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Wednesday, June 21st Edition
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Barry Wayne Boswell, 52
Barry Wayne Boswell, age 52, of Irvine, Kentucky, husband of Sharon Conrad Boswell, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2017 at the Wallace and Marcum Hospital in Irvine.
He was born November 12, 1964 in Lexington, Kentucky, and worked in auto detailing before becoming disabled.
Other than his wife Sharon, he is survived by his parents, Sarah Katherine Boswell (Ralph) Cox; one daughter, Sarah Boswell; and nine brothers and sisters, Billy Boswell, Freddie Boswell, Peggy Sue Boswell; plus two that preceded him in death, Darlene King and Jimmy Boswell; and survived by Ralph Cox Jr., Don Cox, Shirley Roberts, Kathy Rose, Mark Cox and Anita Combs.
Funeral services for Barry will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 21, at the Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home, 1110 Barnes Mill Road, Richmond, with Dan Miller officiating. Burial will follow in the Flatwoods Cemetery.
Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. until service time at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be Josh Rawlins, Isaiah Harvey, J.R. Sparks, Cody Collins, Chub Roberts and James Goble.
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Thurman Hisel , 81
Thurman Hisel was born June 13, 1936 in Jackson County and departed this life Saturday, June 17, 2017 at the Kenwood Health & Rehab in Richmond, being 81 years of age. He was the son of the late Melvin Hisel & Iona (Lainhart) Hisle.
Thurman is survived by two children, Ray Wayne Hisel & Beulah Hisel. He is also survived by five sisters, Evelyn Collins of Drip Rock, Betty Isaacs of Irvine, Christine Harrison of McKee, Bonnie Rogers of Richmond and Barbara Rogers of McKee.
In addition to his parents, Thurman was preceded in death by two brothers: Elmer Hisel and Desmer Hisel; and by six sisters: Cynthia Adkins, Myrtle Hisel, Louise Lainhart, Eileen Rose, Brenda Fox and Ester Hobbs.
Funeral service was at 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 19, at Lakes Funeral Home with Bro. Darren Hisel officiating. Burial followed in the Hisel Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Turley Rogers, Ray Adkins, Ricky Collins, Roy Wayne Hisel and Woody Wagers. Lakes Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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Margie Bell Vinson, 90
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Margie Bell Vinson, age 90, of Lake Naomi Road, Clay City, Kentucky, passed away Friday, June 16, 2017 at her residence.
Born July 26, 1926, in Clay City, she was the daughter of the late George and Stella Barnett Pasley and she was a member of Powell's Valley Baptist Church. Margie Vinson was a former Certified Nurses Assistant employed at Irvine Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and Fountain Circle Care and Rehabilitation in Winchester.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Rose Vinson; five brothers: Louie Pasley, Hubert Pasley, Dude Pasley, Millard Pasley and Vernon Pasley; and two sisters, Millie Lewis and Wilma Mullinax.
Ms. Vinson is survived by one son, David Franklin Vinson (Veronica) of Germany; two daughters, Stella Louise Estes (Andy) of Clay City and Jean Kurdys of Buffalo, New York; two brothers: Lenwell Pasley (Gerlene) of Clay City and George Pasley, Jr. (Ethel) of Stanton; one sister, Loreli Steele of Stanton; five grandchildren: Kimberly Des Jardins, Jonathan Kurdys, Christy Dotson, John Estes and Chasta Davis; 13 great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren.
Funeral services officiated by Bro. Marion Brewer and Bro. Gary Willoughby will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 21, at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until time of service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery, Irvine.
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Janice M. Townsend, 76
Janice M. Townsend, 76, wife of Randall Townsend, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester, Kentucky.
She was born on August 13, 1940, in Hamilton, Ohio, to the late Chauncie and Iva Shaffer. She was a homemaker.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by four sons: Mike, Greg, Dwayne and Randall Embs; grandchildren, John and Macie Embs and several others; one brother, Jim Shaffer; and her first husband, Donnie Embs.
Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 17, at Scobee Funeral Home, 219 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester, by Pastor Ryan Dotson. Burial will be in Oakdale Cemetery, Irvine. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until time of service, Saturday, at the funeral home.
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Billy Burl Watkins, 64
Billy Burl Watkins, age 64, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2017 in Stanton, Kentucky.
He was born April 15, 1953 in Estill County to the late Bill and Geneva Bishop Watkins.
