Friday, March 8, 2024

    Elwanda Smith Roberts, age 77, wife of Kirby C. Roberts, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024, at Windsor Care Center in Mount Sterling, Kentucky.
    She was born in Estill County Kentucky on June 5, 1946, to the late George and Bertie Howell Smith. Elwanda, along with her husband Kirby, were the owners/operators of Old South Inn from 1969-1974. She later became the broker/owner of Roberts and Associates Real Estate.
    Additional survivors include one daughter, Kristin King (Doug) of Winchester; one son, Keith Roberts (Sara) of Winchester; four grandchildren, Rylee King, Aubrie King, Andrew Roberts, and Lily Roberts; one sister, Freda Hardy (Ray Harold) of Irvine; three brothers, Wayne Smith (Virginia), Denny Smith (Vivian), both of Irvine; and Bill D. Smith (Sharon) of Luck, Wisconsin; two sisters-in-law, Cheryl R Black of Winchester and Trudy R Smyth of Danville; and several cousins, nieces, nephews and her special "baby", Marley.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Ailene Smith Case; and brother-in-law, Claude Case Jr.; a nephew, Steven Wayne Smith; a niece, Lesley Parker; and her mother-in-law, Beunice Roberts.
    A memorial service will be held at 12 Noon on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at First United Methodist Church, 204 South Main Street in Winchester. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. until the time of service at 12 Noon.
    Scobee Funeral Home of Winchester is in charge of arrangements.
    In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorials be made in Elwanda’s honor to First United Methodist Church in Winchester or a charity of your choosing.

Scobee Funeral Home

  Friday, March 8, 2024

    Donald Claude Wiseman, age 80, of Berea, Kentucky departed this life on Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Compassionate Care Hospice Center in Richmond, Kentucky.
    Donald was born on July 13, 1943, in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Jake and Lilly Neal Wiseman.
    In addition to his parents, Mr. Wiseman is preceded in death by three sisters, Betty Tipton, Marjorie Cahal and Patricia Henry.
    Survivors include his wife, Ruby Maupin; three children, Courtney Scott Murray (Dewayne) and their three loving daughters, Clint Wiseman (Lori), and Seth Wiseman (Angie); two step-sons, Lucas Ryan Maupin (Tasha) and their daughter Sophie, and Aaron Cody Maupin and fiancé Amanda Baker; four grandchildren, Olivia, Jack, Grayson, and Nash Wiseman; one brother, J.B. Wiseman (Janice); and one sister, Norma Hall (Gayle); as well as numerous other nieces and nephews and relatives and friends to miss him and mourn his passing.
    Funeral services for Donald Claude Wiseman will be conducted on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Lewis Home for Funerals with Brother Mark Reese officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakdale Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 13th from 6-9 p.m. at the funeral home.
    Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
    In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Compassionate Care Hospice Center in Richmond, Kentucky in honor of their superb care of Mr. Wiseman.

Lewis Home for Funerals

  Friday, March 8, 2024

    Marvin Wilson, age 96, passed into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, March 8, 2024 in Richmond, Kentucky.
    He was born to the late Marvin E. and Mary Lee Todd Wilson on September 11, 1927 in Estill County, Kentucky.
    In addition to his parents, Marvin was preceded in death by his brothers, Harry and Douglas; and sister, Geneva.
    Marvin was a life long member of the Irvine Free Methodist Church where he served in many capacities as well as treasurer for the Kentucky/Tennesee Conference of the Free Methodist Church. His Christian faith was central to his life and at the heart of all he did. Marvin lived a life of faith, filled with service to God and to others. He was often seen as a man of quiet reflection who was principled. He was able to carry on a conversation with anyone and enjoyed doing so.
    He was a United States Army Veteran serving in World War 2. He owned a grocery store with his father, worked for the United States Post Office and ultimately retired after a long career with Union Bank and Trust and BBT Bank. Outside of that, he had the heart of a farmer.
    Marvin, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, is survived by his loving wife of almost 74 years, Betty Rhodus Wilson; his daughter, Debra Kepka (Thomas); and sons, Joe Wilson (Janice) and John Mark Wilson (Lisa); as well as a brother, Sam Wilson; and a sister, Sue Bull (Carl). Marvin is also survived by five grandchildren and five great grandchildren whom he loved immensely. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews whom he held dear. He enjoyed being with family whenever possible.
    Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, March 12, 2024, 1 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mark Parker and Dr. Tony Headley officiating. Burial will be at the Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
    Pallbearers are Erin Kepka, Adam Kepka, Joli King, Jon King, Jalyn Goforth, Ethan Goforth, Morgan Wilson, and Jonray Wilson
    Honorary pallbearers are Marvin’s great grandchildren.
    In lieu of flowers donations in Marvin’s memory can be made to: Eagle Ridge Retreat Center, 8744 Barren River Road, Bowling Green, KY 42101

