Myrtle Christine Sharp Rexroat, 106, of Rexroat Road in Russell Springs, KY passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, May 30, 2024 at her home. She was born in Dunnville, KY on October 29, 1917 to the union of the late William T. and Flora Emerson Sharp Perryman. 

She was a homemaker and a charter member of Good Tidings Baptist Church. Ms. Myrtle was a hard worker throughout her life, having owned and operated a farm with her husband and being a well-known seamstress. She would make clothing for her family and neighbors, only using a Singer foot pedal sewing machine. If she didn’t have a pattern for her sewing needs, she would make it. When Ms. Myrtle was in her 70’s, she received her GED and later took college classes. She was commissioned a Kentucky Colonel by Governor Matha Lane Collins.

SURVIVORS:

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

Son-in-law: Billy Sprague of Russell Springs

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

15 grandchildren; 6 step-grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; & 21 great-great-grandchildren

In addition to her parents, Ms. Myrtle was preceded in death by her stepfather, Luther Perryman; her husband, Hollie Pierce Rexroat, Sr., who passed away on November 3, 2001; three sons: Johnny Rexroat, Hollie Pierce Rexroat, Jr., and William “Bill” Neat; one daughter, Ohreta Sprague; two daughters-in-law: Ann Marie Rexroat and Donna Neat; one brother, Oscar Sharp; and two sisters: Donnie Sharp Hart and Ila Bunker.

Funeral Service: Monday, June 3, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Miles Landon Wilson officiating

Burial: Good Tidings Cemetery (beside her husband)

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

Pallbearers: Her grandsons

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

Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

Lindon Howard Wray, 79, of Columbia, KY went to his Heavenly home, surrounded by his loved ones, on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at the Medical Center at Bowling Green. He was born in Cumberland County, KY on April 15, 1945 to the late Charlie and Ora Bullock Wray.

Lindon was a long time member of Bloomington Chapel Brethren in Christ Church, where he enjoyed playing the guitar and mandolin. He was also a founding member of the Bloomington Faith Singers. His favorite pastimes were spent antiquing, going to yard sales and spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 58 years: Darlene Streeval Wray of Columbia

2 brothers: Rosco  Wray and Buddy Wray both of Indiana

2 sisters-in-law: Joyce Wray and Laverne Wray

Several nieces & nephews

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 10 siblings: Bernice VanArsdale, Frances Scott, Ernest Wray, Roy Wray, Udell Wray, Paul Wray, Cecil Wray, Sonny Wray, Russell Wray and Arnold Wray.

Funeral Service: Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Ralph Foster and Bro. David Wray officiating

Burial: Bearwallow Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Friday

Casket Bearers: Kenneth VanArsdale, Louis VanArsdale, Rodney Wray, Robert Wray, Jonathan Reynolds, and David Streeval

Honorary: Edward Streeval, Dylan Collins, Stevie Turner, Terry Denton, Jacob Blair, and Jeffrey Streeval

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Freda Catharine Fiille Edwards, 93, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born in Batavia, OH on November 28, 1930 to the late Henry and Velma Bell Duchmein Fiille.
 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Tommy Edwards.

Mrs. Edwards was a child of God and a member of the Jerusalem Prayer Team, a strong supporter of Israel and the Times Square Church in New York. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, reading, and loved talking care of her animals and spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS

7 children: Ernie Edwards of Louisville, KY, Bill Edwards (Betty) of Greensburg, KY, Robert Edwards (Phyllis) of Enterprise, AL, Tom Edwards (Debbie) of Harrodsburg, KY, Jean Kingsbury (Alan) of Campbellsville, KY, John Edwards (Ellen) of Columbia, KY, and Peggy Helm (Kelin) of Columbia, KY

