Sunday, August 16, 2020

    Roy Duane McKinney, age 53, of Jolly Ridge Road in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2020, at his home following a short illness.
    He was born May 3, 1967 in Estill County and was the son of the late Roy Wallace and Ida Tuggle McKinney. He was a Kokoku Rubber Company employee and had lived in Madison County the past 5 years.
    Mr. McKinney is survived by his wife, Karen Faith McKinney; and one sister, Tammy Diane Curtis, Madison County.
    He was preceded in death by a sister, Violet Osborne.
    Friends may call between 6 and 9 p.m., Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home. Private services will be held with burial at the Tuggle Cemetery.

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  Wednesday, August 12, 2020

    Billy Ray Wright passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at his home in Richmond, Kentucky, after battling leukemia. He was 77 years old.
    He was born on February 6, 1943 in Hickman County, Tennessee to James McKinley Wright and Susie Lampley Wright. He was the 6th of six children and proudly described as being the only one to have experienced indoor plumbing. His older brother thought he was a bit spoiled because of this.
    Bill supposedly joined the United States Army at the age of 16, before it was legal to do so. At least that’s how the story goes and as he would say, “never let the facts get in the way of a good story”.
    After discharge from the army, Bill moved to Nashville where he met Christine Terry. He described Christine as the smartest person in any room and his great partner in romance and all-time favorite running buddy. They married soon after meeting and remained so until the end for 56 years.
    They had three children together: Olivia Rae Wright, Billy Lucas Wright and Lorah Lee Shackelford. He had three grandchildren: Sarah Rae Shackelford, Grace Ellen Korthuis, and Thomas Jacob Shackelford. He also had two great grandchildren, Keegan Kendrick Layne and Kamryn Kobe Layne. Bill was proud of his family and frequently expressed gratitude that his kids all married well. He claimed his own marrying well was his saving grace. Bill loved playing golf, UK basketball, John Prine, Freakonomics, Siesta Key, short sleeved shirts with a pocket and pondering the universe. He was a committed husband and father and seemed invincible to his children. His wife called him her hero. He was witty yet wise, and every room seemed brighter with him in it. He was vibrant. He was a loyal friend and confidant. He was loaded with integrity and trusted by all. He was the kind of guy people liked telling their troubles and secrets to, knowing he would never judge or betray them. He believed people were complex and all had a story to tell. He believed the company you keep matters. After all, “you can’t soar with the eagles, if you run with the turkeys.” He was intelligent and curious. He wanted to know how things worked and why people did what they did. He read from all sources and most importantly, he listened. He was also a keen business man. He believed compound interest was the 8th wonder of the world. As a father, he was loving and kind and managed to make us all feel like we were secretly his favorite. He encouraged us to be our best selves no matter the circumstance. He led by example. He would talk about giving himself a “do better” talk if he did not meet his own self-imposed expectations. In an effort to make his kids better basketball shooters, he created a basketball hoop to be slightly smaller and welded it to the backboard for practice at home. It actually worked on two of the three kids. He advised shooting for the stars if you wanted to make it to the moon. He was also a fierce competitor and his children’s greatest honor was beating him at something. Corn hole, ping pong, golf, nothing was off limits. He once hit a hole in one only to be matched by is son on the same hole, at the same course a year later. Our hat’s off to you Luke. He was a model of hard work yet knew how to enjoy himself, he was strong and self-reliant, yet generous and accepted all around him as they were. He was a loyal and loving father and husband. He left us too soon.
    Oldham, Roberts and Powell Funeral Home of Richmond is in charge of arrangements.

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  Saturday, August 15, 2020

    Phoebe Noland, age 95, of Brookview Drive in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2020, at the Compassionate Care Center following a long illness.
    She was born June 1, 1925 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late John Henry and Bertha Babb Crowe. She was a retired Westinghouse employee and a member of the Bybee Methodist Church. She had lived in Madison County most of her life.
    Mrs. Noland was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Pryse Noland.
    She is survived by two daughters: Johnetta Barger, Madison County; and Kathy Cosby, Anderson County; two sons: John Reed and David Noland, both of Madison County; one sister, Marilyn Miracle, Fayette County; five grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.
    Mrs. Noland was preceded in death by a daughter, Cheryl Lynn Noland; four sisters: Minnie Crowe, Lorene Allen, Alice Crowe, and Elsa Edwards; and five brothers: Eugene, Ernest, Harry, Herman and Wilbur Crowe.
    Private funeral services will be conducted.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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  Wednesday, August 12, 2020

