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Current Obituaries
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Wednesday, October 16th Edition
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Saturday, October 12, 2019
Thomas Gene Hughes, 83
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Thomas Gene Hughes, age 83, of Red Lick Road, Irvine, Kentucky, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, after a battle with cancer.
He was born August 31, 1936 in Estill County where he lived all his life. He was the son of the late Ernest Ralph Hughes and Pashie Alice Reed Hughes.
Gene worked as a carpenter and construction worker, and he retired from American Tobacco Co. He loved the outdoors and spent many hours doing gardening and yard work. He also loved to travel, camp, and chat with his neighbors. He was a faithful member of the Cow Creek Presbyterian Church in Booneville.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Darrell Leon Hughes and Lawrence Edward Hughes.
Mr. Hughes is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jeanette Moore Hughes; his sisters-in-law, Juanita Hughes, Marsha Hughes, Alma Click (Danny), Joyce Begley (Ronnie Paul), and Donna Stenberg (Mark); and his brothers-in-law, Ronnie Moore (Judy) and Shelby Moore (Bernetta). Surviving nieces are Darvell Hughes Webster, Shanna Hughes Reeder, Sarah Stenberg Dalmeir, Jennifer Moore Hall, Angela Moore Aldran and Krista Moore. Surviving nephews are Eddie Hughes, Steven Begley, Stuart Begley, Jonathan Taylor, and Travis Stenberg. A special cousin, Louise Reed Woolery, along with several great nieces and nephews also survive. He was dearly loved and will be missed by all.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, October 16th at The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel at 1:00 p.m. with Brother Terry Sandlin officiating. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens, West Irvine.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, KY or to the Cow Creek Presbyterian Church in Booneville, KY.
Saturday, October 5, 2019
Myra Sue Durbin Embry, 75
Myra Sue Durbin Embry, 75, of Berea, Kentucky, was called home to her Heavenly Father on Saturday, October 5, 2019.
Myra was born Sunday, August 14, 1944, to the late Herman Scott Durbin and Berdie Forest Howell in Irvine, Kentucky. Raised as a member of Irvine First Christian Church, she developed her talent of singing and playing the piano. She carried that talent as a member of the “Harmonettes” throughout high school; later becoming an active member of Summit Heights United Methodist Church and Berea United Methodist Church.
After earning her degree in Special Education Instruction from Eastern Kentucky University, Myra settled in Louisville, Kentucky, where she raised her children, Kevin Scott Embry (Suzanne Viers) and Jennifer Embry Bakan (David Schmidt) whom she shared with former spouse, Harold Wayne Embry. In 1995, Myra became “Granny” to Chelsey Rae Edgell and later to Austin Wayne Edgell. Her love for her family was shown through her patience and constant support.
Myra was a dedicated teacher at Churchill Park and Luhr Elementary. The love she had for her students was beyond measure. After retirement she moved to Berea, for a slower-paced lifestyle. She enjoyed working at Honeysuckle Vine along side of her best friend of more than 60 years, Jimmy Lou Jackson.
She leaves loving memories to be cherished by her sisters, Wanda R. Wilson of Irvine, and Eva E. Rice of Lexington; and her brother and sister in-law, Scott and Shirley Durbin, of Lexington; along with many nieces and nephews whom she loved.
Myra's Celebration of Life services will be held Saturday, October 19th from 12:00-2:00 p.m. with a service beginning at 2:00 p.m. at Summit Heights United Methodist Church in Louisville, and another celebration will be held Saturday, October 26th from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at The Pinnacles Center, 2047 Big Hill Road in Berea.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in her memory.
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Wilma Lee Crowe, 63
Wilma Lee Crowe, age 63, of Winchester, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2019.
She was born April 19, 1956 to Alfred and Mary Ann Estes Hall in Madison County. She was a homemaker and a member of Dunaway United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Crowe is survived by her son Wesley Crowe (Jessica); her mother, Mary Ann Estes Hall; two sisters: Pearl Allen and Frances Hampton (Charlie); two brothers: Scotty Hall and Lewis Hall (Ammie); nieces, Joann Allen, Sarah Cornett, Martha Johnston, Lee-Ann Robinson, Mary Jean Jordan and Brandy Hall; nephews, Robert D. Allen and Michael Allen, Ronnie Hampton and Donnie Hampton.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Glen R. Crowe; her father, Alfred Hall; a brother Stanley Carl Hall; and a brother-in-law Robert Wayne Allen.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday, October 16, 2019, at the Winchester Cemetery with Rev. Robie Shrout officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. untill 12:30 p.m. at Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home, 289 South Main Street, Winchester.
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Essie Marie Neal Gordon, 63
Essie Marie Neal Gordon, age 63, of Wisemantown Road, Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at the Hospice Care Plus Compassionate Care Center in Richmond following a long illness.
