Current Obituaries
Wednesday, December 7th Edition
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Reola Alene Spencer Shuler, 84
Reola Alene Spencer Shuler
Reola Alene Spencer Shuler, the widow of William Paul Shuler, and the daughter of the late Claude and Mary Greene Spencer, was born in Huntington, West Virginia on July 9, 1938 and departed this life in LaGrange, Kentucky on Sunday, December 4, 2022 at the age of 84 years, 4 months and 25 days. She was a mother and homemaker.
Mrs. Shuler is survived by two daughters, Mary Samples of Beattyville and Sherry Epperson of LaGrange; a son, Daniel Paul Shuler of Crestwood; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; three sisters, Arvetta Shuler of Irvine, Minnie Carolyn Knox of Stanton, and Emma Barnes of Mt. Sterling; one brother, Ronnie Gayle Spencer of Stanton; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Shuler was preceded in death by four children, William Paul Shuler, Jr., Debrah Lynn Spicer, Daniel Glenn Shuler, and Ivan Daryl Shuler; and siblings, Lonnie James Spencer, Mildred Rose and Don Lane.
Visitation will be held Thursday, December 8, 2022, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Newnam Funeral Home, 108 Center Street in Beattyville, followed by the service at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be at the Mount Canaan Cemetery, Furnace Road, Stanton.
Thursday, December 1, 2022
Robert “Bob” Flinchum, 95
Robert “Bob” Flinchum
Robert “Bob” Flinchum, age 95, of Irvine, Kentucky, departed this life on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at his home.
Mr. Flinchum was born on May 27, 1927, in Beatyville, Kentucky, to the late Bert and Mary Jane Newton Flinchum. He was of the Pentecostal faith and a life member of the DAV.
In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Wilma Jean Berger Flinchum; two brothers, Floyd Flinchum and Alton Flinchum; seven sisters, Della Blevins, Mila Jean Coomer, Carol McKinzie, Callie Freeman, Mable Harvath, Lillian Brockman, and Gertrude Story; along with a grandson, Nikita Flinchum.
Survivors include his daughter, Gloria Flinchum; his son, Greg Flinchum; one sister, Dovie Flinchum; two grandchildren, April Williams and Jessica Muncie; and six great grandchildren, MaKayla Wildman, Beth, Sara, and Christina Flinchum, Kaiden and Eli Francis; along with many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends to miss him and mourn his passing.
Funeral services for Robert “Bob” Flinchum will be conducted on Monday, December 5, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. in the Lewis Home for Funerals chapel with Brother Joe David Turner officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakdale Cemetery in Irvine, Kentucky. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m., Monday until the time of services at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Military honors will be provided by American Legion Post 79 at the graveside.
Monday, November 28, 2022
Ronald Glenn Roberts, 68
Ronald Glenn Roberts
Ronald Glenn Roberts, age 68, of Irvine, Kentucky, departed this life peacefully at home after a long illness on Monday, November 28, 2022.
Ronald was born on January 3, 1954, in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Tracy W. and Hazel Sparks Roberts. He was of the Christian faith.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Roberts was preceded in death by a son, Jason Glenn Roberts.
Survivors include his loving wife of 37 years, Lois Jean "Jeanie" Reffitt Roberts; one son, Justin Shane Roberts; four grandchildren, Corbin, Madison, Chelsea and Tracy Roberts; one brother, Darrell Roberts; one sister, Linda Tribble (Charles); along with numerous nieces and nephews and relatives and friends to miss him and mourn his passing.
Funeral services for Ronald Glenn Roberts were conducted on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 11:00 a.m., graveside at the South Irvine Cemetery.
Lewis home for Funerals is honored to serve the family of Ronald Glenn Roberts.
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Marcus Wayne Thacker III, 35
Marcus Wayne Thacker III
Marcus Wayne Thacker, III, age 35, of Stacy Lane Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022.
He was born January 28, 1987, in Fayette County and was the son of Marcus Wayne Thacker, Jr. and Donna Sue Rose Thacker. He was an employee of the Irvine Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and had lived in Estill County all his life.
Survivors in addition to his parents include his sister, Jessica Diane Thacker, Madison County; two uncles: Hoy Van Thacker (Teresa) and Jessie Taylor Thacker (Sandy), both of Estill County; and one aunt, Matewood Kortbien of Estill County.
Visitation was held Friday, December 2, 2022, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home.
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Navy Dearing, 9 month old
Navy Dearing
Navy Dearing, 9-month-old, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.
She was born February, 17, 2022 to Dawson Dearing and Indya Hardy.
She is survived by her parents, Dawson Dearing and Indya Hardy; paternal grandparents, Mick Dearing and Katrina Piatt; maternal grandparents, Penny and Keisha Hardy; aunts, Asya Arvin and Shelby Dearing; and uncles, Jake Newton and Mason Hardy.
