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Lexington, Kentucky Helen Cain Bradley 1920 — 2024 Helen Cain Bradley, 104, wife of the late Harvey D. Bradley, died peacefully on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at her residence in Lexington, KY. She was born January 8, 1920, in Faubush, Pulaski County, KY, the daughter of the late Welby Cain and Nannie Burkett. Helen was active in NARFE for many years, and was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Lexington. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother, and will be missed by all who knew her. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Education from Eastern Kentucky University, and taught elementary school for more than thirty years, starting in one-room and two-room schools in Pulaski County, and retiring...

Darlington, Wisconsin Amos J. Breen 1983 — 2024 Amos J. Breen, age 40 of Darlington, WI passed away Friday, January 12, 2024 at SSM Health - St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, WI. He was born January 19, 1983 in Harvard, IL the son of Richard Jr. and Denise (Ferger) Breen. Amos grew up in Delevan, WI and later Burnside, KY. At the age of 25, Amos moved to Darlington, WI where he lived the rest of his life. Amos is survived by his fianc?: Tammi Baird of Darlington; two children: Cloie Breen and Patience Breen both of Somerset, KY; his mother: Denise Breen of Camden; one brother: William (Abegail) Breen of Darlington; one sister: Hannah (Jim) Badertscher of Camden, TN; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father:...

Clemmons, North Carolina Wanda Louise Page Dodson 1942 — 2023 Wanda Louise Page Dodson, 81, passed away at Trinity Elms in Clemmons, North Carolina, on September 28, 2023. She was born on July 2nd, 1942 in Wayne County, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Alvin Eugene Dodson. Wanda is survived by son, Terry (Paula) Dodson of Clemmons, NC; daughter, Sheila Blanton; grandchildren, Samantha, Ashley, and Jonathan Blanton of Pfafftown NC, Heather Waters Kirby of Santa Barbara, CA, and Nathan Waters of Lexington, KY; great-grandkids Garreth and Madeline Waters and Amelia Kirby; and a brother, Bill Page. A private family service will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.salemfh.com.

Somerset, Kentucky Roger Boling 1947 — 2023 Roger Dale "Pepaw" Boling passed peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones on September 18th, 2023. Roger was the 7th son of the late Lona and Clara (Taylor) Boling, born on June 5th, 1947, in New Castle Indiana. He graduated from Walter P. Chrysler High School in New Castle, Indiana and Immediately enlisted in the United States Army on November 23rd, 1966. Roger served his country in the Vietnam War from 1966-1968 as a member of the 26th Infantry Regiment "Blue Spaders" of the Big Red One. He received several awards, including the Silver Star for his gallantry, two Bronze Stars for heroism and bravery, and the Purple Heart after being wounded in combat, Army Commendation medal with...

Somerset, KY, Kentucky Gary F. Whitis 1954 — 2023 Gary F. Whitis went to his heavenly home on August 9th in Somerset, KY. He and his twin sister Terri were born March 18, 1954 in Danville, KY to Ralph and Jeraldine Anderson Whitis. He grew up in Moreland where he and the family dog "Beebop" walked to the Moreland School until it closed. He graduated from Hustonville High School and was a student at Eastern KY University. He began his work career in Moreland on the farm raising beef cattle and working with his dad. He mowed lawns for several neighbors, worked for his grandfather in Junction City, and drove a fuel delivery truck from his Dad's Texaco bulk plant in Danville. In 1974 he began his career with Norfolk Southern Railway,...

Franklin, Indiana Robert Stewart Murphy 1931 — 2023 Robert Stewart Murphy, 91, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 in Franklin, Indiana. "Bob" was born on December 27, 1931 in Gastonia, North Carolina. He graduated from Gastonia High School and went on to obtain a BA from Wake Forest University, a Master of Divinity from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Masters in Mathematics from the University of Tennessee. He taught first at Mountain Valley Boy's School in Breathitt County, Kentucky where he met and married Sally Newell, a home economist. He then taught math at Burnside High School and Pulaski County High School in Pulaski County where he and Sally raised four children. He also taught at Somerset Community College after...

Cleveland, Tennessee Charles N. Haney 1932 — 2023 On April 28th, 2023, Maj. Charles N. Haney, of Cleveland, TN, loving husband of Jo Haney of 65 years, and faithful father of Chris, Craig (Cary), and Elizabeth, joined the choir of angels surrounded by his family. Charles (also known as Dad, Charlie and Chuck) was born in Ferguson, Kentucky, on August 04, 1932, to Elfreda and Vernando Haney and had six siblings. He attended Ferguson High School and Cumberland Junior College in Kentucky, where he received a basketball scholarship. Charles enlisted in the United State Air Force (USAF) in 1952 and retired as a major after 20 years of service. As a pilot, he flew numerous aircraft, including the C-130. His assignments included missions to...

