Thomas Russell “Russ” Wethington

Posted by on Nov 12, 2019

Russ entered this life at the Rosary Hospital, in Campbellsville, Kentucky, on July 09, 1962. His parents are Bill and Carolyn Wethington, Campbellsville. In addition to his parents, Russ had three brothers, two sisters-in-law, two nieces and one aunt who remain. The brothers, sisters-in-law and nieces are: Van Wethington, his wife, Jennifer and daughter, Grace, who live in Bowling Green, Kentucky. His brother, Scott Wethington, who lives in Campbellsville, Kentucky and Chris Wethington, his wife, Candy and their daughter, Taylor, who are residents of Glasgow, Kentucky. Russ’ aunt is Barbara Jean King of Lexington, Kentucky. Russ also has cousins who survive, as well as friends in Campbellsville and many friends in Lexington where he lived and worked for Shoe Carnival for 35 years.

Russ invited Christ into his heart and life and was baptized on May 18, 1976 by Brother Don Walters, minister (at that time), of the Campbellsville Christian Church where Russ maintained his membership.

Russ left this life at 4:30 on Saturday afternoon, November 2, 2019 at Baptist Health Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky, surrounded by his brothers and parents.

A memorial service will be held to honor Russ in Lexington, Saturday, November 16, with several of the corporate officers of Shoe Carnival in attendance.

In lieu of a formal funeral service, there will be a visitation at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home beginning at 2:00 P.M. and lasting until approximately 3:30 P.M. on Sunday, November 17, 2019. Following the visitation, there will be an interment service at Brookside Cemetery with Minister Joel Patton presiding.

Honors may be given to Russ by contributing to the Campbellsville Christian Church, to the Gideons International to purchase Bibles for distribution around the world or to the Brookside Cemetery maintenance fund.

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David Stamp, 56

Posted by on Nov 7, 2019

Mr. David Alan Stamp of Campbellsville passed from this life on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at the University of Louisville Hospital. He was born on September 30, 1963 in Marion County to Preston D. and the late Betty Lou (Clark) Stamp, and was 56 years, 1 month, and 4 days of age. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Christian faith. Mr. Stamp was a former builder and had worked most of his life in residential construction. In his spare time, he enjoyed collecting Native American memorabilia and knives, and spent many an afternoon humming along with the radio – his head under the hood of an old car, his beloved Blaze napping beside him.

Besides his father, Preston Stamp of Campbellsville, he leaves to cherish his memory:

Four siblings: Marshall Stamp and partner Ron of Georgia, Carla Spurling and husband Roger of Elk Horn, Marilyn Stamp of Acton, and Jerry Stamp and wife Tammy of Campbellsville,

And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family and friends.

He was also preceded in death by a sister, Eva Marie Stamp.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Stamp on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 12:00 noon in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home. Sis. Anna Overstreet will be officiating. Mr. Stamp will be laid to rest in the Merrimac Cemetery. Barry Clark, Leonard Abell, Roger Spurling, Terry Pitman, Harley Stamp, and J.R. Bagby will serve as pallbearers. Preston Stamp will stand as an honorary pallbearer.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, November 6, from 5:00-8:00 PM.

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William E. “Billy” Benningfield

Posted by on Nov 4, 2019

William E. “Billy” Benningfield of Campbellsville, son of the late Clarence Benningfield and Jessie Evelyn Page Benningfield was born September 2, 1943 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 1:05 A.M., Monday, November 4, 2019 in Campbellsville. Age: 76
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church.
Billy was a veteran of the Vietnam War having served his country honorably in the United States Army.
He was a retired carpenter.
He is survived by one son, Brad Benningfield; two brothers and five sisters: Edward “Boss” Benningfield and wife, Barbara Jean, Betty Jean Graham, Sue Pierce and husband, Pete and Karen Karnes and husband, David of Campbellsville, James “Boody” Benningfield of Finley, Shirley Raikes of Louisville, and Opal Henson of PeeWee Valley; special friend, Harry Reif of Campbellsville.
Billy was also preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters: Carroll Benningfield, Ronnie Benningfield, Linda Simpson and Aileen Gaddis.
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GRAVESIDE SERVICE: 2:30 P.M., Friday, November 8, 2019 at Lebanon National Cemetery by Mark Carney with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard
PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS

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Clyde Akridge

Posted by on Nov 3, 2019


Clyde Akridge of Campbellsville, son of the late Marvin Akridge and Marie Peterson Akridge, was born April 2, 1944 in Green County, Kentucky. He died at 1:15 P.M., Saturday, November 2, 2019 in Louisville. Age: 75
Clyde was a man of God, serving as a deacon and church moderator in the Baptist faith for many years. He loved his church family and working in the Lord and attended Point Pleasant Lighthouse Baptist Church.
He was lifelong farmer, loved the lord and never forgot to tell his wife and children, I Love You each and every day. He cherished his wife and his grandchildren were his pride and joy. It can be said that, “Grandpa has ears that truly listen, arms that always hold, love that’s never ending and a heart that’s made of gold.” He was a generous man to anyone in need and would have given his shirt off his back if he thought you needed it. He gave everyone the same respect as the next and will be missed by all his neighbors and friends alike.
Clyde united in marriage to Dwalla Rash February 8, 1964.
Besides his wife of 56 years, Dwalla Akridge of Campbellsville, he is survived by one daughter and one son: Cynthia Akin and husband, Todd, and Lee Akridge and wife, Suzette of Campbellsville; three grandchildren: Samantha Akridge and Nick Pendleton and wife, Bailee of Campbellsville, and Brittany Wells and husband, Logan of Louisville; one step-grandchild, Carlotta Dunlap and husband, Chuck of Greensburg; one great-granddaughter, Leighton Wells of Louisville; two sisters and one brother: Lottie Newcomb and Leslie Akridge of Campbellsville, and Mary Powers of Lexington; sister-in-law, Linda Akridge of Cloverport; several nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
Clyde was also preceded in death by a brother, Damon Akridge.

VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 5th, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Bro. Jim Collison, Jr. and Bro. Don Gowin
BURIAL: Green River Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OR GIDEON BIBLES
AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Ashley Nicole Swiney, 30

Posted by on Nov 1, 2019

Mrs. Ashleigh Nicole “Ginger” Swiney passed from this life on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at her home in Campbellsville. Daughter of the late Steven Swiney and Sonya Renee (Bryant) Catlett, she was 30 years, 5 months, and 9 days of age. Mrs. Swiney had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church. She was a patriot and proudly served her country honorably in the United States Army. Though cystic fibrosis would eventually claim her life, she rarely complained, and will be remembered for her good-natured pranks and her infectious laughter in spite of her many difficulties.

She leaves to cherish her memory:

Her husband: Antonio Suggs of Campbellsville,

Two children: Aiden McAllister and Micah Boop,

Two step-children: Eli Mason and Jaiden Mason,

Close friends and caregivers: Samantha and Wesley Ward of Campbellsville,

Her chosen nieces and nephews: Tyler Booth, Emma Estes, Carter Ward, and Xander Ward,

And a host of other family and friends.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Swiney on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home. Bro. Will Burgess will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church Cemetery. Full military honors will be conducted by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard.

Visitation will be at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 5, from 10:00 AM until time for the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the funeral expenses.

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Clifford Carnes, 66

Posted by on Nov 1, 2019

Mr. Clifford Larry Carnes of Campbellsville, beloved husband of Mamie (Kidwell) Carnes, passed from this life on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 in Louisville at the Norton Hospital. Born on June 15, 1953 to the late Clifford and Betty (Bryant) Carnes, he was 66 years, 4 months, and 15 days of age. Mr. Carnes had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of God’s Grace Church. He was an avid golfer, he loved bowling, and he enjoyed watching sports of all types. Mr. Carnes was a former employee of Airborne Express and a cherished father, brother, and grandfather.

He leaves to mourn his passing:

His wife: Mamie Carnes of Greensburg,

Two sons: Darin Carnes and wife Shaun of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Nick Carnes of Summittville, Indiana,

Two stepdaughters: Beverly Creason Wright and fiancé Lee Bishop of Campbellsville, and Ashley Creason of Greensburg,

Three siblings: Dennis Carnes and wife Viola of Indianapolis, Robert Carnes and wife Patty of Michigan, and Robin Burton and husband Gary of Campbellsville,

A stepbrother: Larry Akin of Campbellsville,

Two step-grandchildren,

And a host of other family and friends.

He was also preceded in death by his stepmother, Vernice Carnes; and three siblings, Ronald D. Carnes, Darlene Decker, and Gary Carnes.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Carnes on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. John Stilts will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Bearwallow Cemetery in Adair County.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, November 2, after 6:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the funeral expenses.

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Barbara Parrish, 56

Posted by on Oct 31, 2019

Barbara Jean Grider Parrish, the daughter of the late Guy and Ruby (Polston) Grider, was born Thursday, May 9, 1963 in Burkesville, KY and departed this life on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at the T.J. Health in Columbia. She was 56 years, 5 months and 22 days of age.

She was a former caregiver before becoming disabled. After her health declined, she enjoyed watching her favorite TV shows and reading.

