Lincoln County

Lincoln County, KY Obituaries File #111©

Submitted By:  Carole French DiSanto  

Reminder; all obituaries are for personal use only and may not be sold for personal gain, or published without the permission from the Newspaper.      

WILLIAM L ACTON EARL R BENTON EDWARD "JACK" BLEVINS
THELMA L LAWRENCE BRYANT JIMMY D BUCHANAN ROXANE BROCK CARPENTER
NORMAN CARTEE DAISY IRENE DAVIS CLARK TIMOTHY LYNN COPPAGE
BERNICE SHELL CROWE LINCOLN CECIL DAVIS ANGIE COTTRELL DENHAM
RUBY E SEARS DRURY VICTORIA DUNN ROBERT LEE EDWARDS
CRAIG STANLEY EVANS LESTER CLIFTON EVANS ETHEL GERTRUDE LEDFORD FRITH
LUCILLE ELIZABETH HALE GRIFFIN CLARENCE WALKER GRIFFITH THERESA WYATT RUSSELL GOURLEY
CLYDE D HANNAH ANTHONY WAYNE HARGIS SHIRLEY A MURRAY HARRIS
JAMES ROBERT HERRING T. J. "JEFF" HILL JOHN HOOD
JERRY DALE "JARO" HOWSON SHIRLEY R CLOYD LONG BOBBY WAYNE MARTIN
WAYNE CREECH MARTIN EMMA WELLS MEADE MARCIA MARGARET MIRACLE
JESSICA RAE SMITH MOBERLY NANCY WILDER NAPIER SHELBY J MONTGOMERY QUALLS
MICHAEL DAVID RATLIFF JUDY "JUJU" CLARK REICHENBACH WESTLEY RIMER
JAMES DELANO ROY CARRIE E WALL SHEENE ADAM CHARISTOPHER SMITH
LORETTA BLANTON SMITH BECKY MAE DEMROW SPEARS MICHAEL BRUCE TILLETT
CHARLOTTE A CARMICLE WESLEY CURTIS H WHEELER GLENWOOD WILKINSON
WILLIE WILSON PEGGIE J RICE WITHERS  

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Tuesday, December 07, 1999 - Daily Commercial News, Leesburg, FL

ACTON, William L.

March 03, 1921 – December 02, 1999

William L. Acton, born March 3, 1921 in Lincoln County, Kentucky, son of William P. & Pearl Osborne Acton, died in Leesburg, Lake Co., Florida, previously of

 Michigan, died Thursday, December 2, 1999

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Thursday, November 27, 2014 – Barnett-Demrow- Fox Funeral Home Notice

BENTON, Earl R.

January 06, 1927 – November 27, 2014

Earl R. Benton, age 87, of KY Hwy 1247 in Waynesburg, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2014 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville.  Born Thursday, January 6, 1927 in Caney (Morgan County), Kentucky, he was the son of the late Carl & Myrtle Gibson Benton.  His loving wife is Rebexie Caudill Benton of Waynesburg, whom he married January 29, 1949.  Earl worked as a school teacher for Lincoln County for 30 years in the Waynesburg community.  He was a member of the Waynesburg 328 F&AM, a US Army Veteran, and loved to pass time at the Waynesburg Rescue Squad where he was known for being a good Rook player.  His main hobby was farming and he was of the Old Regular Baptist faith.

In addition to his wife, Earl leaves behind three children, Teresa Sharon Bingham (Jim) of Indianapolis, Indiana, Marvin Eugene Benton (Deloris) of Middletown, Ohio, and Kathryn Brown (Lonnie) of Waynesburg; three sisters, Eva Lee Lykins of Northern Kentucky, Rella Barrett (Don) of Indiana, and Sue Hosmer (Harley) of Owensboro; seven grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and six step great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Jesse Clark Benton; four brothers, Charles, Elwood, Lonnie Ray, and Ivan Benton; two infant brothers; and two sisters, Oleta Sorrell and Levota Oligee.

A Funeral Service will be held 2:00PM Sunday, November 30, 2014 at Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home with Bro. David Gambrel officiating the service.   Burial will follow in Leach Cemetery on Rocky Hollow Road in Waynesburg.  Military honors will be performed by the Caswell-Saufley Post #18 of the American Legion.  Tommy Engle, Bobby Benton, Brandon Sanders, Doug May, Norman Rutheford, and Clinton Sims will serve as Active Pallbearers.

The Visitation will be held 5-9PM Saturday, November 29, 2014 at the funeral home.  A Masonic Service will begin at 8:00PM.

Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home, Waynesburg, is entrusted with Earl’s arrangements.  Guest Book at www.barnettdemrowandfox.com.

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Tuesday, December 16, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

BLEVINS, Edward "Jack"

May 25, 1932 – December 14, 2014

Edward "Jack" Blevins, 82, of Crab Orchard, passed away on December 14 at Lake Cumberland Regional Medical Center. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church.

Jack was born in Lincoln County on May 25, 1932. He was the son of the late Melvin and Robeda (Ping) Blevins. He was a farmer.

Survivors Include: his companion of 24 years: Bonnie Watson, Children: Joann Dillingham, Darlene Brock, Vera & Husband Michael Elam,Kay & Husband Danny Cole of Texas, Nila Tucker, Randall & Wife Carla Blevins of Texas, Glenna & Husband Craig Baugh, Arlis Blevins, Jackie Lee & Wife Shannon Blevins of Texas, Nafen Blevins & Robert Blevins. 28 Grandchildren and 43 Great Grandchildren, a sister: Marie Hurst, brothers: Robert, Curtis, Doug, and Johnny Blevins

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Edith Kidd Blevins; sons, Owen, Ira Earl, and Ivan Blevins; grandsons, Farrand Dillingham and Matthew Brock; sisters, Irene Russell, Christine Scheffler, and Alene Blevins; and brothers, Earl, Harold, Donald, and Emery Blevins.

Date & Time of Funeral Services: 2PM Wednesday, December 17, 2014. Place of Service: Friendship Baptist Church, Minister: Bro. Darrell Gentry

Place of Burial: Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 11:00 until time of service on Wednesday, December 17 at Friendship Baptist Church with McKnight Funeral Home in Charge of arrangements.

Pallbearers Include: Nafanielle, Nafen, Randall, and Arlis Blevins, Donald Lee Needham, and Michael Hodge

Honorary Pallbearers: Jack Lee Blevins, Rick Smith, and Jody Elam.

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Monday, November 10, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford

BRYANT, Thelma L. Lawrence

January 31, 1922 – November 10, 2014

Thelma L. Bryant, 92, passed away Monday, November 10, 2014 at Fort Logan Hospital in Stanford, KY. Born January 31, 1922 in Stanford, KY to the late Jesse B. and
Minnie Sue Robinson Lawrence, she was the widow of the late Charles William Bryant.

She was a graduate of Stanford High School and was a business owner and farmer for most of her life. She was a member of D.A.R., Homemakers, a member of Farm Bureau,
and enjoyed working as a precinct worker. She was also a member of Stanford Christian Church.

Survivors include one son: Larry Bryant, one daughter: Beverly Sue Ballow, one sister: Dorothy Lawrence Robbins, six grandchildren: Charles Ray Helm, Kimberly Miller both of Louisville, KY, Angelia Wix (David) of Lancaster, KY, JJ Bryant of Somerset, KY, and Larry and Lexi Bryant both of Lexington, KY, nine great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband she was preceded in death by one sister: Gladys Lawrence Childress.

Visitation will be held at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel; Stanford on Thursday, November 13, 2014 from 5-9pm.

Funeral service will be at the funeral home on Friday, November 14, 2014 at 11am with Reverend Mark Thompson officiating. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY.

Casket bearers will be: David Wix, Trevor Wix, Roger Ledford, Tyler Gillum, Matthew McClanahan, and Duvall Sims. Honorary bearers are: Jacob Andrew Wix (United States Marine Corps) and Tommy Owens.

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Wednesday, September 11, 2013 – Green Banner Publication

            BUCHANAN, Jimmy D.

April 19, 1944 – September 02, 2013

JIMMY D. BUCHANAN, 69, Madison, formerly of New Albany, died Monday, September 2, 2013 at King's Daughters' Hospital.
He was born on April 19, 1944 in Crab Orchard, Ky. to the late Joe and Gertie Greer Buchanan. He was a retired meat cutter, having worked with Thriftway in Jeffersonville for forty years.
Survivors include his wife, Mary C. Emmons Buchanan of Madison, Indiana; his loving son, Jeff Buchanan and his wife, Tammy of New Albany, Indiana; his loving daughter, Diana Buchanan of Louisville, Kentucky; his grandchildren, Kendall and Taylor; his mother in law, Josephine Emmons of Madison, Indiana; his step sons, Jason Thompson of New Albany, Indiana, Jesse Thompson of Madison, Indiana, Jeremy Yocum of Palmyra, Indiana, Michael Yocum of Palmyra, Indiana, Tony Emmons of New Albany, Indiana; his sister, Betty Ross of Salem, Indiana; his brother, Joey Buchanan of Columbus, Indiana; his five step grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Funeral services were held Saturday, September 7, 2013 at Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre. Burial followed at Bayless Cemetery in Madison.
Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice.

