Mattie Frances (Woods) Woods
Sep 29, 2025
Mattie Frances Woods, a nurturing soul cherished by an extensive family and a beacon of warmth and laughter within her community, completed her earthly journey on September 29, 2025, in Lexington, KY, enveloped by the love of her family. Born on July 26, 1940, in Paris, KY, Mattie was the matriarch of a vibrant and loving family. Her zest for...
Iva Christine (Gill) Hash
Sep 28, 2025
Iva Christine Hash, 95, of Paris, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025. Born in Lewis County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Orville Lee and Olive Gertrude Gill. She leaves behind an incredible legacy of love and care for her family. Affectionately known as "Mamaw," Christine was preceded in death by her husband of 75 years, Joshua...
Sharon Kay (Hallis) Hart
Sep 23, 2025
Sharon Kay Hart, a beacon of love and passion in her community, passed away on September 23, 2025, in her hometown of Lexington, Kentucky, due to cardiac arrest. Born on March 25, 1970, to Mary and the late James Hallis, Sharon's early years in the rolling hills of Lexington shaped her into a thoughtful and caring individual. Sharon's academic journey...
Sarah Catherine (Johnson) Johnson
Sep 21, 2025
Sara Catherine Johnson was born on November 23, 1939, in Lexington, Kentucky, to the late Earl D. Johnson and Catherine Canady. She confessed her faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior at an early age at Greater Liberty Baptist Church, the family church, in Lexington. Sara attended Fayette County Public Schools and later moved to Brooklyn, New York, where...
Woodrow "Woody" Clark
Sep 20, 2025
Woodrow "Woody" Clark went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 20, 2025, with his family by his side. A native of Bourbon County, he was born on January 23, 1935 to Norman and Oakley Parker Clark. Woody loved his family and farming. He retired from IBM and continued farming and taking care of his garden. He loved...
Marsha Ann Bottoms
Sep 17, 2025
Marsha Bottoms, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, at the age of 77. Born in Lexington, Kentucky, she was raised with values of determination, kindness, and faith, which guided her throughout her life. Marsha devoted 29 years of service to the Fayette County Public School System, where she became a trusted presence and...
Marisa Crooks
Sep 16, 2025
Graveside services for Marisa Crooks will be held in our Garden of Veterans, Friday September 19, 2025 at 4pm
Fender Funeral Directors, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements
Abelardo Garcia Cabrera
Sep 15, 2025
Abelardo Garcia Cabrera, a cherished husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home in Lexington, Kentucky, on September 15, 2025. Born on July 5, 1971, in Tamaulipas, Mexico, Abelardo's passion, laughter, and warm spirit touched a l who knew him throughout his 54 years of life. Abelardo spent his formative years in Mexico before moving to...
Mary Ellen Jackson
Sep 10, 2025
Mary Ellen Jackson, a beacon of kindness and intellect, departed this world on September 10, 2025, in Danville, KY; she was a vibrant presence born into the Jackson family on October 7, 1942, in Paris, KY. Her legacy of warmth and wisdom shaped many lives during her prolific career as an educator and has left an indelible mark on the...
Arthur Thomas Wagoner, Jr
Sep 9, 2025
Arthur Thomas Wagoner Jr., age 76, of Lexington, Kentucky, went home to Jesus on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at Saint Joseph Hospital. He was the son of the late Arthur T. Wagoner Sr. and the late Evelyn Guy Wagoner. He has two surviving sisters, Patsy "Pat" Wagoner Spicer and Bonnie (Kevin) Wagoner Crump, both of Paris; nieces, Vicki (Roy)...
Larry Gene Harris, Sr
Sep 8, 2025
Larry Gene Harris, Sr., aged 80, a cherished family man, diligent worker, and a US Army veteran, peacefully passed away on September 8, 2025, in Lexington, KY. Larry was born on August 3, 1945, in Paris, KY, to parents John L. Harris and Jo Emma Summers Harris. He grew up in a bustling household, teeming with energy and affection from...
James Thomas Robinson
Sep 4, 2025
James Thomas "Tom" Robinson, age 78, beloved husband of Lois "Gayle" Gullett Robinson, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, September 4, 2025, the day of their 55th Wedding Anniversary, at Baptist Health-Lexington, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born October 17, 1946, in Bourbon County, son of the late David F. and Alma Katherine Hawkins Robinson....
Reyna Lynn Stinnett
Sep 2, 2025
Reyna Lynn Stinnett, 7 months old, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Reyna was a beautiful, sweet soul, who left this world far too soon.
Reyna was loved beyond measure - from the very moment she came into this world - and she will be loved beyond measure until our last breaths. Our family will...
Jesse Hilton Baldridge
Aug 30, 2025
Jesse Hilton Baldridge, more commonly known as "Boppy," entered his eternal home with Jesus on August 30, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on June 12, 1938, in Lexington, Kentucky, Boppy lived a life marked by faith, service, and unconditional love for others.
Jesse faithfully served his community through a wide variety of roles, most notably...
Ralph Wilson Gross
Aug 25, 2025
Ralph Wilson Gross, 84, passed away on Monday August 25, 2025. Born in Jackson, Kentucky on September 21, 1940, he was the son of the late Hiram Clayton and Mattie Watkins Gross. Ralph was a self-employed electrician and a member of Loveland Baptist Church in Loveland, Ohio.
Survivors include his son, Scott Gross (Becky); two daughters, Angie...
Beverly Jeanne (Raye) Jones
Aug 21, 2025
With profound love and sorrow, we honor the life and enduring legacy of Beverly Jeanne Raye Jones—a cherished wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, educator, and friend. Beverly passed away peacefully at her home in Bowie, Maryland, on August 21, 2025, with her loving and devoted daughter, Sammie Johnson, by her side. Born on November 21, 1938, in Lexington, Kentucky, Beverly...
Sedric Gilbert
Aug 18, 2025
Graveside services for Sedric Gilbert will be held Thursday, August 28, 2025 in our Garden of Serenity
Fender Funeral Directors, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements
Anna Elizabeth Holman
Aug 17, 2025
Anna E. "Libby" Holman, daughter of the late James Holman and Ethel Rawlings Young (Stepfather, William L. Young) went home to be with the Lord on August 17, 2025. Libby was born July 2, 1936.
She was a graduate of the former Western High School in Paris, KY and was a member of the American Legion Post...
Jerry Allen Walker, Jr
Aug 5, 2025
Jerry Allen Walker Jr., 69, of Cynthiana, KY, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY. He was born in Bourbon County, KY, on January 6, 1956, to Phyllis Ellington Jordan and the late Lucius "Buddy" Moreland. Besides his father, he was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Paul and Rose...
Charles "Mickey" Mullins
Aug 3, 2025
Charles "Mickey" Mullins gained his heavenly wings on August 3rd., 2025, at the age of 82, with his loving wife Connie of 18 years by his side. Born on August 30th., 1942 in Lexington, Kentucky to the late Charles and Hilda Leake Mullins. Mickey's life was a testament to his unwavering faith and dedication to his loved ones. He...
