ALEX KEITH GUPTON OBITUARY

Posted by on Nov 9, 2021

Alexander “Alex” Keith Gupton, 26, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of Darren Gupton and Angela Skaggs, both of Campbellsville, was born on April 7th, 1995, in Hardin County and departed this life on Saturday, November 6th, 2021.

He professed his faith in Christ and was of Christian faith. He attended 3Trees Church in Campbellsville.

Alex was a 2013 graduate of Taylor County High School. He started playing football at 5 years old and proudly wore #25 football jersey for the Taylor County Cardinals where he played many positions throughout his high school career. He was an avid UK and Colts fan. He enjoyed hunting, working, and loved his family. He was currently employed by Caldwell Tanks as a “TANKIE” welder building water towers. He was known by his family and friends as “being tougher than nails.”  Alex attended WKU and Lexington Community College.

Alex is survived by:

His father:  Darren Gupton (Beth) of Campbellsville.

His mother:  Angela Skaggs (Robert) of Campbellsville.

One brother:  Jake Gupton of Campbellsville.

Six sisters:  Joscelyn Milby of Campbellsville; Macaela Hansford of Campbellsville; Saylor Gupton of Campbellsville; Hannah Gupton of Campbellsville; Raina Simpson (Dustin); and Sawyer Gupton of Campbellsville.

Grandparents:  David and Rita Byrne of Leitchfield; Doris Hansford and Tretha Dugger of Campbellsville.

One niece and one nephew along with many other relatives and friends.

Alex is preceded in death by his grandparents: Gerry Dugger, Rufus F. Hansford, Sr., and Jenna Rose Ferguson.

VISITATION:  Thursday, November 11th, 2021, from 6:00pm-8:00pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL:  Friday, November 12th, 2021, at 2:00pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

Pallbearers:  Blake Penn, Dustin Burton, Taylor Spoon, and Levi Richardson.

The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mr. Alex Gupton at our funeral home.  May God bless you during this difficult time.

 

 

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Marilyn Smith

Posted by on Nov 9, 2021

Marilyn Smith of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Robert Lenuel “Pug” and Pearline Ford Smith, was born April 29, 1947 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 9:00 A.M., Sunday, November 7, 2021 in Campbellsville.             Age: 74
She professed faith in Christ and was a life-long member of Robinson Creek Baptist Church where she was active with the Women on a Mission.
Marilyn was a retired state employee, beginning work as a secretary for District Judges Ed Abell and Mike Hall, Sr and later, went to work for Circuit Judge Mike Hall, Sr. until his retirement.  At that time, she began working as a deputy for the Circuit Clerk’s office.
Marilyn loved and lived for her family. She was an avid fan and follower of her great-grandson, Channing’s football games. She also enjoyed going to Arts and Crafts Shows and Antique Shopping.
She united in marriage to Noah Michael Smith August 14, 1964.  
Besides her husband, Mike Smith of Campbellsville, she is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Tammy and Eric Elder of Campbellsville; two great-grandchildren: Channing Tungate and Rhylen Cochran and special friend Gail Cochran of Campbellsville, one brother and one sister: Lenuel Smith and wife Bonnie of Campbellsville and Carolyn Larimore and husband, Rhea of Louisville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Tatem Ashley Smith and one brother, Kenneth Hartwell Smith.

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VISITATION:   10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 13, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL:    2:00 P.M., Saturday, November 13, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Jim Collison III

ENTOMBMENT:  Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Mausoleum

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR ROBINSON CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Nancy Drucilla Gregory

Posted by on Nov 8, 2021


Nancy Drucilla Gregory of Louisville, formerly of Campbellsville, daughter of the late V. B. Mason and Nena Dalton Mason was born May 11, 1933 in Franklin, North Carolina. She died at 5:30 A.M., Saturday, November 6, 2021 in Louisville. Age: 88
She was of the Baptist Faith and was a homemaker.
Nancy was a great mother. She loved her flowers and gardening
She united in marriage to Frank Hayes Gregory April 18, 1959. He preceded her in death October 15, 2015.
She is survived by two sons: Mike Gregory and wife, Tonya of Crestwood and Ron Gregory and wife, Sharon of Goshen; four grandchildren: Zachary Gregory, Mason Gregory, Kasi Gregory and Amy Watkins and husband, Sam of Versailles; two great-grandsons, Kasen and Cameron Watkins; a sister, Frances Mason of North Carolina and a brother, Cardell Mason of Michigan; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, Sandra Gregory; and three brothers and three sisters: Carl Mason, Jake Mason, Eddie Mason, Mattie Mason, Jennieve Woodard and Kathleen Buchanan.
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VISITATION: 9:00 – 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M, Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Chaplain Jack Ward
ENTOMBMENT: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Mausoleum
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO SPECIAL OLYMPICS AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Brian “Opie” Nelson

Posted by on Nov 7, 2021

Brian “Opie” Nelson of Campbellsville, son of the late Willard Nelson and Betty Moore Nelson was born November 11, 1980 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 1:35 P.M., Saturday, November 6, 2021.
He is survived by one son, Brandon Nelson; and an aunt, Jean Bell of Campbellsville and many other relatives and friends.
Brian was also preceded in death by one brother, Danny Jones and one sister, Patricia Lanham.

