Michael Taylor, 66

Posted by on Sep 9, 2020


Mr. Michael Ray Taylor of Campbellsville was born on October 23, 1953 to the late Walter and Ruth (Kidwell) Taylor. He departed this life on Monday, September 7, 2020 at the Baptist Health Hardin Hospital, being 66 years, 10 months, and 15 days of age. Mr. Taylor had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Meadowview Baptist Church. After retiring from Houchens, he rejoined the workforce at Fruit of the Loom and Clarcor Air Filtration until failing health forced permanent retirement.
He leaves to cherish his memory:
   His wife Mrs. Beverly (Sexton) Taylor of Campbellsville,
   One daughter: Amanda York and husband Robby of Tompkinsville,
   Two siblings: James Taylor and wife Delores, and Helen Walker, all of Campbellsville,
   One granddaughter: Makenzie York,
   His mother-in-law: Rheta Faye Sexton,
   A brother-in-law: Ronnie Sexton and wife Debbie,
   Nieces and nephews: Christopher Sexton and fiancé Destiny England, Terry Bishop and wife Kathy, Jimmy Taylor and wife Mary, Tammy Tedrow, and Debbie Creason,
   And a host of other family and friends.
   He was also preceded in death by three siblings: Joe Taylor, Florence Mitchell, and Peggy Bishop.
   There will be a graveside funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Taylor on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 12:00 PM EST (11:00 AM CST) in the Brookside Cemetery, Main St, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. Brent Gupton will be officiating.
   The family will receive friends for a walk-through viewing and visitation on Thursday, Sept. 10, from 10:30 AM EST (9:30 AM CST) in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY.
   Serving as pallbearers will be Robby York, Chris Sexton, Ronnie Sexton, Dave DeBrot, Dwayne York, and James Arnett.
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Betty M. (Northern) Baldwin

Posted by on Sep 8, 2020

Betty M. (Northern) Baldwin

Mrs. Betty M. Northern Baldwin, 76, of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Delbert Northern and Elva Northern was born December 14th, 1943 and passed away Monday, September 7th, 2020 in Bowling Green.

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Faith Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother. She loved gospel music, tending her flowers, spending time outdoors and fishing.

She united in marriage to Danny D. Baldwin Sr. September 24th, 1970 and he preceded her in death on August 7th, 2020

Survived by three sons and one daughter: Jeff Abrams and wife Kim, Danny D. Baldwin, Jr. and wife Amy B, and Doug Baldwin and wife Amy M. all of Campbellsville. Debbie Graham and husband Sydney of Columbia.

Nine grandchildren; Tonya Abrams and Jessica Abrams of Grand Junction, Colorado, Jeff Abrams Jr., Josh Abrams and wife Kim all of Lebanon, Kim Thompson and husband Justin, Renee Baldwin and companion Hunter Butler, Caitlyn Baldwin, Travis Graham of Campbellsville and Chasity Graham of Columbia, and twelve great-grandchildren; special friends Buddy and Angie Willingham of Greensburg along with a host of other relatives and friends.

She is survived by four brothers: Dan Northern and wife Connie of West Virginia, Ray Northern and Paul Northern of Mt. Vernon, KY. Two brothers-in-law, Willard Neely and Freeman Jack Robinson of Mt. Vernon, KY.

She was preceded in death by one sister and two brothers: Irlene Neeley, Charles Northern and Reece Isaacs.

Walk through visitation is requested from 5pm-8pm, Wednesday, September 9th at the Auberry Funeral Home and Cremation Services in downtown Campbellsville.

Funeral will be 1pm, Thursday, September 10th at the Auberry Funeral Home and Cremation Services in downtown Campbellsville.

Social distancing guidelines and mask are required upon entering building.

The Staff at Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mrs. Betty M. Baldwin at our funeral home. God Bless you during this difficult time.

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Lucille Brockman

Posted by on Sep 8, 2020

Lucille Brockman of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Elmer Franklin and Elsie Keltner Franklin, was born June 30, 1919 in Taylor County, Kentucky.  She died at 12:00 A.M., Sunday, September 6, 2020 in Greensburg. Age:  101

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Bible Baptist Tabernacle.

Lucille united in marriage to Charles Brockman April 3, 1945 and he preceded her in death November 30, 2013.

