Joyce Alberta Rodgers, 77, of Taylorsville, Indiana passed away Monday, March 28, 2022 at her residence. She was born April 17, 1944 in Adair County, KY, the daughter of the late Tim and MaryJane (Burton) Burton.

Joyce attended the Who-So-Ever-Will Community Church and had a strong, unwavering faith in the Lord.  She retired from United Technology in Edinburgh, and had formerly worked at Cummins Engine Company in Columbus. She enjoyed spending time with her grand and great-grandchildren, liked being outdoors, taking care of her yard, and couponing.

Joyce married Fraymond Douglas Rodgers on February 24, 1962 and he preceded her in death on August 18, 1992. In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Burton; and 5 sisters: Bernice Cowan, Lucille Burton, Madeline Grider, Loeta Redman, and Betty Jean Burton.

SURVIVORS:

2 sons: Lonnie (Teresa) Rodgers of Columbus, Indiana and Donnie (Julie) Rodgers of Whiteland, Indiana

2 grandchildren: Dillen Rodgers of Pennsylvania and Keelie Rodgers of Columbus, Indiana

9 great-grandchildren: Devon, Jacob, Brycen, Bianca, Dillen, Jr, Tanner, Ezekiel, and Dawson

1 brother: Randell (Judy) Burton of Columbia, KY

1 sister: Phyllis Shirley of Columbia, KY

Funeral Service: Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 3:00pmET at the Who-So-Ever-Will Community Church in Edinburgh, IN with Reverend Ricky Burton  officiating

Visitation:  After 12:00pmET on Saturday

Burial: Rest Haven Cemetery in Edinburgh

Arrangements made by Eskew-Eaton Funeral Home in Edinburgh, Indiana.

This obituary is a courtesy to the family by Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Joyce Faye Passmore, 68, of Liberty, KY passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022 at her residence. She was born February 9, 1954 in Windsor, KY, the daughter of the late Redia Luttrell Crew and Ernest Crew

Joyce was formerly employed by Fruit of the Loom and attended Mt. Calvary Baptist Church.

Mother Beverly J. Payne, 84, of Columbia, KY transitioned peacefully from this life on Saturday, March 19, 2022 to her Heavenly Home. She was a daughter of the late John Pollard and May Fouts.

She was a faithful servant to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Bishop Billy Ray Payne, who passed away on December 26, 2021 and 3 siblings: Patricia Ivy, John Pollard, and Johnny Lee.

SURVIVORS:

11 children: Daniel (Bonnie) Farris of Brandon Florida; Ronald (Donna) Farris of Danville, KY; Sherry (Lee) McCree of Indianapolis Indiana; Joseph Carter Farris of Stanford, KY; Elizabeth (James) Morrow of Indianapolis, Indiana; Lorna Wyatt of Atlanta, Georgia; Clayton (Debbie) Farris of Indianapolis, Indiana; Eric Farris (Pam) of Stanford, KY; Brenda Payne of Chicago, Illinois; William Ray Payne, Jr. of Lagrange, KY; and  Anthony (Peggy) Payne of Columbia, KY 

3 sisters: Kathy Horn, Pamela Hughes and Nancy Gingery

A host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren

A host of nieces, nephews, and in-laws

Beverly “adopted” Joshua and Stephanie Cheatham & their daughters as her own

She also “adopted” her niece, Kimberly Wells and nephew, Joseph Lee Farris of Stanford, KY 

Case manager, confidant, friend & daughter: Joyce Morrison (who was very special in Beverly’s life)

A special “thank you” to Peggy Payne (daughter in love), for her unfaltering love, kindness and 24 hours of dedicated service and unconditional love!

Home Going service: Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 12:00 Noon at Eunice Church of God with Pastor Elder C.R. Payne officiating

Burial: Columbia Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Tuesday at Eunice Church of God

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Freddie Ray Denton, 66, of Columbia, KY died Thursday, March 24, 2022 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He was born December 27, 1955 in Adair County, KY to the late James Russell and Josephine Burton Denton.

Freddie attended Green River Valley Separate Baptist Church. He was a devoted husband, father, poppy/peepaw, friend and neighbor who enjoyed working with horses and visiting friends at the Sano Store where he was better known as Fred.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 42 years: Sharlet Oakes Denton of Columbia

1 son: David Denton of Columbia, KY

1 daughter: Tiffany Reynolds (Rodney) of Columbia, KY

3 grandchildren: Sadie, Hayley and Jake Reynolds

1 great-grandson: Bentley Burton

2 brothers: Jimmy Denton (Juanita) and J.W. Denton (Mitchelene) both of Columbia, KY

3 sisters: Sandra Bryant (Willard), Marty Ellis (Jimmy) and Minnie Smith (Barry) all of Columbia, KY

1 sister-in-law: Fayrene Denton of Columbia, KY

Special friends & neighbors: Troy Green (Cheryl) and family of Columbia, KY

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers: Billy and Jeff Denton.

Funeral Service: Sunday, March 27, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Casey Davis officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: Saturday from 5:00-8:00pmCT and on Sunday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

Pallbearers: Rodney Reynolds, Jake Reynolds, Toby Green, Troy Green, Jesse Green and Royce Oakes.  

