Volume 40 - Number 49 - Wednesday, June 1, 2022  Irvine, Ravenna, Estill County, Kentucky   


Current Obituaries

Wednesday, June 8th Edition

  Friday, June 3, 2022

Russell Glenn Kelley, 60


Russell Glenn Kelley

    Russell Glenn Kelley, age 60, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away at his residence, Friday, June 3, 2022.
    He was born August 5, 1961 in Irvine to Russell and Leoda Richardson Kelley. He was a construction worker.
    Mr. Kelley is survived by a daughter, Melissa Kelley; two brothers; Millard Kelley (Sondra) of Irvine, and Shannon Kelley (Farrah) of Waco; and a sister Amy Sparks (Frankie) of Irvine.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Leoda Kelley; and a brother, Rick Kelley.
    Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine with Bro. David Chaney officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Richardson Cemetery in Irvine.
    Pallbearers are Billy Ray Kelley, Robert Kelley, Willie Dixon, Frankie Sparks, River Kelley and Cannon Kelley.

Grayson Funeral Home Irvine

  Monday, May 30, 2022

Faron Campbell, 60


Faron Campbell

    Faron Campbell, age 60, of Clay City, Kentucky, passed away at his residence on Monday, May 30, 2022.
    He was born August 1, 1961, in Rowdy, Kentucky to Robert and Nora Campbell.
    Mr. Campbell is survived by two sons, Eric Campbell and Robert Campbell; two daughters, Emily Piatt and Amelia Merino; eleven grandchildren, three brothers, Denver Campbell, Herbert Campbell, and Mitchell Campbell; and two sisters, Stella Brewer and Kathleen Jones.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Nora Campbell; four brothers, Jimmy Campbell, Marvin Campbell, Freddy Campbell, and Woodrow Campbell; and two sisters, Irene Eber and Magalene Campbell.
    Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Friday, June 3, 2022, at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Kenny Wasson officiating. Friends may visit Thursday, June 2nd from 6 till 8 p.m. Burial will be in the Lewis Cemetery in Rowdy.

Grayson Funeral Home Clay City

  Monday, May 30, 2022

Donald “Wayne” Witt, 53


Donald “Wayne” Witt

    Donald “Wayne” Witt, age 53, passed away suddenly at his home in Louisville, Kentucky, on Monday, May 30, 2022.
    Wayne spent his younger years in Winchester where he graduated from George Rogers Clark High School in 1986. He was an avid member of the Cardinals Band and so enjoyed their competitions and travels, near and far. He maintained ties to the Winchester community and friends as he considered Winchester his hometown.
    Most recently, Wayne was employed by the McKesson Corporation, Shepherdsville, as a Group Lead. He was so proud of his, and his team’s participation in the distribution of the Covid-19 drugs and their ability to help our nation in time of need. He also provided Quality Assurance for Lebanon Plastics for more than 15 years. However, Wayne’s real love in life was his two daughters, Sarina (18) and Kailyn (16). He so enjoyed their weekend excursions to the Zoo, Thunder Over Louisville, airshows and other fun activities. He loved them with all his heart and soul. Wayne will be missed by his family, friends and co-workers in Louisville, Winchester, Mt. Sterling and Colorado. His infectious smile will remain with us forever as we remember him through the years.
    Wayne is survived by his mother, Phyllis Martin Sexton, Louisville; daughters, Sarina and Kailyn Witt; sister, Rebecca “Becky” Witt Richards, East View, Kentucky; a half-brother, Christopher Witt, Berea; a half-sister, Jennifer Sexton; and, numerous cousins, aunts and uncles.
    He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Ray Witt, Winchester; grandparents, Ray and Louise Witt, Winchester; and, grandparents Almeta and Albert Martin, Mt. Sterling, Kentucky.
    Services will be held privately for the immediate family.
    Contributions can be made to the American Heart Association in memory of Wayne.

