Lindle Bagby Jr, 82, of Columbia, KY passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at his home. He was born on September 22, 1942 in Greensburg, KY to the late B.L. Bagby and Dimple Blankenship Bagby.

Mr. Bagby was retired from the United States Army as a 1st Sergeant having served in Vietnam and Operation Desert Storm.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Christy Smith Bagby and siblings: Jerry Bagby, Carolyn Paxton and Dixie Bishop.

SURVIVORS:
His wife: Becky Bagby of Columbia, KY
2 daughters: Diane Muncy (Tony) and April Barkes, both of Columbia, KY
5 grandchildren: Russell Jolly, Aschley Jolly, Peyton Barkes, Paris Barkes and Pax Barkes
4 great-grandchildren: Raylin Kenney, Brooks Graham, Kash Jolly and Thea Jolly

Funeral Service: Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pmCT at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home, 304 N Main St, Burkesville, KY

Burial: Burkesville Cemetery with military honors

Visitation: Beginning at 12:00pmCT on Saturday at the funeral home

Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

John F. Veigel, 75, of Jamestown, KY passed away Sunday, April 27th, 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, KY. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 16, 1950, a son of the late Alma (Frank) and John Veigel.

John was a retired salesman and attended Cross Creek Church. He enjoyed fishing and being outdoors as well as helping different charities.

SURVIVORS:
1 brother: Todd Veigel, of Cincinnati, OH

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Sandy Veigel.

Per John's wishes, care and cremation were chosen.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.

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

Gwenda Suesette Rexroat, 76, of Trenton, Florida passed away Aprill 22, 2025. She was born on September 28, 1948 to Sidney and Edna Doss in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Mrs. Rexroat moved to Florida in 1972 from Durham, North Carolina. She was of Baptist faith. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a member of Down Home Days and the Chamber of Commerce.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Matthew (Jillian) Rexroat

8 grandchildren: Jaxson, Jayson, Isaiah, Trey, Zachary, Emily, Matthew, and Zachary

1 great-grandchild: Paisley Jo

1 brother: Rick Doss

1 sister: Pam Smith

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Rexroat; a great grandchild, Caleb James; and brothers: Randle Doss and David Doss.

A visitation was held Monday, April 28, 2025, at Rick Gooding Funeral Home Chiefland Chapel, 1301 N Young Blvd, Chiefland, Florida.

Florida arrangements were under the care of the Rick Gooding Funeral Home Chiefland Chapel. An online guestbook can be signed at rickgoodingfuneralhomes.com.

Funeral Service: Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home.

Burial: Free Union Cemetery

Visitation: After 12:00pmCT on Saturday 

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

Frankie Reliford, 66, of Columbia, KY passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Campbellsville, KY on November 30, 1959 to the late Art and Sarah Darnell Reliford.

He was also preceded in death by his son, Shawn Reliford.

SURVIVORS:

1 grandson: Alexander Reliford of Columbia, KY

1 great-grandson: Nolan Reliford

His former wife: Cookie Reliford of Edmonton, KY

1 sister: Clementine Karnes (Buddy) of Columbia, KY

Nephew: Kenny England (Tammy) of Columbia, KY

The family honored Mr. Reliford’s wishes with cremation and burial in the Antioch Cemetery at 1:00pm Friday, May 2, 2025.

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

Ricky Taylor, 65, of Columbia, KY died Friday, April 25, 2025 at TJ Health Columbia. He was born September 2, 1959 in Barren County, KY to the late Alex Richard and Charlene Hancock Taylor. 
 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Mae Doss Taylor and a brother, Jerry Coffey. 

Ricky was a US Army Veteran and a former truck driver.

SURVIVORS:

1 son & daughter-in-law: Justin & Amanda Taylor of Olive Branch, Mississippi

1 daughter & son-in-law: Stephanie & Justin Ford of Lexington

5 grandchildren: Taylor and Carter Ford, Tucker Campbell, Cooper, Brooks and Bentleigh Taylor

1 sister: Jean Bryant of Columbia

2 brothers: Gary Lane of Brodhead and Darren Taylor of Columbia

Several other relatives & friends

At Ricky’s request, there will be no public visitation or funeral.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Phillip M. Duvall, 79, of Indianapolis, Indiana died Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born March 24, 1946 in Adair County, KY to the late Paul and Katie Cheatham Duvall. 