Honorary Pallbearers: Bentley Burton, Kasey Robinson and Kevin Grider.

Dalton Lane Gilbert, 16, of Columbia, KY died Monday, March 21, 2022 at the U.K. Medical Center in Lexington, KY from injuries received in an automobile accident on Sunday morning in Adair County. He was born in Glasgow, KY on June 20, 2005, the son of Robert “Weiner” Gilbert and Christina Loucks of Columbia. 

Dalton was a Sophomore at Adair County High School and a member of the Valley of the Cumberland DeMolay. He was baptized by Daniel Nissley at the Cane Valley Christian Church and had been attending Cane Valley Baptist Church.

SURVIVORS:

His parents: Robert “Weiner” Gilbert and Christina Loucks of Columbia

1 brother: Dylan Gilbert of Russell Springs

2 sisters: Skylar Gilbert and Alissa Gilbert both of Columbia

His grandmother: Brenda Gilbert of Columbia

3 uncles: Billy Gilbert of Campbellsville, Keith Gilbert of Columbia, Timothy Loucks of Owenton

4 aunts: Renee Poulin of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Barbara Brumley and Tammy Brumley both of Owenton, and Michelle Loucks of Michigan

Several cousins, other relatives and friends

Funeral service: Friday, March 25, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. at Adair County High School with Bro. Daniel Nissley and Bro. Clay Scott officiating

Burial: Fudge Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Friday at Adair County High School

Casket Bearers: Billy Brumley, Dylan Gilbert, Chase Gilbert, Mason Grant, Charlie Grant, Bryce Rodgers

Honorary: Kevin Mathers, Nate Cape, Skylar Hare, Zachary Burton, Landen Wethington, Jameson Pineur, Jesse Price, Joshua Burton, Easton Burton, Thomas Erler, Tyler Murphy, Matthew Brady, Alexander Farrar, Brayden Stargel

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Ronnie Dale Coffey, 68, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022 at his residence surrounded by family. He was born in Glasgow, KY on November 28, 1953, a son of the late Marion (Blakey) and Alvis Wesley Coffey. 

Ronnie was a mechanic most of his life and met many friends along the way. After his day job, you would likely find him on his family farm until after dark. If he wasn't working, he was with his family or watching TV with his puppy. Ronnie was a man of few words but he was always seen with a smile, and ready to help anyone. He was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, a husband, a dad, uncle, a Papa to many and a friend to most. 

SURVIVORS:
Wife: Valerie (Meece) Coffey of Russell Springs

3 sons: Wesley (Kristi) Coffey, Ashley (Shannon) Coffey, and Chris (Ladonna) Flanagan, all of Russell Springs
1 daughter: Jamie (Mike) Mann of Greensburg

2 sisters: Connie (Nate) Williams of Ocala, FL and Diane (Roger) Shepard of Russell Springs

Sister-in-law: Peggy Coffey of Jamestown

Mother-in-law: Ardeth Meece of Russell Springs

11 grandchildren & 8 great-grandchildren

A host of nieces, nephews, and other family & friends

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Donnie Coffey and a nephew, Chris Coffey. 

Funeral Service: Friday, March 25, 2022 at 11:00amCT at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 250 French Valley Ct. Russell Springs, KY with Pastor Doug Couch officiating

Visitation: Thursday 5:00-8:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY and Friday from 9:00-11:00amCT at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

Interment: Jamestown Cemetery

Pallbearers: Dustin Ballenger, Shane Stapp, Austin Hale, Andy Passmore, Kevin Odell and Timmy Antle 

Family request memorial donations be made to Hospice of Lake Cumberland or Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in memory of Ronnie D. Coffey and can be made at the funeral home or church. 

Mark Ray Yarberry, 57, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, March 20, 2022 at TJ Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. He was born February 19, 1965 in Adair County, KY to the late Leonard Ray and Catherine Hatcher Yarberry.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Marcus Yarberry of Columbia

2 sisters: Martha Wall of Columbia and Janet Bell of Edmonton

Several other relatives and friends

Graveside service: Wednesday, March 23 2022 at 3:00 P.M. at Columbia Cemetery with Bro. Darrell Karnes officiating.

There will be no visitation.

Casket Bearers: Jeff Wall, Timmy Wall, Robbie Wall, Frankie Bell, David Bell, Jimmy Helm

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Rowena Johnson, 96, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, March 19, 2022 at her home. She was born May 11, 1925 in Hyden, KY to the late Johnny and Mary Smith Taylor. 
 

She was a greeter at WalMart.

SURVIVORS:

3 sons: Chester Maggard of Columbia, James Maggard of Glens Fork and Joe Maggard of Columbia

2 daughters: Edna Withers of Columbia and Marie Brown of Corinth, KY

5 grandchildren: Rodney Maggard, Melissa Hamilton, Clint Maggard, Jason Maggard and Doug Maggard

10 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great grandchildren

Several other relatives & friends

The family has chosen Cremation and no services or visitation will be held at this time.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Rowena Johnson, 96, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, March 19, 2022 at her home. She was born May 11, 1925 in Hyden, KY to the late Johnny and Mary Smith Taylor. 
 

She was a greeter at WalMart.