She is survived by one son, Charles E. Brockman of Campbellsville; six grandchildren:

John Brockman, Robbie Brockman, Jessica Holmes, Jeremy Holmes and Donald Eugene Brockman of Campbellsville and Denise Brockman of Houston, Texas; four great-grandchildren:  Levi Brockman, Taelor Brockman and Denae Brockman of Campbellsville and Marquie Brockman of Houston, Texas; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Lucille was also preceded in death by a daughter, Sharon Sue Brockman; one granddaughter, Brittany Brockman and one brother and three sisters:  Robert Huston Franklin, Christine Eschmann, Virginia Shipp and Audrey Johnston.

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VISITATION: 10:00 – 11:00 A.M., Friday, September 11, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M. Friday, September 11, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Pastor Bob Cutler

BURIAL:  Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Howard Henry “Hook” Rice

Posted by on Sep 7, 2020

Howard Henry “Hook” Rice, 84, of Birmingham, Alabama passed away August 20, 2020 after a brief illness. Born and raised In Campbellsville, Kentucky, he was the only son of Evelyn Henry Rice and Dr. Howard Rice. He was a proud alumnus of The College of William and Mary where he was a member Of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. Howard then earned a degree from Vanderbilt Law School.

He spent 2 years in the US Army 101st Airborne Division stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky before beginning his dream career with the FBI. He worked in both Milwaukee, WI and Newark, NJ while with the FBI.

In 1969, Howard, his wife, and children moved to Montgomery, Alabama for him to take a job as head of investigations with South Central Bell. Upon retiring he worked with the state Attorney General’s office.

Hook, as he was affectionately known was an avid reader and wine connoisseur. He also enjoyed gardening and stamp collecting. But above all these interests came sports. He loved watching his children and grandchildren compete in everything from football to tennis to BMX racing.

As usual with most Kentuckians, Hook loved to watch UK basketball. If a game were not televised where he was, he would call his mother and receive a play by play over the phone.

Howard is survived by his wife of 22 years, Glenda G. Rice. His children Chris Rice (Ange), Jeff Rice (Cecile), and Evelyn Rice O’Leary (Joe). His Beloved grandchildren Taylor Rice (Krysta), Michael O’Leary, Jacob Rice, William O’Leary, Matthew Rice, and Kendall Rice. And as of August 27, 2020, great grandson Raylen James Rice!

Memorials can be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

The graveside service for Howard Henry Rice will be Saturday, September 12, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Brookside Cemetery. 

Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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Sam Tucker, 83

Posted by on Sep 7, 2020


Mr. Sam Tucker, the good-natured, fun-loving, oft-proclaimed mayor of Knifley, KY, passed from this life on Saturday, September 5, 2020 in the peaceful atmosphere of his home surrounded by the care and compassion of his family. He was born in Knifley on July 27, 1937 to the late Oconal and Gussie (Perkins) Tucker and spent the majority of his 83 years, 1 month, and 9 days on this Earth trying to make someone smile, whether they initially agreed to it or not. He was the owner and operator of Tucker’s Grocery, a retiree of General Motors, the owner and operator of a small trucking company, a beloved husband, a cherished father and grandfather, and a friend to many. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Dunbar Hill Community Church. Mr. Tucker – or Sam, as he preferred – was also an accomplished musician, having played many years in the gospel group The Green River Boys, and in Dayton, Ohio with the Knighthawks. He loved traveling the country, playing and listening to music, and spending precious time with those he cherished. His genuine smile, big heart, and small practical jokes will be remembered for generations.
   He leaves to carry his legacy:
   His wife: Mrs. Diane (Hovious) Tucker,
   Four children: Neal Tucker and wife Faye of Knifley, Nancy Tucker of Campbellsville, Sue Tucker Buley and husband David of Columbia, and Ashley Tungate and husband Buck of Elk Horn,
   Two siblings: Mae Sneed of Knifley, and Danny Tucker and wife Esther of Campbellsville, 
   Nine grandchildren: Crystal Hadley, Hannah Coyt, Eric Hovious, Chastity Lampley, Josh Streeval, James Walker, John Walker, Victoria “Peanut” Tungate, and Abby Gail “Little Bit” Tungate,
   Nineteen great-grandchildren,
   Two great-great grandchildren, with another on the way,
   A special friend: Bryant Metzler of Nashville,
   And a host of other family and friends.
   He was also preceded in death by a daughter: Connie Woodrum; four siblings: Joene Tucker, Treva Warren, Norma Jean Tucker, and Herman Tucker; and one great-grandchild.
   There will be a funeral service to honor Sam’s life on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 2:00 PM EST in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Burial will follow in the Robinson Chapel Cemetery in Knifley.
Bro. James Walker and Bro. Darrell Tucker will be officiating.
   The family will receive friends for a walk-through visitation on Tuesday, Sept. 8, from 10:30 AM EST until time for the service.
   To continue Sam’s legacy of generosity, please consider donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Those can be made in person at the funeral home, or online through the “How Can I Help” tab on the front page of this site.
   Current social distancing guidelines will be in effect. In consideration of the health of others, masks will be required upon entry.
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Shirley Jeffries

