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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Sep 28, 2026
Luther Nelson Veatch of Campbellsville, the son of the late Edgar Veatch and Bertha Nelson Veatch, was born on July 17, 1955, and departed this life on September 28, 2026, in Campbellsville. He was 71 years of age.
Luther was a carpenter and laborer doing roofing, building houses, and various construction jobs. He enjoyed motorcycles, hunting, collecting Camel Cigarette memorabilia, and spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his children, Travis Veatch (Anita Jenelle) of White House, TN, and Troy Veatch of Campbellsville.
Three sisters, Mildred Haynes (Raymond), Carl Veatch (Ruth), Mary Sprowles (Paul), Herbert “Hub” Veatch (Brenda), and Connie Flechler (Dennis), and a host of grandchildren, and other relatives and friends, including his special friend Steve Hess.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Kyle Veatch, and by two brothers and one sister, Andrew Veatch, Joseph Veatch, and Dollie Flechler.
Cremation was chosen according to Luther’s wishes and there will be no public services.
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Sep 27, 2026
Howard Dobson Sr. of Campbellsville, son of the late Vernie Dobson and Lillie Mae Webb Dobson , was born July 17, 1933 in Larue County, Kentucky. He died at 4:06 A.M., Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Campbellsville. Age: 93
Howard owned several small businesses in Campbellsville. He also worked as a volunteer firefighter and later, went to full-time for the city of Campbellsville. Howard started Dobson’s Camper in 1968 and remained owner until 1995 when his son, Howard Dobson Jr., took over the business. Howard Sr. remained a fixture of the business until his health would no longer allow it.
He united in marriage to Corine Coomer December 25, 1953 and she survives.
Besides his wife, Corine Dobson of Campbellsville, Howard is survived by one son and three daughters: Howard Dobson Jr. and wife, Jenny, Brenda Goodin and husband, Gary, Deloris Sapp all of Campbellsville and Linda Adkins and husband, Richard of Greensburg; six grandchildren: Jennifer Johnson and husband, Alex, Jessica Lile and husband, Brent, Kara Yocum and Fiancé, Brandon Gowdy all of Campbellsville, Darrell Sapp of Naples, Florida, James Adkins and wife, Jennifer and Michael Adkins and wife, Whitney both of Greensburg; fourteen great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Howard was also preceded in death by two brothers Raymond Dobson and Carl Dobson.
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VISITATION: 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M., Friday, October 2, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Paul Dicken
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Sep 19, 2026
 Margaret Newton Gadberry of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Oscar Newton and Gladys Rafferty Newton , was born February 23, 1950 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 4:24 A.M., Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Campbellsville. Age: 76
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Lowell Avenue Baptist Church.
She was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom for twenty five years and a retired co-owner of Lee’s Famous Recipe in Greensburg with her husband Larry for twenty two years.
She united in marriage to Larry Gadberry February 20, 1970 and he preceded her in death December 4, 2023.
She is survived by one daughter, Hollie Westbrook and husband, Rob of Campbellsville, son, Cory Gadberry and wife, Jacki of Campbellsville; step-son, Van Gadberry and wife, Cabrina of Lebanon; eight grandchildren: Addie Sapp and husband, Drew of Campbellsville, Reece Westbrook and fiancé, McKenzie Kempf, Haleigh Gadberry and Hannah Gadberry of Bowling Green, Gwennie Wuertenberg of Elizabethtown, Analeigh Gadberry of Greensburg, and Mason Gadberry and Mekenzie Gadberry of Lebanon; four brothers and two sisters: J. Paul Newton and wife, Carlene, David Alan Newton and wife, Angie, Carolyn Whitlock, and Mike Newton, all of Campbellsville, Rick Newton and wife, Kim of Elizabethtown, and Bonnie Claycomb and husband, Eddie of Bowling Green; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Margaret was also preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters: Billy Newton, Doris Ray Newton, Faye Atcher, Shirley Maupin, and Jan Cates.
