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Irvine-Ravenna, Estill Co., KY
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PROUDLY SERVING ESTILL COUNTY SINCE 1982
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Volume 35 - Number 30 - Wednesday, January 25, 2017
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Current Obituaries
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Wednesday, February 1st Edition
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Sunday, January 29, 2017
Glendon Ray Combs, 64
Glendon Ray Combs, age 64, of Ben Hunt Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2017, at the Frankfort Regional Medical Center following a long illness.
He was born December 30, 1952 in Owsley County and was the son of the late Ruford and Hazel Frost Combs. He was a former Bundy Tubing employee and a member of the Knob Lick Baptist Church. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.
Mr. Combs is survived by his wife, Shirley Faye Alexander Combs; one son, Steven Ray Combs (Micelle Holbrook); four sisters: Lula Belle Lutes, Estill County; Lola Faye Chowning, Florida; Mary Anne Fields, and Donna Ruth Flynn, both of Estill County; and one grandchild: Nicholas Todd Combs.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Gene Combs.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, February 1, 1 p.m. at the Providence Baptist Church by Bro. A.B. Patrick. Burial will be at the Winston Cemetery. Friends may call after 11 a.m., Wednesday, at the Church.
Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Sunday, January 29, 2017
Roy Lee McCoy, 80
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Roy Lee McCoy Roy Lee McCoy, age 80, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2017 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.
A native of Martin County, he was the son of the late Barney and Rebecca Fitch McCoy. Mr. McCoy was an avid song writer. He enjoyed fishing at Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia, music, spending time with his family, front porch coffee and mischief.
Survivors include his son, Danny McCoy; daughters, Darlene Tuttle (Paul) and Gina Dunaway (Rick); brothers, Rudolph McCoy (Ethel) and Johnny McCoy (Sharon); sisters, Dorthy Maynard (Jim), Easter Rogers (Claude) and Effie Sloane (Max); five grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; a special niece, Brenda Margus (Jack) of Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia; and his special friend, Carl.
Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 1st at the Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with Bro. Terry Barnes officiating. Burial will follow at the Dunaway Cemetery. Friends may call anytime after 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31st at the funeral home.
Serving as pallbearers will be Noah Tuttle, Jacob Tuttle, Brad Brinegar, Ryan Richardson and David Conrad.
Saturday, January 28, 2017
Gina Rosanne Patrick Ford, 44
Gina Rosanne Patrick Ford, 44, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2017 at her home.
She was born on September 11, 1972 to Lloyd and Juanita Patrick.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 31, at the Church of the Living God, 114 Franklin Avenue, Winchester . Visitation will be from 12 Noon until 2 p.m., Tuesday, at the church. Burial will be at the Patrick Cemetery (Dry Ridge Road) in Palmer, KY.
Scobee Funeral Home of Winchester is in charge of arrangements.
Saturday, January 28, 2017
Virginia Walters, age 82
Virginia Walters, age 82, of Bond Street in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2017, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, following a long illness.
She was born July 26, 1934, in Owsley County, a daughter of the late Thomas H. and Bertha Campbell Peters. She was a homemaker and was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church.
Mrs. Walters was preceded in death by her husband, Garnie “Bud” Walters Jr.
She is survived by one sister, Mary Campbell, Beattyville; and two brothers: Don Peters and Wayne Peters, both of Columbus, Ohio.
Mrs. Walters was preceded in death by four siblings: Ora Lee Moore, Loretta Neal, Ralph Peters, and Lucian Peters; and three half siblings: Lorene Harvey, Marie Thompson, Kermit Peters.
Funeral services were conducted Monday, 1 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in the West Irvine Cemetery. Friends called after 11 a.m., Monday, until service time at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were David Ratliff, Elijah Ratliff, Aiden Ratliff, Tommy Fox, Chancey Fox and Baylee Fox.
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Wanda Sue Plyman Davis, 67
Wanda Sue Plyman Davis, age 67, of Reges Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2017, at the Marcum and Wallace Memorial Hospital following a short illness.
