginia Preston and Rosalyn Whitenack and a niece, Debbie Gritton Maus.

Services were held Monday, April 23 at Ransdell Funeral Chapel. Burial was in Spring Hill Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Harrodsburg Christian Church, 305 S. Main Street, Harrdosburg, KY 40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu Apr 26, 2012)

 

ELIZABETH ANDERSON

Elizabeth Dean Frederick Anderson, 85, of Harrodsburg, wife of Adrain Allen Anderson, died Saturday, April 28, 2012, at her residence.

Born Sept. 29, 1926 in Carlisle, she was the daughter of the late Owen and Ida Lee Lawrence Frederick. She was a retired inspector from Corning Glass, Inc.

Survivors in addition to her husband include three daughters, Paulette Stivers (Robert) Bishop of Harrodsburg, Gilda A. (Marcus) Daly of London and Rhoda Lee Conley (Ralph Coulter) of Hustonville; one half brother, Reynolds Frederick of Paris; a half sister, Erma Dee Buckner of Carlisle; eight grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by  a son, Wendell Moir Anderson.

Services were conducted Wednesday, May 2 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Marcus Daly Jr. and Don Stivers officiating. Burial was in the Bluegrass Memorial Gardens in Nicholasville.

Pallbearers were: Brandon Stivers, Travis Stivers, Anthony Paternoster, Kaden Gervacio, William Gervacio, Paul Daly, Rocky Moran and Hayden Smith. Honorary Bearers were: Dawn Stivers, Elizabeth Montgomery, Amy Marie Smith and Patricia Gervacio.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Mercer County Senior Citizens Day Care program.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu May 3, 2012)

 

NELL CUNNINGHAM

Nell Riley Cunningham, 95, of Lawrenceburg, wife of Thomas Cunningham, died April 28, 2012.

Born April 9, 1917 in Bondville, she was the daughter of the late Ezra and Lula Riley. She was a member of Rosemont Baptist Church for 61 years.

Survivors in addition to her husband include two sons, Teddie (Linda) and Buddy (Karen) Cunningham; two grandsons, Stuart (Erin Burkett) Cunningham and Andrew Lasley and one brother, Burton Riley of Smithfield, Va.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, May 1 at Gash Memorial Chapel with Rev. Eddie Benton officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rosemont Baptist Church Elevator Fund.

(HH Thu May 3, 2012)

 

WILLIAM DENDY JR.

William Dendy Jr., 61, widower of Anna Dendy, died Sunday, April 22, 2012 at Harrodsburg Health Care Center.

Born in Seneca, SC, he was a son of the late William and Katie Dendy.

He was a retired pharmacist and was a Navy veteran.

Survivors are two sons, Tommy Kiger and William Daniel Dendy; three grandchildren, Jaron and Jahlon Mock and Amayah Bellamy; and a sister, Terry Dendy, SC.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Latonya Kiger.

Funeral services were held Friday, April 27, at the Kerr Brothers Funeral Home-Main St. Burial was in Camp Nelson National Cemetery.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the May 3, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

LESLIE KNIES

Leslie J. Carmicle Knies, 41, of Harrodsburg, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 26, 2012.

She was born in Boyle, County, to Phillip Carmicle and the late Linda Merrick Phillips and was the wife Randy Knies.

Mrs. Knies worked as a front desk agent at Best Western Hotel in Danville, KY. She loved to search for and collect arrowheads, cook, spend time talking with friends on Facebook and above all loved and adored spending time with her family.

Along with her loving husband, she is survived by: her father, Phillip (Carchetta) Carmicle of Danville; two daughters, Angela Renee Crank of Lancaster and Amanda Dawn Benedict of Gravel Switch; two step-sons, Jeremy Alan Knies of Lexington and Joshua Aaron (Jennifer) Knies of Harrodsburg; two brothers, Jimmy K. Galloway of West Liberty and Brandon Galloway of Loris, SC;; four sisters, Natasha Galloway of Mt. Vernon, Lori K. Carmicle of Nicholasville, Jennifer Applegate of Stanford and Leah Clark of Perryville; one grandmother, Bernice E. Merrick; and seven grandchildren, Aaliyah, Katie, Daniel, Aubry, JoJo, Carmine and Kaydence .