Scobee Funeral Home

  Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Raymond Leo May, 65


Raymond Leo May

    Raymond Leo May, age 65, of Turner Avenue in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at his home following a short illness.
    He was born May 7, 1957, in Williamson, West Virginia and was the son of the late David Leo and Shirley Lambert May. He was a retired mechanic and is survived by his wife, Augusta Pope; one sister, Sharon Clifte of Madison County; and two brothers: Robert May of Estill County; and David R. May of Virginia.
    There are no memorial services scheduled at this time.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Friday, May 27, 2022

Harold Horn, 73


Harold Horn

    Harold Horn, age 73, of Irvine, Kentucky, departed this life on Friday, May 27, 2022, at the Compassionate Care Hospice Center in Richmond.
    He was born on August 23, 1948, in Hamilton, Ohio, to the late Allie and Louise Stamper Horn.
    In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by a son, Joseph Harold Horn; two brothers, Richard Horn and Thomas Lee Horn; and one sister, Deborah Jean Horn Ashcraft.
    Survivors include two sons, Ricky Dale Arvin and Harold Horn Jr., both of Irvine; a daughter, Emmy Lou Horn of Irvine; ttwo sisters, Jo Etta Horn of Augusta, Maine; and Carolyn Horn of Irvine; along with numerous grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
    At the family’s request, a private graveside service was held on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at the Cane Springs (Macedonia) Cemetery near Leighton in Irvine.
    All friends and relatives are invited to pay their respects at the cemetery or email condolences to his sisters at, joettahorn@yahoo.com. Or 19carolynroberts71@gmail.com.
    Lewis Home for Funerals is honored to serve the family of Harold Horn.

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Former Obituaries

Wednesday, June 1st Edition

  Sunday, May 29, 2022

Kenny Ray Kelly, 55


Kenny Ray Kelly

    Kenny Ray Kelly, age 55, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, May 29, 2022 at the Baptist Health Hospital in Richmond.
    He was born November 21, 1966 in Irvine to Raymond and Margaret Kelly. He worked in construction.
    Mr. Kelly is survived by a daughter, Summer Kelly of Lancaster; two grandchildren: Brooklyn and Jaylen Moore; two brothers: Wayne Kelly and Raymond Gene Kelly, both of Irvine; and two sisters: Lisa Kelly and Jacqueline Coffey, both of Irvine.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Margaret Kelly.
    Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine. Friends may visit Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at 1:00 p.m.. Burial will be in the Pea Ridge Cemetery.

Grayson Funeral Home Irvine

  Sunday, May 29, 2022

Sharon Lois Tuttle, 75


Sharon Lois Tuttle

    Sharon Lois Tuttle, age 75, of Noland Creek Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, May 29, 2022, at the Baptist Health in Richmond, following a short illness.
    She was born February 19, 1947 in Clark County and was the daughter of the late Avery and Loreen Spencer. She was a homemaker and a member of the Bethel Christian Church. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
    Mrs. Tuttle is survived by her husband, Benjamin Franklin Tuttle; two sons: Glenn Franklin Tuttle of Estill County; and James Daniel Tuttle (Rebecca) of Madison County; one brother, Jerry Dale Spencer of Clark County; and four grandchildren: McKenna Ellen Tuttle, Tayla Lily Tuttle, Avery Elizabeth Tuttle and Sarah Hope Tuttle.
    She was preceded in death by her son, Timothy Dale Tuttle; her sister, Sue Salyer; and two brothers, Eddie and Donnie Spencer.
    Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, June 2, 2022, 11:00 a.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bill Curtis officiating. Burial will be at the Rose-Freeman Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 1st from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
    Pallbearers are Deron Tuttle, Rick Tuttle, Jeff Freeman, Dewey Freeman, Paul Tuttle and Lee Freeman.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Saturday, May 28, 2022

