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Sandra Lee Shirley, 55, was born August 8, 1965 in Green County, KY to Eva Vibbert Robertson and the late Lemuel “Buck” Robertson. She departed this life Friday, April 16, 2021 at her home.

Sandra had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist Faith. She was a Certified Nursing Assistant at Taylor Regional Hospital.  

Besides her father, she was preceded in death by one sister, Sharon Kay Robertson and a son-in-law, Anthony Wade Worner.

SURVIVORS:

Husband: Selby Wade Shirley

1 son: Dustin Wade Shirley of Greensburg, KY

1 daughter: Tracy Lynn Shirley Worner of Summersville, KY

1 sister: Missy Huff of Columbia, KY

4 grandchildren: Anna Marie Worner, Brittnay Lynn Worner, Jessica Lee Worner, Levi Curtis Wade Shirley

A host of relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Friday, April 23, 2021 at 12:00pmCT at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home with Bro. B.J. Huff officiating

Burial: Maple Hill Community Cemetery

Visitation: Thursday, April 22, 2021 from 5:00-8:00pmCT and after 7:00amCT on Friday 

Pallbearers: Chris Bennett, Bobby Vibbert, Jeffery Scruggs, Damean Scruggs, David McAllister, Gary Ballenger

Honorary Pallbearers:  Nathan Scruggs

The family has requested that donations be made to the Maple Hill Cemetery Fund and these can be made at the Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home.

Online Condolences: www.fostertolercurryfh.com

Charlotte Ann Miller, 44, of Russell Springs, KY died Sunday, April 18, 2021 in Russell County.

She was preceded in death by her father, Danny Miller on June 9, 2019.

SURVIVORS:

2 sons: Nathaniel Hatton (Ashley) and Blake Miller both of Russell Springs, KY

Her mother: Conetta McClister Miller of Russell Springs, KY

1 sister: Cynthia Wilson (Chris Golden) of Russell Springs, KY

Several other relatives & friends

Graveside Service: Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at the McClister Cemetery in Fairplay, KY with Bro. Phillip Miller officiating. Burial will follow the service.

There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Timmy Lynn “Honey Bun” Burton, 60, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, April 18, 2021 at his residence. He was born on March 29, 1961 in Columbia, KY to the late Fannie Ethel Sallee Miller (Dale Miller).

Mr. Burton was a member of 3 Trees Church and enjoyed hunting, fishing and trading on beagle dogs. His greatest love was spending time with his family and friends and looking for a great deal or as some would call “Junking”.

SURVIVORS:

7 brothers and 1 sister: Bobby Lee (Ann) of Dunnville, KY, Buford Lee of Knifley, KY, Mary Pendleton of Liberty, KY, Ricky Burton of Columbia, KY, Danny Burton (Laura) of Cave City, KY, Jeff Miller (Melanie) of Knifley, KY, Larry Miller of Russell Springs, KY and Dalton Miller (Treina) of Stanford, KY

Special sister-in-law: Sandy Burton of Lancaster, PA

Several nieces and nephews

Funeral Service: 11:00amCT on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Caldwell Cemetery. 
 

Visitation: Wednesday from 4:00-8:00pmCT and on Thursday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

Maxene Bottom Clayton, 90, passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021 after a short illness. She was born on May 27, 1930 in Russell Springs, KY, one of eight children born to the late Homer and Edith Bottom. 
 

Though she resided in Louisville for 70 years, Russell Springs was still “home”. While she was a hair stylist in her younger years, most of her life was spent as a devoted homemaker. Maxene was a member of Parkland Baptist Church for 70 years.

Maxene was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Elwood Clayton; son-in-law, Bill Renders; mother-in-law, Lora Burton; a brother, Lyman Bottom; and sisters: Olena Akers, Betty Jane Foley and Carolyn Bottom.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Pam Renders

1 grandson: Gerry Renders (Kristen)

1 great-grandson: Clayton Renders

1 brother: H.M. Bottom (Sue)

2 sisters: Mary Ann Rubarts (Jimmie) and Brenda Holt (Jerry)

1 sister-in-law: Joye Bottom

Many nieces and nephews

Funeral Service: 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 20, 2021, at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Matthew Dalton officiating
 

Musical selections will be performed by Steve Stapp. 

Interment: Bethlehem Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, at Bernard Funeral Home

Social distancing guidelines will be followed by everyone in attendance. Facial coverings are required.

Maxene’s arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home in Russell Springs.

Roscoe Franklin Beard, 83, was born July 3, 1937 in Harriman, Tennessee and departed this life on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 in Campbellsville at his home.

