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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 27, 2019

Kay Shipp of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Chester Arthur Benningfield and Ivan Martin Benningfield, was born November 7, 1940, in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 10:05 P.M., Tuesday, November 26, 2019 in Campbellsville. Age: 79
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
Kay was a retired employee of Citizens Bank and Trust Company after forty-four years of service where she was Head Cashier and Assistant Vice President.
Her love of farming started at a young age as she and her sisters would milk before school in the mornings. She continued farming throughout her life and especially enjoyed caring for the calves on the family farm.
She united in marriage to Willie Ray Shipp June 2, 1963 and he preceded her in death March 23, 2011.
She is survived by two sons: Louis Shipp and David Shipp and wife, Janice of Campbellsville; one granddaughter, Annie Kay Shipp of Campbellsville; two step-grandchildren: Natalie Sallee and husband, Arron of California and Andrew Bowen and wife, Brandy of Magnolia; four step-great-grandchildren: Presley Sallee and Carter Sallee of California, Candace Burk and husband, Dylan of Ft. Knox and Ellie Bowen of Magnolia; one sister, Doris Jean Price of Greensburg; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Kay was also preceded in death by two sisters: Shirley Bennett October 9, 2014 and Christine Benningfield October 3, 2018.
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VISITATION: 4:00 – 8:00 P.M., Saturday, November 30, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. John Butler
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 23, 2019

Lucille Ryder of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Henry Harrison and Dolly Dehoney Harrison, was born July 25, 1920 in Adair County, Kentucky. She died at 6:20 A.M., Saturday, November 23, 2019 in Campbellsville. Age: 99
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Robinson Creek Baptist Church.
Lucille worked hard most of her life as a homemaker, seamstress and curtain maker.
She united in marriage to Melvin Graham who preceded her in death and later united in marriage to Thornton Ryder who also preceded her in death.
She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Lloyd and Janet Graham of Argyle, Texas; one grandson, William Harrison Graham and wife, Jessica of Texas and two great-grandchildren: Harrison Thomas Graham and Brooke Lynn Graham; friend and caretaker, Brenda Caldwell of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Lucille was also preceded in death by three brothers: Woodruff Harrison, Woodrow Harrison and Dehoney Harrison.
VISITATION: 11:00 A.M -1:00 P.M., Monday
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Monday, November 25, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Jim Durham
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 22, 2019

Curtis Bond of Campbellsville, son of the late Harvey Bond and Myrtle Jennings Bond, was born July 25, 1941 in Rockcastle County, Kentucky. He died at 12:40 A.M., Friday, November 22, 2019 in Campbellsville. Age: 78
Curtis professed faith in Christ, loved the Lord and his family and was a member of Elk Horn Baptist Church.
He was a retired employee of Mosler Safe Company and loved “cracking safes”.
He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing, hunting, woodworking and storytelling.
Curtis united in marriage to Velma Allen June 2, 1962.
Besides his wife, Velma Allen Bond, he is survived by two daughters: Debbie Jones and husband, Jimmy and Gina Byrd and husband, Donnie Wayne; one granddaughter, Sara Gilpin Mardis and husband, Justin; one step-granddaughter, Ginny Lynn Byrd; one great-granddaughter, Addi Grace Mardis, all of Campbellsville; one brother, Victor Bond and wife, Millie of Mt. Vernon; several nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
Curtis was also preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters: Thurman Bond, Robert Bond, Isabelle Marler, Deloris Weaver and Loretta Winkler.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Sunday, November 24, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home and from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Monday, November 25, 2019 at Elk Horn Baptist Church
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Monday, November 25, 2019 at Elk Horn Baptist Church in Campbellsville by Dr. Brian Rafferty, Rev. Eddie Finn, Bro. Joey Hicks and Rev. Haywood Riner
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER OR ELK HORN BAPTIST CHURCH BUILDING FUND AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 22, 2019
Mr. Howard Edward “Grady” Caldwell of Campbellsville was born on December 26, 1947 to the late James “Jim” and Clora Mae (Spurling) Caldwell. He departed this life on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at his home, being 71 years, 10 months, and 26 days of age. He was a retiree of Parker-Kalon, and the beloved husband to Mrs. Mary (Porter) Caldwell, who survives.
Mr. Caldwell enjoyed working with his hands and was a talented small engine mechanic. In his younger years, he was instrumental in helping his brother compete in motorcycle drags. He also loved spending time at home with his family – especially when they could watch the University of Louisville Cardinals.
Besides his wife, Mrs. Mary Caldwell, he leaves to cherish his memory:
Three children: Andrea Lynn Caldwell of Louisville, Latonya Broadnax of Indiana, and John Vernon Caldwell of Campbellsville,
Two siblings: Margie Durham of Campbellsville, and James Caldwell of Campbellsville,
Five grandchildren,
And a host of other family and friends.
He was also preceded in death by a sister, Nell Groves.
The eulogy will be delivered at 4:00 PM on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Campbellsville. Family and friends are invited to stay after to share memories and stories.
At the request of Mr. Caldwell, cremation rites will be accorded him after the service.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 21, 2019

