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.

Jannive L. Young

Jannive L. Young

Feb 18, 2021

Graveside services were held Wednesday, February 24, 2021 in our Garden of Stillwaters

Smith and Smith Funeral Home, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements

Billie Jean (Adams)  Watkins

Billie Jean (Adams) Watkins

Feb 18, 2021

Billie Jean Watkins, 69, widow of Earl T. Watkins, passed away Thursday February 18, 2021.

Born in Lexington KY, she was the daughter of the late Etta Adams and Earl E. Crouch.

She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and friends. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, three daughters, Lisa (Eddie) Sexton, Billie...

Lewis "Junie" Boone

Lewis "Junie" Boone

Feb 15, 2021

On Monday, February 15, 2021, Lewis "Junie" Boone, loving husband, father of two, grandfather of five, & great-grandfather of two passed away at the age of 79.

Lewis was born on October 21, 1941 in Georgetown, KY to Lucille Boone. He was employed by Graybar Electric for 27 years.

On July 29th, 1961 he married...

Wanda Marie (Harris)  Traylor

Wanda Marie (Harris) Traylor

Feb 15, 2021

Wanda Marie Harris Traylor, 85, widow of the late James Orr Traylor, died Monday February 15, 2021 at her residence.

A native of O'Donnell, TX, she was the daughter of the late Joy and Lorene Mildred Ramsey Harris. She was a retired farmer, member of First Christian Church of Paris and enjoyed spending time at the Bourbon...

Arthur Louis Johnson

Arthur Louis Johnson

Feb 13, 2021

Graveside Services for Arthur L Johnson was held Friday, February 26, 2021 at 12:45pm in our Garden of Serenity

O.L. Hughes Mortuary, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements

Pauline "Polly" (Cheatham)  Whalen

Pauline "Polly" (Cheatham) Whalen

Feb 13, 2021

Pauline "Polly" Cheatham Whalen, age 80, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Baptist Health Lexington.

Polly was born June 24, 1940 in Danville, Kentucky to the late Joe Lewis Cheatham and Sadie Katherine Walls.

Polly was a Daycare Director and owner of Whalen's HobbyLand Day Care for 40 years.

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Wallace "Junior" Brown

Wallace "Junior" Brown

Feb 13, 2021

Wallace "Junior" Brown, Jr. of Paris, widower of Anna Margaret "Marge" Paynter Brown, having been married 52 years, departed this life on Saturday, February 13, 2021, at Sayre Christian Village, at the age of 98 years.

He was born on December 31, 1922, in Burlington, Kentucky, the son of the late Wallace Brown Sr., and Mayme Moore...

Kenya Renee (Cunningham)  Higgins

Kenya Renee (Cunningham) Higgins

Feb 11, 2021

Kenya Renee Cunningham Higgins, 31, wife of Jermaine Andre Higgins, died Thursday February 11, 2021.

She was born in Lexington, KY to Kenneth and Debra Crooks Cunningham. She was a homemaker, a member of the Total Grace Baptist Church, Lexington, KY and a graduate of Paris High School.

In addition to her husband and parents,...

Patricia Faye Jackson

Patricia Faye Jackson

Feb 6, 2021

Patricia Faye Jackson departed her earthly home for her heavenly home on Saturday, February 6, 2021.

She was a devoted lifetime member of Centerville Missionary Baptist Church, you could always depend on her for a hearty hug, warm smile and a joyful feeling. She was the church custodian and has served in many capacities including Women's Ministry...

Anne Florence (Lawson)  Brence

Anne Florence (Lawson) Brence

Feb 3, 2021

Anne Lawson Florence Brence departed this life unexpectedly at her home, on Wednesday, February 3, 2021, having attained the age of 90 years.

She was born on June 22, 1930 in Bourbon County, KY, the daughter of the late Ezekiel Thomas Lawson and Alice Smith Lawson

Anne Lawson Florence Brence was a graduate of the...

