Geneva Pearl Wisdom, 95, formerly of Adair County, KY passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2025 in Campbellsville, KY. She was born on November 2, 1929 in Amandaville, KY (Cumberland County) to the late Charlie and Mary Lee Williams Firkins.

Geneva lived a life defined by faith, love, and kindness. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who touched the hearts of everyone she met. Her gentle spirit, unwavering faith in God, and unconditional love for her family were the foundation of her life.

Geneva was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, James L. Wisdom; her son, Jack L. Wisdom; and her infant granddaughter, Dona Kay Wisdom.

SURVIVORS:

4 children: Charles (Kay) Wisdom, Phyllis (Kenny) Shipp, Larry (Wanda) Wisdom, and Joyce Pyles

11 grandchildren: Jhana Wisdom Shive, Chastity Yarberry Spalding, Tonya Wisdom Brown, Kenny Wisdom, Alisha Pyles Knight, Lindsey Wisdom Ragsdale, Latasha Wisdom Queen, Taylor Wisdom, Olivia Wisdom Begley, Stacey Beard, Kerri Shipp Brown, and Samantha Porter

25 great-grandchildren & 7 great-great-grandchildren

Many beloved friends & extended family members

Geneva was a skilled seamstress, dedicating over 30 years to Bob Evans Apparel in Burkesville, Kentucky, and the OshKosh B’Gosh No. 2 Plant in Columbia, Kentucky. Geneva found joy in gardening, sewing, crocheting, and cooking—gifts she shared with her children and grandchildren, creating memories and traditions that will endure. She was a dedicated member of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church and cherished her time with her Bethel Sunday School class. Geneva’s greatest joy was spending time with her loved ones, welcoming them with open arms and a warm meal. Her legacy of love, kindness, and faith will live on through the many lives she touched.

Geneva’s life was a testament to love, resilience, and faith. She will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Funeral Service: Friday, April 4, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in Columbia, KY with Bro. John Butler and Bro. Larry Wisdom officiating

Burial: Fudge Cemetery

Visitation: Thursday, April 3, 2025 from 4:00pm-8:00pmCT and Friday until time for the service at the funeral home 

Pallbearers: Kenny Wisdom, Taylor Wisdom, Gage Shive, Chandler Wisdom, Preston Wisdom, Steven Spalding, Lucas Ragsdale, and Jackson Ragsdale.

Honorary pallbearers: First Cumberland Presbyterian Bethel Sunday School Class.
 

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

Betty Jean Burris, 54, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the UK Medical Center in Lexington. She was born August 22, 1970 in Adair County to the late Joe and Inis Estes Phillips. 
 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers: Billy Phillips and Darrell “Tom Dooley” Phillips and a sister, Patricia Fisher. 
 

Betty was a member of Calvary Temple Church and a homemaker.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Richard Burris of Columbia

1 son & daughter-in-law: Wesley & Jessicia Burris of Columbia

1 daughter & son-in-law: Brooke & Taylor Perkins of Greensburg

3 grandchildren: Judah, Camden and Hudson

7 brothers: David Lawhorn (Terrie) of Greensburg, Bobby Phillips (Treva), Jim Phillips (Helen), Terry “Muscles” Phillips (Sherry), and Steve “ToJo” Phillps (Stephanie) all of Columbia, Larry “Homer” Phillips of Russell Springs, and Danny Phillips (Evelyn) of Murray

4 sisters: Diane Ford, Sherry Biggerstaff (Danny), and Marsha Rowe all of Columbia, and Janice McCuiston of Murray

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. at Calvary Temple Church with Pastor Troy McWhorter and Bro. David South officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. Friday and 9:00 A.M. Saturday at Calvary Temple Church
 

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

Thomas “Todd” Stotts, 82, of Breeding, KY passed away peacefully Saturday, March 29, 2025 at T.J. Health Columbia. He was born in Breeding, KY on May 7, 1942 to the late Porter and Sophia Furkin Stotts.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings: Bobby Stotts, Porter Stotts, Jr., Minnie Marie Stotts, and Celystine Baker.

Thomas was a member of the Wells Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Breeding, KY. He was a former employee of Brown and Williamson Tobacco Company in Louisville, KY and the Clarksville Street Department where he retired from, then he enjoyed farming and spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 60 years: Linda Fletcher Stotts

1 daughter: Michele Simpson (Deron) of Fisherville, KY

2 grandchildren: Shelby Nevitt and Clayton Nevitt both of Louisville, KY

Special nephews: Barry Stotts (Tammy) and Joey Murrell (Diane)

Special niece: Missy Ross (Shane)

Several other nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Withers officiating

Burial: Fudge Cemetery

Visitation: Tuesday, April 1, 2025 from 4:00pm-8:00pmCT and Wednesday until time for the service

Pallbearers: Clayton Nevitt, Barry Stotts, Shane Ross, Joey Murrell, Steven Baker, and Edward Stotts

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

Cynthia “Cindy” Harvey, 71, of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at her residence. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on September 16, 1953 to the late Jim and Eleanor Ewell Gault.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Tony Lynn Harvey in 2015.

Cindy was a former employee of Walmart where she loved her co-workers dearly. She was also an avid Philadelphia Eagles football fan.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: T.J. Bach (Megan), Melissa Kersey (Ron), and Vince Bach

2 stepchildren: Andrea McQueary and Bryan Harvey

Siblings: James Gault (JoAnn) and Diane Gibbs (Matthew)

Several friends

The family chose cremation, and no services are scheduled at this time.

