AUDREY BURRESS OBITUARY

Posted by on Dec 3, 2021

Audrey Frances Harmon Tungate Burress, 80, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, daughter of the late Alvin Harmon and Nettie Lowe Harmon was born September 14th, 1941, in Taylor County and departed this life on Friday, December 3rd, 2021, at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia, Kentucky.

She professed her faith in Christ and attended International Gospel Lighthouse Church in Campbellsville, Kentucky.  Audrey was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family.

She united in marriage on February 3rd, 1990, to Donald “Duck” Dean Burress, who preceded her in death on October 13th, 2000.

Audrey is survived by:

Special granddaughter:  Ashley Schneider and her husband, Timothy, of Greensburg.

Three sons:  Wayne Tungate of Campbellsville; Danny Tungate of Campbellsville; and Jimmy Dean Tungate and his wife, Carol, of Merrimac.

One daughter:  Connie Frances Tungate of Campbellsville.

Eleven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.

Along with a host of other family and friends.

Besides her parents and husband, Audrey is preceded in death by one daughter:  Debbie Tungate Garrett on September 1st, 2021.

VISITATION:  Wednesday, December 8th, 2021, from 11am-2pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL:  Wednesday, December 8th, 2021, at 2pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

Burial to follow in Merrimac Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made toward the funeral expenses and can be made at the funeral home.

The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mrs. Audrey Burress at our funeral home.  May God bless you during this difficult time.

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ALLISON LYNN KEITH OBITURARY

Posted by on Dec 3, 2021

Allison Lynn Keith, 46, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, formerly of Fayetteville, North Carolina, daughter of James David Norris and Ann Marie Miles Norris of North Carolina, was born on December 2nd, 1974, in Fayetteville, North Carolina and departed this life on Monday, November 22th, 2021, in Campbellsville, Kentucky.

She professed her faith in Christ and attended Campbellsville Christian Church. Allison loved her family and friends and was a loving mother, daughter, and wife.

She united in marriage to Jimmy Edward Keith on January 20th ,2021.

Allison is survived by:

Her husband: Jimmy Keith of Campbellsville.

Two sons: Nathan Ryan Kueser of Kansas and Christopher Michael Kueser of Campbellsville.

Allison is preceded in death by:

One son: Taylor Kyle on February 4th, 2020.

VISITATION: Saturday, December 4th, from 11am – 1pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL: Saturday, December 4th, at 1pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

Burial to follow in Brookside Cemetery.

The family has asked for expressions of sympathy be taken in the form of Gideon Bibles and can be made at the funeral home.

The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mrs. Allison Keith at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time. 

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Opal Roots

Posted by on Dec 2, 2021


Opal Roots of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Robert Leslie Baumgardner and Ollie Mae Bean Baumgardner, was born March 22, 1931 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She went to joint her Heavenly Father at 5:50 A.M., Monday, November 29, 2021 in Campbellsville. She was 90 years of age.
She professed faith in Christ early in life and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church since 1964. She was a strong prayer warrior for all who knew her. She drew her joy of life from faith and family.
She united in marriage to James Earl Roots, June 30, 1951. He preceded her in death September 16, 2015.
Opal is survived by one daughter, Kathy Roots Milby of Campbellsville; two grandchildren: James Morgan Milby of Cincinnati, Ohio and Ariel Milby Young and husband, Grant of Louisville; three great-grandchildren: Julian Atlas Milby, Mya Ellen Young and Zelia Jane Young; one sister, Mildred Rodgers of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by six brothers and one sister: Willie Matt Baumgardner, Leonard Baumgardner, Clarence “Pete” Baumgardner, Herman Baumgardner, David Baumgardner, Louis Baumgardner, and Flossie Bohanon.
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VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. to time of service at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Sunday, December 5, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Dr. Dwayne Norman and Rev. Mark Price
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Myrtie Joan Driver

