_   Volume 36 - Number 45 - Wednesday, May 9, 2018  Irvine, Ravenna, Estill County, Kentucky    _

Estill County News

Current Obituaries

Wednesday, May 16th Edition

  Friday, May 11, 2018

Jerry Glynn Rice, 68


Jerry Glynn Rice

    Jerry Glynn Rice, age 68, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Friday, May 11, 2018, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center following a long illness.
    He was born May 23, 1949 in Richmond and was the son of the late Donald and Aileen Owen Rice. He was a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam Era and had worked at Bundy Tubing, Bluegrass Army Depot, Diebold, Inc. and was the owner of Steel Restoration. He was a member and elder of the South Irvine Christian Church. He was a member of the Mischief Band for 31 years. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.
    Mr. Rice is survived by his wife, Rebecca Vaughn Rice; one son, Jeremy Rice, Lexington; one daughter, Whitney Rice, Irvine; one sister, Sherry Newlin (Ron), Irvine; two nephews: Ron Newlin, Irvine; and Dustin Newlin, Texas; one niece, Kelly Rice Cecil (Jimmy); his beloved mother-in-law, Barbara Vaughn, Irvine; and two "Brothers of the Heart": Marvin Patrick (Pam) and Buddy Joe Smyth (Christine).
    He was preceded in death by his brother, Donnie Scott Rice.
    Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, May 15, 2:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Michael Chism and Bro. Glendon Mays. Burial was at the West Irvine Cemetery. Friends called after 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers were Scott Isaacs, Anthony Neal, Justin Albright, David Beckler, Eugene Abel, Steve Isaacs, Steven Fletcher and Justin Patrick.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Thursday, May 10, 2018

Darrell Earlie Stamper, 57


Darrell Earlie Stamper

    Darrell Earlie Stamper, 57, of Interlachen, Florida, passed away Thursday, May 10, 2018 at Putnam Community Medical Center, following a brief illness.
    Born in Irvine, Kentucky, on Thursday, July 7, 1960, he resided in Interlachen since 1994, coming from Irvine. Darrell worked 23 years in the Maintenance Department with the Town of Interlachen. He was an avid Gator fan and enjoyed riding motorcycles, restoring cars, Western movies, Gunsmoke (Matt Dillon), drinking coffee and hanging out with his grandchildren. Darrell was also a fanatic of the Walking Dead television series.
    He was preceded in death by his mother, Cordia Jean Stamper; and his siblings, Kelly Stamper, Duck Stamper and China Jones.
    Darrell is survived by his wife of 31 years, Tina R. Stamper of Interlachen; his father, William Stamper of Interlachen; four daughters: Tracy Stamper of Hollister, Mary Richardson of Hollister, Cassie Richardson and Rachel Snowden, both of Kentucky; four sons: Darrell Stamper Jr. of Kentucky, Michael Hamlin of Green Cove Springs, Jonathan Stamper of Kentucky, and Eric Hamlin of Interlachen; four brothers: William David Stamper Jr., Jerry Stamper, William Stamper, and Robert Jones; two sisters: Teresa Harris and Doris Green; and 21 grandchildren.
    Services celebrating Darrell’s life were at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 16, at Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home Chapel, 1230 Highway 20 West, in Interlachen with Bro. Ricky Bybee officiating. Burial followed at Pineview Cemetery in Interlachen. Visitation was Tuesday, May 15th from 5-7 p.m., at the funeral home.

Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home

  Wednesday, May 9, 2018

Joyce Mae Hall, 85

    Joyce Mae Hall, age 85, of Tipton Ridge in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2018, at the Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital following a short illness.
    She was born April 3, 1933 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Marshall and Barbara Moreland Tipton. She was a homemaker, a member of the First Church of God and enjoyed watching WLJC. She had lived in Estill County all her life.
    Mrs. Hall was preceded in death by her husband, Hobert Hall Sr.
    She is survived by two daughters: Brenda Neal and Glenda Baber (Kendall), both of Estill County; three sons: Hobert Hall Jr. (Shelia K.), Dwight Hall and Michael Hall, all of Estill County; nine grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and two great, great grandchildren.
    Mrs. Hall was preceded in death by six sisters: Magalene Tipton, Frances Henry, Stella Tipton, Marie Eaton, Lula Arthur and Lilly Grey; and four brothers: Marshall Tipton Jr., Ollie Tipton, Dick Ashcraft and Gentry Tipton; two grandchildren: Hillary Karen Hall and Lilly Paige Hall; one daughter-in-law, Connie Hall; and one son-in-law, Charles Ray Neal.
    Funeral services were conducted Sunday, May 13, 2:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Terry Barnes. Burial was at the Cobb Hill Cemetery. Friends called between 6:30 and 9 p.m., Saturday, May 12th at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers were Jake Hall, Jeremy Baber, Josh Neal, Chad Hall, John Dwight Hall, and Kendall Baber.
    Honorary pallbearers were Hobert Bradley Hall, Shonda Sparks, Joy Puckett and Emily Hall.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Wednesday, May 9, 2018

Jeanette McClure, 65


Jeanette McClure

    Jeanette McClure, age 65, wife of James K. McClure, passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2018, at her home.
    She was born August 7, 1952 to the late Marshall and Ora Lee Powell.
    Mrs. McClure was preceded in death by a son, James C. McClure; a daughter, Marsha L. Puckett; a granddaughter, Kathryn McClure; and a sister, Debra J. Powell.
    She is survived by two sons: Kenny McClure (Becky) and Josh McClure; and a brother, Marshall Powell (Teresa). Also surviving are four granddaughters: Chelsea R. McClure (Andrew Morguson), Heather L. Puckett (Zac Bach), Brooklyn P. Puckett, and Julia Potts; six grandsons: Brandon K McClure (Madison), James N. McClure, Jaden J. McClure, Skyler McClure, Tyler D. Puckett, and Gavin M. Puckett; a great granddaughter, Elora Mae Parker; and a great grandson, Branson Alexander McClure.
    Services were Saturday, May 12, at 12 Noon at Rolan G Taylor Funeral Home, 289 South Main Street, Winchester, with visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service. Burial was in Clarmont Memorial Gardens.
    Pallbearers were Kenny, Josh and Brandon McClure; Marshall "Joe" Powell, Ryan Powell, Mike McKinney, Andrew Morguson and Steve King.

Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home

  Wednesday, May 9, 2018

Bertha Senters Riddell, 75

    Bertha Senters Riddell, age 75, widow of Paul Riddell, passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Baptist Health in Richmond.
    Mrs. Riddell was a native of Estill County, born November 2, 1942, a daughter of the late Willie and Eva Hisle Senters.
    She was preceded in death by her daughters: Lois Estes and Wanda Riddell; her brothers: Wesley, Clyde, and Cloyd Senters; and her sisters: Gladys Still, Mamie Gordon, and Emily Stone.
    Survivors include her sons: Tim Riddell (Vonda), Robin Riddell (April), Gary Riddell (Patty), Paul Riddell Jr. (Gina), Ernest Riddell (Deesha), and Matthew Riddell (Amanda); her daughters: Tammy Samantha Cole (Shannon), Rhonda Willis, Paula Hopkins (David), and Jennifer Larrison (Willie); her brother, Chester Senters; her sisters: Opal Riddell, Naomi Walling, and Gracie Estes; 24 grandchildren, 28 great grand-children, and one great, great grandchild.
    Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, May 14, at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals. Burial followed in the Gary Riddell Memorial Cemetery. Friends called anytime after 6:00 p.m., Sunday, May 13th at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers were Matthew Riddell, Jeff Wilson, Thomas Addison, DJ Cole, Alex Cole, and David Hopkins.
    Honorary pallbearers were Jacob Riddell, Kaden Riddell, Landen Newton, Claude Willis III, Dwight Riddell, and Logan Riddell.

Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals

  Monday, May 7, 2018

James Wayne Moninger, age 85

    James Wayne Moninger, age 85, of Ashwood Place in Frankfort, Kentucky, passed away Monday, May 7, 2018, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, following a short illness.
    He was born September 20, 1932 in New Freeport, Pennsylvania and was the son of the late Russell and Mary Smith Moninger. He was retired from the Dakota Gasification Plant and served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Nazarene Church, the Irvine Masonic Lodge 137 F&AM and was a Kentucky Colonel.
    Mr. Moninger was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Hall Moninger.
    He is survived by one daughter, Sandy Toler (Warren Jr.), Irvine; two sons: Wally Moninger (Vicki), Grandview, Indiana; and Randy Moninger (Stephanie), Harrodsburg; seven grandchildren: Warren Toler III, Nicholas Moninger, Cassie Toler, Kara Moninger, James Moninger, Kristin Moninger and Casey Moninger; and six great grandchildren: Gretchyn Rawlins, Carson Moninger, Ryder Rawlins, Cade Toler, Ava Toler and Dean Moninger.
    He was preceded in death by one sister, Thelma Watson; and two brothers: Harold and Charles Moninger.
    Memorial services will be held at a later date.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Monday, May 7, 2018

Pamela Kay Brandenburg, 61


Pamela Kay Brandenburg

    On the morning of Monday, May 7, 2018, Pamela Kay Brandenburg, age 61, of Worrells Road in Irvine, fell asleep on this earth and awoke in eternal paradise.
    She was greeted by her husband, Jerry David Brandenburg, by her parents, Almassa Covey and Florence Gray Covey, by her two brothers, Pete and Leon Covey, and by other family and friends who had gone on before her. Together, they welcomed her through the pearly gates and took her on a tour of her new home. Then they brought her before her Maker, whom she loved above all and who showed her to her place at his table.
    Born on October 16, 1956, in Urbana, Ohio, Pamela ended up in Irvine where she met and married her beloved Jerry in 1977. While a full-time mother of three, she also earned her associates degree from Sullivan College and went on to spend 29 years in administration at Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government from where she recently retired. Prior to her departure for Heaven, she was a much loved member and wisdom sharer of Lancaster Church of God. Her church family held a special place in her heart.
    Back on earth, Pamela left to recount her (frequent) good works and (occasional) misadventures of her three children: Jeremy Brandenburg (Patricia), Candace Tate (Michael), and Bethany Brooke Brandenburg Mahmoud (Mohamed); five sisters: Diana Covey Frymyer, Sherry Covey, Carolyn Covey, Mickey Covey Embs, and Leatha Covey Berger; three brothers: Coleman, Al, and Gary Covey; five grandchildren (who were her pride and joy): Deondre Tate, Tionna Tate, Ciara Bishop, Adam Farag, and Sofia Farag; and a wealth of family and friends including her longtime friend and honorary sister, Beverly Reynolds, and her roommate and beloved sister-in-law, Rene Brandenburg West, all who loved her very much.
    Funeral services were conducted Saturday, May 12, 11:00 a.m., at the Lancaster Church of God by Pastor Butch Payne and Bro. Richard Ussery with burial following in the Brandenburg Family Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Friday, May 11th at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home.
    Pallbearers were Michael Tate, Deondre Tate, Mohamed Farag, Tim Witt, Bryan Wilson and Dwyane Covey.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Tuesday, May 8, 2018