Burnside, Kentucky Beverly Lucille Franklin 1947 — 2023 Beverly Lucille Franklin, 75, of Burnside, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the home of her daughter. Born September 21, 1947, in Kentucky, she was the daughter of Robert and Erma (Nasby) Franklin. Beverly was a graduate of Columbus High School and worked for RCA, later known as Thompson Consumer Electronic. She was a member of the Greenwood Baptist Church in Greenwood, Kentucky. Beverly enjoyed arts and crafts, woodworking, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, listening to Bluegrass music, and trying to play stringed instruments. She loved to sing, tell people about Jesus Christ, and make people feel important. She is survived by her son, Jericho Blanton of Burnside,...

Lexington, Kentucky Dawn Michelle Taylor 1979 — 2023 Dawn Michelle Taylor, 43, of Waynesburg, KY passed away from this life on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at her home surrounded by family. She was born on May 18, 1979, to Regina Moore in Cincinnati, Ohio. She enjoyed trucking, reading, clogging, collecting guns, cooking new recipes, getting new tattoos, and spending time with her dog, Twila. Dawn was a local and cross-country truck driver for many years. She enjoyed her work and the travel and sights she got to see. Dawn was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Dallas and Jean Taylor and an uncle, Randy Taylor. She is survived by her mother, Regina Moore (Dennis); her daughter, Ashley Butler; her sister, Vanessa Noorani (Daniel);...

Somerset, Kentucky Kenneth Richard Jacques 1959 — 2022 Mr. Kenneth Richard Jacques, age 63 of Somerset, KY, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2022. Kenneth was born in Detroit, MI on February 20, 1959, the son of the late Oliver and Lottie Jacques. He spent over 30 years as a professor at Somerset Community College. He was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed collecting stamps, coins, and books. Those left to celebrate his life are his friends: Patricia Rucker of Richmond KY, Jenny Burkett of Somerset, KY, Brian & Kelly Durham and family of Brodhead, KY, his dogs Buddy and Missy, Mark Mounce & family of Somerset, KY, and Karla Stunk and family of Somerset, KY; as well as a host of other friends and neighbors. Besides his parents, he...

Richmond, Kentucky Ruby Dean Holbrook Collins 1934 — 2022 Ruby Dean Holbrook Collins, 88, of Richmond, Kentucky, beloved widow of Clarence T "Tony" Collins, departed this life Thursday, December 15, 2022. She was a daughter of the late Herbert T. and Belle Elizabeth Hatton Holbrook born in Bayes, Breathitt County, Kentucky on July 12, 1934. She was a retired Teacher and was also a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. She is survived by two daughters, Toni "Dee" Collins Brewer and husband, Mark of Nicholasville, Kentucky and Belmarie Collins Riley and husband, James Robert "Robbie" Riley II of Richmond, Kentucky; six grandchildren, Mark Stephen Brewer II, Matthew Lawton Brewer, Victoria Collins McNeil, Natalie Christian Collins,...

Science Hill, Kentucky Ernest Wallin, Jr. 1953 — 2022 Ernest Wallin, Jr., age 69, of Science Hill, KY, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2022, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. Ernest was born on September 17, 1953, in Stanford, KY, a son of the late Ernest Wallin, Sr., and Luann Deborde Wallin. He was of the Baptist faith, and enjoyed old cars, fishing, guns, and riding motorcycles. Those left to celebrate his life are his children: Richard Shane Mink, Angela Renee Branscum & Will, Heather Dawn Willis & Jack, and Robert Dewayne Wallin & Shenea; eight grandchildren: Desiree Bailey, Brittany Wallin, Amber Bailey, Brandon Mink, Andrew Branscum, Lasha Wallin, Zackary Wallin, and Abbey Wallin; eight great-grandchildren:...

Stanford, Kentucky Coach Robbie Lucas 1972 — 2022 Coach Robbie Lucas, 50, of Stanford, KY passed away at his home on Sunday, November 13, 2022. Born on October 7, 1972, in Garrard County to Charlie and Ruth Lucas. Coach Lucas enjoyed spending time with his family and loved his daughters dearly. He was a genuine, honest and straightforward person who was loved by many. Coach Lucas was the Head Coach of Somerset High School Football Team for the last 14 years and was a part of the football program for over 20 years. He led the Somerset Briar Jumpers to their only Class 2A State Championship in 2019. His mantra, "Long Live the Brotherhood", was focused on taking care of your brothers, both on and off the field. He loved all his players and...

Liberty, Kentucky Debbie Demrow 1953 — 2022 Debbie Demrow, of Liberty, formerly of Waynesburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at her home after courageously battling cancer for many years. She was 69. Born June 18, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Bert and Phyllis Calhoun Smallwood. Debbie retired from Lincoln County High School, where she was the front desk secretary and Cheerleading coach for many years. Debbie was a member of the Pleasant View Baptist Church and the Fort Logan Hospital Auxiliary. In her younger years, Debbie enjoyed playing softball. Debbie loved her grandchildren, the Kentucky Wildcats, Christmas, entertaining friends and family, cooking, TJ Maxx, riding her...