Posted by on Dec 2, 2021

Myrtie Joan Driver of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Stanley Garrett Matney and Lillian Risen Matney, was born December 7, 1939 in Green County, Kentucky. She died at age 81 on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 in Alabama.
Joan professed faith in Christ and was a member of Grace Missionary Baptist Church.
After thirty-four years of service, Joan retired as a supervisor from Ohio Bell and was a long-term volunteer at Taylor Regional Hospital. Her love and devotion for her children and grandchildren was evident to everyone who knew her. She also enjoyed being part of the Red Hats, gardening, bingo and pokeno.
Joan united in marriage to Roy L. Driver March 28, 1960 and he preceded her in death September 8, 2018.
She is survived by one son and one daughter: Michael Driver and wife, Lauren of Hebron and Robin Haverty and husband, Jeff of Madison, Alabama; six grandchildren: Elijah, Isaiah and Gabriel Driver, and Kaitlyn, McKayla and Kyler Haverty; two sisters: Nancy O’Banion of Campbellsville and Shirley Marcum and husband, Tommy of Greensburg; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
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VISITATION: 11:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery

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SPC Parker McCorvey

Posted by on Dec 1, 2021

SPC Parker McCorvey was born on October 31, 1995 to Becky Salsbury and Al McCorvey in Albany, Georgia. He married Rosemary Flores on July 15, 2017 and the two settled in Parker’s hometown of Campbellsville, Kentucky. On Thursday, November 25, 2021, Parker was called home to be with the Lord at the age of 26.

Parker devoted his life to loving those around him in a way that will far outlive him. He protected all those he held dear with a humble nobility and quiet strength. Never taking a day for granted, Parker found joy and peace in God’s creation and woke up each morning with a thirst for adventure. He captivated everyone he encountered with a contagious spirit and kind disposition. Parker generously served others and spent his final years sacrificially serving his country. It is with that same spirit of generosity that Parker desired to help those in need with the gift of organ donation. Parker’s wife, Rosemary, was the light of his life. Their love and devotion to one another shined with a radiance that continues to inspire. Above all else, Parker professed faith in Jesus Christ and strove to glorify Him in everything he did.

Parker is survived by his wife, Rosie McCorvey of Campbellsville; his mother, Becky David Salsbury and stepfather, Kyle; his father, Al McCorvey; one sister and two brothers: Lainey Underwood and husband, Brandon, Lake Salsbury and wife, Alisha, and Ethan Salsbury; one niece, Magnolia Underwood; his grandmother, Elaine David; and many other beloved family and friends. Parker is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Henry David; paternal grandfather, H.L. “Buddy” McCorvey and paternal grandmother, Ann McCorvey.
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VISITATION: 4:00 – 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Pastor Adam Russell with Full Military Honors by the United States Army Honor Guard

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THE LEAST OF THESE FUND AT THE VINEYARD CHURCH OR GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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ANDREW BAISE OBITUARY

Posted by on Nov 30, 2021

Andrew Baise, 35, of Owensboro, Kentucky, formerly of Campbellsville, son of Ed and Barbara Baise of Campbellsville, was born on August 20th, 1986, in Taylor County and departed this life on Sunday, November 28th, 2021, in Campbellsville, Kentucky.

He professed his faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Christian Church.

Andrew was an avid golfer and was part of Taylor County High School Regional Golf Championship team in high school. He was also a UK fan and enjoyed watching and attending football and basketball games. He was employed at Green River Medical Equipment alongside his father. Andrew was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha at Western Kentucky University. He loved his family and friends and was a proud father, son, brother, and uncle.

Andrew is survived by:

His son: Asher Baise of Owensboro.

His parents: Ed Baise and Barbara Turner Baise of Campbellsville.

One brother: Bryan Baise and wife, Danielle Baise of Louisville.

One sister: Brittany Richey and husband, Blake Richey of Bowling Green.

