Sunday, March 17, 2024

    Jeffrey Clay Roberts, 68, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024 at the Stanton, Kentucky Nursing Center surrounded by his family.
    He was born January 2, 1956 in Covington, Kentucky to the late James Clay and Margarie "Sue" Forrester Roberts.
    Survivors include, a brother, Kevin Wright; four sisters, Karen Bowling (Allen), Shannon Little (Mark), Tammy Shoemaker (Mike), and Michelle Roberts.
    He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Bruce Roberts; and a nephew, Jeremy Roberts.
    Services will be held Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 1 p.m. at Wells Funeral Home by Bro. Paul Day. Visitation was on Tuesday, March 19th, 6-8 p.m.
    Burial will be in Resthaven Cemetery with Mikey Shoemaker, Shaun Shoemaker, Tyler Roberts, Adrian Williams, James Townsend, and Danny Dunaway serving as pallbearers.
    Honorary pallbearers serving are Sara Combs, Kevin Chaney, Sammy "Hoppy" Parks, Phillip McIntosh, John McIntosh, Josh Wells, Austin King, John Townsend, and all animals at Fern Hill.

Wells Funeral Home

  Sunday, February 25, 2024

    Mary Louise Stone, 68, of Coudersport, Pennsylvania, formerly of Southampton, New York, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at her home.
    She was born on January 2, 1956, in Southampton, Long Island, NY, the daughter of the late Michael and Ella Brown Ambrose, Jr. She married Dayvid Stone on December 4, 1976, in Southampton and celebrated 47 years of marriage.
    Mary is a member of the Gospel Tabernacle, Coudersport, and the American Legion Auxiliary, Post 192, Coudersport. She also enjoyed watching sporting events, playing cards, and spending time with her husband and friends.
    In addition to her husband, Mary is survived by a daughter, Cynthiana Deaton (Ben) of Berea; a son, Steven Stone of Lexington; brothers, Johnny Ambrose of Austin and Todd Ambrose of Long Island, NY; a sister-in-law, Joanna Ambrose of Southampton; and granddaughters, Allie and Serenity Stone.
    In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Ambrose, III; and three precious babies, Wynton Hellen Stone, Michael Ella Stone, and Fay Robbins Stone.
    Family and friends were welcomed to pay their respects, Sunday, March 3, 2024, from 3-4 p.m. at the Gospel Tabernacle in Coudersport. A celebration of Mary’s life followed at 4 p.m. at the church with Pastor John Minor, officiating.
    Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home of Coudersport was in charge of arrangements.

Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home

  Saturday, March 16, 2024

    Joseph Edward Lewis, age 50, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at his home in Stanton, Kentucky.
    He was born in Hazard, Kentucky, on October 30, 1973, to Sharon Lewis of Stanton and the late J.B. Lewis. Joseph was a flagger working for Wright Traffic Control Services. He really enjoyed playing video games.
    In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Keira Lewis of Clay City; two brothers, James Lewis (Kathy) of Stanton and Jerry Lewis of Jackson; and one sister, Patricia Gross (Greg) of Jackson.
    Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky.

Hearne Funeral Home

  Thursday, March 14, 2024

    Arlene Helene Elam, age 80, widow of the late Vernon C. Elam, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at the Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, in Stanton, Kentucky.
    She was born in Minot, North Dakota, on July 16, 1943, to the late Harvey Fricke and the late Mae Blair Fricke. Arlene was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing, embroidery, and cooking. She earned an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development. Arlene deeply loved her family, and they meant everything to her.
    In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Mark Allen Elam; one daughter, Fredricka “Freddie” Deann Elam; and two brothers, Edward Fricke and Donald Fricke.
    Arlene is survived by one daughter, Dottie Pelfrey (Greg) of Clay City; one brother, Leroy Fricke (Darla) of North Dakota; one sister, Ida Campbell of Stanton; and six grandchildren, Greg Pelfrey (Jessica), Devon Pelfrey (Ashley), Kristan Elam, Nicholas Elam, Joshua Elam, and Matthew Elam (Jessica).
    Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky. Funeral services officiated by Hondo Hearne and Greg Pelfrey will be held at the funeral home at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
    Burial will be held at Resthaven Cemetery in Stanton with Greg Pelfrey, Devon Pelfrey, Mike Smith, Joshua Elam, Matthew Elam, and Louis Nolesco serving as active pallbearers.
    Honorary pallbearers are the staff of Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Brenda Nolesco, Steve Thorpe and Betty Wickline.