Silas “Buddy” Harris of Campbellsville was born December 29, 1934, in Taylor County, Kentucky. He was the son of the late Silas Harris, Sr. and Ermine Nelson Harris. He departed this life at 5:22 P.M., Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at Jewish Hospital in Louisville at the age of 84.
Buddy professed faith in Christ and was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church. He was a previous member of Campbellsville Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and worked in the preschool ministry. He had also been an active member of the Emmaus Community.
He was a retired employee of Kentucky Utilities Company.
Buddy united in marriage to Mildred Sue Richerson February 17, 1957 and she preceded him in death March 23, 2016. He was a devoted husband and enjoyed spending time with her and their many friends. He was also a loving father and a proud Pappaw to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who were a delight to him.
He is survived by three sons and two daughters: Tim Harris and wife, Debbie and Mike Harris of Campbellsville, Karen Edwards and husband,Kelvin of Summersville, Jenny Houk and her husband, Joey of Greensburg and Wynn Harris and wife, Stephanie of Lexington; eight grandchildren: Kalie Edwards-Crowder of Summersville, Erin Beth Harris of Elizabethtown, Sarah Houk- Hayes and husband, Jason of Campbellsville, Kaitlyn Edwards-Taylor and husband, Alex of Greensburg, Lacy Harris of Campbellsville, Stephen Houk and wife, Jossie of Greensburg, Mason Harris and Kaden Harris of Lexington. Buddy was also blessed with four four great-grandchildren: Madeline Crowder, Griffin Hayes, Jacob Hayes and Deacon Taylor; several nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
Buddy was also preceded in death by a brother, James Harris.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Friday, November 22, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, November 23, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Kelvin Edwards
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 20, 2019

Gertrude Haynes of Campbellsville, daughter of the late James E. Wright and Lou Elmer Judd Wright, was born August 3, 1926 in Green County, Kentucky. She died at 12:55 A.M., Wednesday, November 20, 2019 in Campbellsville. Age: 93
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Salem Baptist Church.
She united in marriage to George Lewis Haynes October 10, 1942 and he preceded her in death April 19, 2009.
Gertrude was a loving mother, wife and grandmother who enjoyed cooking for her family and loved caring for all children. She took in a niece and nephew as their own after their mother’s passing.
She is survived by two sons: Raymond Lewis Haynes and wife, Mildred and Gordon Haynes of Campbellsville; one daughter-in-law, Suellen Haynes of Louisville; five grandchildren: Chad Haynes and wife, Amanda of Auburn, Amber Hill and husband, Dartanya II of Louisville, Keith Wilcoxson, Jamie Morris and husband, Keith and Ronnie Wilcoxson and wife, Jonie of Campbellsville; twelve great-grandchildren: Arik Haynes, Wesley Haynes and Rebecca Haynes of Auburn, Dartanya Sir Holland Hill, III of Louisville, Jonathan Rogers and wife, Tasha, Kristen Rogers, Lucian Dile, Shreve Dile, Vera Wilcoxson, Jeremy Wilcoxson, Dalton Wilcoxson and wife, Renae and Lakeisha Wilcoxson of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
Gertrude was also preceded in death by two sons: Edward Lee Haynes June 28, 2019 and Marvin Haynes July 14, 2017; a foster son, James Wilcoxson and two brothers and two sisters: William Wright, Hop Wright, Beth Shofner and Vera Wilcoxson.
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VISITATION: 4:00 – 8:00 P.M., Thursday, November 21, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 3:00 P.M., Friday, November 22, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. John Butler
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER OR GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 19, 2019