She was born September 23, 1949, in Estill County, a daughter of the late Thomas and Verneda Johnson Plymon. She retired from Uncle Charlie’s Meats and had lived in Estill County all of her life.
Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Paul Davis.
She is survived by two daughters: Diana Gail Plymon, Richmond; and Daphne Plymon (Glynn Johnson), Estill County; one sister, Bernice Plymon, Irvine; eight grandchildren and one niece.
Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by a daughter, Tina Jo Plymon; and a son, Charles Edward Plymon.
Funeral services were conducted Sunday, January 29, 2 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Mark Pearson with burial following in the Joe Miller Cemetery. Friends called after 12 Noon, Sunday, until service time at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Chad Broaddus, Larry Neal, Glendall Flynn, Steven Collins, Deward Willis, and Eugene Crowe.
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Dixie Lee Arvin Estes, 95
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Dixie Lee Arvin Estes Dixie Lee Arvin Estes, age 95, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at Frankfort Care and Rehabilitation Center in Frankfort, Ky.
Mrs. Estes was born in Beattyville, Kentucky on October 18, 1921 to the late Hiram K. and Lucy Newman Arvin. She was united in marriage to her husband, Fred Estes, who preceded her in death. She was a homemaker and often enjoyed cooking and taking care of her family. She also loved to quilt and garden.
Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sons, Gene Carroll Estes and Freddie Ronald Estes; a daughter, Kathleen Dennis; a sister, Callamae Gray; five brothers, Arnold Arvin, Hume Arvin, Raleigh Arvin, Buell Arvin and Paul Arvin; and by one granddaughter, Amber Searcy.
She is survived by her children, Jimmy Lee Estes (Jean) of Ohio; Johnny Keith Estes, Marie Doss (Bobby), and Geraldine O’Nan, all of Frankfort; Lenora Goodlett (Kevin) and Sheila D. Stratton (Tom), all of Lawrenceburg; and Kimberly S. Temple (Tim), of Waddy, Kentucky. She was also blessed with 17 grandchildren and many great and great, great grandchildren.
Services for Mrs. Estes will be held at Harrod Brothers Funeral Home on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Tim Jumpp officiating. Burial will follow at Beatty Place Cemetery in Beattyville. Visitation will be at funeral home from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 27, 2017.
Serving as pallbearers will be Jamie Estes, Jeff O’Nan, Jerry O’Nan, Chris Hopper, Brandon Doss, Jeremy Hopper and Keith Doss.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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Former Obituaries
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Wednesday, January 25th Edition
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Monday, January 23, 2017
Rosa Henry Wilson, 72
Rosa Henry Wilson, 72, passed away Monday, January 23, 2017, at her home, after a long illness.
Mrs. Wilson was a native of Estill county, born August 4, 1944, a daughter of the late Andrew and Ida Wiseman Henry. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church, who enjoyed sewing, quilting and crafting.
She was preceded in death by her sister Mabel Campbell.
Survivors include her daughter, Terina Griffin; her son, Sherman Riddell; her grandchildren: Crystal Hunt, James Tipton, and Jessica Riddell; and her great grandchildren: Julien Florence, Erilyn Hunt and Levi Tipton.
Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 27th, at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with Bro. Terry Barnes and Bro. David Horn officiating. Burial will follow in the Dunaway Cemetery. Friends may call anytime after 6:00 p.m., Thursday, January 26th at the funeral home.
Saturday, January 21, 2017
Preacher Bill Holeman, 87
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Preacher Bill Holeman Preacher Bill Holeman, age 87 of Manchester, Kentucky, departed this life on Saturday, January 21, 2017.
He was born on Thursday, June 6, 1929 in Kansas City, Kansas to the union of Ray Haskell and Mary Gladys Moore Holeman. He was a minister and a member of the Bear Track Bible Church.
