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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jul 30, 2017
 Mike Rodgers of Campbellsville, son of Mildred Baumgardner Rodgers and the late Mitchell Rodgers, was born September 12, 1957 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 8:20 A.M., Saturday, July 29, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 59
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Liberty Baptist Church.
Mike was a retired employee of Batesville Casket Co., but he also had a vast knowledge of construction and masonry work. Mike’s passion for Harley Davidson was well known by those he loved, and was evident to others with just a glance at any one of his favorite shirts. His love and devotion to his family and extended family was very obvious and the times they spent together will always be cherished memories.
He united in marriage to Cindy Gilpin October 25, 1984.
Besides his wife, Cindy Rodgers of Campbellsville, he is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Haley Rae Leigh and Jonathon Leigh; one grandson, Isaiah Leigh; his mother, Mildred Rodgers; one brother and one sister: Ricky Rodgers and wife, Ann and Carol Caldwell and husband, Tony; one brother-in-law and one sister-in-law: Bart Gilpin and wife, Candace and Marchetta Garrison and husband, Sammy of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews and many other relatives and friends.
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VISITATION: 5:00-8:00 P.M., Monday, July 31st, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by David McMahan and John Gaines
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR A CHARITY OF YOUR CHOICE AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jul 27, 2017
 Randall Leon Warren, age 60, of Louisville, was born August 15, 1956 and departed this life peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2017. Randall was a hardworking and honest man who prized his family above all else. He had an unforgettable smile and laugh. He enjoyed dancing, riding his Harley, and traveling.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary L. Warren and a step-brother: James McNear.
Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Matthew Warren, Randall C. Warren (Danielle), and Whitley Warren; grandchildren, Vincent, Giovanni, Armani, and Ava Leona; his father, Herman Warren (Flossie) of Campbellsville; his sisters and brother: Linda Riley (Steve), Brenda Roberts (Keith) of Louisville, Gayle Cox (Stevie), and Carolyn Thompson (Billy) and Roger Warren all of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends survive.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
There will be no public visitation or funeral.
This obituary is a courtesy to the family of L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Campbellsville.
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Posted by Hinton-Turner Funeral Home, Paris, KY on Jul 27, 2017
Tommy Breeding, long time Funeral Director and Embalmer, of Ravenna, formerly of Campbellsville, died Wednesday, July 26th in Richmond, after a brief illness, at the age of 78.
Tommy was born, November 17, 1938, the oldest son of the late Samuel Thomas and Margaret Sue Massie Breeding in Taylor County, Kentucky. He graduated from Adair County High School and after working various jobs, went to work for his future father-in-law, Marshall Lyon at Lyon Funeral Home in Campbellsville. On June 17, 1961 he married Elizabeth Lyon, the daughter of Marshall and Myrtle Lyon. He joined the National Guard where he served from 1962-1965 and then attended Kentucky School of Mortuary Science and after graduating in 1967, served his apprenticeship under the direction of Embry-Bosse Funeral Home in Louisville. In 1972, Tommy and Libby purchased Lyon Funeral Home from her parents where they served the Taylor County community until 1986 when they retired and sold the business to Larry DeWitt. After his retirement, they spent a lot of their time in South Florida until he took a job as a car salesman at Newcomb-Buick GMC, in Campbellsville. In 1988, he chose to return to the funeral business as manager of Lewis Funeral Home in Irvine where he worked until he retired again in 2003, and he and Libby remained in Estill County until his death. Tommy became an avid hunter, fisherman and a Trap Shooter where he won First Place in many tournaments. He was an active Mason, Shriner, and a member of the River Drive Christian Church in Irvine.
Tommy is survived by his wife of 56 years, Libby Lyon Breeding and their son, T. Breeding of Lexington and daughter, LuAnn Breeding of Winchester. Also surviving are his brother and sister, Joe Irving Breeding and his wife Becky of Montgomery, AL and Betty Lou Benningfield and her husband Richard of Glasgow, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Memorial Service for Tommy Breeding will be held on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 12:00 noon at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Columbia City Cemetery.
The family request visitation from 10:00 until 12:00 on August 2, 2017 at Lyon-Dewitt Berry Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to be donations to the Jimmy V. Foundation or the Taylor County SPCA and can be made at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home.
On line condolences may be left at: Lyon-DeWitt-Berry.com
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jul 26, 2017
Arthur G. “Art” Shields, Jr. of Campbellsville, son of the late Arthur G. Shields Sr. and Ruth Marie Ferree Shields, was born October 6, 1924 in Hardin County, Kentucky. He passed away at his home at 7:40 P.M., Tuesday, July 25, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 92
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church.
Art attended the Castle Heights Military Academy in Lebanon, Tennessee through high school. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army, entering World War II with the 45th Infantry Division. Making amphibious landings at Anzio and southern France, he fought in Sicily and Italy; through France and Belgium and into Germany, where he was stationed until the end of the war. While in Europe, he was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, the Europe Africa Ribbon with three Bronze Stars and the World War II Victory Medal.
