Larry “Ronnie” DeWitt, age 73

Posted by on Jul 19, 2017

Larry Rondal DeWitt, known by many as “Ronnie”,  age 73, of Campbellsville died unexpectedly Wednesday, July 19, 2017 in Elizabethtown.

Larry was born June 16, 1944 to the late Dollie and Lona (Skaggs) Dewitt. A brother, Michael, also preceded him in death.

He was the former owner of Lyon-DeWitt Funeral Home in Campbellsville and Campbell-DeWitt Funeral Home in Lebanon.  Prior to his career in funeral service, he served in the U.S. Army and saw duty in Viet Nam where he was awarded the Purple Heart.  A Kentucky Colonel, his memberships included Campbellsville Baptist Church, the Rotary Club, the Chamber of Commerce, Disabled American Veterans and Veterans of Foreign Wars.

He is survived by his four children, Allan DeWitt and his wife, Kym of Woodburn, Tonya Money and her husband, Scott, of Elizabethtown, Jef DeWitt of Louisville and Tara Bland and her husband, Chris of Elizabethtown, eight grandchildren, Jacob Taylor, Joshua Taylor and his wife, Katie, Jordan and Emileigh DeWitt, Grace and Gabi Sutherland and Levi and Hallie Bland, one great-granddaughter, Ava Taylor and a sister, Erlene Lawson, of Campbellsville.

Funeral services for Larry DeWitt, will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 22nd at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home with Dr. James Jones officiating.  Burial will follow in the Zion Separate Church Cemetery.

The family requests visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home.

Condolences may be made on line at lyondewittberry.com

 

 

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Darrell Glen Tedder

Posted by on Jul 19, 2017

Darrell Glen Tedder, 59, went home to be with his savior, unexpectedly, on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at his home in Lexington, South Carolina.
He leaves behind his three sons: Jonathan, Justin, and Jacob Tedder of Lexington, South Carolina, along with two sisters: Wanda Benningfield of Louisville, Kentucky, Helen Gribbons of Campbellsville, Kentucky, and his brothers: Kenny Bandy of Louisville, Kentucky, and Walter Helms of Campbellsville, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Bonnie Hancock, Ethel Graham, Kathleen White, and Rosie Gribbons.
Darrell was born in Campbellsville, Kentucky, to the late Robert Glenn Tedder and Anna Lou Bottoms. Suffering the loss of his mother at the young age of 4, he was taken in and raised by the late Leonard and Hazel Barnes, who raised and treated him as if he was their son. He was married to Donna Dorsey in 1981 with whom he was blessed with 3 sons.
He graduated high school from Campbellsville High School in 1976. From an early age, he developed a hard work ethic working many different jobs at local restaurants, bowling allies, and service stations. His entry into the medical field began while working as an EMT for Campbellsville Fire and Rescue. He continued to work as a paramedic for Louisville Fire and Rescue where he achieved the rank of captain and was given the responsibility of being the head paramedic in Ronald Reagan’s motorcade and was awarded supervisor of the year. He received his associate’s degree from the University of Kentucky in Nursing. He used his nursing degree to work in many different settings such as surgery centers, hospital, and as a flight nurse.
As a paramedic and a nurse, he had a passion for helping people and continued to do that up until the day he passed away through working for Lexington Medical Center. His passion for helping those that were sick also extended beyond work to those that needed help in their homes without hesitation.
Outside of work, he enjoyed sports and the outdoors. He loved coaching the sports teams that his children participated in and spent the last 10 years working around baseball as an umpire. At home, he enjoyed working in the yard, watching the Atlanta Braves and the University of Kentucky, and working on perfecting his recipe for grilling ribs for his boys. He also enjoyed photography and liked to photograph teams and different sporting events.
Darrell accepted the Lord at the age of 9 and enjoyed attending gospel music concerts and participating in Easter dramas at the church. His greatest pride and joy in life was his three sons. He cared deeply for them and loved them with all he had. We love you.
Services are being held by Thompson Funeral Home in Lexington, South Carolina Officiating are Pastor Robert Jumper of Lexington SC, and music provided by Pastor Dan Rabon of Cayce, South Carolina and Joe Hollingsworth, of Memphis Tennessee.
Graveside service was held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Brookside Cemetery.
Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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Louise Polley

