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Current Obituaries
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Wednesday, December 6th Edition
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Friday, December 1, 2017
David Wayne Harris, 36
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David Wayne Harris, age 36, of Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Friday, December 1, 2017, at Marcum and Wallace Memorial Hospital in Irvine.
He was born December 8, 1980, in Hamilton, Ohio, the son of Michael and Renetta Harris. He had worked in construction and attended St. Elizabeth Catholic Church.
Mr. Harris is survived by his father, Michael Harris of Cynthiana; a brother, Ryan Scott Harris; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his stepmother, Penny Harris; his grandparents, Earline and Mark Crouch, and his great grandparents, Ancil and Beulah Tipton Profitt.
A memorial service will be held at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church 322 5th Street in Ravenna, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 8th. The family chose cremation.
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Eugenia "Jean" Margison Dennis, 98
Eugenia "Jean" Margison Dennis, widow of Harold, went to Heaven on November 30, 2017 at the age of 98.
She was born on June 29, 1919 in Irvine, Kentucky. She was a graduate of Estill County High School and Transylvania College. She was a homemaker and a lifelong member of Waco Christian Church.
Mrs. Dennis was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Lucinda Margison; her husband, Harold Dennis; her brothers: Quentin and Calvin Margison; and two grandchildren: Kim Sparks and Kelly Dennis.
She is survived by three children: Larry Dennis (Patsy) of Versailles; Patricia Rush (Patty) of Sellersburg, Indiana; and Mark Dennis (Tina) of Richmond; her caregiver, Mildred Richards; grandchildren: Kevin Dennis, Andy & Joey Smith, and Tyler & Mayce Dennis; a sister, Glenia Meade of Lexington; and a brother-in-law, Earl Dennis (Ruby). She has eight great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Sunday, December 3, 4-8 p.m., at Heritage Funeral Home (formerly Turpin), 237 North 2nd Street, Richmond. Funeral services were at 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 4th at the funeral home. Burial was at Madison Memorial Gardens, 210 West Rice Lane, Richmond.
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Edna Burdine Gordon, 82
Edna Burdine Gordon, 82, widow of Jay Gordon, passed away Thursday, November 30, 2017 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky.
She was a native of Madison County, born December 2, 1934, a daughter of the late Gene and Nannie Ingram Burdine. She was a homemaker, and a member of the Upper Redlick Baptist Church.
Mrs. Gordon was preceded in death by a son, Gene Allen Gordon; a brother, Clyde Eugene Burdine; and a sister, Roxie Burns.
Survivors include two sons: Larry J. Gordon and Melvin Gordon (Linda); five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, December 4, at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with Pastor Sidney Sparks officiating. Burial followed in the Lunsford Cemetery. Friends called Sunday, December 3rd after 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Donald Ray Woolery, 81
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Donald Ray Woolery, age 81, of Meade Drive in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, November 30, 2017, at his home following a long illness.
He was born December 3, 1935 in Estill County and was the son of the late Tracy W. and Fannie Lee Wiseman Woolery. He was retired from the CSX Railroad with 39 years of service. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of the VFW. He had lived in Estill County all his life.
Mr. Woolery is survived by his wife, Linda Hawkins Woolery; two sons: Kevin Woolery and Jason B. Woolery, both of Estill County; one granddaughter, Brittany Woolery, Fayette County; and four brothers: Michael Woolery, Madison County; Steve Woolery, Greg Woolery, and Kim Woolery, all of Estill County.
He was preceded in death by his son, David Woolery.
Mr. Woolery had requested cremation and no services are planned as he had desired.
Warren F. Toler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Saturday, November 25, 2017
Esther Garcia Martinez Nunnelley, 49
Esther Garcia Martinez Nunnelley, age 49, of Irvine, Kentucky, died Saturday, November 25, 2017, at the Hospice Compassionate Care Center in Richmond.
