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Jewell Smith, 90 of Wilmore, Kentucky passed away peacefully at her daughter Debbie's house surrounded by her family on May 11, 2022. She was born to the late Charles and Susie Thompson on Sept 30, 1931, the youngest of 7 children. She was a faithful member of Heritage Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky. She had worked at Burroughs Corp for a number of years and then finished her career at Lexington Framing Supplies. She and her husband Jim opened up Jim's Quality in Nicholasville, Kentucky in 1987. Upon Jim's death in 2003, their son, Jimmy became part owner with his mom. She continued to go to the garage every day until she fell March 6th this year. Her interests included making and...

Ronald Lee Perkins, 66, was born December 18th 1955. Ronald was married to Rose (Sandfoss) Perkins for 41 years and they have 4 children; 3 sons Robert ,Christopher, and William; 1 daughter Desiree (Perkins) Johnson, husband James. Ronald has 2 grandchildren. Carter and Silas who he adored. Ronald was in the Army for 10 years and he retired from Cincinnati post office in Cincinnati. Ohio. Ronald will be greatly missed by his family. HE WAS ADORED AND VERY MUCH LOVED! Care Cremation and Funeral Service is honored to be entrusted with final care.

Susan M. "Sue" Burgmaier, loving wife, mother of two and stay-at-home mom, passed away peacefully, Friday morning, April 22. She was 81 and had been in declining health for several months. Sue is survived by her husband, James F. "Jim" Burgmaier, childhood sweetheart. She was born in Toledo, Ohio, to Paul and Corabelle Smith. Sue was a 1958 graduate of Notre Dame Academy. Sue was a stay-at-home mom and enjoyed that lifestyle. She delighted in her children and was involved in the many aspects of their lives, not the least of which was being an active Den Mother when her children were of that age. She also helped them deliver newspapers in the wintertime. She very much enjoyed that...

Bobby (Clayton) McKinney, 86, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was born October 8, 1936 in Breeding, KY, Adair County. Clayton is the son of the late Roy Owen McKinney and Jessaphine Williams Parker. He was a graduate of Caverna High School, Horse Cave Ky and the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy. He spent his entire career as a working Pharmacist. Survivors are his children, Laura McKinney ( Brian Charles) Fleming, Kevin Joseph McKinney, Scott Douglas McKinney, Eric Charles McKinney and Sean Fitzpatrick McKinney; grandchildren, Lindsey Scott (Ethan) Collins, Matthew Edward (Cade Thompson ) Fleming, Jeremy Todd Fleming; great...

Bobby (Clayton) McKinney, 86, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was born October 8, 1936, in Breeding, Kentucky, Adair County. Bobby is the son of the late Roy Owen McKinney and Jessaphine Williams Parker. He was a graduate of Caverna High School, Horse Cave, Kentucky and the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy. He spent his entire career as a working Pharmacist. Survivors are his children, Laura Jean (Brian C.) Fleming, Kevin Joseph McKinney, Scott Douglas McKinney, Eric Charles McKinney and Sean Fitzpatrick McKinney; grandchildren, Matthew Edward (Cade Winstead (Thompson) Fleming, Jeremy Todd Fleming, Lindsey Scott (Ethan)...

KY - Jack Montgomery, husband of Anne Montgomery, died on March 27, 2022, at the University of KY Hospital. Jack was a remarkable man. He had many hobbies and enjoyed life to its fullest. He was an avid gardener. He loved reading, Bluegrass Music, fishing, camping, astronomy, football and Nascar Racing. Jack proudly served in the United States Marine Corps in 1955. He was extremely honored to have been a service to his country. He retired from the Bowling Green General Motors Corvette Assembly Plant in 1998. In addition to Anne, Jack is survived by his daughter, Jerrie Thomen (MO) & son Jack Montgomery II (Pam) MO; 2 step-daughters, Emily Greenfield (Aaron Viles) Lexington, KY, ...

86, of Winchester KY died March 9th, 2022, after a short illness. Born January 26th, 1936, in St. Albans, WV. She was the daughter of the late Ray C. Bennett and Opal White Bennett. Barbara was a member at First Baptist Church of Winchester. She loved her animals, family, cooking, sharing her meals, reading and visiting with friends and neighbors. She retired after many years as a secretary at Union Carbide Corp. in South Charleston, WV. Barbara is survived by sister-in-law Jean Bennett and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Celebration of life service will be at Robinson United Methodist Church in St. Albans, WV at 1PM on April 9th 2022. Visitation at 12 PM. In lieu of flowers she would...

