Wanda Lawless, 87, of Jamestown, KY passed from this life Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at Glen Ridge Health Campus in Louisville, KY. She was born in Creelsboro, KY on May 10, 1936, a daughter of the late Lawrence R. Coffey and Lorayne Mann Coffey.
 

Wanda was employed for many years at Russell Sportswear and Fruit of the Loom. After retirement, she pursued her love of farming, operating a dairy farm with her husband, RJ, for over 25 years. In 2009, she was presented the Women in Agriculture Award by the Russell County Conservation District for her contributions to the local agricultural community. Later in life, she provided caregiving services for many families in Russell County. 

While her professional accomplishments were many, her most treasured roles were wife, mother, and grandmother. She was married to the love of her life, RJ Lawless, for 60 years until his death in 2009. She was a loving mother to her four sons and her granddaughter, Tiffany, whom she raised as her own child.

To know Wanda was to love her. She was known for her deep concern for those around her, strong work ethic, and radiant smile. She was an incredible cook, and her family looked forward to her delicious holiday spreads all year. She was a faithful member of Jamestown Christian Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, RJ, and her youngest son, Michael, as well as her sister, Gwendolyn Glover, and brother, Edwin Coffey.

SURVIVORS:

3 sons: Rodney Lawless (Kim) of Arizona, and Ricky Lawless and Ronnie Lawless of Jamestown

4 grandchildren: Chris Lawless, Andrea Wilson, Renee Lawless, and Tiffany Bingham (Sean)

5 great-grandchildren: Hannah Wilson, John Grant Wilson, Leslie Turner, Chase Lawless, and Parker Bingham

1 great-great granddaughter: Maya Wilson & one "soon-to-be-born" great-granddaughter, Savannah Bingham

The family is especially grateful to Just Family, Glen Ridge Health Campus, and Hosparus Health for the exceptional care provided during Wanda's last days.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Jamestown Christian Church or Hosparus Health.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 11:00amCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Welker officiating

Burial: Flanagan Cemetery with Bro. Bobby Dunbar officiating the committal service

Visitation: Wednesday from 10:00am-11:00amCT at the funeral home

Pallbearers: Chris Lawless, Sean Bingham, Bobby Dunbar, and Tom Thorpe. 

Bernard Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.

Ronnie Johnson, 90, of Jamestown, KY passed away at 7:15amCT on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Fair Oaks Nursing Home in Jamestown. He was born in Jamestown, KY on May 4, 1933, a son of the late Ann (Guffey) and Martin Johnson.

Ronnie worked as a bagger at Kroger.

He was the widower of Christine (Bell) Johnson.

SURVIVORS:

2 daughters: Beverly Bradfield of Columbia, KY and Tracey Johnson of Jamestown, KY

1 son: Thomas Johnson (Vicki) of Albany, KY

2 sisters: Oda Starnes of Jamestown, KY and Nina Mae Stearns of Albany, KY
6 grandchildren & 4 great-grandchildren

In addition to his parents and wife, he was also preceded in death by a daughter, Debbie Hall and two sisters: Margie Antle and Lola Antle.

Funeral Service: Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 1:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Ernie Hall officiating

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

Interment: Jamestown Cemetery

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

Pamela Faye “Pam” Grant, 70, of Glensfork, KY died Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 5:55 P.M. at Jewish Hospital in Louisville. She was born August 2, 1953 to the late Odell and Orean Bennett Whittle. 
 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Grant and her son, Lacy Grant.

Pam retired from the Adair County School System as Secretary at the Alternative School.  She was known for how much she loved her students. After retirement, she was a homemaker and had a love for sewing and crafting. She was a member of Glensfork Church of Good News.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter and son-in-law: Amanda & Delbert Abbott of Glensfork

1 brother & sister-in-law: Kenny & Gina Whittle of Georgetown

Daughter-in-law: Jill Grant of Glensfork

7 grandchildren & significant others

7  great-grandchildren

Funeral Service: Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Craig Trumbo and Wes Stone officiating

Burial: Morrison-Grant Cemetery in Glensfork

Visitation: After 2:00 P.M. Friday

Casket Bearers:  Cody Copass, Jonathan Grant, Garrett Grant, Wes Stone, Jaylen Rogers, Matt Rogers, & LC Compton

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Beverly Ann Myers, 72, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023 at her residence with her family by her side. She was born in Columbia, KY on January 18, 1951 to the late Robert Leland and Virginia “Jenny” Ferguson Grant.
 

