Pauline Cheatham, 99, of the Garlin Community of Adair County, KY died Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the Casey County Hospital in Liberty, KY.  She was born on January 19, 1922 to the late J. W. “Willie” and Mamie Wilcoxson Stephens. 
 

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Price Cheatham on July 5, 2010; two granddaughters: Jill & Amanda Blair on July 3, 1985; and 5 siblings: Milton, Johnny, C.C. and Billy Stephens and Ruth Grant. 

Mrs. Cheatham was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. She was an Avon Sale Representative, worked at Cheatham and Wethington Ashland Oil Distributor, a former greeter at Walmart and a homemaker. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and enjoyed spending time with all of her family.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Steve Cheatham & wife Joyce

5 daughter: Brenda McQueary & husband Louis, Pat Blair & husband Larry, Pam Burton & husband Billy, Sherry Cheatham, and Marty Wooldridge & husband John, all of Columbia, KY

12 grandchildren Jamie Murrell, Julie Irvin, Robin Loy, Bryan Cheatham, Nikki Loy, Brea Compton, Chad Burton, Josh Kemp, Nick Kemp, Dr. Adam Wooldridge, Ethan Wooldridge & Jordan Burton

30 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren (& one expected in March) Several nieces, nephews, friends & other relatives

Funeral Service: Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at 11:00amCT at  Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Rev. William R. Davenport officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: Monday, August 2, 2021 from 3:00-8:00pmCT and on Tuesday morning until time for the service 

Pallbearers: Bryan Cheatham, Chad Burton, Josh Kemp, Nick Kemp, Dr. Adam Wooldridge, Ethan Wooldridge, Caleb Irvin and Ty Cheatham.

In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to the Green River Animal Shelter or to JOY Ministries and can be left at the funeral home.  
 

The family request that all attendees for the visitation and funeral service wear a mask or face covering.
 

Earl Bradshaw, 81, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. He was born May 25, 1940 in Adair County, KY to the late Granville and Ella Stotts Bradshaw. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Wilson Bradshaw on September 4, 2012. 

Earl was a member of Columbia Church of Christ, a self-employed automobile body repairman, worked at the Recycling Center and enjoyed fishing.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Patrick (Tammy) Bradshaw of Columbia, KY

2 daughters: Sandy Bradshaw and Beverly (Clay) Jones, both of Columbia, KY

2 sisters: Irene Pike of Campbellsville, KY; Mildred (Bobby) Sneed of Gradyville, KY

8 grandchildren: Josh Grant, Adam (Kelly) Grant, Emily (Jon) Billingsley, Cortney (Stephen) Edwards, Lacey (Eric) Rooks, Cameron Lee, Kaylee Warf, Mason Bradshaw

9 great-grandchildren: Madison and Brenton Billingsley, Caleb, Katie, Maddux and Jake Edwards, Macy Rooks, Tyler and Rylee Grant

1 niece: Melissa Sneed of Columbia, KY

Funeral Service: Sunday, August 1, 2021 at 3:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Dean Roach officiating

Burial: Moore Cemetery

Visitation: After 9:00 A.M. Sunday

Casket Bearers: Cameron Lee, Caleb Edwards, Adam Grant, Eric Rooks, Stephen Edwards, Jon Billingsley, Brenton Billingsley, Patrick Bradshaw

Honorary: Ronnie Stone, J.T. Stearns, Jimmy Long, Steven Haney, Danny Downey, Jacody Downey, Barry Morrison, Josh Caudill, L.C. Bradshaw, Johnny Wilson

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Reba Moore Akin, 88, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. She was born July 4, 1933 in Adair County. 

She was preceded in death by her father, Arvis Raymond Moore; her mother, Ruth Hamilton Pinkney; her husband, Finley Akin; a son & daughter-in-law: Mike and Rochelle Akin; a granddaughter, Sarah Akin Morrison; and 3 great-grandchildren: Kayson and Lathan Morrison and Austin Bryant.

Reba was a member of Big Creek Missionary Baptist Church, worked at Fruit of the Loom for several years and retired as a CNA from T.J. Samson Community Hospital.

SURVIVORS:

Daughter & son-in-law: Sharon and Rocky Morrison of Columbia

Grandson: Chad Morrison and his wife Angie of Columbia

Granddaughter: Robin Branham and her husband Wesley of Columbia

7 great-grandchildren: Riley Bryant and his wife Cecily, Jamison Ford, Katelyn and Emillee Morrison, Jessica Nuszbaum and Aaron Branham

Funeral Service: Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Rusty Brown officiating

Burial: Moore Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Friday

Casket Bearers: Chad Morrison, Riley Bryant, Wesley Branham, Aaron Branham, Bruce Akin, Jamison Ford

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Patricia D. McGlone, 76, of Jamestown, KY, passed away Wednesday, July 28th, at her residence. She was born in Knoxville, TN on December 14, 1944, a daughter of the late Velma (Covey) and James E Thacker. 

