Obituaries

Bobby Clayton Vance

Bobby Clayton Vance

Jul 4, 2023

Bobby Clayton Vance, 82, of Owingsville passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023 in the comfort of his own home surrounded by family.

He was born on October 21, 1940, in Bath County, Kentucky to the late Herman Vance and Lillie Roberts Vance.

Bobby was known for his dedication and relentless work ethic throughout his life.  He was a lifelong farmer...

Wanda Sue Reed

Wanda Sue Reed

Jun 25, 2023

Wanda Sue Reed, known to friends and family as Susie, passed away on June 25, 2023, at Baptist Health Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.

She was born on December 18, 1968, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to late Elbert Jones Reed Sr. and Myrtle Mae Crump Reed.

Throughout her life, Susie was known for her soft heart and kind nature. She enjoyed...

Mark Daniel Revoir

Mark Daniel Revoir

Jun 24, 2023

Mark Daniel Revoir, 43, of New Orleans, Louisana passed away June 24, 2023.

He was born on June 5, 1980.  The son of Bruce Revoir and Sharon Goodwin.

Mark's life was one filled with creativity, compassion, and a deep love for animals. He touched the lives of many through his art and his heartfelt desire to help those in need.Survivors...

Donald Ray Roberts

Donald Ray Roberts

Jun 11, 2023

Donald Ray Roberts (known by his friends simply as Duck) passed away June 11th at his home in Sarasota, Florida after an extended illness, at the age of 68.

Donnie was born and raised in Owingsville, Kentucky where he spent most of his life. He was the owner/operator of DJ's Buster Burger with his wife Jan, and Roberts Surveying Inc....

Mary Lois Butler

Mary Lois Butler

Jun 10, 2023

Mary Lois Manley Butler, Lexington, KY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 10th 2023. She was born in Mt. Sterling, KY on November 18, 1947 to Mary Margaret Manley and James Calvin Manley. After graduating from Bath County High School in 1965, she attended Morehead State University, receiving a degree in secretarial science. She was preceded in death by her...

Elizabeth Jane Foster Warner

Elizabeth Jane Foster Warner

Jun 7, 2023

Elizabeth Jane Foster Warner, 83 of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, a former resident of Owingsville, passed away Wednesday morning, June 7, 2023 at the Windsor Care Center in Mt. Sterling.

She was born January 11, 1940 in  Bath County, Kentucky to the late Denie and Lillian Colliver Foster.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband,...

Alex Wayne Junior Sumpter

Alex Wayne Junior Sumpter

May 29, 2023

Alex Wayne Junior Sumpter, 57, of Bethel, Kentucky passed away Monday, May 29, 2023 at his home after an extended illness.

He was born in Georgetown, Kentucky on November 2nd, 1965 to his parents Diana Hopkins Sumpter and the late Alex Junior Sumpter, he grew up valuing the importance of family and community.Alex found his passion in life working at...

William Michael (Mike) Butcher

William Michael (Mike) Butcher

May 28, 2023

William Michael (Mike) Butcher, a simple man known for going above and beyond for others, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, May 28, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was 67 years old.Born on December 20, 1956, in Frenchburg, Kentucky to the late Johnnie and Barbara Hobbs Butcher. Mike graduated from high school and began working as...

John Gerald Vanlandingham

John Gerald Vanlandingham

May 23, 2023

John Gerald Vanlandingham, 81, of Owingsville, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at the Ridgeway Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Owingsville.

He graduated from high school and served in the United States Army. He was employed by Rockwell International of Winchester, Kentucky and later hired by the state to work on Interstate 64.

He was preceded in death by...

Kenneth Ray Purvis

Kenneth Ray Purvis

May 20, 2023

Kenneth Ray Purvis, also known as "Kenny", passed away on May 20th, 2023, after an extended illness, at St. Claire Regional Medical Center. He was born in Bath County on March 28th, 1950, to the late Millard Edward Purvis and Millie Francis Purvis. Kenny was a hardworking man who owned and operated Kenny Purvis Builders Inc. and Bourbon Lumber Company, where...

