Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 29, 2019
Mrs. Juanita Cox of Campbellsville passed from this life on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at the Grandview Nursing and Rehab Facility. Born on February 26, 1946 to the late Benny L. and Lois (Gribbins) Garrett, she was 73 years, 9 months, and 2 days of age. She was a cherished mother and grandmother, and the devoted wife of Mr. Walter B. Cox, who preceded her in death in 2011. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and attended the International Gospel Lighthouse.
Mrs. Cox leaves to cherish her memory:
Two daughters: Faye Tungate and companion Sonny Bagby of Campbellsville, and Doris Dobson and companion Mark Henderson of Campbellsville,
A granddaughter raised as a daughter: April Edwards and husband Lanny of Campbellsville,
Seven siblings: Stanley Garrett of Merrimac, Junior Garrett of Indianapolis, and Evelyn Cox , Jeanette Clemmons, Josephine Newton, Betty Seals, and Connie Gribbins, all of Campbellsville,
Six grandchildren: Danny Randall Tungate, Davie Lynn Tungate, Jimmy Dale Tungate and companion Erica O’Rafferty, Amanda Jean Davis and husband T.J., and Joshua Dwayne Dobson, all of Campbellsville,
Eight great-grandchildren: Jakeb, Max, Lacy, Jade, Gracie, Austin, Destiny, and Dakota,
And a host of other family and friends.
She was also preceded in death by two daughters: Nancy Anna Garrett and Sandra Kay Cox; and three siblings: Barbara Jean Tungate, David Garrett, and Hanley Garrett.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Cox on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home. Sister Anna Overstreet will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Tallow Creek Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, November 30, from 5:00-8:00 PM.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 28, 2019
Mrs. Mary Lou (Seay) Graham of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Evelyn (Smith) Seay, was born on June 13, 1944. She passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at her home, being 75 years, 5 months, and 13 days of age. She was a former Home Health Aide, and was of the Baptist faith. She lived a quiet and peaceful life, and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Graham, in 2002.
She leaves to mourn her passing:
One son: Rondall Beams and wife Hope of Greensburg,
A chosen son: Lloyd Gabbert of Tennessee,
One sister: Barbara Wilkerson of Hardin County,
A beloved sister-in-law: Barbara Seiler of Montana,
Three grandchildren: Charity Cassady, Latisha Clark and husband Chris, and Faith Corbin and husband Alex,
Six great-grandchildren: Molly, Kira, Ethan, Caleb, Lydia, and Abigal,
And a host of other family and friends.
There will be a memorial service to honor the life of Mrs. Graham on Monday, December 2, 2019 at 6:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. Jason Shirell will be officiating.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, Dec. 2, after 4:30 PM until time for the service.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 28, 2019
Mrs. Cathy Renee Routt of Campbellsville passed from this life on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 in Louisville at the Norton Hospital. She was born to Donald Brockman of Campbellsville and the late Joyce (Bell) Burress on April 6, 1965. She was 54 years, 7 months, and 20 days of age. Mrs. Routt was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom and a homemaker. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith.
Besides her father, she leaves to mourn her passing: Her husband: Don Routt of Campbellsville,
One son: Timothy Williams and wife Kristen of Greensburg,
Four stepchildren: Nathan, Brian, Theresa, and Donald, Jr.,
Four siblings: Ricky Brockman and wife Brenda, Tammy Caldwell and husband Terry, and Lynn Knifley and husband Ryan, all of Campbellsville, and Michael Brockman and wife Tonya of Mt. Sterling,
Several grandchildren, including: Emilee, Lane, Lacey, Christopher, and Carley,
And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Routt on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Burial will follow in the Mt. Washington Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, November 29, from 5:00-8:00 PM.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 22, 2019
Mr. Howard Edward “Grady” Caldwell of Campbellsville was born on December 26, 1947 to the late James “Jim” and Clora Mae (Spurling) Caldwell. He departed this life on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at his home, being 71 years, 10 months, and 26 days of age. He was a retiree of Parker-Kalon, and the beloved husband to Mrs. Mary (Porter) Caldwell, who survives.
Mr. Caldwell enjoyed working with his hands and was a talented small engine mechanic. In his younger years, he was instrumental in helping his brother compete in motorcycle drags. He also loved spending time at home with his family – especially when they could watch the University of Louisville Cardinals.
Besides his wife, Mrs. Mary Caldwell, he leaves to cherish his memory:
Three children: Andrea Lynn Caldwell of Louisville, Latonya Broadnax of Indiana, and John Vernon Caldwell of Campbellsville,
Two siblings: Margie Durham of Campbellsville, and James Caldwell of Campbellsville,
Five grandchildren,
And a host of other family and friends.
He was also preceded in death by a sister, Nell Groves.
The eulogy will be delivered at 4:00 PM on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Campbellsville. Family and friends are invited to stay after to share memories and stories.
At the request of Mr. Caldwell, cremation rites will be accorded him after the service.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 15, 2019
Rev. Carol G. Perkins, the son of the late Riley and Pernie Perkins, was born Monday, July 15, 1940 in Taylor County, KY and departed this life on Thursday, November 14, 2019 in Campbellsville at his home.
He was 79 years and 4 days of age.
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was called into the ministry as a pastor in the Separate Baptist Church, having served as pastor of Flatwoods in Columbia, Holy Temple in Albany and Victory Church in Campbellsville and was one of the founders of Campbellsville Separate Baptist Church. He was a retired employee of Parker-Kalon in Campbellsville, where he was a tool and die maker. He loved visiting and meeting new people everywhere he went, he never met a stranger.
He enjoyed making knives, photography, grafting apple trees and spending time with family and friends and playing with his dogs.
He united in marriage on August 12, 1962 to Carol Ann Tungate Perkins, who survives.
Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter: Tina Perkins-Draper and husband Dennis of Campbellsville; four grandchildren: Aaron Brock and wife Elesha, Mackenzie Brock and wife Jessika, Kansas Riley Gutierrez and husband Alex and Wayne Draper; ten great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Rev. Perkins, was also preceded in death by four sisters: Margaret Wilson, Dorthea Read, Frances Hayes and Linda Cox and a brother: Clyde Perkins.
The funeral service for Rev. Carol G. Perkins will be Monday, November 18, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. EST in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens. Bro. Clifton Cowan and Bro. Roger Peak will be officiating.
Pallbearers: Dwayne Cox, Richard Chelf, Lonnie Farmer, Mike Bennett, Randy Reece and Billy Wilson.
Honorary Pallbearers: Travis Keltner, Bobby Cave, Lonzo Wiggington, John Sanders, Glen Parker and Hack Marcum
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