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.

Berry Sebastian

Berry Sebastian

Sep 22, 2022

Berry Sebastian, of Paris, husband of Phyllis Adams Sebastian, departed this life on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Bourbon Community Hospital, having attained the age of 79 years.

Berry was born in Breathitt County on September 25, 1942, the son of the late Wardie and Dora Turner Sebastian, was retired from Bourbon Heights, were he worked as...

Richard M. Brothers

Richard M. Brothers

Sep 18, 2022

Richard M. Brothers, 72, husband of Kimberly Sue Morrison Brothers, died Sunday September 18, 2022 at the VA Medical Center, Lexington, KY.

He was the son of the late Jospeh and Mattie Frances Baker Brothers. He was a United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, enjoyed working outdoors and loved his family and friends.

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Jack Evan Reeves

Jack Evan Reeves

Sep 12, 2022

Graveside services for Jack Evan Reeves will be held Wednesday, June 6, 2023 at 3:30 p.m. in our Garden of Serenity.

Smith & Smith Funeral Home, Lexington, is in charge of arrangements.

Michael R Greer

Michael R Greer

Sep 12, 2022

Graveside services for Michael R. Greer will be held Tuesday, November 29, 2022 in our Garden of Serenity.

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

Billy James Reed

Billy James Reed

Sep 11, 2022

Billy James "Cap" Reed, 68, died Sunday September 11, 2022 at the Bourbon Community Hospital, Paris, KY.

He was born in Paris, KY to the late Gloria Howard and the late William "Sonny" Reed on March 28, 1954. He was a member of the Seventh Street Christian Church, were he sung in the choir, "Chariots of Fire"....

Donald G Baker

Donald G Baker

Sep 11, 2022

BAKER, Donald G., 93, husband of the Addie Mae Baker, his wife of 58 years, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022 in Lexington, KY.

He was born in May 18, 1929, in Manchester, KY to the late Carl and Charity Baker. He was a faithful member of Bryan Station Baptist Church for over 50 years.

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Cynthia Ann Bates

Cynthia Ann Bates

Sep 10, 2022

Cynthia Ann Knox Bates, 82, widow of Robert Lee "Bob" Bates, passed away Saturday, September 10, 2022, at Baptist Health Lexington. She was born in Stanton, Kentucky, on September 3, 1940, to the late Guy Knox and Gertie McCoy Knox.

She is survived by her brother, Winford "Trent" Knox; sister, Lorene Maloney; grandchildren, David Lee Ousley and...

Ronald Hiles

Ronald Hiles

Sep 9, 2022

Ronald David Hiles, 76 went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 9, 2022.

He was born on April 25, 1946 in Lexington, Kentucky to parents Marion and Florida B. Hiles. He is survived by his wife Carolyn, son Joe David and brother Charlie (Charlotte).

8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Many nieces and...

George L Logan

George L Logan

Sep 6, 2022

George Leslie Logan, 93, died Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at the Lexington VA Hospital with his wife and family by his side.

George was born February 27, 1929, in Stanford, Kentucky, to Mary and James Logan. In 1951, George graduated from Kentucky State College. George enrolled in graduate school in 1951 at the University of Kentucky where...

Betty Louise (Long)  Reinsmith

Betty Louise (Long) Reinsmith

Sep 5, 2022

Beloved wife of the late Cecil Ray Reinsmith went to her eternal home on Monday, September 5th at her home with her daughters by her side.

Betty was born January 31, 1939 to Virgil Estes & Elsie Ruth Long. She was the oldest of 9. She was born, raised and stayed in Bourbon County.

By...

Clifford Eugene Cornwell

Clifford Eugene Cornwell

Sep 4, 2022

Clifford Eugene Cornwell, 61, husband of Barbara Johnson Cornwell and widower to the late Sharon Cornwell, died Sunday September 4, 2022 at the Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester, KY.

He was born in Mount Sterling, KY to Annie Ballard Jenkins and the late Clifford Cornwell. He was a retired farmer, working many years with Clyde Olsen. Clifford...

Paula Dean Davis

Paula Dean Davis

Sep 2, 2022

Paula Dean Davis, 63, died Friday September 2, 2022 at her home in Paris, KY.

She was born in Maysville, KY to the late Anita LaVerne Roberts Davis McDaniel and the late Walthan Dean Davis. Paula was a member of the Trinity Church of God and often watched The River of Life Ministries online church services and...

Nekiter L Chenault

Nekiter L Chenault

Aug 29, 2022

Nekiter "Kina" Chenault was born November 15, 1960, to the late Elmore and Valerie Chenault Sr.

She was called to eternal rest Monday morning August 29, 2022 at Baptist Health Hospital.

Nekiter confessed a hope in Christ and was a member of Imani Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Willis Polk.

Nekiter...

Mary Frances (Sparks)  Jones

Mary Frances (Sparks) Jones

Aug 29, 2022

Mary Frances Sparks Jones, widow of Virgil Jones, departed this life on Monday evening, August 29, 2022, at Cedar Ridge Nursing Home in Cynthiana, having attained the age of 85 years. She was born on November 10, 1936, in Bourbon County, Kentucky the daughter of the late Ritsel Thomas and Christine Florence Sparks, a graduate of Lafayette High School,...

Mayme J Salyers

Mayme J Salyers

Aug 25, 2022

Mayme Salyers, 86, departed this life August 25, 2022. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 31st, 10 am to 12 pm at Smith & Smith Funeral Home, Lexington, with the service immediately following.

Burial will be in our Garden of Everlasting Life

Larry F Hanley

Larry F Hanley

Aug 23, 2022

Brother Larry F. Harley, Sr. was born on July 13, 1948 to the late William H. Hanley and the late Hannah Carson in Lexington, Kentucky. He departed this life on Tuesday, August 23, 2022.

Brother Larry was a member of Bethel Baptist Church of Lexington, Kentucky.

Brother Larry worked for the Lexington Fayette Urban County...

Judy A Johnson

Judy A Johnson

Aug 20, 2022

Graveside services for Judy A. Johnson will be held Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. in our Garden of The Last Supper.

Hawkins Taylor Funeral Home, Lexington, is in charge of arrangements.

Jeralene C Johnson

Jeralene C Johnson

Aug 18, 2022

Jeralene Curtis Johnson was born June 25, 1920 in Lexington, Ky. to the late Mamie and Raymond Lewis Curtis. At the age of 102 years, she was called home to her eternal rest on Thursday, August 18, 2022.

As a child being raised in Lexington, she confessed hope in the Lord Jesus Christ and became a member...

Clarence Laine, Jr.

Clarence Laine, Jr.

Aug 9, 2022

Graveside services for Clarence Laine, Jr. will be held Monday, August 22, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. in our Garden of The Last Supper.

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

Carolyn June (Barbee)  Overly

Carolyn June (Barbee) Overly

Aug 6, 2022

Carolyn June Barbee Roach Overly, 82, widow of the late Edgar Kenneth Roach and the late Bobby Overly; died Saturday August 6, 2022 in Paris, KY.

She was born in Myers, KY to the late Oney and Lorena Hudson Barbee. She was a homemaker and loved her flower garden, fishing and baking. Carolyn loved spending time with...

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