Posted by Lyndell Petty on Apr 11, 2025
David Hensley Jr. of Campbellsville, the son of the late David Hensley Sr. and Mary Eula Priddy Hensley, was born on October 19, 1946, in Clovis, California, and departed this life on April 11, 2025, in Campbellsville. He was 78 years of age.
He was of the Baptist Faith and was a former employee of Cox Interior. He enjoyed watching old westerns, ’57 Chevy’s, and other old cars, pinto beans and cornbread, and a good glass of sweet tea.
He is survived by his loving wife Mary Harris Hensley, having united in marriage on July 17, 1971.
Three children also survive: Charles Hensley of Campbellsville, Lisa Cox and her husband Russell of Greensburg, and Robert Hensley of Campbellsville. Two grandchildren: Tyler Cox and Nicholas Cox.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers: Norman Cox and Gene Shines.
The funeral service for David Hensley Jr. will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in the Mt. Washington Baptist Church Cemetery.
Bro. Freddy Thompson will be officiating.
The family has requested visitation on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 5 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Apr 10, 2025
Larry Charles Jessie, of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late Charles Reuben and Audra Nevelyn (Redford) Jessie, was born November 14, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois and departed this life on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in Lexington at the UK Medical Center. He was 78 years of age.
He was a retired Veteran, having served in the United States Air Force and was a Railroad Engineer having worked for Northwestern and Union Pacific.
Survivors include three children: Nickie Terry and husband Michael of Campbellsville, John Charles Jessie of Shelbyville and Amber Taraszka of Crystal Lake, Illinois.
Also two sisters and a brother: Linda Jessie Jones of Wisconsin, Deborah Jessie Roddy and husband Vernon of Campbellsville and Dan Jessie of New York; two grandchildren: Sawyer Phoenix Lange and Cody James Taraszka and his dog Bella.
To honor the request of Larry, cremation rites were chosen and no formal services are scheduled at this time.
Memorials are suggested to Dementia Alliance International.
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville in charge of arrangements.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Apr 9, 2025
Debra Sue Newton of Campbellsville, the daughter of the late Franklin Dea Ray and Lorene Minor Ray, was born August 11, 1962, in Green County, KY, and departed this life on April 8, 2025, in Campbellsville. She was 62 years of age.
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Pitman Valley Baptist Church. She was a homemaker and a former employee of Grandview Nursing Home. She enjoyed crocheting and sewing and was a very honest, loving, and devoted person.
She is survived by her husband, David Newton of Campbellsville, and three children: Christopher Tungate and his Fiancé Amber Hyde of Campbellsville, Brandon Tungate and companion Elizabeth Covin of Campbellsville, and D.J. Sanders and his wife Keishia of Texas. 7 grandchildren: Austin Tungate, Calleigh Carter-Tungate, Channing Tungate, Kylee Sanders, Jackson Tungate, Rhett Sanders, and Savanna Sanders.
Also surviving are two brothers and three sisters: Loyd Ray (Sheila) Michael Ray, Betty Curry (Tommy), and Brenda Rose (William), all of Greensburg, and Tina Meece (Mark) of Campbellsville.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, David Allen Ray.
The funeral service for Debra Sue Newton will be held at 1:00 P.M. Monday, April 14, 2025, at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
Bro. John Russell will be officiating.
The family has requested visitation on Monday, April 14, 2025, from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service.
Pallbearers: Jon Curry, T.J. Curry, Tommy Curry, Mark Meece, Channing Tungate, and Nathan Hyde
Memorials are suggested to be donations to the American Cancer Society
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Apr 8, 2025
Beverly Carolyn Miller of Frankfort, KY, the daughter of the late Stratton Miller and June Jett Miller, was born November 15, 1939, in Jackson, KY, and departed this life on April 7, 2025, in Campbellsville. She was 85 years of age.
She professed faith in Christ and was of the Christian Faith. She was retired from the Kentucky Department of Revenue. She enjoyed taking care of her houseplants, playing the piano, and she was a very active and outgoing person.
She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law. June Rabbeth and her husband David of Greensburg, KY, 12 grandchildren: Dolly Kleiner, Caren Synder (Kevin), Jay Jones (Jessica), Sarah Sallee, David Sallee (Nikki), Nathan Sallee, Rebekah Sallee, Benjamin Sallee, Jacob Sallee, Layla Collings, Amanda Rabbeth, and Jacob Rabbeth, and 22 great-grandchildren. Also, one brother, Stratton Miller (Charlotte) of Owensboro.
Besides her parents: she was preceded in death by one son, David Clifton Thomas, and one brother, Harry Miller.
There will be a private family visitation at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the L. R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel in Campbellsville, with cremation to follow.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Apr 3, 2025
Philip A. Hamm of Campbellsville, the son of the late Herbert Hamm and Anna Mae Bibeau, was born on March 23, 1951, and departed this life on April 2, 2025, at Baptist Health in Louisville. He was 74 years of age.
Philip was of the Catholic faith and retired from Palumbo Construction Company after 30 years in road construction. He was also the owner of a trucking business. A hardworking and dedicated man, he took pride in providing for his family and was known for his strong work ethic and kind heart.
Above all, Philip was a devoted husband to Janice Lee Boreman Hamm, whom he married on April 5, 1975. Their marriage was a testament to love, commitment, and partnership, and after nearly 50 years together, they are now reunited in eternity.
Philip cherished his family deeply and was a proud and loving father and grandfather. He is survived by his two daughters, Linda Hamm and Jennifer Van Mersbergen and her husband Guy, all of Campbellsville; four grandchildren: Rebecca Hamm, Jaylynn Van Mersbergen, Philip Van Mersbergen, and Chyanne Van Mersbergen.
He is also survived by one sister and two brothers: Anna Cervantes (Juan) of Campbellsville, David Hamm of Florida, and Dean Hamm (Leslie) of Illinois, along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends.
Philip had a passion for antique cars, cooking, and coin collecting, but his greatest joy was spending time with his loved ones. He was a family man, a loyal friend, and a good neighbor who was always willing to lend a helping hand.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers: Joe Mohr, Donald Hamm Kathleen Hamm, and Ricky Hamm.
Philip will be deeply missed, but his legacy of love, hard work, and devotion to family will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.
Cremation was chosen, and there will be no services.
Memorials are suggested to be donations to Hosparus of Green River.
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