Kenneth Corbin, 88, formerly of Ramsey, Indiana (a native of Adair County, KY) passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2022. He was born to Paul Wesley Corbin and Sallie Jane Corbin (Crawhorn) in Columbia, KY on July 26, 1934.

Kenneth was a member of Lincoln Hills Christian Church and a Mason with Shively-Lewis-Parkland Lodge #951.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jean Corbin and a daughter, Joyce and son, Tony Corbin.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Tammie Brettschneider (Bill)

Daughter-in-law: Kathy Corbin

4 grandchildren: Jacqueline & Erika Corbin and Olivia & Josh Brettschneider

Funeral Service: Thursday, December 29, 2022 at 6:30pmCT at Swarens Funeral Home in Ramsey, IN with Masonic Rites at 6:00pmCT

Burial: Friday, December 30, 2022 at 11:00amCT at Haven Hill Cemetery in Adair County, KY

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Thursday, December 29, 2022 at Swarens Funeral Home 

This obituary information is a courtesy of Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in Columbia, KY.

Brenda F. Dreyer, 74, of Breeding, KY passed away on December 26, 2022 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville, KY. She was born in Scottsburg, IN on June 14, 1948 and was raised in New Albany, IN.

Brenda retired from the U.S. Census Bureau in Jeffersonville, IN. She loved the beach, spending time outdoors, working in the yard, her garden, and canning. She also enjoyed quilting and crafting.

Brenda was preceded in death by her mother, Juanita Mercer; her father, Kenneth Wells; and her stepfather, William Mercer.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 58 years: David Dreyer of Breeding, KY

2 daughters: Missi Jackson (Byron) of Georgetown, IN and Marci Dreyer of New Albany, IN

2 grandchildren: Baylea Sorto (Daniel) of Colorado Springs, CO and Jacob Jackson of New Albany, IN

1 great-granddaughter: Lilah

1 sister: Patricia Wells (Glenn) of New Salisbury, IN

Several nieces and nephews

Her little Yorkie: Lulu

Brenda's wish was to be cremated and a private celebration of life will be held by the family.

Memorial contributions in Brenda's memory may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

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

Carol Keys, 84, of Columbia, KY died December 23, 2022 at Summit Manor Health & Rehab in Columbia. She was born March 1, 1938 in Lansing, Michigan to the late John Howard Kelly, Sr. and Mary Ruth Logan Kelly. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Keys on December 3, 2022; a son, Micky Loy; and 3 sisters: Joy Kelly, Billie Gahan and Alice Tyree.

She was a member of Columbia Baptist Church, a former Social Worker and employed at First National Bank in Columbia for several years.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Howard Loy of Columbia

1 daughter: Jeanna Gonzales of Shelbyville

4 step-daughters: Jeanie Abston and Patsy Dampier both of Columbia, Terri Keys and Debbie Keys both of Peru, New York

3 brothers: Charles Kelly of Utah, John Kelly, Jr. (Sally) of Virginia, and Eager Kelly (Clara) of Oregon

2 sisters: Vickie Alexander (Bob) of Texas and Betty Dean (Alan) of Virginia

1 brother-in-law: Bill Tyree of North Carolina

8 grandchildren: Chris Loy of Russell Springs, Billie Foley of Columbia, Christy Loy of Bowling Green, Kyle Loy of Russell Springs, Trinity Gonzales of Louisville, Jacob Gonzales of Bowling Green, Katie Carroll of Bowling Green, and Brandi Ashmore of Huntsville, Alabama

6 step-grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 5 step-great-grandchildren

A host of nieces, nephews, & other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Wednesday, January 4, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Randy Johnson officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, January 4, 2022

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Phillip Albert Rinke, 85, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 26, 2022 at Covenant Care Sacred Heart in Pensacola, FL after a lengthy battle with heart and kidney failure. He was born on September 25, 1937 in Little Rock, AR, a son of the late Bruno Albert Rinke and Callie Mae Phillips Rinke.

Lovingly known as Phil, Dad, and Papaw, he was a most cherished husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, dear friend to many, and devoted follower of Christ. He grew up in Little Rock, AR and after high school, he served in the National Guard for several years. He was always one to take on a new adventure throughout his life and moved his family to southern California in 1965. He went to work for an engineering company specializing in pollution control and quickly moved up the corporate ladder. A few years later, he partnered with a fellow engineer in a start-up company as the national sales manager and built a very successful pollution control equipment company. When the company sold, Phil continued his role as national sales manager until he retired at 75. In this role, he was able to choose where to live and in 1981 decided to return to his roots in Little Rock, AR. He then met his soulmate and love of his life, Barbara, and moved to Hot Springs, AR where they enjoyed life to the fullest becoming very involved in their church community. Throughout his life, he played as hard as he worked, whether it be camping, boating, water or snow skiing, snowmobiling, dirt bike riding, golfing, playing pickle ball, or touring the country he loved in one of he and Barbara’s several motor homes. Always extremely dedicated to whatever he did, Phil was a hard worker and extremely devoted to his family and faith. He had uncompromising values and integrity. He was so young at heart, loved by many for his infectious grin and love of laughter. Phil treated everybody with kindness and respect. He will be missed dearly by many friends, his family, and especially his loving wife who took exceptional care of him the last 4 years. We know you are restored and in your saviors’ arms.

