Thursday, August 3, 2023

    Madeline Davis Reece, age 78, of Richmond, Kentucky, widow of William Reece, passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Bluegrass Hospice Care Center in Lexington, Kentucky.
    Madeline was born on April 5, 1945, in Fayette County, Kentucky, and was the daughter of Stan and Mary Shanks Davis, both of whom preceded her in death. She was a homemaker and caregiver to many grandchildren.
    Survivors include three sons, John William Reece Sr. (Rebecca), Earl Reece (Faith), and Lynn Reece (Angie); a chosen daughter, Toni Miller; a sister, Stella Anderson; grandchildren, John Reece Jr. (Emily), Justin Reece (Kelsey), Joshua Reece, Heather McKinney (Kelly), Jessica Hardin (Willie), Lauren Hilander, Chase Sowder, and Haley Frazier; along with numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews.
    In addition to her husband, William, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Chester Davis, Jimmy Davis, Homer Davis, and Edward Davis; and sisters, Ruby Hobbs and Ivy Prather; as well as a great grandchild, Jaxton McKinney
    Funeral services will be at Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home on Monday, August 7, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. with Greg Humpert officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Lutes Cemetery in Irvine, Kentucky.
    Pallbearers will be John Reece Jr., Justin Reece, Willie Hardin, Kelly McKinney, Jake Miller, Greg Nelson, Charlie Hobbs, and Glenn Prather.
    Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home is serving the family.

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  Wednesday, August 2, 2023

    Jonathan Toler Jones, age 62, of Old Iron Works Road in Winchester, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at the Clark Regional Medical Center following a short illness.
    He was born October 4, 1960, in Clark County and was the son of Larry Lee Jones and the late Norma Bruce Toler Jones. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and a retired embalmer. He attended the Trinity United Methodist Church and had lived in Clark County most of his life.
    Survivors, in addition to his father, include his loving wife, Jane Ellen Parido Jones; one daughter, Jessica Yvonne Roberts (Corey) of Clark County; three sons: Jonathan Toler Jones, II (April), Austin Cody Jones (Katie), and Andrew Clifton Jones, all of Clark County; one sister, Tammy Hume of Fayette County; three brothers, Kirk Jones of Nevada, Mark Jones of Madison County; and Stephen Jones of South Carolina; and 13 grandchildren.
    In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by two brothers, David Jones and Buddy Johnson.
    A memorial service will be held at a later date.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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  Wednesday, August 2, 2023

    Steven Tracy Woolery, age 74, of Wagers Mountain in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at the Kindred Hospital in Louisville following a long illness.
    He was born January 2, 1949, in Estill County and was the son of the late Tracy Wallace and Fannie Lee Wiseman Woolery. He was retired from the CSX Railroad and was a member of the Beech Grove Baptist Church. He was also a member of the Irvine Masonic Lodge #137 and a former member of the Peacemakers Motorcycle Club. He had lived in Estill County all his life.
    Mr. Woolery is survived by his wife, Kellie Muncie Woolery; four sons: Jeffery Woolery of Irvine; Chance Woolery, Steven Ray Woolery, both of Ravenna; and Robby Johnson; and three brothers: Michael Woolery (Connie) of Richmond; Kim Woolery, and Greg Woolery (Rita), both of Irvine. (Rita) In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Donald Ray Woolery; and his nephew, David Woolery.
    A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, August 12, 2023, 4:00 p.m., at the Providence Baptist Church with Bro. Larry Sizemore and Bro. Skip Johnson officiating.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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  Wednesday, July 26, 2023

    Charles Edward Embs, age 56, of Irvine, Kentucky, departed this life on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at the Irvine Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Irvine, Kentucky.
    Charles was born on April 7, 1967, in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Marcus and Wanda Faye Reynolds Embs.
    Mr. Embs is survived by his sister, Beverly Ann Embs; his uncle, Henry Embs; three aunts, Brenda Melton, Elsie Richardson, and Ruby Abner; along with other relatives and friends to miss him and mourn his passing.
    The family has chosen cremation and no date for a memorial service has been set at this time.
    Lewis Home for Funerals is honored to serve the family of Charles Edward Embs.