Phillip was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Indianapolis and a former member of New Zion Baptist Church in Columbia, KY, a U.S. Army Veteran serving in Vietnam, a graduate of Indiana University and Purdue University, and retired from Allison Transmission.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Jason Duvall of Indianapolis, Indiana

1 sister: Juanita Faye Duvall of Columbia, KY

Uncle & aunt: Wilburn & Nina Cheatham of Campbellsville

Mother of his son: Louise Duvall of Indianapolis, Indiana

Graveside Service: Monday, April 28, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at New Zion Cemetery with Rev. James T. Washington, III, officiating

There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Doyle Wayne Burton, 67, of Columbia, KY died Friday, April 25, 2025 at his home. He was born on October 31, 1957 in Adair County, a son of the late Herbert and Bonnie Jane Hancock Claywell.

Doyle worked in the masonry and carpentry business.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Lois Ann Sapp.

SURVIVORS:

1 daughter: Gracie May Burton of Columbia

1 brother: Eric Burton (Sherry) of Columbia

2 sisters: Kathy Shelton (Rick), Cheryl Wall (Jeff) all of Columbia

Brother-in-law: Leslie Sapp of Columbia

Several other relatives and friends

Funeral Service: Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Rick Shelton officiating

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Sunday

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation an Education Fund for Gracie which can be left at the funeral home

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Mary M. Hale, 66, of Russell Springs, KY passed from this life on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Russell County Hospital. She was born on February 12, 1959 in Louisville, a daughter of the late Harold and Mary Catherine Wise Hites.  

She was a past employee of Russell Sportswear and attended Bethesda Community Fellowship. Mary was a passionate animal lover and loved her family dearly.

SURVIVORS:

2 children: Chris (Kathy) Hites and Jessica Bault, both of Russell Springs

2 sisters: Sherlon (Jimmy) Grant of Columbia, and Priscilla Riggins of Russell Springs

6 grandchildren: Ambria Aaron, Kobe Overby, Christina White, Sienna Overby, Natalea Kaylor and Chase Stanton

1 great-grandson: Rowan Keith Aaron

Along with her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her daughter, Tina Kaylor; two brothers: Terry Hites and Ricky Hites; one sister, Linda Ann Roussel; a grandson, Darrell Kaylor; and her longtime companion, Larry Jeffries.

A memorial service celebrating the life of Mary M. Hale may be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

Sheila Faye Morgan, 65, of Columbia, KY transitioned from this life to her eternal life with Jesus on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 1:08 P.M. at TJ Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, after she fought a brave battle with cancer. She was born May 12, 1959 in Columbia, KY, the daughter of the late Gene and Betty Bernard Rogers.

She was a long time member of Carrying the Torch Ministries and retired from WalMart. Sheila was so loved by everyone who knew her. She was known for her love for God, her family, her kindness and her beautiful smile.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Ricky Burton and her maternal grandparents, Alva and Losure Bernard.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband of 45 years: Marvin Morgan of Columbia

3 children: Kellie (Roi) Radford of Columbia, Eric (Scottie) Morgan of Kodak, Tennessee, and Tiffany (Jeff) Caldwell of Columbia

2 sisters: Sherry Rogers of Columbia and Pandra Burton of Covington

1 brother: Spencer Burton of Columbia

9 grandchildren: Logan, T.J., Nick, Christian, Bryson, Brianna, Lucas, Paisley, and Brian

3 great-grandchildren: Grayson, Asher, and Delilah

Funeral service: Friday, April 25, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Pastor Glenn McInteer officiating

Burial: Beulah Chapel Cemetery

Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. Thursday

Casket Bearers: Logan Robertson, Tyler Radford, Christian Radford, Nick Radford, Bryson Morgan, and Timmy Morgan

Honorary: Johnny Morgan, Josh Akin, and Nathan Akin

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Skyler “Sky” Colton Huckaby, 14, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025 at Russell County Hospital from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born September 29, 2010, a son of Barry Huckaby and Goldie Brown.

Sky was an 8^th grade student at Adair County Middle School. He was a member of the Future Farmers of America and attended Free Union Separate Baptist Church. His family considered him to be a true “country boy”. Sky had a big heart for those in his life and that was evident by how much he loved his family. He dreamed of one day becoming a police officer and serving the community. Sky had a wonderful personality, and he was loved by all who had the privilege of knowing him.  
 