    Karen Marie Powell, age 42, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away at her home on Wednesday, August 12, 2020.
    She was born December 14, 1977 in Estill County, and was the daughter of the late Ruby Powell and the late Johnny Sams. She was a chemistry lab instructor at Eastern Kentucky University where she was also an alumna. She enjoyed teaching at EKU and was pursuing her Masters in Arts of Teaching at Cumberland University. Education was an important thing in Karen’s life. She graduated from Estill County High School in 1996 where she was Salutatorian. She was an avid reader and enjoyed playing cards and games and spending time with her family and friends.
    Karen is survived by three sisters, Debbie, Missy and Gail; two nieces, Wendy Long (Brandon) and Becky Barnes (Brian); a nephew, David Baker (Kristi) that she thought of as a sibling; five great nieces, Kaylee Barnes, Jayci Long, Hannah Baker, Sara Baker and Becca Long; and two great nephews, Dyllon Long and Noah Baker. She had a special relationship with Dyllon, Jayci and Becca. She is also survived by three aunts, Ethel Willis, Susie Dixon and Lullie Dixon; and one uncle, Johnny Dixon.
    She was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Sallie Powell and Artie Sams.
    Karen was kind, beautiful, loving, funny and smart and was the rock of support for many in her family. She will be sadly missed but fondly remembered.
    Private services will be held at a later date.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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  Tuesday, August 11, 2020

    Leona Puckett age 92, of Winchester, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at the Windsor Care Center in Mount Sterling.
    She was born July 18, 1928 in Estill County to William Henry and Irean Clem Puckett. She was a former Home Health Technician and a member of the Bethel Assembly of God.
    Leona is survived by two daughters: Rhonda Mundy of Winchester and Marie Burns of Louisville; and fifteen grandchildren.
    She was preceded in death by her husband, Landwell Puckett; a son, Tommy Puckett; a daughter, Mary Puckett; three brothers, Orville, Harvey and Wilbur Puckett; and a sister, Lorraine Miller.
    A graveside memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 15, 2020 at the Puckett Cemetery, 592 Puckett Road, in Irvine.
    Grayson Funeral Home of Clay City and Irvine is in charge of services.

Grayson Funeral Home

  Tuesday, August 11, 2020

    Bev James Means, age 74, of Brassfield Road of Richmond, Kentucky, died on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at Baptist Health-Lexington Hospital.
    He was born in Estill County, on March 6, 1946 to Orbin Ray and Lola Hale Means, both of whom preceded him in death. Beverly was a retired Farmer and was of the Pentecostal Faith.
    Survivors include four sons: Eddie Means of Richmond, Ronnie Means of Irvine, Frankie Means of Flemingsburg, and Joshua Means of Morehead; three daughters: Wanda Payne of Alabama, Angel Clary and Shanda Means, both of Mt. Sterling; three brothers: Hubert Means, Wendall Means and Bruce Means; three sisters: Vickie Singleton, Bernice Henderson and Mary Hurt; and numerous grandchildren and great greatgrandchildren.
    He was preceded in death by a son, James Ray Means; a daughter, Donna Kay Barnett; and siblings, Johnnie Means, Roger Means, Nannie McElroy, and Steve Alan Means.
    Graveside services for Beverly will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, August 13, 2020 at the Flatwoods Cemetery with Bro. Waltes Lee officiating the service.
    Pallbearers will be Josh Means, Frankie Means, Marco Martin, Billy Ormes Jr., Dakota McCoy and Michael Biggs.
    Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Hurt and Justin Means.
    Oldham, Roberts and Powell Funeral Home of Richmond is in charge of arrangements.