She was a homemaker 

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Melissa Schmidt 

3 sons: Jeffrey McGlone, Greg McGlone, and Douglas McGlone 
6 grandchildren 

The family chose care and cremation. 
 

H.E.Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown is in charge of the arrangements.

Robert W. Merideth, 73, of Jamestown, KY passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Park City, KY on December 31, 1947, a son of the late Marjorie (Hogan) and Robert Merideth. 

Robert served in the U.S. Army and the USAR for 22 years, fighting in the TET Offensive-Kontum and Battle of Lang VIE. He recieved several Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart. 

SURVIVORS:
Wife: Rhonda Carol Merideth of Franklin, KY 
1 son: Chris Merideth (Laura) of Jamestown, KY 
2 stepdaughters: Beverly Cowles of Scottsville, KY; Tori Goodrum (James) of Franklin, KY
1 stepson: Jason Mulligan of Franklin, KY 
1 sister: Treva Childress (Eric) of Park City, KY
8 grandchildren 

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his first wife, Martha (Britt) Merideth; a brother, Donald Merideth; and a grandson, Matthew Merideth. 

The family chose care and cremation.

H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in charge of arrangements.

Bro. Edward Eugene “Gene” Grasham, 73, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, July 25, 2021 at his home after a short illness. He was born November 16, 1947 in Jellico, Tennessee to the late Robert Hood and Mary Margaret Staples Grasham. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a special aunt, Fannie Grasham Flowers.

He lived in Sandy Flat, KY until going to Johnson Bible College in 1966 to study for the ministry, graduating in 1970. He served student ministries in Glen Alice, Tennessee and Woodbine, KY. He married Barbara Sue Martin on August 1, 1969 and together they served Christian Churches in Pulaski, Illinois, Bedford, Indiana, Loogootee, Indiana, Byrdstown, Tennessee and Hedgesville, West Virginia before retiring in 2016. Since retirement, he has preached part-time at Westview Christian Church in Albany, KY and Cane Valley Christian Church in Cane Valley, KY.  At the time of his death, he was a member of Columbia Christian Church where he served on the Evangelism and Mission Ministry Teams, had taught Wednesday night Bible study and Sunday School. He was very involved in the Adair County Food Pantry and making sure the Cox Cemetery was always taken care of.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Barbara Sue Martin Grasham of Columbia, KY

2 sons: Robert Allen Grasham of Columbia, KY and Timothy Michael Grasham (Susan) of Frankfort, Indiana

3 grandsons: Isaac, Riley and Eli Grasham all of Frankfort, Indiana

2 brothers: Robert Hood Grasham (Bessie) of Eli, KY and George Otis Grasham (Debbie) of Charlestown, Indiana

1 sister: Elizabeth “Betty” Johnson of Jacksboro, Tennessee

3 nephews & 1 niece: Jason & Amanda Grasham; Keith & George Johnson

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Friday, July 30, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. at Columbia Christian Church with Bro. Richard Martin and Bro. Steve Martin officiating

Private Graveside service: Saturday, July 31, 2021 at Cox Cemetery with Bro. John Davis and Bro. Adam Shepard officiating

Visitation: After 11:00 A.M. Friday at Columbia Christian Church

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to Johnson University, 7900 Johnson Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee 37998 or the Cox Cemetery Fund. These may be left at the Church or Funeral Home.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Cynthia Kay Harris, 57, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, July 25, 2021 at her home. She was born August 25, 1963 in Jeffersonville, Indiana to the late Norris and Marilyn Jenkins McCawley.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Troy Harris of Columbia

2 sons: Marc Carroll of Ocala, Florida and Jordan Durham of Columbia

1 daughter: Jackylin (Nathan) Akin of Clarksville, Tennessee

1 brother: Shawn McCawley of Columbia

4 sisters: Edith McCawley of Indiana, Anita McCawley, Cathy McCawley and Sonja Lausterer all of Columbia

6 grandchildren: Lauranna Carroll, Ivory Durham, Konner Akin, Isabell Durham, Tate Akin, Ilana Durham

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Ralph Foster officiating

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Wednesday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Harry Allen Kimbler, 74, was born on September 9, 1946 to Edgar and Ruby Roy Kimbler, both deceased. 

