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Posted by Auberry Don on Jan 14, 2025
Bro. Lawrence Brockman Jr., 84, son of the late Lawrence “Pete” Brockman Sr. and Jessie Marcum Brockman was born on July 19th, 1940 in Campbellsville. A few years later, Ms. Betty Loy Brockman, 81, daughter of the late Anthus Loy Jr and Audrey Hazel Hovious Loy, was born on December 30th, 1943 in Adair County. Some years later, they met in school. Lawrence knew as soon as he saw her that he would marry her someday. On June 2nd, 1962, Lawrence and Betty united in marriage, beginning their 62-year love story.
Ms. Betty passed from this life on January 11th, 2025 and a short twenty-four hours later, Lawrence joined his love in their heavenly home on January 12th, 2025.
Both Lawrence and Betty worked at Fruit of the Loom; Betty for 27 years and Lawrence worked as the shipping supervisor for 39 years. After the factory closed, Betty went on to work as a teacher’s aide for the Taylor County School System. She enjoyed working with the children. She retired from there after several years. Lawrence was called to the ministry to serve the Lord after the factory closed. He spent 15 years serving several churches. Together, they loved to cheer on the Cincinnati Reds and Kentucky Wildcats basketball. When they weren’t watching games together, Betty enjoyed reading and working seek and find puzzles. Lawrence enjoyed mowing the yard and working in his garden. They both professed faith in Christ and attended Spurlington Methodist Church. They both enjoyed serving their church.
Lawrence and Betty are survived by:
One Son, Mike Brockman and his wife, Cindy of Columbia
Two grandsons: Steven Keith Brockman and his wife, Kayla, of Campbellsville; and Michael Truman Brockman of Liberty
Two great-grandsons: Theodore Keith Brockman and Simon David Brockman, both of Campbellsville
Betty’s siblings: Juanita Antle and her husband, Dean, of Columbia; Ina Rooker and her husband, Roger, of Campbellsville; and Larry Loy and his wife, Darlene, of Campbellsville
Lawrence’s siblings: Mary Ola Perkins; and Donald Brockman and his wife, Wanda, all of Campbellsville
Several nieces and nephews
A host of other family and friends
They were preceded in death by:
Two children: Kathy Diane Brockman in 1964 and Lonnie Dale Brockman in 2008
Betty’s brothers: Rev. James Harold Loy and Glendal Allen Loy
Lawrence’s sister, Ailene Hutchison
VISITATION: Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
FUNERAL: Thursday, January 16th, 2025 at 12:00 pm at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville with burial to follow in the Spurlington Methodist Church Cemetery. Bro. Gerard Flanagan and Bro. Robert Morris will be officiating.
PALLBEARERS: Terry Hutcherson, Donald Brockman, Steven Brockman, Ray Wells, Roger Rooker, Scott Cochran, and Chuck Loy
Expressions of sympathy may be in the form of donations to Gideon Bibles and may 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 Bro. Lawrence and Ms. Betty Brockman at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jan 14, 2025
Juanita Wolford of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Vird Lewis Henderson and Ermine Coakley Henderson, was born February 25, 1938 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 8:15 A.M., Monday, January 13, 2025 in Campbellsville. Age: 86
She professed faith in Christ, was of the Baptist faith and had attended Campbellsville Christian Church and Elk Horn Baptist Church.
Juanita was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville.
She loved doing crossword puzzles and watching game shows. Her family said she was a really good cook.
She united in marriage to Norman Richard Wolford and he preceded her in death September 20, 1992.
Juanita is survived by one son and three daughters: Doug Wolford, Tammy Wolford Hunt, Kim Johnson and husband, Carl and Amy Taylor and husband, Richie of Campbellsville; eight grandchildren: Ashley Ramirez and husband, Armando of Cripple Creek, Colorado, Jacob Wolford and wife, Kelly of Estes Park, Colorado, April McKeel and husband, Andrew of Murray, Niki Atwell, Richard Martin and wife, Amanda and Amanda Martin, Raelee Taylor and Callie Taylor of Campbellsville; three step-grandchildren: Crystal Johnson and Marcus Johnson and wife, Lacy of Kansas City, Missouri and Misty Roller and husband, Kenny of Bardstown; fifteen great-grandchildren; one sister, Paula Grumbles and husband, Roger “Whitey” of Travelers Rest, South Carolina; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Sandy Wolford January 20, 2012 and two brothers and one sister: Gary Dale Henderson, Wilbur Henderson and Lillie Whitlow.