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Tuesday, October 14, 2014 - McKnight Funeral Home Notice

CARPENTER, Roxane Brock

September 18, 1963 – October 13, 2014

Roxane (Brock) Carpenter, 51 of Lawrenceburg, KY passed away Monday, October 13, 2014 at her home. Roxane was born in Lancaster on September 18, 1963
to Milton H. Brock and the late Charlotte (Bryant) Brock.

Survivors Include: her husband, Junior Carpenter of Lawrenceburg, Daughters: Crystal Ann (Jake) Bowman of Las Vegas, Debra Sue Carpenter (Kyle Lesser) of Fort Walton Beach, FL, and Shonda Renea Carpenter of Fort Walton Beach, Brothers; William David Brock of Crab Orchard, Curtis Lee (Karen) Brock of Lawrenceburg and Christopher Shayne Brock of Crab Orchard, Two sisters;  Stephanie Michele (Todd) Nolloth of Crab Orchard, and Carla Renea (Willie) McCollum of Crab Orchard. Also surviving are 3 Grandchildren: Kaleb Bowman, Bradley & Jared Lesser

Pallbearers: Harley Taylor, Scott Baldwin, David & Daniel Griffin, Doug Payne & Jimmy Caudill

Funeral Services: 1:00 PM, Friday, October 17th at McKnight Funeral Home

Officiating: Bro. Rob Rice. Place of Burial: Ephesus Baptist Church Cemetery.

Visitation will be after 11 am until funeral time on Friday, Oct. 17th at McKnight Funeral Home

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Thursday, November 06, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

CARTEE, Norman

+ U. S. Marine Corp

Norman Cartee, 78 of Waynesburg, Kentucky died Wednesday, November 5, 2014.

He was the husband Doris Blankenship Cartee whom he married on July 3, 1982. Norman was born June 16, 1936 in Fort Dodge, Iowa.

 

He was the son of the late Julia Garrett Connor and Charles Cartee. He was a member of Ephesus Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U. S. Marine Corp.

He was a retired Welder for Bailey Machinery Movers. He loved the outdoors and really enjoyed trapping.

Survivors Include: wife, Doris Cartee, daughter, Sandra Denese Cartee Smith

Two Grandchildren, Ana Elizabeth Smith and Gregory Scott Smith, two Step Daughters, Tammy Ogle and Diane Kraft

Six Step grandchildren and four Step Great Grandchildren, one Nephew, Roddy Cartee, A host of wonderful family members in Fort Dodge, Iowa.

 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: Three Brothers, Mickey, Sherwood & Bernard Cartee, One Sister, Opal Shyrer

 

Date & Time of Services: 2PM, Saturday, November 8th, 2014. Place of Services: McKnight Funeral Home Chapel

Ministers: Bro. Chester Cornett and Bro. Steven Hoeck

Place of Burial: Ephesus Baptist Church Cemetery.

 

Visitation will be from 6-9PM on Friday, November 7, 2014

Pallbearers Include: Greg Smith, Cody Kraft, Roddy Cartee, Rick Pelissier, Michael and Daniel Garwood

Honorary Pallbearers Include: David Taylor, Mike Miracle and the Brethren at Ephesus Baptist Church.

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Saturday, October 18, 2014 – Barnett-Demrow-Fox Funeral Home Notice

CLARK, Daisy Irene Davis

May 29, 1937 – October 18, 2014

Daisy Irene Clark, age 77, of Cordier Lane in Stanford, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2014 at her residence.  Born Saturday, May 29, 1937 in Kings Mountain, she was the daughter of the late Fred & Mabel Southerland Davis.  She was the widow of the late Green Clay Clark, who preceded her in death April 1, 2001.  Irene worked as a seamstress at Cowden’s Manufacturing, was a homemaker, and was a member of Pentecostal Fellowship Church in Lancaster.

Irene leaves behind four children, Irvin Clark (Beverly “BeBe”) of Tallahassee, Florida, Meta Sinkhorn (Ricky) of Junction City, Huston Clark (Amy) of Stanford, and Roger Clark of Stanford; four sisters, Edith Salyers of Casey County, Ann Chambers, Sue Padgett, and Regina Lane all of Lancaster; one brother, Jackie Davis of Somerset; 15 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, William Roy Davis.

Honoring Irene’s wishes, Cremation Rites have been honored.  A private burial will take place at Camp Nelson National Cemetery.

All other service information is pending at this time.

Fox Funeral Home, Stanford, is entrusted with Irene’s arrangements.  Guest Book at www.barnettdemrowandfox.com.

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Wednesday, November 05, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

COPPAGE, Timothy Lynn

March 24, 1970 – November 04, 2014

Timothy Lynn Coppage, 44, of Stanford, KY passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2014 in Boyle County, KY.

Born March 24, 1970 in Somerset, KY to David Burton Coppage and the late Barbara Jean Ledford, he was a truck driver and a member of the Pentecostal faith.

In addition to his father survivors include one brother: David Bruce Coppage Sr. (Connie Elizabeth) of Stanford, KY, four nieces: Stephanie Acree, Heather Parker, David Bruce Coppage, Jr., and Brandon Coppage, and four great nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister: Lisa Ann Robertson.

A one day service has been scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2014 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Visitation will be from 11am-2pm with funeral service beginning at 2pm. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY.

 Casket bearers will be: Bruce Coppage Jr., Mark Acree, John Robertson, Isaiah Parker, Nathan Acree, and John Coleman.

[See Obituary File # 36 for Barbara Jean Ledford] 

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Thursday, November 06, 2014 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

CROWE, Bernice Shell

April 27, 1932 – November 05, 2014

Bernice Shell Crowe, 82 of Junction City passed in her sleep on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014.

Born April 27, 1932, she was the daughter of the late James Bradley and Lela Mae Lawhorn Shell. She was a retired LPN.

Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Crowe. She is survived by two sons, Michael (Vickie) Crowe of Hustonville and Chris (Rosa) Crowe of Parksville; three daughters: Kelly (Robert) Duncan, Dana (Jesse) Long , and Terri (James) Carmichael, all of Junction City; one brother, Mitchell Shell of Russell Springs; 15 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

Services will be at 11 am, Saturday at W.L. Pruitt Funeral Home by CSM Jesse Long with burial in Hustonville Cemetery. Pallbearers are grandsons: Jesse Lee Long, Tevin, Justin, James, Anthony and Travis Carmichael and Johnathon Crowe. Visitation is 6-9 pm, Friday.

[See Obituary File # 52 for Henry Franklin Crowe]

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Tuesday, December 16, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

DAVIS, Lincoln Cecil

August 14, 1927 – December 13, 2014

+ U. S. Navy, WWII

Lincoln Cecil Davis, 87, of Stanford, KY passed away Saturday, December 13, 2014, at Charleston Healthcare Center in Danville, KY. Born August 14, 1927 in Crescent Springs, KY to the late Barney and Mary Hurst Davis, he was the widower of the late Doris Davis. He was a WWII Veteran having served in the United States Navy and a member of the International Operating Engineers Union Local 181. He was also a member of Stanford Baptist Church.

Survivors include two daughters: Shanna Peck of Danville, KY and Barbara Terry (Johnny)of Stanford, KY, six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by two daughters: Susan Teater and Connie Davis Hale, five brothers, and three sisters.

A one day service has been scheduled for Thursday, December 18, 2014 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Visitation is from 11am-1pm with funeral service beginning at 1pm. Reverend Stewart Dawson will be officiating the service. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY. 

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Thursday, November 27, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

DENHAM, Angie Cottrell

June 11, 1921 –  November 27, 2014

Angie Cottrell Denham, 93, of Danville, KY passed away Thursday, November 27, 2014 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville, KY. Born June 11, 1921 in Lincoln County to the late Les and Willhelender Brown Cottrell, she was the widow of the late Walter W. Denham. She was a homemaker for most of her life and babysat for numerous children for over 20 years. She was also a member of the Church of Christ.

Survivors include two sons: Vernon L. Denham (Violet) of Louisville, KY, and Leslie T. Denham (Rosalyn) of Waynesburg, KY, two daughters: Joyce Davis (James E.), and Angela Denham both of Danville, KY, two daughter-in-laws: Linda Denham and Gayle Denham both of Stanford, KY, one sister: Ida B. Denham of Stanford, 17 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, several great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sons: William E. Denham and Harold M. Denham, and one brother: James Cottrell.

