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.

Ann Elizabeth Collins

Ann Elizabeth Collins

Mar 5, 2022

Ann Elizabeth Collins, 78, passed away March 5, 2022. She was born in Augusta, Georgia on February 12, 1944 to the late J.C. Long and Mary Gladys Collins Galyon. Ann attended South Broadway Christian Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bennie Collins and a step brother, Tommy Bowling. Ann is survived by her daughter, Brooke Fox;...

Naomi Faye Jackson

Naomi Faye Jackson

Mar 5, 2022

Naomi Faye Alfrey Jackson, 79, died Saturday March 5, 2022 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY. She was born in Salt Lick, KY to the late Hollie and Thelma Donathan Alfrey. She was a homemaker, enjoyed babysitting and a good yard sale. Faye loved her family and cherished spending time with her children, grandchildren and great...

Angel Marie Duncan

Angel Marie Duncan

Mar 3, 2022

Graveside services for Angel Duncan will be held Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 2:15 p.m. in our Garden of Serenity.

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

Joyce Lewis Hanley

Joyce Lewis Hanley

Feb 26, 2022

Sister Joyce K. Lewis Hanley was born on November 3, 1949, to the late John K. Lewis and Juanita M. Brown Lewis in Lexington, Kentucky. She departed this life on Saturday, February 26, 2022.

Sister Joyce was a faithful member of historic Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church. She was a member of the 40-year Christian group Children...

Gracie Mae Owens Miracle

Gracie Mae Owens Miracle

Feb 20, 2022

Gracie Mae Owens Miracle, 80, wife of Dexter Miracle for 64 years as of February 15, 2022, died Sunday February 20, 2022 at her home in Paris, KY. She was born in Bell County, KY to the late Thomas and Roxie Cavins Owens. She was a former J.C. Penny employee, Home Interior Design Sales Representative and a former employee...

Edelweiss Roberts

Edelweiss Roberts

Feb 18, 2022

Edelweiss (Weisy) Spencer Roberts, died Friday, February 18, 2022, at Baptist Health in Lexington, Kentucky, at the age of 97. Born February 5, 1925, in Lynchburg, Virginia, a daughter of the late John Kilpen Spencer and Letitia Florence Womeldorf Spencer. Weisy was a graduate of E.C. Glass High School, received her bachelor's degree from Bob Jones University in Cleveland,...

Joseph Booker Parker

Joseph Booker Parker

Feb 17, 2022

JJoseph Booker "Joe P." "AH HA" Parker, died Thursday February 17, 2022 at his home in Paris, KY. He was born in Paris, KY to the late Joseph Henry and Argerta Booker Parker. He was a retired employee of the Dura/Weaver Company and a skilled mechanic. Joe was passionate about prison ministry and was a member of the St....

Aaron Earl Johnson

Aaron Earl Johnson

Feb 16, 2022

Aaron Earl Johnson, widower of Donna Johnson, was born October 17, 1951, to the union of Vermont Johnson, Sr. and Ida Mae Johnson in Danville, Kentucky. God called him from labor to reward on February 16, 2022. Aaron was affectionately known by all that knew and loved him as "AJ ".

He was preceded in death his...

Samuel Adams

Samuel Adams

Feb 9, 2022

Graveside services for Samuel Adams will be held Friday, February 18, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in out Garden of the Last Supper.

Morgan Funeral Home, Versailles, is in charge of arrangements.

Margaret Lee Matherly

Margaret Lee Matherly

Feb 7, 2022

Margaret Lee Matherly, 86, was born on November 13, 1935, in Fayette County to the late Thomas Stokley and Bertha Ellen Brock. She was the widow of the Robert Warren Matherly. Margaret passed away in the early morning of February 7, 2022. She lived most of her life in the Imperial Mobile Park. Margaret was a sweet and loving...

