Marie Burus McCoy, age 90, widow of Kenneth McCoy passed away on Friday, March 26, 2021. She was born on Cane Creek, Stanton, Kentucky to the late Coleman and Sallie Morton. She was a life long member of the Cane Creek Union Church where she rarely missed a church service. Her tough spirit and slight stubborn streak were evidenced by her devotion to her family and her vigorous work ethic. She enjoyed gardening and passed that love on to her grandchildren. Many knew her as Mrs. McCoy from her time as an instructional aid in mathematics at Powell County Middle School. After her retirement, she remained mathematically minded by recounting to her grandchildren the number of turkeys, cows, or cars she could see from the front window of her Cane Creek home. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by her son, James Lee McCoy, her grandson, Robert Shane McCoy and two brothers, Paul Morton and Phillip Morton.  Marie is survived by her son, Edward (Marsha) McCoy of Stanton; one daughter, Marilyn (Greg) Otis of Naples, FL; one brother, Arnold Morton of Clay City; one sister, Barbara (Tommy Joe) Frazier of Sarasota, FL; one sister in law Vina Morton of Clay City; seven grandchildren, Will (Lee) McCoy, Rebecca (Dave) Dotson, Patrick McCoy, Lesley Ann (Wayne) Vaughn, Brandon McCoy, Stephanie (Thaddeus) Otis and Laura (Brian) Foret along with eight great grandchildren, Haley Vaughn, Amber Dotson, Blakley Dotson, Kenna McCoy, Robert Cole McCoy, Lilly McCoy, Margaux Foret and Francis McCoy Foret.  Private funeral services officiated by Bro. Eddie Dawson viewed via Facebook Live on Hearne Funeral Home facebook page was held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Public visitation was at 6:00 P.M. Monday at the funeral home.  Burial was in McCoy Cemetery at Rogers Chapel with Will McCoy, Patrick McCoy, Brandon McCoy, David Dotson and Wayne Vaughn serving as pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.     

Ester Hall, 81, of Irvine passed away March 13, 2021 at the Fountain Circle Nursing and Rehab in Winchester. She was born July 29, 1939 in Irvine to Elza and Gracie Ballard. She was a housewife and a member of the Ivy Hill Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters Debra Woolsey of Irvine, Carole Hall of Camargo, four grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, a brother Lloyd Ballard and wife Karen of Louisville, two sisters Pat Rainey of Winchester and Virginia Tares of Winchester. She was preceded in death by her husband Langley Hall, a daughter Lisa McIntosh, several brothers, two sisters Bonnie Arthur and Faye Stamper. A memorial service will be held at the Vaugh’s Mill Cemetery on Mother’s Day. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine was in charge.

Geneva Francis Ballard, age 82, widow of Arnold E. Ballard of Stanton, Kentucky  passed away on March 26, 2021 at Clark Regional Medical Center.  Born in Mountain Springs, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Leonard Rogers and the late Nora Morefield Rogers. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Franklin Rogers; two sisters, Avon Jewell and Dorothy Marie Dunaway and her grandchild, Connie Gail Hamilton.  Geneva is survived by one son, Gary (Debbie) Ballard of Livingston, TN; two daughters, Ruth (Donald) Anderson of Jeffersonville and Sherry Lynn (Scott) Rogers of Stanton; one brother, Randall Rogers of Ravenna; six grandchildren, Lovena Fultz, Kayla Wallace, Kindra Wallace, Travis Ballard, Jessica Higginbottom and Heather Ballard and 13 great grandchildren.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Terry Barnes and Bro. Paul Bates with eulogy by Sharon Rogers were 7:00 P.M, Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was at 5:00 P.M, Tuesday at the funeral home.  Burial was in Hensley Cemetery, Gainsboro, TN at 3:00 P.M. central time on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 with Billy Dunaway, Travis Ballard, Paul Rogers,   Scott Rogers, Timmy Scott Caudill and Brad Nolan serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Anthony Wallace, Johnny Rogers and Donald Anderson.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Bobby Francis Blevins, 32, husband of Jessica Bush Blevins, passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021. He was born July 22, 1988 in Lexington to Bobby Dean Blevins and Frances Fouch Lakes. Survivors include, wife, Jessica Blevins; sons, Bobby Nathaniel Blevins, Hayden Smyth Cox, and Kaden ALexander Blevins; father, Bobby Dean Blevins; mother, Frances (Dale) Lakes; brothers, Lyman Zachary (Taylor) Blevins, Caden Morton and Caleb Morton; nieces, Harper Blevins and Adalynn Blevins; grandparents, Bev (Tracy) Blevins; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Henry and Irene Fouch and paternal grandmother, Melba Bush. Services were Saturday, March 27, 2:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Johnny Hurt. Visitation was Friday after 6:00PM. Burial in Henry-Fouch Cemetery with Zach Blevins, Landers Crowe, James Blevins, Jamie Crawford, Dereck Halsey, and Jonathon McIntosh serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Bobby Nathaniel Blevins, Hayden Cox, Kaden Blevins, Dale Lakes, Kevin Blevins, Billy Blevins, Phyllis Moreland, June Sorensen, and Deana & David Hargis. In lieu of flowers contributions suggested to help with funeral expenses.

