2 The Estill County Tribune
_   Volume 38 - Number 28 - Wednesday, January 15, 2020  Irvine, Ravenna, Estill County, Kentucky    _


Estill County News


Current Obituaries

Wednesday, January 22nd Edition

  Saturday, January 18, 2020

Marilyn Joyce Canter, 67


Marilyn Joyce Canter

    Marilyn Joyce Canter, age 67, of Meadowlark Drive in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020, at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, following a sudden illness.
    She was born December 16, 1952 in Lee County and was the daughter of Frieda Cole Flinchum and the late Rev. Chester Flinchum. She was a homemaker and a member of the Sandfield Holiness Church where she had served as a Sunday School teacher. She had lived in Estill County all her life and was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Ray Canter.
    Survivors, in addition to her mother, include one daughter, Melissa Maria Tipton (Anthony), Lee County; two sons: Samuel Ray Canter (Tim), Harlan County; and Eric Wayne Canter, Madison County; one sister, Carolyn Sue Goosey, Estill County; one brother, Paul Edward Flinchum, Estill County; four grandchildren: Courtney Brandenburg (Cory), Gabrielle Farthing (Travis), Desiree Tipton (Michael) and Anthony Austin Kyle Tipton; and one great grandchild, Winston James Noble.
    Graveside services will be conducted Tuesday, January 21, 12:00 Noon at the Cobb Hill Cemetery by Bro. Kevin Phillips.
    Pallbearers will be Cory Brandenburg, Cory Rhodes, Travis Banks, Abbullah Alhussain, Mohammed Alhussain.
    Honorary pallbearer is Anthony Austin Tipton.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Saturday morning, January 18, 2020

Roy "Junior" Stamper Jr., 69


Roy "Junior" Stamper Jr.

    Roy "Junior" Stamper Jr., age 69, husband of Sylvia Rogers Stamper, passed away early Saturday morning, January 18, 2020, at his home, after a long illness.
    Mr. Stamper was a native of Estill County, born April 20, 1950, the son of the late Roy Sr. and Zetta Hall Stamper. Junior retired from the Trane company, and was a member of the Mt. Carmel Christian Church. He enjoyed whittling, fishing, hunting, and playing the lottery.
    He was preceded in death by his brother Ray Edward Stamper.
    Survivors, other than his wife Sylvia, include his children: Greg Stamper (Sheila), Kenny Stamper (Amanda), Scott Stamper, Brian Stamper, and Kevin Stamper (Karen); his sisters: Deloris McCullah, Charlene Rogers (James) and Judy Stamper; his brothers: Ellis Stamper and Dewey Stamper; ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
    Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Mt. Carmel Christian with Pastor Mark Pearson officiating. Burial will follow in the Cobb Hill Cemetery. Friends may call anytime after 6:00 p.m., Monday, January 20th and from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 21st at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals.

Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals

  Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Karlie Rader, 84


Karlie Rader

    Karlie Rader was born October 29, 1935 in Jackson County, Kentucky and departed this life at the age of 84 on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at the Marcum Wallace Hospital in Irvine. She was the daughter of the late Archie Hobbs and Pearlie Johnson Hobbs.
    Karlie is survived by a daughter, Joyce Estes (George) of Irvine; and a brother, Verdis Hobbs of Connersville, Indiana. She was also blessed by four grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
    In addition to her parents, Karlie was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmie Rader; four brothers: Alvis Hobbs, Dellas Hobbs, Ellis Hobbs and Elson Hobbs; and a sister, Effie Spurlock.
    The graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 20, 2020 at Salt Rock Cemetery on Salt Rock Road in Jackson County with Bro. Tim Johnson officiating.
    Arrangements have been entrusted to Lakes Funeral Home of McKee.