Harry loved and sang gospel music for many years with various groups such as: The Deliverance Quartet, The Rock of Ages Quartet, The Blakey Quartet and Pure Gospel. He was a member of Fairview Separate Baptist Church. Harry was also a former farmer, school bus driver and served as a Russell County School Board member. He was an organ (liver) recipient in 2005 and was blessed with nearly 16 years of extended life.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 51 years: Delaine Miller Kimbler

2 children: Brent (Deana) Kimbler and Tanaya (Mark) McQueary

3 grandchildren: Devin (Kristina) Wilson, Brett Kimbler and Mallie McQueary

2 sisters: Faye (Al) Simpson and Delcia Cook, both of Louisville, KY

3 sisters-in-law: Lila Kimbler of Edmon, Oklahoma, Jewel Kimbler of Columbia, KY, and Gladys Kimbler of Shepherdsville, KY

His mother-in-law: Elizabeth Miller of Jamestown, KY

A host of nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Doug Baldwin, Bro. Devin Wilson, and Bro. Willard Bryant officiating

Burial: Wheat Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Wednesday at Bernard Funeral Home

Pallbearers: Brett Kimbler, Devin Wilson, Sean Cook, Doug Kimbler, Nick Kimbler, and Sam Baker. 

Honorary Pallbearers: David Hadley, Mark Kimbler, Rodney Simpson, Greg Kimber, Brad Kimbler, Scott Cooper, Scott Curry, Phil Miller, and Tim Baker. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wheat Cemetery Fund, c/o Elizabeth Miller, 4307 N. Hwy 55, Jamestown, KY 42629 or to the Freedom Cemetery Fund, c/o Valerie Taylor, 371 Freedom Church Road, Russell Springs, KY 42642.

Bernard Funeral Home in Russell Springs is in charge of the arrangements.

La Verne B. Stephens, 84, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Fair Oaks Nursing Facility in Jamestown. La Verne was born on February 6, 1937 in the Webbs Crossroads community of Russell County, daughter of the late Oris and Agnes Smith Beane. 

She retired after 22 years of teaching Special Education at Russell Springs Elementary School. La Verne loved the outdoors and in warm weather, would be found outside tending a garden, working in flowers or pulling weeds.  She was an animal lover, and was especially fond of her cats. La Verne was an avid reader and enjoyed working her crossword puzzles.

She is survived by her sons: Richard (and Debbie) Stephens of Jamestown, Lanny Stephens of Russell Springs, and Kyle (and Judy) Stephens of Russell Springs; her daughters: Shannon (and Norm) Biller of Lexington, and Deidre (and Steve) Richardson, of Russell Springs; her grandchildren: Ryan (and Sara), Kynna, Keli (and Jeremy), Jonn, Khari, Seth and Samantha (and Ben); and several great-grandchildren.

Along with her parents, La Verne is preceded in death by her husband, Urias “Deedle” Stephens, Jr., who passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2014; and her sister, Marlene Smith.

Funeral service: 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Carroll Egnew officiating
 

Burial: Mount Calvary Cemetery
 

Visitation: Monday, July 26, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Bernard Funeral Home and after 8:00 a.m., Tuesdy

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Lake Cumberland, 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, KY 42503.

La Verne B. Stephens’ arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home.  An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

Carolyn Ann Williamson, 74, of Columbia, KY died Friday, July 23, 2021 at T.J. Health Columbia. She was born on June 28, 1947 in Cumberland, MD to the late Carl G. and Emma Jean Smith Stierstorfer.

Carolyn was a member of Central Church of Christ and enjoyed crafts and decorating.  She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Carolyn was also a homemaker and a devoted Detroit Tigers fan.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 53 years: Hassel “Hack” Williamson of Columbia, KY

3 children: Lori Topping (Joey) of Columbia, KY, Tamara Pope (David) of North Richland Hills, TX and Scott Williamson of Chattanooga, TN

8 grandchildren: Zachary Topping (Alexandria), Ashleigh McCasland (Jeremy), Michaela Topping, Liberty Topping, Sophia Topping, Gabriella Toy (James), Aaron Pope and Nolan Pope

6 great-grandchildren: Kaleb McCasland, Serenity Topping, Aurelia McCasland, Axel Topping, Eleanor Topping and Willow Topping

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Jayson Noah Williamson; 5 grandchildren; and a great grandchild.

Funeral Service: 1:00pmCT on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Jared West officiating
 

Visitation: Tuesday after 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

Burial: 12:00pmCT on Wednesday at K.H. Williamson Cemetery in Varney, KY

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

Sonny Jacob, 80, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Cincinnati, OH on September 26, 1940, a son of the late Clara (Schaaf) and Clarence Jacob. 

He was a retired warehouse lead man at ITT Grinell. 

SURVIVORS:
Wife: Paulette (Polly) Hopper Jacob 
1 stepson: Shannon McGowan 
1 grandson: Coty McGowan (Laura) 
1 great-grandson: Hunter McGowan 
Special niece: Beth Stephens 
Best friend: furry companion "Bailey"

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by 2 sisters, Clara Taylor & Mary German and a stepson, Shane McGowan. 