Joyce Ann Estes, 50, passed away Monday, March 22, 2021 at Saint Joseph Hospital, Lexington. She was born April 26, 1970 in Estill County Kentucky to the late Jennings Elroy Estes and Beatrice Watkins Estes. Survivors include, mother, Beatrice Estes; sister, Marie (Raymond) Kanatzer; son, Jeffery (Tabitha Newland) Estes; daughter, Kayla (Frankie Reed) Richardson; grandchildren, Destiny Reed, Jeffery Estes Jr., Madison Estes, Morgan Estes, Jackson Richardson, Jaelyn Richardson, and Thomas Reed; nieces, Erica (Hunter) Rawlins and Amanda (David) Greco; great-nieces and nephews, Conner, Christian, Liam, and Bree. Services were Friday, March 26, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Richard Stipe. Visitation was Friday after 10:00AM. Burial in Clarmont Memorial Gardens, Winchester with Jeffery Estes, Bily Watkins, Thomas Watkins, John Watkins, Jeffery Rowland, Brandon Rutland, Raymond Kanatzer, and Linville Watkins.

Thelma Boyd, 86, widow of Aland Boyd, passed away Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Stanton Nursing Center. She was born November 19, 1934 in Powell County to the late James Wilden and Letha Mae Rogers Tipton. She was married to her life’s love, Aland Boyd on August 1, 1958. Thelmla was a life long homemaker and a member of the Stanton Church of Christ.

She joyfully built her life around her husband, three sons, and her grandsons. She was thrilled beyond words when her first great-grandchild was born into the family. She was always there to lend her family a helping hand, working in the garden, cooking for family reunions, and taking care of her grandsons and great-granddaughter. Thelma was well known for her quick witted personality and being 100 percent country girl. Survivors include, sons, Ronnie Dean (Lynn) Boyd, Timothy Ray (Vernita) Boyd, and Dennis Wayne Boyd; brothers, Odean (Minnie) Tipton and Clarence “Doc” (Mary) Tipton; sisters, Mae Knox and Ladonna Tharpe; grandchildren, Christopher Ray (Sarah) Boyd and Erik Ridge Boyd; great-grandchildren, Emma Beth Boyd, Kaylee and Trenton Barnett. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Aland Boyd, grandson, Justin William Boyd, eight brothers, and two sisters. Services were  Sunday, March 28, 2:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Larry Shoemaker. Visitation was Saturday 6-9pm at the funeral home. Burial was in Boyd Cemetery with Gene Meadows, Sheldon Meadows, James Harold Bailey, Ronnie Elliott, Garry Tipton, Ricky Tipton, Dean Tipton, and Kendall Knox. Honorary pallbearers serving, Bobby Knox, Eddie Tipton, Lavonna Tipton, Linville Tipton, David Tipton, Tiffany Faulkner, Staff at Stanton Nursing Center, and Staff at Hospice East.

Rosemary Caudill, age 84, wife of Lee Edward Caudill of Stanton, Kentucky passed away on Friday, March 26, 2021 with her family at her bed side.  Born in Fort Worth, Texas she was the daughter of the late Perry Franklin Cagle and the late Fannie McDonnel Cagle and a former custodian of South Elkhorn Baptist Church.  She was a member of Clay City Baptist Church and she had worked in nursing facilities, title offices, the United States Postal Service, the banking industry and in shoe manufacturing.  She served as a Navy Ombudsman and she served as a counselor with the Billy Graham Crusade events. She was preceded in death by one sister , Fannie May Barton who helped to raise her.  Rosemary is survived by her husband, Lee Caudill; two sons, Jamie (Ambara) Caudill of Stanton and Billy Franklin Arvill Caudill of Lexington; one daughter, Roselee (Ray) Harmon of Trumansburg, NY; one sister, Sharon Kaye (Kip) Derrick; eight grandchildren, Christopher Michael Colter, James Andrew Caudill, Rayanna Lee Harmon, Logan Harmon, Morgan Rose Caudill, Jordan Leigh Caudill, Amy (David) Estepp and Craig (Jessica)  Pasley along with five great grandchildren, Zeppelin Monarch Colter, Dawson David Estepp, Kayley Rebecca Estepp, Brody Alan Pasley and Sadie Lee Pasley.  Funeral services were officated by Brother John Combs and Brother John Kohr conducted at 5:00 P.M. Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was at 3:00 P.M. Sunday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North, 205 Elbeck Lane, Williamstown, KY with Logan Harmon, Dawson David Estepp, James Andrew Caudill, Craig Alan Pasley, David Earl Estepp, Brody Alan Pasley and Christopher Michael Colter serving as pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.    

Mrs. Bertha E. Hurst, 86, of Stanton, Kentucky, the widow of Harold M. Hurst, departed Earth’s sunset into God’s glorious dawning, on Wednesday, March 17, 2021.  Mrs. Hurst was born on August 4, 1934 in Powell County, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Guy and Ethel Stephens Frazier. She was a 1952 graduate of Powell County High School and a graduate of Berea College. Following her graduation, she returned to Powell County High School where she taught English for over 27 years.