Barbara L. Bennett, 86, of Winchester KY died March 9th 2022, after a short illness. Born January 26th 1936, in St. Albans, WV. She was the daughter of the late Ray C. Bennett and Opal White Bennett. Barbara was a member at First Baptist Church of Winchester. She loved her animals, family, cooking, sharing her meals, reading and visiting with friends and neighbors. She retired after many years as a secretary at Union Carbide Corp. in South Charleston, WV. Barbara is survived by sister-in-law Jean Bennett and many nieces, nephews and cousins Celebration of life service will be at Robinson United Methodist Church in St. Albans, WV at 1PM on April 9th 2022. Visitation at 12 PM. In lieu of...

Our beloved and devoted wife and mother, Gail (Haley) Smith "Mummzie", entered into God's Kingdom on March 2, 2022, after a short battle with cancer. She passed at home in Lexington, KY peacefully with family and friends. Gail was born to Rev. W. C. Haley and Nellie (Jones) Haley on September 22, 1949, in Farmington, Maine. Gail attended Eastern Nazarene College and graduated with a B.S. in Elementary Education. She taught at Bowdoinham Christian Academy and substituted at various schools within the Maine School Administrative District 75. On June 3, 1972, Gail married Sherman after an unofficial proposal of, "You're a good cook Giggles. What are you doing for the next fifty years?" Gail...

Anyone who had the fortune of meeting and knowing Barbara Markesbery was one of the luckiest people on earth. Barbara was filled with grace and taught all of us what it means to live life joyfully and with wonder. Barbara Ann Abram Markesbery of Lexington, KY, and Honolulu, HI, aged 84, passed away from Alzheimer's disease on January 27, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents David and Marguerite Abram, husband, Dr. William Markesbery, and daughter Kendall. She is survived by her daughters Susanne (Michael) Arnold, and Allison (John) Robbins, her brother Theodore (Suzanne) Abram, her sister Catherine (John) Crowley, brother-in-law Harold (Junel) Markesbery, grandchildren John and...

1/17/1930 - 1/26/2022 Russell Dale Osborn was born in Fort Wayne, IN, graduated from North Side HS and attended Indiana University. Dale served in the US Air Force, employed at International Harvester, ITT and Magnavox Phillips Corporation. Dale married Rosemary Schwartz in 1951. They raised three children, Greg, Laurette and Scott, 5 grandchildren, Andrea Tracy, Maria Bennett, Daniel Durick, Kayla Osborn and Taylor Osborn, and 5 great grandchildren, Trinity Tracy, Rayden Tracy, Graham Bennett, Eva Durick, and Noelle Osborn. Dale will be lovingly honored at Camp Nelson National Cemetery in Kentucky.

Betty Y. Teele passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 8, 2022 in Lancaster, KY. Born on December 2, 1938 in Danville, KY, Betty was the daughter of the late Paul and Virginia (Cloyd) Young. She grew up in Junction City and was a graduate of Junction City High School. Betty attended Transylvania University and subsequently earned a degree in Home Economics and Textiles from the University of KY. With her love of creating, especially with any kind of sewing or craft needle, Betty used her creativity and skills to produce beautiful, unique clothing and textile creations. Her love of exploration combined with many years as a military spouse led her to live and travel extensively...

Cheryl Lewis, 63, of Lexington, KY, was reunited in heaven with her mother, father and brother on December 8, 2021. Cheryl loved her family dearly and spent 45 years married to her best friend. She cherished every moment spoiling her grandchildren. In her spare time she was a plant enthusiast and passionate about creating good meals for her family. Survivors include her husband, Michael Lewis; son, Addam Lewis and his wife, Anna; sister, Christina Forren and husband, Christopher; grandchildren, Aubrey, Alexander and Amelia Lewis; nephew, Jerami Halsey and his wife, Samantha; and nieces, April Halsey, Ashton Halsey, Sabrinah Nichols, and Gabriahna Forren. She was preceded in death by her...

Phill G. Scott passed away at his home with his family by his side. Born in Huddy, Kentucky, Phill was the oldest of Mallie and Opal Scott's (Rutherford) three sons. He married the love of his life, Sally Blankenship, in 1958. They had two children, Shaunna and Brent, of whom he was very proud. He was a good man who earned the respect of his neighbors and co-workers. A graduate of Belfry High School, Phill attended Pikeville Junior College. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. After attending Pikeville Junior College, he began his 35-year career at Bell Telephone Company, where he worked his way up from collecting coins at pay stations to commercial and then buildings &...

