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Current Obituaries
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Wednesday, May 2nd Edition
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Saturday, April 28, 2018
June Lee Spencer, 55
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June Lee Spencer, age 55, of East Broadway, Winchester, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at her residence following a long illness.
Born in Winchester, she was the daughter of the late Franklin Dunn and the late Denvie Taulbee Dunn. June was a former parts assembly operator with Quality Manufacturing, a former cook with the Corner Drug Store in Winchester, and Tipton's Market.
She is survived by her husband, Stanley Spencer; two daughters: Kelly Marie Centers (Chris) of Winchester, and Shelly Lee Leigh (Derrick) of Harrodsburg; three brothers: Randall Dunn (Ella) of Irvine, Kenneth Dunn of Clay City, and Rondle Dunn of Winchester; one sister, Judy Stokley (Matthew) of Clay City; and six grandchildren: Savannah Lynn Centers, Hunter Mark Lee Spencer, Stanley Centers, Jessica Centers, Jackson Leigh, and Jacqueline Leigh.
Funeral services officiated by Brother Brad Epperson were held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 1, at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton. Visitation began at 6:00 p.m., Monday, April 30th at the funeral home. Interment was in West Bend Cemetery with Christopher Centers, Derrick Leigh, Arnold Mullins, Zachary Hale, Hunter Spencer and Stanley Centers serving as Active Pallbearers.
Honorary pallbearers were Sandra York, Donnie Spencer, Linda Spencer, Kim Wills, Vicki Garner and Dan Masters.
Friday, April 27, 2018
Nannie L. Henderson McGuire, 89
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Nannie L. Henderson McGuire, widow of Carl McGuire, of Jeffersonville, Kentucky, passed away Friday, April 27, 2018.
She was an 89-year-old native of Estill County, born January 19, 1929, daughter of the late Leonard and Rhoda Rose Henderson, a homemaker and a member of the Pentecostal faith.
Mrs. McGuire is survived by two sons: Lenny McGuire (Kathy) and Carl McGuire Jr. (Wanda), and a daughter, Diana Reffitt, all of Jeffersonville; seven grandchildren, Carla M. Watkins, Heather J. Evans, Dave, Mike, Cameron, Caleb and Christina McGuire; four great grandchildren; a brother, Arville Henderson; and a sister, Wathena Cartmill.
She was preceded in death by three brothers: John, Edwin and Elbert Henderson; three sisters: Pearl Woods, Marvella Reffitt, and Annie Hall; a grandson, Kenneth McGuire; and a son-in-law, Tom Reffitt.
Her funeral was at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 1, at Herald & Stewart Home for Funerals of Mt. Sterling with burial in Hammock Cemetery. Visitation was 5-8 p.m., Monday, April 30th at the funeral home.
Herald & Stewart Home for Funerals
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Sammie Lawson King, 74
Sammie Lawson King, age 74, of Barnes Mountain Road, in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at the St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, following a long illness.
He was born October 13, 1943, in Estill County, a son of the late Willie and Emily Jane Reece King. He was the owner of Sammie's Furniture and had lived in Estill County most of his life. He attended the Church of the Nazarene.
Mr. King is survived by his wife, Elsie Williams King; two sons: Sammie Glen King (Chastity), Estill County; and Ricky Allen Isaacs (Shirley), Lee County; a sister, Loretta Hobbs (Bob), Ohio; a brother, Paul King, Estill County; four grandchildren: Lynn Griffin, Ricky Isaacs Jr., Brittney King, and Aiden King; and two great grandchildren: Hannah Isaacs and Mackensley Griffin.
He was preceded in death by five siblings: Juanita Morris, Troy King, Miles King, Snowden King, and Lloyd King.
Funeral services were conducted Sunday, April 29, 2:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Randy Bowles and Bro. Ricky Isaacs with burial following in the West Irvine Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Saturday, April 28th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Buster Isaacs, Chris Griffin, Justin Riddell, Jim Barnett, Tracy Jones, Jeff Crouch and Jeffrey Crouch.
Honorary pallbearer was Howie Lynch.
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Travis Edward Tipton, 24
Travis Edward Tipton, age 24, of Pryse Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at his home.
He was born February 17, 1994, in Sumpter County, South Carolina, a son of Edward Daniel Sr. and Linda Workman Tipton. He had lived in Estill County most of his life and was a member of the South Irvine Christian Church.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister, Sara Danielle Tipton, Estill County; two brothers: Edward Daniel Tipton Jr. and Benjamin Walker Tipton, both of Estill County
Memorial services set for a later date.