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Wednesday, March 6, 2024

    Shelby “Perry Dog” Crowe, age 78, of Ravenna, Kentucky, departed this life on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at the Abbyshire Place Nursing Center in Bidwell, Ohio.
    Shelby was born on June 30, 1945, in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Dan and Betty Ann Tipton Crowe. one1 brother, Rudolph Crowe; and two sisters, Bernice Dixon and Imogene Crowe.
    Mr. Crowe was a member of Amvets Post #67 in Clay City, Kentucky. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Shelby was a 32nd degree mason and belonged to the Stafford Masonic Lodge #562 for 46 years.
    He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Linda Gay Crowe; his son, Bradley Keith Crowe (Amy); one sister, Jeanette Dixon; and two brothers, Dallis Crowe (Jeanne) and Reuben Esco Crowe (Raymona). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends to miss him and mourn his passing.
    Funeral services for Shelby “Perry Dog” Crowe will be conducted on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Lewis Home for Funerals. Robert “Skip” Johnson will be officiating. Internment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Graveside military honors will be provided by Clay City Amvets #67 and Stanton American Legion Post #305.
    The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, from 6-8 p,m. at the funeral home. A Masonic service will be held at 8 p.m., Tuesday evening at the funeral home by Stafford Lodge #562, Irvine Lodge #137, and O.D. Henderson Lodge #437.
    Pallbearers will be Bradley and Jeff Crowe, Todd and Mason Griggs, and Rocky and Canyon Hix.
    Honorary pallbearers will be Roger Bowles, Ed Flannery, Russ “K1” Petro, and grand dogs Fred and Frank.

Lewis Home for Funerals

  Tuesday, March 5, 2024

    Elwood “Woody” Brewer, age 85, husband of Maxine Brewer, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, at CHI Saint Joseph Hospital in Mount Sterling, Kentucky.
    He was born in Leeco, Kentucky, on May 5, 1938, to the late Corbett Brewer and the late Lorene Berryman. Woody was a self-employed entrepreneur who owned several businesses throughout his career. He was the proprietor of Standard Oil gas station, Brewer Excavating, Brewer Trucking, Western Auto, Ashland Oil Bulk Plant in Winchester, Buck’s Pizza, and Clay City Car Wash; and was a partner in B and B Auto Parts. Woody was also a private pilot. He was renowned for his hard work, intelligence, and wisdom and was beloved by many.
    In addition to his parents, Woody is preceded in death by his son, Edward Elwood Brewer; his brother, Ellis Brewer; two sisters, Elouise Pence and Elwanda Brewer; one grandchild, Jonathan Brewer; and a host of family and friends.
    In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Steve Brewer (Tracy) of Clay City; two grandchildren, Whitney Young (Wes) and McKenzie Brewer; two great grandchildren, Tatum Grantham and Elsie Mae Young; and a host of family and friends.
    Visitation was held from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky. Funeral services officiated by Brother James Harold Combs were held at the funeral home on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 12 Noon.
    Honorary pallbearers were Perry Patterson, Danny Smith, Wes Young, Doug Dee, James Hall, Larry Hale, and John Ellery Haddix.

Hearne Funeral Home

  Tuesday, March 5, 2024

    Traci Lynn Cahal, age 51, of Timothy Way in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at her home.
    She was born October 5, 1972, in Madison County and was the daughter of Teresa Hatfield-Barger and the late Guy Hatfield, III. She was a member of the Irvine Methodist Church and Job’s Daughters International. She was employed at Pizza Hut and had lived in Estill County most of her life.
    Survivors in addition to her mother include one daughter, Briana Hammons (Charles) of Estill County; one son, Matthew Bryant (Phoebe) of Madison County; one sister, Tina Hatfield of Fayette County; one grandchild, Nathan Bryant; and two nephews, Sebastian Enz and Spencer Enz.
    In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brother, John David Hatfield.
    A memorial service was conducted Friday, March 8, 2024, 12 Noon, at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home with Bro. Jerry Rose officiating. Visitation was held on Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 Noon.
    In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Recovery Café of Lexington, 1109 Versailles Road, Suite 200, Lexington, KY 40508.

