Todd Dean Powell, 49, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024 at his residence. He was born May 6, 1974 in Adair County, KY, a son of the late Gary Dean Powell and Judy Butler of Columbia, KY (who survives).

SURVIVORS:
1 son: Skylar Shoultz of Russell Springs, KY

1 sister: Monica Butler of Campbellsville, KY

Niece: Raelynn Wesley of Campbellsville, KY

Funeral Service: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 12:00pmCT at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY with Bro. Dwan Hadley officiating

Interment: Loy Cemetery, Jamestown, KY

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

Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Ronnie Wayne Blackwell, 68, of Columbia, KY passed away Friday, April 26, 2024 at T.J. Health Columbia. He was born on September 6, 1955 in Adair County to the late Robert Sr. and Ruth William Blackwell.

Mr. Blackwell was a member of the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and was a graduate of Campbellsville University. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

SURVIVORS:

7 siblings: twin Rannie Blackwell and Dale Blackwell both of Columbia, KY, Marilyn Blackwell, Sharon Brown, Charlie Blackwell, Keith Blackwell, and Kelly Blackwell (Elizabeth) all of Louisville, KY

Aunt: Lucille Graves of Fairplay, KY

Several nieces, nephews, cousins, & friends

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three siblings: Judy Lewis, Ruth Ann Blackwell, and Robert Blackwell, Jr.

Funeral Service: Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 12:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Rev. Ricky Shirley and Rev. Kenny Carter officiating

Burial: Forest Lawn Cemetery

Visitation: Thursday after 11:00amCT

Pallbearers: His brothers & nephews

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

Kenneth Dale Burton, 66, of Knifley, KY passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born in Glasgow, KY on February 21, 1958 to the late Finis Edwin and Jewell McQueary Burton.

Mr. Burton enjoyed talking on his CB radio, where he was known as “Triple Nickel”, working on lawnmowers, and spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

His companion: Peggy Raines of Knifley, KY

2 children: Ken Burton (Chenoa) of Greensburg, KY and Natalie Burton Smith (Cory Peach) of Campbellsville, KY

Bonus children: Stephen Lynn (Melissa) of Cumberland Furnace, TN, and Jessica Lynn (Tony) of Liberty, KY

6 grandchildren: Chezney Burton, Keely Burton, Ember Smith, Ryder Smith, Carson Ray, and Kailie Ray

Bonus grandchildren: Paige Jones, Bryce Lynn, and Silas Lynn

1 brother: Coy Burton (Donna) of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Ruby Burton Roberts; two brothers: Joseph and Don Burton; and a nephew, Bobby “Bubby” Roberts.

Funeral Service: Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 3:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Roger Holmes officiating

Burial: Caldwell Ridge Cemetery at Knifley

Visitation: After 1:00pmCT on Sunday at the funeral home 

Pallbearers: Moses Lee, Tony Poff, Stephen Lynn, Doug Holmes, Kenny Joe Burton, Jason Burton, Kenny Bottoms, and Greg Greer
 

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

Karen Diane Bishop, 67, of Columbia, KY passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at the University of Louisville Hospital from injuries sustained in an auto accident. She was born in Louisville, KY on October 28, 1956 to the late Fred Lawrence Lee, Sr. and Doris Jean Milburn Montgomery of Columbia, KY (who survives).

Ms. Bishop enjoyed doing yard work, flower gardening and spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

Her mother: Doris Jean Milburn Montgomery of Columbia, KY

2 children: April Schoenbaechler of Campbellsville, KY and Jeremiah Stephen Bishop (Leshana Brooks) of Lexington, KY

3 grandchildren: Madison and Lileigh Schoenbaechler and Bailey Dixon

4 siblings: Fred Lee (Brenda) of Columbia, KY, Larry Lee of Carrollton, KY, Teresa Jackson and Pam Lee of Louisville, KY

Several nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Friday, April 26, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Patton officiating. Cremation will follow the service.

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Friday
 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with funeral expenses.

Debra Lynn (ex-Hopper, ex-Mahan) Tucker, 64, originally from Jamestown, KY, passed from this life on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at Fair Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility. She was born August 19, 1959 in Russell County, a daughter of the late Sylvester and Auda Mae Wright Tucker.

