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Obits

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Paul Shepherd Sr., age 83, widower of Gloria Jean Shepherd, passed away on November 18th, 2020 at his residence in Clay City, Kentucky.  Born in Wentz, Kentucky he was the son of the late Earton and Gracie Bowling Shepherd and a U.S. Army Veteran.  He was a former coal miner with Blue Diamond Coal Company and a member of Clay City First Church of God.  In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Danny Ray Shepherd, Bill Shepherd, James Shepherd; and his sisters: Belvia Lee, Mary Shepherd, Vadis Shepherd, and Betty Riddle.   He is survived by his two sons, Paul Shepherd Jr. (Rosanne) and Robert Shepherd; four daughters: Patricia Kerr (James), Sandra Shepherd Moore, Lori Boykin (Craig), and Kathryn Hampton; eleven grandchildren:  Kristi (Jarett) Gregory, Jennifer (Mike) Schenkenfelder, Madison (Corey) Oliver, Nicholas Jourdan, Daniel Shepherd, Matthew (Jennie) Shepherd, Ryan (Teanna) Moore, Aaron Moore, Ethan Moore, Jessica Hampton, and HM2 (FMF) Andrew Hampton;  step-grandchildren: Davis and Graham Forney. Six Great-Grandchildren: Jaxson and Joston Gregory, Norah and Emilie Schenkenfelder, and Hadley Ryan and Bella Danielle; three brothers: Bobby Shepherd, Burnis Shepherd, and Eli Shepherd and five sisters: Loretta Polly, Lorene Dixon, Lana S. Lee, Carol Isom, and Opha Shepherd.  Graveside services were officiated by Bro. Brad Epperson and Kristi Gregory at Stonegate Cemetery on Saturday, November 21, 2020, at 2:00 P.M.  Honorary Pallbearers: Paul Shepherd Jr., Robert Shepherd, Eli Shepherd, Aaron Moore, Ryan Moore, Ethan Moore, Nick Jourdan, Andrew Hampton, Matthew Shepherd, and Daniel Shepherd.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Geneva June Johnson, 85, wife of loving husband Teddy James Johnson, passed to her heavenly home Monday, November 16, 2020 at Saint Joseph Mount Sterling. She was born May 13, 1935 in Pikeville, Kentucky. June was a member of the Bethel Baptist Church in Frenchburg, where all the members will truly miss her. Survivors include, husband of 43 years, Teddy Johnson; niece, Lisa (Danny) Rose; nieces and nephews, Marissa Rose, Shannon Rose, Flynn Cornett, Lincoln Shockey, Abigayle Rose, and Elijah Rose; cousins, Phyllis Haynes and Joyce Haley. She was preceded in death by her parents, son, Douglas Keith Goff; and brother, Vanis Bevins. Services were Thursday, November 19, 11:00AM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Tim Rhodes. Visitation was Thursday after 9am at the funeral home. Burial in Stanton Cemetery with Jim Ferrell, Shannon Rose, Dean Rogers, Jonathon Helton, Freddie McCoy, and Jim Hagerman serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Trent’s Garage Friends, Members of Bethel Baptist Church, Marissa Rose, Danny Rose, Lisa Rose, Tyler Ferrell, Chelsey Ferrell, Nancy & James Mullins, James Martin, Brenda Allen, Brittany Fisher, Autumn Sebey, Velma Boyd, Pearl & Linville Frye, Billie Long, Marlene Ewen, Joyce Haddix, Gale & Judy Means, Rhonda & Bill Logan, David Hagen, Jimmy Codell, Nora Lee Walters, Valena Hatton, Kenneth Kirkpatrick, and very special friend Pam Ferrell.

Awaiting the return of Powell County Clerk, Jackie Everman, and staff after a positive COVID case

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By MADISON FUGATE

Times Editor

On November 17th, the Powell County Clerk’s Office reported to the community that there was a positive case of COVID within the office staff. County clerk, Jackie Everman, insisted that she dreaded making the announcement, but also understood there are some circumstances that are simply beyond her control as not only a leader in the community, but a citizen too. As per the guidelines of the CDC and the Powell County Health Department, the office will have no other option other than to quarantine individually and remain closed until November 30th. Everman stated, “We knew this was a potential risk considering the amount of people we deal with on a daily basis.” Everman then went on to convey her sincerest apologies for the inconvenience and circumstances that are inevitable at this point in time. “This is just one more hurdle that we will get past. Thank you all so much for your patience during this time,” Everman concluded in her apology to the county as a whole.

On November 18th, good news did arrive. Everman updated the county with the hopeful opportunity to assume their necessary business with the Menifee County Clerk, Krystal Chapman, who Everman also considers to be her good friend. Everman came forward with this announcement, “If you are in a bind to get something taken care of while we’re closed, my good friend and Menifee County Clerk, Krystal Chapman has offered to help us out.

Keep in mind that if you renew your tags online, there is nobody at the office to process the paperwork, so it could be several days before you receive them. Thank you so much Krystal Chapman. I appreciate you more than you know.” Many community members have shown Everman and her staff a tremendous amount of support and understanding during this difficult time as they realize the burden it is for the staff as well.  On November 19th Everman updated the community with news that the office  staff was doing well and were eager to return to serving their fellow Powell Countians.

Facts About Life

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Jimmy Gene Eller, 69, of Lexington, KY passed away Monday, November 9, 2020 at his residence. He was born October 10, 1951 in Abingdon, VA to the late Harlow Moore and the late Sarah McCracken Eller Lowe. Survivors include: son Tony Eller of Stanton; daughter Tina Eller of Winchester; brother Dwight David (Cindy) Lowe; sisters Nancy (Doug) Caudill & Virginia (Robert) Cramer; grandchildren Jacob (Corinna) Carroll, Ashlynn Carroll, Emma Eller, Jackson Eller, & Avery Eller; and great-grandchildren Grayson Carroll & Addilyn Carroll. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings Avery Eller, Mary Lou Williams, William Clyde Eller, & Charles Eller. Services were Friday, November 13 @ 12:00pm with Bro. Anthony Molihan officiating. Public visitation was Friday @ 10am. Burial followed at Machpelah Cemetery in Mt. Sterling with Jacob Carroll, David Caudill, Tracy Lowe, Jonathan Lowe, & Charles Hays serving as pallbearers.

