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.

Jane Marie (Crawford)  Harris

Jane Marie (Crawford) Harris

Dec 28, 2020

Jane Marie Harris, age 88, passed away December 28, 2020 at Homestead Nursing Home.

She was born November 12, 1932 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky to the late Charles Crawford and Minnie Bell Law.

She was a food service worker for the Veterans Affairs Hospital. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by one daughter,...

Allan R Coleman

Allan R Coleman

Dec 26, 2020

Graveside services for Allan R. Coleman will be held Friday January 8th, 2021 at 11:00 AM in our Garden of Serenity.

Kerr Brothers Funeral Home 463 East Main Street, Lexington KY is in charge of the arrangements.

Georgia B Catlett

Georgia B Catlett

Dec 25, 2020

Graveside services for Georgia B Catlett will be held January 6th, 2021 at 1:45 PM in our Garden of Last Supper.

Smith & Smith Funeral Home 340 East Third St. Lexington, KY 40508 is in charge of the arrangements.

Berard 'Bernie" Sylvester Seger Jr.

Berard 'Bernie" Sylvester Seger Jr.

Dec 23, 2020

Bernard "Bernie" Sylvester Seger, Jr, 62, husband of Letitia Doram Seger, passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2020.

Born in Louisville, KY, he was the son of the late Bernard and Ailene Elizabeth Sapp Seger.

A graduate of St. Xavier High School in Louisville, he was a retired manager with TMMK. He enjoyed fishing and loved...

Je'Kobi Marshaun Wells

Je'Kobi Marshaun Wells

Dec 21, 2020

Je'Kobi Marshaun Wells, 21, loving son of William Wells and Gina and Kevin Willis, died Monday December 21, 2020 at the Bourbon Community Hospital, Paris, KY.

He was born in Lexington, KY and was a member of the Prodigal's House. He was a member of the Paris High School boys basketball team that won the 40th district...

Benita Lee (Robert)  Peoples

Benita Lee (Robert) Peoples

Dec 19, 2020

Benita Lee Roberts Peoples  July 26, 1960 - December 19, 2020 Lexington, Kentucky

Mrs. Benita Lee Roberts Peoples, 60, daughter of the late Gilbert Roberts Sr. and Paralee Simpson Roberts departed this life Saturday, December 19, 2020 after a long battle with breast cancer.

She graduated from Henry Clay High School and the University of...

Tiffany Ann Lawson

Tiffany Ann Lawson

Dec 18, 2020

Tiffany Ann Lawson, 29, died Friday December 18, 2020 at the Baptist East Hospital, Louisville, KY.

She is survived by her maternal grandmother, Linda Lawson; one aunt, Tracy (Jonathon) Duncan; two uncles, Tony (Angie) Lawson and Mark Lawson; one great aunt, Peggy (Wayne) Gay; three great uncles, Roy (Anita) Stith, Jerry Stith and Billy Stith; foster mother,...

Candace E (Spicer)  Marks

Candace E (Spicer) Marks

Dec 11, 2020

Candace Elizabeth Marks 86, widow of Samuel D. Marks, Sr. went to eternal rest on Friday, December 11, 2020. A native of Jackson, KY, she was the daughter of late Charles and Beatrice Spicer. She was the third child out of twelve children born to that union.

Candace married the love of her life on January 20,...

William   "Bill" Lee Earlywine

William "Bill" Lee Earlywine

Dec 11, 2020

William Lee "Bill" Earlywine, 84, husband of the late Dorothy Abnee Earlywine, passed away on Friday, December 11, 2020 at Clark Regional Medical Center.

Born June 14, 1936 in Nicholas Co. to the late Audrey & Josephine Lowe Earlywine, he was a dedicated, longtime employee of Southern States in Cynthiana, having proudly served many generations of area...

Harry Ray Mitchell

Harry Ray Mitchell

Dec 8, 2020

Harry Ray Mitchell, 60, died Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at his home in Winchester, KY.