SURVIVORS:

His father: Barry (Angela) Huckaby of Albany

His mother: Goldie Brown (and Jarrod Wheat) of Columbia

5 brothers: Devin Huckaby, Landon Huckaby, Austin Mercer, Dawson Huckaby, James Edwards, and Alexander Edwards

6 sisters: Kisha Huckaby, Savannah Mercer, Elizabeth Edwards, Elizabeth Brown, Breannah Huckaby, and Bailey Huckaby

Maternal grandparents: Jack Sr. and Barbara Brown, and Al Clements and Linda Patton

Paternal grandparents: Harley and Margie Huckaby, and Roger and Brenda Thacker

Funeral Service: Friday, April 25, 2025 at 12:00pmCT at Free Union Separate Baptist Church, 4600 Sano Road, Columbia, with Bro Craig Huddleston officiating

Burial: Free Union Cemetery

Visitation: 5:00-8:00pmCT on Thursday and after 9:00amCT on Friday at the church

Pallbearers: Carson Cooper, Kyle Montgomery, Abby Corbin, Silas Cole, Kayden Johnson, and William Brockman 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to offset the funeral expenses. These can be mailed to Bernard Funeral Home, P.O. Box 308, Russell Springs, KY 42642.

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

Scotty Rowe Ferguson, 83, of Columbia, KY died Monday, April 21, 2025 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville, KY. He was born October 11, 1941, on Dunbar Hill in northern Adair County, KY to Clellan and Cleo Knifley Ferguson. 

He married Viola Tedder on August 21, 1960 at Knifley Christian Church.

Scotty was a 1959 graduate of Campbellsville High School.  In January of 1960, he graduated from Tri-City Barber College in Louisville and maintained his license throughout his life.  He worked for many years as a Master Barber in Campbellsville and continued to cut the hair of family and friends after moving back to Adair County.  In Columbia, he worked for IMO Industries and retired as part of their shipping department.

He accepted Christ as his Savior at a young age and became a member of Knifley Christian Church. Throughout his life, he served as Deacon and Elder at both Woodlawn Christian Church in Campbellsville and Columbia Christian Church. In Columbia, he taught Sunday School for many years and also served as Chairman of the Board for a period of time and chair of the Evangelism Committee.

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 64 years: Viola Ferguson of Columbia

1 son: Mark (Jennifer) Ferguson of Columbia

1 daughter: Kathy (Billy) Smith of Columbia

4 granddaughters: Lauren (Cameron) Fletcher, Lynsey (Tristan) Cain, Emily Smith and Arlia Smith

5 great-grandsons: Zachary Lynn, Rowan Lynn, Jude Fletcher, Levi Lynn, and Calyx Cain

1 aunt: Justine Arnold Knifley of Campbellsville

Nieces: Freeda Merritt Hannah of Arlington, Tennessee and Carol Merritt Edwards of Columbia

Many dear cousins, nieces, nephews & friends

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Mike.

Funeral Service: Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at Columbia Christian Church with Bro. John Davis, Bro. Richard Martin and Honorable Phil Bertram officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. on Wednesday and from 6:00 A.M. until 8:30 A.M. Thursday at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home and after 9:00 A.M. Thursday at the Church.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to Dunbar Hill Cemetery, Tabernacle Cemetery or Columbia Christian Church, which can be left at the funeral home or at the church.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Anita Ann Brown, 70, of Columbia, KY passed away at the Russell County Hospital on Saturday, April 19, 2025. She was born on March 2, 1955 in Rochester, New York, the daughter of the late Robert and Nancy (Visconte) McRobbie.
 

Anita was an avid equestrian throughout her entire life. She was a barrel racer and equestrian drill team member in her younger years. She especially enjoyed riding her horses in parades, which she did in several capacities, including as DAV Auxiliary New York State Commander. Anita became a certified equine chiropractor and operated Caring Hands Equine Chiropractic here in Kentucky. She also owned Break AWAY Ranch with her husband, Mike, where she gave barrel racing lessons and trained horses. Anita was also a licensed cosmetologist in Rochester, New York, and enjoyed the friendship of her many clients for 53 years. Along with her love of horses, she enjoyed driving a school bus and the hundreds of students she cared for over the years. She made a career of driving a school bus for over 50 years, and she loved every minute of it. She was a bus driver and an employee of the Russell County Board of Education at the time of her passing. Anita was of Roman Catholic faith. Her life was a whirlwind of busyness and accomplishments, and she will be dearly missed by her family and friends, whom she has left behind.

SURVIVORS:

Her husband: Michael Brown of Columbia

1 son: Scott Tears of Columbia

2 daughters: Stacey (Stephen) Cudzilo of Hilton, New York and Shelly (Frank) Coleman of Victor, New York

1 brother: Vernon McRobbie of Rochester, New York

7 grandchildren: Nathen Tears, Matthew Cudzilo, Jonathan Cudzilo, Cindel Tears, Henry Tears, Mary Coleman and Claire Coleman

In addition to her parents, Anita was predeceased by a brother, Wayne McRobbie.