Posted by on Sep 6, 2020

Shirley Jeffries of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Arthur Bennett, Jr. and Clarice Nichols Bennett, was born February 22, 1946 in Hart County, Kentucky.  She died at 2:42 P.M., Saturday, September 5, 2020 at her residence.        Age: 74

She professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. She loved cooking for others and was known specifically for her pies.

Shirley united in marriage to Sheldon Jeffries June 13, 1964.

Besides her husband, Sheldon Jeffries, she is survived by one daughter and one son: Michelle Gribbins and husband, Jeff and Travis Jeffries and wife, Missy of Campbellsville; three grandchildren: Adam Jeffries and Brad Gribbins of Campbellsville, and Clint Reynolds and wife, Erica of Paintsville; two great-grandchildren: Shepard Reynolds and Archer Reynolds of Paintsville; one brother and two sisters: Sylvester Bennett and wife, Teri of Elizabethtown, Judy Reynolds and husband, Raymond of Horse Cave and Debra Bennett of Radcliff; two sisters-in-law: Lou Bennett of Horse Cave and Sheila Bennett of Buffalo; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Shirley was also preceded in death by a daughter, Sandra Kay Jeffries and two brothers: Eugene Bennett and Richard Bennett.

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VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE:   11:00 A.M. Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Cliff Sullivan

BURIAL: Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Metcalfe County, KY

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Summer Gray, 45

Posted by on Sep 6, 2020


Mrs. Summer Fawn Dionne Gray of Campbellsville, formerly of Tennessee, daughter of the late Charles E. and Marie A. (Moorehead) Dionne, was born in Methuen, Massachusetts on June 11, 1975. She passed from this life on Thursday, September 3, 2020 at her home, being 45 years, 2 months, and 23 days of age. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Catholic faith. Mrs. Gray was a seamstress and a homemaker, and a cherished wife, mother, and sister.
She leaves to mourn her passing:
   Her husband: Jeffery Gray of Campbellsville,
   Two children: Judith Dionne of Corbin, and Kaden Jeffrey Dionne Gray of Campbellsville,
   One sister: Mellisa Williams and husband Daniel of Tennessee,
   Her aunt and godmother: Paulette Croteau of Tennessee,
   Nieces and nephews: Kristopher C. Dionne, Shayne F. Hurney, and Patricia Curry,
   And a host of other relatives and friends.
   She will be laid to rest with her parents in the Sunrise Cemetery in Englewood, Tennessee.
   A memorial service will be announced and conducted at a later date.
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
 
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Mary Rose Murphy, 75

Posted by on Sep 6, 2020


Mary Rose Murphy, age 75 of the Sandy Y Community of Taylor County, was born April 4, 1945 in Clay County, KY and departed this life on Thursday, September 3, 2020 at her home.
          She was a former Certified Nurse Assistant, a former employee of Fruit of the Loom and Walmart and was of the Baptist Faith.
          She was the daughter of the late: James Burchell and Polly Marie (Sizemore) Murphy. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a son: James Douglas Wilhoit in 2017 and a sister: Stella Louise Murphy.
          Survivors include a son: Kevin Wilhoit and wife Kim of Campbellsville; a daughter-in-law: Connie Warren Wilhoit of Campbellsville; three sisters: Ruth Ann Mullins and Vicky Lynn Murphy both of Owingsville and Irma Sue Robison of Winchester; a brother: James Michael Murphy of Frenchburg; seven grandchildren: Jeremy Douglas Wilhoit and wife Bridgett, Jessica Lynn Lotter and husband Jeremy, Stephanie Lorene Williamson and husband Craig, Ashley Danielle Wilhoit and fiancé John Johnson, James David Wilhoit, Anthony Wayne Wilhoit and wife Elizabeth and Connor Wilhoit; ten great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
          The funeral service will be Sunday, September 6, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Murphy-Wilhoit-Lotter Cemetery in Taylor County.
          Bro. Dale Warren will be officiating.
          Family requests visitation after 11 AM Sunday until time for service at the funeral home.
 