Toler Funeral Home

  Tuesday, March 5, 2024

    Let us pray in thanksgiving for the life of our brother, Fr. Albert J. Fritsch, S.J., who died on March 5, 2024 at Colombiere Center in Clarkston, Michigan. He was 90 years old. May he rest in peace.
    Al is survived by his siblings: Charles Fritsch, Edward Fritsch, Frank Fritsch, and Mary Patricia Hoover. He is preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Harmeyer.
    Al was born on September 30, 1933 in Washington, Kentucky. Before entering the Society, he earned a Bachelor's Degree (1955) and a Master's Degree (1956) in Chemistry from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. He entered the Chicago Province of the Society of Jesus on September 1, 1956 at the Jesuit novitiate in Milford, Ohio. He was ordained a priest on June 8, 1967 at Bellarmine School of Theology in North Aurora, Illinois, and pronounced final vows on August 15, 1973 at Xavier University.
    While in the Society, Al earned a Doctorate in Organic Chemistry from Fordham University in Bronx, New York (1964). In 1968 he earned a Licentiate Degree in Sacred Theology (1968) from Bellarmine School of Theology in North Aurora, Illinois.
    During the years that his Jesuit cohorts were missioned to Regency, Al was in doctoral studies at Fordham University. After Theology Studies and ordination, Al was a research associate at the University of Texas in Austin, Texas (1969-1970) before being missioned to Washington, D.C., where he worked with Ralph Nader as a chemistry consultant at the Center for the Study of Responsive Law (1970-1971). Al then became the co-founder and co-director of the Center for Science in the Public Interest (1971-1977).
    In 1977, Al was missioned to Kentucky where he took his knowledge and understanding from working with the Center for Science in the Public Interest and founded Appalachia Science in the Public Interest, a non-profit resource center advocating for sustainable development, responsible resource management, and informed personal choices. Al was the executive director of Appalachia Science in the Public Interest for twenty-five years (1977-2002). In 2002, Al was missioned to sacramental and pastoral ministry in Kentucky at: Good Shepherd Parish in Frankfort (2003-2004), Our Lady of the Mountains Parish in Stanton (2004-2008), and St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish in Ravenna where he was pastor (2008-2023). While doing pastoral ministry, Al continued researching and writing about environmental issues and sustainability. He began the website EarthHealing.info in 2004 and posted [often] daily reflections and videos about living sustainable lives and caring for the Earth. Al was missioned to Colombiere Center in 2023 to care for his health and to pray for the Church and the Society.
    Al was a devoted priest, a conscientious scientist, and a prolific writer. Al's love and care for the Earth and environmental advocacy started early in his life — and long before Universal Apostolic Preference #4 existed — as can be seen in the title of his first book (which was published in 1972): A Theology of the Earth - The Contrasumers: A Citizens Guide to Resource Conservation. His integration of science, research, scholarship, writing, and serving as a voice for those without such a voice was incredibly well-integrated. His passionate search for justice on behalf of those who were marginalized or ignored by corporations who demonstrated little or no concern for people impacted by their negligence was fearless, remarkable, and grounded in the Catholic social ethics of the Roman Catholic Church.
    In addition to his care for the Earth, Al was a real man of prayer, had a devotion to the sainthood cause of Père Jacques Marquette, and served his parishioners with deep devotion. [In spite of living alone for a good portion of his life,] Al was a fine community man who delighted in sharing sacraments, meals, and conversations with his brother Jesuits. He also was never afraid to stir the pot if he felt such was necessary to speak the truth - but always done respectfully.
    He was a true son of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and was grounded in and relied on the simple but profoundly deep faith of his parents and siblings. His writings, poetry, podcasts, and everyday conversations were a rich source of intellectual and pastoral engagement for parts of the Church that were often considered on the periphery.
    Parishioners remember how "Fr. Al" fostered a welcoming and accepting parish community. They fondly remember helping him to plant fruit trees and install solar panels on the parish property. He was always available to those in need and was instrumental in strengthening the faith — and environmental consciousness — of the parish community. Finally, Fr. Al's entire life was about service to others and making the world a better place, whether it was through his sermons, his publications, his environmental work, his website, and his Facebook page.
    When asked in a 2020 interview about his time in Washington, Al stated:
    At that time, we thought the environmental problems would be solved quickly. The first issues we worked on — lead in gasoline, tobacco, asbestos — actually were addressed pretty quickly. There was ample bipartisan interest in doing something, and several issues were cleared up with some government regulation. I actually thought I’d be moving on to something else. As we progressed, however, we recognized bigger underlying issues. We came to the conclusion that consumer addiction was a problem that was not going to be solved quickly. We couldn’t even contemplate the future ravages of climate change at that time!
    Fr. Walter Bado has these thoughts about Al:
    Al deserves a choir of angels singing St. Francis' Canticle of the sun for all he did to cherish and nourish Mother Earth and her divine milieu. In addition to to his researching, writing, and podcasting in connection with "Appalachia: Science in the Public Interest", Al served as pastor in the newly created missionary diocese of Lexington, Kentucky. First, at Good Shepherd parish in Frankfort — with the condition (agreed to by the then head of the diocese, Bishop Ronald Gainer) that he wouldn't have to attend all the parish meetings! Al then served for almost two decades as pastor of St. Elizabeth of Hungary, an outlying parish in the Bluegrass boonies. There he continued to maintain his simple life style, living off the produce of his model fruit-and-vegetable garden adjoining the parish rectory. But in his homilies he continued to give God's people the message of just stewardship of God's bounty. May Al rejoice in the heavenly singing.
    Suffrages: As we remember with gratitude all that God has done through his life of service to God and God's people, we are reminded of our privilege and obligation to offer Masses and prayers for his eternal repose. All members of the USA Midwest Province and those applied are to offer one Mass intention. Members of the St. Camillus Jesuit Community will offer one additional Mass intention. All will wish to remember Al in their prayers and Masses.