Ricky Dale Fugate, 59, passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at Stanton Nursing Center, Stanton. He was born August 18, 1961 in Powell County, to the late Drew Fugate and Edith Mae Curtis Fugate. Survivors include, mother, Edith Mae Fugate; brother, Orville (Sherrie) Fugate; sisters, Donna Sue (Bruce) Donaldson and Roxanne Hawkins; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Drew Fugate and brother, Anthony Carl Fugate. Private funeral services were Saturday, November 14, Davis & Davis Funeral Home. Public walk-thru visitation was Friday, November 13, after 6:00PM. Burial in Pop’s Place Cemetery with Brian Donaldson, Andrew Fugate, BJ Brandenburg, Jayden Brandenburg, Braeden Brandenburg, Eric Hawkins, and David Crowe serving as pallbearers.

Tonya Renee Perry, 34, of Wellington passed away from injuries received in an automobile accident. She was born June 6, 1986 to James and Mary Shanks. She was a member of the Denniston House of Prayer. She is survived by her parent James and Mary Shanks of Mt. Sterling, her husband Billy Jo Perry of Wellington, two sons Bradley and Austin Perry of Wellington, stepdaughter Brooklyn Perry, God daughter Kiley Macamoore, six brothers Christopher Shanks and wife Kim of Lexington, Scotty Shanks and wife Joyce of Mt. Sterling, Randal Shanks of Mt. Sterling, Gregory Shanks and wife Wanda of Mt. Sterling, Matthew Shanks and wife Carolyn of Mt. Sterling, James Shanks JR of West Liberty and a sister Emily Shanks of Mt. Sterling. Funeral services were held 12 pm Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City with Bro. Richard Rife officiating. Burial followed in the Perry Cemetery in Wellington. Pallbearers were Chris Shanks, Matthew Shanks, Bo Shanks, Randal Shanks, Scotty Shanks, Greg Shanks, James Perry and Brian Perry. Honorary pallbearers were Caroline King, Sereda Saylor, Rachel Satterwhite and Carl Hurt. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City was in charge of services.

Danny Powell, 58, of Georgetown passed away Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the Georgetown Community Hospital. He was born March 12, 1962 to George and Edith Powell. He was a member of the Ravenna Church of God and a former Surgical Tech at the Lexington Clinic. He is survived by his mother Edith Turpin of Ravenna, his wife Valerie Powell of Georgetown, a son Josh Powell of Lancaster, stepson Allen Gaines of Georgetown, daughter Jackie Mitchell and husband Danny of Wilmore, three stepdaughters Victoria Williams and husband Josh of Means, Lauren Vogel and boyfriend Chad Gilbert of Georgetown, Joycelyn Gaines of Georgetown, ten grandchildren and a brother Buford Powell and his wife Mary of Ravenna. He was preceded in death by his father George O. Powell. A memorial services will be held 2 PM Saturday, November 21, 2020 At the New Vision Full Gospel Church at 300 Fifth Street in Ravenna with Bro. Buford Powell officiating. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine is in charge.

Obits

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72, of Frenchburg passed away Saturday, November 7, 2020 at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling. She was born in Vanceburg, KY September 6, 1948 to Arthur and Gustava Richmond She was a homemaker and a member of the North Side Church of God. She is survived by three daughters Judy Kilgore and husband Buddy of Salt Lick, Gail Mitchell and husband Doug of Carlisle, Barbara Norris of Owingsville, ten grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, two brother Ricky Richmond of Sharpsburg, Freddy Richmond of Carlisle, nine sisters Shirley Donathan of Owingsville, Coffine Evans of Owingsville, Opel Purvis of Owingsville, Tina Ginter of Owingsville, Hester Vice of Mt. Sterling, Phyllis Jordan of Owingsville, Gracie Lucas of Owingsville, Mary Alice Bowels of Sharpsburg and Kathy Evans of Carlisle. She was preceded in death by her parents Arthur and Gustava Richmond, her husband Preston Townsend, grandson Robert Norris, one brother JR Richmond, two sisters Debbie Richmond, Francis Shepherd and a son In-law Ricky Norris. No services are planned at this time. A private graveside service will take place at a later date. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City is in charge.

Lawrence “Dick” Townsend, 92, husband of Maud Martin Townsend, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born March 4, 1928 in Pilot, Kentucky to the late Rube and Sudie Muncie Townsend. He was a Korean War veteran where he earned three bronze stars. Survivors include, wife, Maud Townsend; sons, Mike (Chrissy) Townsend, Darrell (Jessica) Townsend, and Stevie Townsend; daughter, Kim (Jim) Austin; grandchildren, Derek Townsend, Joey (Megan) Ferryman, Chad Austin, Lauren (Sam) Thalacker, McKenna Austin, Gary Asch, Jacob Townsend, Abby Townsend, Gatlin Blake Townsend, Heather Trout, Nikki Townsend, Josh (Lacey) Townsend, Jarrod Townsend, Seth Townsend, Sally Hale, Montana Hale, and Elliott Hale. He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Steven Keith Townsend. Services Saturday, November 7, 2020, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home, Stanton by Bro. Brad Epperson. Visitation Friday 6-9pm at the funeral home. Burial in Veterans Cemetery with Chad Austin, Derek Townsend, Joey Ferryman, Gary Asch, Jacob Townsend, Sam Thalacker, and Tristan Jackson serving as pallbearers. The family would like to express a special thanks to Hospice East for their special care.

Sherry Stanley, 58, Fife Lick Road, Clay City, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at her home. She was born March 14, 1962 in Pikeville, Kentucky to the late Donald R. and Emma Lee Stanley. Survivors include life companion, Matthew Duskin; brother, Donald R. Stanley, Jr.

Daniel Wayne Martin, 65, husband of Barbara Napier Martin, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at his home. He was born March 21, 1955 in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Lemray and Ruth Whisman Martin. He was retired from Clark Energy Cooperative. Survivors include, wife, Barbara Martin, Stanton; son, John Martin, Clay City; daughters, Rebecca Martin and Angela Martin, both of Stanton; and sister, Freda Shoemaker, Lexington. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Bill Martin and sister, Brenda Rogers. in lieu of flowers donations suggested to Hospice East, 407 Shoppers Drive, Winchester, KY 40391.

