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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 33 - Wednesday, February 15, 2017
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Current Obituaries
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Wednesday, February 22nd Edition
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Sunday, February 19, 2017
Fannie Cassie Arvin, 87
Fannie Cassie Arvin, age 87, a resident of the Irvine Nursing & Rehabilitation Center passed away Sunday, February 19, 2017, at the Center following a long illness.
She was born April 23, 1929 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Carlie Barnes Sr. and Maude Wood Barnes. She was a homemaker and a member of the Providence Baptist Church. She had lived in Estill County all of her life.
Mrs. Arvin was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Arvin Sr.
She is survived by four sons: Carl Arvin, Jr. (Shirley), Richmond; Ralph Arvin (Debbie), Berea; Darrell Arvin (Robin), Mt. Vernon; and David Arvin (Tina), Irvine; two daughters-in-law: Mary Arvin, Madison County; and Diana Arvin, California; one sister, Irene Barnes, Irvine; 17 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two sons, Kenneth & Gary Arvin; one sister, Lorene Rose; and two brothers: Carlie Barnes Jr. and John Barnes.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, February 22, 1 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Bill VanWinkle. Burial will be at the Turpin Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Tuesday, February 21st at the funeral home.
Friday, February 17, 2017
Lois Virginia Barnes Walker, 90
Lois Virginia Barnes Walker, age 90, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Friday, February 17, 2017 at the Marcum Wallace Hospital, following a sudden illness.
Virginia was born January 14, 1927 in Estill County, a daughter of the late Hood and Flora Hamilton Barnes. She spent many years as a teacher and administrator for the Estill County School System. She was a member of the Estill County Woman's Club, enjoyed playing Rook, and was known far and wide for her baking. She was a member of the Sandhill Christian Church.
Mrs. Walker was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Walker; and three brothers, Esco, Oakley and Howard Barnes.
She is survived by her sister, Joyce Combs of New Orleans; two nephews: John and Keith Combs; and her great niece, Candace Combs.
Friends called 1:00-3:00 p.m., Monday, February 20th at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals. Private services and interment will follow at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorial donations to the Marcum-Wallace Hospital.
Thursday, February 16, 2017
Edna Colvin-Hisle-Taylor, 81
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Edna Colvin-Hisle-Taylor
Edna Colvin-Hisle-Taylor received her heavenly wings on Thursday, February 16, 2017 at the age of 81.
She was born in Buhl, Alabama on November 18, 1935, the oldest child of six children of the late Bradie and Ola Mae (Jordan) Colvin. She accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and joined Mt. Enon Missionary Baptist Church in 2014.
Edna earned her Sociology degree and teaching licensure from Kentucky State University in 1956 and studied education courses at Morehead and Pikeville Colleges. She taught at Palmer Dunbar.
Edna became a trailblazer during integration transition, serving as the first African American teacher at Wheelwright High. After 12 years of teaching she become one of 32 African Americans chosen nationwide for an administrators training program with the U.S. Agriculture Stabilization Conservation Services, later renamed Farm Service Agency.
Also preceding her in death, a son, Derrick Baskin who died on January 2, 2012; sisters, Ruth and Birdie; a brother, Vincent; and husbands, Arch Hisle and Walter Taylor.
Edna leaves to cherish her memories; brother, Brady Colvin Jr. of Vacaville, California; sisters, Yvonne Marvin (Willie) of Trotwood, Ohio; Sheila Robinson of Elizabeth, New Jersey; and Nicole Neal, Covington, Kentucky; her niece and caregiver, Karen Hunt of Washington Township, Ohio; a special cousin, Arthur Watford of Richmond, Kentucky; and special friends Julie Kavanagh, Larry Hisle Sr., Greg Jackson, Carolyn Stacy, Nelle Williams, Tim & Rhonda Gould and James & Opal Witt, all of Irvine and Richmond; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2017, at Mt. Enon Missionary Baptist Church, 1501 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, Dayton, Ohio; with Rev. Corey Pruitt officiating. Visitation one hour prior to service.