Bradford “Shorty” Doyle, 74


Bradford “Shorty” Doyle

    Bradford “Shorty” Doyle, age 74, of Little Doe Creek Road in Irvine, Kentucky, went to his eternal rest on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, after a long illness.
    He was born March 31, 1944 in Jessamine County and was the son of the late Granville Pearl and Lilly Mae Alcorn Doyle. He was a former South East Coal Company employee and a veteran of the United States Army. He was a charter member and Deacon of the Old Time Baptist Church. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.
    Mr. Doyle is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janice Tuggle Doyle; two daughters, Bambi Doyle and Jennifer Noland (Chris), both of Estill County; two sons: Allen Doyle (Tammy) and Scotty Doyle (Ruth), both of Estill County; one brother, Bobby Doyle (Gay), Georgia; seven grandchildren: Jacob Doyle (Chelsey), Kristian Doyle, Dakota Doyle, Rebecca Doyle, Raven Curtis (Michael), Levi Kerby and Brayden Noland; and two great grandchildren: Paisley Doyle and Cass Curtis.
    He was preceded in death by two brothers: Clay and Leroy Doyle.
    Funeral services were conducted Saturday, May 12, 2:00 p.m., at the Old Time Baptist Church by Bro. Jerry Chaney. Burial was at the Campbell Cemetery. Friends called from 11 a.m. until 1:45 p.m., Saturday at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home.
    Pallbearers were Bambi Doyle, Jennifer Noland Allen Doyle, Scotty Doyle, Levi Kerby, Jacob Doyle.
    Honorary pallbearers were Braydon Noland, and Solomon Doyle.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home


Former Obituaries

Wednesday, May 9th Edition

  Sunday, May 6, 2018

Kathy L. Turner, 56


Kathy L. Turner

    Kathy L. Turner, age 56, of Sandridge Road in Waco, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, May 6, 2018, at the Baptist Health Richmond following a long illness.
    She was born July 2, 1961 in Estill County and was the daughter of Glendon Hardy and the late Darlene Norton Hardy. She was a former KI employee and was a member of the Victory Tabernacle.
    Survivors in addition to her father include her husband, Arvel Turner Jr., two daughters: Kristie East (Craig), Lexington; and Paige Hall (Kenneth), Stanford; one son, Blake Turner, Waco; two sisters: Jennifer Tipton, Waco, and Robin Turpin (Todd), Richmond; and one brother, Greg Hardy (Sharon), Irvine.
    She was preceded in death by one sister, Rebecca Dixon; and onw brother, Bobby Hardy.
    Funeral services were conducted Thursday, May 10, 7:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Friends called between 5 and 7 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home.
    In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to the American Lung Association 10168 Linn Station Road, Suite 100 Louisville, KY 40223

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Thursday, May 3, 2018

Gary Dale Wasson, 63

    Gary Dale Wasson, age 63, of Lunsford Hollow Road in McKee, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, May 3, 2018, at his home following a long illness.
    He was born September 20, 1954 in Madison County and was the son of the late Orville Clay and Emma Elizabeth Crowe Wasson. He was a member of the Gum Springs Church of God and attended the House of Prayer. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.
    Mr. Wasson is survived by his sister, Eva Lee Baker Jones McKee; and two nephews: Orville Clay Wasson II and Eric Lee Wasson.
    He was preceded in death by his brother, Shirley Gene Wasson.
    Funeral services were conducted Saturday, May 5, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Rick McGee and Bro. Sidney Sparks. Burial was at the West Irvine Cemetery. Friends called after 10:00 a.m., Saturday, at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers were Lloyd Shuler, Oscar Wasson, Algin Wasson Jr., Daniel Shuler, Jerame Conrad and James Berger.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Thursday, May 3, 2018

Elvis Simp Young, 59,

    Elvis Simp Young, age 59, of Winchester Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, May 3, 2018, at the Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital following a short illness.
    He was born February 8, 1959 in Lee County and was the son of the late Joe Young Jr. and Juanita Newton Young. He was a salesman with Bunt Gross Auto Sales and a United States Air Force veteran. He was a member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses and had lived in Estill County most of his life.
    Mr. Young is survived by three sons: Joshua Young, Madison County; Seth Young, Clark County; and Ethan Young, Estill County; one sister, Loretta Young, Estill County; and two brothers: Ronnie Young and Charles Young, both of Estill County.
    He was preceded in death by one sister, Barbara Abney; and two brothers: Wayne and Ricky Young.
    Memorial services were conducted Saturday, May 12, 2:00 p.m., at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses by Bro. Gary Meredith.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Thursday, May 3, 2018

