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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Dec 23, 2016
William Toy “Tweetie” Powell, Jr. of Campbellsville, son of the late William Toy Powell, Sr. and Ida Betsy Stone Powell, was born January 3, 1933, in Union County, Kentucky. He died at 12:59 P.M., Thursday, December 22, 2016 in Campbellsville. Age: 83
He was of the Holiness faith and attended Jesus Name Church.
He served his country honorable in the United States Navy.
Tweetie was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville and he and Betty spent many years as caretakers of Miller Park. He was also the owner of Powell’s Coating.
He united in marriage to Betty Yates September 2, 1969.
Besides his wife, Betty Powell of Campbellsville, he is survived by four sons and three daughters: William Toy “Butch” Powell, III and wife, Ashley of Greensburg, Danny Lee Powell and wife, Dorothy Jean and Kalah Brann and husband, Bruce of Henderson and LaRhonda Webb and husband, Danny Joe and Debbie Sharp of Campbellsville, Steve Sharp and wife, Tina of Henderson and Terry Sharp and wife, Edna of Lebanon; ten grandchildren: Shiann Powell and Cheryl Brockman of Campbellsville, Madelyn Powell, Addison Powell and Daniel Joseph Webb of Greensburg, Jason Brann, Phillip Brann, Sara Nordhoff and Christy Lyons of Henderson and Linda Totten of Roberts; four step-grandchildren: Jennifer Sharp of Henderson, Amanda Morris of Evansville, Indiana, Michael Lowery of Florence and Adam Pittman of Lebanon; sixteen great-grandchildren; two sisters: Claudia Mortis and Betty Stone of Corydon; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Tweetie was also preceded in death by a grandson, Joshua Brann and two brothers and two sisters: Marshall Powell, Reuben Powell, Jewell Roy and Florence Wilson.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. David Stone, Rev. Tommy Stone and Elder Reual Boils
BURIAL:Jesus Name Church Cemetery
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Dec 23, 2016
James A. Morrison of Campbellsville, son of the late John Morrison and Tiny O. “Dessie” Wright Morrison, was born October 2, 1923, in Cumberland County, Kentucky. He died at 12:25 A.M., Thursday, December 22, 2016 in Campbellsville. Age: 93
He was a veteran of World War II having served his country honorably in the United States Army as a Mess Sergeant in the European Theater.
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Elk Horn United Methodist Church.
James was a retired rural letter carrier for the U. S. Postal Service and former owner and operator of Discount Used Cars.
He united in marriage to Madeline Burress January 16, 1950. She preceded him in death December 23, 2012.
James was a hard working man who was a mainstay to all his family and will be remembered fondly and missed greatly.
He is survived by two sons: Ronnie Morrison of Louisville and John Morrison and wife, Elizabeth of Campbellsville; three grandchildren: Felicia Schultz and Katie Morrison of Louisville and Wes Morrison of Campbellsville; three step-grandchildren: Jacob Blevins, Joseph Blevins and Julie Blevins; two brothers and one sister: Billy Morrison and wife, Josephine and Nancy Baldock Overton and husband, R. J. of Campbellsville, Howard Morrison and wife, Sharon of Topanga Canyon, California; one brother-in-law, Allen L. Burress of Campbellsville; three sisters-in-law: Stella Morrison of Campbellsville, Eula Morrison of Albany and Cleo Burress of Mt. Washington; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
James was also preceded in death by three brothers: Charles Morrison, Edward Morrison and Elton “Chief” Morrison.
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VISITATION: 5:00 -8:00 P.M., Monday, December 26, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Ronnie Dooley and Dr. William Davenport
BURIAL: Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 21, 2016
 Mr. John Lanis Goode of Campbellsville, son of the late John and Nellie (Hoosier) Goode, was born in Taylor County on October 19, 1951. He departed this life on Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at the Hosparus Care Center in Louisville, being 65 years, 2 months, and 1 day of age. Mr. Goode professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. He worked in the heating and air conditioning industry until his health failed. Mr. Goode loved to laugh and always looked for the best in any situation. His gentle and kind spirit will be dearly missed.
He leaves to cherish his memory:
Two sisters: Maxine Blankenship of Campbellsville, and Patty Sullivan and husband Dempsey of Lebanon,
A close friend and companion: Brenda Emerson of Campbellsville,
Several nieces and nephews, including Gavin Sullivan of Lebanon, Marie Daugherty and husband Bill of Bardstown, Lora Montgomery and husband Ricky of Russell Springs, Tom Russell and wife Kim of Campbellsville, Ricky Gabehart and fiancé Mary Wesley of Campbellsville, Billy Dickens of Green County, and Susan Reardon of Campbellsville,
Great-nephews: Dustin Montgomery and Kyle Montgomery of Russell Springs,
And a host of other family and friends.