In lieu of flowers please make donation to Kentucky State University Scholarship Fund in Edna’s name.
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Hazel Wagers Lamb, 93
Hazel Wagers Lamb, age 93, widow of George Brock Lamb, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2017, at the Owsley County Health Care Center in Booneville, Kentucky.
She was a native of Estill County, born December 28, 1923, a daughter of the late Charles And Nettie Lucy Cox Wagers. Mrs. Lamb was a retired nurse, working for 45 years at the Marcum Wallace Hospital and the former Pattie A. Clay Hospital. She was a member of the Rice Station Christian Church for over 65 years. She enjoyed doing volunteer work for various organizations in Estill County.
Mrs. Lamb was preceded in death by her son, George Brock Lamb Jr.
Survivors include her son, Tony Lamb (Sandra Kaye); her grandchildren: Jeffery Scott Lamb, Tonya Ellen Lamb, and Eric Keith Lamb; her great grandchildren: Haley Lee Ann Lamb and Weston Keith Lamb; and special nieces, Trena Linders and Martina Garrison.
Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, February 17th at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with Larry Deckard officiating. Burial followed in the Sunset Memorial Gardens. Friends called anytime after 12:00 Noon, Friday, until service time, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were E.B. Stacy, Ray Harold Hardy Jr., Butch Hardy, Pepper Hardy, Jeff Lamb, and Austin McIntosh.
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Charles Wayne Lowe, 61
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Charles Wayne Lowe Charles Wayne Lowe, age 61, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at the Stanton Health and Rehab Center.
He was a native of Estill County, born July 19, 1955, a son of the late Walter Lowe and the late Elsie Horn Lowe Oliver. Charles was a proud University of Kentucky Wildcats fan, Kyle Busch’s #1 fan, a member of Estill County V.F.W, enjoyed the outdoors and loved dogs.
Mr. Lowe was preceded in death by his grandparents, Henry and Rebecca Puckett Horn; his parents, Walter Lowe and Elsie Horn Lowe Oliver; his aunts: Carol Sue Brewer and Hazel Tipton; and his uncles: Travis Horn, Harold Horn, Charles Horn, Floyd Horn, and Stanley Trimble.
Survivors include his sister, Debbie Hammonds (Tracy); his aunts: Lorene Trimble, Norma Horn, Joyce Clemons (Don), Naomi Horn, and Kay Horn; his uncle, Austin Brewer; his nephew, Chase Hammonds; many cousins; his special friends Sam & Sharon Scott, Andy & Marty Stapleton and daughters Jessica and Hannah; Ashley Hatton & Sarge; Clark Abney; and a host of many, many other friends.
Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 18th at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with David Watson and Larry McIntosh officiating.
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Stanley Newman, 76
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Stanley Newman Stanley Newman, age 76, of Franklin County, Kentucky, passed from this life on Wednesday, February 15, 2017, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Services were held at Harrod Brothers Funeral Home, 312 Washington Street, Frankfort, on Monday, February 20, at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Esther Sapp. Burial followed at Landrum Cemetery in London, Kentucky. Visitation was held at Harrod Brothers Funeral Home from 9:00 a.m. until service time on Monday.
Stan was born in Estill, County on February 26, 1940, to the late Everett Newman and Opal Stevens Newman Reece. He was united in marriage to his wife, Betty Ruth Rooney Newman, who preceded him in death. He retired from the National and Jim Beam Distillers. He was known as an excellent neighbor and friend to those in his community.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his children, Stanley Ray Newman, Everett Wayne Newman; and twins, Jeffrey Newman and Charlene Newman; his siblings, Roger Neece, Norma Elliott and Molly “Peaches” Harp.
He is survived by his daughter, Susan Marie Newman of Richmond; his siblings, Billy Newman (Pat) of Frankfort, Jeanette Herman McKinney of Camden, Ohio; Danny Hoover (Wilma) and Bobby Hoover, both of Irvine; his grandchildren, Alexis Newman, Mandrea Newman and Kyle Wayne Newman; several nieces and nephews; a special niece and nephew, Karen Newman and Terry McKinney; and his special friend, Rena Bartlett. He was also blessed with his beloved canine companion, Koda.