She was a member of the Tabernacle Christian Church

Beverly Myers was the epitome of a matriarch. Her zest for life, love for Jesus and her family was unwavering and unmatched. She could fix any problem with a homecooked meal or an oatmeal square and could cure any heartache with her infectious smile and distinct laugh. She was known to leave a lipstick stain trail, have popsicles on hand, and loved to read a good bedtime story. She never missed a ballgame, recital, competition, or school function. There is so much to say, it would take a lifetime to tell all the things Mama Beverly was to so many. You go through life and hear people talk about “a mother’s love” or “a mother’s touch,” and she embodied those things with every ounce of her being and then some. She absolutely lived for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and her spirit will live on for generations to come because of the values she single-handedly instilled in them day in and day out.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 54 years: Danny Myers of Columbia, KY

2 daughters: Shannon Feese and Kelly Robertson (Kevin) both of Columbia, KY

6 grandchildren: Malory Burton (Jacob), Macy Chamness (Chris), Madelyn Feese, Graham Robertson, Grant Robertson, and Bryant Robertson all of Columbia, KY

6 great-grandchildren: Sophie Terry, Knox Burton, Nora Burton, Dani Chamness, Gunnar Chamness, and Myers Burton

2 siblings: Ronnie Grant (Jane) of Columbia, KY and Marsha Wayne of Campbellsville, KY

Several other friends & relatives

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Jeff Feese and a sister, Jana Hayes.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 5:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. John Davis and Bro. Terry White officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: Wednesday after 12:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

Pallbearers: Barry Myers, Chad Myers, Josh Myers, Chris Chamness, Jacob Burton, and Ross Grant
 

Helen Johnson Pedigo, 81, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Friday, August 25, 2023 at Signature Healthcare at Summit Manor Rehab and Wellness Center in Columbia. She born November 22, 1941 in Russell County, a daughter of the late Clarence and Linnie Mae Hardwick Johnson.
 

Helen was a retired florist. She was a former manager at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park and worked in many areas throughout the Park including the Lodge, Country Store, and the State Dock. Helen enjoyed making crafts and floral arrangements. 

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Terry Daffron of Russell Springs

1 brother: Max Johnson of Indiana

2 sisters: Linda Cooper of Russell Springs and Bonnie Redmon of Illinois

In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by one brother, Jimmie Johnson and one sister, Viola Williams. 

Funeral Service: Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 11:00amCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Dunbar officiating

Burial: Jamestown City Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday at Bernard Funeral Home

Pallbearers: Kenny Luttrell, Zack Porter, Kevin Williams and Adam Williams. 

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

Jarrid DeCarlo “Bam” Smith, 47, of Columbia, KY died Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at Norton Hospital Downtown in Louisville

SURVIVORS:

His mother: Ruth Ann Hughes Smith of Columbia

1 daughter: Reynah Barbour of Elizabethtown

3 brothers: Darrin “Speedy” Smith and Aundrae (Fay) Smith of Columbia; Shayne Smith of Bardstown

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Sunday, August 27, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home 

Burial: Forest Lawn Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00 A.M. Sunday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

A FULL OBITUARY WILL ADDED LATER TODAY (FRIDAY).

Rebecca Medaris, 54, of Jamestown, KY passed from this life on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 with her family at her side. Rebecca, known as “Becky”, was born October 2, 1968 in Jeffersonville, IN, a daughter of Wayne Allen and Rosan Schemensky Medaris. 
 