Per Anita’s wishes, cremation rites were honored.

Memorial Service: Saturday, April 26, 2025 at  4:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home

Visitation: Beginning at 2:00pmCT on Saturday 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests and would appreciate donations to the funeral home to offset the cost of Anita’s service.

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

Jeffrey Phillip “Jeff” Wilkerson, 68, of Columbia, KY passed away Monday, April 21, 2025 at T.J. Health Columbia with his family by his side. He was born on May 8, 1956, in Campbellsville, KY to the late Charles Willard Wilkerson and Iva Rose Gilpin Burton.
 

He was also preceded in death by his wife, Julia Ann Corbin Wilkerson and a nephew, Sean Wilkerson.

Mr. Wilkerson was a member of the Pellyton Church and was owner and operator of Jeff’s Tires for over 40 years. Jeff was known by many of his friends and family as “Buffy” for his wild hair, he was a great friend to many and will be dearly missed by the community.

SURVIVORS:

2 children: Tressie Wilkerson Roy (Ricky) and Logan Wilkerson (BJ) both of Columbia, KY

5 grandchildren: Phillip Wilkerson, II, Brayden Burton, Caydee Burton, Kassidy Roy Huddleston (Levi), and Riley Roy

2 great-grandchildren: Ada Huddleston and Tate Riddick Wilkerson

4 siblings: Rena McCloud, Ken Wilkerson (Lynda), Terry Wilkerson (Janet), and Lyndon Wilkerson (Carol)

His stepfather: Leon Burton

Several nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 3:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Patton and Bro. Logan Wilkerson officiating

Burial: Corbin Cemetery

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

Pallbearers: Rob Wilkerson, Craig McCloud, Carson McCloud, Shane Wilkerson, Brayden Burton, and Phillip Wilkerson, II.
 

Honorary pallbearers: Caydee Burton, Kassidy Huddleston, Riley Roy, Michael Wilkerson, Ryan Fuller, and Dennis Gilbert
 

Michael Lynn Foster, 74, of Campbellsville, KY passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Norton Brownsboro Healthcare in Louisville, KY. He was born on May 25, 1950 in Columbia, KY to the late Delmar Ray and Mary Opal Bault Foster. 

Mr. Foster was a member of the East Campbellsville Church of God. He enjoyed antique cars and attending car shows, mowing and doing yard work, helping with activities at his church and spending time with his family and friends. 

SURVIVORS:

His wife of 49 years: Maudie Ellen “Cookie” Foster of Campbellsville, KY

4 children: Kevin Foster (Mellany), Joey Curry (Debbie), Melinda Osborne (Mike), and Janice Curry

6 grandchildren Maci Osborne, Cody Osborne, Torie Foster-Atwood (Blaine), Evan Curry, Austin Lee (Aryn), and Brooklyn Lee

4 great-grandchildren: Mia Atwood, Alaia Atwood, Nolan Lee, and Luke Lee

4 siblings: Howard Foster (Diane), Darrell Foster, Carol Vaughn, and Linda Forrest (Preston)

Several nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in Columbia, KY with Rev. Tom Carnahan officiating

Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 4:00-8:00pmCT and Thursday morning until time for the service 

Pallbearers: Austin Lee, Evan Curry, Matt Forrest, Tim Forrest, Mark Jones, and Marcus Anderson

Honorary Pallbearers: Torie Foster-Atwood and Brooklyn Lee
 

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

Wayne Melton, 71, of the Glens Fork community, died Saturday, April 19, 2025 at his home. He was born December 29, 1953 in Clinton County, KY, a son of the late Regina Meed Melton. 
 

Wayne was a Mechanic, Horse Trainer and a well-known Produce Stand Operator.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Barbara Ann Jeffries Melton of Glens Fork

2 sons: Chris Melton (Amy) and Patrick Jeffries (Katie) of Glens Fork

6 grandchildren: Chance Melton, Corey Melton, Kendall Melton, Kara Jeffries, Colton Jeffries, Ava Jefferies

2 great-grandchildren: Maxsun Melton and Tucker Melton

Special niece: Ashley Harrison (Jimmy) of Columbia

Graveside service: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at Haven Hill Cemetery with Bro. Larry Brown officiating

Visitation: After 10:30 A.M. Tuesday at Haven Hill Cemetery

There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Howard V. Gaskins, 82, of Russell Springs, KY departed for his Heavenly home on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Russell County Hospital. He was born on June 20, 1942 in Jamestown, a son of the late Arlis “Ted” and Opal Morrow Gaskins.
 

