Tuesday, February 16, 2021

    Kenneth Lee Stevens, age 63, of Richmond, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at his home in Richmond, in the arms of his loving wife.
    Kenny, as he was known to his family and friends, was born in Richmond, Kentucky on December 16, 1957. He worked for 27 years for Kentucky Eagle Beer Distributors as a Sales Administrator/Computer Technician. In his free time, Kenny enjoyed playing the Lead Guitar for his band, One Night Stand, and enjoyed photography, flying his drone, looking at the stars and working outside in his yard and garden. He was a member of Cedar Grove United Methodist Church in Irvine.
    Survivors include his wife (love of his life) of 28 years, Joy Craft Stevens; his children, Sean (Kayla), Brian, Mandy (Austin), Taylan, as well as two whom he helped raise and considered his daughters, Kayla and Makayleigh; one sister, Vicki Whitaker (Dean); and five grandchildren, Whitney, Laken, Kennedie, Gavin and Madeline.
    He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Stevens; his mother, Helen Garrett Rhodes; and one brother, Harold “Buddy” Stevens.
    Funeral Services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at the Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home, 328 West Main Street, Richmond, with Minister Norma Patterson officiating. Burial will follow in the Madison County Memorial Gardens.
    The service may be viewed via a live-stream webcast which available on the Combs, Parsons & Collins page beginning at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers will be Sean, Brian, Austin, Noah, Mandy, and Kayla.

Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home

  Saturday, February 20, 2021

    Lloyd Bowles, age 70, of Sarvice Hollow in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021, at his home.
    He was born July 17, 1950 in Estill County and was the son of the late Robert Lee and Samantha Fox Bowles. He was a retired construction worker and a member of the Barnes Mountain Baptist Mission. He had lived in Estill County all his life.
    Mr. Bowles is survived by his daughter, Julie Anne Bowles, Estill County; two sisters: Gena Bowles, Estill County; and Sarah Bunch, Madison County; and two brothers: Michael Bowles and Ledford Bowles, both of Estill County.
    He was preceded in death by three sisters, Gladys Stepp, Peggy Murphy and Eva Conrad.
    Graveside services will be conducted Wednesday, February 24, 2021, 12:00 Noon, by Bro. Jerry Rose at the Sparks Cemetery.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Saturday, February 20, 2021

    William Nelson “Bill” Marcum, age 55, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021 of lung cancer at his home.
    He was born in Dayton, Ohio on January 16, 1966 to Delfia Regina Crowe Marcum and the late Lonnie Wallace Marcum. He was a horticulturist and worked on a horse farm. He was also a member of the Norseman’s Bike Club.
    Mr. Marcum is survived by his mother, two daughters, Samantha Denise Barnett (Brett) and Delfia K. Marcum (Cory Brock); three grandchildren, Connor Barnett, Zaelynn Ross, and Wyatt Barnett; one sister, Kathryn Regina West (Johnny); several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and best friend, Amanda Hatton.
    He was preceded in death by his father, Lonnie Wallace Marcum, and a brother, Tommy Lee Marcum Sr.
    Services will be at 3:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at Scobee Funeral Home, 219 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester. Burial will follow in the Townsend Cemetery in Powell County. Visitation will be from 1:00 until time of service.
    Pallbearers will be Jr. Watkins, Casey Dearing, Cory Brock, Brett Barnett, Johnny West, and Ryan Clem.

