Posted by Lyndell Petty on Feb 13, 2026
Mrs. Doris Jean Moore of Campbellsville passed peacefully from this life on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the Baptist Health Hardin Hospital in Elizabethtown. Born in Taylor County on December 28, 1948, to the late Lively and Nora (Allen) Vaughn, she was 77 years of age. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Pentecostal faith. She was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom and was known for her quick wit and humor. Her love for her family, her friends, and her flowers will be long remembered.
She leaves to cherish her memory:
Three children: Joey Sprowles and wife Ramie, MaDonna Lewis and husband Ronnie, and Jerry Presley and wife Donna,
Two brothers: Garland Skaggs and Thomas “Ham” Skaggs,
Eight grandchildren: Silas Sprowles, Alanna Elwood, Candace Pruyear and husband Garrard, ReAnna Hammond and husband Alex, Jadyn Presley, Gannon Presley, Dani Presley, and California Presley,
Three great-grandchildren: Alaina Pruyear, Kinsley Pruyear, and Grayson Pruyear,
And a host of other family members and friends.
She was also preceded in death by three siblings: Twyman Skaggs, Mary Clegg, and Joetta Vaughn.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Moore on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Her favorite son-in-law, Bro. Ronnie Lewis will officiate. Burial will follow in the Otter Creek Separate Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, Feb. 14, after 11:00 AM until the time of the service.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Feb 13, 2026
Mary Elizabeth Johnson of Campbellsville, Ky, passed away Monday, Feb 9, 2026, at Green River Trails Nursing Home in Greensburg, Ky. Mary was born in Boyle County, Ky October 21, 1939, to the late Frank Higgins and late Lorine Stokes Penman. Mary worked in the Campbellsville Independent School District as a cafeteria cook for 30-plus years before retiring.
She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend. Everyone called her “Mama Lizabeth”; she claimed everyone as her sons and daughters. Mary professed holiness as a child of God, Sunday, May 1966, in Danville, Ky at Church of God of America, Inc. She was saved, sanctified, and filled with the Holy Ghost the same day. She joined the Danville church and was a faithful member under the leadership of late Bishop A.R. Smith for several years before marrying her late husband, Elder George Johnson in 1971, and moved to Campbellsville, Ky, where she and her children joined the Johnson family. For several years, Mary followed her husband faithfully and supported him while attending the sister church of Church of God of America in Knifley, Ky. She later joined the Campbellsville Church of God under the leadership of the late Bishop George Alexander. After the death of Bishop Alexander, Mary followed under the leadership of Bishop William Paul Hardin from 2006 until her passing.
She was an active member at the Church of God of America, both in Danville and Campbellsville, Ky. Sis Mary Johnson didn’t mind working in the church. During her membership at Danville’s church, she served as the secretary for HYPU.
After joining Campbellsville Church of God, she wore many hats. She served on the board of trustees and was the head Sunday school teacher for many years. Sis Mary humbly carried the title of a deaconess and was later appointed president of “Women of Prayer” until her passing.
Her favorite songs: “Prayer Brought Me Here” and “May the Works I’ve Done Speak for Me.”
Surviving are 5 children and 4 stepchildren; Jerry Coulter (wife Roslyn) of Louisville, Ky; Gary Wayne Coulter of Greensburg, Ky; Sandy Atkinson of Campbellsville, Ky; Mary Clayton of Greensburg, Ky; and James Clayton (wife Angela) of Campbellsville, Ky; Bobby Johnson (wife Fannie), Marshall Johnson, Beatrice Johnson, and Lonnie Johnson all of Campbellsville, Ky. Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, along with a host of family and friends. Sis Mary also has a host of adopted daughters and sons whom she claims as her own.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Lorine Stokes, father Frank Higgins, husband Elder George Johnson, 3 daughters Joyce Velinda Barnett, Deborah Jean Barnett, and Teresa Ann Mitchell; 7 stepchildren, along with 3 grandchildren; 4 sisters and 1 brother.