He was also preceded in death by a sister, Mary Ellen Dickens.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Goode on Friday, December 23, 2016 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. David Wray will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 3878 Greensburg Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, Dec. 22, from 5:00-8:00 PM.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Dec 21, 2016
Carroll Benningfield of Campbellsville, son of the late Clarence Benningfield and Jessie E. Page Benningfield, was born August 16, 1945, in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 12:05 A.M., Wednesday, December 21, 2016 in Campbellsville. Age: 71
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church.
Carroll was an avid farmer, a member of the Taylor County Cattleman’s Association and loved working with his Angus cattle. He was owner and operator of Red Bud Farm where he worked countless hours over the years. He was a proud dad, papaw and brother. He treasured time with his siblings and was a friend to everyone he met.
He united in marriage to Judy Shively March 25, 1967.
Besides his wife, Judy Shively Benningfield of Campbellsville, he is survived by one son and one daughter: Keith Benningfield and Kelly Carney and husband, Mark of Campbellsville; four grandchildren: Kaitlyn Benningfield Green of Lexington, Drew Benningfield, Shelby Carney and Mackenzie Carney of Campbellsville; four brothers and four sisters: Edward “Boss” Benningfield and wife, Barbara Jean, Billy Benningfield, Betty Jean Graham, Sue Pierce and husband, Pete of Campbellsville, James “Boody” Benningfield and wife, Shirley, Ronnie Benningfield and wife, JoAnn of Finley, Shirley Raikes of Louisville and Opal Henson of Crestwood; sister-in-law: Mary Frances Veatch and husband, David of St. Joe; nineteen nieces and nephews, several cousins and numerous friends.
Carroll was also preceded in death by two sisters: Linda Simpson and Aileen Gaddis and three other siblings in infancy, father and mother-in-law, Gilbert and Exie Wise Shively, five brothers-in-law: Earl Gaddis, CV Henson, Jimmy Raikes, Freddy Graham and Larry Simpson.
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VISITATION: after 4:00 P.M., Monday, December 26, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Rev. Steve Skaggs
BURIAL: Brockman Cemetery
FAMILY REQUEST EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY BE DONATIONS TO HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER OR AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 21, 2016
 Mrs. Juanita (Lawson) Burress of Elk Horn was born on June 1, 1957 to Dorothy (Underwood) Lawson and the late Bernard “Fuzzy” Lawson. She departed this life on Monday, December 19, 2016 at her home after an extended illness. She was 59 years, 6 months, and 18 days. Mrs. Burress professed faith in Christ and attended the International Gospel Lighthouse. She was a homemaker, a loving mother, a proud grandmother, and a devoted wife.
She leaves to cherish her memory:
Her husband: David Burress of Elk Horn,
Two daughters: Shawnta Wilson of Elk Horn, and Amanda Greer and husband Ryan of Knifley,
Five sisters and one brother: Christine Holley of West Liberty, Loretta Underwood of Campbellsville, Judy Murphy of Campbellsville, Melissa Mardis and husband Ron of Campbellsville, Dwayne Lawson and wife Thomasa of Versailles, and Becky Stants and husband Brian of Greensburg,
Four grandchildren: Dakota Wilson, Dana Greer, Jesse Greer, and Damon Wilson,
A close sister-in-law: Connie Burress and husband Jimmy,
A close brother-in-law: Johnny Burress,
A close friend: Sis. Rosa Tungate,
And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Burress on Thursday, December 22, 2016 at 12:00 PM EST in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd., Campbellsville, KY. Pastor Anna Overstreet will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Callahan Cemetery, 4571 Speck Ridge Rd., Elk Horn, KY.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, December 21, from 5:00-8:00 PM EST.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 19, 2016
 Mr. Rodney Cross of Campbellsville, son of the late William and Willa (Johnson) Cross, was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 11, 1960. He departed this life on Friday, December 16, 2016 at the Taylor Regional Hospital after a brief illness. He was 56 years, 4 months, and 5 days of age. Mr. Cross professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Good Hope Baptist Church. He installed floor tile, and was a talented singer and cook. He enjoyed barbequing, gardening, hunting and fishing, and was a leading example to kids as a little league soccer and baseball coach.
He leaves to cherish his memory:
Four children: Raymond Fowler and wife Jessica of Louisville, Tyler Cross and wife Hannah of Charleston, South Carolina, and Rebecca Cross and Jacqueline Cross, both of Campbellsville,
One brother and one sister: Mike Cross and Lisa Cross, both of Las Vegas, Nevada,
A former spouse: Bonnie Cross of Campbellsville,
Three grandchildren: Halle Reese Cross, Raymond Carl Fowler, V, and Levi Henry Fowler,
A good friend and former father-in-law: Orville Smith of Campbellsville,
And a host of extended family and friends.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Cross on Friday, December 23, 2016 at 7:00 PM EST in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd., Campbellsville, KY. Rev. J. Alvin Hardy will be officiating.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, Dec. 23, from 4:00 PM EST until time for the service.
