Donnie Lotter, Sr.

Posted by on Jan 17, 2021


Donnie Lotter, Sr. of Campbellsville, son of the late Glenn Dale Lotter and Wandis Dooley Lotter was born July 5, 1953 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 11:03 A.M., Saturday, January 16, 2021 in Campbellsville.
Age: 67
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Soule’s Chapel United Methodist Church. Donnie enjoyed working with cattle for Dr. Ben Cox.
He fought hard to overcome his illnesses and was a kind-hearted man who never met a stranger.
He united in marriage to Bobbie Jo Walborn June 22, 1989.
Besides his wife, Bobbie Jo Lotter of Campbellsville, Donnie is survived by two daughters and three sons: Donna Bragg and husband, Tim of Nashville, Tennessee, Misty Thompson of Danville, Donnie Lotter, Jr. and Jeremy Lotter and wife, Jessica of Campbellsville and Jason Lotter and wife, Angie of Lexington; eleven grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.
Besides his parents, Dale Lotter and Wandis Lotter he was also preceded in death by a daughter, Christy Buck, a brother, Roger Lotter and a sister, Wanda Gail Lotter in infancy.
WALK-THRU VISITATION: 11:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M., Monday
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Monday, January 18, 2021 at
Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Roger Moran
BURIAL: Brockman Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO FUNERAL EXPENSES AND MAY BE MADE AT
PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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David Carroll, 58

Posted by on Jan 16, 2021

Mr. David Alan Carroll of Elk Horn, son of the late William Sanford and Flora Alma (Harrison) Carroll, was born in Ottawa, Illinois on February 6, 1963. He departed this life on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at his home. He was 57 years of age.

Mr. Carroll was the manager of commercial sales at AutoZone in Campbellsville and was of the Baptist faith.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, William Dallas “Bill” Carroll, in November 2019.

He leaves to cherish his memory:

Three brothers: Calvin Ray Carroll and wife Denise of Illinois, James Robert Carroll of Somerset, and Harold Gene Carroll of Illinois,

A sister-in-law: Chris Carroll of Missouri,

And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.

The family chose cremation. There are no public services scheduled at this time.

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Margey Mabe

Posted by on Jan 15, 2021

Margey Price Mabe of Campbellsville, daughter of the late George Wesley Price and Sally Ellen Shofner Price, was born September 6, 1926 in Green County, Kentucky. She died at 2:45 P.M., Wednesday, January 13, 2021 in Campbellsville. Age: 94
She professed faith in Christ and loved attending Bible Baptist Tabernacle.
She was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom.
Margey was a loving and sweet mother and grandmother. She was a kind-hearted, friendly lady who enjoyed socializing.
Margey united in marriage to Roy Mabe July 2, 1945 and he preceded her in death March 8, 2001.
She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Kenneth Poteet of Louisville; two grandsons: Christopher Poteet and Gregory Poteet and four great-grandchildren: Brooklyn Rose Poteet, Christian Scott Poteet, Emma Nicole Poteet and Andrew Brooks Poteet; three special friends: George and Flora Ober and Rita Smalley; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by six sisters: Pauline Price Sherrard, Belva Price McCubbins, Ellen Mae Price Epperson, Dora Price Kohl, Eva Price Skaggs and Mary Inis Price Martin.
The family would like to thank Grandview Nursing and Rehab for their excellent care of Margey during her stay there.
VISITATION: 11:00 A.M.– 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 19, 2021
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at
Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Pastor Bob Cutler
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE
DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Nadine Rafferty

Posted by on Jan 12, 2021

Nadine Raffery of Louisville, daughter of the late James Franklin Skaggs and Lillian Odell Whitlow Skaggs was born August 8, 1929 in Hendricks County, Indiana. She died at 3:12 P.M. Monday, January 11, 2021 in Louisville. Age: 91
She had professed her faith in Christ.
Nadine was a housewife.
She united in marriage to Richard Arvil Rafferty May 5, 1954 and he preceded her in death January 8, 1993.
She is survived by one daughter, Lisa Gail Rafferty of Louisville; one step-grandson, Mark Rafferty; one step-great-granddaughter, Brooke Nichole Rafferty; one brother, Raymond Skaggs of Campbellsville; five nieces: Peggy Weis and husband, Robert and Jean Marie Skaggs of Louisville, Penny Cook of Summersville, Doris Sprowles and Judy Geralds and husband, Jimmy of Glasgow; one nephew, Arlan Pritchard and wife, Carolyn of Taylorsville and many other relatives.
She was preceded in death by a step-son, Richard C. Rafferty, a step-daughter-in-law Sandy Rafferty, who had been most faithful in caring for Nadine as long as she was able and one sister and one brother: Flora Elizabeth Pritchard and Robert F. Skaggs and her twin brother, William Eugene “Bill” Skaggs.
The family would like to express their appreciation for the excellent care Nadine received at the Masonic Home and by Hosparus.
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VISITATION: 10:00 – 11:00 A.M., Friday, January 15, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Friday, January 15, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Ron Dooley
BURIAL: Elk Horn Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS HEALTH LOUISVILLE AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Helen F. Newton Vaughn

