Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Dec 30, 2025
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Pamela Price Richardson, age 76, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025 at University of Louisville Hospital.
Pam was born on December 6, 1949 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Virgil and Frances Price, She grew up in Greensburg, Kentucky, where she graduated from Green County High School. She went on to attend the University of Kentucky, earning a degree in speech pathology.
She had made a profession of faith in Christ, was a member of Campbellsville Christian Church and recently attending 3 Trees.
Pam was also a successful business owner, operating Merle Norman in Campbellsville for nearly 50 years. She built a thriving business where she genuinely loved serving her customers and the community.
After dating for four years, Pam united in marriage to Les Richardson July 10, 1971.
She is survived by her husband, Les Richardson; her son, Price Richardson (Blair); and her cherished grandchildren, Rhett, Reagan and Raleigh Richardson, who brought her immense joy.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Leslie Richardson, II and her brother, Virgil Price.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Friday, January 2, 2026 at Campbellsville Christian Church in Campbellsville by Dr. Paul Patton and Pastor Jason Hood
PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 30, 2025
James “Jimmy” Garner of Campbellsville, the son of the late Hobert and Anna Lois Garner, was born May 10, 1946, in Russell County, KY, and departed this life on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the University of Louisville Hospital. He was 79 years of age.
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Campbellsville First Church of God and was a former employee of Parker-Kalon in Campbellsville, and a Veteran of the United States Army.
Jimmy enjoyed restoring old cars and helping many people in the community, and he never met a stranger.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by four siblings: Janice Long, Danny “Red” Garner, Adrian Garner, and Walter Garner.
Survivors include his wife, Marilyn (Roberts) Garner of Campbellsville; his children: Gina Wilber of South Carolina, Stephanie Garner, Jennifer Garner, and Crystal Benningfield and husband Joey, all of Campbellsville.
Two brothers and a sister: Junior Garner and wife Hilda, Leon Garner, all of Campbellsville, and Yvonne Taylor of Frankfort.
His grandchildren: Jamie Frost and husband Billy, Gracie, Alyssa, and Baylee Benningfield, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
FUNERAL: Saturday, January 3, 202,6 at 1:00 P.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home.
INTERMENT: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
MILITARY HONORS: Marion County Veterans Honor Guard
VISITATION: after 12:00 P.M. on Saturday
MEMORIALS: Donations to the Campbellsville Food Bank, which can be made at the funeral home.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 30, 2025
Anthony Hollon of Campbellsville, the son of David and Sheila Hollon, was born May 3, 1976, in Marion County, KY, and departed this life on Sunday, December 28, 2025, in Campbellsville at the Taylor Regional Hospital. He was 49 years of age.
He was a farmer and worked for Reynolds Tractor Repair.
Anthony enjoyed hunting, fishing, farming, and trap shooting.
Survivors include his parents: David and Sheila Hollon of Campbellsville; his fiancé: Merinda Sanders, and her daughter: Dakota
Also, special friends: David Rakes, Barry Gribbins, and Curtis Garrett, and many other relatives and friends.
FUNERAL: Thursday, January 1, 2026, at 11:00 A.M.
L.R. Petty Funeral Home
INTERMENT: Tallow Creek Cemetery
VISITATION: Wednesday from 5-8 PM
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 27, 2025
Jackie Lee Parker, 77, of Elkhorn, Kentucky, the son of the late Paul and Fannie Willis Parker, was born March 8, 1948, in Taylor County, Kentucky, and died December 27, 2025.
He professed faith in Christ and attended the Mt. Zion Church of God. Jackie served his country honorably in the U.S. Army. He retired from Fruit of the Loom after 43 ½ years.
Jackie loved the outdoors and specifically enjoyed coon hunting. He spent many hours and thousands of steps in the woods with his dogs and friends. He was also an avid sports fan. He loved to talk sports with anyone who would listen, especially basketball and his Louisville Cardinals. Jackie also enjoyed spending time with his family.
SURVIVORS:
His wife of 20 years, Abbie Parker, of Elkhorn, KY.
One son, Joey Parker, of Lexington. One stepdaughter, Misty Burress (Bobby) of Campbellsville. One stepson, Anthony Brockman (Tiffany) of Campbellsville.
6 Grandchildren: Tyler Burress (Lindsay) of Campbellsville, Madison Hughes (Dalton) of Campbellsville, Chandler Brockman of South Carolina, Kelson McKinney, Bryce Brockman, and Scout Brockman, all of Campbellsville.
4 Great Grandchildren: Bryson, Tenley, Olivia Burress, and Asher Hughes.
3 sisters and a brother: Sue Monday, Peggy Hatcher, and Kaye Robison, all of Campbellsville, and Jerry Parker (Sandra) of Alabama.
