Stanley C. Suffridge, 78, of Jamestown, KY passed away on Friday, July 29, 2022 at the Jean Waddle Hospice Care Center in Somerset, KY. Born on November 29, 1943 in Hazard, KY, he was a son of the late Stanley C. and Elizabeth Noble Suffridge. 

Stanley served honorably as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps as a young adult. He retired after 30 years with General Motors and was a member of Fairview Baptist Church. Stanley was a loving husband, father and grandfather and known as an all-around great guy.

SURVIVORS:

His loving wife: Emilie Bennett Suffridge of Jamestown, KY

2 daughters: Melissa (Rob) Gates of Hamilton, Ohio and Rhonda Honaker of Jamestown, KY

1 brother: Edward Suffridge of Austin, Texas

2 sisters: Mary Etta (Don) Spurlock of Lexington, KY and Brenda (David) Ramey of Middletown, Ohio

3 grandchildren: Haley Suffridge of Hamilton, Ohio, Heidi (Seth) Oakes of Jamestown, KY and Matthew (Caitlyn) Honaker of Lexington, KY

4 great-grandchildren: Titus Popplewell, Briar Oakes, Ava Pearson, and Bella Pearson

Funeral Service: Monday, August 1, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Mullins and Bro. Steve Bennett officiating

Burial: Bernard Ridge Cemetery with full military honors by the Russell County Honor Guard

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Monday at the funeral home

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice of Lake Cumberland, 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, KY 42503.

Pallbearers: Matthew Honaker, Seth Oakes, Andy Bennett, Steve Bennett, Donavon Wilson, Rob Pryor, and Mike Mehi

Honorary pallbearers: Titus Popplewell and Briar Oakes

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

Edith Dean “Edie” Denson, 92, of Lexington, KY died Friday, July 29, 2022 at Grandview Nursing Rehabilitation in Campbellsville, KY. She was born on March 2, 1930 in Columbia, KY to the late Luther Thomas and Elnora Beulah Ballard Denson.

Ms. Denson was a member of Broadway Christian Church in Lexington, KY where she received the golden year’s award in appreciation of her Christian witness and dedicated service in 2006. Edie loved to travel and spend time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

1 sister: Anita Keltner of Columbia, KY

Several nieces, nephews, friends & other relatives

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 7 siblings: Ethelean Keltner, Pearl Vaughn Miller, Margie Pickett, Wesley Denson, Leslie Denson, Marving Denson and Edwin Denson.

Funeral Service: Monday, August 1, 2022 at 12:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Mark Price officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:30amCT on Monday, August 1, 2022 at  Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hosparus of Green River or to a church or organization of your choosing.

Pallbearers: Mike Rich, Jim Perkins, Lyndell Pickett, Philip Watson, Mark Watson and Craig Watson

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

Susan Downey, 63, of Jamestown, KY passed away at her home, Thursday, July 28, 2022. Born October 26, 1958, she was a daughter of Mildred Ingram Downey Royalty and the late Terry Downey. 

Susan enjoyed photography and loved animals. 

SURVIVORS:
2 daughters: Jessica (Jeffrey) Garner of Jamestown, KY and Cassidy Miller of Jeffersonville, Indiana

Her mother: Mildred Royalty of Jamestown

1 brother: Timothy James Downey of Dallas, Texas

Cremation rites were honored. 

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

Carol Bernard, 81, of Jamestown, KY passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. She was born July 6, 1941 in Russell County, KY, a daughter of the late Arva and Edna Grider Bernard. 
 

She graduated from Russell County High School and Bowling Green Business University. Carol owned and operated a florist, “Carol & Co”, as well as her own furniture store, the “Carriage House”. She had worked as supervisor over the gift shop at Lake Cumberland State Park and in most recent years, as a realtor for Golden Rule Wilson Realty. Carol was a member of the Battlefield Baptist Church. She was an avid reader, but loved nothing more than spending time with her grandchildren.

SURVIVORS:

1 son & daughter-in-law: Mark & Kirsten Lawless of Jamestown

3 grandchildren: Joshua Lawless, Jordan Lawless and Elisabeth Lawless, all of Jamestown

Along with her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her sister, Crystal Barkley.

Graveside Service: Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Bethel Cemetery in Jamestown, KY with Mark Lawless officiating

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

Macey Marie Crawhorn, 29, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at TJ Health Columbia. She was born January 26, 1993 in Pulaski County, KY. 

Macey was a graduate of Adair County High School, a housewife and a mom whose joy was her children.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Charles Ethan Crawhorn of Columbia

3 children: Elisha, Elizabeth and Josiah Crawhorn all of Columbia

Mother & father: Glenn & Tammy McInteer of Columbia

3 sisters: Kasey (Zach) Gilbert, Natosha McInteer and Kenisha McInteer all of Columbia

2 brothers: Issac McInteer and Dawson McInteer both of Columbia

2 nephews: Jeremiah Gilbert and Elisha Gilbert both of Columbia

1 niece: Evelyn Stotts of Columbia

Father & mother-in-law: Charles Jr & Connie Crawhorn of Columbia

Funeral Service: Monday, August 1, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Wayne Keith officiating

Burial: Columbia Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Monday

Casket Bearers: Daniel Dickens, Marvin Morgan, Adam Hatfield, Nathan Crawhorn, Jeff Caldwell and Bradley Gilbert

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

JC VanArsdale, 88, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 9:17 A.M. at U.K. Chandler Hospital in Lexington. He was born February 12, 1934 in Adair County to the late Everett and Floy Burris VanArsdale. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Paul VanArsdale and four sisters: Rena Carter, Lou Keltner, Judy Miller and Donna Bivens.

