Obituaries

Catherine Robinson Caldwell was born December 29, 1929 to the late Lafe and Cecil Bridgewater Robinson in Campbellsville, Kentucky. She departed this life February 8, 2021 at her home with her husband by her side.

Catherine professed faith in Jesus Christ at an early age at Burdick AME Church in Campbellsville. She graduated as class Salutatorian from Durham High School in Campbellsville, Kentucky. After her marriage to George February 15, 1949, she united with Pleasant Hill Baptist Church and served  71 years as Minister of Music, pianist, Deacon’s Wife, missionary, Sunday School teacher, Vacation Bible School teacher, and helped in food service as needed.   

Catherine worked alongside her husband and together they raised 12 children on their grade A dairy farm. Their hard work and determination to succeed earned them several awards and the Governors recognition for their innovative farm practices with the help of the agents at the Farmers Home Administration. When they retired from farming in 1999, she was often found checking on the day-to-day operations of the farm. They often talked of how things had changed since they started farming in 1949. They were the dynamic duo. She loved unconditionally as a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She never met a stranger and had a genuine love for children of all ages. Her laughter, kindness, and love will be missed by all of us.

Catherine is preceded in death by her parents: Lafe and Cecil Robinson; 2 brothers; Paul and James Allen Robinson; one son George Caldwell, Jr., one grandson Marcus Caldwell.

Catherine is survived by her husband of 71 years George Caldwell Sr.; 2 sisters Ella Mae Jones and Juanita Shively of Cleveland, Ohio; 4 sons: Michael (Donna) Caldwell of Campbellsville, Kentucky; Gregory (Mary Ann) Caldwell and Stephen Caldwell of Columbia Kentucky; Randall Caldwell of Louisville, Kentucky; 7 daughters: Rose Ella Jones of Campbellsville; Patricia Caldwell of Columbia; Clara McCarty of Indianapolis, Indiana; Marilyn Taylor (Ronald) of Perrysburg, Ohio; Carolyn Caldwell, Teressa Caldwell, and Angela Caldwell of Lexington, Kentucky. Also survived by 21 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral service – Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Rev. Scott Curle delivering the Eulogy and Rev. Mickie Ash as Master of Ceremony

Burial in the Bridgewater-Groves-Caldwell Cemetery in Green County

A “WALK-THRU” visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M. Saturday at the funeral home. 

ALL ATTENDEES TO THE VISITATION AND/OR FUNERAL ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A FACIAL COVERING AND FOLLOW THE HEALTHY AT WORK GUIDELINES

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

Arie Benton Hill, 96, of Jamestown, KY died Saturday, February 6, 2021 in Tampa, FL.  Born in Chance, KY he is the son of the late Elic Alexander and Katie Coomer Hill and husband of the late Estelene Gibson Hill.

Mr. Hill attended the Cross Creek Church in Jamestown, KY and was a member of the VFW Post in Argo, IL and the American Legion Post in Odessa, FL.

Survivors include two sons Marvin Elic Hill (Sharon) of Russell Springs, KY and Arie Everett Hill (Nancy) of Homosassa, FL; 7 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren; four siblings Thomas Hill of Tennessee, Cecil Harvey of Columbia, KY, Ruby Spicer of Indiana and Matrie Roach of Florida and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by a daughter Donna Rae Inman and four siblings Rosa Loy, Chester Hill, Flossie Garmon and Hazel Neal.

Funeral services will be 11:00am Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Entombment in the Hill Cemetery at Chance, KY.  Military honors will be provided by VFW Post 6097.  Visitation will be on Friday from 4:00-8:00pm at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home and will continue on Saturday morning until time for the service.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

Darrel Baker, 73, of Knifley, KY died Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at his residence.  Born in Columbia, KY he was the son of the late Bill Mac and Sylvia Inez McGinnis Baker.

Darrel attended the Knifley Brethren in Christ Church and was the former owner and operator of Baker’s Grocery in Knifley, KY for 32 years.  He was a member of the Knifley Area Volunteer Fire Department and a dual member of Casey Creek Masonic Lodge #536 and Shively Masonic Lodge #951.  He enjoyed car racing and University of Kentucky sports.

