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.

Rosemarie Curtis

Rosemarie Curtis

May 23, 2020

Rosemarie Curtis, 68, died Saturday May 23, 2020 at her home in Paris, KY.

A native of Paris, KY, she was the daughter of the late Harges Reynolds and Elizabeth Robinson Curtis.

She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by two children, Brian (Carol) Mitchell and Brandy (Kevin Brown)...

Nannette Baruti

Nannette Baruti

May 22, 2020

Graveside services are 12:30pm May 29, 2020 in our Garden of Serenity

Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Main St, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements

Fidel Torres

Fidel Torres

May 20, 2020

Private graveside services for Fidel Torres, will be held Monday June 01, 2020 at 2:00 pm in our Garden of Serenity.

James    "Jim" Dewey Tucker

James "Jim" Dewey Tucker

May 14, 2020

James "Jim" D. Tucker, 87, passed away on May 14, 2020 in Jacksonville, FL. following a long journey with Alzheimer's. He was born on December 11, 1932 in Rose Hill, VA, the son of Ms. Willie Mae Marks Fields and Mr. Ruell Lewis Tucker, Sr.

Jim received his education from Paris Western High School in Paris, KY,...

Jose Vargas

Jose Vargas

May 10, 2020

Private graveside services for Jose Vargas, will be held Monday June 15, 2020 at 10:00 am in our Garden of Serenity.

Daezon Tyquise Morgan

Daezon Tyquise Morgan

May 9, 2020

Daezon Tyquise Morgan was born October 11, 1994 in Asheville, North Carolina. He was the son of Elijah (Kita) Morgan of North Carolina and Cheresse (Darrick) Walker of Lexington, Kentucky.

Daezon attended Tates Creek High School and was previously employed as a general manager at E.G. American Service Station.

He loved riding motorcycles, coaching the...

Amber Renee Jackson

Amber Renee Jackson

May 5, 2020

Amber Renee Jackson, 36, died Tuesday, May 5, 2020.

A native of Lexington, KY, she was the daughter of Robbie and Margie Helmburg Jackson. She was a certified medical assistant with the UK Midwives and a member of Southland Christian Church in Lexington. Everyone that knew Amber knew family was important to her and her three children...

Nathaniel Cummins

Nathaniel Cummins

May 2, 2020

Private inurnment services for Nathaniel Cummins will be held Friday, May 08, 2020 in our Garden of  The Last Supper

Family members are in charge of arrangements

Stanley Lee Buckler

Stanley Lee Buckler

Apr 21, 2020

Stanley Lee Buckler, 71, husband of Mary McDonald Buckler for 42 years, died Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY.

A native of Cynthiana, KY, he was the son of the late Henry Clifton Buckler and Ethel Sanders Buckler. He was a member of the Christian Faith Center, Cynthiana, KY.

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Betty Lee (Howard)  Mills

Betty Lee (Howard) Mills

Apr 19, 2020

Betty Lee Howard Mills, age 88, passed away on April 19, 2020 at her home in Lexington, surrounded by Lee Thomas (Tom) Mills, her husband of 66 years, and their four children.

She was born on February 14, 1932 in Black Snake, KY, the daughter of the late John J. and Sarah Howard, of Pineville, KY.

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Nannie Elizabeth Black

Nannie Elizabeth Black

Apr 14, 2020

Private Graveside services for Nannie Elizabeth Black will be held Saturday, April 18, 2020 at 2pm in our Garden of Everlasting Life.

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

James Lavelle Thomas

James Lavelle Thomas

Apr 13, 2020

Private graveside services for James LaVelle Thomas will be held Sunday, April 19, 2020 at 2pm in our Garden of Everlasting Life

Hawkins Taylor Funeral Home, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements

Daniel Marino

Daniel Marino

Apr 11, 2020

Graveside services for Daniel Marino will be held Wednesday May 13, 2020 in our Garden of Serenity.

There will be no services. KY Mortuary is in charge of arrangements

Cordia Marie Parker

Cordia Marie Parker

Apr 11, 2020

Cordia Marie Parker, 68, went to be with her Lord and Savior, April 11, 2020 at her home in Paris, KY.

A native of Paris, KY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Henry and Argerta Mae Booker Parker.

She was a retired switch board operator and ward secretary at the Saint Joseph Hospital,...

Addie L. Green

Addie L. Green

Apr 10, 2020

Graveside services for Addie L. Green will be held Friday, April 17, 2020 at 1:30pm in our Garden of the Good Shepherd

Smith and Smith Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

George R. Dunson

George R. Dunson

Apr 8, 2020

Private Graveside Service will be at 2:00 PM Thursday, April 16, 2020 in our Garden of The Last Supper. Marlan J. Gary Funeral Home, Columbus OH is in charge of arrangements

Dennis Michael Shaw Jr.

Dennis Michael Shaw Jr.

Apr 4, 2020

Dennis Michael Shaw, Jr. was born November 1, 1977 in Lexington, KY and passed away April 4, 2020 in Corinth, KY at the age of 42.

He was the son of Dennis Michael Shaw, Sr. and Diane Ruth Leek Shaw both of Corinth.

Dennis was a former roofer with Amazing Contractors.

In addition...

Mary Lee (Haynes)  Jackson

Mary Lee (Haynes) Jackson

Mar 29, 2020

Mary Lee (Haynes) Jackson, 88, widow of Philip Jackson died peacefully on Sunday, March 29 2020.

She was born in Woodford County, KY September 11, 1931 to Jesse and Marcella Haynes. She graduated from North Middletown High School, attended the University of Kentucky and was employed at the Lexington Blue Grass Army Depot for 20 years, retiring...

Reverend Drew Martin

Reverend Drew Martin

Mar 20, 2020

Rev. Drew Martin, 82, husband of Patty S. Sexton Martin, died Friday March 20, 2020 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY.

A native of Mousie, KY, he was the son of the late Bill and Zelma Martin.

After graduating from Hindman High School he attended and graduated from the United Electronics Lab....

Mary Linda (Cameron)  Caudill

Mary Linda (Cameron) Caudill

Mar 20, 2020

Mary Linda Cameron Caudill, 69, wife of Harrison Caudill, died Friday March 20, 2020 at her home.

A native of Paris, KY, she was the daughter of the late Robert Anderson and Eloise Fuller Cameron. She was a retired housekeeper for the Lexington Country Club and a member of the First Church of God, Paris, KY.

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