Throughout the years, Bertha and her late husband, Harold, were dedicated to their community and their business endeavors. After her school retirement in 1989, she joined her husband in their family business, Hurst Furniture and Appliances, in Stanton, Kentucky. She loved unconditionally and was an unwavering Christian witness to everyone that had the honor to know and love her. “Mom Bea”, as she was affectionately known, will always be remembered for her quiet, unassuming, but reassuring way. She was a faithful and dedicated member of the First Presbyterian Church of Stanton, Kentucky, where she was a member of the Monday Morning Women’s Prayer Group. In addition, she ministered and led a time of devotion at The Dessie Scott Children’s Home at Pine Ridge for two decades. Survivors include her two daughters: Gwendolyn Carol Hurst and Stephanie Hurst Wells; two granddaughters: Heather Wells Combs (Robert Shannon) and Rebecca Lynne Wells; a great-granddaughter: Whitley Carlyle Combs; one brother: Scott Frazier (Katherine); a sister-in-law: Betty Dudley as well as several nieces and nephews.In addition to her husband and her parents, she was preceded in death by her great-grandson: Robert Braeden Combs; three brothers: Robert, Malcolm and Grant Frazier and a sister: Naomi Lackey:  sons-in-law, Paul Wayne Wells and Rick Hall and a nephew: Sam Dudley. Funeral Services was held at 4:00 PM Sunday, March 21, 2021 in The Stanton Cemetery with Rev. Lucas Waters and Rev. Bill Wright officiating. Facial coverings and social distancing will be observed. Honorary Pallbearers were the members of The First Presbyterian Church of Stanton.

Memorial donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Stanton, 420 North Main Street, Stanton, Kentucky 40380.   The Combs, Parsons & Collins Funeral Home, Richmond is in charge of the arrangements.

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Betty Joyce Bartley Moore, 72, of Mt. Sterling passed away Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling. She was born January 17, 1949 in Pikeville to George and Marcella Bartley. She was a nurse and a member of the Christian Assembly of God. She is survived by her husband Gerald Moore of Mt. Sterling and a son Brandon Bartley of Mt. Sterling. She was preceded in death by her parents George and Marcella Bartley, two brothers Ralph Bartley and Howard Bartley and a sister Zelma Bartley. Funeral services were held 11 AM Friday, March 19, 2021 at the Christian Assembly of God with Bro. Scott Barnes officiating. Friends visited Friday from 9 AM till time of the service. Burial followed in the Machpelah Cemetery. Family ask that in lieu of flowers make donations to Grayson Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City is in charge of services.

Mark Atkinson, age 60, passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at Stanton Nursing Center, Stanton, Kentucky.  Born in Winchester, Kentucky he was the son of the late Malcolm Eugene Atkinson and the late Elnora Martin Atkinson and he was a former construction worker.  During his recent illness he amazed his family with his positive and resilient attitude. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, John and Mina Atkinson and his maternal grandparents, Mose and Ollie Martin.  Mark is survived by three brothers, Melvin Eugene Atkinson, Michael Thomas (Betty) Atkinson and Morgan Clay Atkinson; nieces, Beth Ann Atkinson, Taylor Atkinson and Megan Wells; two aunts, Virginia Reed and Estelle Johnson along with several cousins.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Randy McCoy were held at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, March 21, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. Sunday at the funeral home.  Burial was  in Stanton Cemetery with Gary Bowen, Mike Means, Danny Boyd, Randy Boyd, Jeff Willoughby, Doug Johnson and Aaron Marsee serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Thelma Snowden, Minnie Willoughby, Brenda Wells, H. K. Cunningham, Bruce Crowe, Sammy Parks, David Matthews and the nursing staff of Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center that he had such affection for.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Joseph Mark Wagers, 60, husband of Anne Farley Wagers, passed away Saturday, March 20, 2021 at his home. He was born November 16, 1960 in Ohio to the late Ford and Dora Mae Wagers. He was a Army Veteran. Survivors include, wife, Anne Wagers; daughters, Tabatha (Tim) Reed and Lena (James) Gardner; sons, Ford Wagers and Jeremy Wagers; brother, Jerry Wagers; sisters, Evelyn Hamblin and Teresa (Reggie) Ameral; grandchildren, Nathan, Gabrielle, Triston, Naomi, Juliann, Parker, Lucous, Ezekiel, Mackayla, and Sophie. Services were Tuesday, March 23, 2:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Willard Estep and Bro. Bill Pelfrey. Visitation was Tuesday 11:00AM for family and after 12:00PM for friends until time of service. Burial was in Veterans Cemetery with military honors. Pallbearers serving, Cebert Rogers, Darrell Pelfrey Jr., Brandon Pelfrey, Tommy Pelfrey, Michael Pelfrey, and Jeffro Roberts.

Mark Atkinson, age 60, passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at Stanton Nursing Center, Stanton, Kentucky.  Born in Winchester, Kentucky he was the son of the late Malcolm Eugene Atkinson and the late Elnora Martin Atkinson and he was a former construction worker.  During his recent illness he amazed his family with his positive and resilient attitude. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, John and Mina Atkinson and his maternal grandparents, Mose and Ollie Martin.  Mark is survived by three brothers, Melvin Eugene Atkinson, Michael Thomas (Betty) Atkinson and Morgan Clay Atkinson; nieces, Beth Ann Atkinson, Taylor Atkinson and Megan Wells; two aunts, Virginia Reed and Estelle Johnson along with several cousins.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Randy McCoy were held at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, March 21, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. Sunday at the funeral home.  Burial was  in Stanton Cemetery with Gary Bowen, Mike Means, Danny Boyd, Randy Boyd, Jeff Willoughby, Doug Johnson and Aaron Marsee serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Thelma Snowden, Minnie Willoughby, Brenda Wells, H. K. Cunningham, Bruce Crowe, Sammy Parks, David Matthews and the nursing staff of Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center that he had such affection for.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Minnie Goldie Denniston, 75, wife of Billy Denniston, passed away Friday, March 19, 2021 at Saint Joseph Mt. Sterling. She was born August 17, 1946 in Stanton to the late Georgie and Vivian Townsend. Survivors include, husband, Billy Denniston; sons, Albert Denniston, Jimmy Denniston, and Billy Denniston Jr; daughter, Janet Lykins; brother, Michael Townsend; sister, Suzie Billy; and 8 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Ola Belle Denniston. Services Wednesday, March 24, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home. Visitation Wednesday 10:00AM-1:00PM at the funeral home. Burial in Nada Cemetery with Bobby Lykins, Albert Denniston, Jimmy Denniston, Wayne Lykins, and Wayne Denniston serving as pallbearers.

