Dorothy Neal, Age 83

Posted by on Oct 18, 2017

Dorothy Jean Neal, 83 years, 4 months and 4 days of age, of Campbellsville, died Wednesday, October 18, 2017, in Edmonton, KY after an extended illness.

Dorothy Neal was born in Maury County, Tennessee on June 14, 1934, the daughter of the late Robert Jefferson and Lula Staggs Young.  Prior to her retirement she worked at ABC Daycare for 18 years where she loved being with children.  She was a member of Elkhorn Tabernacle.

She is survived by her husband, Allen (Bob) Neal of Campbellsville, a daughter, Cindy Branham of Columbia and a son Ken Neal and his wife Melinda of Campbellsville.  She is also survived by 4 grandchildren, Wesley Branham, Justin Branham, Ivy Paige Neal and Lily May Neal and two great grandchildren Aaron Branham and Jayden Branham.

Funeral services for Dorothy Neal will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 20, 2017 at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral with Bro. Charles Russell Cox officiating.   Burial will follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

The family requests visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 19th, at the Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home.

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Eugene Ray Gray, 77

Posted by on Oct 15, 2017

Mr. Eugene Ray Gray, age 77, of Campbellsville, died on Saturday, October 14, 2017 in Lexington at the UK Medical Center. Eugene was born February 9, 1940 to the late Joe and Helen (Watson) Gray. He professed faith in Christ and attended Elkhorn Baptist Church. Eugene worked for a furniture company and later opened South Campbellsville Wood Shop, where he made reproduction cherry furniture and enjoyed fishing and was especially fond of spending time with his grandchildren.
Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers, Bobby Gray and Joe Gray, Jr.
He is survived by:
His wife: Wanda (Lawson) Gray,
A daughter: Jennifer Bell and husband Robbie of Campbellsville,
A son: Timothy Partridge and wife Kaye of Florida,
Eight grandchildren: Ryan Tungate, Jenna Tungate and Kayden Bell, all of Campbellsville, Anthony Bell of Lebanon, Robbie Bell, Jr. and LaDenna Bell, both of Russell Springs, Brandon Partridge and wife Cayla, and Brandi Trimble and husband Kyle of Florida,
Three great-grandchildren: Jayden and Lane of Russell Springs, and Ava of Florida,
One sister: Betty Cox of Florida,
His mother-in-law: Laura Lawson of Campbellsville, a sister-in-law: Ruth Gray of Campbellsville, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Gray on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 11:00 AM EST (10:00 AM CST) in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, Ky. Bro. Haywood Riner will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Brookside Cemetery, W. Main St, Campbellsville, KY.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, October 16, after 5:00 PM EST.
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of Gideon Bibles. Those can be purchased in person or over the phone at the funeral home.

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Audrey Edith Barnes Smith

Posted by on Oct 14, 2017

Audrey Edith Barnes Smith of Campbellsville, daughter of the late William Barnes and Mattie Harmon Barnes, was born May 30, 1924, in Adair County, Kentucky. She died at 1:15 A.M., Saturday, October 14, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 93
While living in the Shiloh community she assisted in Vacation Bible School at Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church for several years and enjoyed going to church. She professed faith in Christ and recently attended East Campbellsville Church of God. Outside of farm work and her enjoyment of stripping tobacco Audrey had a skill for making various Ceramic items and operated her own shop. Her love of ceramic was obvious by the dozens of pieces in her home.
Audrey was a former employee of a Defense Plant in Cincinnati and inspected Piston Rings and Parachutes.
She united in marriage to Elwood Lee Smith August 26, 1947 and he preceded her in death December 24, 1984.
She is survived by two sons: Gregory Lee Smith and wife, Betty and Doug Smith of Campbellsville: six grandchildren: Stacy Dempsey of Rineyville, Byron Smith of Clarksville, Indiana, Corey Smith of Lebanon, Benjamin Smith and girlfriend, Rachel Gupton and her two children, Knox and Rylee Beasley of Indiana, Matthew Smith and girlfriend, Julie Kuzlik of Campbellsville and Mark Smith and wife, Nancy of Oak Harbor, Washington; eight great-grandchildren: Alissa Smith of Indianapolis, Indiana, Gavin Dempsey of Rineyville, Cole Smith of Lebanon, Castiel Smith, Ronan Smith, Joleene Smith and Nitto Smith of Oak Harbor, Washington and Adrian Edelen of Campbellsville; two sisters: Marie Gupton of Campbellsville and Alta Adams of Middletown, Ohio; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by two brothers and one sister: Aubra Lyle (Tino) Barnes, Junior Barnes and Ochila Willis.

VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Monday, October 16, 2017

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Roger Wolfe

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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Louise Mardis Bohanon

Posted by on Oct 13, 2017

Louise Mardis Bohanon of Campbellsville, daughter of the late James H. Mardis and Dellie Sullivan Mardis, was born December 9, 1929, in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 9:42 P.M., Thursday, October 12, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 87
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of First United Methodist Church.
Louise was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville.
She united in marriage to Vernon Bohanon March 31, 1945 and he preceded her in death on September 28, 2008.
She is survived by one son, Perry K. Bohanon of Elsmere, Kentucky; two grandchildren: Stephen Kent Bohanon and Katie Renee Morgan and husband, Cameron of Lawrenceburg; two great-grandsons: Abel Kent Bohanon and Cole Matthew Morgan; one brother and two sisters: Thomas Mardis, Bernice Bowen and husband, J. R. and Betty Stearman of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by one brother and two sisters: Charles Mardis, Leola Sallee and Lela Harmon.
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VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Monday, October 16, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Monday, October 16, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Ron Young
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

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Janet Carter Martin Edwards, 83

Posted by on Oct 11, 2017

Mrs. Janet (Carter) Martin Edwards of Hodgenville was born on February 15, 1934 to the late Sidney L. and Lura Ethel (Atwell) Carter. She departed this life on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at the Sunrise Manor in Hodgenville being 83 years, 7 months, and 26 days of age.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a son: Douglas Martin in 2017 and a husband, Maxie Eudell Martin, Later, she married David Edwards, who also preceded her is death.

She leaves to mourn her passing:

Two children: Terry L. Martin of Hodgenville, and Joyce Satterly of Hodgenville,

Seven brothers and sisters: Hugh Carter of Hodgenville, Tommy Carter of Hodgenville, James Carter of Hodgenville, Shirley Warren of Louisville, Freddy Carter of Hodgenville, Robert Peace of Hodgenville, and James Peace, Jr. of Elizabethtown,

Four grandchildren,

Two great-grandchildren and a host of other family and close friends.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Edwards on Friday, October 13, 2017 at 1:00 PM EST (12:00 PM CST) in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Burial will follow in the Old Mt. Sherman Cemetery, Larue County.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, October 13, from 11:00 AM EST (10:00 AM CST) until time for the funeral.

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Eva Deener

Posted by on Oct 9, 2017

Eva Deener of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Garrett Sanders Hedgespeth and Harriet Edna Bennett Hedgespeth, was born August 10, 1915, in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 1:36 P.M., Saturday, October 7, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 102
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church.
Eva united in marriage to Walter Deener August 27, 1932 and he preceded her in death April 17, 1987.
She had a servant heart and would always greet you with a smile.
She is survived by one daughter, Christine Hall of Campbellsville; one grandson, David Hall and wife, Donna of Campbellsville; one grandson-in-law, Donald Weeks of Indiana; one great-granddaughter, Chloe Eva Hall of Campbellsville; two brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law: W.H. Morris of Louisville, Oralee Morris and Colby and Gloria Deener of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Dr. Bobbie Jean Hall December 28, 2013, a grandson, Stephen Hall December 4, 1964 and a son-in-law, Rev. Gene Hall on August 9, 2014.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Thursday, October 12, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Dr. Mike O’Neal
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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Frances McVay Russell Sprowles

Posted by on Oct 9, 2017

Frances McVay Russell Sprowles of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Winslow Nelson McVay and Lula Pearl Holt McVay, was born April 20, 1928 in Taylor County, Kentucky.
She died at 10:29 P.M., Saturday, October 7, 2017 in Campbellsville. Age: 89
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of First United Methodist Church.
Frances was a people person and enjoyed attending church programs with family and friends.
After moving to Bluegrass Way, she was eagerly involved in the many activities offered, especially the morning devotionals, bingo and rook. When she was able, she enjoyed feeding the birds and working in her flowers and had always had a green thumb. She was an avid UK fan and wouldn’t miss a game on TV; she even dressed up for them. She also enjoyed traveling with her husband of thirty-one years, George and family. After his death, she looked forward to being reunited with him.
Frances united in marriage to George H. Sprowles on September 1, 1973. He preceded her in death on June 5, 2004 and she loved him dearly until her death.
She is survived by one daughter and three sons: Lana Helm and husband, David, Mike Russell and wife, Joyce, Stephen Russell and wife, Linda and Eddie Sprowles and wife, Vickie of Campbellsville; six grandchildren: Shana Crabtree and husband, Allen, Dana Dudgeon and husband, David, Brian Helm and wife, Marcie, Isaac Russell and wife, Rebekah, Bridget Helm, and Trevor Sprowles; seven great-grandchildren: Molly Crabtree, Colin Helm, Andrew Helm, Aidan Cox, Ethan Cox, Keegan Cox, and Avery Cox; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
She was also preceded in death by a son, Bobby Sprowles, and two sisters and a brother: Dorothy McVay Richerson, Ella McVay Moss, and Russell McVay.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Thursday, October 12, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Dr. Neil Salvaterra and Rev. Mitch Ash
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery

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Sandra Dee Mills, 52

Posted by on Oct 7, 2017

Mrs. Sandra Dee Mills passed away on Friday, October 6, 2017 at her home in Campbellsville after an illness. Born on February 23, 1965 in Ft. Thomas, KY to Frank Mills, Jr. and the late Carolyn (Woolum) Mills, she was 52 years, 7 months, and 13 days of age. She was a Regional Director of the Texas Medical Diagnostic Center and was a proud mother and grandmother. She professed faith in Christ and was of the Pentecostal faith. She loved spending time with her family, and often took them on shopping excursions, camping, fishing, or anything else she could think of to bring everyone together. Handyman General Contractor at home improvement projects, she also found solace in nature, and was gifted at making flower arrangements or other crafts.

She leaves to cherish her memory:

Four children: Kimberly Sims of Campbellsville, Brandon Sears and wife Dana of Elizabethtown, Jennifer Sears of Campbellsville, and Casey Sears of Campbellsville,

Her father: Frank Mills, Jr. of Eddy, Texas,

Four siblings: Herma Turner and husband Bob of Texas, Charles Mills and wife Lavita of Arkansas, Maggie Maddox of Covington, and Rebecca Traylor and husband Jeff of Elsmere,

Six grandchildren (with a seventh on the way),

And a host of extended family and friends.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Mills on Sunday, October 8, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. Bob Turner will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Brookside Cemetery, West Main St, Campbellsville, KY.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, Oct. 8, from 12:00 noon until time for the service.

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Donald Penn Gaines

Posted by on Oct 6, 2017

Donald Penn Gaines of Campbellsville, son of the late Lee Gaines and Lorena Russell Gaines, was born April 16, 1939, in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at the age of 78.
He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Mannsville.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Arthur “A.R.” Russell Gaines and his wife, Betty Ann and a step-daughter, Deidre Beene.
He joined the Kentucky National Guard while still in high school and served for eight years. He attended Falls Business College in Nashville, Tennessee and after coming back to Campbellsville, worked at Citizens Bank. He later started working at Production Credit. He appraised real estate for First Federal Bank (now Community Trust Bank) for more than thirty years and also served on their Board for twenty-one years. He also served as City Clerk from 1980 – 1990. He has built and sold more than forty houses.
Donald was a member of the Elk Horn Masonic Lodge # 568 F & AM and was also active in the Shriners. He served on the Taylor County Conservation District Board for thirty-seven years and also served two terms as a Commissioner in the Kentucky Soil and Water Conservation Commission from 1997 – 2005.
Donald’s passion for farming has existed for as long as he can remember. He has owned and operated farms in Taylor, Adair, Green, Clinton and Casey Counties and his farm enterprises included tobacco, corn, soybeans and beef cattle.
He is survived by his wife of thirty-five years, Carolyn; daughter, Delia Williams (Doug); one step-daughter, Stephanie Turner Kearney (Michael) of Grosbeck, Texas;
five step-grandchildren: Kevin Williams (Jen), Alex (Bethany), Alex Beene, Allison Kearney and Jordan Kearney; one step-son-in-law, Anthony Beene; one brother and one sister; David Gaines (Betty Sue) of Frankfort and Margaret Fain (Bernard) of Campbellsville.
He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and friends.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Saturday, October 7, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Sunday, October 8, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Don Gowin
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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David Cable

Posted by on Oct 6, 2017

David Cable of Campbellsville, son of the late John B. Cable and Mary Ellen Cave Cable, was born October 13, 1951, in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 2:40 P.M., Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in Louisville. Age: 65
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Meadowview Baptist Church where he served 28years working as a Custodian, Sunday School Teacher, Trustee and Deacon.
He served his country honorably in the United States Army. After returning from his tour of duty in the army, David spent the next 45 years working at Green River Ford, Alex Montgomery and Don Franklin in the parts departments.
David lived a life of dedication and devotion, a life firmly grounded in his walk with Christ as made manifest in the generosity and loyalty he gave to his relationships with his family and friends. David was deeply committed to his wife, Debbie and their son, Jason. His life was one of discipline and purpose; balanced with compassion and a fun loving, upbeat, optimistic spirit.
He loved the Louisville Cardinals, Richard Petty and Nascar.
David united in marriage to Debbie Swafford May 11, 1974.
Besides his wife, Debbie Cable, he is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Jason and Cindy Cable; one granddaughter, Mariah Cable; two step-granddaughters: Megan Shively and Sydney Shively; one step great-grandson, KeKe Miller, all of Campbellsville; two brothers and one sister: Thomas Lee Cable and wife, Vicky of Atlanta, Georgia, John D. Cable and wife, Debby of Bowling Green and Anna Sue Wheatley and husband, Cleve of Campbellsville;
several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Sunday, October 8, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Monday, October 9, 2017 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Brent Gupton and Dr. James E. Jones
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY ARE REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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