Lakes McKee Funeral Home

  Thursday, January 16, 2020

Anthony Leeland Delbert Alexander, 12


Anthony Leeland Delbert Alexander

    Anthony Leeland Delbert Alexander, age 12, of Red Lick Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020, at his home following a long illness.
    He was born August 6, 2007 in Richmond and was the son of Paul Anthony and Stacy Lee Ruble Alexander. He was a 5th grade student at West Irvine Elementary School and attended the First Christian Church. He had lived in Estill County all his life.
    Survivors in addition to his father and mother include his sister, Payton Lou Mackenzie Alexander; his grandmother, Linda Michelle Ruble; and his special friend, Hugh Harvey Lawson.
    He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Rickie Ruble and Roger and Linda Alexander.
    Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, January 22, 2020, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Delmar McGee. Burial will be at the Ruble Cemetery. Friends may call between 6 and 9 p.m., Tuesday, January 21st at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers will be Joe Ruble, Joey McGee, James Richardson, Sam Johnson, Anthony Culton and Randy Turner.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Margaret McIntosh, 78


Margaret McIntosh

    Margaret McIntosh, 78, Clay City, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at home surrounded by her beloved family.
    She was born October 14, 1941 in Perry County, Kentucky to Cornwallis and Canzalia Miller.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, James Drexel McIntosh; two daughters: Teresa Diane Meadows and Sandra JoAnne Freeman (deceased wife of Dewey Freeman); five brothers: Shelby Miller, Dewey Siegel Miller, Donald Miller, James Monroe (Buck) Miller, and Delmar Miller; and three sisters: Mollie Ingram, Geneva Wright, and Callie Wright.
    She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Colleen and Robert Crowe of Clay City; four grandchildren: Brandon Crowe (Tammie) of Stanton, Ginger Reed (Justin) of Clay City, Jerri Jones (Dewey) of Stanton, and Savannah Jeffers (Dester) of Mason, Ohio; eight great grandchildren: Jackson Reed, Forest Reed, Willow Wireman, Emie Jones, Dester Jeffers, Wyatt Jeffers, Linnie Jeffers, and Brayden Crowe; and several nieces and nephews.
    Mrs. McIntosh was retired from Osram, Sylvania and was a member of the Mountain Parkway Church of God in Clay City. She was a skilled basket maker and maker of wooden bowls, having taken multiple community education classes through Eastern Kentucky University. She enjoyed hosting Sunday dinners for family, attending church, watching the Gaithers and home remodeling shows, and sitting on her front porch talking with visitors. She will be remembered for often burning what she cooked, being willing to feed anyone that showed up, and for all the love she poured into her family and friends, especially the little ones.
    Visitation was held 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 18, 2020, at the Mountain Parkway Church of God, 30 Adams Ridge Road in Clay City; followed by the service at 1:00 p.m. Burial was in the West Bend Cemetery.
    Pallbearers were Jeff McIntosh, Jason McIntosh, Tim Miller, Brian Miller, and Chester “Tarzan” Miller.
    Honorary pallbearers were Dewey Freeman, Terry Miller, Jennie Crowe, Charlene Kennon, Arlene Webster, Jennifer McIntosh, Mandy, Stan and Caden Trent, and members of Mountain Parkway Church of God.
    Heritage Funeral Home of Richmond was entrusted with arrangements.

Heritage Funeral Home

  Thursday, January 16, 2020

Mary Katherine “Kat” McIntosh, 85


Mary Katherine “Kat” McIntosh

    Mary Katherine “Kat” McIntosh, age 85, of Clay Drive in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020, at the Compassionate Care Center following a short illness.
    She was born February 10, 1934 in Irvine and was the daughter of the late Reese and Alberta Isaacs Camden. She was a member of the American Legion and had lived in Estill County most of her life. She owned the Blue Moon Bar for 40 years and was the oldest bar owner in Richmond. Everyone knew her as “Momma Kat”. She never met a stranger and loved everyone. She will be missed by all who knew her.
    Mrs. McIntosh was preceded in death by her husband, Armster “Sonny” McIntosh.
    She is survived by her son, Prentice “Buddy” Richardson (Tracey), Richmond; two step-grandchildren: Dustin and Christopher; two great grandchildren: Levi and Dagon; nieces: Pam, Pat and Paula; and by very close and special friends: Tommy Cheeks, Tabitha Madden, Shirley, Margie Weaver, Melissa Weaver and Sue Whitt.
    Mrs. McIntosh was preceded in death by three sisters: Margie, Pauline, Gracie; one brother, Tracy; and a special nephew, Phillip Leach.
    Funeral services were conducted Monday, January 20, 2020, 2:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home. Burial was at the West Irvine Cemetery. Friends called between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday at the funeral home.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Mary Ruth Estes Crowe, 82