Desmond Funeral Home

  Tuesday, March 5, 2024

    Barbara Ann Fox Spencer, age 80, of Winchester, Kentucky, formerly of Irvine, Kentucky, departed this life on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at her home.
    Barbara was born on July 7, 1943, in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Arnold Pete and Frances Catherine Baker Fox.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Robert Eugene Fox; and a brother-in-law, Danny Neal.
    Survivors include two daughters, Connie Richardson Ayres (Samuel) and Selena Richardson Royalty; four grandchildren, Kyle Joseph Ayres (Samantha), Heath Lewis Ayres (Rena), Jessica Raye Royalty, and Daniel Issiah Royalty; five great grandchildren, Harvey Lincoln Ayres, Lydia Jane Ayers, Wren Marina Ayers, Lola Dee Ayers, and Anais Rio Ayers; and one sister, Patricia Neal; along with numerous nieces and nephews and relatives and friends to miss her and mourn her passing.
    A memorial service for Barbara Ann Fox Spencer will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 9, 2024, in the Lewis Home for Funerals Chapel. Brother Jim Muncie and Samuel Ayers will officiate. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until the time of services at 2 p.m. at the funeral home.

Lewis Home for Funerals

  Tuesday, March 5, 2024

    Troy Tipton, age 73, of Centerville, Ohio, went home to be with Jesus, Tuesday, March 5, 2024, after a very short battle with acute myeloma leukemia, surrounded by his family.
    He was born January 1, 1951 in Estill County, Kentucky, the son of Earl Ray and Carrie Shuler Tipton. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Tony, and his sister Mary.
    Troy graduated from Estill County High School. Troy worked at Detroit Tire from 1971 to 1974, when the building he was working in collapsed in the Xenia tornado — he was a true Michelin man! Troy then went on to work for, and retire from, Regional Transit Authority (RTA) after 30 years of service. He worked in maintenance, and was a very skilled driver, competing and winning several bus rodeos around the country. After retirement, he started a snow removal and landscaping business. He also worked alongside his brother, Tony, to help with work revolving around burials and mowing cemeteries. He loved being outdoors and particularly loved spending time in Kentucky on the farm. Troy was a musician and enjoyed playing the bass guitar at church. He was an avid fan of the University of Kentucky Wildcats, and always considered Kentucky his home. Troy was well-liked and had an outgoing personality. He attended Fairhaven Church in Kettering, Ohio. He loved the Lord and there is no doubt he is in Heaven with his Savior, his parents, his brother Tony, sister Mary, and countless other family and friends who have gone before him.
    He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Linda of Centerville, Ohio; his daughter, Stacey Reitz (Michael), grandsons Carter and Hudson of Springboro, Ohio; his son, Brandon (Jennifer) and their children Jace, Brinley and Jolie of Riverside, Ohio. He is also survived by his brothers and sister: Chester Tipton (Eva) of Miamisburg, Ohio; Calvin Tipton (Judy), Bobby (Jessie Lynn) Tipton, both of Irvine; Martha Barnett of Winchester; and Raymond Tipton (Kae) of Irvine; and numerous family members.
    Visitation will be held Monday, March 11, 2024 from 12 Noon to time of service at 1 p.m. at the Woodland Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel, 118 Woodland Ave., Dayton, OH, with Dr. Jim Futrell and his youngest brother, Pastor Raymond Tipton, officiating.
    In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of Dayton in Troy’s memory.

