Sunday, April 12, 2020

    Tracy Chester “TC” Burton, age 33, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his home in Clay City, Kentucky.
    He was born on February 20, 1987 in Lexington, to Tracy Lee Burton and Brenda Brinegar Crawford. He was a machine operator at Leggett and Platt.
    In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister, Lucy Warner (Jessy) of Winchester; three brothers; Eric Burton of Winchester, Alex Crawford (Cheyenne) of Powell County and Anthony Crawford (Angela) of Bardstown; his step-father, Ollie Ray Crawford; and several nieces and nephews.
    He was preceded in death by a sister, Hope Burton.
    Private graveside services will be at the Brinegar Family Cemetery in Clark County.
    Pallbearers will be Eric Burton, Alex Crawford, Anthony Brinegar, Anthony Crawford, Robert Glasson and Matthew Adams.
    Scobee Funeral Home of Winchester was entrusted with arrangements.

Scobee Funeral Home

  Sunday, April 12, 2020

    Justin Allen Gordon, 28, of Pea Ridge Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2020 at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, following a sudden illness.
    He was born August 1, 1991 in Montgomery County to Douglas Gordon and Hazel Grace Gray. He was an employee at Walmart, and he lived in Estill County all his life.
    Mr. Gordon is survived by his parents, Douglas Gordon, Madison County; and Hazel Grace Gray, Rockcastle County; one sister, Amber Michelle Gordon, Estill County; two brothers: Jeremy Ray Gordon, Estill County; and Jacob Everett Gordon, Madison County; two nephews: Eli Kirby and Ben Kirby; and one niece, Haley Raye Gordon.
    Private services will be held.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Moday, April 6, 2020

    Joshua Clyde Barnes, age 33, passed away at his home on Monday, April 6, 2020.
    He was a native of Estill County, born June 21, 1986, the son of Roger Dale Barnes and Donna Haggard Stanfield.
    He graduated from Estill County High School, Class of 2004; then entered the military where he graduated from the United States Army basic training at Fort Benning, Georgia. He was discharged from service at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, with a Honorable Medical Discharge. He recently worked as a lineman for 5 Star Electric LLC.
    Josh was preceded in death by his grandfathers, the late Richard Allen Haggard and the late Preston Clyde Barnes. He is survived by his grandmothers, Sadie Haggard and Patricia Cole Barnes.
    He is also survived by his father, Roger Dale Barnes (Cynthia Doty Barnes); and his mother, Donna Haggard Stanfield (Terry); one brother, Roger Allen Barnes (Peggy May); one sister, Tiffany Barnes Brinegar; two nephews, Cristian Barnes and Christopher Brinegar; one niece, Kayleigh Brinegar; his dogs, Milo and Shya; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
    Memorial services were private.
    Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals was in charge of arrangements.

Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals

  Sunday, April 5, 2020

    Jackie Burton Eversole, age 56, passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 5th, 2020 at Baptist East Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.
    He was born on July 25, 1963, to Arnold and Nancy Bailey Eversole in Covington, Kentucky, but was raised in Irvine, Kentucky. After meeting his wife, Karen, he moved to Louisville where he worked in the construction industry for 35 years, most recently with Flynn Brothers Construction.
    Mr. Eversole was preceded in death by his father, Arnold Eversole; three brothers: Ricky, Mike and Robbie Eversole; and his father in law, Foster Guess.
    He is survived by his wife, Karen Guess Eversole; two sons, Wesley and Matthew (Rachel); his mother, Nancy Bailey Eversole; a sister, Terri Eversole Johnson (Jack); his mother in law, Jo-Ann Guess; a sister in law, Julie Guess Helmy (Hazem); and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins that loved him dearly.
    Jack was a huge UK fan and KSR listener. He was a supporter of Trinity High School, for years attending every football, basketball and baseball game they played. He loved Derby week and attending The Oaks with his sister, Terri and brother in law, Jack and other family members.
    He was a member of Middletown Christian Church and served as their Sunday school attendance clerk. He volunteered countless hours to church and mission projects. He was a gifted wood worker, often building custom-made furniture and decor as gifts for Karen and family. He loved his family with all of his being and was completely and totally devoted to Karen and his sons, who adored him because he was their superhero.
    Jack touched so many lives and the loss of him leaves a hole in our hearts. We were blessed to have been loved by him.
    All services are private due to government guidelines in place pertaining to COVID19.
    Expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of donations to Middletown Christian Church, 500 N Watterson Trail, Louisville, KY 40243.
    Rattermans Funeral Home, 12900 Shelbyville Road, East Louisville was entrusted with arrangements.