Mary Ruth Estes Crowe

    Mary Ruth Estes Crowe, 82, of the Bybee Community of Madison County, Kentucky, widow of Wilbur Crowe, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at Compassionate Care Center in Richmond.
    The daughter of Lolus Estes and Ina Carter Estes, she was born in Madison County on June 6, 1937. She loved cooking and sewing for her family. For many years, she was a member of the former Club of the Nelsonetts. She was also a member of the Speedwell Christian Church.
    On June 27, 1958, Mrs. Crowe united in marriage to Wilbur Crowe who preceded her in death on October 12, 2014.
    Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Carter and Cheree’ Crowe, and her daughter and son-in-law, Gina and Doug Stacy, all of Richmond; one brother, Billy D. Estes; one sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Paul Johnson; three grandchildren: Aundrea Hoffman, Matt Stacy (Bitha), and Landry Crowe; five great grandchildren: Dakota Hoffman, Jordan Hoffman, Parker Stacy, Keegan Stacy and Hunter Stacy; and her great, great grandson, Kaiden Sexton.
    In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Crowe was preceded in death by two brothers: Harry Lee Estes and Tom Estes.
    Funeral Services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home, 322 West Main Street, Richmond, with Bro. Dennis Pasley officiating. Burial followed in the Madison County Memorial Gardens. Visitation was from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m., Friday, January 17th at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers were Matt Stacy, Jordan Hoffman, Mike Smyth, Jonray Wilson, John Robinson and James Walling.

Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home

  Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Charlotte Sue Gross, 71


Charlotte Sue Gross

    Charlotte Sue Gross, age 71, of Bradberry Pointe in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020, at her daughter’s home following a long illness.
    She was born March 10, 1948 in Daviess County, Kentucky, and was the daughter of the late Thomas and Martha Lott Jones. She was retired from Hospice where she worked as a registered nurse. She attended the New Beginnings Fellowship Church and had lived in Estill County most of her life.
    Ms. Gross is survived by one daughter, Mellissa Boyken, Richmond; four sons: Ransom Thomas Boyken (Carol), Keith Boyken, both of Irvine; Jody Boyken, Lancaster; and Chris Boyken (Judy), Waco; three sisters: Shirley Boyken, Ruby Scott, and Angela Browder, all of Island, Kentucky (McLean County); 20 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
    She was preceded in death by one grandchild, Sara Boyken; and three siblings: Brenda Chinn, Linda Jones and Delbert Jones.
    Funeral services were conducted Saturday, January 18, 2020, 6:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home by Bro. Tony Boyken. Friends called between 3 and 6 p.m., Saturday, at the funeral home.
    In lieu of flowers, donations were suggested to Hospice Care Plus.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Tuesday, January 14, 2020

Walter Nelson Hunt, 77


Walter Nelson Hunt

    Walter Nelson Hunt, age 77, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at Rose Manor Nursing Home (Lexington, Kentucky).
    He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Judy Hunt; by his daughters, Lisa White (Charles) and Mary Jo Hunt Hatchett; four grandchildren, Nathan White (Lauren), Emily Nann White, Katie Hisle (Matt) and Carson David Hunt; and one great grandchild, James Porter Wells.
    Mr. Hunt was preceded in death by his son, David Nelson Hunt.
    He grew up in Estill County, then moved to Clark County and raised his family with Judy. He was a long-time member of Grace Bible Church of which he held dear to his heart. Walter worked many jobs, but his greatest joy was helping others. He will be dearly missed by all that knew him. In his honor, take the time to make a difference in someone’s life and lend a helping hand.
    Services will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 17, 2020 by Pastor Lee Cruse at Scobee Funeral Home, 219 Lexington Avenue in Winchester. Visitation will be from 12:00 Noon until time of service. Burial will be in Winchester Cemetery.
    Pallbearers will be Carson Hunt, Nathan Hunt, Charlie White, Brian Berry, Tim Hatchett, Steve Rose and Danny Fitzpatrick.
    Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Berry, Jimmy Richardson, Douglas Hodgkin, Curtis Green, Keith Ruthenburg and the men of Grace Bible Church.
    In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Grace Bible Church Building Fund, 25 North Main Street, Winchester, KY 40391.
    According to historical records, Walter Nelson Hunt was born in Estill County on 15 February 1942, the son of Viola Powell Hunt and John Edward "Ed" Hunt Sr. He was preceded in death by a sister, Joan Edwina Hunt Richardson; and two bothers, Dwight and Johnny Hunt.