Delois Jane Elam, 78, passed away Saturday, March 20, 2021 at Georgetown Community Hospital. She was born on April 5, 1942 in Powell County, Kentucky to the late Troy and Mamie Catron. Survivors include, son Kelvin (Dorie) Elam, Georgetown, KY; grandchildren, Heather (Vernon) Shoemaker, Kelly Elam, Amy Elam, Laura (Ray) Ringler, Rebecca Barnett and Sheila Elam (Tyler Jones); great grandchildren, Elijah, Alex, Makayla, George, Marissa, Dalton, Paige, Ava, Kameron, Shane, Zach, Noah, Blake, Deston and Sophie; great, great grandchild Mia; sister Joyce (Ray) Conley and sister in law Elsie Catron. She was preceded in death by her husband George Elam; sons George Henry Elam Jr. and David Wayne Elam; and brothers Eugene Catron and Troy “Runt” Catron.

Services were Monday, March 22, 2021 at 2 pm at Davis and Davis Funeral Home by Rev. Raymond Tipton. Visitation was held Monday 12-2pm. Burial in Resthaven Cemetery in Stanton, Kentucky.

Harlan S. Walters, 63, passed away at his home on Saturday, March 6, after a brief illness. He was born on July 29, 1957 to the late James and Wynoka Walters in Lexington, Kentucky. Harlan is survived by his brother Michael (Karen) Walters and his beloved girlfriend, Jeannie Walker. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, cousins, and cherished friends. Harlan was pre-deceased by his wife, Angela (Peyton) Walters, his sister, Rosie (Walters) Pyles, and his brother Richmond (Richie) Walters. Harlan served honorably with the U.S. Army Special Forces and was a Master Electrician by trade. He owned his own electrical contracting business and was also a member of the Freemasons. Harlan loved the outdoors and especially enjoyed fishing, hunting, and hiking. He never met a stranger and was blessed with more friends than he could count. He had a kind, generous personality and he will be greatly missed by many. A memorial service in his honor will take place on Monday, April 5, 2021 at Clear Creek Baptist Church at 6:00pm.

Bonnie Louise Rawlinson, 68, passed away Sunday, March 14, 2021 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. She was born July 6, 1952 in Winchester to the late Roy and Dorothy Sparks. Survivors include, brothers, Benny (Betty) Sparks, Bobby Sparks, and Wayne Sparks; and sister, Treva Hollon; granddaughter, Taylor; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, son, Travis; and brothers, Jody, Orlan, and Don Sparks. Services were Wednesday, March 17, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Kenny Wasson. Visitation was Wednesday after 10:00AM. Burial was in Hobbs Cemetery, Campton with family serving as pallbearers.

Karen Jo Means, age 61 of Stanton, Kentucky, widow of Danny Dale Means passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at Clark Regional Medical Center from complications of breast cancer.  Born in Winchester, Kentucky she was the daughter of Linda Sparks Thorpe and the late Thomas Sherman Thorpe.  Karen was a 1976 graduate of Powell County High School, a homemaker and spent her life taking great care of her son, Justin Dale Means.  She is survived by her daughter, Brandy Smith and her son, Justin Dale Means of Clay City; her mother, Linda Sparks Thorpe of Stanton and three grandchildren, Aiden Faulkner, Riley Faulkner and Easton Smith.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Anthony Molihan were held at 4:00 P.M. Sunday, March 14, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was Sunday from 2:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. at the funeral home.  Burial was in Means Cemetery with David Thorpe, Larry Means, Zach Means, Shannon Smith, Garry Tipton, Bryan Howard, Elbert Steele and Bruce Spencer serving as pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

 Forrest Trent, 82, of Stanton, husband of Janice Smallwood Trent, went to be with his Lord on March 19, 2021 with his loving family by his bed side.  He was the son of the late Everett and Flossie Scott Trent.  He and Janice were happily married 62 years, 8 months, 19 days.  From this union was born two daughters Debra Trent, Cheryl (Barrett) Bromich of Chandler, AZ and one son Larry Forrest Trent, Jr. deceased.  He was a devoted loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  He was a friend to all.

     He was a retired business man.  He owned and operated Trent’s Used Cars, Trent’s Service Station and Trent’s Trucking from 1960 to 1997.  In 1997 Janice and Forrest spent the winters in Okeechobee, FL until this winter.  They enjoyed biking, fishing and boating.  They loved spending time with Uncle Luther and Aunt Gladys Trent and their family every winter.  He had helped with some building of the church there with his Uncle.  He also helped on the Stanton First Church of God when built in 1972.

