Friday, July 7, 2023

    William Troy Richardson, age 67, of East Main Street in Frankfort, Kentucky, passed away Friday, July 7, 2023, at his home following a short illness.
    He was born July 2, 1956, in Estill County and was the son of the late Gilbert and Emerine McIntosh Richardson. He was a retired construction worker and he had lived in Frankfort for most of his life.
    Mr. Richardson was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Getty Richardson, and is survived by two sons: Justin Richardson (Autumn) and Travis Richardson, both of Somerset; one stepdaughter, Sesemie Bradshaw of Frankfort; three sisters: Ethel Sparks of Carlisle, Pearl Powell (Tommy) of Estill County, and Ora Hall (Earl) of Cynthiana; two brothers: Eddie Richardson (Sue) and Johnny Richardson, both of Estill County; three grandchildren: River Richardson, Oakley Richardson, and Jaden Rogers; and his companion, Betty Threadgill.
    In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by one sister, Emma King; and two brothers, Gilbert Wayne Richardson and Buel C. Richardson.
    Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, July 13, 2023, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Earl Hall officiating. Burial will be at the Gray Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
    Pallbearers are David Lee Stidham, David Cook, Gilbert Richardson Jr., Michael Wayne Stidham, Dustin Wayne Stidham, and Josh Richardson.
    Honorary pallbearers are H.D. Kelly, Anthony King, Harold Richardson, Johnny Richardson, Billy Richardson, Ethan Stidham, and Henry Margison.

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  Wednesday, July 5, 2023

    Elizabeth Ann Sizemore, age 60, of Irvine, Kentucky, departed this life on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky.
    Elizabeth was born in Lexington, Kentucky on January 26, 1963, to the late Wilburn Pete Smith and Delores Alcorn Larrison.
    In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Jessie Miller.
    Mrs. Sizemore is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Floyd Sizemore; her four children, Chris, Timothy, William and Alissa Sizemore; seven grandchildren, Timothy, Travis, Destiny, Hannah; one brother, Eddie Alcorn; and one sister, Candy Miller; along with many other nieces and nephews and relatives and friends to miss her and mourn her passing.
    Funeral services for Elizabeth Ann Sizemore will be conducted on Saturday, July 8, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Lewis Home for Funerals. Brother Glenn Sizemore will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Sizemore Family Cemetery in Jackson, Kentucky. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. on Saturday until the time of services at 1:00 p.m.
    The pallbearers will be Michael, Chris, Timmy, and Travis Sizemore; Lance Feltner, and Shawn McIntosh.
    The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to her memorial fund care of Lewis Home for Funerals.

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  Tuesday, July 4, 2023

    Barbara Lee Reese Hunt, age 80, of Geneva Avenue in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at the St. Joseph Hospital, following a sudden illness.
    She was born June 26, 1943, in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Hugh Bryson and Elena Tuttle Reese. She was a retired cosmetologist and former owner of Merle Norman and the Ladyaire Beauty Salon. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, the Marcum and Wallace Ladies Auxiliary and the Estill County Homemakers.
    Mrs. Hunt is survived by her daughter, Debbie Jenkins; one grandchild, Morgan Watkins (Michael); and three great grandchildren, Reagan Watkins, Beckett Reese Watkins, and Remi Gene Watkins.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Eugene Hunt; one sister, Peggy Walling; and two brothers, Joe Reece and Dwight Bruce “Ike” Reese.
    Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, July 8, 2023, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at the Oakdale Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
    Pallbearers are Gary Michael Watkins, Stuart Reese, Bryson Reese, Gary Watkins, Josh England, Tom Whitaker, and Todd Williams.
    In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Hospice Care Plus, 208 Kidd Drive, Berea, KY 40403.

