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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Feb 23, 2026
 Billy R. “Pete” Daugherty, 91, of Campbellsville, died after Noon on Tuesday, February 20th, 2026, in Avon, IN.
Son of the late Anthan and Laura Marlow Daugherty, he was born April 20, 1934, in Campbell County, TN.
He professed faith in Christ, served as Deacon of Indian Heights Baptist Church and most recently was a member of Lebanon Church of Christ.
He was a retired employee of Continental Steel and Mitre Construction, both of Kokomo, IN. He was also a member of the Taylor County Sheriffs Department, having served on the Lake Patrol, Transportation and as Bailiff.
He was married to Joyce Ann Shipp, on August 20th, 1960. She preceded him in death, January 10th, 2010.
He later married Barbara Sandusky, on August 21, 2010. She preceded him in death on March 2, 2019.
Survivors include daughters and sons-in-law, Steve and Pennye Parsons of Avon, Andy and Toni Brock of Kokomo, Teresa and Ron Morgan of Campbellsville and son and daughter-in-law Shannon and Teresa Sandusky of Shepherdsville; five grandchildren: Paul Parsons of Greenwood, IN, Whitney Meyer and her husband, Craig of Evansville, IN, Lauren Davis and her husband Brian of Kokomo, Bradley Parsons and his wife, Elizabeth of Greenwood, and Adam Brock and his wife Kinsey, of Kokomo; eight great-grandchildren; Maddie, Caroline, Grant, Leilani, A.J., Fallynn, Elena, and Isaac; nine step -grandchildren and twelve step-great-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by his siblings: Elmo, Garrett, Oliver “Buck”, Wilsie Jo “Toots”, Jane, and Betty “Corky”; his sister-in-law Peggy.
He was also preceded in death by stepson Gerry Sandusky of Madison, IN and granddaughter Casey Schaeffer of Greensburg.
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VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Thursday, February 26, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Thursday, February 26, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Michael Goodwin
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO BROOKE KNOLL VILLAGE IN AVON, INDIANA TO BE USED FOR “PETE’S FUN MONEY” AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Feb 21, 2026
 Melva Beard of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Wilbur Wethington and Bea Stayton Wethington, was born November 17, 1936 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 7:50 A.M., Saturday, February 21, 2026 in Campbellsville. Age: 89
Melva had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist Faith.
She united in marriage to J.T. Beard December 6, 1957 and he preceded her in death July 20, 2019.
Melva loved tending her garden and always had a yard full of flowers and plants. She enjoyed sewing, crafting, and quilting, and she was a member of the Taylor County Extension Homemakers Club. After moving back to Taylor County, Melva revived her love of playing cards and became an avid Bridge player, sharing many trips and tournaments with her niece, Terri Chandler.
She is survived by one daughter and two sons: Janie Beard Hlavinka and husband, Brian of East Bernard, Texas, Scott Beard and wife, Gayle of Campbellsville, and Jeff Beard of Campbellsville; eight grandchildren: Amanda Beard of Campbellsville, Richie Zuniga of Campbellsville, Blair Burress and husband, Riley of Campbellsville, Shelby Beard of Palm Coast, Florida, Nathan Hlavinka and wife, Mary Kate of Bury St. Edwards, England, Andrew Hlavinka and wife, Mallory of Hockley, Texas, Joshua Hlavinka and wife, Megan of East Bernard, Texas, and Ethan Hlavinka and wife, Raegan of Fulshear, Texas; eight great-grandchildren: Aiden Zuniga, Layla Zuniga, Boe Burress, Jason Burress, Aleah Burress, Henry Hlavinka, Charlotte Hlavinka, and Katherine Hlavinka; and many other relatives and friends.
Melva was preceded in death by a son, Bernie Beard, and a sister, Martha McCubbin.The family would like to express their appreciation to Melva’s caregivers, Pam Parker, Donna Belcher, and Robin Gabehart during her time of need. _______________
VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville
ENTOMBMENT: Brookside Mausoleum
PALLBEARERS: Riley Burress, Andrew Hlavinka, Ethan Hlavinka, Joshua Hlavinka, Nathan Hlavinka, Aiden Zuniga
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Feb 19, 2026
Mrs. Sandra Sue (Chappell) Ayers of Elk Horn, formerly of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed from this life on Monday, February 16, 2026 at her home. She was the daughter of the late Kenneth Veldon and Hazel Lorraine (Cauble) Chappell and was 79 years of age at the time of her passing. She was a former municipal employee, having worked for the the City of Indianapolis, the State of Indiana, and the United States Postal Service. She was a member of Old Bethel United Methodist Church and was the devoted wife of Mr. Jeffrey Ayers, who preceded her in death on February 18, 2023.
She was also preceded in death by an infant son: Kenneth Warren, and a former son-in-law: Richard Wilson.
Mrs. Ayers leaves to mourn her passing: a daughter: Kathryn Jo Ayers,
Two siblings: Marilyn Jackson and Linda Powell,
Four grandchildren: Brandy Cooper and husband Brandon, Meagan Cox, Cody Borders, and Nikki Wilson,
Six great-grandchildren: Nastaja Cooper, Zeliah Cooper, Brandon Cooper, Jr., L.J. Martin, Alyianna Buntain, and Ava Buntain,
And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.
Mrs. Ayers had chosen cremation. She will be interred beside her late husband in the Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Madison, Indiana at a later date.
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