William “Bill” Smith, 62

Posted by on Jul 29, 2016

Bill SmithGunnery Sergeant William R. “Bill” Smith of Campbellsville was born on April 10, 1954 to the late E.J. and Barbara (Ferguson) Smith in Orange, Texas. He departed this life Thursday, July 28, 2016 at the Taylor Regional Hospital after a battle with cancer. He was 62 years, 3 months, and 18 days of age. GySgt Smith retired from active duty in the United States Marine Corps after 14 years of service. He was the proud husband of Mrs. Gay (Cottrell) Smith, who survives. He professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed hard work, and found relaxation outdoors by raising flowers and a garden, reading, and hunting and fishing.

He leaves to carry his legacy:

His wife: Gay Smith

Two sons: William Smith and companion Chelsey of Lexington, and Donnie Hartsock of Louisiana,

Two siblings: Debbie and E.J., both of Texas,

Four grandchildren,

Special family friends: Stacey, Tracie, Tammy, and Suzanne,

And a host of other family and close friends.

He was also preceded in death by two siblings, Stevie and Bonnie.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of GySgt. Smith on Monday, August 1, 2016 at 10:00 AM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, July 31, from 5:00-8:00 PM EST.

There will be an interment service on Thursday, August 4, at 11:00 AM EST at the Lebanon National Cemetery, 20 Highway 208, Lebanon, KY 40033. Full military Honors.LRPETTY LOGO

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Joe Wayne Milby, 45

Posted by on Jul 29, 2016

Joe Milby Mr. Joe Milby, the son of Nancy S. Vance Milby of Summersville and the late Alfred Milby, was born April 10, 1971 in Greensburg and departed this life on Thursday, July 28, 2016 in Louisville at the Norton Hospital. He was 45 years of age.
He was disabled in this life, but loved to hunt and fish when his health allowed him. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Oak Forest Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Gabe.
Besides his mother he is survived by a son: Corey Milby of Elkhorn, two sisters: Linda Milby of Summersville and Karen Milby Jeffries and husband Greg of Thurlow and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
The funeral service for Mr. Joe Milby, will be Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville with burial to follow in the Wilson Cemetery at Summerville. Bro. Joe Milby will be officiating.
Visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. on Saturday until time for the service.
Memorials are suggested to the funeral expense fund and can be made at the funeral home.LRPETTY LOGO

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Mildred Imogene Johnson, 87

Posted by on Jul 19, 2016

Johnson Mrs. Mildred Imogene (Bias) Johnson of Campbellsville was born on Saturday, September 8, 1928 to the late Chauncey and Essie Opal (Webb) Bias. She went to be with her Lord on Monday, July 18, 2016 at her home after an extended illness. She was 87 years, 10 months, and 10 days of age. She professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Bible Baptist Tabernacle. Mrs. Johnson’s kind and helpful spirit led her to become a home health care attendant after retiring from the Fruit of the Loom factory in Campbellsville. Mrs. Johnson was the wife of Percy John, Jr., who preceded her in death in 1999. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

She leaves to cherish her memory:

Four children: Sandra K. Boyd and husband Mike of Campbellsville, Terry G Johnson and wife Debra of South Carolina, Ginger R. Johnson of Campbellsville, and Percy Johnson III of West Virginia,

One daughter-in-law: Patsy Johnson of West Virginia,

Five grandchildren: DeShawna Boden, Amanda Despain, Joshua Despain, Terry Johnson, Jr., and Michael Johnson, Jr.,

Six great-grandchildren,

And a host of other family and friends.

Besides her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by one son, Michael Dale Johnson, two sisters, and one brother.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Johnson on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718. Bro. Bob Cutler will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 3878 Greensburg Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, July 21, after 10:00 AM until time for the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Bible Baptist Tabernacle in memory of Mrs. Johnson.LRPETTY LOGO

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Johnna Atkins, 52

Posted by on Jul 19, 2016

Johnna AtkinsMrs. Johnna C. Atkins of Larue County was born on Thursday, September 12, 1963 in San Diego, California to James Jones and DonNeva (Funk) Travis. She departed this life on Sunday, July 17, 2016 at the Taylor Regional Hospital after an extended illness. Mrs. Atkins was a veteran of the United States Army and served her country honorably through retirement. She enjoyed spending leisurely evenings on her iPad, talking with her grandkids, and dreaming about shoes, all while drinking coffee and watching the animals play.

She leaves to cherish her memory:

Her husband: Mark Atkins of Buffalo,Kentucky,

Five children: Kiersten Angely of Virginia, Johnathan Schoenhals and wife Jessica of Texas, Kathryn Lopez of Buffalo, Kimberley Atkins, also of Buffalo, Kentucky, and Anthony Atkins of Idaho,

Her parents: James Jones of Oregon, and DonNeva Travis of Texas,

Three sisters: Jodeen Jones of Texas, Jimalee Custer of Washington, and Jaylene Jones of Texas,

Nine grandchildren: Kloe Vanhooser, Keyara Styles, Briar Vanhooser, Trapper Schoenhals, Treagan Schoenhals, Tracker Schoenhals, Grady Schoenhals, Bentley Horton, and Mariella Lopez,

And a host of extended family and friends.

Cremation rites were accorded Mrs. Atkins by the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Campbellsville. A memorial service with full military honors will be conducted at a later date in Shattuck, Oklahoma.LRPETTY LOGO

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Tara Nicole Simpson Lamer, 35

Posted by on Jul 17, 2016

Tara Nicole Mrs. Tara Nicole Simpson Lamer was born to Carol Simpson Brown and the late Kevin Glasscock on Monday, July 13, 1981 in Greensburg and departed this life on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at her home in Campbellsville. She was 35 years and 3 days of age. Mrs. Lamer was a former employee of Ingersoll-Rand in Campbellsville. She professed faith in Christ and was of the Catholic faith. Memories of her kind and loving spirit will be forever cherished by those who knew her.

She leaves to mourn her passing:

One son: Ryan Sears of Campbellsville,

Her mother: Carol Jean Simpson Brown of Campbellsville,

Two brothers: Joshua Simpson and wife Patricia, and Brandon Brown and companion Makyta, all of Campbellsville,

Two half brothers: Jody Bandy and Jeremy Bandy, both of Campbellsville,

Grandparents: Shelia Gumm and William Simpson, both of Campbellsvile,

Her aunt: Bridgett Jones and husband Kim of Campbellsville,

Cousins: Kelli Rae Tedder, Bobbi Jo O’Banion, and Kristy Lynn Bandy, all of Campbellsville,

Niece and Nephews: Serenity Brown, Joshua Simpson, Jr and Jacob Simpson.

Her beloved cat and dog: Kloe Nicole and Sadie Jade,

And a host of other family and friends.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Tara Nicole Simpson Lamer on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 12:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718. At Mrs. Lamer’s request, cremation rites will be accorded her after the service.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 19, from 10:00 AM until time for the service.LRPETTY LOGO

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