Obituaries – Section 112

ATKINS

ATKINS, Charline Relford March 13, 1952 – January 20, 2015 Charline Relford Atkins, 62, of Highland passed away Tues. Jan. 20, 2015 at home. Born March 13, 1952 in Stanford, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Betty Jean Naylor Relford.

Survivors include her husband, Danny Atkins; 1 son, Robert Wayne Relford of Winchester; 2 daughters: Stephanie Relford of Georgia and Jacqueline Relford of Wolf Co.; 3 brothers: Andrew Relford of Georgetoen, Ronald Relford of Highland and Robert Relford of Lexington; 3 sisters: Joan Williams of Lexington, Pam Williams of Lexington, Tina Coleman of Highland; 7 grandchildren and her special dog, Little Bear. No public services were held.

Burial was at K.P. Hall Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted to W.L. Pruitt Funeral Home in Moreland. Monday, January 05, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

BAILEY, D

BAILEY, D, anny "Dano" June 25, 1960 – January 05, 2015 Danny Bailey, 54, of Stanford, KY passed away Monday, January 5, 2015 at home. He was born June 25, 1960 in Stanford, KY to James and Jeanette Henry Bailey. He was a farmer for most of his life and also a former employee of BPI Inc. in Stanford, KY. He enjoyed farming, hunting, and loved his dog "Hoss". He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church and attended the Church At Cedar Creek. In addition to his parents, survivors include: three brothers: Glen Bailey (Lisa), Jim Bailey (Billie Ann), and Jerry Bailey (Lori), one sister: Linda Bailey all of Stanford, KY, five nephews, one niece, three great-nephews, and five great-nieces. Visitation will be Thursday, January 8, 2015 from 6:30-9pm at the Church at Cedar Creek in Stanford, KY.

Funeral service will be 11am Friday, January 9, 2015 at the church with Brother Jefferson Calico officiating.

Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY. Casket bearers will be: Lou Foltz, Harold Kilby, Bucky Bryant, Buddy Schuler, Jerry Bailey, Jr., and Brian Bailey. Honorary bearers are his nieces and nephews. The family requests memorials to the Church At Cedar Creek in memory of Danny Bailey (P.O. Box 167, Stanford, KY 40484). Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford is in charge of the arrangements. Monday, January 19, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

BAILEY, J

BAILEY, J, ames H. September 10, 1922 – January 18, 2015 + U. S. Navy Veteran James H. Bailey, 92, of Stanford, KY passed away Sunday, January 18, 2015 at the V.A. Medical Center in Lexington, KY. Born September 10, 1922 in Lincoln County, KY to the late Claude and Maggie Burdine Bailey, he completed 8th grade and then went to work to help support the family. Later in life he returned to school and completed his GED and other continuing education classes for his job. Mr. Bailey was a veteran of the United States Navy, and a petroleum supervisor for Southern States for 18 years. He was a member of American Legion Caswell Saufley Post #18 and was a past member of the honor guard. He was a life member D.A.V and a former Deacon and member of Fairview Baptist church.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years: Jeanette H. Bailey of Stanford, KY, three sons: Glen A. Bailey (Lisa), Jim Bailey (Billie Ann), and Jerry Bailey (Lori), one daughter: Linda Sue Bailey all of Stanford, KY, six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents: he was preceded in death by one son: Danny Bailey, one brother, and four sisters. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 21, 2015 from 6-9pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford.

Funeral will be at the funeral home Thursday, January 22, 2015 at 10:30am with Reverends Gary King and Johnny Baker officiating.

Burial will follow at Camp Nelson National Cemetery in Nicholasville, KY. Casket bearers will be Brian Bailey, Jamie Bailey, Jerry Bailey Jr., Bill Bailey, Andrew Bailey, and Matt Flanagan. Honorary bearers will be members of the American Legion Caswell Saufley Post #18. Monday, January 19, 2015 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

BASS

BASS, Jennifer Anne Dancy March 16, 1957 – January 18, 2015 Jennifer Anne Dancy Bass, 57, Crab Orchard, KY, passed away Sunday, January 18th, 2015 at University of Kentucky Hospital. She was the wife of Glenn Bass whom she married October 18,1980. She was born March 16, 1957 in San Diego, California. She was the daughter of the late William Ward Dancy and Joan Dunkin Dancy. She was a devoted wife and mother and a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church #2. Survivors Include: Husband, Glenn D. Bass, Sr., One Son, Glen D. Bass, Jr. One Daughter, Rebecca and Husband Jamie Hendrickson, One Granddaughter, Adalyn Grace Hendrickson, Several Nieces & Nephews. Three Sisters, Mary Jane LaFountain, Diana Lynn Pearsol, Deborah Melton. Date & Time of Funeral Services: 12 Noon on Thursday, January 22, 2015 Place of Services: McKnight Funeral Home Chapel Minister: Bro. David Hendrickson Place of Burial: Crab Orchard Cemetery. Visitation will be after 6PM on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at McKnight Funeral Home Pallbearers Include: Glenn D. Bass, Jr., Jamie Hendrickson, Harry Hendrickson, Jason Kilby,James Rose, Daniel and Michael Smith Thursday, January 29, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

BISHOP

BISHOP, Elizabeth McCormack December 11, 1911 – January 28, 2015 Elizabeth McCormack Bishop, 103, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at Golden Living Center in Stanford, KY. Born December 11, 1911 in Turnersville, KY to the late James and Mattie Tuttle McCormack, she was the widow of the late Joseph Carroll Bishop, and a member of McCormack Christian Church.

Survivors include one son: Robert Bishop (Joan), two grandchildren: Carol Maples (Mike), and Sammy Bishop all of Stanford, KY, three great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers: Robert & James McCormack, and one sister: Lilly B. Gover. A one day service has been scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2015 at Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford. Visitation will be from 11am-1pm with funeral service beginning at 1pm. Reverend Ernest Martin will officiate the service.

Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY. Casket bearers are: Durard Jeffries, Kenny Stamper, Bryan Gover, Dexter Mullins, Tommy Owens, Tommy Bourne, Harold Davis, and Fred Reichenbach. Honorary bearers will be: Jimmy Burton, Gary Burton, Bud Gover, Bobby Robbins, Albert Gooch, Clarence Gooch, Bob Gooch, Ernie Gooch, and T. Gooch. [See Obituary File #10 for Joe C. Bishop] Friday, January 02, 2015 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

BRALEY

BRALEY, Edwin H. June 25, 1940 – January 01, 2015 Edwin H. Braley, 74, of Crab Orchard, husband of Jewell Lay Braley whom he married on May 3, 1963 he passed away , Thursday Jan. 1, 2015 at Fort Logan Hospital in Stanford, KY. Edwin was born June 25, 1940 in Lincoln County. He was the son of the late John D. & Mary Margaret Brown Braley. He was a former superintendent at the 3-D company in Winchester, Kentucky. Survivors Include his wife of 51 years: Jewell Lay Braley, two Daughters: Robyn Braley Wilson of Stanford,Lisa & Husband Lynn Jones of Danville, Brothers; Dwight & Wife Phyllis Braley of Crab Orchard, Danny & Wife Margaret Braley of Crab Orchard, two Grandchildren, Chelsey Holtzclaw and Johnathon & Wife Kelsey Wilson, two Great Grandchildren, Braydon and Kalynn Retallack, Four Nephews, Chris, Heath & Eddy Braley and Clinton Middleton In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a Daughter, Sandra Annette Braley, One Granddaughter, Heather Holtzclaw and one Brother, Forrest Braley.