The family request in lieu of flowers donations be made to the funeral home to assist with expenses.

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

Jason Corbin, 48, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 10:25 P.M. at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born July 5, 1976 in Cumberland County, to Glen Corbin and the late Martie Bailey Corbin. 

Jason was a member of Columbia United Methodist Church, a Licensed Insurance Agent, a member of Columbia Lodge 96, a Shriner, loved bass fishing and the University of Kentucky Wildcats. 

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Jennifer Hutchison-Corbin of Columbia

His twins: Jackson and Reese Corbin

His father: Glen Corbin of Columbia

1 sister: Amanda England of Jeffersonville, Indiana

His niece: Bailey Grace Corbin of Jeffersonville, Indiana

Several other relatives and friends

Funeral Service: Monday, March 31, 2025 at 6:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Pastor Ryan Boatright officiating

Masonic rites will be conducted by Columbia Lodge 96 following the funeral service.

Visitation: After 3:00 P.M. Monday

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to WHAS Crusade for Children or Columbia United Methodist Church, which can be left at the funeral home

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Danny Tucker, 80, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at Jewish Hospital in Louisville. He was born February 16, 1945 in Casey County, a son of the late R.V. and Rebecca Luttrell Tucker. 
 

Danny worked for over 30 years as a mechanic at People’s Tobacco Warehouse in Somerset. He also enjoyed working on cars out of his own garage at home. Danny formerly attended the old Fountain Run Church. He was also one of the primary caretakers for the Holt-Tucker Ridge Cemetery for many years.

SURVIVORS:

1 brother: Nicky Tucker of Russell Springs

Nephew: Charles Tucker of Louisville

3 nieces: Leah Tucker of Russell Springs, Stephanie (Chad) Mayes of Bedford, and Emma Tucker of Washington D.C.

Sister-in-law: Charlotte Tucker of Louisville

A host of great-nieces & great-nephews

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers: Stevie Tucker and Omery “Budge” Tucker; and two sisters: Janice Tucker and Sandra Kaye Tucker.

Funeral Service: Friday, March 28, 2025 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home in Russell Springs with Bro. Carroll Egnew officiating

Burial: Holt-Tucker Ridge Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Friday

Pallbearers: Roger Tucker, David Henderson, Richie Wilson, Jeremy Hopper, Charles Tucker, and Skyler Mayes

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Holt-Tucker Ridge Cemetery Fund. These can be mailed to Leah Tucker, 347 Hwy 1383, Russell Springs, KY 42642 or left at the funeral home.

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

Phyllis Jean Akin, 81, of Columbia, KY passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Calsag, IL on September 23, 1943 to the late Vasco and Pearl Gibson Coomer.
 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Bill Dickey Akin in 2015.

Mrs. Akin was a member of the Flatwoods Separate Baptist Church. She enjoyed crocheting, doing crafts, especially Christmas ornaments, cooking, fishing, and spending time with her family and friends. 

SURVIVORS:

2 children: Karren Loy (Howard) of Columbia, KY and Bill Dickey Akin, Jr. (Angie) of Burkesville, KY

1 stepson: Larry Akin (Rhonda) of Decatuir, AL

15 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren & 1 great-great grandchild

Son-in-law: David Smith of Campbellsville, KY

4 siblings: Cleda Coleman (George) of Tennessee, Ronald Coomer of Russell Springs, KY, Karen Lissak (Bob) of Illinois, and Betty Melson of Columbia, KY

3 sisters-in-law: Dorothy Coomer, Lillie Coomer, and Dawn Coomer all of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews

In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by a daughter, Dinah Smith, and seven siblings: Opal Coffey, Louise Allen, Elwood Coomer, Dale Coomer, Earl Coomer, Donald Coomer, and Maurice Coomer.

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with

Burial: Antioch Cemetery

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

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

Gene Dale Holmes, 68, of Columbia, KY, was reunited with his son, Chris, in Heaven on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. He was born May 16, 1956 to Rollin Holmes (who survives) and the late Betty Burton Holmes. 

If you knew Gene Dale, then you know he always had a project going. He loved to fish, farm, work with his hands and riding his great-grandbabies around the farm on the Kubota. He found strength in his life through the love of his Savior and his family.

Gene Dale was a member of Bloomington Chapel Church where he served as Superintendent and a Deacon. He loved and was loved by his church family.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 52 years (& childhood sweetheart): Jeanetta Mae Foster Holmes

2 children: Melanie Holmes Willis (Lloyd) and Lyndsey Holmes Schlabach (Ervin)

4 grandchildren: Kaleb Willis (Brooklynn), Laura Coffey (Chris), Landon Jessie (Brooke) and Conner Ford

4 great-grandchildren: Rylee Willis, Danny Kase Willis, Lanie Coffey and Bowen Jessie (due in June)

His father: Rollin Holmes

3 sisters: Delaine Corbin (Tommy), Janet Lynn Turner (Eugene) and Marsha Lawhorn

1 brother: Barry Absher

14 bonus grandchildren: Dan (Ruthie), Andy (Verna), Eddie (Catherine), Elmer (Ella), Eli (Catherine), Ervin (Leanna), Melvin, Robert, William, Miriam, Lizzie, Susie, Leroy (Rachel) and Barbara (Roman). 