Floyd Clemmons, 65


Floyd Clemmons

    Floyd Clemmons was born February 17, 1953 in Jackson County and departed this life Thursday, May 3, 2018 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, being 65 years of age. He was the son of the late James F. & Flossie Isaacs Clemmons.
    Floyd is survived by three children, David Clemmons (Maggie) of McKee, Laurall Clemmons (Mickey War) of Annville and Amy Lakes of McKee. He is also survived by a brother, Leslie Clemmons of Louisville; and by two sisters, Faye King of Sand Gap and Marge Alexander of Irvine. He was blessed with eleven grandchildren, Kayla Hoblit, David Clemmons, Dakota Noble, Douglas Clemmons, Jonathan Lakes, Jayden Noble, Destiny Lakes, James Lakes, T.J. Moore III, Thomas Baker and Derek Clemmons.
    In addition to his parents, Floyd was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Kay Clemmons; by a granddaughter, Alyssa Marie Lakes; by a sister, Dora Clemmons and by three brothers, Paul, Guy and John Clemmons.
    Funeral service was at 1:00 p.m. Monday, May 7, at Lakes Funeral Home.1181 Main Street South, McKee, with Bro. Jimmy Ward officiating. Burial followed in the Clemmons Family Cemetery.

Lakes Funeral Home McKee

  Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Edward Eugene "Eddie" Marcum, 44

    Edward Eugene "Eddie" Marcum, 44, of Lincoln Avenue, in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at the UK Hospital in Lexington, after a short illness.
    He was born in Estill County on July 23, 1973, the son of Veronica Welch and Edward Earl Marcum.
    In addition to his parents, he is survived by an 11-year-old son, Dylan Marcum; his dear friend and brother, David A. Tipton; other brothers, Jeffery Nilhas, Brian Nilhas, and Wayne Marcum; and a special friend Crystal Atkins.
    A memorial service was held Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the Caldwell Cemetery at Patsy, past Cobbhill. Family and close friends were invited to attend. A procession began at 5:30 p.m. on May 12th from the park-and-ride at the Estill County Fair Barn.
    Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals is in charge of arrangements.

Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals

  Monday, April 30, 2018

Janet Woosley, 64

    Janet Woosley, age 64, of Laurel Street in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Monday, April 30, 2018, at her home following a long illness.
    She was born September 9, 1953 in Jackson County and was the daughter of the late Floyd and Maggie Marcum Isaacs. She was a homemaker and a member of the Drip Rock Baptist Church. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
    Mrs. Woosley is survived by her husband, Lewis Woosley; one daughter, Virginia Gayle Bishop, Richmond; two sons: Michael Don Bishop, Irvine; and Lewis Alan Cole, Richmond; three sisters: Arzella Crawford, Grethel Becknell and Judy Richardson; two brothers: Darrell Isaacs and Odale Isaacs; and nine grandchildren.
    She was preceded in death by one daughter, Maggie Katherine Cole; and one sister, Bobbie Ruth Gordon.
    Funeral services were conducted Sunday, May 6, 2:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Jerry Rose. Burial was at the Marcum Cemetery. Friends called after 11:00 a.m., Sunday, at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers were Darrell Isaacs, Odale Isaacs, Mike Bishop, Allen Cole, Michael Shane Bishop and Anthony Woosley.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Sunday, April 29, 2018

Edgar Lee Winkle, 81

    Edgar Lee Winkle, age 81, of Wagersville Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, April 29, 2018, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, following a short illness.
    He was born January 27, 1937 in Estill County and was the son of the late Charlie and Loutisha Cox Winkle. He was a retired employee of Gibson Greeting Cards and a member of the South Irvine Christian Church. He served in the United States Army.
    Mr. Winkle is survived by one sister, Alfie Wilson, New Mexico; two brothers: James A. Winkle, Winchester; and Lowell D. Winkle, New Mexico; and special friends: Betty Miller and Ronald Miller, both of Irvine.
    He was preceded in death by two sisters: Irene Lowery and Louise Winkler.
    Graveside services were conducted Thursday, May 3, at the Sparks Cemetery by Bro. Glendon Mays.
    Pallbearers were Steve Rose, Glendon Mays, Ronald Miller and James Atwood Winkle.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Saturday, April 28, 2018

