Welda Faye Bryant, age 82, of Franklin, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at Atrium Medical Center in Franklin. She was the daughter of the late Fred Hays and the late Pauline Alexander Heizer. Welda worked with the Carlisle School System as a cafeteria worker. Along with her parents, Welda was preceded in death by her husband, Victor R. Bryant and one sister, Carletta Cecil. Welda is survived by one son, Benny (Marie) Bryant of Middletown, OH; one granddaughter, Lianna Bryant, and one special nephew; Mike (Lisa) Cecil and son Alex. There are no services scheduled at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hearne Funeral Home.    

Floyd Clay Potts, 65, passed away November 23, 2022. He was born on June 26, 1957 in Winchester, KY to Paul and Annetta Lane Potts. He had been living with his sister, Terry Mercer.  Floyd was a caring person, who loved all of his family in Kentucky and Florida. He enjoyed going on family cruises, to Disney, movies to see the latest DC or Marvel movies, his favorite characters were spiderman and Beauty and the Beast. He loved taking and collecting pictures, He also like strolling the local flea market and collecting coins, Disney, Marvel, DC and historical items.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Annetta Lane Potts; sister, Paula Potts-Stafford; maternal grandparents, Henry Clay Lane and Mary Tipton Lane; paternal grandparents, Dillard and Emma Walters Potts. Floyd is survived by his sister, Terry Potts Mercer of Haines City, FL; brothers-in-law, Frank Mercer of Haines City, FL and Jim Stafford of Lexington, KY; niece, Amy Stafford Hopper of Nicholasville, KY; nephews, Tommy Mercer of Haines City, FL, James Mercer of Haines City, FL, and Billy Robbins of Winchester, KY; great niece, Aleshia Bowman of KY; great nephew, Donavan Robbins of KY; aunt, Lois Lane Baker of KY; and uncle, Wayne Ashley of KY.

Lindsay Nicole Conner Rose, age 43, of Lexington, KY passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022, at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. Born in Lexington on May 25, 1979, she is the daughter of Greg (Tammy) Conner, Geraldine “Deanie” Vance Compton and Herbert (Regina) Clift. She was such a strong and loving wife, mother, daughter and sister. She had a heart of gold with a sassy personality. Lindsay was preceded in death by her son, Conner Bradley Rose. She is survived by her husband Brad Rose; one daughter: Breanna Celeste Rose; four sisters: Christie (Chad) Poe, Amanda (Tyler) White, Kristen Compton, Diana (Tyler) Oliver; five brothers: Shane Conner, Jacob (Hannah) Conner, Stephen Compton, Cody Compton, Joe (Candice) Clift; beloved nieces and nephews: Donovan, Daniel, Carter, Zoey, Grayson, Joey, Duke, Davis, Dean, Amy, Ashlyn, Ava, Aurora, Aurie, Brantley, Ella, Caitlyn, Bethani, Logan and Annalee. Funeral services officiated by Bro. Anthony Molihan will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky. Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on Friday, November 25, 2022 at the funeral home as well. Private graveside service at Cress Cemetery with Chad Poe, Tyler White, Donovan Poe, Daniel Poe, Carter Poe and Logan Pugh serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Shane Conner and Jacob Conner. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hearne Funeral Home, Inc. of Stanton.

Beverly Gayle Wallingford Helvey, age 74, of Goddard Road, Wallingford, passed away Monday, November 21, 2022, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington.

Born November 4, 1948, in Maysville, she was the daughter of the late Emerson and Bonnie Rosser Wallingford. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Tamara Denise “Tammy” Wallingford on October 13, 1964.

Her devoted husband of 50 years, Warren Helvey, whom she married July 3, 1969, at the Methodist Church in Maysville, passed away April 12, 2020.

She is survived by two sons, Christopher David McKinley Helvey and Lee Ann of Wallingford and Justin Howard Helvey and Christine of Maysville; four grandchildren, Colleen Helvey and Cory Ferguson, Ross Helvey, Devin Helvey and Hannah, and Ian Helvey; four great grandchildren, Emory Solomon Ferguson, Madelyn Naomi  Ferguson, Bennett McKinley Helvey and Charlotte Ruth Helvey; and one bonus granddaughter, Dottie Jo Henson and Ray Duffy , and three bonus great grandchildren, Kyler, Karson, and Kara Duffy.