Funeral Service: 1 PM Saturday, February 21, 2026, at First Baptist Church, 704 E Broadway St. Campbellsville, KY, with burial to follow in the Crown Hill Cemetery.
Officiating: Bishop Wm Paul Hardin
Visitation: 11 AM – 1 PM at the church.
Pallbearers
*Chris Belviy *Nathan Chaney *Christopher Richardson *
*Jeriveno Coulter *Michael Coulter *Antwan Coulter*
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Feb 13, 2026
Eva Mae Cox of Campbellsville, the daughter of the late Ike Bagby and Velma Bryant, was born January 23, 1947, in Green County and departed this life on February 12, 2026, in Campbellsville. She was 79 years of age.
She was of the Christian Faith and was a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, cooking, canning, spending time with family and friends, and was an avid Elvis fan.
She is survived by her children, Wanda Buck of Campbellsville, Roger Cox (Franki) of Campbellsville, and Keith Cox (Angie) of Greensburg. 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild.
Also, one brother, Danny Bagby (Wanda) of Chicago, and one sister, Mary Price of Greensburg.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her former spouse, Mac Cox, and three children, Wayne Cox, Susan Cox, and Ricky Cox. Five siblings, Robert Bagby, Val Bagby, Jr. Bagby, Coy Bagby, and Marie Nugent.
Funeral Service: 6 PM Monday, February 16, 2026, at L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Green River Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery.
Officiating: Bro. Jeff Edwards
Visitation: Monday, February 16, 2026, from 4 – 6 PM at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to be donations to the funeral expense fund and can be made at the funeral home.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Feb 11, 2026
Charles Anthony Lamb, age 89, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on February 10, 2026. Born on April 7, 1936, in Hagerstown, Maryland, he was the son of the late Phyllis M. Palladino and Elmer E. Lamb.
A 1954 graduate of Eastern High School in Washington, D.C., Charles began his life’s journey with a commitment to service and family. In November 1954, he married his high-school sweetheart Barbara Six. Barbara preceded him in death in 2013.
Charles was a member of the U.S. Marine Reserves.
Charles’s professional life was marked by both public service and an entrepreneurial spirit. He began his career with the Army Map Service followed by various U.S. government agencies before becoming a business owner. In the early 1980’s, he founded Business Forms Management Systems (BFMS), successfully navigating the evolving landscape of desktop publishing and leading the company for more than two decades.
Beyond his professional achievements, Charles was a true artist. A lifelong painter, illustrator, and fiction writer, he viewed the world through a creative lens. This passion remained a vibrant part of his daily life long after his retirement, as he continued to produce work that reflected his unique perspective and imagination.
After retiring, Charles lived in Greencastle, Pennsylvania, before relocating to Campbellsville, Kentucky in 2013.
His legacy of creativity and dedication lives on through his five children: Karen (Dan) Simmons, Charles (Becky) Lamb II, Stephen (Renee) Lamb, Marcia (Paul) Gilbert, and Robert (Chrissy) Lamb. He was “Grandaddy” to 14 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren, all of whom brought him immense joy.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Feb 10, 2026
Mrs. Tina Marie Porter of Campbellsville, daughter of Manuel Gutierrez Sr. and the late Judy (Sturges) Lawler, was born in Chicago, Illinois, on February 28, 1968. She departed this life on Monday, February 9, 2026, at the Taylor Regional Hospital, being 57 years of age. She was a homemaker and the cherished wife of Mr. John Porter, who survives.
Besides her husband, she also leaves to mourn her passing:
A son: John Porter, Jr., and wife Samantha,
A grandchild: Kieran States,
Six siblings: Angel Waldren, John Gutierrez, Alex Gutierrez, Jessie Nunez, Raquel Densmore, and Anita Barrera.
And a host of other family members and friends.
She was also preceded in death by two siblings: Manuel Gutierrez, Jr., and Robert Gutierrez Sr.
