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Christopher Brian Black

Posted by on Oct 10, 2026

Christopher Brian Black

Christopher Brian Black, of Campbellsville, KY, the son of Brian Nathan Black and Lisa Ann (Truax) Lewis, was born June 18, 1990 in Louisville and departed this life on Friday, October 9, 2026 in Marion County, KY as the result of an automobile accident. He was 36 years of age.

He was a supervisor at Curtis Maruyasu America in Lebanon and was of the Christian faith.

He enjoyed watching his favorite football team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, shooting basketball, but most of all spending time with his children.

Survivors include his wife: Sarah Renea (Derman) Black; his parents: Brian and Marsha Black and Lisa Ann and Thomas Bradley Lewis; his children: Karson Lee Black and Kylie Mae Black, all of Campbellsville.

A brother: Shawn Michael Nault (Joel); a sister: Grace Nevaeh Andrea Black; a step-sisters: Brandi Lewis Moneypenny and Brittany Lewis Bartley.

Also surviving are his grandfather: Jerry Black of Campbellsville; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Tony and Vonda Derman of Columbia, special friend: Dustin Burton and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by a step-brother: Bradley Lewis and his grandparents: Phyllis Black, Roy Truax and Jean MaHaffey.

FUNERAL: Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at the

L.R. Petty Funeral Home.

OFFICIATING: Bro. Greg Lewis

INTERMENT: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

VISITATION: 5-8 P.M. on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at the funeral home.

As the family faces the heartbreaking loss of a beloved husband and father, memorial donations are being accepted to provide financial assistance and support for his wife and children. Any contribution, no matter the amount, will be a meaningful expression of love and compassion. Donations may be made at the funeral home.

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Ernie Wayne Burris

Posted by on Oct 7, 2026

Ernie Wayne Burris

Ernie Wayne Burris of Campbellsville, the son of the late Ray Burris and Dimple Corbin Burris, was born May 12, 1953, in New Castle, IN, and departed this life on October 7, 2026, in Campbellsville. He was 73 years of age.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Campbellsville First Church of God. He was a retired employee of Fruit of The Loom where he worked in the bleach house and was an electrician. He enjoyed golf and mowing his and his daughters yards, hanging out at his brother Michael’s muffler shop while talking to his “bleach house buddies”.

He is survived by his wife Donna Gilbert Burris of Campbellsville, and one daughter, Dana Parson, also of Campbellsville along with a host of other relatives and friends.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter in infancy, LeeAnn Burris, two brothers, Michael Burris, Ronnie Burris, and one sister Linda Jeffries.

Funeral Service: Monday, October 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM with burial to follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

Bro. Evan Tedder will officiate.

Visitation: Monday, October 12, 2026 from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.

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Luther Nelson Veatch

Posted by on Sep 28, 2026

Luther Nelson Veatch

Luther Nelson Veatch of Campbellsville, the son of the late Edgar Veatch and Bertha Nelson Veatch, was born on July 17, 1955, and departed this life on September 28, 2026, in Campbellsville. He was 71 years of age.

Luther was a carpenter and laborer doing roofing, building houses, and various construction jobs. He enjoyed motorcycles, hunting, collecting Camel Cigarette memorabilia, and spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his children, Travis Veatch (Anita Jenelle) of White House, TN, and Troy Veatch of Campbellsville.

Three sisters and two brothers, Mildred Haynes (Raymond), Carl Veatch (Ruth), Mary Sprowles (Paul), Herbert “Hub” Veatch (Brenda), and Connie Flechler (Dennis), and a host of grandchildren, and other relatives and friends, including his special friend Steve Hess.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Kyle Veatch, and by two brothers and one sister, Andrew Veatch, Joseph Veatch, and Dollie Flechler.

Cremation was chosen according to Luther’s wishes and there will be no public services. 

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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Willie Ray “Bill” Shipp

Posted by on Aug 24, 2026

Willie Ray “Bill” Shipp

Willie Ray “Bill” Shipp of Campbellsville, the son of the late Ernest Shipp and Roberta Smith Shipp, was born on June 17, 1957, in Marion County, and departed this life on August 19, 2026. He was 69 years of age.

He was a former employee of Wal-Mart, Ingersol-Rand, and Malone Realty, and was a photographer. He enjoyed riding his Harley –Davidson motorcycle, traveling, photography, hunting mushrooms, and attending concerts.

He is survived by two nephews, Galen Shipp of Indiana, and James Shipp of Campbellsville. One sister-in-law, Geneva Shipp of Campbellsville, his adopted family, Sandy Parent (Greg), Veronica England-Lobb (John), Alex England (Logan), and Katie England. Also, his god-children, Jaclyn Bottoms, Chase Bottoms, and Kari Negron.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ernest M. Shipp, and James Edward Shipp.

There will be a visitation from 4:30 – 6:30 PM, Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with cremation to follow.

Memorials are suggested to be donations to the Funeral Expense Fund

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William Paul “Bill” Fain

Posted by on Aug 20, 2026

William Paul “Bill” Fain

William Paul “Bill” Fain of Campbellsville, The son of the late Billy Joe Fain and Mildred Williamson Fain, was born on July 3, 1953, in Dallas, TX, and departed this life on August 19, 2026, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown. He was 73 years of age.

Bill was a long-time community servant having cared for many people in Taylor County over the years as an EMT, Paramedic, and Respiratory Therapist, and as a Registered Nurse at Taylor Regional Hospital. Bill was in the second graduating class of Paramedics in Kentucky, and helped in the construction of the Campbellsville-Taylor County Rescue Squad building.

Bill is survived by his children: Andy Fain (Brittany) of Campbellsville, Stacey Fain Lewis, and Bethany Ezell of Gallatin, TN, Joseph Fain and Chris Fain. Three grandchildren, Austin Fain, Kirk Fain, and Emily Ezell. One brother, David Fain of Campbellsville, and his two fur babies, Butterscotch and Peaches.

Also, surviving is his former spouse and significant other, Pam Laboyteaux of Campbellsville.

Bill’s wishes were to be cremated and to have no formal service.

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Charge of arrangements.

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