Debra eventually moved to Lexington and earned her master's degree in English at the University of Kentucky. She was at heart a story teller, an advocate for Appalachia, and the soul of every party. Debra embodied the dichotomy of modern feminism, a stay at home mother who went back to school for a masters degree; a published author who could croon karaoke or weave a yarn to her grandbabies. She had a passion for books and spent many years in bookstores, inspiring a love of literature in those around her. 

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her loving son, Michael Gregory Hopper.

SURVIVORS:

Children & grandchildren: Joseph Hopper (Corissa Caudill) and Andrew Hopper (Lydia Shedlofsky)

1 sister: Carol Tucker

Niece: Sarah Adams (Justin Adams)

Extended family & friends

Memorial Service: Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 11:00am-1:00pmCT at Pine Grove Separate Baptist Church

The family requests no flowers. If you are moved to make a donation in her honor, the family suggests Woodford County Animal Shelter or the Global Fund for Women.

Bernard Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Tracy York Murrell, 39, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, April 21, 2024 as the result of an automobile accident on Highway 55 in Taylor County. She was born October 9, 1984 in Adair County, KY to the late Phillip York and Pamela Kay Helm York. 

Tracy was a Home Resource Coordinator for Heritage Family Services in Campbellsville.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Cameron Murrell of Columbia

Her special children: Daezon Scholl of Greensburg and Jodessi Withaar of Chicago, Illinois

Her dad: Tim Baker (Vicki) of Columbia

Mother-in-law: Michelle Bardin Kearney (Danny) of Columbia

Father-in-law: Mike Murrell (Susan) of Richmond

Her God-send sister: Tabitha Hanley of Columbia

Her sisters-in-law: Cara Hardin (Josh) & their child Everly, and Chloe Murell all of Columbia

A host of cousins, other relatives, fur babies & friends

Funeral Service: Friday, April 26, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Jamie Bryant and Bro. Mike Helm officiating

Visitation: After 3:00 P.M. Thursday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Clifton Alan Wilson, 81, of Nancy, KY passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. He was born on November 30, 1942 in Cincinnati, Ohio, a son of the late Oco and Manice (Smith) Wilson.

SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Tanra Spradlin (Roger) of Whitley City, KY

2 grandchildren: Rachel Reeder and Jonathan Brown

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Brenda S. Higginbotham Wilson; one daughter, Myra Jones; and two grandchildren: Kristina Creekmore and Tyler Robertson.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 24 2024 at 12:00pmCT at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY with Bro. Joe Gosser officiating

Interment: Union Cemetery, Hwy 3525, Russell Springs, KY

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Wednesday

Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
 

Debra A. (Day) Fletcher, 72, of Jamestown, KY passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024 at her home. She was born in Pontiac, IL on April 17, 1952, a daughter of the late Eleanor (Swartz) Ellwinger and Joseph Day.

SURVIVORS:
Her husband: Merrill Fletcher of Jamestown, KY

1 daughter: Kari Ann Moye (Scott) of Jamestown, KY
1 son: Aaron William Fletcher of IL
1 sister: Kelli Luxton of IL

2 brothers: Randy Sexton of KY and Scott Ellwinger of IL

Stepfather: Gene Ellwinger of IL
3 grandchildren: Tristan, Sebastion, and Zoie Ann

Other family & friends

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, William Day, Jr.

Care and cremation were chosen.

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

Mia Renee Hawkins Hardaway, 56, of Bowling Green, Kentucky, died Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at her home after a short illness. She was born May 31, 1967 to the late Wanda Taylor Hawkins. 
 

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her sister, Gina Hawkins and her brother, Scotty Hawkins. 