Visitation will be Sunday, November 30, 2014 from 5-8pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Funeral service will be 1pm Monday, December 1st, 2014 at the funeral home with Brother Louie Hammons officiating. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY. Casket bearers are: Jeff Denham, Michael Denham, Anthony Denham, Will Denham, Jim Davis, and Gary Miller.

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Sunday, December 14, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

DRURY, Ruby E. Sears

August 07, 1937 – December 13, 2014

Ruby Sears Drury, 77, of Stanford died Saturday at Golden Living Center in Stanford. She was born Aug. 7, 1937 in Moreland, KY to the late Joe Wheeler Sears and Mary Johnson Sears. She was a member of Butchertown Baptist Church.

Survivors include two sons, Joe Scharbrough of Haskell, OK and Eddie Scharbrough of New Mexico; a brother, Dawson Sears of Danville, two sisters, Evie Downs of Harrodsburg and Elsie Kidd of Danville; a special niece, Cynthia Taylor of Stanford; 10 Grandchildren, 13 Great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held Monday, Dec. 15, 2014, at 11am at Moreland Cemetery. Reverend Jay Mumper will be officiating the service.

Casketbearers will be George Spears, Gerald Downs, Charles Kidd, Brandon Brookes, Jose Gutierrez and William Maddox, Sr.

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Friday, December 05, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

DUNN, Victoria

May 18, 1957 – December 04, 2014

Victoria Dunn, 57, of Crab Orchard, Kentucky born May 18, 1957 departed this earthly home into "Eternal Life" Thursday, December 4, 2014 at the Ephraim McDowell Medical Center in Danville, Kentucky.

She was the daughter of Beulah Mae Nelson Dunn and the late Calvin Dunn.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church and was a former church clerk.

Vickie accepted Christ at an early age and worked in the church until her health began to fail. Even though she never had children of her own, she always took an interest in others children and loved to spoil them. Her favorite song was midnight cry.

She was preceded in death by her father Calvin Dunn, maternal grandparents Arthur and Birdie Owsley Nelson, paternal grandparents Charles and Sula Dunn.

Victoria leaves behind a family that loved her dearly. Her loving and devoted mother Beulah Mae Dunn. Four Aunts and Two Uncle and a hosts of relatives and friends and a special friend Judy Whitaker.

Active Pallbearers Include: Tommy, William & Larry Owsley, Frankie Nunn, Glenn Gooch & Billy Richardson

Honorary Pallbearers: Clarence Gooch, Steve Dunn, Ansarro Miller, Jimmy Vandiver, Bradley Helm, Curtis Bright & Lonnie Pruitt

Funeral Services 1:30 PM, Wednesday, December 10th with Bro. Oliver Miller Officiating.

 

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Saturday, November 22, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

EDWARDS, Robert Lee

October 23, 1947 – November 22, 2014

Robert Lee Edwards, 67, of Stanford, KY passed away Saturday, November 22nd, at Fort Logan Hospital. He was the husband of Deborah Noble Edwards whom he married on May 6, 1978.

Robert was born in on October 23, 1947, a son of the late Florence Ethel (Hicks) and Frank Edwards. He was a member of the Watts Chapel Baptist Church where he has served as Pianist, Sunday School Teacher as well as Vacation Bible School Teacher. Robert also served on the Budget Committee for the Lincoln County Baptist Association. He was a former Councilman for the City of Crab Orchard. He was the current Chairperson of the Lincoln County Planning and Zoning Commission. Being a graduate of Crab Orchard High School and Eastern Kentucky University, he dedicated his entire thirty seven year career to the Kentucky Department of Transportation where he worked as a review appraiser. As active as Robert Lee was, his pride and joy was spending time with all of his family and church family.

Survivors Include: his wife: Deborah Noble Edwards of Stanford, Three Children: Lisa Edwards Hensinger and Husband William of Lexington, KY

Jonathan and Wife Laura Edwards of Richmond, KY,Allison Edwards Cook and Husband Grafton of Lexington, KY, Three Grandchildren: Gabrielle & Noah Tolson and Graham Robert Edwards, Cousins, Brenda Edwards LaFevers and Husband Dick of Crab Orchard, KY, Janice Millikan and Husband Gary of Detroit, MI, and a host of other cousins and many friends. Three Very Close Friends, Charlie Bird, James Bauer and Dwight Hopkins

Visitation will be from 4-9PM on Tuesday, Nov. 25th at McKnight Funeral Home Chapel and from 9AM until time of services at 11AM at Watts Chapel Baptist Church.

Pallbearers Include: Dicky Ledford, Charlie Bird, Dwight Hopkins, Carl & Craig Noble and Paul Barrett, Honorary Pallbearer, James Bauer

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother who was stillborn.

Date & Time of Funeral Services: 11AM, Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Place of Service: Watts Chapel Baptist Church

Minister: Bro. Dan Gutenson and Bro. Tony Shelton

Burial will be in Crab Orchard Cemetery.

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Monday, November 24, 2014 – Barnett-Demrow Funeral Home Notice

EVANS, Craig Stanley

December 31, 1955 – November 23, 2014

SSgt. Craig Evans, 58, passed from this life Sunday, November 23, 2014.  He graduated from Ohio University in 1979 with a bachelor’s degree in business.  Craig was SSgt. In the United States Air Force for 17 ½ years, serving our country as an Electronic Warfare Tech, Stateside as well as Seoul, South Korea, and during Desert Storm in Saudi Arabia.  Craig’s unit was attacked and bombed during the Khobar Towers attack.   Craig was also an employee of Corning Glass in Harrodsburg, KY, for 11 years, as a sheet glass operator.

Craig was preceded in death by his parents, Captain Delmar H. Evans of Winston-Salem, North Carolina and Francis Evans of McClain, Virginia.

Craig was a member of Crosswell Baptist Church Sumter, South Carolina and attended Pilot Baptist Church in Eubank.  He was an avid reader of the Old Testament and enjoyed sharing what he had learned with his family. Craig is survived by his wife, Sarah Ruth Falconberry Evans, whom he married on January 30, 1986; his three children, (son) Johnathan Craig Evans of Lake Charles, Louisiana, (son) Caleb Creed Evans of New Orleans, Louisiana, and (daughter) Katelyn Martha Evans of Eubank.

A Funeral Service will be held 11:00AM Saturday, November 29, 2014 at Pilot Baptist Church in Eubank, with Bro. Aaron D. Hogue officiating the service.  Burial will follow in Cress Cemetery.

The Visitation will be held 5:30PM-9:00PM Friday, November 28, 2014 at Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home, Waynesburg.  A Second Visitation will be held 10AM, until service time, Saturday at the church.

Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home, Waynesburg, is entrusted with Craig’s arrangements.  Guest Book at www.barnettdemrowandfox.com.

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Thursday, November 27, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

EVANS, Lester Clifton

June 23, 1925 – November 25, 2014

Lester Clifton Evans, 89, of Gainesville, FL (formerly of Waynesburg, KY) passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at E.T. York Hospice Care Center in Gainesville, FL. Born June 23, 1925 in Paris, TN to the late Roy and Hattie Mae Wimberly Evans, he was the widower of the late Frances Ione Evans, and a retired employee of Lake Erie Screw, Inc.

Survivors include one daughter: Donna Millott of Palm Springs, FL, four grandchildren: Samantha Boswell (John) of Gainesville, FL, Jason Millott (Kate) of Rolling Oak, VA, Andrew Millott (Rebecca) of Ringold, GA, and Jessica McCarthy (Scott) of Cleveland, OH, seven great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.

[See Obituary File # 88 for Frances Ione Berry Evans]

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Thursday, July 17, 2003 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

FRITH, Ethel Gertrude Ledford

November 09, 1929 – July 16, 2003

Ethel Gertrude Ledford Frith, age 73 of Walnut Street, Crab Orchard, Kentucky, died Wednesday, July 16, 2003 at

her daughter's home in Stanford, Kentucky.

She was the wife of Ray Frith, whom she married December 29, 1951. She was born November 9, 1929 in Lincoln County, Kentucky and was the daughter of the late Brack C. Ledford, Sr. and Etta Irene Ballard Ledford. She previously attended the Dix River Church of Christ.

Ethel was a former employee of Palm Beach. Most of all, she was a loving Wife, Mother, Sister &Grandmother.

Survivors include: her husband of 51 years, Ray Frith, twin daughters, Regina Meece, Ramona (Doug) Snyder, four sons, Gary (Barbara) Ledford, Tommie (Tammy) Frith, Timmie (Martha) Frith, Jeffery (Missy) Frith. Two brothers; Brack Ledford, Jr, Donald Ledford. Eleven grandchildren & 2 step great grandchildren.

Preceded in death by, brother, Harold Ledford; half brother, Roy Ledford , half sister Alene Hendrickson & son-in-law Arthur Meece.