Rattermans Funeral Home

  Monday, April 6, 2020

    Leanndrea Dee Williams, age 33, of Jeffersonville, passed away Monday, April 6, 2020 at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling.
    She was born September 9, 1986 in Mt. Sterling to Larry and Peggy Williams. She was a Government Employee and a member of the Living Waters Church in Mt. Sterling.
    Leanndrea is survived by her parents, Larry and Peggy Williams of Clay City; and two sisters, Heather Chandler (Josh) of Jeffersonville and Katelyn Geil (Christopher) of Clay City.
    Graveside services will be held Thursday, April 9, 2020 at the West Bend Cemetery in Clay City with Bro. John Duggins officiating.
    Pallbearers are Josh Chandler, Caleb Chandler, Eric Mays, David Williams, C D Dyer and Christopher Geil.
    Grayson Funeral Home of Clay City is in charge of services.

Grayson Funeral Home

  Monday, April 6, 2020

    Mabel Ruth Abner Willis, age 79, of Substation Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Monday, April 6, 2020, at her home after a short illness.
    She was born August 7, 1940 in Estill County to the late Aaron and Annie Mae Powell Abner. She was retired from Experienced Works where she served as an Employment and Training Assistant. She was a member of the Crystal Holiness Church. She lived in Estill County all her life.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Willis; one son, Aaron Michael Willis; and one daughter, Pamela Diane Willis; four granddaughters, a son-in-law, Doug Webb; her brother, Aaron Abner Jr.; and two sisters, Jane Farthing and Betty Reed.
    Survivors include her son, William Willis (Jenny), Ravenna; four daughters: Loretta Wells (Danny), Stanford, Kentucky/Big Pine Keys, Florida; Sandra ”Cricket” Floyd (William) of Ravenna, Christina Tuttle of Louisville, and Lorena Hall (Steve) of Waco; granddaughters: Carla Jones (Ken), Erica Barrett (Jason), Kim Fike (Casey) and Lauren Hagan (Derrick); grandsons: Michael Willis (Stacy), Matthew Floyd, Derrick Floyd, Noah Eads (Brittney), Bill Friend (Tara), Micah Hall and Luke Hall; 14 great grandchildren and a special friend, Ruby Riddell.
    Due to current health concerns, the family will have a private family service officiated by Brother Jerry Rose with burial in Hidden Falls Cemetery. The family will have a celebration of life at a later date.
    The family would appreciate your prayers and welcomes your expression of sympathy during this difficult time.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Friday, April 3, 2020

    Effie Mae Willis Johnson, age 88, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2020, after a short illness.
    She was born in Estill County, Kentucky on February 15, 1932 to the late Dewey and Linda Plymon Willis. Mrs. Johnson was a homemaker and enjoyed tending her garden and quilting. She was a member of the Union City Baptist Church.
    Survivors include her daughter, Betty Lou Brandenburg (David); her sons, Jimmie Cecil Johnson and Virgil Johnson Jr. (Christine); two brothers, Deward Willis (Alma) and Hympsel Willis (Catherine); five sisters, Mindy Rose (Donald), Lizzie Ann Rose (Finley), Lorene Rose, Florence Rose (Kenneth), and Cornell Overby (Martin); four grandchildren, Todd Aaron Brandenburg (Kelly), Alan Scott Brandenburg (Kindra), Paige Nicole Greer (Travis), and Andrea Michelle Johnson; and one great grandchild, Addison Paige Brandenburg.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil Johnson; one son, Benny Johnson; one daughter, Margaret Johnson; two brothers and three sisters.
    Private services were held with burial following in the Madison County Memorial Gardens.
    The Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home of Richmond, was in charge of the arrangements.

Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home

  Friday, April 3, 2020

    Judy Lane Tipton Profitt, age 61, of Irvine, Kentucky, entered into her heavenly home on Friday, April 3, 2020, after a long illness.
    She was born June 10, 1958 to the late James Rabbit Tipton and Mary Francis Brinegar Tipton. She was a member of Body of Christ Ministries and lived in Estill County all her life. She was a devoted mother, wife, sister, nana, and friend to many. She retired from the Estill County Health Department after 43 years of service to a community and people she loved. She never met a stranger and loved everyone. She was a member of DAV Auxiliary.
    Mrs. Profitt is survived by her husband of 42 years, Lanny Glenn Profitt; a daughter, Lana Marie Profitt; a son, Joseph Glen Profitt (Jessica); four grandchildren, Landon and Alyvia Curtis, Morgan Hamilton, and Lance Moore; two sisters: Teresa Covey and Sheila Fleming (Joe); one brother, Ricky Tipton (Tammy, who was a sister too, not just a sister-in-law); several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
    In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her daughter, Connie Gail Profitt Hamilton.
    She will be laid to rest with her parents and daughter at the Old Homeplace Cemetery.
    A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Monday, March 30, 2020

