Posted by Lyndell Petty on Mar 16, 2026
Lou Ann Gladson of Elk Horn, KY, the daughter of the late Russell Eugene Cooper and Annabelle (Bennett) Cooper, was born November 20, 1961 in Illinois and departed this life on Sunday, March 15, 2026 in Greensburg at the Jane Todd Crawford Hospital. She was 62 years of age.
She was a former security guard, a homemaker and of the Christian Faith.
She enjoyed training dogs and horses.
Survivors include a daughter: Audria Richmond and companion Stoy King of Elk Horn; a son: Jared Justin Gladson and wife Samantha of Louisville.
A sister and two brothers: Carmen Maurer, Bill Cooper and Gary Cooper, all of Illinois.
Four grandchildren: Rubye Richmond, Emmie Gladson, Jared Justin Gladson, Jr and Sammy Gladson and a host of other relatives and friends.
To honor the wishes of Lou Ann Gladson, cremation rites were entrusted to L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville.
There are NO services planned at this time.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Mar 16, 2026
David Lee Paige, of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late James Wesley Dunlap and Verna Mae Shively, was born July 17, 1951, and departed this life on March 11, 2026, at his home. He was 74 years of age.
He was a retired employee of Western Kentucky Gas Company and enjoyed playing basketball, doing things around the house and taking his wife fishing.
On July 8, 1977, he united in marriage to Sarah Harrington Paige, who survives.
Also surviving are his siblings: Deforest Paige of Campbellsville, Betty Harrington, James E. Dunlap, and Felicia Durham all of Indianapolis, Carol Robinson, Joyce Dunlap, Faye Williams (Phil), Helen Hazelwood (William), and John Dunlap all of Campbellsville, and Donnie Dunlap of Anchorage, Alaska, and many other relatives and friends.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his Bonus-father, Lawrence Paige, and four brothers, George Paige, Len Paige, Raymond Paige, and James L. Dunlap.
Cremation was chosen according to David’s wishes and there will be no services. L. R. Petty Funeral Home is in charge or arrangements.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Mar 16, 2026
Deborah Ann Atkinson of Lebanon, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026 in Lebanon at the Springview Hospital at the age of 57.
She was born August 26, 1968 in Lebanon, to the late George and Mary (Hatcher) Atkinson.
Deborah was an employee of the United States Postal Service in Lebanon and was a member of the Bethel AME Church in Campbellsville.
She enjoyed bowling and watching her daughter play softball and loved dedicating her time to the church.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother: James Atkinson.
Survivors include a daughter: Keira Atkinson of Lebanon; a brother: Anthony Atkinson of Lebanon; a sister: Michelle Evans and husband Rodney of Louisville; her grand-dog: Bentley.
Also surviving are her nieces and nephews: Karissa, Jamar, Meechie, Javontae and Chanson Atkinson and wife Chloe, Kayla Richerson and husband Chris and Lisa Allen, an aunt: Alberta Thornton, and a host of other relatives and many friends.
FUNERAL: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11:00 A.M.
First Baptist Church on Broadway in Campbellsville.
OFFICIATING: Rev. Doretha Sanders
INTERMENT: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
VISITATION: Tuesday from 5-8 PM at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and after 10 AM Wednesday at the church.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Mar 16, 2026
Wayne Sprowles, 91, of Campbellsville, KY., passed away peacefully March 9th, 2026. He was born on December 22, 1934 in Taylor Co. He was the son of the late Willie Sprowles and Katie Nelson Sprowles.
Mr Sprowles professed faith in JESUS CHRIST early in life and was a member of the Campbellsville Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 69 years, Mary Helen Allen Sprowles, who passed away in December 2024; infant son, Alan Wayne Sprowles; sister, Sadie Underwood Skaggs and brother, Willard Underwood.
Survived by daughters: Billie Diane Pyles Mardis of Campbellsville; Retha Sprowles Baumle of Louisville. Grandsons, Brandon Mardis, (fiance’ Jayne); Kyle Mardis (fiance’ Tracy). One great grand daughter, Makayla Mardis. Two great great grandsons Axton New and Alec Mardis. Brother, Olyn Sprowles. Sister, Myrtle Grimes (Billy). Also survived by a host of nieces/nephew/cousins and many friends.
Mr Sprowles worked for 14 years for American Tobacco Co. in Louisville. And then retired after 31 years from Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville.
Known as “Sporty”, he enjoyed drag racing for many years. He loved buying cars and cleaning on cars, (he always had the cleanest car in town.) He also enjoyed working in his yard, and mowing/trimming shrubs for others.
Wayne Sprowles was a humble man who loved his family and friends.
A special thank you to the entire staff at Bluegrass Assisted Living, who cared for him and loved him dearly.
Visitation: Sunday, March 15, 2026, 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Funeral: Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 1:30 PM
Officiating: Dr. Dwayne Norman
Entombment: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Mausoleum
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Mar 2, 2026
Curtis “Buddy” Garrett, of Elkhorn KY, The son of the late Johnny Garrett, Jr. and Emma Tungate Garrett, was born September, 9, 1946, in Marion County, and departed this life on Sunday, March 1, 2026 in Campbellsville. He was 79 years of age.
He was of the Baptist Faith and was a dairy and tobacco farmer for over 60 years. He enjoyed flatfoot dancing, trap shoots, loafing at the store, and most of all he loved his family.
He is survived by his loving wife Mary Alice Fisher Garrett of Elk Horn, and three children: Nancy Lee Tungate and her companion Doug Warren of Campbellsville, Curtis Garrett and his wife Lisa of Merrimac, and Amanda Tucker and her husband Justin of Knifley. 8 grandchildren: Hope Garrett, Cody Garrett (Renee Corbin), Brittany Tungate (Chris Compton), Kelsey Garrett (Austin Harris), Bridget Tungate, Johnny Murphy, Garrett Tucker, and Emily Garrett, and 4 great-grandchildren.
Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a great-grandchild Addison Bray.
Funeral Service: 2 PM Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Old Liberty Cemetery.
Bro. Jordan Burton and Mark Harrison will officiate.
Visitation: Tuesday, 5-8 PM at the funeral home.
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