Saturday, April 21, 2018
Daniel Lewis "D.L." Todd, 75
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Daniel Lewis "D.L." Todd, age 75, husband of Phyllis Watson Todd, passed away at his home on Saturday, April 21, 2018.
He was Vietnam Veteran of the United States Marine Corps and retired from Rockwell International. He was also a Mason at the Stafford Lodge #562 F&AM.
Mr. Todd was the son of his late father, Elmer Thaddeus Todd, and Lillian Todd; with one sister, Meredith Todd Dunaway.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Watson Todd; one son, Daniel Lewis Todd Jr.; a daughter, Emma Janet Richardson (Darrell); a stepdaughter, Amy Carol Preston (Kevin); three grandchildren: Kaitlyn Danielle Mesewicz, Gabrielle Amber Sarbaugh, and Clay Evan Cocanougher (Crystal); a great grandson, Carson David Cremeens; a brother, Darrell Lee Todd (Pam) and a sister, Melba Jean Bush.
Mr. Todd chose cremation and no service, as he wished.
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Judy Carol Royse, 67
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Judy Carol Royse, age 67, passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at the Baptist Health Hospital, located in La Grange, Kentucky.
Judy was born January 10, 1951 in Beattyville, a daughter to the late Roscoe and Bonnie Warner Baker. She was a homemaker, and attended the Allensville Baptist Church and New Hope Baptist Church both located in Winchester. She loved her family and living for the Lord. In her free time she enjoyed gardening, crafting, dolls, and attending church.
Ms. Royse is survived by two sons: Joseph Royse (Heather) and Brian Christopher Royse, both of Stanton; one daughter, Pamela Royse (Phillip Whitt II) of Winchester; two brothers: Edward Baker of Nicholasville, and David Baker of Irvine; two grandchildren: Houston Kyle Land and Hannah Nicole Whitt, both of Winchester; and many other loving family members and friends.
Along with her parents, Roscoe and Bonnie Baker, she was preceded in death by two sisters: Sara Gentry and Betty Smallwood; and one brother, Roscoe Pete Baker Jr.
Visitation was held Saturday, April 21, from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 p.m., at the Booneville Funeral Home with funeral services following at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Rob Morgan officiating. She was laid to rest in the Beatty Place Cemetery, located in Beattyville.
Pallbearers were Steve Gentry, Keith Smallwood, Jimmy Gentry and Noah Smallwood.
Honorary pallbearers were Wesley Reece, Fred Smallwood, and Phillip Whitt.
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Wednesday, April 25th Edition
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Sunday, April 22, 2018
Cathy Jean Isaacs, 60
Cathy Jean Isaacs, age 60, of Greathouse Road in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, April 22, 2018 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, following a long illness.
She was born November 13, 1957, in Estill County, a daughter of Happy Isaacs and Frances Rose Caldwell.
Ms. Isaacs is survived by her mother, Frances Rose Caldwell; one daughter, Tonya Beard (Chad), Estill County; a grandchild, Addison Beard; one nephew, Dwight Durbin (Jennifer); and two great nephews: Carter and Mason Durbin.
She was preceded in death by her stepfather, Kenneth Caldwell Sr.; one sister, Sharon Durbin; and a brother, Kenneth Caldwell Jr.
Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, April 25, at 6:00 p.m. at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Jason Brooks with burial following in the Sunset Memorial Gardens. Friends called between 3 and 6 p.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Dwight Durbin, Carter Durbin, Chad Beard, Chris Beard, Shaun Beard, and Bill Beard.
Honorary pallbearer were Mason Durbin.
Saturday, April 21, 2018
James Earl Muncy Sr., 62
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James Earl Muncy Sr., age 62, of Kirkland Avenue in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, April 21, 2018 at the Baptist Health Lexington Hospital following a long illness.
He was born May 2, 1955, in Madison County, a son of the late Bobby Gene Sr. and Annabell Marcum Muncy. He was a pool installer with Baker Pool Supply and had lived in Estill County all his life. He was a Veteran of the National Guard.
Mr. Muncy is survived by two sons: Joseph E. Muncy (Mary) and James Earl Muncy Jr (Dasha), both of Estill County; a brother, Bobby Gene Muncy Jr. (Pat), Estill County; one grandchild, James Earl Muncy III; and a nephew, Chad Muncy.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Glen Muncy.
Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, April 25, at 11:00 a.m. at the Gray Cemetery by Bro. Scott Rogers.
Pallbearers were Gary Boyken, Bobby Muncy, Chad Muncy, Joseph Muncy, James Muncy Jr., and Dale Baker.
