Obituaries
Michael Palisano
Oct 21, 2026
MICHAEL PALISANO MEMORIAL OBITUARY
Hi, everyone. Early Wednesday morning, my twin brother, Michael Palisano, lost his long fight against diabetes, which caused a host of other medical issues, such as end stage renal failure. He follows my mother Ann Palisano who we lost six months ago in March.
One of my favorite memories of Michael was when my parents brought us to...
Arley Douglas "Doug" Hatton
Oct 19, 2026
Arley Douglas “Doug” Hatton, 87, of Owingsville, Kentucky, passed away Monday, October 19, 2026 at his home.
He was born on March 8, 1939 in Excello, Ohio, a son of the late Banks and Clisty McGlothin Hatton.
Doug was retired from Texas Eastern where he had worked as the plant supervisor and he was a United States Army Veteran.
He was a faithful...
Kenneth Dwayne Butler
Oct 17, 2026
Kenneth Dwayne Butler, 70 of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Mt. Sterling. He was born October 1, 1956 in Odessa, Texas to the late Leo Butler and Edith Morrison Butler Payne.
Mr. Butler was a retired tractor mechanic and enjoyed hunting.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Stephen Payne.
Survivors include...
Loretta Smith Thornsberry
Oct 6, 2026
Loretta Smith Thornsberry, 56, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday October 6, 2026, at her home, surrounded by family.
She was born on June 8, 1970 in Rowan County to the late Melvin Ray Smith and Sarah Martha Stevens Smith.
Loretta was a homemaker who took great pride in caring for her family and her home. she enjoyed gardening, cooking and...
Brenda Schulte
Sep 30, 2026
Brenda "Scottie" Riddell Schulte, 79, of Owingsville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at St. Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky.
She was born on December 29, 1946 to the late Walter Scott Riddell and Lucy Hart Riddell.
Brenda lived a life marked by learning, creativity, and deep devotion to those she loved. She obtained her Bachelor's Degree from Morehead...
Kaceton Drew Cox
Sep 17, 2026
Kaceton Drew Cox, son of Wesley Cox and Tammy Linville, was stillborn at birth and joined the heavenly angels on Thursday, September 18, 2026, at UK Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.
He was preceded in death by two brothers; Zayden Cox and Phoenyx Austin Gage Cox and a sister, Kaydence Eliza Jade Cox.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his...
Dean Garwood
Sep 12, 2026
Dean Garwood, 60, of Heflin, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the UK Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.
Dean was a long-time over-the-road truck driver who took pride in his work and enjoyed the many miles and experiences that came with it. Outside of work, he loved riding motorcycles and tinkering with off-road vehicles. Dean was strong-willed, independent,...
David Ray Barger
Sep 2, 2026
David Ray Barger, 74, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at his home. He was born in Hazard, Kentucky on December 20, 1951, to the late Floyd Barger and Juanita Carpenter Barger.
David was truly a jack of all trades. He was skilled in carpentry, plumbing, and many other trades throughout the years, always willing to lend his...
Dennis Ralph Carman
Aug 30, 2026
Dennis Ralph Carman passed quietly in his home on August 30, 2026. Dennis was born on March 22, 1948, the youngest son of Ralph and Mary Markwell Carman in Winchester, KY.
Dennis was bold and courageous, always willing to do what he felt called to do, yet often humble to admit when he was wrong. He lived a life of faith...
Dr. Russell Lee Skinner
Aug 28, 2026
Russell Lee Skinner, DVM, 66, of Mt. Sterling, died August 28, 2026 at the University of Kentucky Albert Chandler Hospital after a brave six month battle with brain cancer.
Born June 12, 1960 in Lexington, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Russell Virgil and Jean Razor Skinner. He was a veterinarian who cherished serving the people and pets of...
David Ray Reffitt
Aug 8, 2026
David Ray Reffitt, 56, of Brownsville, Pennsylvania and formerly of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on February 15, 1970, in Mt. Sterling. The son of Patricia Anderson and the late Willie Ray Reffitt.
David enjoyed making jewelry and gardening, especially tending to his flowers. He also loved...
Mary Sue Snedegar
Aug 6, 2026
Mary Sue Snedegar, 84, of Owingsville, Kentucky, passed away at her home surrounded by her beloved family, on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
She was born on March 8, 1942, in Salt Lick, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Claude and Dorothy Goldy.
Mary Sue was a lifelong educator who dedicated her life to teaching and serving others. She graduated from...
David Wayne Bussell
Aug 3, 2026
David Wayne Bussell, 75, of Lexington, Kentucky passed away Monday, August 3, 2026 at the UK Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington. He was born in Nicholas County on December 24, 1950, to the late Everett D. Bussell and Viola Farris Bussell.
David was a proud veteran of the United States National Guard, serving with the 201st Combat Engineers in Carlisle, Kentucky....
Linda Sue Ratliff
Jul 23, 2026
Linda Sue Ratliff, 73, of Bethel, Kentucky passed away Thursday, July 23, 2026, in Fleming County. She was born on January 10, 1953, in Nicholas County to the late, Delman Ratliff and Mary Willoughby Ratliff.
Linda worked for several years as a seamstress at Bath Manufacturing and later spent time as a cashier at Walmart. She enjoyed crafting, working crossword puzzles,...
James Lee Thompson
Jul 18, 2026
James "Jim" Lee Thompson, 62, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026 at his home surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on April 26, 1964 in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to the late James Alfred Thompson and Emma Louise McGlothin Thompson.
James was a dedicated Plant Coordinator for American Highway Fence. He found great joy in woodworking, hunting...
Patsy Myers Crouch Watts
Jul 17, 2026
Patsy Myers Crouch Watts, 82, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away at her home on Friday, July 17, 2026. She was born on September 2, 1943, in Bethel, Kentucky, to the late, Rex Ragan Crouch and Ruth Myers Crouch.
Patsy‘s roots in Bethel remained close to her heart, visiting often to recall childhood memories. She was a Morehead State University graduate...
Janice Faye Hatton
Jul 4, 2026
Janice Faye Brown Hatton, 85, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. She was born on April 3, 1941, in Montgomery County, to the late, Willie Brown and Margaret Chandler Brown.
Janice devoted 31 years of service as a seamstress at Jockey. Her commitment and professionalism served as an inspiration...
Mary Linda Copher
Jun 17, 2026
Mary Linda Warner Copher, 78, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington. She was born on October 23, 1947, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, to the late James A. "Hick" Warner and Margaret Stone. Mary Linda lived a life marked by committed service, community leadership, and deep love for her family.
Mary Linda devoted much of...
Betty Lou Jackson
Jun 13, 2026
Betty Lou Holbrook Jackson, 66, of Owingsville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at UK St. Claire Hospital. She was born on September 5, 1959, in Mt Sterling, Kentucky to the late Dewey Kel Holbrook and Nora Eva (Burton) Holbrook.
Betty Lou was known for her passions that brought joy to her life and those around her. She...
Pamela Stull Wright
Jun 5, 2026
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Pamela Stull Wright, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, who departed this world on June 5, 2026, after a prolonged illness. Born on February 9, 1960, in the city of Mount Sterling, Kentucky, Pam was a beacon of warmth and kindness, leaving an unforgettable mark on everyone she encountered.
Pam was...
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