She was born November 15, 1955 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Charlie Neal and Scottie Riddell Neal. She was a homemaker and was a member of the High Street Holiness Church. She lived in Estill County all her life.
Ms. Gordon is survived by two daughters: Tonia Marie Rogers and April Dawn Gordon, both of Estill County; one son, Bobby J. Gordon, Estill County; three sisters: Clara Donahue, Hester White, and Roetta Hackworth, all of Estill County; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by three sisters, Barbara Williams, Edith Hall, and Myrtle Miller; and 1 brother, Norman Neal
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, October 13, 2:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the West Irvine Cemetery. Friends may call after 11:00 a.m., Sunday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Clay Mays, Chris Couch, Sonny Hines, Bobby Gordon, Larry Gordon, April Shuler, Jeremy Conrad, and Marvin Neal.
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Rickie Lee Ruble, 62
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Rickie Lee Ruble, age 62, of Red Lick Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2019 at his home.
He was born August 14, 1957 in Madison County to the late Rollie Ruble and Irene Phillips Ruble. He was a former Tool and Die Manufacturer for P.K. Tools. He lived in Estill County most of his life.
Mr. Ruble is survived by his wife, Linda Michelle McGee Ruble, Estill County; one daughter, Stacy Lee Alexander (Anthony), Estill County; two sons: Rickie Todd Ruble and William Joel Ruble (Leann), both of Estill County; three sisters: Linda Nicholson, Grace Ruble and Patty Skirvin; and six grandchildren: Justina Ruble, Raleigh Ruble, Payton Alexander, Anthony “Tony Lee” Alexander, Kaylee Ruble, and Kaleb Ruble.
He is preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, October 12, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Delmer McGee. Burial followed in the Ruble Cemetery. Friends called after 10:30 a.m., Saturday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Anthony Alexander, Ronnie Mills, Randy Turner, Joel Ruble, Todd Ruble and Bill Alexander.
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Paul Edward Moore, 67
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Paul Edward Moore, age 67, of Kirkland Avenue in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, following a long illness.
He was born July 28, 1952 in Rockcastle County and was the son of the late Henry Moore and Ruby Cromer Brown. He was a Kentucky Colonel and lived in Estill County most of his life.
Mr. Moore is survived by his wife, Carolyn Faye Cole Moore, Estill County; two daughters, Rhonda Tuttle, Richmond; and Crystal Moore Baskin, Estill County; three sons: Keith Edward Moore, Troy James Moore, both of Estill County; and Clinton Joshua Moore (Amanda), Richmond; one sister, Sheila Jones; two brothers: Harold Moore and Jeff Moore; 13 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by three sisters, Pauline Bullock, Connie Schnitzer, Carolyn Osborne; and one brother, Christopher Moore.
Funeral services were conducted Friday, October 11, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Ernest Wayne Hatton. Burial followed in the Oakdale Cemetery. Friends called after 10:30 a.m., Friday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Ricky Moore, Dylan Moore, Damien Moore, Michael McIntosh, Andre Taulbee and Hunter Humphrey.
Sunday, October 6, 2019
William Stephen Daugherty, Esq., 49
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William Stephen Daugherty, Esq., age 49, passed away at his home, Sunday, October 6, 2019.
Steve was a native of Estill County, a son of Vivian Kay Moore Daugherty and the late Elwood Daugherty. Steve was a graduate of Georgetown College where he studied finance and marketing; he received a Masters of Arts in teaching at EKU; he received a Masters in Business Administration from EKU; and his law degree from Brandeis School of Law in Louisville. Steve was an attorney, working for the Dept. of Public Advocacy, and a former teacher, working in several local school districts. Steve was an Elder and member of Irvine First Christian Church, a member of the Irvine Masonic Lodge, a member of the Kentucky Bar Association, and the NACDL. He enjoyed travel, UK sports and hunting.
Survivors other than his mother, Vivian Kay, include his brother, Phillip; two very special nieces that he loved like daughters, Kaylin Alexis Daugherty and Kayci Allyson Daugherty.
Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 11, 2019 at Irvine First Christian Church, with Bro. Greg Humpert and Bro. Glynn Sizemore officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Friends may call anytime after 6:00 p.m., Thursday, October 10th at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals.
Pallbearers will be Dewayne Deaton, Jim Hall, Paul Daugherty, Lonnie Daugherty, James Richardson, Earl Gabbard, Brian Daniel and Robert King.
Honorary pallbearers will be Elders and Deacons of Irvine First Christian, members of the Irvine Masonic Lodge, and attorneys and staff of the Dept. of Public Advocacy.
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Wednesday, October 9th Edition
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Thursday, October 3, 2019
Cloma Hook, 86
Cloma Hook, age 86, of Worrells Road in Irvine, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019 following a long illness.