He leaves to mourn his passing his wife: Joyce Gilbo Holeman and these children: Susan Chadwell and her husband Gary, Gail Miller and her husband Ronnie, Gary Holeman and his wife Janey, and Eddie Holeman and his wife Diane. Also surviving are the following grandchildren: Karlity (Tony) Patrick, Keith (Kristin) Chadwell, Veronica (Ray) Hagen, Krystal (Ronnie) Farmer, Marisa (Bobby) Patridge, Brian Holeman, Rachel Holeman, and Rebecca Holeman, 11 Great Grandchildren, 1 Great Great Grandchild, his sister: Shirley (Loren) Fryer, and his brother: Larry (Joan) Holeman.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Ray Haskell and Mary Gladys Holeman and his sister: Imogene Clark.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the Youth Haven Bible Camp 150 Youth Haven Road, Beattyville, KY 41311.
Funeral Services for Preacher Bill will be conducted on Saturday, January 28, at 2 p.m. at the Bear Track Bible Church at Youth Haven Bible Camp. Rev. William Owens, Steve Smith, and Rev. Scotty Brandenburg will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Youth Haven Cemetery in Beattyville, Kentucky.
Visitation will be held on Friday evening, January 27th, after 5:30 p.m., at the Clay County High School Bobby Keith Gymnasium in Manchester.
Arrangements entrusted to the Rominger Funeral Home of Manchester.
Sunday, January 22, 2017
Anna Gladys Thomas, 93
Anna Gladys Thomas, age 93, of Cady Drive in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2017, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, following a short illness.
She was born April 29, 1923 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late George Washington and Bertie Green Mathis Baker. She was a homemaker and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church. She had lived in Estill County all of her life.
Mrs. Thomas was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond R. Thomas.
She is survived by one daughter, Susanne Thomas Woosley (Scott), Madison County; one son, Danny Ray Thomas (Kathy), Montgomery County; one sister, Margaret L. Whitaker, Estill County; one brother, James F. Baker, Cincinnati; four grandchildren: Daniel Woosley, Jacob Woosley, Brandon Smallwood, and Chasity Coleman; and seven great grandchildren: Julian Woosley, Alistair Woosley, Harper Woosley, Emrys Woosley, Kenley McArdle, Elijah Coleman and Gabriel Smallwood.
She was preceded in death by one sister, Eliza Bell Baker; and five brothers: Thomas C. Baker, Walter C. Baker, George Wallace Baker, William A. Baker and Robert Earl Baker.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, January 26, 11 a.m., at the Calvary Baptist Church by her nephew, David Baker. Burial were at the Sunset Memorial Gardens. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Wednesday, January 25th at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home and after 10 a.m. Thursday at the Church.
Pallbearers were Scott Woosley, Daniel Woosley, Jacob Woosley, Tim Whitaker, James Stults and Jason McCowan.
Friday, January 20, 2017
Curlean Riddell, 74
Curlean Riddell, age 74, of Stacy Lane Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Friday, January 20, 2017, at her daughter’s home following a long illness.
She was born March 22, 1942 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Daw and Kate Edmonson Miller. She was a homemaker and attended the Pentecostal Church. She had lived in Estill County all of her life.
Mrs. Riddell was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Joseph Riddell.
She is survived by two daughters: Carol Newman and Tina Estes, both of Estill County; three sons: Marty Riddell, Johnny Riddell, and Timothy Riddell, all of Estill County; four sisters: Helen Woolery, Loretta Crowe, Mary Logsdon, and Judy Lynch, all of Estill County; one brother, Daw Miller Jr., Estill County; 11 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by one son, Kelly Frank Riddell; one brother, Herchell B. Miller; and six sisters: Odie Bishop, Cleo Bishop, Joyce Riddell, Dolly Crow, Bonnie Riddell and Ruth Norton.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, January 24, 11 a.m., at the Pea Ridge Holiness Church by Bro. Jerry Rose. Burial was at the Pea Ridge Cemetery. Friends called after 6 p.m., Monday, January 23rd at the church.
Pallbearers were Phillip Riddell, Jonathon Riddell, Chad Newman, Gary Jr. Norton, Marvin Hunt, Mike Bishop, Russell Riddell, Frank Johnson and Scot Abney.
Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
James David Hardy, 57
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James David Hardy, age 57, of Sugar Hollow Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2017, at his home.
