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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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