Howard was a veteran of the US Army and served his country in the Vietnam War. He made a career as a carpenter and contractor, working for himself as well as other businesses. He was of the Baptist faith and taught Sunday School in years past. Howard attended Faith General Church. He loved fishing and hunting, especially turkey hunting. Howard loved his family dearly and loved spending time with his grandbabies. 

SURVIVORS:

His devoted wife of 58 years: Carolyn Gaskins of Russell Springs;

2 children: Karen (Danny) Abrell and Jeff (Sharon) Gaskins

4 grandchildren: Keri (Doug) Lawless, Tony (Katie) Gaskins, Kasey (Aaron) Wilkerson, and Natosha (Jesse) Chitwood;

A host of great-grandchildren

2 sisters: Shirley Carnahan and Joyce Withers;

1 brother,: Dean Gaskins
 

In addition to his parents, Howard was preceded in death by his brothers: Glen Gaskins, Danny Gaskins, Joe Gaskins, and Bobby Gaskins; and his sisters: Wilma Ballenger and Jean Gaskins. 

Funeral service: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Shane Gaskins officiating

Burial: Brockman-Kerr Cemetery with full military honors provided by the Russell County Honor Guard. 

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

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

Helen Sue (Conley) Jones, 89, formerly of Russell Springs, KY and had been residing with her daughter in Attica, IN, passed away in the Franciscan Health Crawfordsville Hospital in Crawfordsville, IN on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 12:50 p.m. She was born in Judsonia, Arkansas on May 13, 1935, the daughter of the late A.O. and Pearl (Rosenbaum) Conley.
 

Helen was raised in Judsonia, graduating from Judsonia High School. She attended college and received a degree in Dietary Services.

Helen later moved to Russell Springs, KY where she worked at the Jamestown Elementary School in Jamestown, KY and later for the Union Chapel Elementary School. She then transferred to Fair Oaks in Jamestown, KY as the dietician. Helen’s final employment was with the Fruit of the Loom Factory in Jamestown as Quality Control worker. She retired from Fruit of the Loom.

Helen was a member of the Freedom Christian Church in Jamestown. She was an excellent seamstress and cook. She enjoyed playing bingo and liked to work in her vegetable garden. Helen loved to help others and served as a caregiver to her aunts during their final days. She had lots of friends and enjoyed day and weekend trips with them to various functions. Her greatest enjoyment was her family and she adored her grandchildren.

Helen was married to Frank Jones who preceded her in death in April of 1989. Later she developed a friendship with Elwood Burton and maintained that friendship until his recent passing.

SURVIVORS:

3 children: Marla Skaggs, Russell Springs, KY; Frank (Mary) Jones, Warrensburg, MO and Fonda (Marty) Landon, Attica, IN

5 siblings: Ronnie (Carolyn) Conley; Jesse Conley; Linda Simpson; Gina Teasley and Lyle Conley, all of Arkansas

8 grandchildren: Misti (Jamie) Doherty, Matthew (Lindsey) Spence, Brandy (Mark) Beasley, Brandon Jones, Bobby (Linda) Shepherd, Eddie Shepherd, Kyle (Amber) Skaggs and Jordan (Heather) Skaggs

19 great-grandchildren

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers: John D. and Max Conley.

As per Helen’s wish, cremation services were accorded her and a memorial gathering and celebration of her life will be held at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel, 202 E. Main St., Jamestown, KY on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Inurnment will follow in the Jamestown Cemetery, 
 

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

Ricky D. Bernard, 61, of Jamestown, KY passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025 at his home. He was born in Jamestown, KY on November 5, 1963, a son of the late Lona (Kinnett) and Roy Bernard.

SURVIVORS:
4 sisters: Doris Birdwell, Sue Bell, Betty Boston and Janice Kerr
3 brothers: Larry Bernard, Lynn Bernard and Phillip Bernard
Several nieces, nephews other family & friends

In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by two brothers: Roger and Raymond Bernard.

The family chose care and cremation.

Herbert “Byron” Hollinger Jr., 89, passed away peacefully on March 30th, 2025 after a brief illness. He was born on April 6th, 1935 in Akron, Ohio to Nell “Louise” Hollinger (Foglesong) and Herbert Byron Hollinger.
 

SURVIVORS:

His wife of almost 62 years: Sandra Anne Hollinger (Spitznas)

1 daughter: Kimberly Mathews (Andy)

2 grandchildren: Lauren and Andrew Hibian

Byron graduated from Akron South High School in 1953, then completed his bachelor’s in business administration from the University of Akron in 1958. He used this degree to take over his family business to become a 3rd generation florist at Hollinger Florists in Kenmore, OH. During this time, he was an active member of the community, including many dedicated years as an officer with the Kenmore Kiwanis Club and a deacon at the Community Church of Portage Lakes.

