Obituaries

Billy Michael Graham, 66, of Columbia, died Friday, September 17, 2021 at his residence.  He was born on October 9, 1954 in Rushville, IN to the late Billy Earl and Evelyn Means Graham.

Mr. Graham was a member of 3Trees Church and a veteran of the U. S. Army.  He enjoyed fishing, watching old westerns and collecting knifes.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Curtis Graham of Columbia, KY; three children, Amy Nichols (Joey) of Galveston, TX, Mary Howard (Jesse) of Columbia, KY and Larry Knight of Decatur, IN; seven grandchildren, Katelynn Nichols, Austin Nichols, Trinity Elliott, Chelsey Elliott, Ethan Howard, Faithlyn Howard, Emily Howard; and two great grandbabies on the way; four siblings, Dennis Eugene Graham (Darlene) of Connersville, IN, Thomas Matthew Graham (Bonnie) of Greensburg, IN, Timothy Mark Graham (Janet) of Smithfield, VA, and Robert Paul Graham (Kim) of Smithfield, VA, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Juanita Marie Naylor.

Mr. Graham chose cremation and a memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, October 9, 2021 at the Green River Spillway Pavilion.

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Michael Collins, 65, of Glensfork, died Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Norton’s Hospital in Louisville, KY.  He was born on February 25, 1956 in Columbia, to the late Ray and Cassalene Hammond Collins.

Michael attended Coffey’s Grove Separate Baptist Church and was a member of the Adair County Cattlemen’s Association.  He was a farmer and employee of A & S Livestock.

Survivors include his wife Linda Brown Collins of Glensfork, KY; a son, Chris Collins (Ashley) of Campbellsville, KY; a step-son, James Buchanan (Tara) of Columbia, KY; two grandchildren, Kiara and Sarai Collins, and several nieces, nephews, friends and other relatives.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Collins.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Regan Cemetery.  A walk-thru visitation will be after 10 a.m. Tuesday at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Bro. Eric Antle and Bro. Garnett Hammond will be officiating and pallbearers will be Jason Campbell, Tony Aaron, Mark Antle, Matt Brummett, Joey Campbell and Chase Hatcher.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Gideon Bibles.

The family request that everyone attending wear a mask or face covering.

The funeral service will be live-streamed on Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home facebook page at 2 p.m. Tuesday.

Janice Kay Appleby, 64, of Columbia, died Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Taylor Regional Hospital.  She was born in Adair County on September 18, 1956 to the late Owen M. and Helen Bennett Thompson.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Appleby; and a sister, April Bunch.

Mrs. Appleby was a former employee of Oshkosh #1 and was a former singer with the Bennett Family group.  She enjoyed crocheting, doing crafts and camping.  She loved spending time with her family and friends, and never met a stranger.

Survivors include two children, Chris Appleby (Jennifer) and Angel Grider (Adam), both of Columbia; five grandchildren, Samantha Appleby, Zachary Appleby, Austin Kinnett, Jayden Foster and Landyon Grider; four siblings, Rickey J. Thompson (Sharon), Tony Cleo Thompson (Scotty), Dianna Roy (Nick) and Stacy Corbin; several nieces, nephews, friends and other relatives, including a special uncle, Chandler Bennett.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, September 19, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Loy Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Saturday (Janice’s birthday) from 4-8 p.m., and will continue on Sunday until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Bro. Elbert Hadley will be officiating and pallbearers will be: Clint Maggard, Buddy Karnes, Adam Grider, Dwight Kinnett, Matthew Brummett and Ricky “Bubba” Coffey.  Honorary pallbearers will be Harley Richie, Carl Jones, Glen Yoder, Sharon Yoder and Chandler Bennett.

D.L. Jessie, Jr., 70, of Columbia, died Monday, September 13, 2021 at his home.

He was born June 9, 1951 in Adair County, to the late Delmar LaRue and Ruby England Jessie. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Steven Jessie. Jr., was a member of Columbia Baptist Church, where he served as deacon, trustee, usher and in any capacity he was asked, a member of Columbia Lodge #96, was owner and operator of Jessie’s Fruit Market for many years, a member of the Gideon’s, was on the Citizen Advisory Board of the ACYDC, and a former driver for Rogers Trucking.