1 son-in-law: Wayne Tompkins of Texas

10 grandchildren: Tommy Edwards, Jenny Kawa (the late Brian Kawa), Shannon Morrell (Adam), Jason Edwards (Cassy), Ashley Edwards, Brittany Edwards, Amanda Edwards (Michael Turpin), Kayla Helm, Seth Edwards, and Cassy Curry (Nick)

Several great-grandchildren & 2 great-great grandchildren

2 nieces: Debbie Werner and Shirley Brown

Special friend: Pam Fudge of Columbia, KY

A special thank you to the Hosparus staff: Laura Williams, Robin Garmon, Stacy Handy Matney, Chaplain Yves Baptiste, Dr. Baeda Grimsley, Kelly Lane, and Gail Dowell, Megan Curry and Ann Cole for spending time with her during her illness.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Lois Tompkins; a brother, Homer Fiille & his wife Imogene; a daughter-in-law, Laquita Edwards; and a special friend, Pauline Patton.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Gary Chesser, Chaplain Yves Baptiste, and Bro. Roger Holmes officiating

Burial: Brookside Cemetery in Campbellsville, KY

Visitation: Tuesday from 4:00-8:00pm and will continue Wednesday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

Pallbearers: Kayla Helm, Dee Dee Sliter, Alan Kingsbury, Kelin Helm, Tommy Edwards, Ashley Edwards, Jenny Kawa, Brittany Edwards, Shannon Morrell and Amanda Edwards.

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

Leonard Passmore, 70, of Dunnville, KY passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at his home. He was born in Dunnville, KY on November 20, 1953, a son of the late Agnes (Cook) and Joe Passmore.

He was a logger and enjoyed working with pulling mules and horses.

SURVIVORS:
His wife: Faye (Luttrell) Passmore
1 daughter: Haley Passmore 
1 son: Micky Passmore
2 sisters: Pearl Roy, and Nellie Copley, all of Dunnville, KY

A host of nieces, nephews & other family and friends

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by four sisters: Janice Luttrell, Gladys Copley, Fern Hiter, and Faye Luttrell and five brothers: Carmon, Gene, David, Herbert and Carl Passmore.

Funeral Service: Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 11:00amCT at Bethel Baptist Church in Dunnville, KY with Bro. Delvin Wilson officiating.

Visitation: After 5:00pmCT on Friday, May 24, 2024 at Bethel Baptist Church 

Burial: Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery

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

Millie Jane Murrell, 82 of Columbia, KY died Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:25 P.M. at TJ Health/Columbia Emergency Room. She was born August 11, 1941 in Adair County to the late Aubrey Lee and Medie Corbin Wheat. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Oris Murrell on November 5, 2018 and the following brothers and sisters: Stanford Wheat, Jessie Ford, Edell Melson, Annie Bennett, Marie Helm and Alta Richards.

SURVIVORS:

1 son & daughter-in-law: Oris Junior & Della Murrell of Columbia

1 daughter & son-in-law: Janet & Kenny Brock of Columbia

1 brother: Paul Wheat of Edinburgh, Indiana

7 grandchildren: Shelly Yarberry, Christy Burton, Timmy Morgan, Tonya Howard, Eric Helm, Jimmy Helm, Anthony Rector

21 great-grandchildren & 2 great-great grandchildren

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:30 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Helm officiating

Burial: Columbia Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Friday

Casket Bearers: Kevin Burton, Eric Helm, Jimmy Helm, KC Willis, Zack Morgan, Isaiah Morgan, and Caleb Morgan

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Connie L. Ervin, 76, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024 at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia, KY. He was born in Gradyville, KY on February 23, 1948 to the late Coy and Eldie V. Burris Ervin.
 

He was preceded death by his wife, Janet Rogers Ervin.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Terry Ervin of Columbia, KY

4 grandchildren: Dakota Lee, Axel Waylon, Benson Hunter, and Haylen Rose Ervin

In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by two brothers: Larry and Dewayne Ervin.

Mr. Ervin chose cremation, and no services are scheduled at this time.

