J.C. Kirby & Son Funeral Chapel - Lovers Lane

Mary "Barney" Cooke Burns, 93, of Bowling Green, Ky slipped away peacefully at Hospice House on Dec 5, 2023. She was born the only child to the late Will J and Mary B Cooke, and grew up in Island, KY. Barney met her late husband of 62 years, Glenn Turner Burns Sr., at summer camp where they were both scout counselors. They attended University of Kentucky and University of Louisville where she was involved with the Delta Zeta sorority. The two returned to Owensboro where they were wed. After several military moves, they settled in Bowling Green where they raised five children: Glenn Turner Burns Jr. (Elizabeth), Caroline B Russell (Dwight), William "Bill" Burns (Chanel), Samuel "Sam"...

Darrell Lindsey was born to the late Lucian & Viva Lindsey on June 14th 1941. He was the youngest and was preceded in death by three siblings: Dilmon, Diasy and Dorris. Originally from Todd County, Darrell moved to Bowling Green in 1980. He was a successful self-employed cattle broker, until his retirement. He was a member of Hillvue Heights Church. Darrell's greatest enjoyment was his family. He is survived by a son Barry Lindsey (Tanya), a daughter Kim Kemp (Lynn) Elkton, Ky. Grandchildren: Chad Chapman, Nashville Tn, Heather Bryant (Lance) Clarksville, Tn., Madeline Duncan (Jackson) Colorado Springs, Co, and Grace Lindsey, Covington, KY. He is also survived by three great...

Minnie Whitson Swack passed away Sunday December 3, 2023 in Bowling Green. She was born in Cookeville, TN August 10, 1932 to the late Watson and Lou Whitson. Minnie was the wife of the late John Swack, they were married for 50 years (Oct. 29, 1948). In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Thurman (Ernestine) Whitson of Oak Ridge, Tn., Vin (Ina) Whitson of Savannah, Ga. and Edsel (Vallie) Whitson of Cookeville, Tn. and her sisters, Janie (James) Brown of Monroe, MI, Lucy (Bob) Mason of Evansville, IN and formerly of Bowling Green, and Clara Whitson of Bowling Green. Minnie was a graduate of Cookeville High School, attended Tennessee Tech University, and then, as...

"George", "Baba" Willgruber was born to Matthew and Mary Ann Moskal on November 6, 1942 in Ambridge, Pa. She was a sister/mother and best friend to little brother Matt Moskal born January 1944. She met Andrew "Jack" Joseph Willgruber III in 1960 and married. Their love fostered 3 sons, Andrew "Drew" Joseph Willgruber IV (wife Shelly), Dr. Sean Timothy Willgruber (wife Julie), and Matthew Paul Willgruber (wife Amie). Jack and George moved their 3 sons to Bowling Green in July of 1983. She loved being mom to her sons and lived for her family. She and her husband had their grandchildren: Abbigayle, Tabitha and AJ (Drew and Shelly), Emma, Jax, Zippi and Izzi (Sean and Julie), Kaylee, Zane,...

Robert Chaffin, age 82, passed away at the Hospice House of Southern Kentucky on December 1, 2023. He was born to the late William Henry and Lola Lee (King) Chaffin in September of 1941. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings; Alice Carol Dunn, Clara Mae Gaskin, Betty Byrns, Briggs Chaffin and Elnora Dulley. Robert served in the Bowling Green Fire Department for 25 years, where he retired as Captain. After retiring, went to work for the Warren County Sheriff's Office where he served as a Bailiff for 5 years. Survivors include his wife of 49 and half years Peggy (Cable) Chaffin and their children; Robin Gayle Games (Dax) and Ray Michael Conley (Melissa). Two...

Joseph "Terry" Price, age 76, died Thursday, November 30, 2023 in Lebanon TN. Visitation will be 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday, December 4, 2023 and Tuesday 9:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. Full obituary will be available at jckirbyandson.com

Elizabeth Ann Cichy Papciak, age 89 passed away Thursday November 30, 2023 at the Hospice House of Southern Ky. The Milwaukee, Wi. Native was the daughter of the late Danica Beatovic Krimel and wife of the late Steve Papciak. She is survived by her two daughters, Pamela Beatty (Norm) and Patrice Fernandez (Tury), two granddaughters, Lauren Meihls (Michael) and Kasey Petrilli (George) and two great grandchildren, Teddy and Emilia Petrilli. Graveside Services will be Saturday December 2, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the St. Joseph Catholic Church Cemetery.