Graveside Service: Sunday, July 25, 2021 at 2:00pmCT at the Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery in Russell Springs, KY with Bro. Nick Armstrong officiating.

H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown is in charge of the arrangements.

Marshall M. Williams, 83, of Jamestown, KY passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2021 in Jamestown. He was born in Jamestown, KY on November 21, 1937, a son of the late Jaovel (Clayton) and Morris Williams. 

Marshall was a member of Greens Chapel Baptist Church and was retired from the State Highway Department 

SURVIVORS:
2 daughters: Marcella Green (Henry) of Lawrenceville, GA and Sharon Pipkin (Michael) of Columbia, KY
3 sons: Mark Williams of Angel City, Philippines; James Williams of Jamestown, KY; and Jeffery T. Williams of Jamestown, KY
4 sisters: Betty Morris of Indianapolis, IN; Evelyn Smith of Marion, IN; Sandra Walker of Ballwin, MO; and Teresa Knox of Indianapolis, IN
1 brother: Terry Williams of Marion, IN
3 granddaughters: Angel Williams, Brittany Williams, and Jessica Williams

4 great-grandchildren

A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends 

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Ann Williams; 3 brothers: Paul Williams, Alfred Williams, and Melvin B. Williams; and a sister, Barbara Williams Jones. 

Graveside Service: Saturday, July 24, 2021 at 1:30pmCT at Greens Chapel Cemetery in Jamestown, KY with Rev. A.R. Taylor, Jr. officiating

Family request memorial donations to the Greens Chapel Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 442, Columbia, KY 42728.

Adam Dyson, 35, of Jamestown, KY passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at Russell County Hospital in Russell Springs, KY.  He was born in Somerset, KY on December 13, 1985, a son of Karen (Kempf) and John M. Dyson of Jamestown, KY. 

Adam was the Activity Director at Fair Oaks Nursing Home in Jamestown, KY. 

SURVIVORS:
Wife: Megan (Blakey) Dyson of Jamestown
1 son: Emmett James Dyson of Jamestown

Parents: John & Karen Dyson of Jamestown
Father & mother-in-law: Jr. & Deidre Blakey of Jamestown
2 sisters: Kindra Abney (John) of Mount Dora, FL; Steffani Miller (Cliff) of Richmond, KY
1 sister-in-law: Katlin Dowell (Steven) of Lexington, KY 
Nieces & nephews: Isabella Abner, Gabriella Abner, Callie Miller, Cole Miller & Drake Dowell
A host of aunts, uncles, and cousins

Adam was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Gil and Mickey Kempf; paternal grandparents, Richard and Leona P. Dyson; and his grandparent-in-laws, L.G. and Reba Blakey and James David Gaskin. 

Funeral Service: Saturday, July 24, 2021 at 6:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with John Abner officiating

Visitation: Saturday 3:30pm-6:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel

Interment: Jamestown Cemetery 

Pallbearers: Derek Stephens, Luke Stephens, Adam Stille, Jason Kempf, Steven Dowell, Cody Fenske, Dustin Baird, Cliff Miller, Tim Wade, Dylan Smith, David Kelch and Sam Amirante. 

Family request memorial donations to the Emmett James Dyson future fund and can be made at the funeral home. 
 

Mary Ann Wright, 50, of Jamestown, KY passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at home. She was born on February 26, 1971 in Albany, KY, a daughter of the late Lloyd and Rosie Melton Brown. 
 

She was a homemaker who loved spending time with her grandchildren. Mary enjoyed working in her flowers and gardening. She was a member of Poplar Grove Church.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Mitchell Wright (and Lacey) of Dunnville, KY, Heather Edmonds (and Isaac) of Russell Springs, KY and Jacob Wright (and Karis) of Jamestown, KY

2 brothers: Raymond Brown (and Teresa) of Albany, KY and Bill Brown (and Shelia) of Columbia, KY

3 sisters: Lola Cape (and Gary), Anna Helm and Linda Brown, all of Columbia, KY

7 grandchildren: Tucker Wright, Braydon Edmonds, Abigail Edmonds, Natalie Wright, Kayonna Wright, Benjamin Downs and Davonica Downs

Former spouse: William Wright of Dunnville, KY

Along with her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her brother, Danny Brown; her sister, Shirley Brown; and her brother-in-law, Marty Helm.

Funeral service: 1:00 p.m. on Friday, July 23, 2021 at Bernard Funeral Home
 

Burial: Kean Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00 a.m. on Friday

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mary Ann Wright Memorial Fund, c/o Bernard Funeral Home, P.O. Box 308, Russell Springs, KY 42642.

Mary’s funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home.  
 