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

Parita Faye Thompson, 66, of Adair County, KY (a native of Green County) passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Signature Healthcare of Barren County.

Sandra Jean Kerns, 77, of Adair County, KY passed peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 18, 2024. She was born September 12, 1946 to the late DeWitt Caldwell and Agnes Hoke. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Kerns and her siblings: Barbara, John and Mike.

A beautician, foster parent, crafter, advocate and avid antique collector, Sandra held many titles. She was well known for evoking laughter with her stories and funny faces, being a hard worker and always helping others. There no ailment her comfort cooking couldn’t cure and there was always a line for the food. She enjoyed dancing, porch swinging, fishing and loving on her babies, who made her so proud. She attended Sparksville Baptist Church. Forever beautiful and young at heart, Sandra will be greatly missed.

SURVIVORS:

1 brother: Patrick Hoke

2 daughters: Melissa Caldwell and Michele (Reed) Schneider

6 grandchildren: Mark, Amanda, Bianca, James, Jared and Mia

7 great-grandchildren: Cheyenne, Brianna, Blake Logan, Abby, Fiona and Kasen

Sandra chose Cremation with no Services or Visitation

Burial will be at a later date with her husband in Kerns Cemetery

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Ella Mann Holt, 95, of Jamestown, KY passed away Friday, May 17, 2024 at Fair Oaks Health and Rehab. She was born in Jamestown on April 15, 1929, a daughter of the late Elza and Nancy (Bunch) York.

SURVIVORS:
2 daughters: Sue Sneed (Wilburn) of Columbia, KY and Wanda Burchett (Marvin) of Jamestown, KY
1 son: Michael Mann (Shannon) of Jamestown, KY
1 sister: Ilene Hill (Ewell) of Jamestown, KY
8 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, & 9 great-great grandchildren

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

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husbands: Ernest Mann and Arvis Holt; two sons: Bobby Mann and Billy Mann; a grandson, Jeffrey Mann; two brothers: Alvin York and Joe York; and four sisters: Mary Grider, Irene Helm, Elizabeth Guffey and Christine Moore.

Funeral Service: Monday, May 20, 2024 at 12:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Jessie Jewell and Bro. Bodie Emerson officiating

Burial: Dixon Cemetery, Jamestown, KY

Visitation: Sunday, May 19, 2024 from 5:00pm-8:00pmCT and Monday after 7:30amCT until funeral time

Pallbearers: Bobby Mann, Chris Sneed, Cody Sneed, Alan Kimbler, Kendle Gilbert, Colton Gilbert and Chris Flanagan

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

Ricky Allen Padgett, 59, of Jamestown, KY died Friday, May 17, 2024 at his residence. He was born July 8, 1964 in Adair County.

Ricky was a former factory worker, working at Fruit of the Loom and Cox Interior.  
 

He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Padgett, his wife, Sharon Franklin Padgett and a sister, Anita Parker.

SURVIVORS:

His mother: Carolyn Roberts Padgett of Columbia

2 sons: Ricky Franklin and Derek Padgett both of Columbia

5 daughters: Ashley Franklin, Brittany Franklin, Leslie Dial and Tasha Padgett all of Columbia and Tiffany Franklin of Russell Springs

3 brothers: Larry Joe Padgett and Jeff Padgett both of Russell Springs, and Jerry Lynn Padgett of Ohio

1 sister: Sue McQueary of Russell Springs

14 grandchildren (and expecting his first great-grandchild soon)

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Monday, May 20, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Dennis Roberts officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 9:00 A.M. Monday

Casket Bearers: Eric Dial, Brian Noegel, Ethan Dial, Bentley Dial, Dalton Dial, Ricky Franklin

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Coy Dean Petty, 72, of Columbia, KY died Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Medical Center in Bowling Green. He was born September 11, 1951 to the late Clyde and Mary Helen Pelston Petty.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two daughters: Lisa Petty and Deana Petty; a sister, Marcine Melson; and a grandson, Derrick Pickett.  