Mother-in-Law, Peggy Harrison of Knifley, KY.
2 Sisters-in-law: Cathy Baxter (Jeff) of Campbellsville and Ann Gabehart (Doug) of Yuma, KY
1 Brother-in-law: Bruce Harrison, of Winchester, KY.
Also, a host of nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
He was also preceded in death by one brother, Jimmy Ray Parker, and one sister, Betty Jo Cox.
The Funeral Service for Jackie Lee Parker will be held at 11 AM on Friday, January 2, 2026, at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel.
Bro. Jake Eldridge, Mark Carney, and Bro. Thomas Metcalfe will officiate.
Burial will follow in the Lebanon National Cemetery with full Military Honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard.
Visitation will be on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 5 to 8 PM at L.R. Petty Funeral Home.
Pallbearers: Joey Parker, Anthony Brockman, Bobby Burress, Rick Osborne, Doyle Sterns, Phil Hovious, and Kenny Willis.
Donations can be made to Hosparus at The Cancer Center in Campbellsville.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 26, 2025
Mrs. Marsha Lee Estes of Campbellsville was born in Taylor County on June 14, 1957, to the late Chester and Laura (Glenn) Lawson. She departed this life on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 in Louisville at the Jewish Hospital. She was 68 years of age. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Lowell Avenue Baptist Church. Mrs. Estes was a retired preschool teacher and the former spouse of Mr. Billy Estes, who preceded her in death in 2018. She enjoyed spending time with her family and was often seen out with her grandkids or sister, shopping or simply socializing.
She leaves to cherish her memory:
Two children: DeAnna Cropper and husband Jeremy, and Laura Waymon,
Two siblings: J.C. Lawson and wife Peggy, and Wanda Causey and husband Jack,
Five grandchildren: Justin Humphress and companion MacKenzie Sprowles, BreAnna Humphress, Benzley Tucker, Bryar Tucker, and Hannah Cropper,
And a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Estes on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville. Burial will follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Robbie Bell, Kenton Gibson, Adam Lawson, Bobby Estes, Ryan Tungate, Brian Milby, and Isiah Mixtega will serve as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, from 11:00 AM until the time for the service.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 26, 2025
Mrs. Dorothy Opal Nelson of Campbellsville was born in Taylor County on November 18, 1937. She was the daughter of the late John James “Jay” and Lizzie Ermine (Dewitt) Wood. She departed this life on Monday, December 22, 2025 at the Taylor Regional Hospital being 88 years, 1 month, and 4 days of age. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Gods Grace Church. Mrs. Nelson was a longtime employee of Fruit of the Loom and retired from there after 38 years of service. She was the devoted wife of Mr. Charles Leonard Nelson, who preceded her in death in 2010. Mrs. Nelson was very family-oriented, and loved cooking Sunday dinners for her children and grandchildren. They claim she made the best banana pudding and chocolate pie around. She also enjoyed time spent with her church family and loved to sing with them during service.
She leaves to mourn her passing:
Four children: Leon Nelson and wife Debbie, Carolyn Whitlock and husband Rusty, Lisa Miranda and husband David, and Gayla Combs,
Ten grandchildren: Jennifer Watson, Davie Harris, Gary Whitlock, Kevin Whitlock, Wendy Whitlock, Angel Edelen, Carly Waldrep, Jacob Thompson, Jacqueline Graves, and Timmy Combs,
A brother: Virgil Wood and wife Virginia,
Twenty-four great grandchildren,
Nine great-great grandchildren,
And a host of other family members and friends.
Besides her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by four siblings: Faye Graham, Marvin Kirtley, George Wood, and Barbara Agnus Wood; a grandson: Stevie Harris; a great-grandson; one great-great grandson; and two sisters-in-law: Helen Jean Bell and Doris Jean Nelson.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Dorothy Opal Nelson on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville. Bro. Roger Bland will officiate. Burial will follow in the Mt. Washington Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, Dec. 29, from 5:00-8:00 PM.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Dec 26, 2025
Fred Thompson of Campbellsville, son of the late Milton Thompson and Virgie Wright Thompson, was born November 18, 1925 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 12:45 A.M., Thursday, December 25, 2025 in Hodgenville. Age: 100
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith.
He was an employee of Campbellsville Industries, worked at Tec Fab Metal Fabrication and also as a carpenter.
Fred enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching old Western movies. He also loved to tell old stories about his experiences throughout his life.
He united in marriage to Macel Salsman December 23, 1948 and she preceded him in death August 4, 2006.