Byron served his country with honor from 1958-1960 in the Army 3rd Armored Division. Being stationed at the same time and place in Germany, his claim to fame was he served with Elvis Presley.

After retiring and selling the florist shop in 1991, Byron and his wife Sandra moved to Jamestown, KY where he spent most of his days on Lake Cumberland and working for 27 years at Lake Cumberland State Dock until he was 83 where he was affectionately known as “Governor”.

If you knew Byron, you knew he loved his family and he loved the water. If he wasn’t fishing or racing boats on the Portage Lakes, slalom skiing across Lake Erie, or riding his jet ski on Lake Cumberland, he was probably talking about it. The sparkle in his eyes when getting out on the lake looked just like the sun glistening on the water.

He was a kind man who loved to goof off with a good “dad” joke. He was an avid bowler, loved his fur babies, loved everything basketball (especially the Cleveland Cavaliers and University of Kentucky), almost never lost in euchre, and loved sneaking cookies (occasionally sharing with anyone that caught him). He will be deeply missed by all who have had the pleasure of knowing him.

There will be no funeral service. We thank everyone that has sent kind words and stories.

Please consider contributing to the Woodford Humane Society, PO Box 44, 265 Versailles, KY 40383 or the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516 in Byron’s memory.

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

Ricky D. Bernard, 61, of Jamestown, KY passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025 at his home. He was born in Jamestown on November 5, 1963, a son of the late Lona (Kinnett) and Roy Bernard.

SURVIVORS:
4 sisters: Doris Birdwell, Sue Bell, Betty Boston and Janice Kerr

3 brothers: Larry Bernard, Lynn Bernard and Phillip Bernard
Several nieces, nephews other family & friends

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers: Roger and Raymond Bernard.

The family chose care and cremation.
 

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

Linda Kay Flatt, 75, of Jamestown, KY passed from this life on Friday, April 11, 2025 at her home. She was born on November 22, 1949 in Creelsboro, KY, a daughter of the late Rufus C. and Geneva Keeton Flatt. 

She was such a loving person, finding the good in everything and everybody. Ms. Linda lovingly cared for her mother for many years, up until the time of her mother’s passing. When she was younger, Ms. Linda loved the water; once she got in the pool, she sure didn’t want to get out. She enjoyed going for walks, doing crafts and coloring, and liked to read and play search a word games. Ms. Linda had a love for music and was a huge Louisville Cardinals fan.

SURVIVORS:

1 brother: David (and Judy) Flatt of Shepherdsville

1 sister: Bobby Roy of Jamestown

Nephews: Tim Roy, Tony Popplewell, and Jeffrey Seigle

Niece: Heather Seigle

Great-nephews: Kyler Roy and Ben Popplewell

Great-nieces: Sierra (and Matt) Ryan, Jaye Thompson, and Chelsey Roy

Great-great-niece: Kaelynn Long

Along with her parents, Ms. Linda was preceded in death by her sister, Betty Roy; and her nieces: Tammy Roy and Missy Roy.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 12:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Conner officiating 

Burial: Dixon Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00amCT on Tuesday

Pallbearers: James Flatt, Barry Flatt, Tim Roy, Trevor Foster, Jeffrey Seigle and Tony Popplewell

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

Herbert Lee Hobbs, Jr., 63, of Lebanon, KY passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025 at his home. He was the son of the late Herbert Lee and Betty Lou Knotts Hobbs.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Perkins.

Herbert was a retired construction worker.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Rebecca Perkins Hobbs

3 sons: Joshua Lee Daunis, Austin Faulkner and Michael Roger (Shiann)

3 daughters: Miranda Schmader (Richard), Sherry Summers (K.J.) and Bridget Rogers

21 grandchildren & 4 great-grandchildren

1 brother: David Hobbs

3 sisters: Linda Williams, Doris Campbell and Cathy Keith

A host of other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home 200 Campbellsville St., Columbia, KY with Bro. Glenn McInteer officiating

Visitation: After 11:00amCT on Wednesday at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Charles Arthur Sargent III, 67, of Columbia, KY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family in Asheville, NC. He was born on April 30, 1957 in Louisville, KY to the late Charles Arthur Sargent II and
Emily Cain Edwards Sargent.