Tobias Funeral Home - Far Hills Chapel

  Sunday, March 3, 2024

    Cecil Thomas “Tom” Puckett, age 87, husband of Geraldine Crabtree Puckett, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Corbin, Kentucky.
    He was born in Clay City, Kentucky, on April 27, 1936, to the late Omer Puckett and the late Ivra Beatrice Abney Puckett. Tom was a truck driver, a United States Army veteran, and a Clay City First Church of God member. He had a beautiful bass voice and enjoyed singing Southern Gospel music. Tom was a kind and gentle person who always prioritized the needs of others. He was also passionate about breeding and raising dogs.
    In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his daughter, Tonja Puckett; three brothers, James Puckett, Larry Puckett and Virden Puckett; and one sister, Wilma Gene Puckett.
    In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Tommy Puckett (Susan) of Clay City and Jed Puckett (Tammy) of Stanton; one daughter, Tammy Puckett of Clay City; two step-daughters, Tammra Routson (Chris) of Findlay, Ohio, and Larrietta Elliotte (Bill) of Corbin; three sisters, Joan Hall, Gearlene Pasley (Lenwell) and Maxine O’Hair, all of Clay City; four grandchildren, Tara Puckett, Travis Puckett, Laryn Puckett and Krana Puckett; five step-grandchildren, Christopher Routson, Reed Elliotte, Stephen Adams (Samantha), Chase Southwood, and Taylor Southwood; two great-grandchildren, Cameron McIntosh and Lily Dailey; and two step-great-grandchildren, Raegan Adams and Emeryson Adams.
    Visitation was held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky. Funeral services officiated by Brother Bill Carpenter were held at the funeral home at 1 p.m., immediately following visitation, on Thursday.
    Burial was held at Sissy’s Garden Cemetery in West Bend with military honors with Jed Puckett, Tommy Puckett, Kyle O’Hair, Chris Boyd, Gary Spurrell, Christopher Routson and Reed Elliotte serving as active pallbearers.

Hearne Funeral Home

  Monday, March 4, 2024

    Robert "Bob" Abney, 86, of Union City, Madison County, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024.
    He was born in Estill County, Kentucky on August 15, 1937, the son of the late Louis Abner and Mary Shepherd Abner Horn. He lived and worked on Castleton Farms in Lexington, Kentucky through the 1960's, where his primary duties were managing the breeding barn for the stud farm.
    Family circumstances led Mr. Abney back to Irvine, where he lived for a period of time before returning to settle in Union City most of his life. Mr. Abney worked for over 30 years at Madison Grocery Company delivering food products to nearby counties. He made many friends in those years before retiring to enjoy time spent with his great grandkids. Before his physical limitations, Mr. Abney loved to fish and would spend many days at Jasper Bend on Lake Cumberland. He was of the Baptist faith.
    He is survived by his wife of 65 years; Irene Miller Abney; one daughter, Sheila Murphy (Gary) of Richmond; one son, David Abney of Richmond; one brother, Dan Abner of Shirley, Massachusetts; one step-brother, Shelby Horn, Esq. of Joplin, Missouri; three sisters-in law, Geneva Murphy, Armeda Sparkman, both of Richmond, and Dereeda Abshear (Raymond) of Irvine; one brother-in-law, Tommy Miller (Regina) of Richmond; two granddaughters, Jennifer Miller (Chad) and Rebecca Colligan (Michael), all of Richmond; one grandson, Brandon Abney (Misty) of Winchester; four great grandsons, Austin Miller, Landon Miller, Patrick Colligan, and Peyton Miller, all of Richmond; two great granddaughters, Hayden Abney of Winchester and Presley Colligan of Richmond; a nephew, Bobby Kirby (Lois) of Brodhead; and numerous other nieces and nephews.
    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Nannie Baber of Winchester, Willie Mae Abner, and Jean Kirby, both of Irvine; three brothers, Andrew Abner, Frank Abner, and Daily Abney, all of Irvine; his mother and father-in-law, TJ and Addie Miller of Irvine; and two brothers-in-law, Royce Murphy and Roy Sparkman, both of Richmond.
    Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at the Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home, W. Main St., Richmond, with his great grandson, Austin Miller, officiating. Burial will follow in the Richmond Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until the time of services on Thursday.
    Pallbearers will be Brandon Abney, Michael Colligan, Austin Miller, Chad Miller, Landon Miller, Tim Murphy, and Tony Murphy.
    Honorary pallbearers will be Hayden Abney, Patrick Colligan, Peyton Miller, and Presley Colligan.

Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home

  Monday, March 4, 2024

    Charles Thomas “Jack” Maness, age 74, of Pea Ridge Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Monday, March 4, 2024, at his home following a long illness.
    He was born November 12, 1949, in Estill County and was the son of the late Charles Evan and Mollie Sparks Maness. He was a former electrician and plumber and attended the Restoration Community Church.
    Mr. Maness is survived by the one and only true love of his life and mother of his children, Wanda Gilbert Maness; one daughter, Misty Renay McKinney (Michael) of Irvine; one son, Charles Terry Maness (Mindy) of Irvine; one sister, Frances Marcum (Marvin) of Irvine; one brother, Jacob Estes (Connie) of Irvine; four grandchildren, Brandi Nicole Lay (Austin), Brandon Michael McKinney (Sabrina), Hallie Maness, and Shelby Maness; and a host of special nieces and nephews.
    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Jackie Dewayne Maness; one sister, Matilda Richardson; and three brothers, Woodrow Dixon, Jr., James Maness, and Michael Wayne “Bimbo” Maness.
    Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, March 7, 2024, 1 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jimmy Bonny officiating. Burial will be at the Campbell Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
    Pallbearers are Randall Richardson, Austin Lay, Jacob Estes, Jason Chaney, Jeff Gross and Joel Harvey.