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  Saturday, July 1, 2023

    Billy Hiram Hall, age 89, of Turpin Ridge in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023, at his home following a long illness.
    He was born February 2, 1934, in Estill County and was the son of the late R.J. and Dollie Tuttle Hall. He served in the National Guard and was a retired brick mason. He was an avid coon hunter and was a member of the Coon Hunters Association. He was a member of the Providence Baptist Church and had lived in Estill County most of his life.
    Mr. Hall is survived by his wife, Doris Riddell Hall; two daughters, Janice Combs (Paul) and Pamela Young (Jim), both of Irvine; three sons: Darrell Hall (Lou Ann), Jerry Hall (Kim), and Kevin Hall (Sandy), all of Irvine; one sister, Patricia Martin (Jim) of LaGrange; one brother, Farrell Hall (Sue), of Madison County; two sisters-in-law: Mary Hall of Wilmore and Loretta Hall of Richmond; 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Lowell, David, Wayne, and Norman Hall.
    Funeral services were conducted Thursday, July 6, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at the Providence Baptist Church with Bro. Bill VanWinkle, Bro. Tim Roberts, and Bro. Keith Weldon officiating. Burial was at the Turpin Cemetery. Visitation was held on Wednesday, July 5th from 6-9 p.m. at the Church.
    Pallbearers were Chad Hall, James Crank, Matt Young, Dalton Neal, Brandon Hall, Rylan Hall, Scott Turner, and Greg Kirby.
    Honorary pallbearers were Tanner Hall, Mason Willis, Luke Hall, Michael Kirby, Caleb Turner, Noah Turner, Gary Brandenburg, Kenny Cole, Billy Dawes, Lloyd Estes, Eldon Goosey, Tim Purdue, and Wayne Turpin.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.

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  Friday, June 30, 2023

    Brenda Joyce Samples Hardy, age 79, born February 15, 1944, to the late Emza Howell and Oscar Samples, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023, at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.
    After graduating from Estill County High School and Eastern Kentucky University, Brenda began her career with Kentucky Central Bank. In the fall of 1966, she began teaching business at Estill High, and immediately thereafter married the love of her life, Butch. After the birth of their daughter Michelle and son Michael, she and Butch together founded Hardy Oil Company, both still in their roles as President and Secretary for its entire 50 years. Brenda was a member of Rice Station Christian Church, where she played the organ and taught Sunday School for many years.
    Mrs. Hardy is survived by her husband of 57 years, H.T. “Butch” Hardy III; one daughter, Michelle Osborne (Greg); one son, Michael Hardy (Anissa); sox grandchildren, Meredith Crowe (Tanner), Madeline Napier (Isaac), Marlowe Hardy, Berkley Hardy, Katelyn Osborne and Brandon Osborne; and one brother, Charles Samples
    Funeral services will be conducted Monday, July 3, 2023, 11:00 a.m., at the Rice Station Christian Church with Bro. Joe Hall officiating. Burial will be at the Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held on Sunday. July 2nd from 6-9 p.m. at the Church.
    Pallbearers are Berkley Hardy, Brandon Osborne, Pepper Hardy, Tanner Crowe, Isaac Napier, and Ty Niece.
    Warren F. Toler Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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  Thursday, June 29, 2023

    Mallie Roberta Warrick, age 89, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023, at the Spring Hill Singing Woods in Dayton following a long illness.
    She was born October 1, 1933, in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Willie and Armilda Richardson Estes. She was a retired Carhartt, Inc. employee and a member of the Bethel Christian Church. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
    Mrs. Warrick is survived by two step-grandchildren: Brad Allen Scherzinger and Amber Lynn Scherzinger; one step-great grandchild, Camron Scherzinger; two nieces: Terry Eaton Samples and Roxanna Redick; and two nephews: Tommy Rice and Scott Estes.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Harold Brandenburg and Morris Warrick; her stepdaughter, Jane Scherzinger; two sisters: Ina Jean Samples and Nettie Wood; and two brothers, Raymond and Bernice Estes.
    Funeral services were conducted Friday, July 7, 2023, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was at the West Irvine Cemetery. Visitation was held on Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
    Pallbearers were Jimmy Richardson, Bruce Redick, Tommy Rice, Sarah Redick, and Bill Stepp.