Flowers are welcome, as well as expressions of sympathy which may be made to Hospice of the Bluegrass (now known as Bluegrass Care Navigators), 663 Teton Trail, Frankfort, KY 40601 or Landrum Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund, Box 615, East Bernstadt, KY 40729.
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Phillip Dean Worrell, 64
Phillip Dean Worrell, age 64, of Maupin Hill Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2017, at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, following a long illness.
He was born January 13, 1953, in Madison County, the son of the late Douglas and Edith Gordon Worrell. He was an assembly line worker with Hyster-Yale and had lived in Estill County all of his life. He was a member of Bass Masters.
Mr. Worrell is survived by his wife, Teresa Arthur Worrell; two daughters: Stacey Elaine Worrell, Estill County; and April Michelle Easter, Madison County; a sister, Joyce Puckett, Estill County; three grandchildren: Tanner Blake Chaney, Emily LeeAnn Emmons and Savanna Nicole Puckett; and an honorary son, Shane Hurst.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Sheila Henry
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, February 18th at 11 a.m. at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Terry Barnes with burial following in the Crowe Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Friday, February 17th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Nicholas Floyd, Jacob Floyd, William White, David Newton, Junior Coffey, and David Coffey.
In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the funeral home.
Saturday, February 11, 2017
Jackie Dean Begley, 54
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Jackie Dean Begley Jackie Dean Begley, 54, of Irvine, Kentucky, died Saturday, February 11, 2017 of natural causes.
He was a native of Estill County, born December 23, 1962, a son of the late Roscoe and Betty Reed Begley.
Mr. Begley was preceded in death by his sisters, Vickie Marie Tipton and Wanda Lee Begley; and his brother, Danny Begley.
If anyone knew Jack they knew how kind hearted he was and how he would give the shirt off his back and walk an extra mile to help you. If you were a friend, you knew you were loved, if you were a stranger, he would give you the shoes off his feet and walk away bare footed. This is the kind of man that we've lost.
Survivors include his brother, Ronnie Begley (Sheila); his sister, Becky Puckett (Greg); and his self-adopted son, Jeremiah Johnson. He's also survived by many great family and friends who will miss and treasure the memories they had with him.
There was a gathering of friends at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, February 16th at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals, with a memorial service beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 11, 2017
Marcus Wayne Thacker, 78
Marcus Wayne Thacker, age 78, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, February 11, 2017 at the Hospice Compassionate Care Center in Richmond.
A native of Buchanan Virginia, born October 10, 1938, he was the son of the late Lillian Newkirk Thacker Barnes.
Mr. Thacker was preceded in death by his brothers, Hoy Gayle, John Wesley, Harold Edward, and James Roscoe Thacker.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Sue Hatfield Thacker; sons, Marcus Thacker Jr. (Donna), Hoyvan Thacker (Teresa), and Jesse Taylor Thacker (Sandy Melton); a daughter, Matewood Thacker Kortbein; six grandchildren, Marcus Thacker III, Jessica D. Thacker (Michael), Michael A. Thacker, Jason Taylor Thacker, Dylan Joseph Kortbein, and Gavin Martin Thacker; and several nieces and nephews.
Marcus was an avid outdoorsman and was a buyer of medicinal herbs and ginseng for the last 15 years.
There are no services planned at this time. The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date.
Arrangements are being made by Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals
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Wednesday, February 15th Edition
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Sunday, February 12, 2017
Mary Edith Shuler, 83
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Mary Edith Shuler Mary Edith Shuler, age 83, a resident of the Irvine Nursing & Rehabilitation Center passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, following a long illness.
She was born May 14, 1933 in Powell County and was the daughter of the late Algin and Alice Wright Wasson. She was a homemaker and a member of the Mt. Carmel Christian Church.