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  Wednesday, July 26, 2023

    Harry Dale Fox was born October 5, 1942, in Estill County, Kentucky and passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at the age of 80. He was the son of the late Lloyd Fox and Beulah E. Fox Hall.
    Mr. Fox retired as Supervisor at World Fiber Technology. He was a member of the Mt. Carmel Christian Church and had lived in Estill County most of his life.
    He is survived by his wife, Mary Alva Wise Fox; three daughters: Tina Marie & David Arvin, Sherry Lynn Fox, and Belinda & Mark Puckett; two sons: Harry Dwain Fox and Larry Dale Fox; four grandchildren: Timothy & Ashley Arvin, Neysa & Daniel Cordial, Lance & Cindy Arvin, and Jacob & Ratisha Puckett; eight great grandchildren: Kaleb Hillard, Brennan Tuttle, Lukas Puckett, Harper Arvin, Sadie Rian Arvin, Shelby Clay Puckett, Emersyn Arvin, and Taylor Ray Puckett; and one sister, Phyllis & Earnest Davidson.
    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Janice Hamblin.
    Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, July 29, 2023, 11:00 a.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kenny Dotson officiating. Burial will be at the Wise Farm Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 6-9 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
    Pallbearers are Timothy Arvin, Lance Arvin, Jacob Puckett, Daniel Cordial, Russell Parks, and Emory Weaver.
    Honorary pallbearers are Montie Parks, David Arvin, Mark Puckett, Matt Vaught, Kaleb Hillard, Brennan Tuttle, Lukas Puckett, Harper Arvin, Sadie Rian Arvin, Shelby Clay Puckett, Emersyn Arvin, Taylor Ray Puckett.
    In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Hospice Compassionate Care Center, 350 Isaacs Lane, Richmond, KY 40475.

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  Tuesday, July 25, 2023

    James H. Flynn, age 62, of Little Doe Creek Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.
    He was born December 21, 1960, in Nicholasville, Kentucky, and was the son of the late Banty Levi and Eula Canter Flynn. He was a logger and construction worker. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.
    Mr. Flynn is survived by his parents, David and Margie Canter of Irvine; four daughters: Crystal Flynn of Decatur, Indiana; Shaunna Weiland of Irvine, Eula Dawn Flynn, and Jamie Ellen Flynn; one son, Darrell Lloyd Flynn; two sisters: Kathleen Denise Webb and Kimberly Richelle Smith (Bill), both of Irvine; five brothers: Lillard Flynn (Janice), David Canter (Rebecca), both of Irvine; Geoffrey Canter (Shonna) of Waco; Michael Shaun Canter (Kristy), and Charles Devon Canter, both of Irvine; and four grandchildren: Elijah Albert Allen Grey, Jeremiah Jace Dean Weiland, McKenzie Rayne Woods, and McKenna Elyzzabeth Marie Flynn.
    He was preceded in death by a daughter, Judy Lucille Pierce; two brothers, Leslie Flynn and Robert Lee Flynn; and three sisters, Connie Sue Flynn, Isabelle Watkins, and Charlotte Ann Butler.
    No services are scheduled at this time.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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  Monday, July 24, 2023

    James E. Tipton, age 62, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023 at his home in Beattyville, Kentucky.
    He was born September 3, 1960 in Irvine, a son to the late William Tipton and Rosie Webb Tipton. He worked as a farmer most of his life.
    Mr. Tipton is survived by one brother, Kenneth Tipton of Clay City, and many other loving family members, and friends.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Rosie Tipton; and one brother Billy Tipton.
    Visitation was held Thursday, July 27, 2023 from 1-2:00 p.m. at the Booneville Funeral Home. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Tubby Abner officiating.
    James was laid to rest in the Webb Cemetery located on Old Landing Road in Beattyville.

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  Sunday, July 23, 2023

    Dale VanWinkle, age 67, husband of 47 years to the love of his life Reva Rader VanWinkle, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023, at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.
    He was born March 26, 1956, in Berea, Kentucky, to the late Elwin B. and Nancy Lamb VanWinkle. Dale was a family man loved by all. He loved to travel to Tennessee with family, going out to eat on Monday mornings with his co-workers at Dairy Queen, and projects around the house. Dale was a Deacon in the Baptist Faith, enjoyed Bible study, loved the lord and singing with a quartet. He retired after 30 years of service with the City of Berea.
    In addition to his parents, Dale was preceded in death by one brother, Darrell VanWinkle.
    Other than his wife, he is survived by two daughters, April Abney (Brandon) and Amy Abney (Jeremy) both of Berea; two brothers, Jeff VanWinkle (Janet) of Berea, and Bill Vanwinkle (Teri) of Irvine; three grandchildren, Andrew Miller (Denise), Caleb Abney, and Chloe Abney, all of Berea; two nephews, Barkley VanWinkle and Matt VanWinkle; two nieces, Melissa Sparks (Lester) and Kara VanWinkle; one great niece, Taylor Sparks; and one great nephew, Brent Sparks.
    Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Davis & Powell Funeral Home in Berea. with Rev. Lee Abney officiating. Burial followed in the Berea Cemetery. Visitation was 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
    Pallbearers were Andrew Miller, Caleb Abney, Barkley VanWinkle, Matt VanWinkle, Jeremy Abney, and Brandon Abney.
    Honorary pallbearers were Chloe Abney, Kara VanWinkle, Melissa Sparks, Taylor Sparks, and Brent Sparks.