She was a member of Lively Stone Church South in Bowling Green and a Medical Records Assistant at Fairview Community Health Center.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Kenneth Hardaway of Bowling Green

1 daughter: Jaleesa Hawkins of Bowling Green

3 brothers: Tim Hawkins of Jeffersonville, Indiana, Cortez Hawkins of Bowling Green and Marty “Moe” Hawkins of Glasgow

One grandchild: SaMya Williams

Her God-Daughter: Jessica Houston of Louisville

Special niece: Tiffany Hawkins

Several other nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends

Funeral service: Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 12:00 P.M. (Central Time) at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Minister Daryl Wingo delivering the Eulogy

Burial: Forest Lawn Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:30 A.M. Saturday, April 27, 202

Casket Bearers: Dennis Hardaway, Terry Bell, Derieco Irvin, Keith Maxey, Charles “CJ” Willis, Vince Willis, Trenton Carroll, Ja’Vyan Hawkins

Honorary: Chantay Wickliffe, Angie Newby Riley, Deidre Bridgewaters, Helen Spaulding, Tonya Burbridge, Shelta Wingo, Tasha Price, Lisa Bell

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Eric Matthew Antle, 56, of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Kingsport, TN on October 23, 1967 to the late Marvin and Viola Templeton Antle. 

Mr. Antle was a retired Chief Deputy Jailer for the Adair County Regional Jail and previously worked as a Deputy with the Louisville Metro Jail for 3 years. Eric was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed playing golf and following University of Kentucky sports.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Judy Derman Antle of Columbia, KY

4 children: Jessica Gossage (Darren) of Russell Springs, KY, Alexandria Stratton (Dylan) of Bardstown, KY, Matthew Antle (Kelsie Redmon) and Dezirae Sandusky (Tyler) of Columbia, KY

6 grandchildren: Gunnar, Easton, Sunni, Maggie, Gavin, and Collin

Mother-in-law: Maye Rexroat of Columbia, KY

Brother-in-law: Tony Derman (Vonda)

Sisters-in-law: Patricia Keith, Brenda Wheat (David), Sheila Derman, and Carol Murphy

Special friends: Bug & Lana Knight, Pam Grant, John & Missy Arnold, Lannie Harlow, and Steve Nixon

His lifelong buddy: “Jagger”

Several other friends & relatives

Funeral Service: Friday, April 19, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Ralph Foster officiating

Burial: Bearwallow Cemetery

Visitation: After 9:00amCT on Friday

Pallbearers: Bug Knight, Steve Corbin, Harold Wayne Lawless, Mickey Feese, Rodney Ford, and Steve Nixon

Honorary pallbearers: Vernie Dale Warren, Bo Foster, Mike Withers, James Haywood, Doug Holmes, and Joey White

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

Ricky Lane Coomer, 68, of Marrowbone, KY passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at his residence with his family by his side. He was born in Adair County, KY on December 20, 1955 to the late Coy Odell and Mary Magdalene Morrison Coomer. 

Mr. Coomer was of the Christian faith and made a career drilling oil and water wells all over the state for Jimmy Reliford Drilling and Joe Balance Drilling. He enjoyed hunting, being outdoors, staying at his cabin and spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Karron Norris Coomer of Marrowbone, KY

2 children: Mickel Norris (Sheri) of Breeding, KY and Tammy Pruitt (Greg) of Marrowbone, KY

1 sister: Janice England of Columbia

7 grandchildren: Josh Norris, Cassie Dyer (Trevor), Zoey Morris, Gabby Sandlin (Dillon), Wesley Smith, Coy Pruitt, and Maggie Pruitt

4 great-grandchildren: Eliza and Genie Jo Smith and Chesney and Kori Anne Dyer

Several other friends & relatives

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant brother, Dennis Odell Coomer; his maternal grandparents: Jessie Allen and Etter Burbridge Morrison; and his paternal grandparents:Johnny Roy “Buck” and Exie Parrish Coomer.

Funeral Service: Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Roger McKinney and Bro. Jerry Anderson officiating

Burial: Antioch Cemetery
 

Visitation: Friday 4:00pm-8:00pmCT and Saturday until time for the service

Pallbearers: Tim Abston, E. J. Petty, Ricky Bledsoe, Larry Reliford, Blake Helm, and Nathan Hickman

Honorary Pallbearers: Kevin Norris, Billy Morrison, Travis Coomer, Terry Bennett, Richard Coomer, Ray Moore, and Donald “Duck” Coomer

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

Rosie Jane Zimmerman DeHart, 84, of Russell Springs, KY passed from this life on Monday, April 15, 2024 at the home of her daughter in Richmond, KY. She was born November 8, 1939 in Russell County, a daughter of the late Otha Green and Synthia Elizabeth Fox Zimmerman. 