Scobee Funeral Home

  Thursday evening, February 18, 2021

    William Russell Baker, age 80, of Richmond, Kentucky, the husband of Mona Sue Tudor Baker, passed away Thursday evening, February 18, 2021.
    Russell was born on July 10, 1940 in Richmond, the son of the late John and Anna Lee Story Baker. He was a retired store keeper having owned and operated Bakers Quick Stop Market. He was of The Pentecostal Holiness faith.
    Survivors, in addition to his wife Mona, include three children: Russell “Short” Baker and Gail Coffey (Wade), both of Richmond; and Vickie McCollum (Ted) of Nicholasville; seven grandchildren: Melissa Curry (Justin), William Ratliff (Ashley), Palace Ratliff (Whitney), Karen Eades, Angie Snyder (Sammy), Shawn McCollum (Kristen) and Aubrey Fike (Weston); his siblings: Nancy Redmond of Frankfort, Evelyn Riddell of Irvine, Brenda Rose (Dennis), James “Bodie” Baker and Mason Baker (Shirley) all of Nicholasville, and Ricky Baker (Judy) of Frankfort; fourteen great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Marcus Kyle McCollum; and three siblings: Clay Baker, Rosie Baker and Joyce Thompson.
    Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at The Cartersville Holiness Church, 410 Copper Creek Road, Berea, Kentucky with Rev. Charlie Wilson and Rev. Bruce Alcorn officiating. Burial will follow at Madison Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 5-8 P.M. Monday evening at church.
    Pallbearers are Shawn McCollum, William Ratliff, Palace Ratliff, Justin Curry, Weston Fike and Robert Riley.
    Honorary pallbearers are Wade Coffey and Ted McCollum.
    The Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home

  Sunday, February 21, 2021

    Ronald Lincoln Abney, age 50, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021 at his home.
    He was born October 23, 1970 in Estill County to the late Ronnel Lynn Abney and Debra McKinney Crabtree.
    Survivors include his mother, Debra McKinney Crabtree, Stanton; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
    He was preceded in death by his father, Ronnel Lynn Abney; a brother, Wallace Keith Abney; and a sister, Jennifer McPhearson.
    Services will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Davis & Davis Funeral Home, 777 West College Avenue, Stanton. Visitation is on Tuesday after 12:00 Noon. Burial will be in Kennon Cemetery with Jimmy Dale McKinney, Glen McKinney, Douglas McKinney, Vaulty Tyree, Brian Weldi, and Jessica Tyree serving as pallbearers.

Davis & Davis Funeral Home

  Wednesday, February 17, 2021

    Danny McIntosh, age 70, of Ravenna, Kentucky, husband of Sharon Lynch McIntosh, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at the Marcum and Wallace Hospital in Irvine.
    He was born in Estill County, February 21, 1950 to Pleasant and Murdell Cox McIntosh. He was a member of the Irvine Free Methodist Church and worked for Carhartt Inc. for 45 years.
    Mr. McIntosh is survived by his wife, Sharon Lynch McIntosh; a son, Danny P. McIntosh (Glenna); a daughter, Michelle Tipton (Erin); four grandchildren: Danny Glenn McIntosh, Nolan McIntosh, Keithen Tipton, and Hannah Tipton; and a brother, Jerry McIntosh.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Pleasant and Murdell McIntosh; three brothers: David McIntosh, Kyle McIntosh, and Allen McIntosh; and two sisters: Faye Patrick and Ruth Henry.
    A celebration of life will be held at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, February 21, 2021 at the Irvine Free Methodist Church.
    Grayson Funeral Home is in charge.

Grayson Funeral Home Irvine

  Wednesday, February 17, 2021

    Robert "Bobby" Thorpe Jr., the husband of Irene Hoover Thorpe of Beattyville, Kentucky, and the son of the late Robert and Amanda Bush Thorpe, was born in Torrent, Kentucky on June 23, 1935 and departed this life in Beattyville on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at the age of 85 years, 7 months and 25 days.
    Mr. Thorpe was a retired payroll clerk for the Wiser Oil Company where he worked for over 40 years, loved playing golf and was an original founder and member of the Beattyville Country Club, and was a member of the Beattyville Christian Church.
    In addition to his wife, Irene, Mr. Thorpe is survived by his brother, William Thorpe of Georgetown; his granddaughter, Joy Tirey Brown (Rian) of Morehead; his son-in-law, Charles Tirey of Beattyville; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
    Mr. Thorpe was preceded in death by a daughter, Erma Thorpe Tirey; a sister, Erma Thorpe Combs; and a brother, Norwood Thorpe.
    Visitation will be held Monday, February 22, 2021, from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 p.m. at Beattyville Christian Church, 112 Locust Street in Beattyville. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. and will be officiated by Bro. Ken Ward. Burial will be in the Riverview Cemetery.
    Newnam Funeral Home of Beattyville is in charge of arrangements.