Funeral Date & Time 1PM, Monday. Jan. 5th, 2015 at McKnight Funeral Home Chapel Place of Burial: Mt. Zion Church of Christ Cemetery Minister: Bro. Arnold Larkin Visitation will be after 4PM on Sunday, Jan. 4th, 2015 at McKnight Funeral Home Pallbearers Include:Shannon & Shane Thomason, Ronnie Brown & Curt Brown, David Hammons & Wayne Todd Saturday, January 24, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

BROWN

BROWN, Anita "Dee Dee" Smith July 06, 1951 – January 22, 2015 Anita "Dee Dee" Brown, 63, of Stanford, KY passed away Thursday, January 22, 2015 at Ephraim McDowell Hospital in Danville, KY. Born July 6, 1951 in Hustonville, KY she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Bertha Frederick Smith. She was a former employee of Horseman's IGA and BPI Inc., and was a member of New Salem Baptist Church.

Survivors include her companion of 27 years: Dewey Moore of Stanford, KY, one son: Michael Ray Brown (Kelly) of Hustonville, KY, three sisters: Myrtle Hazlett of Hustonville, KY, Velma Ollish (Orville) of Waynesburg, KY, and Kaye Reichenbach (Fred) of Stanford, KY, two grandchildren: Ainsleigh Brown and Lyndsay Rowland both of Hustonville, KY, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers: Bill Smith, Cecil "Chuck" Smith, and three infant brothers, and one sister: Florence Sawyer. Visitation will be Sunday, January 25, 2015 from 5-9pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford.

Funeral service will be 11am Monday, January 26, 2015 at the funeral home with Brother Andrew McGinnis officiating.

Burial will follow at New Salem Cemetery. Casket bearers are: Keith Reichenbach, Paul Buis, Larry Walls, Jason Reed, Greg Smith, Scott Stanley, Randy Adams, and Bobby Brown. Honorary bearers will be: Orville Ollish and Fred Reichenbach. Saturday, January 31, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice, Stanford

BURTON

BURTON, Thelma Smith July 18, 1918 – January 29, 2015 Thelma Burton, 96, of Stanford, KY passed away Thursday, January 29, 2015 at Fort Logan Hospital in Stanford, KY. Born July 18, 1918 in Middleburg, KY to the late James and Anna McGuffey Smith, she was the widow of the late Willie Burton. She, along with her husband, were owners of Burton Service Station in Stanford, KY from 1948-1977. She was also a member of Stanford Baptist Church.

Survivors include two sons: Gary Burton (Pat) and Sam Burton (Carolyn) both of Stanford, KY, four grandchildren: Donna Godbey (Jimmy) of Stanford, KY, Deanna McWhorter (Greg) of East Bernstadt, KY, Jimmy Burton of Stanford, KY, and Will Burton of Washington, D.C., and three great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters: Evelyn Webster and Anna Lee Davidson. Visitation will be Friday, January 30, 2015 from 5-9pm at Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford.

Funeral will be 10:30am Saturday, January 31, 2015 at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY. Casket bearers will be Jimmy Burton, Will Burton, Kent Ellis, Greg McWhorter, Jimmy Godbey, David Irvin, and Ronnie Graves. Honorary bearers are: Eddie Carter, Tommy Owens, and Tommy Bourne. Sunday, January 18, 2015 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

BYRD

BYRD, Jackie Lee January 02, 1945 – January 17, 2015 Jackie Lee Byrd, 70 of Moreland passed away January 17, 2015. Born January 2, 1945, he was the son of the late Carl Bethel and Ora Lee Sexton Byrd. He was retired from American Greeting. Jackie is survived by his daughter, Sonia (Jeff) Wilson and granddaughters, Loran and Hannah Wilson of Danville; brothers, Carl (Sandra) Byrd of Jamestown and Dean (Fannie) Byrd of Nicholasville; and sister, Sandra Hogue of Junction City. Services will be at 1 pm, Thursday at W.L. Pruitt Funeral Home with burial in Hustonville Cemetery. Visitation is after 11 am, Thursday. Thursday, January 09, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice, Lancaster, KY

BYRD, J

BYRD, J, ames Lee October 04, 1967 – January 03, 2014 James Lee Byrd Jr., 46, of Rowlett TX, passed away Saturday in Garland, TX. James was born October 4, 1967 in Woodford County to James Lee Byrd (Delphine) and Mary Lou Redmon Sullivan (Keith).He was formerly of Woodford and Garrard Counties. For many years, James worked for the Triple D Communications, enjoyed farming and dirt track racing. Surviving is a son James William Byrd of Lancaster, KY and a daughter Sarah-Ann Michelle Byrd of Lancaster. Three brothers, Joe Patrick Byrd (Elizabeth) of Lancaster, Robert Adams (Kim) of TX and Noel Sullivan (April) of TX.

Funeral Services will be 2 P.M. Friday January 10, 2014 at the Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ken Mennfee officiating. Visitation will be Friday 11.AM.-2 P.M. at the Funeral Home. Active pallbearers will be David Fogle, Greg Banta, David Reed, Paul Miller, Steve Lane, Kevin Wilson and Jeff Stipe.

Burial will be in the Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery in Lincoln County. Tuesday, December 23, 2014 – Barnett-Demrow-Fox Funeral Home Notice

CHEEK

CHEEK, James September 12, 1939 - September 23, 2014 James Cheek, age 75, of Bluebird Lane in Kings Mountain, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville. Born Tuesday, September 12, 1939 in Garrard County, he was the son of the late Zach & Dora Brock Cheek. His loving wife is Sandra Hornsby Cheek, of Kings Mountain, whom he married March 26, 1963. Throughout his career, he worked maintenance at the Golden Living Center in Stanford. He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church and was a volunteer firefighter at Station #8 in Highland. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and trading and bartering guns. In addition to his wife, James leaves behind three sons, James D. Cheek and Louis Cheek both of Jacksonville, Florida, and Bobby Cheek of Stanford; two daughters, Mary Warmouth (Edward), and Joyce Padgett (Eddie) both of Stanford; four grandchildren, Chris Warmouth (Sarah), Cody Warmouth (Brittany), Austin Cheek, and Ethan Padgett; four great-grandchildren, Dawson Warmouth, Jayden Warmouth, Brayley Warmouth, and Brooklyn Warmouth; one brother, Zach Cheek of Lancaster; and three sisters, Georgia Matthews (Cecil) of Danville, Frances Denny and Judy Shearer (Doug) both of Nicholasville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Billy Cheek; and one granddaughter, Toni Cheek. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00AM Saturday, December 27, 2014 at Fox Funeral Home with Bro. Johnny Baker officiating the service. Burial will follow in Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery. The Visitation will be held 6-8PM Friday, December 26, 2014 at the funeral home. Fox Funeral Home, Stanford, is entrusted with James’ arrangements. Guest Book at

www.barnettdemrowandfox.com. Thursday, January 22, 2015 – Interior Journal

CRAWFORD

CRAWFORD, Lucille Garrison December 22, 1921 – January 14, 2015 Lucille Garrison Crawford, 93, of Stanford passed away Wednesday, Jan. 14, at Ephraim McDowell Rigionas Medical Center in Danville. Born December 22, 1921 in Danville, Lucille was a daughter of the late Homer & Laura Bishop Garrison. She was a former employee of Whirlpool, Inc., a member of Calvary Hill Baptist Church in Stanford and th widow of Delbert Crawford . She was also preceded in death by five brothers, J. T. Garrison, William Garrison, Marion Garrison, Julian Garrison and Homer Garrison. Survivors in clude one son, Byron (Jackie) Crawford of Shelbyville, one brother, George Garrison of Stanford, four grandchildren; Eric (Julie) Crawford and Andrea Crawford both of Louisville, Jew Crawford of Seattle, Wash. and Wes Crawford of Shelbyville, ; six great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were Jan. 17 at Spurlin Funeral Home with Revs; Brad King and lewis Walter officiating.

