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.

Georgia L. Jones

Georgia L. Jones

Sep 25, 2023

Georgia L. Jones, 83, widow of Quentin Jones, died Monday September 25, 2023 at her home in Bardstown.

Born on February 22, 1940, in Pineville, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Jay and Odell Wilder Money. Georgia attended school in Bell County and was a member of the Nelson Christian Church. Georgia was an avid...

Goldie M. (Fraley)  Berger

Goldie M. (Fraley) Berger

Sep 23, 2023

Goldie Fraley Berger, wife of Earl C. Berger, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023 at her residence in Mt. Sterling, KY. She was an 83 year old born in Powell County, KY to the union of the late Betty And Dewey Edward Fraley, a homemaker and member of Means Community Miracle Church.

She is survived by her...

Vivian Lee (Pope)  Bledsoe

Vivian Lee (Pope) Bledsoe

Sep 22, 2023

Vivian Lee Pope-Bledsoe was born April 1, 1955, the daughter of Robert H. Pope Sr. and Cordia Pope. She received her wings on September 22, 2023, after a long illness.

Vivian graduated from Bryan Station High School in 1973, they called themselves, "The Babes of '55." She was employed by LFUCG and Manchester Center Child Care that...

Marian Anderson Emerson

Marian Anderson Emerson

Sep 21, 2023

Marian Anderson Emerson, 77, died Thursday, September 21, 2023, at her home in Paris, KY.

Born in Paris, KY, she was the daughter of the late William Emerson and Mary O'Rear Emerson. She loved Horseracing, playing Bingo, she worked at the southwest Redrive Tobacco Company and was a member at First Baptist where she also served as...

Ramona Lee (Poe)  Hurst

Ramona Lee (Poe) Hurst

Sep 20, 2023

Ramona Lee Poe Hurst, age 92, widow of Howard Keith Hurst, departed this life on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at her residence in Paris, surrounded by her loving family.

Ramona was born on April 11, 1931, in Bourbon County, the daughter of the late Howard Joseph and Daisy Bell Sargent Poe, was a member of the first...

Virginia Lee (Young)  Gorrell

Virginia Lee (Young) Gorrell

Sep 14, 2023

Virginia (Jenny) Lee Young Gorrell, mother of Tracy and Paul Sipes and Warren and Jim Gorrell passed away on September 14, 2023, from dementia. She was 81. Born on December 22, 1941, in Millwood, KY to Emily and Alvia Orlando (Spud) Young, Jenny was the third youngest of seven children. She lived in Millwood and Caneyville before becoming a...

Patricia "Pat" Wilson

Patricia "Pat" Wilson

Sep 13, 2023

Patricia "Pat" Wilson, 68, wife of Ronald E. Wilson, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023. Born in Lexington, KY, she was the daughter of the late Leon and Lenora Vanover Abner. Pat worked in medical billing at Lexington Clinic and just recently retired after nearly 40 years of service. She enjoyed traveling, going to the movies, time with friends...

Richard Raymond Doty

Richard Raymond Doty

Sep 12, 2023

Richard Raymond Doty, 82, of Lexington, husband of Charlotte W. Doty, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at Baptist Health Lexington.

Born in Lexington, he was the son of the late Herman R. Doty and Norma McGuire.

He was retired from Southern Belle Dairies, also had worked for Bluegrass Coca Cola Company and he was...

Terry Thurman

Terry Thurman

Sep 11, 2023

A TIME TO BE BORN... Mr. Terry Thurman was born on October 19, 1961 to the late Kurney R. and Ruby Garr Thurman. He entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 11, 2023 at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his parents: Kurney and Ruby Garr Thurman, his brothers and sisters:...

Lee Thomas "Tom" Mills

Lee Thomas "Tom" Mills

Sep 5, 2023

Lee Thomas "Tom" Mills, 92, was born on September 8, 1930, in Pineville, Kentucky, to Ross C. and Necie Viola Mills. He passed away on September 5, 2023. Tom is reunited in heaven with his high school sweetheart, beloved wife and soulmate of 66 years, Betty Lee Howard Mills. He was also preceded in death by his parents, four...