Coming home, he attended Lees McRae Jr. College in Banner Elk, North Carolina until the start of the Korean War, when he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving with the Strategic Air Command until 1952.
He united in marriage to Florence Kidd on November 25, 1952. The couple made their home in Louisville where he worked for Ford Motor Company and attended the University of Louisville. She later preceded him in death on October 3, 2008.
In May, 1959, he joined the Tennessee Gas Transmission Company at the Gabe Plant in Green County, Kentucky retiring on January 1, 1986.
Active in the Republican Party, he never voted anything but a straight Republican ticket; and served as Co-Chairman of the Kentucky State Board of Education during the Louie B. Nunn administration. Art was a 32 Degree Mason and a member of Pitman Lodge # 124 F&AM
He is survived by one son and one daughter: William “Billy” Shields and Catherine “Cathy” Harker and husband, Ken of Campbellsville; four grandchildren: Jennifer Shields, Jaclyn Swencki and husband, Patrick of Nashville, Tennessee; Chance Harker and Kayla Harker of Campbellsville; one sister, Margaret Fox of Louisville; a sister-in-law, Blondina Wood of Campbellsville; several nephews and many great-nieces.
He was also preceded in death by one sister, Betty Jean Shields, three brothers-in-law: William Coy Kidd, Ancil Wood and Howard Fox and a sister-in-law, Patricia Kidd.
The family would like to thank Lifeline Home Health, Hosparus of Green River and a special thanks to Art’s caregivers: Patsy Bohanon, Beverly Cox and Pat Simpson.
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GRAVESIDE SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Friday, July 28, 2017 at Brookside Cemetery by Bro. Ken Forman with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO TAYLOR COUNTY SPCA AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jul 25, 2017
Mary VanCleave of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Edward Martin and Edna Mae Perkins Martin, was born November 14, 1939 in Nelson County, Kentucky. She died at 2:12 P.M., Monday, July 24, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 77
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Salem Baptist Church.
Mary was a former hairdresser having owned and operated Mary’s Beauty Salon.
She loved working in her flower beds, was an avid reader and enjoyed baking for her friends and family.
She united in marriage to Randall VanCleave July 3, 1958 and he preceded her in death May 31, 2014.
She is survived by two daughters: Gail Cochran and Sherry Matthews and husband, Tony of Campbellsville; four grandchildren: Cory Harrison of Campbellsville, Chris Harrison and wife, Megan of Columbia, Josh Cochran and fiancée, Tatem Smith of Campbellsville and Katlin Cochran of Clinton, Tennessee; four great-grandchildren: Gavin Harrison, Ava Harrison, Levi Harrison and Rhylen Smith; two brothers: Russell Martin of Campbellsville and James Martin of Hodgenville; several cousins and nieces and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by a sister, Virginia Martin.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Thursday, July 27, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Michael Goodwin
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jul 23, 2017
Maurice Wethington of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Roy Walker and Nell Scott Walker, was born November 28, 1920, in Adair County, Kentucky. She passed away peacefully at 8:33 P.M., Saturday, July 22, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 96
She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She lived a very fulfilled life and was loved and respected by all with whom she came in contact.
She professed faith in Christ and was proud to say that she was a charter member of Woodlawn Christian Church. Maurice sang with the Sonshine Girls Quartet for many years and enjoyed going to local and state conventions.
She united in marriage to Roy Wethington June 28, 1941. He preceded her in death May 27, 2006. She and her husband Roy owned and operated the Lucky Vista Motel. She was an excellent business woman and enjoyed being with people.
She was an avid bowler and loved to fish. There was always a contest between her and Roy to see who could catch the biggest fish.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Ouida and Wendell Rivers; one grandson, Damon Rivers of Campbellsville, sister–in-law, Mildred Walker of West Virginia; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
She was also preceded in death by one sister and one brother: Imogene Muncie and Glen “Brother” Walker.
VISITATION: 11:00A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Tuesday at Woodlawn Christian Church
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at Woodlawn Christian
Church by Minister Larry A. “Fella” Wilson and Dr. Ray Roberts
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery.
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WOODLAWN CHRISTIAN CHURCH
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jul 21, 2017
 Douglas Wayne “Doug” Martin, of Mt. Sherman, formerly of Campbellsville, the son of Janet Carter Edwards of Mt. Sherman and the late Maxie Martin, was born December 22, 1955 in Green County, KY and departed this life on Tuesday in Mt. Sherman at his home. He was 61 years of age.
He was a former welder, carpenter, electrician and auto body repairman.
Besides his mother he is survived by two daughters: Tammy Stearman and companion Troy Sherrard of Mt. Sherman and Tonya Roberts and husband Joe of Campbellsville; a brother and sister: Terry Martin & Joyce Satterly both of Hodgenville.