Survivors include: wife – Donna Polston Jessie of Columbia, son and daughter-in-law – Lee and Joni Jessie of Columbia; daughter and son-in-law – Kim and Brett Farmer of Knifley; grandchildren – Landon, Baylee and Lauren Jessie, Issac, Luke, Jacob and Gabrielle Farmer; sisters – Ruth Williams of Glasgow and Hattie Lee Ramsey of Columbia; and several other relatives and friends.

Funeral service – Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Columbia Baptist Church with Bro. Randy Johnson and Bro. Aaron LaBarge officiating. Burial will be in Haven Hill Cemetery.

Visitation after 4 p.m. Friday at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, and after 10 a.m. Saturday at the church. There will be no visitation at the funeral home on Saturday.

Casket Bearers: Landon Jessie, Henry Graves, Dale Blackwell, Derek King, Greg Mann, and Joe Rogers; honorary: Deacons of Columbia Baptist Church, Brotherhood Sunday School Class members, Ron Bryant, Dr. Richard Perkins, Mike England and his grandchildren.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

Bonda Dean Taylor, 65, of Columbia, died Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset.

She was born May 20, 1956, in Adair County, to the late David Lee and Annabelle Shirley Taylor. Bonda was a member of First Baptist Church, an avid University of Louisville fan and was always a big supporter of her family in whatever sport they were playing.

Survivors include: sisters – her twin, Rhonda Taylor of Bowling Green, Anna Nell (Freddy) Smith, and Valenia (David) Johnson both of Columbia; brothers – Danny Taylor of Columbia, Kevin (Lisa) Taylor of Somerset, and Erik Stapleton of Columbia; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.

Funeral service – Sunday, September 12, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Rev. Ronnie Bryant delivering the eulogy. Visitation is after noon on Sunday.

Pallbearers – Taran Taylor, Kendrick Smith, Derrick Miller, Chad Bridgewaters and Kevin Bridgewaters; honorary pallbearers – Yves White, Troy White, Brian White, Shawn White, Keenan Bridgewaters and Joseph Smith.

Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

Ronnie Jessie, 79, of Columbia, died Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY.  He was born in Adair County on April 9, 1942 to the late Ovie and Nina Compton Jessie.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Faye England Jessie.

Mr. Jessie was a member of the Red Lick Missionary Baptist Church and later attended the Wells Chapel Missionary Baptist Church.  Ronnie was a simple man that enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors include three children, Dwayne Jessie (Libby) of Columbia, David Jessie (Holly) of Columbia; and Cyndi Aubin (Kevin) of Louisville, KY; six grandchildren, Kurt Jessie (Sarah), Kent Jessie (Ashtin Hancock), Samantha Giles (Chaz), Karli Giles (Van), Amanda Frames (Kyle) and Megan Gray (Dylan); five great grandchildren, Harper Jessie, Owen Jessie, Josie Giles, Lukas Frames and Hudson Gray; a sister, Wanda Moore (Davis) of Glasgow, KY and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Moore Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Tuesday after 10 a.m. at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Kenneth Nell Taylor, 89, of Columbia, died Monday, September 6, 2021 at Summit Manor Nursing Home.  He was born on September 4, 1932 in Gradyville, KY to the late Herschel and Bessie Moore Taylor.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Coomer Taylor.

Mr. Taylor was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church and a former truck driver for Rogers Trucking Company.

Survivors include a granddaughter Tabitha Taylor; two great grandchildren; a great great grandchild and several cousins, including his caregiver Pat Reliford.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Vickie Dulin, a son Houston Taylor, a granddaughter Stacy Schindler, and three great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Moore Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Friday from 5-8 p.m. and will continue on Saturday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Rev. William Davenport will be officiating.

Garry Michael “Mike” Willis, 66, of Columbia, died Sunday, September 12, 2021 at T. J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY.  He was born in Adair County on September 27, 1954 to the late Jacob “Jake” Willis and Rachel Sneed Willis of Columbia, who survives.