JC was a member of Living By Faith Church, a U.S. Army Veteran, a 56 year member of Columbia Lodge 96, a member of V.F.W. Post 6097 and was owner of Dixie Cash & Carry for many years.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 70 years: Elizabeth Corbin VanArsdale of Columbia

1 daughter & son-in-law: Lesa & Bobby Withers of Columbia

3 sons & daughters-in-law: Daryl & Trudy VanArsdale, Alan & Beth VanArsdale, Kevin & Kesha VanArsdale all of Columbia

1 sister & 2 brothers-in-law: Doris and Sonny Miller and Kenneth Russell Miller of Creelsboro

11 grandchildren

10 great-grandchildren,

3 great-great grandchildren (and expecting 2 great-great grandchildren very soon)

Sspecial friend & fishing buddy: Glen Corbin of Columbia

Several nieces, nephews, other relative & friends

Funeral Service: Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Columbia Christian Church with Bro. Bobby Withers and Pastor Johnny Hood officiating

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

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Friday and after 8:00 A.M. Saturday at Columbia Christian Church

Masonic rites will be held Friday at 7:00 P.M. on Friday by Columbia Lodge #96

Casket Bearers: Tim, Tyron, Noah and Zach VanArsdale, Jayln Cross, Mason Adams, Josh Withers

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Chester Voils, III, 29, of Russell Springs, KY, known by all as “Chedder” and by his aunt as “Mario”, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. He was born in Somerset, KY on May 30, 1993, a son of Chester Voils, Jr. and Amanda Grimes Whittle. 

He was a kind-hearted young man who will be remembered for his big smile and personality. No one could be sad around Chedder; he always had a funny story to tell. He was an animal lover.

Chedder was a loving son to his father, Chester Voils, Jr., and had missed him deeply since his passing in September 2021. He was a devoted father to his son, Colbie. Anyone who knew and loved Chedder would say his was a light dimmed too soon.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Colbie Bunch of Somerset

His mother: Amanda Whittle of Russell Springs 

The love of his life: Sarah Hunter of Russell Springs

1 brother: Josh (Shelby) Voils of Russell Springs

1 sister: Kaysie Voils of Russell Springs

2 uncles: Tommy (Melissa) Voils and Ralph Grimes, Jr. both of Russell Springs

3 aunts: Eva Jessee of Russell Springs, Crystal (Bryan) Stilts of Greensburg, and Crystal (Mark) Rexroat of Russell Springs

His 2 beloved dogs: Tucker & Dakota

Funeral Service: Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Dunbar officiating 

Interment: Voils Family Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Thursday

Active pallbearers: Josh Voils, Tommy Voils, Colbie Bunch, Ralph Grimes, Jr., Bryan Stilts, Ralph Grimes, III, Jacob Grimes and Mason Miniard

Honorary pallbearers: Preston Sneed, Dylan Leach, Dustin Stephens, Matt Ginn and Danny Carrender

Bernard Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Patty Ann Scott Keltner, 68, of the Portland community of Adair County, KY died Sunday, July 24, 2022 at 1:33 A.M. at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown. She was born June 21, 1954 in Campbellsville, KY. 
 

Patty graduated from Taylor County High School, worked at Osh Kosh B’Gosh for many years, was a homemaker, and a member of Columbia Baptist Church where she was always involved in youth activities. She was more recently involved with the youth at Columbia First Church of the Nazarene.

She was preceded in death by her father, Marvin Scott, her step-father, Everett Wilson and a daughter, Lisa Crawhorn.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 37 years: Billy Joe Keltner of Portland

5 children: Lora George (Darren) of Bardstown, Elesha Butler (Bill) of Rineyville, Thomas Keltner (Danielle) of Columbia, Sean Keltner (Becky) of Russell Springs, and Jason Keltner (Tessa) of Albany

Her mother: Freda Perkins Scott Wilson of Campbellsville

13 grandchildren: Keeley, Riley, Jenna, Andrew, Peyton, Ember, Jacob, Storm, Cameron, Ian, Conner, Darcy and Kaladin

2 brothers: James Scott and Greg Scott both of Campbellsville

Several nieces, nephews and many other special family & friends

Funeral Service: Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Brent Piatt officiating

Visitation: After 2:00 P.M. Wednesday

The family would appreciate a donation to the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene Youth instead of flowers. These can be left at the funeral home.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Jerry (Jolly) Young, 68, of Jamestown, KY passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022 at T.J. Health Columbia. He was born in Greensburg, KY on August 14, 1953, a son of the late Lois (Warf) Whitlock and Rollin -Young.

Jerry was self employed.

SURVIVORS:

Patty Jo Hammond, 52, of Russell Springs, KY, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Russell County Hospital. She was born in Albany, KY on November 2, 1969, a daughter of the late Reba (Garner) and Samuel Ray Hammond.

Patty was a former factory worker at Dr. Schneider Automotive Systems.

