Clarence G. “C.G.” “Squeak” Collins

Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jun 24, 2026

Clarence G. “CG” “Squeak” Collins, 86, was born on February 20, 1940, in Shawneetown, Illinois, and passed away peacefully at his home on June 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

CG was the oldest son of Kelly C. and Almira Dempsey Collins of Carmi, Illinois. He married the love of his life, Lynda Simmons, on May 7, 1966, in St. Clair, Michigan, beginning a marriage that would span six decades.

A man of deep faith, CG made his profession of faith and was baptized at Maunee Methodist Church in Maunee, Illinois. He graduated from Carmi High School before attending Murray State University and Campbellsville College on a basketball scholarship, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. While attending Campbellsville College, he was among the students who helped establish the Lebanon House. He later attended the University of Texas, where he earned his degree in Petroleum Engineering.

Together, CG and Lynda built Collins Petroleum, a business that provided employment opportunities for many throughout the community. His leadership extended far beyond his business endeavors. He served as President of the Chamber of Commerce, helping attract and support numerous businesses in the area. He later became President of the Kentucky Oil and Gas Association and was instrumental in helping establish the Tennessee Oil and Gas Association. His contributions to the industry were recognized when he was named Tennessee Oilman of the Year.

CG remained deeply committed to Campbellsville College throughout his life, supporting student-athletes, participating in alumni activities, and serving as an announcer for countless sporting events. He also served on the Board of Trustees for Lindsey Wilson College. One of his greatest legacies was the encouragement, mentorship, and generosity he shared with others. He touched countless lives throughout Campbellsville, Corbin, Lexington, and many other Emmaus communities.

Several generations of athletes and fans will remember CG’s familiar voice from the announcer’s booth at Miller Park and Trace Creek. He was a steadfast supporter of local schools, churches, community events, fish fries, and charitable causes. He never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a helping hand.

CG is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Lynda Collins; his daughters, Kellie Bland (Billy), Susie Wilson (Shannon) of Campbellsville, and Natalie McVay (Allen) of Hopkinsville.

He was the proud grandfather of twelve grandchildren: TC Bland (Misty) of Rogersville, Tennessee; Brandon Mackie (Danielle) of Greensburg, Kentucky; Zac Mackie (Annette) of Hanahan, South Carolina; Kayla Curtis (Steven)Lebanon, KY; Morgan Wills (Cody) of Campbellsville, Kentucky; Griffin Wilson (Olivia) of Bardstown, Kentucky; Emerson, Carlee, Cobe, Hannah, Allisa, and Kourtney McVay of Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

He was also blessed with fifteen great-grandchildren: Braylee, Drew, Amber, Madison, Jaxon, Caroline, Meredith, and Mila Mackie of Greensburg, Kentucky; Cali, Norah, Gordon and Andi Wills of Campbellsville, Kentucky; Zoey and Oakley Curtis of Lebanon, Kentucky; and Maddie Bland of Rogersville, Tennessee.

CG is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law, William K. “Bill” and Connie Collins of Campbellsville, Kentucky. A host of nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends. CG was honored to open the doors of his home to many “bonus children” throughout his lifetime.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kelly and Almira Collins, and his brother, Robert Warren Collins of Carmi, Illinois.

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Talmond J. “Pete” Pierce

Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jun 22, 2026

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Talmond J. “Pete” Pierce of Campbellsville, son of the late Vernon P. Pierce and Effie Blankenship Pierce, was born March 18, 1941 in Green County, Kentucky.  He died at 12:06 P.M., Friday, June 19, 2026 in Elizabethtown.         Age:  85

He served his country honorably in the Army National Guard and Reserves.

Pete was a farmer and retired employee of Cox Interior.

He united in marriage to Sue Benningfield April 30, 1983.

Pete was a great husband. He enjoyed fishing and working in his garden.

Besides his wife, Sue Pierce of Campbellsville, Pete is survived by one step-daughter, Paige Gibson and husband, Troy of Campbellsville; one step-granddaughter, Candace Gibson and fiancé, Tanner Cox; and his nieces and nephews: Gary Houk, Vonda Reynolds, Vickie Harmon, Greg Houk, Vanessa Warren and David Pierce and many other relatives and friends.

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MEMORIAL VISITATION:     5:00 – 8:00 P.M, Friday, June 26^2, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

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JoAnn Sprowles

Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jun 19, 2026

JoAnn Sprowles of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Cecil Atwell and Myrtle  Underwood Atwell, was born November 6, 1951 in Larue County, Kentucky.  She died at 9:02 P.M., Thursday, June 18, 2026 in Lexington.     Age: 74

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church.  JoAnn was dedicated to her church and loved gospel music.

JoAnn was a retired food service employee with the Taylor County School System.

She united in marriage to Foster Sprowles September 26, 1969.

JoAnn enjoyed cooking and having family dinners.  She also liked to work in her flowers.  Her family said she loved her grandchildren and was a wonderful mom.