Corbet Lee Tolson of Clay City, Kentucky husband of Mary Willoughby O’Hair Tolson departed this life Saturday, October 31, 2020 at the age of 67 years, 1 month and 20 days. He was a son of the late Edgar and Hulda Patton Tolson born in Wolfe County, Kentucky on September 11, 1953. He was a Truck Driver by trade and he loved playing the guitar and singing. Corbet was a member of the Christian Fellowship Church of God in Clay City, Kentucky. He is survived by his wife, Mary Willoughby O’Hair Tolson of Clay City, Kentucky; one son, Corbett Eugene “Bruiser” Tolson of Campton, Kentucky; two step-sons, Tony Creech of Lexington, Kentucky and Scott Willoughby of Clay City, Kentucky; one daughter, Mary Nicole Gamble of Paducah, Kentucky; three step-daughters, Donnitta “Dee” Woosley of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, Christina “Chrissy” Davis of Lexington, Kentucky and April Johnson of Clay City, Kentucky; nine grandchildren, Britney Danielle Grace Tilford, Amberly Blair Nicole Tilford, Corbett Bryce Tolson, Tyler B. Beasley, Preston Neal Johnson MaKenzie Payton Johnson, Madison Paige Johnson, Riley Grace Willoughby, and Adeline Harper Willoughby; several great-grandchildren; and many others who called him papaw Corbett; three brothers, Donnie Tolson and Paul Tolson both of Campton, Kentucky and Ronnie Tolson of Pine Ridge, Kentucky; and two sisters, Blanche Rose and Mary McKinney both of Campton, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Melissa Gene Tolson; his parents, Edgar and Hulda Patton Tolson; six brothers, Herald Tolson, Tom Tolson, Bill Tolson, Edmond Tolson, Wilgus Tolson and Charles Tolson; and six sisters, Monnie Profitt, Minnie Angel, Linda Tolson, Flossie Hollon Mayabb, Wanda Abercrombie, and Connie Sowers. He also leaves behind a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his passing. Serving as pallbearers; Randy Haddix, Junior Wilgus Profitt, Junior Tolson, Anthony Tolson, Bryan Banks, Eddie Rose, Neal Johnson, Gerald Rose, and Scott Willoughby. Serving as honorary pallbearers; Sam Kincaid and Elmer Willoughby.

COVID-19 regulations are to be followed as set forth by Governor Beshear and the CDC.

James Edward “Murdock” Townsend 54 of Irvine passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at the Hospice Compassionate Care Center in Richmond. He was born April 2, 1966 in Richmond to James and Mary Townsend. He was a carpenter. He is survived by a daughter Melissa Brinegar of Winchester, two grandchildren Neveah Puckett, Mathew Townsend, four brothers Cassius Townsend of Irvine, Johnny Townsend and wife Amy of Irvine, Joe Townsend of Paris, Richard Neal of Irvine, two sisters Connie Estes and husband Jacob of Irvine and Dorothy Walling and husband Henry Knight of Irvine. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Mary Townsend and a son Michael Edward Townsend. Funeral services will be held 12 PM Friday, November 6, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine with Bro. Scott Rogers officiating. Friends may visit Friday from 10 AM till time of the service. Burial will be in the Oak Dale Cemetery in Irvine. Pallbearers are Joe Townsend, Johnny Townsend, Richard Neal, Clayton Mays, Steve Hoover and Earl Willis. Honorary pallbearers are Josh Walling, Mathew Townsend and Neveah Puckett. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine is in charge.

2020 Election Results

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“We made it!” Powell County Clerk, Jackie Everman, concluded in her brief statement as to how this year’s election went. It goes without question as to why Everman feels this immense relief given the many obstacles her and many others have had to overcome with this election in today’s society. Plenty of locals took advantage of early voting opportunities and many waited until the official Election Day, keeping Everman and her team on their toes, so to speak, for a successful turn of events. She then went on to express her gratitude to the Powell County Board of Elections, mentioning members: Randy Bowen, Robbin Faulkner, and Danny Rogers for the “hard work they’ve put in with me these last few months.” Also deserving of Everman’s recognition was her staff and the postal workers for their large contribution in this year’s election.

The election results are as follows below, though it is crucial to keep in mind these results are unofficial until certified by the state, which according to Everman should be this coming week, the week following election day. The results listed for these candidates will be the total results, combining machine votes, absentee machine votes, and paper absentee votes. In regards to the presidential results, Donald J. Trump / Michael R. Pence received the majority of the votes in Powell County, with a total of 4,041 votes. Joseph R. Biden / Kamala D. Harris received the next largest number of votes with a total of 1,367 votes. Jo Jorgenson / Jeremy “Spike” Cohen had a total of 67 votes, followed by Kanye West / Michelle Tidball with a total of 16 votes, and Brock Pierce / Karla Ballard with 14 total votes. At 77 years old, Biden was elected as the 46th president of the United States. Senator Kamala Harris, Biden’s running mate, will become the first female, as well as the first African American Vice President. Harris is also the first elected individual of South Asian descent to hold office.

In Kentucky, the United States Senator campaign also claimed the attention of many all over the state. However, in Powell County, and in the rest of the state, Mitch McConnell received the majority of the votes claiming victory over McGrath and Barron in the US Senator election. The Powell County election results for United States Senator are as follows: Mitch McConnell with 3,642 total votes; Amy McGrath with 1,591; and Brad Barron with a total of 260 votes.

In the U.S. Representative Congress for the 6th Congressional District election, Andy Barr maintained a lead over rivaling candidates Josh Hicks and Frank Harris. Barr was able to claim victory for another term in this position. In Powell County, the results for this candidacy are as follows: Andy Barr receives a total of 3,994 votes; Josh Hicks receives a total of 1,399 votes; and Frank Harris receives 101 total votes.