Mr. Cross will be cremated after the funeral and his ashes will be laid to rest in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Mausoleum at a later date.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Dec 19, 2016
 Mr. Lewis Barry Tungate, age 58, of Campbellsville, son of the late Sylvester and Helen (Garrett) Tungate, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at his home after a sudden illness. He professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Campbellsville Baptist Church. He is survived by two brothers, Eric Tungate and wife Phyllis of Campbellsville, and Stanley Tungate of Marion County, and a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
He was also preceded in death by four siblings: Russell Tungate, Rosetta Lewis, Zelda Bottoms, and Cindy Webb.
A private graveside service will be held in Campbellsville at the Brookside Cemetery. There will be no visitation.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Dec 18, 2016
 Gleneve Robinson of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Sherman Appleby and Georgia Guthrie Appleby, was born April 30, 1933, in Clinton County, Kentucky. She died at 7:25 P.M., Saturday, December 17, 2016 in Campbellsville. Age: 83
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Albany Independent Baptist Church.
Gleneve was a retired employee of the Clinton County School System.
She united in marriage to Harold Robinson January 28, 1955; he preceded her in death January 5, 1998.
She is survived by one daughter and one son: Connie Wooley and husband, Matthew of Campbellsville and Dwayne Robinson and wife, Kristy of Cookeville, Tennessee; five grandchildren: Sarah Hampton and husband, Brian and Rachael Mattingly and husband, Ryan of Campbellsville, Lindsey Robinson, Brandon Robinson and Sydney Robinson of Cookeville, Tennessee; one sister and one brother; Margaret Brown and husband, Paul of Albany and Kenneth Appleby and wife, Beula of New Castle, Indiana; two sisters-in-law: Frances Appleby of New Castle, Indiana and Jane Appleby of Albany; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Gleneve was also preceded in death by two brothers and one sister: Ray Appleby, Jessie Appleby and Bessie Sidwell.
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VISITATION: After 10:00 A.M., Eastern Standard Time, Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Bro. Melvin Daniels
BURIAL: 4:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Cave Springs Cemetery in Clinton County
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Dec 18, 2016
 James “Jimmy” Sluder of Liberty, formerly of Campbellsville, son of the late John Sylvester Sluder and Lettie Cox Sluder, was born February 21, 1952 in Sandwich, Illinois. He died at 11:12 A.M., Saturday, December 17, 2016 in Liberty. Age: 64
He professed faith in Christ and raised his son in the Baptist Faith.
Jimmy was a retired employee of Parker Kalon. Mr. Sluder was a self-taught guitarist and dobro player and would entertain people occasionally at the Wagon Wheel. He and his friends spent many hours enjoying each other’s musical talents in Jimmy’s building. Jimmy often liked to talk on his CB radio and was an animal lover, but his favorite pastime was spending time with his grandsons.
He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law: James Anthony and Mallory Sluder of Campbellsville; two grandsons: Hunter Lake Sluder and Kaiden Anthony Sluder of Campbellsville; six sisters: Lillie Benningfield, Beechel Clark, Linda Newton and husband, Michael, Helen Claywell and husband, Gary, Jane Dudgeon and husband, David and Shirley Graybeal and husband, Roy all of Campbellsville; mother of his son, Linda Sue Sluder; his companion, Shirley DeGeer of Liberty; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends who will all miss him.
He was also preceded in death by two brothers and one sister: Harold Sluder, Charles Sluder and Aline Vannice.
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VISITATION: 5:00-8:00 P.M., Monday, December 19, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Bro. Don Watson
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Dec 15, 2016
Dr. James H. Wentworth of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of the late Mattie Wentworth Greenwood and Frank P. Wentworth, passed away on Wednesday, December 14, 2016. He was born in Bedford, Kentucky on May 22, 1937. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Shirley DeBord Wentworth, March 2002. Brothers: Paul, Harry and Charles Wentworth and one sister Judy Stanley.
He was a member of Spurlington United Methodist Church.
Jim served as head basketball coach at Wesley College in Dover, Delaware for 40 years. He was awarded Wesley Professor Emeritus; inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame at Lindsey Wilson College, Pfeiffer University, Wesley College and the Delaware Sports Hall of Fame. The Wesley College gymnasium is named the “Jim and Shirley Wentworth Gymnasium.” He also received Wesley College President’s Award for Excellence and Performance and a Doctorate of Public Service.
Survivors include his wife, Deborah, son Chris (Sarah); stepsons, Stan McCubbin (Brandy) and Todd McCubbin (Liz). Grandchildren: Callie, Chloe, Jayden and Kenley McCubbin, Kayden Long and Emma Wentworth.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Friday, December 16, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Saturday, December 17, 2016 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Minister Derek W. Hunter and Rev. Robert Morris
PRIVATE BURIAL: Science Hill Cemetery in Science Hill, Kentucky
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Wesley College Scholarship Fund or Hosparus of Green River and may be made at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
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