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Tama Colleen Dixon

Posted by on Sep 6, 2020

Tama Colleen Dixon

Ms. Tama Collen Dixon, of Owensboro, Kentucky, daughter of the late Wallace Shofner and Laura Shofner was born November 18th, 1959. She departed this life on Monday, August 31st, 2020 in Owensboro at 60 years of age.
Tama was a homemaker, a great cook, she enjoyed bingo and loved spending time with her grandchildren.
She professed faith in Christ and was of Baptist faith.
Tama is survived by one son and one daughter: Dustin Dickens and fiancé Katelin Criss and Kelsey Dixon and fiancé Robert Nicholas of Owensboro; twelve grandchildren: Ariana, Jakobi, Rayshin, Kimee, Ezayah, Legacy, Legend, Marshall, Chloe, Matthew, Ella, BentLee, Carson; five sisters and two brothers: Viola Watson and husband Joe, Jane Milby and husband Bob and Kay Hatcher all of Campbellsville, Shelia Moravec of Texas, Nevon Wolf and husband George of Virginia, Dean Shofner and wife Patricia of Lexington and Scotty Shofner of Tennessee; two sisters-in laws, Carolyn Shofner of Campbellsville and Peggy Shofner of Bedford, Indiana along with a host of many other relatives and friends.
Tama was also preceded in death by three brothers and one sister: Roosevelt Shofner, Donnie Shofner, Monroe Shofner and Frances Gilpin.

The Funeral service will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, September 8th, 2020 at Auberry Funeral Home with burial to follow at Zion Cemetery.

Family request visitation 12:00 P.M. Tuesday, until the time of the service at the funeral home.

The Staff at Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Ms. Tama Collen Dixon at our funeral home. God Bless you during this difficult time.

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Wanda Mae Curtis

Posted by on Sep 2, 2020

Wanda Mae Curtis of Campbellsville, daughter of the late John F. Wright and Tommi Brown Wright, was born July 4, 1933 in Ohio County, Kentucky.  She died at 11:32 A.M., Tuesday, September 1, 2020 in Summersville.   Age:  87

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Little Flock Baptist Church in Pioneer Village.   She loved God and was a Sunday School teacher for many years.  Wanda was a life-time Weight Watchers member, an avid square dancer and a devoted wife and mother.  After moving to Campbellsville, Wanda missed her friends and neighbors on South Skyline Drive in Hillview.  Wanda enjoyed going window shopping with her granddaughters and looking at all the sparkly things.  

She united in marriage to Willard Curtis July 11, 1953 and he preceded her in death June 5, 2010.

She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Mona and Ricky Malone of Campbellsville; three grandchildren:  Liz Williams and husband, Zac and Bekah Jeffries and husband, Justin of Lexington and Chrissy Martin and husband, Saint of Richmond; two step-grandchildren:  Andrea Prewitt and husband, Tom of Massillon, Ohio and Jason Malone and special friend, Tiffany Cox of Campbellsville; four great-grandchildren:  Tre Martin and special friend, Miranda Oliver, Haley Williams, Sebastion Jeffries and Griffin Jeffries; four step-great-grandchildren:  Logan Prewitt, Taylor Prewitt, Reese Prewitt and Lane Prewitt; one brother, Carol Wright and two sisters:  Betty Moore and Opal Shroader and their families, and several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Wanda was also preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters:  Kenneth Wright, Douglas Wright, Paul Wright, Dorothy Turnbull and Peggy Zaremba and a special nephew, Marty Wright.

The Curtis family would like to express a special thanks to Janet Wright, The Wright Home, Bluegrass Way and Grandview Nursing & Rehab for loving and caring for their Mom and Meme.

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VISITATION: 5:00 – 7:00 P.M., Friday, September 4, 20202 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE:    7:00 P.M. Friday, September 4, 2020 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Rodney Booe and Bro. Phil Woods

BURIAL:   11:00 A.M., Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Brookland Cemetery in Shepherdsville, Kentucky                                         

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION OR THE PRESS ON CAMPAIGN AT LITTLE FLOCK BAPTIST CHURCH AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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