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.

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...

Joshua Colvin Hash

Joshua Colvin Hash

Dec 7, 2024

Joshua Colvin "J.C." Hash, 95, passed away peacefully at his home on December 7, 2024. Born in Centerville, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Thomas and Irene Colvin Hash and leaves behind a legacy of love and family. On December 26, 2023, J.C. and his wife, Christine, celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary, a remarkable milestone. In addition...

Timothy Sample

Timothy Sample

Dec 5, 2024

Graveside services for Timothy Sample will be held Monday, February 3, 2025 in our Garden of Serenity.

Billy Ray Hampton

Billy Ray Hampton

Dec 5, 2024

Billy Ray Hampton, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on December 5, 2024, at the age of 65. Born on June 10, 1959, in Georgetown, Kentucky, Billy lived a life characterized by friendliness. His final days were spent surrounded by love in Lexington, Kentucky, the city that he had made his home and where...

Lottie E. Stevenson

Lottie E. Stevenson

Dec 4, 2024

Lottie Elizabeth Stevenson 92 peacefully entered her eternal rest on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. She was born to the union of her parents Samuel Lee and Rosa Arnette Stevenson on September 5. 1932. She grew up in Lexington, Kentucky in the Fayette County Public School Systems, being a graduate of the old Paul Laurence Dunbar High School Class of...

Charles Franklin Mccann, Jr.

Charles Franklin Mccann, Jr.

Nov 30, 2024

Charles Franklin McCann, Jr., age 92 of Paris, Kentucky departed this life on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the V.A. Medical Center in Lexington. Charles was born in Carlisle, Kentucky on August 27, 1933, to the late Charles Franklin and Vivian Lawrence McCann, Sr., served our country in the United States Air Force, was a retired Quality Controller for...

Jacqueline Carol (Mullins)  Royalty

Jacqueline Carol (Mullins) Royalty

Nov 30, 2024

Jacqueline Carol Royalty, 85, widow of Dr. Dale M. Royalty, passed away Monday, March 3, 2025. She was born in Lexington, KY on December 3, 1939 to the late Hilda Leak and Charles Mullins.

Those left to cherish her memory includes her daughter, Katherine Royalty; her sons, Lance Royalty, Curtis Randy Sousley; and her grandchildren, Grant Sousley,...

Carol Elaine (Lagedrost)  Mueller

Carol Elaine (Lagedrost) Mueller

Nov 30, 2024

Carol Elaine Mueller (Lagedrost) passed away in the morning of September 26, 2025, at age 83. Carol was the middle child of Walter and Mary Lagedrost. Her older sister and closest friend, Marilyn Satterfield, left us in 2021. Carol remained close to her younger brother, Larry Lagedrost, and his wife, Nancy. In addition to Larry and Nancy, Carol is survived...

Connie Cowan

Connie Cowan

Nov 30, 2024

Cowan Cowan, Mother of Kunte Hayes, daughter of Alberta Cowan,  will be laid to rest in our Garden of The Last Supper, Thursday, September 25, 2025

Hawkins Taylor Funeral Home, Lexington KY is in charge of arrangements

Bobby Wilkerson

Bobby Wilkerson

Nov 29, 2024

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Bobby Clay Wilkerson was born June 2nd, 1957, in Lexington, KY to the union of the late Raymond & Bertie (Sleet) Wilkerson. He was called home on November 29, 2024, at the age of 67. In his youth (Little Georgetown) he began his spiritual walk with Jehovah God. He went on to graduate from Lafayette High...

Floyd Williams

Floyd Williams

Nov 25, 2024

Services for Floyd Williams will be held Friday, December 20, 2024 in our Garden of Serenity.

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