Ms. Jane was the widow of the late Hollis DeHart, a beloved mother and grandmother, retired teacher and counselor. She was a graduate of Campbellsville University and the University of Kentucky, where she earned her Rank 1 status. Ms. Jane taught special education and served as a guidance counselor in the Russell County School System for over 35 years. She grew up in and was baptized into the fellowship at Square Oak Separate Baptist Church, and later moved her membership to Bethlehem Separate Baptist Church.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Matt (Lana) DeHart of Russell Springs

1 daughter: Lesa (Kim) Billings of Richmond

3 grandchildren: Taylor (Julia) Billings of Shepherdsville, Evan DeHart and Nathan DeHart of Russell Springs

Along with her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by four brothers: Hubert Zimmerman, Ruzie Zimmerman, Junior Zimmerman, and Willard Zimmerman; four sisters: Maxine Stephens, Margaret Green, Kathleen Stephens, and Mary Johnson; and her grandson, Ethan “Cody” Billings.

Funeral Service: Friday, April 19, 2024 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Conner and Bro. Dustin McGowan officiating

Interment: Bethlehem Cemetery
 

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Friday

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

Active Pallbearers: Taylor Billings, Evan DeHart, Nathan DeHart, Sovel Stephens, Wesley Burton, Travis Phillipee, Nathan Stephens and Christopher Duke

Honorary Pallbearer: Rickey Johnson

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

Gene Lawless, 63, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Sunday, April 14th, at Jean Waddle Care Center, Somerset, KY. He was born in Jamestown, KY on September 30, 1960, a son of Phyllis (Aaron) Lawless of Russell Springs, KY and the late Herlen Ray Lawless.

Gene worked at Tarter Gate as a welder.

SURVIVORS:
His mother: Phyllis Lawless of Russell Springs, KY
2 daughters: Stephanie Coffey (Tylar) of Russell Springs, KY and Jennifer Lawless of Columbia, KY

3 sisters: Judy Smith and Sherri Loy both of Jamestown, KY, and Janet Collins of London, KY
3 brothers: Danny Lawless of Monticello, KY and Ranny Lawless and Stevie Lawless both of Russell Springs, KY
5 grandchildren & 1 great-grandchild

Other family & friends

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by an infant sister, Marilyn Sue and an infant brother, Barry James Lawless.

Memorial Service: Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 7:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Danny Lawless officiating

Visitation: Beginning at 6:00pmCT on Tuesday at the funeral home 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to Hospice of Lake Cumberland.

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

Timmy Ray Stephens, 61, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset. He was born September 7, 1962 in Anderson, Indiana, a son of Jean Stephens Hubbard and the late Elbert Stephens. 
 

Tim was a farmer and a “Jack-of-all-trades.” He milked cows, grew tobacco and vegetables commercially, and was the co-owner of Stephens’ Nursery. He was a welder, his own personal veterinarian, and a carpenter. When it came to farming, you name it - he could pretty much do it. 

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Julie Stephens of Russell Springs, whom he wed December 25, 1999

His mother: Jean Hubbard of Russell Springs

5 daughters: Mandy (Brian) Withers of Russell Springs, Falisha Willis of Columbia Falls, Montana, Keirstan Goodin of Jacksonville, North Carolina, Kayleigh (Cody) Lawson of South Korea, and Kaitlynn Bronson (Harley Wilson) of Nancy

2 sons: Adam Stephens (Angie Bennett) of Russell Springs and Jonathon (and Maria) Bronson of Columbia

1 grandson raised as his own: Jaiden Jones of Russell Springs

1 brother: Richard (Deana) Stephens of Russell Springs

1 sister: Sandy (Wayne) Radford of Jamestown

Mother-in-law: Judith Louden of Jamestown

14 grandchildren & 4 great-grandchildren

Funeral Service: Monday, April 15, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Ridge Church of God, with Bro. Billy Silverman officiating

Burial: Bernard Ridge Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00amCT at the church

Pallbearers: Adam Stephens, Jeremy Radford, Brian Withers, Danny Stephens, Harley Wilson, and Jim Liefbroer

Honorary pallbearers: Mason Withers and Hunter Gray. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations 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.