Gerald Wayne Armitage

Gerald Wayne Armitage

May 11, 2023

Gerald Wayne Armitage, loving husband, devoted father, and caring friend hit his final home run on Thursday, May 11, 2023. He was born on November 24, 1956, in Dayton, Ohio, to Mary Jo Patton Armitage Triplett and the late Calvin Armitage.

Gerald graduated from Bath County high school in 1974 and began working with his father Calvin at Armitage Auto...

Billy Scott Robinson

Billy Scott Robinson

May 8, 2023

The world lost a lifelong farmer, Billy Scott Robinson, on May 8th, 2023, when he passed away at St. Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling. He was a kind soft-hearted person with a passion for farming and gardening. He was born on June 7th, 1940, in Bath County to the late Austin Newton Robinson and Lucy Copher Robinson.

He was preceded...

Jeffery Dale Adkins

Jeffery Dale Adkins

May 6, 2023

Jeffery Dale Adkins, fondly known as Jeff, passed away at St. Claire Regional Medical Center on Saturday, May 6th, 2023, after a brave battle with a brief illness. He was born on August 10th, 1965. The son of the late Clyde Adkins and Lorene Hollar Adkins.  Jeff was a kind-hearted man who dedicated his life to serving others. He will...

Sidney Taylor Harmon

Sidney Taylor Harmon

May 4, 2023

Sidney Taylor Harmon, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home on May 4th, 2023 after an extended illness. He was born on June 8th, 1939, in Bath County. Sidney will always be remembered for his warm personality and great sense of humor.Sidney spent most of his professional career as General Manager at Southern...

Margaret "Peggy" Lucille Miller

Margaret "Peggy" Lucille Miller

May 2, 2023

Margaret "Peggy" Lucille Miller, born on January 15th, 1944, in Layland Ohio, passed away at the age of 79 in Bath County, Kentucky on May 2nd, 2023. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother.Peggy was a dedicated and hard-working woman who spent many years serving as a bus driver for Holmes County Training Center before retiring. She...

Howell Henry Mahaney III

Howell Henry Mahaney III

Apr 30, 2023

Howell "Bud" Henry Mahaney III, 77, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away Sunday, April 30, 2023 at his home. 

He was born in Dayton, Kentucky on December 21, 1945.  The son of the late Howell Henry Mahaney II and Genevieve Dennis Mahaney. 

Bud was United States Army veteran, having proudly served during the Vietnam era.  He went on to work many...

Eulala Copher Donahue

Eulala Copher Donahue

Apr 29, 2023

Eulala Copher Donahue, 87, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away Saturday morning, April 29, 2023, after a brief illness. 

She was born in Bath County on August 18, 1935.  The daughter of the late Clark Copher and Lula Mae Yarber Copher. 

Eulala was very devoted to her faith and family.  She served her church as a board member and a Sunday...

Beverly Ethel Warren

Beverly Ethel Warren

Apr 27, 2023

Beverly Ethel Ulery Warren, 76, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023 surrounded by her family at home. 

She was born on September 15, 1946 in Bath County to the late, Raymond Ulery and Dora Goodpaster Ulery. 

Beverly worked many years as a private caregiver.  She enjoyed watching television, cooking, listening to music and spending time with her...

William Allen White

William Allen White

Apr 23, 2023

William Allen "Corky" White, 63, of Morehead, Kentucky, formerly of Owingsville passed away Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the St. Elizabeth Hospital in Fort Thomas, Kentucky after an extended illness. 

He was born on February 18, 1960 in Rowan County, Kentucky.  He was the son of the late Charles Vernon White and Theora Frances Elam Gose. 

Corky was a kind...

Virginia Rose Smith

Virginia Rose Smith

Apr 23, 2023

Virginia Rose Reid "Jenny" Smith, 86, of Bethel, Kentucky passed away Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. 

She was born on August 4, 1936 in Nicholas County, Kentucky to the late Farris Reid and Edith Whitton Reid. 

Jenny was a graduate of the Nicholas County High School and the Bluegrass Beauty School in...