Coy Dean was a roofer and mechanic.

SURVIVORS:

His Wife: Vickie Petty

2 sons: Troy Dean Petty (Amber) and Wayne Smith, all of Columbia

1 daughter: Sheila Richard (William) of Chicago

4 sisters: Irene Furkins, Judy Bunch and Vicki Melson all of Columbia and Teresa Scott of Russell Springs

8 grandchildren & 9 great-grandchilden

A host of other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Helm officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home

Casket Bearers: Jeff Coffey, Jeff Thomas, Coy Turner, Eugene Bunch, Gary Melson, Ricky Bailey, Darrell McGaha and Chris Coomer

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Beverly Diane Sullivan, 71, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, May 6, 2024 at her home. She was born in Detroit, MI on February 16, 1953.

SURVIVORS:
1 son: Steven Tyler Sullivan of Russell Springs, KY
1 grandchild

Cremation was chosen by the family and no funeral service will be held at this time.

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

Randy Bernard Sullivan, 61, of Jamestown, KY passed away Monday, May 13, 2024 at his home. He was born in Columbia, KY on December 23, 1962, a son of the late Roy Phillip Sullivan and Mary Alice (Bernard) McDonald.

SURVIVORS:
1 sister: Cleta Scott of Russell Springs, KY

2 brothers: Wayne Sullivan of Jamestown, KY and Woody Sullivan of Crestwood, KY
Other family & friends

Care and cremation were chosen.
 

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

Mark Gerard Schilling, II, 45, of Russell Springs, passed from this life Monday, May 13, 2024, at his home. He was born on December 6, 1978 in Indianapolis, IN, a son of Mark Gerard, I, and the late Delia Marie Spellman Schilling. 
 

Mark was a veteran of the National Guard and worked as a medical coding specialist.  He loved family dinners, shooting guns and going fishing.  If he was asked, Mark would say his greatest loves were his children.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Elijah McClister of Beaver Dam, Roury Schilling and Rylei Schilling of Jamestown

His father: Mark Gerard Schilling I, of Russell Springs

Step-mother: Lydia Pike (Kavin) of Columbia

1 brother: Ryan Schilling of Russell Springs

3 sisters: Brenda (Chad) Pearson of Bowling Green, Cammie Russell and Kristen Schilling of Russell Springs

2 step-sisters: Brittany Pike and Monica Snow

Grandmother: Janice Garza of Russell Springs

Nephews & niece: Ryan Bryant, Trenton Bryant, Mike Russell, James Russell and Miranda Russell

Many aunts, uncles & cousins

In addition to his mothe, he was also preceded in death by his grandfather, Joe Schilling and his grandmother, Esther Kirchen.

A Memorial Service celebrating the Life of Mark Gerard Schilling, II, will be held in the near future and will soon be announced.

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

Robert “Shaw” Rowe, 82, of Columbia, KY passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at Summit Manor Health & Rehab. He was born on July 23, 1941 in Adair County, KY to the late Bill and Carrie Murphy Rowe.

SURVIVORS:

His Former Wife: Joyce Rowe of Columbia, KY

1 Son: Terry Rowe & wife Teresa of Columbia, KY

1 Daughter: Melissa Gum & husband Everett of Columbia, KY

1 Brother: Leon Rowe of Columbia, KY

2 Sisters: Allene Hardwick of Columbia, KY and Christine Hickerson of Chicago, IL

3 Grandchildren: Presley Grove & husband Mike, Keri Beth Richard, and Justice Gum

2 Great-Grandchildren: Brantley Grove and Eden Richard

A host of other relatives & friends

Graveside Service: Friday, May 17, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Haven Hill Cemetery, Highway 206, Columbia, KY with Bro. Bobby Withers officiating.

There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Jennifer L. Dunbar, 55, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, May 13, 2024 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. She was born in Columbia, KY on July 9, 1968, a daughter of the late Albert and Jannella Faye (Robertson) Luttrell.