Other survivors include one sister, Lenore Schumacher and Glenn, and one brother, Emerson “Lucky” Wallingford, all of Maysville; and several nieces and nephews.

Beverly was a graduate of Mason County High School and attended the University of Kentucky, Eastern Kentucky University, and Morehead State University.  Her career as a teacher, primarily in early childhood education, spanned 27 years.  She retired as Family Involvement Coordinator, Education Coordinator, at Kentucky River Foothills Head Start in 2003.  She was a former Head Teacher and Center Director at Powell County Head Start, and Head Teacher at Clark County Head Start.  Following retirement, she enjoyed meeting monthly with the “Cracker Barrel Gang,” a group of former teachers who maintained a strong friendship through the years.

Beverly loved her family unconditionally and enjoyed spending time making special memories on a daily basis and on special occasions.  She will be greatly missed and remembered as a beloved wife, mother, mamaw, sister, and friend.

Private graveside services were held Friday at Helvey Family Cemetery in Wallingford with Pastor Brad Epperson officiating.  Pallbearers were Christopher Helvey, Justin Helvey, Ross Helvey, Devin Helvey, Ian Helvey, Cory Ferguson

Phyllis Crowe, 75, of Clay City, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2022 at her residence. She was born in Stanton March 12, 1947 to Bruce and Ethel Hale. She was a homemaker and a member of the Living Water Church. She is survived by three son Ricky Strange, Roger Crowe and wife Penny, Earl Strange, a daughter Angela Meadows and husband Clifford, ten grandchildren, and a sister Irene Hale. She was preceded in death by her parents Bruce and Ethel Hale, a son Danny Strange, two Brothers Donald Hale, Charles Hale and two sisters Mary Hale and Gayle Hale. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Monday, November 28, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Donald Wayne Hale officiating. Friends may visit Monday from 11 AM till 1 PM. Burial will be in the Elkins Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers family ask donations be made to the Grayson Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Lindsay Nicole Conner Rose, age 43, of Lexington, KY passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022, at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. Born in Lexington on May 25, 1979, she is the daughter of Greg (Tammy) Conner, Geraldine “Deanie” Vance Compton and Herbert (Regina) Clift. She was such a strong and loving wife, mother, daughter and sister. She had a heart of gold with a sassy personality. Lindsay was preceded in death by her son, Conner Bradley Rose. She is survived by her husband Brad Rose; one daughter: Breanna Celeste Rose; four sisters: Christie (Chad) Poe, Amanda (Tyler) White, Kristen Compton, Diana (Tyler) Oliver; five brothers: Shane Conner, Jacob (Hannah) Conner, Stephen Compton, Cody Compton, Joe (Candice) Clift; beloved nieces and nephews: Donovan, Daniel, Carter, Zoey, Grayson, Joey, Duke, Davis, Dean, Amy, Ashlyn, Ava, Aurora, Aurie, Brantley, Ella, Caitlyn, Bethani, Logan and Annalee. Funeral services officiated by Bro. Anthony Molihan will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky. Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on Friday, November 25, 2022 at the funeral home as well. Private graveside service at Cress Cemetery with Chad Poe, Tyler White, Donovan Poe, Daniel Poe, Carter Poe and Logan Pugh serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Shane Conner and Jacob Conner. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hearne Funeral Home, Inc. of Stanton.

Clyde Eugene “Junior” Dunn, 48, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2022 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. He was born February 24, 1974 in Winchester to Clyde Mullins and the late Mary Hale. Survivors include, partner, Jessica Rogers; sons, Blake Dunn and Jacob Dunn; daughter, Brittany Dunn; step-daughter, Tameesha Rogers; brothers, Anthony Dunn, Terry Dunn, Walter Lee Dunn, Charlie Culbertson, and Wintford Culbertson; sisters, Sheila Barnes and Shanda Connon; six grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Services Wednesday, November 23, 1:00PM by Pastor Donald Wayne Hale. Visitation Wednesday 11am-1pm at the funeral home. Burial in Ledford Cemetery with Terry Dunn, Anthony Dunn, Bobby Barnes, Justin Wright, Austin Walker, and Keegan Rogers serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Blake Dunn and Jacob Dunn.