     He had served his church as an usher and board member.  He belonged to Beechfork Golf Club and Powell County Historical Society.  He volunteered a short time at Powell County Food Bank.

     Also surviving are five grandchildren, Bobbi (Kent) Woods, Barrett Bromich, Seth Trent (Emily) of Chandler, AZ, Larry Dakota (Katlyn) Trent, Danielle Rowland of Stanton, KY; three great grandchildren, Charlee Trent, Ryleigh Rowland and Gatlin Townsend and a daughter-in-law, Lisa Trent; one brother, Herbert (Ruth Ann) Trent and a nephew, Jeffrey (Fran) Trent; a niece, Valerie McNeal and nephews, John Trent and William Trent, Jr. of Florida and John, Carson and Philip Evans of Grant County.

     Visitation and funeral services were held at Stanton First Church of God on Monday, March 22, 2021 beginning at noon until funeral services at 2:00 P.M.  Burial was in Stanton Cemetery with Dakota Trent, Barrett Bromich Jr., Kent Woods, Seth Trent, Steve Townsend and Jeff Trent serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are the congregation of Stanton First Church of God and CWC Ladies Missionary Group.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Linda Lou “Boo” Thorpe, age 75, widow of William Morton “Bill” Thorpe of Stanton, Kentucky passed away on Monday, March 15, 2021 at her residence.  Born in Stanton, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Courtney Roberts, Sr. and the late Zola Neal Roberts and she was a member of Stanton Assembly of God.  She was a graduate of Powell County High School and a former Powell County Deputy Jailer.  In addition to her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by her son, Clinton Wade Thorpe and her daughter, Charla Jo Thorpe; her brother, John Wayne Roberts and her sister, Pearline Brewer.  She is survived by daughter, Sharon Taylor of Okeechobee, FL; daughter-in-law, Michelle Thorpe of Stanton; three brothers:  Charles (Emma) Roberts of Versailles, Courtney (Jeanne) Roberts, Jr. of Dayton and J. C. (Judy) Roberts of Franklin, OH; four sisters:  Rachel Drake, Bonnie Crabtree, Phyllis McIntosh and Vickie (Gary) Asch all of Stanton; six grandchildren:  Jazmen Thorpe, Sarah Thorpe, Alyssa Hendershot, Courtney Thorpe, Jacey Thorpe and Leah Taylor-Wright and two great grandchildren, Kaleb Morton Thorpe and Octavia Charles.  Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, March 18, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky officiated by Brother Johnny Hurt. Funeral Services were viewed via Facebook Live at Hearne Funeral Home’s Facebook Page.  Visitation was at 6:00 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home.  Burial was in Roberts Cemetery with Colin Frazier, Rick Roberts, Keegan Holland, Dennis Curtis, Travis Crabtree and Gary Asch, III serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are David Thorpe, Timmy Frazier, Gary Lee Asch, II and Lillie Mae Adams.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Peggy Virginia Lewis, age 80, widow of Donald Lewis of Portage, Indiana passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at the residence of her sister, Phyllis Hurt Hobbs in Stanton, Kentucky.  Born in Hazard, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Andrew Jackson Hurt and the late Oshia Holiday Hurt.  She was a former billing supervisor at Methodist Hospital in Merrillville, Indiana and a member of 29th Avenue Baptist Church.  She was a former member of Lake Station, Indiana VFW and a dedicated mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberly Kaye Lewis, five brothers and two sisters.  She is survived by two sons, Don Allen (Sally) Lewis of Portage, IN and Steven (Silvana) Lewis of Cave Creek, AZ; two daughters, Lisa (Mohammed) Yaakoubi and Susan (Emily) Smitka of Portage, IN; one brother, Johnny (Joyce) Hurt of Stanton; two sisters, Phyllis Hurt Hobbs of Stanton and Betty (Archy) Rainy of Columbus, GA along with 12 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Johnny Hurt were held at 4:00 P.M. Saturday, March 13, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was 2:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home.  Burial followed in Resthaven Cemetery, Stanton, KY with Ben Terry, Nathan Terry, Paul Utley, Alex Utley, Austin Utley, Mark Adams and Andrew Shepherd serving as active pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