Mark Anthony Deel, 43, of Russell Springs, KY passed from this life on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, KY. He was born July 20, 1980 in Indianapolis, Indiana, a son of the late James Galbreath and Brenda Polston Galbreath (who survives). 

Mark seemed to know just about everyone in Russell County. He loved playing pool, going fishing, and spending time with friends and family.

SURVIVORS:

His mother: Brenda Deel of Russell Springs

1 son: Tyler Deel of Jamestown

4 brothers: Jason Deel of Mt. Vernon, Jeff Bryant of Ohio, James Deel and James Galbreath, Jr. both of Russell Springs

4 sisters: Heather Stevenson of Jamestown, Tabithia Bell, Hailey Galbreath, and McKenzie Galbreath all of Russell Springs

Special niece & nephew: Rosetta Galbreath and Josh Galbreath

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two step-sisters: Rosemary Galbreath and Dovie Galbreath.

A private family memorial service celebrating Mark’s life will be held at a later date.

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

Penny K. Pierce, 66, of Columbia, KY died Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the home of a daughter in Richmond, KY. She was born October 3, 1957 in Muncie, Indiana to the late Mitchell and Irene Goodman Bell. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two grandchildren: William and Dakota and one brother, Mickey Bell. 

Penny was a member of the Green Hill Baptist Church in Monticello and was a homemaker.

SURVIVORS:

3 daughters: Brandy Baker Young of Russell Springs, Jessica DeMott (Terry Long) of Elk Horn, and Jennifer Demott (Joseph Bauer) of Richmond

1 brother: Ricky Bell of Somerset

7 grandchildren: Shawn, Chad, Hunter, Emily, Blake, Eli and Tate

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

Visitation: Monday, April 15, 2024 from 3:00-6:00 P.M. (Central Time) at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with a Celebration of Life to follow. The family is honoring Penny’s wish to be cremated after the service.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Timothy "Timmy" Russell Fox, 64, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, KY after a short illness.

Timmy was a loving son, father, and brother. He was fun-spirited and loved to joke around. Timmy loved spending time with his family and friends, especially if it involved UK basketball. He had a heart for animals and shared a special bond with his loyal companion, his dog Eli. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Timothy was preceded in death by his wife Tammy Fox, his parents Cuthburt and Audeen Fox, and his brother Roy Fox.

SURVIVORS:

1daughter: Faith Cassada (Christopher)

1 son: William (Billy) Fox (Stacy)

2 sisters: Cathy Coffey (Lloyd) and Penny Lester (Gordon)

Sister-in-law: Kathy Fox

2 grandchildren: Jaylin Jaggers and Jayda Fox

Several nieces, nephews, and other family members

Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel, 202 N. Main St, Jamestown, KY with Bro. Asa Wooten officiating

Burial: Square Oak Cemetery in Russell Springs, KY

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Wednesday

The family requests expressions of sympathy be made to H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel, in memory of Timothy Fox.

Yvonne Popplewell, 86, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024 at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation in Jamestown. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on October 30, 1937, a daughter of the late Cosby Popplewell and Ollie Johnson Popplewell.
 

Yvonne was a member of the Russell Chapter #432 Order of the Eastern Star and attended Coffey’s Chapel Church for many years. Yvonne was the owner of Alligator Dock #1 in partnership with her brother until his death in 2000. After her brother’s death, she remained owner until spring 2006, at which time she sold the dock. She loved the lake and the many friends she made over the years, especially the houseboat customers. Yvonne enjoyed spending time in Fort Myers, Florida. She treasured her time and memories shared with her beloved dog, Chase. 
 

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Karen (Barry) Roy of Windsor

2 grandchildren: Vanessa (Kevin) Clements of Windsor and Kevin Booth of Russell Springs

2 great-grandchildren: Brooklyn Booth and Landon Booth of Russell Springs
 

In addition to her parents, Yvonne was preceded in death by her husband, Hebert Johnson; two sons: Joe Booth and Mike Booth; one daughter, Sherry Sanders; and one brother, Ervil Popplewell. 
 

Order of the Eastern Star funeral rites: Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home

Funeral Service: Immediately following the Order of Eastern Star funeral rites with Bro. Roger Garner officiating

Burial: Popplewell Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday at Bernard Funeral Home

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.