SURVIVORS:

Lavern Bennett, 87, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Friday, July 22, 2022 at the Danville Health and Rehabilitation Center in Danville, KY. Born May 22, 1935 in Russell County, he was a son of the late Olis Elmer and Velva Wilmerth Patterson Bennett. 

Lavern was well-known in the community for “Bennett’s Produce”, a fruit and vegetable stand that he managed at various locations in the county for over 50 years. When he wasn’t busy working, he enjoyed playing cards and Chinese checkers. Lavern also enjoyed talking to people. He was known for “telling stories” that were “maybe not all true.” Lavern dearly loved his family and spending time with all of them.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Shannon Coomer Bennett

1 son: Mike (Lisa) Bennett of Russell Springs

1 daughter: Diana (Wayne) Hockensmith of Frankfort

1 brother: Winston (Brenda) Bennett of Columbia

Sister-in-law: Sheila Bennett of Somerset

5 grandchildren: Jason Ford, Amy Hockensmith, Jeremy Hockensmith, Jamie Elmore, and Heather Elmore

16 great-grandchildren & 9 great-great-grandchildren
 

In addition to his parents, Lavern was preceded in death by 2 brothers; Louis Bennett and Paul Bennett and a sister, Orean Whittle.

Funeral service: Monday, July 25, 2022 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Billy Silverman officiating

Burial: Coffey’s Chapel Cemetery

Visitation: After 9:00amCT on Monday at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Mikie Elmore, Donnie Elmore, Tyler Atchley, Jason Ford, Tracey Bennett, and Bo Roy

Funeral arrangements for Mr. Lavern Bennett are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at bernardfuneralhome.com.
 

Gary Dean Foley, 61, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. He was born in Adair County on April 19, 1961, a son of the late Eldridge Paul and Audra Shearer Foley.

Gary was mechanically inclined, spending most of his working career as a fabricator building barges. He was a talented guitarist and enjoyed listening to different kinds of music.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Trent Foley (Trisha) of Russell Springs

1 grandson: Grant Foley of Russell Springs

Along with his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his daughter, Tosha Foley; his brother, J.D. Melson; and a special uncle, Carlus Ray Foley.

Cremation rites will be honored.

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

Clara Flowers, 87, of Columbia, KY died Thursday, July 21, 2022 at Norton Hospital in Louisville. She was born June 8, 1935 in Adair County, KY to the late Earl and Jennie Vee Ewing Willis. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Flowers, two grandchildren, Briceson Crawley and Mytaya Willis, one brother, Ralph Willis and one sister, Kay Willis Scott.

Clara attended Jackman High and later attended Kentucky State University. She worked at Williams Cleaners and retired from Osh Kosh B’Gosh. She accepted Christ at an early age and united with First Baptist Church where she served as President of the Usher Board and Gospel Choir and a member of the Zion District Choir. She would lend a helping hand and was very devoted to her family.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Sondra Flowers of Louisville

3 sons: Charles Willis (Sheeree) of Louisville, Doug Crawley of Smyrna, Tennessee and Reggie Flowers of Louisville

3 brothers: Fred Willis of Louisville, James Mac Willis of Memphis, Tennessee and Glen Willis of Sacramento, California

1 sister: Earlene Thomas of Columbia

5 grandchildren: C.J. Willis, Dana Taylor, Jessica Flowers, Randall Jefferson (Katie) and Angela Jefferson

A host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, & other relatives & friends

Funeral service: Monday, July 25, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Rev. K.F. Tuck delivering the Eulogy

Burial: Forest Lawn Cemetery

Visitation: Sunday from 5:00-8:00 P.M. and anytime Monday before service

Casket Bearers: Keenan Bridgewater, Joseph Smith, Craig Lasley, Ricky Groves, C.J. Willis, Yves White

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Lynda Lee Loy, 77, of Russell Springs, KY died Wednesday afternoon, July 20, 2022 at Russell County Hospital. Born February 13, 1945 in Richmond, Virginia, Lynda was formerly a Moffett, and grew up in Nicholasville, KY. 
 

She married Charles Loy in 1961. They welcomed a son, Matthew Loy, in 1970. She was a factory worker before opening her own daycare that she ran and operated for over 20 years. The children that she helped to raise, many now adults, remember her fondly for her immense wisdom and unique ability to approach any situation or person with compassion and warmth. “Nanny” will never be forgotten by those she so diligently took care of.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of over 60 years: Charles Loy

1 son & daughter-in-law:Matthew & Teresa Loy of Russell Springs

2 granddaughters: Grace Loy and Morgan Loy both of Russell Springs

2 brothers: Walt Moffett and Selbert Moffett

Several nieces & nephews

Special friend: Rhonda Pike

Along with her parents, Lee, Jr. and Mary Cates Moffett, Lynda is preceded in death by her sister, Nancy Ping Bradley.

There will be a Celebration of Life announced at a later date. 
 

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

Her granddaughters wish for all to understand the impact Nanny’s life and career has had on not only them, but everyone Nanny came in contact with. She loved her girls, and they loved her.

Bernard Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com
 

Corrine Elizabeth Miller, 68, of Columbia, KY died Monday, July 18, 2022 at NHC Healthcare in Glasgow, KY after an extended illness. She was born on October 30, 1953 in Columbia, KY to the late Marvin Hay and Lula Mae Sinclair Jackson.