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  Wednesday, June 28, 2023

    Margie M. Estes Putteet, age 75, passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at her home. She was the widow of Charles “Chuck” Putteet who passed away in 2012.
    Margie was born on August 21, 1947 on Barnes Mountain in Estill County and was the daughter of Robert G. and Mary Sparks Estes, both of whom preceded her in death. She was a homemaker and enjoyed quilting, crafting, and making homemade candy.
    Survivors include three children, Steven C. Putteet, Tina M. Murphy, and Terry L. Clark (Ernest); one grandchild, Brandon L.C. Putteet; one brother, Delco Estes; one sister, Aggie Wells; and numerous nieces, nephews, and close friends.
    In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Ezekiel Estes and Glen Ray Estes; and six sisters, Mabel Newton, Tina Smelko, Glendeen Mitchell, Candace Moore, Yumonda McIntosh, and Margaret Morris.
    A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 3, 2023 at Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home, 1110 Barnes Mill Road, Richmond, with Chaplain Sally Iseral officiating. Burial will follow in the Richmond Cemetery.
    Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers will be Ernest Clark, Charlie Ray, Edward McIntosh III, Paul McIntosh, Johnny Putteet, and Billy Putteet.
    Honorary bearers will be Steven Putteet and Brandon Putteet.

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  Tuesday, June 27, 2023

    Al Lola Covey, age 78, of Cardinal Court in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at his home following a long illness.
    He was born December 8, 1944, in Estill County and was the son of the late Almassa and Florence Gray Covey. He retired from Avon and attended the Turning Point Apostolic Church. He was a United States Marine Veteran who served during the Vietnam Conflict, and he had lived in Estill County for most of his life.
    Mr. Covey was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma Louise Edmonson Covey; and is survived by one daughter, Kim Sparks of Estill County; one son, Al Dwayne Covey (Pamela) of Indiana; four sisters: Diane Frymymer of Estill County, Sherry Covey of Clark County, Mickie Embs and Carolyn Covey, both of Estill County; two brothers, Colman Covey of Madison County and Gary Covey of Somerset; nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
    In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Pam Brandenburg and Leatha Berger; and two brothers, Pete and Leon Covey.
    Funeral services were conducted Saturday, July 1, 2023, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Larry McIntosh officiating. Burial was at the Crowe Cemetery. Visitation was held Friday, June 30th from 6-9 p.m.
    Pallbearers were Al Dwayne Covey, Joseph Covey, Justin Covey, Jordan Covey, Brandon Sparks, and Tyler Sparks
    Honorary pallbearer was Donald Sparks.

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  Tuesday, June 27, 2023

    Crystal Osborne Greenhill, age 42, of Jeffersonville, Kentucky, entered into rest Tuesday evening, June 27, 2023 at the Life Care Center in Morehead, Kentucky.
    She was born May 10, 1981 in Madison County, Kentucky, a daughter of Steve and Anita Barnes Osborne.
    Crystal was a huge U.K. basketball fan. She also enjoyed playing Bingo, and spending time with her family.
    She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Allen Elwood and Lois Jean Noe Barnes; and her mother-in-law, Cheryl Greenhill.
    In addition to her parents, Crystal is survived by her husband, Casey Greenhill; one daughter, Hailey Greenhill of Mt. Sterling; her father-in-law, Teddy Greenhill; one sister, Andrea Osborne Haling of Irvine; one sister and brother-in-law, Karla and Eric Griggs of Stanton; six nieces and nephews, Jaden Osborne, Alyssa Haling, Kaleb Haling, Kloey Fair, Ryan Griggs, and Dylan Griggs; and her grandparents, Darma Lee and Imogene Osborne. In addition to these, she leaves behind other relatives and friends who will greatly miss her and cherish her memory.
    Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at the Ravenna Church of God, 210 3rd Street, Ravenna, with Terry Barnes officiating. Burial will follow at the Mackey Cemetery. Friends may visit 12:00 Noon – 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, at the Church.
    Arrangements are being handled by Duvall and Moore Funeral Services of Olive Hill, Kentucky.

