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.

Charles G. Lewis, Sr.

Charles G. Lewis, Sr.

Aug 28, 2017

LEWIS Charles G., 85 husband of Evelyn Lewis service Sat noon Antioch Baptist Church visit 10am arr by Hawkins-Taylor Funeral Home. Published in Lexington Herald-Leader on Sept. 1, 2017

Catherine Eva Curtis

Catherine Eva Curtis

Jun 21, 2017

Catherine Eva Curtis, 62 of Lexington, died peacefully on Wednesday, June 21, 2017. She was the daughter of the late Joe Elmer Curtis, Sr. and Jimmie Gordon Clotfelter Curtis. She is survived by two brothers, Joe Curtis, Jr. (Dianne) and Michael Curtis (Gwen), one nephew, Kyle Curtis (Meagan) and two great nieces, McKenna and Kamryn Curtis. Cathy was retired...

Jimmie Gordon (Clot-Felter)  Curtis

Jimmie Gordon (Clot-Felter) Curtis

Nov 11, 2015

Jimmie Gordon Clot-Felter Curtis, 88, passed away at UK Medical Center in Lexington, KY, on Saturday, April 11, 2015.

She was born September 20, 1926, in Harlan County, KY. She also resided, married, and had 3 children in Paris, KY, before settling in Lexington, KY, in 1961.

Jimmie was preceded in death by her husband,...

Lamarr D. Russell

Lamarr D. Russell

Dec 19, 2014

Graveside services for Lamarr D. Russell will be held Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. in our Garden of the Last Supper.

Ronny Gschwender

Ronny Gschwender

Apr 7, 2013

Graveside inurnment services for Ronny Gschwender will be held Friday, March 18, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. in our Garden of the Good Shepherd.

Rosella Catherine (Skinner)  Hayes

Rosella Catherine (Skinner) Hayes

Nov 1, 2011

Obituary

Rosella Catherine Skinner Hayes, 69, of Paris, died Tuesday November 1, 2011 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. She was born January 21, 1942 in Cynthiana, KY to the late Vivian Flora Skinner Clifford and the late Gilbert V. Skinner, Sr. Rosella is survived by her husband of 42 years, Billy Hayes; one son, James...

Barry T King

Barry T King

Aug 22, 2002

Graveside services for Barry King will be held Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in our Garden of The Last Supper.

O.L. Hughes and Sons Mortuary, Lexington, is in charge of arrangements.

Mina Lou Welch-Vaughan

Mina Lou Welch-Vaughan

Dec 23, 1934

Mina Lou Welch-Vaughan, age 90, widow of David Vaughan, departed this life on Thursday evening, July 24, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Mina was born and raised in Greenville, Kentucky where she graduated from high school, and was a long-time member of the First Christian Church of Greenville. She worked for many years as a...

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