Several nieces and nephews: Layton, Luke, Emie, and Hudson Richey of Bowling Green; Mady, Collin, and Olivia Baise of Louisville.

Andrew is preceded in death by:

His paternal grandparents: Clint and Mary Baise.

His maternal grandmother: Juanita Turner

His uncles: Ronnie Baise and Bobby Turner

VISITATION: Wednesday, December 1st, 2021, from 5pm – 8pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL: Thursday, December 2nd, 2021, at 11am EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

Burial to follow at Haven Hill Cemetery.

Dr. Paul Patton will be officiating the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for expressions of sympathy be taken in the form of donations to Lighthouse Recovery Inc, or Hope House Ministries, and also Gideon Bibles which can be made at the funeral home.

The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mr. Andrew Baise at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.

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Vickie Lynn Shull, 61

Posted by on Nov 29, 2021

Vickie Lynn Shull of Campbellsville, the daughter of Cathy (Stine) McCoy-Garber and the late Joseph Warner and C. Richard McCoy whom help raise her as his own, was born July 7, 1960 in York, Pennsylvania and departed this life on Saturday, November 27, 2021 in Lexington at the UK Medical Center. She was 61 years of age.

She was a retired retail sales associate and was of the Methodist Faith.

Vickie enjoyed baking and spending time with her family and friends and her dog Bella.

She is survived by her mother: Cathy McCoy-Garber of Campbellsville; two daughters: Chasity Villiard of Lebanon and Sara Villiard of Pennsylvania, two sisters: Gwendy McCoy and her husband Chris Robinson of Maryland and Carol Ann McCoy of Florida; three brothers: Joey, Greg and David Warner; eight grandchildren: Shelby, Ricky, Tayzhia, Destiny, Jeremiah, Aiden, Emma and Jordan; a great-granddaughter: Infiniti and a host of other relatives and friends.

To honor the wishes of Vickie, cremation rites were entrusted to the L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville, KY

There will be no visitation or services at this time.

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EUGENE LEON SMITH, SR., OBITUARY

Posted by on Nov 27, 2021

Eugene Leon Smith Sr., 94, of Danville, formerly of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of late William Everett Smith and Ethel Grigsby Smith, was born August 17th, 1927, in Washington County and departed this life on Friday, November 26th, 2021, at Landmark Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Danville.

He professed his faith in Christ and was a member of Lowell Avenue Baptist Church.

He united in marriage to Betty Lou Guenther on December 24th,1951, and she preceded him in death on September 22nd, 2017.

Eugene was a veteran of WWII having served his country in the United States Army. He obtained a Post Graduate degree and worked as a guidance counselor in the school system. He was also a Baptist minister pastoring at various churches.

He is survived by one son and one daughter: Leon Smith and wife, Karen of Russellville, KY, and Norma Wheeler and husband, Bobby Joe of Danville.

Four grandsons: Brian Wheeler and wife, Nicole of Danville; Steven Wheeler and wife, Heather of Danville; Aaron Smith and wife, Heather of Springfield; and Tyler Smith and wife, Taylor of Reston, VA.

Eight great-grandchildren.

One sister and three brothers: Rebecca Bennett and husband, Bob of Harrodsburg; Nathaniel Smith and wife, Betty of Charlestown, IN; Kenny Smith of Henryville, IN; and Finace Smith and wife, Cindy of Georgetown, IN.

Along with a host of many relatives and friends.

Eugene was preceded in death by five brothers and seven sisters: Gladys Coulter, Calvin Smith, Veneta Burns, Olena Brickner, Hedger Smith, Alma Brown, Marnie Smith, Lottie Combs, Glenn Smith, Sandra Scott, and Victorine Smith.

VISITATION: Monday, November 29th, 2021, from 9am – 11am EST at Lowell Avenue Baptist Church in Campbellsville.

FUNERAL: Monday, November 29th, 2021, at 11 am EST at Lowell Avenue Baptist Church.