Also surviving are five grandchildren: Tiffany Clark, Tesla Stearman, Trent Roberts, Devin Roberts and Kirsten Roberts; three great-grandchildren: Gracy Clark, Annabella Harper and Jessie James Locke and a host of other relatives and friends.
Mr. Martin was also preceded in death by a grandchild: Tristian Roberts.
Cremation Rites were entrusted to L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville.
There will be no public visitation or funeral.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jul 21, 2017
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Jimmy “Beaver” Burress of Campbellsville, son of the late Leroy Burress and Archie Witham Burress, was born May 10, 1953, in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 5:45 P.M., Wednesday, July 19, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 64
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in Owenton, Kentucky.
Jimmy was a welder at Campbellsville Industries and enjoyed fishing and hunting.
He united in marriage to Susan Smith May 29, 2005.
Besides his wife, Susan Burress of Campbellsville, he is survived by one son, Scott Burress of Louisville; three step-daughters: Shara Whitley of Campbellsville, Rebecca Lockhart and husband, Dana of Versailles and Melissa Hunter and husband, Jesse of Taylorsville; four grandchildren: Beatrice Lockhart of Versailles, Micah Hunter, Asher Hunter and Nate Hunter of Taylorsville; one brother, Don Witham and wife, Betty Joyce of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Monday, July 24, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICES: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Bro. Dale Adkins
ENTOMBMENT: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Mausoleum
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jul 20, 2017
 Alicia Dale (Humphrey) Irwin (59yr.) of LeGrande, Center and Campbellsville, Kentucky, she was a lady filled with a brave and loving soul. She has a legacy that will be remembered forever. She ran to be with the Lord on the night of July 18, 2017, surrounded by loved ones & great friends. She loved the Lord with her whole heart and was a faithful servant to all. She served actively in her local church (Campbellsville Baptist Church) as a Sunday school teacher and was involved in various other ministries. Her entire career was spent serving in the medical field as a dental assistant, office manager, registration clerk & more. She actively served as EMT and hometown firefighter for many years. But most of all she served as a great Momma to all. She was a true example of how to love and walk as Jesus did (I John 2:6). This beautiful woman of God enjoyed best being outdoors with using her artistic /creative mind in making items for others.
She is survived by her daughter, Katie Snyder (Will Snyder) and son, Nate Irwin. She is also survived by sister, Lynette Powell (Tim Powell), a special niece, 2 best friends and several family members. She lives in Heaven with her parents, Lyndon Dale (Tubby) Humphrey and mother, Rita May Grubbs Humphrey. Along with several family members and friends. We ask for no need of flowers, but that you can donate to the www.youcaring.com/aliciairwin-880092 which will be money that her kids with use for all needs that leave a good legacy and donated to special causes my mom supported (CBC Jail Ministry, CBC Single Mom’s ministry and Cancer society). We also ask for stories, pictures and great memories to share with her children. We are reminded of the Lord’s promises in Isaiah 41:10, death did not win for one second. Momma, you are a good, good Momma and you taught us how to be stronger all the way. You showed us great strength and courage from the Lord (Joshua 1:9). Thank you to all for prayers and loving our Momma well.
Visitation will be held from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M., (EST), Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Campbellsville Baptist Church (CBC) in Campbellsville
Celebration of Life Service will be held at 4:00 P.M. (EST), Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Campbellsville Baptist Church (CBC) in Campbellsville
PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jul 20, 2017
Danny Boyd Harrison, Sr. died peacefully in his home on July 19, 2017 in Shelbyville, Kentucky due to complications related to pancreatic cancer. He was 67.
Mr. Harrison was born on November 12, 1949 in Campbellsville, Kentucky to Merlin and Lola Harrison who preceded him in death. Danny was united in marriage on August 7, 1970 to Joyce Elaine Riggs.
He professed faith in Christ and was member of Shelbyville First Baptist Church, he was ordained as a deacon at Lowell Avenue Baptist Church. Danny was a twenty-five year Blue Lodge Freemason and a member of Elkhorn Lodge #568. Until retiring in January 2017 he was employed at JCIM in Louisville, Kentucky and previously at ThyssenKrupp Budd in Shelbyville, Batesville Casket Company and Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville.
Mr. Harrison is survived by his wife, Joyce Elaine Harrison; son and daughter-in-law, Danny Harrison, Jr. and wife, Ammy of Simpsonville; granddaughter, Meredith Harrison; two sisters: Carolyn Walters and Judy Harrison of Campbellsville; one niece, Robin Simms and husband, David of Campbellsville; several cousins including a special cousin, Tammie Baumgardener of Campbellsville and many other friends and relatives.
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VISITATION: 12:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M., Saturday, July 22nd, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Dr. R. Maurice Hollingsworth with Masonic Last Rites being conducted
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO KOSAIR CHARITIES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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