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Current Obituaries
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Wednesday, November 14th Edition
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Sunday, November 11, 2018
Larry Michael Hunt, 65
Larry Michael Hunt, age 65, of Daniels Addition in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, November 11, 2018, at his home following a long illness.
He was born July 17, 1953 in Dayton, Ohio and was the son of the late Norma Hunt Harris. He was a retired Exide employee and the former owner of Hunt’s Pawn Shop. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.
Mr. Hunt is survived by his daughter, Crystal Meece (Eddie), Estill County; four grandchildren: Corey Bishop (Heather), Dalton Bishop, Tyra Hunt and Gage Hunt; one nephew, David Hunt & family; and his girlfriend, Michele Horn.
He was preceded in death by his son, Larry Michael Hunt, Jr.; and his brother, David Hunt.
Graveside services were conducted Tuesday, November 13, 11:00 a.m., at the Oakdale Cemetery by Bro. Joe Lahrmer.
Pallbearers were Dalton Bishop, Corey Bishop, David Hunt, Jon Horn, Joey Harkins and Joshua Harkins.
Warren F. Toler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Saturday, November 10, 2018
Kelley Gene Tipton, 56
Kelley Gene Tipton, age 56, of Kirkland Avenue in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, following a long illness.
He was born February 10, 1962 in Estill County and was the son of Doris Maxine Kelley Tipton and the late Darrell Gene Tipton. He was a KDMK employee and a member of the Mt. Carmel Christian Church. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.
Survivors, in addition to his mother, include two brothers: Darrell Wayne Tipton and Kenneth Allan Tipton, both of Estill County.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, November 17, 1:00 p.m., at the Mt. Carmel Christian Church by Bro. Mark Pearson. Friends may call after 11:00 a.m., Saturday, at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations are requested toward the funeral expenses.
Friday, November 9, 2018
Rita Faye Henry Tipton, 73
Rita Faye Henry Tipton, age 73, mother of Mike Tipton, passed away Friday, November 9, 2018, in Richmond, Kentucky, after a long battle with cancer.
She was a native of Estill County, born April 15, 1945, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mabel Rollins Henry. She was a retired employee of Square D, and a beautician. She enjoyed socializing with her family, playing softball and bowling.
Ms. Tipton was preceded in death by her brothers: J.B. Henry, Gilbert Henry, Ronald Lee Henry, Carl Henry, and Billy Ray Henry; and a sister, Viola Tipton.
Survivors, other than her son, Mike Tipton (Lisa), include her sisters: Ann Williams, Mary Maddox, June Arvin, and Rebecca Pennington; her grandchildren Tara and Molly Tipton; her great-grandchildren, Tristan Estes and Layla Raines.
Services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 12th at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with Pastor William Owens officiating. Burial followed in the Witt Cemetery. Friends called anytime after 12:00 Noon until service time, Monday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Kevin Bryant, Tristan Estes, John Evans, Dallas Pennington, and Greg Bryant.
Honorary pallbearers were Ray Arvin and Robert Simpson.
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Mary F. Tipton Clem, 91
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Mary Florence Tipton Clem, age 91, formerly of Estill County, passed away Wednesday morning, November 7, 2018, at Diversicare of Oxford, Alabama, after a long illness.
She was a native of Estill County, born February 5, 1927, a daughter of Daniel Henry and Inis Irene Roe Tipton. She was a retired cook from Estill County High School and was a member of Friendship Baptist Church in Irvine.
Mrs. Clem was preceded in death by her husband, Woodrow Clem Sr., a son, Woodrow Clem Jr., her parents, Daniel Henry and Inis Irene Roe Tipton, four sisters and five brothers.
She is survived by her daughter, Blanche Clem Taylor, Anniston, Alabama; two granddaughters, Lynn Marie Wood of Anniston and Candace Ellen Hall Brunk of Lexington; six sisters: Louise Arvin, Martha Stapleton, Lucy Fender, Maggie Hafley, Helen Boling, and Nannie Mason; a sister-in-law, Opal Witt; several nieces and nephews, grandchildren, and three special friends: Ann Tipton, Doris Woods and Pamela Watts.
Services were held at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals, 224 Main Street, Irvine, on Saturday, November 17, at 10:30 a.m. for family viewing; 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon for visitation; with the service at 12:00 Noon with Bro. Scott Rogers officiating. Burial was in the Larrison Cemetery on Spout Springs Road in Irvine.
Honorary pallbearers were James Cecil Witt, Jerry Flynn, Troy Mason, Michael Adams, Daniel Arvin, Roger Arvin, Micheal Arvin, Dwight Arvin and Dean Arvin.