Mike was a member of the Jones Chapel United Methodist Church and a truck driver for Pyles Excavating.  He enjoyed mowing, fishing and spending time with his family.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife Treasa Curry Willis of Columbia; five children, Jacob Willis, Jennifer Ann Willis and Joshua Warf all of Columbia; Debbie Eaton (Timothy) of Glasgow, KY and Angie Irvin (Ricky) of Edmonton, KY; four grandchildren, Trevor Willis, Tori Eaton, Peyton Eaton and Colton Irvin; three great grandchildren, Aubrey Willis, Andrew Willis and Zoey Eaton; his father-in-law, Thomas Curry of Greensburg, KY; four siblings Ricky Willis (Helen) of Columbia, David Willis (Penny) of Cecilia, KY, Ann Cox of Campbellsville, KY and Mark Willis (Debbie) of Columbia; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his mother-in-law Jody Curry.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, September 16, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, with burial in the Haven Hill Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. and will continue on Thursday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Bro. Jonathan Willis will be officiating.

Vickie Sue McClister, 61, of Columbia, KY died Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville, KY.  She was born on September 2, 1960 in Columbia, to L. T. and Gay Vails Richards, who survives.  She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Lannie McClister, and a grandson, Richard Kerr.

Vickie was of the Holiness faith and a caregiver to her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by a daughter, Stephanie Wolf; two step-children, Lana Rae McClister and Charles Dewayne McClister; three grandchildren, Adam Rooks (Crysta Coleman), Charles “Chuck” Harrell (Lacey) and Michiah Baxter; four great-grandchildren, Zachary Freels, Ethan Rooks, Brandon Rooks and Chloe Rooks; a step great-grandchild, little Al Wagner; three siblings; Herbert “Rusty” Richards (Connie), Glenn “Fuzzy” Richards (Lisa Sopha) and Timothy “Timmy” Richards; nieces and nephews, Abigail Richards, Anissa Orender (Clayton), Dustin Richards, Jessie Yike, Vincent Richards, Ryan Browning and Kaitlyn Curry; two aunts, Delores Spoon and Lucy Long; and family friends, Tracy Gilbert and Justin “Jay” Joyner (Kayla Stevens).

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the McClister Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. and will continue on Thursday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Bro. John Loy will be officiating and pallbearers will be Mike Milburn, Derrick Sawyers, Chuck Harrell, Vincent Richards, Tracy Gilbert, and Michiah Baxter.

The services will be live streamed on Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home Facebook page at 1 p.m. Thursday.

Edward Archie Claiborne, 85, of Columbia, died Thursday, September 2, 2021 at Grandview Nursing Home in Campbellsville, KY.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Julius and Edith Hunter Claiborne.

Mr. Claiborne was of the Church of Christ faith and an Auto Body Repairman.  He enjoyed antiques and collecting baseball cards.

Survivors include his son, Kevin Claiborne of Columbia; two grandsons Dylan and Dusty Claiborne, both of Columbia; five siblings, Billy Coe, Donald Ray White, Bessie Cape, Martha Smith and Marie Millner; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Freedom Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Wednesday after 10 a.m. at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Bro. Carlie Riggs will be officiating.

Travis Eugene Bryant, 75, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, September 5, 2021 at his residence.  He was born on April 14, 1946 in the Ella Community of Adair County to the late Leonard Edgar and Nellie Pearl Roberts Bryant.  He was also preceded in death by an infant brother, Leonard Bryant, Jr.

Mr. Bryant was a member of the New Hope Separate Baptist Church and the caretaker for the New Hope Cemetery for many years.  His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife of nearly 55 years, Frances Elaine Bever Bryant of Columbia, KY; three daughters, Angela Elaine Harrison (David) of Louisville, KY, Tina Marie Brock (Daniel) of Louisville, KY and Crystal Dawn Huckaby (Lance) of Russell Springs, KY; six grandchildren, Hannah Roach, Ashley Hartin (Caleb), Abigail Roach, Christian Harrison, Gracie Huckaby and Talan Huckaby; a great granddaughter, Madeline Trent; eight siblings, Glenda Bryant, Sharon Bryant, Beverly Teramoto (Roy), Debbie Bryant Hudson, Clifton Bryant (Velma), Bennie Bryant (Dora), Merriel Bryant (Maw), Michael Bryant (Monica) and Danny Bryant (Susan); several niece, nephews, friends and other relatives.

Mr. Bryant chose cremation and a private memorial service will be held at New Hope Cemetery.

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Austin Lee Stotts, Sr, 57, of Campbellsville, KY, died Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Taylor Regional Hospital Emergency Room.

He was born April 10, 1964, in Louisville, KY, to the late Alton and Nora Bell Edwards Stotts. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a daughter, Tiffany Stotts. Austin was a member of Pleasure Ridge General Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.