Funeral services will be held 2PM Saturday, July 19, 2003 at McKnght Funeral Chapel , with Bro. Willie Day officiating. Burial will be in Crab Orchard Cemetery.

[See Obituary File # 54 for Ray Frith]

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Monday, November 24, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford

GRIFFIN, Lucille Elizabeth Hale

September 20, 1927 – November 23, 2014

Lucille Elizabeth Griffin, 87, of Stanford, KY passed away Sunday, November 23, 2014 in Danville, KY. Born September 20, 1927 to the late Monte and Alley Wells Hale, she was the widow of the late Elmer Griffin and a member of Fairview Baptist Church.

Survivors include three sons: Jim Rainwater (Mona) of Cleveland, OH, Kenneth Mathews (Edna) of Brandenburg, KY, and Elmer Ray Griffin (Tammy) of Stanford, KY, five daughters: Joan E. Harris (Cooper), Dorothy Revelle both of Stanford, KY, Kimberly Mattingly of Louisville, KY, Karen Lakes (Shelby) of Stanford, KY, and Sondra Jenson of Lancaster, KY, three sisters: Alberta Woods (Louis) of Stanford, KY, Janie Cook, and Virginia Furgeson, fifteen grandchildren, and twenty nine great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by one son: Harold Eugene Griffin, three brothers: James, Robert, and Eugene Hale, three sisters: Roberta Martin, Pat Hale, and Bertha Still.

A graveside service will be held at 2pm Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY with Reverend Harold McClaren officiating. Casket bearers will be: James W. Harris, Jeffery S. Harris, Brian C. Harris, Elmer R. Griffin II, Michael Griffin, Robert Griffin, and Joe Farris. Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford is in charge of the arrangements.

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Friday, December 12, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

GRIFFITH, Clarence Walker

October 11, 1940 – December 10, 2014

Clarence Walker Griffith, 74, of Crab Orchard, KY passed away Wednesday, December 10th at his residence. He was the husband of Linda Seals Griffith whom he married August 21,1965. He was a member of New Hope First Church of God.

Clarence was born in Lexington on October 11, 1940. He was the son of the late Preston and Mayme Gertrude (Curtis) Griffith. He was a former employee of Central Rock Co.

Survivors Include: his wife: Linda Seals Griffith, Two Children: Frances "Tonsey" Cheek, Joey Walker Griffith, Seven Grandchildren: Andrew, Matthew, Casandra, Malinda, Steven, Bryan, and Jordan, Four Great Grandchildren: Corey, Peyton, Kennedy, and Alexis, Brother: Preston Griffith, II, Half Sisters: Debbie Barnes, Judy Manano, Anita Kay Holmes, Karen Hazlett, Half Brother: T. J. Griffith

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, James Preston Griffith, and brothers, Harold Lee, Billy, and Bobby Griffith.

Date & Time of Funeral Services: 1PM, Saturday, December 13, 2014. Place of Service: New Hope First Church of God

Minister: Bro. Robert Rice

Place of Burial: Griffith Family Cemetery

Visitation will be from 11:30 AM on Saturday, December 13 until time of services at 1PM at New Hope First Church of God.

Pallbearers Include: Carl, Joey, & Preston Griffith, II, Scotty & Jake Mullins, and Steve Widau.

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Thursday, October 16, 2014 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home

GOURLEY, Theresa Wyatt Russell

June 29, 1922 – October 16, 2014

Thelma Russell Gourley, 92 of Harrodsburg passed away Thurs., Oct. 16, 2014 at Ephraim McDowell in Danville. Born June 29, 1922 in Ellisburg, she was the daughter of the late Ben and Ollie Qualls Wyatt. She was a member of Harrodsburg United Methodist Church and a Homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husbands: Billy Russell and George Gourley; 1 son: Billy Gene Wyatt and 1 daughter: Stella Ann Carr.

Survivors include 3 sons: Jerry (Barbara) Russell of Danville, Phillip (Angela) Russell of Junction City and Tony Russell of Harrodsburg; 1 daughter: Lora (the late Haskel) Crowe of Hustonville; 12 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren. Services 11 AM, Monday at W.L. Pruitt Funeral Home by Rev. Garland Hawkins.

Burial will be in Hustonville Cemetery. Visitation is 6-9 pm, Sunday.

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Tuesday, October 07, 2014 – Barnett-Demrow- Fox Funeral Home Notice

HANNAH, Clyde D.

August 08, 1932 – October 06, 2014

+ U. S. Navy Veteran

Clyde D. Hannah, age 82, of Elkins Rogers Road in Kings Mountain, passed away Monday, October 6, 2014 at the Christian Care Center of Lancaster.  Born Monday, August 8, 1932 in Casey County, he was the son of the late Roy Russell & Virgie Taylor Hannah.  His loving wife was Vivian Faye Williams Hannah, of Kings Mountain, whom he married December 17, 1953.  Clyde was a farmer, US Navy Veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict, and was a member of Indian Creek Baptist Church.  In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and quilting.

In addition to his wife, Clyde leaves behind one son, Mark Hannah (Janice) of Wilmore; one sister, Mary Helen Singleton of Kings Mountain; three granddaughters, Heather Holder (Tom) of Lexington, Tiffany Vaughn (Ethan) of Georgetown, and Krissie Butler (Mark) of Wilmore; and five great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ottis Clinton Hannah and William Ray Hannah; two infant brothers; two sisters, Lucy McMullin and Charlotte McQueen; and one infant sister.

A Funeral Service will be held 11:00AM Thursday, October 9, 2014 at Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home with Bro. Allen Roberts officiating the service.  Burial will follow in Double Springs Cemetery.

The Visitation will be held 5-8PM Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at the funeral home.

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Monday, November 24, 2014 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

HARGIS, Anthony Wayne

December 16, 1977 – November 24, 2014

Anthony Wayne “Andy” Hargis, 36, of Clinton County, formerly of Hustonville passed away Monday Nov. 24, 2014 at home. Born Dec. 16, 1977 in Casey Co., he was the son of Roy and Ann Burton Hargis. He was a farmer.

In addition to his parents he is survived by his sister, Jane (Louie) Neal of Hustonville; 3 stepchildren: Sam, Maggie and Lou Conner all of Albany; 4 step-grandchildren: Mackenzie, Ethan, Danielle and Caylee Grace Conner; and nieces and nephews: Danicka, Carter, and Ethan Neal. Funeral services will be held at 2 PM, Sunday at W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home by Rev. Don Burton with burial in the Hustonville Cemetery. Visitation is 5 – 9 pm on Saturday.

Pallbearers will be William Adams, Danny Burton, Dustin Gonyer, Louie Neal, Nathan Neathery and Harvey Southerland.

 

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Monday, December 08, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

HARRIS, Shirley A. Murray

November 01, 1932 – December 07, 2014

Shirley Ann Harris, 82 of Crab Orchard, passed away Sunday, December 7th, at the Rockcastle Hospital in Mt. Vernon. Shirley was born in Milwaukee, WI on November 1, 1932 to the late Hill and Virginia (Gilbert) Murray. She was the widow of Millard Harris who preceded her in death on April 19, 2003. Shirley was a former employee of the Crab Orchard Elementary and Settles Drug Store. She was also a former City Clerk for the City of Crab Orchard.

Survivors Include; Daughter, Kimberly Ann & Husband Randy Adams of Crab Orchard, her, Brother, Neal Murray of Colorado

3 Grandchildren: Alisha Brooke Oswald, Cameron Allen Harris & Kaitlin Ann Adams, 4 Great Grandchildren: Ally, Taylor, Emily & Abby

Special Friend, Lisa Adams

In addition to her parents and husband, Shirley was preceded in death by a Son, Randy Harris and 3 Sisters, Delores Best, Judy Ledbetter & Jean Ledbetter.

Burial will be at Crab Orchard Cemetery, and a Memorial Services will be held at a later date.0

[Millard Allen Harris obituary in File # 12 & 15]

 

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Saturday, October 11, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

HERRING, James Robert

April 17, 1934 – October 11, 2014

Leslie & Cora James Robert Herring, 80, of Danville, KY passed away Saturday, October 11th, at the Ephraim McDowell Hospital. He was the husband of Sandra Gale (Smith) Herring whom he married on June 25, 1982 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Bob was born in Danville, KY on April 17, 1934 to the late Thomas Elizabeth (Streeval) Herring. He was a veteran of the United States Army.

Survivors Include; his wife of 32 years, Gale Herring of Danville, Daughter, Kimberly Dawn Herring of Danville. Several Nieces, Nephews & Friends also survive

In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by a Brother, Raymond Maxwell Herring and two Sisters, Artie Hurt & Geneva Hogue.