Newnam Funeral Home

  Sunday, February 14, 2021

    Betty Maxine Brock, age 88, widower of William C. Brock of Richmond, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021.
    Born August 30, 1932 in Estill County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Franklin and Stella Winkler Stone. Betty was a former employee at Westinghouse and a member of the Waco Baptist Church.
    In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband.
    She is survived by her son, David Brock (April) of Berea; three grandchildren, Kelly Adkins, Vanessa Hurt, Christopher Brock; seven great grandchildren, Shelby Wright, Blake Selvey, Tryesten Hurt, Max Hurt, Kye Taylor, Ethan and Hayley Brock; and one great, great grandchild, Zachary Wright.
    Private graveside services officiated by Brother David Johnson will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at Memorial Gardens. Burial will be in Memorial Gardens with members of the Waco Baptist Church serving as active pallbearers.
    Arrangements by Lewis-Abner Funeral Home.

Lewis-Abner Funeral Home

  Friday, February 12, 2021

    Leslie Edward "Les" Black, age 93, passed on to his heavenly home on Friday, February 12, 2021, in Louisville, Kentucky, with his family by his side. He was born in Irvine, Kentucky, on May 3, 1927.
    Mr. Black was preceded in death by his parents, William L. and Nell Gum Black; two brothers, William P. and Thomas “Pete” Black; and a niece, Susan B. Webster.
    He is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 72 years, Ruth Boian Black; a daughter, Lisa Black Blair, a son, William Black (Karen), and a daughter, Tina Kilcourse (Tommy), all of Louisville; and by his grandchildren, Trevor, Emily, Kaitlin, Julia, Chris, Lindsey and six great grandchildren.
    A World War II veteran of the United States Navy, Les graduated from the University of Kentucky School of Engineering in 1950 and later earned his master’s degree from the University of Louisville Speed School of Engineering. Les retired from the Naval Ordnance Station-Louisville (NOSL), as Technical Director, after 29 years. After a brief retirement, he founded Ordnance Systems Engineering Associates (OSEA), a Department of Defense contractor.
    An active community member, Les faithfully served St. Paul United Methodist Church, Kilwinning #506 (Chaplain Emeritus and 70+ year member), Louisville DeMolay commandry #12 (Past Commander, Past Grand Commander and Treasurer), Scottish Rite (33rd degree), Red Cross of Constantine, Kosair Shrine Temple, Louisville Council #4, King Solomon #5, York Rite College, Knights Templar of Kentucky, Society of Past Masters of Central Kentucky, and Sons of the American Revolution.
    Les loved his family, reading, genealogy, water sports and was a devoted FAN of University of Kentucky football and basketball, and of Chicago Cubs baseball. He traveled the globe, including all over his beloved United States, and gave his children the world. The most wonderful husband, love, father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend, and hero we will ever know. Rest easy, Dad, you sing with angels now!
    A private service will be held at a later date. He will be laid to rest at Resthaven Memorial Park, Louisville.
    In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial gifts be made to St Paul United Methodist Church, 2000 Douglass Blvd., Louisville, KY 40205 or Knights Templar Eye Foundation Inc. 1033 Long Prairie Road, Suite 5, Flower Mound, TX 75022-4230

Highlands Funeral Home

  Thursday, February 11, 2021

    Robert Lee “Bob” Robinson, age 79, of Jeffersonville, Kentucky, died Thursday, February 11, 2021 at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington.
    He is survived by his wife, Nancy Bratton Robinson, to whom he was married for over fifty years; a brother, Henry Logan Wallace, Lexington; a sister, Elizabeth Scott (Dan), Virginia; two nieces, Cynthia Scott LaPane and Heather Venable Hensley; and several great nieces, nephews, and cousins.
    He was preceded in death by a sister, Linda Venable, Virginia.
    Bob was the son of the late Oliver Robinson and the late Ida Belle Robinson Wallace. He was retired from the insurance business where he was a life insurance manager and agent, much of his career at Life of Georgia Insurance Company in Lexington. He had earned the designation of LUTCF (Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow), CLU (Chartered Life Underwriter) and several other acknowledgements and awards. He also was a Kentucky Colonel. Bob served in the United States Air Force as a military police officer from 1959 to 1963. He was a beloved member of the Winchester Seventh-day Adventist Church. He loved music and was a talented guitar player and often sang in church and with various musical groups.
    Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home by Pastor Kevin Burk and Pastor Tom Kyser with music provided by Lisa and Hanna Rector and pianist Melia Schmidt. Burial was at the Sunset Memorial Gardens.
    Pallbearers were Andrew Schmidt, David Ritchie, Jacob Alcorn, John Alcorn, Kevin Burk and Tom Kyser.
    Honorary pallbearers were Henry L. Wallace, Dan Scott, Dan Alcorn and the members of the Winchester Adventist Church.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Friday, February 12, 2021