    Lillie Harris Chasteen, age 85, of Irvine, Kentucky, died suddenly Monday, March 30, 2020.
    She was born in Irvine on October 21, 1934, a daughter of the late Jess and Addie Harris. Lillie was a housekeeper before retirement, a member of the Baptist Faith and had been a resident of Irvine most of her life.
    Survivors include four children, Margie Garrett, Larry Williams, Joey Williams and Donnie Williams; ten grandchildren, and several great grandchildren.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two grandchildren.
    To carry out her wishes, Lillie was cremated, and no service is scheduled at this time.
    Reppert Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Berea was entrusted with arrangements.
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  Wednesday, April 1, 2020

    Joyce Ann Stewart, age 60, of Irvine Road in the Mina Station Community of Clark County, Kentucky, widow of Raymond "Mac" Stewart passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2020.
    She was born August 20, 1959 in Clark County to the late David Brock and Edna Ruth Allen Brock.
    In addition to her mother, she is survived by her daughter, Christina Martin (Richard); her son, Anthony Lloyd Wells; seven grandchildren: Joetta and Richard A Martin; Dakota and Anthony Wells II; Wyatt, Jackson and Liam Wells; a sister Glenna Doughty (Richard); a brother, James David Brock (Stephanie); and several nieces and nephews.
    In addition to her husband and father, she is preceded in death by a sister, Linda McVey.
    Due to COVID-19 Virus, a private graveside service will be Saturday at Boonesboro Cemetery.
    Rolan G Taylor Funeral Home of Winchester is in charge of arrangements.

Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home

  Wednesday, April 1, 2020

    Blanche Alcorn, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at 1:13 p.m. at UK Albert Chandler Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.
    Blanche was born at home on May 3, 1940 to John and Mary V. Rawlins of Irvine, Kentucky.
    She married Sherman Alcorn on December 7, 1957. They had three children together: Floyd Henry, Sherman David, and Ronald Edward.
    Blanche will reunite with many of her loved ones as she joins Jesus. Those loved ones include her husband, Sherman, brothers: JB Rawlins, Dan Rawlins (Irene), Jim Rawlins, John Rawlins, Doug Rawlins (Naomi), and Hargus Rawlins (Connie); and sisters: Rose McKinney, Edna Hopkins, Bess Winkler, and Alice Winkler (Raymond).
    Survivors include her three sons: Floyd Alcorn, Sherman David Alcorn (Angela), both of Irvine, and Ronald Alcorn (Kristina) of East Peoria, Illinois. This also includes her honorary son, James McKinney (Janet) of Franklin, Ohio. Also surviving are three sisters: Daphne Alcorn (Earl) of Carlisle, Ohio; Golden Turner (Tom) of Miamisburg, Ohio; and Irene Lay (Doyle) of Lexington. Blanche has eight grandchildren: Crystal Alcorn, Meagan Alcorn, John Alcorn, Ashley Townsend (Jason), Kaytlin Alcorn, Cortney Mitchell, Tiffany Alcorn, and Jeramie Alcorn. She has 12 great grandchildren.
    Blanche worked for a short time at the paper mill in Miamisburg, Ohio. She also worked as a Caregiver. Her family was her number one priority in life. She enjoyed visiting with her family, gardening, writing songs, singing and cooking. One of her favorite things to do was see how people reacted to how fabulous her cooking was. Blanche could make anything taste good. She also took pleasure in reading her Bible and discussing her faith in the Lord.
    Private services will be conducted.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Monday, March 23, 2020

    Nikita Glendon Carroll Flinchum, age 34, of Irvine, Kentucky, died Monday, March 23, 2020 at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington.
    He was a life-long resident of Irvine, born May 1, 1985, the son of Judy Carroll Dailey and Gregory Flinchum. Nikita was a factory worker in the Auto Industry, enjoyed race cars and was a dirt track racing enthusiast.
    In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving wife, Angel Hall Flinchum; three daughters, Maggie, Sara and Christina; and three siblings, Jack Dailey, Frank Dailey and Elizabeth Darland.
    In accordance with the executive order by the Governor of Kentucky and guidelines set forth by the CDC due to the Corona Virus outbreak, private burial was chosen.
    Reppert Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Berea was entrusted with arrangements.