Many nieces & nephews

In addition to his mother, he was also preceded in death by a son, Christopher Rollins Holmes who went to be with the Lord on August 20, 1988 and by a sister, Phyllis Jane Holmes in 1949. 

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. at Bloomington Chapel Church, 55 Bloomington Church Rd, Columbia, KY, officiated by family members

Burial: Bearwallow Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00 P.M. Friday and from 6:00 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. Saturday at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in Columbia, KY and after 11:00 A.M. Saturday at Bloomington Chapel Church

Casket Bearers: Kaleb Willis, Landon Jessie, Conner Ford, Chris Coffey, Clinton Matthews, Trevor Matthews, and Levi Burton

Honorary: Laura & Lanie Coffey, Brooklynn, Rylee & Danny Willis, and Brooke & Bowen Jessie

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

David Lee Miller, 81, of Cane Valley, KY, the son of the late Bert Lee Miller and Georgia Ann Bridgewater Miller, was born September 28, 1943 and departed this life on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at Taylor Regional Hospital.

Mr. Miller professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. He was a farmer and a veteran having served his country honorably in the United States Army in Vietnam. Mr. Miller was a former caretaker of the Bridgewater-Groves-Caldwell Cemetery and just “worked all the time”, and enjoyed spending time with his family.

SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Rochelle Brady & husband Al of Campbellsville
1 grandson: Chanson Atkinson (Chloe)
2 great-grandsons: Jett and Jrue (along with one expected great-grandchild)
1 brother: Jessie Shrivers of Louisville
1 sister: Betty Jo Harris of Louisville
Special nephew: James David Miller

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his lifelong companion, Geraldine Miller on Nov. 11, 2023 and one sister, Joyce Rose Miller.

Funeral Service: Monday, March 24, 2025 at 1:00pmET at L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville, KY with Rev. Michael Caldwell and Chanson Atkinson officiating

Interment: Bridgewater-Groves-Caldwell Cemetery in the Cane Valley community of Green County with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard

Visitation: After 10:00amET on Monday

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Evelyn Komosa, 102, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at her residence. She was born August 5, 1922 in Adair County, KY to the late George Denney “Jack” and Edith Frances Jones Beard. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Adam Komosa on December 3, 1998 and a brother, Dennis Hamilton Beard.

Ms. Komosa was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church and a former secretary at Indiana University. 

SURVIVORS:

Her caregivers: Janet Antle, Sheila Lynch, Heather Bow and Julie Neal

Graveside Service: Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:00amCT at Cane Valley Cemetery with burial to follow

Visitation: Friday from 4:30pm-6:00pmCT with a Prayer Service following at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in Columbia, KY. There will be no visitation on Saturday.

In lieu of flowers, Ms. Komosa requested that donations go the Lindsey Wilson College in her memory. These can be left at the funeral home or mailed to 210 Lindsey Wilson Street, Columbia, Kentucky  42728.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Melissa Faye Meers, 46, of Jamestown, KY passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025 at Russell County Hospital in Russell Springs, KY. She was born November 7, 1978 in Corydon, IN to the late Melvin Odell and Myrtie Faye Pelston Wooten.

Melissa enjoyed fishing, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends, especially her dogs Lilly and AJ.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Sarah and Heather Meers both of Jamestown, KY and Brandon Meers of Campbellsville, KY

Her companion: Danny Junior Lay of Jamestown, KY

3 siblings: Odell Wooten of Columbia, KY, Cynthia Michelle Vannatter of South Carolina and Tina Thurman of Russell Springs, KY

Several other friends & relatives

The family chose cremation, and no services are scheduled at this time.

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

Virgie Lee Carr Claycomb, 88, of Columbia, KY passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, March 15, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1936 in Cullman, Alabama to Thomas Burley Carr and Nancy Mary Sloan Carr. 
 

Virgie grew up in Rinnie, Tennessee, the second of five children. She graduated from Berea College School of Nursing as an RN in 1958 and married David Ray Claycomb on November 26, 1960. Virgie worked as Operating Room Nurse at Adair Memorial Hospital with Dr. Oris Aaron. She later served as director of nursing at Jane Todd Crawford Hospital in Greensburg. In 1978 she became the County Health Nurse at the Adair County Health Department, where she was well known for her talks to the Middle School students, and the compassionate care she provided to her patients. Virgie completed her bachelor of science as an RN from the University of Maine in 1989, and received her Nurse Practitioner degree from Emory University in Atlanta Georgia in 1994.  She continued to work as a Nurse Practitioner at the Adair County Health Department until she retired around 2005. She also worked at Westlake Primary Care as a Nurse Practitioner for several years. Virgie was highly involved with the American Red Cross and served on the Board of Directors for Westlake Cumberland Hospital for several years, including time as chairperson of the board.