    Melvin Howard, widower of Virginia Stephens Howard, passed away on Friday, February 12, 2021 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. He was 88.
    Born December 29, 1932 in Salyersville, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Estell and Gladys Ward Howard.
    Melvin was a member of Clintonville Christian Church where he served as Sunday School teacher, deacon, and Elder Emeritus. Melvin was a retired elementary principal. He was principal at Pilot View and Trapp Elementary Schools. He was also a member of the Clark County Retired Teachers Association. Melvin was a former member of the Winchester Planning and Zoning Committee for a number of years. He was also a United States Army veteran and licensed tank operator.
    Melvin is survived by one daughter, Donna Hewson (Mark); one son, Harold Howard (Sheila); three grandchildren: Allen Hewson (Katie), Ashley Ballard (Hubert), and Austin Howard (Sarah); five great grandchildren: Tatum Ann and Kennedy Mae Howard, Lillian Steele Hewson, and Jacob and Jacqueline Ballard; two brothers: Loyd Howard (Kay) of Winchester, and Jerry Howard (Sarah) of Salyersville; three sisters: Betty Barnett (Robert) of Salyersville, Mary Sue Dyer (Hetzel) of Ypsilanti, Michigan; and Linda Montgomery (Harold) of Salyersville; one aunt, Alice Howard of Mt. Sterling; in laws, Denzil Stephens (Allene) of Jacksonville, Florida; and Clinton Stephens of Port Clinton, Ohio; numerous cousins and a number of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great, great nieces and nephews.
    In addition to his wife and parents, Melvin was preceded by his brother, Estell Howard, Jr.; a sister-in-law, Etha Howard; and nephews, Edison and Rick Howard.
    Services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Scobee Funeral Home, 219 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester, by Rev. Chuck Kemp. Burial will be in the Winchester Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until time of service on Wednesday.

Hearne Funeral Home Inc.

  Saturday, February 13, 2021

    Gaylord Rogers, age 87, widower of Shirley Rogers of Stanton, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2021.
    Born February 17, 1933 in Powell County, Kentucky, he was the son of the late W. I. and Beatrice Brandenburg Rogers. Gaylord was a former oil well driller with Wiser Oil Company and member of Stanton First Church of God. He was a hard worker and was always there to help people.
    In addition to his parents and wife, he was also preceded in death by his son, David Rogers.
    Mr. Rogers is survived by his son, Richard Rogers (Sharon) of Irvine; a stepdaughter, Janet Lynn Carroll of Stanton; one brother, Clayton Rogers of Bowen; two sisters, Clota Rogers of Stanton and Millie Rogers of Furnace Junction, Ravenna; six grandchildren: Kyle Rogers, Casey Rogers, Darla Thompson, Jessica Taylor, Josh Carroll and Chris Carroll; and seven great grandchildren: C. J. Rogers, Skyler Rogers, Barydon Thompson, Chloe Carroll, Clair Rogers, Corban Rogers and Jaxon Rogers.
    Funeral services officiated by Bro. Anthony Molihan will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton. Visitation begins at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 16th at the funeral home. Burial will be in Resthaven Cemetery with Kyle Rogers, Casey Rogers, C. J. Rogers, Forest Lee Hunter, Steve Rogers and Josh Carroll serving as active pallbearers.

Hearne Funeral Home Inc.