Survivors include, sons, Billy Burl Watkins Jr. and Arthur Thomas Watkins; daughters, Geneva Watkins, Billie Jo Watkins, and Tina Begley (Daryl); brothers, John Watkins (Sarah), Art Watkins (Sue), and Lenville Watkins (Eva); sisters, Beatrice Estes, Joyce Murphy (Frances), Linda Grogan, and Marlene Parkins; the husband of his late sister Alma Jean Jones, Chester; and several grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Alma Jean Jones.
Services Saturday, June 17, 1:00 p.m., Davis & Davis Funeral Home,777 West College Avenue, Stanton. Visitation Saturday after 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial in Flynn Cemetery, Estill County with nephews serving as pallbearers.
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Danny Bill "Pete" Barnes, 61
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Danny Bill "Pete" Barnes, 61, passed away Monday, June 12, 2017 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester, Kentucky.
He was born June 20, 1955 in Estill County to the late Moses "Bill" and Geneva Griggs Barnes.
Survivors include, daughter, Melanie Barnes Abner, Stanton; son, Danny Nicholas Barnes (Toni), Mt. Sterling; sisters, Ruby Napier (Gary), Stanton; Shirley Arvin (Carl), Richmond; Becky Glover, Dunedin, Florida; and Debbie Powell, Irvine; grandchildren: Jaxon Barnes, Teghan Abner, and Londyn Barnes; and several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Barnes was preceded in death by his parents, Moses "Bill" and Geneva Barnes.
Memorial services will be Thursday, 8:00 p.m., at Davis & Davis Funeral Home, 777 W. College Avenue, Station. Visitation will be prior to service time on Thursday, 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gray Cemetery, Irvine.
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Jean Brakefield Miller, 89
Jean Brakefield Miller, 89, widow of Francis Green Miller, passed away Monday, June 12, 2017 at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.
She was a native of Estill County, born October 14, 1927, a daughter of the late William Walter and Sarah Hunt Brakefield. She was a retired vice-president of the Estill Savings & Loan, who enjoyed travel and working on her yard.
Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Teresa Ann Miller; her brothers: Walter, Lawrence, Francis, Edward, Joseph and Bolan; her sisters: Sarah, Aimee, Ida, and Georgiana; her great grandson, Ethan Miller; and her son-in-law, Charlie West.
Survivors include her son, Stephen Miller (Shirley); her daughters: Penny West and Joan Minton (Eric); and her grandsons: John West, Robert West, Joseph West, Brett Miller, Brent Miller and Patrick Minton.
Graveside services for Mrs. Miller will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 16th at Oakdale Cemetery, with Bro. Tony White officiating.
Honorary pallbearers will be her grandsons.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations to Marcum Wallace Hospital, Estill County Ambulance Service, or the Estill County Public Library.
Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals is in charge of arrangements.
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Wednesday, June 14th Edition
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Ralph W. Bailey
Ralph W. Bailey, beloved husband and father, passed away Sunday, June 11, 2017. He passed peacefully, surrounded by the people who loved him most, “his girls”, loving wife of 44 years, Judy, and his precious daughters, Brandy and Noelle.
He was born February 8, 1949, in Estill County to the late Myrtle Winburn Bailey and Roscoe Bailey. He was a 1967 graduate of George Rogers Clark High School in Winchester and a 1988 graduate of Morehead State University where he was chosen to give the commencement speech as a non-traditional student.He retired from Arvin Meritor, formerly Rockwell International, with 38 years of service. He started as an hourly employee and worked his way into management after only seven years. He finished his career in Frankfort as supervisor of the welding department.
For many years, he was involved in men's fast pitch softball; first as a player for ByPass and then as a coach and sponsor for Top Gun. He won numerous state championships with ByPass and Top Gun. In 1996, he was awarded the National Softball Association Outstanding Coaches Award and Top Gun won the NSA Fast Pitch World Series. In 1999, Top Gun was the ASA National runner-up.
He was a strong-willed and hard-working man. He loved all things that grew in the yard, except for weeds. He loved mowing his yard, riding his motorcycle with his best friend Denny, driving his corvette, spending time in the sunshine, and bringing pies and donuts to his nurses. Every Christmas he enjoyed placing the nativity scene in his front yard for the residents of Winchester to enjoy. But most of all he loved taking care of his family and reminding them, as often as he could, how much he loved them and how proud he was of them.
In addition to his wife, Judy Bailey (nee Chism), and daughters, Brandy Bailey and Noelle Bailey, he is survived by his future son-in-law, Mark Parsons, his brother Gene Bailey (Diane) and sister Pam Rainey (Randy).
He was predeceased by his father and mother, and his sisters, Margie Prescott, Beverly Bailey, and Sherion Dearing.