Powell County’s results for the State Senator 21st Senatorial District election are as follows: Brandon Jackson Storm received 3,805 total votes and Walter Trebola III received 1,450 votes. Also in Powell County, as for the State Representative 74th Representative District results, David Hale led the campaign in Powell County with the votes as follows: David Hale received 3,963 total votes and Jeff Spradling received 1,425 total votes. Next in Powell County, Justice of the Supreme Court 7th District votes are as follows: Robert B. Conley with 2,730 total votes and Chris Harris with 1,820 total votes.

Perhaps one of the largest rallied campaigns seen locally this election was for the Circuit Judge 39th Judicial Circuit 1st Division. These candidates rallied competitively against one another resulting in a close election across the electing counties. In Powell County, Lisa Whisman gained the majority of the votes. In Powell County alone, these are the results: Lisa Whisman with 1,936 votes; Marcia Wireman with 697 total votes; Cameron Adams with 1,373 total votes; and Samuel Bruce Herald with 968 votes.  Whisman also claimed the majority of the votes for Breathitt, Wolfe, and Powell County combined, therefore achieving victory of the overall election. According to the 3 counties reporting collectively, Lisa Whisman received 3,756 votes total; Marcia Wireman received 2,083 votes total; Cameron Adams received 3,695 total votes; and Samuel Bruce Herald with 3,720 total votes.

Also in Powell County, the Soil Conservation and Water District Supervisors votes were as follows: J. W. Stephens received 2,468 total votes; Gary Burton Napier received 2,723 total votes; Timothy Snowden received 2,652 total votes; and John Stokley received 2,063 total votes.

There was one candidate on the ballot for Member of Board of Education District 1 which was Kimberly Hall with 929 total votes. There was also only one candidate for Member of Board of Education District 2 being Kathy Merriman with a total of 977 votes. In district 5, however, there were more candidates than the other two districts. For Member of Board of Education District 5, Brenda L. Crabtree received a total of 417 votes; Evelyn Faulkner had 411 total votes; and Jennifer Drake had 146 total votes.

Bobby Carmichael was the only candidate on the ballot for the Clay City Mayor and he received a total of 309 votes. Also in Clay City, the Clay City Council votes were as follows: Joanne Campbell with 199 total votes; Jerry Knox with 219 total votes; Ryan Keith Smith with 181 total votes; Billy Todd with 200 total votes; Christina Ballard with 189 total votes; Roslynn Little Hurt with 226 total votes. There were zero write-ins for Clay City Council.

Finally, the City of Stanton Council also surfaced a large amount of voters. The following votes were cast for the positions of the City of Stanton Council: Dixie Lockard received 679 total votes; Jennell Brewer received 606 total votes; Tommy Mays received 644 total votes; Pamela McIntosh Tipton received 622 total votes; Rhonda Roe received 590 total votes; Margarita Arnett received 541 total votes; Mark Merriman received 601 total votes; and Paul Mallory received 556 total votes. There were no write-ins for the City of Stanton Council.

The two constitutional amendments were the final votes necessary on the ballot this election. For Constitutional Amendment 1, there was a total of 2,580 votes for yes and a total of 2,385 votes for no. As for the Constitutional Amendment 2, there was a total of 1,413 votes for yes and 3,637 total votes for no.

Obits

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Inez Marie Thorpe, age 95, widow of Joe Thorpe, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2020 at her residence in Clay City, Kentucky with her family by her side.  She was the daughter of the late George Washington Powell and Sarah Ellen Hardy Powell and a member of Never Ending Grace Church.  Inez was a former employee of Sylvania, Lycoming Shoe Factory, Blankenship Drug Store, Irvine Air Shoot and Four Seasons Consignment Shop.  She was also preceded in death by her grandchild, Levi Ashley; her great-great grandchild, Madelynn Mae Robertson; her sister, Mary Ruth Pasley; her brother, Shelby Russell Powell and her half brother, Wendell Powell.  She is survived by two daughters, Dianna (Rondal) Davis and Patsy (Robert Lynn) Roe and one son, Virgil (Theresha) Ashley, Jr. all of Clay City; seven grandchildren:  Valerie Jones, Leslie (Anthony) Wright, Ronna (Stephen) Donithan, Robert (Leslie) Roe, II, Carol (Ricky) Faulkner, Curtis (Jennifer) Roe and Sarah (George) Russell; 15 great grandchildren:  Joshua Jones, Braedon Jones, Kylee Jones, Cierra (Quintin) Robertson, Nikki (Josh) Weaver, Dawson Wright, Trinity Romans, Bobbi (Dave) Hall, Levi Roe, Rebecca (Brennen) Ball, Zebediah (Hayleigh) Faulkner, Lyndsey (Frank) Spencer, Curtis Thomas, Nathaniel Roe, River Roe, Kaylee Russell and Lily Ann Russell and six great-great grandchildren:  Willow Spencer, Courtney Barnett, Gavin Hall, Caleb Hall, Presley Spencer and Kenneth Reid Spencer.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Stephen Donithan will be held at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. in Stanton.  Visitation begins at 5:00 P.M. at the funeral home.  Burial will be in West Bend Cemetery on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. with Joshua Jones, Braedon Jones, Dawson Wright, Anthony Wright, Levi Roe, Zebediah Faulkner, George Russell and Ricky Faulkner serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Joyce Ann Bishop, Mary Morton and Ilse Marcum.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.          

Bertha Barnett, 65, of Clay City passed away Thursday, October 29, 2020 at her residence. She was born July 19, 1955 in Hazard to Daniel and Kathleen Mullins. She was a member of the Clay City Church of Christ and a Cook. She is survived by a son Douglas Barnett of Clay City, two daughters Kathy Fay Brewer of Clay City, Kimberly D. McIntosh of Clay City, four grandchildren, four great grandchildren, two brothers Earl Mullins of Clay City, Bill Mullins of Clay City, three sisters Sue Rice and husband M. C. of Clay City, Gracie Fraley and husband Darrell of Clay City and Darcus Francis of Paris. She was preceded in death by her parents Daniel and Kathleen Mullins, a son Danny Barnett, five bothers George Mullins, Rufus Mullins, Zac Mullins, Johnny Mullins, David Mullins, four sisters Mag Hopson, Mary Mullins, Lottie Mullins and Martha Mullins. Funeral services were held Sunday, November 1, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Daniel Newell officiating. Burial followed in the Fraley – Mullins Cemetery. Pallbearers were Doug Barnett, Earl Mullins, Bill Mullins, Darrell Fraley, Gage Barnett, Kienan Tiller and Timothy Hicks. Honorary pallbearers Jonathan Mullins, Derick Meadows, Daniel Mullins, Ricky Mullins, Taylor Fraley, Brian Mullins, Timothy Mullins, Shane Francis, Ryan Fraley and Dewayne Mullins. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge of services.