In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by a sister, Caroline Rose Rinke Clay.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 34 years: Barbara Rinke

3 children: Teri (Dave) Freiwald, Robert (Abby) Rinke, and Leslie Wilson

5 grandchildren: Lauren (Bobby) Meeks, Lane Freiwald, Amanda (Seth) Pinkerton, Rhys Phillip (Mackenzie) Rinke, and Bailey Rinke (David)

5 great-grandchildren: Kylie, Kash, Emma Rhys, Ryann, and Rowan

Niece: Beth (Randy) Allison

Nephew: Larry (Crystal) Clay

Many grand and great-grand nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Thursday, December 29, 2022 at 10:00amCT at Caruth Village Funeral Home, 4623 N. Hwy 7, Hot Springs Village, AR

Graveside Service: Saturday, December 31, 2022 at 10:00amCT at Haven Hill Cemetery, Hwy 206, Columbia, KY 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to My Wish Program at Covenant Hospice Foundation, 5041 N. 12th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32504.

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is In charge of local arrangements.

Sharon (Grant) Warbiany, 68, of Alsip, Illinois passed away suddenly on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. She was born in Somerset, KY to the late Charles and Reva Rae (Hill) Grant.

Sharon spent her life caring for children as a nanny. She leaves behind a large extended family of children that she loved! In her spare time, she could be found doing arts and crafts, but her favorite thing was spending time with her family and attending family gatherings.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Roger Grant (Susan).

SURVIVORS:

Her beloved husband of nearly 49 years: Leonard “Len” Warbiany

3 children: Shawn (Holly) Warbiany, Shannon (Joseph) Donato, and Phillip (Mary) Warbiany

5 grandchildren: Gianna Donato, Haleigh Donato, Jacob (Lauren) Warbiany, Ryley Warbiany and Chase Warbiany

Many loving nieces, nephews, & cousins

Funeral Service: Monday, January 2, 2023 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Doug Baldwin officiating

Interment: Dixon Cemetery in Jamestown, KY

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

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

Barbara Ann Janes, 77, of Columbia, KY passed away Monday, December 26, 2022 at her residence. She was born in Adair County on July 9, 1945 to the late Elzie and Ina Stotts Murphy. 

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Dillard Janes, and a daughter, Patricia Janes Stotts.

Mrs. Janes was a member of the Dunbar Hill Community Church.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Timmy Janes (Danielle Grover) of Franklin, IN

3 grandchildren: Bradley Stotts (Haley), Chris Stotts, and Jacob Stotts (Amber) all of Columbia, KY

3 step-grandchildren: Danny Ray Stotts II and David Stotts of Columbia, KY, and Aime Machlan of Franklin, IN

4 great-grandchildren

3 siblings: Carlos Murphy of Crown Point, IN, Donnie Murphy of Greensburg, KY, and Ceola Hill of Jamestown, KY

Son-in-law: Danny Ray Stotts of Columbia, KY

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and a host of friends

Funeral Service: Friday, December 30, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Darrell Tucker officiating

Burial: Sparksville Baptist Church Cemetery

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

Pallbearers: Bradley Stotts, Chris Stotts, Jacob Stotts, Danny Stotts II, Barry Firkins and Tim Janes.

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

Michael Foster, 28, of the Knifley community of Adair County, KY died Sunday, December 25, 2022 at his home. He was born February 8, 1994 in Utica, New York. 
 

He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel Foster; his mother, Carrie McClintock; and grandparents: Daniel Foster, Donald Graves and Patricia Abdallah.

Michael was a member of Knifley Area Volunteer Fire Department for several years and a CDL Driver for Amazon.

SURVIVORS:

His grandparents: Kenneth McClintock and Margaret Hance of Knifley

1 brother: Dakota Judd of Knifley

Several other relatives & friends

The family has chosen Cremation and will hold a Private Graveside service in the McClintock Family Cemetery.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Freeman Paul West, 75, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, December 25, 2022 at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia, KY. He was born in Danville, KY on April 19, 1947 to the late Paul and Lucille Ellis West.  

Mr. West was a member of the Columbia Christian Church and a veteran of the Vietnam War serving in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed shooting pool, listening to country music, bowling, University of Kentucky sports, vegetable gardening and spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Joyce Ann Carter West of Columbia, KY

4 children: Brad West and Brian West (Samantha) both of Columbia, KY, Amanda Denney of Somerset, KY and Adam P. West (Ashley) of Atlanta, GA

1 stepson: Dale M. Seaborn (Michelle) of Campbellsville, KY

Daughter-in-law: Sandy West of Las Vegas, NV

3 granddaughters: Ava, Kristina and Julep Rose West

2 great-grandchildren: Jolene and Kaliya West

6 step-grandchildren: Elizabeth and Kara Seaborn, Bryer and Brantlee McGuffin, and Bryce and Jeffrey Lucas

2 sisters: Nancy Ellis (Kelly) of Columbia, KY and Phyllis Gooden of Campbellsville, KY

Mother-in-law: Rebecca Melton of Columbia, KY

Several nieces, nephews, friends & other relatives

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Gary West and a brother, Richard West.  

Funeral service: Thursday, December 29, 2022 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery with full military honors provided by VFW Post 6097  

Visitation: Wednesday 4:00-8:00pmCT and Thursday morning at 

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

Noralee Harris, 80, of Columbia, KY died Thursday, December 22, 2022 at Fair Oaks Health & Rehabilitation in Jamestown. She was born February 16, 1942 in London, KY to the late Ed and Jessie Warren Johnson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Clark Harris on November 18, 2014 and two siblings: Eddie Johnson and Elizabeth Carnes. 
 

She was a member of Beulah Chapel Brethren in Christ Church.