Stephen Alan Wilson died Tuesday, November 28, 2023. He was 63 years old. Steve was born September 3, 1960, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, where he spent the majority of his life, until moving to Houston where he met his wife, Cristie Young Wilson. They were married in 1988. Steve and Cristie returned home to Kentucky, where he lived the remainder of his life. Steve was preceded in death by his parents Kenneth Wilson and Wilma Jaggers Wilson; his sister, Valerie Vincent (Kevin); and his grandson, Grayson Kinsey. He is survived by his wife of 35 years; five children, Cameron Kinsey (Lexi), Jessica Minor (Ike), Rachel Wilson, Emily Logsdon (Noah), and Nathaniel Wilson; four grandchildren, Aurelia...

Shannon Renee Stafford, age 49, passed away Tuesday November 28, 2023 in Nashville TN. Born October 21, 1974 in Lubbock, Tx., Shannon was the daughter of Randall and Linda Jones. She was preceded in death by one brother, Joey Jones, her grandfathers, Elmer Bratcher, and Mac Jones, one aunt, Brenda Gilbert, and one uncle Johnnie Jones. Shannon graduated Martinsville High School in Martinsville, In., attended David Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tn. and graduated IUPUI of Indianapolis, In., with a bachelor's degree in sign deaf interpreting and held certified interpreting license. Shannon was active in the mission field, working with Living Tree Academy in Belize. In addition to her...

Joe Ewell Price, 80, of Rockfield passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at Hospice of Southern Kentucky. He was a Warren County native and was born June 22, 1943. Joe was preceded in death by his parents Ewell and Euleta Lloyd Price. Joe was retired veteran of the U. S. Army, MSG 1st Special Forces 101st Airborne Division Green Berets, having served 27 years and was in the Vietnam War. He was an avid U. K. Basketball fan and loved any football games that was on T.V. Joe also enjoyed NASCAR racing and he never met a stranger. Survivors include his wife Louise Italiano, one son Eric Price (Theresa) and step-daughter Tracy Italiano. Two sisters Sheila Thompson (Jim) and Teresa Darnell (Ken)...

Xuemei He Johnson, age 51, passed away at her residence on November 26, 2023 in Bowling Green, KY.The Liuzhou City, China native was the daughter of the Late He Kecai and Zeng Yongying, who survives.Xuemei was the former owner of New Asian Massage Therapy, she was a dedicated, hardworking, mother, daughter, and wife. She is survived by her husband, Anthony W. Johnson of Bowling Green and one daughter and three grandchildren who reside in China. Visitation will be Wednesday November 29, 2023 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM at the J. C. Kirby & Son Lovers Lane Chapel. Funeral Service will be at 11:00 AM followed by burial in the Bowling Green Gardens.

Wildon C. Wilson, age 86, passed away Saturday November 25, 2023 at the Hospice House of Southern Kentucky. The Butler County native was the son of the late Cora Flener. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by one brother, Chelson Wilson one sister, Daisy Miller and one son-in-law, Grant Cline. He was also preceded in death by his father & mother-in-law, Richard & Jewell Manco. Wildon is survived by his wife of 67 years Josephine Wilson, four daughters, Windy Cline, Cindy Matlock (Ed), Kim Hamilton (David), and Debbie Embry (Blane), seven grandchildren, Heath Matlock (Jana), Seth Matlock (Lindsey), Matthew Hamilton, Bret Embry (Katie), Sarah Hamilton, Lane Embry...

Juanita Bogle, age 93, passed away, November 18, 2023, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Visitation will be from 9 until 11 a.m. Saturday, December 2, 2023 at First Baptist Church with funeral service beginning at 11 a.m. A full obituary may be seen at jckirbyandson.com

Reba Joyce Osborne Burden, 75, of Bowling Green passed away November 15, 2023 at TriStar Centennial Hospital in Nashville. The Bowling Green native was born March 19, 1948 to the late Renick Osborne and Reba Mae Pearson Osborne. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James E Burden and son, Timothy Wayne Burden. Reba was a member of Rocky Springs Baptist Church. She was a dedicated Pastor's wife who loved the Lord and had a servant's heart. Survivors include one sister, Linda Lou Duffer, five nieces, Jerri Lynne Hayes (Patrick), Marquetta Massey (Kenny), Tammy Alford (Mark), Donna Dockery (Scotty) and Denise Tarrance (Brian) three nephews, Jeffrey Milam (Pamela), Marlin Milam and...

Alice Ann Tridle, 77, of Leitchfield, KY passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023 at The Medical Center after a brief illness. She was a native of North Manchester, IN and born February 11, 1946. She was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Jeanette Tridle, a sister Earline Joseph and her husband Phil and a brother Harold Tridle. Alice was retired office manager from Consolidated Paper Group and member of the Methodist faith. She was an avid U. K. basketball fan and loved drag racing. Alice will be missed by all who knew her and was a friend to everyone. Survivors include her companion Jimmy Gower and her niece Teresa Roberts (Bob) and three precious great nieces and one great-great...