Virgie attended the Columbia Presbyterian Church where she was a very active member. She was a long time Sunday School teacher, Elder, Session Member, and served as Clerk of Session until her death. Family was very important to Virgie, and she loved her family dearly. She stayed in close contact with her family through visits, phone calls, cards, camping trips, and the annual Carr Family reunion.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: David Wayne Claycomb & wife Rebecca

1 granddaughter: Alyssa Coomer (Dillian) of Columbia

1 great-granddaughter: Caroline Coomer of Columbia

2 brothers: Burley Carr of Rinnie, TN and Bobby Carr of Soddy Daisy, TN

Sister-in-law Violet Claycomb of Somerset, KY

Many nieces & nephews

Special caregiver: Christine Williams of Columbia

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her spouse of 46 years, David Ray Claycomb; two sisters & brothers-in-law: Mary Alice Allred (Gradis) and Winnie Wattenberger (Sam), both of Rinnie, TN; three sisters-in-law: Norma Carr of Rinnie, TN, Gail Carr of Soddy Daisy, TN, and Helen C. York (Vernon) of Russell Springs, KY; two brothers-in-law: William Claycomb of Somerset, KY and Bobby Claycomb of Columbia, KY; and one great-grandson, Wallen Lee Coomer of Columbia, KY 

Funeral Service: Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 12:00pmCT at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in Columbia, KY with Bro. William Sandell officiating

Burial: Columbia Cemetery

Visitation: After 4:00pmCT on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to Columbia-Union Presbyterian Church which can be left at the funeral home.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

Ricky Lynn Keltner, 56, of Columbia, KY passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Norton Hospital in Louisville, KY. He was born in Columbia, KY on June 27, 1968 to the late Johnny Wayne Keltner and Violet Coffey Keltner of Columbia, KY (who survives).

He was also preceded in death by a sister, Judith Elaine Keltner.

SURVIVORS:

His mother: Violet

1 son: Riley Keltner of Shepherdsville, KY

2 brothers: Brad Keltner (Ann) and Rod Keltner (Margena) both of Columbia, KY

His companion: Sherri Giles of Columbia, KY

Niece & nephews: Stevie Keltner Paiz (Kadin), Jacob Keltner (Taylor), and Thomas Keltner

Rick was a member of the Milltown Church and enjoyed music. He was an avid Cincinnati Reds, University of Kentucky, and Dallas Cowboys fan.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Barney Taylor officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery
 

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

Pallbearers: Kevin Shepherd, Doug Lewis, Jacob Keltner, Thomas Keltner, Timmy Ellis, and Talmadge Kemp

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

Darianna LaeShay Bryant, 9 days old, of Jamestown, KY passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, KY. She was born in Lexington on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, a daughter of Amy Coppler and Darias Bryant of Jamestown.

SURVIVORS:
Her parents: Amy Coppler and Darias Bryant
3 sisters: Amani Taylor, Zaria Bryant, and Zo'lee Bryant
2 brothers: Kobe Bryant and Zayovon Bryant
Maternal grandparents: Mike & Monica Coppler and Tara & Jody Franklin
Uncles: Dalton and Raylen Coppler

Aunt: Rowen Coppler

Funeral Service: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Wayne Keith officiating

Visitation: After 12:00pmCT on Tuesday

Burial: Kean Graveyard in Jamestown, KY

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

Tamara Lynn Budzisz, 56, of Columbia, KY passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025 at Taylor Regional Hospital. She was born November 6, 1968 in Louisville, KY to the late John and Mary Clemens Mueller.

Tamara was a restaurant manager at Fazoli’s.

SURVIVORS:

Husband: Dale Budzisz of Columbia

1 stepdaughter: Amy Ashley of Louisville

2 sisters: Lisa Mueler of Pulaski County and Heather Short of Indiana

Nieces & Nephews: Allexis Hobaugh, John Giles, Destiney Giles, Hannah Short, and Gordon Short

A host of other relatives & friends

Cremation was chosen.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Ruth Cook, 97, of Jamestown, KY passed away Thursday, March 13th, at Fair Oaks Health Systems. She was born in Jamestown, KY on May 1, 1927, a daughter of the late Effie (Elmore) and Marvin Mann.

Ruth was a member of Mt. Hope Separate Baptist Church. 

SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Kathleen Jackson (Jim) of Jamestown, KY
2 granddaughters: Vicki Coffey and Delania Hogue

2 great-grandchildren: Nathaniel and Megan Coffey
 

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, John Earl Cook; three sisters: Amy Hadley, Irene Helm, and Barbara Fields; and three brothers: Bobby, Cordell, and Charles Mann.

Funeral Service: Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 2:00pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Randy Brown officiating

Phyllis Arnold, 72, of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at UK Bluegrass Hospice Care in Lexington, KY. She was born in Columbia, KY on September 6, 1952 to the late Curtis and Nina Breeding Sullivan.

Mrs. Arnold was member of Fairview Baptist Church and enjoyed traveling, flower gardening, crocheting, fishing, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Eddie Arnold of Columbia, KY

2 children: Angela Arnold (Temple Yardis-Arnold) of Spokane, WA and Anthony Arnold (Tiffany) of Bowling Green, KY

5 grandchildren: Blaire Arnold, Easton Arnold, Zac Yardis, Alexis Yardis, and Troy Yardis; three siblings Wanetta Tiller (Phillip) of Russell Springs, KY, Nelda Dunbar of Atlanta, GA, and Carlos Sullivan of Columbia, KY

Several nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 2:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Withers officiating

Burial: Freedom Cemetery

Visitation: Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 4:00pm-8:00pmCT and Sunday morning until time for the service

Pallbearers: George Yarberry, Stanley Yarberry, Billy Withers, Billy Arnold, Matt Yarberry, Jay Hurt, and Jordan Withers

Honorary Pallbearers:Terry and Kenny Arnold

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

Rolan Dean Blair, 74, of Green County, KY, son of the late Marion Holt Blair and Emogene Blakey Blair, was born on July 12, 1950 in Russell Springs, KY and departed this life surrounded by loving family on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at his home.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Greensburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church. He was a retired OSP Construction Supervisor for GTE Telephone Company and had his own business, Blair’s Construction Company. He served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the V.F.W. James L. Pruitt #5813, American Legion Rod Lowe Post #124, Past Chairman of the Young Republicans Club, Republican Commissioner of Elections, and was a former Green County Magistrate for the 2nd District. He always had a smile on his face, loved his family and friends, and in his free time, loved to play a round of golf.