Roscoe was an employee of Walmart in Columbia and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed fishing, watching football, taking care of his horses and watching western movies.

SURVIVORS:

Wife: Liza (Lasley) Beard of Campbellsville

1 son: Christopher Beard of Campbellsville

8 grandchildren

2 brothers-in-law: Howard Lasley of Franklin, Indiana and Dewey Lasley of Campbellsville

Funeral Service:  Private for family only with burial to follow in the Callahan Cemetery.

A public visitation will be held on Sunday, April 18, 2021 from 5:00-8:00pmET at L.R. Petty Funeral Home.

Glenn Phillips, 71, the son of the late Benjamin Irvin and Helen Bertha (Blackman) Phillips, was born August 14, 1949 in Lancaster, South Carolina. He departed this life on Thursday, April 15, 2021 in Columbia, KY at TJ Health Columbia. 

He was a retired Industrial Electrician. His work took him to several countries across Europe and Asia where he helped build and maintain power plants. After retiring, Glenn.. well, he simply enjoyed life. Woodworking, fishing, gun and knife collecting, and caring for his dogs were some of his favorite pastimes.

SURVIVORS:

His significant other of 31 years: Barbara O’Neill of Russell Springs, KY

4 children: Felecia C. Eckman and husband Willis of Atlanta, Georgia; Mechelle Head of Tallapoosa, Georgia; Joseph Dwayne Phillips and wife Shannon of Ridgeway, South Carolina; and Jennifer Morris of Batesburg, South Carolina

2 brothers and 3 sisters: David Phillips, Patricia Jones and husband Greg, Janice Harmon and husband Mike, and Timmy Phillips all of South Carolina, and Virginia McVickers of North Carolina

11 grandchildren

6 great-grandchildren

A host of other relatives and friends

To fulfill a request of Mr. Phillips, the family chose cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Campbellsville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

James “J.C.” McFarland, 62, passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at the Jean Waddle Hospice Care Center, in Somerset. Born on August 19, 1958 in Hammond, Indiana, he was the son of Chesley “Pete” and Lofie Gosser McFarland. 

J.C. grew up helping his father build barns.  He raised tobacco for many years.  J.C. was certified electrician.  Throughout his career, he worked at Fruit of the Loom, Superior Battery, and Tantus Tobacco and Stephens Pipe and Steel.  
 

J.C. was a jack of all trades who enjoyed tinkering and fixing things.  He loved spending time with his family and fishing, especially with his fishing buddy, Arielle.  He was a faithful member of Pine Grove United Baptist Church and enjoyed singing and picking the guitar.

SURVIVORS:

Wife of 44 years: Diana Johnson McFarland

1 son: Joey (Jenna) McFarland of Russell Springs

Mother: Lofie McFarland of Russell Springs

1 sister: Joyce (Alan) Voils of Russell Springs

A granddaughter: Arielle Burton of Russell Springs

Several nieces and nephews

J.C. was preceded in death by his father, Pete McFarland; and a daughter, Kristi Dawn Burton.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at 12:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Gosser and Bro. Alan Voils officiating

Burial: Pine Grove Cemetery

Visitation: 5:00pm-8:00pmCT on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Bernard Funeral Home

Social distancing guidelines must be followed by everyone in attendance. Facial coverings are required.

James J.C. McFarland’s arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home.

An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

Annamae Marie Cruz, 40, of Horse Cave, KY died Saturday, April 10, 2021 at the Medical Center at Bowling Green. She was born on November 8, 1980 to the late Ralph and Cathy Cross Woods. 
 

She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Matteo Callejas.

SURVIVORS:

Her companion: Pedro Compos of Horse Cave, KY

3 children: Antonio Callejas, Jr. (Katelyn Barrett) and Cecilia Sanchez both of Columbia, KY and Selena Woods Couch (Jacob) of Hopkinsville, KY

2 grandchildren: Trevor and Madilyn Couch

1 sister: Beth Cole of Moreland, KY

1 brother: Ralph Woods, Jr. of Danville, KY

Graveside Service: Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 1:00pmCT at the Columbia Cemetery. 
 

Visitation: Tuesday from 11:00am-1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

Terry Lee Goodin, 65, of Columbia, KY passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at Russell County Hospital. Born on December 19, 1955 in Somerset, KY, he was the son of the late Elbert and Lois Holt Goodin. 