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VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Dr. Brian Rafferty
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Sep 18, 2026
Patty Phillips of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Hazel Bottoms Beasley and Pete and Rita Nelson, her aunt and uncle who raised her, was born January 18, 1959 in Jefferson County, Kentucky. She died at 4:22 P.M., Wednesday, September 16, 2026 in Campbellsville. Age: 67
She professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith.
Patty was a retired employee with Modern Care in Campbellsville.
Patty, who was affectionately known as “Grammy” to her grandkids, loved people and had so many friends. Patty also loved animals, social media and playing games on her phone.
Patty is survived by one daughter, Jessi Phillips of Nashville, Tennessee; two grandchildren: Sophie Glapion and Kellan Glapion of Nashville, Tennessee; two sisters and one brother: Linda Skaggs and husband, Russ and Missy Chelf and husband, Doug of Campbellsville and Greg Nelson and wife, Lisa of Lexington; one sister-in-law, June Beasley of Paris, Tennessee; her fur baby, Apple; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by a brother, Billy Beasley and a nephew, Clay Nelson.
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VISITATION: 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. John Stilts
BURIAL: Jones Chapel Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO TAYLOR COUNTY SPCA AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Sep 17, 2026
Gerald Harmon of Campbellsville, son of the late William Paul Harmon and Lela Mardis Harmon, was born February 26, 1948 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 6:10 A.M., Wednesday, September 16, 2026 in Louisville. Age: 78
He professed faith in Christ and was of the Methodist faith.
Gerald was a retired employee of Curtis Maruyasu in Lebanon.
He united in marriage to Mary Duke April 28, 1998.
Gerald was an avid UK fan, an enthusiastic TV coach and his favorite saying was, “you gotta make your free throws!”
He loved food and enjoyed listening to music, especially the Big Dawg. Gerald’s family said he was a wise man, who always gave good advice.
Besides his wife, Mary Harmon of Campbellsville, he is survived by four sons: Joseph Edward “Jody” Harmon and wife, Vickie, Keith Swift and Justin Martin and fiancée, Morgan Wallace of Campbellsville and Adam Swift and wife, Brittany of Springfield; a special daughter, Kathleen Martin of Campbellsville; a daughter-in-law, Jennifer Harmon; fourteen grandchildren: Andreanna Frazier of Owensboro, Will Harmon, Lucas Martin and Sawyer Harmon of Campbellsville, Ashtyn Harmon and significant other, Victor Helm, of Hodgenville, Elizabeth Swift, Lilly Keeling and husband, D. J., Adam Swift, Jr. and Jacob Martin of Springfield, Madison Harmon and significant other, Grant Ray of Benton, Emily Swift and Keith Swift, Jr., Cheyenne Roberts of Indiana and Michael Swift of Florida; one great-grandchild, Corinne Keeling and many, many others; one brother, Randall Harmon of Campbellsville; special friend, Alfred Surico; his fur baby, Sadie; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Gerald was also preceded in death by a son, Paul Harmon August 22, 2022 and a granddaughter, Kayla Swift in 2018.
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VISITATION: 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M., Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Monday, September 21, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Ronnie Dooley and Lee Kendall
ENTOMBMENT: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Mausoleum
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Sep 15, 2026
 Everet “Tommy” Wright of Campbellsville, son of the late William Everet Wright and Pansy Estelle Mitchell Wright, was born December 4, 1947 in Green County, Kentucky. He died at 5:56 P.M., Monday, September 14, 2026 in Louisville. Age: 78
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church.
Tommy was a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served his country honorably in the United States Marines.
Tommy was a retired truck driver.
He united in marriage to Ruby Brown December 17, 1966.
Tommy enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandkids and great-grandkids.
Besides his wife, Ruby Wright of Campbellsville, he is survived by one son and one daughter: Mitch Wright and wife, Amy of Bowling Green and Michelle Porter and husband, Barry of Campbellsville; five grandchildren: Brandon Porter and wife, Toni and Matthew Porter of Campbellsville, Taylor Beal and husband, Cameron, Payton Wright and Chloe Wright and fiancee’, Will Gaddis of Bowling Green; five great-grandchildren: Brady Beal, Caroline Beal, Lane Porter, Addi Porter and Carson Porter and many other relatives and friends.