He is survived by his wife Gayla Neat Baker; two daughters Beverly Goodin (Ron) of Campbellsville, KY and Pam Morgan (Michael Tucker) of Glasgow, KY; two grandchildren Emily Baker-King and Samuel “Pudge” Morgan (Hannah Goodson); a step-grandchild Britney Tucker (Jody Stapleton); two step-great grandchildren Brentlee and Kason Stapleton; two brothers Tony Baker (Betty) of Shively, KY and Jimmy Dale Baker (Alice) of Columbia and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be on Saturday from 10:00am-2:00pm at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.  Masonic Services will be at 2:00pm by the Casey Creek Masonic Lodge #536, with cremation to follow the masonic service.

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

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the New Hope Cemetery Fund which  can be left at the funeral home.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

Anthony Wayne Parson, 76, of Louisville passed away February 1, 2021.  He was originally from Adair County, KY and had been a Foreman for Anderson Wood Products.  He was also a member of Faith Chapel General Baptist Church.

Anthony was preceded by his wife Rebecca “Becky” Parson; his parents Elva and Virgil Parson; sisters Kathleen Blanton and Elizabeth Thomas; and a brother Willie Parson.

He is survived by his daughter Angela “Angie” Davis (Chad) and grandchildren Logan and Mackenzie.

Visitation will be from 10:00am-1:00pm Thursday, February 4, 2021 at Owen Funeral Home at 5317 Dixie Highway Louisville, KY with the service to follow at 1:00pm.  Burial will be at Haven Hill Cemetery in Columbia, KY.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to Faith Chapel General Baptist Church at 4720 Dover Rd. Louisville, KY 40216.

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

Eldalene Henson Clouse (nee Burton) of Mason, Ohio, passed away peacefully January 29, 2021 at the age of 86.  She was born May 1, 1934 in Sano, Kentucky to Otis and Millie (nee Thomas) Burton.

Faith and family were most important in Eldalene’s life.  Over the years, she held many different roles at Living Waters Baptist Church in West Chester.  She also enjoyed working in her garden often canning her delicious products.  A Red’s fan, Eldalene often watched the games on TV.  She will be forever cherished by all that knew her.

Eldalene was preceded in death by her parents, Otis and Millie Burton; first husband, Lucien Cabbell Henson; daughter, Lisa Marie Henson Cox; 2 step-daughters; and sisters, Irene Jasper and Velma Cravens.

Eldalene is survived by her husband, Samuel G. Clouse; son, Steven L. (Kathleen M.) Henson; 4 step-daughters; grandchildren, Bradley S. Henson and Amanda Fletcher; 7 great-grandchildren; sisters, Vileta Helton and Delphia Cravens; and many loving family members and friends.

Funeral Service will be Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 11:00 am at Living Water Baptist Church, 7104 Shirley Drive, West Chester, Ohio 45069.  The State of Ohio requires face masks/coverings and social distancing.

Burial will be in the Haven Hill Cemetery, Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements and announcements.

 

Phillip Wayne Bunch, 70, of Jamestown, KY died Friday, January 29, 2021 at Rockcastle Regional Hospital in Mt. Vernon, KY.  He was born on May 16, 1950 in Russell County to the late Kenneth Eugene and Dora Viola Higginbotham Bunch.

He was retired from General Electric after 38years of service in Louisville, KY and he enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife Brenda Sue Ballenger Bunch of Jamestown, KY; two children Douglas Bunch of Surprise, AZ and Shannon Bunch Johnson (Shane) of Russell Springs, KY; three grandchildren Austin, Aidan and Addison Johnson; two brothers Edward Eugene Bunch (Judy) of Columbia, KY and Mitchell Bunch (Deanna) of Whitley City, KY; three sisters Shelby Smith (Hollin) and Sue Antle (Raymond) both of Russell Springs, KY and Sandra Yates of Columbia, KY; several nieces, nephews, friends and other relatives also survive.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two siblings Danny Dale Bunch and Shirley Grant.