  Friday, February 12, 2021

    Anita Faye Jones, age 92, a resident of the Irvine Nursing & Rehabilitation Center passed away Friday, February 12, 2021, at her home following a long illness.
    She was born August 2, 1928 in Madison County and was the daughter of the late Ernest and Ethel Bryant Crowe. She was a homemaker and drove the Book Mobile for 25 years until her retirement. She was a member of the River Drive Christian Church and had lived in Estill County most of her life.
    Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Columbus Jones.
    She is survived by one daughter, Marion Carpenter, Winchester; four sons: Timothy Karl Jones (Patricia), Richmond; Gary Jones (Sandy), Texas; Scott Jones (Joann), Irvine; and Tom Jones (Susie), Florida; a daughter-in-law, Alexia Jones, Elizabethtown; one brother, Leo Crowe, Alabama; 12 grandchildren and several great grandchildren
    Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her son, Terry Jones; and four siblings, Pansy Gross, Sybil Jones, Bazel Crowe and Elmo Crowe.
    Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 17, 2021, 11:00 a.m., at the River Drive Christian Church. Visitation was held Tuesday, February 16th from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home and after 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, at the Church. Burial was at the South Irvine Cemetery.
    Pallbearers were Anthony Bishop, Larry Stewart, Colburn Babb, Brandon Toler, Clayton Babb, and Rodrick Jones.
    Clint Babb was an honorary pallbearer.
    An additional memorial service will be held at a later date.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Saturday, February 13, 2021

    Kelly Jones, age 50, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond.
    She was born August 5, 1970 to Darrell and Zula Johnson. She was a custodian for Baldwin and Associates.
    Mrs. Jones is survived by her father, Darrell Johnson; her husband, Charles Jones; two sons: Charles Leon Todd Jones (Elizabeth), and Noah Brady Jones; a brother, Darrel Johnson; and a sister, Chasity Wade.
    She was preceded in death by her mother, Zula Walling Johnson; and a brother, Charles Crowe.
    Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Chapel in Irvine. Friends may visit Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service. Burial will be in the South Irvine Cemetery.
    In Lieu of flowers family ask donations be made to the Grayson Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

Grayson Funeral Home Irvine

  Thursday, February 11, 2021

    Teddy Stidham, age 59, of Stanton, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021 at the Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester.
    He was born August 22, 1961 in Hazard to Sam and Annie Morris Stidham. He was a member of the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ.
    Mr. Stidham is survived by three sons: Tim Stidham (April) of Stanton, George Stidham (Rebecca) of Irvine, and Aaron Stidham (Betty) of Ashland; a daughter, Nancy Stidham of Irvine; five grandchildren; three brothers: Darrell Stidham (Addie), Harold “Duck” Stidham (Hattie), both of Hazard; and James Stidham (Wilma) of Indiana; and a sister, Wanda Neace (Kurt) of Hazard.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Annie Stidham; a son, Devan Stidham; a brother, Fred Stidham; and a sister, Betty Baker.
    Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, February 14, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Home, 201 7th Avenue in Clay City. Friends may visit Saturday, February 13th from 5 till 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Williams Family Cemetery in Clay City.

Grayson Funeral Home Clay City

  Monday, February 8, 2021

    Robert Scott Newton, age 57, of Irvine, Kentucky, husband of Faith Newton passed away Monday, February 8, 2021 at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington.
    Born April, 1963 in Chicago, he was the son of the late Billy Ray and Jackuelyn Brandenburg Newton.
    In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one brother, Billy Glen Newton.
    Robert is survived by his wife, Faith Newton; one daughter, Cassie Richardson (Steven), and one brother, Douglas Allen Newton, all of Irvine.
    A memorial service will be held at a later date.
    Arrangements by Lewis-Abner Funeral Home.