Margaret Robertson, 68, of Jamestown, KY, passed away Monday, July 19th, 2021 at her residence. She was born in Jamestown, KY on December 18, 1952, a daughter of the late Edna (Glover) and Bramlett Mann. 

Margaret was a Homemaker 

SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Juanita Stephens of Russell Springs, KY

1 son: Shannon Robertson of Nancy, KY
1 sister: Alice Mann of Jamestown, KY
1 brother: David Mann of Jamestown, KY

5 Grandchildren

4 Great Grandchildren

Special nephew: Jakahri Brown

A host of other nieces & nephews

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by 3 brothers: infant Ronald Franklin Mann, Larry Mann and Irvin Mann and 2 sisters: Lora Mann and Teresa Creasman.

Funeral Service: Thursday, July 22, 2021 at 1:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Herl D. Robertson and Bro. Stevie Roy officiating

Visitation: Beginning at 11:00amCT on Thursday 

Interment: Jamestown Cemetery  

Pallbearers: Cole Mann, Johnny Mann, Travis Mann, Ronald Mann, Derick Mann, Otha Grider and Jakahri Brown
 

Josh Ford, 30, of Louisville, KY, formerly of Columbia, KY died Saturday, July 17, 2021 at his residence. He was born November 23, 1990 in Campbellsville, KY and was preceded in death by his father, Gary Lynn Ford, Sr. on May 16, 2018. 
 

Josh was employed by MHS in Louisville and was an avid University of Louisville fan.

SURVIVORS:

His mother – Cindy Corbin Ford of Columbia

2 brothers – Brandon Hunt and his wife Shantay and Gary Lynn Ford, Jr., of Columbia

1 half-brother – Jace Mitchell Ford of Columbia

Niece – Taylor Hunt

Nephew – Jayden Coomer

Several aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends

Funeral Service: Friday, July 23, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Darrell Landis officiating

Burial: Columbia Cemetery

Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. Thursday

Casket Bearers: Rodney Ford, Chester Miller, Michael Burton, Timothy Mullins, Nick McGaha, Andrew Blair, Christian Ford, Jeremy Wade

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

John Mitchel Owen “Bam” Carney, 51, of Campbellsville, KY, son of June Gabehart Carney and the late Ronnie “Don” Carney, was born September 30, 1969 in Taylor County, KY. He died at 7:02 A.M., Saturday, July 17, 2021 in Lexington.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of 3 Trees Church. Bam was an educator, having taught and coached at Taylor County, Campbellsville Independent, and Washington County School Systems. He was elected in 2009 as a State Representative in the 51st District where he served until his passing.

SURVIVORS:

2 sons: Chase Carney of Seattle, Washington and Ethan Carney of Campbellsville, KY

His mother: June Carney of Campbellsville

4 brothers and sisters: LaDonna Willis and husband Tony of Columbia, Shane Carney and wife Pam of Casey Creek, Mark Carney and wife Kelly, and Amy Farmer and husband Mark of Campbellsville

7 nieces & nephews:  Keri Burton and husband Ryan, Kyle Willis, Shanna Carney, Daniel Carney, Shelby Hinton and husband Jordan, Mackenzie Carney, and Kylee Farmer

Several aunts and uncles

Many other relatives and friends

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VISITATION: 5:00pm-9:00pmET on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 and Wednesday morning July 21, 2021 at the Taylor County High School Gymnasium

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 amET on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at the Taylor County High School Gymnasium by Rev. John Chowning and Pastor Eric Gilbert

BURIAL:  Eastridge Cemetery

PALLBEARERS:

Daniel Carney                              
Jeff Hoover                                
John Morris                                  
Stephen Rudy
Jamie Russell
Rodney Turpin
Kyle Willis
Troy Young

HONORARY PALLBEARERS:

Nieces and Nephews
Former Coaching Colleagues
State Legislators & Other Government Officials

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR THE BAM CARNEY SCHOLARSHIP FUND AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.

Robert Clem “Bobby” Johnson, 72, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, July 17, 2021 at his residence. He was born December 28, 1948 in Adair County, KY to the late Elza and Odella Burton Johnson. 
 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Tommy Johnson and 3 sisters: Priscilla Johnson, Ruby Pike and Sharon Johnson

SURVIVORS:

2 daughters – Billie Kay (Todd) Wilson of Columbia and Virginia (Rob) Schenck of Earleton, Florida

2 brothers – Lee Johnson and George Johnson both of Russell Springs

1 sister – Paulette Bray of Russell Springs

Two grandchildren – Skyler and Mary Schenck

Several other relatives and friends

The family has chosen cremation and a celebration of his life will be held later.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Lettie Jane Burton, 86, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, July 17, 2021 at Campbellsville Nursing and Rehab in Campbellsville, KY. She was born on June 6, 1935 in Adair County to the late James Denton and Martha Viola Hadley Burton. 