SURVIVORS:

3 sons: Chester Maggard of Columbia, James Maggard of Glens Fork and Joe Maggard of Columbia

2 daughters: Edna Withers of Columbia and Marie Brown of Corinth, KY

5 grandchildren: Rodney Maggard, Melissa Hamilton, Clint Maggard, Jason Maggard and Doug Maggard

10 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great grandchildren

Several other relatives & friends

The family has chosen Cremation and no services or visitation will be held at this time.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Shyanna Marie Harmon, 13, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, March 20, 2022 at the TJ Health Columbia Emergency Room from injuries received in an automobile accident in Adair County. She was born May 14, 2008 in Campbellsville, KY. 

Shyanna was an 8th Grader at Adair County Middle School where she sang in the Choir.

SURVIVORS:

Her parents: Terry and Amber Luck Harmon of Columbia

2 sisters: Haleigh Harmon and Gracie Harmon both of Columbia

2 brothers: Alex Harmon and Micheal Harmon both of Columbia

Her grandparents: Clifford Harmon, Faye Cook, Gina Luck and Papa Dean Langford all of Columbia

Special Best Friend: Skyler Gilbert of Columbia

Several other relatives and friends

Funeral service: Thursday, March 24, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. at Adair County Middle School

Burial: Freedom Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Thursday at Adair County Middle School

Casket Bearers: Terry Harmon, Alex Harmon, Micheal Harmon, Ben Harmon, Ben Harmon, Jr., Robert Curry

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Terry Lane Selby, 72, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at Cumberland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Somerset. Born on June 13, 1949, she was a daughter of Irene Voils Pyles and the late James Buford Pyles. 
 

Terry worked tirelessly as a beautician for 35 years. She enjoyed gardening and growing flowers. Terry was a wonderful cook and her green beans were a favorite of her family. She leaves behind her miniature poodle, Danny, who was a faithful companion and lap dog.

SURVIVORS:

Her beloved husband of 50 years: Billy Selby of Russell Springs, whom she wed on October 9, 1971

Her mother: Irene Pyles of Russell Springs

1 son: Eric (and Heather) Selby of Russell Springs

1 daughter-in-law: Denisha Selby of Louisville

3 grandsons: Evan Bradley (and Elissa) Selby of Louisville, Ethan Grant (and Kim) Selby of Glasgow, and Matthew Scott Selby of Louisville

1 great-granddaughter: Vivian Kay Selby

2 brothers: Jimmy Pyles and Jacky Pyles, both of Russell Springs

In addition to her father, Terry was preceded in death by a son, Dennis Selby.

Funeral service: Sunday, March 20, 2022 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home, with Bro. Ryan Coffey officiating

Burial: Russell Springs City Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Sunday at the funeral home

Ronald Hopper, Doug Wilson, Jason Hughes, Evan Selby, Ethan Selby, and Matthew Selby will serve as Terry’s pallbearers.

Funeral arrangements for Terry have been entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at bernardfuneralhome.com.
 

Doris Jean Stargel Holmes, 79, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, March 19, 2022 at her residence. She was born on July 17, 1942 in Adair County to the late Jake and Danford Price Stargel. 

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Ray Holmes; a daughter, Peggy Luttrell; and 13 siblings: Clarence, Gordon, Willie, Tom, Dallas, Jerry, Ora Lee, Alta, Nina, Betty, Darlene, Clemie, and Mary Jane.

Doris was a member of the Purdy Separate Baptist Church and formerly taught Sunday school at the church. She enjoyed her chickens and cooking for her family, friends and neighbors.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Anthony Ray Holmes, Marcella York (Steve) and Annette Holmes all of Columbia, KY

6 grandchildren: Dean White (Mary Lee), Red Holmes (Nancy), Jean George, Megan Wright (Thomas), Lula Wheat (Chris) and Everett Luttrell (Danielle)

18 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild

1 brother: Jimmy Stargel (Martha) of Fairdale, KY

Several nieces & nephews including a special nephew, Jessie Bryant

Funeral service: 1:00pmCT on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Junior Holmes officiating

Burial: New Hope Cemetery

Visitation: Tuesday from 4:00-8:00pmCT and on Wednesday morning until time for the service

Della Jean Redmon, 76, of Columbia, KY died Friday, March 18, 2022 at the Select Specialty Hospital in Danville, KY.  She was born on June 2, 1945 in Adair County, KY to the late David Burton and Reeda Burton.

Della attended the Freedom Separate Baptist Church and was a member of the Sano Stars Homemaker Club.  She retired from Lindsey Wilson College Dining Center and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 57 years: Carl Redmon of Columbia, KY

3 children: Lisa Robson (James) of Peru, IN, Rodney Redmon (Rhonda) of Columbia, KY and Bobbie Huckaby (Roger) of Columbia, KY

3 grandchildren: Carlee & Bailey Huckaby and Riley Redmon

1 step-grandchild & 2 step-great grandchildren

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother, Jerome Burton and two grandchildren: Andrea Townsend and Anthony Huckaby.

Funeral service: 10:00amCT on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Darrin Blair officiating

Burial: Freedom Cemetery

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

The Family request that all attending wear a mask or face covering.

