Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Lexington, Kentucky
The obituaries in the Lexington, Kentucky area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Lexington, Kentucky's history and identity.
Claire Diane Sears
Sep 8, 2026
Claire Diane Sears, 85, Lexington, widow of Samuel Paul Sears, died Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Lexington Premier Nursing and Rehab.
She was the daughter of the late Custer Dyer Williams and Magnolia Jones. She was a graduate of Lafayette High School, a member of Embrace Church formally Epworth United Methodist Church, and attended Porter Memorial Baptist Church.
Diane loved her family....
Connie Jayne Lowe
Sep 4, 2026
Connie was born in Portsmouth, Ohio, and attended Portsmouth Business College. On October 19, 1956, she married the love of her life, Roger Lowe. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised two sons, Dean and Dale. In 1960, Connie and Roger moved to Lexington, Kentucky, where they owned and operated Rogers Aluminum, Inc. (now Rogers Windows) for 34 years.
Connie...
Laquisha Warner Evans
Aug 24, 2026
Laquisha Reneé “Keisha” Warner Evans, service 12pm Wednesday September 2, 2026 at Historic Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church 540 West Maxwell Street Lexington, Kentucky 40508. Visitation 10am until time of service
Eleanor Mae Dale
Aug 23, 2026
Eleanor Mae Banta Dale, widow of Billy Gene Dale, age 90, departed this life on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Centerpoint Health – Winchester. Eleanor was born in Bourbon County on August 1, 1936, the daughter of the late Ray and Beatrice Wagoner Banta, a high school graduate, retired from Hansley Mills, having worked as a seamstress, had cleaned houses...
Thelma Mitchell
Aug 8, 2026
Thelma Mitchell, 73, was the daughter of the late William and Irene Mitchell. She was born in Lexington, February 20, 1953 and Saturday August 8, 2026, with her son by her side the Lord called her to be with Jesus. Thelma was a 1972 graduate of Lafayette High School and was employed by Quest Laboratory and Kaba Mas. She was...
Loretta Geraldine Henson
Aug 7, 2026
Loretta Geraldine Henson, age 98, of Paris, Kentucky, passed away on August 7, 2026. She was born to Frank Henson and Pearlie Avery Henson on September 22, 1927, in Harlan, Kentucky, and lived a long life marked by devotion to her family, hard work, and a warm spirit that touched those who knew her.Loretta spent many years working at Bourbon...
Douglas Keith Eades
Jul 31, 2026
Douglas Keith Eades born February 10, 1958 in Lexington, to Roscoe and Ann Eades. Doug was a very faithful church attendant. He was a previous member of the Ashland Avenue Baptist Church and a current member at Heritage Baptist Church. Doug visited the local Waffle House restaurant every day for breakfast. When at home, he played solitaire (with real cards)....
Teresa Harris
Jul 16, 2026
It is with heartfelt sorrow and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Teresa Harris, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, who left this world on July 16, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on December 17, 1964, in the close-knit town of Owenton, Kentucky, Teresa was the pride and joy of her parents, Fred and Wilma...
Carole Estes Hamilton
Jul 14, 2026
Carole Lou Estes Hamilton, age 88, of DeLand, Florida, formerly of Paris, departed this life on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Centerpoint Health in Winchester, surrounded by her loving family. Carole was born in Winchester on July 15, 1937, the daughter of the late Arthur E. and Christine McEwan Rice, attended Transylvania University as well as Midway and was a...
Raylynn Paige Johnson
Jul 13, 2026
Raylynn Paige Johnson, born on May 8, 2025, and passed away on July 13, 2026, was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, niece, cousin, and cherished member of her family.
Raylynn was the precious daughter of Jaime Ray Johnson and Harlie Paige Richards, who loved her deeply and treasured every moment they shared with her. She brought joy and light into...
Mayme Duverne "Love" Irvin
Jul 13, 2026
Mamye Duverne Love Irvin, of Paris, widow of Charles William Irvin, departed this life on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Bourbon Heights, having attained the age of 88 years. Mayme was born in Nicholas County, Kentucky, on November 13, 1937, the daughter of the late George William and Anna Love, was a graduate of Bourbon County High School, and was...
Goree A. Spradlin
Jul 1, 2026
Goree A. Spradlin, 88, of Augusta, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the Care Center at Kenton Pointe in Maysville. He leaves behind his dear wife of 59 years, Bonnie (née Clifford) Spradlin.
He was born in Munfordville, Kentucky on August 29, 1937, to his parents, the late Maxie S. and Ollie Marie (née Hogan) Spradlin. Goree was...
David Buchanan Downey
Jun 29, 2026
Revelation 14:13
Then I heard a voice from heaven saying to me, “Write: ‘Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.’ ”“Yes,” says the Spirit, “that they may rest from their labors, and their works follow them.”
The Lord brought David B. Downey into the world on July 6, 1926, the oldest living son to William Theo Downey...
Thomas D. Million Sr.
Jun 29, 2026
Thomas D. Million, Sr., age 94, passed away on June 29, 2026, in Paris, Kentucky. He was born on January 11, 1932, in Paris, Kentucky, and lived a long life marked by devotion to family, service to his country, and steady kindness to those who knew him.
He was a United States Marine veteran and carried the values of duty, discipline,...
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