Mrs. Burton was a member of Bloomington Chapel Brethren in Christ Church.
 

SURVIVORS:

2 children: Marilyn Sullivan (Keith) of Elkhorn, KY and Terry Burton (Sandra) of Newville, PA;

1 grandson: Alan Burton (Anne) of Roanoke, VA

1 great grandson: Brandon Burton of Roanoke, VA

Graveside Service: 1:00pmCT on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at the Haven Hill Cemetery. 

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

Cortany Gail Giles, 32, of Knifley, KY died July 4, 2021 in Knifley, KY. She was born in Louisville, KY on November 9, 1988 to the late Wilda Jo Green Giles and William Mitchell Giles of Knifley (who survives).

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by a sister, Brittany Giles.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Braedyn, Dakota and Zander Giles

Her father: William Mitchell Giles of Knifley, KY

2 sisters: Tiffany Nicole Crow (Ryan) and Heather Lee Giles, both of Knifley, KY

Several nieces & nephews

The family chose cremation and a celebration of life service will be held at a later date. 

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

Eva Ann Stone, daughter of Ron Stone and Paige Dunn of Columbia, KY died Saturday, July 10, 2021 at St. Joseph East in Lexington, KY.

SURVIVORS:

Her parents: Ron Stone and Paige Dunn of Columbia, KY

2 sisters: Her twin, Genesis Renee Stone and Emma Grace Burton

Paternal grandparents: Ronnie and Connie Stone of Columbia, KY

Maternal grandparents: Leslie Herald of Columbia, KY Denton and Betty Dunn of Casey County, KY

Maternal great-grandmother: Pam Gabbard of Buckhorn, KY

3 aunts: Brittany Dunn, Emily Sneed and Amy Morgan

3 uncles: Brandon Colwell, Kaleb Dunn and Cody Vest

Graveside Service: Saturday, July 17, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Columbia Cemetery

There will be no visitation.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Gene Wayne Barnes, 78, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Monday, July 12, 2021 at Russell County Hospital. He was born on April 9, 1943 in Russell County, KY, the son of the late Joseph B. and Dollie Mae Wilson Barnes. 
 

Gene married Joyce Kilpatrick on December 20, 1961. 
 

He was the owner and operator of Russell Springs Milling Company for over 60 years and was a member of Russell Springs Christian Church.

SURVIVORS:

Wife: Joyce Barnes

1 son: Ricky Barnes (and Sherri) of Russell Springs, KY

3 grandchildren: Joseph Trevor Barnes (and Kirsten Haste), Nicholas Wayne Barnes (and Chandra), and Kaitlyn McQueary (and Dylan)

Along with his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his brothers: William “Billy” Barnes and Joseph McDowell Barnes.

Funeral Service: Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 3:00pmCT at Russell Springs Christian Church with Bro. Carroll Egnew and Bro. Don Emerson officiating

Burial: Russell Springs City Cemetery

Visitation: After 1:00pmCT on Thursday at the church

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Lake Cumberland, 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, KY 42503.

Bernard Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Rebecca Ann “Becky” Conover Strange, 46, of Knifley, KY died Sunday, July 11, 2021 at the TJ Health Columbia Emergency Room as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born May 4, 1975 in Adair County, KY to Rev. Gene and the late Cathy Johnson Conover. 

Becky graduated from Adair County High School and Lindsey Wilson College. She was a member, teen class Sunday School teacher and was very involved with the Ladies Ministries at Columbia Church of God. She was also an independent Scentsy consultant along with her husband, Brian, and loved crafting.

Becky loved life and was always concerned about those around her and was always there to lend a listening ear or a helping hand, often going above and beyond, even when she didn’t feel like it herself. Her smile was infectious and her sassiness is what made her so unique. She lived a godly life in word and deed and she was never tired of sharing her testimony or the love of Jesus.

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her grandparents: Rufus & Lillie Conover, Richard & Ada Guffey, Fred Johnson, and Pat York; and a brother-in-law, Troy Strange.

SURVIVORS:

Husband: Brian Strange of Knifley, KY

1 son: Jordan Simpson of Columbia, KY

Her Dad: Rev. Gene Conover of Columbia, KY

3 brothers: Larry (Pat) Conover, Gary (Janice) Conover and Jon (Peggy) Conover all of Columbia, KY

2 sisters: Teresa (David) Thompson of Georgetown, KY; Pamela (Stacey) Popplewell of Russell Springs, KY

Father-in-law & mother-in-law: Bobby and Dorothy Strange of Columbia, KY

Brother-in-law & sisters-in-law: Mark & Norma Bright and Tonia Strange, all of Columbia, KY

Special niece: Darika Jo Conover (who shared her birthday)

Several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, & cousins

A host of friends, family, church family and her special Sunday School Class

Funeral Service: Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Troy Long officiating

Burial: Freedom Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Wednesday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.  