He was born May 9, 1959 in Dayton, Ohio and was the son of Leonard David and Elizabeth Dawes Hardy. He was an employee of Estill Wood Products and attended the Emmanuel Baptist Church. He was a former member of the National Guard. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.
Survivors in addition to his parents include his wife, Devonda Newton Hardy; one daughter, Serena Kay Lewis (Kyle), Texas; one son, David Lee Hardy (Sheila), Estill County; one sister, Debra Rogers, Estill County; two brothers: Jeff Hardy and Jerald Hardy, both of Estill County; and four grandchildren: Denisha Kay Hardy, Sienna Hardy, Blake Hardy and Brianna Hardy.
He was preceded in death by one grandchild, David Andrew Hardy.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, January 24, 1 p.m. at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Sherl Thomas. Burial was at the Gentry Cemetery. Friends called after 11 a.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were David Lee Hardy, Jerald Hardy, Zack Goosey, Junior Goosey, Justin Rhodus, Jeff Hardy and Phil Hardy.
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Rollin Reese "Paul" Bishop, 72
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Rollin Reese (Paul) Bishop, age 72, of Jacqueline Court in Irvine passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2017, at the Compassionate Care Center following a short illness. He was born March 27, 1944 in Estill County and was the son of the late Charlie and Rena Camden Bishop. He was a retired Millwright and Contractor and had lived in Estill County most of his life. He was a United States Army veteran and served during the Vietnam War.
Mr. Bishop is survived by his wife, Betty Scenters Bishop; one son, Anthony Bishop (Bridgett), Irvine; one daughter: Kelli Venters (James), Irvine; two brothers: Jackie Bishop and Earl Bishop, both of Irvine; four grandchildren: Corey Bishop, Dalton Bishop, Alexandra Bishop, and Trevor Venters; two very special close friends: Joe Kirby and Donald Walling; and a host of very special brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by four sisters: Joann Bishop, Mary Evelyn Arvin, Amy Dixon and Francis Mann; and three brothers: Dennis, Russell and James Bishop.
Funeral services were conducted Monday, January 23, 2 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Paul Groves. Burial was at the Sunset Memorial Gardens. Friends called after 11 a.m., Monday, at the Warren funeral home.
Pallbearers were Terry Melton, Joe Kirby, Anthony Bishop, James Venters, Donald Walling, Beetle Lisle, Corey Bishop, Dalton Bishop and Trevor Venters.
Honorary pallbearers were Thomas Sparks, Gary Ballard, Tim Dixon, Jerome Webb, employees of Estill Wood Products, Carl Kirby, Doug Kirby, Scott Jones and Frank Townsend.
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Betty Lou Rose, 79
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Betty Lou Rose Betty Lou Rose, age 79, of Waco, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at Kenwood Health & Rehab in Richmond.
She was born February 1, 1937, in Estill County, to the late Lloyd D. and Mary Lula Richardson Rose, and was a member of Panola Baptist Church. Betty Lou loved family gatherings and attending church services. Betty Lou’s spirit and zest for life were a blessing to all that knew her.
Survivors include three brothers, Thomas Russell Rose (Joan) of Richmond, James Leslie Rose (Connie) of Waco, and Roy Douglas Rose of Richmond; and three sisters, Ruby Yoon (Young) of Dayton, Ohio, Jane Alice Gilmore (Don) and Freida Sue LaRue, both of Vandalia, Ohio. She was the beloved aunt of many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Edna Grace Rose and two brothers, Ralph Eugene Rose and Freddie Lee Rose.
Funeral service for Betty Lou Rose was held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 23rd at Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home, 1110 Barnes Mill Road, Richmond, with Bro. Jimmy Chrisman officiating. Burial followed at the West Irvine Cemetery. Visitation was 5 – 8 p.m., Sunday, January 22nd at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Reuben Rose, Grant Hubler, Patrick Tudor, Lee Yount, Rodney Rose and Clifford Rose.
Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Kirt Douglas Riddle, 54
Kirt Douglas Riddle, age 54, of Goodrich Drive in Lexington, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2017, at his home following a sudden illness.