Survivors include: sons – Austin Stotts, Jr and Michael Burton, both of Campbellsville, KY; sisters – Mary Ann Stotts of Louisville, KY and Patricia J. Zagata of China Grove, NC; grandchildren – Kailey Lozano, Cameryn Belliveau, Aaliyah Johnston, Alyssa Johnston, Michael Burton, Kody Burton and Alyssa Burton; companion – Jenny Burton Stotts of Campbellsville; and special niece – Stephanie Stone of Louisville, KY.

He is also survived by several other nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.

Funeral Service – Friday, September 10, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, pastor Jerry Foster officiating.

Burial in Columbia Cemetery. Visitation after 5 p.m. on Thursday.

Casket Bearers – Mike Burton, Austin Stotts, Jr., Hunter Webb, Chava Secundino, and Larry Pilgram.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Christie “Chris” Brown, 51, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Thursday, September 2, 2021 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow.

She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Wayne Somerville.

Survivors include: mother – Judy Johnson Somerville of Columbia; daughter – Taylor Brown of Columbia; son – Tyler Spoon of Columbia; step-daughters – Brittany and Ashley Brown; brother – Jason Somerville of Columbia; sisters – Kim Meadows of Greensburg and Beth Somerville of Campbellsville; and grandchild – Paisley Spoon.

Funeral service – Monday, September 6, 2021 at 12 p.m. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Kellis Booth officiating. Burial in Haven Hill Cemetery.

Casket Bearers: Tyler Spoon, Jason Somerville, Kade Somerville, Samuel Holder, Trenton Popplewell, and Jacob Cundiff; honorary: Jeff Spoon

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

Mary Sue Wise, 71, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Sunday, September 5, 2021 at her home.

She was born November 14, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Davis and Norma Shaw Pickett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Terry Pickett; and a sister, Vicki Spray. Sue was a member of Columbia Baptist Church, formerly worked for the DMV in Indianapolis, and a homemaker.

Survivors include: husband – Doug Wise of Columbia; daughters – Shawna Burton, Angel VanVlymen and Brandi (John) Folden all of Columbia; brothers – Bill (Linda) Pickett of Columbia, Marty (Diane) Pickett of Corpus Christi, Texas and Rick Pickett of Texas; sister – Peggy Shillings of Columbia; nine grandchildren – Cody (Mekayla) VanVlymen, Rhianna VanVlymen, Maggie Shirley, Brody Burton, Cory (Deanna) Folden, Michael Folden, Zack Folden, Heather Folden and Hallie Folden; six great-grandchildren; and several other relatives and friends.

Funeral service – Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Daniel Marcum and Bro. Randy Johnson officiating. Burial in Haven Hill Cemetery

Visitation after 4 p.m. Tuesday.

Casket Bearers: John Folden, Cody VanVlymen, Cory Folden, Michael Folden, Harold Shirley, and Brody Burton.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

Jane Allen Perkins, 74, of Columbia, died Thursday, September 2, 2021 at her home.

She was born September 10, 1946, in Adair County, to the late Vinson and Mary Johnson Butler McLean. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Jimmy McLean. Jane Allen was a member of Columbia Christian Church and a former beautician.

Survivors include: husband – Russell Guy Perkins of Columbia; son – Jason Perkins of Columbia; daughter – LaDawn Perkins of Louisville; brother – Lynn B. McLean of Columbia; sister – Sue Todd Pickett of Shepherdsville; grandson – Matthew R. Perkins of Columbia; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

Graveside service will be Sunday, September 5, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Haven Hill Cemetery with Bro. John Davis and Bro. Terry White officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to Hosparus of Green River, which can be left at the funeral home.

Casket Bearers will be Matthew Perkins, Zack Bailey, Shawn Pickett, Troy Pickett, Steve McLean, and Dan Antle.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Anna Mae Grider Walters, age 67, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Russell County Hospital. She was born on Sunday, August 22, 1954, in Columbia, KY.

She was the daughter of: mother, Myrtie Bell Grider, who has preceded her in death; and father, Roy Grider, who has preceded her in death.

Survivors also include: husband, Timmy Walters of Russell Springs, KY; son, Ronald Lewis Mann, spouse Teresa, of Jamestown, TN; sister, Gale Mann, spouse David, of Russell Springs KY; and brother, Arendale Grider, spouse Linda, of Russell Springs, KY.