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  Saturday, July 22, 2023

    Juanita Clay Crouch, age 93, of Winchester, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2023.
    She was born February 18, 1930, to the late Stanley and Aileen Brock Crouch in Winchester.
    Juanita is survived by a sister, Alice Brooks of Irvine, and a brother, William Crouch of Winchester; also several nieces and nephews.
    She is preceded in death by two sisters, Dorothy V. Crouch and Jane Gentry.
    There was a graveside service on Wednesday, July 26, at 2:00 p.m. at the Lane Shelter in the Winchester Cemetery, .
    Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home of Winchester was in charge of arrangements.

Davis & Powell Funeral Home

  Friday, July 14, 2023

    Sarah Fauvetta Carter "Etta" Napier, 101 years old, left her physical body Friday, July 14, 2023, at approximately 1:00 a.m., just as thunder and lightning ushered in a downpour of rain.
    She was born February 2, 1922 in Harlan County, Kentucky, one of 14 children. Her parents were Susan Janette Roland Carter and Lloyd Madison Carter. She was married to Lewis Napier (deceased).
    Born only two years after women gained the right to vote and the fight for women’s rights was in its infancy, Etta endured and survived wars, epidemics, economic upheaval, scientific advances, the raising of five children and a pandemic as she witnessed an entire century roll by.
    She raised her family in Jackson, Kentucky, lived in Irvine, from 1985-2021, and spent the last two years of her life living with her youngest daughter and son-in-law in Plympton, Massachusetts.
    Etta worked as one of the first telephone switchboard operators in Jackson, Kentucky and went on to work in and retire from the First National Bank there.
    She was mother to Brenda (Dr. Charles-deceased) Terry, Stan (Sue Pinkney) Napier-deceased, Barbara Napier and Gregory L. Napier of Kentucky. Daughter Kimberly and husband Mark Russo live in Plympton Massachusetts. She had five grandchildren, four great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
    In her words she was “anxious to get to wherever she was going” and to join those who had gone before her. She leaves behind many loved ones and friends.
    A private interment was held on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at the family’s Mountain Memorial Cemetery in Ravenna, Kentucky.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

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  Thursday, August 3, 2023

    Wayne Lee Tipton, age 55, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023 at his home.
    He was born November 11, 1967 in Campton, Kentucky to Odean Tipton and the late Virginia Napier Tipton.
    Survivors include his father, Odean Tipton; a son, Jon Tipton (Janice); a daughter, Erica Tipton; a brother, Keith Tipton (Tracy); a sister, Kay Tipton and Sue Hall; grandchildren, Raylan Tipton, Sawyer Tipton, and Erianna Lindon; nieces and nephews, Alishia Hon, Jason Townsend, Allen Glen Tipton, Ryan Tipton, Tiffany Pasley, and Austin Pierce; and a great niece, Hensley.
    He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Tipton; a brother, Wallace Tipton; and sisters, Rena Tipton and Tina Tipton.
    Services were held Sunday, August 6, 2023, 2:00 p.m., at Wells Funeral Home by Bro. George Sparks. Visitation was Sunday 12:00 Noon - 2:00 p.m. Burial was in the Tipton Cemetery with pallbearers Keith Tipton, Danny Hon, Brian Helton, Chris Helton, and Brandon Lindon.

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  Monday, July 3, 2023

    Wanda Faye Tolson Cunningham, age 87, widow of Robert L. Cunningham, of Stanton, Kentucky, passed into the arms of Jesus on Monday, July 31, 2023, at the CHI St. Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling.
    She was born in Campton, Kentucky on July 31, 1936, to the late Dorsey and Eula Bailey Tolson. Wanda had many public service jobs in her life including clerk for the City of Stanton Water, secretary for KY Department of Social Services, kindergarten aide at Stanton Elementary, and was also employed at KY River Foothills. Her most loved job was being a mother and a homemaker. She was very active in the Stanton First Presbyterian Church. She loved her friends and her furry friends dearly. She loved her family; her grandsons were her world.
    Along with her husband and parents, Wanda was preceded in death by her son, Francis Cunningham; three brothers: D.C. Tolson, Robert Tolson and Jack Tolson; two sisters: Kathleen Woodward and China Spencer; one brother-in-law, Marion Spencer; and one sister-in-law Sylvia Tolson.
    She is survived by her daughter Lynne Stidham (Stacy) of Stanton; her two grandsons: R.J. Stidham (Kaitlyn) and Riley Stidham; and one sister-in-law, Donna Tolson.
    Visitation began at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue in Stanton. Memorial services officiated by Pastors Chad and Felsha Foster was held at 4:00 p.m., Saturday evening, as well. Burial was held at Stanton Cemetery.
    Family has requested donations be made to Friends of Powell County’s Pets in lieu of flowers - FOPCP, P.O. Box 474, Stanton, KY 40380.