A special thanks to Dr. Michael Horn and nurses Tammy, Marquetta (“Margarita”), Kitty, and Mary. We believe with their loving care we were able to keep him a couple more years.
Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 15, at Scobee Funeral Home, 219 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester, by Pastor Lee Cruse. Burial will be in Winchester Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 14th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be Denny Gaines, Paul Columbia, Art Perry, Courtney Hatton, Eli Johnson, Les Williams, Gene Culton and David Dowdy.
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Vesta Viola Flannery, 79
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Vesta Viola Flannery was born August 20, 1937 in Clay County, Kentucky, and departed this life Sunday, June 11, 2017 at her daughter’s residence, being 79 years of age. She was the daughter of the late Sherman & Fannie (Jackson) Mills.
Vesta is survived by the following children: Daniel Flannery (Lavernez) of Ohio, Doug Flannery (Donna) of Annville, James Ward (Julie) of Warren, Ohio; Carolyn Hillard of Annville, Gail Gray of Liberty, Linda Stepp (Mike) of Estill County, Teresa Flannery (Thomas White) of Daytona Beach, Florida; and Brenda Miller of Corbin. She is also survived by a sister, Marie Wolf; and by three brothers: Jasper Mills, Shafter Mills and U.S. Mills, all of Indiana. She was blessed with 15 grandchildren and 24 grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Vesta was also preceded in death by her husband, Dandy Flannery; two sons, Larry Flannery and Tim Flannery; a brother, Bryce Mills; and three sisters, Lillie Jones, Pearl Mills and Tressie Grubb.
Funeral service is at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 14th at Lakes Funeral Home with Bro. Brian Gabbard officiating. Burial follows in the Whicker Cemetery.
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Benjamin Walker West, 35
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Benjamin Walker West, 35, of Berea, Kentucky, transitioned to eternal life on Saturday, June 10, 2017.
Ben was born September 2, 1981. He was the son of Rufus William West (Mary Ann West) and Rene Brandenburg West. He was a United States Army veteran.
He leaves to cherish his memories of a loving husband of 15 years his wife, Latanya Marie West. He was the proud father of four children: Deondre Michael Tate, Tionna Marie Tate, Tay Shawn Douglas West, and Jayla Nicole West, his favorite mother-in-law, Teresa Gordon, siblings with a lot of fond memories: Sheri Nicole Dillon-Miller, Matthew Trever West and William Dee West and maternal grandmother, Jesse Mae Hardy Brandenburg.
Ben was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Rufus Walker West and Georgia Frances West, maternal grandparent, Clayton Brandenburg; his brother, Theodore “Coty” Michell West; his favorite father-in-law, Ray Douglas Gordon; and his sister-in-law, Kimberly Ann Gordon.
He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Ben will be missed by all that had an opportunity to make his acquaintance.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, June 15, 1 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Willie Hargus Gordon. Burial will be at the Flatwoods Cemetery. Friends may call between 6 and 9 p.m., Wednesday, June 14th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be Deondre Tate, Tre-Von Sternagle, Michael Johnston, Tayshawn West, Ronald Dontay Mitchell and Jeff Sewell.
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Albert Harold “Bear” Neal, 66
Albert Harold “Bear” Neal, age 66, of Red Lick Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2017, at his home following a short illness.
He was born June 10, 1951 and was the son of the late Andrew and Hazel Deaton Neal. He was a retired Leggett and Platt Company employee and had lived in Estill County all his life.
Mr. Neal is survived by two daughters: Jennifer Hardy (Brad), and Regina Neal (Randall Anglin); one son, Harold Ray Neal, Irvine; five sisters: Hazel Mae Neal, Sheila Neal, Jean Neal, Lois Kirby and Ethel Flannery; five brothers: Charlie Neal, Lacy Neal, Glen Neal, Johnny Neal and Dickie Neal; 13 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by three sisters: Mildred Kirby, Irene Dawes and Ella Mae Gay; and five brothers: Benny Neal, Milton Neal, Buddy Neal, James A. Neal and Richard Neace.
Memorial services will be conducted Saturday, June 17, 1 p.m., at the Hardy Cemetery.
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Mrs. Virginia “Ginny” P. Owens, 70
Mrs. Virginia “Ginny” P. Owens, age 70, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2017 at the Irvine Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in Irvine.