SURVIVORS:

2 sons: John Harris and James & wife Melissa Harris of Columbia

4 grandchildren: Josh, Jacob, Haylee and Samantha Harris

1 great-grandchild: River Lee Harris

1 sister: Mary Allen of Mt. Vernon

Sister-in-law: Margaret Johnson of London

Several other relatives & friends

Ms. Harris chose Cremation and a Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 31, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Clifton Bennett and Bro. Zach Wood officiating.

The family will receive visitors after 11:00 A.M. Saturday, December 31, 2022. 

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Sara Marjorie Ann Sexton, 81, of Edmonton, KY passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at Baptist East Hospital in Louisville, KY. She was born in Niobrara, NE on February 8, 1941 to the late James Theadore and Sara Ann Neyens Muller.

Marjorie was a member of the Prices Creek Missionary Baptist Church and along with her husband, she was a member of the Mid-Kentucky Antique Car Club. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 61 years: Kenneth Sexton of Edmonton, KY

3 children: Delisa Sexton of Los Angeles, CA, Anita McCracken (Eric) of Louisville, KY and Duane “Buddy” Sexton of Mt. Washington, KY

9 grandchildren: John Dudley, Nathan McCracken, Rachel McCracken, Lydia McIntrye (Adam), Claudia McCracken, Erica McCracken, Isabella Sexton, Jordan Sexton, and Gerald Dudley

1 great-grandchild: Addison Coyle

Several nieces & nephews

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 7 siblings: James Theadore, Clayton Leo, Jake John, Howard Henry, Thomas Otto, and Frank Charles Muller and Mary Jo Closson.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 11:00amCT at Prices Creek Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Jim Blair officiating

Burial: Bragg Cemetery

Visitation: Monday, January 2, 2023 from 3:00-7:00pmCT and Tuesday until 10:30amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

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

Darrell Russell “Buddy” Green, 86, of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at his residence. He was born on January 24, 1936 in Columbia, KY to the late Walter and Daisy Dewey Gadberry Green.
 

He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Victoria “Vicky” Loy Greena and a brother, Charles Henry Green.

Mr. Green was a member of the Praise Assembly of God Church and a veteran of the U. S. Army. He was an active member of VFW Post 6097 and considered it an honor to help provide military honors for fallen veterans. 
 

Buddy was a righteous man who was a servant, a missionary to Mexico, and Ecuador. A deacon, elder, and a man who played guitar and sang in nursing homes to the shut ins until Covid hit. He did this in his 70s and 80s. He was an excellent caregiver to his wife who had Parkinson’s up until her death over ten years ago. He was at McDonald’s every morning at 5am, and there will be an empty spot this morning with the table of men who gather there.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Terri Joiner (David) of Reno, Nevada, Bonnie Manning (Jeff) of Indian Harbour, FL, and Norman Green (Diane) of Louisville, KY

6 grandchildren: William Hatch (Rebecca), Robert Foster, Samuel Foster, Summer Fletcher (David), Aaron Joiner (Mary), and Ashley Joiner

3 step-grandchildren: Kelly Wilson (Derick), Sarah Smith (Steven), and Amanda Guess (Chris)

Several great-grandchildren

3 siblings: Allen Green of Columbia, KY, Walter Floyd Green (Beannie) of Glasgow, KY and Reedafaye Dykes of Louisville, KY

Sister-in-law: Alma Green of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 2:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro Wade Hughes and Bro. Bob McCann officiating

Burial: Loy Cemetery with military honors provided by VFW Post 6097

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

Pallbearers: William Hatch, Robert Foster, Samuel Foster, Aaron Joiner, Todd Green, and Dave Fletcher.
 

Chris Hicks, Jr., 75, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Ephraim McDowell Medical Center in Danville. He was 75 born March 12, 1947 in Norfolk, Virginia, the son of the late Chris Ed, Sr. and Charlene Burke Hicks. 

Chris was a helpful, giving person who had a big heart. He was especially tenderhearted when it came to animals. He and a friend bought food for and fed countless stray cats in town. Chris could always make you laugh by kidding around and cracking jokes. 

SURVIVORS:

2 sons: Christopher Hicks and John A. Hicks of Oklahoma

1 aunt: Betty Nabel of New York

Nephew: Jeffrey Hicks of Oregon

Special friend: June Brewster of Russell Springs

Along with his parents, Chris was preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Sue Hicks.

Funeral Service: Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Scott Proctor and Brentley Goodin officiating

Burial: Bradley’s Pleasure Cemetery

Visitation: After 12:00pmCT on Thursday

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Russell County Senior Center, 132 Brian Walters Drive, Russell Springs, KY 42642.

Arrangements for Chris Hicks, Jr. have been entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

Bobby Gene Beard, 82, of the Pellyton Community of Adair County, KY passed away Sunday, December 18, 2022 at his residence. He was born on December 30, 1939 in Eunice, KY, a son of the late Samuel Edward and Mary J. Simpson Beard.

He was also preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Nellie Cox Beard and his infant sister, Linda Faye Beard.

He and his wife served the Pellyton community through Beards Grocery for nearly 30 years. He had a passion for farming, which included cattle and tobacco, he also peddled gates across the Midwest. He loved his sons, grandchildren, and great grandchildren with all his heart, as well as a special bond and relationship with his sister, Peggy.