She is survived by seven children: Linda Muse and husband Brian, Barbara Denton, Lisa Parrish and fiance’ Chris Alexander, Teresa Aquino and fiance’ Samuels Chazez, Anthony Parrish, Cody Grider, Cindy Shaw and husband Michael all of Columbia and Crystal Mauldin of Cave City; a sister: Loretta Burton of Columbia; her former spouse: Tony Parrish of Edmonton; her nephews: Bobby Shive and Charles and Brittany Muse; thirteen grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Mrs. Parrish was also preceded in death by two sons: Tony Allen Parrish and Marty Lee Parrish and two brothers: Guy Allen Grider and Marty Eugene Grider.

The funeral service for Barbara Jean Grider Parrish will be Monday, November 4, 2019 at 1:00 P.M. EST (12 CST) in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Fudge Cemetery at Breeding.

Visitation after 11:00 A.M. EST (10 CST) on Monday until time for the service.

Memorials are suggested to the Funeral Expense Fund, Which can be made at the funeral home.

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Terry Thorpe, 59

Posted by on Oct 31, 2019

Terry James Thorpe, the son of the late Bobby and Doris Marie (Perkins) Deering, was born Monday, June 13, 1960 in Taylor County, KY and departed this life on Monday, October 28, 2019 at his home in Elk Horn. He was 59 years, 4 months and 16 days of age.

He was a former concrete worker and enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He also enjoyed hunting, riding four wheelers, making people laugh and a mentor.

He is survived by his wife: Linda (Marcum) Thorpe of Elk Horn; a son: Jeffrey Glover of Campbellsville; two daughters: Michelle Dawn Glover-Thorpe of Greensburg and Rebecca Renee Underwood of Elk Horn; a sister: Connie Gullett and companion: Bill Laubheimer of Fisherville; a brother: Michael Perkins and wife Annette of Campbellsville; five grandchildren: Cody, Jasmine, Blake, Lyric and Kaleb; his aunt and uncle: Ruth and Ollie Tungate and Jimmy and Brenda Perkins all of Campbellsville and a host of other relatives and friends.

The funeral service for Terry James Thorpe will be Saturday at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Liberty Cemetery on Hwy 744 in Taylor County.

Family requests visitation from 5-8 P.M. on Friday at the funeral home.

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Ellie-Kate Noelle Saige Underwood

Posted by on Oct 28, 2019

Ellie-Kate Noelle Saige Underwood of Campbellsville, infant daughter of Earl Thomas Underwood and Charlie Dean Grider Underwood, was born and died October 26, 2019 in Taylor County, Kentucky.
Besides her parents, Earl Thomas Underwood and Charlie Dean Grider Underwood, of Campbellsville, she is survived by brothers and sisters: Blake Underwood, Dylan Underwood, Neveah Underwood, Xierra Underwood, Natalie Johnson, Klaytyn Underwood and Ariel Underwood; paternal grandmother, Jolene Bentley of Campbellsville; maternal grandparents: Melissa McNear of Campbellsville and George Grider of Franklin; maternal great-grandmother, Sue Huff of Greensburg; paternal great-grandmother, Gladys Mattingly of Campbellsville; maternal great-grandparents: Nancy and Lonnie Grider of Edmonton; special family friend, Tara Haulk; several aunts and uncles and many other relatives.
She was preceded in death by paternal grandfather, Thomas Alvin Underwood.
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VISITATION: 10:00 – 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, October 28, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERALSERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, October 28, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Eddie Finn
BURIAL: Wilson Cemetery, Green County, Kentucky
PALLBEARERS:
Josh Underwood
Nate Taylor

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Judith Shreve Dorris

Posted by on Oct 25, 2019

Judith Shreve Dorris, 71, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, lost her 30+ year battle with Multiple Sclerosis on October 25, 2019, with family, friends, and caregivers at her side. She was born on July 28, 1948. She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Kathryn Shreve, and son, Stephen B. Dorris, II. She is survived by her sister, Kay Hudson (Robert) of Louisville, brothers: Ricky Shreve and David Shreve (Glenda) of Campbellsville; two nephews: Shelby Shreve and Nathan Shreve; three great nieces, cousins and many friends.

After graduation from Campbellsville College and Western Kentucky University, she was employed by Taylor County Schools for forty years, as teacher, counselor and assistant principal. After retirement, she moved to Louisville to be near her doctors, son and sister. Five years later, she moved back to Campbellsville as she wanted to be in her home as her health continued to fail. She remained in her home with caregivers and hospice care until her death.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 P.M., Monday, October 28, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville.

Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., Monday, October 28, 2019 with burial at Brookside Cemetery.

The family would like to give a special thanks to those who cared for her in her final days. Expressions of sympathy donations may be made to Hosparus Health of Green River and may be made at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.

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