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.

Gary Kenneth Whalen

Gary Kenneth Whalen

Jan 2, 2020

Gary Kenneth Whalen went to be with the Lord on January 2, 2020 after a lengthy battle with cancer and heart disease. He is at peace and rest and God is taking care of him now. He was born September 27, 1955 in Paris, KY. He was 64. He is survived by his wife, Mary Kay Whalen and his...

Pattie  ( Pat) Jane (Kirkland)  Cook

Pattie ( Pat) Jane (Kirkland) Cook

Dec 29, 2019

Pat K. Cook, born Jan. 24, 1935, 84, widow of James Lucien Cook, of Lexington, KY, passed away Dec. 29, 2019 after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Susan Kirkland, her sons, William Michael and James Daniel Hash; a brother, William Richard Kirkland; a sister, Gay Hastings, and also two...

Dorotha Nave

Dorotha Nave

Dec 26, 2019

Graveside services will be held Monday, December 30, 2019 at 1:30pm in our Garden of Christus

Clark Legacy, Nicholasville KY is in charge of arrangements

obituary will follow at a later date

Johnny R. Clem

Johnny R. Clem

Dec 25, 2019

Graveside services will be led for Johhny R. Clem in our Garden of Serenity on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 1:30pm

Fender Funeral Directors, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements

Tyra Nicole Myers

Tyra Nicole Myers

Dec 24, 2019

Tyra Nicole Myers, 21, died Tuesday December 24, 2019. She was born in Georgetown, KY to Robert M. Henson and Shakira M. Myers. She was a graduate of Paris High School, a member of the Lady Hounds Basketball Team and was also a member of the Prodigal's House. In addition to her parents, she was also survived by one...

Michael K Smith

Michael K Smith

Dec 19, 2019

Graveside services for Michael K. Smith will be held Friday, January 17, 2020 at 9am in our Garden of Serentiy

Millward Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements

Timothy Ray Johnson

Timothy Ray Johnson

Dec 14, 2019

Graveside Services for Timothy Ray Johnson will be held Friday, December 20, 2019 in our Garden of The Last Supper

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

James W. Gore

James W. Gore

Dec 13, 2019

Graveside services for James W. Gore will be held Monday, December 23, 2019 at 12:30pm in our Garden of Serenity

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

William L. Stewart

William L. Stewart

Dec 7, 2019

Graveside services for WIlliam L. Stewart were held Wednesday, December 18, 2019 in our Garden of Serenity

Fender Funeral Directors, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements

Brenda F. (Clarke)  Rice

Brenda F. (Clarke) Rice

Dec 5, 2019

Brenda F. Rice, 73, wife of Benjamin Frank Rice Jr., died Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019.

Born in Maysville, she was a daughter of the late Jack and Ruth Clarke of Fleming County, KY.

Survivors are a daughter, Sherri (Earl) Anderson, Corinth, KY; six grandchildren, Tyler Anderson, Zack (Devan) Anderson, Austin (Amanda) Anderson, Evan Anderson, Gabe...

Bertha Mae (Berryman)  Hampton

Bertha Mae (Berryman) Hampton

Dec 4, 2019

Bertha Mae Berryman Hampton was born August 2, 1934 in Lexington, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Hattie Mae Berryman and Humphrey James, Sr. She went to her eternal rest on December 4, 2019.

Bertha accepted Jesus as her personal savior at an early age and became a member of Little Zion Baptist Church in...

Ashley M Johnson

Ashley M Johnson

Dec 3, 2019

Ashley Johnson 33, passed away December 2, 2019.

She was born on January 20, 1986 Michael Johnson and the late Renata Alsup. Besides her father Ashley is survived by her four children: Shaley Marie Hale, Serenity Lasha Johnson, Rashaun Walker, Micah Carter; one brother: Eric Alsup Sr; one step sister: Saylina Jackson; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles,...

Alberta Louise (Douglas)  Allen

Alberta Louise (Douglas) Allen

Dec 2, 2019

Alberta (Douglas) Allen was born on April 16, 1936, in Lexington, KY, to John Douglas, Sr. and Augustine (Grissom) Douglas, both of whom preceded her in death. In 1960, she was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses.

She retired from the VA in Lexington after many years of service. She had many memorable, varied, and unique experiences...

Edith Gertrude (Callahan)  Bolen

Edith Gertrude (Callahan) Bolen

Dec 1, 2019

BOLEN, Edith C., 95, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2019at St. Joseph Hospice Care Center surrounded by loved ones.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years Thomas W. Bolen.

She is survived by 2 daughters, Marilyn (Howard) Bush and Gloria (Gary) Pendley; 4 grandchildren, Angela Ballard, Kristi (Gerald) Brown, Alyson...

Brenda Sue (Nave)  Frederick

Brenda Sue (Nave) Frederick

Nov 30, 2019

Brenda Sue Frederick, 68, passed away Saturday November 30, 2019 at Baptist Health in Lexington.

She was born on January 2, 1951 in Lexington to Dortha Alexander Nave and the late William Thomas Nave. She was retired from the Fayette County Public Schools as a bus monitor.

She is survived by her husband, Don Frederick,...

Warren N Mayberry

Warren N Mayberry

Nov 29, 2019

Warren Newton Mayberry Sr., 86 The husband of Alberta Mayberry passed away at his residence in Lexington, KY., on Friday, November 29, 2019

In addition, to his wife Warren is survived by his five children; Robert Mayberry, Ella Mayberry, Reginae (Lonnie) Mayberry, Dana (Lavelle) Howard, and Brenda Quick Mayberry

Visitation 12:00 P.M. Funeral 1:00 P.M....

David Lee Griffin

David Lee Griffin

Nov 25, 2019

Graveside services for David Lee Griffin will be held Monday, December 2, 2019 at 1:30pm in our Garden of Serenity

Fender Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

Roy Gatlin Simpson

Roy Gatlin Simpson

Nov 25, 2019

Roy Gatlin Simpson, widower of his beloved wife of 61 years, Dixie True Simpson, age 88, of Paris, departed this life peacefully, on Monday, November 25, 2019, at the Thomson-Hood Veteran's Center with family by his side.

He was born in Scott County on July 5, 1931, the son of the late Nova and Bertha Pope Simpson,...

Mildred Marie (Corns)  Pollitt

Mildred Marie (Corns) Pollitt

Nov 23, 2019

Mildred Marie Corns Pollitt, 90, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2019 after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. A native of Lewis County, Kentucky, Mildred was born on November 22, 1929 to Mr. & Mrs. George & Ethel Corns. She later moved to Paris, Kentucky, where she spent most of her life. She was a devoted member of...

Paul Ellis Price, Sr

Paul Ellis Price, Sr

Nov 21, 2019

Paul Ellis Price Sr. was born November 26, 1937 in Lexington, Ky. He was the son of the late James Price and Mary Charles Blackburn Price. He received his education from Old Douglass High School and his college years at Kentucky State University.

He was a great basketball player, many of his friends talk about and recall...

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