Avis McLean, 86, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Cumberland Valley Manor in Burkesville. She was born October 25, 1934 in Russell County.  
 

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Beulah McElroy Burton,; her father, Velmar “Zero” Burton; her husband, Earl McLean; one son, Jeffery Scott McLean; one daughter, Theresa Bailey; a son-in-law, Bill Cundiff; and a great-great grandchild, Gracelynn Stapleton.  

Ms. McLean was a founder and former President of McLean & Sons Construction and a member of Columbia Church of God.

SURVIVORS:

2 sons: David (Teresa) McLean and Phillip (Judy) McLean all of Columbia

4 daughters: Pam (Tim) Hicks of Burkesville, Sandra Cundiff of Columbia, Debra (Jimmy) Martin of Dunnville and Melissa (Davin) Simpson of Harrodsburg

19 Grandchildren 

A host of great and great-great grandchildren

1 son-in-law: Phil Bailey of Columbia 

1 nephew: Steven McElroy

Funeral service: Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Rev. C.R. Payne officiating

Burial: Columbia Cemetery

Visitation:  After 5:00 P.M. Monday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Kevin Alan Russell, 43, of Jamestown, KY, passed away Friday, July 9th, at his residence. He was born in Noblesville, IN on November 8, 1977, a son of Joann (Warriner) and Danny Russell.

Kevin worked at Stephens Pipe and Steel 

SURVIVORS:

Betty Ann Buckler, 74, of Dunnville, KY passed away Friday, July 9, 2021 at her residence. She was born in Russell Springs, KY on March 2, 1947, a daughter of the late Mary Ellen (Ford) and Walter A. Russell. 

Betty was a retired Med Tech from Fair Oaks Nursing Home and the wife of Bill Buckler. 

SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: JoAnn Shofner of Dunnville, KY

COLUMBIA, KY., Sammy DeWayne King, 71, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, July 4, 2021 at his residence. He was born on Harrison Avenue in Central City, KY on September 15, 1949 the son of Elentrial King and Sally Kate Morgan King.
 

He was a UMWA coal miner working for Peabody and Island Creek Mines and he retired from the TVA Paradise Steam Plant where he worked in operations. He was a member of Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church in Central City, and he was a lifetime member of Masonic Lodge #673 in Central City, KY. He was a Vietnam era Army veteran attaining the rank of Sergeant.   

He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers Bobby King, Ernest Ray King, and Roger Arnold.

He is survived by his wife of 30 years Pamela Kaye Knight King of Columbia, daughter Brandi Brooks of Central City, son Chance D. King of Beattyville, 3 grandchildren Samantha Dennel, Robert Eversole, and Grady King, 8 great grandchildren Cameron, Hunter, Jaden, Trinity, Raelynn, Kylee, Maryella, and Jaxton, 1 sister Gennie (John Crymes) Tapp of Bald Knob, AR., 2 brothers Billy (Donna) King of McHenry and Jimmy (Regina) Arnold of Central City.

Masonic services will be held on Friday, July 9, 2021 at 6:00PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY with military honors to follow.

Friends may call after 5:00 PM until 6:00 PM on Friday, July 9, 2021 at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Online condolences to the family may be made atwww.garysfuneralhome.net

Danny Wendell Buster, 80, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021 at Russell County Hospital. Danny was born on March 24, 1941 in Creelsboro, the son of the late Wendell H. and Ruth Viola Caddell Buster. 
 

He was a veteran of the United States Army. Danny worked 34 years with the General Electric Company and 16 years with Russell County Hospital. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, trips to Renfro Valley and was a lover of all kinds of music. His passion was anything Creelsboro, his home community, his main stay.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Daniel Buster (Kasey McGowan and Abbie), of Russell Springs

His “Very Special Lady”, Janet Wilson of Russell Springs

2 nephews: Donnie Andrew and David Andrew (Joross)

2 nieces: Debbie Grider (Steve) and Patricia Lowhorn

2 great-nephews: Elliott Grider and Scott Rose (Jenny)

2 great-nieces: Jodie Brown and Allie Andrew

Along with his parents, Danny was preceded in death by his brother, Dale O. Buster; his sister, Patsy Buster Twyford; and his niece, Judy Morrison.

Funeral service: 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at Bernard Funeral Home

Burial: Buster Family Cemetery in Creelsboro

Pallbearers: Daniel Buster, Steve Lawhorn, Kevin Bell, Steve Grider, Elliott Grider and Jeff Wilson.

Visitation: After 11:00 a.m. on Thursday at Bernard Funeral Home

Danny’s funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home.