She was also preceded in death by her grandparents Charlie and Alice Carmicle and George P. Merrick III

Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at the Preston-Pruitt Funeral Home in Danville with John Watts officiating. Burial followed in Danville Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers were Jeremy Knies, Dustin Finley, Alan Finley, Dylan Merrick, Brandon Galloway and Brian Knies.

Honorary pallbearers were Kristie Finley and Mrs. Knies co-workers at Best Western Hotel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Attn: Donor Services, PO Box 650309 Dallas, TX 75265-0309

A memorial tribute wall is available for Leslie at www.preston-pruitt.com .

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the May 3, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

HAZEL MEADORS

Hazel Meadors, 85, of Maplewood Dr., Lancaster, passed away Tuesday April 24, 2012 at her home.

Born in Garrard County to the late Howard and Wilma Holtzclaw.

Hazel was a homemaker and a member of Lancaster Baptist Church for many years.

Surviving is: one son, Jeff (Cathy) Meadors of Lancaster; one brother, Paul (Yvonne) Holtzclaw of Georgia; two sisters, Elsie Rankin of Stanford and Christine Rightmyer of Harrodsburg; two grandchildren Tiffany and Lindsey Meadors, and a special friend and caregiver Donna Peek.

She was preceded in death by her husband Russell Meadors.

Funeral services were conducted Friday April 27, 2012 at the Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel in Lancaster with Nehemiah Wilkinson officiating.

Active Pallbearers were George Peek, Ramsey Peek, Greg Young, Don Rightmyer, Keith Rightmyer, Debbie Dearwent and Karen Maddox.

Honorary bearers were Kim Young, Sarah Goins, Dale Stacey, Chase Ballard and Donna Peek.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the May 3, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

JACOB NELSON

Jacob Michael Nelson, 3, son of Taylor Shae and the late Joshua Nelson, died Friday, April 20, 2012.

Survivors in addition to his mother include two brothers, Caleb Allen Nelson and Jonah David Nelson; paternal grandfather, Ted (Ann Voris) Nelson Jr., of Harrodsburg; maternal grandparents Brondalyn and David Riley and Scott Klein; great-grandparents Jerry and Jessie Griffin Rose, Darlene Klein Perkins and Bea and Tom Riley and many aunts, uncles and cousins.       

Funeral Services were held Saturday, April 28 at the Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home with Rev. Jason Carpenter officiating. Burial was in the Boain Cemetery in Estill County.

Pallbearers were Brian White, John White, Joey Fritz, Phillip Riley, Shane Sparks and Robbie Hale.

(HH Thu May 3, 2012)

 

JOSHUA NELSON

Joshua Allen Nelson, 28, husband of Taylor Shae Nelson, died Friday, April 20, 2012.

Survivors in addition to his wife include two children, Caleb Allen Nelson and Jonah David Nelson; his father: Ted (Ann Voris) Nelson Jr, of Harrodsburg; his mother, Judith Colvin (Mike) Tuttle of Lexington; grandmother Judith Allen (Robert) McCreary of Lexington; two brothers, Roger Brian White of Lexington and John Wayne White II of Prestonsburg; five sisters, Elizabeth Nelson Petit of Lebanon, Maine; Melissa Nelson Samons of Prestonsburg, Monica Nelson, Rachel Nelson Christian and Jennifer Nelson Faust all of Lexington and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, the Rev. Ted and Helena Warrix Nelson and Roger Colvin.

Funeral Services were held Saturday, April 28 at the Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home with Rev. Jason Carpenter officiating. Burial was in the Boain Cemetery in Estill County.

Pallbearers were Brian White, John White, Joey Fritz, Phillip Riley, Shane Sparks and Robbie Hale.

(HH Thu May 3, 2012)

 

GERTRUDE PHILLIPS

Gertrude M. Phillips, 87, of Harrodsburg, died Friday, April 27, 2012, at the Central Baptist Hospital in Lexington.

Born May 2, 1924 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Sadie Rogers Riley.  She was a retired cook from Beaumont Inn.

Survivors include  one daughter, Shirley (Charles) Wheeler of Harrodsburg; two sons, Clarence (Rita) Phillips of Harrodsburg and David W. (Rosie) Phillips Jr. of Burgin, two  grandchildren, several step grandchildren and step great- grandchildren.