Funeral services will be 1:00pm Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Blakey Cemetery in Russell County.  Visitation will be on Monday from 4:00-8:00pm at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

Sharon Kay Fuller Bell, 80, of Columbia, KY died Monday, January 25, 2021 at her residence.  Born in Whitney, TX she was the daughter of the late James Daniel and Lorena Hardaway Fuller and wife of the late Jerry Eugene Bell.  She was also preceded in death by a daughter Kathleen Hill.

Mrs. Bell was a member of the Columbia Baptist Church and enjoyed reading and genealogy.

Survivors include two sons Curtis Bell (Brenda Rae) of Alta Loma, CA and David Bell (Kimberly Diana) of Morgantown, WV; eight grandchildren Stephanie Bell, Curtis Bell II, Adam Beard, Jared Beard, Jesse Beard, Connor Bell, Jennifer Mitchell and Ryan Hill; six great-grandchildren Olivia Tovar, Matthew Mitchell, George Mitchell, Cayden Morris, Landon Beechey and Ryder Hill; seven siblings Laurie, Daryl, Brenda, Leslie, Sandy, Barbara and Lyle and several nieces and nephews.

Public graveside services will be 3:00pm Saturday, January 30, 2021 at the Columbia Cemetery.  Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

The graveside will be live-streamed on Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home Facebook Page at 3:00pm Saturday.

 

Dennis Dale Powell, 64, died on Friday, January 22, 2021 at T.J. Health Medical Center in Columbia, Kentucky due to unexpected heart complications.

Dennis was born March 5, 1956 in Louisville, KY. In 1974 he graduated from Butler High School, where he played football and trumpet. Three years later (1977) he married his best friend and love of his life, Kathy. Kathy and Dennis were blessed with four beautiful children—Chris, Ben, Sarah, and Zach—and lived in Louisville until Dennis and Kathy moved to Columbia, KY in 2010.

Dennis was a lifelong ASE Certified Master Technician. He worked as Service Manager at various auto dealerships, most recently at Bachman Chevrolet In Louisville and Franklin Chevrolet in Russell Springs. In 2015, Dennis began teaching Automotive Technology at Nelson County Area Technology Center. In December 2020, while continuing to teach, Dennis proudly earned an Associate’s Degree from Western Kentucky University.

Dennis was a lifelong musician. He shared his passion not only with his children – all who became musicians – but also with the community. He sang as a choir member and tenor soloist at various Catholic parishes in Louisville before creating a men’s choir at his home church of St. Elizabeth at Seton in 1995. Dennis later served as Music Director at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton where he led a children’s choir, mixed choir, and men’s choir that sang throughout the Archdiocese of Louisville.

Dennis led a life of service to others. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, teacher, mentor, and friend. His quiet, kind, and gentle disposition left a lasting impression with everyone he met. Everything he did was done with selfless love: helping customers in the service department, fixing a neighbor’s car, encouraging men to sing, or inspiring young men and women to become mechanics.

Dennis is survived by his wife of 44 years, Kathy Jo (Fowler) Powell; his sons Christopher Powell (Cara) and Benjamin Powell (Amy); daughter Sarah Bennett (Paul); grandchildren Julia Bennett, Owen Powell, and Maya Bennett; and his brother Charles “Butch” Powell (Wanda) and sister Sandra “Sandy” Williams (Russell).

Due to the safety of others during the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no visitation or memorial service. A celebration of life gathering will be scheduled at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, condolences can be sent to the Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation (awafoundation.org) and The American Diabetes Association (diabetes.org).

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

www.grissommartin.com

Doris Bryant, 88, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Thursday, January 21, 2021 at Hospice House of Southern Kentucky in Bowling Green.

She was born December 31, 1932, in Adair County, to the late Holland and Vina Reece Harvey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert (Bob) Bryant in 2016, a stillborn son, Gary Lewis Bryant, a grandson, Janssen Keith Bryant, four brothers, Reece, Hack, Dale and Donnie Harvey and two sisters, Eris Sharp and Betty Berry.

She was a faithful member of Columbia First Church of the Nazarene where she was always involved in her church, whether it was loving the babies in the nursery, serving on the Church Board or preparing food for the sick and shut-ins. She worked along with her husband in their business, Harvey & Bryant Building Supply for 30 years.