SURVIVORS: 

3 sisters: Nellie Bell (Orby Martin) of Glasgow, KY, Marlene Cowan (Kenneth) of Columbia, KY and Brenda McIntyre (Jeff) of Florida

2 brothers: Raymond Jackson (Shirlene) and Ronnie Jackson (Kathy) both of Russell Springs, KY

Several nieces, nephews, friends & other relatives

Corrine chose cremation and a memorial graveside service will be held at 2:00pmCT on Sunday, July 24, 2022 at the Freedom Cemetery with Bro. Wayne Wilson officiating.

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

Beverly "Bev" George, 54, of Jamestown, KY. Bev passed away on July 19, 2022 at T.J Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow.

Survivors include one brother, Donald Wayne George of Carlisle, KY; two special Nieces, Cassie Walker of Glencoe, KY; Morgan Bennett of Russell Springs, KY; along with many Aunts, Uncles, nieces and nephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Mathers-Gaunce Funeral Home 105 S. Locust Street Carlisle, KY 40311

Memorial Service Planned for a Later Date 

Helen Ann Grider-Brumley, 82, of Russell Springs, KY passed away at her home on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Born April 13, 1940 in Russell County, she was a daughter of the late Ruel and Mary Dowell Beck Grider. 
 

Helen was a former Vice President of Savings at First National Bank in Russell Springs. She also was a Longaberger Basket Dealer. Helen loved to bake for family and friends and was known to enjoy being able to “wheel and deal” with people, if the opportunity arose. She was a member of Jamestown Christian Church and she dearly loved her “church family.”  Helen was a pianist and organist for the church for over 65 years.  

Survivors include two sons: Steven Karl (and Jan) Brumley of Russell Springs, and Tyler Brent Brumley of Jamestown; a daughter, Susan Brumley-Melton (and Jerry); a sister, Leontine Sullivan-Bihr (and Bill) of Russell Springs; two sisters-in-law; Wilma Grider of Lexington and Brenda Brumley of Jamestown; a brother-in-law, Danny (and Carol) Brumley of Jamestown; 4 grandchildren: Jordan Brumley, Jade Brumley, Hannah Brumley, and Anaston Brumley; one great-grandchild, Owen Reece Brumley; and  special friends: Lisa Tarter and Rick Mann.

In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years, Ernest Brumley, who passed away May 6, 2022 and 2 brothers: Hollis Grider and Joe Bob Grider.

Funeral service: 1:00pmCT on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Welker and Bro. Tony Stephens officiating the service along with a written message from Bro. Jason “Bucky” Walters. Cremation rites will be honored following the service.

Visitation: After 8:00amCT on Saturday at the funeral home.

Honorary pallbearers: Judy Robertson, Desda Grider, Marilyn Roy, Cletta McKinney, Glenda Coffey, Bobbye Butler, Charlene Hale, Rose Walton, Greta Kircher, Brenda Pierce, Bonnie Welker, Bonnie McGaha, Glenna Bertram, Gail Wilson, Janet Wilkerson, Ruby Thomas, Alice Jane Sharp, Ruth Ann Gosser, Libby Ann Richards, Joyce Coffey, Kathryn Jones Hamm, Shirley Lawson, Esther Hadley, Scottie Weston, Tonya Womack, and Dr. LeeAnn Cooper.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Jamestown Christian Church Music Program, PO Box 97, Jamestown, KY, 42629, or to Hospice of Lake Cumberland, 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, KY, 42503.

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

ESSIE "JEAN' MOORE, 87, passed away on Wednesday, July, 13 2022 at Huntington Woods Care and Rehabilitation Center in Westlake, Ohio. She was born in Beauty, Martin County, KY on November 7, 1934, the only child of the late James “Major” Preece and Mary Alice (Branham).
 

During high school, Theodore and Edna Younce fostered her and welcomed her into their home as their own. Jean graduated from Warfield (Kentucky) High School in 1952. On July 6, 1954 she married her sweetheart, the late Billy Gene Moore, in Switzer, Logan County, West Virginia. For their honeymoon, she chuckled that they had a bologna sandwich at a local park. Throughout her life, Billy always chided her that he was one day her senior. Shortly after marriage, Billy and Jean moved to Columbus, Ohio and a few years later to Cleveland for work. In 1976, they moved to Columbia, KY where they made their home until she moved to her son’s home in Cleveland in 2021.

During her life, Jean worked as a secretary for a law firm, a seamstress for Joseph & Feiss, newspaper delivery woman, a farmer with her husband and provided self-employed home and office cleaning services and was a nurse's aide. Jean loved the Lord and her church. Before the onset of dementia, she was an active member of Columbia (Kentucky) Christian Church. She loved to travel, eat out, crochet and sing gospel music. In recent years, she rarely went anywhere without her beloved doggie, Bear.
 

Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Gene Moore; her daughter, Patricia (Moore) Burton; her son, James Dean Moore; and 6 half-sisters & 2 half-brothers. 