She is survived by four grandchildren, Ashley Mann, Cody Mann, Crystal Mann and Travis Maynard; her mother- and father-in-law, Eugene and Susie Walters; and special sister-in-law, Amy Walters.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Roy Lee Mann; a grandson, Tanner Mann; and a sister, Jonell McWhorter. She was a homemaker and of the Pentecostal faith.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, September 9, 2021, at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY.

Visitation will be noon on Thursday, September 09, 2021, at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY.

Interment will be in Holt Cemetery, HWY 1383, Russell Springs, KY.

Officiating will be Bro. Troy McWhorter.

Any expressions of sympathy are suggested to go to help with the funeral expenses.

Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Ernestine York Cape, 79, of Columbia, died Monday, September 6, 2021 at her residence.  She was born in Russell County, KY on September 25, 1941 to the late Jessie Archie and Myrtle Lee Hammond York.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Earnest Cape.

Survivors include four children, Christine Patton (Terry) of Columbia, Tony Cape (Kim) of Jamestown, KY, Gary Cape (Lola) of Columbia, and Angela Melson (Richie) of Columbia; five grandchildren, Steven Cape, Ashley Burchett, Kelly Ginn, T. J. Cape and Jessica Cundiff; six great-grandchildren, Nathan Cape, Zakk Burchett, Ava Melson, Marlee Cape, Kassidy Ginn and Vada Cape; four brothers, Willie, Elvin, Bobby and Curtis York; a special friend, Linda Brown, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Ryan Mitchell Cape; a sister, Debbie Robertson; and four brothers, Glen, JB, Carlos and Elvis York.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, September 10, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Burchett Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. and will continue on Friday morning until time for the service.

Bro. Mike Helm will be officiating and pallbearers will be Steven Cape, TJ Cape, Nathan Cape, Zakk Burchett, Nathan Ginn, Tyler Cundiff and Davy Burchett.

Geraldine K. Babcock, age 85, took the next step on her eternal life journey on August 31 at the home of her daughter in Mesa, Arizona, where she had resided for eight years.

Jeri was born the daughter of Florence (Kay) and Bernard Taylor in Kentland, Indiana. She first married William Hoppe with whom she had four children. On February 14, 1981, Jeri married Kenneth Babcock, and moved to Columbia, Kentucky where they enjoyed many years together.

A hard worker, Jeri took on her first job as a young teen collecting news around her farm community and writing a column for the local newspaper. After graduating from Griffith High School in 1953, Jeri worked for Bell Telephone Company for 20 years.

Jeri was a kind and generous person whose home was always open. She had a big meal on the table whenever the family arrived and made the perfect apple pie. Jeri and husband Ken welcomed high school and college students into their home from all over the world, but her favorite visitors were her grandchildren. Nobody stayed very long without a challenging game or two of Scrabble, which she usually won.

A woman of deep faith, Jeri was always looking for ways to serve, whether painting the church fellowship hall or making roasters full of scalloped potatoes and ham for funeral dinners.

Jeri will be remembered by her daughters Anita Boetsma, Mesa, AZ, Susan (Jim) Irwin, Plymouth, IN and sons William Hoppe, also of Plymouth and Brian (JoEtta) Hoppe, Bedford, IN. Jeri also leaves behind one brother, Dr. Bernard (Mary) Taylor, Peoria, IL, five grandsons, five great-grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her three brothers, Jack, Ron and Don Taylor, and her husband Ken.

A graveside service is being planned for a later date.

Kenneth Fred Royse, 77, passed into eternal peace on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.  Mr. Royse spent his life as a servant leader.  He was a veteran of the US Army.  He chose a career in social work, working as the regional manager for the Cabinet for Health and Family Services.

He volunteered his time to the United Way, serving as president.  In retirement, he found fulfillment volunteering for Living Waters for the World, installing water purification systems, and educating communities in rural Belize about clean water.  He also loved nature and the outdoors, including fishing, canoeing, and camping.

Church and family were a central part of Mr. Royse’s life.  He served the Lord as an elder at The Presbyterian Church of Bowling Green.