Hearne Funeral Home

  Thursday, March 14, 2024

    Barbara Elaine Kirk, age 73, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024 at her home.
    She was born December 23, 1950 in Gulf County, Florida to the late James A. and Merle Criswell Whitehurst.
    Survivors include, a daughter-in-law, Brandy Kirk; four granddaughters, Morgan Adams (Ian), Madalyn Kirk, McKinley Kirk, and Marti Kirk; a great grandson, Levi Adams; and two sisters, Martha Gay and (Tim) Carolyn Nickles.
    She was preceded in death her parents; a son, James Traver Kirk, and brothers and sisters.
    Visitation Monday, March 18, 2024, 3-5 p.m. at the Wells Funeral Home.

Wells Funeral Home

  Thursday, March 14, 2024

    Cleveland Young, widower of Marie Williams Young and the son of the late David and Ida Reece Young was born in Yellow Rock, Kentucky on October 28, 1941 and departed this life in Versailles, Kentucky on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at the age of 82 years, 4 months, and 17 days. He was a Kentucky Colonel, retired as Supervisor of the Woodford County Road Department after 24 years and retired as a Volunteer Firefighter after serving for 31 years.
    Mr. Young is survived by his daughter, LuAnn Campbell (Shawn) and his bonus grandson, Seth Campbell, all of Lexington, Kentucky; 13 brothers and sisters, Martha Revel of Fairfield, Ohio; Shelton Young of Union, Ohio; Hubert Young (Betty) of Lexington, Louise Watson, Mary Begley (Charles), Nancy Rose (Jerry), all of Irvine; Joe Young (Judy) of Beattyville; Clyde Young (Patty), Wanda Mainous, Mae Pasley (Scottie), Norma Rogers (Austin), Hazel Worley (Leon), and Ernest Young (Samantha) all of Irvine; and a host of other relatives and friends.
    In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Young was preceded in death by one brother, David Young, Jr.
    Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 10 a.m. until 12 Noon at Newman Funeral Home, 108 Center Street in Beattyville. The service will be held graveside at 12:30 p.m. at Beatty Place Cemetery, New Yellow Rock Road.
    His brothers and nephews will be serving as pallbearers.
    Honorary pallbearers will be the Woodford County Volunteer Fire Department Station 1.

Newnam Funeral Home

  Wednesday, March 13, 2024

    Judith Ann Adams, 84, widower of Lyle Glynn Adams, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky, surrounded by family.
    She was born on November 14, 1939 to the late Esau Isaacs and Zelma Lee Rice Isaacs in Irvine, Kentucky. She was a secretary at State Farm Insurance.
    Mrs. Adams is survived by one daughter, Tonya Adams (Allison Pettus); two brothers, Bobby Isaacs and Kenny Harris; 15 special family members, Charles Rainey, Kara Lee McGraw, Savanna Claxton- Goodall, Melynda Evans, Sheila Rison, Helen Ruth Spicer, Dale Harris, Jim Isaacs, John Isaacs, Julia Roy, Jody Isaacs, Shawna Akers, Debbie Adams, Carolyn Austin and Ray Adams.
    She is preceded in death by her husband and both parents and three siblings, Welmon Isaacs, Leon Isaacs and Bernice Isaacs Wiseman.
    Visitation will be on Monday, March 18, 2024 from 11 a.m. until the time of the funeral at 1 p.m. at Oldham, Roberts and Powell Funeral Home, 1110 Barnes Mill Road, Richmon. Chad Snellgrove will be officiating. Burial will follow at the Sunset Memorial Gardens in Irvine.
    Pallbearers are Charles Rainey, Paul McGrew, Albert Moore, Bruce Goodall, Tony Brothers and Clarence Rison.
    In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Hospice Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky at 350 Isaacs Lane.