Donald Hugh “Don” Yates, 82, of Columbia, KY died Monday, March 14, 2022 at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia. He was born August 13, 1939 in Adair County to the late Hugh and Dimple Reeves Yates.

Don was a successful businessman, owning and operating Don Yates Drilling, a member of Columbia Baptist Church, had been attending Mt. Zion Community Church and was a U.S. Army Veteran.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Frieda Thompson Yates of Columbia

1 daughter: Donna Sue Yates of Columbia

1 son: Brent Allen Yates of Columbia

1 grandson: Waydon Tyler Yates of Lexington

1 brother: Bobby Yates of Columbia

2 sisters: Sue Yates Williams of Albany and Betty Yates Bitterling (Ross) of Bowling Green

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Funeral Service: Friday, March 18, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Dwan Hadley officiating

Burial: Reeves Family Cemetery with full military honors presented by V.F. W. Post 6097

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Friday

Casket Bearers: Brent Yates, Waydon Yates, David Williams, John Williams, Bobby Yates, Robbie Hancock

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Condy Lee Young, 78 of Columbia, KY died Thursday, March 17, 2022 at the Russell County Hospital Emergency Room. He was born May 9, 1943 in Adair County to the late Norman Kenneth “Rattler” and Eliza McKinley Young. 

Condy was a member of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, a member of Hood Lodge # 839 for over 50 years, retired from the Kentucky Highway Department after 35 years and a lifelong farmer.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Lynn Young and two brothers: Kenneth Reed Young and Gene Allen Young.

SURVIVORS:

3 daughters: Sheila Robertson (Steve) of Russell Springs, KY; Sharmon Roy (Steve) and Sharon Richard (Jamie) both of Columbia, KY

3 grandchildren; Chase, Devin and Bodie Richard

Funeral Service: Monday, March 21, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Stan Milby and Bro. Danny Withers officiating

Burial: Columbia Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, March 20, 2022 at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home

Masonic rites will be conducted on Sunday at 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home by Hood Lodge #839

Casket Bearers: Tim Baker, Sam Baker, Barry McEloy, Jon Loy, Mike Loy, Mike Sullivan

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Janet Sue Absher Janes, 70, of Campbellsville, KY died Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at her home. She was born May 13, 1951 in Adair County to the late James Absher and Martha Corbin Absher. 

Janet was a member of Pollard’s Chapel Church and a former employee of Fruit of the Loom where she retired in 1998 and was an employee of Learning Tree Daycare as a cook.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Janes and a granddaughter, Alaina Kay Adams. 

SURVIVORS:

2 daughters: Angie Adams (Mark) of Campbellsville, Ky and Schella Pittman (David) of Georgetown, Ky

3 brothers: James Jr. Absher and Joe Absher (Sue) both of Tennessee and Archie Absher (Beverly) of Campbellsville, Ky

1 sister: Emma Jewell (Don) of Glasgow, Ky

4 granddaughters: Kayla Adams Green (Toby), Danielle Adams Robinson (Matt), Shelby Pittman and Cali Pittman

1 great-grandchild due in October, 2022

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Roy Phillips and Bro. Victor Matney officiating

Burial: Tarter’s Chapel Cemetery

Visitation: Aafter 5:00 P.M. Friday, March 18, 2022 at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Richard Harrison, 82, of Lakeland, FL passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2022. He was a native of Campbellsville, KY, the of son of the late Leland and Elizabeth Harrison.

Richard was a member of South Campbellsville Baptist Church in Campbellsville, KY. He was an electrician who worked for Fruit of the Loom in Kentucky. He also raised cattle and was a produce farmer. He thoroughly enjoyed watching his grandkids play sports. He loved spending time in his garden, playing cards and was known for making birdhouses out of license plates. With his wicked sense of humor, he loved to be the instigator and aggravate anyone he could. He will greatly missed.

Richard was the youngest of eight children and was preceded in death by 7 siblings: Cleston, Merlin, Eunice, Cotton, Lawrence, Lois and Johnnie.

SURVIVORS:

His beloved wife: Myra Harrison

1 son: Robert Harrison & wife Angie

1 daughter: Jennifer & husband Jason Paul

5 grandchildren: Trent, Julianna and Grant Harrison, Jacob (Jasmine) and Jordan Paul

2 great-grandchildren: Jessie and Joey Paul

Services will be held privately by the family.

Keisha Denise Janes, 27, of Columbia, KY died Tuesday, March 15, 2022 in Cincinnati, OH. She was born in Glasgow, KY on February 8, 1995 to Roger Janes and Amy Morgan Knipp of Columbia who survive.

Keisha was a member of the Amazing Grace Community Church. Keisha had her struggles in life but was always happy and entertaining to those around her. She enjoyed music, dancing and spending time with her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lily Dickson.
 

SURVIVORS:

Mother: Amy Morgan Knipp (Wesley) of Columbia, KY

Father: Roger Janes of Columbia, KY

2 children: Karalynn Roberts and Timothy Roberts both of Cincinnati, OH

Maternal grandparents: James and Cathy Morgan of Columbia, KY

2 brothers: Zachary and Jeremy Janes both of Columbia, KY

Several other friends & relatives

Cremation was chosen and no services are scheduled at this time.