She worked for the Department of Juvenile Justice as a Youth Worker for many years and was a member of The Church at the Springs.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Angela Garrison, Jonathon Garrison, and Halei Jennings

Her mother: Rosan Medaris

2 sisters: Kim Medaris and Tammy Medaris

6 grandchildren: Kobi Ramsey, Gabe Garrison, Alicia Garrison, Serenity Garrison, Emery Garrison, and Maddox Garrison

1 niece: Caitlin Medaris

1 aunt: Sherita Medaris

Her uncle & aunt: Bill & Kate Schemensky

Becky was preceded in death by her father, Wayne Medaris; her grandson, Malachi Scott Jennings; her uncle, Dean Medaris; her Grandma & Grandpa Schemensky; her Papa & Grandma Medaris; her great-grandma, Rebecca Myrtle Medaris; and her cousin, Adam Medari

Memorial Service: Friday, August 25, 2023 at 2:00pmCT at The Church at the Springs with Bro. David Calhoun officiating

Visitation: After 12:00 P.M. on Friday at The Church at the Springs

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Church at the Springs or to the Henderson Settlement at https://www.hendersonsettlement.com/online-giving.

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

Tamra Sue Powell Delk, 57, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at the Jean Waddle Hospice Care Center of Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. 

Preceding Tamra in death are her parents, Thomas Charles and Vada Roy Powell; a brother, Bruce Roy Powell; and a stillborn sister, Pamela Lou Powell.

SURVIVORS:

1 brother: Roger Allen Powell, of Russell Springs

2 nephews: Chris Powell & family

of Dunnville, KY and Shane Powell of Russell Springs, KY

Aunts, uncles, cousins & special friends

Tamra chose cremation with her remains to be inurned in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Russell Springs, alongside her parents and siblings. 
 

A memorial service may be held at a later date.

You may view Tamra’s obituary and sign an online guestbook at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
 

Glenna Hoover Stiff, 88, of Russell Springs, KY passed from this life on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation. She was born January 26, 1935 in Jabez, the daughter of the late Charley and Eula Mae Wiggington Hoover. 
 

SURVIVORS:

3 sons: Joseph (Kim) Pommell of Jonesboro, Arkansas, Timothy Pommell of Jacksonville, Florida and John Thompson of Jamestown

1 daughter: Susan (Eric) Wolford of Russell Springs

7 grandchildren & 14 great-grandchildren

Along with her parents, Glenna was preceded in death by her grandson, Colby Pommell; her brothers: Sterlin Hoover, Dewayne K. Hoover, William Oscar Hoover and Dencil G. Hoover; and her sisters: Grace Hoover and Merlene Hoover Rexroat.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Preston Richardson officiating

Interment: Bethlehem Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:30amCT on Tuesday at Bernard Funeral Home

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Disabled American Veterans at:  https://help.dav.org/donate or to the Wounded Warrior Project at: https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org

Pallbearers: Fred Rexroat, Zan Rexroat, Randy Rexroat, David Rexroat, Kendall Hoover and Matthew Pommell

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

Terrill “Terry” Wayne Harris, 67, of New York, New York passed away unexpectedly on August 13, 2023. He was born on September 2, 1955 to Carl Wayne and Shirley Mae Zeutzius Harris in Louisville, KY.

After Terry graduated from Adair County High School in Columbia, KY in 1973, he studied theater and dance at Western Kentucky University. After graduating in 1978, he moved to New York, where he made his home until his death. Terry worked in theater and dance but later moved into hospitality services where he served many people through catering, serving, and hosting social events for businesses and client family gatherings. Terry was a true professional in his industry. He was a true friend to many people and loved his family dearly. He was often considered the life of any party. Terry loved to travel, attend theater productions, especially Broadway shows. He also enjoyed creative photography and floral arrangement. He loved being with his many friends and touched many people with his acts of kindness and gift-giving.

SURVIVORS:

1 brother: Michael Harris & wife Laura of Columbia, KY

2 nieces & 1 nephew: Alayna Bryant (Tyler) of Columbia, KY, Anna Cox (Ryan) of Bowling Green, KY, and Adam Harris of Columbia, KY

2 great-nieces: Ainsley Bryant & Delsie Bryant

Terry was special “Tito” to his nieces and nephew and took great care to spoil them at every opportunity. 