Survivors include:

Two sons & daughters-in-law – Larry Russell & Sheila Bryant, Terry & Debra Bryant all of Columbia

Two daughters & sons-in-law – Wanda & Byron Sanders of Campbellsville, Brenda & Tony Holt of Bowling Green

One sister – Jessie Scardigno of Succasunna, New Jersey

12 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and expecting two great-grandchildren this year

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends

Funeral service was on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Pastor Brent Piatt officiating

Burial in Haven Hill Cemetery

The family would appreciate a donation in her memory to the Wheat Fellowship Hall of the First Church of the Nazarene, 1200 Jamestown St., Columbia, KY 42728, or can be left at the funeral home or mailed to 200 Campbellsville St., Columbia, KY 42728

Casket Bearers: Eric Holt, Neil Holt, Chad Myers, Josh Myers, Easton Bryant, Brady Bryant, Clint Bryant, Wes Tyler Bryant, Dave Marshall, Kevin Spoon, Josh Kemp, Blake Hatcher

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

www.grissommartin.com

Martin Lewis Bryant, Sr., 78, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, January 17, 2021 at his residence.  Born in Adair County, KY he was the son of the late Ruel and Myrtie McGaha Bryant.

Mr. Bryant was an Electrician and Maintenance Supervisor for Saint Francis Hospital and Saint Clair Convent for 30 years in Cincinnati, OH.  He loved his dog, gardening and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his wife Mary Dixon Bryant of Columbia, KY; five children Carol Doll (Terry) of Illinois, Martin Bryant, Jr of Columbia, KY, Anita Bryant of Cincinnati, OH, Amy Phillips (Garvin) of Columbia, KY and Michael Scott Bryant of Columbia, KY; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 2:00pm Friday, January 22, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Bear Wallow Cemetery.  Visitation will be after 10:00am Friday at the Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

The funeral service will be live-streamed at 2:00pm Friday on Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home Facebook Page.

Terry Wayne Pelston, 65, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at his residence.  Born in Cumberland County he was the son of the late Carl and Elsie Ray Pelston.  Mr. Pelston was a member of the Carrying the Torch Ministries.

Survivors include four siblings Louise Furkins (Paul Thorpe), Walter Pelston (Marie), Larry Pelston (Carolyn) and Ronnie Joe Pelston (Linda) all of Columbia, KY and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by Six siblings Edith Gabehart, Ruby Bates, Myrtie Wooten, Sylvia Shively, Homer Pelston and Kenneth Pelston; two half-brothers and three half-sisters.

Funeral services will be 1:00pm Friday, January 15, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Coomer Cemetery.  Visitation will be after 10:00am Friday at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Bro. Glen McInteer will be officiating and pallbearers will be Anthony Gabehart, Odell Wooten, Trevor Pelston, Tim Myers, Michael Furkins and Leroy Spencer.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

William Harold Yarberry, 64, of Columbia, KY died Friday, January 8, 2021 at his residence.  Born in Columbia, KY he was the son of the late Walter and Ada Loy Yarberry.  He was also preceded in death by two sisters Betty Grider and Janice Allinson and her husband Cherokee.

Survivors include a sister Nancy Grider and her husband James of Columbia, KY; a brother-in-law Ed Grider of Columbia and several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Yarberry will be cremated and no services are scheduled at this time.  Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 

Margaret Laverne Kessinger, 74, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, January 10, 2021 at T. J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY.  Born in Versailles, KY she was the daughter of the late William and Dorothy Barrick Harmon and wife of the late Troy Allen Kessinger.

Mrs. Kessinger was a member of the Flatwoods Separate Baptist Church and enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.  It was special to her being “Granny” to all who knew her.

Survivors include seven children Larry Benge of Morganton, NC, Regina Fuller (Steve Bryant) of Russell Springs, KY, Richard Fuller (Martha) of Columbia, KY, James Harmon (Deb) of Stoney Point, NC, Ryan Fuller (Traci) of Columbia, KY, Dusty Bowers (Hollie) of Hiddenite, NC and Angie Lacy (Dale Snyder) of Columbia, KY; 23 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren; nine siblings Virginia Shea (Mike, Linda Roberts, Vernon Harmon, Teresa Woodson (Danny), Terry Cosby, Mary Cosby, Leeann Jones (Jack), Lexi Harmon, Jody Harmon and Willie Harmon; several nieces and nephews also survive.