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

Evelyn F. McFall, 98, of Jamestown, KY, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 while in the company of family members at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. She was born in Jamestown, KY on November 21,1923 to the late Sallie (Richards) and Lester Blankenship. 

Evelyn was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother whose home was the gathering place for the entire family. She was a member of Mt. Hope Separate Baptist Church where she played the piano for over 50 years. 

SURVIVORS:

9 children: Patricia Coomer of Russell Springs, KY; Sue Popplewell (Doyle) of Jamestown, KY; Sharon Harris of Columbia, KY; Richard McFall (Vicky) of Tompkinsville, KY; Ronnie McFall (Kim) of Jamestown, KY; Steve McFall (Teresa) of Jamestown, KY; Randy McFall (Tammy) of Jamestown, KY; Cara Murphy (Lee) of Liberty, KY; and John McFall (Melissa) of Russell Spring, KY. 
20 grandchildren & 21 great grandchildren

Nephew: Roger Blankenship & a host of McFall nieces and nephews

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Ed McFall; a brother, Ed Blankenship; and a son-in-law, Harold Coomer. 

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 11:00amCT at Mt. Hope Separate Baptist Church in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Randy Brown and Bro. Bradley Jeffries officiating. 

Burial: Rexroat Cemetery, Jamestown, KY

Visitation: Friday, March 18, 2022 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. and after 8:00 a.m. on Saturday at Mt. Hope Separate Baptist Church in Jamestown, KY

Expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of a donation to Rexroat Cemetery (these can be left at Mt. Hope Separate Baptist Church or mailed to Connie Miller, P.O. Box 187, Jamestown, KY) or to Gideons International.
 

Danny Wayne Hill, 71, of Russell Springs, KY was born on December 25, 1950 in Russell County and passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at his home.

Danny was a machinist and farmer. He attended Main Street Church of God. Danny was well-liked by everyone who knew him. He will be greatly missed. 

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Brenda Hill

1 sister: Bobbie Kay Schoner

2 sisters-in-law: Mary Hill and Ruth Hill

6 nieces & nephews

Danny was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Billie Adese Hill; and two brothers, Anthony Hill and Victor Hill. 

Funeral service: Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Chris Fields officiating

Burial: Bernard Ridge Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Tuesday at Bernard Funeral Home

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

Carol H. Richards, 74, of Russell Springs, KY died peacefully at the Jean Waddle Care Center Hospice of Lake Cumberland in Somerset, KY on Thursday, March 10, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born on January 7, 1948, a daughter of the late Hollis and Orpha Wooten Hudson of Russell Springs.

Carol grew up in a farming family and was the 3rd of 6 children, all of whom were taught the value of hard work, honesty, family, faith, and community. 

After living several years in Indiana as a young adult, Carol moved back to her Russell County and met her future husband, Dwight (Smiley) Richards. Dwight and Carol enjoyed 46 years of devoted marriage and shared their love of the outdoors as well as their commitment to faith and family. 

She retired after working 31 years at the Lake Cumberland State Park. Carol loved bringing joy to the many visitors to the park and was considered a hard-worker among her colleagues, many of whom became close, cherished friends over the years. 

Carol was devout in her faith throughout her life and was a long-time member of Jamestown First Baptist Church where she happily volunteered her time to the youth program and always greeted the children with a smile and enjoyed cooking for their activities. 

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Dwight (Smiley) Richards

1 son: Charles Kimbler of Avon Lake, OH

1 daughter: Debbie Warriner of Anderson, IN

Step-son: Dwight W. Richards (Vickie) of Jamestown, KY

1 sister: Sharon Warriner of Russell Springs, KY

2 brothers: Ronald Hudson (Charlotte) and Timothy Hudson (Jeannie), both of Russell Springs, KY

6 grandchildren & 6 great-grandchildren

Several nieces & nephews
 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Kathyrn Perez; one brother, Archie Lee Coffey; a brother-in-law, Rufus Junior Warriner; one sister-in-law Darlene Coffey; and a grandson, Justin Lee Warriner. 

Funeral Service: Monday, March 14, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Jamestown First Baptist Church with Bro. Scott Russell officiating

Visitation: Monday from 9:00am-10:00amCT for family only and from 10:00am-1:00pmCT for the public at the church
 

Interment: Ridge Crest Cemetery

H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel In Jamestown is coordinating all arrangements.
 

Pallbearers: Eric Warriner, Joshua Warriner, Daryn Warriner, Jared Flatt, Kenny Hammond, and Russell Anteau

Kevin R. Jones, 35, of Knifley, KY died Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. He was born November 8, 1986 in Campbellsville, KY.

Kevin was a member of Knifley Christian Church an Eagle Scout and was employed by Adair Fiscal Court as a Dispatcher and Mapping Coordinator for the Adair County E-911 Center. Of all the jobs he had done, his current was the most rewarding.  Being a servant to the people was something he loved and was fighting his illness to be able to come back to work.