A native of Paris, KY, he was the son of the late Henry Glenn and Marjorie Frances McCarty Mitchell. He was a member of the Living Water Church of Clay City, KY.

He is survived by five brothers, Henry Lee...

Paul Edward Blankenship

Paul Edward Blankenship

Dec 6, 2020

Paul Edward Blankenship, 72, husband of Ruth Ann McDonald Blankenship, died Sunday December 6, 2020 at his home in Lexington, KY.

He was born in West Liberty, KY to the late Oscar R. and Elizabeth Ball Blankenship.

He was a retired farm manager and a veteran of the United States Marine Corp.

In...

Mary Williams

Mary Williams

Dec 5, 2020

Grave side Services for Mary Williams will be held Friday December 11, 2020 at 1:00 pm in our Garden of Christus.

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

Dora Marie Sanford

Dora Marie Sanford

Dec 3, 2020

Grave side services for Dora M Sanford will be held Saturday December 12, 2020 at 1:30 pm in our Garden of Last Supper.

Smith & Smith 340 East Third Street Lexington KY 40508 is in charge of the arrangements.

Dr. Edgar Allen Wallace

Dr. Edgar Allen Wallace

Dec 2, 2020

Dr. Edgar A. Wallace transitioned from his earthly life to his heavenly home on December 2, 2020, at the age of 76.  Dr. Wallace was born November 5, 1944, in Hartwell, West Virginia to Bishop Dr. Theodore C. Wallace and Mrs. Bonnie Goddard Wallace.

He is the esteemed pastor of, First United Christian Church, educator, counselor, and...

Stanley Darnell Anderson Sr.

Stanley Darnell Anderson Sr.

Dec 1, 2020

Stanley Darnell Anderson, Sr. went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday December 1, 2020 at the age of 86.

He was born June 25, 1934 In Montgomery County to the late David and Edna Williams Anderson.

He was married to the late Delilah McCann for more than 50 years.

He was...

Ray Anthony Buckler

Ray Anthony Buckler

Nov 25, 2020

Ray Anthony Buckler 64, a resident of Lexington formally from Bourbon County passed away on November 25th, 2020 at his residence. The son of the late Henry Clifton Buckler & Ethel Sanders Buckler. Ray was a retired truck driver. He is survived by his wife Kathy Buckler, Two daughters Barbara Lynn (Thomas) Moberly, Kimberly Rae (Brandon) McCord, Brothers Henry...

Norma Jean (Thomas)  Myers

Norma Jean (Thomas) Myers

Nov 25, 2020

Graveside services for Norma J. Myers will be held Thursday December 3rd 2020, at 1:00 pm in our Garden of Christus.

Lusk-McFarland Funeral Home 1120 Main St Paris, Kentucky 40361 is in charge of arrangements.

Betty Frances (Stumph)  Stephens

Betty Frances (Stumph) Stephens

Nov 24, 2020

Betty Frances Stumph Stephens 87, of Lexington formerly from Bourbon County passed away Tuesday November 24, 2020 at her residence.

A native of Paris, and Bourbon County KY, the daughter of the late Hartford and Minnie Groves Stumph. She was a retired Secretary and a member of the Girl Scouts serving 5 years as Troop organizer and...

Frederick D Harkless

Frederick D Harkless

Nov 22, 2020

Inurnment services for Frederick D Harkless will be held Wednesday December 30th, 2020 at 1:30 PM in our Garden of Serenity. Family is in charge of the arrangements.

Marie (Thompson)  Smith

Marie (Thompson) Smith

Nov 22, 2020

Marie T. Smith, 94 yrs. old of Lexington, KY passed away peacefully at Brookdale Nursing Home in Lexington on Nov. 22, 2020.

She was born in Augusta, GA on Dec. 7, 1925.  She is the daughter of the late Elmer Andrew Thompson and Marie Hord Thompson Sapp.  Marie was preceded in death by her loving husband Cullen...

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