Services: 12 Noon, Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at McKnight Funeral Home

Officiating: Bro. Isaiah Super

Interment: Corner Cemetery in Dogwalk

Visitation after 11 am, Wednesday until funeral time on Wednesday at McKnight Funeral Home

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Saturday, November 22, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford

HILL, T. J. "Jeff"

October 03, 1959 – November 20, 2014

+ U. S. Army Veteran

T.J. "Jeff" Hill, 55, of Stanford, KY died Thursday, November 20, 2014, at his home.

He was born October 3, 1959 in Stanford, KY to Nancy Ann Miller Hill and the late T.J. Hill III. He was the widower of Cindy Snow Hill.

T.J. was a lifelong member of the New Beginnings United Methodist Church as well as a current member of the church's board of trustees. He was a graduate of Lincoln County High School and Texas A&M University. At the time of his death, he was a Member of the Lincoln Masonic Lodge #60, member of the Lexington Consistory Scottish Rite, Chairman of the Lincoln County Democratic Party, chairman for the Stanford E.M.S. board of directors, treasurer and board member of the Foundation for the Historical McCormack Meeting House, Incorporated. T.J. was an army veteran; leaving the service with the rank of Captain. He was a member of the Caswell Saufley Post#18 American Legion, he was past Master of the Lincoln Masonic Lodge #60, past president of the Stanford Rotary and he was a former U.S. Deputy Marshall.

On November 4, 2014, T.J. was elected Mayor of Stanford. He would have taken office on January 1, 2015.

Survivors include his son, Thomas Hill V; his mother, Nancy Miller Hill; his sister Carol Hill, all of Stanford, KY; his mother-in-law, Deanie Snow of Kings Mountain, KY; a sister-in-law, Sandra Snow Kline (James) of Lancaster, KY; a maternal Uncle, Jim Ed Miller of Pecos, TX; a maternal Aunt, Carol Jean Kelley (Bill) of Dallas, TX; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be Tuesday, November 25, 2014, from 4:30pm to 9pm and Wednesday, November 26, 2014, from 10am to time of funeral service of 1pm at the Stuart Underwood Auditorium, Lincoln County High School, 60 Education Way, Stanford, KY. A police honor guard will be present during visitation hours. Reverends David Gambrel, Jay Mumper and Jeff Bramel will be officiating the service. Masonic rites will be given at 8pm Tuesday during visitation hours. Burial will be in Buffalo Springs Cemetery, Caswell Saufley Post #18 American Legion will present Military Honors at the cemetery.

Casketbearers will be John Hackley, Charles Samuel Gilliland, Billy Hastie, J.P. Jones, Wade Watts, Michael Clem and Tyler McGuffey. Honorary pallbearers will be the Officers of the Stanford Police Department and the Stanford E.M.S. Staff.

Spurlin Funeral Home Stanford is in charge of Arrangements.

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Thursday, October 2, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

HOOD, John

September 10, 1927 – October 01, 2014

John Hood, 87 of Crab Orchard, KY passed away Wednesday, October 1st, at Ephraim McDowell Hospital in Danville . John was the husband of Anna Mae (Brown) Hood whom he married on January 7, 1949. John was born in Pulaski County , Kentucky on September 10, 1927. He was the son of the late Henry and Alta Mae (Bullock) Hood. John had formerly worked for Sterns & Foster in Ohio and was a member of the Deer Park Baptist Church in Cincinnati .

Survivors Include his loving wife of 65 years, Anna Mae Hood of Crab Orchard; Daughter, Phyllis Jane & Husband Roger Whiles of Chantilly, VA; Son, Ernie Ray Hood of Crab Orchard; Daughter, Cathy & Husband Les Jones of Crab Orchard; Son, Kevin Hood & Wife Carla and Son, Ron Hood & Wife Ericka both of Cincinnati ; Sister, Zelma Barker of Stanford; Brother, Shelby Hood of Cincinnati ; Sister, Bethalen Slusher of Louisville ; 8 Grandchildren: Tim Whiles, Kimberly Ballestracci, Heather & Patrick Jones, Angel Smith, Kristian Sims, J.T. & Sydney Hood; and 5 Great Grandchildren

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by A Son, John Allen Hood; Brothers, Ed and Jesse Hood and a Sister, Jean Toadvine.

Funeral Services 3 PM, Saturday, October 4, 2014 at McKnight Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Darrell Horsley.

Burial will follow at the Bethel Church of Christ Cemetery .

Visitation will be after 1 Pm, Saturday until funeral time at McKnight Funeral Home

Pallbearers Include: Tim Whiles, Patrick Jones, J.T. Hood, Kevin & Ron Hood & Chris Ballestracci.

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Monday, December 08, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

HOWSON, Jerry Dale "Jaro"

 November 23, 1945 – December 08, 2014

Jerry Dale "Jaro" Howson, 69, of Stanford, KY passed away Monday, December 8, 2014 at home. Born November 23, 1945 in Junction City, KY to the late Clinton and Ethel Shelton Howson, he was a mechanic for most of his life. He loved riding motorcycles and loved spending time with his family. He also attended Immanuel Baptist Church.

Survivors include his fiancι: Brenda Coleman of Stanford, KY, one daughter: Cindy Farmer (Johnny) of Nicholasville, KY, two step-sons: Danny Smith (Barbara) of Stanford, KY, and Wesley Smith of Hustonville, KY, two brothers: Billy Howson (Doris) of Shepherdsville, KY, and Jack Howson (Sue) of Henryville, IN, one sister: Betty Yates (Lewis) of Danville, KY, fifteen grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Thursday, December 11, 2014 from 5-9pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Funeral service will be at the funeral home Friday, December 12, 2014 at 3pm with Reverend Buford Edwards II officiating.

Burial will follow at Berry Hollow Cemetery in Stanford, KY. Casket bearers will be: Johnny Farmer, Danny Smith, Wesley Smith, David Farmer, Karl Poynter, and Charlie Dunn. Honorary bearers are: Karl Poynter Jr. and Charlie Brown.

 

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Saturday, December 06 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

LONG, Shirley R. Cloyd

September 18, 1937 – December 05, 2014

Shirley R. Long , 77, of Danville, KY passed away Friday, December 05, 2014 at home. Born September 18, 1937 in Danville, KY to the late William and Madge Baker Cloyd, she was the widow of the late Harold Long. She was a homemaker for most of her life and was a member of Lancaster Church of the Nazarene.

Survivors include two sons: Michael Long (Pam) of Lexington, KY, and James Long (Tim Boldrick) of Danville, KY, two daughters: Pamela Long Vanhook (Eugene) of Danville, KY, and Angela Long Berry (Wayne) of Stanford, KY, one brother: Edward Cloyd (Mary) of Harrodsburg, KY, one sister: Bette Cloyd of Danville, KY, five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband she was preceded in death by two grandchildren: Summer Michelle Long and Shawn Bastin, and one brother: Robert Cloyd.

Visitation will be Monday, December 8, 2014 from 5-9pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Funeral service will be 2pm Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at the funeral home with Reverend Lewis Walters officiating. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY.

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Wednesday, November, 26, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

MARTIN, Bobby Wayne

December 24, 1953 – November 26, 2014

Bobby Wayne Martin, 60 of Broughtontown passed away Wednesday morning, November 26, 2014 at Fort Logan Hospital. Bobby was the husband of Linda "Bo" Martin whom he married November 5, 1983. He was a member of the baptist faith. He was born December 24, 1953. He was the son of the late Virgil and Elva McClure Martin. He was retired from the U.S. Postal service where he was a mail carrier for 28 years.

Survivors Include: his wife, Linda "Bo" Martin, three Step sons: Jeff Blevins and Special Friend, Pam Stephens, Rodney and Wife Tina Blevins, Robbie Blevins and Fiance, Lynda Branham, four Grandchildren: Carla, Justin, Austin & Lucy, three Great Grandchildren, Heather: Dalton & Kylie. four Sisters:  Sue & Husband Denver Mitchell, Phyllis & Husband Glenn Howard,  Janet & Husband Kenneth Taylor, Donna & Husband Billy Joe Brown. A host of nieces, nephews & cousins also survive.

In Addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by, One Grandson, Eric F. Blevins,  brother, Lonnie Martin, a nephew, Lee Martin

Funeral Date & Time: 2PM, Saturday , November 29, 2014, at  McKnight Funeral Home Chapel

Minister: Bro. Vola Brown

Place of Burial: Simpson Cemetery

Visitation will be from 4-9PM on Friday, November 28, 2014 at McKnight Funeral Home.

Pallbearers Include: Jeff, Rodney & Robbie Blevins, Shawn Brown, Randall Martin & Rodney Mitchell.

 

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Monday, October 13, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice, Stanford

MARTIN, Wayne "Creech"

June 21, 1958 – October 12, 2014

Wayne "Creech" Martin, 56, of Hustonville, KY passed away Sunday, October 12, 2014 at home. Born June 21, 1958 in South Fork, KY to the late Bertrum and Ethelene Sims Martin, he was an employee of Tarter Gate Inc., and a member of New Salem Baptist Church.