Pallbearers were James Gregory Witt, Austin Witt, Andrew Witt, Lonnie Lee Clem, Seth Ellis and David Arvin.
A special thank you for all the staff at Diversicare of Oxford Nursing Home and Dr. Mohammad Ismail for the special care and love of Mrs. Clem.
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Wednesday, November 7th Edition
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Sunday, November 4, 2018
Josephine Friend Gross, 80
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Josephine Friend Gross, age 80, wife of Mervin Eugene Gross, passed away Sunday, November 4, 2018 at Baptist Health Lexington.
She was born August 25, 1938 in Powell County, Kentucky to the late Sidney and Ora Boyd Friend. She was a retired factory worker and a Kentucky Colonel.
Survivors include her husband, Mervin Eugene Gross; children: Mervin Gross Jr., Dawn Costello (Mike), Joanna Gross, and Kim Mastin (Daniel); brothers: Eugene Friend, Ronald Friend, Paul Friend, Dwight Friend, Gary Friend, and Timothy Friend; a sister, Waveline Sparks; nine grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Sidney and Ora Friend; brothers and sisters, Eunice Sparks, Sidney Friend, Glory McCoy, James Friend, Robert Friend, William Friend, Donald Friend, Isaac Friend, and Allen Friend; and one grandchild.
Services were Friday, November 8, 11:00 a.m., at Davis & Davis Funeral Home, 777 West College Avenue, Stanton, by Rev. Mike Davis. Visitation was held Thursday, 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial was in Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Lexington with family serving as pallbearers.
Saturday, November 3, 2018
Rita Kay Edwards Lykins, 63
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Rita Kay Edwards Lykins of Campton, Kentucky, wife of Hershell Lykins departed this life, Saturday, November 3, 2018 at the age of 63 years, 6 months and 30 days.
She was born in Campton, Kentucky on April 4, 1955, a daughter of the late Mary Ellis Edwards, She was a retired 911 dispatcher.
Mrs. Lykins is survived by her husband, Hershell Lykins of Campton; two daughters, Alisha Fitzpatrick (Jordan) of Kansas City, Kansas; and Melissa Hedger (Corey) of Colorado Springs, Colorado; four grandchildren, Kennedy Hedger, Keagan Hedger, Knox Hedger and Mason Hedger; and two brothers, Herman Edwards (Ruth) of Lawrenceburg, and David Edwards (Janet) of Clay City.
She was preceded in death by one son, Scott Daniel Lykins; her mother, Mary Ellis Edwards; two brothers, Bill Edwards and Charles Leo Edwards and one sister, Ruth Ann Pasley. She also leaves behind a host of other relatives and friends to mourn her passing. Serving as pallbearers; Winston Long, Eugene Spencer, Danny Linkous, Marvin Agee, Corey Hedger and Jordan Fitzpatrick.
Visitation began at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, November 5, at Porter and Son Funeral Directors in Campton, with services led by Rev. David Spencer at the funeral home at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 6th. Burial was in the Long Cemetery at Calaboose in Wolfe County.
Porter and Son Funeral Directors
Friday, November 2, 2018
Reverend Thomas B. Henderson, 77
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The Reverend Thomas B. Henderson passed away on Friday, November 2, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky, at the age of 77.
He was born on June 16, 1941, in Cynthiana, Kentucky, to the late Earl Thomas Henderson and the late Anna White Wyles Henderson. He was reared in Bethlehem, Kentucky, where he attended Point Pleasant Christian Church where he and his family were active members. He graduated from Eastern Kentucky University and Lexington Theological Seminary.
He married his high school sweetheart, Joan Carolyn Fitzgerald, on August 31, 1963. Together they lived a life of ministry and service that took them throughout the southern United States. They began at Sparta Christian Church in Sparta, Kentucky,, and continued at First Christian Church, Owenton, where they welcomed a daughter, Angela Joan; Kings Highway Christian Church, Shreveport, LA; First Christian Church, Greenville, MS where they welcomed another daughter, Audra Denise; Crestwood Christian Church, Crestwood; Marbach Christian Church, San Antonio, Texas; a return to First Christian Church, Greenville, MS; First Christian Church, Glennville, GA; and First Christian Church, Irvine.
After Joanie’s passing, God blessed Tom with another love, Sylvia Crowe Wilson. They married on October 11, 2008, and they cherished and supported one another through the remainder of his life.
During his ministry, Tom took an active role in leadership of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). He served as the President of the Great River Regional Assembly, was a leader in the Southwest, Georgia, and Kentucky Regional Assemblies; was a board member and camp counselor in Kentucky, Mississippi and Georgia; and was recognized with numerous awards for his dedication and service.