SURVIVORS:
Her husband: Jerry Dunbar of Russell Springs, KY
1 son: Jordan Dunbar (Samantha) of Russell Springs, KY
2 sisters: Barbara Skaggs and Brenda Luttrell, both of Russell Springs, KY

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Randy (Bubby) Luttrell.

Funeral Service: Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Ricky Williams officiating

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Saturday

Burial: Ridgecrest Cemetery, Jamestown, KY

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

Wilbur Scott, 71, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Walter Scott and Mary Eunice Bright Scott, was born on January 26, 1953 in Adair County, KY. He died at 6:25amET on Sunday, May 12, 2024 in Columbia.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Elk Horn Baptist Church. Wilbur was an employee of Manchester Tank in Campbellsville. He had also been employed at Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville for over 25 years and at Henderickson in Lebanon for over 21 years. Wilbur loved being outdoors, traveling, and spending time with his grandchildren and brothers & sisters.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 50 years: Teresa Scott of Campbellsville

1 daughter & son-in-law: Nicole & Tyler Britton of Elk Horn

2 grandchildren: Tylee Britton and Cole Britton

2 brothers & 6 sisters: Carolyn Fowler & husband Larry of Landrum, South Carolina, Rita Seaborne of Campbellsville, James Scott & wife Jeania of Edinburg, Indiana, Darrell Scott & wife Sandy of Breeding, Frances Edwards & husband Doug of Perryville, Jane Elliott of Campbellsville, Margaret Luckett & husband Steve of Lebanon, and Renita Mays & husband Scott of Campbellsville

Several nieces & nephews

Many other relatives & friends

Wilbur was also preceded in death by three brothers and one sister: Gary Stapleton, Bennett Stapleton, Lewis Scott, and Joyce Thompson. Sherry Lynn Scott and the twins, Shirley Gayle Scott and Larry Dale Scott, were born and died in infancy.

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FUNERAL SERVICE: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:00pmET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Dr. Brian Rafferty

BURIAL: Caldwell Chapel Cemetery

VISITATION: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 from 5:00pm-8:00pmET at the funeral home

Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Arnold Walters, 77, of Russell Springs, KY passed away at his residence on Saturday, May 11, 2024. He was born August 2, 1946 in Jabez, KY, one of fourteen children born to Ollie and Lillie Tucker Walters. 
 

Arnold was a former employee of Knauf’s Fiberglass in Shelbyville, Indiana and Emerson Chair Manufacturing in Russell Springs. He enjoyed fishing and making furniture from pieces of driftwood. Arnold attended Ono Community Church. His family and friends loved him very much and will miss him dearly.

SURVIVORS:

3 sons: Darrin (Melinda) Walters of Columbia, Shane (Barbara) Walters and James (Jennifer) Walters of Russell Springs

1 daughter: Christina (Jerry) Bryant of Clarksville, Tennessee

3 brothers: Grady Walters of Shelbyville, Indiana, Richard (Ann) Walters of Somerset, and Eugene (Susie) Walters of Russell Springs

1 sister: Lois Dora of Greensburg, Indiana

Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren

Many more extended family members

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by three brothers: Leonard Walters, Ollie Walters, Jr., and Walter Walters; and six sisters: Elsa LaFavers, Nettie Morrow, Louise Morrow, Betty Robuck, Dorothy Walters, and Norma Foster.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Asa Wooten officiating

Burial: Holt Cemetery

Visitation: Afte 12:00pmCT on Tuesday at the funeral home

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

Donna Kay Holmes White, 61, of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at T.J. Health Columbia. She was born in Campbellsville, KY on March 23, 1963 to Junior Lee Holmes and the late Dorothy Hatfield Holmes.