Ken Royse is survived by his former spouse Maxine Royse, his son Brian Royse and his wife Mary of Lexington, KY; his daughter Amy Kern, and her husband Ed of Wyomissing, PA; and his grandsons Riley, Spencer, and Matthew.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Amly and Lena Royse; his brother Dan Royse and his sister Mildred Cundiff.

A small private ceremony was held at the Royse Family Cemetery in Columbia, on Sunday, August 29, 2021, with Dr. Matthew Covington officiating.  Expressions of sympathy can be made to Living Waters for the World (livingwatersfortheworld.org).  Arrangements have been entrusted to J.C. Kirby & Son, Lovers Lane Chapel.

This obituary is a courtesy to the family by Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Coy England, 78, of Edmonton, KY died Wednesday, August 25, 2021, and his wife Geneva Dickson England, 75, of Edmonton, KY died Monday, August 23, 2021 at Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green, KY.

Coy was born on February 1, 1943 in Barren County to the late Roy and Cecil Moore England, and Geneva was born on December 1, 1945 in Barren County to the late Carl and Lucille Sexton Dickson.

Coy and Geneva were members of Penicks Chapel United Baptist Church.  They were Christian inspirations to all who knew them and their faith was strong for all to see.  They enjoyed attending church and spending time with their family and friends, and especially their dog “Huleo”.

They are survived by a daughter Teresa England Harris (Ricky) of Edmonton, KY; a granddaughter Ashley Wilson (Cameron) of Edmonton, KY; Geneva’s two sisters Judy Dickson Grider (Billy) and Loretta Dickson Pennington (Elbert) both of Breeding, KY; several nieces, nephews, friends and other relatives.

In addition to their parents, they were preceded in death by his uncle Aim England and her brother Cecil Dickson.

A joint funeral service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Moore Cemetery.  A walk-thru visitation will be on Monday, August 30, 2021 from 3-8 p.m. and will continue on Tuesday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Bro. Danny Dickson and Bro. Jim Blair will be officiating and pallbearers will be Michael Woodson, Kevin Wilson, Howard Dickson, Delaney Wilson, Terry Wilson and Dale Hayes.

The family request everyone attending wear a mask or face covering.

Raymond E. “Pete” Curry, 93, of Columbia, died Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at McKendree Village Nursing Home in Hermitage, TN.  He was born in Adair County, KY on June 17, 1928 to the late Avert and Fannie Corbin Curry.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Doretta Streeval Curry.

Mr. Curry was a member of the Bearwallow United Methodist Church and a veteran of the U. S. Army serving in the Korean War.  Mr. Curry received the Bronze Star, United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal for his bravery and time served during the Korean War.

He is survived by five children, Steve L. Curry (Mary) of Brentwood, TN, Karen Bell (James) of Murfreesboro, TN, Pam Acey of Columbia, KY, Doug Curry of Murfreesboro, TN, and Cynthia Page (Glen) of Smyrna, TN; six grandchildren, Spence Curry (Lauren), Sam Curry (Savannah), Scott Bell (Annette), Carrie Bell (Cameron Hieronymus), Sarah Page, and Jacob Page; six great-grandchildren, Abbi Grace Curry, Hunter Curry, Maxwell Raymond Curry, Alec Curry, June Bell Hieronymus, and Charlotte Bell; four siblings, Kenneth Curry (Jean) of LaGrange, KY, Lewis Curry (JoAnn), Beulah Carter (Stanley), and Eula Helm, all of Columbia, KY; several nieces, nephews, friends and other relatives.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Danny Acey; and two brothers, Gilbert and Marshall Curry.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Sunday, August 29, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Haven Hill Cemetery.  Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post 6097.  Visitation will be on Saturday from 5-8 p.m. and will continue on Sunday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Bearwallow Cemetery Fund or the New Hope Cemetery Fund and these donations can be left at the funeral home.

The family requests everyone attending wear a mask or face covering.

Isaac Earl Redmon, 86 of Shepherdsville, passed away Wednesday, August 25, 2021, with his family by his side.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Almeda Stargel Redmon; and his parents, Curtis and Norma Redmon.

Earl was a Baptist by faith, and a member at Cedar Grove Baptist Church. He served in the United States Army and retired as a truck driver for the Courier Journal, where he worked over 30 years. Earl was a member of the Masonic Lewis Lodge #191 and is a past Grand Master. Earl was an avid University of Kentucky and Cincinnati Reds fan. He enjoyed fishing and took great pride and care tending to his garden.