Burial was in Buffalo Springs Cemetery. Active pallbarers were, Eric Crawford, Joe Crawford, Wes Crawford, David Garrison, Jimmy Garrison and John Stevens. Honorary pallbearers were; Durward Jeffries, Landon Williams, Virgil Horseman, Jim Sheron, Billy Moberly and Hoover Godbey Saturday, January, 17, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

DAVIS

DAVIS, George Foster March 06, 1960 – January 17, 2015 George Davis, 54, of Waynesburg, KY died Saturday, January 17, 2015, at UK Hospital in Lexington, KY. He was born March 6, 1960 in Kings Mountain, KY to Nancy Pauline and the late Cecil Doyle Davis. He had worked for several years at Tecumseh Manufacturing in Somerset until the plant closed in 2001. He worked 12 years at East Anderson Hardwoods, Eubank, KY.

Survivors include his wife, Crystal Gambel Davis of Waynesburg, KY; two children, Dennis Davis (Mara Baker) of Reno, NV and Kelly Davis Brown (Michael Ray Brown) of McKinney, KY; three step-children, Christopher Roberts of Garrett, IN, Ashley Roberts of Somerset, KY and Jimmy Roberts of Stanford, KY; his mother, Pauline Coleman Davis of Stanford, KY; two brothers, Doyle Davis (Kathleen) of Stanford, KY, Greg Davis (Tracy) of Eubank, KY, three sisters, Judy Jenkins of Waynesburg, KY, Anita Taylor (Roscoe) of Kings Mountain, KY and Kim Phillips (Robbie) of Stanford, KY; 11 grandchildren, 12 nieces and nephews, 27 great-nieces and nephews; he was preceded in death by three brothers, infant brother Clarence Lee Davis, Joel Lynn Davis and Bobby L. Davis. The visitation and funeral service will both be Monday, January 19, 2015, visitation from 10:30-2pm, with funeral service at 2 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend David Gambrel will be officiating the service with burial in Gooch Cemetery, Kings Mountain, KY. Casket bearers will be Brad Wells, Donnie Reynolds, Donald Stringer, James Stringer, Terry Stringer and Roger Caudill; Honorary Bearers will be Terry Jones, Sam Davis, Jimmy Roberts, Daniel Young and Richard Phelps. Monday, September 03, 2012 – Sproles Funeral Home Notice , Indiana

DENNY

DENNY, Irene Ballenger September 03, 1928 – September 03, 2012 Irene Ballenger Denny, 84, formerly of New Castle, died Monday, September 3, 2012 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born September 3, 1928 in Albany, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Virgil and Anna (Cooksey) Ballenger. Irene was the manager of Allens Young Fashions (The Kiddie Shop), The Mark and The Closet, for over 30 years. She had previously resided at Edgewater Woods and Keystone Woods in Anderson. She attended Chesterfield Community Church of God in Chesterfield. She is survived by her children, Mike (wife: Madonna) Winchester of Muncie, Jeff Winchester of New Castle and Beth Denny Schaffter (husband: Wayne) of Anderson; a son-in-law, Bill (wife: Jane) Cowan of Losantville; 12 grandchildren, Todd (wife: Kim) Cowan, Troy (wife: Janet) Cowan, Marc Cowan, Ashleih Bertram-Wright, Steven (wife: Tammy) Winchester, Aaron Winchester, Stephanie Winchester, Kyle Winchester, Ryan Winchester, Taylor Ingram, Andrea Schaffter and Lauren Schaffter; 16 great-grandchildren; a sister, Doris Fairchild of Monticello, Kentucky and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Loyal William Bill Denny; a daughter, Barbara Sue (Winchester) Cowan; two brothers, Reed and Wendell Ballenger and a sister, Christine Ballenger Derossett.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 7, 2012 at Sproles Family Funeral Home with Pastor Wayne Sellers officiating.

Burial will follow in South Mound Cemetery West Lawn Addition. Friends may call from 4 8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. You may send the family a personal condolence at www.sprolesfamilycares.com. Sproles Family Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Irene Denny. [Loyal William Denney - b. 16 May 1922 Lincoln Co, KY – d. 02 Dec 2005 New Castle, Indiana Son of John Denny & Clara Ella Heath] Saturday, December 20, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

FLOYD

FLOYD, Kimberly Renee May 07, 1965 – December 20, 2014 Kimberly Renee Floyd, 49, of Stanford, KY died Saturday, December 20, 2014 at her home. She was born May 7, 1965 in Stanford, KY to the late Lee A. and Bertie Mae Asbury Floyd. She had worked as a housekeeper.

Survivors include two sons, Steven Floyd (Christy) of Stanford, KY and Jordan Floyd of West Liberty, KY; two sisters, Betty Carey of Stanford, KY and Teresa Gingras of Kings Mountain, KY; a special nephew, Junior Allen of Stanford, KY; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Visitation and funeral will be at Spurlin Funeral Home Stanford on Tuesday, December 23, 2014, visitation from 11-1, service beginning at 1pm. Vola Brown will be officiating.

Burial will be private for the family. Friday, January 09, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

FOLEY

FOLEY, James "Rick" April 06, 1965 – January 09, 2015 James "Rick" Foley, 49, of Crab Orchard, KY passed away Friday, January 9, 2015 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville, KY. He was born April 6, 1965 in Hustonville, KY to the late Robert Foley and Wanda Petrey Foley of Crab Orchard, KY. In addition to his mother, survivors include one son: Richard Foley of Stanford, KY, one daughter: Kayla Foley (Rob Oney) of Stanford, KY, three sisters: Kathy Seal (Mike) of Missouri, Kim Smith (Ron) of Campbellsville, KY, and Linda Willis of Williamsburg, KY, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by one brother: Eddie Foley and one sister: Brenda Foley. Visitation will be Monday, January 12, 2015 from 5-8pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford.

Funeral service will be 11am Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Waynesburg, KY Monday, January 19, 2015 – Barnett-Demrow- Fox Funeral Home Notice

GEHLHAUSEN

GEHLHAUSEN, Sue Ella Badgett September 02, 1930 – January 18, 2015 Sue Ella Badgett Gehlhausen, age 84, of Darst Street in Stanford, passed peacefully Sunday, January 18, 2015 at her residence. Born Tuesday, September 2, 1930 in Lincoln County, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Franklin “Tom” & Lelia Grace McClanahan Dishon Badgett. Her loving husband is Rev. Victor J. Gehlhausen, Sr. of Stanford, whom she married September 26, 1947. Sue Ella was a homemaker and member of Calvary Hill Baptist Church. She will be remembered for the love of her husband, children, and grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Sue Ella leaves behind one son, Victor John Gehlhausen, Jr. (Melinda) of Manchester; three daughters, Carolyn Louise Coffey (Gary) and Martha Sue Gehlhausen both of Stanford, and Jacqueline Lee Gibson (Mike) of Hustonville; one son-in-law, Dewayne Whited of Casey County; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Monica Esther Whited; and three brothers, Dr. Joseph Chester Badgett, Thomas Faulkner Badgett, and William Wesley Badgett. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00AM Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home with Bro. David Fralix and Bro. Brad King officiating the service.