Survivors include one sister: Pauline Roy (James) of Hustonville, KY, one brother: Estill Martin (Linda) of Danville, KY, five nieces, six great-nieces, and three great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A one day service has been scheduled for Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Visitation will be from 11am-1pm with funeral service beginning at 1pm. Reverend Brad King will officiate the service and burial will follow at New Salem Cemetery in New Salem, KY. Casket bearers are: Joseph Stanley, Bobby Brown, Bruce Luster, Billy Joe Luster, James Watson, and Jeff Akers.

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Saturday, November 22, 2014- Barnett-Demrow Funeral Home Notice

MEADE, Emma Wells

February 07, 1933 – November 22, 2014

Emma Wells Meade, age 81, of Choctaw Trail in Stanford, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Ephraim McDowell Fort Logan Hospital in Stanford.   Born Tuesday, February 7, 1933 in Smilax (Leslie County), Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Jason & Annie Vanover Wells.  She was the widow of the late James E. “Ed” Meade, who preceded her in death June 16, 2013.  Emma was a devoted homemaker and mother.  She was a member of Parlor Grove Baptist Church and member of Order of Eastern Star.  She loved to cook and loved flowers.

Emma leaves behind two sons, Donald R. Meade (Gina) of Moreland and Ronald L. Meade of Somerset; two daughters, Sharon S. Meade McWhorter (Kim) of Hustonville and Debora A. Meade Lasure (Jeff) of Stanford; two brothers, Homer Wells (Evelyn) of Huntington, Indiana and James Wells (Lois) of Smilax, Kentucky; three sisters, Melda Fields of Lebanon, Indiana, Lela Howard of Oliver Springs, Tennessee, and Lillian Downey (George) of Kenansville, Florida; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and her special K9 companion, Abby.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Haley Michelle Lasure; three brothers, Archie Wells; Hershell Wells (infant) and Earl Wells (infant); and four sisters, Georgie Eversole, Rosa Lee Depoy, Grace Wells (infant), and Pearl Wells (infant).

A Funeral Service will be held 11:00AM Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Lockard officiating the service.  Burial will follow in Parlor Grove Cemetery.

The Visitation will be held 5-9PM Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at the funeral home.  An Eastern Star Service will begin at 8:00PM.

[See Obituary File # 99 for James Ed Meade]

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Tuesday, October 07, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

MIRACLE, Marcia Margaret

November 23, 1941 – October 06, 2014

Marcia Margaret Miracle, 72, of Richmond, KY formerly of Crab Orchard passed away Monday, October 6th at her home. Marcia was born on November 23, 1941. She was the daughter of the late Elisha Green Miracle and Dolly Emma (Johnson) Miracle. She was a former employee of Cowdens Manufacturing and a member of the Crab Orchard Baptist Church.

Survivors Include: 3 Daughters,Janet Murphy of Richmond, KY, Brenda & Her Husband Randy Frye of Sevierville TN, Molly Mullins of Harrodsburg, a sister, Dessie May Tims of Bowling Green, brothers; Lloyd Miracle of Lincoln County, Gilbert Miracle of Cleveland, TN, and David Miracle of Crab Orchard. Six Grandchildren: JR. Shelton, Valerie Anderson-Whitaker, Robert "B.J." Turpin, John Thomas Rector, Shawn Elisha Rector & Kari Frye,  Eleven Great Grandchildren: Lyvia Shelton, Kaytra & Kaden Anderson, Dakota Spanky, Dylan Allen, Kelsey, Wyatt, Tina, Colton, Westin & Alistin Rector

In addition to her parents, Marcia was preceded in death by a Daughter, Tina Louise Mullins; Grandson, Jonathon Murphy; Brothers, Milton, Johnny, J.C., Bobby & Marion; Sister, Esther Abrams; Former Husbands, Jim Roach & James Hiatt

Pallbearers Include: Timmy Miracle, Tommy Robinson, John Thomas Rector, Shawn Rector, J.R. Anderson & Joe Reardon

Honorary Pallbearers Include: Robert "B.J." Turpin & J.R. Shelton

Service Date & Time: 3 PM, Saturday, October 11, 2014

Place of Service: McKnight Funeral Home Chapel

Officiating: Bro. Robert Camenisch. Place of Burial: Crab Orchard Cemetery

Visitation will be after 11 am, Saturday, October 11, 2014 at McKnight Funeral Home

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Thursday, October 30, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

MOBERLY, Jessica Rae Smith

October 06 1980 – October 30 2014

Jessica Rae (Smith) Moberly, 34 of Crab Orchard, passed away Thursday, October 30, 2014 after sustaining injuries from an automobile accident. She was born October 6, 1980 in Danville to David & Emma (Leigh) Smith. Jessica was the wife of Bryan Matthew Moberly whom she married on September 10, 2005. She was an employee of Redi Mart and was a lifelong member of the Crab Orchard Baptist Church. Jessica was a loving and devoted wife, mother & daughter.

Survivors Include: her husband of nine years, Bryan Matthew Moberly, Parents, David & Emma Smith, daughters; Tate Aleigha Newcomb, Ava Reese Moberly, a son, Hance Moberly, sisters; Jeana & Husband Adam Hopkins, Kelli & Husband Scott Lawson , her Mother-In-Law, Lela White Moberly, Father-In-Law, Darrell Moberly,  Sister-In-Law, Sara & Husband Tim Sizemore, Nephew, John Mason  & Nieces, Baleigh, Aubrey & Sadie , a host of Aunts, Uncles & Cousins also survive.

Active Pallbearers Include: Denny and Jason Smith, Brandon and Bradley Brown, Terry Dyehouse and Brad Carrier.

Honorary Pallbearers Include: Bill & Scott Shelton, Robin White, Bill Tucker, Lonnie Pruitt & Eddie Smith

Funeral Services: 1:00 PM, Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Place of Service: Crab Orchard Baptist Church

Officiating: Bro. Isaiah Super

Place of Burial: Crab Orchard Cemetery

Visitation will be after 1:30 PM, on Monday, November 3, 2014 at the Crab Orchard Baptist Church.

McKnight Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Monday, October 06, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

NAPIER, Nancy Wilder

July 18, 1918 – October 06, 2014

Nancy Napier, 96, of Stanford, KY passed from this life October 6, 2014 at Golden Living Center in Stanford, KY. She was born in Lincoln County, KY on July 18, 1918. She was the daughter of the late Jim Henry and Dora Wilder.

She was employed as a sales clerk for Dime Co Variety, Western Auto, and Stanford Fruit Market. She loved singing, dancing, and U.K. Basketball.

Survivors are two daughters: Velma Bastin of Ozark, AL, and Audrey (James David) Plummer of Stanford, KY, five grandchildren: Redena (Al) Ladesic, David (Joyce) Bastin, Mark (Linda) Yocum, Michael (Mary Jane) Yocum, and Kevin Yocum, several great-grandchildren, and several great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 67 years: Ronal Napier, one grandson: Ronal Ray Bastin, and eleven brothers and sisters.

Visitation will be Thursday, October 9, 2014 from 6-8pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Funeral service will be 11am Friday, October 10, 2014 with Reverend Johnny Thompson and Mark Yocum officiating. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY. Casket bearers are: Mark Yocum, Michael Yocum, Kevin Yocum, David Bastin, Gary Napier, Bill Napier, and Aaron Yocum. Honorary bearers will be: Deva & Earl Harris, and Paul Napier.

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Thursday, October 09, 2014 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

QUALLS, Shelby J. Montgomery

July 26, 1942 – October 09, 2014

Shelby Jean Montgomery Qualls, 72 of Danville, formerly of Hustonville passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2014. Born July 26, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Irvin and Cora May Hafley Montgomery. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Qualls. She is survived by a son, Troy Qualls of Danville; two daughters: Tammy Patterson of Danville and Michelle (Terry) Wilcher of McKinney; two sisters: Helen Griffin and Ruby Vaught, both of Hustonville; and five grandchildren: Michael, Austin, Kyle, Terri Ann and Silas.

Services will be at 11 am, Saturday at W.L Pruitt Funeral Home by Rev. Marvin Hatton with burial in Hustonville Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Michael Wilcher, Terri Ann Wilcher,, Terry Wilcher, Austin Terry, Kyle Patterson and Ron Dotson. Honorary pallbearers are Silas Lee, Dr. Dan Moran and Dr. Thomas Baeker.

Visitation is 5-9 pm Friday night. [email protected].

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Saturday, October 18, 2014 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

RATLIFF, Michael David

January 09, 1964 – October 17, 2014

Michael David Ratliff, 50 of Stanford passed away Fri., Oct. 17, 2014 at Home in Stanford. Born Jan. 9, 1964 in Danville, he was the son of the late Elmer Ratliff and Mary L. Ratliff of Falmouth. He was preceded in death by 1 brother, Bert Bowling, Jr.