Tommy was also preceded in death by one brother and one sister: Leslie Wright and Nell Wright.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. David Brown and Rev. Don Gowin
ENTOMBMENT: Brookside Mausoleum with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Sep 8, 2026
KAREN JANE RICHERSON
Karen Jane Richerson of Campbellsville, daughter of the late James Sherwood Sanders and Exzilda Jane Wethington Sanders, was born January 14, 1947 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 9:57 A.M., Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Campbellsville. Age: 79
She professed faith in Christ and was of the Catholic Faith.
She was a retired 35 year Loan Officer at Farm Credit Services.
She is survived by her son, Mark Richerson and wife, Meaghan of Vine Grove; two grandchildren: Luke Richerson of Louisville, and Clayton Lewis and wife, Ashlee of Plainfield, Indiana; one great-grandchild, Willow Lewis; one brother and two sisters: James Byron Sanders and wife, Wanda of Campbellsville, Marsha Rhea Spires and husband, Tommy of Louisville and Freida Lynn Sandidge of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by a brother, Stephen Lyle Sanders and a brother-in-law, Carl C. Sandidge II.
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VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Friday, September 11, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL MASS: 2:00 P.M., Friday, September 11, 2026 at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Liberty by Rev. Fr. Benito Martinez
BURIAL: St. Bernard Catholic Church Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH AND MAY BE MADE AT
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Sep 5, 2026
 Mina Lorene Hash Hedgespeth, 92, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 5, 2026. She was born on April 1, 1934, the daughter of the late McKinley and Mayme Newton Hash.
Mina made her profession of faith in Jesus Christ on October 18, 1948, at Buffalo Baptist Church and was baptized in Buffalo Creek. Her church membership was later transferred to Corinth Baptist Church in Hodgenville, Kentucky, where she remained a faithful member until her passing.
Mina was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles Thurman Hedgespeth. The two were united in marriage on June 1, 1958, and shared 55 years and 10 months of marriage before Charles passed away on Mina’s birthday, April 1, 2014.
She was also preceded in death by her father-in-law, Charles Emmitt Hedgespeth; three brothers, Thomas Jefferson (T.J.) Hash, James Thomas (J.T.) Hash, and William Grant Castello Hash; four sisters, Maggie Mae and James Bell, Nina Cathleen and Phillip (Phil) Stiles, Vera Louise and Fred Krznarich, and June Rose Hash; and three brothers-in-law, James (Jim) Salsman, Eugene (Gene) Underwood, and Ralph Hedgespeth.
Mina leaves behind her brother, McArthur Gowdy and Vienise Hash; two sisters, Billie Salsman and Shirley Ann Underwood; and a family who extended far beyond those connected to her by blood.
Among those closest to her was her great-niece, Chasity Lynn Hedgespeth Warren, whom Mina lovingly raised from the age of eight. She also leaves Chasity’s three children, James Dylan Malone, Jarett McKay Malone, and Mariah Leigh Shivley. Mina is also survived by her nephew, Gregory Todd Hash, who lovingly cared for her needs, along with numerous other nieces, nephews, extended family members, and many dear friends.
Mina was a remarkable educator whose dedication to learning and to young people became a defining part of her life. She graduated as valedictorian of the 1954 Taylor County High School graduating class. She continued her education at Campbellsville College, earning a Teacher’s Certificate in 1956.
Upon completing her teaching certificate, Mina was hired by the LaRue County Board of Education, where she taught seventh- and eighth-grade students at Buffalo High School for four years. Always striving to learn more and become a better educator, she continued her studies at Campbellsville College and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Education in 1960.
For the 1960–61 school year, Mina returned to Taylor County and became one of the teachers at the newly opened Taylor County High School in Campbellsville, where she taught Business Education. Her commitment to education continued throughout her career as she earned a Master of Science degree, Rank I, and Rank IA in School Administration from Western Kentucky University.
In 1966, Mina was promoted from the classroom to the Taylor County Board of Education, where she served as Director of Pupil Personnel. She remained in that position until her retirement in 1994, when she stepped away from her career in education to care for her mother. In all, Mina devoted 38 years of her life to education and to serving the children and families of her community.