Visitation: Sunday, August 20, 2023 from 4:00pm-8:00pmET at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel, 1076 Madison Avenue, New York, New York

Funeral Service: Friday, August 25, 2023 at 11:00amCT at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY

Local Visitation: After 4:00pmCT on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Arlon “Tick” McInteer, 83, formerly of Columbia, KY died Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at the Glasgow State Nursing Facility in Glasgow, KY. He was born August 23, 1939 in Adair County to the late Wesley James and Ina Bennett McInteer. 

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Helen Bradshaw McInteer; four brothers: Marvin, Leon, James and Arvin “Tuck” McInteer; one sister, Dee Knight; and one step-sister, Wilma Jean Keith.

Tick was a former sawmill worker and farmer

SURVIVORS:

Several nieces & nephews

Many other relatives & friends

Graveside Service: Friday, August 18, 2023 at 4:00 P.M. at Haven Hill Cemetery with burial to follow.

There will be no visitation.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Jeffrey Lynn “Jeff” Feese, 56, of Columbia, KY was called home on Sunday, August 13, 2023. He was born in Adair County, KY on February 27, 1967 to Willie Matt Feese Jr. and Donna Ellis Feese of Columbia, KY who survives.

Jeff was a member of the Tabernacle Christian Church in Adair County.

If you asked a hundred people who Jeff Feese was, they would all give you a different story. A hunter, a fisherman, an outdoorsman, the BBQ man, hard-headed, the life of the party, the black sheep, a papa, a husband, a dad, a son, a friend, and so much more. He was a fairly simple man who loved a good tune (turned up a little too loud), loved to tell a story that sounded way too crazy to ever possibly be true, and was uniquely himself no matter where he was. 

Jeff was a fighter to the very end, and his family is so proud of how he finished his race here on earth. 

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Shannon Myers Feese of Columbia

His parents: Willie Matt Jr. and Donna Feese of Columbia
3 daughters: Malory Burton (Jacob), Macy Chamness (Chris), and Madelyn Feese all of Columbia, KY

6 grandchildren: Sophie Terry, Knox Burton, Nora Burton, Dani Chamness, Gunnar Chamness, & Myers Burton

1 brother: Craig Feese (Stephanie)

1 sister: Tonya Feese

Several nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, & other relatives

He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Orville & Bobbie McLean Ellis and Willie Matt & Grace Davis Feese.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 3:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Barney Taylor and Kevin Robertson officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: Wednesday after 10:00amCT at the funeral home 

Pallbearers: Rick Keltner, Mills Foster, Brad Keltner, Chris Coomer, Mark Wooten, Victor Vaughn, Tyron VanArsdale, and Timmy Ellis

Honorary Pallbearers: Matt Jackson, Britt Jackson, Braxton Coomer, Hayden VanArsdale, Jacob Keltner, Garrett Sandusky, Darren Henson, Brandon Henson, Matt Antle, and Easton Ellis

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

Jimmie Rose Elliott Garrett, 90, passed away August 9, 2023 at her home in Columbia, KY. She was born in Corbin, KY on June 19, 1933 to her parents, Charles Elliott and Mary Elizabeth Powell Elliott.
 

After her mother’s passing from her birth, she was raised by her aunts Rhoda Elliott and Rachel Miller. Jimmie Rose was raised and baptized into Christ at the First Baptist Church of Corbin, where she sang in the choir and played piano. Jimmie Rose valued education, she was a graduate of Corbin High School and Kentucky Baptist Hospital School of Nursing class of 1955. As a registered nurse, she spent her life taking care of others. In 1974, Jimmie Rose and her family moved to Columbia. After being invited by Pastor Doug Moseley, they became members of Trinity Church. At that time, she became the nursing director of Summit Manor Nursing Home. She also worked for the health department and was a state nursing home auditor until after 40 years of nursing she retired. Jimmie Rose enjoyed her morning coffee and winters in Florida. She was an avid reader, loved the color pink, playing the piano, flowers (especially roses), the lake, camping, and her pets. Jimmie Rose treasured her children and grandchildren and embraced every moment spent with her family. 