She was born on September 25, 1946 in Colorado, a daughter of the late Thomas Buford and Eva Marie Pugh. She was a member of First Christian Church in Irvine, Eastern Star and the Estill Arts Guild. She also had been a Clark County librarian. She found great joy in reading, gardening, sewing, watching movies and cooking. On August 11, 1968, she was united in marriage to Philip Martin Owens, who preceded her in death. From that union came two sons,Thomas Byron and Philip Daniel.
Those left to celebrate her life are her children: Thomas Byron Owens of Portland, Oregon; and Philip Daniel Owens (Tracy) of Irvine; her grandchildren: Brianna Hacker and Brooklyn Owens; her great grandchild, Ryleigh Paige Watson; her brothers: Thomas and Pat Pugh; her brothers-in-law: Byron M. Owens (Peggy) of Somerset, and Stephen Owens (Ona Kay) of Brodhead; as well as a host of friends and neighbors.
Besides her parents and husband, Philip M. Owens, she was preceded in death by an infant sister, Rebecca Pugh.
A memorial service for Mrs. Ginny Owens will be scheduled at a later date.
Condolences to the family may be made at Marvin P. Owens Home for Funerals in Brodhead, Kentucky.
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Marvin P. Owens Home for Funerals
Eugene Crawford, 62
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Eugene Crawford, age 62, of Winchester, Kentucky, formerly of Irvine, passed away Friday, June 9, 2017 at the University Of Kentucky Hospital. He was a self-employed builder.
He is survived by his wife, Jewell Crawford of Winchester; two sons: Randy Crawford and Kevin Crawford (Marie), both of Winchester; three daughters: Jessica Crawford of Winchester, Marsha Stewart of Irvine, and Samantha Crawford of Winchester; eleven grandchildren; one great grandchild; and one brother, Roy Crawford of Winchester.
Mr. Crawford was preceded in death by his parents, Grover and Christine Crawford; and a sister, Jenny Shanks.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 13, at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel, 201 7th Avenue in Clay City, with Bro. Rusty Wright officiating. Friends visited Monday, June 12th from 7 till 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial was in the Tipton Ridge Cemetery in Irvine.
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Howard Gail Gross, 65
Howard Gail Gross, age 65, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 6, 2017.
A native of Estill County, he was born on April 21, 1952 to the late Roy and Florence Dixon Gross. He loved motorcycles, dogs and taking long walks.
Mr. Gross was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Florence Gross; his brother, Larry Gross; and his sisters, Earline Woolery, Marlene Gross and Dorsey Ellen Gross.
Survivors include his sons, Roy Gross and Keith Gross (Anna); his daughter, Vickie Norton (Christopher Davidson); his grandchildren, Whitney Norton, Scott Allen, Alexis Gross and Baby Gross; his many nieces and nephews, Gina Barnett, Tony Gross, Howard Dwayne Gross, Tommy Gross, Jr., Crystal Gross, Maricia Gross, Danny Jo Gross, Ashley Gross, Larry Earl Gross, Marlene Faye Gross, Preston Gross, Justin Gross, Michael Gross, Brandon Woolery and Billie Melissa Foster; and many aunts, uncles and friends.
A memorial service was held on Tuesday, June 13th at 1:00 p.m. at the Stacy Lane Pentecostal Church with Bro. Jason Riddle officiating.
Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals was in charge of arrangements.
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Anna Stone Woods, 92
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Anna (Stone) Woods, age 92 of Clayton, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2017. She was the aunt to Kathleen Stone of Irvine.
Anna was born to the late Samuel and Ann (Puckett) Stone on October 2, 1924 in Irvine, Kentucky. She was a lifelong member of the Clayton Grace Bible Church and the Clayton Homemakers Club. She was a Scout mother, involved in Clayton Little League, and volunteered at the polls every year. She enjoyed doing ceramics and baking, especially wedding cakes.
Anna is survived by her son, Michael Woods (Claudette) of Texas; grandchildren, Patrick (Hannah), Megan (Robert), Katie, and Brian (Mel); great grandchildren, Alex, Lucas, Maddi, Evan, and Aubree; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Along with her parents, Anna was preceded in death by her husband, William B. Woods in 2015; son, David Woods; five siblings, Dorothy, Beatrice, Gordon, Lawrence, Russell and Roy; as well as her foster sister, Bertha.
A funeral service was held on Friday, June 9, 2017, beginning at 1:30 p.m. at the Clayton Grace Bible Church (248 W. Salem St., Clayton, Ohio). The family received friends on Friday from 11:30 a.m. until the time of services at the church. Burial followed in Royal Oak Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dayton in Anna’s honor.
Condolences may be made to the family online by visiting the website of Kindred Funeral Home, Englewood, Ohio.
