Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Millard Jay Gordon, 82

    Millard Jay Gordon, 82, husband of Edna Burdine Gordon, passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2014, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky, after a long illness.
    He was a native of Estill County, born March 6, 1932, a son of the late Henry and Dora Lee Mansfield Gordon, he was a retired farmer, and roofer. He was a member of the Upper Redlick Baptist Church.
    Mr. Gordon was preceded in death by his son, Gene Allen Gordon; his brothers: Herman, Raymond, and Lawrence Gordon; his sisters: Bertha Walton and Rosellen Conner.
    Survivors, other than his wife of 62 years, Edna, include two sons: Larry J. Gordon and Melvin Gordon (Linda); five grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.
    Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, August 1st at Lewis Funeral Home with Bro. Eric Ingram officiating. Burial followed in the Lunsford Cemetery. Friends called anytime after 6:00 p.m., Thursday, July 31st at the funeral home.

Lewis Funeral Home

  Monday, July 28, 2014

Glendon Ray Johnson, 87

    Glendon Ray Johnson, age 87, of Huber Heights, Ohio; returned home on July 28, 2014.
    Born November 13, 1926 in Estill County, Kentucky, to the late Frederick and Sarah Elizabeth Johnson. He met and married the lovely Golden Tipton on November 15, 1945 and they came to the Dayton area to start a family. He was employed by Frigidaire and later retired from Harrison Radiator. Glen sang tenor for the Dayton Harvesters Quartet, he was an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman. He was a member of the Dayton Masonic Solar Lodge and also the Scottish Rite. He was a gardener, a great cook, he had a wonderful sense of humor and quick wit. Above all he loved his family, attending family gatherings and reminiscing with us all. Glen is survived by his three children: Judy Frazier (Walter) of Huber Heights, Ohio; Bobby Johnson (Bertha) of Englewood, Ohio; and Billy Johnson (Teresa) of Buford, Georgia. Also survived by his grandchildren: Glen and Molly Hoskins, Charlotte and Joe Knife, Bobbi and Jeff Shrader, and Amanda and Nick Kordalis; Billy Jr. & Wanda Johnson, Kevin & Racheal Johnson; great-grandchildren: Joshua Hoskins, Katie Knife, Ben Knife, Molly Johnson and Phillip Johnson; his siblings: Zania Clayton of Alexandria, Kentucky; Frederick M. Johnson, Jr of Hebron, Kentucky; and Henry Johnson of Furnace, Kentucky; he is also survived by multiple nieces and nephews.
    He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Golden Johnson; siblings: Ethel M. Easter, Roy C. Johnson, Rodney M. Johnson, Mable E. Rogers, Walker F. Johnson, Claude M. Johnson and Gaylon P. Johnson.
    Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, August 1st at Marker & Heller Funeral Home, Huber Heights Chapel, 5844 Old Troy Pike with Rev. Billy Johnson Jr. officiating. Interment was in the Cedarhill Cemetery. The family received friends at the funeral home on Thursday, July 31st from 5-8 p.m.
    A special thank you to Tony at Dr. Turner's office for all of the care and concern you gave Glen over the years. Glen was loved and will be missed by us all.

Dayton Daily News

  Thursday, July 24, 2014

Edward Wayne Johnson, 60

    Edward Wayne Johnson was born September 9, 1953 in Irvine, Kentucky, and departed this life on Thursday, July 24, 2014 at his residence, being 60 years of age. He was the son of Robert E. Johnson of McKee and of the late Mary (Richardson) Johnson.
    In addition to his father, Wayne is also survived by two daughters: Jessica Spoonamore of McKee and Mary Baston of Florida; two sisters: Thelma Cunningham (Skip) and Willene Cunningham (Chuck) of Ohio; and by two brothers; James Johnson (Linda) and Sam Johnson (Sandy) of McKee. He was blessed with three grandchildren, James, Rachel and Tiffany Spoonamore; and by a host of nieces and nephews.
    Other than his mother, Wayne was preceded in death by his wife, Minnie Johnson.
    The funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 25th at Lakes Funeral Home in McKee. Burial followed in the Johnson Family Cemetery in Estill County.