Catherine Young

Catherine Young

Feb 1, 2021

Graveside services for Catherine Young will be held Thursday February 11, 2021 at 1:45 pm in our Garden of Last Supper.

Hawkins Taylor Funeral Home 425 Race Street Lexington, KY 40508 is in charge of the arrangements.

Velma Darlene (Barbee)  Ritchie

Velma Darlene (Barbee) Ritchie

Jan 27, 2021

Velma Darlene Barbee Ritchie, 76, widow of the late Billy Ray Jones and Garry Wayne Ritchie, died Wednesday January 27, 2021 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY. She was born in Carlisle, KY to the late Oney and Lorene Hudson Barbee.

She was a homemaker, member of the River of Life Ministries, she loved...

Melvin Dewey Hutchens

Melvin Dewey Hutchens

Jan 24, 2021

Melvin Dewey Hutchens, Sr., 83, passed away on January 24, 2021.

He was born on October 28, 1937 to the late Thomas J. and Sallie M. Hutchens.

Melvin was a Fayette County Fireman for 15 years before becoming a horseman at Hardboot and Mereworth Farm's.

He is preceded in death by six brothers...

William   "Bill" E Jones Jr.

William "Bill" E Jones Jr.

Jan 20, 2021

William E. Jones Jr. was born June 19, 1963 in Paris, KY to William E. and the late Ethel Jones.

His homegoing was January 20, 2021.

He grew up in Paris and graduated Paris High School before entering the United States Air Force for 6 years. While serving in the military, he met and married...

Herbert W Jones Sr.

Herbert W Jones Sr.

Jan 19, 2021

Herbert W. Jones, Sr., 89, widower of the late Ann Jewett Nichols Jones, died Tuesday January 19, 2021 at the Central Baptist Hospital, Lexington, KY.

He was born in Cynthiana, KY, to the late John Edward and Mary Lee Stone Jones.

He was a longtime and very respected horse trainer. He also loved to hunt...

Herbert W Jones

Herbert W Jones

Jan 19, 2021

Graveside services for Herbert W Jones will be held Friday January 22, 2021 at 1:30 pm in our Garden of Last Supper.

Lusk-McFarland 1120 Main Street Paris KY 40361 is in charge of the arrangements

Anthony   "Tony" Walker

Anthony "Tony" Walker

Jan 14, 2021

Anthony Walker October 29, 1961 - January 14, 2021 Lexington, Kentucky

"Tony" died at his home on Jan 14, 2021.

He was born in Hazard, KY on Oct 29, 1961 to the late James L. and Laura Walker.

Visit 11am, Thurs, Jan 21, 2021 at O.L. Hughes Funeral Home 322 East Third Street,...

Billy Hayes

Billy Hayes

Jan 12, 2021

Obituary

Billy Hayes, 86, widower of Rosella Catherine Skinner Hayes, died Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at St Joseph East Hospital, Lexington, KY.

A native of Berea, KY, he was the son of the late Robert and Rosalie Hayes.

He was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses of Paris, KY and a...

Margaret (Mack)  Ashley

Margaret (Mack) Ashley

Jan 7, 2021

Margaret Mack Ashley December 25, 2026 - January 7, 2021 Lexington, Kentucky - Margaret Mack Ashley 94, died on January 7, 2021 at the Valhalla Post Acute Nursing Home in Louisville, Kentucky.

She is survived by sons, Kenneth C. Ashley (Jean) of Louisville, Kentucky and Gerald P. Ashley (Krystal) of St. Joseph, Missouri and daughter-in-law, Martha J....

Mary A Fain

Mary A Fain

Jan 1, 2021

Graveside services for Mary A Fain will be held Saturday January 9th, 2021 at 11:00 AM in our Garden of Last Supper.

Fender Funeral Home 1593 Russel Cave Road, Lexington KY 40505 is in charge of the arrangements.

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