Toler Funeral Home

  Sunday, March 3, 2024

    Lewis D. Woosley, age 66, of Laurel Street in Irvine, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2024, at his home following a long illness.
    He was born October 15, 1957, in Ohio, and was the son of Hallie Hall Woosley and the late J.D. Woosley. He was a construction worker and had lived in Estill County for most of his life.
    In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Amber Lee Crouch-Woosley of Irvine and her two sons, Tristin Teany and Bentlee Teany; his son, Shawn Witt of Irvine and his three daughters, Isabella Witt, Jaden Walters, and Brittany Marshall; two sisters, Judy Stone and Dawn Noland, both of Estill County; one brother, Joe Woosley of Estill County; and several nieces and nephews
    Special thanks to his special niece, Leisha Marie Taylor.
    In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janet Isaacs Woosley; and two brothers, Anthony and Paul Woosley.
    Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 1 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jerry Rose officiating. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Toler Funeral Home

  Saturday, March 2, 2024

    Barbara Ann Back Conley, age 83, widow of the late Robert “Bob” Earnest Conley, passed away surrounded by those she loved on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester, Kentucky.
    She was born in Sassafras, Kentucky, on January 15, 1941, to the late Dennis Back, Sr. and the late Gertrude Lena Hall Back.
    Barbara attended the Stanton First Church of God and was a devoted follower of Christ Jesus. She loved playing and spending time with the many dogs she has had through the years, most recently her beloved “George”. Barbara was a very generous person to those who were in need and had a deep desire to help those who were less fortunate.
    She spent her professional career as a nurse, graduating from the nursing program at Kentucky State University. During her time as a nurse Barbara worked for the Powell County Health Department, Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington, and Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester.
    In addition to her husband and her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Robert Shane Conley; and one brother, Dennis “Sonny” Back.
    Barbara is survived by one daughter, Angela Robin Wells (Michael) of Lexington; two grandchildren, Jonathan Conley (April) of Jeffersonville and Kaylee McFarland of Mt. Sterling; two great grandchildren, Abby Conley and Mia Conley; and her extended family, Doyle and Aleta McFarland.
    Visitation was held from 5-9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky. Funeral services officiated by Bro. Robert Rice and Bro. Anthony Molihan will be held at the funeral home at 12 Noon on Wednesday, March 6th.
    Burial was held at Kennon Cemetery in Clay City with Jonathan Conley, Doyle McFarland, Danny Rigdon, Danny Sparks, Linville Willoughby and Dean Rogers serving as active pallbearers.
    Honorary pallbearers were Ray Conley, Damon Conley, Michael Wells, Judy Parks, Bob Imhoff, and Bro. Larry Mullins.

Hearne Funeral Home

  Wednesday, February 28, 2024

    Charlotte Anne Gooch, age 63, of Berea, Kentucky departed this life on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Berea, Kentucky.
    Charlotte was born on February 19, 1961, in Middletown, Ohio to the late Virgil and Anna Lee Aldridge Gullette.
    In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by two brothers, Harold and Larry Gullette; and one sister, Barbara Issacs.
    Survivors include three sons, Mondale Gooch (Susan), Ronald Gooch, and Tim Gooch (Becky); five grandchildren, Kandi, Miranda, Natalie, Ashley, and Jordan; one great granddaughter, Nevaeh; two brothers, Paul Gullette (Barbara) and James Brown “JB” Gulette (Sandra); nine sisters, Rosetta Evans (Donald), Norma J. Morgan, Mary Bilyeu, Carolyn Moore (Kendall), Linda Lamb (Jackie), Wanda Gooch (Namon) and Teresa Marshall (Calvin); and numerous other nieces and nephews and relatives and friends to miss her and mourn her passing.
    Funeral services for Charlotte Anne Gooch were conducted on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 1 p.m. at the Whitehall Holiness Church in Richmond, with Brother Calvin Marshall officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 1 p.m. at the church.
    Pallbearers were Mondale, Ronald, Tim, and Jordan Gooch, Zack Chasteen, Landon Owens, and Chris Gullette.
    Honorary pallbearers were Paul and J.B. Gullette.