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  Sunday, August 9, 2020

    Wayne Wiseman, age 81, of Winchester Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2020, at the Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital following a long illness.
    He was born December 20, 1938 in Estill County and was the son of the late Charlie and Annie Powell Wiseman. He was a retired mason and attended the Stacy Lane Pentecostal Church. He had lived in Estill County all his life.
    Mr. Wiseman was preceded in death by his wife, Alma Belle Gross Wiseman.
    He is survived by five daughters: Orpha Jo Oliver (Sidney Jr.), Doris Ann Edmonson (Larry), both of Estill County; Reva Darlene Robinson (Mike), Greenup County; Sandra Sue Chaney, Estill County; and Mary Kay Agee (Rick), Madison County; eight grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and four great, great grandchildren.
    Mr. Wiseman was preceded in death by one grandson, one great grandson, five sisters and four brothers.
    Friends may call between 6 and 9 p.m., Tuesday, August 11, 2020, at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home. Private funeral services will be held with burial at the Sunset Memorial Gardens.
    Pallbearers will be Jeff Oliver, Greg Pell, Glen Johnson, John McKinney, Darrell Estes and Jayden Estes.
    Honorary pallbearer is Dalton Estes.

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  Saturday, August 8, 2020

    JoNell “Jane” Barnes, age 76, of Cynthiana, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2020 at her residence.
    She was born in Estill County on November 19, 1943 to the late Jesse Benjamin and Bessie McCoy Watson.
    Besides her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Bob Barnes; two sons: Jeff Barnes and Mike Barnes; one daughter, Darlene Jones; three brothers: Gaylord Watson, Benjamin “Benny” Watson, and Eddie Watson; and two grandchildren: Kimberly Barnes and Vanessa Jones.
    She is survived by one daughter, Peggy S. Taylor (Jason); two brothers: Jimmy Watson and Duwayne Watson; two sisters: Patsy Powell (Buddy) and Barbara Cole; five grandchildren: Dylan, Matthew, and Makayla Taylor; Sarah Jo Barnes and Rebecca Jones Warner (Anthony); four great grandchildren: Mackenzie Fightmaster, Bayler Warner, Owen Warner, and Addilynn Marsh; and a special friend, Glen Thacker.
    A graveside service will be conducted on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Beard Cemetery, KY-32 North at Renaker in Harrison County, with Bro. Kevin Strausbaugh officiating.
    Pallbearers will be Anthony Warner, Dylan Taylor, Jason Taylor, Matthew Taylor, Brandon Dees, and Sandy Barnes.
    Arrangements are by Ware Funeral Home of Cynthiana.

Ware Funeral Home

  Friday, August 7, 2020

    Nathaniel Ryan Brezeale, 29, Nicholasville, Kentucky, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020.
    He was born in Richmond, Kentucky on December 19, 1990 to Gail Nevil Rawlins and Grady Brezeale.
    In addition to his parents, he is survived by his son, Luke Ryan Brezeale; brothers, Steven Brezeale (Holly), David Brezeale, and Daniel Brezeale; and the mother of his son, Steffany Dodson.
    Private family services will be held at Clark Legacy Center.

Clark Legacy Center

  Friday, August 7, 2020

    Sherman David Alcorn, age 59, of Mountain Crest in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020, at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, after a short illness.
    He was born October 20, 1960 in Dayton, Ohio and was the son of the late Sherman and Blanche Rawlins Alcorn. He served in the United States Army and United States Marine Corps. He was a former employee of the Estill County Road Department.
    Mr. Alcorn was preceded in death by his wife, Angela Jean Tussey Alcorn.
    He is survived by three daughters: Ashley Townsend (Jason), McKee; Cortney Mitchell (Ronald), Irvine; and Tiffany Alcorn, Florida; one son, Jeramie Alcorn, Irvine; two brothers: Floyd Alcorn, Irvine; and Ronnie Alcorn (Kris), Illinois; and eight grandchildren.
    Memorial services will be held at a later date.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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  Thursday, August 6, 2020

    Israel Shane Mills, age 38, of Old Landing Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020, at the University of Louisville Hospital.
    He was born March 8, 1982 in Fayette County and was the son of Langford Ray Mills and Janie Carol Martin Mosley. He was a construction worker and a member of the Rice Station Christian Church. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.
    Survivors in addition to his father and mother include two daughters: Brooklyn Mills and Bridget Mills, both of Lancaster; one sister, Amanda Beth Gerber, Georgetown; and his girlfriend, Sara Reed, Louisville.
    He was preceded in death by one daughter, Brianna Mills.
    Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Saturday, August 8, 2020, at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home. Private funeral services were conducted Sunday, August 9th by Bro. Larry McIntosh at the funeral home. Burial was at the West Irvine Cemetery.
    Pallbearers were Steven Stamper, Anthony Martin, Dustin Gerber, Taylor Gerber, Jason Davis, Billy Chaney and Billy Eldridge.
    Honorary pallbearers were Sonny Deaton, Kenny Townsend, Dave Owen, Danielle Crouch, Mahar Kassis, Anthony Arvin, Ben Fowler, Roger Smith, John Nutter, Jimmy Adams, and Raelyn Emmert.