Scobee Funeral Home

  Sunday, January 12, 2020

Daniel Odell Willis, 42


Daniel Odell Willis

    Daniel Odell Willis, age 42, from Irvine, Kentucky, passed away at his home in Newport, Kentucky on Sunday, January 12, 2020.
    He was the son of Janice Sparks and the late Charles D. Willis, born August 4, 1977 in Madison County, Kentucky.
    In addition to his mother, Daniel is survived by his grandmother, Lillian Sparks; his daughter, Briana McIntosh; his granddaughter: Sophia Marie Coffey; his uncles: Roger Sparks, Brad Sparks and Claude Willis; and his aunts: Pam Young, Sue Patrick, Nita Tipton and Bessie McIntosh.
    Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, January 18, 2020, at 11:00 a.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Friends may call between 6 and 9 p.m., Friday, January 17th at the funeral home.
    Honorary pallbearers were Charles Staton, Jeff Carroll, and Anthony Belcher.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

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Recent Obituaries

Wednesday, January 15th Edition

  Saturday, January 11, 2020

Annie Lee Bailey Mays, 80


Annie Lee Bailey Mays

    Annie Lee Bailey Mays, age 80, widow of David C. Mays, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
    She was born near Crystal in Estill County, Kentucky, on August 4, 1939, to the late Edward Dewey and Edna Mae Rogers Bailey. She was retired from GTE Sylvania.
    Survivors include two children, Sandra Lynn Spence (Wayne) and Donald Mays (Tammy L.); seven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, one great, great grandchild; one brother, Bobby Bailey (Velma); several nieces, nephews, extended family members; and a special friend, Essie “Granny” Miller.
    In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her son, David Lee Mays; and great, great grandson, Jayden Ritchie.
    Services will be at 12:00 Noon, Saturday, January 18, 2020 at Scobee Funeral Home, 219 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester, by Pastor Billy Keller. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Burial will be in Clarmont Memorial Gardens.
    Pallbearers will be Dennis Mayes, Matt Grimes, Bill Bailey, Daniel Bailey, Eric Spence and Ricky Mayes. Honorary pallbearers will be Brian Mays, Roy Mayes and GTE Sylvania Retirees.

Scobee Funeral Home

  Thursday, January 9, 2020

Ruby Joyce Horn, 87


Ruby Joyce Horn

    Ruby Joyce Horn, age 87, of Rice Street in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2020 at the Kettering Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio following a long illness.
    She was born April 27, 1932 in Estill County to the late Clarence Edgar Moore and Helen Richardson Moore. She graduated from Irvine High School and worked for the Estill County School System. She was a member of the Irvine Nazarene Church and she was also a church board member. She lived in Estill County most of her life.
    Mrs. Horn is preceded in death by her husband, Elmo Horn.
    She is survived by two daughters: Deborah Horn (Mark), Bellbrook, all of Ohio; and Stephanie Horn, Dayton, Ohio; one son, Timothy Horn (Shellie), Estill County; four sisters: Wafie Neal, Carolyn Sue Gonzales (Sergio), Patricia Davis (John), Ohio; and Rhonda Freeman, Estill County; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
    Mrs. Horn was preceded in death by one sister, Betty Dennis.
    Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, January 14, 2020, 1:00 p.m., at the Irvine Nazarene Church by Bro. Matt Marshall. Burial followed in the Sunset Memorial Gardens. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Monday night, January 13th at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home and 11:00 a.m. until service time at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, at the church.
    Pallbearers were Joe Freeman, Jeffrey Isaacs, Jon Isaacs, Taylor Sewell, Allen Weese, Michael Wells.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Wednesday, January 8, 2020