Earl is survived by his daughter Beverly Snead and her husband Kevin of Lexington; a sister Margie Absher of Columbia; brother, Edward Redmon and his wife Emogene of Shepherdsville; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; along with many dear family members and friends

A Masonic service will take place Friday, August 27, 2021, 6:30 p.m. at Maraman Billings Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, August 28, 2021, at Maraman Billings Funeral Home, with Rev. Darrell Mitchell officiating.

Visitations will be Friday 3-7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until time of service. Burial will follow at Cedar Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Cedar Grove Baptist Church in Mr. Redmon’s honor.

This obituary is a courtesy to the family by Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Elton Tabor, age 91, of Chicago, Illinois, formerly of Fairplay, Kentucky died Monday, August 23, 2021.  He was born to the late, William and Mary Ella Tabor on January 5, 1930 in Fairplay, Kentucky.  He married Cleda Coomer in 1956, and they divorced in 1982. She survives.

Mr. Tabor is survived by his four children: Peggy Milhouse (Mark), Bonnie Bagdon (Dennis), Ricky Tabor (Ana), and Tammy Tabor (Matthew).  He is also survived by 10 grandchildren: Sarah Milhouse, Mark Milhouse, Cedric Milhouse, Brittany Kokan, Tyler Bagdon, Alec Bagdon, Katie Summers, Michael Tabor, Matthew Tabor, and Mark Tabor. He had six great-grandchildren.

Mr. Tabor ‘s surviving siblings are his sisters: Marie Hadley, Edith Borders, Judy Morgan, Mary Bradley, Pam Hammer, Debra Pearman, Gladys McGuffin, and his brother Ricky Tabor. He was preceded in death by two sisters Aline Dietze and Ethel Williams, four brothers, Edward, Theron, Leon, and Ray Tabor, and one grandchild, Megan Bagdon.

He joined the Army in 1951, was stationed in Korea, achieved the rank of Corporal, and returned home in 1953.  He worked as a machinist for Rockwell Standard, then Young, Spring and Wire, and later owned his own construction company.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Haven Hill Cemetery. Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post 6097.  Visitation will be on Saturday after 10 a.m. at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Bro. Mark Milhouse will be officiating and pallbearers will be Michael Tabor, Matthew Tabor, Mark Tabor, Ricky Tabor, Dennis Bagdon and Mark Milhouse.

The family request that everyone attending wear a mask or face covering.

Robert “Bob” Hadley, 78 of Princeton passed away Friday, August 20, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Home in Oakland City (IN).  He was born in Columbia, November 25, 1942 to Edd Logan and Bessie Dale (Helm) Hadley.

Bob was the owner operator of Hadley Excavating in Princeton. He had lived in Gibson County most of his life.  He enjoyed working, spending time with his grandchildren and playing with his dogs.

He is survived by his son, Dennis Hadley (Diane) of Hazleton; daughter, Rebecca Sheffer of Princeton; four grandchildren; Colton Dale Hadley, Hadley Laine Sheffer, Ainsley Breann Sheffer, and Samantha Rose Sheffer; five sisters, Ethel Burton of Columbia, June Doss of New Palestine, IN; Sandy Dorraugh of Princeton, Becky Hadley of Oakland City, and Joyce Schoonover of Lynnville.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mamie Rose Hadley in 2015; and siblings, Lonnie, Juanita, Betty, Bryan and Ralph.

There will be a funeral service at 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at the Colvin Funeral Home in Princeton, with Pastor Justin Dyehouse officiating. Burial will follow in the Columbia “White Church” Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 pm Tuesday and from 9 a.m. until the service time on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Gibson County Animal Services.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

The Colvin Funeral Home is honored to service Bob’s family.

Buford Burton, 83 of Edinburgh, Indiana passed away August 20, 2021 at his residence. He was born March 2, 1938, on Burton Ridge in Adair County, Kentucky.

He was the son of Wesley and Burt (Dile) Burton. He married Alene (Burton) Burton on July 30, 1960 at Edinburgh Separate Baptist Church by Reverend Russell Peterson and she survives.

He is also survived by his son, Brian (Becky) Burton; daughter, LeAnn (Norbert, IV) Rehm; and grandchildren, Makenzie Burton, Chandler Burton, Analeigh Burton, Riley Burton, Norbert Rehm,V, and Eli Rehm.