James Michael Chapman, age 68, of Nancy, Kentucky passed away on February 27, 2021 at University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington,  Born in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky he was the son of the late Almus Chapman and the late Ella Jean Smith Chapman and an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his son, Jamie Chapman, a brother, Damon Ray Chapman and a sister, Paula Combs.  He is survived by four sons:  Lloyd (Whitney Ann) Chapman of Nancy, Michael (Kacie) Latham of Science Hill, Brian Chapman of Owingsville and Kevin (Tracie) Butler of Somerset; one daughter, Crystal Chapman of Somerset; one brother, Almus Clinton “A. C.” Chapman of Irvine; one sister, Vada Barnes of Irvine; eight grandchildren:  Emily Jean Shrout, Harley Shrout, Skyler Garcia, Javier Garcia, Michael Latham, Jr., Olivia Latham, Victoria Strong and Samantha Strong.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Ben Liston were conducted at 5:00 P.M. Friday, March 5, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was 3:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.  Burial with military honors was in Donnie G. Randall Memorial Veterans Cemetery with Jamie Young, Lloyd Chapman, Michael Latham, Brian Chapman and Kevin Butler serving as pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Peggy Virginia Lewis, age 80, widow of Donald Lewis of Portage, Indiana passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at the residence of her sister, Phyllis Hurt Hobbs in Stanton, Kentucky.  Born in Hazard, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Andrew Jackson Hurt and the late Oshia Holiday Hurt.  She was a former billing supervisor at Methodist Hospital in Merrillville, Indiana and a member of 29th Avenue Baptist Church.  She was a former member of Lake Station, Indiana VFW and a dedicated mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberly Kaye Lewis, five brothers and two sisters.  She is survived by two sons, Don Allen (Sally) Lewis of Portage, IN and Steven (Silvana) Lewis of Cave Creek, AZ; two daughters, Lisa (Mohammed) Yaakoubi and Susan (Emily) Smitka of Portage, IN; one brother, Johnny (Joyce) Hurt of Stanton; two sisters, Phyllis Hurt Hobbs of Stanton and Betty (Archy) Rainy of Columbus, GA along with 12 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Johnny Hurt was held at 4:00 P.M. Saturday, March 13, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was 2:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home.  Burial followed in Resthaven Cemetery, Stanton, KY with Ben Terry, Nathan Terry, Paul Utley, Alex Utley, Austin Utley, Mark Adams and Andrew Shepherd serving as active pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.     

Brenda Sue Curtis Tipton, 70, of Winchester passed away Sunday, March 7, 2021 at the Baptist Health. She was born November 6, 1950 to Nova and Della Curtis. She is survived by a daughter Belissa Lisa Hall Jett of Winchester, five grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren, a brother Nova Curtis JR of Stanton, three sister’s Marcella Banks of Winchester, Carol Spangler of Clay City and Joyce Parido of Clay City. She was preceded in death by her parents Nova and Della Curtis, a son Larry Anderson, a daughter Belinda Ross, four sisters Lynda Ballard, Phyllis Curtis, Margaret Curtis, Rosella Mullins and a brother Stevenson Curtis. Funeral services were held 1 PM Thursday, March 11, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Tony Story officiating. Visitation was Thursday from 11 AM till time of the service. Burial was in the Salem Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Betty Jane Daniel, 89, widow of Harry Donald Daniel, passed away Monday, March 8, 2021 at Saint Joseph Mount Sterling. She was born September 25, 1931 to the late Lonnie Forrest and Hazel Merle Blankenship Shouse. Survivors include, sister, Faye Jones, Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter, Sharen Ann Daniel, and son, Keith Daniel. Services were Wednesday, March 10, 11:00AM Clay City United Methodist Church by Rev. Kim Rose. Visitation was Wednesday after 9:00AM at the church. Burial in Clay City Eaton Cemetery.

Karen Jo Means, age 61 of Stanton, Kentucky, widow of Danny Dale Means passed away

on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at Clark Regional Medical Center from complications of breast cancer.  Born in Winchester, Kentucky she was the daughter of Linda Sparks Thorpe and the late Thomas Sherman Thorpe.  Karen was a 1976 graduate of Powell County High School, a homemaker and spent her life taking great care of her son, Justin Dale Means.  She is survived by her daughter, Brandy Smith and her son, Justin Dale Means of Clay City; her mother, Linda Sparks Thorpe of Stanton and three grandchildren, Aiden Faulkner, Riley Faulkner and Easton Smith.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Anthony Molihan was held at 4:00 P.M. Sunday, March 14, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was Sunday from 2:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. at the funeral home.  Burial was in Means Cemetery with David Thorpe, Larry Means, Zach Means, Shannon Smith, Garry Tipton, Bryan Howard, Elbert Steele and Bruce Spencer serving as pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.   

Bonnie Louise Rawlinson, 68, passed away Sunday, March 14, 2021 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. She was born July 6, 1952 in Winchester to the late Roy and Dorothy Sparks. Survivors include, brothers, Benny (Betty) Sparks, Bobby Sparks, and Wayne Sparks; and sister, Treva Hollon. Burial in Hobbs Cemetery, Campton. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Mary Anderson, age 81, widow of Willie Harvey Anderson of Clay City, Kentucky passed away at Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Wednesday, March 3, 2021.  Born in Pikeville, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Archie Newell and the late Manda Hall Newell and she was a member of Bowen Church of Christ.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her son, Sherman Ray Johnson; stepson, Darrell Anderson; stepdaughter, Debbie Slone; grandson, Jeremy Adkins; brothers, Luke Newell, Willie Newell and Arthur Newell and her sister, Hazel Gillum.  She is survived by her daughter, Robin (Scott) Mattingly of Lawrenceburg; one sister, Pearl Gillum of West Liberty; eight grandchildren:  William Mattingly, Alicia (Alexis) Johnson, Josh Adkins, Michelle Anderson Tackett, Justin Anderson, Adam Slone, Jessica Slone and Amanda Fraley; 11 great grandchildren:  Kylee Martin, Kayden Parks, Madison Tackett, Avery Tackett, Brooklyn Paige Slone, Ayden Joseph Slone, Taylor Cheynee Slone, Deborah Loreen Slone, Victoria Taylor Cunningham, Casey Cheyenne Jones and Luke Jeffrey Flinchum and one great-great grandchild, Sophie Grace Cunningham. Mary Anderson was beloved by all. She loved her family and friends to the depth of her soul. She graded Bible lessons online for people all around the world, and made many friends in the process. She loved making her beautiful quilts, working in the garden, and reading a good book. She was especially fond of all animals and wildlife. No person or animal would ever leave her home hungry. She left a lasting impression on all who met her. Mary’s beautiful heart will never be forgotten. Funeral services officiated by Bro. Daniel Newell were held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home, Inc. in Stanton.  Visitation was at 12:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home.  Burial was in Johnson Cemetery with Adam Slone, Kollin Parks, Wayne McClure, Josh Adkins, Mark Newell and Toby Royse serving as pallbearers.  Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of Powell County Pets.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Terry Smallwood, 62, of Stanton passed away Friday, March 5, 2021 at the Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester. She was born July 22, 1958 in Lexington to Alvin “Bug” and Pauline Smallwood. She is survived by a daughter Stephanie Booth and her husband David of Stanton, four grandchildren, and a sister Katherine Smallwood of Stanton. She was preceded in death by a son Jeremy Roberts, a brother Alan Smallwood, and three sisters Alice Welch, Peggy Bowen and Linda Kelly. No services are planned at this time. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City was in charge.