He was born October 5, 1962 in Fayette County and was the son of Earl Douglas Riddell and May Beldon. He was a construction worker and had lived in Lexington most of his life.
Survivors, in addition to his father and mother, include three daughters: Brandy Stigbauer, Winchester; Dawn Rector, Willisburg; and Savannah Blackwell, Lexington; two sons: Joel Cadwell, Lexington; and Clint Riddell, Texas; three sisters: Laura Faye Johnson Jessamine County; Doris Riddell, Fayette County; and Earlese Riddell, Powell County; seven brothers: David Riddell, Estill County; Tony Riddell, Menifee County; Bobby Riddell, Franklin County; Roger Riddell, Benny Riddell, Jessamine County; Earl Douglas Riddell Jr., Fayette County; and Keith Riddell, Florida; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Doris Riddell; and two brothers: Danny Riddell and Elmer Jr. Riddell.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, January 21, 1 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Jason Riddell. Burial was at the Pea Ridge Cemetery. Friends called after 11 a.m., Saturday, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations toward his funeral expenses.
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Avery Darrell Rogers, age 66
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Avery Darrell Rogers Avery Darrell Rogers, age 66, of Cedar Grove Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2017, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond.
He was born November 19, 1950 in Estill County and was the son of Emma Beckley Rogers Flannery and the late Lloyd Franklin Rogers. He was a retired engineer with CSX Railroad and attended the Church of God. He had lived in Estill County all of his life.
Survivors, in addition to his mother, include one son, Avery Darrell Rogers (Shauna), Berea; one sister, Faye Rogers Richardson (Glenn), Irvine; one brother, Howard Lloyd Rogers (Debra), Irvine; two grandchildren: Cole and Ty Rogers; the mother of his children, Veneda Fox Rogers; and a host of family and friends.
He was preceded in death by one son, Donnie Allen Rogers.
Funeral services were conducted Sunday, January 22, 2 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Glennis Sizemore and Bro. Kurt Napier. Burial was at the West Irvine Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Saturday, January 21st at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Larry McMaine, Aubrey Miller, Gary Coyle, Lee Anglin, Terry Sparks, Clarence Rison, Cole Rogers and Ty Rogers.
In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond.
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Tommy White, 75
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Tommy White, age 75, of Irvine Road in Winchester passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2017, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center following a long illness.
He was born August 28, 1941 in Estill County and was the son of the late Cecil and Effie Rose White. He was a retired Trane Company employee and a member of the Church of Christ. He was a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam Era. He had lived in Clark County most of his life.
Mr. White is survived by his wife, Deloris Reed White; two daughters: Beverley Thompson, Versailles; and Kimberley Bishop (Sherman), LaGrange; one brother, Robert White, Estill County; two grandchildren: Amanda Watts and Heather Varner; and three great grandchildren: Justin Watts, Blake McDaniel and John Lewis Varner.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Genice Moats; and one brother, Glendon White.
Funeral services were conducted Friday, January 20, 1 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was at the Machpelah Cemetery in Mount Sterling. Friends called after 11 Noon, Friday, at the funeral Home.
Pallbearers were Justin Watts, Blake McDaniels, Jonathan Reed, Todd Kirby, Tim Wells, John Riddell and Jerry McIntosh.
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Sunday, January 22, 2017
Death Investigation in Madison County
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was called just before 3:00 pm yesterday afternoon after a vehicle was spotted in a Madison County creek, and is now conducting a death investigation.
KSP Post 7 and Madison County First Responders responded to Silver Creek at the end of Duck Branch Road near Poosey Ridge Road in rural Madison County, and located a Dark Gray Toyota passenger vehicle partially submerged in the water. A male was located inside the vehicle, and pronounced deceased by the Madison County Coroner before being removed early this morning by first responders. The initial investigation indicated that the victim is believed to be Fred Warner, 78 years old of Richmond, who was last seen in Richmond on December 18, 2016. The victim will be taken to the State Medical Examiner’s Office for an autopsy where positive identification was made.
