Obituaries

Jun 21, 2025

Brandon Lee Faulconer, 44, husband of Brandi Barnes Morgan, passed away on Saturday, June 21, in Lexington, KY. Born on August 29, 1980, in Lexington, KY, he was the son of Fred and Debbie Ingram Faulconer. Brandon worked as an Assistant Director of Technology at the University of Kentucky. Along with his wife Brandi and his parents he is survived...

Jun 16, 2025

Norma Jean Brown, 85, wife of the late Rutherford Asa Brown, left this life too soon on June 16, 2025. Her legacy began in Eubank, Kentucky, where she was born on December 7, 1939, to Clinton Smith and Gladys Carter Smith. In addition to her beloved parents, she was preceded in death by two siblings, Butch Smith and Janice...

Jun 4, 2025

Faila Chalo, 66, was born on 1959 and passed away on Wednesday June 4, 2025 at Baptist Health, Lexington. Born in Kazimia, Fizi in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Faila Chalo was daughter of Leonale Selemani and Sifa Abwe.

She lived most of her life as a farmer, providing produce for her family. Farming was not just...

Jun 3, 2025

Juan Antonio Dominguez Galvin, aged 53, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, in Lexington, KY, far from his birthplace of Tetillas, Mexico, where he first saw the light of day on April 11, 1972. Juan's life was characterized by his unwavering spirit, deep-rooted family values, and a remarkable career in the horse racing industry that touched the lives ...

Jun 2, 2025

Danny Paul Counts, 73, husband of Gail Lynn Vires Counts, died Monday June 2, 2025. Born in Ashland, Kentucky on August 29, 1951, he was the son of the late William and Lula Mae Roberts Counts. Danny was a retired line maintenance employee of GTE Sylvania, Versailles. Additional survivors include a daughter, Sabrina Stone; a son, Danny Paul Counts ...

May 22, 2025

PLOWMAN Tracy E., 93, husband of the late Anna Plowman, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Richmond, KY. He was born October 12, 1931, in Irvine, KY to the late Calip and Amy Plowman. Tracy loved trains, horses, bluegrass and country music, and game nights. He played the guitar and steel guitar. He loved to travel. He enjoyed ...

May 20, 2025

Alma Jean Combs Mitchell, a beacon of warmth and laughter, left this world on May 20, 2025, at the age of 91, in Paris, KY. She entered this life on July 22, 1933, in the quaint town of Happy, KY, born to parents Robert and Gipsy Combs. She lived a life characterized by devotion to her family, her faith, ...

May 18, 2025

In Loving Memory of Meacy Simpson

We sadly announce the passing of Meacy Simpson, who will be laid to rest on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. in the Evergreen Mausoleum at Evergreen Memory Gardens.

Meacy will be placed alongside her beloved husband, Robert Simpson, in a service commemorating their lasting bond and cherished...

May 15, 2025

Robert C. Byrd passed away Thursday May 15, 2025, at the Homestead Post Acute Nursing Home, after a lengthy illness. He was born January 19, 1933, to the late Edward and Francis Byrd.

He confessed a hope in Christ and United with the Imani Baptist Church, Lexington, KY under leadership of Pastor Willis Polk. He was a ...

May 12, 2025

Melissa L. Nolan, beloved by her husband Patrick Watson and her greyhound Rayo, passed away suddenly on May 12, 2025. Melissa cared deeply for her family and friends, generously sharing the love in her heart with all she knew. Her empathy drove her to provide a little joy and levity to whoever she was around, relying on her intelligence ...

May 11, 2025

Regina Hallis Rayan, 62, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, in her hometown of Lexington, Kentucky. Born on September 26, 1962, to James L. Hallis and Mary Catherine (Strange) Hallis, Regina's life was a testament to the power of caring and compassion.

Regina's journey began in the heart of Lexington, where she grew up surrounded by...

May 10, 2025

Cristie Lynn Johnson Dishman, a beacon of unwavering love and faith, peacefully entered eternal rest on May 10, 2025, at her daughter's home in Paris, Kentucky – the same town that was graced with her birth on April 8, 1964. She closed her eyes to this world, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and selflessness that has deeply touched...

May 5, 2025

James Russell White Jr., born November 25, 1956, passed away on May 5, 2025, in Lexington, Kentucky.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 12:00 noon at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. Visitation will take place the same day from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the church. Hawkins-Taylor Funeral Home is in charge...

Apr 29, 2025

Jeffcoat, Edna Frankie Carr, 97, formally of Lexington and Nicholasville, quietly passed Tuesday April 29 in Lawrenceburg IN. Born May 28, 1927 in Lexington to Charlie and Mary Cordelia Fightmaster Carr, she was retired from IBM and a lifelong member of Old Union Christian Church where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday School. She was a member ...

Apr 25, 2025

LILIUOKALANI BENTON, effectually known as "Lillie" and "Babe" Morton-Hamilton. A native of Lexington, Kentucky, she was preceded by her husband, James Hamilton. She was the daughter of Thomas F. Benton and Liliuokalani Bailey Benton. She was also preceded in death by six brothers, Thomas Benton, Jr., William Benton, Clarence L. Benton, Richard Benton, John Benton, James Benton; two sisters,...

Apr 23, 2025

Bessie Mae Scott Dale, a beacon of love and joy, completed her earthly journey on April 23, 2025, at the age of 83 in Lexington, Kentucky. Born in Paris, Kentucky on January 23, 1942, to James and Mattie Scott, Sr., Bessie lived a life marked by kindness, friendship, and deep faith.

Bessie's vibrant spirit will be treasured ...

Apr 22, 2025

MICHAEL EDWARD COLEMAN SR . 66 was born September 27, 1958, in Lexington, Ky to Bettie Ragland Taylor and the late Ben Coleman Jr. He peacefully departed his life in the early morning of April 22, 2025, after his long battle with Cancer. Proceeding him to glory is his Wife of 43 years, Lisa Ann Coleman; Stepfather & Deacon...

Apr 20, 2025

Nathaniel Glen Woodford, known for his humorous spirit, passed away on April 20, 2025, in Lexington, KY. Born to William Chester and Fannie Belle Downey Woodford on January 8, 1962, in Paris, KY, Nathaniel crafted a life filled with laughter, kinship, and intelligence that positively impacted everyone around him.

After graduating from Paris High School and furthering ...

Apr 15, 2025

Rodney Dale 87 husband to the late Naomi Dale died Tuesday April 15, 2025 at Harrison Memorial Hospital. He was born on December 9 , 1937 to the late Elsie Floyd Dale and Pearl Baker Dale. He retired from Wayne Supply. He was a hard-working man that enjoyed mowing yards, gardening and attending auctions with his brothers and grandson....

Apr 14, 2025

Abella Rose Santiago, 14 months passed peacefully Monday 14, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of Efren Santiago Diaz and Shreevia Scott Santiago Also surviving are a number of other relatives.