Dorothy M. Parker

Dorothy M. Parker

Aug 29, 2023

Dorothy Mae Parker, 88, of Lexington KY, widow of Armond S. (K) Parker passed away on August 29, 2023. Dorothy was born on April, 26, 1935, to the late William "Willie" James Hendricks and Mary "Nannie" Emma Goins.

Aside from her mother and father, Dorothy is preceded in death by her brother, Harold 'Shorty" Hendricks; and her...

Vada D. Moore

Vada D. Moore

Aug 27, 2023

Vada Delores Moore, a woman of profound faith and intelligence, passed away on August 27, 2023, at the age of 92 in her hometown of Lexington, Kentucky. Born on July 7, 1931, to the late Thomas and Marie (Knight) Rutherford, Vada spent her life serving her community.

Vada's commitment to caring for others was evident in her...

Verlene L. Woolfolk

Verlene L. Woolfolk

Aug 27, 2023

Verlene L. Woolfolk 90, daughter of the late Kate Drake Parker born July 28, 1931. Left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on August 27th at 11:20pm.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her nephews and nieces, Otis (Jean) Parker, Glenda Davis, Michael Ray Parker, Robert Drake Parker and Scarlet Diane Jenkins; two step...

Barry Thomas King

Barry Thomas King

Aug 22, 2023

Barry Thomas King departed this life on August 22, 2023, at his home at the age of 68. He was born March 26, 1955, to Sara Franklin King and the late Issac King.

Barry accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. He graduated from Henry Clay High School and retired...

Demetrius Ann Moore

Demetrius Ann Moore

Aug 16, 2023

Graveside services for Demetrius Ann Moore will be held Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in our Garden of Stillwaters.

Fender Funeral Directors, Lexington, is in charge of arrangements.

Lloyd Feddars, Jr.

Lloyd Feddars, Jr.

Aug 16, 2023

Lloyd Feddars, Jr., 89, of Lexington, beloved husband of Eurbie B. Feddars, passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2023.

He was born August 19, 1933 in Bourbon County, a son of the late Mary Rison Feddars and Lloyd Feddars, Sr.

A U.S. Army veteran, Lloyd was retired from IBM and attended Gardenside Baptist Church. In his...

Jan Marie (Crumbie)  Locke

Jan Marie (Crumbie) Locke

Aug 14, 2023

Jan Marie Crumbie Locke, 61, widow of the late Davey Locke, died Monday, August 14, 2023, at University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, KY.

Born in Paris, KY, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Betty Tye Crumbie, II. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Paris, KY and also attended Shiloh Baptist in...

James D'Shawn Washington

James D'Shawn Washington

Aug 12, 2023

James D'Shawn Washington, 28, died Saturday August 12, 2023, at his home in Bronston, KY.

He was an employee of UGN in Somerset, KY, member of Veaches Chapel CME and loved spending time with his kids, grilling out/cooking and playing video games. He was also a 2013 graduate of Paris High School where he played basketball and...

Daonna Jean Collins

Daonna Jean Collins

Aug 10, 2023

Daonna Jean Collins was born on July 11, 1972.  She was the daughter of the late James Mayfield and Ella Pauline (Tommy) Williams. She departed this life on Thursday, August 10, 2023.

She was educated in the Fayette County Public School System and attended Bryan Station High School.

Daonna attended Mt. Olivet Baptist Church under...

Dr. John A. Moore, Sr.

Dr. John A. Moore, Sr.

Aug 10, 2023

Dr. John A. Moore, Sr. was born to the late Rev. Thomas E. Moore Sr. and Kathleen (Steele) Moore, on December 29, 1957, in Lexington, KY.

John was a scholar and graduate of Henry Clay High School, in Lexington KY. He continued his education with receiving his BA from Western Kentucky University, as well as his MA...

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