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Ronald Dean Moore

1 daughter: Pamela (Lyndon Cox) Moore

6 grandchildren: Tanya (Joe) Sebek, Robert (Cora) Brady, Christina (Roy) Coffey, Bobbie Jo (Brett) Russell, Joshua Moore, Jacob (Michelle) Moore

9 great grandchildren

3 half-sisters: Elizabeth (James) Justice, Dora Jean Fuller and Miriam McVey

3 half-brothers: James (Mary) Preece, Paul (Arlene) Preece and Amos Ray Preece

A host of nieces & nephews
 

Funeral Service: Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Callaham Funeral Home, 278 W. Main St., Inez, KY 41224  at 10:00amET

Visitation: Friday, July 22, 2022 from 6:00pm-8:00pmET 

Interment: Lower Moore Cemetery, Pilgrim, in Martin County, KY
 

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Grundy Mountain Mission School, 1760 Edgewater Dr., Grundy, VA 24614 www.mmskids.org

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

Harold Ray Warren, 83, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville, KY. He was born on October 13, 1938 in Knifley, KY to the late Virgil and Thelma Sinclair Warren. 

Mr. Warren attended the Knifley Chapel Brethren in Christ Church and he and his wife was former members of the Sonshine Quartet. He enjoyed making furniture and playing the guitar.

SURVIVORS:

2 children: Donna Shirley (Carl) of Columbia, KY and Steve Warren (Kim) of Union, KY

7 grandchildren: Stephanie Shirley, Matthew Shirley, Hannah Burney (Keegan), Abby Warren, Elijah Warren, Faith Warren and Isaiah Warren

3 great-grandchildren: Katelynn Shirley, Gabriel Burney and Finn Burney

4 siblings: Russell Warren (Paula), Bonnie Hancock, Linda Hughes (Larry) and Vonda Welliver all of Knifley, KY

Several nieces & nephews

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Jean Feese Warren and 3 siblings: Troy, Benjamin and Eventis Warren.

Funeral Service: Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Dave Book and Bro. Jordan Burton officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: Friday from 5:00-8:00pmCT and Saturday morning until time for the funeral

Pallbearers: Mr. Warren’s nephews

Honorary pallbearers: Zach Steele and Haiden Johnson

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

Joyce Linda Lintner, 78, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at her daughters residence in Columbia, KY.  She was born in San Francisco, CA on August 21, 1943 to the late Earl and Camilla Neil Perkowski. 

Mrs. Lintner was a member of the Central Church of Christ and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

2 children: Diane West (Jared) of Columbia, KY and Brian Lintner (Denise) of Matawan, NJ

11 grandchildren: Meagan, Brian, McKenzie, Zachary, Joseph, Hayli, Hannah, Miranda, Reesa and Payton all of Kentucky and Matthew Lintner (Sondra) of New Jersey

2 great-grandchildren: Matthew, Jr. and Alexander

2 siblings: Janet Fry of Oregon and Alan Perkowski (Betty) of Texas

The family chose cremation and a memorial service will be held at 2:00pmCT on Sunday, July 17, 2022 at the Central Church of Christ, 5921 Russell Springs Rd., Columbia, KY 42728 with Bro. Jared West officiating.

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

Derek Wade Cowan, 40, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, July 10, 2022 in Knifley, KY. He was the son of Rebecca Thomas of Columbia, KY and the late Roger Lynn Cowan.

Derek was free spirited, fun loving and a warm hearted man. He enjoyed doing yard work and helping anyone and everyone; he never met a stranger.

SURVIVORS:

His mother & stepfather: Rebecca & Fred Thomas of Columbia

3 children: Kiara Cowan and Cash Cowan of Russell Springs and Cecilia Salyers of Taylor County

1 sister & brother-in-law: Stephanie and Kevin Kruizenga of Campbellsville

1 half-brother: Taylor Cowan of Russell Springs

1 nephew & 2 nieces: Maddix Vaughn, Greenlee Vaughn and Audrey Kruizenga

2 special aunts: Linda Simmons of Glensfork and Leoda Curry of Campbellsville

Several other aunt, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends

The family has chosen Cremation and family services will be held at a later date

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Ghanshyam Patel, 46, of Russell Springs, KY died Monday, July 11, 2022 at the UK Hospital in Lexington, KY.

Ceremony: Thursday, July 14, 2022 from 12:00pm-4:00pmET at Southern Oaks Funeral Home in Somerset, KY.

Wayne Eastridge, 83, of Knifley, KY died Monday, July 11, 2022 in Louisville, KY from an extended illness. He was the son of the late Coy Eastridge and Opal Hovious Eastridge and was born on January 27, 1939 at the family’s home on Hovious Ridge.

He was a life-long farmer. He grew up on a dairy farm and continued dairy farming until the cows were sold in 2001. Upon selling the dairy cows, he continued with beef cattle, horses, pigs, and sheep. Throughout his farming career, he enjoyed caring for and trading many different animals, sometimes even exotic animals. He bred horses and donkeys for many years, including small and large donkeys until the time of his death. Over many years, he was an avid raccoon, rabbit, and quail hunter. He enjoyed hunting with many family members and passing this interest on to his two sons. He often spoke of hunting trips to Canada and Illinois. He traded hunting dogs for rabbits and raccoons for many years. He was an avid collector of knives and guns, which is an interest he passed on to his sons and daughter as well.   

He was married to Mildred Aliene Davidson Eastridge on January 27, 1959. They celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary in January, 2022. She worked side-by-side with him on the farm and survives today.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Eastridge of Elkhorn. 