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VISITATIOIN: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Dr. Paul Patton
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO JUDE CHILDREN’S RESEARCH HOSPITAL OR GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 13, 2025
 Tammy Lynn Rakes, of Mannsville, KY, the daughter of Carolyn (Cornett) Wise and the late Pious Alexander Wise was born April 14, 1968 in Marion County, KY and departed this life on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at the Taylor Regional Hospital. She was 56 years of age.
She was a cook at Campbellsville University, having been employed by Pioneer Catering, and was of the Baptist Faith.
She united in marriage on April 23, 1994 to Ricky Lynn Rakes of Mannsville, who survives.
Other survivors include her children: Joseph Michael “Joey” Wise and wife Delisa and Latrichia Lake and husband Justin, all of Campbellsville, and Christina Bagby and husband Brian of Liberty.
Her mother: Carolyn Wise,
Also a brother and two sisters: Tommy Wise, Sue Wise and Melinda Wise; four grandchildren: Hunter Mattingly, Leilah Aud, Liana Lake and Lillynn Lake, and close friends: Karen Robinson, Lisa Williams and Melissa Trunnell, and a host of other relatives and friends.
To honor the wishes of Tammy, cremation rites were honored and conducted by L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 12, 2025
John Charles Sanders of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late Charles Durham Sanders and Mary Dudgeon Sanders was born on May 15, 1951, and departed this life on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Norton Audubon Hospital. He was 73 years of age.
He attended the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church and Our Lady of The Hills Catholic Church. He was a retired employee of Parker-Kalon. He enjoyed cooking, and quilting, and deeply cared for his wife, children, and grandchildren. He liked riding four-wheelers and being outdoors. He was a hugger and was very compassionate towards others.
He is survived by his loving wife Karen Cox Sanders, and two daughters: Shannon Pruyear and her husband Mikie of Campbellsville, and Savannah Sanders of Somerset. Nine grandchildren: Jacob, Micheal, Jesse, Anna, Christine, Mason, Harlan, CJ, and Lilly.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister.
There will be a Funeral Service for John Charles Sanders at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel in Campbellsville with burial to follow in the Sanders Cemetery.
Rev. Father Sheejan George will officiate.
The family requested visitation on Thursday, January 16, 2025, from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 10, 2025
Paul Sherman Gunter, age 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Norton’s Pavilion Hospital in Louisville, KY. He was born April 28, 1943, in Louisville, KY to Paul H. and Edith Lee Gunter.
Sherman professed his faith in Christ as a young man. He had many jobs during his life from building interstate roads to ending his working career at the Marion County School Board of Education after 34 years of service. Sherman truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures, spending time with family and friends, playing a good game of checkers, rook, pitching horseshoes, fishing, playing cornhole, and bowling. He mastered every game and had many awards, trophies, titles and rings earned through his accomplishments.
Sherman united to the love of his life, Ola Sallee on November 23, 1961, who preceded him in death on October 8, 2007. To this union 3 children survive, Paul Anthony Gunter, Sherry (Jeff) Kerr, and Karen (Glenn) Shuck. Also 4 grandchildren Sarah (Dallas) Coomer, Thomas Lee (Autumn) Kerr, Marshall Paul Shuck, and Dennis Michael Shuck. Great grandchildren are Ryan, Kelci, Macy, Nicholas, Ozzy, Axel, Shayla, Denver, Winston, Scarlett, Della Jo, and Nova Jean.
Also surviving two sisters Jean (Buford) Sallee, and Kathy Spray, and little brother Eddie (Vernice) Gunter. As well as, many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and a host of teammates.
Besides his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Emily Shuck.
The Funeral Service for Paul Sherman Gunter will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Old Liberty Cemetery.
Bro. Bo Sherrill will officiate.
The family has requested visitation on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Expressions of sympathy may be donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to Kosair Charities/Kosair for Kids and may be made online below or at the funeral home.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 10, 2025
Ms. Beverly Lynn Kirtley was born in Taylor County on November 11, 1959. She was the second child to Edd Kirtley, Jr. and Juliet (Graves) Kirtley. She departed this life on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at the Taylor Regional Hospital.
She professed her faith at a young age at Pleasant Union Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Donahue Price, and served faithfully there until her death.
