Obituaries
Mary C. Young Roberts
Jun 12, 2025
Mary C. Young Roberts, 104, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025 at the Ridgeway Nursing Home. She was born on August 4, 1920, in Bath County, Kentucky, to the late Claude Young and Jesse (Myers) Young.
Mary worked as a sales associate for Williamson Furniture. Her passion for interior decoration was evident in her work and in her personal life. Mary...
James Watson Thomas
Jun 11, 2025
James Watson Thomas, known affectionately as "Watson," passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family at the age of 86. He was born in Suddith, Kentucky to the late Ed Thomas and Ethel Mullins Thomas. He dedicated his professional life to the electrical industry, retiring as a Group Leader from Square D in Lexington,...
Stewart Wayne Brashear
Jun 5, 2025
Stewart Wayne Brashear, 73, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Stewart was born on October 11, 1951, in Hazard, Kentucky to the late Blaine Brashear and Eva Pratt Brashear.
Stewart had a distinguished career as a Captain with the Lexington Fire Department, where he devoted many years to safeguarding his community. His dedication and bravery left an...
Justine Sorrell
May 26, 2025
Justine Sorrell, 95, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away Monday May 26, 2025, at Ridgeway Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on February 18, 1930, in Bath County to the late John S. Whitton and Mabel Atchinson Whitton.
Justine had a distinguished career as a secretary at The Insurance Center, working alongside her roles at the Owingsville Meat Packing Plant, Richardson's IGA...
Dorothy Frances Ulery
May 11, 2025
Dorothy Frances Ulery, 96, of Salt Lick, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025. She was born on May 24, 1928, in Bath County to the late Ezra Kincaid and Mary Robinson Kincaid. Dorothy was a proud graduate of the Owingsville High School.
Dorothy was known for her remarkable skills in sewing, cooking, and gardening, which she lovingly shared with...
Francisco "Frankie" Sanchez Vazquez
May 8, 2025
Francisco "Frankie" Sanchez Vazquez, 58, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away on May 8, 2025. He was born on February 26, 1967, in Tamaulipas, Mexico.
Frankie's passion for cooking and hosting cookouts was an expression of his vibrant spirit and his deep appreciation for gathering loved ones together. His ability to create memorable moments through shared meals and laughter endeared him...
Roger Dale Dillon
May 3, 2025
Roger Dale Dillon, 80, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the UK St. Claire Hospital in Morehead, Kentucky. He was born in Floyd County, Kentucky on February 13, 1945, to the late James and Dreama Dillon. Roger dedicated a significant portion of his life to education, serving as principal at Oldtown and Warnock Elementary along...
Shirley Butcher
May 2, 2025
Shirley Butcher, 85, of Owingsville, passed away Friday, May 2, 2025, at her home. She was born on November 12, 1939, in Clark County to the late Hord Reed and Cynthia Peters Reed. Shirley lived a life full of dedication and warmth. She retired after 39 years of service at Osram Sylvania, where her work ethic and commitment earned her...
Eva Carolyn Orme
May 2, 2025
Eva Carolyn McQueen Orme, 85, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away Friday, May 2, 2025, at the St. Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling. She was born on September 9, 1939 in Lee County to the late Edgial and Nancy Reba (Collins) McQueen.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her late husbands, RG Alexander and Harold Orme, one...
Brenda Sue Ulery
Apr 21, 2025
Brenda Sue Ulery, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away April 21, 2025, at Mayfair Manor Nursing Home in Lexington KY. After a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s, she met the journey with unwavering grace and quiet strength for more than a decade.
Brenda was born on September 16, 1955, in Bath County, KY. She was a devoted...
Carolyn Coyle
Apr 17, 2025
Carolyn Highley Coyle, 87, of Owingsville, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Windsor Care in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. She was born on March 23, 1938, in Mt. Sterling, to the late, Albert Highley and Eula Pergram Highley. For 27 years, she dedicated herself to the food service industry, working at Ridgeway Nursing and Rehab for 17 years and...
Ralph Wesley Tincher
Apr 13, 2025
Ralph Wesley Tincher, 66, of Sharpsburg, Kentucky passed away on April 13, 2025. He was born on May 3, 1958, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to the late James and Clara Francis Tincher.
Ralph's life was marked by his numerous interests and passions. He had a deep love for trading and auctions, and he valued spending time with family. His approach to...
Harold Dale Holland
Apr 8, 2025
Harold Dale Holland, 90, of Lexington, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Windsor Care Center in Mt. Sterling. He was born on February 27, 1935, in Bath County, to the late Nesbitt Holland and Effie Mullins Holland.
Harold was the owner and operator of Holland's Contract Carpets, where his commitment to quality and customer service endeared him to...
Carolyn Sue Treadway
Apr 3, 2025
Carolyn Sue Treadway, 79, of Sharpsburg, Kentucky passed in the comfort of her home on April 3, 2025. She was born on October 31, 1945 in Bourbon County, Kentucky to the late Ernest Townsend and Gladys Lee Clem Oder.
Carolyn was a member of the Howards Mill First Church of God and enjoyed the time with her church family and attending...
Cheryl Marie Young
Mar 17, 2025
Cheryl Marie Young, 76, of Owingsville, KY passed away on Monday March 17, 2025. She was born on April 14, 1948 in Portsmouth, OH to the late John F. Hall and Audrey Thompson Hall. Cheryl graduated from Minford High School in Minford, OH in the class of 1966. She was a longtime faithful member of the Church of Christ.
In addition...
Nancy LaNell Manley
Mar 5, 2025
Nancy LaNell Manley, 83, of Sharpsburg, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. She was born in Bath county on June 26, 1941 to the late Wilburn and Margaret Johnson.
Nancy was a devoted member of the Full Gospel Christian Church, where her faith played a central role in her life. Her commitment to her beliefs was evident in all...
Lacy Thomas Crouch
Mar 4, 2025
Lacy Thomas "Tom" Crouch, 63, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. He was born in Mt. Sterling on November 3, 1961, to Mary (Blevins) Crouch and the late William H. Crouch.
Tom had a passion for the great outdoors and enjoyed fishing, camping, and traveling. His love for nature brought joy not only to himself but also...
James Pressley Rawlings
Mar 4, 2025
James Pressley “Sonny” Rawlings, 80, of Owingsville KY, passed away on Tuesday, March 4,2025. Born in Bath County Kentucky on November 26, 1944, he was the son of the late James Pressley Rawlings and the late Atha Snedegar Rawlings.
Sonny is survived by his wife, Tera Lee Ritchey Rawlings, Owingsville KY; brother, Larry (Marty)Rawlings of Trinity FL and sister, Sue (Doug)...
Ricky Lee Vice
Mar 1, 2025
Ricky Lee Vice, 18, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Bath County. He was born on February 6, 2007, in Morehead, Kentucky. The son of Ricky Vice of Sharpsburg, Kentucky and Rebecca Goodpaster Sams (Perry) of Carlisle, Kentucky. Ricky was a senior at Bath County High School, where...
Christopher Shawn Williams
Feb 28, 2025
Christopher Shawn Williams, of Owingsville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025 at his home. He was born on December 14, 1974, in Lexington, Kentucky. The son of Millie Ledford Utterback of Owingsville and the late Harold Williams.
Christopher worked in lawn care and was known among friends and family as a jack of all trades who enjoyed tinkering with...