SURVIVORS:

2 sons: Troy Beard (Myra) of Shepherdsville, KY and Chris Beard (April) of Pellyton

1 sister: Peggy Rich (Malcolm) of Barnett’s Creek

7 grandchildren: Lance Beard (Lindsay) of Floyds Knobs, IN, Caylee Riley (Josh) of Jacksonville, FL, Wade Beard (Anna) of Pellyton, Alec Beard of Pellyton, Cole Beard of Bowling Green, KY, Noah Beard (Sarah Kate) of Fort Riley, KS, and David Adams of Pellyton

4 great-grandchildren: Hudson, Hannah, Ransom, and Lauren Beard

1 aunt & several nieces, nephews, great nieces & nephews and many old friends

Graveside Service: Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 12:00pmCT at Barnett’s Creek Cemetery with Bro. Larry Lemmon and Bro. Troy Long officiating

Pallbearers: Lance Beard, Caylee Riley, Wade Beard, Alec Beard, Cole Beard, Noah Beard, and David Adams

In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to Barnett’s Creek Cemetery, c/o Bryan Rich, P.O. Box 394, Columbia, KY 42728.

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

Amanda Wenona Burkhart, 46, of Nashville, TN passed away Thursday, December 15, 2022 in Nashville. She was born in Kettle Falls, WA on October 22, 1976 to Grant Burkhart and the late Janice Cox Bledsoe.

SURVIVORS:

Her father: Grant Burkhart
7 children: Jade Rose of Russell Springs, KY, Ryan Burkhart of Smyrna, TN, Chance Petty (Kala Carey) of Smyrna, TN, Wolfgang Burkhart of Edmonton, KY, Mack Stargle of Monticello, KY, Victor Stargle of Monticello and Shiann Bell of Russell Springs, KY

2 grandchildren: Jace Holdtzclaw and Tilden Knott

Siblings: Ryan, Jason, Hillary, Samantha, Olivia, and Toni

Funeral Service: Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with cremation to follow the service

Visitation: After 9:00amCT on Thursday 

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

Jackie D. Mann, 72, of Jamestown, KY passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022 at his residence. He was born in Jamestown, KY on February 11, 1950, a son of the late Elsie (Warriner) and John R. Mann.

Jackie served in the U.S. Marines in the Vietnam War. 

SURVIVORS:
His wife: Deloris (Bell) Mann of Jamestown, KY
1 daughter: Jennifer Jones of Jamestown, KY
1 brother: Jimmy (Judy) Mann of Jamestown. KY
3 grandchildren: Holli Jones, Mackenzie (Dillon) Maynard, and Logan Long 

Judith Caldwell, 73, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, December 18, 2022 at the U.K. Medical Center in Lexington. She was born June 15, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois and was preceded by her parents, Louis and Sylvia Katz Stern.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter & son-in-law: Lisa & Brandon Janes of Columbia

1 son & daughter-in-law: Joseph & Stephanie Caldwell of Beaver Dam

4 grandchildren: Arabella and Maya Caldwell, Lauren and Kaitlyn Janes

Funeral Service: Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmie Cox officiating

Burial: Tarter’s Chapel Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:30 P.M. Monday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Travis R. McGowan, 41, of Jamestown, KY passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022 at his residence. He was born in Somerset, KY on February 8, 1981, a son of Drew McGowan and Lila (Malone) McGowan.

SURVIVORS:

His parents: Drew & Lila McGowan of Jamestown, KY 

2 brothers: Tyler (Stephanie) McGowan and Trey (Chelsea) McGowan, both of Jamestown, KY

His maternal grandmother: Mary Bessie Malone of Jamestown, KY

3 nieces: Rylen, Marlee & Liddie McGowan

1 nephew: Tucker McGowan

Many aunts, uncles, cousins & friends

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, William Ray Malone and his paternal grandparents, Tulsey & Audrey McGowan.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 2:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Dustin McGowan officiating

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Tuesday

Burial: Bethel Cemetery in Jamestown, KY

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

Jerry Rexroat, 78, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at Russell County Hospital. She was born in Jamestown, KY on April 10, 1944, a daughter of the late Cloda (Wells) and Bennie Gaskins.

SURVIVORS:

Donald J. Murphy, Sr., 70, of Columbia, KY (formerly of Greensburg), son of the late Mary Frances Murphy, was born December 3, 1952 in Oldham County, KY and departed this life on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. 

Donald had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Shepherd’s Chapel Church. He was a retired self-employed carpenter, and was a Vietnam Veteran having served in the United States Army.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Dellanna Hayley Murphy of Columbia

11 children: Tanya Marie Murphy, Tara Murphy Morris, Donald Jay Murphy, and James Ketcher all of Minnesota; Donnie Murphy, Dale Murphy, Michael Krebs all of Columbia, KY; and Julie Rushing of Louisville, KY

1 brother & sister: Harold Whitaker of Louisville and Ann Tyler of Florida

A host of grandchildren & great-grandchildren

Funeral Service: Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 11:00amCT at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY

Burial: On Monday, December 19, 2022 at 10:00amCT at the Lebanon National Cemetery with full military honors

Visitation: After 9:00amCT on Saturday at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home 

The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the family memorial fund which can be made at the funeral home.

Dallas Green Owens, 88, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green. Born on September 3, 1934 in Russell Springs, he was a son of the late Milford and Lucy Cook Owens.

Dallas had a passion for farming, and it was seen throughout his life’s work, whether in the field or tinkering with his tractors. Known to never meet a stranger, he loved wrestling, NASCAR, NFL football and western movies. He enjoyed golfing and traveling with his grandson as he dj’ed music. Dallas also loved his dog, Kane.

