Paul Leonard Adams, 49

Posted by on Jun 2, 2024

Paul Leonard Adams, 49

Paul Leonard Adams of Campbellsville, KY, the son of David Wayne Adams and the late Kitty Wells Adams, was born July 17, 1974, in Louisville, and departed this life on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Campbellsville, KY. He was 49 years of age.

He was of the Christian Faith and was employed at Mattingly Security as a Security Guard. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing and hunting of all kinds. His family says that he was the “best husband”, “was a laid back and gentle soul”, and “was the toughest man that ever lived”. He absolutely loved spending time with his family and would’ve done anything they asked of him.

Survivors include his loving wife of twenty-six years: Jennifer Burley Adams of Campbellsville, Six children: Jake Noel of Lebanon, Raelyn Wilson and husband Alex of Campbellsville, Paul Adams II of Lebanon, Raven Adams and significant other Jason Agee, Xavior Adams, and Gabriel Adams all of Campbellsville. One granddaughter: Juniper Irene Matthis, and one expected grandchild.

Three brothers: David W. Adams, Jr. of Lexington, Joshua Adams of Campbellsville, and Ryan Adams of Elizabethtown.

Also surviving are a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many friends.

Besides his mother, he was preceded in death by two sisters: Clareasa Ellen “Lisa” Adams, and Priscilla Adams.

 There will be a funeral service for Paul Leonard Adams on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 1:00 PM at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Mt. Washington Cemetery.

The family has requested visitation on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.

 

Memorial donations are suggested to be donations to the Funeral Expense Fund and those can be made at the funeral home.

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Richard Lynn “Ricky” Brown, 62

Posted by on May 28, 2024

Richard Lynn “Ricky” Brown, 62

Richard Lynn “Ricky” Brown of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late James Brown and Myrtie Taylor Brown, was born December 9, 1961, and departed this life on Sunday, May 26, 2024, in Campbellsville, KY. He was 62 years of age.

He was of the Baptist Faith and attended Calvary Baptist Church. He was a builder and the owner of Brown Construction. He enjoyed watching westerns, talking with friends, flea markets, grilling, and spending time with family.

Survivors include one son: Richard “Bubby” Brown, Jr., and his wife Myra of Greensburg. Nine sisters: Patty Milby, Clara Bagby, Betty Farmer, Mable Houston, Kathy Sharp (Joe), Beverly Brown, Deanna Bland, and Rhonda Dickens, all of Campbellsville, James Lewis Brown of Greensburg, and Susie Riggs (Richard) of Lebanon.

Also surviving are six grandchildren: Remy Brown, Caselynn Brown, Lyrik Marr, Micahla Sears, Jayla Crask, and Ryan Sears. Nine great-grandchildren, and a special friend Mary Gray of Campbellsville.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters: Billy Ray “Goat” Brown, Pearl Turpin, and Emma Lee.

 

 There will be a funeral service for Richard Lynn “Ricky” Brown on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 1:00 PM at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

Bro. John Nguyen will officiate.

The family has requested visitation on Thursday, May 30, 2024, from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.

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Tommy Joe “Turtle” Whitlock, 64

Posted by on May 22, 2024

Tommy Joe “Turtle” Whitlock, 64

Tommy Joe “Turtle” Whitlock of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late Arvin Ray Whitlock and Rita Mae Warner Whitlock was born on April 19, 1960, in Marion County, KY, and departed this life on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in Campbellsville. He was 64 years of age.

Tommy loved doing lawncare and landscaping work, spending time with family and friends, and toy collecting. He attended the Upper Room Church.

He is survived by seven brothers and sisters and their spouses: Bill Whitlock (Sharon), Clellan Whitlock (Elizabeth), Ronnie Whitlock (Jeannie), Mazie Bagby (Kenneth), Paul Whitlock (IlaJean), Mary Redman Lampkin (Charles), and Jerry Whitlock (Chicquita).

Also surviving is one brother-in-law: Willie Lampkin, and a special friend Jennifer Bell.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers and sisters: Diane Whitlock, Mary Alma Lampkin, Mark Whitlock, and Leo Whitlock.

 There will be a funeral service for Tommy Joe “Turtle” Whitlock at 1:00 P.M. EST on Saturday, May 25, 2024, in the chapel of L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Mt. Washington Cemetery. 

Bro. Daniel Cook will officiate.

 The family has requested visitation from 11:00 – 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to be donations to the funeral expense fund and can be made at the funeral home.

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Daisy Jean Deweese, 67

Posted by on May 19, 2024

Daisy Jean Deweese, 67

Daisy Jean Deweese of Campbellsville, KY, the daughter of the late James Abner and Grace Gribbin Abner, was born on December 19, 1956, in Campbellsville, KY, and departed this life on Sunday, May 19, 2024, in Louisville. She was 67 years of age.

She was a retired employee of Taylor Regional Hospital having worked many years as a Respiratory Therapist. She professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist Faith. She enjoyed fishing, crafts, knitting, and baking cakes.

She is survived by her husband: Ricky Lee Deweese of Campbellsville, and three children: Jennifer Williams of Hodgenville, Richard Deweese, and Addie Deweese both of Campbellsville.

Six grandchildren: Gracen Jones, Thomas Christian Williams, Isabella Williams, Bailey Deweese, Julian Deweese, and Damian Deweese. One Great-grandson: Asher Jones.

One sister and two brothers: Emma Melissa Lawson, Roy Franklin Fulks, and John Edward Fulks, all of Campbellsville.

The family has requested visitation from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel.

A private funeral service will be held at a later date.

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Donald C. Whitley, 84

Posted by on May 17, 2024

Donald C. Whitley, 84

Donald C. Whitley of Elizabethtown, KY, the son of the late Wesley Whitley and Mae Ferguson Whitley, was born on May 1, 1940, in Campbellsville, KY, and departed this life on Friday, May 17, 2024, at Baptist Health Hardin. He was 84 years of age.

He was a retired employee of the Kentucky Dept. of Transportation and was the prior owner and barber at Don’s Barber Shop. He was a graduate of the Louisville Barber College and was a proud Democrat. He professed faith in Christ, and was a lifelong member of St. Andrew Methodist Church, and attended the Grace Heartland Church in Elizabethtown.

On December 2, 1962, He united in marriage to Gwendolyn Kelly Whitley, who preceded him in death on March 12, 2017.

He is survived by two sons: Marcus Whitley and his wife Stacey of Leitchfield, and Donnie Whitley of Elizabethtown.

Four grandchildren: Landon Pauley Whitley, Sydne Hope Whitley, Ian Hinson, and Ethan Hinson (Nicole). Three Great-grandchildren: Aubrey Hinson, Keaston Hinson, and Ahliana Hinson.

One sister: Charlotte Callahan.

Besides his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by five brothers: Dean Whitley, Lewis Whitley, Joe Whitley, Rev. Jerry Whitley, and Howard Whitley. Destiny Shelton, who he loved as a grandchild, and his furry companion, Bengie.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Donald C. Whitley at 1:00 P.M. EST on Monday, May 20, 2024, in the chapel of L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens. 

The family has requested visitation from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to be donations to Gideon Bibles and can be made at the funeral home.

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