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

Gail Lynn Walker, 55, of Columbia, KY passed away Friday, April 5, 2024 at her residence with her children by her side. She was born in Louisville, KY on May 28, 1968 to the late Charles Walker and Janice “Dolly” Rominske Walker of Columbia, KY who survives.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Terry Buck and a brother, David Walker.

Gail was a member of the Sparksville Baptist Church and enjoyed riding horses, driving the countryside, listening to music, and attending concerts.

SURVIVORS:
Her mother: Dolly Walker of Columbia, KY

2 children: Tristian McCarol (Danielle Hadley) of Columbia, KY and Breia DeVore (Jonathan) of Scottsville, KY

2 grandchildren: Roman and Lucie DeVore

1 brother: Mike Walker (Doris) of Columbia, KY

Sister-in-law: Jeannie Walker of Murfreesboro, TN

Several other friends & relatives

Funeral Service: Monday, April 8, 2024 at 2:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Darrell Landis officiating

Burial: Sparksville Baptist Church Cemetery

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

Pallbearers: Jonathan DeVore, Jake McBryar, Tyler Renfroe, Fred Corbin, Larry Pelston, Fenner Castner

Honorary pallbearer: Mike Walker

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

Joseph Stewart “Joey” Burton, 42, of Columbia, KY died Thursday, April 4, 2024 at the TJ Health Columbia Emergency Room. He was born July 18, 1981 in Adair County to the late Freddie and Marcia McKinley Burton.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Allana Perkins Burton of Columbia

2 sons: Aiden Burton and Corey Burton both of Columbia

2 daughters: MaKayla Burton and Jaylyn Burton, both of Columbia

3 sisters: Anna Murray (Nick) of Columbia, Anita Webster (Bobby) of Cane Valley and Marsha Popplewell (Terry) of Columbia

2 brothers: Donald Burton and Greg Burton both of Columbia 

1 grandchild: Kambree Gordon

1 nephew: Austin Alley

2 nieces: Audreanna Bradshaw and Maddie Burton

A host of other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Ricky Hardin officiating

Burial: Bearwallow Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Monday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Victoria Lynn Groce, 62, of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia, KY. She was born on March 27, 1962 in Bowling Green, KY to the late Betty York Waid.

Mrs. Groce was a member of the New Life for the Nations Church and enjoyed crocheting, reading, studying her bible, and spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Joseph Groce of Columbia, KY

1 son: Roger Thurman (Nicole) of Knifley, KY

7 grandchildren: Destiny Ellis, Josiah Thurman, Zhanyta Thurman, Brayden Thurman, Mille Thurman, Michelle Oglesby (Justin Burton), and Abby Parks

1 great-grandson: Jasper Chance Burton

5 siblings: Joe Justis (Teresa), Gina Costello, Sugar Laura, James Elmore (Sandy), and Marsha Underwood

Aunt: Elizabeth Burton

Several nieces, nephews, friends, & other relatives

The family chose cremation and services will be scheduled later.

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

Jimmy West, 61, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, April 1, 2024 at the Jean Waddle Cancer Center in Somerset.  He was born on October 29, 1962 in New Whiteland, Indiana, a son of Diana Rexroat and the late Walter Lee West, Sr.

SURVIVORS:

His mother: Diana Selke Rexroat of Russell Springs

2 brothers: Eric West & wife Sherri of Jamestown and William “Bill” West & wife Polly of Frankfort

A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, & many friends that he considered family.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two brothers: Richard Allen West and Walter “Lee” West, Jr.

Per Jimmy’s wishes, cremation rites were honored and a private Celebration of Life will be held by the family at a later date.

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

Judy Carolyn Rogers Luttrell, 81, of Columbia, KY passed away Friday, March 29, 2024 at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia, KY. She was born on May 22, 1942 to the late Chesley G. and Mayrine Downey Rogers.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Buddy Luttrell.

Mrs. Luttrell formerly attended the Milltown church and enjoyed her animals, shopping, and spending time with her special friend, Hilda Grider (Kermit) of Columbia, KY who survives.

Graveside service: Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 11:00amCT at the Columbia Cemetery with Bro. Barney Taylor officiating
 

There will be no public visitation.

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