The family has chosen cremation. There are no services scheduled at this time.
L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Feb 10, 2026
Nevada Hortense “Tensie” Skaggs, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, was born on October 3, 1933 and passed peacefully on February 9, 2026. She was the daughter of the late John Luther Walker and Lillie Alton Berry Walker,
She was united in marriage to Billy M. Skaggs on September 28, 1956 and together they shared many years of love, faith and family. Hortense made a profession of faith and was a faithful member of Robinson Creek Baptist Church.
Hortense is survived by her devoted husband, Bill Skaggs; four children: Kathy Newton (Keith), Donna Kerr (John), Tammy Wilson (Kevin) and Kent Skaggs (Tonia), all of Campbellsville; nine grandchildren: Jennifer Brashear (Jared) of Bowling Green, Jessica Newton of Campbellsville, Phil Durham of Campbellsville, Kyle Newton (Megan) of Greensburg, Corey Watson (Victoria) of Campbellsville, Alex Wilson (Kelsi) of Campbellsville, Allen Wilson (Christine) of Campbellsville, Kenzi Howell (Jeff) of Salvisa and Noah Skaggs of Campbellsville and fourteen great-grandchildren.
Better known to all as “Tensie”, Hortense was loved by everyone she met and had a special way of making people feel deeply loved in return. She was pure joy and goodness, and her home was always a place of warmth and welcome. She was especially famous for her fried apple pies, Twinkie cake and skillet hamburgers – meals that brought family together and created memories that will last a lifetime.
Hortense’s legacy of love, faith and kindness will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Hortense was also preceded in death by one brother and two sisters: James Walker, Lois Hudgins and Eulene Vaughn.
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VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Parrott and Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Todd Parish
BURIAL: Robinson Creek Baptist Church Cemetery
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Feb 10, 2026
Sam Hackley Newcomb of Frankfort, son of the late Thornton “Nornie” Newcomb and Ruth Hackley Newcomb, passed away peacefully at Central Baptist Hospital on February 8, 2026 with his wife and son by his side. Age: 77
Sam was born March 13, 1948 in Marion County. He was a graduate of Campbellsville High School and Eastern Kentucky University earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. He made a profession of faith and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Church and also attended First United Methodist Church of Frankfort.
Sam was elected Taylor County Circuit Court Clerk in 1988 and retired in 2005. Prior to his election, he was Chief Deputy.
Sam served as past President, Vice President and Treasurer of the Kentucky Association of Circuit Court Clerks, past President of Campbellsville Rotary Club and current member of the Board of Directors for Taylor County Bank.
He united in marriage to Shiela Wood Newcomb on January 11, 1971. Sam was survived by his wife of 55 years, Shiela Newcomb; his favorite and only son, Ryan; his two granddaughters, Elle and Claudia, who knew him as Papa, and who he loved fiercely and only slightly spoiled; his daughter-in-law, Ashley; and his brother, John Newcomb. Also surviving are his special cousins: Bobby Robertson, Eddie Claycomb, Ben Cook and Donabeth Doyle.
Sam also wanted to acknowledge two people who had a lasting and profound impact on his life, Laura Sue Toby and Marshall Lyon.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Friday, February 13, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Lanny Garner
BURIAL: Brookside Cemetery
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Feb 9, 2026
Jerry Wayne Keltner of Campbellsville, formerly of Columbia, son of the late Ceoda Jack Keltner and Bell Marie Burris Keltner, was born January 2, 1948 in Adair County, Kentucky. He died at 9:20 A.M., Tuesday, February 3, 2026 in Campbellsville. Age: 78
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Asbury Church.
Jerry was a retired employee of Garrison Construction after thirty-five years of service.
He united in marriage to Judy Tackett December 19, 1976.
Jerry enjoyed rabbit hunting, coon hunting, riding on the tractor, farming and talking to the cows. He loved his dog, taking care of his family and attempting to play guitar.