She was preceded in death  by a sister,  Adorine Tindall, and three brothers, Wilburn, Hillary and Bruce Riley.

Funeral services were Tuesday, May 1 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with Dr. Robert DeFoor officiating. Burial was in the Spring Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be sent to the Mercer County Senior Citizens Center. 

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu May 3, 2012)

 

BLANCHE ROBINSON

Blanche Elizabeth Robinson, 83, of Harrodsburg, died Monday, April 30, 2012.

Born Aug. 2, 1928 in Lebanon, she was the daughter of the late Arvel Lee and Estelle Ruth Patterson Bottom. She was a member of Ellers Memorial Baptist Church and was a retired seamstress for both Cricketeer Manufacturing and Mercer Dress.

Survivors include two sons, Larry (Debbie) Carroll Lanham of Springfield and Marlin (Milta) M. Lanham of Versailles; one brother, Buford “Boots” Bottom of Perryville; one step-sister, Lillian Brown of Michigan and six grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Harold and William Bottom, two sisters, Joyce Marsten and Joan Isham and two step brothers, William Robert Burns and J C Burns.

Family will receive friends Friday, May 4, from 1 to 6 p.m. at 404 Marimon Ave.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Mercer Co. Humane Society.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu May 3, 2012)

 

FORREST BRYANT

Forrest Eugene Bryant, 63, of Lawrenceburg, died Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at his home.

He was born in Franklin County to Joyce Johnson Bryant, Lawrenceburg, and the late Forrest E. Bryant.

He was a farmer and a factory worker; a member of New Liberty Christian Church; and a 1967 graduate of Western High School.

Including his mother, he is survived by: his wife of 44 years, Bonnie Morris Bryant; a daughter, Gina (Chris) Cummins, Lawrenceburg; a son, Chris (Marla) Bryant, Harrodsburg; four grandchildren, Christin (Jacob) Flygstad, Stacia Bryant, Michaela and Christian Cummins; a great-grandchild, Melina Flygstad; two sisters, Linda Schureman, Waddy, and Sharon Doss, both of Lawrenceburg.

Including his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Darla House; a great-grandson, Dakota Flygstad; and a grandbaby.

Funeral services wee conducted Friday, May 4, at the Gash Memorial Chapel with Bro. Kenneth Shouse officiating. Burial followed in Lawrenceburg Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of the Bluegrass, 663 Teton Trail, Frankfort, KY 40601.

Casketbearers were Michael Morris, Joe Hardin, Mike Nutgrass, Bobby Richardson, Kelly Dickerson, and Mike Stinnett.

Honorary Bearers were Greg Collins, Elwood McKinney, Jim Riggle, and Jacob Flygstad.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the May 10, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

JESS COSBY

Jess Glenmore Cosby, 80, of Georgetown, husband of Shirley June Motley Cosby, died Thursday, May 3, 2012.

Born in Mercer County, he was the son of the late Rheta Frances Coy and Jess Griggs Cosby. He was a farmer and was retired from IBM.

Survivors in addition to his wife include a son, Daniel Lath Cosby and granddaughters, Amber Louise Cosby, Tanner Coy Cosby and Jessie Danielle Cosby.

He was preceded in death by a son, Coy Todd Cosby.

Services will be held Saturday, May 26 at the Newtown Christian Church in Georgetown at 5 p.m. Bluegrass Mortuary Service is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to Myotonic Distrophy Foundation, 1941 Bishop Lane Suite 511, Louisville, KY 40218. 

(HH Thu May 10, 2012)

 

DANNY HARDIN

Danny Hardin, 52, of Lawrenceburg, husband of Christy Hardin, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at his residence. 

Born in Louisville, he was the son of Mary Ree Milburn Mahoney of Eminence and the late Herman Russell Hardin. He was a former Quebecor employee.

Survivors in addition to his wife and mother include a daughter, Nicole (Jerry) McGinnis of Harrodsburg; two step daughters, Jessica (Donte)Crutcher of Frankfort and Kealey Gabhart of Lawrenceburg; a step son, Adam Peyton of Frankfort; two sisters, Debra Kidwell of Pleasureville and Paula Dauga of Harrodsburg and a brother, Gary Hardin of Alabama.