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Charles Gray Arbogast on November 4, 2021. He was predeceased by his parents John and Virgie Arbogast; his siblings Geneva Aubrey, Freddie Arbogast, Bobbie Arbogast, Betty Atkins, and Arthur Arbogast. He is survived by his wife Sally Arbogast of Lexington, KY; his son Adam (Letty) of Williamsburg, VA; his step-son James (Antoinette) of Hebron, MD; his siblings Joanne Little, Donna Partezana, Larry Arbogast, and Nancy Jones; He is also survived by two grandchildren Jake Arbogast and Abigail Arbogast, as well as several nieces and nephews. Contributions can be made in Charles Arbogast's memory to Shriners Hospitals for Children Medical...

Joseph Paul Wellner, Jr. of Frankfort and Winchester, Kentucky passed away on November 2, 2021 at the age of 64. Joe was a remarkable soul. A curious scientist, an avid reader, a lover of nature, an enthusiastic UK sports fan, a fervent lady's man, a globe trotter and a man of great spirit, Joe saw the beauty hidden in this world. He is survived by his brother and sister, his beloved niece and nephew, a host of wonderful cousins, and too many friends to count. He goes now, one last time, into the woods, to lose his mind and find his soul. Memorial service will be held at a future date.

June 6, 1953 - October 30, 2021 James Goodrich of Custer, Kentucky and formerly Radcliff and Vine Grove, died at Frankfort Regional Medical Center after a long battle with cancer. Jim was born in Fort Riley, Kansas to Durward Valentine and Marjorie Arlene Barnes Goodrich, the fifth of seven children. Jim was a 1971 graduate of North Hardin High School where he was an outstanding flute player and on the golf team. He was a top Jr. PGA player and state medalist. Jim loved his family, friends, and farm. Jim was predeceased by his parents and brothers Joseph Goodrich and John Goodrich. He is survived by brother Jeffrey Goodrich and sisters Judy Catlett (William), Jean Javidi, and Jane Card,...

Jane Lynn Smith passed away peacefully on Friday, October 8, 2021 at the age of 69. She was born on January 28, 1952 at Fort Knox, KY to Lynn and Betty Smith. Jane Lynn was preceded in death by her father Lynn, her mother Betty, and her brother Craig Smith. She is survived by her son Chris Kirsch, her grandchildren, Kristen and Austin Kirsch, her brother David (Rock) Smith, and her sister Kathy Jo Phillips. The family will be holding a private memorial service to lay her to rest. Please sign her Tribute Wall online at www.carecremationservice.com/obituaries. Donations in her honor can be made to the Humane Society.

Ann Carpenter Tollner, 70, of Lexington died on Fri., Oct. 1, 2021 at the UK Medical Center. She was born in Maysville, KY on April 26, 1951 to the late Ollie and Evelyn Morgan Carpenter. She is survived by her brother, Ronald Carpenter of Flemingsburg. No services are planned.

On the afternoon of August 12, 2021, Rudy passed away peacefully of natural causes. Rudy was comforted by family members at the Mayfair Village Retirement Community in Lexington, KY at the time of his passing. Rudy was 85 years old. Rudy Morgan was born in Owen County, Kentucky on June 26, 1936. He was the first of four children by Gladys and Lester Morgan. Rudy graduated from Owen County High School in 1954, then graduated from Georgetown College, majoring in Physics. Following college, Rudy moved to Cleveland, OH and worked several years for an Engineering firm. Rudy returned to central Kentucky and worked as an Electrical Engineer for over 20 years at Square D in Lexington. He then...

John Luchau, 76, passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 3, 2021. He was born March 21, 1945 in Salem, Oregon. John served in the US Navy for 28 years and was a Vietnam veteran. He and his wife, Christie, moved to Nicholasville in 2017 from Kea'au, Hawaii, where they had lived since his retirement. John quickly adapted to life in Kentucky, where he enjoyed hiking, bicycling, canoeing and attending antique car shows with his '46 Ford. Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Laura Luchau, brothers Wes (Ennetta), Clark (Marlene), and sister Gail Miller, along with numerous nieces and nephews, who are all west coast residents.