George William “Bill” Urban, 68

Posted by on Nov 9, 2015

Mr. George William “Bill” Urban, a resident of the Green Hill Manor in Greensburg, formerly of Campbellsville, was born in Chicago, Illinois on April 9, 1947. He departed this life on November 7, 2015 at the Jane Todd Crawford Hospital after a long illness. He was 68 years, 6 months, and 29 days of age. Mr. Urban was a former truck driver for the Concord Company and the Chicago Tribune Newspaper.

He leaves to mourn his passing:
His long-time companion: Jean Shimek of Campbellsville,
Step-children: Christine Singleton and husband Jason, Daniel Shimek, and Sandra Price and husband Noel, all of Campbellsville, and Albert Barker of Bowling Green,
10 step-grandchildren,
3 step-great grandchildren,
And a host of other friends,

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Urban on Thursday, November 12, 2015 at 12:00 PM EST in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, November 12, from 10:00 AM EST until time for the service.
In following with Mr. Urban’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded him after the services.LRPETTY LOGO

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William P. “Bill” Tucker, 76

Posted by on Nov 8, 2015

Tucker PICMr. William P. “Bill” Tucker of Campbellsville was born on March 17, 1939 into the marriage of Roy and Sarah (Miller) Tucker in Green County. He departed this life on November 7, 2015 at the Taylor Regional Hospital. He was 76 years, 7 months, and 21 days of age. Mr. Tucker was the devoted husband to Mrs. Fontella (Chappel) Tucker. She preceded him in death on April 12, 2015. He was known for his quick and hearty smile, and always had an encouraging word to give. He believed a man should work hard to earn a living, and he led by example. He was employed for 34 years at the Campbellsville Fruit of the Loom factory. When it closed, he worked for the Campbellsville Walmart for 18 years, and was employed there until his time of passing. As a young man, Mr. Tucker was a drafted into duty, and served his country honorably in the United States Army. He professed faith in Christ through word and deed, and was a member the East Campbellsville Church of God.

Mr. Tucker leaves to cherish his memory:
Three sons and one daughter: Tony Tucker and wife Lisa, Tana Sapp, Trent Tucker and wife Marlene, and Trevor Tucker, all of Campbellsville,
One brother and three sisters: Jimmy Tucker and wife Faye of Campbellsville, Mary Jo Sutton of Missouri, Sue Buck of Indiana, and Margaret Mudd of Campbellsville,
Nine grandchildren,
Four great grandchildren,
And a host of other close family and friends.

Besides his parents and wife, Mr. Tucker was preceded in death two brothers, Robert “Bob” Tucker, and Tommy “Tink” Tucker.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Tucker at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718 on Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at 1:00 PM. Bro. Robbie Spencer and Bro. Ben Spencer will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Chappel Cemetery, Highway 76, Knifley, KY 42753.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 10, from 5:00-8:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials take the form of donations to the East Campbellsville Church of God Building Fund. Those can be made online at lrpetty.com or at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home.LRPETTY LOGO

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Seth D. Wade

Posted by on Nov 8, 2015

Seth D. Wade of Elizabethtown, formerly of Russell Springs and Campbellsville, son of the late James B. Wade and Delsie Foley Wade was born January 5, 1928 in Russell County, Kentucky. He died at 4:06 A.M., Sunday, November 8, 2015 in Elizabethtown. Age: 87
He professed faith in Christ early in life and was a member of Younger’s Creek Baptist Church.
He was a1964 graduate of Campbellsville College and was an artist and art teacher and former owner/operator of Wade’s Arts and Crafts.
He united in marriage to Margaret Sue Butler June 27, 1964.
Besides his wife, Margaret Sue Butler Wade of Elizabethtown, he is survived by one brother-in law, William Butler and wife, Louise of Columbia; one sister-in-law, Cathy Catron of Knifley; several cousins and many other relatives and friends including his close friends at Younger’s Creek Baptist Church.
He was also preceded in death by one sister and two brothers: Garnette Blair, Winfred Wade and Byron Wade.

VISITATION: 11:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Ron Lewis and Rev. Arnold Moon
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY SHOULD TAKE THE FORM OF DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

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Craig A. Helin

Posted by on Nov 8, 2015

Craig A. Helin, age 59, of Campbellsville died Saturday, November 7, 2015 in Campbellsville.