Besides her husband, Foster Sprowles of Campbellsville, JoAnn  is survived by one son and one daughter:  Craig Sprowles and wife, Beth and Kellie J. Allen and husband, Ronnie of Campbellsville; five grandchildren:  Aubrey Crabtree and husband, Cody, Canaan Sprowles (Kelsey Perkins), Codie Allen (Avery Randall), Lane Whitley and wife, Scout and Kaylie Allen (Nick Zunker); two great-grandchildren:  Luke Crabtree and Lettie Whitley; two brothers and one sister:  Harold Atwell and wife, Darlene and Josie Caulk and husband, Glen of Campbellsville and Danny Atwell and wife, Stella of Buffalo; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

JoAnn was also preceded in death by two brothers, Charles E. Atwell and Glen Atwell.

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VISITATION:  10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church

FUNERAL SERVICE:      1:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Campbellsville by Rev. Freddy Thompson

BURIAL: Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery

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Doris Jean Arnold

Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jun 19, 2026

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Doris Jean (Harden) Arnold, 93 years old, departed this life on June 19, 2026 at the Bengal Family Care Home, Campbellsville, KY. Doris was born May 5, 1933 in Yuma (Taylor County), KY. She was the daughter of Ed and Betty Jo Harden. December 26, 1950 she married former Navy airplane mechanic and farmer, Charles Wayne Arnold, of Knifley, KY. They were married 49 years before Charles preceded her in death in 1999. She is survived by her five children: Pam (and John) Hurtgen, Chuck (and Sandy) Arnold, Tonya (and Paul) Penick, John (and Lisa) Arnold, and Steve (and Kim) Arnold. She is survived by eight grandchildren: Eric (and Amanda) Hurtgen, Joe (and Rebecca) Hurtgen, Peter Hurtgen; Charlie (and Liz) Arnold; Wes (and Rachel) Penick; Katelyn (and Matthew) McCarol; Meleah Arnold; and Chelsey (and John) Stewart. She is survived by seven great-grandchildren: Phoenix and Hendrix Hurtgen; Frances and Ira Hurtgen; Jasper Arnold; and Claire and Clement McCarol. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Geraldine Arnold and Doretha Kilby, and by two brothers, Leroy and Morris Harden. She is survived by one sister, Laura White and husband, Raymond.

She professed faith in Jesus Christ and was a committed Christian servant and faithful worshiper. She loved her husband, her children, her home and farm, which she moved onto with Charles in 1953. She and Charles raised those five children, teaching them the value of a strong work ethic on a thriving family farm, raising cattle, hogs, chickens, corn, soybeans, and tobacco. Doris was a proud wife, mother, and homemaker, not only feeding her own family, but also workhands, extended family and friends, and the pastor and his family often for Sunday lunch after church. As the grandchildren grew older, they would regularly visit, knowing that grandma would cook them up something good and then sit down and share stories about her life. Doris and Charles always raised a big garden, which they shared with family, neighbors, and friends. Doris would endlessly can and freeze fruits and vegetables for her household for the coming year. Her freezer was usually filled to the top. She loved flowers, planting them all around the garden and house. She was also a skilled seamstress and loved quilting. Doris worked at Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville for over twenty years. She began working there after a serious drought affected their farm income.

Doris loved God and his church.  She often assisted in children’s Sunday School, in the nursery, and (in summers) with Vacation Bible School. After Charles passed in 1999, Doris loved to attend weekly women’s prayer services at her church. One final note, when she tested as an eighth-grader to go into Taylor County High School, she placed second highest overall in the county. And, if you ever received a birthday or Christmas card from her, you know what beautiful handwriting she possessed. She was a beautiful, intelligent, godly, loving, and industrious woman, who is now present with her Lord.

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VISITATION:  5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE:  11:00 A.M., Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at Parrott and Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Dr. John Hurtgen

BURIAL:   Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

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Cindy Akridge

Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jun 19, 2026

Cindy Akridge of Campbellsville, daughter of Dwalla Rash Akridge and the late Clyde Akridge, was born August 26, 1966 in Taylor County, Kentucky.  She died at 1:43 A.M., Thursday, June 18, 2026 in Cincinnati.     Age: 59

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Green River Memorial Baptist Church.

She was a retired business owner, CNA and seamstress.

Cindy was a beautiful soul whose kindness and compassion touched everyone she met. She never hesitated to lend a helping hand and loved others wholeheartedly, especially her children and grandchildren, who were the center of her world. Family and friends meant everything to her, and she cherished every moment spent making memories with those she loved.

Affectionately known as “Mimi,” she embraced that title with immense pride and joy. Her grandchildren adored her, and the love she shared with them was truly special. Cindy was a talented seamstress whose creativity and skill brought joy to many. She also had a passion for travel and especially enjoyed going on cruises and exploring new places.

Above all, Cindy loved Jesus. Her faith was evident in the way she lived her life—with grace, generosity, and unwavering love for others. Her legacy of faith, kindness, and devotion to family will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by one son and one daughter:  Nick Pendleton and wife, Bailee of Campbellsville and Brittany Wells and husband, Logan of Shepherdsville; four grandchildren:  Leighton Wells, Everett Wells, Ivy Pendleton and Demi Pendleton; her mother, Dwalla Akridge of Campbellsville; one brother, Lee Akridge and wife, Suzette of Campbellsville; one niece, Samantha Akridge, and many other relatives and friends.

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VISITATION:  5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Monday, June 22, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE:      11:00 A.M., Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Parrott and Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Cameron Rash

BURIAL:  Green River Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery

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