She was born April 21, 1968 in San Antonio, Texas to the late Ramon Torres Martinez and Maria Garcia Hernandez Fowler.
Esther moved to Estill county 30 years ago from San Antonio, and attended New Beginning Fellowship and previously worked as a nursing aide. She enjoyed listening to music; picnics, fishing, camping, cooking, her flower gardens and most of all, spending time with her family. She'll be dearly missed by her family and friends.
Survivors include two daughters, Priscilla Garcia Nilhas (Brian) of Ravenna and Leighandra Kirby (Brittany McKenzie) of Irvine; one granddaughter, Rebecca Nilhas of Ravenna; and one sister, Maricruz Parker (Dallas Harrison) of Irvine.
Graveside services were held Saturday, December 2, at the Mansfield Cemetery, 795 Driftwood Drive, Ravenna, at 4:00 p.m.
Coffman Funeral Home & Crematory of Mount Sterling was entrusted with arrangements.
Sunday, November 26, 2017
Chrystal Lea Wise Ashcraft, 86
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Chrystal Lea Wise Ashcraft, age 86, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2017.
She was born October 3, 1931 in Ravenna, Kentucky, to her parents, Elva and Mary Wise. Chrystal was number six out of 11 children.
She started her working career at Westinghouse and retired from Champion International Papers in 1993. She was an active member of West Side Church of Christ in Hamilton, Ohio, for over 50 years. After retirement, Chrystal set off to travel the world. Traveling with family and friends brought her great joy.
Chrystal had four children, nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren and was an aunt to over 40 nieces and nephews. Her children are Faron Ashcraft, Gwen Brill (Mike), Debbie Sullivan, and Tom Ashcraft. Her grandchildren are Christi Childress (Matt), Sarah Ashcraft, Lauren Brill, Lindsay Brill, Brandon Ashcraft, Jessica Gafgen (Brandon), Austin Ashcraft, and Ryan Sullivan. Chrystal’s surviving siblings are Alonzo Wise (Margaret), Thelma Dunaway, Elfreeda Wickizer, Wavlene Dunaway (Damon), Mary Alva Fox (Harry Dale) and Lynda Parks (Montie).
She was preceded in death by her siblings Wilbert Wise, Opal Critchfield, James Wise, and Allene Wise; and her grandson, Nick Ashcraft.
Graveside services were at 12:00 Noon, Friday, December 1, 2017 at Winchester Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be sent to Johnson University at 7900 Johnson Drive, Knoxville, TN 37998 or made online at JohnsonU.edu/donate in “loving memory” of Chrystal Ashcraft.
Scobee Funeral Home of Winchester was entrusted with Kentucky arrangements.
Avance Funeral Home & Crematory of Fairfield was entrusted with Ohio arrangements.
Scobee Funeral Home
Avance Funeral Home & Crematory
Monday, November 20, 2017
Justin Glenn Hobbs, 28
Justin Glenn Hobbs, age 28, of Ticky Fork Drive in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Monday, November 20, 2017, at his home.
He was born October 5, 1989 in Mt. Sterling and was the son of Cheryl Hobbs Embs and the late Gary Joe Snowden. He attended the Irvine First Church of God and had lived in Estill County most of his life.
Survivors, in addition to his mother, include two half-sisters: Laura Lynn Snowden Mainous and Miranda Webb, both of Estill County; one half-brother, Joe David Snowden, Estill County; special aunts: Anita Hobbs Marcum and Mildred Moore; and special cousins: Amy Jo Harkins, James Herbert Hobbs, Chris and Terry Camden.
Graveside services were held Wednesday, November 29, 11 a.m. at the Marcum Cemetery by Donnie Watson.
Pallbearers were Josh Harkins, Joe Harkins, Eddie Snowden, Chris Camden, Camron Cox, Roger Harkins and James Hobbs.