Fred is survived by two sons and one daughter: Rev. Freddy Thompson and wife, Regina of Campbellsville, Garrett Thompson and wife, Tracy of Buffalo and Dian Cox and husband, J. R. of Bowling Green; twelve grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
He was also preceded in death by a daughter, JoAnn Clark and her husband, Charles Clark and one brother and three sisters: Wilson Thompson, Polly Coan, Lottie Allen and Alice Thompson.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Sunday, December 28, 2025 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Monday, December 29, 2025 at Parrott and Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Twyman Davis
BURIAL: Zion Separate Baptist Church 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 Dec 24, 2025
Marlena Hunt of Campbellsville, the daughter of the late James Frederick Thompson and Freda Mabel (Underwood) Thompson, was born December 1, 1949, in Larue County, KY, and departed this life on December 22, 2025, in Campbellsville. She was 76 years of age.
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Mt. Roberts Baptist Church. She retired from Taylor Regional Hospital Environmental Services Dept. and was a former employee of Service Cleaners. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, canning, and was very crafty.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Edward Hunt, on December 9, 2023, and one sister, Betty Ducharme.
She is survived by two daughters: Cheryl Mings and her husband Kevin of Campbellsville, Rita Thompson and her husband Chris of Elizabethtown, and a stepson, Michael Hunt and his wife Laura of Greensburg.
4 grandchildren, Jaycee Mings, Sydney Lara (Alex), Ethan Mings, all of Campbellsville, and Chayse Thompson of Elizabethtown.
Also surviving are three sisters, Linda Skaggs of Elizabethtown, Shelia Diane Wethington of Campbellsville, and Sue Bryant (Gregg) of Elizabethtown. One brother-in-law, Dennis Ducharme of Lexington.
The funeral service for Marlena Hunt will be held Monday, December 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Brookside Cemetery.
Bro. John Stilts will officiate.
The family has requested visitation on Sunday, December 28, 2025, from 5 – 8 pm at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home.
Pallbearers: Kevin Mings, Chris Thompson, Michael Hunt, Alex Lara, Larry Birdsong, and Ethan Mings
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 24, 2025
Mrs. Elna Kathleen Thompson of Columbia, daughter of the late James Oliver and Annie Cecil (Bault) Long, was born in Adair County on November 5, 1936. She departed this life on Monday, December 22, 2025 at her home, having attained the age of 89 years, 1 month, and 17 days. She was the devoted wife to Mr. William Russell Thompson, who precedes her in death. Mrs. Thompson had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Yuma Baptist Church. She will be long remembered for her kind heart, her love for her cats, and the simple, heartfelt joy she got from shopping at Walmart.
She leaves to carry her legacy:
Six children: Gary Long and wife Kena of Lebanon, Donna Mattingly of Springfield, and Glenda Phillips and husband Rod, Brad Thompson, Pam Quinn and husband Todd, and Randall Thompson and fiance Terissa Graham, all of Campbellsville,
Four stepdaughters: Janet Clark and husband David of Jamestown, Regina Key and companion Leo Abner of Columbia, Zerelda Ervin of Glasgow, and Ramona Dial and husband Kenneth of Columbia,
Two siblings: Morgan Long of Columbia and Elaine Clark of Leitchfield,
Fourteen grandchildren,
Twenty-three great-grandchildren,
Four great-great grandchildren,
And a host of other family members and friends.
Besides her parents and her husband, Mrs. Thompson was also preceded in death by a grandchild, and six siblings: Elby Long, Felix Long, Earl Long, Everett Long, Lucille Young, and Alma Green.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Thompson on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM EST (10:00 AM CST) in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville. Bro Jerry Smith and Bro. Garry Bault will officiate. She will laid to rest in the Absher Cemetery in Adair County. Gary M. Long, Adam Long, Nathan Long, Jarrett Mattingly, Dylan Quinn, and Eric Quinn will serve as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, Dec. 26, from 5:00-8:00 PM EST (4:00-7:00 PM CST).
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Those can be made in person at the funeral home.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 22, 2025
Mr. George Richard Miller, age 87, passed from this life on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at his home in Campbellsville. He was born in Louisville on October 7, 1938 to the late Albert Richard and Carolyn Agnes (Henle) Miller. He was a retired veteran, having served his country faithfully over 33 years as a mechanic in the United States Air Force, and was of the Catholic faith.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Roberta (Toy) Miller in 2015, and a daughter, Kelly Sue Gaddie, in 2007.
He leaves to mourn his passing:
A son: Joseph “Mike” Miller and wife Wanda of Campbellsville,
Three siblings: Carol Ann Miller, Bob Miller, and Terry Miller,
Four grandchildren,
Two great-grandchildren,
A sister-in-law, Linda, and a several other extended family members and friends.
Mr. Miller had requested cremation. Those services were conducted by L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Campbellsville.
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