Raven Rogers, 80, husband of Ava Case Rogers, passed away Monday, October 26, 2020, at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. He was born to the late George Otis and Hildreth Spencer Rogers. He was an Army Veteran. Survivors include, wife, Ava Rogers, daughter, Melissa (Dwayne) Henning; sons, David Rogers and Chris (Callie) Rogers; grandchildren, Shea (Mike) Bartlett, Nash Henning, Dylan Ginn, Brennan Rogers, Caleb Rogers, Elisabeth Jo Bishop, and Tucker Bishop; brothers, James (Charlene) Rogers, Tom Rogers, Cebert (Jane) Rogers, Carlos (Linda) Rogers, Eldon Rogers, Goble (Carol) Rogers, Mike (Kathy) Rogers, and Ray (Carolyn) Rogers; sister, Nannie (Randolph) Moreland; sister-in-law, Phyllis Rogers. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Edward Rogers and Kendal Rogers. Services were Saturday, October 31, at Rogers Chapel Cemetery with Mike Bartlett, Nash Henning, Dylan Ginn, Brennan Rogers, Caleb Rogers, and Tucker Bishop serving as pallbearers.

Car plunges into dangerously high

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By: Lisa Johnson

On Friday, October 29 at 10:20 am a woman driving south on 1057” Harwick’s Creek Rd.” Lost control of the car she was driving and hydroplaned across the road vaulting over the guardrail and coming to rest in the floodwaters off Hardwick’s creek. The woman desperately called 911 and was kept on line as the floodwaters begin filling the vehicle. As first responders from Clay City, Stanton fire, EMS, and Officer Rob Willians, Clay City Police arrived on the scene as water could be seen flowing over the hood of the car.  First responders worked frantically to reach the woman and get her out safely. She declined transport but was later taken by EMS  and found to have a more significant injury than first thought. The vehicle was later removed from the creek by Fireman and SAR Member, Estill County Tommy Lane from Irvine. The woman is reported in stable condition and we are all glad to have been able to save her, all pray for her recovery.

Introducing Main Street Flowers & More, In Addition to the Already Successful Gina Johnson Dental Lab

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By: Madison Fugate

Gina Johnson is another member of the community who chooses to offer her strong skills and grow her business inside of Powell County. For almost the last 6 years, Gina has owned and operated a business inside the Stanton city limits that is known as Gina Johnson Dental Lab. Dental laboratories manufacture or customize a variety of products to assist in the provision of oral health care by a licensed dentist. However, when the building became available where her uncle, Dr. JB Smith, had once practiced as a dentist, it held a whole new meaning to the beloved entrepreneur and she knew she had to take the opportunity to transition her dental lab to 210 North Main St., Stanton, Kentucky 40380, just across from Mr. Ed’s Hotdogs. In addition to her dental lab, Gina has also introduced a new business into the city known as Main Street Flowers and More. To her pleasant surprise, the business is blooming and the feedback from customers is ever growing and positive.

Gina held her grand opening for the business on October 3rd, 2020. At the grand opening, Gina held a giveaway for a seasonal fall wreath that drew plenty of attention from the community. When visiting Main Street Flowers and More, you can find items such as wreaths, silk arrangements,          memorial flowers, memorial frames, wind chimes, throws, family cookbooks, and more, even down to bath and body works products. Gina expresses her intent to eventually even explore the possibility of offering fresh flowers. The business is also open and eager to hear whatever custom orders you may have in mind. You can best reach the business by calling 606-481-4800 to reach Gina for any potential questions or concerns.

Johnson has worked in the dental lab field for going on 20 committed years now, though she has only had her own business for nearly 6 years, as previously mentioned. Gina has enough skill and experience in the field, she has even had the opportunity to teach at Bluegrass Community and Technical College in the past. When Gina is not in the dental lab or shopping, she has plenty of hobbies and interests to keep her busy. She attends Bowen Full Gospel Pentecostal Church of God, where she sometimes will sing and play guitar. Gina first began learning how to play guitar when her uncle, a former local dentist, Dr. JB Smith introduced her to her first lessons on the stringed instrument. Gina shared a close bond with her uncle and can recall accompanying him to several church visits and him even treating her to her very first happy meal. Although Gina has no children of her own, she had a great deal in the role of helping to raise her admired niece, Nicole Johnson, who devotes much of her time today in helping Gina with her business. Nicole isn’t the only member of the family who helps out around the store and lab, as Gina’s parents, Pat Johnson and Wanda Johnson, have also played an important role in the success and support in all of Gina’s endeavors. She insists she has also learned several skills in floral arrangements from her Aunt Freda Joseph and always appreciates her time and help. She explains she could list a page of names who have given her the support she needed. Johnson doesn’t forget to include the tremendous amount of support she says her church family has provided in her business. In fact, when expressing what was most important to her, she gives this next statement, “How much the Lord has blessed me, and the friends and family he has put around me. I couldn’t have done it by myself.”

   Johnson also expressed during her interview that she decided on developing and growing her business in Powell county because this is what she says is “Home” to her and she would love to see the area grow in a positive direction. She gives her best efforts in trying to accommodate everyone and keeps a flexible work schedule for customers and does her best in “Just trying to keep things affordable.” Her store hours are currently each Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.; each Friday from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.; and every Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Gina even offers free delivery of the arrangements sold at the store to any and all local funeral homes, and even most funeral homes as far as Montgomery County or Clark County, upon request. This business will surely serve as a great addition to the growing community, be sure to check out all of Gina’s committed and creative efforts to provide a promising service to the community.