A native of Sandwich, Illinois, he was born on October 5, 1956 to the late Gerald Wayne Helin and Delta Holmes Helin who survives and lives in Arizona.  He had worked in Illinois for Allsteel for several years prior to moving to Campbellsville where he worked for Wal-Mart prior to retiring.  He enjoying using a saw to make intricate scrollwork.  He also enjoyed playing a guitar and watching television.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Tillie Cochran Heline, his brother, Terry Helin and his wife, Jeannie of Sandwich, Illinois; a sister, Kari Cassell of Campbellsville and eight step-children.

The funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home where visitation will begin at 12 noon on Wednesday prior to the service.

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Peggy Clark Sublett, age 80

Posted by on Nov 6, 2015

Peggy Clark Sublett, age 80, of East Lemon Bend Road, Campbellsville, passed away on Thursday, November  5, 2015, at the St. Elizabeth Hospice Center in Edgewood, KY, after complications from myelodysplastic syndrome.

She was the daughter of the late E.O. and Olsie Mae Clark.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Robert Henry Sublett, and by her brother, Larry Clark.  In addition to being a farm wife and mother, she served as secretary of the Good Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church and as a nanny for several beloved children.  She enjoyed books, birds, and the Cincinnati Reds.

She is survived by her children, Rebecca (Larry) Webb of Powell, TN; Adam (Thad Gronotte) Sublett of Covington, KY; and Rachel (Dave) Zahniser of Fort Mitchell, KY.  Her grandsons, Kevin Cordell, Andrew (Kayla) Cordell, and Robert Zahniser, and her great granddaughters, Hannah Cordell, Madison Cordell, and Cassandra Cordell, survive.  She is also survived by her sisters, Lois Melton, Mary Stubbs, Ina Martin, Sharon Robinson, Sara Brockman, and Emma Sharp, as well as many brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 8 at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Good Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery.  Pallbearers include Kristy Wright Bennett, Andrew Cordell, Thad Gronotte, Larry Webb, Misty Wright Wooldridge, and Dave Zahniser.

The family requests visitation from noon until 2 p.m. Sunday at Lyon-DeWitt-Berry Funeral Home

The family requests memorial contributions to the Good Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery Fund or the St. Elizabeth Hospice Center in lieu of flowers.

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Peggy Ann Hunt, 54

Posted by on Nov 4, 2015

Peggy Hunt Pic Mrs. Peggy Ann Hunt of Campbellsville was born on October 12, 1961 in Campbellsville to the late Harvey and Mary Elizabeth (Wise) Gilbert. She departed this life on November 4, 2015 at her home. She was 54 years and 25 days of age. Mrs. Hunt professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church.

She leaves to mourn her passing:
One son: Patrick Hunt and wife April of Campbellsville,
One daughter: Amanda Benham of Campbellsville,
Six brothers: Danny Gilbert and wife Sondra of Finley, Charles Gilbert and wife Carol of Tennessee, Randal Gilbert and wife Liz of Campbellsville, George Gilbert and wife Janie of Springfield, Harvey Gilbert and wife Faye of Finley, and Eddie Gilbert of Campbellsville,
One sister: Cheryl Gilbert of Campbellsville,
Seven grandchildren: Christopher Harrison, William Ira Benham II, Haley Benham, Shelby Brooke Hunt, Taylan Hunt, Sadie Hunt, and Jaxson Hunt,
And a host of other family and friends.

She was also preceded in death by a sister, Mary Jane Hedgespeth, and a brother, Bobby Gilbert.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Hunt on Friday, November 6, 2015 at 1:00 PM at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718.
Interment will follow in the Salem Baptist Church Cemetery, 271 Salem Church Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, November 6, after 10:00 AM until time for the service.
In lieu of flowers, they request memorials take the form of donations to the funeral expenses. These may be made online at lrpetty.com or in person at the funeral home.LRPETTY LOGO

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Michael Gribbins

Posted by on Nov 3, 2015

Michael Gribbins 001Michael Gribbins of Campbellsville, son of Leoda Garrett Gribbins and the late Arvin Gribbins, was born in Marion County, Kentucky, September 22, 1964. He died at 9:00 P.M., Monday, November 2, 2015 in Campbellsville. Age: 51
He attended The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
He was a former employee of Campbellsville Industries.
He united in marriage to Marsha Sapp September 26, 1987.
Besides his wife, Marsha Gribbins of Campbellsville, he is survived by one son, Justin Tyler Gribbins of Campbellsville; one grandson, Roy Michael Gribbins; his mother, Leoda Gribbins of Lebanon; two brothers and three sisters: Clayton Gribbins and wife, Jane of Lebanon, Sonny Gribbins and wife, Bonnie of Willisburg, Dorine McCowan and husband, Charles of Danville, Nevelda Gribbins of Mannsville and Debbie Humphress and husband, Chat of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
He was also preceded in death by a brother, William Martin Gribbins.

