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.
Alyce Jean Edwards
Aug 14, 2020
Graveside services for Alyce Jean Edwards will be held Friday August 21, 2020 at 2:00 pm in our Garden of Memories.
Hawkins-Taylor Funeral Home of Lexington is in charge of the arrangements.
Billy W Owens
Aug 13, 2020
Billy W Owens, 79, Hernando, FL
Billy W. Owens of Hernando, FL peacefully passed away at Vitas Hospice in Lecanto, FL on August 13, 2020 at the age of 79.
Bill was born in Paris, Kentucky on January 30, 1941 to the late William and Lucille (Cinnamon) Owens.
He proudly served his country...
Norma Jean (Mcgrew) Perry
Aug 9, 2020
PERRY Norma Jean, 87, wife of Bill Perry, died Aug. 9, 2020 in Winchester, KY. Born Aug. 8, 1933 in Flora, IL.
She was the daughter of the late Delbert and Marie Graham McGrew.
Bill and Norma met and married in two weeks in 1959 and both worked at Cummins Diesel for over 30 years...
Isaiah "Ike" Fields
Aug 6, 2020
Isaiah "Ike" Fields, 84, widow of the late Gloria Jean Cummins Fields, died Thursday August 6, 2020 at the VA Medical Center, Leestown Rd., Lexington, KY.
A native of Paris, KY, he was the son of the late William "Willie" Fields and the late Rachel Ann Roberts Fisher. He worked at Mr. Wiggs for 18 years, Sam...
Barbara Jean Kirkland
Aug 5, 2020
Graveside services for Barbara Jean Kirkland will be held August 13, 2020 at 2:00 pm in our Gardens of Serenity. The Morgan Funeral Homes of Versailles Kentucky is in charge of arrangement
Cora L (Fender) Briscoe
Aug 4, 2020
Passed August 4, 2020. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 75 yrs Richard.
Other survivors are 6 children, 20 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, 6 great great grandchildren.
Visitation will be Mon Aug 10 2020 from 5-7 pm at New Birth Church of Christ.
Private services 11am Tues Aug 11 2020...
Lillie Kean
Jul 30, 2020
Graveside services for Lillie D. Kean will be held Thursday 08/13/2020 at 12:00 Noon in our Garden of Good Shepherd. Smith & Smith Funeral Home of Lexington, Kentucky in charge of arrangements.
Elmer Ray Spencer
Jul 25, 2020
Elmer Ray "Boo" Spencer, 41, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020. A native of Lexington, Kentucky he was born on February 12, 1979 to Bertha Patrick Spencer and the late Paul Spencer, Sr.
Boo loved being with his kids and family, watching the Dallas Cowboys play football, and fishing. In addition to his mother, he is survived...
Anita Carol (Thurman) Walker
Jul 25, 2020
A TIME TO BE BORN… Mrs. Anita Carol Thurman Walker was born on May 24, 1953 to the union of the late Kurney Robert and Ruby Garr Thurman.
She was called to her heavenly home early Saturday morning July 25, 2020 at Baptist Health Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents, Kurney Robert and Ruby...
James Franklin Curry Iii
Jul 25, 2020
James Franklin Curry III passed away at the University of Kentucky Medical Center on July 25, 2020 surrounded by family members.
He was preceded in death by father James Franklin Curry JR; paternal grandfather James F Curry; maternal grandmother Sally Mitchell; maternal grandfather J.B. Johnson (Deborah).
He is survived by his mother, Jennifer Morgan and...
Billy Wayne King
Jul 25, 2020
Obituary for Billy Wayne King
Billy Wayne King, 71, husband of the late Ruth Ann King died July 25, 2020 at the Johnson-Mathers Nursing Home.
He was born in Nicholas County January 15, 1949 to the late Mary King. He was a veteran. He enjoyed working with his coworkers at Crockett's. He loved U K...
Anna (Alcorn) Jackson
Jul 23, 2020
Anna Alcorn Jackson, 94, of Lexington, KY, Widow of Rev. Isaac Jackson Sr., entered Heaven on Thursday, July 23, 2020.
She was born on October 9, 1925 to the late Morton Alcorn and Mary Alcorn Montgomery, in Burgin, KY, where she attended Harrodsburg High School. She was also predeceased by her brother William Alcorn Sr.; her sons...
Fayola L Merrell
Jul 21, 2020
Merrell, Fayola "Faye", 63, passed away Tuesday, July 21, at the University of Kentucky Hospital.
Born February 27, 1957 in Lexington, KY, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Dorothy Slone Hager.
Ms. Merrell worked for the Crothall Cleaning Services working at the University of Kentucky. She is survived by three siblings, Donnie...
James "Pick" Richard Thompson
Jul 18, 2020
James Richard Thompson "Pick" son of the late Mr & Mrs. Morgan and Ella Thompson, born on August 6, 1934 in Bourbon, County.
He departed this life on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the V.A. Medical Center on Leestown Road.
He confessed a hope in Christ at an early age at the Evergreen Baptist Church...
John Anthony Myers
Jul 18, 2020
John Anthony Myers, 63, died Saturday, July 18, 2020 at his home in Paris, KY.
A native of Paris, KY, he was the son of Loraine Buchanan Myers and the late Turney Clay Myers. He was retired from the Kentucky Ornamental Iron Company of Lexington, KY. He was a member of the North Middletown Christian Church.
...Walter L Garth Jr.
Jul 16, 2020
Walter L. Garth, Jr. was born on June 23rd, 1961 in Lexington, Kentucky to Walter L. Garth, Sr. and Mary R. Garth.
Walter graduated from Bryan Station High School in 1979. Walter also graduated from Barber College and was a licensed barber.
Walter was a very committed faith-based individual to his local assembly. Walter was...
Willa Mae (Hill) Evans
Jul 14, 2020
Willa Mae Hill Evans transitioned to her brand new life on July 14, 2020 at 8:38 AM.
Willa Mae was born on May 15, 1935 to the late Rena Shelby Hill and William Hill, Sr. She graduated from the old Douglass High School, and after graduating, she became a caregiver for 50 years. She retired on July...
Logan Christopher Mcqueen
Jul 13, 2020
Graveside services for Logan C. McQueen will be held Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 1pm in our Garden of Serenity.
Smith and Smith Funeral Home, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements
Wilmenia Wess
Jul 10, 2020
Willmenia Wess was born January 19, 1942. She was the first child of Louella Crooks and daughter of Albert Hanley.
She was the elder sister of five siblings. As a young child, she was given the nickname of Mena. That name has stayed with her for 78 years. Mena was baptized and joined Zion Baptist Church at...
Helen Loretta (Wallace) Bussell
Jul 2, 2020
Helen Loretta Wallace Bussell, 94, widow of the late Kelly B. Bussell, died Thursday July 2, 2020.
She was born in Ponotoc, OK, to the late William T. and Mary Bondurant Wallace.
She was a former employee of Douglas Aircraft during World War II, she also worked at Hansley Mills, Bluegrass Industries and Kentucky Textiles....
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