Arrangements for Fred Douglas “Doug” Warner were handled by Oldham, Roberts and Powell Funeral Home in Richmond.
The ongoing investigation is being conducted by KSP Trooper John Northern. He was assisted at the scene by KSP Personnel, Madison County Sheriff’s Office, Madison County Fire & Rescue, Richmond Police Department, Richmond Fire Department, and the Madison County Coroner.
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Prepare for Winter Driving
With the possibility of wintery weather moving into the state tomorrow, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) is cautioning motorists to be prepared for hazardous driving conditions.
“Winter driving can present formidable challenges including sleet, snow, slick roads, freezing temperatures and reduced visibility,” says KSP spokesman Tpr. Josh Brashears. “It can be a deadly combination if you’re not prepared.”
KSP reported that slippery roads were the contributing factor in 13,908 crashes and 70 fatalities in 2015.
Brashears says the agency relies heavily on its social media platforms to get pertinent information to citizens when winter weather hits the Commonwealth.
“We have had great success using Twitter, Facebook and the KSP Mobile App* to share winter weather updates,” notes Brashears. “We encourage drivers to download the app so they will have real time traffic updates when planning winter travel.”
To meet the challenges of the upcoming winter driving season, KSP reminds drivers to plan ahead, make sure all passengers are properly restrained, drive defensively and ensure their vehicle is properly maintained to handle the effects of cold temperatures.
Other safe winter travel tips include:
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Check road and weather conditions before you leave by visiting www.goky.ky.gov, an online traffic, roadway information and weather portal operated by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. It’s user friendly and offers real-time information that is updated every two minutes. (Refrain from calling KSP posts or 911 for road or weather conditions due to high call volume.)
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Reduce speed in wintery conditions.
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Leave early – allow more travel time; expect delays.
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Increase distance between vehicles – the ability to stop is significantly affected on snow covered or icy roadways.
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Clear all windows on your vehicle prior to travel – having unobstructed vision is vital to
avoid running off of the road or having a collision.
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Ensure your windshield washer fluid is full and that you use an anti-ice solution.
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Turn on your vehicle’s headlamps. Remove any dirt, mud or snow.
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Use caution on bridges and overpasses as they are susceptible to freezing before
roadways.
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Avoid using cruise control which can cause a vehicle’s wheels to continue turning on a slippery surface when speed needs to be decreased.
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Ensure your vehicle has a full tank of gas in the event you are stranded for an extended
period of time.
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Charge your cellular phone prior to departure.
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Always dress warmly and keep a blanket in the vehicle.
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Carry a winter survival kit that includes items such as blankets, a first-aid kit, a can and waterproof matches (to melt snow for water), windshield scraper, booster cables, road maps, tool kit, bag of sand or cat litter (to pour on ice or snow for added traction), collapsible shovel, flashlight and extra batteries.
KSP is also requesting travelers to observe for stranded motorists. If you see or suspect that someone is stranded, contact KSP at 1-800-222-5555.
If you get stranded, staying in your vehicle is often the safest choice, says Brashears, who offers these added tips:
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Tie a brightly colored cloth to the antenna as a signal to rescuers.
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Move anything you need from the trunk into the passenger area.
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Wrap your entire body, including your head, in blankets, or extra clothing.
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Stay awake. You will be less vulnerable to cold-related health problems.
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Run the motor (and heater) for about 10 minutes per hour, opening one window slightly to let air in. Make sure that snow is not blocking the exhaust pipe-this will reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
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As you sit, keep moving your arms and legs to improve your circulation and stay warmer.
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Do not eat un-melted snow. It will lower your body temperature.
“We ask everyone to please remember to be patient,” says Brashears. “Bad weather often produces an unusually high volume of requests for service. Plus, the capabilities of first responders are limited, which increases response time.”
*The KSP Mobile App provides quick, direct access to KSP including weather, road and traffic information as well as text, voice and photo tip capabilities to report criminal behavior. The app is available for iPhone, iPad and Android applications and can be easily downloaded free of charge through Apple and Google Play stores.
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