Larry Green Wells, 66, of Clay City passed away Saturday, February 27, 2021 at the Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester. He was born July 9, 1954 in Clay City to Sam and Mattie Wells. He was a Veteran of the United States Army and enjoyed working with lawn mowers. He is survived by his wife Patricia Wells of Clay City, a stepson William Cottey and his wife Farrah of Germantown, KY, two step daughters BJ Lamb and husband Leon of Florida, Cindy Cottey of Maysville, eight grandchildren, one great grandchild, two sisters Gathel Roberts and her husband Leon of Stanton and Shirley Conner of Clay City, He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Gordon Wells. Funeral services were held 1 PM Thursday, March 4, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City with Bro. Donald Hale officiating. Friends visited Wednesday from 5 till 7 PM. Burial followed in the Kennon Cemetery. Pallbearers Mathew Campbell, Jimmy Campbell, Johnny Centers, Christian Hall, Austin Smith and Jim Wells. Honorary pallbearers are Sammy Conner, Danny Pitts, Nathan Willoughby and Shirley Pitts. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City is in charge of services.

Wallace Clay Neal, age 80, husband of Sharon Morton Neal of Winchester, KY passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at Clark Regional Medical Center.  Born in Stanton, KY he was the son of the late Wardie Hardin Neal and the late Allene Lawson Neal.  He was a former employee of Cooper Tire, East Kentucky Power and Rockwell International.  Wallace was a member of Calvary Christian Church in Winchester and he enjoyed farming, fishing and watching the television show Kentucky Afield.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Shirley Ann Neal.  Wallace is survived by his wife, Sharon Morton Neal and three children, Anthony (Dianna) Neal, Jeff (Mary) Neal and Deborah Watson all of Winchester; a brother, David (Kathy) Neal; two sisters, Linda (Willard) Estep and Betty (Howard) Pelfrey and sister-in-law, Faye Garrett all of Stanton; five grandchildren:  Kagan Watson, McKaley Watson, Alex (Samantha) Neal, Justin Neal and Jessica Neal along with three great grandchildren, Hunter Watson, Alyse Neal and Bowen Neal.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Willard Estep was held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, March 5, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was at 6:00 P.M. Thursday at the funeral home.  Burial was in Resthaven Cemetery with Alex Neal, Justin Neal, Chris Brogli, Chris Neal, Kelly Neal, Brandon Neal and Jeff Neal serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Don Bellamy, Judy Bellamy, Cleona Spencer, Kelly Brown, Rita Collins and Deanna Wallace.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Timothy Ray Vivian, 57, of Clay City passed away at his residence Monday, March 1, 2021. He was born July 27, 1963 to Carl and Wanda Vivian. He was a 1981 Graduate of the Montgomery Co. High School and a Graduate of the University of Auburn Veterinarian School where he also taught. He was a member of the Rocky Mountain Horse Association. He is survived by Ethan Vivian a cousin that he raised like a son. He was preceded by his parents Carl and Wanda Vivian and a brother Jeffery Vivian. A graveside service was held 11AM Thursday, March 4, 2021 at the West Cemetery in Jeffersonville. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge.

Danny McIntosh, 70, of Ravenna husband of Sharon McIntosh passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at the Marcum and Wallace Hospital in Irvine. He was born in Estill County February 21, 1950 to Pleasant and Murdell McIntosh. He was a member of the Irvine Free Methodist Church and worked for Carhart for 45 year. He is survived by his wife Sharon McIntosh, a son Danny P. McIntosh (Glenna), a daughter Michelle Tipton (Erin), four grandchildren Danny Glenn McIntosh, Nolan McIntosh, Keithen Tipton, Hannah Tipton and a brother Jerry McIntosh. He was preceded in death by his parents Pleasant and Murdell McIntosh, three brothers David McIntosh, Kyle McIntosh, Allen McIntosh and two sisters Faye Patrick and Ruth Henry. A celebration of life was held 2:30 Sunday, February 21, 2021 at the Irvine Free Methodist Church. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge.