Mrs. Shuler was preceded in death by her husband, Elery Shuler.
She is survived by two daughters: Betty Shuler, Irvine; and Wanda Lynch (David), Ravenna; one son, Lloyd Shuler (Sandra), Irvine; three brothers: Junior Wasson, Berea; John Wasson, Waco; and Oscar Wasson, Richmond; four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by four sisters: Josephine Wasson, Mae Adams, Beulah Wasson and Aleen Wasson; and two brothers: Clay and Bert Wasson.
Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, February 15, 1 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Mark Pearson and Bro. Terry Barnes. Burial was at the Crowe Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Tuesday, February 14th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Lloyd Shuler, Oscar Wasson, Junior Wasson, Wayne Willis, Daniel Shuler and Daniel Burton.
Honorary pallbearers were Gary Wasson and John Lynch.
Friday, February 10, 2017
Bernice “Niecey” Smith, 65
Bernice “Niecey” Smith, age 65, of Highway 89 in McKee, Kentucky, passed away Friday, February 10, 2017, at her home following a short illness.
She was born November 17, 1951, in Jackson County, a daughter of Mary D. Smith and the late Farris D. Smith. She was a member of the Drip Rock Baptist Church and had lived in Jackson County all of her life. She enjoyed reading her bible.
Ms. Smith is survived by three sisters: Mildred Richardson, Estill County; Bonnie Wilson and Jewel Isaacs, both of Jackson County; two brothers: Anthony Smith and Glenn Smith, both of Jackson County; and a host of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by five siblings: Porshia A. Smith, Deanna Smith, Bruce Smith, Cecil Smith, and Cleaborn Smith.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, February 12, 1 p.m., at the Drip Rock Baptist Church by Bro. Keith Carr and Bro. Darrell Isaacs with burial following in the Sparkman Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Monday, February 13th at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home and after 12 Noon, Tuesday, at the church.
Pallbearers were Donnie Smith, Owen Isaacs, Anthony Smith, Joshua Wilson, Aaron Wilson and Jason Richardson.
Honorary pallbearers were Daniel Smith and Lamoine Richardson.
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
James "Paul" Barker, 87
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James "Paul" Barker, age 87, widower of Ula Horn Barker, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at the VA Medical Center in Lexington.
A native of Estill County, born July 14, 1929, he was the son of the late Jim and Millie Farthing Barker. He was an United States Army veteran and former member of the American Legion, and he enjoyed hunting, fishing and the outdoors.
Mr. Barker was preceded in death by his brother, Silas Barker.
Survivors include his sons, James Barker (Barbara) and Jerry Barker; daughters, Wanda Cochran (Bill), Anna Catherine Smith (Joey) and Millie Hollingsworth; 11 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Services were held on Friday, February 10th at 1:00 p.m. at the Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with Bro. Scott Rogers officiating. Burial followed in the Campbell Cemetery. Friends called anytime after 11:00 a.m. on Friday at the funeral home.
Serving as pallbearers were Jimmy Barker, Ronnie Barker, Ray Combs, Joey Smith, Bill Cochran, and Josh Barker.
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Ronnie Dale Estes, 43
Ronnie Dale Estes, 43, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2017, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.
A native of Estill County, born August 16, 1973, he was the son of the late Charles Estes and Bonnie "Darlene" Freeman Estes.
Mr. Estes was preceded in death by his aunts, Carly Baker and Patty Freeman; and an uncle, Junior Estes.
He enjoyed his life. He enjoyed sports, hunting, fishing, and having cookouts.
Mr. Estes is survived by his mother, Bonnie "Darlene" Estes; uncles, Bobby Freeman, Paul Freeman, and Bud Freeman (Rhonda); aunts, Lula Sewell, Corena Steinmetz, Carrie Jo Sewell, Anna Walters, Emma Dennis, and Jean Estes; and many cousins.
Services were held on Monday, February 13th at 2:00 p.m. at the Bethel Christian Church in Fox with Bro. Linville Dunaway officiating. Burial followed in the Rose & Freeman Cemetery. Friends called anytime after 11:00 a.m. on Monday at the church.
Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals is in charge of arrangements.
Monday, February 6, 2017
Lucille Jamison Canter, 81
Lucille Jamison Canter, age 81, of Elm Street in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Monday, February 6, 2017, at the Springview Hospital following a long illness. She was born January 29, 1936 in Elwood, Indiana and was the daughter of the late Jesse and Mary McKinney Jamison. She was a former Standard Products employee and a member of the First Baptist Church. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
She is survived by her husband, Lenvil G. Canter; one son, Rick Canter (Jean), Ft. Wayne, Indiana; one sister, Lavenda Jo Canter, Irvine; one brother, Gayle Jamison, Ohio; two grandchildren: Paul Veltum and Glen Veltum; and five great grandchildren: Mikaela Veltum, Corbin Veltum, Luke Veltum, Sarah Whitley and Rachel Whitley.
Mrs. Canter was preceded in death by one daughter, Teresa Canter; and several brothers and sisters.
Funeral services were conducted Monday, February 13, 11 a.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Sherl Thomas. Burial was at the Cobb Hill Cemetery. Friends called after 10 a.m., Monday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Vickie Dunaway, Sonia Smith, Rick Canter and Lester Duncan.
Monday, February 6, 2017
Ezell Rogers, 80
Ezell Rogers, age 80, of Sandhill Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Monday, February 6, 2017, at her home following a sudden illness.
She was born May 19, 1936 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Nathan and Pearl Estes Isaacs. She was a former employee of the A.L. Williams Insurance Company and had lived in Estill County most of her life.
Ms. Rogers is survived by two daughters: Rhonda Mansfield, Estill County; and Shannan Rae Rogers, Dayton, Ohio; one son, Harlan B. Angel Jr., Kettering, Ohio; six sisters: Irene Rucker, Cletta Harris, Berma Newton, Estill County; Malvie Martin, Ohio; Mary Alice Mays, Lee County; and Bernice Page, Fayette County; seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two daughters: Wanda Angel and Baby Rogers; three sisters: Anonia Daniels, Ethel Chaney and Viola Alcorn; and two brothers: Perry and Elwood Messer.
Funeral services were conducted Friday, February 10, 1 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Delvin Reece. Burial was at the Riverview Cemetery. Friends called after 11 a.m., Friday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Scotty Burcham, Tristan Rogers, Jason Miller, Harlan Angel, Rex Puckett and Shawn Puckett.
Saturday February 4, 2017
Marsha Lynn Huddleston-Holmes 67
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Marsha Lynn Huddleston-Holmes Marsha Lynn Huddleston-Holmes age 67 of Readyville, Tennessee; passed away Saturday February 4, 2017 from an extended illness at St Thomas Rutherford hospital. Marsha was a native of Irvine, Kentucky.
Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Richard W. Holmes of Readyville, TN; sons: Douglas Holmes (Jennifer) of Beech Grove, TN; and Brett Holmes (Faye) of Auburntown, TN; a daughter, Erika Holmes (Rich Cook) of Murfreesboro, TN; grandchildren: Ashley Sparks (Ryan March), Joshua Holmes, Emily Sparks and Kaitlyn Sparks; mother, Geneva Huddleston; sister, Tina Campbell (Greg), all of Woodbury, TN; nieces: Sarah Bailey (Sean Studd) and Esther Bobo (BJ); great niece and nephew: Brandon Bailey and Jada Bobo; special lifetime friend Dolores Zawadski (Joe) of Cookeville, TN; and several aunts and uncles.
Marsha was preceded in death by her father, Douglas Huddleston; and brother, Terry Huddleston.
She was a member of the Daughters of the Revolution and a retired Lab Technician and homemaker. Marsha loved to travel and she so loved the beach. She was always a supporter for animal rescue organizations and leaves behind her beloved dogs Sadie, Zephyr, Lily, and Molly. She was an avid reader and mostly loved to spend time with her family. Marsha was a very special Grandma to her grandchildren. She always had a smile for you no matter the circumstance. She will be greatly missed by her friends, family and fur babies.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to some of her favorite organizations are requested by the family.