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  Wednesday, July 26, 2023

    Bobbie Fish, age 78, of Clay City, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at her residence.
    She was born in Floyd County, Kentucky, August 10, 1945, to John and Virginia Bray. She was a housewife and a member of the Spruce First Church of God.
    Mrs. Fish is survived by four daughters, Jana Cecil (Justin), Cathy Smith (Arnie), both of Jeffersonville; Bobbie Gilbert (Rick) of Monticello, and Alice Edmiston of Pikeville; 14 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren.
    She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Glen Fish; two sons, Eagle Glen Fish and George Owens; a brother, Virgil Bray; and five sisters, Helen Walters, Sharon Owens, Sissy Shephard, Mary Shephard and Betty Shephard.
    Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 29, 2023 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Wendell Clevenger officiating. Friends may visit Saturday from 12:00 Noon till time of the service. Burial will be in the Spruce Cemetery in Jeffersonville.

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  Tuesday, July 25, 2023

    Earl Thomas Hall, age 58, of Winchester, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023 his residence.
    He was born August 3, 1964 in Winchester to Vernon and Catherine Lorein Robinson Hall. He was a farmer.
    Mr. Hall is survived by his wife, Angela Townsend Hall; six sons, Ryan Hall (Destiny), Luke Hall (Katelyn), Brandon Hall (Kimberly Lucas), Austin Hall, Steven Hall, and Michael Morris (Bridget); five daughters, Tiffanie Hall, Stephanie Ballard (Brendan), Rebecca Aparicio (Hector), Sherry Willoughby (Anthony), and Madison Hall; 15 grandchildren; three brothers, Steve Hall, Vernon Hall, and Kevin Hall; and a sister, Marilyn Hensley.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Catherine Hall; and a brother, Robert Hall.
    Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Friday, July 28, 2023 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City. Friends may visit Friday from 10:00 a.m. till time of the service.

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  Monday, July 24, 2023

    Logan Keith Profitt, age 26, husband of Sara Michelle Rogers Profitt of Ravenna, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023 at UK Medical Center in Lexington.
    Born in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, on June 23, 1997, he was the son of Keith and Charlotte Lane Profitt. Logan had served in the United States Army and was currently employed with Tunista Logistics Solutions as a group leader. He attended Bowen First Church of God.
    His character was of a strong and kind man. He loved to read and was great with computers. He enjoyed playing Yu-Gi-Oh cards and loved to joke around and pick on those he loved. He was a jack of all trades and was a great Philadelphia Eagles fan. Logan loved his wife and was excited to become a father to their precious daughter.
    Logan was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Oren Jay Lane.
    Along with his wife and his parents, Logan is survived by his paternal grandparents, Charlie and Darlene Slemp; his maternal grandmother, Pauline Ballard Lane; one sister, Cheyenne Cox (Michael) of Stanton; his parents-in-law, Bobby and Susan Rogers; and two uncles: Richard Lane (Sharon) and David Slemp, both of Clay City.
    Visitation was held at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue in Stanton from 5-9 p.m. on Thursday, July 27, 2023. Funeral services officiated by Bro. Terry Frerichs and Bro. Stephen Donithan were conducted on Friday, July 28th at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home as well. Burial was at the Donnie G. Randall Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Stanton with Logan Stewart, Donovan Poe, Zack Knox, Dylan Oaks, Cade Ball and Noah Freeman serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were his co-workers at Tunista Logistics Solutions, Julie Christopher, and Shawn Morrow.

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  Friday, July 21, 2023

    Irene Hall Strange, 63, passed away Friday, July 21, 2023 at Waynesburg Manor in Lincoln County, Kentucky.
    She was born August 2, 1959 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Lottie Spencer Pugh and Albert Hall.
    Irene is survived by her son, Gerald Thomas Bishop Jr.; a daughter, Cassie Bishop; two brothers, Charles Hall and Joe Pugh; three sisters, Kathy Hall, Betty Townsend, and Shirley Catron; five grandchildren and one great grandchild.
    She was preceded in death by her son, Christopher Bishop; five brothers, Oscar Hall, Vince Hall, Vernon Hall, Ricky Pugh, and Oliver Hall; and two sisters, Alberta Meeks and Bernice Phelps.
    Services were held Tuesday, July 25, 2023, 6:00 p.m. at Wells Funeral Home in Stanton with Bro. Lonnie Meeks officiating. Visitation was held Tuesday from 4-6 p.m. Burial was in the Clay City-Eaton Cemetery.

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