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Mildred Aliene Davidson Eastridge

2 sons: Lenuel Eastridge (Donna) of Marysville, OH and Howard Eastridge (Briann)Columbia, KY

1 daughter: Paula Bault of Knifley, KY

6 grandchildren: Matthew (Alecia) Eastridge of Bowling Green, KY, Megan (Justin) McCreary of Marysville, OH, Jordan (LeeAnn) Eastridge of Saloma, KY, Brittany Eastridge of Bowling Green, KY, Bethany (Cody) Hammond of Brandenburg, KY, and Sarah (Brian) Showalter of Marysville, OH

 2 step-grandchildren: Chaz (Samantha) Giles of Columbia, KY and Van (Karli) Giles of Lexington, KY

11 great-grandchildren

2 brothers: Byron Eastridge (Betty) of Knifley, KY and Ronnie Eastridge (Darlene) or Elkhorn, KY

2 sisters: Mary Williams of Elkhorn, KY and Myra Greer of Knifley, KY 

Sister-in-law: Joyce Eastridge of Elkhorn, KY

Many other family members and friends who have been a tremendous support

FUNERAL SERVICE: Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 11:00amCT at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville, KY

VISITATION: Wednesday, July 13, 2022 from 5:00pm-8:00pmET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.

Maggie Zimmerman, 29, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, July 10, 2022 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY.  She was born in Baltimore, MD on December 28, 1992 to the late Danette Chamberlain Zimmerman and Chuck Zimmerman of Columbia who survives.

Maggie was of the Christian faith and an employee of The Adair Progress.

SURVIVORS:

Her father: Chuck Zimmerman of Columbia 

Maternal grandmother: Barbara Chamberlain of Maryland

1 brother: Jordan Zimmerman (Kara) of Columbia, KY;@

1 niece: Journey Zimmerman

1 nephew: Cadan Zimmerman

The family chose cremation and a memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

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

Jenee Amelia Devine, 31, of Bowling Green, formerly of Columbia, died Friday, July 8, 2022 at her home in Bowling Green. She was born July 20, 1990 in Paducah, KY and was preceded in death by her father, William David Devine.

SURVIVORS:

Her parents: Julie and Gary Day of Columbia, KY

Her stepmother: Michelle Devine of Johnson City, Illinois

2 brothers: Derek Devine of Johnson City, Illinois and Garet Day of Columbia, KY

1 sister: Jaimi Franklin (John) of Jamestown, KY

Her fiancé: Wyatt Long of Bowling Green, KY

Grandparents: Sharon Proue of Dade City, Florida, Saundra Douglas of Marion, Illinois and David Day of Columbia, KY

2 aunts: Kristie Gassaway (Greg) of Glasgow, KY and Kim Ferrari (Keith) of Franklin, Tennessee

1 uncle: Mark Douglas (Terra) of Spring Hill, Florida

Special cousin: Garet Payne (Kelby) of Glasgow, KY

Her fur babies: Roxie & Phoebe

Several other relatives & friends

The family will receive friends to celebrate Jenee’s life on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 from 10:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with private burial to follow.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in Columbia, KY is in charge of arrangements.

Vitis Rodgers, 96, of Liberty, KY passed away on Friday, July 8, 2022 at his residence. He was born April 21, 1926 in Casey County, KY, a son of the late George and Fannie Lee Emerson Rodgers.

Vitis was a Business Owner.

SURVIVORS: 

11 children: Jerry Rodgers of Liberty, Scharlene Terrill of Liberty, Wanda Rodgers of Columbia, Glenda Rodgers of Liberty, Donnie Rodgers of Liberty, Ronald Rodgers of Liberty, Gloria Luttrell of Windsor, Rita Burton of Columbia, David Rodgers of Liberty, Debra Laman of Dunnville and Judy Spagnoletti of Dunnville

104 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nettie Marie Lee Rodgers; a son, Jackie Rodgers; 4 grandchildren: Robbie Rodgers, Macie Drake, Emery Bryant and Tynlee Spagnoletti; and 10 siblings: Ernest Rodgers, Isabelle O’Neal, Louis Rodgers, Beatrice Carmicle, Lois Harris, Beulah Stephens, Otha Rodgers, Clyde Rodgers, Clifton Rodgers, and Vivian Hoskins.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 2:00pmET at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel in Liberty, KY with Bro. Don Clark and Bro. Richard Laman officiating

Burial: Whited Cemetery

Visitation: Monday, July 11, 2022 from 6:00-9:00pmET at Bartle Funeral Home

Bartle Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Juanita Day, 82, of Columbia, KY died Friday, July 8, 2022 at 8:31 P.M. at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville. She was born in Gradyville on March 24, 1940 to the late Elbert and Ethel Parson Brock. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 6 brothers and 3 sisters: Clarence, Lawrence, Gilbert, Paul, James and Russell Brock, Annie Elmore, Hattie Moore and Maerene Shirley. 
 