Retirement did not slow Mina down. In 2009, she began working as a People Greeter at Walmart in Campbellsville, where her warm personality and love for people made her a natural fit. She continued there until her retirement in 2015.
Mina was a joy to be around. She was outgoing, intelligent, studious, honest, generous, and giving—and above all, she was loving. She lived life fully and gave all she had to the people around her. She believed in serving others, encouraging others, and making a difference wherever she could.
Her contributions as an educator were recognized throughout her career. Mina received numerous awards and honors for her work in education and was recognized by President Ronald Reagan, Martha Layne Collins, the first woman Governor of Kentucky, the Kentucky Senate and House of Representatives, and United States Senator Mitch McConnell for her outstanding performance, leadership, and commitment to supporting education and the youth of Kentucky.
In 1973, Mina was nominated and selected for the first annual printing of Who’s Who: Outstanding Educators in America. That inaugural publication recognized Mina and other educators whose dedication and contributions at the local, county, state, and regional levels helped strengthen American education.
Mina was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), an organization reflecting her appreciation for family, heritage, and service.
Although Mina never had children of her own, she was a mother to many. She opened her heart and her home to those who needed her and gave love, guidance, encouragement, and care freely. She was a leader, teacher, wife, mother figure, aunt, grandmother figure, and friend. She cared deeply for others and made people feel loved.
Perhaps the greatest measure of Mina’s life was not the titles she held or the honors she received, but the lives she touched. She gave of herself generously, loved without reservation, and believed there was always room in her heart for another person. Mina loved her family, her community, her students, and, in her own special way, the whole world.
Her life was one of faith, service, education, family, and love. Her memory will live on in the many people she taught, encouraged, cared for, and loved.
Visitation is requested from 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Avenue, Campbellsville, Kentucky. Entombment will follow at Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, 3878 Greensburg Road, Campbellsville, Kentucky.
Mina requested that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to the Hash Cemetery Fund for maintenance.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Sep 2, 2026
Lonnie Spear of Elizabethtown, formerly of Campbellsville, son of the late Miley B. Spear and Orbazine Barnett Faulkner, was born January 1, 1949 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 4:50 P.M., Monday, August 31, 2026 in Elizabethtown. Age: 77
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Central Avenue Baptist Church, where he had served as a deacon.
Lonnie was a retired employee of Parker-Kalon after thirty-two years of service.
He united in marriage to Cathy Farmer May 5, 1972.
Besides his wife, Cathy Spear of Elizabethtown, Lonnie is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Ritchie Jenkins of Elizabethtown; three grandchildren: Matthew Jenkins, Michael Jenkins and Alexandria Jenkins; two sisters: Linda Richerson of Campbellsville and Brenda Argo of Norman, Oklahoma; one half-brother, Otis Puryear of Greensburg; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Lonnie was preceded in death by two brothers: Ronnie Spear and Vestal Spear.
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VISITATION: 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., Friday, September 4, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Friday, September 4, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Pastor Chapman Bean
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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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Aug 24, 2026
Willie Ray “Bill” Shipp of Campbellsville, the son of the late Ernest Shipp and Roberta Smith Shipp, was born on June 17, 1957, in Marion County, and departed this life on August 19, 2026. He was 69 years of age.
He was a former employee of Wal-Mart, Ingersol-Rand, and Malone Realty, and was a photographer. He enjoyed riding his Harley –Davidson motorcycle, traveling, photography, hunting mushrooms, and attending concerts.
He is survived by two nephews, Galen Shipp of Indiana, and James Shipp of Campbellsville. One sister-in-law, Geneva Shipp of Campbellsville, his adopted family, Sandy Parent (Greg), Veronica England-Lobb (John), Alex England (Logan), and Katie England. Also, his god-children, Jaclyn Bottoms, Chase Bottoms, and Kari Negron.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ernest M. Shipp, and James Edward Shipp.
There will be a visitation from 4:30 – 6:30 PM, Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with cremation to follow.
Memorials are suggested to be donations to the Funeral Expense Fund
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