Arthur, as he was most fondly known, retired to the multi-generational family farm in Columbia, where he was deeply involved in the local community. A member, business moderator, and trustee of Gradyville Baptist Church, Arthur lived a life of faith, service, and dedication. He was a 1979 graduate of Lindsey Wilson College and worked as an
accomplished mechanical engineer. In recent years, Arthur found great joy in pursuing his passion for farming, continuing the traditions of his family. He leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion.
 

SURVIVORS:

1 sister:  Mary Leslie Buchner & husband David

Niece: Emily Cain Buchner

Nephew: Bradley David Buchner

Cousin: Sarah Cain Laughon & husband Barry

Cousin: Davis May & wife Julie

Several second cousins in Atlanta, GA, Greenville, SC, and New York, NY

Visitation: Friday, April 11, 2025 from 12:00 to 2:00 PM at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, with Pastor Adam Pruitt officiating
 

Following visitation, there will be a graveside service at Columbia Cemetery, 315 Campbellsville St., Columbia, KY where Arthur will be laid to rest.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Lindsey Wilson College at www.lindsey.edu/giving, in honor of Arthur’s memory.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Rickey Jay Thompson, 66, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025 at his residence with his family by his side. He was born in Columbia, KY on April 9, 1958 to the late Owen Miller and Dora Helen Bennett Thompson.
 

He was also preceded in death by two sisters: Janice Kay Appleby and April Bunch.

Mr. Thompson was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church and retired from the U. S. Army, serving during Desert Storm. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, trading, talking on his CB radio where he was known as “Gizmo”, and spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Sharon Thompson of Columbia, KY

3 children: Toby Thompson (Leanna) and Crystal Wright (Michael) both of Columbia, KY and Joni Thompson of Cario, GA

2 stepchildren: Andrew Franklin (Lindsay) of Campbellsville, KY and Kyle Franklin (Maribeth) of Kuttawa, KY

11 grandchildren: William Thompson, Tyler Wright, Alex Wright, Jayla Franklin, McKenna Franklin, Halle Franklin, Anniston Franklin, Maddie Franklin, Hannah Franklin, Sierra Armstrong, and Addison Armstrong

1 great-grandson: Bentley Burton

3 siblings: Tony Thompson (Scotty) of Sparksville, KY, Diana Roy (Nick) of Glensfork, KY and Stacy Corbin of Bowling Green, KY

Several nieces & nephews

Funeral Service: Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 11:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmie Dale Cox and Bro. Jerremy Bunch officiating 

Burial: Loy Cemetery

Visitation: Friday from 4:00-8:00pm and will continue Saturday until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Pallbearers: Dylon Bunch, Will Thompson, Alex Wright, Tyler Wright, Wayne Blythe, Kenneth Bryant, and Josh Brockman

Ronald Wayne “Ronnie” Scott, 68, of Columbia, KY passed away Friday, April 4, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, KY. He was born in Louisville, KY on December 16, 1956 to the late Timothy Scott and Lucy Smith Scott Yarberry of Columbia (who survives).

Mr. Scott was a member of the New Concord Community Church. Ronnie brought light and love to so many as a loving husband, father, friend and lifelong electrician. He was an avid adventurer and nature lover, he especially enjoyed trips to the mountains.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Norma Jean Corbin Scott of Columbia, KY

2 children: Leslie Scott Bennett (Craig) and Jeremy Scott (JoAnn) both of Columbia, KY

4 grandchildren: Aaron Branham, Elijah Bennett, and Jackson Bennett all of Columbia, KY and Caleb Bennett of Fort Thomas, KY

His mother: Lucy Smith Scott Yarberry of Columbia, KY

His stepfather: Orby Yarberry of Columbia, KY

4 siblings: Hilda McQueary (Eugene “Bimbo”), LT Scott (Angie), Tony Scott (Reva), and Jimmy Scott (Linda)

Mother-in-law: Joyce Corbin Fair (Edward)

Sisters-in-law: Josephine Corbin Gadberry and Patricia Corbin Turner (Zeke)

Several nieces, nephews & cousins

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two brothers: Tommy and Gary Scott.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Willard Parson and Bro. Jessie Brown officiating

Burial: McClister Cemetery

Visitation: Monday, April 7, 2025 from 3:00pm-8:00pmCT and Tuesday until time for the service at the funeral home

Pallbearers: Jeremy Scott, Leslie Bennett, JoAnn Scott, Craig Bennett, Aaron Branham, and Elijah Bennett

Honorary Pallbearers: Jackson Bennett, Ronnie Bell, Jason Smith, Barry Smith, Wesley Branham, Terry Patton, Jessie Brown, and Zeke Turner

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

Jewell Lee Thomas, 89, of Russell Springs, KY passed from this life to her heavenly reward on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at Casey County Hospital. She was born May 2, 1935 in Casey County, KY, a daughter of the late Willie and Ella Florence Minton. 
 