Wilma Jean Coomer Carpenter, age 85, of Stanton, KY passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022, at her home in Stanton. Born in Wolfe County on July 11, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Wilson Coomer and the late Eula Madge Bryant Coomer. She loved to collect dolls and spending her time growing beautiful flowers to which she had a great talent. In addition to her parents, Wilma was preceded in death by one son, Jessie Wayne Brewer; one daughter, Mary Anna Mead; two brothers; Melvin Coomer and Harweda Donald Coomer; and one sister, Gladys Davis. She is survived by two sons: Marvin Raymond (Patricia) Brewer of Clay City and Robert Donald (Melissa Francis) Hall of Berea; one daughter, Jo Etta (Kenneth) Wireman of Stanton; sixteen grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 with the funeral service immediately following at 1:00 P.M. with Bro. James Harold Combs officiating. Burial will be in Rogers Cemetery in Rogers. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hearne Funeral Home of Stanton.

Ruth Ann Briscoe, age 48, of Stanton, KY passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Clark County Regional Medical Center in Winchester. Born in Mt. Sterling on February 13, 1974, she was the daughter of the late Hershell Conley and the late Barbara Barnett. Her children were the most important part of her life. She loved flowers especially roses and always worried about everyone elses needs above her own. She is survived by her husband Elwood Briscoe of Stanton; two sons: Jacob Briscoe and Luke Briscoe both of Stanton; two sisters: Rhonda Conley of Mt. Sterling and Wanda (Billy) Adkins of Owingsville; three brothers: Jeff (Becky) Conley of Mt. Sterling, Jody Conley of Stanton, and Hershell Conley of Prestonsburg; extended family: her sister, Virginia Beatty of Mt. Sterling, her mamaw, Joan Miller of Stanton, and her son Michael Gooden of Clay City. Visitation will be at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, with the funeral service immediately following at 2:00 P.M. officiated by Bro. George Sparks. Burial will be in Helton Cemetery in Stanton with Nathan Spencer, Jordan Adkins, Justin Adkins, Greg Goodwin, Charles Leach, and Brian Marsh serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Billy Adkins, Jeffrey Conley, Katlyn Spencer, Sasha Whitt, Ali Davis, Travis Wilson, Tabitha Evans, Allen Martin, Anthony Wayne Martin, Logan Hurt, Tyler Combs, and Raymond and Cindy Goodwin. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hearne Funeral Home, Inc. of Stanton.

James Myron Kinser, age 57, husband of Gina Allen Kinser passed away at Northpoint Healthcare Center in Lexington on Saturday, November 19, 2022.  Born in Mt. Sterling, he was the son of the late, James Forest Kinser and the late, Katherine Faulkner Kinser. Myron graduated high school from Powell County High School and worked in several honorable positions during his life. He worked at the Bluegrass Army Depot at one point, and also was at one time, a Deputy Powell County Jailer. He served as a Powell County Dispatcher and member of the Stanton City Council. Lastly, he was a Special Deputy with the Powell County Sheriff’s Office and a former member of the Stanton Volunteer Fire Department. He successfully achieved his Home Inspector’s License, and his crowning achievement was obtaining his dream of owning and operating a successful live bait shop, GEM Bait and Tackle.

In addition to his parents, Myron was preceded in death by his two brothers, Steven Kinser and John Kinser.

Along with his wife, he is survived by his son, Evan James Kinser of Stanton; sister-in-law, Teresa Kinser of Stanton; seven nephews: Travis (Annie) Kinser, Daniel (Elaina) Kinser, A.J. (Ashley) Snyder, James (Felicia) Allen, Coty Allen, Zachary Thompson, and Corey (Mariella) Snyder and three nieces: Lori (Daniel) Barry, Casey (Brandon) Haddix and Bethany Davis.

Funeral services officiated by Pastor Bill Boldt, Brother Robert Rice and Brother Gary Willoughby will be held on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton.  Visitation will be held Monday, November 21, 2022 from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

Burial will be in Stonegate Cemetery with Travis Kinser, Daniel Kinser, A.J. Snyder, Corey Snyder, James Allen, Coty Allen, Elijah Snyder and Zachary Thompson serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Juanita Faye King, Diana Long, Billie Long, Teresa Kinser, members of the Powells Valley Baptist Church and the Northfork Bowhunters Club.