SURVIVORS:

1 stepdaughter: Louise Turner of Russell Springs

1 brother: Calvin (Regina) Owens of Russell Springs

3 sisters: Fern Ritchie of North Vernon, Indiana, Molly Bolin and Fredia Owens of Columbus, Indiana

4 grandchildren that he raised: Loretta (Don) McClure of Campbellsville, James (Jamie) Noel, Jr. of North Vernon, Indiana, Jason (Erica) Noel of North Vernon, Indiana, and Sara “Nikki” (Jason) Hall of Bowling Green

4 grandchildren: Rachel Turner of Texas, Coy Turner, II of Scottsville, Indiana, Justin Turner of Jamestown, and Colt Wilson of Russell Springs

8 great-grandchildren: Alison (and Ethen) Spencer of Campbellsville, Jade (and Zach) McClure of Nashville, Tennessee, Devin Noel of Arizona, Jordan Noel of Arizona, Celeste Noel of North Vernon, Indiana, Dereck Noel of North Vernon, Indiana, Dylan Noel of North Vernon, Indiana and Ethan Wilson of Russell Springs

2 great-great-grandchildren: Griffin Green Spencer and Lexi Rae Spencer

A host of nieces & nephews

In addition to his parents, Dallas was preceded in death by his wife, Irene Fern Coffey Owens on March 29, 2013; one son, Alan Owens; one daughter, Mary Martha Owens Noel; one stepson, William Coffey; 2 brothers: Elvis Owens and Kenneth Owens; 3 sisters: Frances Shepherd, Flonnie Short, and Flossie Knight; and one granddaughter, Destiny Turner. 

Funeral Service: Monday, December 19, 2022 at 12:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Phillip Miller officiating

Burial: Owens Family Cemetery on Damron Creek Road

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Monday at Bernard Funeral Home.

Pallbearers: James Noel, Dereck Noel, Dylan Noel, Ethen Spencer, Robert Knight, Tony Ritchie, Jason Hall, and Don McClure

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations of sympathy be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284-0692.

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

Ada Irene Thornton, 85, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. She was born October 24, 1937 in Russell County, KY, the only child of the late Rinzie and Josie Twyford Foley. 
 

Ada was a member of New Friendship Baptist Church. She enjoyed growing flowers and tending her vegetable garden. She also loved to spend time with her friends eating out, shopping, and going to yard sales.

SURVIVORS:

2 sons: Jerry (Julie) Anderson of Noblesville, Indiana and Jimmy (Kathy) Anderson of Russell Springs

1 daughter: Brenda (Harold) Smith of Russell Springs

3 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; & 1 great-great-grandchild.

In addition to her parents, Ada was preceded in death by her first husband, William Anderson, and her second husband, Glendo Thornton.

Funeral Service: Friday, December 16, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Sullivan officiating

Burial: New Friendship Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Friday at the funeral home.

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

Danny Roy Robertson, 75, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Monday, December 12, 2022 at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation in Jamestown. He was born on July 13, 1947 in Somerset, KY, a son of the late Arvel and Ruth Foley Robertson.

Danny was a US Army Veteran and a member of the Russell Springs United Methodist Church. Danny was a retired electrician, having worked at Fruit of the Loom for 20 years and later being self-employed. 

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Peggy Bennett Robertson of Russell Springs

2 sons: Jamie (Terani) Robertson and Kelly (Megan) Robertson both of Jamestown

1 daughter: Lori (Darrell) Loy of Jamestown

1 sister: Ann (Kenneth) Blakey of Russell Springs

9 grandchildren: Alexa (Martin) Cross, Addison (Zack) Owens, Abby Loy, Owen Loy, Ella (Blake) Mann, Emery Kate Robertson, Olivia Robertson, Anna James Robertson, and Ezra Robertson

In addition to his parents, Danny was preceded in death by one brother, Van Robertson. 

Per Danny’s wishes, cremation rites were honored. 

There will be a private family memorial service held on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at Fairview Separate Baptist Church. 

Inurnment will take place at Mill Springs National Cemetery at a later date. 

The family requests that donations of sympathy be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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

Joann Lawless, 55, of Jamestown, KY passed away Sunday, December 11th, at Russell County Hospital, Russell Springs. She was born in Albany, KY on September 7, 1967, a daughter of the late Kathleen (Brown) and Asa Russell.

SURVIVORS:
Her husband: Richard Lawless of Jamestown, KY
1 daughter: Dana Lawless of Campbellsville, KY
1 son: Roger Paul Lawless of Jamestown, KY

1 sister: Margaret Majors of Jamestown, KY

3 brothers: Ricky Lawless and Lewis Russell of Jamestown, KY and Jamie Russell of Russell Springs, KY

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a sister, Patricia Russell and two brothers: Larry and Gary Russell

Funeral Service: Friday, December 16, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Phillip Miller officiating

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Friday, December 16, 2022 at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY

Burial: Dixon Cemetery in Jamestown, KY

Glenn David Bell, 81, died Saturday December 10, 2022. He was born March 23,1941 in the hills of what would be Lake Cumberland State Park in Jamestown, KY, a son of the late Woodrow Bell and Beulah (Snow) Bell,

Maxine Antle, 91, of Austin, TX, formerly of Russell Springs, KY passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022 in Austin, TX. She was born in Jamestown, KY on February 15, 1931, a daughter of the late Betty R. (Pierce) and Martin Luther Blankenship.

Maxine was a member of the Russell Springs Christian Church and a retired tollbooth attendant.

SURVIVORS:
1 son: Roy Doyle Antle of Austin, TX
1 sister: Wilma Corman of Richmond, KY
1 brother: Gilbert Blankenship of Russell Springs, KY

Special family members: Derrick, Tammy, & Bethany Blankenship of Russell Springs, KY; Joshua Blankenship & wife Julie of Bowling Green, KY; and Martin Wesley, Mona, Dakota, Destiny, & Sarah Blankenship of Russell Springs, KY

A host of nieces, nephews, cousins & friends

John A. Durbin, 85, of Somerset, KY (formerly of Jamestown, KY) passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset. He was born in New Castle, IN on February 16, 1937, a son of the late Lillian (Schmidt) and Ernest E. Durbin.