Posted by on Jul 19, 2017

Louise Polley of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Charlie Harrison and Gertha Cox Harrison, was born April 10, 1931 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 11:38 A.M., Monday, July 17, 2017 in Louisville. Age: 86
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Temple.
Louise was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville.
She was a member of the Campbellsville Red Hatters “Hattitude” Club, the Taylor County Homemakers and the Ladies’ Auxiliary Post No. 82 American Legion.
She united in marriage to William Kean October 19, 1991 and he preceded her in death May 13, 2009.
She is survived by three sons and one daughter: Charles Polley and wife, Donna of Lebanon, James Robert Polley of Louisville, Albert Polley and wife, Patsy of Liberty and Connie Chelf and husband, Greg of Campbellsville; five grandchildren: Laura Carter of Pensacola, Florida, T.J. Franklin and wife, Margaret of Portland, Tennessee, Jennifer Bell and husband, Robbie, and Ashley Akin of Campbellsville, and Terra Verdi and husband, Mike of Elizabethtown; nine great-grandchildren: Janna Tungate, Ryan Tungate, and Kayden Bell of Campbellsville, Kelsi Carter of New Albany, Indiana, Wyatt Carter of Pensacola, Florida, Caleb Buchanon, Brittany Wren, and Addy Wren of Elizabethtown, and D.J. Franklin of Portland, Tennessee; two step-grandchildren: Brandy Chelf, and Scott Chelf and wife, Brandy of Campbellsville; one brother, Charles Harrison and wife, Wanda of Cincinnati, Ohio; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Dennis Akin; two sisters and one brother: Lillian Perkins, Wilma Sue Miller, and Bernard Harrison.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Friday, July 21, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. B. C. Gillispie and Pastor Jase Divens
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY OR GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Kathleen Malone Harmon, age 93

Posted by on Jul 18, 2017

Kathleen Malone Harmon, age 93, of Bowling Green, formerly of Campbellsville, died in Bowling Green, on July 17, 2017 after an illness.

Kathleen was born in Taylor County on May 16, 1924, the daughter of the late George “Webb” Malone and Fidella Moore Malone.    On January 10, 1942, she married James J. Harmon who preceded her in death on August 20, 1980.  In 2000, she moved to Bowling Green where she attended Eastwood Baptist Church.  She loved working in her garden of flowers and spending time with her family, as well as listening to Gospel and Bluegrass music.

Besides Kathleen’s parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Ethel Malone Gunter, Luerena Malone Gabehart, Villar Malone Hardin, Earl Malone, Fred Malone and William “Willie” Malone as well as a grandson, Terry Lynn Latimer.

Kathleen Malone Harmon is survived by her children and their spouses, Brenda Sue Moody and her husband Charles and James “Jim” Edward Harmon and his wife Carolyn, of Bowling Green, and Rachel Lucille Holmes and her husband Michael of Paris, KY.    Also surviving are her grandchildren, Jennifer Gale Stagner and James Patrick Harmon of Bowling Green, Damon Kelly Harmon of Owensboro, Ramon Jeffery Harmon of Bowling Green, Christopher Michael Holmes of Paris, Jessica Lynn Schartz of Dallas, Texas and Cathilee Rena Sanders of Bowling Green; great-grandchildren Bobbie Leigh Stagner, Miranda Kaye Stagner, James Mathue Harmon, Anita Kathleen Harmon, Daniel Keith Harmon of Owensboro, Jeffery Dakota Harmon of Kansas and Harlee Grace Sanders of Bowling Green as well as one great-great-grandchild, Aidyn Stagner of Bowling Green.

Funeral Services for Kathleen Malone Harmon will be Friday, July 21, 2017 at 2:00 p.m., EDT at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home with Rev. Greg Swack officiating.    Burial will follow in the Old Liberty Cemetery in Marion County.

Visitation will be held at Eastwood Baptist Church, East Campus, in Bowling Green on Thursday, July 20, 2017 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. EDT and from 10:00 – 2:00 EDT Friday at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home.

The family request donations to be made to Hospice of Southern Kentucky and can be made during visitation at Eastwood Baptist Church or at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home.

