Cathy-Jo “Cathy” Batten, 54

Posted by Lyndell Petty on Apr 3, 2024

Cathy-Jo “Cathy” Batten (Rector), of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, age 54, was called to her heavenly rest on March 27, 2024, in Campbellsville, Kentucky. Cathy was born on October 15, 1969, daughter to the late William Garrett Rector and the living Sue Maxey. As a woman of enduring faith and steadfast love, Cathy’s life was a portrait of traditional values and unwavering commitment to her family. Her laughter echoed the simple joys of life, and her willpower reflected the honorable, disciplined character she embodied. Cathy leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion in her family.

She is survived by her loving husband, Ronald Batten; her dear daughter, Destiny Batten, along with son-in-law, Chris Woods; and her adored granddaughters, Khloe Batten, Korie Woods, and Remie Jo Woods, who will continue to cherish her memory. She also leaves behind her brother, Garrett Rector Sr. (Dawn), her sister, Carolyn Sue Rector, and her caring mother and stepfather, Sue and Jimmy Maxey, as well as numerous nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly. Cathy’s passage into eternal peace is one we meet with heavy hearts, yet we find comfort in the knowledge that her spirit finds solace in the presence of the Divine.

We part with our beloved Cathy with the traditional words, Earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust,” in the sure and certain hope of the Resurrection to eternal life. “We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord.” II Corinthians 5:8 NKJV.

The family wishes to express their gratitude for the heartfelt condolences and kind gestures shown during this time of sorrow. Cathy’s life, marked by authenticity and a gentle strength, will be commemorated in the truest sense through the memories held close by those who had the pleasure of knowing her.

The family chose cremation and there will be no public services.

Terry Lee Gray, 78

Posted by Lyndell Petty on Apr 2, 2024

Terry Lee Gray of Mt. Sherman, KY, the son of the late Garland French Gray and Alberta Mitchell Gray, was born on February 8, 1946, in Hardin County, KY, and departed this life on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at his residence. He was 78 years of age. He professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist Faith. He was retired from the Kentucky State Police and was a veteran having served his country honorably in the United States Army.

He is survived by his loving wife: Vickie Mitchell Gray of Mt. Sherman, and three sons: Joseph Clayton Gray of Elizabethtown, John Leroy Gray, and wife Amy of Clarksville, TN, and Jordan Finn, and his wife Andrea of Campbellsville. Seven grandchildren: Lee Gray, Kerrick Gray, Ava Gray, Cayley Gray, Ella Gray, Tayla Gray Evan Finn, Camden Finn, and Savanah Magers. Three great-grandchildren: Konner, Keegan, and Khloe.

Also surviving are two brothers: Kenneth Gray and Albert Gray.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter: Mandy Magers, one granddaughter: Allison Gray, one brother, and one sister: Charles Gray and Linda Page.

There will be a Memorial Service for Terry Lee Gray on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at 2 P.M. at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel.

The family has requested visitation on Sunday, April 7, 2024, from 12:00 P.M. until the time of the service. 

Memorial donations are suggested to be donations to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund or to Hospice of Green River.

Peter (Pete) Everett Wright, 77

Posted by Lyndell Petty on Apr 2, 2024

Peter (Pete) Everett Wright passed away on March 31, 2024 at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY. Pete was born in Jasper County, Indiana on June 3, 1946 to the late Wilbur and Betty Belle (Luttrell) Wright. Pete was 77 years old at the time of his passing.

Pete has always been surrounded by a large, loving family. In addition to his parents, Pete was preceded in death by late wife, Gloria Jean (Hunsaker) Wright, one sister Ruth Ann (Wright) Cooper, one brother, Albert C. Wright, one daughter, Kristina Louise Wright Sult, and one son, David Forrest Rooksberry.  Deeply missed, Pete is survived by his loving wife, Angela Marie (Stewart) Wright, four children, Gloria LeMaster (Curt), James Wright (Sherrie), Jeffrey Wright and Renae Lahue (Jeramie), brothers: Sherman Wright and Charles Wright (Cheryl).  Pete was blessed with fourteen grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren and one great-great grandson.

Pete was a man who wore many hats.  To his grandchildren and great grandchildren, he was a loving Papaw.  To his neighbors, he was a friendly face and a helping hand.  To his beloved wife, he was a generous provider who spoiled her rotten.  To his children, he was a banker, carpenter, auto technician, chef, and all-around handyman who had an answer for everything.

Funeral Services will be held at 1pm EST on April 3, 2024 at LR Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Road, Campbellsville, KY 42718.

Visitation will be held 12:00 P.M. until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the funeral expenses. Those can be made in person at the funeral home.

Loretta Mae Cave, 88

Posted by Lyndell Petty on Mar 27, 2024

Loretta Mae Cave of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Leonard Sanders and Verna Hannel Sanders, was born on July 17, 1935, in New Salem Township, IL, and departed this life on Monday, March 25, 2024, at Taylor Regional Hospital. She was 88 years of age.

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She professed faith in Christ and attended Pitman Valley Baptist Church. She was a former Caregiver at the Brother James Court facility in Illinois. She enjoyed gardening, animals, farm life, and just being in the country. She loved the time spent raising her kids, and spending time with her grandchildren and great–grandchildren.

She united in marriage to Roy L. Cave who preceded her in death.

She is survived by five children: Deborah Hargrove (Buddy) of Alabama, Dennis Cave (Vicki) of Illinois, Diana Wilson (Danny) of Campbellsville, Verna Darlene Wise (Chris) of Illinois, and Donald Cave (Erica) of Florida. Sixteen grandchildren, and twenty-five great-grandchildren.

Besides her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by two sisters: Mary Teal and Alice Carlisle, and one grandson: Robert Ward, Jr.

Local arrangements are being handled by L.R. Petty Funeral Home.

Funeral services times will be forthcoming from the Hurley Funeral Home located at 122 WEST DOUGLAS AVENUE, PETERSBURG, IL 62675 with burial in the Pleasant Plains Cemetery in Pleasant Plains, Illinois.