Phyllis E. Curtis, 67, passed away Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington. She was born November 8, 1953 in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to the late Nova Wayne and Mauldie Bell Curtis. Survivors include, son, Elbert Hugh (Amber) Tipton; grandchildren, David Tipton, Cameron Tipton, Greyson Tipton, and Kara Maham; brother, Nova Wayne (Crystal) Curtis Jr.; sisters, Joyce (Ray) Parido, Carol (Bo) Spangler, Marcella Banks, and Brenda Tipton; special companion, Larry Parido. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Linda Ballard, Rose (David) Mullins, Margaret Ann; and brother, Stevenson Wayne. Services were Saturday, March 6, 1:00PM by Rev. Kim Rose. Visitation was Friday after 5:00PM at the funeral home. Burial was in Salem Cemetery with Steven Spangler, David Spangler, John Parido, Joseph Curtis, Tommy Pelfrey, and Darrell Pelfrey. Honorary pallbearers serving, Ray Parido, Bo Spangler, Shane Parido, Nick Burton, Jeff Burton, Frank Tolson, Shelby Rogers, David Tipton, and Greyson Tipton

John “Don” Hayes, 81, of Mt. Sterling passed away at his residence Monday, February 22, 2021 with his family by his side. He was born in Banger, KY February 12, 1940 to Clifton and Estill Hayes. He was retired from the Kentucky State Road Department and was a farmer. He loved fishing and horseshoes. He was a member of the Thrive Church and the National Horseshoe Hall of Fame. He is survived by his wife Evelyn Hayes of Mt. Sterling, a son John Hayes and wife Janet of Mt. Sterling, step son’s Ernie Ferguson and wife Brenda, David Ferguson and wife Connie, two daughters Teresa Spencer and husband Clarence of Mt. Sterling, Donna Oakley and husband Larry of Mt. Sterling, a step daughter LaVonda Denham and husband Jeff, thirteen grandchildren, twenty two great grandchildren, a brother Charlie Saunders of Frenchburg and a sister Jerri Eberhardt of Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents Clifton and Estill Hayes, a brother Ralph Hayes and two sisters Clete Lewis and Vera Lindsey. Funeral services were held 12 PM Thursday, February 25, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Lloyd Latimer officiating. Friends visited Thursday from 10 AM till time of the service. Burial followed in the Grassy Lick Cemetery. Pallbearers are Mike Oakley, Ethan Hayes, Wayne Belcher, Danny Walding, Marcus Roland and Eugene Markland. Honorary pallbearers are Clarence Spencer JR, Clarence Spencer III and the Mt. Sterling Horseshoe League. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City is in charge

Gerald Hoskins, 83, of Irvine passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021 at the Irvine Nursing and Rehab. He was born April 14, 1937 in Manchester. He was a retired Crane Operator. He is survived by three sons Jacob Hoskins of Irvine, Timothy Hoskins of Irvine, Daniel Hoskins of Irvine and a daughter Nora Bowles of Christopher of Jeffersonville. No services are planned at this time. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge.

Ronald Eston Pelfrey, 57, husband of Regina Hall Pelfrey, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born November 11, 1963 in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to the late Shirley Pelfrey and the late Louise Morrison Ledford. Survivors include, wife, Regina Pelfrey; son, Ronald Thomas (Rachel) Pelfrey; daughter, Kimberly (Alex) Chugg; grandchildren, Nolan Ryan Pelfrey and Brantley Arnold James Pelfrey; brothers, Eddie (Debbie) Pelfrey, Bill (Rose) Pelfrey, and Rudy (Sandy) Morrison; sisters, Lisa (Phillip) Blythe and Ann (Joe) Wagers; step-father, Arnold Ledford; step-mother, Jane Rogers. Services were Wednesday, February 24, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Anthony Marshall and Bill Pelfrey. Visitation was Tuesday after 5:00PM. Burial was in Helton Hill Cemetery with Darrell Pelfrey, Brandon Pelfrey, Elbert TIpton, Jeff Hall, Daniel Pelfrey, and Michael Pelfrey serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Tom Hillard, Middlefork Fire Department, and Hospice East.

Curtis Wayne Rose, 72, husband of Delois Rose, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. He was born August 20, 1948 in Stanton, Kentucky to Curtis and Irene McIntosh Rose. He was a retired employee of Catalent and a Marine Veteran. Survivors include, wife, Delois Rose; sons, Christopher Rose and Derek (Jackie Russell) Rose; daughters, April (Johnny) Willoughby, Priscilla (Josh Taulbee) Rose, Stacy (Bill Taulbee) Rose, and Ashley (Nathan) Trimble; brothers, Randy (Debbie) Rose; sister, Bertha Blackwell, Linda Sue (Jack) Mullins, and Sandy Rose; grandchildren, Courtney (Josh Teasley) Willoughby, Haleigh Willoughby, Keeley Willoughby, Ethan Rose, Mason Taulbee, Justin Rose, Cameron Rose, Sophie Taulbee, Gunner Taulbee, and Ayden Rose; great-grandchildren, Harper Rose, Colton Rose, and Gannon Teasley. He was preceded in death by his parents, Curtis and Irene Rose; sister, Rebecca Jones; brothers, Tommy Rose and Johnny Rose; and granddaughter, Gracie Rose Taulbee. Services were Monday, March 1, 2:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home, Stanton by Bro Steve Skinner and Bro Sammy Faulkner. Visitation was Monday after 12:00PM at the funeral home. Burial was in Stonegate Cemetery with military honors. Pallbearers serving, Chris Rose, Derek Rose, Ethan Rose, Justin Rose, Cameron Rose, Johnny Willoughby, Bill Taulbee, and Nathan Trimble.