John was a retired meat cutter.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Durbin, and two sisters: Martha Johnston and Dorothy Fister.

SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Vicki Tungate of Louisville, KY
2 sons: John Durbin, Jr, (Brenda) of Jamestown, KY and Joey Durbin (Marcy Radar) of Bloomington, IN
2 sisters: Sue Pfifer of Clarksville, IN and Dora Zweydorff of Columbus, OH
1 brother: Ronald Durbin, of Clarksville, IN
3 grandchildren & 3 great-grandchildren

Funeral Service: Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 7:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Darrell Pelston officiating

Visitation: Wednesday from 4:30pm-7:00pmCT at the funeral home

Burial: Highland Memory Garden in Louisville, KY

H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY in charge of arrangements.

Frances H. Wolford, 79, of Columbia, KY passed away Monday, December 12, 2022 at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia, KY. She was born in Adair County on January 10, 1943 to the late Brack and Mary Lucy Sneed Coomer.  

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Wilburn “Geary” Wolford; a daughter, Mary Ann Wolford; a brother, James Claudus Coomer; a sister-in-law, Judith Wolford; and two brothers-in-law: Eugene and Almon Wolford.

Mrs. Wolford was a member of the Jones Chapel Church and a former member of the Eastern Star Chapter #835.

SURVIVORS:

1 sister-in-law: Joan Coomer of Glasgow, KY

2 brothers-in-law: Randall Wolford (Nelda June) of Louisville, KY and Alton “Tom” Wolford (Carol) of Shepherdsville, KY

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives & a host of friends

Funeral Service: Friday, December 16, 2022 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in Columbia, KY

Burial: Jones Chapel Cemetery

Visitation: Friday after 9:00amCT at the funeral home

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

Ohreta Sprague, 77, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Sunday, December 11, 2022 at her home. She was born in Russell County on April 27, 1945, a daughter of Hollie and Myrtle Sharp Rexroat. 

She earned her bachelor’s degree in human resources from Lindsey Wilson College. Ohreta met Billie Sprague while working in Cincinnati. The couple were married on September 25, 1965 and they enjoyed 57 years together. 

Ohreta was a faithful member of Good Tidings Baptist Church. She worked many years combined with Sutton Shirts, Fruit of the Loom and Russell Sportswear. Ohreta enjoyed reading and gardening. She loved her church family, gospel music, playing piano and singing.

SURVIVORS:

Her mother: Myrtle Rexroat of Russell Springs

Her husband: Billie Sprague of Russell Springs

1 son: William Dean Sprague, II (Melissa) of Russell Springs

1 brother: George Ronald Rexroat (Ann) of Russell Springs

1 half-brother: Bill Neat of Cincinnati

Sister-in-law: Nadine Rexroat of Jamestown, Tennessee

2 grandchildren: Jessica Miller (Trevor) and Logan Sprague

1 step-son: Tommy Sprague

2 step-daughters: Alice Sprague Yeager and Sharon Moell (Danny)

Step-daughter-in-law: Mary Faye Sprague

8 step-grandchildren: Shawna (Jason) Donovan, Michelle (Justin) Kirby, Brian (Joann) Moell, Eric (Megan) Moell, Gina Stebbins, Alisha (Jared) Hamann, Jason Sprague and Gary Bradford

6 great-grandchildren & 17 step-great-grandchildren

In addition to her father (Hollie Rexroat), she was also preceded in death by two brothers: Johnny Rexroat and Hollie Pierce Rexroat, Jr.; a sister-in-law, Ann Marie Rexroat; a stepson, Terry Sprague; and a half sister-in-law, Donna Neat

Funeral Service: Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Miles Landon Wilson officiating

Burial: Good Tidings Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Wednesday

Pallbearers: William Dean Sprague, II, Michael Smith, Trevor Miller, Xander Gossage, Greg Rexroat and Chris Rexroat

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

Robert Glen “Bobby” Mitchum, 81, of Glensfork, KY passed away Sunday, December 11, 2022 at his residence. He was born on November 30, 1941 in Adair County to the late Preston and Mary Russell Taylor Mitchum.  

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Harold Mitchum.

Bobby was retired from Kentucky Tie & Lumber Company and attended the Glensfork Community Church. 

SURVIVORS: 

His wife: Bernice Grant Mitchum of Glensfork, KY

2 children: Becky Mitchum (Jeff Coffey) of Columbia, KY and Stevie Mitchum (Cheryl) of Glensfork, KY

4 grandchildren: Curtis Grant, Jessica Hatcher, Cassie Meyer, and Chris Coffey

6 great-grandchildren: Mason Grant, Charlie Grant, Dallas Hatcher, Waylon Hatcher, Memphis Hatcher, and Lanie Coffey

4 siblings: Tommy Mitchum, Donnette Kelsay, Cathy England, and Florene Severson

Several nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 2:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmy Bunch officiating

Burial: McClister Cemetery

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

Pallbearers: Curtis Grant, Eric Hatcher, Mason Grant, Charlie Grant, Chris Coffey, and Jimmy Kelsay

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

Mary Ruth Robison Miller, 68, of Columbia, KY was born May 24, 1954 in Wadsworth, Ohio to the late Victor Robison and Kathryn Miller Robison. She departed this life Friday, December 9, 2022 at Jane Todd Crawford Hospital in Greensburg.

Mary had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Christianity Faith. She was a restaurant manager.  