Burial will follow in Danville Memorial Gardens. Shane Coffey, John Whited, Matthew Coffey, Josh Whited, Devin Middleton, and Rush Lanigan will serve as Active Pallbearers. John Gehlhausen, Jr., Shon Gehlhausen, Ryan Douglas, CJ Gehlhausen, Dash Lanigan, Gary Coffey, Dewayne Whited, Mike Gibson, Chris Lanigan, Anthony Middleton, Buck Rogers, and Jarrod Brown will serve as Honorary Pallbearers. The Visitation will be held 5-8PM Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at the funeral home. Fox Funeral Home, Stanford, is entrusted with Sue Ella’s arrangements. Wednesday, December 03, 2014 – Commonwealth Journal

HAMILTON

HAMILTON, Alexander February 21, 1926 – December 01, 2014 + U. S. Navy, WWII Alexander Hamilton, 88, of Waynesburg, Ky., passed away Monday, December 1, 2014 at Lakeridge Villa in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born in David, Ky., on February 21, 1926, son of the late James Porter and Della Centers Hamilton. After serving in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific for three years during World War II. He graduated from Louisville School of watch making and served as a watch maker and manager for Dodd Jewelers in Cincinnati, Ohio. In the year 1951, he became an ordained minister and worked and built many churches and pastored a church in Wellston, Ohio. In 1954, he became the pastor of Waynesburg Church of God of Prophecy , where he built a new building on Cemetery Road. He was an accomplished builder, stone mason, brick layer and carpenter. He built and developed Hamilton Homes subdivision in Waynesburg and was a union brick layer for over 50 years. He is survived by Sharon and Joan Hamilton; siblings, Bonnie Buckner, Carol Sue Hamilton, Kenneth R. Hamilton and Herman Hamilton; many nieces and nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, James W. Hamilton, Roy Hamilton, Paul Hamilton and Jimmy Lynn Hamilton. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, December 4, 2014 at New Life Church of God of Prophecy in Waynesburg with Bro. Sam Smith officiating.Burial will be in Double Springs Cemetery with military honors by American Legion Post 38. Thursday, January 08, 2015 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

HAWKINS

HAWKINS, Godfrey Felmer April 12, 1927 – January 08, 2015 + U. S. Army, WWII Godfrey Felmer Hawkins, 87, of Crab Orchard, passed away Thursday, January 8th, at his home. He was the widower of Wilmoth Mae (Ping) Hawkins who preceded him in death on February 22, 2000. Felmer was born in Virginia on April 12, 1927. He was the son of the late John Horace and Bessie (Layne) Hawkins. He was a member of Liberty Baptist Church since 1947 and was the church Trustee. Felmer was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in WW II. Survivors Include; Daughters; Peggy Ann Foster, Connie and Husband Marvin Harness, Son, Steve Hawkins and Wife Peggy Sue. Sisters; Thetta Denney & Loretta & Husband Johnny Connors Grandchildren: Terri Gay Parsley, Tracey Bullock, Darrell Harness, Ron Harness , Eli Harness, Kelly Harness, Corey Hawkins & Tabitha Cundiff, 17 Great Grandchildren and 13 Great Great Grandchildren. Several Sisters-In-Law also survive. In addition to his parents and wife, Felmer was preceded in death by 9 brothers, George, Delbert, Columbus, Elmer, Emory, Acy, Cossie, Bill & David; Sister, Clara Cantrell and Grandsons, Jesse & Terry Harness Pallbearers Include: Tabitha Cundiff, Corey Hawkins, Ron, Eli & Kelly Harness and Ty White Honorary Pallbearers: Chris & Bryan Harness, Brian & Jamie Hawkins, & Larry Taylor Funeral Services: 12 Noon, Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Place of Service: Liberty Baptist Church Officiating: Bro. Zandall Hasty Place of Burial: Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery, Crab Orchard, KY Military Honors by Post # 38 Honor Guard American Legion Visitation will be after 5 PM on Monday, January 12, 2015 at the Liberty Baptist Church located on Hwy 328 and also on Tuesday from 10 am until 12 Noon. Wednesday, January 21, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

HAWKINS, H

HAWKINS, H, ubert December 12, 1937 – January 20, 2015 Hubert Hawkins, 77, of Lancaster, KY passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2015. Born December 12, 1937 in Dennison, KY to the late James and Myrtle Sego Hawkins, he was the widower of the late Violet McGuire Hawkins. He was a retired employee of the Lincoln County Road Department and a member of the Baptist Faith.

Survivors include one son: Justin Hawkins of Leitchfield, KY, two daughters: Leona Belcher of Lancaster, KY, and Tammy Pullum of Kings Mountain, KY, two step-daughters: Charlotte Ives (Michael) of Lakeland, FL, and Sheila Grigsby (Ted) of Stanford, KY, two sisters: Jean Yates of Louisville, KY, and Nora House of Manchester, KY, four grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by an infant son: Jeffrey Hawkins. A graveside service has been scheduled for 2pm Friday, January 23, 2015 at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY with Jason Coulter officiating.

Burial will follow at the cemetery. Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford is in charge of the arrangements. Thursday, January 22, 2015 – Barnett-Demrow- Fox Funeral Home Notice

HESTER

HESTER, Glenn "Bongo", Sr. January 22, 1942 – January 22, 2015 Glenn "Bongo" Hester, Sr., age 73, of Anderson Heights in Stanford, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2015 at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Fox Funeral Home, Stanford. Saturday, January 24, 2015 Glenn H. “Bongo” Hester, Sr. age 73, of 306 Anderson Heights in Stanford, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2015 at his home. Born Thursday, January 22, 1942 in Stanford, he was the son of the late T.J. Hester and Lucille Starnes Hester and the widower of the late Vivian Patterson Hester. Glenn worked for many years at the Lexington Herald-Leader and as a salesman for Delta J Screen Printing in Garrard County. Glenn was a long-time member of New Beginnings United Methodist Church. He was a well-known face in Stanford. You would see him riding around town on his scooter, and he always had a smile and something pleasant to say. He was also an avid golfer. He will be missed by many in the community. Glenn leaves behind two sons, Glenn (Debbie) Hester, Jr., of Richmond and Rodney (Susie) Hester of Lancaster; two granddaughters, Haven Hester and Macy Hester of Lancaster; a brother, Tommy Hester of Nicholasville; and all of his step-children by his late wife, Vivian. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald “Sneeze” Hester and Harold Hester. A Funeral Service will be held 1:00PM Monday, January 26, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Bramel officiating the service. Burial will follow in Buffalo Springs Cemetery. Ronnie Hester, Charlie Hester, Jeff Hester of Lancaster, Jeff Hester of Lexington, Darryl Hester, Leroy Patterson, Zach Padgett, and John Hester will serve as Active Pallbearers. Phil Williams, Jim Baird, Alfred Pence, Buddy Pence, and Walter “Tiddle” Hester will serve as Honorary Pallbearers. The Visitation will be held 10AM-1PM Monday at the funeral home.

www.barnettdemrowandfox.com. Tuesday, January 20, 2015 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

HICKS

HICKS, Robert Barnett, Sr. July 08, 1923 – January 19, 2015 Robert Barnette “Bob” Hicks,Sr 91 of Hustonville died Monday, January 19, 2015. Born July 8, 1923, he was the son of the late John L. and Blanche Barnette Hicks. Bob graduated from Centre College with a double major in physics and chemistry. He had been a farmer, Lincoln County Health Inspector and state Milk Inspector. He was a member and deacon of Hustonville Christian Church, a member of Rocky Ford Masonic Lodge and a US Army WWII veteran. He had served on the Hustonville City Council and was a present member of the Hustonville Cemetery Board. Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Louise Hicks. He is survived by two sons, Barney (Dora) Hicks and Roger Hicks, both of Hustonville; two grandchildren, Gary Hicks and Mary Beth Bonta; and four grandchildren: Taylor Brown, Campbell Hicks and Kinley and Jacob Bonta. Services will be at 11 am, Friday at W.L. Pruitt Funeral Home by Rev. Bob Shaw with burial in Hustonville Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Barney, Roger and Gary Hicks, Clay Bonta, Stanley Burris and Willis Lane. Honorary pallbearers are Tommy Yowell, Jimmy Cooper, Bobby Ellis, John Miller and Genie Dunn. Visitation is 5-8 pm, Thursday. Tuesday, December 30, 2014 – Barnett Demrow- Fox Funeral Home Notice