Billy Ray Mullins, 62, of Clay City passed away at his residence Thursday, November 17, 2022. He was born June 23, 1960 in Hazard to Daniel and Kathleen Mullins.

He is survived by three sons Brian Mullins, Timothy Mullins, Richard Mullins and wife Jennifer, five grandchildren, one great grandchild, a brother Earl Mullins, and three sisters Sue Rice and husband Mac, Gracie Fraley and husband Darrell and Darcus Francis.

He was preceded in death by his parents Daniel and Kathleen Mullins, five brothers George Mullins, David Mullins, Johnny Mullins, Rufus Mullins, Zackie Mullins and five sisters Norma Hopkins, Lottie Mullins, Martha Mullins, Bertha Mullins and Mary Mullins.

Funeral services were held 1 PM Monday, November 21, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City with Bro. Chris Fraley officiating. Friends may visited Monday from 11 AM till 1 PM. Burial was in the Fraley Cemetery in Clay City. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge.

Clarence Shanks, 61, of Jeffersonville died Monday, November 14, 2022 at the Baptist Health Hospital in Lexington. He was a tree trimmer and he loved fishing and old cars.

He is survived by his father Lewis Shanks, wife Eva Shanks, a son Sam Shanks, four Angel Martin, Melissa Conkright, Crystal Shanks, Laura Little, eleven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, three brothers Mike Shanks, Lewis Shanks JR, Ricky Shanks, ten sisters Linda Young, Tammy Arnett, Charlotte Taylor, Gail Shanks, Lynn Davis, Jenny Bush, Shelly Shanks Shelia Adams, Tina Shanks and Arine Hopkins.

He was preceded in death by his mother Loretta Shanks and a brother William Shanks.

Funeral services were held 1 PM Thursday, November 17, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Jimmy Shanks officiating. Friends visited Thursday from 11 AM till 1 PM. Burial will be in the Martin – Willoughby Cemetery in Jeffersonville. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Harold R. Burgher, 70, husband of Patricia Little Burgher, passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Windsor Care Center, Mount Sterling. He was born April 18, 1952 in Winchester, Kentucky to the late Cecil Franklin and Beatrice Highley Burgher. Known to his friends as “Flinstone,” he was a truck driver for over 41 years.

  Survivors include, wife, Patricia Burgher; sons, Shannon R Burgher and Michael K (Amanda) Burgher; brothers, Herbert Burgher, Melvin Burgher, and KC (Donna) Burgher; sisters, Alma Lois Ratliff, Connie (Brian) Patrick, Mary Ann (John) Rymer, and Carolyn Woosley; grandchildren, Cody Burgher, Megan Burgher, Boone Chaney, and Lily Chaney; great-grandchildren, Hayden Ray Burgher and Gunnar Bellamy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil and Beatrice Burgher, brothers, Cecil Burgher Jr., and David Burgher.

Services were held on Monday, November 21, 1:00PM by Bro. Brad Epperson, at Wells Funeral Home. Visitation was Sunday 6-9pm at the funeral home.

Burial in Clay City Eaton Cemetery with Michael Burgher, Kevin Burgher, Wendall Hurt, Chuck Edwards, Cody Burgher, Marion Rogers, Brian Patrick, and and Melvin Dean Burgher serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Herbert Burgher, Melvin Burgher, KC Burgher, Shane Burgher, and Shannon Burgher.

On Sunday, November 13, 2022, Noble “Vernon” Sellars Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Great-Great Grandfather, passed from this life to his eternal reward at the age of 104. Vernon was known as the “Rock of the Family”. Always putting God first in his life, he was kind, compassionate, self-sacrificing and lead with courage. A true testament to his faith, Vernon was faithful in his prayer life. He prayed every night, lifting names of family, friends, ministers and those met by happenstance to God. He prayed out loud lifting every request to the Lord. He was a member of the Church of God. He enjoyed the fellowship of friends, Brothers and Sisters in Christ and family. He never met a stranger nor missed an opportunity to profess his faith. He lived his life according to Matthew 4:19 “Come follow me and I will make you Fishers of Men”. He was born in Selma, NC on January 12, 1918 to Daniel Crawford and Smithie Ann Sellars. He was a retired welder. He enjoyed traveling, visiting most US States in addition to Canada and Mexico. Vernon was a talented carpenter creating many cherished gifts for his family and friends.