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Douglas Robison.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: James Miller of Columbia

2 sons: Floyd Lee and Brandt Bowersock

1 daughter: Wanda Diehl

1 brother & 4 sisters: Victor Robison, Carolyn Skok, Margaret Way, Marcia Robison and Marjorie Foust

Several grandchildren & great-grandchildren

The family chose cremation and there will be no local services. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Ohio.  

Foster Toler Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg is in charge of the arrangements.

Polly J. Harden, 82, of Jamestown, passed away Friday, December 9, 2022 at the Russell County Hospital. She was born in Jamestown, KY on April 19, 1940, a daughter of the late Edna (Gaskins) and Hiram Bernard.

Wayne L. Gaskins, 75, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Friday, December 9, 2022 at the Russell County Hospital. He was born in Somerset, KY on August 7, 1947, a son of the late Nioma (Holt) Kean and Robert L. Gaskins.

Wayne was a Veteran of the U.S. Army. 

SURVIVORS:

Billy Ray “Bill” Walton, 85, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Friday, December 9, 2022 at his home. He was born in Oakland, Mississippi on April 21, 1937, the son of the late Ezra Harris and Effie Cook Walton. 

Bill played football for the Mississippi State Bulldogs. He was a founding member of the Russell County Rescue Squad, serving Russell County for 42 years, and was the first Emergency Medical Technician in Russell County. Bill was a member of Jamestown Christian Church and he loved to fish.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Ray (Melanie) Walton of Lexington

2 daughters: Maria Walton of Bowling Green and Lisa (Mike) Bradshaw of Jamestown

3 grandsons: Connor Walton, Jason (Andrea) Bradshaw, and Kyle Bradshaw

1 great-grandson: Caynan Bradshaw

Along with his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Derrington Walton, who passed away on July 19, 2020; a brother, E.H. Walton; and a sister, Irene Walker.

Funeral Service: Monday, December 12, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Welker and Bro. Bucky Walters officiating

Interment: Russell County Memorial Gardens

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Monday

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

James Harvey “Jim” Evans, 85, of Columbia, KY passed away December 8, 2022 at his residence with his family by his side. He was born in Glasgow, KY on December 17, 1936 to the late Grover and Mary Elizabeth Warren Evans.

Mr. Evans was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He became a Kentucky State Trooper in 1960, climbing the ranks over the years from Post Commander at Post 15 to Major, and achieving Lt. Colonel before retiring in 1988 with 28 years of service. Jim also enjoyed hunting, farming, horse races, antique cars and playing all card games.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Joyce Scoggins Evans of Columbia, KY

2 daughters: Jodie Janes (Anthony) of Columbia, KY and Jackie McCloud (Brent) of Dandridge, TN

5 grandchildren: Brandon Coomer, Adam Coomer (Megan), Haley Tennant, Meagan Coomer, and Shelby Tennant

2 step-grandchildren: Brittany Bryant (Brady) and Alex Janes

3 great-grandchildren: Payton, Riley Jo, and Boston Coomer

1 step-great-grandchild: Palmer Bryant

1 sister: Becky Taylor

Several nieces & nephews

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 4 siblings: Caroline and Rosie Lee Thomas, Dr. Harold Evans, and Rev. William Julius Evans.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Pastor Brian Hadley officiating. Cremation will follow the service.

Visitation: Monday, December 12, 2022 from 4:00-8:00pmCT and Tuesday from 10:00am-1:00pmCT with Kentucky State Police Honor Guard

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Trooper Island.
 

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

Curvan Truitt "Smitty/ Buster" Smith, 92, of Amelia, OH passed away on Friday, December 2, 2022 at his residence.
 

He loved life and was very active….gardening, cooking, traveling, playing cards and spending time making memories with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Smitty was a Christian and a member of Summit Church of Christ in Northern Kentucky. He was married to the love of his life, Wanda, for 66 years. When she became ill with Alzheimer’s, he spent the next 10 years caring for her every need until she passed away from the disease in 2019.

Smitty served in the Army during the Korean Conflict and spent two years stationed in Germany guarding the Berlin Wall. He even earned a sharpshooter medal. He was a barber for over 50 years at his Ft. Thomas shop, “Smitty’s Barber Shop” where he loved to talk about all sports especially the UK Wildcats and the Highland Bluebirds with anyone who came to the shop. Smitty loved being around people. He loved life and was one of the best people you could ever meet who will be greatly missed.

Smitty was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Lavern Smith; 2 brothers: Curtis & Carmol Smith; and 2 sisters: Manice Wilson & Frances Dunbar.

SURVIVORS:

3 sons: Randy Smith (Pam), Ronnie Smith, & Greg Smith (Julia)

1 daughter: Christie Rowland (Mike)

9 grandchildren: Jessica, Brian, Ricky, Michelle, Austin, Luke, Ashley, Tyler & Joel

4 great-grandchildren: Kyle, Brianna, Katie & Shelby

1 sister: Marie Osborne

Visitation: Thursday, December 8, 2022 from 4:00pm-8:00pmET at Dobbling Funeral Home, Ft. Thomas, 106 S. FT. Thomas Ave.

Funeral Service: Saturday, December 10, 2022 from 12:00pm-1:00pmCT at Square Oak Separate Baptist Church in Russell Springs, KY

Local Visitation: Saturday, December 10, 2022 at Square Oak Separate Baptist Church from 10:00am-12pmCT

Burial: Square Oak Separate Baptist Church Cemetery with full military honors conducted by the Russell County Honor Guard.

Memorials may be made to Clermont County Senior Services, 2085 James E. Sauls Sr. Dr., Batavia, OH 45103. Online condolences can be given at dmefuneral.com.