Edgar Rice McGee, 90


Edgar Rice McGee

    Edgar Rice McGee, age 90, of Bradbury Point Drive in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2022, at his home following a short illness.
    He was born September 26, 1931 in Estill County and was the son of the late Millard and Bessie Noland McGee. He was retired from the Ford Motor Company and had owned a lawn service. He was a member of the Waco Baptist Church.
    Mr. McGee is survived by his wife, Gracie Rogers McGee; one daughter, Joyce Ann Gay of Monroe, Michigan; two sons: Brian McGee of Monroe, Michigan; and Steven McGee of Silver Spring, Florida; one sister, Bertha Peters of Estill County; one grandchild, Melissa Slater; and two great grandchildren: Davin Slater and Brylee Slater.
    He was preceded in death by one grandchild, Matthew McGee; four sisters, Shirley Taylor, Dorothy Lainhart, Mayfree Richmond, and Naoma Tribbey; and seven brothers, Estill, Roy, Gilbert, Joe, Chaney, Bruce and James McGee.
    Funeral services will be held Friday, June 3, 2022, 1:00 p.m. at the Waco Baptist Church with Bro. David Johnson officiating. Burial will be at the South Irvine Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Friday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the Waco Baptist Church.
    Pallbearers are Hershell Sparks, Toby Honacker, Billy Ray Hughes, Jay Gross, Kenny Sewell and Steve Parke.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home of Irvine is in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Saturday, May 28, 2022

Gregory Trent, 54


Gregory Trent

    Gregory Trent of Campton, Kentucky, husband of Marcella Tharp Trent, departed this life Saturday, May 28, 2022 at the age of 54 years.
    He was a son of the late Ray and Ethel Johnson Trent, born in Lexington, Kentucky on December 9, 1967. He was in the lawncare service industry and was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
    Mr. Trent is survived by his wife, Marcella Tharp Trent of Campton; two daughters, Danielle Trent (Allan Combs) of Stanton and Laura Plowman of Irvine; six grandchildren; one brother, Jeff Trent (Crystal Trent) of Trent; and four sisters, Sharon Ritchie of Beattyville, Charlene Brewer (Gary) of Pine Ridge, Nancy Young and Nellie Rose (Paul), both of Irvine, Kentucky.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Ethel Johnson Trent; and one brother, Jimmy Trent.
    He also leaves behind a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his passing.
    Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at Porter and Son Funeral Directors in Campton, followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Nikki Horn officiating. Burial will be in the Trent Cemetery.
    Serving as pallbearers; Jim Trent, Samuel Ritchie, Jeff Trent, Allan Combs, Cynthia Ritchie and Doug Bellamy.

Porter and Son Funeral Directors

  Saturday, May 28, 2022

Margie Rea Cahal, 88


Margie Rea Cahal

    Margie Rea Cahal, age 88, of Elm Street in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2022, at the Baptist Health in Lexington, following a long illness.
    She was born May 31, 1933 in Irvine and was the daughter of the late Jake and Lillie Neal Wiseman. She was a homemaker and a former employee of the Estill County School System. She was a member of the Mt. Carmel Christian Church, the Estill County Homemakers and the Estill County Garden Club. She had lived in Estill County all her life.
    Mrs. Cahal was preceded in death by her husband, Jackie Burke Cahal; and is survived by two daughters: Madonna Sue Cahal of Winchester and Mona Cahal Henry of Ravenna; one son, Jackie Burke Cahal, Jr.(Marisa) of North Carolina; one sister, Norma Hall (Gayle) of Richmond; two brothers: J. B. Wiseman (Janice) of Irvine and Donald Wiseman of Berea; eight grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.
    She was preceded in death by her son, James Philip Cahal; and two sisters, Betty Jean Tipton and Patricia Henry.
    Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, June 1, 2022, 1:00 p.m. at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Chris Winkler officiating. Burial will be at the Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to service time at 1:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
    Pallbearers are Jason Riley, Jake Henry, Jack Cahal, Frankie Hammons, John Wiseman and Jay Wiseman.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Saturday, May 28, 2022

Wilma Lois Young, 76


Wilma Lois Young

    Wilma Lois Young, age 76, of Barnes Mountain in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2022, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, following a long illness.
    She was born March 2, 1946, and was the daughter of the late Robert and Lillie Angel Cox. She retired from Kroger where she worked in the deli, and she had lived in Estill County all her life.
    Wilma is survived by two sons: Jason Young (Rebecca) and Jackie Young (Heather), both of Estill County.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Cox Jr.; and her grandchild, Dustin Young.
    Graveside services were conducted Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 12:00 Noon at the Estes Cemetery.
    Pallbearers were Randall Kent, Andy Newton, Jim Kelly, Phillip Stevens, Mike Stepp and Keanton Coots.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Friday, May 27, 2022

Robert “Bob” Palmer Jr., 91


Robert “Bob” Palmer Jr.