Jimmie Rose was a beautiful lady inside and out. She will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by three siblings: Thomas Elliott, Christine Elliott Gibbs and Phyllis Elliott Trammel.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 66 years: Jack Burns Garrett of Columbia

2 children: John Patrick Garrett & wife Jean of Tompkinsville and Jacqueline Rose Garrett Burton & husband Steve of Columbia
3 granddaughters & 5 great-grandchildren: Elizabeth Rose Burton White & husband Joey of Columbia & their children: Carter & Makayla Rose White; Stacey Ward of Glasgow & her daughter Raven Davis; Sarah Garrett Young & husband Daniel of Summer Shade & their children: Eliza and Elam Young

1 sister: Gary Kay Elliott of Corbin

Many nieces & nephews

Special friends: Bob & Judie Rice of Columbia

Jimmie Rose chose cremation and her family will hold a private celebration of life at Green River Lake.
 

Expressions of sympathy may be made to her favorite charities, the Galilean Children’s Home, the Arbor Day Foundation, or the Green River Animal Shelter.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Arlena Cape, 81, of Columbia, KY died Friday, August 11, 2023 at 6:10 A.M. at her home. She was born April 1, 1942 in Russell County to the late William and Elva Morgan Kimbler.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandchild, Kayla Sneed.

She was a member of Melson Ridge Separate Baptist Church and a former sewing factory worker, working at Russell Sportswear and Osh Kosh B’Gosh.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: James Cape of Columbia

1 son: Ricky Cape (Angela) of Shepherdsville

1 daughter: Karen Sneed (Mike) of Columbia

1 brother: Roy Kimbler of Russell Springs

1 sister: Brenda Channey of Adair County

5 grandchildren: Amanda Terrell (Matt), Samantha Cape, Isabella Cape, Ashley Pointer (Dustin) and Landon Sneed

7 great-grandchildren: Harper Terrell, Lexi, Isaiah, Evelyn, Myla, Quinton and Jasper Pointer

Several other relatives and friends

Funeral Service: Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Michael Helm officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 9:00 A.M. Sunday

Casket Bearers: Roy Kimbler, Brandon Petty, Richie Melson, Tony Grant, Stacy Huff, Billy Helm

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Ronald (Abe) Russell, 86, of Jamestown, KY passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY.  He was born in Jamestown on April 21, 1937, a son of the late Ordis (Collins) and Lesty Russell.

SURVIVORS:
His wife: Barbara (Downey) Russell of Jamestown, KY
1 daughter: Anna Foley (Michael) of Jamestown, KY
1son: Shawn Russell of Jamestown, KY

8 grandchildren & 16 great-grandchildren

The family chose care and cremation.

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

William Daniel “Bill” Roberts, 85, passed away on Sunday evening, August 6, 2023 at the Metcalfe County Health Center in Edmonton, KY. His parents were the late William Darius “Dius” Roberts and Cynthia Edna (Hudspeth) Roberts of Immokalee, Florida.

Bill was born into the large Roberts family that settled in Immokalee in 1914. They founded the Red Cattle Company that at its peak, worked 5,000 head of cattle over 150,000 acres of combined owned and leased land. Bill grew up ‘cow hunting’ on horseback across the rugged landscape that bordered the Everglades. He has recounted that his mother frequently did missionary work with local Seminole women and children, and the local medicine man often met with his father in their home. Bill was proud of this heritage and the “Old Homeplace” is now the Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Bill grew up in Immokalee, graduated from Sidney Lanier High School in Montgomery, Alabama and went on to attend the University of Florida. He was a cattleman, a television repairman for RCA, and a degreed nutritionist.

Bill married Virginia Carolyn Cribbs of LaBelle, Florida on August 14, 1960. Over the years they lived in Gainesville, FL; Denton, TX; and Little Rock, AR. Together they had 3 children: Curtis (Natalia) Roberts, Greg (Gina) Roberts, and Christine (Roy) Wooten. 

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Richard (Jackie) Roberts. 