In addition to his mother he is survived by 1 son: Kory (Leeann Harris) Ratliff and 1 daughter: Shauna (Ricky Patterson) Ratliff Steagall both of Stanford; 2 brothers: Larry Ratliff of Cincinnati and Wayne Ratliff of Batavia, OH; 1 sister Paula Wilder of Falmouth and 7 grandchildren: Madison, Riley, Tre’, Libby, Kelbi, Bella, and Lilly.

 Services 2 PM, Tuesday at W.L. Pruitt Funeral Home with burial in Moreland Cemetery. Visitation is after 11 am Tuesday.

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Thursday, November 27, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

REICHENBACH, Judy "JuJu" Clark

May 31, 1941 – November 25, 2014

Judy "JuJu" Reichenbach, 73, of Stanford, KY passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at home. Born May 31, 1941 in Lancaster, KY to the late Stanley and Betty Jo Hammonds Clark, she was a homemaker and loved her family and friends. She was a member of Lincoln County Homemakers and enjoyed working as a 4H Leader. She was also a member of Stanford Christian Church.

Survivors include her husband of 52 years: Roy Lee Reichenbach of Stanford, KY, one daughter: Charlotte Kirkpatrick and her husband Tommy of Stanford, KY, one grandson: Chase Kirkpatrick of Georgetown, KY, one granddaughter: Leanne Kirkpatrick of Stanford, KY, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers: Curtis Wayne Clark and David Clark.

Visitation will be Friday, November 28, 2014 from 5-8pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2014 at 2pm at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY. Reverend Mark Thompson will be officiating.

Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery and casket bearers will be: Dr. Rod Bates, David Campbell, Dan Grigson, Shea Lair, Arthur Beady Muncy, Alford Harris Pence, Steve Howerton, and Daryl Day. Honorary bearers are her nieces and nephews.

 

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Monday, November 11, 2014 – Barnett-Demrow Funeral Home

RIMER, Westley

November 09, 1947 – November 15, 2014

Westley Rimer, age 67, of Cherry Hill Road in Waynesburg, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2014 at his residence.  Born Sunday, November 9, 1947, in Denver, Colorado, he was the son of the late Arnold Oliver & Lenora Fleming Rimer.  His loving wife is Laura Mae Sims Rimer of Waynesburg, whom he married July 14, 2005.  Westley worked and retired in Law Enforcement as a Border Patrol Officer.  In his spare time, he loved to fish and to build things.

In addition to his wife, Westley leaves behind three daughters, Kristen Hall (Chris) of Caledonia, Mississippi, Amanda Rimer (Anthony Delgado) of El Paso, Texas, and Laura Mae Ortega (Danny) of San Antonio, Texas; one step-son, Danny Rowe (Tracy) of Highland; one step-daughter, Brandy Correll (Richard) of Kings Mountain; one brother, David Rimer (Judy) of Fort Collins, Colorado; eight grandchildren, Christina Vasquez, Evan Hall, Savannah Ortega, Ariella Ortega, Alyssa Juarez, Jadelyn Delgado, Heaven Delgado, and A.J. Delgado; and five step-grandchildren, Ciera Rowe, Judea Correll, Tristan Hess, Laythum Rowe, and Jaelyn Rowe.

Cremation Rites have been honored.  A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home, Waynesburg, is entrusted with Westley’s arrangements.  Guest Book at www.barnettdemrowandfox.com.

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Saturday, November 01, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice, Stanford

ROY, James "Delano"

February 20, 1949 – October 31, 2014

James "Delano" Roy, 65, of Hustonville, KY passed away Friday, October 31, 2014 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center. Born February 20, 1949 in Liberty, KY, he was the son of the late Truman and Christine McQueary Roy. He was a former employee of Green River Gate Company and a member of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include his wife of 40 years: Pauline Roy of Hustonville, KY, three daughters: Lordana Watson (James) of Junction City, KY, Jamie Akers (Jeff) of Hustonville, KY, and Patricia Crocket, one brother: Darrell Roy, two sisters: Alma Luttrell and Carol Stubbs, five grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother: Roger Roy.

A one day service has been scheduled for Monday, November 3, 2014 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Visitation will be from 11am-1pm with funeral service beginning at 1pm with Reverend Brad King officiating. Burial will follow at New Salem Cemetery in New Salem, KY.

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Saturday, December 06, 2014 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

SHEENE, Carrie E. Wall

November 07, 1928 – December 06, 2014

Carrie Elizabeth Wall Sheene, 86 of Moreland passed on Saturday, December 6, 2014. Born November 7, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Noel and Viola Neal Peck Wall. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse and a member of Westside Community United Methodist Church.

She is survived by her husband of 68 years and 6 months, Ralph Eugene Sheene; son, William E. (Pam) Sheene of Junction City; daughters: Freida Myers of Danville and Judy (Wayne) Russell of Moreland; brother, Albert (Charlotte) Wall of Frankfort and sister, Joyce Austin of CA; 10 grandchildren: Renee Roberts, Vanessa Litster, Daniel Myers, Andrew Myers, April McFalls, Joseph Russell, Candice Keltner, John Henry Russell, Scott Sheene and David Sheene; and 16 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Danny Lee.

Services will be at 11 am, Thursday at Westside Community UMC by Rev. Ken Hughes with burial in Moreland Cemetery. Pallbearers are grandsons and honorary pallbearers are Travis McFalls and Jason Keltner. Visitation is 6-9 pm, Wednesday at Westside Community UMC.

 

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Tuesday, December 16, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

SMITH, Adam Christopher

May 17, 1982 – December 16, 2014

Adam Christopher Smith, 32, of Waynesburg, KY passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2014. He was born May 17, 1982 in Danville, KY. He was also a member of Locust Grove Baptist Church.

Survivors include his father: Jack W. Smith of Science Hill, KY, his mother: Ann Belcher (Mike) of Waynesburg, KY, his maternal grandmother: Mildred Kirby, and his uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather: Ruben Collins, his paternal grandparents: Grover and Dorothy Nelson Smith, and his uncle: Grover "Gizzie" Smith.

Visitation will be Thursday, December 18, 2014 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford from 5-9pm. Funeral service will be 11am Friday, December 19, 2014 at the funeral home with Reverend Junior Seward officiating. Burial will follow at K.P. Hall Cemetery in Waynesburg, KY.

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Wednesday, December 10, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

SMITH, Loretta Blanton

June 22, 1944 – December 10, 2014

Loretta Blanton Smith, 70, of Stanford, KY passed away Wednesday, December 10th at University of Kentucky Hospital. She was the wife of Floyd Lester Smith whom she married August 3, 1962. She was a member of Parksville Baptist Church.

Loretta was born in Crab Orchard on June 22, 1944. She was the daughter of the late John C. and Elsie (Chadwell) Blanton. She was a very loving wife, mother and mamaw.

Survivors Include: her husband: Floyd Lester Smith, Children: Floyd C. Smith and Partner Sandi Benge. Keith E. & Wife Connie Smith, Bruce E. & Wife Missy SmithClinton D. & Wife Susan A. Smith. 17 Grandchildren and 12 Great Grandchildren. Two Sisters: Floria & Husband Levi Messer, Sharon & Husband Darrell Clausen.Three Brothers: Eugene & Wife Thelma Blanton, Jim & Wife Nelva Blanton, Farrell & Wife Sandy Blanton and several Nieces & Nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Gloria Jean Rogers, and a brother, John Blanton, Jr.

Date & Time of Funeral Services: 2PM, Sunday, December 14, 2014.

Place of Service: Parksville Baptist Church

Ministers: Bro. Dan Gutenson and Bro. Johnny Thompson

Place of Burial: Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4:30 until 9:00 PM on Saturday, December 13 at McKnight Funeral Home

and on Sunday, December 14 from 1:00 PM until time of service at Parksville Baptist Church.

Pallbearers Include: Keith, Clinton, Hagen, Jacob, and Christopher Smith, Andre Brooks, John Collins, Shannon Miracle, Jason Brown, and Rusty Benge.

 

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Saturday, November 08, 2014 – Barnett-Demrow-Fox Funeral Home Notice

SPEARS, Becky Mae Demrow

April 10 1955 – November 08, 2014

Becky Mae Demrow Spears, age 59, of Kentucky Avenue in Danville, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2014 at her residence.  Born Sunday, April 10, 1955 in Janesville, Wisconsin, she was the daughter of the late Amil Jake Demrow and the late Mary B. Peek Demrow.  Becky worked as a Secretary for Danville Pediatrics, for many years.  She was a member of Ellisburg Baptist Church and loved to cross stitch and loved to attend yard sales and auctions, in her spare time.

Becky leaves behind one son, Donnie Spears of Danville; two brothers, Butch Demrow (Virginia) of Fort Collins, Colorado and Bill Demrow (Debbie) of Waynesburg; and one sister, Betty Grimes (Bill) of Stanford.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Bobbie Sue Benton and Bonnie Demrow Elliott.