Bernice Beasley Childress, 91, of Dunnville, KY passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Fair Oaks Health and Rehab in Jamestown. Born on April 12, 1930 in Pulaski County, KY, Bernice was the daughter of the late Virgil Beasley and Mahaley Parton Beasley Redmon.

She was a devoted homemaker, foster parent, clerk, and cook. Bernice was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. 

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Robert Lee Childress of Dunnville, KY

2 daughters: Gail (Gary) Gosser of Russell Springs, and Diana (Talmadge) Derringer of Campbellsville, KY

1 grandson: Travis (Michelle) Gosser of Bardstown, KY

1 granddaughter-in-law: Crystal Gosser of Russell Springs, KY

3 great-grandchildren: Logan, Landon, and Kaleb Gosser

In addition to her parents, Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Childress, who passed away on January 19, 2017; 3 brothers: Estil Beasley, Millard Beasley, and Leonard Beasley; 7 sisters: Bertha McKinley, Gertrude Fox, Dora Baugh, Irene Baugh, Bessie Tarter, Ersie Delk, and Aldena Roberts; and one grandson, Trevor Gosser. 

Funeral Service: 1:00pmCT on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Brother Mark Yaden and Brother Dwight Coffman officiating
 

Burial: Oak Grove Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Oak Grove Baptist Church

Pallbearers: Alan Patterson, Keith Patterson, John Bastin, Jason Bastin, Jamie Walters, Logan Gosser, Landon Gosser, and Kaleb Gosser. 

Honorary Pallbearers: Plano Fox, Dale Patterson, Don Lawson, Dennis Blakey, Noel Walters, Jim Tucker, Mike Bastin, and Winfred Harris. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Gideon’s International or the charity of one’s choice.

Susanna C. Burkett, 77, of Russell Springs, KY, passed away Friday, July 2, 2021 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. Susanna was born in Russell Springs, KY on August 25, 1943, a daughter of the late Rosalia E. (Scales) and Leo L. Roy. 

She was a homemaker. 

SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Joanna Eads (Greg) of Russell Springs, KY
1 son: Daniel Burkett (Anita) of Windsor, KY
1 sister: Evona Withers of Russell Springs, KY
2 brothers: Berlon Roy of Glasgow, KY; Vernon Roy of Phoenix, AZ
3 grandchildren: Gregory Eads, Jason Eads and Joshua Burkett

2 great-granddaughters: Lillie & Emerie

A host of nieces & nephews

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey Everett Burkett; 1 sister, Gertrude Gosser; and 3 brothers: Garlen Roy, Golden Roy and Ansel Roy. 

Funeral Service: Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 2:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Paul Roy officiating

Visitation: Tuesday from 1:00pm-2:00pmCT at H. E. Pruitt Memory Chapel

Interment: Union Cemetery in Russell Springs, KY

Pallbearers: Gregory Eads, Jason Eads, Joshua Burkett, Greg Eads and Michael Ford. 

Mindy Roxanne Ford-Curry, 60, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. Born on January 10, 1961, she was daughter of the late A.G. Ford and Emily Guffey.
 

Mindy was married to Davis Curry for 22 years. She worked for many years at Fruit of the Loom and Kroger.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Samuel (and Miranda) Dever of Fort Stewart, Georgia

3 grandsons: Branson, Elias, and Gabriel

Mother: Emily Guffey

5 brothers: Michael (and Mary) Ford, Peter (and Edith) Ford, Matthew Ford, John (and Lila) Ford,  and Mark (and Sheila) Ford; and two sisters, Jennifer (and Eric) Humble, and Courtenay (and Tim) Brown

Mindy was preceded in death by her father and a daughter, Bethany Ford. 

Funeral service: 3:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Ronnie Ford officiating

Burial: Lucinda Cemetery

Visitation: 12:00 PM to 3:00 P.M. on Tuesday

Pallbearers: 

Her brothers: Michael Ford, Peter Ford, Matthew Ford, John Ford, and Mark Ford; and Gregory Curry. 

Arrangements for Mindy are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

Nancy Louise Cruz, 62, of Albany, KY died Saturday, July 3, 2021 at the Clinton County Hospital  Emergency Room in Albany. She was born March 29, 1959 in Adair County, KY to the late Charlie and Mary Evelyn Mann Wilson. 
 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 2 daughters: Misty Michelle Dial and Mary Jane Lopez and a granddaughter, Emily Dial.

SURVIVORS:
4 sons: Michael ( Lee Ann) Dial of Columbia, Samuel (Ciara) Dial of Albany, Tomas Cruz of Columbia, Jose Cruz of Louisville

1 daughter: Rosa Cruz of Albany

12 grandchildren

4 great-grandchildren

Graveside Service: Monday, July 5, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at Milltown Cemetery with Rev. Wayne Keith officiating

Visitation: After 10:30 A.M. Monday at Milltown Cemetery

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.