VISITATION: 5-8 P.M., Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 12:00 Noon, Thursday, November 5, 2015 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home conducted by Jared Odd First Counselor, of the Branch Presidency
of The Church of Latter-Day Saints

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

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Roy J. Charles, 75

Posted by on Nov 3, 2015

Church of the nazareneMr. Roy J. Charles of Campbellsville was born on November 3, 1939 to the late Roy Fredrick and Ida Mae (Ghose) Charles in West Liberty, KY. He peacefully entered into eternal rest on November 1, 2015 at the age of 75 years, 11 months, and 29 days. He was the lifelong companion and husband to Mrs. Ruby (Bailey) Charles, who survives. Mr. Charles was an auto mechanic shop owner and operator most of his life. He thoroughly enjoyed being active, especially outdoors, and was an avid fisherman. He professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Campbellsville Church of the Nazarene.

Besides his wife, Mr. Charles leaves to cherish his memory:
Two sons: Roy Dale Charles and wife Ruth of Taylorsville, and Ronald Douglas Charles and wife Lisa of Eastwood,
One sister: Bonnie Pinyon of Anderson, Indiana,
Grandchildren: Isabella Charles, Iris Charles, and Jacob Holtz,
A special niece: Penny Blackwell,
Close friends: “Pig” and Suzanne Roberts, and Richard and Melody Boward,
And a host of extended family and close friends.

He was also preceded in death by two sisters: Betty Baugher and Louise Dotson.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Charles on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at 1:00 PM at the Campbellsville Church of the Nazarene, 912 W Main St, Campbellsville, KY 42718. Bro Dwayne Lobb will be officiating.
The family will receive friends at the church on Wednesday, November 4, from 11:30 AM until time for the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials take the form of donations to the Kentucky Kidney Foundation or the Campbellsville Church of the Nazarene Building Fund. Those may be made online at lrpetty.com, in person at the church during visitation, or any time at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home.LRPETTY LOGO

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Sheila Brady

Posted by on Nov 2, 2015

bradySheila Brady of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Connie Farmer and Jewell Bottoms Farmer, was born December 24, 1946, in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 6:00 P.M., Saturday, October 31, 2015 in Campbellsville. Age: 68
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church.
She was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom and Taylor Regional Hospital.
She united in marriage to William Marshall Brady November 26, 1966. He preceded her in death December 9, 1993.
She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Deanna Dawn Brady of Hodgenville; three grandchildren: Hannah Beth Brady and Rodney Thompson and wife, Magan of Hodgenville and Cody Thompson of Bowling Green; two great-grandchildren: Crayton Thompson and Camden Thompson of Hodgenville; one sister, Beverly Bickett and husband, Gene of Campbellsville; one niece, Julie Wright of Clementsville; one nephew, Aaron Bickett of Campbellsville and many other relatives and friends.

VISITATION: 5-8 P.M., Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Dan Durham

BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery

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Steve M. Wilson

Posted by on Nov 1, 2015

image1Steve M. Wilson of Campbellsville, son of Jean Bright Wilson and the late Miller “Sonny” Wilson Jr., was born in Taylor County, Kentucky, July 13, 1962. He died at 10:17 P.M., Saturday, October 31, 2015 in Lexington. Age: 53
Steve had professed faith in Christ and was a Christian.
He was an employee of Infac in Campbellsville.
He is survived by one son and one daughter: Nick Wilson and fiancé, Beth Jones McCubbin and Paige Nolley and husband, Drew; his mother, Jean Wilson, three sisters: Shari Jo Daffron and husband, Terry, Lisa Bishop and Kathy Wilson; mother of his children: Libby Wilson, all of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

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VISITATION: 5-8 P.M., Monday, November 2, 2015 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville.

FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Robbie Spencer and Bro. Billy Adams.

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

FAMILY REQUEST DONATIONS TO THE FAMILY FOUNDATION AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME.

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