A Funeral Service will be held 2:00PM Monday, November 10, 2014 at Fox Funeral Home with Bro. Brad King officiating the service.  Burial will follow in Buffalo Springs Cemetery.

The Visitation will be held 11AM until service time Monday at the funeral home. Fox Funeral Home, Stanford, is entrusted with Becky’s arrangements.

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Saturday, December 13, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

TILLETT, Michael  Bruce

November 29, 1958 – December 12, 2014

Michael "Mike" Bruce Tillett, 56, of Stanford, KY passed away Friday, December 12, 2014 at UK Chandler Medical Center in Lexington, KY. He was born November 29, 1958 in Stanford, KY. He graduated from Lincoln County High School in 1976, was a certified road master for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, but his passion was farming.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 34 years: Trudy Pennington Tillett of Stanford, KY, he was the proud father of one son: Michael K. Tillett (Brittiany) of Stanford, KY, and two daughters: Jamie Taylor of Stanford, KY, and Nikki Webb (David) of North Dakota, his mother: Virda Napier Hendry (Dormon) of Stanford, KY, his father: Ronald Tillett of Stanford, KY, his dad: Jim Floyd of Yosemite, KY, three brothers: Tony "Doug" Tillett (Marilyn) of Stanford, KY, Rick Tillett (Ranell) of Stanford, KY, Darrell Floyd (Christel) of Richmond, KY, nine grandchildren: Brody, Carson, Cody, Aidan, Noah, Peyton, Kyleigh, Brantley, and Whitlea, and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Sunday, December 14, 2014 from 5-9pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Funeral service will be at the funeral home on Monday, December 15, 2014 at 2pm with Brother Stewart Dawson officiating. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY. Casket bearers are: Boyd "Junior" Coleman, Tim Pennington, Pete Hendry, Chris Berry, Woods Adams, Zach Taylor, and David Strong. Honorary bearers will be: the Lincoln County State Highway Department and Dr. Brian Ellis.

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Monday, December 08, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

WESLEY, Charlotte A. Carmicle

March 07, 1962 – December 07, 2014

Charlotte Ann Wesley, 52, of Hustonville, KY passed away Sunday, December 07, 2014 at home. Born March 7, 1962 in Liberty, KY she was the daughter of the late Billy and Betty Jean Patterson Carmicle and was a homemaker for most of her life. She was also a member of Locust Grove Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband of 18 years: Wayne Wesley of Hustonville, KY, one son: Robbie L. Cochran of Kings Mountain, KY, two daughters: Ivory Denise Cochran (Aaron Coulter) of Stanford, KY, and Cassie Robertson (Jeffrey Adams) of Junction City, KY, one brother: Billy Joe Carmicle of Kings Mountain, KY, one half-brother: Billy Bob Carmicle of Lancaster, KY, one half-sister: Sherry Carmicle of Stanford, KY, four grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one grandson: Jeffrey Adams III, one sister: Danielle Robertson, and one brother: James Carmicle.

Visitation will be Tuesday, December 9, 2014 from 5-9pm at Locust Grove Baptist Church in Kings Mountain, KY. Funeral service will be 2pm Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at the church with Brothers David Terwilliger and Keith Bowing officiating. Burial will follow at Greenbriar Cemetery in Kings Mountain, KY. Casket bearers will be James Coy, Dallas Mandabach, Logan Mandabach, Dustin Wesley, Cory Wesley, Jeffrey Adams, and Robbie Cochran.

 

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Monday, October 13, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

WHEELER, Curtis H.

January 10, 1946 – October 12, 2014

Curtis H. Wheeler, 68, of Stanford, KY passed away Sunday, October 12, 2014 at Christian Care Center in Lancaster, KY. He was born January 10, 1946 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Earl and Alma Gerkey Wheeler. He was the widower of the late Terri Wheeler.

Survivors include six siblings: Larry, William, Charles, Marlyn, Mary, and Thresa, several nieces and nephews, a special lady: Mabel, and a special thanks to Keith and Barbara Young for their faithfulness in his love and care. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by one sister: Artie Godbey and one brother: Chester Wheeler.

A one day service has been scheduled for Thursday, October 16, 2014 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Visitation will be from 12pm-2pm with funeral service beginning at 2pm. Reverends Hobert Byrd and Tom King will officiate the service. Burial will follow at Mount Moriah Cemetery in Highland, KY.

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Thursday, October 09, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

WILKINSON, Glenwood

February 14, 1934 – October 09, 2014

Glenwood Wilkinson was born February, 14, 1934 in Casey County (Indian Creek). On Thursday, October 9, 2014 God saw fit to call him from our midst at the age of 80.

He accepted Christ at an early age at Pine Lick Baptist Church, Mount Salem, Kentucky. He worked at various jobs in his life and his favorite being driving "Big Rigs". This job he retired from (Smith Transfer) after driving many years.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving, faithful, and patient wife: Lovester Simpson Wilkinson, three sons: Jerry (Rosalyn), Stephone (Carol), and Garry (Julie), four daughters: Patricia Welch, Debra Owsley, Darlene (Troy) Warner, all of Stanford, KY, and Glenda (Ray) Granville, of Lexington, KY. He also leaves behind a brother: Sherman (Bettie) Wilkinson of Georgetown, KY, three sisters: Naomi Barnes and Doris Jean Anderson both of Lexington, KY, and Lillie Mae Miller of Stanford, KY, nineteen grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Silas & Christine Wilkinson, two sisters: Mary Elizabeth Alcorn, and Linda Lou Ross, and one son: Curtis Lee Young.

Visitation will be Sunday, October 12, 2014 from 5-8pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Funeral service will be held at the funeral home at 12pm Monday, October 13, 2014 with Elder Jerry Wilkinson and Reverend Dennis Miller officiating. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY.

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Monday, October 27, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice, Stanford

WILSON, Willie

April 28, 1960 -  October 26, 2014

Willie Wilson, 54, of Hustonville, KY passed away Sunday, October 26, 2014. Born April 28, 1960 in Irvin, KY to the late Ivan and Geraldine Lutes Wilson, he worked as a factory worker and farmer for most of his life. He was a member of the Pentecostal Faith and enjoyed riding his motorcycle and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his wife of 29 years: Anita Wilson of Hustonville, KY, two step-sons: Brent Campbell (Amanda) of Cumberland, RI, and Darren Campbell (Kisha) of Stanford, KY, four sisters: Joann Richardson of Irvin, KY, Patricia Hurley of Jackson, KY, Darlene Ballard of Stanton, KY, and Loretta Mackey (Jerry) of Irvin, KY, five grandchildren, and a host of extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother: Lonnie Wilson.

Visitation will be Thursday, October 30, 2014 from 5-9pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford. Funeral service will be 2pm Friday, October 31, 2014 at the funeral home with Reverend Bill Ross officiating. Burial will follow at New Salem Cemetery in New Salem, KY.

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Friday, November 07, 2014 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

WITHERS, Peggie J. Rice

January 01, 1925 – November 07, 2014

Peggie Jane Withers, 89 of Stanford, Kentucky died Friday, Nov. 7th at her home. She was born Jan. 1, 1925 in Crab Orchard, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Phillip and Eva Hendrickson Rice. She was a member of Crab Orchard Church of God. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and homemaker.

Survivors Include: Nine children: Barbara Wilson, Jerry & wife Maria Hilton, Vivian Denney, Charlotte & husband John Spears, Darrell & wife Cyndi Hilton, Randy & wife Cathy Hilton, Timothy & wife Lisa Withers, Mark Withers and Sherry Wison, 35 Grandchildren, 57 Great Grandchildren and 3 Great Great Grandchildren

Four Sisters: Verdie Hilton, Mary & husband Clyde VanHook, Loreatha & husband Jim Napier, Joyce & husband Jackie Helton, Eugene & wife Zelma Rice, Jasper & wife Mary Rice and Franklin O. Rice

Preceded in Death by: Parents, Phillip & Eva Hendrickson Rice, a daughter, Linda Arlene Withers, her brother, William Rice, Sisters, Elizabeth Bullins & Isabelle Upchurch, and a half-sister, Virgie Buckner.

Funeral Date & Time: 1PM, Monday, November 10th, 2014

Place of services: Crab Orchard Church of God, with Minister: Bro. Ian Withers, officiating.

Place of Burial: Ephesus Baptist Church Cemetery

Visitation will be 4:30 - 9:00PM on Sunday, Nov. 9th at Crab Orchard Church of God

Pallbearers Include: Isaac & Chris Hilton, Charlie Denney, Matt & Josh Withers, David Spears

Honorary Pallbearers: Nathaniel, Jeremy & Jacob Withers, John Joseph Spears, & Zachary Hilton.

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