HOWARD

HOWARD, Eva Lee Cochran March 05, 1943 – December 29, 2014 Eva Lee Cochran Howard, age 71 of Portman Avenue in Stanford, passed away Monday, December 29, 2014 at Baptist Health in Lexington. Born Friday, March 5, 1943 in Liberty, she was the daughter of the late Burl & Elizabeth Atwood Cochran. Her loving husband is Matt Howard of Stanford, whom she married March 15, 1966. Eva was a member of Redemption Road Church in Danville and was retired from Walmart. In addition to her husband, Eva leaves behind two sons, Leroy Howard and Mike Howard (Betty) both of Stanford; two daughters, Lisa Tackett (Joe) of Stanford and Sarah Hoskins (Kerry) of Geneva; one brother, Boyd Cochran of Liberty; three sisters, Joyce Lynn and Nettie Lynn (Gary) both of Liberty, and Judy Cox of Hustonville; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Burl Cochran, Jr.; and one sister, Juanita Riddle. A Funeral Service will be held 1:00PM Friday, January 2, 2015 at Redemption Road Church, 1560 Hustonville Road, Suite 217, Danville, KY 40422, with Bro. Gary Yocum officiating the service. Burial will follow in Buffalo Springs Cemetery. Eva’s grandsons: Joe Tackett, Jr., Shaun Tackett, Chris Tackett, Jordan Tackett, Michael Howard, Justin Hoskins, and Jason Hoskins will serve as Active Pallbearers. Mike Howard, Leroy Howard, John Howard, Michelle Howard, and Jassmine Hoskins will serve as Honorary Pallbearers. The Visitation will be held 5-9PM Thursday, January 1, 2015 at Redemption Road Church. A Second Visitation will be held 11AM, until service time, Friday at the church. Fox Funeral Home, Stanford, is entrusted with Eva’s arrangements. Guest Book at

www.barnettdemrowandfox.com. Tuesday, January, 13, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

KITTS

KITTS, Donald Ray October 31, 1943 – January 12, 2015 Don Kitts, 71, of Stanford, KY passed away Monday, January 12, 2015 at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, KY. Born October 31, 1943 to the late Ben Kitts and Mae Jenkins Todd of Stanford, KY, he retired from Square D Inc. after working 35+ years. He was an active member of Cedar Creek Sportsmans Club, an active member of the Lincoln County Fair Board, and loved to travel. He was a member of Pleasant Point Baptist Church and attended Mount Moriah Christian Church. In addition to his mother, survivors include his wife: Joyce Young Kitts of Stanford, KY, three sons: Chad Holloway (Marsha) of Stanford, KY, George Lansaw of Lancaster, KY, and Harold Lansaw (Sherry) of Eubank, KY, two daughters: Sherry Kitts Glasscock of Danville, KY, and Brandi Hurt (Jason) of Stanford, KY, nine grandchildren: Cason Holloway, Collin Holloway, Eli Hurt, Anna Hurt, Abe Hurt, Jarrod Peek, Sarah Peek Coffman, Kassie Lawson Branham, and Keisha Lansaw, two great-grandchildren: Charlie Coffman & Lathan Coffman, several step-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one step-brother. Visitation will be Thursday, January 15, 2015 from 5-8pm at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel, Stanford.

Funeral service will be 11am Friday, January 16, 2015 at the funeral home with Reverends Bill Gooch and Vola Brown officiating.

Burial will follow at Mount Moriah Christian Church Cemetery in Highland, KY. Casket bearers are: John Oros, Rick Muse, Stuart Underwood, Kristopher Branham, Shane Peck, Joshua Peck, and Jody Roberts. Honorary bearers will be: Jarrod Peek, Bill Jenkins, Jason Hurt, Chad Holloway, Glenn Hurt, Keith Young, Dan Grigson, David Grigson, and Dr. Rod Bates. Friday, January 16, 2015 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

LAWSON

LAWSON, Marcus J. January 30, 1924 – January 15, 2015 Marcus J Lawson, 90 of Hustonville died Thursday, January 15, 2015. Born January 30, 1924 in Lincoln Co. KY , he was the son of the late Burgess and Susan Mullins Lawson. Marcus is survived by two sons: Gary and Phillip Lawson, both of Cincinnati; three daughters: Linda (Ben) Gibson, Wanda (Ricky) Martin and Sheila Jorge, all of Cincinnati; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and special friend, Imogene Durham. He was preceded in death by wife, Gladys Lawson and seven brothers and sisters. Services will be at 1 pm, Tuesday at W.L. Pruitt Funeral Home with burial in Moreland Cemetery. Visitation is after 11 am, Tuesday Saturday, December 06, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice, Lancaster, KY

LEAGUE

LEAGUE, James November 30, 1944 – December 06, 2014 James League, 70, of Lancaster died Saturday, December 6, 2014 at his home. He was born on November 30, 1944 in Boyle County to the late Benjamin and Martha Miller League. He was preceded in death by his wife of many years, Dorothy League. James was a lifelong farmer and was of the Baptist Faith. He is survived by three daughters: Rebecca Smith (Joe) of Lancaster, Connie Gray (Mike) of Nicholasville, and Shelle League of Lancaster; two step-sons: Larry Barger (Jean) and Joe Barger (Lois) both of Manchester; one brother Joe League (Pam) of Junction City; two sisters: Martha Malsom (Rod) and Francis McKinney ( Larry) both of Danville; three grandchildren: Justin League, Brandi League, Jonathan Smith; one great grandchild: Sara Maggard; 6 step grandchildren and 7 step great grandchildren. Along with his wife and parents, James was preceded in death by four brothers: Benjamin League Jr., David League, Paul League, and Samuel League.

Funeral Services will be 2 PM Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at Spurlin Funeral Home of Lancaster with Bro. Thurman Pearson officiating.

Burial will be in the Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford.

Pallbearers will be Justin League, Jonathan Smith, Joe Smith, Larry McKinney, Jason McKinney, Alyssa Dishon, and John League. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe League, Martha Malsom, Francis McKinney, Joe League, Zachary McKinney, and Demond Wray . Visitation will be from 5-8 PM Tuesday, December 9, 2014. Monday, November 10, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice, Lancaster, KY

LUMPKINS

LUMPKINS, Connie Tudor June 07, 1948 – November 10 2014 Connie Lumpkins, 66, of Fall Lick Rd. Lancaster, passed away Monday November 10, 2014 at Ft. Logan Hospital in Stanford, Ky. She was born June 7, 1948 to the late Buford Tudor and Lula Burke Tudor. Connie was an Administrator for Charleston Healthcare for many years. She is survived by her two nephews; David Middleton of Lancaster and Timothy Middleton of Stillwater, OK, and a great nephew Justin McMullen of Lancaster. Also surviving is a special friend Stanley Lumpkins. Along with her parents, Connie is preceded in death by a sister Nancy Lane Middleton. A funeral service will be held Saturday, November 15, 2014 2:00 PM at Spurlin Funeral Home of Lancaster with Rev. Lanny Hazelwood officiating.

Burial will be in the Dix River Church Cemetery. Visitation will be 11 AM until the time of service Saturday.

Pallbearers will be David Middleton, Tim Middleton, Justin McMullen, and Gilbert Tudor. Thursday, January 29, 2015 – Barnett- Demrow- Fox Funeral Home Notice

MASON

MASON, Larry Novis December 22 1948 – January 28, 2015 Larry Novis Mason, age 66, of Brookshire Drive in Danville, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at his residence. Born Wednesday, December 22, 1948 in Davenport, Iowa, he was the son of the late James Novis & Margaret Jean Price Mason. Larry worked as a stocker for Walmart in Danville and was of the Church of Christ faith. He enjoyed fishing and bowling in his spare time. Larry leaves behind his wife, Judy Whitt of Cincinnati, Ohio; one son, Drew Mason (Lauren) of Cincinnati, Ohio; two daughters, Delayne Thornburg (Ben) and Angela Mason both of Cincinnati, Ohio; one brother, Layne Mason (Jena) of Union, Kentucky; two sisters, Deb Cochran (Jim) of Berthoud, Colorado and Darla Robinson (Dan) of Los Angeles, California; and three grandchildren, Danielle Mason, Anna Thornburg, and Rachel Thornburg all of Cincinnati, Ohio. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Doug Mason. A Graveside Service will be held 11:00AM Saturday, January 31, 2015 at Buffalo Springs Cemetery.