Obits

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Steven JR and Tristan Balliet infant twins passed away Sunday, October 25, 2020 at the Clark Regional Medical Center. They are survived by their parents Steven Balliet and Tequila Jacobs. Graveside services were held Monday, October 26, 2020 at the West Bend Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City was in charge of services.

Eli Crain infant son of Tonya Crain passed away Friday, October 16, 2020 at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling. He is survived by his mother Tonya Crain of Clay City, a brother Joshua Gray of Clay City, sister Cassandra Gray of Clay City, grandparents Bruce and Susan Spencer of Clay City, Grandfather Jason Crain and Aunt Sarah Wilcox. Grave side services were held Friday, October 23, 2020 at the West Bend Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City was in charge of services.

David Mullins 72 of Clay City passed away Friday, October 23, 2020 at the Kentucky River Medical Center in Jackson. He was born May 18, 1948 in Hazard to Daniel and Kathleen Mullins. He was a masonry worker. He is survived by two sons David E. Mullins of Clay City, Thomas Trickett of Lexington, two daughters Kathlyn Mullins of Owensboro, KY, Tonya Mullins and husband Robert of Stanton, five grandchildren Dakota Trickett, Taylor Smith, Darren Trickett, Dami Mullins, Kaytlin Booth, four great grandchildren Weston Smith, Isaac Smith, Thomas Trickett, Harper Smith, two brothers Earl Mullins of Clay City, Bill Mullins of Clay City, four sisters Sue Rice and husband M.C. Rice of Clay City, Bertha Barnett of Clay City, Gracie Fraley and husband Darrell of Clay City and Darcus Francis of Paris. He was preceded in death by his parents Daniel and Kathleen Mullins, his wife Rosella Curtis Mullins, four brothers George Mullins, Rufus Mullins, Zac Mullins, Johnny Mullins, four sisters Mag Hopson, Mary Mullins, Lottie Mullins and Martha Mullins. A memorial service was held Monday, October 26, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Renny Ross officiating. . Grayson Funeral Home Clay City was in charge of services.

Alta Faye King, 73, widow of Matthew B King, passed away Monday, October 19, 2020 at Stanton Nursing Center. She was born March 14, 1947 in Winchester, Kentucky to the late Charlie and Ima Jean Taulbee Brooks. Survivors include, son, Matt King; daughter, Connie King Harding, Lisa King Snowden, and Wyona King; brothers, Glen Brooks, Charles Brooks, and Rondel Brooks; sisters, Jeanie Patrick, Betty Townsend, Dorothy Risner, Darlene Watkins, Teresa Risner, and Leslie Scott; 12 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. Services were Thursday, October 22, 11:00AM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Jared Hyatt. Visitation was Wednesday after 6:00PM at the funeral home. Burial in Watkins Cemetery with Matt Snowden, John Harding, Vannie Jackson Jr., Keith Jackson, Bobby Jackson, and Eli Jackson Sr.

Vannie Jackson, 59, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2020 at his home. He was born November 4, 1960 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Robert Amous and Joan Mitchell Jackson. Survivors include, Sons, Melvin Jones, Vannie Eli Jackson Jr., Jessie Thomas, Morgan David Sexton, Keith Marice Jackson, and Mathew Robert Jackson; daughters, Chrissy Clemons Jones, Henryetta Roses, Stacy Lou Thomas, Ashley Marie Jackson, Hali Harvey, and Cassie Wilson; step-children, Kevin Lawson, Robert Lawson, Alyssa Lawson, and Alan Lawson; brother, Steve Jackson; sisters, Robin Jackson and Mary Jackson; 8 grandchildren; numerous step-grandchildren. Services Wednesday 7:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home. Visitation Wednesday 4-7pm at the funeral home.

Arlene Faye Elam, 82, widow of James Donald Elam, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Central Baptist Hospital in Lexington, KY. She was born September 29, 1938 in Middletown, OH to the late Stanley & Elizabeth Whitaker Waits. Survivors include: sons, James Sidney Elam of Lexington & Freddie Joe (Penny) Elam of Winchester; daughters Patricia (Chuck) Williams of Slade, Carolyn Sue (Billy) LeMaster of Virginia Beach, VA, & Cynthia (Jerry) Hale of Clay City; brother, Dennis Waits of Middletown, OH; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Raymond Elam. Services were Sunday, October 25 at Davis & Davis Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Skinner officiating. Visitation was Saturday at 5pm for family and public visitation 6-8pm. Burial  followed the funeral at Eaton Cemetery in Clay City with Ms. Elam’s grandchildren and sons-in-law serving as bearers.

David Howard “Speedy” Brewer, age 78, passed away on October 19, 2020 at his residence in Bowen, Kentucky.  Born in Campton, Kentucky he was the son of the late Thomas and Olive Fultz Brewer and a member of West Bend First Church of God.  He was a former employee of Hobart Manufacturing and Continental Metal Specialty.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas “Rennie” Brewer and Charles Brewer and three sisters, Eva Fox, Katherine Landrum and June Brewer.  He is survived by his son, Don Dwayne (Kim) Brewer of Irvine; special daughters Janice Campbell and Marco (James) McKinney of Stanton; two grandchildren, Savannah Brewer and Nicholas Brewer and three brothers, Wayne Brewer, Arnold “Reed” Brewer and Kenny Brewer.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. James Harold Combs and Bro. Kenny Brewer were held at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home in Stanton.  Visitation was at 6:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.  Burial was in Stonegate Cemetery with Jay Townsend, James McKinney, Bob Fauste, Bobby Fauste, Mike Martin and Nicholas Brewer serving as active pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

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Thaleena Faye, “Snookie” Allen, 67, of Stanton, widow of Danny Ray Allen, passed away Oct. 11th after a long illness. She was born to Fred and Mildred Shearer Strange Nov. 22, 1952 in Clay City, KY. Thaleena served as the director of Powell County Senior Citizens for 22 years. Survivors include her son, Christopher Allen and daughter, Cassandra Allen, both of Stanton; a brother, Billy Strange (Marble) of Grayson KY; two sisters, Virginia Watson of Stanton and Kathy Price of Frankfort; mother-in-law, Deloris Allen of Stanton; a special nephew, Dustin Strange (Shelley) and great-niece Ella Strange, all of Louisville; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers, Robert (Pepper), Ronnie, and Bruce Strange, and a sister, Carol Dennis. A memorial service was held Saturday, Oct. 17th, at Harvestime Assembly, 480 E. College, Stanton, KY by Pastor Tony Story. Friends may visited at 12 noon followed by the service at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to the Senior’s activity fund. Mail to: Powell County Senior Citizens, c/o Kiwanas Club of Powell County, 551 S. Main, Stanton, KY 40380. Clark Legacy Center, Versailles Rd is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.ClarkLegacyCenter.com.