Tom was one of the few remaining Renaissance men. His interests and hobbies included woodworking, gunsmithing, car and motorcycle restoration, hunting, fishing, and any sport that involved the use of a ball. He was always up for new adventures and challenges. His motto was, “I have an education and a book, so I can do anything.” More than anything, though, he loved the Lord, and used these many talents and interests to build relationships and bring others closer to God. As a matter of fact, the first time he led someone to accept Christ was on a golf course. It was often said that Tom was “a preacher who was the same man on Sunday morning as he was on Friday night.” Even as he battled Parkinson’s disease and dementia, and his body and memories were stolen from him, what remained, driving him daily, was the essence of Jesus. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, faithful friend, and is forever our precious Brother Tom.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Thomas Henderson and Anna White Wyles Henderson; his brother, Robert Dean Henderson; and his wife, Joan Carolyn Fitzgerald Henderson.
He is survived by his wife, Sylvia Crowe Henderson; his daughters: Angela Joan Henderson Riddell (Stan) and Audra Denise Henderson Gaines (Michael Scott); stepson, Michael Douglas Wilson (Elizabeth Ann “Libby” Howe Wilson); brother, Joe Earl Henderson; sister, Sue Ann Henderson Boyer (Joseph Earl “Jody”); grandchildren: Joshua Allen Hernandez, Jonathan Alan Ashworth, Joseph Alexander Ashworth, Landon Thomas Gaines and Anna Payton Gaines; step-granddaughter Meggie Elyse Wilson, and nieces and nephews.
Arrangements were as follows: Visitation was Friday, November 9, at 4:00 p.m. at First Christian Church, 270 Main Street, Irvine; Visitation was on Saturday, November 10, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Prewitt Funeral Home, 425 North Main Street, New Castle, Kentucky, with a private interment service immediately following; and a Celebration of Life Service was on Sunday, November 11, at 4:00 p.m. at First Christian Church, 270 Main Street, Irvine.
Pallbearers were Stan Riddell, Michael Gaines, Joshua Hernandez, Jonathan Ashworth, Joseph Ashworth, and Landon Gaines.
Honorary pallbearers were Joe Henderson, Jody Boyer, Butch Fitzgerald, Jerry Fitzgerald, Jack Johnson, Joe Wyles, Michael Wilson, Pete Dawes, Steve Garrett, Verlon Prewitt, and Joe Warren.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Christian Church of Irvine, KY or to Lexington Theological Seminary.
Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals was in charge of arrangements.
Thursday, November 1, 2018
James Hugh Arthur, 88
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James Hugh Arthur, age 88, of Cow Creek Road in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, November 1, 2018, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, following a long illness.
He was born October 8, 1930 in Estill County and was the son of the late Pryse and Ethel Wilson Arthur. He was a former employee of the Kentucky State Engineering Department and retired from Bundy Tubing in Winchester. He was a United States Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Cow Creek Baptist Church and had lived in Estill County all his life.
Mr. Arthur is survived by his wife of 64 years, Emma Jones Arthur; one son, James Lee Arthur, Estill County; one brother, Billy Pryse Arthur (Patsy), Fayette County; and one grandchild, Stephanie LeeAnn Woolery (Lloyd Samuel), Fayette County.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Walter Lewis Arthur.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, November 4, 2:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at the Oakdale Cemetery. Friends may call between 6 and 9 p.m., Saturday, November 3rd at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Sam Woolery, Jason Woolery, Lloyd Woolery, David Vanderpool, Elbert “Nubby” Jones and Brandon Woolery.
In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Hospice Care Plus, 208 Kidd Drive, Berea, KY 40403 or call 1-800-806-5492.
Thursday, November 1, 2018
Bro. James Lewis Newman, 81
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Bro. James Lewis Newman, age 81, of Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, November 1, 2018 at VA Regional Medical Center in Lexington.
Mr. Newman, the son of William Newman and Addie Woods Newman, was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on May 13, 1937. He had worked at UK Chandler Medical Center and was a United States Navy veteran. He was also a minster and member of Lighthouse Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Coffee Newman.
Survivors include: three sons: James William Newman (Grace) of Irvine, Gregory Jay Newman (Ellen) of Berea and David T. Newman (Chassidy) of Richmond; two daughters: Grace Jean Smith of Arizona and Joyce Faye Wall (Greg) of Richmond; 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Mr. Newman was preceded in death by his brothers: William “Bill” Newman and Elzy Lee Newman and his sisters: Thelma Isaacs and Fannie Garner.
