Obituaries
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...
Pamela Kaye Olinger
Jun 2, 2026
Pamela Kaye Cochran Olinger, 66, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. She was born on December 10, 1959, in Hazard, Kentucky, to the late Stanley Cochran Jr and Lillie Mae Pittard Cochran.
Throughout her years, Pam nurtured a love for crossword puzzles and trivia game shows. She found great joy in the companionship of her...
Johnathan Odean Prater
Jun 1, 2026
Johnathan Odean Prater, 47, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026, in Frenchburg, Kentucky. He was born in Irvin, Kentucky on March 28, 1979, to the late Odean Prater and Corine Ross Prater.
Johnathan's life was marked by many interests and passions. Whether he was spending time with family, fishing, hunting ginseng, hunting, collecting coins, or bartering, he embraced each day...
Bert Thomas Carl
Jun 1, 2026
Bert Thomas Carl, 93, of Versailles, Kentucky passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026, at his home in Versailles, Kentucky. He was born on March 18, 1933, in Bath County, to the late Bert Carl and Lorena Bryant Carl.
Bert’s journey was shaped by his heartfelt commitment to serving his country during the Korean War as a member of the Marines....
Etta Mae McFarland
May 22, 2026
Etta Mae Wright McFarland, 74, of Moorefield, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026, at her home. She was born on December 7, 1951, in Bath County, to the late, James Robert Wright and Lena Bell Eldridge Wright. Etta Mae lived a life marked by dedication, warmth, and a deep commitment to her family.
Etta Mae retired as a Team...
William Robert Purvis
May 17, 2026
William Robert Purvis, affectionately known to many as "Bobby," 73, of Owingsville, Kentucky, passed away at his home on Sunday, May 17, 2026. He was born on November 25, 1952, in Sharpsburg, Kentucky, to the late Emmitt Purvis and Emma Gean Cook Purvis. He lived a life marked by dedication to his craft, his passions, and most dearly, his family.
Bobby...
Shelia Rena Shelton
May 13, 2026
Shelia Rena Walters Shelton, 61, of Hope, Kentucky, passed away at her home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. She was born in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky on October 24, 1964. The daughter of Edwin Walters and the late Lillian Davis Walters. Shelia was a person whose outgoing spirit and warm heart left a lasting impression on all who had the privilege...
Jennie
May 1, 2026
Virginia Dufresne, affectionately known as Jennie, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, May 1, 2026 at the age of 71. She was born on August 27, 1954, in Powell County, Kentucky, to the late Albert Holder and Mary Burris Newman. She dedicated her life to caring for others, serving as a nurse at the Windsor Care Center in...
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