Friday, April 20, 2018
Edyth Lee Sparks Puckett, 79
Edyth Lee Sparks Puckett, age 79, of Broadway in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Friday, April 20, 2018, at the Compassionate Care Center, Richmond, following a long illness.
She was born August 30, 1938, in Estill County, a daughter of the late James Daniel “J.D.” and Lilyrene Neal Sparks. She retired from the Ravenna Greenhouse and was a member of the Ravenna Church of God. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
Mrs. Puckett is survived by one son, Tony Puckett, Greenville, South Carolina; six siblings: Cathalene Puckett, Ravenna; Ray Sparks (Donna), Mursfreesboro, Tennessee; Sterling Sparks, Woody Sparks (Darlene), Phil Sparks (Alma), all of Dayton, Ohio; and Joe Sparks (Debbie), Venice, Florida; 13 nieces and nephews: Barry Puckett (Lynda), Shurla Cooper (Raymond), Jeff Sparks, Todd Sparks (Melissa), Terri Blankenship, Gwenna Winegarner (Rob), Candy Sparks, Carrie Sparks, Jaime Copeland (Randy), Bobby Sparks, Heather Dryer (Bobby), James Sparks (Melissa), and Rachel Sparks; several great nieces and nephews; and one great, great nephew and two great, great nieces that she considered grandchildren: Reid Turner, Maci Turner, and Cooper Rogers.
She was preceded in death by a son, Michael Puckett.
Funeral services were conducted Monday, April 23, 11:00 a.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Willie Hargus Gordon with burial following in the Oakdale Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Sunday, April 22nd at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Barry Puckett, Raymond Cooper, Matt Turner, Josh Roger, Connor Blankenship, and Logan Blankenship.
Thursday, April 19, 2018
Billy Bradford Mansfield, 65
Billy Bradford Mansfield, age 65, of Red Lick Road, Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2018, at Lakeview Villas, after a long illness.
Billy was a native of Estill County, born July 15, 1952, a son of the late Billy Earl and Louise Johnson Mansfield. He was a retired police officer and truck driver.
Survivors include his son, Steven Earl Mansfield (Melinda) of Irvine; his daughter, Ginger Lynn Powell (Chris Becraft); his grandchildren: Virgina Renea Mansfield, Misty Dawn Mansfield, Ashley Davis, Hayley Powell, and Ryan Bradford Becraft; and his great grandchildren: Abigail LeAnn Hands, Sara Virgina Lynn Davis, Isabella Lois Mansfield, Michael Eli Powell, and Shady Cheslee Rose.
Services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 23, at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals. Burial followed in the Johnson Cemetery. Friends called Monday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Thursday, April 19, 2018
Michael Edward Sexton, 65
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Michael Edward Sexton, age 65, of Richmond, Kentucky, passed away peacefully, the evening of Thursday, April 19, 2018.
He was born February 17, 1953, and was an avid motorcyclist, maintaining numerous relationships with many clubs across the country. He held active membership status with the American Legion Riders Post #79 and The Brotherhood of the Grey Bearded Bikers, as well as participated heavily with the Patriot Guard Riders and many other organizations. A true patriot, he held a retired status with the United States Army National Guard, and loved his country with a passion. However, his family held status as his true pride and joy.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William Edward and Helen Ruddell Sexton; and is survived by his wife, Jane Olds Sexton of Richmond; a brother, Gregory Sexton (Catherine) of Columbia, South Carolina; three children: Ashley Neff (Jeremy) of Irvine, William “Billy” Sexton (Kim), and Robert “Bobby” Sexton, both of Richmond; as well as eight grandchildren, Sabastian and Seth Henry, Michael and William Neff, Logan, Aubrey, Austin, and Allison Sexton; and numerous friends.
Visitation was held in Richmond, at Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home on Sunday, April 22, from 4:00-8:00 p.m., with funeral services at the funeral home on Monday, April 23, at 11:00 a.m. with burial immediately following in the Richmond Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Mike’s honor to: the Compassionate Care Center, 350 Isaacs Lane, Richmond, KY 40475; the American Legion Riders Post #79, P.O. Box 203, Ravenna, KY 40472; or your choice of any Cancer/Leukemia Research Foundation.
Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
James Parrigan Martin II, 67
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James Parrigan Martin, II, age 67, of Kirkland Avenue in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at Baptist Health Lexington, following a long illness.
He was born August 13, 1950 in Madison County and was the son of the late James Parrigan and Rebecca Jean Sparks Martin. He was a retired engineer with CSX and attended the Calvary Baptist Church. He had served in the United States Army Reserve and was a member of the American Legion. He was also a member of the Madison County Beekeepers Association and the Estill County Beekeepers Asssociation . He was a Kentucky Colonel and had lived in Estill County most of his life.
