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.
Donald R "D.R." Thompson
Dec 23, 2018
On December 23, 2018, God took home one of his finest shepherds, Donald R. "D. R." Thompson, 87 years old.
He was a veteran of the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He attended the Northview Baptist Church, Lexington, KY, was a member of the FFA, YFA, Kentucky Sheep and Wool Producers, Kentucky State Fair...
Elsa Viola (Williams) Davis
Dec 19, 2018
Elsa Viola Williams Davis, 82, died Wednesday December 19, 2018 at her home.
A native of Carlisle, KY, she was the daughter of the late Bernie Bee Williams and the late Mary Simpson Johnson Rice. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church, Georgetown, KY.
She is survived by six children,...
Jonathan Wayne Russell
Dec 19, 2018
Jonathan (affectionately called "John" by friends and family) Wayne Russell was born non March 24, 1956 and departed this life for higher ground on Tuesday December 19, 2018 after a long illness. He was the first-born child of the late Luther Thomas Russell and the late Shirley Shanks Russell. John also held the special honor of being the oldest...
Gwedolyn (Sternberg) Curtis
Dec 16, 2018
Gwendolyn Sternberg Curtis, 68 wife of Michael Curtis passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon Dec. 18, 2018.
She was born to the late Charles and Beulah Sternberg on Dec 5, 1950.
She is survived by a son Kyle P.(Meagan)Curtis, two grand daughters; McKenna and Kamryn Curtis and a sister Jacqueline (George) Talbot of New York....
Phillip Gail Jackson
Dec 13, 2018
Philip Gail Jackson, 92, passed peacefully on December 13, 2018.
He was born in Odin, Illinois on November 16, 1926 to Jerry and Dorothy Jackson. He moved to Paris in 1942, graduated from Paris High School, and joined the US Navy at 17, serving two years in World War II. He graduated from the University of Kentucky...
Robert Allen Underwood
Dec 6, 2018
Reverend Robert Allen Underwood, age 78, of Olive Hill, Kentucky, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday morning, December 6, 2018, at St. Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, Kentucky. He was born October 6, 1940, in Fayette County, Kentucky, a son of the late Curtis and Jessie Boggs Underwood. Mr. Underwood was an ordained minister for over...
Kerry Johnson
Dec 4, 2018
Graveside services for Kerry Johnson will be held at 11am Monday, March 4, 2019 in our Garden of Serenity
Ky Mortuary Services is in charge of arrangements
Mario Dakota Rivera
Nov 19, 2018
Mario Dakota Rivera, 26, died Monday, November 19, 2018 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY.
A native of Lexington, KY, he was the son of David and Levetta Morgan Rivera.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by two brothers, David Angel Rivera and DiAngelo Santos Rivera; maternal grandmother, Betty Morgan;...
Roberta (Cooper) Gay
Nov 18, 2018
Mrs. Roberta Cooper Gay went into eternal rest, Sunday, November 18, 2018.
Mrs. Gay, the widow of Mr. Clark D. Gay, was born June 26, 1918, in Clay City, KY, to the late Courtney and Della Cooper. The oldest of twelve children, she was preceded in death by seven siblings.
Along with her sisters of...
Anita Robinson
Nov 15, 2018
Graveside services for Anita Robinson will be held Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 2:30pm in our Garden of Memories, Fender Funeral Directors, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements
Rebecca Elizabeth Warfield
Nov 13, 2018
Rebecca Elizabeth Warfield, 95, died Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at her home in Paris, KY.
A native of Paris, KY, she was the daughter of the late Bert Warfield and Laura Massie. She was a former nurse's aide at Bourbon Heights Nursing Home and a member of First Baptist Church on 8th Street in Paris.
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Robert Frederick Mcdaniel
Nov 11, 2018
Robert Frederick McDaniel, 77, husband of Anita LaVerne Roberts McDaniel for 47 years, died Sunday November 11, 2018 at the Bourbon Community Hospital.
A native of Maysville, KY, he was the son of the late Vernie and Mary Jane Pugh McDaniel. He was a retired engineer with IBM, a former Wal-Mart sporting goods employee, a member of...
Helen Gilkey (Burns) Wells
Nov 8, 2018
Helen Gilkey Burns Wells, widow of Lindbergh Wells went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 8, 2018 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center.
She was born September 23, 1927 in Bourbon County the daughter of the late William Taylor Burns and Mary Day Parrish. She attended Indian Creek School and Buena Vista School in...
Bennie Paul Pigg
Nov 5, 2018
Bennie Paul Pigg, age 65 of Paris, died on Monday, November 05, 2018 at the Hospice Care Center surrounded by his family after an extended illness. Bennie was born in Louisa, KY on April 25, 1953, the son of the late Ben and Pauline Branham Pigg. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Pigg...
Josephine (Friend) Gross
Nov 4, 2018
Josephine Friend Gross, 80, wife of Mervin Eugene Gross, passed away Sunday, November 4, 2018 at Baptist Health Lexington.
She was born August 25, 1938 in Powell County, Kentucky to the late Sidney and Ora Boyd Friend.
She was a retired factory worker and a Kentucky Colonel.
Survivors include, husband, Mervin Eugene Gross;...
Lucille Derrickson
Nov 3, 2018
Graveside services for Lucille Derrickson will be held Thursday, November 8 at 1:30pm in our Garden of Stillwaters. Adams Hill Funeral Home, Winchester KY is in charge of arrangements
Nancy Elizabeth Lemaster
Nov 1, 2018
Nancy Eliabeth Sawdye LeMaster, 78, widow of Larrie LeMaster, died Thursday, November 1, 2018 at her home.
A native of North Evans, New York, she was the daughter of the late Roy Sawdye and Margaret Smith Sawdye. She was a front desk clerk at Howard Johnson and loved to crochet and sew. She was a member of...
John P. White
Oct 28, 2018
Graveside services for John P. White will be held Friday, November 2, 2018 at 1:45 pm in our Garden of Everlasting Life Smith and Smith Funeral Home, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements
Jeffrey Roy Arnold
Oct 27, 2018
Jeffrey Roy Arnold, 43, died Saturday October 27, 2018 at his home in Paris, KY.
A native of Paris, KY, he was the son of Harry and Judy Sexton Harp. He was a former employee of CMWA and a member of Calvary Christian Church. He was a avid Dallas Cowboy and UK Basketball Fan. He enjoyed taking...
Phinehas Hall
Oct 25, 2018
Phinehas Hall, 93, was called to his heavenly home on Thursday, October 25th, 2018. He was a retired salesman for Dawahare's, after 40 years in the clothing business. Phinehas was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years Norma, his son Kennith, and his daughter Georgia. He is survived by his 2 daughters, Chareta (David) Forman and Mitzi...
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