He was united in marriage to Marilyn Charline Grant Blair on October 28, 1972, who preceded him in death on January 29, 2022.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Misty Dawn Blair of Greensburg

1 son & daughter-in-law: Mike & Kim Grider of Russell Springs

1 granddaughter: Sarah Paige Grider of Russell Springs

1 brother & sister-in-law: Larry Wayne & Patricia Blair of Columbia

2 sisters & brothers-in-law: Marilyn Blair & Randy Ford of Elizabethtown and Lesa Lynn & David McDonald of Russell Springs

Sister-in-law: Judy Blair

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

Besides his parents and his wife, he was also preceded in death by his brother and sister: Roger Dale Blair and Lois Ann Delk; and three nieces: Kimberly Dawn Delk, Jill Allison Blair, and Amanda Suzanne Blair.

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Funeral Service: Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 2:00pmCT at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY with Bro. Brenson Bishop officiating

Burial: Greensburg Cemetery with full military honors by the Marion County Honor Guard

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

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Greensburg Cemetery Fund or the Greensburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church which can be made at the funeral home.

PALLBEARERS: Randy Ford, Jason Ford, Will Hatter, Wes Compton, Tony Grant, Dwayne Loy, and Reid Grant

Susie Myrtle Todd, 80, of Columbia, KY passed from this life on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. She was born in Creelsboro on April 8, 1944, a daughter of the late James Earl “Cedric” and Jessie Marie George Birdwell. 
 

She worked many years as a nurse’s aid in nursing homes, worked at the sewing factory and for a while as a cook.

Ms. Susie would be “up with the chickens and to bed with the roosters”, she loved drinking coffee and eating cookies. She enjoyed listening to the radio but hated TV and wanted to be outside. She loved to go rock hunting and finding shapes in the clouds. Ms. Susie enjoyed gardening and the beauty of flowers.  She liked to be on the go, whether it was riding along the creek or getting out to go yard sale-ing where she could hunt for new pieces of jewelry. Ms. Susie read books, worked puzzle books and loved to color.  

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Randall Selby of Columbia

1 daughter: Susan Gunter (and Michael Pike) of Columbia

1 sister: Mae Rexroat of Columbia

2 granddaughters: Jessica Bales and Tiffany Bales, both of Elizabethtown

1 stepson: Dan Selby of Louisville

Several nieces & nephews

Along with her parents, Ms. Susie was preceded in death by her husband, George Curtis Todd; her son, James Ralph Selby; her brothers, David Birdwell, Phillip Birdwell, Joe Birdwell and William Birdwell; and her sisters, Eva Ray Garner and Mattie Guffey.

A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Grider Cemetery, with Bro. Bobby Bow officiating.

Bernard Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. An online obituary is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
 

Jason Christopher "Cecil" Smith, 50, of Eli, KY passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025 at UK Healthcare – Albert B. Chandler Hospital in Lexington, KY. He was born on January 31, 1975 in Somerset, KY, a son of the late Jeffery Smith and Barbara Smith (who survives).

Jason lived a life filled with adventure, kindness, and an unwavering dedication to his loved ones. He cherished his family and found great joy in the time spent with them. His love for them was boundless.
 

SURVIVORS:

His devoted wife of 16 years: Dolly Kraft Smith

1 son: Christopher Smith

His "like-daughter": Karlee Kelsey

Grandmother: Shirley Tarter

His mother: Barbara Smith

1 brother: Joshua Smith

2 sisters: Becky (and Brian) Tarter & their child, Brooks, and Kimberly (and Arnie) Robertson

2 aunts: Rhonda Morris and Norma Smith

2 uncles: Ronald (and Patty) Tarter and Charles (and JoNell) Smith
Numerous cousins & friends 

He was preceded in death by his father, Jeffrey Smith; his grandfather, James Tarter; his grandparents, Lonzo and Maggie Smith; his cousin, Beverly "Bootie" Smith; and several other uncles, aunts, and cousins who held special places in his heart.

From a young age, Jason developed a deep passion for the open road and proudly fulfilled his childhood dream of driving semis. His love for big rigs went beyond just a career; it was a calling that brought him immense joy and purpose. Outside of his work, Jason found excitement and camaraderie in demolition derbies, where he thrived on the thrill of competition.

Jason was known for his generous spirit and his ability to connect with people from all walks of life. Whether family, friends, or even strangers who quickly became friends, Jason’s warmth and selflessness left lasting impressions on everyone he met. He was always willing to lend a hand and bring a smile to those in need.

Jason’s legacy is one of kindness, adventure, and a constant willingness to help others. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

A Celebration of the Life of Jason Christopher “Cecil” Smith will be planned for a later date and will be announced at the appointed time. 
 

Bernard Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

Dean Paul Ettner, 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 7, 2025 in Russell Springs, KY. He was born in Beloit, Wisconsin on March 2, 1938 to Harold and Lois Ettner.

He attended high school at Arsenal Technical High School in Indianapolis. Dean married Gloria Proctor and they had three children. He spent most of his working career in construction in Indianapolis and in St. Louis. Dean loved fishing, had a passion for landscaping and animals, and hanging out at the corner bar with friends. He never knew a stranger.