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Brenda Kirkland York, 57

Posted by on Jul 18, 2017

Brenda Kirkland York, the daughter of the late William and Ruth Carpenter Kirkland, was born October 17, 1959 in Florida and departed this life on Sunday, July 16, 2017 in Greensburg at the Jane Todd Crawford Hospital. She was 57 years of age.
She loved and enjoyed flowers and was a former nursery worker and homemaker and was of the Christian faith.
Brenda Kirkland York, age 57, of Greensburg, passed away Sunday in Greensburg at the Jane Todd Crawford Hospital.
Survivors include two daughters: Marsha Kirkland Fuentes and husband Samuel of Florida, Jerri Terri of Hodgenville and Billy York and companion Martie Rogers of Greensburg; her siblings: Jeanie Chaney and husband Lonnie, Linda Kirkland and companion Jose Hernandez, Charles Kirkland, Roger Kirkland and wife Deloris and former sister-in-law: Phyllis Kirkland all of Florida.
Also surviving are eight Grandchildren: Marcus Kirkland, Ashley Davis, Kamien Kirkland, Anthony Fuentes, Adriana Fuentes, Kenneth Rosser, Kendra Rosser and Savannah Parks; one great-grandchild: Adalyn Demeyere and a host of other relatives and friends.
Mrs. York was preceded in death by a brother: David Kirkland.

Cremation Rites will conducted by L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville.

There will be no public visitation or funeral.

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Alice Rosa Smith, age 78

Posted by on Jul 17, 2017

Alice Rosa “Rosie” Smith, passed on Monday, July 17, 2017, at Signature Healthcare at North Hardin, Radcliff, KY.

Alice Rosa (Mattingly) Smith, was the daughter of the late Earl William Mattingly, Sr. & Alice Bertha (Spalding) Mattingly.  Step Mother, Edith Ann (Darnell) Mattingly. Rose was born in Springfield, Kentucky on September 4, 1938.  On October 11, 1957, she married Archie Vernon Smith, of Garrard County, KY.  They were married for 35 years until his death on March 22, 1992.  Before her illness Rose lived in Campbellsville. She was an active member at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church.  Rose participated in many activities in her church and community.  One of her passions was raising funds yearly with the America Cancer Society Relay For Life.

Rose was preceded in death by her two children, Billy (Cowboy) and Ricky Smith. Siblings; Mary Elizabeth (Marion) Thompson, George (Mose) Mattingly, Barbara (Kate) Mattingly, Earl Mattingly, Jr. and her family friend, Adrian Porter.

To cherish her memory are her children;  Alyce Graves, Nicholasville, KY, Boyce (Patricia) Smith,  Lancaster, KY, Vernon (Shari) Smith, Rineyville, KY, Debra (Timothy) Thurman and Bertha (Carlos) Barnes, of  Elizabethtown, KY,  De,etta (Jerome) Houston, Forrest City, AR , Israel  (Luceara Cross) Smith, Lexington, KY, Adam Smith and Cha-Cha Smith of Campbellsville, KY.  Siblings; Betty (Mattingly) Thornton, Louisville, KY, Joseph Mattingly, Sr., Frankfort, KY, John (Margaret) Mattingly, Lebanon, KY.  Mary (Daugherty) Belle, Louisville, KY, Edith (Mike) Daugherty, Headley, Gravel Switch, KY, Nancy (Lance) Mattingly, Barnett, Amy and Catherine (Mattingly), Dotson of Lebanon, KY, Richard and Carl Mattingly of MO. Step Sisters; Carolyn Dotson, Danville, KY, Cornelia Belle and Ann Daugherty, of Lebanon, KY.  Step Brother; Darryl (Sherry) Dotson, Campbellsville, KY.  Special Sister-In-Laws; Phyllis and Candace Mattingly, 22 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, one great, great grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 20th at Our Lady of Perpetual Help with burial to follow at Camp Nelson National Cemetery, Nicholasville, KY.  The family requests visitation from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home.

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Robert E. “Gene” Newcomb

Posted by on Jul 16, 2017


Robert E. “Gene” Newcomb of Campbellsville, son of the late Pat Newcomb and Viola Sapp Newcomb, was born February 9, 1936, in Marion County, Kentucky. He died Saturday, July 15, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 81
He professed faith in Christ and was a deacon and Sunday School Superintendent of Lowell Avenue Baptist Church until 1990 when he began his membership at Campbellsville Baptist Church where he also served as a Deacon.
Robert was a supervisor at Fruit of the Loom where he worked for forty-two years.
He united in marriage to Genevieve Morris on August 13, 1956. She preceded him in death October 29, 2005.
He is survived by one son and two daughters: Danny Newcomb and wife, Lorie of Marysville, Ohio, Lisa Newcomb of Norwood, Massachusetts and Cheryl Williams of Campbellsville; four grandchildren: Lindsay Wayne and husband, David and Ryan Williams and wife, Nicki of Campbellsville, Alaina Zarbeck and husband, Matthew of Orlando, Florida and Kelsey Hunt of Norwood, Massachusetts; one great-grandson, Luke Wayne of Campbellsville; two sisters and four brothers: Johnny Newcomb and wife, Bridget Mae, L.C. Newcomb and wife, Aileen of Louisville, Jerry Newcomb of Finley, Cathleen Raffety and husband, Fred, and Sue Yates and husband, Jody of Campbellsville, and Bill Newcomb of Leitchfield; one sister-in-law, Lottie Newcomb of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends including special caregivers: Mary Sluder and Mary Bright.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers: Randall Newcomb, Jim Newcomb, Joe Newcomb and Geary Newcomb; one son-in-law, Larry E. Williams.
VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Tuesday
FUNERAL SERVICE:11:00 A.M., Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Dr. James E. Jones
BURIAL: Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church Cemetery