Oldham, Roberts and Powell Funeral Home

  Wednesday, March 13, 2024

    Stephen Foster Rose, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at his home in Stanton, Kentucky.
    He was born in Campton, Kentucky, on February 9, 1935, to the late Bruce Rose and the late Grace Bryant Rose. Stephen was a mechanist for Bundy Tubing Corporation and was a United States Marine Corps Veteran. He was a former member of Harvestime Assembly and was a current member of the Clay City Methodist Church. Stephen was a very strong, honorable, and kind man. He loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and because of that love, he loved deeply and was very loyal to his friends. Stephen was an outdoorsman at heart and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He raised his family on a farm and cherished the time he spent with his loved ones.
    In addition to his parents, Stephen was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis Jo Rose; his son-in-law, Troy Keathley; his brother, Kenton Rose; four half-brothers: Cecil Rose, Frank Rose, Eugene Napier, and Otho Napier; his sister, Bonnie Knox; and his half-sister, Orene Walton.
    He is survived by his girlfriend, Betty Faye Spencer of Stanton; his son, Stephen Curtis Rose of Clay City; two daughters, Jessie Joyce Keathley of Trenton, Texas; and Tina Ann Weldon (Ronnie) of Anna, Texas; four grandchildren, David Christopher Neal, Kelly Bruce Neal (Crystal), Melissa Rose and Foster Leigh Rose; and numerous great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren.
    Visitation was held from 5-8 p.m. on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky. Funeral services officiated by Rev. Kim Rose were held at the funeral home on Monday, March 18th at 1 p.m.
    Burial was at Stanton Cemetery with David Curtis, Chris Neal, Kelly Neal, Grant Childress, Brandon Pennington, Ryan Neal and Logan Neal serving as active pallbearers.
    Honorary pallbearers were H.T. and Wilda Derickson, J.W. Stephens, Charlotte and Heath Waugh, and Darryl and Kellye Ashley.

Hearne Funeral Home

  Wednesday, March 13, 2024

    U.S. Army SGT Lonnie F. Seale, age 46, Passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland after a brief illness.
    He was born on June 30, 1977 in Lexington, and raised in Clay City, Kentucky. He dedicated 13 years of service to the United States Army, where he worked as a heavy equipment mechanic.
    Lonnie was more than just a soldier; he was a friend, a mentor, and a beacon of kindness in a world that often seems too harsh. Those who knew him best remember him as the guy who would drop everything to lend a hand or share a laugh, never asking for anything in return. Lonnie had a knack for making people feel seen and heard, whether he was teaching them how to handle a firearm safely or showing them the ropes in the garage. An outdoorsman through and through, Lonnie found peace in the simplicity of nature. Whether he was out in the woods, bow in hand, or casting a line into a quiet stream, he was in his element. But Lonnie wasn't just about hunting and fishing; he had a passion for life that extended to everything he did. During his time in the military, Lonnie touched the lives of countless young soldiers, many of whom looked up to him as a big brother or father figure. Alongside his loving wife, Anita, Lonnie's door was always open to anyone who needed a friend or a shoulder to lean on. Their home was a place of warmth and acceptance, where everyone was family. One of Lonnie’s most cherished roles was that of a father. Not only was he a loving and devoted Dad to his own children, but he also embraced Anita’s children his own, becoming a father figure to them in every sense of the word. Lonnie leaves behind a legacy of compassion and camaraderie that will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He will be fondly remembered for his infectious laughter, unwavering friendship, and boundless generosity.
    Lonnie was preceded in death by his father, Lonnie Victor Seale; and his mother, Trudy Berryman-Seale.
    He is survived by his wife, Anita; his five children, Michael, Machelle, Glenna, Alyssa, and Tyler; ten grandchildren, Jacob, Aaron, Brayden, Nolan, Colton, Aubree, Addyson, Aiden, Rulie, Korra, Baby Nuss; his brother, Jackie; and his sister, Brandy, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, friends and chosen family.
    Though Lonnie may be gone, his spirit lives on in the memories of those he touched, reminding us all to live each day with kindness, compassion, and a sense of adventure. Rest easy, Lonnie, your journey may have ended, but your legacy will never fade.
    Services Monday, March 18, 2024, 1 p.m., Wells Funeral Home, 777 West College Avenue, Stanton. Visitation Sunday, 6-9 p.m., at the funeral home. Burial in the Donnie G. Randall Veterans Cemetery with military honors.
    Pallbearers serving, Jackie, Butch, Nathan, Brandon, Michael, and Donald.
    Honorary pallbearers serving, Tyler, Jacob, Aaron, Brayden, and Nolan.