He is survived by a son Kenneth Sellars of Baltimore Maryland, four daughters, Golda Williamson of Seaford, Delaware, Barbara Dunbar (Dwayne) of Drexel, Missouri, Marie Kasper (Dave) of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Sue Wilson (John) of Stanton, Kentucky, seventeen grandchildren, forty-four great grandchildren, eight great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents Daniel Crawford and Smithie Ann Sellars, the love of his life for 59 years, his first wife Minnie Alberta Woodard, his second wife Jo Self, and his brothers Crawford, Andrew, Calvin, Vivian, George and Grover Sellars. Vernon will be remembered for his love of exercise, love of the lord and love for his family.

In lieu of flowers the family requested donations to the local senior center in your community. A celebration of Vernon’s life was held 1 PM Sunday, November 20, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City, Kentucky with Bro. Dan Kasper officiating. Family and Friends visited at 11 AM. Burial followed at the Rest Haven Cemetery in Stanton, Kentucky. Arrangements are in the care of Grayson Funeral Home.

Melissa Ann Moreland, 58,passed away Friday, November 11, 2022 in Jamestown, Kentucky. She was born October 12, 1964 to the late William and Virgilene Faye Moreland.

Survivors include, daughter, Michaela Moreland; grandchildren, Jase Centers and Melia Moreland; brother, Michael Moreland; sister, Betty Jean Moreland; nephew, Conner Moreland; and companion, Willard Beach. Services Friday, November 18, 7:00PM Wells Funeral Home by Bro. Robert Boyd. Visitation Friday 5-7pm.

Paul Arnett 69 of Mt. Sterling passed away at his residence Monday, November 14, 2022. He was born April 14, 1953 in Frenchburg to South and Effie Arnett. He was a mechanic. He is survived by his wife Deloris Arnett, three sons Christopher Simpson, South Arnett, Brandon Arnett and wife Tisha, five daughters Leesa Clothier and husband Bruce, Cheri Bush, Tiffany Russell and husband James, Kristyn Arnett, Christy Arnett, twenty grandchildren, three brothers Emery Craig JR, Phillip Craig, Danny Craig, and three sisters Beverly Hopkins, Brenda Ferguson and Carol Craig. He was preceded in death by his parents South and Effie Craig. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Roger McGuire and Bro. Steve McGuire officiating. Friends may visit Wednesday from 12 PM till 1 PM. Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City is in charge of services.

Joshua Lee McIntosh, 40, husband of Allison Otis McIntosh of Stanton, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester, KY.

Born in Lexington, he was the son of Mark Snowden of Clay City and Leila Faye McIntosh of Furnace. He was a graduate of Eastern Kentucky University with a bachelor’s degree in English. While attending EKU, he served as the Captain of the Rugby team and took part in the Rugby Intermural COED team on campus as well. He was a former Lifeguard and Swimming Instructor and during his life he managed many pools including for the Y.M.C.A.

Josh loved his family and also his Stanton Gym family where he and his wife trained. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Fred Teasley and his maternal grandfather, Orville McIntosh.  Along with his parents and wife, he is survived by one son, Bam McIntosh; two daughters: Sophia Morris and Kennedy Rogers; Paternal Grandmother, Waveline Teasley of Clay City; Maternal Grandmother, Lydia Patrick of Stanton; one brother, Charles Jared (Stephanie) Bennett of Louisville; one sister: Jessi Shannon (Stacy Coffee) Chasteen of Stanton; one aunt, Pam (Glen) Tipton of Stanton and one uncle, Greg (Lisa) McIntosh of Stanton. Visitation will be at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky from 5 to 7 P.M. on Saturday, November 19, 2022 with the memorial service immediately following at 7 P.M. Honorary Pallbearers are Marsha Barnes, Mary Spicer, Carl McIntosh, Teddie McIntosh, Grant Goodrich, Richard Crask, John Barsotti, Ian Wilcoxson, Michael Valentine, Jason Kell, Dustin Strange, Rob Merion, Jeff Trent, Brandon and Peyton Havens, Aaron McIntosh, Ryan Tipton, Charles Bennett, Jonathan Powers, Jordan Mize, Stacy Coffey, Michael Barnes, Mike Tate, Laney and Tristen Coffey, Kylie Chasteen, Madison Ashley, Max Bennett, Buddy Arvin, Esther Rule, Amanda Barker, and Cynthia Rogers.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Hearne Funeral Home, Inc of Stanton.