He was preceded in death by his father, Kerry R. Jones in 2016 and his first wife, Christena Jones in 2014.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Paige Lynn Jones of Knifley

His mother: Connie Tucker Jones of Knifley

1 sister: Kristy (Tony) Norris of Highland, Michigan

2 nephews: Sam and Josh Norris

Special little girl: Annemarie

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. (Central Time) at Columbia Christian Church, 206 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, Kentucky with Bro. Troy Long officiating

Burial: Roley Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. (Central Time) Friday at the Church

Casket Bearers: Josh Bullock, Chad Gabbert, Jason Upchurch, Jerry Wayne Tucker, Stewart Greer, Dale Underwood, Jon Beard, Kenny Patterson

Honorary: Bryce Lynn, Tony Norris, Sam Norris, Josh Norris, Silas Lynn, Stephen Lynn

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Barbara Gossett, 68, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington. Born on March 14, 1953 in LaFollette, Tennessee, Barbara was a daughter of the late Harry Polson and the late Evelyn Comer Riggs.
 

She was a homemaker and a member of Liberty Baptist Church. Barbara was a former beautician and a former factory worker for Fruit of the Loom. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Barbara also enjoyed cooking.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Chuck Gossett of Russell Springs

1 son: Jason (Jenny) Paul of Lakeland, Florida

2 daughters: Chrissie (Johnny) Blair of Valdosta, Georgia, and Ashlee Jones of Knoxville, Tennessee

6 grandchildren: Jacob (Jasmine) Paul, Jordan Paul, Chelsey Goddard, Gavin Jones, Bailey Blair, and Gigi Jones

1 great-grandchild: Jessie Paul (and Joey Paul on the way)

1 brother: Jerry (Connie) Polson of Knoxville, Tennessee

4 sisters: Linda Polson-Pemberton of Caryville, Tennessee, Rosemary Polson of Caryville, Tennessee, Regina Kreis of Oliver Springs, Tennessee, and Sherry Polson of South Carolina

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by one brother, Tommy Polson; and one sister, Cindy Riggs. 

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home.
 

Burial: Dixon Cemetery

Visitation: After 12:00 P.M. on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at Bernard Funeral Home. 

Pallbearers: Tony Bernard, Michael Robertson, Dylan Robertson, Darren Roy, Chris Golden, and Andy Wade. 

Honorary pallbearers: Jacob Paul and Jordan Paul. 
 

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

Roger Dale Blair, 75, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022 at UK Medical Center in Lexington. Born on September 18, 1946, he was a son of the late Marion and Emogene Blakey Blair. 

Roger was a retired Master Sergeant of the United States Army, a Vietnam Veteran, and a Bronze Star and Purple Heart recipient. He was a retired auctioneer and real estate broker, as well as a passionate cowboy. Roger loved horses and he rode at every opportunity – rain, snow, sunshine, and even by moonlight, on a night ride. He also liked listening to music. If you were lucky, you would even see him kicking up his heels as he enjoyed a good country and western dance.

Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Judy Flatt Blair; two daughters, Anna Hope Hanson and Summer (and Ron) Beaty; five granddaughters, Morgan (and Brandon) Kerr, Ashley Antle, Candace (and Elliott) Benningfield, Shelby (and Jason) Russell, and Hannah Bell (and Cody Roberts); two step-granddaughters, Valley Beaty and Scarlett Beaty; four great-grandchildren, Aedan Abell, Liam Brown, Ellora Russell, and Elaina Benningfield; a special daughter by choice, Christina (and Tim) Howell; granddaughter, Taylor (and Corey) Clark; grandson, Logan Howell; great-granddaughter, Abijah Jones; two brothers, Dean Blair and Larry (and Patricia) Blair; two sisters, Marilyn (and Randy) Ford and Lesa (and David) McDonald; a host of nieces and nephews; life-long friends, Joe and Brenda Shircliff; and a very special young man, James Ray.

In addition to his parents, Roger was preceded in death by a sister, Lois Ann Delk.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, March 11, 2022, at Bernard Funeral Home. 

Burial with full Military Honors will follow in Wolford Cemetery. 

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, Thursday, March 10, and after at 8:00 AM, Friday, until time of services. 

Chris Bell, Jason Russell, Brandon Kerr, Elliott Benningfield, Cody Roberts, Greg Abston, James Ray, Logan Howell, and Ron Beaty will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Funeral arrangements for Roger are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome@gmail.com.
 

Lois Mae Claiborne, 77, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, March 6, 2022 at Tristar Northcrest Medical Center in Springfield, TN.  She was born on January 21, 1945 in Adair County to the late Joe and Emma Moore Absher.  

Lois was of the Church of God faith and enjoyed flower gardening, driving the countryside and spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Kevin Claiborne of Columbia, KY

2 grandsons: Dusty and Dylan Claiborne of Columbia, KY

1 sister: Alma Furkins of Columbia, KY

Special niece: Patricia Floyd of Columbia, KY

Several other nieces & nephews

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a special friend, Alvie Lee Burton and 6 siblings: Edith Floyd, Thelma Wall, Allene Collins, Mattie Lawhorn, James Absher and Hollin Absher.

Funeral Service: 1:00pmCT on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

Burial: Freedom Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Thursday at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

Mark Wayne Prater, 64. of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at UK Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington. He was born September 17, 1957 in Quantico, VA, a son of the late Daniel Wayne and Madeline Scales Prater. 
 