Dean moved to Jamestown, Kentucky in 2017 where he lived out the remainder of his life. He was baptized at Russell Springs Christian Church, was a member at The Springs Methodist Church, and more recently, became a member of Pleasant Hill Community Church. Dean attended every performance Darin and Joyce were involved in at the Star Theater and even purchased and donated a new lobby screen to the Star. He loved his Jamestown family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

Children: Darin Ettner, Penny Ettner Kinney, Shelly Ettner Talley, and Donna Radcliffe

6 grandchildren & 8 great grandchildren

Several other relatives and many friends 

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Terry Ettner; one sister, Peggy Ettner Behrens; a nephew, Chris Ettner; and a niece, Shannon Ettner Dabney.

Memorial Service: Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 2:00pmCT at Pleasant Hill Community Church, 8535 S. Hwy 1680, Jamestown, KY with Bro. Dennis Price officiating

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Saturday at the church

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pleasant Hill Community Church, P.O. Box 1575, Russell Springs, Kentucky 42642 or to the Star Theater, P.O. Box 671, Russell Springs, Kentucky 42642.

Bernard Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

Rachel Holmes Burton, 91, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Adair County on October 20, 1933 to the late Lindsey and Thelma Neat Holmes.
 

Mrs. Burton was married to Joseph Odell Burton on August 28, 1952 and he preceded her in death in 2012.

Mrs. Burton was a member of the New Hope Separate Baptist Church and was a Dairy Farmer. She enjoyed working on the farm, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Connie Rich (David “Floyd”), Larry Burton, and Phillip Burton all of Columbia, KY

4 grandchildren: Aaron Burton (Susie), Cody Burton, Penny Brown, and Abby Burton

8 great-grandchildren: Phillip Burton, Wesley Burton, David Brown, Becca Staten (Parker), Natalie Burton, Jacob Burton, Joseph Burton, and Seth Burton

5 great-great-grandchildren: Will Staten, Duke Staten, Hadley Burton, Colter Burton, and Avery Burton

Granddaughter-in-law: Shawnda Burton of Columbia

3 brothers: Junior Holmes (Ann), Roger Holmes (Gail), and Rollin Holmes (Ruby) all of Columbia, KY

Brother-in-law: Onda Wayne Burton

Several nieces & nephews

In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by a son, Kevin Randall Burton, two grandchildren: Nathan and April Lynn Burton, and four siblings: Faye Bottoms, Ruby Rice, Ruth Wright, and Herbert Ray Holmes.

Funeral service: Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Dennie Foriest officiating

Burial: New Hope Cemetery

Visitation: Tuesday from 4:00-8:00pmCT and Wednesday until the time of the service

Pallbearers: Penny Brown, Abby Burton, Cody Burton, Wesley Burton, Aaron Burton, Parker Staten, and David Brown
 

Dollie T. Lawless, 86, of Jamestown, KY passed away Tuesday, March 4th, 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, KY. He was born in Jamestown, KY on March 30, 1938, a daughter of the late Ettie (Wright) and Ed Everett York.

SURVIVORS:
5 daughters: Bernice Bunch (Richard), Becky Bloyd (Jarvis), Marilyn Thomas (Scott), Angie Anderson (Troy), and Flonnie Withers
1 son: Rod Lawless (Laurie)
Daughter-in-law: Verlene Rogers
11 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren & 4 great- great-grandchildren

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Rex Lawless; great grandson, Mason Lee Bunch; three sisters: Lillie Bunch, Christine Shearer, Emma Sullivan; five brothers: Jessie, Samuel, Ernest, William and Luther York; two infant brothers: Hasken and Woody York.

All services were private.

Burial: Rexroat Cemetery, Jamestown, KY

Pallbearers: Christopher Thomas, Ayden Thomas, Elias Bhanini, Jacob Kemp, Benjamin Kemp, Clifton Bunch, Kendall Bunch, Amy Jo(Lawless)Blaydes, Cara (Bloyd) Hogue, Teresa (Bunch) Kemp

Hon. Pallbearers: Richard Lee Bunch, Beth Ann Lawless, Tabitha Lawless, Tracy(Lawless)Hunt, Luke Claywell, Haley(Barnett)Bhanini, Lilli Withers, Emily(Kemp) Nissley, Anna Kate Kemp,
Aubrey Hogue, Axl Hogue, Archer Hogue, Mia Blaydes, Molly Blaydes, Taylor Thomas, Abby Cain, Sydney Dykes, William Dykes, Griffen Dykes, Macy Emerson, Benson Hunt, Harlynn Hunt, Kairo Bhanini, Palmer Bhanini, Madelyn Bunch, Wyatt Bunch, Waylnn Bunch, and Hudson Bunch

Mayree Kathleen (Mahoney) Oliver, 71, born on September 8, 1953 in Madison, Indiana to the late Edward and Annie Ellen (Stewart) Mahoney, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital in Louisville, KY.

She was a devoted Certified Medication Technician at Owenton Manor Nursing Facility, where her compassion and professionalism left a lasting impact on those she cared for. Mayree was a cherished member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Perry Park, KY where she found community and fellowship. Her warm spirit and dedication to both her faith and family defined her life. Mayree had a love for cooking and canning, often sharing her passion for farm animals and family gatherings that brought joy to all.