He was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter, Abigail Burton; brothers, Van Burton, Clay Fairley Burton, Lester Burton, and Clayton Burton; and sisters,  Mildred Burton, Millie Burton, Fay Cowan, Beulah Sinclair, Barbara Pendleton, and  Exuria Goodin.

Buford attended Edinburgh Separate Baptist Church. He retired from Atterbury Job Corp where he worked in the maintenance department,and later worked for Eskew-Eaton Funeral Home.

He enjoyed traveling out west.

A funeral service will be conducted by Reverends Danny Bailey and Guy Hardin at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at Edinburgh Separate Baptist Church. Calling will be on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. at the church, and from 9:30 a.m. until time of service. Burial will be at Rest Haven Cemetery in Edinburgh.

Arrangements made by Eskew-Eaton Funeral Home in Edinburgh, Indiana.

Mark Lee Curry, 58, of Columbia, died Monday, August 16, 2021 at University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.

He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Lee “Bulldog” Curry.

He is survived by his mother, Rachel Wheet Curry of Columbia, and other relatives and friends.

Graveside service – Friday, August 20, 2021 at 10 a.m. at Haven Hill Cemetery with Pastor Brent Piatt officiating. Burial to follow.

There will be no visitation.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jimmie Brummett, 78, of Glens Fork, died Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 9:17 p.m. at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born July 17, 1943, in Adair County, to the late Sam and Ester Grant Brummett. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Lois Davis. Jimmie was a member of Glens Fork Church of the Good News, and a life-long farmer.

Survivors include: wife – Barbara Wesley Brummett of Glens Fork; daughter and son-in-law – Susan and Bryan Miller of Glens Fork; son and daughter-in-law – Matthew and Laura Brummett of Glens Fork; brother and sister-in-law – Jackie and Ann Brummett of Glens Fork; brother-in-law – Leon Davis of Glens Fork; grandchildren – Hannah Cockerham, Grant Cockerham, Emma Cockerham, Allie BrummettCaldwell and husband Grant, Maggie Brummett and Sam Brummett; several other relatives and friends.

Funeral service – Saturday, August 21, 2021 at 1 p.m. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, with Bro. Craig Trumbo officiating. Burial in Haven Hill Cemetery.

Visitation on Friday from 4-8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Association or Gideon Bible Memorial Plan would be appreciated. These can be made at the funeral home.

Casket Bearers: Carl Coots, Carl Jones, Cliff Coots, Daryl Grant, Kyle Campbell, Joey Campbell, Erik Klingberg and Brian Cowan. Honorary pallbearers were: Chris Appleby, Charlie Jones, Mark Klingberg, and Andrew Klingberg.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

Gary Sneed, 74, of Columbia, died Thursday, August 19, 2021 at his home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard Curtis and Elsie Mae Brown, and a son, Jon Curtis Sneed.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving in Vietnam, and retired from Scotty’s Construction.

Gary married Mildred Harmon Sneed on January 27, 1969, who survives of Columbia. He is also survived by several other relatives and friends.

Gary chose cremation and no services are planned.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

Kenneth Sinclair, 84, of Columbia, died Sunday, August 15, 2021 at T. J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow.  He was born in Adair County on October 8, 1936 to the late Ray and Vertie Bryant Sinclair.  He was also preceded in death by an infant brother, Marvin Sinclair.

Mr. Sinclair was the former owner and operator of Sinclair’s Garage, and enjoyed old cars and spending time with family and friends.

Survivors include his wife, Clarene Rooks Sinclair of Columbia; four children, Margie Rooks (Danny) of Columbia, Barbara Bryant (Jackie) of Trafalgar, IN, Holly Kerns (Paul) of Russell Springs, and Bobby Sinclair (Tina) of Columbia; ten grandchildren, Mark Rooks, Thomas Bryant, Jessica Bryant, Samantha Sinclair, Brittany Wheeler, Gracie Bell, Caitlin Bell, Ellie Bell, Jaxson Bell and Payton Bell, and eight great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, with burial in the Free Union Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m., and will continue on Wednesday morning until time for the services.

Bro. Dustin McGowan will be officiating and pallbearers will be Troy Green, Jason Abrell, Paul Milligan, Mark Hadley, Joe Kimbler and Robert Knight.