Obituaries
Sue Ann Dicken Calvert
Aug 9, 2023
Sue Ann Dicken Calvert, age 86, of Sharpsburg, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 after a short illness. She was born on July 24, 1937, in Bethel, KY to Frank Dicken and Margaret Dicken. She was a member of the Sharpsburg Christian Church and a retired banker of 32 years. Sue thoroughly enjoyed her life on the farm...
Bonnie Lou Thomas
Aug 9, 2023
Bonnie Lou Sparks Thomas, 85, of Owingsville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday morning, August 9, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born July 9, 1938 in Bath County, Kentucky, to the late Roy Lee Sparks, and Ada Jean Goodpaster Sparks.
Bonnie graduated high school, and would go on to business college. She would begin working...
Emma Sue Maggard
Aug 6, 2023
Emma Sue Maggard, 63, of Salt Lick, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on March 11, 1960 in Wise, Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Nora and Arlena Hall.
Emma was a homemaker, and enjoyed taking care of all who entered in her home.
She is survived...
Frances Clayton "Katy" Whitton
Jul 26, 2023
Frances Clayton "Katy" Whitton, 89, of Owingsville, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday evening, July 26, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born December 5, 1933 in Bath County, Kentucky, to the late Ambrose Burton Manley and Anna Dawson Garner Manley.
Katy was a loving wife, mother and mother-in-law, and was special to all her Slate Valley Christian...
Charles Ray Downey
Jul 17, 2023
Charles Ray Downey, 83, of Blevins Valley, Kentucky was called to his eternal home on Monday, July 17, 2023.
He was born in Bath County, Kentucky on October 9, 1939 to the late Roy Downey and Ethel Sorrell Downey.
Charles was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and retired from Seal Master after...
Elizabeth Staton Roberts
Jul 14, 2023
Elizabeth Roberts, 91, of Owingsville, Kentucky passed away Friday, July 14, 2023, at the Windsor Care Center.
She was born on February 24, 1932, in Owingsville to the late Claude Staton and Bessie Hatton Staton. Elizabeth was lovingly known for her sweet and kind personality and will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.Elizabeth dedicated...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...