She retired from Fruit of the Loom and was a member of Calvary Temple Church.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: David Day of Columbia

1 daughter: Beverly (Ray) Smith of Campbellsville

2 sons: Gary (Julie) Day and Anthony (Ashley) Day all of Columbia

2 brothers: Arvis Brock of Mt. Washington and Lester Brock of Columbia

1 sister: Wanda Mauk of Columbia

4 grandchildren: Chase Smith, Garret, Austin and Annamarie Day

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends

Funeral service: Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Calvary Temple Church with Pastor Troy McWhorter officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Monday and after 6:00 A.M. Tuesday at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home and after 10:00 A.M. Tuesday at Calvary Temple

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Chalmer Dwight Fisher, Jr., 74, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at Summit Manor Nursing Home. He was born January 9, 1948 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Chalmer Dwight and Mary Susan Howell Fisher. 
 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Stevie Fisher and one sister, Regina Overby

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Sheila Fisher of Buffalo, KY, Shawn Fisher of Ohio and Larry Fisher of Florida

1 brother: Jackie Fisher, Sr., of Florida

3 sisters: Sherry Yancy of Florida, Patricia Stapleton of Radcliff, KY and Vickie Fisher of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews including 2 great-nephews that grew up around him: Gary and Dalton Crawford of Columbia

Several other relatives & friends

Cremation has been chosen and no services are planned at this time.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Wendell Burton, 71, of Columbia, KY died Thursday, July 7, 2022 at Norton Hospital in Louisville, KY. He was born on October 11, 1950 in Adair County to the late Lether and Ruthie Bryant Burton. 

Wendell had professed his faith in Christ and dedicated his life to his farm, helping his neighbors and spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.

He married the late Helen Faye Kemp Burton on June 26, 1970.

SURVIVORS:

4 children Suzanna Streeval (Tony), Rodney Burton (Ashley), Cagney Burton and Kayla Hagedorn (Vince) all of Columbia, KY

8 grandchildren: Leslie, Sarah and Lily Streeval, Ethan, Audra and Asher Burton and Jake and Levi Hagedorn

1 brother: Onda Wayne Burton of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews.

In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Baylee Fayth Hagedorn; 6 brothers: Joseph, Zenith, Jimmy, Ronald “Moonbeam”, Gobbel, and Minnie; and 2 sisters: Katie McKinney and Wanda Burton.

Funeral Service: Monday, July 11, 2022 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Ralph Foster officiating

Burial: Bearwallow Cemetery

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

Pallbearers: Dewayne McKinney, Greg Burton, Donnie Burton, Jimmy Bailey, Larry Burton and Mark Redman

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

James E. Snow, 72, of Jamestown, KY passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at Russell County Hospital. He was born in Jamestown, KY on June 19, 1950, a son of the late Lillie (Bell) and William L. Snow.

He was a welder and fabricator.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Phyllis Morrison Snow
1 daughter: Teresa Pierce
2 sons: Greg Snow and Charles Durrant
2 sisters: Joyce Smith and Shirley Allgood
1 brother: Ed Snow

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a son, Everett Snow; a sister, Lillian Pierce; and 2 brothers: William Jr. and Albert Snow.


The family chose care and cremation.

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

Tony Landin Burton, 53, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, July 6, 2022 from injuries sustained in a logging accident. He was born on June 2, 1969 in Columbia, KY to the late Frankie and Sheila Ann Clements Burton.

Tony was of the Christian faith and enjoyed fishing, hunting, driving and building demolition derby cars and spending time with family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Rhonda Murphy Burton of Columbia, KY

2 children: Jessica Thompson (Brandon) and Michael Burton (Katie Dawn Morgan) both of Hodgenville, KY

7 grandchildren: NinaMae, Logan, Jed, Amelia, Eli, Oakley and Oliver

3 siblings: Teresa Falucskai (Joe) of Campbellsville, KY, William Douglas Burton (Cate) of Lexington, KY and Kevin Burton (Heather) of Columbia, KY

Aunts & uncles: Deborah Hensley, Sheila Burton, William Burton (Rose), and Danny Burton (Rita) all of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his grandparents: Delmer Lee & Arleter Burton and William “Bob” & Audra Clements.

The family chose cremation with private services to be held at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses.

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

Rebecca Schetler, 75, of Louisville, KY passed away on the morning of July 5, 2022 surrounded by family at her home in Columbia. She was born on April 5, 1947 to the late Charles Frederick and Mildred M. Bratcher.

She was lovingly raised by her mother and stepfather, Charles Francis Metten. During her youth, she was a member of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Bardstown, KY followed by a membership of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church of Jamestown, KY later in life. Rebecca enjoyed a full and adventurous life with various careers. Her fondest stories were from her employment at E&H Electrical, Fruit of the Loom, and Coffey’s Veterinary Center where she retired at the age of 68. Rebecca loved riding and showing horses, playing guitar and singing, and telling tales of her youth. She was a loving and spirited mother and grandmother and a devoted donor to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: John (Heather) Schetler of Louisville

2 daughters: Jennifer (Jeron) Loy of Jamestown, KY and Janice Coffey of Columbia, KY

2 sisters: Charleen Cook and Linda Pace, both of Louisville

8 grandchildren: Jayln Loy, Kyle Schetler, Lauren Schetler, Bethany (John) Bowie, Matthew Schank, Stephanie (Isaiah) Titus, Aaron Graves, and Khristen Graves

Several special nieces & nephews

In addition to her parents and stepfather, Rebecca was preceded in death by her son, Charles Lee Schetler, Jr. and her brother-in-law, Randall Cook.