Mrs. White was of the Christian faith and enjoyed reading books, painting, crafts and spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: William “Willie” White of Columbia, KY

2 children: William Shaun White of Columbia, KY and Jessica Lynn White of Russell Springs, KY

3 grandchildren: Spencer Bailey, Dexter Bailey and Kori Skaggs

Her father: Bro. Junior Lee Holmes & wife Ann of Columbia, KY

4 siblings: Doug Holmes, Michael Holmes (Dana), David Holmes and Susan Holmes Tucker all of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Richie Curtis officiating

Burial: New Hope Cemetery

Visitation: Friday, May 10, 2024 from 5:00-8:00pmCT and Saturday morning until time for the service at the funeral home

Pallbearers: Doug Holmes, Michael Holmes, David Holmes, Justin Tucker, Jordan Tucker and Keith Gossage

Honorary pallbearers: Ronnie Carter, Bro. Bobby Bowe, Coy Burton, Brandon Bryant and Jimmy Marrs
 

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

Glen Thomas Corbin, 68, of the Sparksville community of Adair County, KY died Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at his home. He was born March 20, 1956 in Adair County to the late James Molen and Ida Ezola Janes Corbin. 

Glen was a U.S. Air Force Veteran and a member of Sparksville Baptist Church. He had worked at Osh Kosh B’Gosh and was a farmer.

SURVIVORS:

4 sisters: Genette Burton (Ronnie) of Indiana, Maxine Froedge, Anita Franklin, and Debbie Furkin (Tony) all of Columbia

3 brothers: Fred Corbin (Teresa), Ronnie Corbin (Janet), and Michael Corbin (Tammy) all of Columbia

Several nieces, nephews, and other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Robert Adkins and Bro. Dave Book officiating

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

Visitation: After 11:00 A.M. Saturday

Casket Bearers: Jeremy Franklin, Matthew Corbin, Josh Furkin, Christopher Corbin, Daniel Froedge, and Frankie Froedge

Honorary: Freddie Corbin, Serena Corbin, and Randy Burton

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Betty Claire Jennings, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, May 4, 2024 in Lakeland, Florida. She was born and raised in Columbia, KY by Oren and Mabel Bryant, who are now all reunited in what must be the most beautiful heavenly reunion.
 

Betty raised three children: Chris (Tami) Reams, Billy Reams and Heather (David) Jacobi in a happy and loving home to be independent and thoughtful adults. She is also survived by her cherished siblings, Larry (Donna) Bryant of Columbia, KY and sister, Carol Banks of Frankfort, KY. Betty leaves behind 2 grandsons: Ethan and Blake which she adored and poured her heart, soul and love into. She also dearly loved and was tickled to be a bonus “Mimi” to Stephanie (Tami) & her 6 children and (David’s) Segan (Johnathon), Sabrina, Nolan, Scarlett.

She received her Bachelor’s in Elementary Education from Eastern Kentucky University and her Master’s in Adult Education from Moorhead State. Betty began her teaching career in Ashland, Kentucky and then continued a long and fulfilling teaching career in Polk County. Her love of children was evident in the many students’ lives that she touched throughout the many years as an educator. Betty spent much of her free time gardening and often was awarded the yard of the month by her community. Her most prized hobby was spending time with her children and grandchildren and her passing has left a profound loss for each of them.

Her children invite friends and family to join them in her final send off to her heavenly home at Heath Funeral Chapel in Lakeland, Florida on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Visitation will be 10am, Service 11am and a graveside service to follow at Oak Hill Burial Park.

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

Benjamin Harrison Bernard, 91, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Monday, May 6, 2024 at the VA Medical Center in Lexington. He was born December 4, 1932 in Russell County, a son of the late Benjamin Jack and Angie Coffey Bernard. 
 

Benjamin was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He enjoyed fishing and just being outdoors. Benjamin also liked raising a garden, cooking, and canning. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Benjamin attended the Bernard Ridge Church of God.

