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.
Ollie (Chenault) Overstreet
Aug 23, 2019
Graveside services for Ollie Overstreet will be held Thursday, August 29, 2019 at 2:30pm in our Garden of Everlasting Life
Hawkins Taylor Funeral Home, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements
Joseph B. Warsh, Jr.
Aug 14, 2019
Graveside services for Joseph B. Warsh, Jr. will be held Thursday, August 22, 2019 at 3pm in our Garden of Devotion
Fender Funeral Directors, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements
Harold Davis King
Aug 9, 2019
Harold Davis King, age 61, of Lexington died unexpectedly Friday, August 9, 2019 in Richmond.
A native of Paris, he was a son of the late Harold Collier King and Margaret Wells King, who survives.
Harold graduated from Paris High School and Morehead State University where he played in the Marching Bands. Besides being a...
Annie K. Curtis
Aug 7, 2019
Annie K. Curtis, went to Heaven on August 7, 2019, peacefully surrounded by family at Homestead Nursing Center.
She was 87 years of age, born in Casey County on April 14, 1932. She had 9 children.
She retired from LexMark after 25 years of service. She took great pride in her work. Mrs. Curtis was...
James R. Smith
Aug 2, 2019
Apostle James Robert Smith, 74 Husband of Apostle Gloria Smith and Founder of Greater New Hope Christian Center International Ministries Inc. In 1984 passed away Friday August 2,2019 at St. Joseph Hospital Lexington- Main Visitation 10:00 A.M. Funeral 1:00 P.M. Both Saturday, August 10, 2019 Greater New Hope Christian Center International Ministries Inc. 1719 Jennifer Rd. Lexington, KY 40505...
Ollie Mae Jones
Jul 30, 2019
Ollie Mae Jones Graveside services will be held Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at 12 Noon in our Garden of Serenity
Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Main Street, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements
Stella Jane (Styles) Madison
Jul 26, 2019
Stella Jane Styles -Madison was peacefully called by God to come to heaven on July 20, 2019. She was born on March 24, 1946 in Paris, Kentucky to the union of the late Robie Velliee Styles and Mary Belle Hawkins – Styles.
She was preceded in death in death by her sister; Joycie Styles – Jones, brothers;...
John Walter Sargent, Jr
Jul 20, 2019
John W. Sargent Jr., 67, retired owner of Sargent's Blacktopping, died Saturday, July 20, 2019 at his home.
He was born September 2, 1951 in Paris, son of Jane Eades Barlow, of Paris, and the late John W. Sargent Sr. Johnny was a graduate of Bourbon County High School and was a member of First Baptist Church....
Helen F. Franks
Jul 15, 2019
Graveside services for Helen F. Franks will be held Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 2:30pm in our Garden of Stillwaters
Hawkins Taylor Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Juanita (Cochran) Thompson
Jul 10, 2019
Juanita Cochran Thompson, 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wed. July 10, 2019.
She was preceded in death by her parents William Cochran and Minnie Barnes Cochran, and her son George Wayne Cochran.
She is survived by two daughters, Teresa Cochran and Pamela Thompson, one son, David Thompson, and a host of...
Rev. Don Carroll Johnson
Jul 9, 2019
Rev. Don Carroll Johnson, 83, died Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at The Drake Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio.
A native of Midway, KY, he was the son of the late John Wesley Johnson, Sr. and Estelle Frances Dillingham Johnson. He was a member of the St. Matthew A.M.E. Church of Midway, Ky and a former minister to several...
Ronald Eugene Walker
Jul 4, 2019
On July 4, 2019 Ronald Eugene Walker's peaceful spirit went home to be with his Lord.
He was born into this world August 24, 1949 to the Late Filmore and Launa Walker. Ronald attended Henry Clay High School and later graduated of Lexington Community College with an Associate's degree In Business.
He was a member...
Joan (Davis) Thornberry
Jul 4, 2019
Joan Davis Thornberry, 88, widow of Earl Thornberry, died Thursday, July 4, 2019 at her home.
A native of North Middletown, KY, she was the daughter of the late Emmett and Delilah Rawls Davis. She was a member of the Clintonville Christian Church, a retired Adult Education teacher in Bourbon County and continued her teaching at Maysville...
Juanita (Edwards) Crawford
Jul 2, 2019
Juanita Edwards Crawford, age 93, of Paris, departed this life on July 2, 2019.
She was born in Paris, KY, on December 30, 1925, the daughter of the late David and Mitcha Feddars Edwards. She was retired, having worked as a secretary for Central Baptist Church where she was a member and was the widow of Charles...
Ronald Joseph Wooden
Jun 29, 2019
Ronald Joseph Wooden, 84, born on January 4, 1935 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late William and Mary Wooden.
He served in the United States Army where he was honorably discharged. He returned to New York where he
met his wife Sandra. They were married on October 11, 1963 for fifty-four Years.
Ronald...
Bobbie Malinda Garland
Jun 25, 2019
Bobbie Malinda Garland, formerly of Cynthiana, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at Rockcastle Regional Hospital & Respiratory Care Center in Mt. Vernon.
Born November 19, 1957 in Bourbon County to the late Robert Garland, Jr. & Ruth Florence Garland, she was a 1975 graduate of Harrison Co. High School, a former employee of the Bullard Co....
William Kyle Trainor
Jun 24, 2019
William Kyle Trainor, 78, passed away Monday, June 24, 2019.
Survived by daughter, Jennifer Pigg (Jimmy); grandson, James E. Pigg III (Angie); great grandson, Zaccary Braedon Pigg; siblings, Ada, Frances (Kenneth), Phyllis (Ronnie), Ruth, Delores (Roy); several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Rosie Logan. Mr Trainor was preceded in death by his parents, Everett and Nannie...
Landon Daye Harney
Jun 16, 2019
Landon Daye Harney, 58, of Cynthiana, KY, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. Born on June 6, 1961 in Fayette County, KY, he was a son of the late James Henry and Geneva Margaret Vice Harney. On April 11, 1981, he married Lonna Morris Harney, and his dear wife...
Larry Allen Smith
Jun 7, 2019
Larry Allen Smith, 72, died Friday June 7, 2019 at his home in Paris, KY.
A native of Richmond, KY, he was the son of the late Roy Farmer and Zelma Rice Smith. He was the owner of the Diverse Erecting and Demolition Co., a member of the Shriner's, and a United States Army veteran. Larry loved...
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