Reppert Funeral Home

  Monday, March 30, 2020

    Bobbie Jean Williams Johnson, the fourth of ten siblings was born August 19, 1933 to Vina Puckett and Amos Clay Williams. She and her family resided on a picturesque knoll overlooking the Kentucky River in Irvine, Kentucky until the flood of 1937 took their home and all of their earthly possessions. The family then relocated to Railroad Street where she lived until she married Gene Johnson in 1953. From this union were three children; Robert “Skip” 1954, Richard Lee 1956, and Patricia Rae 1960.
    Bobbie was a stay at home mom until her youngest entered school. She then took a job as an aide at Irvine Grade School where her co-workers recognized her intrinsic teaching abilities. They encouraged her to enroll in college - which she did after obtaining her GED. She graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a teaching certificate in Elementary Education grades 1-8. During the summer months between school years she gave swimming lessons and tutored in Reading. She retired from the Estill County Board of Education with 20 years of service. After retirement she lived at Doe Creek on a knoll overlooking the Kentucky River at lock 12.
    Bobbie departed this earth on March 30, 2020 at her residence, Lee County Care and Rehab, Beattyville, Kentucky.
    She is survived by one son Robert “Skip” Johnson; one brother; Wayne Griffin of Richmond; one sister, Glenda Wiseman of Irvine; four grandchildren: Robby Johnson, Jeremiah Johnson, Jessica Johnson, and Chris Hobbs; and several great grandchildren.
    She was preceded in death by her son, Richard; her daughter, Patty; two brothers: Amos Williams and Melvin Williams; and five sisters: Dorothy Fern Williams, Mae Ross, Roxie Roundtree, Edith Dozier, and Marcella Cooper.
    A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.
    Warren F. Toler funeral home will be in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Sunday, March 29, 2020

    Roberta “Bert” Henry McIntosh, 82, of Alexandria, KY passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020.
    She was born on March 29, 1938 to the late Bert and Carrie “Lillian” (Cox) Henry. She was retired from U.S. Shoe Corporation.
    Bert is survived by her three children, a daughter, Lillian McIntosh, Alexandria; a son, Mike McIntosh, Newport; and a daughter, Cheryl McIntosh Mattrella, Birmingham, Alabama; five grandchildren: Michelle Hamilton, Lexington; Brittany Mattrella, Jackson Hole, Wyoming; Jacob Mattrella, Atlanta, Georgia; Jeffrey McIntosh, Alexandria; and Samantha McIntosh, Florence; and a great grandson, Dylan Hamilton, Georgetown. She is also survived by her five siblings, Judy Winkler, Lexington; Wilma Canamar, Florence; Danny Henry (Phyllis), Cross Plains, Tennessee; Louis Gentes, Florence; Darrel Gilbert (Helen), Jacksonville, Florida; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Bert will be missed by all including her beloved Yorkie-Poo, Gracie.
    Bert was born in Covington, Kentucky, and spent her childhood and teen years in Estill and Kenton County.
    She met her husband in Northern Kentucky while visiting relatives, and they were married after he returned from serving in the Army during the Korean Conflict. Together they raised their three children in Campbell County. Bert enjoyed reading, gardening, yard sales, camping, fishing and bingo. She was also a huge Kentucky Wildcat fan, cheering them on to many victories. Bert enjoyed reminiscing with her family about past times, but, especially those times spent with her siblings.
    She was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church.
    A Memorial Service will be conducted at a later date after the COVID-19 precautions are lifted. The family will provide further information once it becomes available.
    In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church Food Bank. Checks can be made payable to Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church and in the memo line: Food Bank, in Memory of Bert McIntosh. Mail to: 11212 Lees Road, Alexandria, KY 41001
    Cooper Funeral Home of Alexandria is in charge of arrangements.

Cooper Funeral Home

  Saturday, March 28, 2020

    Billy Joe McDonald, age 56, of Doe Run Drive in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2020, in Frenchburg as the result of a motorcycle accident.
    He was born January 26, 1964 in Estill County and was the son of Doris Angela Mausbach Wagner and the late Lowell L. McDonald. He was a contractor and a member of the Pea Ridge Holiness Church. He enjoyed all outdoor sports and was a devoted husband and father who took great pride in his son who served as a United States Marine.
    Survivors in addition to his mother include his wife, Julie Ann Fread McDonald; one son, Michael J. McDonald (Hanna), North Carolina; one sister, Tonya Patterson (T.K.), Alabama; and five brothers: Garry McDonald, California; Peter McDonald, Estill County; Robert McDonald, California; Jimmy McDonald, and Bobby McDonald, both of Alabama.
    Private services were held Thursday, April 2, 2020, at the Pea Ridge Cemetery.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home