Rushville, Indiana Ina Maire (Sweet) Dye 1939 — 2022 Ina Marie (Sweet) Dye , age 83 passed away on Wednesday, November 09, 2022 in Rushville IN. The oldest child and the only daughter of the late Milford C. Sweet and Emma M (Howell) Sweet, she was born March 07, 1939 in Pulaski County, KY. Ina loved to sing gospel music and sang in several church groups during her life time. Whether she was singing in The Pastor's Trio, groups at The First Southern Baptist Church and Maranatha Baptist Church or a nursing home, she was always ready to share her love for God in song. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, M.C. Dye, whom she married in Rossville GA on December 28, 1955. Their children, Lynn (Brenda) Dye of Donaldsonville, GA; Byron...

Lebanon, Kentucky Bette Watkins Lorenzen 1937 — 2022 BETTE VIRGINIA WATKINS (BARTON) LORENZEN passed away peacefully in Nerinx, Kentucky on Friday, November 4, at the age of 85. Bette was born on April 11, 1937 in Owensboro, Kentucky to Paul S. Watkins and Virginia Smith Watkins, and was a member of the Owensboro High School Class of 1955. She relocated to Somerset, Kentucky in 1959 where she raised three daughters and began her career in Kentucky state government. Later, marriage and career led to stops in Frankfort and Dawson Springs, Kentucky, as well as Augusta, Georgia, where she completed her bachelor's degree at Augusta University (formerly Augusta College) and formed many fond memories at Amen Corner each April. Following a 20-year...

Albany, Georgia Carl :"Doc" Eugene Phelps 1950 — 2022 Mr. Carl "Doc" Eugene Phelps, 71, of Leesburg, GA passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at the Willson Hospice House in Albany, GA. A celebration of life will be held at Lake Cumberland Funeral Home in Somerset, KY on Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm. All family and friends are invited to come share in the celebration of Mr. Phelps' life. Born in Somerset, KY on November 20, 1950, he was the son of Josephine Phelps. Mr. Phelps retired as a Bridge Crew Foreman from the Kentucky Department of Transportation after 32 years. Mr. Phelps was a devoted UK Basketball fan and enjoyed turkey hunting and fishing. He was of the Baptist Faith. Survivors include his wife, Audrey...

Indianapolis, Indiana Norma Lee Francis 1936 — 2022 Norma Lee Francis quietly passed away October 5th, 2022, at her residence in Indianapolis. Norma was born in Evarts, Kentucky, the daughter of LaVina and Walter Harrison. LaVina, a school teacher in Evarts, divorced Walter and later married Edd Tackett, an air force pilot. Edd adopted Norma as his own daughter, and they loved each other dearly. At a young age, Norma discovered the joy of education and community service. She enrolled at Cumberland College in Williamsburg, Kentucky to pursue a career in Nursing and Medical Health. While at Cumberland College, Norma met Millard Francis. After graduating from Cumberland College with associate degrees, Millard and Norma married and moved to...

Somerset, Kentucky Mary Joe Hinson 1928 — 2022 Mary Hinson went to be with her Lord on Friday, August 26, 2022, just short of her 94th birthday, September 14th. From her 20s until her passing, Mary was a servant of her Lord Jesus Christ. It was her influence that led her husband, Richard Hinson, to also accept God into his life and become a Baptist minister. Richard and Mary spent many years serving at Berean Baptist Church in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, Monterey Baptist Church in Orlando, Florida, and West Somerset Baptist Church in Somerset, Kentucky, the church they called home. Miss Mary shared her faith by teaching children's Sunday School and VBS, singing in church services, and witnessing to others in both words and actions. At...

Winston-Salem, North Carolina Alvin Eugene Dodson 1938 — 2022 Alvin Eugene Dodson, 83, passed away at his home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, on July 12, 2022. He was born on September 24, 1938, in Somerset, Kentucky, to Emory and Goldie Dodson. He was Army Veteran who served during the Vietnam War. Alvin was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife, Wanda Page Dodson; sister, Etta Mae (Richard) Thacker of Versailles Ky; son, Terry (Paula) Dodson of Clemmons, NC; daughter, Sheila Blanton; grandchildren, Samantha, Ashley, and Jonathan Blanton of Pfafftown NC, and Heather Waters Kirby, Santa Barbara, CA, and Nathan Waters of Lexington, KY; and great-grandkids Garreth and Madeline Waters and Amelia Kirby. A celebration of...

New Castle, Indiana Iva Lee Alexander 1936 — 2022 Iva Lee Alexander, 86, of New Castle and formerly of Shirley passed away Sunday, June 5, 2022 at Heritage House in New Castle. She was born February 23, 1936 in Ruth, KY, a daughter of the late Henry Miles and Wilson Lucy Phelps. Iva was a member of the Greensboro Church of the Nazarene since 1956 where she enjoyed being a Sunday school teacher for many years. She was a lifelong homemaker and avid gardener. In years past, Iva would do sewing, ironing and babysitting for residents of Shirley. Iva's most recent hobbies included being the "Queen of Bingo", playing Rook, Farkle and Uno card games. While living at Addison Place in New Castle, Iva was proud to be the Resident Ambassador. Iva had...

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