Ms. Kirtley was employed at Fruit of the Loom for many years. She loved all sports but she was definitely a Louisville fan. She was a sweet, gentle soul who was loved by all that knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edd and Juliet Kirtley, and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
She leaves to cherish her memory:
Her loving siblings: Deborah Kirtley Smith (Michael), Shirley Kirtley, Sheryl Kirtley, and Lisa Kirtley, all of Campbellsville, and Daryl Kirtley of Paducah,
Aunts: Louie Ferrell of Sun City West, AZ, and Margaret Ann Spaulding of Louisville,
Uncles: Charles Graves of Johns Creek, GA, David Graves of Louisville, and John Graves of Palmdale, CA,
And several cousins and other relatives and friends.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Ms. Kirtley on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 12:00 PM at the Pleasant Union Baptist Church, 426 Fallen Timber Rd, Campbellsville, KY, with cremation to follow. Her ashes will be interred in the church cemetery at a later date.
The family will receive friends at the church on Wednesday, Jan. 15, from 10:00 AM until the time of the funeral. A meal will be served for the family and friends in the church dining hall following the service.
The family of Ms. Beverly Kirtley wishes to acknowledge with deep appreciation the many expressions of love, concerns and kindness shown to them during their time of bereavement. Beverly touched the lives of many people and will be truly missed. May God bless and keep you.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 10, 2025
Carl Lewis Graham of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late George T. Graham and Zana Vernice Bottoms Graham was born on August 20, 1941, and departed this life on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Taylor Regional Hospital. He was 83 years of age.
He professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist Faith. He was employed in pipeline construction and was a mechanic. He enjoyed working on cars, and woodworking and was very artistic, and he loved spending time with his family and driving his hot rod cars.
He is survived by three children: Ann Hollins and her husband Ramon, Frankie Graham, and Mikey “Prowler” Graham and his wife Shannon all of Campbellsville. Six grandchildren: Christopher Hollins (Kris), Krystal Cain (Adam), Eddie Davis (Teri), Billy Davis, Abigayle Graham, and Shelby Graham. Twenty-one great-grandchildren: Leeanna, Kimber, Briar, Kinley, Maddie, Brianna, Braydon C., Kadin, Anne Taylor, Isabella, Kinsley, Blayne, Brayce, Braydon, Masin, Addison, Gabrielle, Alec, Zach, Logan and Landon.
Also surviving is one brother: Bobby Graham of Louisiana, and one sister: Camillia Ballard of Louisville. His lifelong friend: Herbert Veatch, his caregivers and special friends: Robbie and Rachel Everage.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter: Casey LaChelle Day, and four siblings: Edward Monroe Graham, George Lewis Graham, Dwight Graham, and Mary Murphy.
There will be a Funeral Service for Carl Lewis Graham at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel in Campbellsville with burial to follow in the Mt. Washington Cemetery.
Bro. Ramon Hollins and Bro. Robbie Everage will officiate.
The family requested visitation on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 5 – 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 9, 2025
Michael George Kiger of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late James Charles Kiger and Alberta Cecelia Hocker Brown was born on October 10, 1945, and departed this life on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Taylor Regional Hospital. He was 79 years of age.
He professed faith in Christ and attended the Elk Horn Baptist Church. He was a retired center manager at UPS and the former owner and operator of the Lucky Vista Motel. He was very active in the local recovery community and was a sobriety mentor for many. He loved to play Santa Claus and brought much joy to many children. He enjoyed golfing, serving his church, and old classic cars. He liked telling jokes and never met a stranger. In the summer, he loved spending time on his lawn mower cutting the grass.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn “Katy” Kiger, a son: Michael “Zeke” Kiger II, one sister: Ella Marie Mershon, and one brother-in-law: Mike McClure
He is survived by two children: Chris Arnett and Heather Kiger Freson. Five grandchildren: Maura “Kiger” Lane, Josh Lane, Samuel Arnett, Bridgette Morris, and Anthony Freson. Seven great-grandchildren: Kathryn Sincerity, Kierre Adream, Kimani Khy’ee, Kionte Joshua, Penny Veda, Joshua Brendon, and Killiqn Ezekiel.
Also surviving is one brother: Jim Kiger and his wife Angie. Two sisters-in-law: Cassandra Watson Miller (Tommy) and Nina Watson McClure. A chosen granddaughter: Summer Wallace Marshall, and many other relatives and close friends.