Wells Funeral Home

  Wednesday, March 13, 2024

    Lander Stevens, age 78, of Leighton Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at the Baptist Health in Richmond following a long illness.
    He was born December 13, 1945, and was the son of the late Joyce Puckett Stevens and Charlie Stevens. He retired after working thirty years for the Irvine Municipal Utilities where he made many lifelong friends. He had lived in Estill County all his life.
    Mr. Stevens is survived by his wife of 59 years, Stella Horn Stevens; one daughter, Charlotte Ann Tipton (Todd) of Estill County; one son, Roy Lee Stevens of Estill County; a daughter-in-law, Karen Jean Stevens of Estill County; one sister, Wilma Stevens of Estill County; one brother, Darrell Stevens (Janet) of Estill County; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Michael David Stevens; his grandson, Michael Kyle Stevens; three sisters, Carol McKinney, Glenna Stevens, and Virginia Stevens; and two brothers, Charlie and Dale Stevens.
    Funeral services wee conducted Saturday, March 16, 2024, 11 a.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Adrian McKinney officiating. Burial was at the Hoover Cemetery. Visitation was held on Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.
    Pallbearers were James Crank, Lander Rylee Tipton, Joshua Stevens, Jaccob Stevens, Phillip Stevens, and Stevie Young.
    Honorary pallbearers were Eddie Young, Roger Burns, Darrell Stevens and Tim Puckett.
    The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the whole staff of Baptist Health Richmond ICU for doing an amazing job taking care of Lander like family. Also, a special thank you to the #1 dialysis nurse, Tina.

Toler Funeral Home

  Tuesday, March 12, 2024

    Lee James “Butch” Coleman, III, age 74, of Poplar Street in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, following a short illness.
    He was born September 23, 1949, in Harrodsburg and was the son of the late Lee James “Duke” Coleman, II and Bettye Walker Coleman. He was a member of the Estill County Golf Club and attended the Ravenna Nazarene Church. He was retired from FedEx and had lived in Estill County most of his life.
    Mr. Coleman was preceded in death by his wife, Marsha Jean Mays Coleman, and is survived by his daughter, Meagan Chea Coleman Kelley of Frankfort; one sister, Sandy Riley of Bowling Green, Kentucky; and one granddaughter, Lexi Kelley.
    Memorial services will be held at a later date.
    The Warren F. Toler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Toler Funeral Home

  Tuesday, March 12, 2024

    Dorotha Mae Fielder Newton, age 97, of Irvine, Kentucky departed this life on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family.
    She was born November 12, 1926, in Irvine, Kentucky to the late James "Jim" and Sallie Bet Smithers Fielder.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her cherished husband, Glendon Newton; and five siblings: June Fielder, Anna Fielder Witt, Roberta Fielder, Wilma Fielder Buckley, David Fielder, plus twins Cleata and Freda Fielder.
    Dorotha was a member of the Christian Church and was an established business owner and operator of Dot’s Beauty Shop in Irvine. She had formerly worked at Carhartt and Westinghouse for many years - all through which she made many friends and acquaintances.
    She is survived by her beloved son, Philip Newton (Della); three grandchildren, Lori Newton (David Kash), Tonya Kaylor (Jagger), and Jamie Newton; along with three great grandchildren: Kaitlyn Abshear, Dustin Abshear and Kenton Abshear. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends to miss her and mourn her passing.
    Funeral services for Dorotha Mae were conducted on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Lewis Home for Funerals with Brother Tim Floyd will be officiating. Interment followed in Sunset Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until the time of the funeral at 2 p.m. on Saturday.
    Pallbearers were Dustin Abshear, Kenton Abshear, Michael Fielder, Junior Estes, Donnie Barnes, and Eddie Walters.
    Honorary pallbearers were Bruce Coffey and Dobbin Walters.