September 26, 1951 at the age of 16, Jewell married her sweetheart, Tracy Thomas. Together they celebrated over 70 years of marriage. She was a member of the Patterson Chapel Church of Christ.  

Always glad to see you, she was a lady who could make you feel loved and appreciated. Ms. Jewell had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. She wanted to make sure that if you came to her home, you were fed. She was the best Mother you could have. It was well known to her family that her kids and grandkids were her world.

?SURVIVORS:

6 children: Jerry (and Stacey) Thomas of Columbia, Jackie (and Jeannie) Thomas of Russell Springs, Andy (and Andrea) Thomas of Russell Springs, Geniece Lee Thomas of Nancy, Linda (and Tim) Gregg of Knoxville, Tennessee, and Brenda (and Larry) Phillips of Russell Springs

12 grandchildren: Stacy, Taylor, Derek, Cameron, Aquinna, Jessica, Bethany, Andrew, Nick, Heather, Timmy and Cathy

12 great-grandchildren

Sister-in-law: Imogene Minton of Windsor

Along with her parents, Jewell was preceded in death by her husband, Tracy Thomas, who passed away March 22, 2022; and her siblings: Jimmy Minton, Vernon Minton, Stanley Minton, Oral Minton and Clarence Minton, Sadie Clines, Marie Gaines and Freida Luttrell.

Funeral Service: Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Gerald Burton officiating

Burial: Wilkerson Cemetery

Visitation: After 12:00pmCT on Sunday 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made at the Bank of Jamestown to the Wilkerson Cemetery Fund account.

Pallbearers: Jewell’s grandsons 

Bernard Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangement. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.

Daniel Aaron Tishar, 56, of Columbia, KY died March 24, 2025 at Summit Manor Nursing Home. He was born December 16, 1968 in San Francisco, CA, a son of the late Harry Lynn Tishar and Judith Ewert Dunphy.

SURVIVORS:

1 brother: David Tishar of Breeding

1 sister: Gina Collins (Joe) of Columbia

2 nephews: Miles Collins and Luke Collins

1 niece: Emerson Collins

The family chose Cremation and no public service is planned.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 

Donald Joseph King, 76, of Columbia, KY passed away Monday, March 31, 2025 at T.J. Health Columbia. He was born in Cincinnati, OH on February 28, 1949 to the late Robert S. and Jean Frederick King.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Charlene Roberts King; two children: Don Gilliand and Tammy King; and three siblings: Robert S. King, Roger King, and David Wayne King.

Mr. King enjoyed riding motorcycles and living life to the fullest

SURVIVORS:

9 children: James Padgett and Luellen Fields of Columbia, KY; Bill Padgett, Robert Cohorn, Annetta Coyne, Kelly Gilliand, Jeannie King, Nicole King, and Pamela “Cricket” Cramer all of Ohio

3 siblings: James E. “Butch” King, Judy King, and Vicki King

Several grandchildren, friends & other relatives

Funeral Service: Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Ralph Foster officiating

Burial: Bearwallow Cemetery

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

Pallbearers: Tyler Crawford, Aaron Crawford, Michael Padgett, Timmy Roberts, Travis Dick, and Bob Carter

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

James Willard Baker, 91, of Columbia, KY died Monday, March 31, 2025 at TJ Health Columbia. He was born December 29, 1933 in Adair County to the late Edd Lee and Lillie Mae Coomer Baker. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Jimmy Lee Baker; four brothers: Willie Elmer Baker, Clarence Embry Baker, Stanley Baker, and Woodson Baker; and three sisters: Mary Helen Bunch, Claristeen Reliford and Dimple Coomer.

Willard was a member of Carrying the Torch Ministries and a retired Tool & Die Machinist.

SURVIVORS:

His wife: Elsie Jessie Baker of Columbia

3 sons: Bob Baker, Wayne Baker and Larry Baker all of Columbia

1 brother & 2 sisters-in-law: Richard & Gladys Baker and Margie Baker, all of Columbia

6 grandchildren & several great-grandchildren

Many nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends

Funeral Service: Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Brad Atkins officiating

Burial: Antioch Cemetery

Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. Wednesday

Casket Bearers: Wayne Baker, Larry Baker, David Crites Baker, Jordan Baker, Joe Reynolds, Timmy Montgomery, Colton Nunn

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.