She was born October 9, 1932 in Crockett, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Ruben and Elva Ball Fyffe. She was a compassionate, retired caregiver. She worshiped the Lord as a member of the Providence Baptist Church.
Mrs. Hook is preceded in death by her husband, Bert Hook. Together they lovingly raised their children in Estill County.
She is survived by her children, Berta Nell (Jim Byrd) of Powell County, Elva Susan Plowman (Daniel) of Estill County, Jack Oliver Russell of Lee County, and Charles Wendell Hook (Lisa) of Madison County; her sisters, Joyce Dehaven, Jessie Dehaven, and her brother, Hobert Fyffe, all of Ohio; ten grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
Mrs. Hook is preceded in death by one son, William Donovan Russell; five sisters, Laura Mayabb, Bertha Lewis, Nell Kazee, Dovie Lewis, Betty Lewis; and two brothers, Homer Fyffe and Leo Fyffe.
Funeral services were conducted Sunday, October 6th, 2 p.m., at the Providence Baptist Church by Brother Tim Roberts. Burial followed in the South Irvine Cemetery. Friends call after 12:30 p.m., Sunday, at the church until service time.
Pallbearers were Anthony Brubaker, Kyle Brubaker, Kenneth Plowman, Austin Plowman, Adam Plowman and Dustin Stidham.
Warren F. Toler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Saturday, September 28, 2019
Letcher Vanderpool, 77
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Letcher Vanderpool, age 77, Frames Branch Road, Clay City, Kentucky, formerly of Irvine, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2019 at his home.
He was born June 18, 1941 in Lee County, Kentucky to the late Letcher and Minnie Wise Vanderpool. He was a Vietnam United States Army Veteran.
Arrangements were made by Davis & Davis Funeral Home of Stanton.
Additional information not supplied by the funeral home:
Survivors include three brothers, Clayton Vanderpool (Ann), California; Nelson Vanderpool and Frank Vanderpool (Jean), both of Irvine.
He was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother, Vina Elofskey, Zella Hall; and Raymond Vanderpool.
Monday, September 30, 2019
Lotha Mae Allen, 92
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Lotha Mae Allen, age 92, of Geneva Avenue in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Monday, September 30, 2019, at the Irvine Nursing & Rehabilitation Center following a long illness.
She was born October 26, 1926 in Cincinnati, Ohio and was the daughter of the late Deward and Rachel Witt Hisle. She owned Allens' Grocery for over 25 years where she was famous for her Big Ham Sandwiches. She was a member of the Ivory Hill Baptist Church for over 60 years and due to her illness changed her membership to the Friendship Baptist Church. She was a former member of the Eastern Star and had lived in Estill County most of her life.
Mrs. Allen was preceded in death by her husband, Otis Allen.
She is survived by one daughter, Linda Allen Webb, Irvine; six grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 18 great, great grandchildren and one great, great, great grandchild; and her special caregiver, Deborah Cheney, Estill County.
Mrs. Allen was preceded in death by one daughter, Brenda Carol Thomas; her sons-in-law, Jimmy Webb and David Thomas; one brother, Dallas Hisle; two grandchildren, David Allen Thomas and Gregory Stone; and her long-time companion, Shine Samples.
Funeral services were conducted Friday, October 4, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Marvin Neal and Bro. Scott Rogers. Burial was at the West Irvine Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Thursday, October 3rd at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Randall Harrison, Mike Edmonson, Josh Bush, Bill Taulbee, Chadley Graham, Mike Murphy, Kevin Power and Trey West.
Honorary pallbearers were Gregory Stone, Tommy Stone, Gene Samples, Jerry Samples, Ivan Miller and the Men of Friendship Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Friendship Baptist Church or the Irvine Nursing and Rehabilitation Council.
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Wilma Sue Hurley, 68
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Wilma Sue Hurley, age 68, widow of Norman Hurley, Frames Branch Road, Clay City, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond.
She was born August 10, 1951 in Clay City to the late Kenneth and Lois Faye Powell Goodwin.
Survivors include, one son, Darrell Hurley (Tammy Smith); one daughter, Lisa Barnes (Wayne Burton); three grandchildren, Darla Hurley, Glendon Hurley, and Savanna Barnes; three brothers, Johnny Goodwin, Randy Goodwin, and Billy Joe Goodwin; and two sisters, Louise Hall and Wanda McIntosh.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Lois Faye Powell Goodwin; her husband, Norman Hurley; three brothers, Anthony Goodwin, Doug Goodwin, and Virgil Goodwin; and one sister, Sylvia Goodwin.
Services will be held Friday, October 4, 1:00 p.m., at Davis & Davis Funeral Home, 777 West College Avenue, Stanton by Bro. Phillip Smith. Visitation will be Thursday, October 3rd, 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Goodwin Cemetery, Clay City.
