Sunday, July 19, 2020

    William A. Staton, age 72, of Stanton, Kentucky passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond.
    Born July 7, 1948, in Lexington, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Elmer Wesley Staton, Sr. and the late Josephine Ruth Johnson Staton. He was a ham radio operator since the age of 14 and his ham radio call sign was WD4KNE. He was a radio technician with the Kentucky State Police and he conducted ham radio services for WKYT Television Station and WLEX Television Station.
    Bill served as a fire fighter for 52 years, being affiliated with Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Department, Estill County Volunteer Fire Department, Middlefork Volunteer Fire Department and the Cobb Hill Volunteer Fire Department where he served as chief.
    He is survived by two sons, William Staton (Heather) of Fredericksburg, Virginia; and Charles Wesley Staton of Lawrenceburg; one daughter, Shauna Staton of Stanton; two brothers, Elmer Wesley Staton, Jr. of Salt Lick and John Barry Staton (Mary Ruth) of Owingsville; four grandchildren: Tristan Staton, Jonathan Staton, Edith Mae Staton and Oliver Ray Staton; and by two great grandchildren.
    There are no services scheduled.
    Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Hearne Funeral Home

  Sunday, July 19, 2020

    Lorena Cox Gann, 91, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2020, at the Hospice Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky.
    She was born in the Alumbaugh community of Estill County Kentucky on December 3, 1923 to the late Jeff and Kate Cox. Mrs. Gann was a homemaker and enjoyed painting, photography, and gardening – she liked to spend time tending to her flowers and could grow anything. She also loved animals and especially her dogs.
    Survivors include her husband, Jack M. Gann; special friends, Jill and Doug Price and their children, Jessica Price (fiancé Ben Hess) and Tyler Price (Sarah Kathleen); Oreda and Arlin Harris; Anna and Bill Ludwinek; and her special dog, Maggie.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Bruce Cox, Finley Cox, Norma Faye Kruger, and Modena Fields.
    In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mrs. Gann are suggested to the Hospice Compassionate Care Center, 350 Isaacs Lane, Richmond, KY 40475
    Private services are under the direction of the Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home, 328 West Main Street, Richmond.

Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home

  Wednesday, July 15, 2020

    Tracie Lewis Reece, age 71, husband of Mary Elizabeth Combs Reece, died on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at Baptist Health-Richmond.
    He was born on February 22, 1949 in Madison County to the late John William Reece and Bessie Mae Marcum Reece. He was retired from the Horse Industry after 40 years and enjoyed being on his computer to keep up with his family and playing games like solitaire, attending auctions and horses.
    Survivors include his wife, Mary Reece; one son, John Travis Reece (Renee) of Richmond; three grandchildren, William Michael Reece, Abbygayle Reece and Sydney Reece; two brothers, Paul Reece and William Reece; three sisters, Gladys Hoover, Louise Hyatt and Susie Tuggle.
    Mr. Reece was preceded in death by one son, Dave Clinton Reece; and by several brothers and sisters.
    Funeral services were conducted 1:00 p.m., Monday, July 20, 2020 at the Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home with Greg Humpert officiating. Burial followed in the Flatwoods Cemetery. Visitation was from 11:00 a.m. until service time on Monday at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers were William Michael Reece, Scott Kenner, Landon Kenner, Joshua Reece, Lynn Reece, and Steve Willoughby.

Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home

  Friday, July 17, 2020

    Bessie Marie Johnson Durbin, age 69, widow of James “Jimmy” Durbin, passed away Friday, July 17, 2020 at her home.
    Mrs. Durbin, the daughter of Luckes and Bettie Rison Johnson, was born in Estill County on November 28, 1950. She worked at Westinghouse / Phillips Lighting and OHI Gecom. She enjoyed crocheting, crafts, working in her yard and watching NASCAR. Her greatest treasure was her family and she was a member of the former Community Church of God.
    Survivors include her daughter, Sonda Kaye Mize (& fiancé Oliver Wendell Evans) of Richmond; one granddaughter, Hannah Paige Mize; a great granddaughter, Aniyah Estill; her brother, L. B. (& Lena) Johnson who made her childhood memorable; a sister-in-law, Juanita Johnson who was devoted to her late brother Hugh; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
    Mrs. Durbin is also survived by “children” that God placed in her life: Brittany Givens Heyer, Kelsey Givens and the Dargavells: Amanda, Buster, Briar and Bella. They all gave her many hours of enjoyment and blessings.
    In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Durbin was preceded in death by her brother, Hugh Johnson; and three sisters: Louise Baker, Vada Tribble and Brenda Williams; and her dog, Lil Z, her little gentleman and protector.
    Funeral Services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home with Bro. Donald Rudd and Bro. Dallas Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in the Richmond Cemetery. Visitation will be after 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers will be Chuck Givens, Kelsey Givens, Buster Dargavell, Ricky Mize, Oliver Wendell Evans, Trevon Estill and Thomas Estill.

Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home

  Saturday, July 11, 2020

    Norma York, daughter of the late Dillard and Josephine Coffee Richardson was born in Lee County, Kentucky on September 15, 1935 and departed this life Saturday, July 11, 2020, at her home in Lee County, at the age of 84 years, 9 months, and 26 days. She was a loving housewife and mother.
    Norma is survived by her daughter, Teresa York of Beattyville; two sons, Gary York of Beattyville and Jimmy Richardson of Irvine; one great granddaughter, Serenity Cornett of Beattyville; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great, great grandchildren; one sister, Laura Jones of Beattyville; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
    In addition to her parents, Norma was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Ralph York, three brothers and three sisters.
    Private funeral services were held at Newnam Funeral Home, 108 Center Street in Beattyville.

Newnam Funeral Home

  Friday, July 10, 2020

    Mary Margaret Estes Morris, age 80, widow of Jim Morris, passed away at her home, Sunday, July 12, 2020.
    She was a native of Estill County, born August 30, 1930, a daughter of the late Robert Green Estes and the late Mary Eliza Sparks Estes. She was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking and raising her children.
    Mrs. Morris was preceded in death by her daughter Jeaneen "Sis" Tipton; and her siblings, Ray Estes, Candace Moore, Tina Smelko, and Mabel Newton.
    Survivors include her children: Bo Morris (Madeline), Fudd Morris (Sharon), Paul Morris (Lorrie), Bobbie Bowman (Robert); her brothers: Zeke Estes, Delco Estes (Jalema); her sisters: Aggie Wells, Glendeen Mitchell (Bill), Margie Putteet, and Monda McIntosh; her grandchildren: Steven Isaacs Jr., Shannon Estes (Briton), Mary Beth Morris, Kayla Morris, and Michael Crowe (Megan); great grandchildren: Averly Estes, Karlee Crowe, Reuben Crowe, and Mikey Crowe.
    Services will be held Wednesday, July 15, 2020, 3:00 p.m., at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with burial to follow in the Morris Family Cemetery. Friends may call anytime after 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 14th at the funeral home.

Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals

  Saturday, July 11, 2020

    Keith Crim, age 57, of Winchester, Kentucky, formerly of Estill County, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2020.
    He was born June 25, 1963 in Winchester to Edward Crim and Marie Borders. He was a handyman.
    Mr. Crim is survived by two sons: Bryan Crim (Brandy) and Michael Crim, both of Irvine; two stepsons: Billy Brooks (Zena) and Jason Jones, both of Irvine; a daughter, Keisha Crim (Anthony Brandenburg) of Irvine; 12 grandchildren; and two brothers: Danny Crim (Dee Dee) and Greg Crim, both of Winchester.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Crim and Marie Borders; a granddaughter, Allyssa Crim; and his stepfather, Bud Borders.
    Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Marvin Neal officiating. Friends may visit Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service. Burial will follow in the Brooks-Means Cemetery. Family asks in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Grayson Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Thursday, June 25, 2020

    Lucille Wiseman, age 78, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away at home on Thursday, June 25, 2020.
    She was a native of Estill County, born 16 August 1941, a daughter of the late Adam Harrison and the late Helen West Harrison. She was retired from Pattie A. Clay Hospital. Lucille was a loving mother, sister, grandmother and friend.
    Mrs. Wiseman was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Cebert Wiseman; a daughter, Peggy Watson; two sisters: Marlene Thomas and Mae Dawes; and a brother, Dale Harrison.
    Survivors include one son, Rusty Wiseman; one daughter, Bethel Samples; two granddaughters, three grandsons, two great granddaughters, two great grandsons, two great, great grandsons, four sisters, three brothers, and many friends.
    No services are planned at this time.
    Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals was in charge of arrangements.