Duvall and Moore Funeral Services

  Saturday, June 17, 2023

    Dannie Dale Hall, age 76, of London, Ohio, formerly of Irvine, Kentucky, departed this life on Saturday, June 17, 2023, in London, Ohio.
    He was born on December 25, 1946, in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Albert and Kate Tipton Hall.
    Mr. Hall was a veteran of the Vietnam War serving in the United States Army.
    In addition to his parents, Dannie was also preceded in death by one brother, Gary Hall; and one sister, Vickie Hall.
    Survivors include his son, Wayne Hall (Katina); his daughter, Chrissy Psihountakis; three grandchildren, Anthony and Emily Erb and Lindsey Hall; one great granddaughter, Lacey Erb; two brothers, Junior and Kenny Hall; along with numerous nieces and nephews and relatives and friends.
    Funeral services for Dannie Dale Hall will be conducted on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Lewis Home for Funerals. Brother Michael Davis will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Cobb Hill Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by Irvine American Legion Post #79. The family will receive friends from 9-11 a.m., Saturday, at the funeral home.
    The pallbearers will be Greg, Kenny, Darrell Stamper, and Dale McCullah. Honorary pallbearers will be Curt Saylor and Darrell Stamper.

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  Sunday, July 2, 2023

    Sandy Hale Roy, 80, widow of Cleetis Roy, passed away Sunday, July 2, 2023 at UK Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky.
    She was born March 15, 1943 in Oneida, Tennessee, to the late Chester Lee and Suzie Coleman Taylor. A beloved fixture of the Powell County community, she lived a very full life as a teacher, dietician, seamstress, truck driver, referee, realtor, real estate broker, and nurse.
    Survivors include one daughter, Jodie Brandenburg (Mark); one son, Johnny Hale (Stephanie); seven grandchildren, Madeline Brandenburg, Jacob Brandenburg, Kyle Roy (Beth), David Roy, Lyssa Renk (Zack), Adam Roy (Erin), and Taylor Roy; a step-son, Tim Roy (Carie); two sisters-in-law, Susan Taylor and Vicki Taylor; a special companion, Gloyd Lee; and Becky Eagan, who was like a daughter.
    She was preceded in death by husband, Cleetis Roy; her parents, Chester and Suzie Taylor; a brother, Robert Taylor; and a step-son, Jeff Roy.
    Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Wells Funeral Home, 777 West College Avenue in Stanton with Bro. Brad Epperson officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 5th at the funeral home beginning at 4:00 p.m. for family and 5:00 p.m. for friends.
    Burial will be at Stonegate Cemetery directly following the funeral with Kyle Roy, Rob Taylor, Mark Brandenburg, Jacob Brandenburg, Tyler Smith, and John Parks serving as pallbearers.
    Honorary pallbearers include Powell County Health Department employees, Willie Brewer, C.B. Martin, the Bruen's Gang, Hillbilly Flywheelers, Smokehouse & General Store Kids, and Ryan Thacker.
    In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to Hospice East and Palliative Care Partners.

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  Thursday, June 29, 2023

    Rosemary Creech, age 70, of Clay City, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023.
    She was born August 29, 1952 in Winchester, Kentucky, to John and Mary Fulks. She was an employee of Subway in Clay City.
    Rosemary is survived by a son, Joseph Creech (Savanna) of Richmond; a daughter, Tamara Buckler (Doug Carmichael) of Clay City; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
    She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Thomas Fulks; and a sister, Dorothy Clemons.
    Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, July 2, 2023 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City. Friends may visit Sunday from 12:00 Noon till time of the service.