Warren F. Toler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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Wednesday, November 29th Edition
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Friday, November 24, 2017
Chilton Neal Jr., 84
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Chilton Neal Jr., age 84, widower of Carol Baber Neal, passed away late Friday night, November 24, 2017 at the Eastern Kentucky Veterans Center in Hazard, Kentucky.
He was a native of Estill County, born May 28, 1933, a son of the late Chilton and Lillian McIntosh Neal. He was a United States Army veteran, a former employee of the Bluegrass Army Depot, and worked for the railroad. He was a member of Rice Station Christian Church.
Mr. Neal was preceded in death by his daughter, Holly Estes; his sisters, Myraellen Stone and Kate Crouch; and his special friends, Earl Horn and Elbee “Mudduck” Murphy.
Survivors include his sons, Philip Neal (Teresa), and Curt Neal (Rhonda); his son-in-law, Tommy Estes (Carolyn); his grandchildren: Chris Estes (Angie), Philip Neal Jr., Brenton Estes (Courtney), Mandy Neal, and Maggie Neal; his great grandchildren: Holly Neal, Haley Neal, Ben Neal, Peyton Estes, Waylon Estes, Brayden Estes, and Austyn Estes; and his good friend, Henry Sizemore.
Services were held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 29, at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with Bro. Kirt Scott officiating. Burial followed in Sunset Memorial Gardens with full military honors. Friends called anytime after 12:00 Noon, Wednesday, until service time at the funeral home.
Monday, November 20, 2017
Norbert T. (Tommy) Ohlmann, 65
Norbert T. (Tommy) Ohlmann, age 65, of Winchester, Kentucky, husband of Barbara Puckett Ohlmann, passed away Friday, November 24, 2017 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.
Tommy was born in Fayette County on June 11, 1952 to the late Norbert Frederick Ohlman and Helen B. Ashcraft Ohlmann. He was a retired truck driver for Southern States Feed Mill and UPS Freight.
In addition to his loving wife, Barbara; Tommy is survived by one daughter, Barbara Lynn Ohlmann (Russell Burton) of Winchester; one son, Mathew T. Ohlmann; two grandchildren, Keisha Lynn Ohlmann and Dylan Thomas Poynter; one sister, Penny Stanfield of Clark County; and two nieces, Jane Lynn Battaile and Roselee Flynn. He also leaves behind his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Frank and Audrey Puckett.
Funeral services honoring the life of Tommy Ohlmann were held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 30, 2017 at Scobee Funeral Home by Bro. Jerry Smith. Burial followed in the Winchester Cemetery. Visitation was also be on Thursday at the funeral home from 12:00 Noon until the time of service.
Monday, November 20, 2017
Olive Edwards Rogers, 95
Olive Edwards Rogers, age 95, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2017, at Cold Spring Transitional Care, in Cold Spring, Kentucky. Olive was the widow of Herbert James Rogers who passed in 1980. Both are now at home with their Heavenly Father.
Olive was born on June 20, 1922, in Irvine, Kentucky, the daughter of James Corbett and Mary Wolfinbarger Edwards.
Survivors include one daughter, Hertha R. Smith (Bill) of Florence; one son, Herbert James "Jim" Rogers Jr.(Rekenna) of Garner, North Carolina; three grandchildren, Brian Scott Rogers (Holly) of Orlando, Florida; Megan Ashley White (Neil) of Lenoir, North Carolina; and Michael James Rogers (Lori) of Rochester, Minnesota; four great grandchildren, Wyatt Alexander Rogers of Orlando, Mary Grace Rogers, Katie James Rogers, and Emme Lou Rogers of Rochester; one step-great granddaughter, Trinity Dawn White of Lenoir two step-great grandsons, Josh Zook and Clay Zook of Orlando. Olive is also survived by one sister, Sandra E. Crawford (Rowan) of Mason, Ohio; one sister-in-law, Judy Edwards (Owen) of Riverside, Alabama; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Olive was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, three brothers, James E. "Mickey" Edwards (Louise), Leo "Pete" Edwards (Betty), and Owen "Ferd" Edwards (Judy); and three sisters, Rubye E. Strong (Merrill), Mary E. Frazier (Leon), and Cleo Edwards.