Dr. Robert Lee “Bob” Doty, 84


Dr. Robert Lee “Bob” Doty

    Dr. Robert Lee “Bob” Doty of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of the late Robert Lee Doty, Sr. and Eddie Broaddus Doty, was born May 19, 1935 in Garrard County, Kentucky. He died at 11:35 A.M., Wednesday, January 8, 2020 in Campbellsville at the age of 84.
    He was an active member of his Sunday school class at Campbellsville Baptist Church and previously served as minister for a Baptist congregation in southern Illinois. He participated in many evangelical and medical mission trips to various countries, and he was a significant contributor to a church in Bolivia.
    He served his country honorably in the United States Army.
    Most of Dr. Doty’s life was devoted to education. He earned an Associate of Science degree from Henry Ford Community College in Michigan, a Bachelor of Arts degree from Georgetown College where he later served on the Georgetown College Board of Trustees and was inducted into Georgetown College’s Hall of Fame, a Bachelor of Divinity from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, a Masters of Art in English Literature and a doctorate in Victorian literature from the University of Kentucky. He served one year as Scholar for Kentucky Humanities Council. He has received many honors for his dedication to education and service to his community such as being named Campbellsville Business and Professional Women’s Club Man of the Year, the Campbellsville-Taylor County Chamber Man of the Year, the Campbellsville University Academic Excellence Award and professor emeritus status at Campbellsville University. Dr. Doty retired from Campbellsville University as an English professor.
    As an Eagle Scout, Dr. Doty received national recognition from the Boy Scouts of America for his dedication in assisting other young men in achieving their Eagle Scout status. He was introduced to photography by his high school principal and from that grew a passion for nature and architecture that was evident in every shot he took during his many travels. Dr. Doty was also an avid fisherman who spent one week, every year, for thirty-eight years in Canada on an extreme camping and fishing trip with friends.
    Dr. Doty is survived by his sister, Jewell Newton of Irvine, Kentucky; many nieces and nephews; several great-nieces and great-nephews; fourteen great-great nieces and great-great nephews; respected colleagues and cherished friends.
    He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister: Charles Doty, James Doty and Margaret West.
    Campbellsville visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m., Friday, January 17th at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Avenue with Dr. Greg Mobley. A Campbellsville funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the funeral home.
    Irvine services will be conducted Sunday, January 19th at 3:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Scott Beauchamp. Burial will be at the West Irvine Cemetery. Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m., Sunday, at the funeral home.
    Dr. Doty supported many organizations. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Dr. Doty’s memory to the Baptist Seminary of Kentucky, the following Boy Scout Councils- Lincoln Heritage or the Bluegrass Council, Campbellsville University, Georgetown College, The Nature Conservancy or the University of Kentucky English Department. Donations may be made at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.

