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.
Mary Elizabeth Upton
Jul 4, 2023
Mary Elizabeth Upton of Lexington, Kentucky, gained her wings on her 98TH Birthday, Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at Signature Healthcare in Georgetown, Kentucky.
Mary was an only child born to the late Fred William Upton of Knoxville, Tennessee and Mary Frances Holt of Lexington.
Mary found the Lord at an early age at Bethel Baptist...
Michele Lynn (Cosby) Porter
Jun 29, 2023
Michele Lynn Porter (Sunshine) 56, of Lexington, KY, passed peacefully Thursday, June 29, 2023 at U.K. Good Samaritan Hospital while surrounded by friends and family.
She was born July 17, 1966 in Winchester, KY to the late Ralph and Gladys Cosby.
She is survived by one sister, Louise Lumpkins, Winchester, Ky; Louise's "Rock" Gerald Porter,...
Naomi (Hellard) Curtis
Jun 28, 2023
Naomi Hellard Curtis, 82, wife of Larry Edwin Curtis for almost 60 years, died Wednesday June 28, 2023, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY.
She was born in Sand Gap, Ky to the late Glyndon and Hazel Ward Hellard. Naomi worked at Kentucky Textiles for many years and was an exceptionally talented seamstress. She...
Patricia "Patty" (Hudnall) Carpenter
Jun 24, 2023
Patricia "Patty" "Chubbs" Hudnall Carpenter, 82, widow of the late Richard Carpenter, died Saturday June 24, 2023, at the St. Joseph Hospital, Lexington, KY.
She was born in Paris, KY to the late Hallie Hudnall, Sr., and the late Lola Rankin Hudnall and graduate of Paris High School. Patty retired from Kentucky Bank after 38 years of...
Mary Lee Stone
Jun 24, 2023
Mary Lee Stone, 86, widow of Sidney Burnette Stone, died Saturday June 24, 2023. Born on February 20, 1937 in Hazard KY, she was the daughter of the late Drury and Laura Shell Catron.
Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00pm Thursday June 29, 2023 at Evergreen Memorial Gardens. There will be no visitation.
Eleanor Louise (Thomas) Wilson
Jun 23, 2023
Eleanor Louise Thomas Wilson " Ella" 83, went to be with the Lord, peacefully in her home Friday afternoon June 23, 2023.
She was the fourth daughter of the late Bishop J.B. Thomas Sr. and Marian Jackson Thomas, founder of House of God No. 2.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two older...
Anna Carol Moore
Jun 20, 2023
Anna Carol Harris Moore, was born to the late Neal J. Harris and Beulah B. Harris, November 3, 1955, in Paducah, KY. Anna was a graduate of Bryan Station High School, Lexington KY, and continued her education with receiving her BA from Kentucky State University and her MA from Georgetown College. She was a life member of Alpha Kappa...
Harry Larkin Tucker
Jun 16, 2023
Harry Larkin Tucker, 95, husband of Barbara McFarland Tucker died at his home after an extended illness, Friday June 16, 2023, surrounded by family.
He was born May 11, 1928 in Mason County, KY. He was employed by IBM, Lexington, KY for 32 years and was a member of Georgetown First United Methodist Church.
In...
Sarah Elizabeth Livingston
Jun 14, 2023
Sarah Livingston was born May 19, 1962 to the late Lilly Mae and Jerry Beatty in Lexington, Kentucky.
Sarah was educated in the Fayette County School and obtained her CDA from College Technical Education.
Sarah was a ray of sunshine. She loved to laugh, smile, crack jokes, dance and be around family. She was always...
Elizabeth "Betsy" Louise (Allen) Dailey
Jun 12, 2023
Elizabeth "Betsy" Louise Allen Dailey, wife of Peter R. Dailey IV of Winchester, departed this life on Monday, June 12, 2023. She was born February 3, 1953, in Paris, daughter of James E. Allen and Marjorie Nell Davis Allen, precious mother who didn't get to enjoy motherhood here on earth long enough but was a mother figure to all...
James Bales
Jun 5, 2023
Mr. James Bales "Paco", 68, of Lexington, Kentucky passed away on June 05, 2023, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center.
James was born on May 6, 1955 to the late Clarence Bales and Beulah Mitchell in Georgetown, KY.
James was preceded in death by his parents.
Left to cherish his memory are...
Janice Young
Jun 3, 2023
Graveside services for Janice Young will be held Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. in our Garden of Serenity.
Fender Funeral Directors, Lexington, is in charge of arrangements.
James E. Greenlee
Jun 1, 2023
James Edward Greenlee II, better known as "L.J.," was born July 23, 1978 in Lexington, Kentucky, the son of Mr. James and Mrs. Jeralene Greenlee. He was called home from this life on June 1, 2023 after a two-year battle with cancer. He was 44 years old.
L.J. was a 1996 graduate of Bryan Station High School,...
Liza Mae Helton
May 31, 2023
Liza Mae Helton, 94, Lexington, widow of Pat Helton, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.
A native of Barbourville, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Belle Foley Engle. She was a member of North View Baptist Church and a homemaker.
She is survived by...
Bernard Cross
May 30, 2023
Bernard Witty Cross, 70, died Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at his home in Lexington, KY.
A native of Toledo, Ohio, he was the son of the late Bonnie Jean Witty-Fortune. He was raised by the late Mr. and Mrs. Eliza Mason "Aunt Tee" from Paris Ky after his teenage years. He retired from the VA Hospital working...
Jalen L. Henderson
May 21, 2023
Graveside services for Jalen L. Henderson will be held Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. in our Garden of Devotion.
O.L. Hughes and Sons Funeral Home, Lexington, is in charge of arrangements.
Ophelia D. Clay
May 19, 2023
Ophelia "Dee Dee" Clay, Age 70 of Lexington, Ky, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2023 after her courageous 16-year battle with kidney disease.
On September 11, 1952 our angel was born to the late J.T. Clay Sr and Alice Clay. She was a graduate of Henry Clay high school. She then spent her adult years working...
Laura Alice (Walker) Franks
May 14, 2023
Laura Alice Walker Franks, 94, widow of the late Robert Cecil Franks, died Sunday May 14, 2023, at the Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Stanton, KY.
She was born in Mt. Sterling, KY to the late Pete and Gwendolyn Guest Walker. Laura was a retired employee of the Bourbon County High School, loved watching sports and fishing...
Auto U. Becker
May 13, 2023
Auto Becker was born December 2, 1991 to Barbara Chumley and Harry Hopkins, Sr. in Harlan, Kentucky.
Auto graduated from Berea High School, were he excelled in playing football. Auto loved kids, music and sports. He loved life and making people smile. Auto was a great father, son, brother and nephew to his family. He was a...
Mamie Elizabeth (Mabson) Holloman
May 13, 2023
Graveside services for Mamie Elizabeth Holloman will be held Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. in our Garden of Stillwaters.
Hawkins Taylor Funeral Home, Lexington, is in charge of arrangements.
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