SURVIVORS:

2 daughters: Crystal (Bennie) Chaney of Russell Springs and Sherry (Dan) Kappes of Frankfort

4 grandchildren: Roger Chaney of Russell Springs, Nicholas Kappes and Aaron Kappes of Frankfort, and Stephen (Christie) Kappes of Amelia, Ohio

1 great-granddaughter: Brooklyn Kappess

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Willis Bernard; a son, Barry Bernard; and by four brothers and three sisters.

Funeral Service: Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00amCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Caleb Shirley officiating

Burial: Lucinda Cemetery

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

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

Hershel Melson, 88, of Knifley, KY died Monday, May 6, 2024 at 2:04 P.M. at his residence. He was born May 13, 1935 in Adair County to the late Estel and Tilda Melson. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Valtie Edel Wheat Melson; a daughter, Betty Crawhorn; and a granddaughter, Rebecca Judd. 

Hershel was a retired truck driver, working until his late 70’s.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Linda Walker (Rusty) of Knifley

1 son: Lee Melson of Jamestown

8 grandchildren & several great-grandchildren

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Michael Helm officiating

Burial: Jones Chapel Cemetery

Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. Wednesday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Doris Rae (Smith) Barnes Blair, 84, passed away at her home in Russell Springs, KY on Monday, May 6, 2024. She was born on August 2, 1939 to the late Lonzo Lee and Maggie Smith of Eli, KY. Doris was the sixth of nine children.

Doris was a seamstress at Russell Sportswear in Russell Springs. Upon its closing, she then was employed at the Stephens Pipe and Steel Company, which was housed at the former Russell Sportswear building. Doris enjoyed shopping trips with her sisters and niece Beverly (Bootie) Smith, gardening with her husband Billy, and flowers, flowers, flowers.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, William A. (Billy) Barnes (owner/operator of Russell Springs Milling Company) and husband, Navy Veteran Paul Blair, both of Russell Springs; and seven siblings: Calvin (Edith) Smith of Norwood, Ohio, Glenna (J.C.) Bean of Russell Springs, KY, Anna (Harold) Norman of Eli, KY; Ethel (Bill) Trammell of Liberty, KY; Marie (Jimmy) Sparks of Columbia, KY; Lonzo “Lee” Smith and Jeffrey Smith both of Russell Springs, KY.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: William Todd (Kerri) Barnes of Russell Springs, KY

3 grandchildren: Samantha (Izzy) Gonzalez of Liberty, KY, Tiffani (Brian) Campbell of Campbellsville, KY, and Rebecca (Benjamen) Duncan of Corbin KY

6 great-grandchildren: Jaelynn and Braedyn Popplewell and Kaydence Gonzalez of Liberty, KY; Joshua Todd, Alexandria Dawn, and Elijah Brian Campbell all of Campbellsville, KY.

1 brother: Charles M. (Jonell) Smith of Russell Springs, KY

2 sisters-in-law: Norma Smith and Patti Smith of Russell Springs, KY

3 stepsons: Dan (Tammy) Blair of Norwood, Ohio, Ron Blair of Richmond, KY and Rick Blair of Nashville, TN

A host of nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Friday, May 10, 2024 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Sullivan and Bro. Carroll Egnew officiating

Burial: Russell Springs City Cemetery.

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

Pallbearers: Jonathan Smith, Ryan Smith, Jason Smith, Josh Smith, Jackson Smith, and Colby Smith

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations of sympathy be made to Hospice of Lake Cumberland, 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, KY 42503. Donations can also be made at the funeral home.

Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at bernardfuneralhome.com.

Teresa Lynn McElroy, 70, of Russell Springs, KY passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at her home. She was born on December 16, 1953 in Russell Springs, a daughter of the late Ruel and Clorine Taylor Burd.
 

Teresa was a homemaker. She loved spending time with her family and playing video games with her grandbabies. Teresa had a great sense of humor and loved all animals, especially her cats. 
 