Mayree Kathleen (Mahoney) Oliver will be remembered for her kindness, her unwavering spirit, and the love she shared with everyone around her. Her legacy lives on through her family and the countless lives she touched throughout her journey.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Darrell J. Oliver of Owenton, KY

2 sons: Joel B. Wilson (T.J.) of Cincinnati, Ohio and Noel S. Wilson (Adena) of Elizabethtown, KY

1 sister: Peggy J. Moore of Pendleton, KY

2 grandchildren: Vanna and Brodi Wilson

Mayree was preceded in death by her parents and previous spouses: Porter R. Kelly and Junior Leon Wilson. She also mourned the loss of three sisters: Evelyn Kublitz, Rena Evans, and Nellie Opal Brown, and five brothers: Edward M. Mahoney, Jr., Jesse D. Mahoney, Robert A. Mahoney, Dean G. Mahoney, and Charles L. Mahoney.

Visitation #1: Monday, March 10, 2025 from 4:00pm-7:00pmET at Sholar-Riley Funeral Home in Pleasureville, KY

Funeral Service: Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 11:00amET at Sholar-Riley Funeral Home with Rev. Tim Osborne and Bro. Darren Wolford officiating

Visitation #2: Wednesday, March 12, 2025 from 10:30am-12:45pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home in Russell Springs, KY

Burial: Salem Cemetery in Russell Springs at 1:00pmCT

Bernard Funeral Home in charge of local arrangements.

Charles Melton O’Dell, 87, of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at the Medical Center at Bowling Green in Bowling Green, KY. He was born on December 14, 1937 to the late Lonzolie and Cora (Montgomery) O’Dell and grew up in the city of Clinton in Eastern Tennessee.

At a young age, Charles made a profession of faith in Christ during services held at New Beverly Baptist Church and was baptized in a small creek just outside of Knoxville, TN. As a young man, Charles enlisted in the Army National Guard, training at Fort Jackson in South Carolina. Charles then moved to Kentucky and became an x-ray technician, employed by Adair Memorial Hospital. Over a span of 60 years, Charles continued to work as Director of Radiology at Westlake Cumberland Hospital, Casey County Hospital, and Greensburg Hospital. Charles enjoyed farming in his spare time, spending time with his family and grandchildren, admiring antique and classic cars, and watching favorite westerns on tv.

SURVIVORS:

His devoted & loving wife of 58 years: Lynetta Coffey O’Dell

2 sons: Kevin O’Dell (Amy) and Bentley O’Dell (Tara)

1 brother: Curtis O’Dell of Hodgenville, KY

1 sister: Brenda House of Andersonville, TN

3 grandchildren: Andy O’Dell, Hannah Mercado (Lucas), and Charli O’Dell

1 great-granddaughter: Veronica Eleanor Mercado

3 step-grandchildren: Quinton Warriner (Kaitlyn), Desta Blakey (Devin), and Blakesley Selby (Alex)

Charles was preceded in death by three sisters: Elizabeth Russell, Reba Puckett, and Hazel Linderman.

In honoring Mr. O’Dell’s wishes all services will be private with burial in the Haven Hill Cemetery.

The family requests that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to Fairview Separate Baptist Church in care of Neal Dalton, treasurer, at 375 W. Hwy 619, Russell Springs, KY 42642.

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

Diego Hernandez Perez, 43, of Russell Springs, KY passed from this life on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at the UK Bluegrass Hospice Center in Lexington.  He was born on November 26, 1981 in Chanal, Chiapas, Mexico, a son of the late Ramiro Hernandez Jiminez and Flor Perez Lopez.
 

Diego was a hard-working man who dearly loved his family. He will be missed by all who knew him.

SURVIVORS:

3 sons: Diego Hernandez, Clark Huddleston, and Cayden Huddleston, all of Russell Springs

2 daughters: Yesenia Hernandez and Flora Hernandez, both of Russell Springs

3 grandchildren: Litzy Gomez Hernandez, Yaretzi Hernandez Gomez, and Kevin Hernandez Gomez

2 brothers & 6 sisters: Ramiro, Benjamin, Victoria, Carmela, Angela, Elena, Marta, and Cande all of Chiapas, Mexico

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home

Visitation: After 12:00pmCT on Saturday 

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

Genette McKinney, 87, of Breeding, KY died Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 1:31 A.M. at the Medical Center at Bowling Green, KY. She was born March 16, 1937 in Cundiff, KY to the late Jimmy and Josephine Beatrice Watson Tweedy. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Truman Tweedy. 

She retired from Fruit of the Loom and was a member of Old Concord Church.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 68 years: JD McKinney of Breeding

One son and daughter-in-law – Roger and Sandy McKinney of Breeding

1 daughter & son-in-law: Rhonda & Lynn Fletcher of London

1 sister: Glenda Sue Hicks (Carl) of Cedar Hill, Texas

Sister-in-law: Margaret Tweedy of Greensburg

7 grandchildren: Courtney McKinney, Cara Gibson (Brian), Whitney Reed Glass (Colin), Jesse Reed (Rashell), Casey McKinney, Chris Fletcher (Renee), and Cameron Fletcher (Lauren)

11 great-grandchildren

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home officiated by her family

Burial: Fudge Cemetery at Breeding

Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. Friday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Ralph Sneed, 78, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10:55 P.M. at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville. He was born April 10, 1946 in Gradyville, KY to the late Lemon and Zada Burris Sneed. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janice Sneed on October 23, 2023 and one brother, Bobby C. Sneed on September 4, 2024.