Billy R. Claypoole, 75, husband of Pastor Janice Claypoole, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020 at his residence in Winchester, KY. He was born October 16, 1944 in Winchester to the late Robert Claypoole, Sr. and Stella Estes Claypoole. Mr. Claypoole was retired from the Winchester Police Department, where he served the citizens of Winchester for over 20 years, including 13 & 1/2 years as police chief. He also has worked for the Clark County Sheriff’s Department. In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by: son, Billy R. (Joy) Claypoole, II of Arkansas; daughter, Lenora “Francie” (Chad) Keathley of Florida; grandchildren, Carrie Lee Claypoole & Blaine Keathley; and brothers Elihue Claypoole, Clarence Claypoole, & Donnie Claypoole. He was preceded in death by siblings Robert Claypoole, Jr., Laura Jean Ewen, Emma White, Mildred Fischer, Johnnie Claypoole, & Tommy Claypoole. Services were Monday, October 19, 2:00PM at Ark of Mercy Church. Visitation Monday after 12:00PM until time of service. Burial was in Winchester Cemetery with Blaine Keathley, Joe Curtis, Wesley Roe, Quin Carpenter, Donnie Claypoole, and Gordan Frazier serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, John Sueclay, Ken Cooksey, Ray Watson, John Flynn, JR Morton, Thomas Hughley, David Stanford, Marty Jackson, Steve Caudill, Chief Kevin Palmer, current and retired Winchester Police Department, and the Ark of Mercy Men’s Sunday School Class.

Thelma Florine “Katie” Skidmore, age 48, of Stanton, Kentucky passed away on October 14, 2020 at Clark Regional Medical Center.  Born in Mt. Sterling, KY she was the daughter of the late Sherman and Barbara Mildred Swartz Skidmore.  She was a 1991 graduate of Powell County High School and a life enrichment assistant at Mary C. Brooks Place.  Katie is survived by sons, Landen Skidmore and Landen Reynolds of Stanton; daughters, Kristen Trent of Clay City, Allison (Myles Ashley) Trent of Stanton, Brianna Trent of Clay City and Mackenzie (Hunter Bloom) Rogers of Stanton; brother, John Sherman (Karen) Skidmore of Clay City; sisters, Joan Willoughby of Mt. Sterling, Ginnie (Johnny) Maynard of Stanton and Margarette (Chris Sparks) Skidmore of Jeffersonville; three grandchildren, Hensley Trent, Cashlen Booth and Wyatt Ashley along with her fiance, Josh Tolson.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Jim Skidmore conducted at 12:00 P.M. Saturday, October 17, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home in Stanton.   Burial was be in Skidmore Cemetery with Josh Booth, Josh Tolson, Myles Ashley, Johnny Maynard, Jamie Skidmore and John Carter serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Tony Clay, Chris Sparks, Zach Romans and Landen Skidmore.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.      

Ilene Dunn, age 75, passed away October 17, 2020 at her residence in Clay City, Kentucky with her husband, Walter and granddaughter, “Cappie” Barnes by her side.    Born in Lake Charles, Louisiana she was the daughter of the late Fred and Mildred Leblanc Grigsby and a member of Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church.  Ilene was a retired factory employee of Nestle.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her son, John W. Cross Jr., her grandchild, Autumn Marie Raker, her brother, Michael Grigsby and her sister, Helen Broussard.  Ilene is survived by her husband, Walter Dunn; her sons, Eugene Hale and Walter Lee (Yan) Dunn;  stepson,  Anthony Dunn; three daughters:  Victoria Cross, Jennifer Rogers and Heather (Brandon) Jackson; stepdaughter, Shelia (Bobby) Barnes; three brothers:  Fred Grigsby, Andrew (Anna Mae) Grigsby and Paul (Cheryl) Grigsby along with 15 grandchildren.  Funeral services conducted by Father Al Fritsch will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday,  October 21, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation begins at 5:00 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in West Bend Cemetery with Lee J. Dunn, Jacob Dunn, Kristopher Dunn, Kenneth Dunn, Danny Wayne Hampton and Brandon Keith Jackson serving as active pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Garry D. Tipton, age 71, of Stanton, Kentucky passed away on October 16, 2020 at his residence with his family by his side.  Born in Stanton, KY he was the son of Mary Ann  Brooks Tipton and the late Herdon Tipton.  He was an Army Vietnam War Veteran,  a  member of Stanton Church of Christ and a retired team leader with Toyota Manufacturing Company.  Garry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Juanita Watson Tipton and his mother, Mary Ann Tipton both of Stanton; his son, Garry W. (Lisa) Tipton of Clay City; his daughter, Stephanie (Dean) Rogers of Eaton, OH; five grandchildren:  Hannah Tipton, Ronnie Tipton, McKenna Tipton, Waylen Rogers and Alanna Rogers; four brothers:  Eddie (Lavonna) Tipton, Billy (Betty) Tipton and Glen (Pam) Tipton of Stanton and Kevin (Michelle) Tipton of Brookville, IN along with four sisters:  Teresa (Duwaine)  Morton, Carol (Terry) Barnes and Janet Howard of Stanton and Kathy (Gary) Knox of Columbia, TN.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Brock Hartwigsen, Bro. Larry Shoemaker and Bro. Thomas Caudill will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.  Visitation begins at 5:00 P.M. Monday, October 26, 2020 at the funeral home.  Burial with military honors will be in Stonegate Cemetery with Ronnie Tipton, Kenneth Graves, Glen Tipton, Billy Tipton, Kevin Tipton and Syl Knox serving as active pallbearers.  Eddie Tipton will be an honorary pallbearer. Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.    