There will be a Memorial Service for Michael George Kiger at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, January 17, 2025, at the Elk Horn Baptist Church in Campbellsville.
The family requested visitation at 12:00 P.M. at the Elk Horn Baptist Church.
Bro. Haywood Riner and Rev. Brian Rafferty will officiate.
There will be a time of food and fellowship after the service in the Worship Activities Center.
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Posted by Auberry Don on Jan 8, 2025
Edward “Eddie” Krug, 92, of Knifley, son of the late Edgar Leroy Krug and Mattie Phillips was born October 5th, 1932 in Rantoul, IL, and departed this life on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 at Taylor Regional Hospital.
Eddie united in marriage to Ms. Kay Carney on January 15th, 1972. She survives.
Eddie worked as a stone mason for many years and completed many projects in his career. Some of his notable local builds are the entrances to Campbellsville University and Hidden Meadows. He also worked on bridges and built the Central Plaza shopping center. He built the Knifley Fire Department and served as one of its founding members. He loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman. Eddie served his country honorably in the Air Force. Eddie professed faith in Christ and was of the Methodist faith.
Besides his wife, Eddie is survived by:
Three children: Diana Lynn Stiles and her husband, Cary, of Campbellsville; Karen Denise Cook and her husband, Robert, of Texas; and Rochelle Krug Sizemore and her husband, Fred, of Danville
Special granddaughter, Makayla Grace Sizemore of Danville; and five more grandchildren: Keith Krug of Manvel, TX; Christina Stiles of Houston, TX; Michelle Stiles Davis and her husband, Will, of the country of Georgia; Chance Elliott and his wife, Jennifer, of Lake Jackson, TX; and Rylin Pratt of Houston, TX
One great-grandchild, Archie Spacek of Lake Jackson, TX
One brother and one sister: Ronnie Allen of Campbellsville; and Carol Lasko of Carroll, Ohio
Several nieces and nephews
A host of other family and friends
Eddie was preceded in death by:
One son, Edward Anthony Krug on September 9th, 2012
VISITATION: Sunday, January 12th, 2025 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
FUNERAL: Monday, January 13th, 2025 at 1:00 pm at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville with burial to follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens. Bro. Bryan Montgomery will be officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of donations to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund, the Wounded Warrior Project, or your favorite charity. These donations may 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. Edward “Eddie” Krug at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 8, 2025
Lula Mae Pierce Farmer of Campbellsville, KY, the daughter of the late William R. Pierce and Pearlee Smothers Pierce was born on February 16, 1932, in Lebanon, KY, and departed this life on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at the Taylor Regional Hospital. She was 92 years of age.
She was of the Catholic Faith and was a homemaker. She enjoyed doing needlepoint, tending to her flowers and garden, watching birds and wildlife, and was known to make the best banana pudding and jam cake. She was a wonderful grandmother and found the good in everybody she met.
In 1948, she united in marriage to James Bernard Farmer and he preceded her in death in 2000.
She is survived by two children: Elizabeth Cissie Hunt and husband Johnny of Campbellsville, and James Terry Farmer and his wife Becky of Hodgenville. Nine grandchildren: John Hunt (Andrea) of North Carolina, Shannon Hunt Cox (Donald Wayne) of Campbellsville, Tonya Farmer Kuklinski of Mississippi, Kristin Farmer Taylor (Mark) of South Carolina, Sara Farmer Kelley (Gabe) of Indiana, Josh Farmer of Bardstown, Melissa Farmer Brundage (Kris) of Bardstown, Joe Farmer (Karen) of Leitchfield, and Jimmy Farmer of Indiana along with 20 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
Also, surviving are one sister and one brother: Verna Jean McDaniel and David Pierce both of Indiana.
Besides her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by two sons: Doug Farmer and Bobby Farmer, and eight siblings: J.L. Pierce, Cecil Pierce, Elizabeth Gordon, Evelyn Hall, Samuel Pierce, Geraldine Jones, Alma Jane Denney, and Carolyn Miller.
There will be a Funeral Service for Lula Mae Pierce Farmer at the St. Augustine Catholic Church at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, January 13, 2025, with burial to follow in Lebanon National Cemetery.
Deacon Joe Dant will officiate.
The family has requested visitation on Sunday, January 12, 2025, from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville.
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