Lewis Home for Funerals

  Sunday, March 3, 2024

    Roger Thomas "Tom" Taylor, age 69, widower of Glenda Lee Taylor, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family.
    He was born July 30, 1954 in Rush City, Minnesota to the late Ralph Leo and Fayewood Helen Blackburn Taylor. Tom was a retired Physicians Assistant working for the University of Kentucky Hospital and a retired United States Air Force Veteran.
    Survivors include, sons, Adam Taylor (Mallory) and Alex Taylor; a brother, Robert Taylor (Cathy); sisters, Rita Taylor and Rachel Taylor (BJ); and grandchildren, Amela Taylor and Aiden Taylor.
    He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Glenda Lee Taylor.
    Services will be held Tuesday, March 5, 2024, 2 p.m., at Wells Funeral Home, 777 West College Avenue, Stanton, by Bro. Denny French and Bro. Kenny Crouch. Visitation will be on Tuesday 12 Noon - 2 p.m., at the funeral home. Burial will be in Means Cemetery with military honors.
    Active pallbearers serving, Chris Edmonson, Craig Carter, Gary Wayne Tipton, Jamie Rice, Jenna Duncan, Hannah Tipton, and Eric Overbee.
    Honorary pallbearers serving, Eddie Barnes, Henry Derickson, Derek Merion, Gloyd Lee, and Sammy Lee.

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  Friday, March 1, 2024

    Paul Edward Dennis, age 74, of Winston Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Friday, March 1, 2024, at Baptist Health in Lexington following a long illness.
    He was born June 10, 1949, in Estill County, and was the son of the late Glendon Lewis Dennis and Geneva Walters Dennis. He worked for the Trane Manufacturing Co. as a Sheet Metal Fabricator for 38 years. He was a United States Army Veteran and served during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Sandhill Christian Church and he had lived in Estill County for all of his life.
    Mr. Dennis is survived by his wife, Brenda Joy Parks Dennis; two sons, Paul Bradley Dennis (Jenny) and Keith Edward Dennis (Trina), both of Estill County; one sister, Nancy Fox of Estill County; two brothers, Doug Dennis (Emma) and Richard Dennis (Carol), both of Estill County; four grandchildren, Kayla Conrad (Cameron), Brandon Dennis (Bailey), Maycee Dennis, and Carter Dennis; and one great grandchild, Noah Conrad.
    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Kenneth Dennis.
    Special thanks to Baptist Health Infusion in Richmond, Nephrology Associates in Lexington, and all those who lovingly cared for Paul.
    Funeral services were conducted Monday, March 4, 2024, 11 a.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Matt Vaught and Bro. Aaron Gabbard officiating. Burial was at the Dennis Cemetery. Visitation waw held on Sunday from 6-9 p.m.
    Pallbearers were Brandon Dennis, Cameron Conrad, Carter Dennis, Charlie Tipton, Larry Dean Floyd, Ricky Dennis, Dwayne Fox, and Kelvin Dennis.
    Honorary pallbearers were Montie Parks, Russell Parks, and Noah Conrad.

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  Friday, March 1, 2024

    Donald Puckett, age 66, of Tipton Ridge in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Friday, March 1, 2024, at his home following a short illness.
    He was born July 9, 1957, in Madison County, and was the son of the late George Harvey Puckett and Stella McIntosh Puckett. He was a Forklift Operator for Infiltrator Water Tech, and he loved sitting on the porch and watching animals. He had lived in Estill County all his life.
    Mr. Puckett is survived by his wife, Donna Jo Riddell Puckett; three daughters, Marilyn Puckett of Estill County, Kellie Puckett of Fayette County; and Ashley Puckett of Estill County; two sisters, Dimple Woolery of Estill County; and Evangeline Coyne of New York; one brother, Tony Puckett of Estill County; and two grandchildren, Nicholas Don Puckett and Luke Phillip Puckett.
    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Dolly Faye White and Joan Marie Wasson; and three brothers, Clyde Puckett, Manuel Puckett, and David Glenn White.
    A memorial service will be conducted Tuesday, March 5, 2024, 6 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Terry Barnes officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5-6 p.m.

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  Wednesday, February 28, 2024

    Troy Smith, age 71, widower of Glenda Smith, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at Baptist Health Richmond.
    He was born November 6, 1952 in Hazard, Kentucky to the late Rufus and Dora Vivian Salyers Smith.
    Survivors include, sons, Tonny Strange (Samantha), Terry Strange (Amanda), Donnie Smith (Mary), and Tommy Rollyson; daughters, Brittany Poynter (Ray) and Roxanne Swartz (Dustin); a brother, Pete Smith; sisters, Eva Smith and Zelda Wright; grandchildren, Kelsey, Brooklyn, Zaley, TJ, Jade, Dylan, Emily, Wendell, Amanda, Darren, Taylor, Walter, Kayla, Anna, Kary, Emily, Elise, Courtney, Kyla, Colton, Christian, and Sayre'; and seven great-grandchildren.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, wife; sons, Troy Smith Jr., Billy Joe Smith. and Timmy Rollyson; and siblings, Curt Osborn, Sadie Woods, and Debbie Jones.
    Services were held Sunday, March 3, 2024, 4 p.m., at Wells Funeral Home, Stanton. Visitation was held Sunday, 12 Noon - 4 p.m. at the funeral home.