Burial will follow in Buffalo Springs Cemetery. A Visitation will be held 10-11AM Saturday at Fox Funeral Home. Wednesday, January 07, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice, Lancaster, KY

McCULLEY

McCULLEY, Hugh "Mac" March 04, 1962 – January 07, 2014 Hugh "Mac" McCulley, 52, of Frankfort, formerly of Garrard County, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at his home. He was born March 4, 1962 in Garrard County to Hugh McCulley Sr. and Martha Harris Bastin. Mac was a hard-working Carpenter who loved to build, loved the outdoors, traveling, and would help anyone in need. He leaves behind his loving dog, Radley. Surviving are his wife Katherine Rash of Frankfort, his mother Martha Bastin, a son Cai Gibson McCulley of San Rafael, California, a daughter Kristin Kephart Hardgrove (Matthew) of Denver, CO, a brother Noel Campbell McCulley of Lexington, and a sister Cindy McCulley Feldman (David) of Lancaster. Also surviving are two nieces, two nephews, and two great nieces. He was preceded in death by his father, Hugh McCulley, Sr. Graveside services will be 3PM Saturday, January 10, 2015 at Buffalo Springs Cemetery Chapel in Stanford, Kentucky with Fr. Peter Joseph officiating. Interment; Buffalo Springs Cemetery. Monday, January 12, 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

McGUFFEY

McGUFFEY, Sylvia M. Garman February 18, 1916 - January 10, 2015 Sylvia M. McGuffey, 98, of Stanford, KY died Saturday, January 10, 2015, at her home. She was born February 18, 1916 in Santa Paula, CA to the late Clark and Bessie Alexander Garman. She was the widow of James W. McGuffey. Sylvia graduated from Danville High School and Centre College in 1937 where she received her B.A. degree. She then finished with her graduate school at the University of KY in Lexington, KY. She taught school for 8 years in Lincoln and Boyle Counties, with her first year in a one room school. Her career also included working as the medical supply officer for Darnell General Hospital in Danville, KY; for the Los Angeles, CA Board of Education, and as staff secretary at the largest Sears Store in the U.S.A. After retirement she and her husband, the late James W. McGuffey, enjoyed traveling, seeing most of the United States together. Her greatest joy in life however was reading and studying the bible. She was a member of the Ft. Logan Church of Christ in Stanford, KY. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2015, at 11am at the Highland United Methodist Church Cemetery. Reverend Wayne Galloway will be officiating the service. Spurlin Funeral Home Stanford is in charge of arrangements. Tuesday , October 14, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice, Lancaster, KY

MURPHY

MURPHY, Anna Lee Lear Lane August 16, 1944 – October 14, 2014 Anna Lee Murphy, 70, of Tinder Ave Lancaster, passed away October 14, 2014 at Select Specialty Hospital in Lexington KY. She was born August 16, 1944 in Garrard Co., to the late Charles and Addie B. Simpson Murphy. Surviving are two sons Charles Wayne Lear, and Charles Jr. Lear(Trish) both of Lancaster; two daughters Melissa Carpenter(Jimmy) of Lancaster, and Michelle Ward of Tennessee; four brothers Russell, Wayne, Morris and Gordon Murphy; Also surviving are six grandchildren Brittany Carpenter, J.D. Carpenter, Dakota Lear, Quinton Lear, Nicole Ward, and Justin Reynolds. Anna is also preceded in death by two sons Keith and Clyde Lane; and a brother Donnie Murphy.

Funeral services 11:30 AM Saturday October 18, 2014 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ernest Lear officiating. Visitation will be 9:30 AM till time of service.

Burial will be in Preachersville Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Wayne Lear, JR Lear, Jimmy Carpenter, Charlie Lear, Phillip Delaney, Micheal Keaton. [Birth Index lists her as Fannie L. Murphy] Saturday, January 03, 2015 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

PARKER

PARKER, Lois Ann McFerson February 16, 1944 – January 03, 2015 Lois Ann McFerson Parker, 70 of Stanford, Kentucky died Saturday morning, January 3, 2015 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Hospital. Born in Dunkirk, Ohio on February 16, 1944. She was the daughter of William Roy and Mary Lucille Woods McFerson. She was a former seamstress having worked for Cowdens Manufacturing. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church. Survivors Include: Daughter, Bonnie & Husband John Rothwell, Son: Roy & Wife Jessica Parker, One Brother, William McFerson. One Half Sister, Louise Timberlake. Five Grandchildren, John Rothwell, Jr. & Wife, Sue Ann, Jesse Rothwell & Wife, Tiffine,Riley, Peyton & Mollie Parker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by One Sister, Janet Norwalk and One Brother, Brooklyn Middleton Memorial Services will be held at 12 O'clock Noon on Tuesday, January 6, 2015 at McKnight Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will begin at 11AM on Jan. 6th at McKnight Funeral Home. [See Obituary File # 4, Mary Lucille Woods McFerson] Saturday, December 27, 2014 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

RAY

RAY, Edgar Dailey January 14, 1941 – December 26, 2014 + U. S. Army, Vietnam Edgar Dailey Ray, 73 of Harrodsburg passed away Friday, December 26, 2014. Born January 14, 1941, he was the son of the late Chester Dailey and Mildred Donithan McPherson. He was a US Army Vietnam veteran. He is survived by his wife, Opal Downs Ray; one daughter, Sally Linville of Paris; three stepsons: Timmy Jackson and Tony Rader of Paris and Donald Earl Cross of Junction City; two brothers: Destil Ray of Mt Sterling and David Ray of SC; two sisters: Jean Hatton of Lexington and Peggy Hatton of Stanton and five grandchildren. Services will be at 11 am, Tuesday at W.L Pruitt Funeral Home by Bro. Darrell Hahn.

Burial will be in Hustonville Cemetery with Military Honors. Visitation is 6-9 pm, Monday. Friday, December 19, 2014 – Fox Funeral Home Notice

RUTLEDGE

RUTLEDGE, Cecil Harmon July 06, 1928 – December 19, 2014 + U. S. Army, Korea Cecil Harmon Rutledge, age 86, of Edgewood Drive in Stanford, passed away Friday, December 19, 2014 at Ephraim McDowell Fort Logan Hospital in Stanford. Arrangements are pending at Fox Funeral Home, Stanford. December 20, 2014 – Fox Funeral Home Cecil Harmon Rutledge, age 86, of Edgewood Drive in Stanford, passed away Friday, December 19, 2014 at Ephraim McDowell Fort Logan Hospital in Stanford. Born Friday, July 6, 1928 in Garrard County, he was the son of the late John & Annie Beatrice Anderson Rutledge. He was the widower of the late Christine Shearer Rutledge, who preceded him in death April 7, 2013. Cecil retired from the Cincinnati Milacron Company. He was a US Army Veteran and served during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church in Garrard County and loved to travel. Cecil leaves behind one sister, Sarah York of Junction City; one brother, Charles Rutledge of Georgia; and several nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held 1:00PM Monday, December 22, 2014 at Fox Funeral Home with Bro. Kerry Jones officiating the service.

Burial will follow in Buffalo Springs Cemetery with Military Honors performed by the Caswell-Saufley Post #18 of the American Legion. Michael Louallen, Shawn Bozeman, Josh Johnson, Shae Anderson, Adam Shumate, and Justin Shumate will serve as Active Pallbearers. The Visitation will be held 11:30AM, until service time, Monday at the funeral home. Wednesday, December 31, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

SEBASTIAN

SEBASTIAN, Thelma L. Lasure August 26, 1930 – December 31, 2014 Thelma L. Sebastian, 84, of Stanford, KY passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at home. Born August 26, 1930 in Stanford, KY to the late Manles and Grace Gilpin Lasure, she was the widow of the late Reverend Jesse B. Sebastian. She worked in retail sales for most of her life and was a Baptist Missionary.