Funeral services were held at 12:00 Noon, Thursday, December 1, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home in Irvine. Friends visited Thursday from 10:00 a.m. till 12:00 Noon.
Thursday, December 1, 2022
Wanda Denise Watson, 51
Wanda Denise Watson
Wanda Denise Watson, age 51, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.
She was born in Irvine, September 22, 1971, to Bradly and Joyce Gilbert.
Wanda is survived by her partner, Earl Peters of Irvine; two sons, Steven Ferguson and Michael Ferguson (Rachel), both of Irvine; a daughter, Joyce Ballinger (Brad) of Paris; four grandchildren; two brothers: Ronald McKinney and Joey McKinney, both of Irvine; and two sisters: Gracie Henry and Tamara Isaac, both of Irvine.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bradly and Joyce Gilbert; and a brother, Steven McKinney.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 4, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine. Friends visited Sunday from 12:00 Noon till 2 p.m. Burial followed in the Peters Cemetery on Barnes Mountain.
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Ronnie P. Smith, 63
Ronnie P. Smith
Ronnie P. Smith left this world at the age of 63, on Tuesday, November 29, 2022.
Born in Winchester, Kentucky, on April 1, 1959, he was the son of the late Bobby John Smith and Reva Dixon Toler. Step-parents were John Toler, and Janice Smith.
He was a business owner and stonemason who will be sadly missed and will always hold a place in our hearts.
Survivors include five sons, Steven Smith, Michael Smith, Jonathan Ray Smith, Christopher Lee Smith, and Bryon Alexander Smith; ten grandchildren, Athena Smith, Daphne Smith, William Smith, Ashlynn Nicole Smith, Emily LeaAnn Smith, Leah Rae Smith, Hailey Eileen Smith, Shannon Lee Smith, Cheyenne Marie Caudill, and Elijah Lee Smith; one sister, Bobbie Fay Isaacs; and several extended family members and friends.
Family will receive friends at 12:00 Noon, on Monday, December 5, 2022, at the Leon Pace Memorial Chapel, beside Scobee Funeral Home, with services by Rev. Linville Spangler and Bro Bobby Sheets to begin at 1:00 p.m. with burial to follow in the Winchester Cemetery.
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Wednesday, November 30th Edition
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Robert Thomas "Robbie" Moatts, 39
Robbie Moatts
Robert Thomas "Robbie" Moatts, age 39, of Paint Lick, Kentucky, passed away at his home Thursday, November 24, 2022. He was an Estill County native, born August 21, 1983, who worked for the Bristol Group LLC in commercial construction. Robbie was also a certified welder and forklift operator; brick, block, and stone layer.
Some of his favorite things in life were spending time with family, friends, and fishing. Robbie was a gifted sleeper and could sneak a nap into any part of his day!
Robbie is survived by his wife, Kristina Moatts; two sons, David and Robert Moatts Jr.; two daughters, Mackenzie and Alyssa Moatts; two stepdaughters, Heather and Courtney Coleman; and one brother, Wayne Gray.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Rebecca Ann Moatts Gray; one sister, Bethany Jeaness Estes; and two infant brothers, Jerry Lee Gray Jr. (Lee Boy) and Franklin Lee Moatts.
Funeral services will be at Crestview Holiness Sanctuary on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be Monday evening, November 28th from 5 to 9 p.m. at the church. Burial will be on the family farm.
Lakes Funeral Home of Berea was entrusted with arrangements.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Gloria Ann Williams, 81
Gloria Ann Williams
Gloria Ann Williams, age 81, of Irvine, Kentucky, departed this life on Thursday, November 24, 2022, at the Marcum Wallace Hospital.
She was born on February 12, 1941, in Dayton, Ohio to the late Joseph Lee and Mable Rawlins Henry. In addition to her parents, Gloria was preceded in death by two sons, James Carl and Timothy Wayne Williams; five brothers, Joseph, Gilbert, Ronnie, Carl and Bill Henry; two sisters, Viola Tipton and Rita Tipton; along with a brother-in-law, Clarence Mattox.
Gloria is survived by three sisters, Mary Mattox, June Arvin (Ray), and Rebecca Pennington (Dallas); two grandchildren and two great grandchildren; and three special friends, Vanessa Angel, Carolyn Gould, and Patty Neal; along with numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends to miss and mourn her passing.
Funeral services for Gloria Ann Williams will be conducted on Monday, November 28, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Lewis Home for Funerals. Betty Awad will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Witt Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services at 1:00 p.m.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
Thursday, November 24, 2022, 2022
April Renae Wilkerson, 44
April Renae Wilkerson
April Renae Wilkerson, age 44, of Dreyfus Road in Berea, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2022, at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington.