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Alma Joyce Donahue, 69
Alma Joyce Donahue, age 69, of East Maple Street in Nicholasville, Kentucky, passed away Monday, June 5, 2017, at her home following a long illness.
She was born June 29, 1947 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Charles and Bertha Baker Rogers. She was a retired employee of Rose Terrace and a member of the Southland Christian Church. She had lived in Jessamine County most of her life.
Mrs. Donahue was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Earl Donahue.
She is survived by three daughters: Debra Ann Welch, Judy Taylor, both of Nicholasville; and Kimberly Donahue, Illinois; three sons: Tim Knox, Indiana; Daniel Donahue, Jr. and William Donahue, both of Nicholasville; three brothers: William Jesse Rogers, Delmas Rogers, both of Michigan; and Cleveland Rogers, Estill County; 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, Angela Earline Donahue; and nine siblings.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, June 10, 11:00 a.m. at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was at the Oaks Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Friday, June 9th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Zack Maggard, Zack Pruitt, Aaron Burcham, Steven Welch, Josh McIntosh and David Howey.
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Rev. Eugene Hampton, 86
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Rev. Eugene Hampton, 86, husband of the late Phyllis L. Hampton for 64 years, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 3, 2017. He was a farmer and pastor, having served numerous churches in his 50 years of ministry.
He is survived by one daughter, Wydine Cruse (Kiayam Ginter), three grandchildren, Lee Cruse (Elizabeth), Aaron Cruse (Tara), and Nikki Cruse; and six great grandchildren, Jacob, Lauryn, Hagan, Lake, Ryder and Kennedy.
Services were at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 8, at Scobee Funeral Home, 219 West Lexington Avenue in Winchester, by Rev. Lowell Rice. Burial was in Stone Family Cemetery in Winchester. Visitation was held at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Thursday.
Pallbearers were Lee Cruse, Aaron Cruse, Jacob Wheeler, Hagan Blanton, Bobby Hampton, Nathan Whitaker.
Honorary pallbearers were Jimmy Wills, Dr. Joseph Ott and Regina Prewitt; and caregivers, Roy Burke, Shirley Browning, Suzie Cahal, Amanda Phillips and Stefanie Willoughby.
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Leonard Daniel Barnes, Jr., 82
Leonard Daniel Barnes, Jr., 82, husband of Linda Shackleford Barnes, passed away Monday, May 29, 2017, at his home.
A native of Estill County, he was born December 21, 1934, the son of the late Leonard Daniel, Sr. and Grace Rawlins Barnes. A member of the Irvine First Baptist Church, he enjoyed UK sports, football, basketball, bowling and his 1976 Lincoln Continental.
Survivors include his wife, Linda Shackleford Barnes; his daughter, Paula Beebe; his sisters, Paulene Logsdon, Ruby Walters, Agnes "Peanut" Smyth; grandchildren, Cody and Tyler Knight, Ross Stevenson Beebe, Kerr Barnes Beebe and Kendall Whitt.
Services were private.
Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals was in charge of arrangements.
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Estill County News
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Free Disposal of Waste Tires
Estill County Judge Executive Wallace Taylor announces waste tires can be disposed of Thursday, June 22, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Estill Countians.
Tires can be disposed of at the county lot located on Cow Creek Road in front of the Animal Shelter.
This program provides a one-time opportunity for private citizens, farmers and some businesses to drop off unwanted waste tires free of charges.
Tires on rims will not be accepted. Off Road Tires (OTR) and solid tires with pressed on rims will not be accepted. Tire retailers may not participate in the program.
For additional information regarding Estill County’s Waste Tire Disposal Program, please contact Kim Dawes at 723-7524.
Local Priest Recognized for 50 Years
Last Wednesday, Father Al Fritsch, S.J., director of St. Elizabeth Parish in Ravenna, was recognized for being ordained 50 years.
Father Al is 83 years old and will soon turn 84.
He came to St. Elizabeth in 2004 to direct the local parish. He also pastors Our Lady of the Mountains in Stanton.
Between the two churches, he leads at least five masses a week.
He says leading the two churches is only his half-time job. He is a Jesuit and the main work of Jesuits is research, so he spends his other half-time in research.
Father Al grew up on a family farm about a mile from historic Washington, Ky. The town is now incorporated with Maysville.
Read more in this week's edition of The Estill County Tribune.
Margie Bell Vinson
Danny Bill "Pete" Barnes
Vesta Viola Flannery
Benjamin Walker West
Eugene Crawford
Anna Stone Woods
Rev. Eugene Hampton