Lewis Home for Funerals

  Tuesday, March 12, 2024

    Keegan Fayleigh Haddix 23-month-old passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.
    She was born March 17, 2022 to Austin and Marissa Kaylee Haddix.
    She is survived by her parents, Austin and Marissa Kaylee Haddix; two brothers, Sebastian Haddix and Lukas Haddix; two sisters, Ryanna Thacker and Lily Haddix; her maternal grandparents, Jason & Michelle Brown and Scott Dunn; maternal great grandparents, Stanley and Virginia Elkins; paternal grandparents, Missy Bailey and Tyler Neidig, Greg and Jessica Haddix; paternal great grandparents, Don and Ethel Carpenter, Joyce Haddix and Danny Bailey; and aunts and uncles, Nate and Tori Tucker, Savanah Haddix and Wes Branham, and Katie and Jesse Cheatham. She will also be missed by numerous cousins; and special Aunt Brittany Elkins and Uncle John Yost.
    She was preceded in death by a brother, Jaxon Haddix; an uncle, Allen Congleton; a grandmother, Faye Knox; and a grandfather, Donnie Haddix.
    Funeral services were held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 16, 2024 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Donald Hale officiating. Friends visited Friday, March 15th from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial was in the Mountain Rest Cemetery in Stanton.
    Pallbearers were Eric Southwood, Greg Haddix, Scott Dunn, Jason Brown, John Yost, Tyler Neidig, and Keith Smith.
    Honorary pallbearers were Members of the Stanton Fire Department, Powell County EMS; Eddie Barnes, Mike Kelso, Kevin Babcock, Hunter Martin, Doc. Day, Doc. Sites, Cameron, and Sarah and Allie from the UK PICU Unit.

Grayson Funeral Home

  Tuesday, March 12, 2024

    Rebecca Lynn Johnson Sparks, age 49, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024, in Ravenna, Kentucky.
    She was born November 17, 1974, in Lexington, Kentucky, a daughter to the late Johnny and Vivian Combs Johnson. She was a homemaker who loved spending time with family and friends.
    Rebecca is survived by one son, Austin Fox of Beattyville; one sister, Chrystal Green (Jamie) of Booneville; one brother, Shannon Johnson (Connie) of Irvine; and three grandchildren, Kayden Blake Fox, Bailey Lashea Fox and Bentley Sparks; along with many other loving family members and friends.
    She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Jeremiah Fox; one grandson, Jeremiah Fox, Jr.; and one brother, Shane Johnson.
    No services are scheduled at this time.

Booneville Funeral Home

  Monday, March 11, 2024

    Bernadette Knox, age 86, of Clay City, Kentucky, passed away Monday, March 11, 2024.
    She was born December 11, 1937 in Bayonne, New Jersey to Bruno and Mary Bednarski. She was retired from the C.M.S. Factory. She was a member of the Our Lady of the Mountains Church and a member of the Amvets.
    Mrs. Knox is survived by two sons, William Knox and Donald Knox (Geneva); two daughters, Judie Jones (Murrel) and Donna Miller; ten grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren; and two sisters, Carol Haskell and Mary Ann Flores (George).
    She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William "Bill" Knox; and a brother, Raymond Bednarski.
    Funeral services were held at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 16, 2024 at the Our Lady of the Mountains Church in Stanton. Friends visited Saturday at the church from 11 a.m. 'till time of the service. Burial followed in the Donnie G. Randall Veterans Cemetery in Stanton.
    Grayson Funeral Home of Clay City was in charge of services.

Grayson Funeral Home

  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