In addition to her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by two siblings Lori Ann Harmon and Vincent Wade Harmon.

Funeral services will be 2:00pm Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Kessinger Family Cemetery.  Visitation will be on Thursday after 10:00am at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Bro. Bryan Roberts and Bro. Billy Hewitt will be officiating and pallbearers will be Sean Sommer, Jordan Ford, Jacob Bryant, Jonathan Ford, Ryan Ratliff and Nathan Fuller.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

The funeral will be live-streamed on Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home Facebook Page at 2:00pm Thursday.

Paula J. Eubank, 64, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Friday, January 8, 2021 at U.K. Bluegrass Hospice Care Center in Lexington.

She was born July 28, 1956, in Adair County, to the late Hall and Eva Willis Johnson. Paula was a member of Columbia Church of Christ, taught in the Adair County School System for 17 years and was owner of Hallmark for many years.

Survivors include:

Her husband – David Eubank of Columbia

Three sons – Dave and his wife Erin Eubank, Eric and his wife Tina Eubank all of Bowling Green and James Allen Eubank of Columbia

A God-daughter – Teresa Eubank of Columbia

Three sisters – Peggy Ellis, Connie Stone & Becky Rogers all of Columbia

Eight grandchildren – Dawson, Dylan, Olivia, Ava, Carson, Eli, Stella & Lacie Kay

Two God grandchildren – Andrea & Sylvia

Several other relatives & friends

The celebration of Paula’s life was on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Columbia Church of Christ with Dean Roach & Mike Ellis officiating

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

www.grissommartin.com

Bruce Edward Conover, 64, of Brandenburg, KY, formerly of Adair County, died Friday, January 8, 2021 at his home after a short illness.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Ella Sue McClister Conover in 2013. Bruce was a graduate of Adair County High School Class of 1974, was a well- known Trainer of American Saddlebred Horses, a Kentucky Colonel, an avid bass fisherman and owner/operator of Blue Ribbon Motors, Inc.

Survivors include:

His wife – Denise McCloud Conover of Brandenburg

One son & daughter-in-law – Wayne Joseph & Aurela Conover of Bluffton, South Carolina

His father – Joe Conover of Columbia

One sister – Rhonda Conover of Jamestown

Two grandchildren – Emma Conover & Nicholas Culpepper

One niece & two nephews – Heather Loy, Seth & Chad Grider

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral service – Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. CST at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Father Terry Johnston officiating

Burial in McClister Cemetery

In lieu of flowers, donations to Hosparus of Central Kentucky would be appreciated. These can be left at the funeral home or mailed to Hosparus, P.O. Box 2149, Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

www.grissommartin.com

Mary Harris, 97, of Columbia, KY died Wednesday, January 6, 2021at Campbellsville Nursing and Rehab in Campbellsville, KY.  Born in Harlan, KY she was the daughter of the late Austin and Ida Mason Halcomb and wife of the late Haywood Harris.

Survivors include her stepchildren Hayward Harris, Betty Rice, Irene Curtis and Mildred Francis Holliman and several step-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by two children Loretta Coomer and Ronnie Harris; two step-sons Kermit and Carlos Harris and two siblings Marie Saltess and Gillis Halcomb.

Funeral services will be 12:00pm Monday, January 11, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Peaceful Acres Cemetery in Harlan County, KY.  Visitation will be on Monday after 10:00am at the funeral home.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

Zelma Sneed, 93, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville.

She was born March 29, 1927, in Adair County, to the late Elbert and Arletha Sneed Richard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Sneed, a son, Phillip Sneed and two sisters, Janet Antle and Claristine Sparks.

Ms. Sneed retired from Fruit of the Loom and was a member of Jones Chapel United Methodist Church.