Lakes Funeral Home McKee

  Wednesday, July 23, 2014

James Evert "Joe" Lakes, 74

    James Evert "Joe" Lakes, age 74, of Cedar Grove Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2014, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Lexington.
    He was born May 14, 1940 in Jackson County and was the son of the late Luther T. and Modena Cox Lakes. He was retired from CSX and a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church. He was a United States Army veteran and served as guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He had lived in Estill County most of his life and was an Estill County Hall of Honor Inductee.
    Mr. Lakes is survived by two sisters: Lucille Durham and Dena Faith Bowles (Brian), both of Madison County; two brothers: Delbert A. Lakes (Wanda), Desota, Missouri; and Johnny G. Lakes (Barbara), Estill County; and several nieces and nephews.
    He was preceded in death by two sisters: Alena Powell and Ella Mae Lakes; and two brothers: Charles E. and Billy Ray Lakes.
    Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, July 27th at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Sherl Thomas. Burial was at the South Irvine Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Saturday, July 26th at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers were McKinley Harris, McKayla Harris, John Lakes, Darren Lakes, Tim Dixon and Benny Durham.

Toler Funeral Home

  Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Gladys Patrick Henry, 80

    Gladys Patrick Henry, age 80, of Winchester, Kentucky, widow of Thomas Lee Henry, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, July 23, 2014, peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family.
    She was born January 18, 1934 in Irvine, Kentucky, to the late Major and Lizzie Dunaway Patrick. She was a former employee of Curlee Clothing & Loma Manufacturing and retired from Lexmark. She was a member of Central Baptist Church.
    Survivors include three daughters, Tona Tudor (John) of Harrodsburg, Sandra Skaggs (Mitch) of Winchester, and Sheila Camp (Curtis) of Indianapolis, Indiana; one stepdaughter, Rosemarie Kagin Patterson of Reno, Nevada; grandchildren, Lindsey Williamson Howard, Jerica Tudor Shannon; Jaylin, Tudor, Stephen, and Thomas Skaggs; Olivia, Rachael, and Alexandra Camp; Thomas Kagin and Valerie Kagin Bell; two great grandchildren; one sister, Margaret Patrick Ricci; and several nieces and nephews.
    She was proceeded in death by eight brothers, Clarence, Russell, "Tink", John, Floyd, Fount, Roy, and Lloyd Patrick.
    Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 26th at Scobee Funeral Home, 219 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester, by Reverend Dennis Wainwright. Burial was at Clarmont Memorial Gardens.
    Pallbearers were Steve Patrick, Marvin Patrick, Jim Dunaway, Terry Dunaway, Ronnie Dunaway, Brad Condley, and Brinston Muncie.
    Visitation was from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Friday, July 25th at the funeral home.
    Memorial contributions are suggested to Central Baptist Church in Winchester, Kentucky.

Scobee Funeral Home

  Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Denny Rawlins, 56

    Denny Rawlins, age 56, of Broadway in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2014, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, after a long illness.
    He was born November 9, 1957 in Madison County and was the son of Evelyn Samples Rawlins and the late Edward Rawlins. He was an employee of Hardy Gas and a member of the White Oak Church of God. He was a former member of the Twin City Cruisers. He had lived in Estill County all of his life.
    Survivors, in addition to his mother; include his long-time girlfriend, Cherrye Lynch; one son, Bryan Rawlins (Ashley), Irvine; two sisters: Pamela Sue Isaacs (Russell) and Laura Ann Rogers (Fred), both of Irvine; two brothers: Gary Rawlins (Lisa), Irvine; and Denny's twin brother, Kenny Rawlins (Mary Nell), Jeffersonville; six nieces and nephews: Tonia Henry, Kristy Carroll, Jessica Townsend, Erica Stewart, Fred "Bud" Rogers, and Melissa Riley; several great nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
    He was preceded in death by one nephew, Jon Tyler Rawlins.
    Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 26th at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Glendon Woosley and Bro. Larry Frymeyer. Burial was at the Rawlins Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Friday, July 25th at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers were Randy Fox, Pepper Hardy, Mark Hardy, Hubie Fox, Gary McIntosh, Derek Samples, Bill McKinney and Steve Sons.