Lohris Wayne Johnson, 78

    Lohris Wayne Johnson, age 78, of Wimauma, Florida, passed away Saturday, April 28, 2018, at his home following a short illness.
    He was born January 23, 1940, in Estill County, a son of the late Rev. Roy C. and Hazel Dee Hall Johnson. He was a self employed construction worker and had lived in Estill County most of his life. He attended the Friendship Baptist Church in Wimauma.
    Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by his wife, Yvonne Morefield Johnson.
    He is survived by four daughters: Karen Johnson, Tabby Johnson, both of Newport; Diane Martin (Johnny), Florida; and Rita Spurlock (Dale), Berea; four sons: Randy Johnson, Mark Johnson, both of Newport; Danny Friend and Harold Friend (Adrian), both of Ravenna; four sisters: Wave Vickers (Don), Alexandria; Sue Orme (Junior), Cold Springs; Libby Watson (Kenny), Ravenna; and Patty Riddell (Gary), Irvine; a brother, Roger Johnson, Irvine; and several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.
    In addition to his wife and parents, he is preceded in death by three siblings: Kathy Johnson, Orval Johnson, and Lenville Johnson.
    Funeral services were conducted Friday, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Kenny Wasson with burial following in the Cobb Hill Cemetery. Friends called after 11:00 a.m., Friday until service time.
    Pallbearers were Denny Vickers, Doug Watson, Bobby Johnson, Michael Friend, Brandon Mays and Bill Friend.
    Honorary pallbearers were all his nieces and nephews.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Saturday, April 14, 2018

Chelsie E. McMillan


Chelsie E. McMillan

    Chelsie E. McMillan, formerly of Irvine, Kentucky, daughter of James C. McMillan and Joy Reed McMillan, passed away on Saturday, April 14, 2018.
    In addition to her parents, she is survived by a daughter, Haylea L. Hall; a brother, James B. McMillan; and a sister, Mary B. Rose (Brandon).
    Services were held on Wednesday, April 18, at Rolan G Taylor Funeral Home in Winchester, at 1:00 p.m., with visitation from 11:00 a.m. until the hour of service. Burial was in Clarmont Memorial Gardens.
    Memorial contributions in her honor may be made toward her funeral expenses at GoFundMe.Com.

Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home

  Sunday, April 8, 2018

Irene Winkle Lowry , 92

    Irene Winkle Lowry, age 92, of Winchester, Kentucky, died Sunday, April 8, 2018.
    She was born February 17, 1926 to Loutisha Cox and Charlie Winkle.
    Mrs. Winkle is survived by daughters: Vonda Vermillion (Albert) and Sonya Reddix (Rick); and grandchildren: Ethan Vermillion, Van Vermillion, Colin Reddix, Madisen Reddix, and Trenton Reddix, all of Winchester. Other survivors include sister, Alpha Wilson of Roswell, New Mexico; brothers: Edgar Winkle of Irvine, Atwood Winkle of Winchester, and Lowell Winkle of Roswell, New Mexico.
    In addition to her parents, Irene was preceded in death by husband, Vernon Lowry; a sister, Louise Winkler; and a brother, Ronald Winkle.
    Funeral services were held Wednesday April 11, 2018 at 12:00 Noon at Rolan G Taylor Funeral Home with visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service. Burial was at Clarmont Memorial Gardens.
    Pallbearers were Colin Reddix, Ethan Vermillion, Trenton Reddix, Van Vermillion, Jeff Trennepohl and Phillip Heil.
    Honorary pallbearers were Madisen Reddix, Karen Trennepohl, Pauline Purdue, Sue Osborne, Betty Moore and members of the LLL Club of Central Baptist Church, Winchester; and the Frank Vermillion Omohundro Sunday School Class.

Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home