Helen Helm Gribbins Clements, 91

Posted by on Jul 17, 2023

Helen Helm Gribbins Clements, 91

Helen Helm Gribbins Clements of Campbellsville, KY, the daughter of the late Troy B. Helm and Anner Lou Bottoms Helm, was born September 8, 1931 in the Merrimac Community of Taylor County, KY, and departed this life on Monday, July 17, 2023 in Campbellsville. She was 91 years of age.

She had professed faith in Christ and had been a member of the former Tallow Creek Methodist Church. She retired after 25 plus years of employment with Fruit of the Loom Co. and was a homemaker. She enjoyed playing bingo with her sisters, crossword puzzles, and looked forward to her roses sent to her by her husband every week.

She had united in marriage to Billy Gribbins and later to Udell Clements, both who have preceded her in death.

She is survived by five children: Maureen Seaborne, Harold Gribbins and wife Debbie, Louise Gribbins, Kim Cox and Tammy Rainwater all of Campbellsville. Nine grandchildren: Jimmy Hunt, Sherry Hunt, Wesley Seaborne, Cathy Jo England, Chad Gribbins, Travis Gribbins, Lauren Gebler, Adam Rainwater, and T.J. Davis.  13 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren.

One brother and one sister: Wanda Benningfield and Kenny Bandy both of Louisville, KY.

Besides her parents and her husbands, she was preceded in death by two sons and one daughter: Arnold Gribbins in infancy, Danny Dale Gribbins and Aileen Hunt, one brother and four sisters: Walter Helm, Rosie Gribbins, Ethel “Duck” Graham, Kathleen “Kat” White, and Bonnie Hancock, and one infant granddaughter, Courtney Rae Rainwater.

There will be a funeral service for Helen Helm Gribbins Clements on Friday, July 21, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. at L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel, 1765 New Columbia Rd. Campbellsville, KY with burial to follow in Merrimac Cemetery.

Bro. Roger Bland will officiate.

The family requests visitation on Friday, July 21, 2023, from 11:00 – 1:00 P.M. at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville.

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Larry Paul Mitchell

Posted by on Jul 7, 2023

Larry Paul Mitchell of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late Henry M. Mitchell and Marie G. Bender Mitchell, was born on November 17, 1949 in Heidelberg, Germany and departed this life on July 4, 2023 at his home. He was 73 years of age. He had served his country honorably in the United States Navy and had previously been employed as a civil service worker.

He is survived by two daughters: Jennifer Banaszak of Spring Hill, TN and Julie Marlow of Elizabethtown, KY. Two sisters: Tanya Sherrard and Sanya Darby, and six grandchildren.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers: Donnie Mitchell and Jimmy Mitchell.

The family has chosen cremation with interment at a later date at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central in Radcliff, KY with military honors.

 

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Richard Matthew “Rick” Deluca

Posted by on Jul 7, 2023

Richard Matthew “Rick” Deluca

Richard Matthew “Rick” Deluca of Greensburg, KY, the son of the late Frances Roy Deluca and Jean Deluca of Bardstown, KY, was born on November 5, 1960 in Louisville, KY and departed this life on July 6, 2023 at his home. He was 62 years of age. He was a self-employed Air Freight Trucker. He had served his country honorably in the United States Army as a member of the 101st Airborne. He enjoyed hunting, shooting, playing pool and was a great Husband and Dad.

He is survived by his wife: Lori Lynn Sibbald Deluca, his mother: Jean Deluca and companion James Everett of Bardstown, two sons: Richard Matthew Deluca, Jr. and wife Christina of Louisville, and Robert John “Bob” Deluca and wife Mary of Greensburg.

Two brothers and one sister: Johnny Watson and Donny Watson and wife Karen all of Louisville, and Rhonda Broderick and husband Patrick of Taylorsville. One granddaughter: Violet Sue Deluca. Special friends: Anthony Tameling and his brother–in-law Donald Sibbald.

Besides his father he was preceded in death by one brother: Peter Deluca.

The funeral will be 11 A.M. EST Wednesday July 12, 2023 at Lebanon National Cemetery with full military honors. Bro. Steve Orr will officiate.

Memorials are suggested to be donations to KODA (Kentucky Organ Donors Association).

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Terry Lee Hohn

Posted by on Jul 3, 2023

Terry Lee Hohn

Terry Lee Hohn, 65, of Campbellsville, KY, passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Terry was born on March 11, 1958, in Mitchell, South Dakota to Mathias and Viola (Starrett) Hohn. He married Linda (Lichtsinn) Hohn on October 24, 1987, in Butler, Indiana. Terry was a truck driver for over 40 years. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Terry was a devoted father and husband. He was patient, kind, and so easy to love. He made friends easily with his warmth and humor.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Mathias and Viola Hohn, daughter, Tina Hicks, and siblings, Clara Rosas, Carolina Barton, Bobby Hohn, Delly Hohn, and Dale Hohn.

Loving survivors include his wife of 35 years, Linda Hohn, children, David Hohn, Kevin Hicks, Michelle Couch, Jason Hicks, and Paul “PJ” (Jenny) Jones, 17 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, sister, Kay Hammers, brother LeRoy Hohn, and twin brother, Jerry Hohn.

To honor Terry’s wishes, the family will gather on Friday, July 14, at 1:00 PM at the family home, 1297 Hickory Grove Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at 1:00 PM at the home.
In lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to assist the family at this time may bring a covered dish for the family either day.

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

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John Dennis Fox

Posted by on Jul 3, 2023

John Dennis Fox

John Dennis Fox of Hodgenville, KY, the son of the late John Wesley Fox and Mary Louise Sparks Fox, was born May 27, 1949 in Rockford, IL, and passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, on Friday, June 30, 2023 in Magnolia, KY. He was 74 years of age.

He had professed faith in Christ and was a retired Assembly of God Minister. His favorite scripture was Psalm 46, “Be still and know that I am God.” He was an avid reader, a fan of Cubs baseball, and enjoyed spending time with family. He had obtained a Master’s Degree in speech and drama.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Glenda Fay Fox, having united in marriage on September 6, 1968.

Three Children: Mary Kessinger and husband Ricky, John Fox and wife Jeannette, and Charley Fox and wife Becca.

Ten grandchildren: Ashley Davis (Matt), Wesley Kessinger, Allison Kessinger, Christina Fox, Thomas Fox, Joseph Fox, J.D. Fox, Kayleigh Fox, Avery Fox, and Nova Fox.

Two great grandchildren: Cash Yount and Briggs Davis.

He was preceded in death by his parents: John Wesley Fox and Mary Louise Sparks Fox.

Cremation was chosen and a graveside service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to be donations to Hosparus of Central Kentucky and may be made at the funeral home or mailed to: 

Hosparus of Central Kentucky
P.O. Box 2149
Elizabethtown, KY 42702-9900

 

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