She was born September 29, 1978, in Estill County and was the daughter of Randall Dale and Eva Mae Ramsey Gross. She was a former Clinical Med Assistant and a volunteer with Hospice. She had lived in Madison County for most of her life.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Thomas Anthony Wilkerson; one daughter, Madelyn Aubrey Wilkerson of Madison County; three sons: Ethan Travis Wilkerson,Jacob Thomas Wilkerson, and Joshua Andrew Wilkerson, all of Madison County; one sister, Melissa McDaniel of Madison County; and one brother, Robert Dale Gross of Estill County.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, November 30, 2022, 12:00 Noon at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Michael Chism officiating. Burial will be at the Madison Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12:00 Noon at the Funeral Home.
Pallbearers are Jason Wilkerson, Cecil Greenwood, Dilan Greenwood, Benjamin McDaniel, and Wesley McDaniel.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Cecil Calvin Osborne, 94
Cecil Calvin Osborne
Cecil Calvin Osborne, age 94, of South 13th Street in Hamilton, Ohio, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2022, at the Bethesda Butler Hospital in Ohio following a short illness.
He was born November 26, 1927, in Estill County and was the son of the late Hobert and Lillie Mae Johnson Osborne. He was a retired truck driver and served in the Marines during the Korean Conflict. He had lived in Ohio for most of his life.
Mr. Osborne is survived by one daughter, Janet Purvis (Jimmy) of Ohio; one son, Cecil Ray Osborne (Treva) of Ohio;two sisters: Jean Alcorn of London, and Marie Osborne of Clark County; one brother, Bobby Osborne of Estill County; six grandchildren: Johnny-Ray Carberry, Stephen Ray Osborne, Victor Calvin Osborne, Bristol Diesbach, Timmy-Dale Lewis, and Gage Purvis; and five great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Frances “Birdie” Osborne; one sister, Julia Lee Osborne; and four brothers, Elmo Osborne, David Osborne, Hobert Osborne Jr., and Wilmer Osborne.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, November 29, 2022, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was at the Sally Poore Cemetery. Visitation was held Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were Johnny-Ray Carberry, Stephen Ray Osborne, Victor Calvin Osborne, Bristol Diesbach, Timmy-Dale Lewis, and Gage Purvis.
Tuesday evening, November 22, 2022
Barbara Hensley Woosley, 81
Barbara Hensley Woosley
Barbara Hensley Woosley, age 81, stepped into heaven and into the glorious presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday evening, November 22, 2022, with Walter, her love of 64 years by her side.
She was born in Middletown, Ohio on December 4, 1940. Barbara was a strong and faithful Christian wife, mother, granny, sister, aunt, Mimi, and friend to all who loved her. She loved the Lord, and it showed in the way she loved and cared for others. She had the warmest, most hospitable nature, always putting others first. She loved to give of herself to all those around her. Barbara loved her family and loved deeply.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Mildred Hensley; a sister, Nancy Williams; and two brothers, Steven Hensley and Larry Hensley.
She is survived by her husband, Walter "Achie" Woosley; her son, Walter Scott Woosley (Susanne); her daughter, Kimberly Ann Woosley; two grandsons, Daniel Woosley (Sami) and Jacob Woosley (Jamie); four great grandsons, Julian, Alistair, Emrys and Oliver; and three great granddaughters, Harper, Remi and Kenley. She is also survived by her sisters, Bettye Rose, Peggie Abney (Herman), Brenda Webb, and Patricia Carol Wilson (Bill); brothers, Charles Hensley (Carol) and Jeff Hensley; a brother-in-law, Billy Joe Williams; and sisters-in-law, Evelyn Hensley, Nancy Hensley, Treva Wavolene Woosley Prather and Emma Woosley; as well as an abundance of treasured nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at First Baptist Church in Irvine with visitation from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and service to follow at 1:00 p.m. A brief graveside service will be held immediately following the church service at West Irvine Cemetery.
Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be Daniel Woosley, Jacob Woosley, Julian Woosley, Tyler Hensley, Brad Abney, Dennis Rose, Austin Hensley, Bryan Prather, Mike Prather, Tim Woosley, and Justin Woosley.
Donations in her memory (in lieu of flowers) would very much be appreciated to: Compassionate Care Center, 350 Isaacs Ln, Richmond, KY 40475.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
LaVaughn Stamper, 78
LaVaughn Stamper
LaVaughn Stamper, age 78, of Waco, Kentucky, departed this life on Thursday, November 24, 2022, at the Compassionate Care Hospice Center in Richmond.
He was born in Irvine, Kentucky on September 1, 1944, to the late Enoch Stamper Jr. and Myrtle Tudor Stamper.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Johnny, Ernest, and James Virgil Stamper; one sister-in-law, Betty Stamper; and one brother-in-law, Lee Crafton Sr.