Orvil Gray, Jr., of Clay City passed away Saturday, October 17, 2020 at his residence. He was born June 1, 1948 in Clay City to Orvil SR and Mary Gray. He was a member of the Church on The Rock and a retired Grounds keep at the University of Kentucky. He is survived by his wife Martha Gray of Clay City, son Greg Gray of Clay City, four grandchildren, one great grandchild, a brother Boyd Hall of Clay City, two sisters Ethel Combs of Georgetown and Lilly Thorpe of Clay City. He was preceded in death by his parents Orvil SR and Mary Gray. Funeral services will be held 11 am Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Sister Diane Harrison officiating. Friends may visit Tuesday from 5 PM till 7 PM. Burial will be in the Rest Haven Cemetery. Pallbearers are Greg Gray, Heather Turner, Jimmy Thorpe, Joseph Moon, James Thorpe and Tony Moon. Honorary pallbearers are Bobby Joe Chadwell and Lewis Chadwell. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Bobby Duane Curtis Sr., 51, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020 at Bluegrass Hospice Care Center, Lexington. He was born September 20, 1969 in Winchester, Kentucky to the late Robert C. Curtis and Connie Abney Haddix. Survivors include, mother, Connie Haddix, Winchester; nephew, Devin Hall; aunts and uncles, Taffy Curtis, Stanton, Audrey (Frenchie) Charles, Winchester, Bill (Lois) Abney, Franklin, OH, and Hazel Watkins, Clay City; step-brothers, Fred (Jenny) Haddix, Seymour, TN and Clarence (Martha) Haddix, Scottsville, KY; step-sisters, Linda Hatton, Stanton, Evelyn Banks, Campton, Debbie (David) Russell, Sevierville, TN, Peggy (PJ) Chambers, White Pine, TN, Patrice (Charlie) Outlaw, Sevierville, TN, and Marlene (Bob) Parton, Sevierville, TN. He was preceded in death by his father, son, Bobby Duane Curtis, Jr; brother, Michael Brady; step-brother, Donnie Haddix; and step-sister, Sandra Green. Services were Sunday, October 18, 2:00PM Powells Valley Cemetery, Clay City. Procession met at the funeral home Sunday 1:00PM. Burial was in Powells Valley Cemetery with CJ McKinney, Larry Pasley, Greg Potts, Doug Potts, Cory Potts, and Robert Curtis Jr.

Della Sparks, 49, of Winchester passed away Monday, October 19, 2020 at the Clark Regional Medical Center. She was born January 1, 1971 in Campton to Raymond Sparks and Marcella Curtis Banks. She was a member of the Ark of Mercy Church. She is survived by her mother Marcella Curtis Banks, her Fiancée Gary Smith of Winchester, two brothers Darrel Sparks of Clay City, Jacob Sparks of Stanton, three sisters Rosalee VanCleve of Winchester, Lisa Hunter of Winchester and Christy Sparks of Ohio. She was preceded in death by father Raymond Sparks. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Thursday, October 22, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Tony Story officiating. Friends may visit Thursday from 11 AM till time of the service. Family ask in Lieu of flowers donations be made to Grayson Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City is in charge of services.

Robin Lynn Hedger, 35, passed away. She was born April 20, 1985 in Lexington to Robert Jr and Linda Hedger. She is survived by her mother Linda Hedger of Winchester, three brothers Robert Hedger the third of Irvine, Charles Hall of Winchester, Benjamin Fay of Winchester and a sister Misty Barnes of Mt. Sterling. She was preceded in death by her father Robert Hedger JR. Graveside services were held 10 AM Thursday, October 15, 2020 at the Mullins Cemetery in Irvine. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine is in charge.

Zelphia Marie Hollon, 94, widow of Dock Hollon, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at her home. She was born September 14, 1926 in Powell County, Kentucky to the late James and Rosie Wright McCall. Survivors include, sons, Larry Spurlock, Clay City and Roger Watkins, Mt. Sterling; daughters, Linda Faye Cannon, Winamac, IN, and Donna Carol Partin, Stamping Ground; brothers, William McCall, Middletown, OH and Cecil McCall, Warren, Michigan; sisters, Zannie Smyth, Clay City, Eunice Mays, Clay City, and Ruby Major, Richmond; 10 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and 13 great great-grandchildren. Services were Saturday, October 17, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Rev. Brad Epperson. Visitation was  Saturday after 11:00AM. Burial was in Clay City-Eaton Cemetery with Brian Patrick, Steve Bowen, Dewayne P, Phillip Stone, Doug Caudill, and Mike Caudill serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, members of the Clay City Fist Church of God, Junior King, Mike Roberts, Ralph Gaylord, Bob Mays, Melvin Burgher, and Herbert Burgher.

Brenda Lea Estes Riddell, 58, of Irvine passed away Sunday, October 11, 2020 at Baptist Health in Richmond after a long illness. She was born June 5, 1962 in Irvine to Clarence and Ida Estes. She is survived by two sons Russell Riddell of Irvine, Joshua Riddell and wife Sarah of Irvine, a daughter Ladonna Riddell of Irvine, ten grandchildren, brother Earl Estes and wife Laven of Irvine, a sister Earlene Estes and husband Jacin of Berea, several nieces and nephews including her favorite niece Modi Paige. She was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Ida Estes, four brothers Thomas Estes, Billy Estes, Fredrick Estes, Clarence Estes JR, two sisters Nina Cassidy and Norma Johnson. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine with Bro. Jerry Rose officiating. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine was in charge of services.

Mark H. Richard, 50, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020 at the University of Kentucky Hospital. He was born in Irvine October 23, 2020 to William H. Richard and Wandalyn Tipton Macy. He was a self- employed handyman. He is survived by his mother Wandalyn Macy and her husband Jackie Macy SR of Irvine, a brother William S. Richard and his wife Catherine of Irvine, stepbrother Jackie Lee Macy JR of Aurora, Colorado and a step Sister Sara Lykins and husband James of Los Angeles, California. Graveside services were held Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at the Oak Dale Cemetery in Irvine with Bro. Steve Evans officiating. Grayson Funeral Home in Irvine was in charge of services.

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