Terry married Kathy McKinley on October 19, 1974. He ministered for 38 years, pastoring churches in Russell, Pulaski, Casey and Adair Counties. He was a member of White’s Chapel Separate Baptist Church. For many years, Terry was the owner and operator of T. Goodin Fertilizer. He was a member of the Hood Masonic Lodge #839. Terry loved riding his Harley Davidson and loved the time spent with his grandchildren. 

SURVIVORS:

Wife of 46 years: Kathy Goodin of Columbia, KY

2 sons: Brandon Terald Goodin (and Carrie) of Spring Hill, Tennessee; Brently Goodin (and Hannah) of Russell Springs, KY

1 daughter: Lindsay Williams (and David) of Russell Springs, KY

His brothers: Dr. Robert Goodin and Donnie Goodin, both of Louisville, KY; Dr. Dale Goodin (and Cheryl) of Versailles, KY; Jerry Goodin (and Carolyn) of Columbia, KY

7 grandchildren

His special furry friend: “Chewie”

Along with his parents, preceding Terry in death are a brother, Fred Goodin and 3 sisters: Linda Burton, Joyce Durham and Sue Newton.

Funeral Service: Sunday, April 11, 2021 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Scott Proctor and Bro. Jeff Carnes officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: Saturday, April 10, 2021 from 5:00pm-8:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home

Social distancing guidelines must be followed by everyone in attendance. Facial coverings are required.

Pallbearers: Robb Durham, Eric Goodin, Jason Goodin, Paxton Goodin, Mason Goodin and Michael Daniel

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made to:  St. Jude’s Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.

Terry’s funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home.  An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

Jerry L. Jones, 68, of Knifley, KY died Friday, April 9, 2021 at Norton Hospital in Louisville, KY.  He was born in Knifley, KY on July 12, 1952 to the late John R. and Sarah Frances Stapleton Jones

Mr. Jones was a member of the Hovious Mission Church.  Along with his son they had Jones Construction and built many homes and other projects in the area.  He enjoyed working on old tractors and trucks and spending time with his family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Jerri Lynn Jones.

SURVIVORS:

Wife: Barbara Cowan Jones of Knifley, KY

2 children: Mark Jones (Jennifer) of Knifley, KY; Lissa Ann Armer (David) of Greensburg, KY

4 grandchildren: Trent Jones (Kayla Marie), Ty Jones, Chase Armer (Hope), Hunter Armer and Brianna Armer (James Dillon Shrout)

2 great-grandchildren: Aria and Caleb Armer

5 siblings: Bernice Beard of Knifley, KY, Carol Greer of Russell Springs, KY, Ellen Foster (Mike) of Campbellsville, KY, Barbara Feese of Columbia, KY and James R. Jones (Pat) of Campbellsville, KY

Several nieces and nephews

In addition to his parents and infant daughter, he was preceded in death by siblings: Betty Doris Adams, Johnny Jones and Paula McKinley and 2 infant siblings.

Funeral Service: Monday, April 12, 2021 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Raymond Atwood officiating

Burial: Mt. Carmel Cemetery

Visitation: Sunday from 4:00-8:00 PM and on Monday morning until time for the service 

Pallbearers: Chase Armer, Ty Jones, Hunter Armer, David Armer, Trent Jones, Mark Jones and Billy Rice

Honorary Pallbearers: Kevin Foster, Gerald Lucas, Dillon Shrout, Gary Hixson, Johnny Perkins, Jim Keen, Mike Foster and Brianna Armer

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Donna Jean Akers, 59, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, April 10, 2021 at her home.

The family has chosen cremation and a private memorial service will be at a later date.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Roy Garrett, 88, of Columbia, KY died Thursday, April 8, 2021 at his home.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 3:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Clifton Bennett officiating

Visitation: After 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday

ALL ATTENDEES TO THE VISITATION AND/OR FUNERAL ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A FACIAL COVERING AND FOLLOW THE HEALTHY AT WORK GUIDELINES

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Marshall Bloyd, 79, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Thursday, April 8, 2021 at his residence. He was born on Monday, June 23, 1941 in Russell Springs, KY, the son of the late J.P. Bloyd and Exzona (Blakey) Bloyd.

Marshall retired from the United States Army and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was also a former employee of Fruit of the Loom.

