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.

Marilyn Sue (Bartlett)  Davis

Marilyn Sue (Bartlett) Davis

Oct 27, 2022

Marilyn Sue Bartlett Davis, 75, wife of Harold Gene Davis for 38 years, died Thursday October 27, 2022 at her home. She was born in Paris, KY to the late Earl and Katherine Purcell Bartlett.

Sue was a retired (OB) Obstetrics Registered Nurse at the Georgetown Community Hospital for over 38 years having help deliver a great...

Charlette Ann (Henry)  Cummins

Charlette Ann (Henry) Cummins

Oct 26, 2022

Charlette Ann Henry Cummins, 76, passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at her son's home in Cynthiana.

Born September 13, 1946 in Harrison County to the late Oakley & Edna Frances McKinney Henry, she was a retired employee of 3M and member of Oddville Christian Church. Charlette greatly enjoyed traveling and was a huge fan of Elvis...

Edith May Potts-Mccool

Edith May Potts-Mccool

Oct 25, 2022

Edith May Potts-McCool, 68, of Nicholasville, died October 25, 2022. Born April 15, 1954, in Lexington, KY, Edith was the daughter of the late, Floyd and Roxie Potts.

"Edie" was one of the sweetest, loving, giving people in this world. She would always light up a room and had the biggest heart. She always put everyone first,...

Harvey C Nichols

Harvey C Nichols

Oct 18, 2022

Harvey C. "Nick" Nichols, 84, husband of Jackie Wingo-Nichols, died Tuesday October 18, 2022 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY.

He was born in Brentsville, KY to the late Charlie and Elizabeth Fugate Nichols. He was retired from University of Kentucky maintenance department, was a long time horse trainer at Stone Farms, Pairs, KY...

Sue Spurlock

Sue Spurlock

Oct 17, 2022

Sue Spurlock, 76, wife of Douglas Spurlock, passed away Monday, October 17, 2022, at the St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington. She was born October 5, 1946, in Richmond, KY to the late Matthew and Katherine Short Rollins.

Sue was a graduate of Henry Clay High School and was retired from GE. She was a member of Man...

Shane M Kissick

Shane M Kissick

Oct 14, 2022

Shane Michael Kissick, passed away unexpectedly on October 14, 2022 at the age of 41.

He was born on August 3, 1981 in Lexington, Kentucky. Shane enjoyed spending time with his loved ones and his dog, Lola.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Helen Kanatzer Forenback (Harold) and Shirley Kissick. Shane leaves to...

Emily (Hutchison)  Hutchison

Emily (Hutchison) Hutchison

Oct 12, 2022

Emily Hutchison McCarty, born September 24, 1934, to Marion and Emma Hutchison, passed on October 12, 2022.

She is survived by her husband of 71 years Alva McCarty, her children Mona (Rick) Seratt, Barbara (Roy) Shields, and Tracy McCarty, her grandchildren Travis (Jennifer) Pelfrey, Elizabeth Seratt Haynes, Jeremy (J.R.) Pelfrey, and Brayden McCarty, her great grandchildren Jacob...

Beverly Jean Darneal

Beverly Jean Darneal

Oct 5, 2022

Beverly Jean Darneal was born November 14, 1942, in Lexington, KY, to the union of Robert Brown Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Brown (Garner). She was quietly called home from this life to everlasting joy on October 5, 2022.

On her profession of faith in Christ Jesus as Savior, she united with the Main Street Baptist Church, on...

Joe Cable

Joe Cable

Sep 28, 2022

Joe Cable, 91, husband of Betty J. Cable, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022.

A funeral service will be held 12pm Tuesday at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home – Main Street. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memory Gardens. Visitation will be Monday from 4-7pm and Tuesday from 11am until the time of service.

Joe Grady Lewis

Joe Grady Lewis

Sep 27, 2022

Joe Grady Lewis was born March 28, 1941, in Lexington to the late Charles T. and Lula Lewis. He departed this life on September 27, 2022.

Joe Grady graduated from Paul Lawrence Dunbar in 1959. He worked for the Phoenix Hotel and retired from Spindletop Hall. He was an avid University of Kentucky Basketball fan. Joe Grady...

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.

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