Lewis-Abner Funeral Home

  Saturday, February 6, 2021

    Charles Edward “Chuck” Yates, 74, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021. He died unexpectedly, but peacefully, at home surrounded by family after a lengthy battle with congestive heart failure and COPD.
    He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Jacquelyn Davis Yates; his daughter, Jocelyn Yates Westerman (Shawn); his son, Charles Andrew Yates; two grandchildren, Lily and Charlie Westerman; his sister, Karen Mitchell (Don), and extended family members and friends.
    Charles was born January 18, 1947, the son of the late Linkous and Pinie Yates of Grundy, Virginia. He was a decorated Eagle Scout and a member of the Order of the Arrow with a special interest in archery. He enjoyed water sports, following college football, and target shooting. At age 12, he contracted rheumatic fever which prevented him from serving in the armed forces, something he’d always hoped to do. He was baptized in the Grundy Church of Christ, and his faith was a vital part of his life. While attending high school at Grundy High, he drove school buses for the county. He was also known to skip school to drive a coal truck for a local coal company. His life-long dream was to be a NASCAR driver. It was during his senior year he met the love of his life, Jackie. While attending summer school, he looked out the window and saw “the most beautiful pair of legs (he’d) ever seen” and he quickly asked her out. Although he had a reputation for driving too fast, her parents approved, and they were married July 17, 1971.
    After graduating from high school, he attended several programs, earning a diploma from Viatech School of Computer Science in Roanoke, Virginia. He took a job selling insurance for State Farm Insurance in Roanoke, and later in Tazewell, Virginia. Although he was vastly successful in insurance, his passion was the coal industry and in 1976, he began his own coal company. Chasing the industry, he and Jackie moved to eastern Kentucky where he owned and operated several mines in the Hazard area including Perry County Coal, his most successful company. He was a decorated businessman and was included in Exceptional Young Men of America, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and was a Kentucky Colonel. During these years, he and Jackie became parents to their daughter, Jocelyn, and their son, Andy.
    Charles always had to have a project and in 1990, he started his biggest, most rewarding one. He purchased land in Lexington where he established Fox Trot Farms. Over the next thirty years, he raised tobacco, corn, soybeans, alfalfa, cattle, horses, and enormous gardens which he shared with family and friends. Charles was a brilliant businessman and always surrounded himself with people to help him fulfill his dreams. The farm connected him to many lifelong friends in the Athens, Kentucky, community. While farming, he stayed active in the coal mining industry and had plans for a clean coal reclamation project in Estill County. He and his family joined Athens Christian Church where Charles served as a deacon for several years. In 2009 he welcomed his granddaughter Lily, and in 2012 his grandson and namesake, Charlie. They were his absolute pride and joy.
    Charles was a devoted friend. He was generous with his time and his resources. He never turned away anyone in need, even at his own expense. In all his business ventures, his philosophy was to put the needs of his employees above his own. His family was his main priority. He was a devoted son who loved and respected his parents. He adored his wife and freely admitted he would be completely lost without her. He was a proud, doting father and relished his role as grandfather, or Pop. He loved animals and always had pets that he spoiled with unlimited treats and affection. He enjoyed giving lavish gifts and welcomed guests in his home. He loved holidays and having everyone visit together. He wanted everyone to feel welcome and comfortable, no one was ever turned away. He loved to garden mostly because he wanted to share the abundance. He saw potential in every opportunity. He was a total optimist who saw the best in every person and every situation. He never held grudges. He loved westerns, Coca-Cola in glass bottles, Kool brand cigarettes, Sam’s Hot Dogs, and coffee. But his greatest love was for the Lord. Charles was a man of deep faith who was devoted to Bible study and prayer. He constantly remarked on how the Lord had blessed him. As his health failed and he lost his independence, he was anxious to receive his glorified body and meet his heroes of the faith. His greatest wish would be for everyone to know the love of the Lord. While his family takes comfort in knowing he is with the Lord and his passing was peaceful and painless, we grieve the loss of the man who was the provider and caregiver at the heart of our family.
    Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Saturday February 13, 2021 with the funeral service at 1pm at Athens Christian Church, 6295 Athens Boonesboro Road in Lexington. Interment will be at Athens Cemetery. The service will be conducted by Pastor Robert Warren of Athens Christian Church.
    Pallbearers will be Andy Yates, Jocelyn Westerman, Shawn Westerman, Mauricio Rivera, Daniel Brown, and Wilfredo Salazar.
    Honorary pallbearers are Amber Teate, Don Mitchell, Butch Crockett, Jamie Yates, Jerald “Doc” Elkin, Duane Cook, John Sosbe, Jerry Miller, Darrell Grigsby, and Dr. Dennis Newton.
    In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Athens Christian Church.
    Scobee Funeral Home of Winchester is in charge of arrangements.

Scobee Funeral Home