Mark was a laboratory technician and lab supervisor for over 40 years. He was an employee at several medical facilities in his long career and was more recently employed at Premier Tox Laboratory. Mark enjoyed playing golf, gardening, and selling his produce at the Farmers’ Market. In recent years, he volunteered as an assistant coach for Russell County Youth League baseball. Mark was a member of Russell Springs First United Methodist Church. He loved spending time with his family, but his grandbabies were the center of  his life.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Glenda Foley Prater of Russell Springs, KY

2 sons: Mark Robert (Shavona) Prater and Ethan Prater, both of Russell Springs, KY

2 daughters: Heather Prater and Lauren (Tim) Wade, both of Lexington, KY

1 brother: Barry Prater (Debra) of Lexington, KY

8 grandchildren: Ciara (Taylor) Jones, Madeline Prater and Leigha Abner all of Russell Springs, KY; Brooklynn Romans, Lydia Wade, Cora Wade, Amelia Wade, and Jude Wade all of Lexington, KY

Memorial Service and Celebration of Life: Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 9:00amCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Tim Wade and Bro. Dennis Price officiating

Visitation: Wednesday, March 9, 2022 from 5:00pm-8:00pmCT and on Thursday after 8:00amCT at Bernard Funeral Home

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to: Russell Springs First United Methodist Church “Bed Ministry”, PO Box 291, Russell Springs, KY.

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

Erich Randall Fannin, 43, of Columbia, KY died Friday, March 4, 2022 at 11:05 A.M. at his home. He was born July 22, 1978 in Prestonsburg, KY and was preceded in death by his father, Randall Fannin.  

Erich attended Glens Fork Community Church and was a former cabinet maker.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Ashley Bunch Fannin of Columbia, KY

His mother: Kennalean Williams Fannin of Hagerhill, KY

2 daughters: Trinity Burton and Destiny Burton both of Columbia, KY

1 sister: Heather Fannin of Hagerhill, KY

4 nephews: Hunter Hall (Alex) of Richmond, P.J. Hall of North Carolina, Dylon Bunch (Brook) of Columbia, KY & Isaiah Miller of Stanford, KY

Funeral service: Monday, March 7, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmy Bunch and Bro. Mark Bradshaw officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Sunday

Casket Bearers: Tony Francis, Jeremy Bunch, Dylon Bunch, Isaiah Miller, P.J. Hall, Hunter Hall, Allen Baldwin, Jonathan Meadows

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Donnie Dale Shirley, 69, of Columbia, KY died Friday, March 4, 2022 at his residence. He was born in Green County, KY on October 5, 1952 to the late Evan and Maerene Brock Shirley. 
 

He was also preceded in death by a brother, Udell Shirley.

Donnie was a member of the Bloomington Chapel Brethren in Christ Church and formerly built homes with S & S Builders.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Phyllis Burton Shirley of Columbia, KY

1 son: Eric Shirley of Columbia, KY

2 step-children: Doug Shepherd (Becky) of Mt. Juliet, TN and Kelvin Kerns (Nicole) of Columbia, KY

4 step-grandchildren: Kyle, Kameron and Kassity Shepherd and Courtney Kerns

1 step-great-grandson: Walker Shepherd

Sister-in-law: Norma Jean Shirley of Columbia, KY

Funeral Service: Monday, March 7, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Ralph Foster officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: Sunday from 3:00-8:00pmCT and on Monday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

Pallbearers: Shawn Shirley, Evan Shirley, Eric Shirley, Mark Redman, Trevor Loy and Byron Larrimore.

Anna Nell Smith, 72, of Columbia, KY died Monday, February 28, 2022 at 11:40 P.M. at her home. She was born September 10, 1949, in Adair County, KY to the late David Lee and Annabelle Shirley Taylor. 
 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Bonda Taylor. 

Anna Nell was a member of First Baptist Church, where she was a member of the Choir and served on the Usher Board for many years and was widely known as “The nice lady that draws blood at Dr, Giles’ office.”

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Freddy Smith of Columbia

2 children: Valeka Miller of Columbia and Kendrick Smith of Lexington

3 grandchildren: Derrick Miller, Za’Kia Miller and Raven (Brent) Sartin

2 great-grandchildren: Finley and Cohen Sartin

2 sisters: Rhonda Taylor of Bowling Green and Valenia (David) Johnson of Columbia

3 brothers: Danny Taylor of Columbia, Kevin (Lisa) Taylor of Somerset and Erik Stapleton of Columbia

Several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Funeral service: Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Rev. Ronnie Bryant delivering the Eulogy

Burial: Forest Lawn Cemetery

Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. Friday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Ottis Hines, 84, of Russell Springs, KY, passed away Monday, February 28th, at Russell County Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born in Somerset, KY on March 2, 1937, a son of the late Fannie (Burton) Hurst and Lovell Hines. 

He served in the U.S. Army and was retired from the Corp. of Engineers. 

SURVIVORS:
1 son: Billy Hines (Angie) of Bowling Green, KY
1 sister: Peggy Branscum (Theo) of Russell Springs, KY
2 granddaughters: Emma & Ann Marcum Hines of Bowling Green, KY
2 nieces: Allison (Troy) Coffey and Julie (Wayne) Wilson, both of Russell Springs, KY

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Ginny Ann Marcum Hines and daughter, Genifer Mae Hines. 