  Friday, July 10, 2020

    Rhonda Sue Harvey, age 38, of Drip Rock Holiness Church Road in McKee, Kentucky, passed away Friday, July 10, 2020.
    She was born September 27, 1981 in Estill County and was the daughter of Wanda Clark Neal and the late Johnny Lee Neal. She was a Carhartt, Inc. employee and had lived in Jackson County most of her life. She was married to the late Roger Lee Harvey.
    Survivors in addition to her mother, include her daughter, Katelyn Harvey, Jackson County; her son, Quinton Harvey, Jackson County; one sister, Melissa Neal, Jackson County; and two brothers: Jonathon Neal and James Neal, both of Jackson County.
    Friends may call between 6 and 9 p.m., Thursday, July 16, 2020, at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home. Private funeral services were held Friday, July 17th at the funeral home chapel by Bro. Harold Edmonson. Burial was at the Russell Flats Cemetery.
    Pallbearers were Mike Miller, Dawson Miller, Kenneth Townsend, Tim Osborne, Junior Brandenburg and Jonathon Neal.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Sunday, July 12, 2020

    Tommy Len Farthing II, age 37, of Wisemantown Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2020.
    He was born May 5, 1983 in Madison County and was the son of Tommy Len Farthing and Bettie Miller. He was self-employed and attended Body of Christ Church. He lived in Estill County all his life.
    Mr. Farthing is survived by his parents, Tommy Farthing and Bettie Miller; his stepmother, Carol Farthing; three sisters, Tonya Rachelle Gambrel (Ronnie), Ohio; LeAndrea Dixon (Lee), and Megan Clem (Adam), both of Estill County; one brother, Dylan Farthing, Estill County; and several nieces and nephews.
    Friends may call Thursday, July 16, 2020, between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Private funeral services were conducted Thursday, July 16th at the funeral home by Bro. Tom Blackburn. Burial was at the West Irvine Cemetery.
    Pallbearers were Lee Dixon, Landon Hix, Adam Clem, Ronnie Gambrel, Dylan Farthing, David Powell and Jeff Riddell.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Friday, July 10, 2020

    On Friday, July 10, 2020, Ollie Jean Rogers, a loving aunt and special care giver, passed away at the age of 89 at the Lee County Care and Rehabilitation Center.
    Jean was born on September 25, 1930 in Crystal, Kentucky in Lee County to Raymond and Lucy Lee Rogers.
    Her parents preceded her in death along with eleven siblings: Omer Rogers, Otis Rogers, Jay Rogers, Ray Rogers, Edna Bailey, Helen Tipton, Ethel Durbin, Ruby Caldwell, Mattie Rogers, Geneva Williams, and Kathleen Rogers.
    Jean is survived by a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
    She retired from Safeco Insurance in Cincinnati, Ohio with over 30 years of service in 1988. She moved to Estill County after retirement and volunteered at Hospice in Irvine.
    Jean was known for her quick wit, compassionate spirit, and the desire to help others. She touched many lives in her family and the community she served. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church at Crystal.
    Friends may call Wednesday, July 15, between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 Noon at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home. Private funeral services will be held.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Tuesday, July 7, 2020

    Bobby Hall, age 66, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at his home in Richmond, Kentucky.
    He was born July 5, 1954 in Booneville, Kentucky, a son to the late Woodrow and Nannie Belle Barrett Hall. He was a retired bus driver, working for the Estill County School System. He was also a huge fan of the University of Kentucky Wildcats.
    Bobby is survived by four daughters: Amanda Conner (Billy), Angel Flinchum, Michelle Hall, all of Irvine; and Bobbie Hall of Richmond; four sisters: Zola Higgins, Georgia Mullins, Ann Steele, and Betty Caudill; one uncle: Bob Barrett of Indiana; ten grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and many other loving family members and friends.
    Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers: Clabe Hall, Andy Hall, Henry Hall, and Danny Hall; two sisters: Reba Johnson, and Kathleen Roberts; and one son-in-law, Nikita Flinchum.
    Visitation was held Monday, July 13, 2020 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., at the Booneville Funeral Home followed by funeral services at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Rob Morgan officiating. He was laid to rest in the Lerose Cemetery, located in Booneville.