Local funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

Gerald Bault, 81, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, December 5, 2022 at the VA Medical Center in Lexington, KY. Born April 9, 1941 in Adair County, KY, he was a son of the late Ralph and Myrtle Beard Bault. 

Gerald was the original proprietor of the Parkway Mini Mart and later the Fairview Mini Mart. He also was a car dealer & salesman for many years. Gerald was a loving and supportive grandfather who enjoyed attending all his grandchildren’s various events. He was a faithful member of Fairview Baptist Church, who enjoyed the company of all his neighbors, friends, and church family. Gerald was a veteran of the US Army.

SURVIVORS:

2 children: Brentley Bault (Jayna) and Tracey Popplewell (Vince), both of Russell Springs, KY

3 sisters: Shirley Scott of Shepherdsville, KY, Elaine (Mike) Munday of Campbellsville, KY and Reba (Jimmie) McGaha of Taylorsville, Indiana

3 grandchildren: Alex Popplewell, Lucas Bault, and Juliah Bault of Russell Springs, KY

Funeral Service: Friday, December 9, 2022 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home, with Bro. Bill Mullins officiating

Burial: Fairview Memorial Cemetery with full military honors by the Russell County Honor Guard

Visitation: After 9:00amCT on Friday at the funeral home

Pallbearers: Alex Popplewell, Lucas Bault, Howard Atchley, Hershel Atchley, Bruce Scott, Terry Scott, Tim Roy, Tim George, and Mike Burris

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions made to Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC, 28607 or Fairview Memorial Cemetery Fund, PO Box 1298, Russell Springs, KY 42642.

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

Neal Alexander, 63, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at the Select Specialty Hospital. He was born September 12, 1959 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of the late Joan M. Merecki Alexander and Sargon A. Alexander.

Neal was a tool and die maker. He loved his log cabin and his Harley.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Roy Alexander. 

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Luanne Alexander of Russell Springs, KY

1 daughter: Ashley Garrity (Jason) of Whitmore Lake, MI

2 step-sons: Anthony Downing of Jacksonville, FL and Daniel Downing (Nicole) of Houston, TX

1 sister: Sandra Alexander of Los Angeles, CA

1 brother: Dennis Alexander of Houston, TX

8 grandchildren

There will be no services.

Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

William Russell Skinner, 84, of Columbia, Ky (the Fairplay community), died Monday, December 5, 2022 at Summit Manor Nursing Home. He was born September 5, 1938, in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Russell Skinner and Margaret Dee Skinner.  

He was also predeceased by a brother, Donald (Pam) Skinner and a granddaughter, Katie Griffin.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 64 years: Roberta Skinner of Columbia

1 brother: Michael Skinner of Palatine, Illinois

4 children: Linda Liverett (Mark) of Waynesville, North Carolina, Bryan Skinner (Susan) of Somerset, Kentucky, Lori Budington (Randy) of Sanbornton, New Hampshire, Lisa Pavlick (Ron) of Port Charlotte, Florida.

6 Grandchildren:  Shannon Skinner, Heather Louchen (Kevin), Audrey Budington, William, Charles and Abby Buckmiller

He attended William Rainey Harper College, University of Wisconsin (Eau Claire) and Texas A and M.  Bill retired from Northern Illinois Gas Company after 35 years of service where he was the Senior Safety Consultant and Director of the Fire Training School. In 1993, he and Roberta retired to Hayward, Wisconsin, the musky capital of the world, where he enjoyed fishing and guiding on Northern Wisconsin lakes.  He also enjoyed gardening, hunting and snowmobiling.

After moving to Columbia in 2002, he was active in the CREP program and loved caring for the land and feeding the wildlife.  Bill loved all animals, especially his indoor cats.  Playing rook was something he always enjoyed with his friends. Bill was a member of Columbia Christian Church and enjoyed singing and being in a quartet.

Funeral Service: Friday, December 9, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. John Davis officiating

Burial: McClister Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Thursday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Bill Keys, 91 of Columbia, KY passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at his home. He was born on March 17, 1931 in Adair County, KY to the late Roy and Lorena Sullivan Keys. 
 

He was retired after 20 years of service in the United States Air Force.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Maurice Keys.

SURVIVORS:

His Wife: Carol Kelly Keys of Columbia, KY

4 children: Jeanie Abston and Patsy Dampier both of Columbia, KY and Terri Keys and Debbie Keys both of Peru, NY

2 step-children: Howard Loy of Columbia, KY and Jeanna Gonzales of Shelbyville, KY

6 grandchildren: Bobby Keys of Columbia, KY, Deanna Hemingway, Tim Trayah, Janie Duell, Macey Schweikert and Kelly Shelley all of Peru, NY

5 great-grandchildren, 8 step-grandchildren, & 9 step-great-grandchildren

A host of other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY with Bro. Randy Johnson officiating
 

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery with military honors by VFW Post 6097
 

Visitation: After 4 P.M. Tuesday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

Patty Green, 76, of Columbia, KY died Friday, December 2, 2022 at her home. She was born January 12, 1946 in Adair County, a daughter of the late Olis Raymond and Inez Burton Bernard.

Patty was a self-employed floral designer and loved working with flowers of any kind. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Michael Lee Green; a brother, Ralph Dean Bernard; and a sister, Joann Darnell.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Allen Green of Columbia, KY

1 son: Todd Allen Green of Columbia, KY

1 sister: Alice Wheeler of Columbia, KY

A host of nieces & nephews

Funeral service: Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Stanley Watson officiating

Burial: Beulah Chapel Cemetery

Visitation: Monday, December 5, 2022, from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. and on Tuesday until time for the service

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.