LaVaughn was a member of the New Bethel Baptist Church #1 where he served as a Deacon for over ten years. He was a loving husband, father and brother. Mr. Stamper enjoyed farming, hunting and the outdoors.
Survivors include his loving wife of over 56 years, Delores Jean Harris Stamper; his daughter, Kelli Lane Robinson (John); his son, Aaron LaVaughn Stamper (Jennifer); two brothers, Billy Lindon Stamper (Paulette) and Donald Gene Stamper; and one sister, Virginia Catherine Crafton; along with four grandchildren, Justin Kyle Robinson, Holden Davis Stamper, Kennedy Grace Stamper, and Kerrington Elise Stamper; three great grandchildren, Kenley Faith Robinson, Ella Grace Robinson, and Madyson Hope Robinson; and many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends to miss and mourn his passing.
Funeral services for LeVaughn Stamper will be conducted on Sunday, November 27, 2022, in the chapel of Lewis Home for Funerals, at 11:00 a.m. with Brother Billy L. Stamper and Brother Aaron Stamper officiating. Interment will follow in the Hoover Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 26th at the funeral home from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Pallbearers will be John and Justin Robinson, Holden Stamper, Donnie Shepperson, Dylan Bryant, Stevie Fox, and John Fox.
Honorary pallbearers will be Billy Crafton, Lee Crafton, James Lee Stamper, Michael and Bob Flanagan, Shannon Faircloth, and Tobie Honaker.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Compassionate Care Hospice Center in Richmond, Kentucky.
Monday, November 21, 2022
Timothy Wayne Charles, 55
Timothy Wayne Charles
Timothy Wayne Charles age 55, formerly of Beattyville, Kentucky, passed away Monday, November 21, 2022 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, surrounded by his family, after a long illness.
Tim was born April 4, 1967, in Lexington, a son to Harold Dale Charles and Mary Stamper Flinchum. He was a disabled, certified Journeyman Pipefitter/Fabricator and was of the Christian faith. In his free time, he enjoyed being with his family, tinkering in the garage on cars, motorcycles, computers or anything he thought he could amp up to go faster. Tim was a huge fan of the show Street Outlaws, and a devoted listener to Ben Shapiro.
Along with his parents, Tim is survived by his wife of 32 years, Kimberly Charles, of Irvine; two sons: Specialist Trevor Glen Charles, United States Army of Fort Sam Houston, Texas; and Private First-Class Tory Allen Charles, United States Army of Fort Bragg, North Carolina; one daughter, Shelbi Lynn of Irvine; his faithful K-9 companion, Tucker; one brother, Anthony Charles (Amanda) of Piqua, Ohio; two brothers-in-law, Allen Riley and Jeff "Chopper" Riley; five nephews, Skye, Dylan, Matt, Boone and Kaiden; two nieces, Savannah and Kenna; five great nieces, Aaliegh, Ava, Eliza, Adaline, and Aurora; one great nephew, Elijah, and two very special aunts, Tammy and Lisa Charles, along with many other loving family members and friends.
Visitation was held Wednesday, November 23, 2022 from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 p.m. at the Booneville Funeral Home, 345 Ky. Hwy. 11 N., Booneville, followed by funeral services at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Sam McKinney officiating. Tim was laid to rest in the Albert Riley Cemetery, located in the Delvinta Community of Lee County.
Pallbearers were Trevor Charles, Tory Charles, Allen Riley, Jeff Riley, Tony Charles, and Dylan Riley.
Honorary pallbearers were Daniel “The Kid” Frantz, Tony Begley, Dallas Harrison, and Wayne Harrison.
Monday, November 21, 2022
Ruby Benton Richardson, 89
Ruby Benton Richardson
Ruby Benton Richardson, age 89, of Winchester Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Monday, November 21, 2022, at the Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital following a long illness.
She was born November 21, 1933, in Estill County and was the daughter of Charles Benton and Nora Lee Shuler Howell. She was a homemaker and a member of the Body of Christ Ministries.
Mrs. Richardson is survived by four daughters: Shirley Collett, Rita Collett, Freida Holliman, and Rhonda Devary, all of Estill County; four sons: Basslee Richardson, Jr. of Estill County, Wayne Richardson of Lee County, Ricky Richardson of Clark County, and Jerry Richardson of Estill County; 20 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and five great, great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Basslee Richardson; one daughter, Judy Richardson; one son, Larry Richardson; and three siblings, Peggy Graber, Charles Howell and Kenneth Howell.
Funeral services were conducted Friday, November 25, 2022, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bill Wesley officiating. Burial was at the Richardson Cemetery. Visitation was held Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
Pallbearers were Roger Walters, Darrell Horn, Buddy Puckett, Michael Richardson and Billy Kelley.
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