Ralph was a retired building contractor and enjoyed playing music.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Lori Dotson of Columbia

1 brother: James Sneed of Columbia

2 sisters: Frances Estes of Milltown and Jean Baker of Columbia

His mother-in-law: Jewell Sneed of Columbia

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Rev. Elbert Hadley officiating

Burial: Jones Chapel Cemetery

Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. Wednesday

Casket Bearers: James Sneed, Jason Sneed, Jeremy Sneed, Allen Helm, Terry Kerns, George Wilson

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Ethel DeLane Burton, 79, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025 at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia. She was born on December 29, 1945 in Columbia, KY to the late Edd Logan and Bessie Dell Helm Hadley.

Mrs. Burton was a member of the Trinity Church. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Rabon “Toon” Burton of Columbia, KY

2 daughters: Tonya Loy (Mike) and Annette Hatcher (Chris) both of Columbia, KY

3 grandchildren: Will Loy of Columbia, KY, Riley Loy of Lincoln, NE, and Carah Dell Hatcher (Dusty Claiborne) of Columbia, KY

1 great-grandson: Archie James Claiborne

4 sisters: Sandy Firkins (Joe Kerns) of Oakland City, IN, Becky Hadley of Oakland City, IN, June Doss of New Palestine, IN, Joyce Schoonover (Alan) of Lynnville, IN

Several nieces, nephews & friends

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers: Lonnie, Bryan, Ralph and Bob Hadley and two sisters: Betty Clary and Juanita Hadley.

Funeral Service: Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Pescosolido officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery
 

Visitation: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 4:00-8:00pmCT and Thursday until time for the service

Pallbearers: Kevin Doss, Daniel Firkins, Will Loy, Roger Hadley, Chris Hatcher, and Denny Hadley

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

John Bernard Zimnoski, 66, of Knifley, KY passed away Thursday, February 27, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Mattituck, NY on November 1, 1958 to the late John and Jeanette Sosnowski Zimnoski.
 

He was also preceded in death by a sister, Donna Bell. 

Mr. Zimnoski was retired from the United States Coast Guard and was an avid hunter and outdoorsman.

SURVIVORS:

2 siblings: Chris Zimnoski (Jean) of Strafford, NH and Joann Deakin (Stuart) of Tucson, AZ

Niece & 2 nephews: Emily Zimnoski, Thomas Deakin, and Jon Paul Deakin

Brother-in-law: Michael Bell of Spring Valley, AZ

His best friend: Mark Jones & his wife, Leila Jones of Columbia, KY

His goddaughter: Shelby Jones

The family honored Mr. Zimnoski’s wish of cremation and no services are scheduled at this time.
 

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

Warren Marvin Wolfe, 87, of Greensburg, KY, son of the late James Wolfe and Bessie Wiseman Wolfe, was born on May 21, 1937 in Lexington, KY and departed this life on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Taylor Regional Hospital. 

He was a veteran having served in the United States Navy and a member of the Kentucky National Guard. Mr. Wolfe was also a former Kentucky State Trooper, Greensburg City Police Officer, and Lexington Fire Department member.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 47 years: Karen Sue Linkfield Wolfe of Greensburg

1 son & daughter-in-law: Daniel & Giselle Rose Wolfe of Campbellsville

1 daughter: Carrie Wolfe of Greensburg

1 grandson: Garek Wolfe of Campbellsville

1 sister: Jeanine York of Lexington

A host of other relatives & friends

Mr. Wolfe was also preceded in death by a brother, Larry Wolfe.

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Private graveside service: Wolfe Family Cemetery

The family has asked that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Old Greensburg Courthouse Preservation Fund, which can be made at the funeral home.

For online condolences: www.cowherdandparrott.com or Facebook.
 

Nadene Shelton, 91, of Columbia, KY died Friday, February 28, 2025 at TJ Health Columbia. She was born April 3, 1933 to the late Luther and Ruth Brown. 
 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Chester Shelton. 

Nadene attended Victory Community Church and was a former Nurse's Aide.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Anita Jurkovic of Chicago, Illinois

3 sons: Robert Shelton, Roger Shelton and John Shelton all of Columbia

7 grandchildren: Kyle, Eathan, Shane, Kyla, Shannon, Jennifer and Nicole

12 great-grandchildren: Bobby, Alec, Aubrey, Addison, Bobby, Faith, Lennox, Leo, Shaakir, Mansur, Jibril, and Munirah

3 great great-grandchildren: Shawn, Max, and Samuel

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Jay Damron officiating

Burial: Columbia Cemetery

Visitation: After 11:00 A.M. Wednesday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Billy Dean Andrew, Jr., 65, of Glensfork, KY passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025 at T.J. Health Columbia. He was born in Columbia, KY on June 11, 1959 to Billy Dean Andrew of Columbia who survives and the late Ella Loraine Dudley Andrew.

Billy was of the Baptist faith and former member of Glensfork Masonic Lodge #528. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Tamara Lynn Andrew of Glensfork, KY

His father: Billy Dean Andrew of Columbia, KY

3 stepchildren: Shane Jolley (Tammy), Jeffrey Jolley (Amy), and Jennifer Fannin all of New Castle, IN

2 special individuals he considered family: Christopher Taylor and Carol Grant

Several grandchildren & great-grandchildren

Visitation: Thursday, March 6, 2025 from 4:00-8:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home

A private graveside service will be held on Thursday at the Andrew Family Cemetery.

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