No public services are planned.

(HH Thu May 10, 2012)

 

WALTER HARLEY

Walter Harding Harley, 90, of Lawrenceburg, died Sunday May 6, 2012 at his home.

He was born in Anderson County to the late Benjamin Harrison and Davie Lee Cornish Harley.

He was a farmer, a member and deacon of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, a member of the Rutherford Ruritan Club a musician and served in the U.S. Army during WWII.

He is survived by: his wife of 70 years, Alpha Blakeman Harley; two daughters, Janet Rose (Keith) Cornish, Marion County, Barbara June (Kerry) Markwell, Lawrenceburg; two sons, Edward Jewell (Jennie) Harley, Lawrenceburg and James Arthur “Jamie” (Judy) Harley, Harrodsburg; eight grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Arvin (Edna) Harley, Lawrenceburg.

He was preceded in death by a great grandson, James Hooper and a brother, William Harley.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at the Gash Memorial Chapel with Bro. Bobby Chesser and Bro. Robert Simmons officiating. Burial followed in Lawrenceburg Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, c/o Barbara Markwell, 236 Gailane, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342.

Casketbearers were grandsons and honorary bearers were granddaughters and deacons of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the May 10, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

JACK HOGUE

Jack Hogue, 78 of Burgin, widower of Lulie Shepherd Hogue, died Sunday, May 6, 2012 at the Golden Living Center in Stanford.

Born Aug. 20, 1933 in Mercer County, he was the son of the late W. M. and Daisy Cooley Hogue. He was a farmer and a member of the Shawnee Run Baptist Church.

Survivors include two nephews, Mark Hogue of Danville and Wayne Pittman of Clarksville, Ind.; one niece, Elaine Sheets of Clarksville, Ind. and several great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by one sister, Irene Pittman and one brother, William Guy Hogue.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, May 9 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Dr. Ralph Neal officiating. Burial was in Spring Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were Donnie Webb, James Thurman, David Taylor, Bruce Dean, Keith Munson and Mike Ingram. Honorary pallbearer was Jimmy Cooley.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Central Kentucky, 1517 Nicholasville Road, Suite #203, Lexington, KY  40503 and/or Heritage Hospice, P.O. Box 1213, Danville, KY  40423.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

(HH Thu May 10, 2012)

 

CHRISTOPHER LAY

Christopher Hollis Lay, of Maple Park, Ill., husband of Glo Lay, died Tuesday, May 1, 2012.

Survivors in addition to his wife include a daughter, Peggy (Dennis) Wogen of Malta, Ill.; his son, Rick (Cathy) Lay of Maple Park, Ill.; a daughter-in-law, Ursula Lay of Dallas, Texas; one brother and three sisters, all of Kentucky; 11 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeced in death by his parents, three sisters, six brothers, two grandchildren, and one son, Larry Lay.

Service were held Saturday, May 5 at Conley Funeral Home in Maple Park, Ill. Burial was in Gardner Cemetery in Maple Park.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Park Family Fund, c/o the Lay family, P.O. Box 66, Elburn, IL 60119.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.conleycare.com.

(HH Thu May 10, 2012)

 

THELMA LONG

Thelma Nichols Long, 83, of Harrodsburg, died Sunday, May 6, 2012, at The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital.

Born Sept. 9, 1928 in Harrodsburg, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Blanche (Prather) Nichols. She was a retired nurse at Kentucky State Hospital. She played the piano and organ for many years at the Harrodsburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church and was active with the Nicaraguan Prison Ministry.

Survivors include two granddaughters, Leslie Long of Harrodsburg and Megan Morris of Lexington and a great-grandchild, Cheyenne Morris.

She was predeceased by a son, Merrill Nichols “Nicky” Long and a sister, Sarah Katheryn Nichols Catlett.

Memorials service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 12 at the Harrodsburg United Methodist Church.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu May 10, 2012)

 

LARRY MCCRYSTAL

Larry James McCrystal, 55, of Colorado Springs, Colo., died Monday, May 7, 2012.

Born Dec. 12, 1956 in Harrodsburg, he was a heavy equipment operator.