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  Friday, March 1, 2024

    Kathy Combs Nicholson, widow of Charles Edward Nicholson and the daughter of the late Stanley Lee and Virginia Frost Combs was born in Winston, Kentucky on November 30, 1946 and departed this life at her home in Heidelberg, Kentucky on Friday, March 1, 2024 at the age of 77 years, 3 months, and 1 day.
    She is survived by her two children, Robin Haynes and boyfriend, Cecil Sparks, Jr. of St. Johns, Florida; and Stanley Dovell (Maricel) of Maryland; three grandchildren, Shante Johnson of Heidelberg, Charles Haynes of St. Johns, Florida; and David Luke Dovell of Maryland; four great grandchildren, Sarah, Neveah, Eliza, and Natalie; two sisters, Eyvonne Combs Tidwell of Florida and Gayle Combs Sellers of Georgia; and a host of other relatives and friends.
    In addition to her husband and parents, Kathy was preceded in death by a brother, Wendell Combs; a great grandchild, Emily King; and a son-in-law, James Haynes.
    Visitation was held Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 2 p.m. at the Word of Life Pentecostal Church, Butler Ridge Road in Beattyville. Services were held Sunday, March 3rd at 8 a.m. at the Church.
    Newnam Funeral Home of Beattyville was in charge of arrangements.

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  Tuesday, February 27, 2024

    Patricia Anne Stephenson Summers Muncie passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.
    She was born in Petersburg, Virginia on December 16, 1941 to Mr. and Mrs. John Charles Summers (Alice Wood). During her high school years, she attended Stuart Hall School, Vero Beach High School and graduated from Charleston High School in 1959. She spent her summer studying at Stetson University before attending Transylvania University where she earned her degree in 1963. She was a Pioneers cheerleader and member of Chi Omega sorority. Pat did graduate work at EKU and University of Tulsa where she received her certification in Basic Petroleum Geology for the non-geologist from the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences.
    Pat and her husband Tom made their home in Winchester where she taught in Clark County Public Schools from 1964 to 2005, both as a regular classroom teacher and as a substitute. In her early years at Hannah McClure, she taught English in grades 2, 4, 5 and 6. In her later years she took over for a retiring middle school science teacher, loving the opportunity to serve the families of Clark County with her signature no nonsense approach.
    Pat is survived by her three children, Todd Stephenson Muncie (Cheryl), Melissa Muncie Clifton, and Thomas Summers Muncie; and her stepsons, Thomas Daniel Muncie, Jr. (Lisa) and John Duncan Muncie (Beverly).
    Padie loved her grandchildren Catherine Clifton McLaughlin (Tim), Margaret McDowell Clifton, Megan Lynn Muncie, Eleanor James Clifton, Emma Scott Muncie, Ava Noelle Muncie and Sarah Muncie Tierney (Patrick), Dr. Christopher Daniel Muncie (Laura) and Andrew Duncan Muncie. She is also survived by her brother in law, Mr. Doyle Stone and her Muncie and Summer family cousins, nieces and nephews.
    She was predeceased by her husband, Thomas D. Muncie, her brother and sister in law, Mr. and Mrs. John Wood Summers, and her sister- in-laws, Carol Ann Stone and Betty Ann Rye McGowen.
    Mrs. Muncie was a member of the Colonial Dames of America, Fortnightly Club, Winchester Country Club, Daughters of the American Revolution, Transylvania University Chi Omega Chapter and a Kentucky Colonel. Her pioneering skills on the computer, her beautiful needlepoint work and anything bearing an owl motif will bring a smile to her loved ones in her memory.
    Visitation was held at First Christian Church, 24 E. Hickman St. Winchester, KY on Sunday, March 3rd from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The service began at 3:30 p.m. with the Rev. Jerry Johns officiating. An informal reception was held in the fellowship hall after the service.
    In lieu of flowers, a donation to the caring team from Hospice East would be appreciated.

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  Monday, February 26, 2024

    Adrienne Rochelle Kennon, age 31, wife of Jonathon Mullins, passed away Monday, February 26, 2024 at her home.
    She was born July 12, 1992 in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to Richard Douglas Kennon Jr. and Vanessa Napier.
    Survivors include her husband, Jonathon Mullins; three sons, Caiden Mullins, Bently Mullins, and Jackson Mullins; her father, Rick Kennon Jr.; her mother, Vanessa Napier; her mother-in-law, Debbie Barnes (James); her father-in-law, Earl Mullins; and a sister, Summer Barnes.
    Services will be held Friday, March 1, 2024, 2 p.m., at Wells Funeral Home, 777 West College Avenue, Stanton. Visitation will be held Friday, 11 a.m. until service time at 2 p.m. Burial will be in Kennon Cemetery.

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