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Jon (Amy) McElroy of Russell Springs

3 grandchildren: Nathanel McElroy, Adrian McElroy, and Madison McElroy

1 great-grandson: Owen James Kimes (and a great-grandchild on the way)

In addition to her parents, Teresa was preceded in death by her husband, Darry Dale McElroy, who passed away on September 27, 2022 and her sister, Pat Stiegler. 

Memorial Service: Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 7:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Tony Stephens officiating

Burial: A private family inurnment will take place in the Russell Springs City Cemetery at a later date
 

Visitation: Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 4:30pm-7:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations of sympathy be made to Hospice of Lake Cumberland, 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, KY 42503 and may be made at the funeral home. 

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available atwww.bernardfuneralhome.com.
 

Kelly Arnold McCann, 60, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:10 P.M. at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville after an illness. He was born August 22, 1963 in Maysville, KY to the late Arnold and Jane Moran McCann. 

Kelly was a Team Lead Supervisor at Walmart. He loved trap shooting, spending time with his family, watching the Reds play ball, and going to Nascar races.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Denesa Cowan McCann of Columbia

1 son: Austen McCann (Talia) of Columbia

His grandson: Walker McCann

2 sisters: Sandra McCann of Columbia and Beverly Turner of Maysville

1 nephew: Phillip Ulrich of Maysville

His mother-in-law: Janet Antle of Columbia

His brother-in-law & sister-in-law: Jamie & Gale Cowan and their family

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral service: Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Pastor Troy Long officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 3:00 P.M. Tuesday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Angela Faye Gosser, 50, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Friday, May 3, 2024 at the home of her brother. She was born on July 1, 1973 in Covington, KY, the daughter of the late Phillip and Juanita Johnson Wilson.

Angela was a homemaker.
 

SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Amanda Register (Wayne) of Lake City, FL

4 grandchildren: Levi & Mackenzie Kirby and Reese & Rhett Register

Marilyn Sparks Coffey, 86,of the Montpelier community of Adair County, KY died Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 4:13 A.M. at the Wright Personal Care Home in Summersville, KY. She was born January 21, 1938 in Glensfork to the late Henry L. “Dick” and Nellie Murrell Sparks. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Earl M. Coffey on March 23, 2024 and the following siblings: Madeline Loy, Maxine Ulery, Margaret McFarland, Marcella Mudd, and Montford Maylon Sparks.

Marilyn was member of the former Pleasant Hill Christian Church and most recently attended Russell Springs Christian Church.  She retired from Farm Credit Services in Columbia and Campbellsville after 32 and a half years as Office Manager.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Shannon “Radar” Coffey (Michelle) of Franklin, Indiana

2 grandchildren: Alexis Carrillo (Justin) and Sawyer Coffey

1 great-grandchild: Rory Carrillo

Brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law: Gene & Lillie Coffey, Ada Coffey, Carl & June Coffey, Guinda & Bobby Miller, and Ina Smith

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Carroll Egnew and Bro. Don Emerson officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Sunday

Casket Bearers: Tyler Antle, Randy McFall, Jason McFarland, Richard Sparks, Kevin O’Dell, Dustin Ballenger

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Connie Joella Hayes, 74, of Jamestown, KY passed from this life on Thursday, April 18, 2024 in Jamestown. She was born on April 28, 1949 in Lebanon, Indiana to the late Robert Chester and Dorothy Maxine (Hall) Crowell (who survives).

She was a proud daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and recent great-grandmother. Connie cared deeply for her friends and family members and enjoyed visiting with everyone. Catching up never took long as the conversations and memories always picked up where they left off.
 

SURVIVORS:

Her mother: Dorothy Maxine Beaver of Jamestown, KY

1 son: James W. Trietsch Jr (Cheryl) of Atlanta, IN

1 sister: Annette Crowell of Jamestown, KY

3 brothers: Bob Crowell of Jamestown, KY, Phillip “Honch” Beaver of Noblesville, IN and Pete Beaver (Roganne) of Clay City, IN