Short Mountain Dog Rescue P.O. Box 175 Dowelltown, TN 37059
Cannon County Community for Animals P.O. Box 21 Woodbury TN 37190
Cannon County Senior Center 609 W. Lehman St. Woodbury, TN. 37190
There will be a gathering of family and friends to celebrate Marsha’s life Saturday February 18th from 1-4pm at the Rustic Elegance Event Center, 1751 Doolittle Rd Woodbury, Tennessee. Brother Royce Huddleston will be officiating the service at the Gathering. Royce is also Marsha’s uncle.
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Thursday, February 16, 2017
KSP Investigates Officer Involved Shooting
The suspect in an officer-involved shooting on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, has died.
The Kentucky State Police has confirmed that Kenneth B. Huntzinger, 51 years old of Richmond, succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the University of Kentucky Hospital on the evening of Thursday, February 16th. He was taken to the State Medical Examiner’s Office in Frankfort for an autopsy.
The initial investigation indicated that the Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was called at approximately 8:50 p.m., Wednesday, February 8th in reference to a domestic disturbance that was taking place at a residence on General Nelson Drive. As KSP arrived on scene the trooper exited his vehicle, and located the man that was allegedly involved in the disturbance in a vehicle.
The ongoing investigation alleges that the suspect then drove his truck directly at the trooper, at which time shots were fired, injuring the suspect. First aid was administered at the scene, and the suspect was transported to the University of Kentucky Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Kentucky State Police Sergeant Toby Coyle was the only officer involved in the shooting and was not injured. Sgt. Coyle is a 16-year veteran of KSP, and is currently assigned to KSP Post 7 in Richmond. In accordance with KSP Policy, Sgt. Coyle has been placed on paid administrative leave.
The ongoing investigation is being conducted by the KSP Critical Incident Response Team. They were assisted at the scene by KSP Personnel, Madison County Sheriff’s Office, and Madison County EMS.
Monday, February 6, 2017
KSP Investigates Fatal Collision in Lincoln
The Kentucky State Police, Richmond Post was called just before 8:30 this morning in reference to a fatal collision that occurred on KY HWY-78 in Lincoln County.
The initial investigation indicates that Jamie M. Harrison, 43 years old of Stanford, KY, was driving east on HWY-78 in a 1994 Chevrolet Pickup Truck. Jamie Harrison lost control of his vehicle, causing it to travel off the roadway and overturn in a field. As a result of the collision, the driver’s wife, Bobbie J. Harrison, 40 years old of Stanford, and their 15 year old daughter were ejected from the vehicle. All three occupants were transported to the University of Kentucky Hospital with life-threatening injuries. Bobbie Harrison died as a result of her injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Fayette County Coroner upon her arrival to UK Hospital.
The ongoing investigation is being conducted by KSP Trooper Chris Damron. He was assisted at the scene by KSP Personnel, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Lincoln County EMS, and Lincoln County Fire & Rescue.
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Trafficking Arrest
Kentucky State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officer Erik Stallsworth conducted a traffic stop on a Nissan passenger car on Turpin Drive in Richmond on Tuesday, January 31, 2017. After receiving consent to search the vehicle from the operator, a brown purse was located in the passenger floor board. Kristy N. Whitaker, a passenger in the vehicle from Berea, KY, stated the purse belonged to her and could possibly contain some marijuana. After searching the purse, Officer Stallsworth located two small plastics bags containing possible marijuana, seven small plastics bags containing possible methamphetamine, five used syringes, two cutoff straws, and a set of digital scales. Whitaker was placed under arrest, lodged in the Madison County Detention Center and charged with the following: 1) Trafficking in a controlled substance 1st degree 1st offense (Methamphetamine), 2) Possession of marijuana, and 3) Drug paraphernalia (buy/possess).
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