    Robert “Bob” Palmer Jr., 91, finished his journey on this earth on Friday, May 27, 2022.
    He was born in Estill Co. on October 15, 1930, to the late Robert and Bessie Vaughn Palmer Sr. He was retired from Palmer Engineering where he was the Marketing Director and was a member of the Winchester First Church of God on Colby Road. He also proudly served in the United States Army during World War II.
    Mr. Palmer was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Crowe Palmer of 62 years.
    He is going to be missed by his children, Diana Bealert (Eddie), David H. Palmer, and Ramona Cundiff (Jerry); grandchildren, Matt Bealert (Michelle), Michelle Patterson (Shannon), Dale Bealert (Leigh Ann), Sherri Kennedy, Kevin McCord (Cara), Emily Cundiff, and Lauren Cundiff; eleven great grandchildren, one great, great grandchild, Ava June Stearns; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
    He was also preceded in death by one infant son, Randal Robert Palmer; brothers, Cecil, Ray, JT, Edgar, Shelton, and Linville Palmer; and one sister, Della Mae Hampton.
    Services will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at the Leon Pace Memorial Chapel at Scobee Funeral Home by Pastor Allan Hutchinson. Burial will follow in the Fielder Cemetery in Estill County. Pallbearers will be grandsons and Willie Palmer.
    Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at the Funeral Home.

Scobee Funeral Home

  Saturday, May 21, 2022

Gene Allen Charlton, 56


Gene Allen Charlton

    Gene Allen Charlton, age 56, of Estill County, Kentucky, born August 15, 1965, passed away Saturday, May 21, 2022, after a short illness.
    He is survived by a daughter, Ashley Applegate; two sons: Jacob Charlton and Tyler Charlton; one brother, Michael Charlton (Cindy); four sisters: Jenny Hedges, Sandra Reed, Darlene Young (Earl Jr.), and Lori Johnson (Harold); several nieces and nephews; and one special niece, Charlena Hardy.
    Gene was preceded death by his mother, Irene Wolfinbarger Charlton; three brothers, Donald, Frank, and Jackie Charlton; and two sisters, Patricia and Debra Charlton.
    He was laid to rest at the Fox Cemetery on Wednesday, May 25, 2022.
    Care Cremation & Funeral Service of Lexington was in charge of arrangements.

  Sunday, May 22, 2022

Elmer Venice Bicknell, 79


Elmer Venice Bicknell

    Elmer Venice Bicknell, age 79, of Locust Branch School Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at his home following a short illness.
    He was born July 5, 1942 in Estill County and was the son of the late Leonard and Addie Mae Richardson Bicknell. He was a retired farmer and had lived in Estill County all his life.
    Mr. Bicknell is survived by his wife, Grethel Isaacs Bicknell; two daughters, Peggy Young of Estill County; and Jennifer Stephenson (Eddie) of Madison County; one son: Robin Bicknell (Lisa) of Estill County; two sisters, Eva Ramsey and Joyce Webb, both of Madison County; five brothers: Ernie Bicknell of Ohio; Kenneth Bicknell, Carl Bicknell, both of Madison County; Randol Bicknell of Pulaski County; and Gary Bicknell of Estill County; four grandchildren: Hannah Eaton, Matthew Young, Chelsea Bicknell and Leonard Young; and six great grandchildren.
    He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Faye Day; and his brother, Darrell Bicknell.
    Funeral services will be conducted Friday, May 27, 2022, 11:00 a.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at the Kindred Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday, May 26th from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Funeral Home.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

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