Besides his wife, Judy Keltner of Campbellsville, Jerry is survived by one son and two daughters: Jermey Keltner and wife, Kristin of Columbia, Jamie Keltner Smith and husband, DeRon of Elizabethtown and Shawna Gamble Montgomery and husband, Tim of Lexington; seven grandchildren: Keegen Taylor Keltner, DaiJa Eimaj Smith, Trenton Allen Lee Keltner, Keeshon LaTrelle Smith, Keilah Jade Heath, Connor Troy Heath and Alexandra Sha Montgomery; one brother and two sisters: Carolyn Keltner, Becky Janes and Pam Riddle of Columbia; his fur baby, Cheyenne Bodie; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
The family would also like to add a very special “thank you” to Isabelle Briones for being the absolute best in stepping in and helping out when she was needed. We love you, Izzy.
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All services were held privately.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Feb 9, 2026
Junior Morris of Campbellsville, son of the late Claude Morris and Sadie Sprowles Hall, was born April 30, 1939 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 12:15 A.M., Sunday, February 8, 2026 in Elizabethtown. Age: 86
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Levelwoods, where he had served as a Deacon.
Junior united in marriage to Shirley Morris October 16, 1965 and she preceded him in death September 30, 2009.
He was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville and a farmer.
Junior is survived by two sons and one daughter: Larry Wayne Morris and wife, Michelle of Levelwoods, Tommy Morris and wife, Sharon of Campbellsville and Michelle Wilmoth and husband, Steve of Elizabethtown; five grandchildren: Coralie Dixon and husband, John of Magnolia, Casey Morris Sherrard and husband, Josh, Michael Austin Bell and wife, April and Kyle Wilmoth of Elizabethtown and Jayson Morris of Campbellsville; four great-grandchildren: Adelyne Dixon, River Wade Dixon, Liam Bell and Olivia Bell and many other relatives and friends.
Junior was also preceded in death by a son, Troy Dean Morris.
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VISITATION: 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Dannie Nelson
BURIAL: Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Feb 8, 2026
Donnie Ford of Campbellsville, the son of the late Leonard Coakley Ford and Flora Alice Lewis Ford, was born November 22, 1939, in Campbellsville, and departed this life February 7, 2026, in Campbellsville. He was 86 years of age.
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Temple and was retired from Fruit of the Loom. He loved to go to Bradfordsville and eat fish on Friday nights!
He used to love to tend to his gardens! He took great pride in growing the best tomatoes! After 25 years at FOL Bleach House, where he would sometimes work months on end without a day off, he retired and started a mowing business. Many of his clients said they had their own gardener because he was so meticulous with everything. He would always go above and beyond and take great pride in any job he did.
He loved his kids and grandkids so much and would always make sure he had their favorite snacks at his house!
He was a quiet man who worked hard and never complained! He didn’t want much for himself, but wanted to give everything to those he loved!
He is survived by his wife, Juanita Rafferty Ford of Campbellsville, and daughters, Donna Jean White and her husband Chuck of Campbellsville, and Lisa Hornback Ford of Elizabethtown. Five grandchildren, Brandon Shawn White (Amanda), Jenna Nichole Wethington (Shannon), Mollie Williams Tucker (Logan), Callie Brooke Hornback, and Chloe Brianne Hornback. Six great-grandchildren, Isaiah, Aubrey, Landyn, Avi, Margot, and Flora.
Also, surviving is one sister, Marjorie Deanie Price of Mt. Washington.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by four siblings, Raymond Ford, Mardell Benningfield, Rosemary Mardis, and Leonard “Starchy” Ford.
Funeral Service: 11 AM Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
Pastor Matt Boehnlein and Bro. Jase Divens will officiate.
Visitation: Monday, February 9, 2026, from 5 – 8 PM at the funeral home.
Pallbearers: Alex Nelson, Greg Ford, Craig Ford, Ricky Price, Brian Rafferty, Greg Gentry, Ronnie “Burr” Mardis, and John Cox
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