She was employed by the Blue Grass Ordnance Depot during World War II, and later she retired from the meat department at the Kroger Grocery in Richmond. Both Olive and Herbert were honored to be Kentucky Colonels. She loved to cook, make beautiful quilts and also embroidery work. Olive was a 1940 graduate of Irvine High School, married Herbert, and moved to Richmond in 1947. She lived in Richmond for 54 years, and then moved to Florence, in 2001 to be near her daughter. In 2015 she moved to Cold Spring Transitional Care in Cold Spring, Kentucky, where she passed.
On Tuesday, November 28, 2017, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. there was visitation at the Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals. Pastor Brian Heckber of First Church of Christ, Burlington, conducted the funeral service at 2:00 p.m.
Pallbearers were Jim Rogers, Brian Rogers, Michael Rogers, and Ron Weaver.
Immediately following the funeral service, the burial took place at Sunset Memorial Gardens in West Irvine, KY.
Monday, November 20, 2017
Elizabeth Ann Powell, 61
Elizabeth Ann Powell, age 61, of James West Way in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Monday, November 20, 2017, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.
She was born January 4, 1956 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late James and Ida Bea Puckett West. She was a former employee of Wal-Mart and formerly attended the White Oak Church of God.
Mrs. Powell is survived by her husband, Breck Powell; three daughters: April Riddell (Robin), Mandy Beckler (John), and Darla Estes (Jacob), all of Irvine; two stepchildren: Sheri Powell (Mike) and Gary Powell (Robin), both of Irvine; two brothers: Otis West (Rene) and David West Sr. (Darlene), both of Irvine; several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by one son, Billy “Bo” Abney Jr.; and one sister, Mandy Delores Woolery.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, November 25, 11:00 a.m. at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Scott Rogers. Burial was at the Dunaway Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Friday, November 24th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Stephen Riddell, Logan Beckler, Cody Beckler, Trinity McIntosh, Tyler Morgan and David West Jr.
Honorary pallbearers were Robert Morgan, Jacob Estes, Oliver Hensley and Jordan Powell.
Monday, November 20, 2017
Wilbert E Wise, 94
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Wilbert E. Wise, age 94, passed away Monday, November 20, 2017 in Texas.
He was born July 15, 1923 in Ticky Fork, Estill County, Kentucky to parents Elva and Mary Wise. He was the eldest of 10 children. Despite some hard times he had fond memories of his childhood in Kentucky. During World War II, he proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Communications expert as part of the 304th Signal Operation BN in the Pacific Arena. He worked for South Western Bell/ATT for 40 years, with accolades for 29 years of service with no absences. He and wife, Lynn were members of the New York Avenue Church of Christ for approximately 20 years.
Wilbert was preceded in death by his first wife, Georgia Margueritte "Peggy" Wise; a sister, Opal Critchfield; and a brother, James O. Wise.
Survivors include his wife, Lynn Ella Wise; daughters, Karen Branzell (Mark), Michelle Sorcic (Andy), and Choralen LaSalle (Jerry); a brother, Alonzo Wise (Margaret); sisters, Thelma Dunaway, Elfreda Wickizer, Chrystal Ashcraft, Wavelene Dunaway (Damon), Mary Alva Fox (Harry Dale) and Lynda Parks (Monty); as well as numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and stepsons, Floyd Adams (Carol), Dennis Adams, George Adams (Tonya) and Robert Allen.
Visitation was held on Friday, November 24, 1-2 p.m., at New York Avenue Church of Christ, followed by funeral services at 2:00 p.m. at the church. Burial was at Emerald Hills Memorial Park in Kennedale, Texas.
Greenwood Funeral Homes of Arlington, Texas was in charge of arrangements.
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