With burial to follow at Campbellsville Memorial Gardens. The service will be officiated by Bro. Dave Walters.

Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville in charge of all arrangements. 

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for expressions of sympathy be taken in the form of Gideon Bibles and Hosparus of Green River and can be made at the funeral home.

The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mr. Eugene Leon Smith Sr, at our funeral home.  May God bless you during this difficult time.

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Ora Lee Deener Morris

Posted by on Nov 27, 2021

Ora Lee Deener Morris of Campbellsville, daughter of the late John William Deener and Willie Sullivan Deener, was born February 2, 1924 in Taylor County, Kentucky.  She died at 10:25 P.M., Tuesday, November 23, 2021 in Campbellsville.         Age: 97
She professed faith in Christ at age 12 and was a lifelong member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.
She was a retired co-owner of Morris Carpet Store in Campbellsville that she and her husband founded.
Ora Lee united in marriage to Leslie Morris September 13, 1942 and he preceded her in death November 9, 1987.
She is survived by two sons:  Gerald Morris and wife, Teresa of Campbellsville and Rev. Danny Morris and wife, Joyce of Lakeland, Florida; three grandchildren: Christy Morris of Campbellsville, Lisa Morris Yates and husband, Steve of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and Dan Morris of Yulee, Florida; six great-grandchildren: Jessica Morris, Gabriel Morris, Abigail Morris, James Yates and wife, Nica, Raymond Yates and wife, Madelyn, and Lauren Yates Kling and husband, Zachary; two great-great-grandchildren; Mirah Yates and Theo Yates; and expecting twin great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Colby Deener and wife, Gloria of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters: Walter Deener, Robert “Bob” Deener, James Deener, Lillian Richerson, Dorothy Kessler, and Mae Wayne.
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VISITATION: 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Dr. James E. Jones and Rev. Danny Morris

BURIAL:  Brookside Cemetery

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Sandra Spears, 67

Posted by on Nov 26, 2021

Mrs. Sandra Kay Dyer Spears, age 67, of Breeding, KY, with her unfaltering faith in God and her family by her side, lost her long battle with cancer and departed this life on Thursday, November 25, 2021.

A native of Adair County, she was born on February 21, 1954 to the late Herman Dyer and Cassie Lou Riley Dyer of Breeding.

Sandra was a retired factory worker, having spent most of her life working in clothing manufacturing and taking care of her family.

Sandra leaves to honor her memory:

Three children: Robert L. Parmley (Sarah) of Glasgow, Diana K. Sneed (Ronald) of Edmonton, and Faye A. Eastridge (Greg) of Knifley,

Grandchildren: Randall Parmley, Kimberly Parmley, Jacob Parmley, William Sneed, Elizabeth McGuffin, Mary Cassidy Eastridge, and Nathan Eastridge,

One great-grandchild: Braxton Gillen,

A sister: Nancy Groce (Bruce) of Burkesville,

Two brothers: Roger Dyer (Donna) of Breeding, and Larry Dyer (Jane) of Burkesville,

And a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Herman and Cassie Dyer; her sisters: Eva May Thrasher (Kenneth), Martha Jane York (Darnell), and Joyce Marie Farlee (Wade); her brothers: Homer Dyer, William H. Dyer, Johnny Ralph Dyer, and Mervin L. Dyer, and Donnie K. Dyer.

There will be a funeral service to honor her life on Monday, November 29, 2021 at 11:00 AM EST (10:00 AM CST) in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. Brian Fudge will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Chestnut Grove Cemetery in Breeding.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, November 28, from 5:00-8:00 PM EST (4:00-7:00 PM CST).

Randall Parmley, Jacob Parmley, William Sneed, Nathan Eastridge, Greg Eastridge, and Ronald Sneed will serve as pallbearers. Elizabeth McGuffin, Kimberley Parmley, and Cassidy Eastridge will serve as honorary pallbearers.

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