Funeral Service: Sunday, July 10, 2022 at 3:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home in Russell Springs, KY with Bro. Doug Baldwin officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery in Columbia

Visitation: After 12:00pmCT on Sunday, July 10, 2022 at the funeral home

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations of sympathy be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital: 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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

Christine McQueary, 81, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022. She was born May 28, 1941 in Russell County, a daughter of the late Samuel and Luona Higginbotham George. 
 

She married Glenvil McQueary on June 1, 1963. They celebrated over 58 years of marriage. Glenvil passed away May 13, 2022. She was also preceded in death by 2 sisters: Elaine George and Diane George.

Christine ran her own fabric and glassware businesses. She helped Glenvil with auctions and benefits. She loved their time together, whether it was at home, bargain shopping or sight-seeing. Christine was a private lady who was happy being with her family.  She was a devoted grandmother who would do anything for her grandkids. She enjoyed cooking and made sure everyone had their favorites, from drinks to desserts and everything in between.

SURVIVORS:

2 daughters: Sharon (Randy) Walker of Bloomington, Indiana and Teresa (Barney) Bernard of Russell Springs

4 grandchildren: Bailye Walker of Bloomington, Indiana, Devin (Matt) Mayfield of Sellersburg, Indiana, Zachary Bernard of Lexington and Justin Burton of Russell Springs

1 great-grandson: Braxton Mayfield

Funeral service: 10:00amCT on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at Bernard Funeral Home

Burial: Russell Springs City Cemetery

Visitation: Friday, July 8, 2022 from 5:00pm-8:00pmCT and on Saturday after 8:00amCT

Bernard Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Gary Alan Brown, Jr., 21, of Prospect, KY passed away Friday, July 1, 2022 in Louisville, KY.  He was born on June 8, 2001 in Jeffersonville, IN.

Alan accepted Jesus Christ as his savior at a young age and joined the Green Castle Baptist Church. He was a great athlete that played football at Ballard High School and as a senior he was selected to the Kentucky Allstars.

SURVIVORS:

His parents: Gary Alan Brown, Sr. and Sharon Blackwell Brown both of Prospect, KY

Several cousins, aunts, uncles and friends including locally his aunt, Rannie Blackwell and uncle, Dale Blackwell

Funeral service: Saturday, July 9, 2022 at 12:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Caldwell officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery
 

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

Pallbearers: cousins and friends Bryce, Bennie, Eli, Jordan, Otis and DeAndre

Barbara Ann Weir Stephens, 80, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022 at the UK Bluegrass Hospice Center in Lexington. She was born May 13, 1942 in Hopkins County, KY, the daughter of the late Charles Wallace and Macil Olear Parker Weir. 

Barbara retired from Stephens Pipe and Steel as their accounts payable manager. She loved her job and her friends at work. She was an avid UK sports fan who enjoyed playing bingo and working crossword puzzles. Barbara was of the Baptist faith.

SURVIVORS:

1 step-daughter: Regina Wright (Rodney) of Russell Springs

1 brother: Eugene Weir of Galveston, Texas

3 sisters: Connie Burgess (Wes) of Rantoul, Illinois, Brenda Osborne of Madisonville, KY and Kaye Kessler (Dale) of Indiana

1 step-granddaughter: Laura Beth McGowan (Coty)

1 step-great-grandson: Hunter McGowan

Brother-in-law: Gene McGregor of Madisonville

A host of nieces & nephews

Her especially beloved puppy, Chloe

Along with her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her brother, Wayne Weir and her sister, Dorothy McGregor.

Graveside Service: Thursday, July 7, 2022 at 12:00pmCT at Bernard Ridge Cemetery with Bro. Billy Silverman officiating

Pallbearers: Rodney Wright, Coty McGowan, Terry Stephens, Brian Osborne, Brandon Osborne, and Wes Burgess

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bluegrass Hospice or to the Kentucky Humane Society at www.kyhumane.org.

Bernard Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Lillie Pearl “Polly” Banks, 93, passed from this life at her home on Thursday, June 30, 2022.  She was born in the Chance community of Adair County on October 15, 1928, the daughter of William Ancil and Elmer Lee Burbridge Thomas 

Polly was a devoted, long-time member of the Columbia Church of the Nazarene.  She loved to read, take bus trips with friends, and do just about anything outdoors, especially raise a garden. She also loved to sew and particularly enjoyed making quilts.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, George Banks (in 1997) and by 3 sisters & 2 brothers: Jewel Thomas Luchowski, Jack Thomas, Beatrice Thomas, Opal Thomas Ceresero and JB Thomas. 

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Ernie Matney, Sandy Matney Kimbler and Donna Banks White (Rodney)

4 grandsons: Kerry Matney, Jeremy Kimbler, Troy Kimbler and Rob White (Jessica)

3 great-granddaughters: Sydney, Sophie and Kaydence Kimbler.

Graveside Service: Saturday, July 2, 2022 at 11:00amCT at Columbia Cemetery with Bro. Rick Shelton officiating

Visitation: Saturday from 9:00am-11:00amCT at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in Columbia 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hosparus Health of Green River, 295 Campbellsville Bypass #5, Campbellsville, KY 42718 or Columbia Church of the Nazarene, 1200 Jamestown Street, Columbia, Kentucky 42728 or left at the funeral home.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.