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Shirley “Boots” Perkins, 62

Posted by on May 19, 2016

Perkins, Shirley BootsMrs. Shirley “Boots” Perkins was born on November 27, 1953 in Campbellsville to the late Clarence Henry Price and Elizabeth Mae (Nelson) Hughes. She departed this life on May 17, 2016 at the Springfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after an illness, being 62 years, 5 months, and 20 days of age. Mrs. Perkins professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Campbellsville Church of the Nazerene. She worked at Smith’s Wholesale in Campbellsville before becoming a nurse at the Taylor County Hospital. Mrs. Perkins loved spending time with her friends and family, and will be dearly missed by many. She leaves to mourn her passing: One daughter: Tiffany Willis and fiancé Greg TenEyck of Stanford, one grandson: Tuck Napier, four siblings: Evelyn Dile and husband Kenny of Green County, Billy Price and wife Diane of Campbellsville, Linda Rooker of Campbellsville, and Cathy Tucker of Indiana, a friend she considered her sister: Marsha Gribbins of Campbellsville, a special friend: Daniel Mings of Campbellsville, and a close niece: Catina Simmons of Campbellsville, and a host of other family and friends.
She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Charlie and Laura Nelson, and three brothers, Coleman Price, Marvin Price, and David “Doc” Hughes.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Perkins on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718. Bro. Dwayne Lobb will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Brookside Cemetery, W. Main St, Campbellsville, KY 42718.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, May 20, from 5:00-8:00 PM.LRPETTY LOGO

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Irene Hall Walker, 88

Posted by on May 18, 2016

Walker, Irene HallMrs. Irene (Hall) Walker of Campbellsville was born on July 19, 1927 in Greensburg to the late Bedie and Emma Frances (Chaudoin) Hall. She departed this life on May 15, 2016 at the Taylor Regional Hospital, having attained the age of 88 years, 9 months, and 27 days. She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Taylor’s Chapel United Methodist Church. Mrs. Walker a homemaker and wife of Mr. William Lewis “James” Walker, Sr., who preceded her in death in 2000. She enjoyed several hobbies, such as quilting, canning, raising a garden, camping, and dry land fishing, but her true passion was in being a mother and grandmother. Her nurturing spirit always made sure her family and friends never left her house hungry.

She leaves to carry her legacy:

Two sons: Gordon Walker and wife Roberta of Campbellsville, and W.L. Walker and wife Kathy of Summersville,

Four siblings: Leland Hall and wife Barbara of Science Hill, Ray Hall and companion Mary Reed of Campbellsville, Janetta Milby of Summersville, and Rachel Dobson, also of Summersville,

Four grandchildren: Gwen Walker, Bro. Brandon Walker and wife Sherri, Robbie Walker, and Scott Walker,

Five great-grandchildren: Will Taylor, Alyssa Walker, Landon Walker, Emma Walker, and Chloe Walker,

One step great-grandson: Tyler Stryker,

A brother-in-law: V.T. Altman of Greensburg,

And a host of extended family and friends.

She was also preceded in death by a son, Roger Thomas Walker in 1964; two sisters, Wilma Durrett and Mathis Altman; a sister-in-law, Norma Jean Hall; and three brothers-in-law, Rev. Ancil “Bug” Durrett, Finis Milby, and Quincy Dobson.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Walker on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 11:00 AM EST in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718. The eulogy will be delivered by her grandson, Bro. Brandon Walker. Interment will follow in the Wilson Cemetery, Montgomery Mill Rd, Summersville, KY 42743.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, May 18, from 5:00-8:00 PM EST at the funeral home.LRPETTY LOGO

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Donald “Gene” Pritchard, 78

Posted by on May 16, 2016

Pritchard PicMr. Donald “Gene” Pritchard, the son of the late Eddie and Mary Osborne Pritchard, was born May 14, 1938 in Jefferson County, KY and departed this life on Sunday, May 15, 2016 in Campbellsville at the Campbellsville Nursing and Rehab. He was 78 years of age.
He was a former sawmill and farm worker.
Survivors include three daughters: Mary Caldwell, Patricia Pritchard and companion: Billy Nugent and Barbara Jean Pritchard, all of Campbellsville.
Three grandchildren: Kevin Pritchard, Erika Caldwell and David Kearney; three great-grandchildren: Arianna Britton, Katlyn Pritchard and Logan Pritchard and a host of other relatives and friends.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Gloria Pritchard, a sister: Jewell Lawhorn and two brothers: Norman Pritchard and Roy Pritchard.

The funeral service for Mr. Donald “Gene” Pritchard, will be conducted Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at 1:30 P.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church Cemetery.
Visitation after 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to the Funeral expense Fund, which can be made at the funeral home.LRPETTY LOGO

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Donald “Donnie” McFall, 67

Posted by on Apr 29, 2016

McFall, DonaldMr. Donald Keith “Donnie” McFall was born in Taylor County on February 18, 1949 to the late Calvin and Doris (Harmon) McFall. He departed this life on April 27, 2016 at his home in Campbellsville at the age of 67 years, 2 months, and 9 days. Mr. McFall was a retired mechanic. He enjoyed spending time outdoors; fishing and gardening were two of his favorite pastimes. He loved to travel and spent several weeks in the Smokies throughout his lifetime. Mr. McFall professed faith in Christ and was a member of the First General Baptist Church.

He leaves to cherish his memory:

His fiancé: Leona Price of Campbellsville,

Two brothers and one sister: Larry McFall and wife Angie of Campbellsville, Danny McFall and wife Ellen of Lebanon, and Connie Tate and husband Frank of Bardstown,

A sister-in-law: Lisa McFall of Campbellsville,

Easton Bishop of Myrtle Beach, FL, whom he considered a great-grandson,

His two pets: Sissy and Sassy,

And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by three brothers, Michael McFall, Mark McFall, and Randy McFall.

It was Mr. McFall’s request that his body be cremated and buried beside his parents. A private interment service was conducted at the Brookside Cemetery, W Main St, Campbellsville, KY 42718.LRPETTY LOGO

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Thomas Davis, Sr, 42

Posted by on Apr 27, 2016

davis4Mr. Thomas Davis, Sr. of Radcliff, formerly of Greensburg, was born to Mary (Johnson) Leonard and the late Riley Angelo Davis, Sr. in Lafayette, Indiana on October 30, 1973. He departed this life on Saturday, April 23, 2016 in Grayson County as the result of an automobile accident. Mr. Davis was 42 years, 5 months, and 24 days of age. He professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed working with his hands and earned a living as a farmer and landscaper.

He leaves to cherish his memory:
His mother: Mary (Johnson) Leonard of Radcliff, Five children: Thomas Davis, Jr., James Davis, and Ciera Davis, all of Elizabethtown, Jason Coates of Radcliff, and Michael Coates of Carlisle,
Six siblings: Paul Johnson of Rineyville, Trudy Coates, Riley Davis, Jr., Angela Rabah, and Rex Davis, all of Radcliff, and Kathryn Ramirez of California,
2 grandchildren: Braxton Coates and Audrey McHugh,
His former spouse: Linda Nichols of Elizabethtown,
And a host of extended family and close friends.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Davis on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at 5:00 PM EST in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1765 New Columbia Rd., Campbellsville, KY 42718. Youth Minister Alex Williams will be officiating. At the request of Mr. Davis, cremation rites will be performed after the service and his ashes will be scattered in some of his favorite places.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, April 28, from 3:00 PM until time for the service.LRPETTY LOGO

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