Parrott and Ramsey Funeral Home

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Thursday, January 2, 2020

David Allen Neal, 59


David Allen Neal

    David Allen Neal, age 59, of Richmond, Kentucky, was born August 8, 1960 in Estill County and gained his eternal wings on Thursday, January 2nd, 2020. The forever cherished son to Janet Whitaker, Richmond; and step-son to the late Ronald D. Whitaker; the treasured brother to Beverly Reynolds, Russell Neal, both of Richmond; and the late William Neal, Irvine; and blessed with one granddaughter, Brooklyn Walters, Irvine. He is also survived by one daughter, Kathryn Measel, Georgia; nine adoring nieces and nephews: Amanda Fletcher, Rachel Witt, Jacob Reynolds, Reagan Reynolds, Dyllon Neal, Joshua David Neal, Tiffany Nunnelley, Meghan Neal, and Tyler Neal; eight great nieces and nephews, and one great, great niece; and highly favored by too many family and friends to list in both Kentucky and Ohio.
    His laughter was contagious & his love for those around him unmeasured. He spent his life utilizing his God-given talents of working with his hands, whether that be building houses or turning wrenches. He loved racing in the mud and often told stories of race-car shenanigans with his uncle and cousins. He also picked a mean guitar and “shaggy shuffled” a few dance floors in his time.
    As with any mother-son relationship, David had a somewhat comical yet healthy fear of his mom. He’d tell you she’d give him a good talkin’ to if he didn’t behave himself. All the while giggling at the thought. The truth is, he simply, whole-heartedly adored her and enjoyed picking at her as often as possible. Standing by his bed, as she held his hand and talked, when she thought he could no longer hear her, he squeezed her thumb so tightly that it turned blue. It wasn’t coincidence.
    His time on earth was not wasted. Recently, he had been enjoying sharing his musical talent with his great nephew, Jacob Bradley, showing him how to chord that old six-string.
    David had a fiery temper and a quick tongue, but ultimately a forgiving heart. He was stubborn & bull-headed, and would throw a punch when necessary...sometimes even at his brothers. He’d tell you they needed it, if he were here today. But he’d also be in their corner when the time came. It was rare, in earlier years to see one brother without the other two.
    He had an extra special twinkle in his eye when he spoke of his sister. They had their own language and often agreed to disagree, but had a very unique bond. When David loved, he loved relentlessly and endlessly.
    He may not have always been easy to get along with, but for those of us who truly knew him, he was very easy to love. Time stood still as he prepared himself to leave this world. He did it in his own terms, on his own time and with a peace in his heart knowing that he left behind good memories of time well spent. He wouldn’t want anyone speaking of his death, but yet of his life. However difficult it is for those of us left behind to naturally mourn his absence, he’d much prefer us to celebrate his memory.
    A gathering of friends will be held Saturday, January 11, 2020, 12:00 Noon until 2:00 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home, 237 North 2nd Street, Richmond.
    The family respectfully asks that no gifts or flowers be sent. Those who would like to contribute are asked to make a donation towards paying funeral expenses. Thank you!

Heritage Funeral Home

  December 8, 2019

Geraldine Scrivner Conner, 90


Geraldine Scrivner Conner

    Geraldine Scrivner Conner, age 90, died Sunday December 8, 2019 at Heritage Pointe Senior Living in Cookeville, Tennessee.
    She was born July 24, 1929 in Irvine, Kentucky, to the late Marcus and Anna Witt Scrivner. She earned her bachelors degree in Elementary Education from Western Kentucky State (now Western Kentucky University) and her masters degree from Tennessee Tech University.
    Mrs. Conner began her teaching career at the former Tech Campus school where she taught from 1968-1976. She then moved to Sycamore Elementary where she taught 2nd grade until her retirement in 1994. Geraldine had a special rapport with children and her students were drawn to her magnetic personality.
    Mrs. Geraldine loved people and was a lifelong and avid reader. She was an rabid Kentucky Wildcat basketball and Tennessee Volunteer football fan.
    She has been a faithful and dedicated member of Cookeville First Baptist Church since moving to Cookeville in 1968.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, James Ralph Conner; and by a sister, Beverly Jo Brakefield.
    She is survived by her daughter, Dottie Register of Salem, Illinois; a son, Marc Conner, of Cookeville; three grandchildren: Colt Conner, Erika Register and Amanda Jones; two great grandchildren: Brayden Register and Ryleigh Jones; cousins including Mike and Pam Liddle of Bowling Green; and by a special friend, Louis Mann. Her family also includes the residents and staff at Heritage Pointe Senior Living, where Geraldine has enjoyed the wonderful people there for the last 5 years.
    Funeral services for Mrs. Geraldine Conner were held Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the Cookeville chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Stone officiating. Her family received friends Wednesday from 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
    Graveside services and interment were held Thursday, December 12th at 10:30 a.m. at Fairview Cemetery in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
    Marc Conner, Brayden Conner, Mike Liddle and other family and friends served as pallbearers.
    Memorial contributions were suggested and may still be made to Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic, 714 N Dixie Ave., Cookeville, TN 38501 and/or Cookeville First Baptist Church, 19 S Walnut Ave., Cookeville, TN 38501.

Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home

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