Visitation: Thursday 2:00-4:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel

Care and cremation were chosen. 

The family requests memorial donations be made to the Jamestown Cemetery and can be made at the funeral home. 

Avery Corbin Smith, 79, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at his residence. He was born on Saturday, August 29 1942 in Russell Springs, KY, the son of the late Ada Bernard Smith & Orbin Smith.

SURVIVORS:
1 Daughter: Mesti Maria Smith-Parnell, of Russell Springs, KY

3 Sons: Michael Corbin Smith of Jamestown, KY; Martin Lynn Smith of Florence, KY; & Scott Keith Smith of Russell Springs, KY

2 Sisters: Angie Cline, of Russell Springs, KY and Paulette Keaton of Milford, OH

11 grandchildren & 17 great-grandchildren

Significant other: Brenda Kay

Pallbearers: Martin Lynn Smith, Michael Corbin Smith, Scott Keith Smith, Madisyn Alexis Wright, Luke Alexander Richards and Gideon Michael Richards.

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Saturday at Wilson Funeral Home

Interment: Lucinda - Bernard Cemetery in Russell Springs, KY

Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Elmer Russell Powell, 52, of the Portland community of Adair County died Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 3:43 A.M. at his home. He was born June 7, 1969, in Adair County to the late Ray and Inez Edrington Powell.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Charles “Goo” Powell.

Elmer was formerly employed at Cox Interior, a farmer and enjoying fishing.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Michelle Mann Powell of Portland

3 sons: Kyle Powell (Ashley Riordan) of Munfordville, Wesley Powell (Gracie) Baker and Blake Powell all of Columbia

1 daughter: Shelby Powell of Columbia

2 brothers: Gary Powell (Doris) and William Powell (Jamie) both of Columbia

3 sisters: Juanita Benningfield (Jr) of Campbellsville, Kathy Sullivan (Guinn) of Raywick, & Judy Sebastian of Glasgow

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Funeral service: Friday, March 4, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Stanley Watson officiating

Burial: Bearwallow Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Friday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Beatrice Coomer (Bea) Beard, 92, of Columbia, KY entered into everlasting life on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at Signature Health Care at Summit Manor. 

Bea was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Horace Pearman Beard “Harry” a native of Richmond, VA; her parents: Joseph Haskin Coomer and Myrtle (Janes) Coomer of Columbia, KY; one sister, Bernice (Coomer) Murphy of Columbia; and one brother, Norman Coomer of Columbia. 

SURVIVORS:

1 son: James Douglas Beard “Doug” of Columbia

Her nephews: Steve (Lou Ann) Coomer and Glenn (Cynthia) Murphy

Her nieces: Susan (Mark) Willis and Anjanette (Mike, deceased) Volk. 
Several great-nephews & nieces

She was a member of the Columbia United Methodist Church. Bea and her husband were married in the Columbia Methodist Church on October 14, 1955. As a member of the Church for over seventy-five years, she participated in many programs including the United Methodist Women, the Golden Girls, the Kupples Class, the Administrative Board and as the co-chairperson of the art glass Sanctuary windows project. At the time of her passing, she was the longest tenured member of the congregation.

After graduating from Lindsey Wilson College, Bea taught school briefly and then joined the family business, Coomer’s Restaurant, a legendary Columbia institution on the public square from 1943-1986.

During her life, she was involved with two homemaker’s organizations, with the last being the Columbia Daylight Homemaker’s Club; the Junior Women’s Club, and the Adair County Republican Women.  She was also inducted in the Golden Alumni Society at Lindsey Wilson College.        

She and her husband, Harry, were blessed to have traveled extensively around the world. They visited thirty-four countries across the globe and journeyed to all 7 continents on the face of the earth. They traversed both the Arctic and Antarctic Circles. They also traveled a great deal throughout the United States. They experienced "God's Wonderful Creation" together. 

Though extensive global travels with her husband, Bea was an inspiration to her son to explore our beautiful world. He made this a priority during his professional career and continues along this course in his personal journey. 

Visitation: Thursday, March 3, 2022 from 4:00pm-8:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home and on Friday from 12:00-1:00pmCT at Columbia United Methodist Church. 

A litany of Passing from this Life into a Celebration of the Resurrection will be held on Friday, March 4, 2022, at 1:00pmCT at Columbia United Methodist Church.

Interment: Columbia City Cemetery

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

Judy Lynn Grant, 57, of Columbia, KY died Monday, February 28, 2022 at 11:04 A.M. at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. She was born November 5, 1964 in Adair County. 
 

Preceding her in death was her father, Creon Melson and two brothers: Eric and Timmy Melson. 
 

Judy was a member of Melson Ridge Separate Baptist Church and Co-Owner of Melson Roofing.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Tony Grant of Columbia

Her mother: Betty Coomer Melson of Columbia

1 daughter: Audrey Benham of Columbia

1 brother: Richie & wife Angie Melson of Columbia

1 sister: Rhonda &husband David Begley of Coburg

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends

Funeral service: Thursday, March 3, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Michael Helm officiating

Burial: Shearer Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Thursday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.