SURVIVORS:

His former wife: Carol of Edmonton, KY

2 sons: Curtis (Natalia) Roberts of New Port Richey, FL & his children: Austin & Brianna; and Greg (Gina) Roberts of Pueblo West, CO & his children: William Roberts, Evan (Nicole) Roberts, Jay (Kimberly) Roberts, Kayla (Larry) Trujillo with Brayden, & Zach (Bari) McDowell with Ayden

1 daughter: Christine (Roy) Wooten of Edmonton, KY & her children: Connor, Isaac, Sorcha, Ariana (Alex) Vaughn with Monroe & Elodie

Adopted granddaughter: Christina (Roger) Myers with her children: Emmah, Xander, Killian, & Vivienne

Due to family travel needs, the funeral will be Friday, August 18, 2023 at Grissom- Martin Funeral Home in Columbia, KY with visitation at 11:00amCT and the service at 1:00pmCT.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Warren Harding “Buck” Perkins, 102, of Columbia, KY passed away Monday, August 7, 2023 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center Hospice Care in Lexington, KY. He was born in Knifley, KY on May 2, 1921 to the late Harry and Martha Gumm Perkins.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Dulworth Perkins and two sisters: Anna Holt & husband Marvin, and Pat Nance.

Mr. Perkins was of the Christian faith and attended the Mt. Carmel Church. He was a former part Owner and Manager of Holmes Bend Marina and a very active member of the community serving on various committees and organizations. Mr. Perkins was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S Army. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

2 children: Tim Perkins (Carla) of Columbia, KY and Lana Perkins Mata of Jamestown, TN

2 grandsons: Byron Irvin of Russell Springs, KY and Jordan Perkins of Columbia, KY

2 great-grandsons: Byron & Jacob

Several nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with 

Burial: Mt. Carmel Cemetery with Military Honors provided by VFW Post 6097

Visitation: Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pmCT at the funeral home

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Mt. Carmel Cemetery fund and can be left at the funeral home.

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

William E. “Tiny” Cowan, 76, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 11:46 P.M. at Hospice House in Bowling Green. He was born May 7, 1947 in Adair County to the late Dennis and Ida Irvin Cowan.

Tiny attended Columbia Church of God and retired from the City of Columbia Street Department after more than 30 years.

SURVIVORS:

2 sisters: Sharon Turner of Columbia and Carolyn Withers of Russell Springs

1 brother: J.D. Cowan of Columbia

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Clifton Bennett officiating

Burial: Bearwallow Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Tuesday

Casket Bearers:  Mike Irvin, Everett Wayne Irvin, Marshall Irvin, Marty Irvin, Larry Irvin, and Sam Avery

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Keith Norris Louden, 81, of Jamestown, KY passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 8:15 p.m. at Green Hills Rehab and Nursing Facility in Greensburg, KY. He was born September 14, 1941 in Delton, MI, the son of the late Andy and Florence (Babcock) Louden.

He retired in 1990 from the Department of Natural Resources, Forest Management Division as an Area Supervisor in charge of eleven counties in southwest Michigan. After moving to Kentucky in 1993, he spent most days on the lake fishing. He was also involved as a Vice-President on the Board of the South Russell Volunteer Fire Department for several years. He loved to hunt (but didn't hunt as much as when living up north), singing karaoke with friends, building and remodeled several homes, and loved to do woodworking, He loved his family very much, adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and spending time with friends.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 46 years: Judy Louden
1 daughter: Heather Sharp of Cross Timbers, MO

1 son: Shawn (Cathy) Louden of Hopkins MI

2 step-sons: John Liefbroer, Jr of Allegan MI and James Liefbroer & his significant other, Penny Canalas of Allen, MI

1 step-daughter: Julie (Tim) Stephens of Russell Springs, KY

14 grandchildren & 20 great-grandchildren

4 brothers-in-law: Dan (Pat) Fales, David Fales, and Mike Fales all of Delton, MI and Clyde (Judy) Mottor of Allegan, MI

2 sisters-in-law: Sue (Ted) Damick of Allegan, MI and Patricia Lambright of Palatka, FL

Many special cousins, nieces, nephews & close friends

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a baby sister, Eleanor; his brother, Kenneth Louden; sisters and brothers-in-law: Juanita & Richard Short and Joanne & Charles Short; his first wife, Nancy Fales Louden; and a granddaughter, Nancy Evans Cannon.