Posted by on Jan 12, 2021


Ms. Helen F. Newton Vaughn departed this life on January 11, 2021 surrounded by her family. She was 87 years old.
Ms. Helen graduated as Salutatorian of the Class of 1950 at Campbellsville High School. Later that year, she married John William “Bill” Vaughn. They remained married for 55 years. The couple had two sons: Jeffery Alan and John David.
Ms. Helen was employed at Fruit of the Loom until her retirement. During her time there, she achieved Assistant Vice President and helped install the company’s GED program to help those who worked with her receive high school diplomas.
She was the first female president of the Campbellsville Chamber of Commerce and worked with the Taylor County Library, serving on its board for many years.
Ms. Helen joined the Liberty Cumberland Presbyterian Church in 1951, where she played piano and taught Sunday School classes for many years. She was also a leader in their women’s organization.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Virginia “Ginny” Newton; her husband, John Vaughn, a brother, Garnett Newton and her son, Jeff Vaughn.
Ms. Helen is survived by a brother, Willard (Marian) Newton; her son, John (Dawn) Vaughn, as well as two grandchildren, Laci Jo and Ruby Vaughn; three step-grandchildren: Cody, Tara and Garrett Rose; three great-grandchildren: Aubrey, Gracie and Brantley. She will also be sorely missed by her special friend, Eugene Mosz.
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VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Earl West
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Goldie Graham

Posted by on Jan 11, 2021

Goldie Graham of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Hubbie Graham and Bessie Ann Caulk Graham, was born January 21, 1923 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 12:18 A.M., Friday, January 8, 2021 in Campbellsville. Age: 97
Goldie professed faith in Christ and was a life-time member of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church. She was a talented and giving person; her beautiful quilts and delicious pies and biscuits will always be remembered and her eagerness to help anyone in need will always be cherished.
Goldie is survived by one sister-in-law, Betty Jean Graham of Campbellsville and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.
She was also preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters: Roy Graham, Freddie Graham, James Earl Graham, Robert Graham, Edgar W. Graham, Tressie Hunt and Lorene Rhodes.
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VISITATION: 12:00 Noon – 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Steve Skaggs
BURIAL: Brockman Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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William J. Wallace, 80

Posted by on Jan 11, 2021

William J. Wallace age 80 of Campbellsville, the son of the late John Andrew and Gladys (Brown) Wallace, was born February 25, 1940 in Dennison, Ohio and departed this life on Sunday, January 10, 2021 in Campbellsville at his home. He was 80 years of age.

He was a former Policeman, a farmer, a mill worker, and a avid hunter and fisherman.

He is survived by his wife Jean (Gray) Wallace of Campbellsville; two daughters: Kathy Morling of Campbellsville and Kitty Brandt of Appleton, Wisconsin; three grandchildren: Sarah Fraser, John Meyner and Billy Brandt; two great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter: Kelly Frost.

All services will be private.

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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Joyce Cundiff Parrott