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  Wednesday, June 28, 2023

    Phillip Douglas Pelfrey, age 58, passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester, Kentucky.
    He was born July 26, 1964 in Campton, Kentucky to the late Donald Elmer Pelfrey and to Ladonna Rogers Pelfrey.
    Survivors include his mother, Ladonna Rogers Pelfrey; a daughter, Megan Adams (Andrew Fugate); a brother, Brian Pelfrey (Karen); and five grandchildren, Eli Pelfrey, Audrey Fugate, Stetson Fugate, Gaven Fugate, and Ryleigh Fugate.
    Services will be held Sunday, July 2, 2023, 2:00 p.m., by Bro. Anthony Molihan at Wells Funeral Home, 777 West College Avenue, Stanton. Visitation was on Saturday, July 1st after 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial is in Resthaven Cemetery with cousins serving as active and honorary pallbearers.

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  Monday, June 26, 2023

    Rev. Mary Lou Adams, age 69, wife of Larry Adams, passed away Monday, June 26, 2023, at her home in Clark County, Kentucky.
    Born January 14, 1954, in Powell County, she was the daughter of the late Matt and Madgalene Rogers Abney. Over the years she had worked in department stores, factories, and presently she was the Reverend at Green Pastures Church.
    In addition to her loving husband of 29 years, she is survived by two sons, Kyle Adams and Barry Adams; one grandchild, Archer; two siblings, Bobby Abney (Elsie) and Jimmy Abney (Steven); two nephews, Adam Wayne Abney and Matthew Randall; a niece, Crystal Parker; a great nephew, Damien Banks; and a great niece, Alex Byrd.
    She was preceded in death by two of her siblings, Linda Faw and Jackie Abney.
    Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, June 30, 2023, at the Leon Pace Memorial Chapel, next to Scobee Funeral Home. Burial was at Clarmont Memorial Gardens. Visitation was from 12:00 Noon until time of service.

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  Tuesday, June 27, 2023

    Becky Renee Rogers, age 45, passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington.
    She was born March 8, 1978 in Winchester, Kentucky, to Wade and Gail Rogers. Becky was a member of the Salem Baptist Church. She was a avid animal lover, who was beautiful and intelligent.
    Survivors include her parents, Wade and Gail Rogers; a sister, Carmen Rogers; her grandparents, Lonnie and Nellie Sparks; and her beloved dogs, Emree and Mia.
    She was preceded in death by grandparents, Buel and Agnes Rogers; a cousin, Greg Conner; and a fur baby, Kelbie.
    Services will be held Saturday, July 1, 2023, 2:00 p.m., at Wells Funeral Home, 777 West College Avenue, Stanton, by Bro. Jerry Smith. Visitation Saturday will be from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Salem Cemetery at Spout Springs in Estill County.

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  Tuesday, June 27, 2023

    Edrah Faye Hurt, age 87, of Clay City, Kentucky, passed away at her residence, Tuesday, June 27, 2023.
    She was born January 7, 1936 in Hazard, Kentucky, to Ernest and Ethel Hoskins. She was a waitress for 20 years at the Old Clay City Restaurant.
    Mrs. Hurt is survived by a son, Ernest Morgan Hurt of Clay City; a daughter, Vivian Powell (Montford) of Clay City; eight grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, nine great, great grandchildren; and a brother, Woodson Hoskins of Hazard.
    She was preceded in death by her husband, Hobert Hurt; a daughter, Yvonne Hurt; a daughter-in-law, Kathy Hurt; and two brothers, Farrell and Egbert Hoskins.
    Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, June 30, 2023 at the Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City with Bro. Sam Stacy officiating. Friends may visit Thursday, June 29, 2023 from 6-8 p.m. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery.
    Pallbearers are Montford Powell, Ernie Hurt, Kory Hurt, Aaron Chadwick, Jordan Powell and James “Poke” Thelander.
    Honorary pallbearers are Patsy Powell, Jamie and Brigitte Hacker, Vanessa Napier, Kristen Hurt, Dean Hoskins, Anthony Hoskins, Adam Hoskins; nurses and staff of Hospice East; and her nieces and nephews.

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