SURVIVORS:
Wife: Heide Bloyd of Russell Springs, KY 
1 Daughter: Stefanie Bloyd of Huntsville AL

5 Sisters: Faetta Hill of Jamestown, KY; Martenia Cundiff (Paul) of Jamestown, KY; Meshale Haynes (Jerry) of Lexington, KY; Tamara Roller of Kingsport, TN; and Mavis Wooldridge (Clyde) of Russell Springs, KY

7 Brothers: Lanier Bloyd of Russell Springs, KY; Norvil Gene Bloyd (Barbara) of Russell Springs, KY; Jarvis Bloyd (Becky) of Russell Springs, KY; Akalas Bloyd of Russell Springs, KY; Manford Bloyd (Barbara) of Russell Springs, KY; Oler Bloyd (Tonya) of Russell Springs, KY; and Ronnie Bloyd (Margaret) of Columbia, KY

1 grandson: Trayce Bloyd

A host of nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Sunday, April 11, 2021 at 3:00pmCT at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY with Bro. Johnny Blakey officiating

Visitation: Sunday, April 11, 2021 from 1:00-3:00pmCT at Wilson Funeral Home 

Interment: Blakey Cemetery, Hwy 619, Jamestown, KY

Military Honors will be presented by the Russell County Honor Guard.

Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Tommy J. Kinnett, 70, of Jamestown, KY passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at his home. Born on June 5, 1950 in Somerset, KY, he was a son of the late James Homer “Smokey” and Betty Cooper Kinnett.
 

Tommy was an US Navy veteran, a retired controller for UTP Materials in Houston, Texas, and owner/operator of a local trailer park. He loved walking his dog, Luna, and traveling across the state visiting flea markets. Tommy enjoyed collecting pictures and framed art and reading. He was a giver and loved his family. 

SURVIVORS:

2 brothers: Jock (and Linda) Kinnett of Lexington and Mark (and Danielle) Kinnett of Jamestown

1 nephew: Micah (and Elena) Kinnett of Frankfort

3 nieces: Katelyn Kinnett of Jamestown, Stephanie Kinnett of Jamestown, and Sarah (and Matt) Wall of Lexington

Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Glenn Richardson officiating

Burial: Jamestown City Cemetery
 

Visitation: 12:00pm-2:00pmCT on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Bernard Funeral Home

Matt Wall, Victor Cooper, H.K. Cooper, Ronnie Cooper, Don Cooper, and Brian Bunch will serve as Tommy’s pallbearers. 
 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 2167, Lexington, KY 40588. 
 

Tommy’s funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

Genevia Harden, 89, of Columbia, KY died Monday, April 5, 2021 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. She was born May 5, 1931 in Pineville, KY to the late Warren and Eller Markle Thompson. 
 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, B.C. Harden, her daughter, Judy Carol Harden Pickerell and a niece, Donna Ramey.

Genevia was a member of Columbia Church of Christ and former owner/operator of Harden’s Discount and Auction Barn.

SURVIVORS::

One brother – Raymond Thompson of Louisville

Nieces & Nephews – Brenda Snook (Stephen) of Simpsonville, Janet Knaster of Louisville, Richard Harden (Jackie) of Campbellsville, Calvin Harden of Louisville, Kathy Yount (Darrell) of Shelbyville

Several other relatives and friends

Funeral service: Friday, April 9, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Hugh Gannon officiating

Burial: Harden Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00 A.M. Friday

ALL ATTENDEES TO THE VISITATION/FUNERAL ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A FACIAL COVERING AND FOLLOW THE HEALTHY AT WORK GUIDELINES

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Winfrey Gerald “Mick” Burton, 76, of Columbia, KY died Monday, April 5, 2021 at his home. He was born February 26, 1945 to the late Carl and Altha Pyles Burton. 

Mick was a licensed barber, had managed Burton Brothers Service Station for over 20 years, a member of Emory’s Chapel United Methodist Church where he faithfully attended until his recent illness. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Keith “Kevin" Burton, Clifton “Wayne” Burton and one sister, JoAnn Burton.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 49 years: Nancy Turner Burton of Columbia

1 son: Adam Gerald Burton (Amber) of Edmonton

2 brothers: Rabon “Toon” Burton (Ethel) of Columbia and Ralph (Peggy) Burton of Liberty

2 sisters: Frances Hatch (Marvin) of Mt. Washington and Gail Camfield (Randy) of Columbia

Several nieces, nephews and a host of extended family & friends

Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Richie Coomer and Bro. Adam Burton officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. Tuesday

ALL ATTENDEES TO THE VISITATION AND/OR FUNERAL ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A FACIAL COVERING AND FOLLOW THE HEALTHY AT WORK GUIDELINES.

Casket Bearers: Mike Burton, Larry Burton, Barry McGaha, Logan Turner, Justin Cox, Mike Loy

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.