Posted by on Jan 11, 2021

Joyce Cundiff Parrott, age 93, of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Nile Reddish and Tellie Mae Cundiff, was born December 26, 1927, in Pulaski County, Kentucky.
She died at 8:49 P.M., Saturday, January 9, 2021, in Gainesville, Georgia. She professed her faith in Christ and was an active member of Campbellsville First United Methodist Church and the Upper Room Sunday School class. Earlier in her membership, she also sang in the choir.
Joyce was born in Pulaski County, Kentucky and went to Somerset High School. She was active in 4H and won many ribbons showing cattle and canning food. She was also inducted into the National Honors Society. She graduated from University of Kentucky with a Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics in May of 1949. If you were around her at all, you would know she was a true UK Wildcat basketball fan and was in college when the Fab Five played under Adolph Rupp. Upon graduation, she moved to Campbellsville, Kentucky and became the Home Demonstration Agent for Taylor County.
She united in marriage to Robert “Bob” Parrott on March 13, 1952. Bob preceded her in death on April 12, 1971. She was co-owner and Funeral Director of Parrott and Ramsey Funeral Home from 1965 to 1972 and co-owner of Parrott-Turner Cemetery.
Joyce was very active in the community, especially in activities her girls were involved in. She was co-leader of youth golf at Campbellsville Country Club over multiple summers, was a Brownie leader, taught youth Sunday school, supported Sunday night UMYF, supported Taylor County Band in many ways, including leading the concession stand sales at basketball and football games. She also loved to play bridge, including traveling for bridge tournaments.
Most importantly, Joyce loved her family. She is survived by two daughters and one son-in-law: Jane Alice and Henry Chappell of Parker, Texas and Martha Ann Smith of Gainesville, Georgia. She has four granddaughters: Jamie Marie Chappell, Sarah Jane Ross, Olivia Jane Smith and Kaitlyn Elizabeth Smith. She has four great-grandchildren: Liam Cade Ambrose, Lillian Grace Ambrose, Adalynn Jane Ross and Casey James Ross. She had one sister, Mildred Waddle, who preceded her in death, as well as many nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to acknowledge the loving care from a special group of caregivers: Doris Sargent, The Gardens of Gainesville and The Resting Nest.
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VISITATION: 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

PRIVATE FUNERAL SERVICE: Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Jeff Newton

BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery

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

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Elmer Ray Gabehart

Posted by on Jan 8, 2021

Elmer Ray Gabehart of Campbellsville, son of the late Roy W. Gabehart and Bettie Jo Tucker Gabehart, was born June 21, 1937 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 10:56 A.M., Thursday, January 7, 2021 in Campbellsville. Age: 83
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of God’s Grace Church.
He was a retired salesman with Cox Interior and WHI in Campbellsville.
Elmer united in marriage to Wanda “Bonnie” Beldon Gabehart in 1955 and she preceded him in death November 26, 2020.
He is survived by one son, Richie Gabehart; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Gabehart; one grandson, Hunter Gabehart; one brother and one sister: Paul Gabehart and wife, Nancy and Louise Campbell and husband, Earl, all of Campbellsville;
several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
He was also preceded in death by three sons: Todd Gabehart October 25, 2008, Travis Paul Gabehart and Anthony Ray Gabehart in infancy and four brothers and two sisters: Eugene Gabehart, Jack Gabehart, “Bug” Gabehart, William Henry Gabehart, Norma Jean Perkins and Mary Gabehart.
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VISITATION: 1:00 – 2:00 P.M., Sunday, January 10, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Sunday, January 10, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. John Stilts
BURIAL: Jones Chapel Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND MAY BE MADE THROUGH PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Richard Kearnes

Posted by on Jan 7, 2021


Richard Kearnes of Campbellsville, son of the late William Cyrus Kearnes and Jessie Marie Wade Kearnes, was born July 31, 1943 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 7:08 P.M., Tuesday, January 5, 2021 in Louisville. Age: 77
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Palestine Baptist Church.
He served his country honorably in the United States Navy.
Richard was a retired employee of Cox Interior and was a good tool maker and wood worker.
He was member of Elk Horn Masonic Lodge #568 F & A M.
He united in marriage to Arvella Martha Sprowles December 12, 1964 and she preceded him in death July 11, 2015.
Richard was a kind, considerate and caring person who enjoyed making friends, socializing and especially going out to eat. He enjoyed being a jokester had several nicknames from his times on the golf course and at Grandview Nursing & Rehab, such as “The King”, “Mayor of Grandview” and “The Boss”.
He is survived by two sons: Keith Kearnes and wife, LaDonna and Jason Kearnes of Campbellsville; six grandchildren: Shea Kearnes Jaggers and husband, Wes, Kyndel Kearnes, Kamryn Kearnes, Megan Teel, Jonathan Walters and Maddox Kearnes; five great-grandchildren: Tristan Teel, Rori Jaggers, Ramsi Jaggers, Travis Teel and Regan May Walters; one brother and six sisters: William C. Kearnes, Jr. of California, Margaret Tomes, Frances Rodgers and Sue Kearnes of Campbellsville, Dottie Chelf and husband, Mike of Elizabethtown, Linda Pearman and husband, Joe of Hodgenville and Brenda Arnett and husband, Leonard of Rineyville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Richard was also preceded in death by a daughter in infancy, Karen Gail Kearnes and one brother and two sisters: James M. Kearnes, Anna Simerson and Nancy E. Kearnes in infancy.
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VISITATION: 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
MASONIC SERVICE AND FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Bill Reed & Bro. Steve Willis
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THE RESIDENT FUND AT GRANDVIEW NURSING & REHAB AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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