Stacie Lynn Brugger

Stacie Lynn Brugger

Feb 7, 2022

Stacie Lynn Brugger, 21, died Monday, February 7, 2022 in Unicoi, Tennessee. Born in Ashville, North Carolina, she was the daughter of Donald "Donnie" Brugger and April Trivette Smith. She worked at the ACT Call Center in Kingsport, TN, loved to draw and was a tattoo artist. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her stepmother, Christy...

Norman William Allen

Norman William Allen

Feb 4, 2022

Norman William Allen was born October 24, 1942, in Paris, KY, to Margaret L. Reed and Edward Jackson Allen. He was jointly raised by his parents and loving stepmother, Ernestine Crooks Allen. Norman would become known affectionately by many as "Bee" and later still as "Stormin' Norman." As a child, Norman united with Zion Baptist Church (Paris, KY) and...

Clyde Eugene Marks, Sr.

Clyde Eugene Marks, Sr.

Feb 1, 2022

Clyde E. Marks, Sr., husband of Rosetta Marks, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on February 1st, 2022, having attained the age of 77. Clyde was born August 3rd, 1944, in Paris, KY, the son of the late Edward and Stella Mae Johnson Marks. He was a graduate of Paris High School, class of 1964....

Paul Glen Rose

Paul Glen Rose

Jan 25, 2022

Paul Glen Rose, 65, husband of Dianna Lynn Foreman Rose for 46 years, died Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at his home in Paris, KY. He was born in Richmond, KY to the late Wiley and Vurchnell Rose. Paul was a retired grocery store owner, an avid outdoorsman and an active member of Antioch Christian Church. In addition to his...

Vivian Cowan

Vivian Cowan

Jan 23, 2022

Vivian J. Cowan, was born on August 26, 1932 to the late Rand and Fannie James in Avon, KY She was called home to rest on January 23, 2022. Vivian was united in Holy Matrimony to Robert R. Cowan Sr, to their union one son was born; Robert R. Cowan Jr. Vivian accepted Christ at an early age and...

Daniel Comley

Daniel Comley

Jan 19, 2022

Daniel Comley, 57, of Lexington, died January 19, 2022. Daniel was the son of the late Charles Comley and Edna Rankin Booker. Daniel was a licensed plumber for several years and was passionate about his work. He enjoyed sports, especially playing on the Wildfire baseball team. He was an avid University of Kentucky basketball fan. Daniel is survived by;...

Zinica Gelu Barbosu

Zinica Gelu Barbosu

Jan 18, 2022

Zinica "Gelu" Barbosu, 65, beloved husband of Rodica Iosipescu Barbosu for 24 years, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Baptist Health, Lexington, KY. Born in Vrancea, Romania, he was the son of the late Ion and Magdalena Barbosu. He was a machine operator at Montaplast in Frankfort, KY. He loved fishing, wood working, and yard work, spending time...

Teressia Ann Bowen

Teressia Ann Bowen

Jan 17, 2022

"Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed: for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee: yea, I will help thee: yea, I will uphold thee with the Right hand of my Righteousness." Isaiah 41:10 KJV

Teressia Ann Turner Bowen, 69, born October 25, 1952 to the late Eva M. Larry and Clinton...

Virginia Jones

Virginia Jones

Jan 16, 2022

Virginia Jones, 92, passed away on January 16, 2022 at St. Joseph Hospice Care. She was born in Monticello, KY on January 11, 1930 to the late Alford and Ginny Bobbitt. She was a long time dedicated member of Church of Christ / New Birth on 1690 Russell Cave Road. She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter,...

Ernest Lee Evans

Ernest Lee Evans

Jan 16, 2022

Ernest Lee Evans, 84, of Versailles, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022 at his residence. Born November 27, 1937 to the late Thomas Lee and Vilda Evans. He was a proud member of the U.S. Air Force and a member of Boones Creek Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Faye Evans; his son, Doug Evans;...

Subscribe

Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries

An orange arrow pointing to the right on a white background.
A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.