Survivors include three sons: Stephen Sebastian (Melinda Jo) of Highland, KY, Tim Sebastian (Rachel) of Lexington, KY, and Philip Sebastian (Elaine) of Stanford, KY, one daughter: Beth Sebastian of Frankfort, KY, four brothers: Charles Lasure of Kissimmee, FL, Manles Lasure Jr. of Stanford, KY, Carter Lasure of Bardstown, KY, and Paul Lasure of Lancaster, KY, two sisters: Alberta Wood of Danville, KY, and Mary Still of Louisville, KY, six grandchildren: Alicia Miller, Michaela Sebastian, Branden Barnett, Amanda Mgbodille (Anthony), Abby Scott (Branden), and Allie Sebastian, four great-grandchildren: Karsyn Jolie Miller, Rylie Grayce Miller, Sebastian Ikenna Mgbodille, and Josiah Obinna Mgbodille, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by one son: Joel Thomas Sebastian, two sisters: Louvenia Douglas, and Florence Misenheimer, and three brothers: Elvin Lasure, Robert Lasure, and John Lasure. Visitation will be Friday, January 2, 2015 from 4-8pm at Stanford Baptist Church.

Funeral service will be 10:30am Saturday, January 3, 2015 at the church with Reverends Greg Hancock and Shane Garrison officiating.

Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, KY. Spurlin Funeral Home, Stanford is in charge of the arrangements. Wednesday, December 17, 2014 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

SEXTON

SEXTON, Nancy Elaine January 11, 1956 – December 17, 2014 Nancy Elaine Sexton, 58 of Danville died Wednesday, December 17, 2014. Born January 11, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Imogene Long Sexton. She is survived by two sisters, Rita Carol Ledington of Corbin and Candice Sloan of Frankfort and a niece, Felisha Sloan. She was a resident at Family Ties. She was preceded in death by her twin sister, Mary Kay Sexton. Services are at 11 am, Tuesday at W.L. Pruitt Funeral Home with burial in Moreland Cemetery. Thursday, October 23, 2014 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice, Lancaster, KY

SMITH

SMITH, Ruth E. Walls July 28, 1936 – October 22, 2014 Ruth E. Smith, 78, of Totten Ave. Lancaster, passed away Wednesday October 22, 2014 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville, KY. She was preceded in death by her husbands Jim Walton and Bradley Smith. Ruth was born July 28, 1936 in Lincoln Co. to the late Elmer and Florence Gooch Walls. She worked at Cowden's Manufacturing for over 30 years, was a caregiver, and worked for housekeeping at Christian Care Center. Ruth was a member of Gilbert's Creek Baptist Church. Surviving are two sons James Michael Walton(Dorothy) and Jeff Walton(Joyce); one daughter Debbie Sue Davis(Roy) all of Lancaster; a sister Imogene Salyers; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Kidwell, Melanie York, Linda Conley, Jimmy Walton, Misty Walton, Roy Davis Jr. and Kristy Goodin; seven great- grandchildren, Breanna, Noah, Amy, Justin, Harley, Haley and Kerstyn; four stepchildren Bradley Smith Jr. ,Debra Smith Hughes, Terry Smith, and Gary Smith all of Harrodsburg; fifteen step grandchildren, eleven step great-grandchildren and her beloved pet dog Butterball. Ruth was also preceded in death by five sisters, one brother, and a step grandson, Derrick Hughes.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Saturday October 25, 2014 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Morris Trayner and Bro. Harold Best officiating. Visitation will be 6-9 PM Friday.

Burial in Lancaster Cemetery. Active pallbearers are Roy Walker Davis Jr., Jimmy Walton, Ronnie Lancaster, Will Hocker, Terry Smith, Gary Smith, Justin York, and Misty Walton. Honorary pallbearers are Roger Walton and Darrell Atkins. Spurlin Funeral Home Lancaster in charge of arrangements. Friday, January 23, 2015 – Barnett-Demrow- Fox Funeral Home Notice

SOUTHERLAND

SOUTHERLAND, Beverly G. Miracle February 09, 1954 – January 23, 2015 Beverly Gwen Miracle Southerland, age 60, of KY Hwy 2141 in Lincoln County, passed away Friday, January 23, 2015 at her residence. Born Tuesday, February 9, 1954 in Stanford, she was the daughter of Wanda K. Robbins Miracle of Stanford and the late Glen Miracle. Her loving husband is Randy Southerland of Lincoln County, whom she married October 25, 1975. Gwen worked as a hairdresser, and owned her own business, Miracle Cuts, in Somerset. She loved hummingbirds and to crochet, in her spare time. In addition to her husband and mother, Gwen leaves behind one son, Chris Southerland (Rebecca) of Irvine; one daughter, Beth Byrd (Joe) of Garrard County; one sister, Bonnie Shoemaker (Homer) of Stanford; and one granddaughter, Zoey Southerland. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by two infant daughters, Crystal Renee Southerland and Heather Nicole Southerland. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00AM Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home with Tom Southerland officiating the service. Marshall Wilcher, Jerry Gray Peyton, Tom Wooten, Scotty Southerland, Joe Byrd, and Mitchell Dale Miracle will serve as Active Pallbearers. Tom Bentley and Carol Leigh will serve as Honorary Pallbearers. Interment; Robbins Cemetery The Visitation will be held 5-8PM Monday, January 26, 2015 at the funeral home. Fox Funeral Home, Stanford, is entrusted with Gwen’s arrangements. Guest Book at www.barnettdemrowandfox.com. Monday, January 26, 2015 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

SPOONAMORE

SPOONAMORE, Ernest L. March 28, 1963 – January 25, 2015 Ernest L. Spoonamore, 51, of Hustonville, KY passed away on Sunday, January 25th, at the Fort Logan Hospital in Stanford. Ernest was born in Stanford, Kentucky on March 28, 1963. He was a son of the late Ernest Lee and Ida Mae (Durham) Spoonamore. He worked as a supervisor for BPI/ Affinia in Stanford. Ernest is survived by, Daughters: Misty Gail Spoonamore & Fianc- Lance Elmore of Hustonville, Kristi Nicole Spoonamore of London, Sister, Lisa Ann Lewis, Brothers, Rick & Jeff Spoonamore.3 Grandchildren: Taylor & Hailee Elmore and Carter Weybright. Girlfriend, Christina Lindsay of Hustonville. A Host of Nieces and Nephews also survive. In addition to his parents, Ernest was preceded in death by a Sister, Avonda Gail Gibbons Pallbearers Include: Teddy, Michael & Scott Lewis, Mike Eldridge, Ricky Spoonamore, Gary Hiatt, Lance Elmore and Leonard Harrison. Honorary Pallbearer: Thomas Spoonamore Funeral Services: 1:00 PM on Thursday, January 29th. Place of Service: McKnight Funeral Home. Interment: Crab Orchard Cemetery. Wednesday, January 14, 2015 – W. L. Pruitt Funeral Home Notice

TAYLOR

TAYLOR, Brenda Sue Long April 08, 1942 – January 13, 2015 Brenda Sue Long Taylor, 72 of Waynesburg passed away Tues., January 13, 2015 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center. Born April 8, 1942 in Stanford, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Norma Victory Baker Taylor. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Denton Taylor; one son, Richard Taylor of Stanford and 3 brothers: Clark (Vena) Long of Hustonville, Tobe (Anna Lee) Long of Stanford and Johnny (Phyllis) Long of Hustonville No services are scheduled. Thursday, January 08, 2015 – McKnight Funeral Home Notice