Survivors include:

One son – Ronald (Tuk Hui) Sneed of Columbia

One daughter – Sheila Johnson of Columbia

One brother – Elwood Richard of Louisville

Four grandsons – Kevin Sneed of Campbellsville, Ronnie (Elly) Sneed, Josh (Monica) Cross and Alex Sneed all of Columbia

Eight great-grandchildren – Breanna (Lucas) Cowan, Phillip Sneed, Madelyn Sneed, Dylan Sneed, Adrian Sneed, Lucas Sneed, Ian Cross and Breanna Furkin

Funeral service – Thursday, January 7, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home

Burial in Antioch Cemetery

Visitation after 10:00 A.M. Thursday

ALL ATTENDEES TO THE VISITATION AND/OR FUNERAL ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A FACIAL COVERING AND FOLLOW HEALTHY AT WORK GUIDELINES.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

www.grissommartin.com

 

David Lynn Akin, 77, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.He was born April 15, 1943, in Glens Fork, Kentucky, to the late Oris Guy and Dorothy Mae Stotts Akin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister, Oris Jr., Larry & Ricky Akin, Enola Grant.

David was a member and Deacon of Bethany Baptist Church and owner/operator of D&P Trucking.

Survivors include:His wife of 56 years – Pauline Feese Akin of Columbia

Four children – Jimmy Akin (Lynette) of Canton, Ohio, Beverly Akin Redmon Long (David) of Smiths Grove, Charlene Akin Pike (Jeff) of Columbia, Stacy Akin (Heather) of Columbia

12 grandchildren – Kayla Akin Garrett (Dylan), Kade Akin, Austin Allbritain, Elena Sybert all of Canton, Ohio, Rebecca Redmon (Cody McGowan) of Columbia, Emily McDowell (Brandon) of Danville, Virginia, Michael Redmon, Evan Pike, Kami Pike, Gracelynn Akin, Kinzlee Akin & Kylieanne Akin all of Columbia. One great-grandchild – Kolson Garrett of Canton, Ohio

One sister – Cathy Grant of Adolphus, KY

One brother – Glen Akin (Ramona) of Fairplay

Several other relatives and friends

Funeral service – Monday, January 4, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmie D. Cox officiating

Burial in Haven Hill Cemetery

Casket Bearers: Michael Redmon, Evan Pike, Kade Akin, Brandon McDowell, Dylan Garrett, Cody McGowan, Josh Brockman, Jon Brockman

Honorary: Dean Froedge, William Feese, Kenny Janes, Kenneth Bryant, Ricky Thompson, Mark Hatcher, C.J. Holt

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. www.grissomartin.com

 

Shelby Jean Rigney, 82, of Shelbyville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, the 22^nd day of December, 2020. Born in Metcalfe County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Lucian and Dorothy Marie Moss Harper of Columbia, KY. As the spouse of a Federal employee for over 20 years, she raised two children and managed a household that frequently relocated across the country, then settled in the Greater Louisville area where she could be closer to family in Adair County, Louisville, and Shelbyville. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Throughout her life and wherever she lived, she always called Columbia, KY “home”. She loved to travel, read, sew and cross stitch. She is survived by her son, Bob Rigney; two grandchildren Abigail Rigney and Patrick Rigney; great-granddaughter Cedar VanParys Fortune; sister Peggy Ann Welch and brother James Walter Harper; nieces Tammy Kassem and Shamarie Harper; nephew Paul Harmon and many great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, John David Rigney, Jr.

 

Committal services will be private.  Interment will be in the Haven Hill Cemetery in Columbia.  The family will hold a memorial service at a later date.  Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the American Cancer Society at cancer.org or The Masonic Homes of Kentucky at giving@masonicky.com or in c/o Mission Advancement Office, Masonic Homes of Kentucky, 330 Masonic Home Dr., Masonic, KY 40041.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, Columbia, KY and online condolences may be expressed at grissommartin.com.

Bernice Willis, 75, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville.

She was born November 27, 1945, in Gradyville, Kentucky, to the late Dallas Ray and Katherine Wheeler Bennett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two children, Adam and Susan Willis and three brothers, Ed, Walter and Calvin Bennett.

Bernie was a member of Plum Point Baptist Church and a retired Hairdresser.