Frances Waymon Pelston of Elk Horn, daughter of the late Edgar Wethington and Imelda Jane Wethington, was born April 23, 1938 in Casey County, Kentucky. She died at 7:17 P.M., Monday, November 18, 2019 in Elk Horn. Age: 81
She was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Frances enjoyed gardening, working in flowers, riding side-by-sides and just being outdoors. She also loved spending time with her family.
She united in marriage to Harold Waymon October 21, 1957 and he preceded her in death March 23, 2013.
She later united in marriage to Shelby Pelston February 14, 2015.
Besides her husband, Shelby Pelston of Elk Horn, Frances is survived by one son and two daughters: Michael Waymon and wife, Lois of Winchester, Cindy Nelson and companion, Allen Dudgeon of Campbellsville and Angie Waymon Shuffett of Elk Horn; three step-children: Debbie Atkins and husband, Mark, Darrell Pelston and Stevie Pelston and wife, Beth Ann of Columbia; five grandchildren: Kevin Nelson of Louisville, Jessica Hedgespeth and husband, Bobby of Campbellsville, Michael Lindsey Waymon and wife, Tiffany of Central City, Brooke Reece and husband, Matt of Columbia and John Shuffett of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania; five step-grandchildren: Crystal Pelston Tucker, Dustin Pelston, Tyler Pelston and Aiden Pelston of Columbia and Matt Pelston and wife, Leslie of Edmonton; twelve great-grandchildren: Dalton Young, Austin Demers, Sierra Demers, Ami Reece, Jacob Nelson, Luke Nelson, Daniel Nelson, Chase Thomas Hedgespeth, Maykalee Decker, Brody Tucker, Brynlee Waymon and Zeke Waymon; three sisters: Vera Campbell of Campbellsville, Louise Bricken and husband, John of Louisville and Cathy Tapscott and fiancée, Billy Gumm of Greensburg; several nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
Frances was also preceded in death by three brothers and one sister: Malcolm Wethington, Lawrence Wethington, Patrick Wethington and Anna Catherine Wethington.
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VISITATION: 4:00 – 8:00 P.M., Thursday, November 21, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
PRAYER SERVICE: 5:30 P.M., Thursday, November 21, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 12:00 Noon, Friday, November 22, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Fr. Saju Vadakumpadan
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
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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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 15, 2019
Rev. Carol G. Perkins, the son of the late Riley and Pernie Perkins, was born Monday, July 15, 1940 in Taylor County, KY and departed this life on Thursday, November 14, 2019 in Campbellsville at his home.
He was 79 years and 4 days of age.
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was called into the ministry as a pastor in the Separate Baptist Church, having served as pastor of Flatwoods in Columbia, Holy Temple in Albany and Victory Church in Campbellsville and was one of the founders of Campbellsville Separate Baptist Church. He was a retired employee of Parker-Kalon in Campbellsville, where he was a tool and die maker. He loved visiting and meeting new people everywhere he went, he never met a stranger.
He enjoyed making knives, photography, grafting apple trees and spending time with family and friends and playing with his dogs.
He united in marriage on August 12, 1962 to Carol Ann Tungate Perkins, who survives.
Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter: Tina Perkins-Draper and husband Dennis of Campbellsville; four grandchildren: Aaron Brock and wife Elesha, Mackenzie Brock and wife Jessika, Kansas Riley Gutierrez and husband Alex and Wayne Draper; ten great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Rev. Perkins, was also preceded in death by four sisters: Margaret Wilson, Dorthea Read, Frances Hayes and Linda Cox and a brother: Clyde Perkins.
The funeral service for Rev. Carol G. Perkins will be Monday, November 18, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. EST in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens. Bro. Clifton Cowan and Bro. Roger Peak will be officiating.
Pallbearers: Dwayne Cox, Richard Chelf, Lonnie Farmer, Mike Bennett, Randy Reece and Billy Wilson.
Honorary Pallbearers: Travis Keltner, Bobby Cave, Lonzo Wiggington, John Sanders, Glen Parker and Hack Marcum
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 14, 2019
Mrs. Dortha Ellen (Rich) Hoosier of Campbellsville passed from this life on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at the Taylor Regional Hospital. Born on January 18, 1935 to the late Louie S. and Birtie Matilda (Davis) Rich, she was 84 years, 9 months, and 26 days of age. Mrs. Hoosier had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. Her kind and gentle spirit will greatly missed and cherished for generations.
She leaves to mourn her passing:
Six children: Kathy Abston of Greensburg, and Carol Cox, Lois Hoosier, Joyce Sherrill and fiancé James McFarland, Daniel Hoosier and wife Lisa, all of Campbellsville, and Brenda Williamson of Greensburg,
Seven siblings: Kenneth Rich, Hubert Rich, Willard Rich, Donnie Rich, David Rich, Maggie Gentry, and Flossie Martin,
Eighteen grandchildren,
And a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by a son, Robert Dean Hoosier, and a grandchild, James Ervin Hoosier.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Hoosier on Sunday, November 17, 2019 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Burial will follow in the Barnett’s Creek Cemetery, 1342 Barnetts Creek Rd, Columbia, KY.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, November 16, from 5:00-8:00 PM.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 12, 2019
Donna Ann Corbin of Campbellsville, daughter of Sheraline Cox and the late John Wise, was born January 8, 1960 in Campbellsville, Kentucky. She died on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 after battling pancreatic cancer. She was age 59.
Donna was a strong woman of God and a lifetime member of Stoner Creek United Methodist Church. She loved her church family and serving the Lord. She blessed many through the years with her card ministry. In addition to her faith, Donna’s family and children were her main priority. She served for years as a Girl Scout Troop leader, Sunday School teacher, youth group leader and homeschooled her children.
She was known for her creativity, from scrapbooking to decorating, wreath making and cake decorating.
She was an employed by H & O Transport since the age of eighteen.
Donna and her husband, Tommy Corbin, were together for over forty-two years – since their junior prom. They united in marriage on May 6, 1981.
Donna is survived by her mother and step-father, Sheraline and James Cox; husband, Tommy Corbin; two children: Trista Corbin Moss and husband, Ryan of Bardstown and Thomas “Blake” Corbin and wife, Jamie of Campbellsville; grandchildren: Cora Moss, Aria Corbin and two grandchildren on the way and many other relatives, church family and friends.
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VISITATION: 4:00 – 8:00 P.M., Friday, November 15, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home and from 9:00 – 11:00 A.M., Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Stoner Creek United Methodist Church at Acton Campground
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Stoner Creek United Methodist Church at Acton Campground by Rev. John Hall
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THAILAND METHODIST MISSIONS AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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