Memorial Service: Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Matt Franklin officiating

Visitation: After 1:00 p.m.on Thursday at the funeral home

Refreshments will follow the service at the Bernard Ridge Church of God Family Life Center in Russell Springs, KY.

The family requests memorial donations be made to one of the following organizations or to the charity of your choice...

Alzheimer's Association

225 N. MIchigan Ave. Fl 17

Chicago, IL (funds to be used for Greater Kentucky)

Comfort Keepers

110 Richie Ln Ste D

Somerset, KY 42503

Autism Speaks

P.O. Box 37148

Boone, IA 50037-0148

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Delton, MI for family and friends in that area.
 

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

Teresa Faye Stephens Murray, 61, of Russell Springs, KY passed from this life on Friday, August 4, 2023 at her home. She was born August 25, 1961 in Richmond, KY, the only child of Arvester and Rosa “Rosie” Foster Stephens.  

Teresa was one of the first employees hired to Russell County Hospital in July of 1981, where she would eventually become a licensed respiratory therapist. She was a member of the West 80 Church of God. Teresa could do just about anything she set her mind to, from sewing to digital technology. She loved traveling (especially to the beach), kayaking, and riding the Polaris. Teresa was always the strong one, always wanting to help and guide. Four years ago she established the “Hope for the Homeless” campaign in Russell County, a resource gatherer of shelter, clothing and food for those in need, as well as providing sobriety help to addicts.

Teresa married Charles Murray on February 11, 1989 at Lake Cumberland State Park.  

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Charles Murray of Russell Springs

Her mother: Rosie Stephens of Russell Springs

2 daughters: Brenna (Charlie) Mullennex of Louisville and Amy Murray of Russell Springs

5 grandchildren: Whitley Stephens, Shaylen Hatcher, Emma Anderson, Jeremiah Bottoms and “Little Charlie” (whose arrival is anticipated any day)

Special cousin: Tonia Aaron

In addition to her father, she was also preceded in death by twin grandsons: Austin and Brendan Hatcher.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 11:00amCT at Bernard Ridge Church of God with Bro. Scott Proctor and Bro. Carlie Riggs officiating 

Interment: Bernard Ridge Cemetery

Visitation: Tuesday, August 8, 2023 from 5:00pm-8:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home and Wednesday, August 9, 2023 after 9:00amCT at Bernard Ridge Church of God

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

Janice Roberta “Jan” Brockman, 79, of Columbia, KY passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023 at her residence. She was born on March 20, 1944 in Columbia, KY to the late William Coy and Ethel Roberta Feese Watson.
 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Dale Brockman.

Mrs. Brockman was a member of the Egypt Christian Church and enjoyed quilting and sewing, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

2 daughters: Joyce Booher (Mike) and Sheila Brockman both of Columbia, KY

6 grandchildren: Trent Booher (Miranda Pierce), Trevor Booher, Brandon Booher (Nicole), Charles Miller, Brian Miller, and Samantha Miller

16 great-grandchildren: Rachel McMahon (Ryan), Kyle Callaway, Nathan Callaway, Matthew Miller, Thomas Miller, Amber Booher, Iasac Booher, Kason Booher, Ethan Booher, Kinley Booher, Saylor Booher, Chloe Stapleton, Braxton Stapleton, Brennan Pierce, Alivia Pierce, and Brylan Pierce

1 great-great-granddaughter on the way: Hadley Ann McMahon

3 siblings: Margaret Mooney (LaWayne) of Claremore, OK, Barbara Dixon (Paul) of Knifley, KY, and Phillip Watson (Jane) of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers: William and Lynn Scott Watson.

Funeral Service: Monday, August 7, 2023 at 10:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Patton officiating

Burial: Murrell Cemetery in Haven Hill

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

Pallbearers: Trent Booher, Trevor Booher, Brandon Booher, Iasac Booher, Kyle Callaway, and Charles Miller.