Toler Funeral Home

  Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Nina Louise Richardson, 87

    Nina Louise Richardson, age 87, of Elm Street in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2014, at the Irvine Nursing & Rehabilitation Center following a long illness.
    She was born March 17, 1927 in Dyersburg, Tennessee, and was the daughter of the late William and Hannah Barhm Weeks. She was a floral designer and owner of the Irvine Florist and was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
    Mrs. Richardson was preceded in death by her husband, James A. Richardson.
    She is survived by two daughters: Sandra Dixon (Milton) and Janice Miller (Larry), both of Irvine; one son, Donald W. Richardson (Pattie), Irvine; one sister, Wilma Wallace; three brothers: Dempsy Weeks, Bob Weeks and Charles Weeks; three grandchildren: Charlotte O’Bryan, Kevin Miller and Melissa Powell; and seven great grandchildren: Carson O’Bryan, Marlee Kate Miller, Grant Miller, Shelbee Miller, Kamden Powell, Ramzee Powell and Kooper Powell.
    She was preceded in death by one grandchild, Stephen Richardson; four sisters: Evelyn Ellis, Rita Horner, Dorothy Robinson and Beck Bunnell; and four brothers: Bonnie, Sam, J.W. and Reuben Weeks.
    Funeral services was conducted at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, July 26th at the Calvary Baptist Church by Bro. Keith Sands and Bro. Bobby Greene. Burial was at the Oakdale Cemetery. Friends called after 11 a.m., Saturday, at the church.
    Pallbearers were Charles Weeks, Donald Richardson, Ryan Powell, Larry Miller, Kevin Miller, Tyler Snowden, Ethan Witt, Milton Dixon, Kamden Powell, Kooper Powell, Carson O’Bryan and Grant Miller.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral was entrusted with arrangements.

Toler Funeral Home

  Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Jimmy Trent, 51

    Jimmy Trent, age 51, of Chevy Drive in Rogers, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2014, at the Kentucky River Medical Center in Jackson, Kentucky.
    He is survived by one son, Jimmy Trent Jr. ( Loveda) of Zachariah; two daughters: Jennifer Trent of Cynthiana; and Mindy Trent of Rogers; seven grandchildren; two brothers: Jeff and Greg Trent, both of Zachariah; and four sisters: Charlene Brewer of Pine Ridge, Sharon Ritchie of Beattyville; Nancy Young and Nellie Rose, both of Irvine.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Ethel Trent; and a granddaughter, Autumn Trent.
    Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 25th at The Grayson Funeral Home Chapel, 201 7th Avenue, Clay City. Friends visited Friday, from 12 Noon until time of service, at the funeral home. Burial was in the Trent Family Cemetery.

Grayson Funeral Home

  Thursday, July 17, 2014

Michael Lee Franklin, 46

    Michael Lee Franklin, age 46, of Fountain Run, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2014, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
    Funeral services were conducted 1 p.m., central time, Saturday, July 26th at the Fountain Run Funeral Home with Jeremy Yokley officiating. Burial followed in the Old School Cemetery in Fountain Run.
    Visitation was Friday, July 25, from 4 to 8 p.m., and Saturday, after 8 a.m. until time of the service at 1 p.m. at the funeral home.
    His survivors include, his wife, Christie Branham Franklin of Winchester; a daughter, Raven Whiteside of Tompkinsville; and several nieces and nephews.
    The family requested memorial contributions to Old School Cemetery.

Fountain Run Funeral Home

Sunday, July 27, 2014

KSP Investigates Fatal ATV Collision in Lee County

    The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post is investigating a fatal collision that happened this weekend in Lee County.
    On Sunday, July 27, 2014 at approximately 10:30 am, KSP Post 7 was notified of an ATV collision that occurred overnight. The initial investigation has revealed that Christopher S Stepp, 29 years old of Beattyville, KY, was operating a four-wheeler on Caudill Road in Lee County when he lost control of his ATV. The ATV drove off of the road, causing it to overturn and come to final rest on top of him. Christopher Stepp was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Lee County Coroner. Alcohol is believed to be a factor and he was not wearing a helmet when the collision occurred.
    The ongoing investigation is being conducted by Trooper Brandon Scalf. He was assisted at the scene by KSP Personnel, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, Lee county EMS, and the Lee County Coroner.

Sunday, July 27, 2014

KSP Investigates Shooting in Owsley County

    The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post is currently investigating an assault in Owsley County, which sent two people to the hospital.
    The incident occurred at approximately 3:00 pm this afternoon at the residence of 2119 KY-HWY 708. The initial investigation alleges that Joshua Hensley, 28 years old of Booneville, KY assaulted his wife, Andrea Hensley, with a knife during a physical altercation. Jason Reed of Booneville, attempted to assist Andrea leave the residence, at which point he was allegedly shot in the back by Joshua Hensley.
    Andrea Hensley was transported to the Kentucky River Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries. Jason Reed was transported to the UK Medical Center, the extent of his injuries are currently unknown.
    Joshua Hensley was arrested and charged with two counts of Assault 1st Degree, four counts of Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree, and Criminal Trespassing 1st Degree. He has been lodged at the Three Forks Regional Jail.
    The ongoing investigation is being investigated by KSP Detective Rob Morris. He was assisted at the scene by KSP Personnel, the Booneville Police Department, Owsley County Sheriff’s Department, and Allen’s Ambulance Service.