TURPIN

TURPIN, Stanley November 02, 1948 – January 07, 2015 Stanley Turpin, 66, of Crab Orchard, passed away Wednesday, January 7th, at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Hospital in Danville. Stanley was born in Danville, KY on November 2, 1948, a son of the late Robert Lee and Anna (Dodson) Turpin. He was a member of Ephesus Baptist Church. Survivors Include; his Sisters: Sarah Katherine & Husband Hayden King of Lexington, Lela Delores & Husband Harold Hendren of Harrodsburg, Brothers; Glenn Harold Turpin of Waynesburg, Bob Turpin & Companion Lisa McKenna of Crab Orchard, Jackie Turpin & Wife Sharon of Versailles, and several Nieces and Nephews . In addition to his parents, Stanley was preceded in death by Sisters, Edith Gail Coffee and Janet Elaine Young and a Brother, Leonard Marshall Turpin Pallbearers: Brian, Rodney, Chris & Rob Turpin, Steve Spears, Ray Godbey, Frank & Steven Hoeck Honorary Pallbearers: Thomas Cooper & Corey Zeznanski Funeral Services: 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 10th Officiating: Bro. Chris Fugate Place of Burial: Crab Orchard Cemetery Visitation will be after 4:00 PM, Friday, January 9, 2015 at McKnight Funeral Home and after 10:00 am, Saturday, at the Ephesus Baptist Church Place of Service: Ephesus Baptist Church Wednesday, January 07, 2015 – Barnett –Demrow–Fox Funeral Home Notice

VENOY

VENOY, Clarence F. May 14, 1917 – January 07, 2015 + U. S. Army Air Force, WWII Clarence F. Venoy, age 97, of KY Hwy 1247 in Waynesburg, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at his residence. Born Monday, May 14, 1917, in Lincoln County, he was the son of the late Jesse Clint & Bessie Mae Cornett Venoy. His loving wife is Iva Mae Howson Venoy of Waynesburg, whom he married July 30, 1943. Clarence was a US Army Air Force Veteran-the last WWII Pearl Harbor Veteran of Lincoln County. Clarence worked as a self-employed electrician and plumber, was a member of the VFW, and a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church. In addition to his wife, Clarence leaves behind three sons, Robert Venoy (Greta) of Shopville, Venton Venoy of Halls Gap, and Johnny Venoy (Brenda) of Waynesburg; three daughters, Shirley Baker (Junior) of Waynesburg, and Thelma Mercer and Jackie Mize (Bruce) both of Eubank; four brothers, Charlie Venoy of Pennsylvania, Ray Hall (Rosie) of Waynesburg, Tommy Hall (Rosetta) of South Carolina, and Joe Hall (Lois) of Somerset; two sisters, Eva Harris (Tim) of Waynesburg and Mary Coleman of Florida; 21 grandchildren; and 30+ great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Jack Venoy and Roy Hall; and one sister, Audrey Carter. A Funeral Service will be held 2:00PM Sunday, January 11, 2015 at Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home with Bro. David Gambrel officiating the service. Burial will follow in Double Springs Cemetery with Full Military Honors performed by the Caswell-Saufley Post #18 of the American Legion. The Visitation will be held 4-8PM Saturday, January 10, 2015 at the funeral home. A Second Visitation will be held 12Noon, until service time, Sunday at the funeral home. Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home, Waynesburg, is entrusted with Clarence’s arrangements. Guest Book at

www.barnettdemrowandfox.com. Friday, January 30, 2015 – Barnett-Demow-Fox Funeral Home Notice

WATTS

WATTS, Achillies Wade September 24, 1929 – January 30, 2015 + U. S. Army, WWII & Vietnam Achillies Wade “A.W.” Watts, 85, Hopkinsville, died at 1:57 a.m. January 30, 2015 at Gateway Medical Center in Clarksville, TN from complications suffered after a fall. A native of Pulaski County born September 24, 1929, he was the son of the late Squire and Margie Campbell Watts. He was SGM retired after serving 25 years in the U.S. Army during WWII and the VietNam wars. His wife, Charlean Coker Watts, died in 1982. After his military career, he served as Director for the Hopkinsville – Christian County Senior Citizen Center, which was renamed the A.W. Watts Senior Center when it relocated to its current location on West 7th Street. He is survived by his daughter, Debra Robertson of Hopkinsville, one brother, Marion Watts (Jean), of Astabula, OH and two grandsons; Kenny Robertson and Michael Robertson, both of Hopkinsville. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Wade Watts in 1961.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. EST Monday, February 2, 2015 at Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home in Waynesburg, KY with Bro. Kerry Jones officiating the service.

Burial to follow in the Pleasant Point Cemetery in Kings Mountain, KY with Full Military Rites performed by the Caswell-Saufley Post #18 of the American Legion. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at Hughart & Beard Funeral Home in Hopkinsville, KY and from 10:00 a.m. until the service hour of 1:00 p.m. EST at Barnett & Demrow Funeral Home in Waynesburg. Sunday, January 11, 2015 – Barnett-Demrow- Fox Funeral Home Notice

WILSON

WILSON, Robert L., Jr. December 13, 1963 – January 08, 2015 Robert L. Wilson, Jr., age 51, of Preachersville Road in Lincoln County, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2015 at UK Medical Center in Lexington. Born Friday, December 13, 1963 in Jacksonville, Florida, he was the son of Jane Fletcher Wilson of Stanford and the late Robert Lee Wilson, Sr. His loving wife is Dianne Davis Wilson of Stanford, whom he married December 26, 2008. Robert worked as a Respiratory Therapist for VA Medical Center and loved to farm and fish in his spare time. In addition to his wife and mother, Robert leaves behind four sons, Brandon Stratton of Lawrenceburg, Earl Tolley (Beth) of Danville, and Christopher Tolley and Jonathan Wilson (Kelsey) both of Stanford; two brothers, Kenny Wilson (Angie) and Joey Wilson both of Stanford; one sister, Becky Lanham (Doug) of Danville; three grandchildren; one granddaughter due any day now; and a special K-9 Companion, Harley. A Funeral Service will be held 1:00PM Monday, January 12, 2015 at Fox Funeral Home with Bro. Kerry Jones officiating the service. Burial will follow in Buffalo Springs Cemetery. Lonnie Wilson, Troy McKinney, Scott Meaney, Doug Lanham, Walter Harris, and Tony Dotson will serve as Active Pallbearers. The Visitation will be held 11AM-1PM Monday at the funeral home. Fox Funeral Home, Stanford, is entrusted with Robert’s arrangements. Guest Book at

www.barnettdemrowandfox.com. Monday, January 19 2015 – Spurlin Funeral Home Notice

WILSON, W

WILSON, W, illiam B. August 03, 1936 – January 19, 2015 + U. S. Navy Veteran William B. "Bill" Wilson, 78, of Stanford, KY died Monday, January 19, 2015 at his home. He was born August 3, 1936 in Highland, KY to the late William E. "Bgypt" and Chrystal Missouri Berry Wilson. Bill was a Navy veteran where he had been an Aviation Electronics and flight instructor. He had been an officer with the D.E.A. from 1974-88. He was a member of Grace Fellowship Church.

Survivors include a son, William Patrick Wilson (Cindy) of Racine, WI, two daughters, Chrystal Sue Zarnstorff (Michael)of Hustonville, KY, and Amy Jo Simmons (Johny) of Oak Creek, WI, 7 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 1 niece, 3 nephews, and sister-in-law Betsy Wilson. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Ronald K. Wilson. The family would like to offer special thanks to both Bea Stringer and Darrell Gifford for their help and support during his time of need. A memorial service will be held Friday, January 23, 2015, at 11am at Grace Fellowship Church. Visitation will begin at 10:30am at the church.

Burial will be in Camp Nelson National Cemetery with committal at 12:30pm. Reverend Vola Brown will be officiating the service. Military honors will be presented by Caswell Saufley Post #18 American Legion. Arrangements by Spurlin Funeral Home Stanford, KY