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

Clifton Russell “Russ” McGaha, 62, of Columbia, KY passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023 at his residence. He was born in Canton, OH on April 15, 1961 to the late Clifton Davis McGaha, Jr. and Clarice Burton McGaha.

Russ was a member of the Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Russell County and a lifetime member of the Hill and Valley Saddle Club. He enjoyed riding Harley Davidson Motorcycles and horses. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Barbara Stapleton McGaha of Columbia

6 children: Ashley Froedge (Frankie), Misty McGaha, Jackie Phillips Burton, Richie Bernard, and Nathan Curry all of Columbia, KY and Jaime Reece (Gary) of Westmoreland, TN

15 grandchildren (including 3 that he raised as his own): Whitley Phillips Sneed, Payton Phillips, Nathaniel McGaha Curry, Ethan Froedge, Molly Froedge, Tre’ Hughes, Bryce Hughes, Coty Biggerstaff, Kenneth Biggerstaff, Ethan Bernard, Evan Bernard, Elliot Bernard, Eli Bernard, and Natalie Curry

4 great-grandchildren: Addi Sneed, Barrett Sneed, Waylon Biggerstaff, and Oakley Biggerstaff

2 sisters: Sandra New (Tommy) and Jan Leischner (Tim Horstman) both of Columbia, KY

Several nieces, nephews, friends, & other relatives

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Abby Curry.

Funeral service: Friday, August 11, 2023 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with cremation to follow the services.

Visitation: Thursday from 4:00-8:00pmCT and Friday until the time for the service at the funeral home

Russ will have his final Harley ride on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at 1:30pm from the funeral home to Bryant Cemetery where his cremains will be buried with his parents.

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

Juanita Miller, 89, of Jamestown, KY passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023 in Jamestown at her daughter's home. She was born in Jamestown, KY on December 24, 1933, a daughter of the late Verna (Loy) and Lilburn Wooldridge.

She was a member of Freedom Christian Church.

SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Wendy Burton (Jacky) of Jamestown, KY
1 son: Harold (Frog) Miller (Deloris) of Jamestown, KY
1 brother: Albert Wooldridge of Indiana

Kaia Louise Carrao, the 9 day old daughter of Tony Corrao and Brandi Booth of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at the University of Kentucky Children’s Hospital in Lexington, KY.

SURVIVORS:

Her parents: Tony Corrao and Brandi Booth of Columbia, KY

4 brothers & 1 sister: Benjamin, Brenden, Bentley, Charlie and Evie all of Columbia

Grandparents: Joanne Polk of Columbia, Thomas Booth of Russell Springs and Charles Corrao of Louisville

Great-grandmother: Loretta Minnick of Maryland

3 uncles: Frank and Joey Corrao and Mark Polk

1 aunt: Marsha Brockett

1 great-aunt: Brenda Sterusky

Kaia was preceded in death by her grandmother, Linda Corrao and a cousin, Christopher Sterusky

Visitation: Sunday, August 6, 2023 from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Cremation to follow.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Joyce Marie Pickett, 81, of Shepherdsville, KY, formerly of Adair County, KY returned to her Heavenly Father on Monday, July 31, 2023. She was born September 7, 1941 to the late Clifton and Margaret Poston Moore.

Joyce was a member of Davidson Memorial United Methodist Church.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 62 years: Roger Blake Pickett of Shepherdsville

1 son: Clifton Pickett (Bridget) of Shepherdsville

2 daughters: Connie Hatfield (David) of Shepherdsville and Melissa Laytham (Marc) of Mt. Washington

1 sister: Pat Reliford (Pete) of Columbia

3 grandchildren: Chloe, Blake (Jeanette), Bailey (Levi)

1 great-grandchild on the way, Easton Bradley

A host of other family & friends

Funeral Service: Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 12:00pmET at Shoppenhorst, Underwood and Brooks Funeral Home in Shepherdsville (Preston Highway at Brooks Road) 

Burial: Moore Cemetery in Adair County with a graveside service at 2:00pmCT

Visitation: Friday from 2:00pm-8:00pmET and Saturday after 11:00amET at Shoppenhorst, Underwood and Brooks Funeral Home

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of local arrangements.