Graveside Services were conducted at 2:30 p.m., Monday, November 5, at Camp Nelson National Cemetery in Jessamine County with full military honors with Rev. Cecil Burns officiating.
Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home of Richmond was in charge of arrangements.
Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Regina Kaye Gross, 48
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Regina Kaye Gross, age 48, of Salt Lick, Kentucky, wife of Adam Gross, died from injuries sustained in an automobile accident Tuesday, October 30, 2018 in Frenchburg, Kentucky.
She was born in Dayton, Ohio October 12, 1970 the late Willard Hodge and Vivian Carol Marcum Cifferri. Mrs. Gross was a homemaker and loved her family and friends, and she was a very creative photographer in her spare time. She was a member of the Crestview Holiness Church in Berea.
Other than her husband and mother, she is survived by her children, Alisha Parden (Kyle Isaacs) of Richmond; Aaron Walker of Tennessee, Jaden Gross of Salt Lick, and Dakota Mezzatesta of Tennessee; one sister, Denise Marriott and her fiancé Chris Howell of Brentwood, Ohio; and six grandchildren: Alyson Parden, Erica Parden, Natalie Parden, Kylee Isaacs, Taelyn Mezzatesta, and T.J. Mezzatesta..
Visitation was held 6-9 p.m., Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at Crestview Holy Sanctuary, 105 Crestview Road in Berea with funeral services at Crestview on Wednesday, November 7th at 11:00 a.m. Burial was in the Fagen Cemetery in Frenchburg.
Arrangements were entrusted to Davis and Powell Funeral Home of Berea.
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Bobby Jean White, 90
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Bobby Jean White, age 90, of Broadway in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, October 30, 2018, at the Berea Health Care Center following a long illness.
She was born December 30, 1927 in Owsley County and was the daughter of the late Charlie and Marie Venable Brandenburg. She was a homemaker and member of the Cedar Grove Methodist Church. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
Mrs. White was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Eugene White.
She is survived by her son, Anthony E. White, Berea; one brother, Jack Donald Brandenburg, Ohio;
12 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, several great, great grandchildren and her beloved nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Sylvia Jane Wilson; and two sisters: Anna Boyd Williams and Shirley Brandenburg.
Visitation for Jean White was Saturday, November 3, 2018 at the Cedar Grove United Methodist Church, Irvine, Kentucky, 10:00 a.m. and the celebration of Jean’s life began at 1:00 p.m. The service was officiated by Anthony White and Joseph White. Jean’s grandchildren served as her honorary pallbearers. Her cremains will be interred at the Stone Coal Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Estill County Food Bank.
Arrangements by Warren F. Toler Funeral Home.
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Jeffrey Eugene Achs, 44
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Jeffrey Eugene Achs, born on November 18, 1973 in Dayton, Ohio, to Brenda Sue Achs and Donald F Achs, passed away at age 44 on Thursday, October 25, 2018.
He graduated from high school. He was a Robot Tech/Welder. Jeffrey had a passion for fishing.
In addition to his parents, Jeffrey is survived by his stepmother, Karen Achs; daughters, Makenzie Pope, Taylor Pope, and Maddison Achs; brothers, Donald A Achs and Shawn Achs; a stepbrother, Jacob Achs; and stepsisters, Tanya Osborne, Erica Osborne, and Marlena Achs.
Friends and family were welcomed to attend a memorial service on Friday, November 2 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at W.E. Lusain Funeral Home, 2455 Stanley Avenue, Dayton.
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Wednesday, October 31st Edition
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Sunday, October 28, 2018
Estine “Tiny” Finney, 84
Estine “Tiny” Finney, age 84, of Broadway in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, October 28, 2018, at her home following a long illness.
She was born December 1, 1933 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Lennie and Bertha McIntosh Adams. She retired from the Old Colony Envelope Company and was a member of the Gum Springs Church of God. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
Ms. Finney is survived by two daughters, Amy Neal and Sheila Wiseman (Tim), Estill County; two sisters: Irene Neal, Estill County; and Jeanette Vincent, Fayette County; and three brothers: Reece Adams, James Adams and Lennie Adams Jr., all of Estill County; three grandchildren: Jeremy Wiseman, Justin Wiseman, and Corey Neal; one great grandchild, Blakely Wiseman; and her special friend, Margaret Edmonson.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Mattie Lou Sparks and Anna Mae Murray; and two brothers, William Adams and Harold Adams.
Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, October 31, 1:30 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Terry Barnes. Burial followed in the Crowe Cemetery. Friends called after 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Adam Neal, Jeremy Wiseman, Justin Wiseman, Corey Neal, Gene Dixon, Mark Murray, and Boyd Henry.