Survivors include:

Five sons – Jeffery and his wife Robin Willis of Columbia, Tony and his wife LaDonna Willis, Steve and his wife Connie Willis all of Columbia, Dwight and his wife Allison Willis of Murray, John and his wife Desirae Willis of Morehead

Four brothers – Ralph Bennett of Munfordville, Sherman Bennett of Russell Springs, Donnie Bennett of Columbia, David Bennett of Fairplay

Four sisters – Rachel Hirsh of Wisconsin, Leola Maupin and Faye Clark both of Campbellsville, Barbara Sue Hudson of Russell Springs

12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends

All services were private with burial in Haven Hill Cemetery

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

www.grissommartin.com

Wayne Hatcher, 77, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at his home after a short illness.

He was born December 30, 1943, in Adair County, to the late Atties and Nannie Dohoney Hatcher. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Cally Wilson McFall and the following siblings, Billy, Tom, Bob, William, Ken, James & Barbara Hatcher, Pat Morrison, Mae Lucas & Bedelia Burchett.

Wayne was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church and a retired farmer.

Survivors include:

His wife – Thelma Judd Hatcher of Columbia

Two daughters – Stacey Bishop (Craig) and Julie Hatcher (Troy Kimbler) all of Columbia

Two sons – Ed Hatcher (Tia) of Salem, Indiana and Jim Hatcher of Tennessee

Nine grandchildren – Casey Hatcher, Chelsea Hatcher, Attis Hatcher, Lucas Hatcher, Emily Overstreet, Briggs McFall, Caitlyn Bishop, Autumn Bishop, & Baylee Bishop

Siblings – Junior (Zenith) Hatcher of Illinois, Joyce Biggs & Brenda (Bill) Henson both of Columbia

Sister-in-law – Brenda Hatcher of Columbia

Funeral Service:

Sunday, January 3, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Rodney Karnes & Bro. Jon Loy officiating

Burial in Hatcher Family Cemetery

Memorials are suggested to Joy Ministries Cally’s House or to Hosparus of Green River and may be left at the Funeral Home.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

www.grissommartin.com

Charlene Roberts King, 64, of Cleves, OH died Saturday, January, 2, 2021 at Mercy West Hospital in Cincinnati, OH.  Born in Cincinnati, OH she was the daughter of the late Charles and Helen Hadley Roberts.

Survivors include her husband Donald J. King of Cleves, OH; five children Bill Padgett of Ohio, James Padgett of Columbia, KY, Robert Cohorn of Ohio, May Braun of Columbia, KY and Pamela Cramer of Ohio; four step-children Jeanie King, Annette King, Nicole King and Kelly King Gillian all of Ohio; a brother Charles Carl Roberts of Dry Ridge, KY; three sisters Sharon Schill of Ohio, Patty Hildebrand of Indiana and Sally Carter of Ohio; several grandchildren, niece and nephews also survive.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a step-son Don Gillian; two brothers James and Edward Roberts, and three sisters Brenda Miller, Lina Campbell, and Charlotte Turner.

Funeral services will be 2:00pm Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Bear Wallow Cemetery.  Visitation will be after 12:00pm Wednesday at the Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

At the family’s request the funeral service will be live streamed on Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home Facebook Page for those not able to attend.

Carl Lewis Froedge age 76 of Columbia, KY passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2020 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY. Carl was born on January 25, 1944 in Adair County, KY to the late William McKinley Froedge and Pearl Parson Froedge. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Bell Froedge, two daughters, Teresa Rhinehart and Donna Jean Froedge, one grandson, Jeremy Eugene Gross, five brothers, Emmitt, Lester, Cecil, Wesley, and J.C. Froedge and two sisters, Marie McInteer and Ann Maesk. Carl was a member of New Concord Community Church and a former minister of Columbia Community Church.

Survivors Include:

Three Daughters- Melissa Richards(Johnny) and Libby Fields(Ricky) both of Columbia, KY and Lisa Gross of Tompkinsville, KY

One Brother- Coy Froedge of Columbia, KY

8 Grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends

Funeral Service:

Thursday, December 31, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY with burial in Columbia Cemetery. Family requests visitation after 5 P.M. on Wednesday at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home

ALL ATTENDEES TO THE VISITATION AND/OR FUNERAL ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A FACIAL COVERING AND FOLLOW THE HEALTHY AT WORK GUIDELINES

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

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