Booneville Funeral Home

  Saturday, July 18, 2020

    Memorial services for Elizabeth Geraldine Noland, mother of Janette McGreal and grandmother of Courtney McGreal, will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2020, at Warren F. Toler Funeral Home. Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. to 12 Noon with memorial services to follow.
    Mrs. Noland, age 76, of Wagersville Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Friday, March 27, 2020, at the Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital after suffering a heart attack.
    She was born November 2, 1943 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Curtiss and Hannah Ross. She was a retired Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital employee and enjoyed oil painting. She had lived in Estill County all her life.
    Mrs. Noland is survived by one daughter, Janette McGreal, Estill County; and one grandchild, Courtney McGreal.
    She was preceded in death by one daughter, Deborah Noland; and three siblings: Billie Easter, Quinton Ross and Junior Ross.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Wednesday, July 8, 2020

    Johnnie L. Stephens, age 78, of North Plum Street in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at the Berea Health & Rehabilitation Center following a long illness.
    He was born May 28, 1942 in Rockcastle County and was the son of the late Johnnie R. and Pearlie Payne Stephens. He was a retired Hyster Company employee.
    Mr. Stephens was preceded in death by his wives, Wanda Faye Lamb Stephens and Evelyn Jean Harris Stephens.
    He is survived by one daughter, Sharon Elaine Forsythe (David), Madison County; one son, Johnnie Wayne Stephens (Tina), Madison County; four step-children: Judy Venters, Ohio; Sherry Tester, Estill County; Brenda Neal (Larry), Estill County; and Dewayne Payne, Clark County; ten grandchildren: Sarah Forsythe, Jeff Saylor (Amanda), Ova Venters (Amy), Shane Venters, Marshall Tester, Joe Tester, Jay Neal, Mary Lynn Campbell, Tia Payne and Wayne Payne; 19 great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren.
    Friends called Friday, July 10, 2020, between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home. Private funeral services were conducted at the funeral home by Bro. Larry Neal. Burial was at the Oakdale Cemetery.
    Pallbearers were Jay Neal, Jeff Saylor, Mike Horn, Danny Fowler, Marshall Tester, Brandon Campbell and Joe Tester.
    Honorary pallbearers were Danny Newman and Ray Embs.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Monday, July 6, 2020

    Shirley Smyth Hall, 83, widow of Clyde Hall, passed away at her home Monday, July 6, 2020.
    Mrs. Hall was a native of Estill County, a daughter of the late Edward and Myrtle Hall Smyth. She was a retired employee of Carhartt, Inc.
    Survivors include her son, Jeff Hall; her daughter, Rena Hall; her step-son, Angelo Hall (Marilyn); her grandchildren: Amanda Morris (Joel) and Julia Harrison; a step-grandson, Bryson Reese (Kelly); her great grandchildren: Molly, Lily, Oliver, Cora, and Katelyn Morris; and a great, great granddaughter, Vanessa Reese-Harrison; and several brothers and sisters; as well as many nieces and nephews.
    Services will be held at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals, 1:00 p.m., Thursday, July 9, 2020. Burial will follow in the Cobb Hill Cemetery. Friends may call after 11:00 a.m., Thursday, until service time at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers will be Steve Miller, Brad Wilson, Bob Cornelison, Bryson Reese, and Skip Johnson.

Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals

  Monday, July 6, 2020

    Fairy Isaacs Barnes, age 70, of Mount Scratchum Road in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Monday, July 6, 2020, at the Baptist Health Hospital in Richmond, following a long illness.
    She was born December 21, 1949 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late John and Nancy Gray Isaacs. She was a farmer and a retired Carhartt, Inc. employee. She was a member of the South Irvine Baptist Church.
    Mrs. Barnes is survived by her husband, Gary Lynn Barnes; two daughters: Rosa Lea Barnes (Ralph), Winchester; and Alana Rene Ginter (Matthew), Richmond; one brother, Wayne Douglas Isaacs, Irvine; six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
    Funeral services were conducted Thursday, July 9, 2020, 11:00 a.m., at the South Irvine Baptist Church by Bro. Donnie Burford. Burial will be at the Scrivner Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Wednesday, July 8th at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home and after 10:00 a.m., Thursday at the Church.
    Pallbearers were Matthew Ginter, Frank Barnes, Aaron Alsip, Robert Downs, David Ginter and Wesley Ginter.

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