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR THE CAMPBELLSVILLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

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Ineze Mills

Posted by on Jul 15, 2017

Ineze Mills of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Ezra Loy and Nellie Campbell Loy, was born April 10, 1932, in Russell County, Kentucky. She died Friday, July 14, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 85
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church.
Ineze retired from Fruit of the Loom after more than forty-six years of dedication. After her retirement she would most often be found meticulously grooming her lawn.
She united in marriage to Paul Mills December 27, 1950. He preceded her in death December 13, 2012.
She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law: Stephen D. Mills and Janet Mills of Campbellsville; one grandson and one granddaughter: Stuart D. Mills and Stephanie Johnson and husband, Dr. Paul Johnson of Campbellsville; five great- grandchildren: Hayes Johnson, Harper Johnson, Hadley Johnson, Shawn D. Mills and Brittany McMahan and husband, Bobby of Campbellsville ; two great-great-grandchildren: Keegan McMahan and Kayson McMahan of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends including a cherished caregiver, Elizabeth Cameron.
Ineze was also preceded in death by one brother and two sisters: Edwin Loy, Myrtle Blakey and Louise Sullivan.
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VISITATION: 5:00 P.M.-8:00P.M., Monday, July 17, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Bro. Larry Rhodes and Bro. Steve Wagers

ENTOMBMENT: Brookside Mausoleum

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

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Alan Dickey, 60

Posted by on Jul 15, 2017

Mr. Alan Bret Dickey, son of the late Irvin and Stella (Rosander) Dickey, was born on August 14, 1956 in Charlotte, Michigan. He departed this life on Monday, July 10, 2017 at his home in Breeding , being 60 years, 10 months, and 24 days of age. Mr. Dickey was a former mechanic, and served his country honorably in the United States Army.

He leaves to mourn his passing:

One daughter and two sons: Melissa Burris of Breeding, Corey Croslin of Alaska, and Nathan Dickey of Columbia,

Four sisters: Donna, Linda, Paula, and Dawn,

Five grandchildren,

And a host of other family and friends.

He was also preceded in death by a brother, Dan.

Mr. Dickey chose cremation, and entrusted those rites to the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Campbellsville. All services were held privately.

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Nicole Skaggs, 30

Posted by on Jul 15, 2017

Ms. Leeangelica Nicole Skaggs of Campbellsville, daughter of Perry Skaggs and the late Rhonda Sue (Shearer) Skaggs, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at her home after an extended illness. Born on June 23, 1987, she was 30 years and 19 days of age. Ms. Skaggs professed faith in Christ and was of the Holiness faith. She was a proud and supportive mother, and loved her entire family. Always a fan of Marilyn Monroe, she also enjoyed watching the Cincinnati Bengals or the UK Wildcats.

She leaves to cherish her memory:

Two children: Peyton Marie Buckman and Jazmyn Rylee Thompson,

Her father: Perry Skaggs of Campbellsville,

Her grandparents: Gwenda Hitch (William) and Lily Skaggs, both of Campbellsville,

Aunts: Gwendolyn Cox, Judith Walden, Tracy Hitch, and Donna Shearer, all of Campbellsville,

Cousins: Christian Cox, Matthew Cox, and Zachary Shearer, all of Campbellsville,

And a host of extended family and friends.

Besides her mother, she was also preceded in death by her grandfather, Willard Skaggs, an uncle, Edward Shearer, and a cousin, Darlis Aaron Cox.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Ms. Skaggs on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at 12:00 noon in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Frank Boils will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Jones Chapel Cemetery, Hwy 1752, Taylor County, KY.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, July 15, from 5:00-8:00 PM.

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

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