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.

Brenda Sue (Peters)  Stith

Brenda Sue (Peters) Stith

Jan 19, 2025

Brenda Sue Peters Stith, age 75, of Paris, KY passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Baptist Health in Lexington, KY. She was born on February 15, 1949, in Lexington, to the late George Franklin and Myrtle Hollingsworth Peters. Besides her parents, she was also preceded in death by two sisters, Patsy Munsey and Ellen Fite.

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Ashley Bricest

Ashley Bricest

Jan 17, 2025

Ashley Lavern Bricest, 36, passed away on January 17, 2025. Services will be Thursday, January 30, 2025 beginning with visitation at 11 am and funeral service to follow at 1 pm at greater Israel Baptist Church, 1509 Magazine Street.

Ashley leaves behind her devoted husband, Henry Bricest Jr., her two stepchildren, Henry "Markcus" Bricest III and Shamar...

Shavanda M. Allen

Shavanda M. Allen

Jan 12, 2025

Shavanda M. Allen, 50, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025 at her home in Louisville. Born in Lexington, KY, she was the daughter of Georgia Russell Allen, Paris, KY and the late James L. Allen. Shavanda loved to cook and even spent time working in restaurants. She loved people and cherished her time with family and friends. In addition...

Norma Jean (Saams)  Kelley

Norma Jean (Saams) Kelley

Jan 11, 2025

Norma Jean Saams Kelley, of Lexington, widow of Charles Eugene Kelley, departed this life on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, surrounded by her loved ones. Norma was born in Freemont, Ohio on June 1, 1943, the daughter of the late Luther and Geneva Barber Saams, was a beloved wife, mother, and homemaker. She loved...

Sylvia Mae (Hafley)  Shaw

Sylvia Mae (Hafley) Shaw

Jan 10, 2025

Sylvia Mae Hafley Shaw, aged 84, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025, in Paris, Kentucky. Born on March 30, 1940, in Liberty, KY, to the late Earnest Scott Hafley and Edith Mable Southerland Hafley.

Sylvia was the beloved wife of the late Edward Allen Shaw, with whom she shared a life filled with love and dedication...

Lucy Kelly Hayden

Lucy Kelly Hayden

Jan 9, 2025

On Thursday, January 9, 2025, our beloved Dr. Lucy Kelly Hayden, was called home to Glory. Lucy was the daughter of the late Isaac Belmont Hayden and Bessie Gaines Scroggins. She was born in Paris, Kentucky on November 30, 1924. She was the only child of the union. Lucy's father died when she was 7 years old, and her...

Donald Eugene Butcher Jr.

Donald Eugene Butcher Jr.

Jan 6, 2025

Donald Eugene Butcher Jr., aged 65, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025. Born on November 3, 1959, to Donald Eugene Butcher Sr. and Darlene Faith Fogle, Donald was a man whose life was defined by his passion for his family, his love for the outdoors, and his remarkable handiness.

A true family man, Donald was the...

Avanelle Jones

Avanelle Jones

Jan 5, 2025

Graveside services for Avanelle Jones will be held Friday, January 10, 2025 in our Garden of the Last Supper.

Lusk-McFarland Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Michael Pemberton

Michael Pemberton

Jan 2, 2025

Graveside services for Michael Pemberton will be held Friday, January 17, 2025 in our Garden of Serenity.

Kerr Brothers is in charge of the arrangements.

Bobbie J. Livingston

Bobbie J. Livingston

Dec 31, 2024

Graveside services for Bobbie J. Livingston will be held Monday, January 6, 2025 in our Garden of Stillwaters.

Hawkins-Taylor funeral home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mervin Eugene Gross

Mervin Eugene Gross

Dec 30, 2024

Mervin Eugene Gross, 81, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024 at his home in Lexington, KY. He wa born August 18, 1943 in Breathitt County to the late Clayton & Mattie Watkins Gross. He is survived by: son Mervin (Sandy) Gross, Jr.; daughters Dawn Marie (Mike) Costello & Joanna Gross; brother Ralph Gross; sister Joyce Klave; grandchildren Cassie (Daniel)...

William Moore

William Moore

Dec 28, 2024

Graveside services for William Moore will be held Monday, January 13, 2025 in our Garden of the Last Supper.

Hawkins-Taylor Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Lynn Foreman Rose

Lynn Foreman Rose

Dec 28, 2024

Dianna Lynn Foreman Rose, known to family and friends as Lynn, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024, at her home in Paris, KY. Born on January 16, 1960, in Lexington, KY, Lynn was a beacon of love and faith throughout her 64 years of life.

Lynn's legacy lives on through her beloved family. She is survived...

Rowan Oliver Medley

Rowan Oliver Medley

Dec 24, 2024

Rowan Oliver Medley, two-month-old "Rainbow Baby" of Ian Alexander Medley and Bridgette Rene Mastin, passed away on December 24, 2024, in Lancaster, Kentucky. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky, on October 24, 2024. He is survived by his maternal grandparents, Daniel Mastin and Kim (Kenneth Happy) Mastin, and paternal grandparents, Stephanie (Abel De La Cruz) Henson and Ian Medley....

Vivian Giese

Vivian Giese

Dec 18, 2024

Vivian del Carmen Giese passed away on December 18, 2024, at her residence in Georgetown, KY. Vivian was born on December 15, 1963, in the beautiful town of Jarabacoa, La Vega, Dominican Republic to Francisco Sanchez Muñoz and Salustina Peralta Sanchez. She brought warmth and joy to the world that will resonate through generations.

After growing up...

Troy Potter

Troy Potter

Dec 12, 2024

Graveside services for Troy Potter will be held on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in our Garden of Good Shepherd.

Smith and Smith funeral home is in charge of the arrangements.

https://www.smithandsmithfuneralhome.com/

Dean Relford Sr.

Dean Relford Sr.

Dec 11, 2024

Born September 1, 1944 in Fayette County, KY, Dean Relford, Sr. got his wings on December 11, 2024. He was the son of the late John William and Nancy (Williams) Relford. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wives Charlene and Gwendolyn, his son Dean, Jr. (DJ), sisters Florence and Henritta, brothers John Allen, Charles, Wallace,...

Dean Relford, Sr

Dean Relford, Sr

Dec 11, 2024

Born September 1, 1944 in Fayette County, KY, Dean Relford, Sr. got his wings on December 11, 2024.

He was the son of the late John William and Nancy (Williams) Relford. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wives Charlene and Gwendolyn, his son Dean, Jr. (DJ), sisters Florence and Henritta, brothers John Allen,...

Elena Montecillo

Elena Montecillo

Dec 10, 2024

Elena Montecillo, a beacon of warmth and love, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, in Paris, Kentucky, at the age of 70. Born on August 9, 1954, in the vibrant heart of Mexico, Elena's life was a rich tapestry of devotion to her family, a passion for the arts, and an unwavering spirit of generosity.

Elena's...

James Lee Smith Jr.

James Lee Smith Jr.

Dec 7, 2024

James Lee Smith, Jr., age 89, of Paris, departed this life on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Georgetown Community Hospital. James was born on April 28, 1935, in Lexington, Kentucky, the son of the late James L. and Minnie Curtis Smith, was a graduate of the Kentucky School for the Deaf, a 27-year employee of Accurtran Metal Company in...

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