GRAVESIDE SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Mt. Washington Baptist Church Cemetery by Rev. Earl West

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GARY JAMES VIERS OBITUARY

Posted by on Nov 7, 2021

Gary James Viers, age 64, of Campbellsville, KY passed away on November 5th, 2021, at his home. He was born February 1st, 1957, to the late James Viers and Mattie Bell Bray.

 

He married Debra Viers on September 29th, 1978.  They reside in Campbellsville, Kentucky. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and enjoyed the outdoors. He professed faith in Christ and attended Stoner Creek United Methodist Church.

 

Survivors include his wife, Debra Viers, of Campbellsville, KY.

 

One daughter:  Ciji Blair and her husband, Daniel, of Campbellsville.

 

Three grandchildren: William Blair, Serenity Blair, and Jasmin Blair of Campbellsville.

 

Two sisters and three brothers: Teresa Richardson of Louisville; Joy Rawlings and husband, Sherril of Lebanon; Larry Viers, Randy Viers and William Viers all of Campbellsville.

 

Several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

 

Gary was preceded in death by one brother and one sister: Roland Viers and Verly Brown.

 

VISITATION: Monday, November 8th, 2021, from 10am – 12pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

 

FUNERAL: Monday, November 8th, 2021, at 12 Noon EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

 

The funeral service will be conducted by Bro. John Hall and assisted by Sister Sherry Tabaka-Morrissey.

 

Pallbearers:  William Blair, Daniel Blair, Roger Malone, Sherril Rawlings, and Jesse Malone.

 

Burial to follow at Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

 

FAMILY REQUEST EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATY TAKE THE FORM OF DONATIONS TO FUNERAL EXPENSES AND CAN 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. Gary James Viers at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.

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Betty Bolin

Posted by on Nov 7, 2021


Betty Bolin of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Leo Edward Penrod and Juanita Mizell Penrod was born March19, 1937 in Campbell, Missouri. She died at 7:33 P.M., Thursday, November 4, 2021 in Louisville. Age: 84
Betty professed faith in Christ and was a member of South Campbellsville Baptist Church and had been attending the Rock Church with her daughter for the last several years.
She worked and retired as a certified nursing assistant for many years at Metzmeier Nursing Home.
She was a tough lady with a strong faith in the Lord. She never let her fears hold her back from living her life. She learned to drive at age 60 after the sudden death of her husband and made several road trips afterward.
She dearly loved, and cared for her family and others as she was able. She kept an extensive prayer list to remind her of the prayer concerns of others.
She united in marriage to Rev. Kenneth Bolin May 10, 1955. He preceded her in death August 26, 1995.
She is survived by three sons and one daughter: Rev. Kenneth Bolin, Jr. and wife, Carol of Manchester, Terri Bolin, Stephen Bolin and wife, Annette and Jeff Bolin and wife, Nikki of Campbellsville; nine grandchildren: Amanda Varney and husband, Carl, Kenneth Bolin, Andy Bolin and wife, Alexx and Ruth Evrard of Manchester, Amber Kemp and husband, Tommy, Kramer Bolin, Bekah LaJudice and husband, Jonathan, Donna Grace Miller and Mackenzie Miller of Campbellsville; two step-grandsons: Kaleb Lewis and wife, Ariel and Isaac Underwood; six great-grandsons and an expected great-granddaughter; one sister, Ruth Ray and husband, John of Missouri; and may other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Donna Xabela.

At her request there will be a private graveside service Monday, November 8, 2021 at Brookside Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy requested to be donations to the funeral expenses and may be made at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.

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Paula Blanton Foster, 74

Posted by on Nov 6, 2021

Paula Blanton Foster of Greensburg, the daughter of the late Paul and Lyda (Ball) Blanton, passed away Thursday in Campbellsville at the Taylor Regional Hospital. She was 74 years of age.
She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Campbellsville Christian Church.
She was a retired teacher, having taught in Marion County, St. Catharine College and Campbellsville University and later became a Chemical Dependence Counselor and a real estate agent.
Paula enjoyed decorating, buying and flipping houses, yoga and walking her dog Sophia.
Survivors include her daughter: Katie Moss and husband Tracy of Campbellsville; two brothers: Larry Blanton and wife Sandy and Roger Blanton, both of Indiana; two grandchildren: Lauren Moss and Tyler Moss both of Campbellsville, four great-grandchildren: Evie and Indi Durrett, Jake and Heidi Moss; her former spouse: H.L. Foster and a host of other relatives and friends.

The funeral service for Paula Blanton Foster will be conducted Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at the Campbellsville Christian church with burial to follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
Bro. Justin DeWell officiating
Visitation after 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday until time for the service at the church.