Mr. Martin is survived by his wife, Peggy Ann Newton Martin; two sons: Steven Tyler Martin (Laurie) and Seth Tucker Martin, both of Estill County; two sisters: Rebecca Dice (Jack) and Jamie Ballard (Gary), both of Estill County; one brother, Ralph Martin (Darlia), Estill County; and two grandchildren: Samantha Jane Martin and James Tyler Martin.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Monty Edward Martin.
Memorial services were conducted Friday, April 20, 7:30 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home by Bro. Marc McLean. Friends called after 6 p.m., Friday, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital (www.stjude.org)
Monday, April 16, 2018
Austin Nathaniel Hughes, 21
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Austin Nathaniel Hughes, age 21, of Queensborough Drive in Berea, Kentucky, passed away Monday, April 16, 2018.
He was born February 16, 1997 in Bessemer, Alabama and was the son of Jeremy Hughes and Kelly Henderson. He was a Hitachi employee and a member of the Off-Roading Club. He had lived in Alabama most of his life.
Mr. Hughes is survived by his mother, Kelly Henderson, Estill County; his father, Jeremy Hughes (Gina), Alabama; his grandparents: Mary Sheets, Estill County; J.C. and Ginger Shew, Alabama; and Paul and Tammy Henderson, Madison County; two sisters: Peyton Henderson, Estill County; and Jasmine Hughes, Alabama; and one brother, Caleb Henderson Madison County.
Memorial services were conducted Thursday, April 19, 7:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Friends called after 6 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home.
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Richard Lee Isaacs, 57
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Richard Lee Isaacs, age 57, of Little Doe Creek Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at 10:45 a.m. at his home, following a long illness.
He was born August 23, 1960 in Estill County and was the son of the late Delores Ann Hines Moore of Irvine, and Charlie Isaacs (Mae) of Irvine.
Mr. Isaacs is survived by two daughters, Melissa and Astrid Yarnell; a very special aunt, Betty Taylor; several special nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and cousins; four sisters: Linda Isaacs (Danny) of Florida, Tina Henry (Larry) of Irvine, Lois Moore (Tim) of Georgia, and Becky Isaacs of Irvine; and three brothers, including Kenneth Isaacs and Mark Moore of Irvine.
He is preceded in death by his brother, Dobin Isaacs of Irvine.
See Lewis-Abner Home for funerals for additional information.
Tuesday, February 6, 2017
Christopher Stanley Estes, 41
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Christopher Stanley Estes, age 41, a native of Winchester, Kentucky, who lived the past 12 years in Irvine, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 6, 2018.
He was the husband of Flora Estes; the son of the late John and Ida Estes, born December 13, 1975; and the son-in-law of Allen and Margie Ramey.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Christopher Stanley "C.J." Estes Jr. of Irvine; one sister, Nancy Brookshire (Jeff), Winchester; four brothers: Danny Estes (Stella) of Alabama; Dewey Estes (Paula) of Clay City; and Delbert Estes of Winchester; two half-brothers: Henry Estes and John Estes, both of Clay City; several special nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins; and special friends that he considered family.
Mr. Estes is preceded in death by three children: Wesley Allen Ramey Estes, Destiny Grace Estes, and Christain Charles Estes.
Memorial services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 28th at Winchester Community Church, 123 Franklin Avenue in Winchester, with Bro. Jackie Stamper officiating.
Thursday, November 2, 2017
Mary Jo Gould, 95
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Mary Jo Gould, age 95, of Punta Gorda, Florida, formerly of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2017.
She was born September 19, 1922 in Irvine, to Edward and Joanna Strong. She was a homemaker and had also worked as a bookkeeper. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Irvine, and a Kentucky Colonel.
Mrs. Gould is survived by her daughters, Phyllis Drilling (Joe) of Milford, Ohio; Priscilla Williams of Lexington, and Patrice Deaton (Maco) of Punta Gorda; six granddaughters, three great grandchildren; a brother, Guy Strong of Winchester; a host of nieces and nephews; and four very special nieces; as well as extended family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Hugh Gould, her parents, her brother, Charles Edward "Speck" Strong; and her sister, Sarah Florence Strong.
A graveside service was held on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Irvine.
Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider a donation to The Estill Co. Historical & Genealogical Society Museum, 133/135 Broadway, Irvine, Ky. 40336.
Kays-Ponger and Uselton Funeral Home of Punta Gorda was in charge of arrangements.
Kays-Ponger and Uselton Funeral Home