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  Thursday, August 6, 2020

    Doris Marie Hardy, age 96, of Mockingbird Lane in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020, at her home following a short illness.
    She was born October 3, 1923 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Sherman Lee and Cordelia Doutaz Crawford. She was a retired Postmaster and a member of the Rice Station Christian Church. She had lived in Estill County all her life.
    Mrs. Hardy was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Thomas Hardy, Jr.
    She is survived by two sons: Butch Hardy (Brenda) and Pepper Hardy (Joyce), both of Estill County; one sister, Jean Whitaker, Madison County; four grandchildren: Michelle H. Osborne (Greg), Michael T. Hardy (Anissa), Jennifer Hall (Matthew) and Mark Hardy (Leslie); and 13 great grandchildren.
    Mrs. Hardy was preceded in death by her brothers, William S. and Walter Crawford.
    Friends may call between 6 and 9 p.m., Friday, August 7, 2020 at the Rice Station Christian Church. Due to Covid-19, private funeral services were held on Saturday at the church with Bro. Joe Hall officiating. Burial was at the West Irvine Cemetery.
    Pallbearers were Hudson Hardy, Mark Hardy, Gabe Hall, Matthew Hall, Will Sharp, Brandon Osborne, Greg Osborne, Berkley Hardy, and Michael Hardy.
    Honorary pallbearers were William Park Hardy, Donald Hardy, Gary Hardy and Ray Harold Hardy.
    In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Rice Station Christian Church.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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  Wednesday, August 5, 2020

    Brenda Kay Bailey, 55, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at her home.
    Brenda was born on July 7, 1965 in Estill County. She was the daughter of Rosie Marie Conner and the late Foister Duke Brinegar. She worked in housekeeping at Telford Terrace and was of the Christian faith. She loved being with her family and friends.
    Survivors include her mother, Rosie Marie Brinegar; four sons, Robert Todd Brinegar (Tiffany Whitaker), Herbert Gary Bailey III, both of Richmond, Jonathan Bailey of Illinois, and Jeffrey Duke Brinegar of Richmond; four daughters, Ashley Brinegar (Jerry Hamilton), Carrie Houck (Tyler Houck), Gerrie Bailey, and Chassity Brinegar, all of Richmond; eight grandchildren, Hailie, Jordan, Taylen, Caylee, June, Calie Kay, Chloe, and Kingston; one brother, Anthony Brinegar; two sisters, Tonya Sue Abrams and Crystal Luster; and four special friends, Cindy Hollins, Kim Johnson, Betty Henry, and Connie Abaunza.
    In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her fiancé, Lonnie Charles Lewis.
    A funeral service for Brenda will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home, 1110 Barnes Mill Road, Richmond. Burial will follow in the McIntosh Cemetery at Green’s Crossing.
    Pallbearers will be Robert Brinegar, Herbert Bailey, Jeff Brinegar, Jerry Hamilton, Jordan Bailey, and Taylen Brinegar.
    Visitation will be from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at the funeral home.
    In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to help with funeral expenses.

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  Sunday, August 2, 2020

    Edith Hall, age 95, of Dayton, Ohio, formerly of Cobb Hill, Kentucky passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 2, 2020, while surrounded by her loving family.
    She was born the daughter of Lemon V. & Mary Ellen Hall Stamper on October 22, 1924 in Estill County, Kentucky.
    Edith is preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Ray Hall; parents; sisters: Lodena Sowder, Ovalene Pendergast, and Jewel Johnson; and brothers: Glenn, Shirley, and Ray Stamper.
    She is survived by her daughters: Vera Fields (Jack), Rita Kelly, both of Fairborn, Ohio; Sherry Walters of Vandalia, Ohio; and Theresa Fields (David) of Dayton, Ohio; sons: Timothy R. Hall of Eaton, Ohio and Kerry M. Hall of Michigan; 17 grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren, 16 great, great grandchildren, and a host of nephews, nieces and friends.
    Edith was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be missed by all of those who love her. Edith was a faithful follower of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and was a long-time member of New Life Apostolic Church in Irvine.
    Friends may call on Thursday, August 6, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals, 224 Main Street, Irvine, Kentucky where a funeral service will be held at 1:00 .m. with Pastor Ken Majors officiating. Interment will follow in the Cobb Hill Cemetery.

Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals

  Saturday, August 1, 2020

    Clayton Timothy Caudill, son of Nannie Kate Caudill and the late Arthur Lee Caudill was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 23, 1980 and departed this life on August 1, 2020 in Richmond, Kentucky at the age of 40 years, 1 month, and 8 days. He was a carpenter by trade and a member of Faith Baptist Church.
    In addition to his mother, Katie; Clayton is survived by his very special lady, Amanda Tackett of Richmond; four children, Chase Ross, Selena Willis, Kristen Caudill, and Shane Tackett Caudill; four brothers and sisters, Arthur Caudill, Jr. of Beattyville, Cynthia Jean Willis (Mike), Outer Banks, North Carolina; William Charles Caudill (Crystal) of Dayton, Ohio; and Sherry Burton (Mark) Ironton, Ohio; two granddaughters and a host of other relatives and friends.
    Clayton was preceded in death by his father.
    Funeral services were private.
    Newnam Funeral Home of Beattyville was in charge of arrangements.

Newnam Funeral Home

  Wednesday, August 5, 2020

    Ida Mae Mansfield, age 96, of Kirksville Road in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at the Compassionate Care Center following a long illness.
    She was born May 25, 1924 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Joe Mack and Jenetta Rawlins Rader. She was a homemaker and a member of the Ravenna Church of God. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
    Mrs. Mansfield is survived by five daughters: Phyllis Adair (Johny), Florida; Von Joy Norris (Tom), Richmond; Colleen Thomas (Randall) Vydra Kirby (Jerry), and Cheryl Arvin, all of Irvine; three sons: Dwight Mansfield (Rhonda), Irvine; Dolphus Mansfield (Kathy), Georgia; and Anthony Mansfield, Irvine; one sister, Jenette Washburn, Ohio; 18 grandchildren: Tammy Tipton, Trina Reffett, Kristy Tackett, Ransom Adair, Candace Adair, Vanessa Payne, Nicole Mansfield, Randi Slusser, Ralden Mansfield, Suzanne Dziegiel, Colin Thomas, Kelly Thomas, Erica Thomas, Billie Neil, Matthew Kirby, Lance Hager, Krystal McNally, Rachel Mansfield, and Nivra Lainhart; several great grandchildren and several great, great grandchildren.
    She was preceded in death by two sons, Darrell Cox and Dexter Mansfield; and several brothers and sisters.
    Funeral services were conducted Monday, August 10, 2020 at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Willie Gordon. Burial was at the Oakdale Cemetery. Friends called from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home
    Pallbearers were Nivra Lainhart, Matthew Kirby, Ransom Adair, Casey Tipton, Cody Means, Stephen Conrad, Jacob Conrad, and Chris Tipton.
    Honorary pallbearer was Colin Thomas.

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  Sunday, August 2, 2020

    Richard Darren Kelley, age 54, of Dry Ridge Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020, at the Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital following a short illness.
    He was born July 20, 1966 in Lee County and was the son of Jessie Mae Lamb Kelley Neal and the late Robert Stanley Kelley. He was an employee of the Lexington Quarry and was a member of the Shriners. He had lived in Estill County all his life. At his death, he gave the gift of life through organ donation.
    Mr. Kelley is survived by his wife, Wilma Lee Sparks Kelley; two daughters: April Harrison and Clarissa Harrison, both of Estill County; three sisters: Agnes Faye Ross (Donald), Rhonda Riley, both of Estill County; and Jennifer Brewer (Brian), Wolfe County; three brothers: Billy Kelley (Loretta), Jimmy Brown Kelley and Stanley Ray Kelley (Sharon), all of Estill County; three grandchildren: Brooklyn Crowe, Charlee Crowe and Taylor Williams; several nieces and nephews and a host of special cousins and friends
    Friends may call between 6 and 9 p.m., Thursday, August 6, 2020, at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held at a later date.
    In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Shriners Hospitals for Children.

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