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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
Jan 14, 2021
Anthony Walker October 29, 1961 - January 14, 2021Â 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
Jan 12, 2021
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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
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
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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