He is survived by two daughters, Laura and Sarah McCrystal; two sons, Daniel and David McCrystal; three brothers, Steven (May) McCrystal of Harrodsburg and Jeffery and Michael McCrystal and two sisters, Karen Ahrens and Sandra McCrystal-Huesing.

Funeral services are incomplete at this time.

(HH Thu May 10, 2012)

 

MARY PARROTT

Mary Blanche Parrott, 90, of Mackville, widow of William Parrott, died Monday, May 7, 2012, at the Danville Center for Health and Rehabilitation.

Born June 15, 1921 in Mackville, she was the daughter of the late Robert P. and Jodie (Donnely) Baker. She was retired from Texas Instruments in Versailles.

Survivors include two sons, Steve Parrott of Mackville and Bruce Parrott of Harrodsburg; four grandchildren, Susan Goodlett, Kathy Poe, Andrea Blanchard and Donald Parrott and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Amon Baker, and a sister, Marie Youmans.

Visitation from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, May 10 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 11 at the Ransdell Funeral Chapel with  Scott Vifquin officiating. Burial will be in the Battle Cemetery in Springfield.

Pallbearers are: Blake Sims, Chaise Sims, Zachary Poe, Will Goodlett, Adam Goodlett, Alex Goodlett and Alyssa Poe.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Heritage Hospice.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

(HH Thu May 10, 2012)

 

BARBARA ROSS

Barbara L. Ross, 64, of Sadieville, died Sunday, May 6, 2012.

She was born February 16, 1948 in Georgetown, to the late Herbert and Goldie Wright Whitt.

Barbara is survived by her sons, Robbie (Pennie) Lunsford of Sadieville and Mark (Melinda) Lunsford of Willisburg; sisters, Martha Shoemaker of Harrodsburg and Betty Ryles of Mt. Sterling; brothers, Donnie (Neva) Whitt of Lexington and Sonny Whitt of Harrodsburg; and grandchildren, Ashley Lee Lunsford, Samantha Jo Lunsford, Madison Lunsford, Morgan Lunsford, Braeden Tyler Nemeth, Hannah Messer and Mark A. Lunsford, Jr.

A gathering of family and friends will be from 6-9 p.m. Friday, May 11, 2012 at Clark Legacy Center in Brannon Crossing, with a time of sharing at 7 pm.

In honor of Barbara's life and legacy, memorial contributions can be made in her name to Hospice of the Bluegrass.

      (Note: This obituary was not included in the May 10, 2012 issue of the Harrodsburg Herald)

 

JANICE SOUDER

On Tuesday, May 8, 2012, our beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and friend, Janice T. Souder, died peacefully surrounded by her family.

She was born in Northern Kentucky on March 24, 1937, to the late Leslie Carl and Geneva Mae Beach Thornton.  The majority of her adult life was spent in Harrodsburg. She was the first and only secretary at the Evan Harlow Elementary School for more than 30 years, and was a member of the Harrodsburg Baptist Church.

Our mother’s greatest joy in life was her family. Her unconditional love, kindness, generosity, and patience were endless.  Each obstacle and trial in her life was managed successfully with grace and dignity.  Her life will serve as a wonderful example and model to live by.  Her sweet voice and words of encouragement will live within us forever.

She is survived by: three children, Kim (Robb) Uhl of Sabina, Ohio, Greg (Debbie) Souder, Harrodsburg, and Chris (Carmen) Souder, Harrodsburg; seven grandchildren, Katie and Amanda Uhl, Nicholas, Landon, Emmy, Carli and Connor Souder.

She was preceded in death by an infant sister.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, May 11 at the Harrodsburg Baptist Church with Dr. Robert DeFoor and Rev. Wayne Spivey officiating. Burial will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday, May 10 at Harrodsburg Baptist Church.

Pallbearers are Nicholas, Landon and Conner Souder, Alvis Johnson, Mike Matherly, Nick Yeast, Allen Whitenack, and Will Begley. Honorary bearers are Phil Williams, Tom Beach and Jerry Beach.

Memorials are suggested to Harrodsburg Baptist Church - Beyond Measure, 312 S. Main St., Harrodsburg, KY 40330 or to the Mercer Co. Educational Foundation, 371 E. Lexington St., Harrodsburg, KY 40330.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com

PAID OBIT

(HH Thu May 10, 2012)