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Donnie Farmer

Posted by on Nov 5, 2021


Donnie B. Farmer, formerly of Campbellsville and Louisville, son of the late Ada Farmer and Florence McDaniel Farmer, was born September 9, 1933, in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died on Monday, November 1, 2021, in Franklin, Tennessee. Age: 88
He professed faith in Christ and was a former member of Jones Chapel Church, and had also attended Hikes Point Church of Nazarene, Hazelwood United Methodist Church and Southeast Christian Church. Donnie’s life centered around his faith in the Lord and the blessing of his family.
He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict.
Donnie was the former owner and operator of Watterson City Barber Shop in Louisville.
He united in marriage to Wanda Gabehart May 5, 1957. His devotion and attentiveness to his beloved Wanda is evidenced by their 64-year marriage.
Besides his wife, Wanda Farmer of Franklin, Tennessee, he is survived by a son, Steve Farmer and wife, Kelly Farmer of Evans, Georgia and a daughter, Becky Phillips and husband, Richard Phillips of Franklin, Tennessee; four grandchildren: Rachel Catherine Smith and husband, Sullivan Smith, Hannah Noelle-Hysen and husband, Logan Hysen, Matthew Stephen Farmer and wife, Laura Farmer and Mallory Click and husband, Josh Click; six great-grandchildren: Riley Farmer, Scottie Farmer, Caleb Farmer, Jackson Click, Wyatt Click and Benjamin Click; one nephew, Shane Farmer and wife, Theresa.
Donnie was also preceded in death by a brother and sister-in-law, Burl and Betty Farmer.
We celebrate the faith and life of Donnie Farmer and his heavenly homecoming.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Thursday, November 11, 2021, at
Jones Chapel Cemetery by Rev. Jonathan Nelms

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED
TO BE DONATIONS TO JONES CHAPEL CHURCH
AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME,
418 LEBANON AVENUE, CAMPBELLSVILLE, KENTUCKY 42718

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Nolen “Hot Shot” Gilpin, Jr.

Posted by on Nov 5, 2021

Nolen “Hot Shot” Gilpin, Jr. of Campbellsville, son of the late Nolen Gilpin, Sr. and Viva Alice White Gilpin, was born February 5, 1937 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 9:07 P.M., Tuesday, November 2, 2021 in Taylor County. Age: 84
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of First United Methodist Church and a lifelong farmer
He united in marriage to Shirley Ann Eastridge June 1, 1957.
Besides his wife, Shirley Gilpin of Campbellsville, he is survived by one daughter, Matilda Carol Wright and husband, Greg of Campbellsville; two grandchildren: Richard Clint Wright and wife, Ashleigh of Florida and Frances Elise Sheikh and husband, Hamid of Lexington and Colorado: two great-grandchildren: Charlie Wright and Everly Wright; a special caregiver, Loann Calmes; along with several nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister: Edwin Allen Gilpin, Forest Chandler Gilpin, Charles Gilpin and Margaret Gilpin Lane.
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FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Earl West and Rev. Ryan Boatright

VISITATION: 9:00 A.M.- 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.

BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery

FAMILY REQUEST ALL ATTENDEES WEAR A FACIAL COVERING AND OBSERVE SOCIAL DISTANCING UPON ENTERING THE BUILDING.

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER OR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH AND MAY BE MADE AT
PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

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LINDA JOYCE WINFREY

Posted by on Nov 1, 2021

Linda Joyce Winfrey, 68, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, daughter of the late Ben Rafferty and Mary Helen Whited Rafferty was born April 4th, 1953, in Taylor County and departed this life on Sunday, October 31st, 2021, at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.

She professed her faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Temple. Linda retired from Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville where she was a seamstress.  She loved the simple life of watching tv and the University of Kentucky Wildcats.

Survived by one son:  Harold Wayne Hardin of Campbellsville.

Four grandchildren:  Patrick Hardin and his wife, Mary, of Russell Springs, KY; Wesley Hardin and his wife, Cassie, of Russell Springs, KY; Tyler Hardin and his fiancé, Brooklyn Kay of Russell Springs, KY; and Christin Lackey and husband, Cody, of Warsaw, Indiana.

Five great-grandchildren:  Elijah Hardin, Maddie Hardin, Kyleigh Hardin, Ayden Hardin and Kensley Hardin, all of Russell Springs, KY, and Braxton Lackey of Warsaw, Indiana.

Two sisters:  Juanita Ford and her husband, Donnie of Campbellsville, KY, and Mary Nell Cox of Campbellsville, KY.

One sister-in-law:  Betty Rafferty of Campbellsville, KY.

One brother-in-law:  Ronald Fitzgerald of Cheyenne, WY.

Special niece:  Kymberli Fitzgerald.

Special friend:  Beverly Sue Cox.

Along with several nieces, nephews, and a host of family and friends.

Besides her parents, Ms. Winfrey is preceded in death by:

One son:  Michael Todd Hardin on August 01, 2013.

One brother:  Carroll Rafferty.

One sister: Barbara Fitzgerald.

Burial to follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

Dr. Brian Rafferty will be officiating the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested for memorials to be made to Gideons Bibles and can be made at the funeral home.

The funeral service for Ms. Linda Joyce Winfrey will be held privately on Wednesday, November 3rd, 2021, at Auberry Funeral Home.  There will be no public visitation.

The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Ms. Linda Joyce Winfrey at our funeral home.  May God bless you during this difficult time.

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