Randy Lynn Johnson, 65, of Irvine passed away Thursday, November 10, 2022 at the Marcum and Wallace Hospital in Irvine. He was born in Irvine November 2, 1957 to Hiram and Pauline Johnson.

He is survived by his wife Teresa Johnson, a son Craig Johnson, a daughter Sabrina Lambert (Josh), five brothers Roy Johnson, Duck Johnson, Donnie Johnson, Jess Johnson, Ray Johnson and four sisters Della Mae Johnson, Thelma Johnson, Linda Barrett and Minnie Fay Williams.

He was preceded in death by his parents Hiram and Pauline Johnson, two sons Eugene Johnson, Randall Johnson, four brothers James Johnson, Larry Johnson, Calvin Johnson, Keith Johnson and a sister Carrie Mullins.

Funeral services were held 1 PM Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine with Bro. Terry Barnes officiating.  Visitation was on Monday from 6 PM till 8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Gray Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Carolyn Nell Rice, wife of Kenneth “Goat” Rice, passed away on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at the age of 79. She was born July 19, 1943 to the late Omer and Gladys Thorpe Meadows.   

She is survived by her Husband, Kenneth “Goat” Rice; Sons, Kenneth “Kenny” and Chad (Janice) Rice; Sister, Judy Howard; Grandchildren, Jacey (Adam) Maple Joplin Rice, Emmalyn Rice, and Ellee Rice; Great Grandchildren, Theo Harper and Cameron River Maple; and Grand Dog, Pearl Rice.

She was preceded in death by her Brothers, Jerry, Coe, Ray, and Forest Meadows; Sisters, Phyllis “Tillie” Crowe, Emma Lou McKinney, Betty Faye Caudill, and Delores Jane Riffe, and Parents, Omer and Gladys Thorpe Meadows.

Funeral services were held Friday, November 4, 1:00PM by Rev. Kim Rose, Rev. Brad Epperson, and Rev. Harold Kelly. Visitation was held Thursday 5-9pm at the funeral home. Burial was in Meadows Cemetery, Clay City with Joplin Rice, Brian McKinney, Mark Crowe, Gary Wayne Meadows, Warren Coe Meadows, Kenny Riffe, Donovan Crabtree, and Johnny Abney serving as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers include Adam Maple, Lonnie Dale Stewart, Earl Gilbert, Richard Rice, Danny Ray Rice, Morris Gilbert, Travis Gilbert, Doug Adams, Greg Adams, Barry Fallen, Gary Fallen, Robert Fallen, Robert Rice, Larry Meadows, Lief Meadows, Cody Meadows, Brett Howard, Dwight Riffe, Frank Riffe Jr, Dustin Crowe, Bubby Meadows, Gary Carmichael, Logan Faulkner, Grant Faulkner, and retired employees of Columbia Gulf. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Charles Noss, Dr. Papp, Home Health, and Hospice East for their outstanding care. In lieu of flowers, contributions suggested to Hospice East, 407 Shoppers Drive, Winchester, KY 40391.

Hoyt Wyonia Bush Bellamy, age 98 years and 8 months, died November 4, 2022, at Sayre Christian Village in Lexington. She was born March 12, 1924, in Stanton Kentucky, the eighth child of the late John Cleveland and Corda Sheffield Bush.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Morgan Lyle Bellamy, and son, John Patrick Bellamy; and siblings – sisters: Venice Mae Jones, Elsie Broad Ewen, Esther Door Martin, Bernice Marie Smith, and Dorothy Lee Atchison; brothers: Herbert Hanley Bush, Woodford Dewey Bush, and Raymond Cranston Bush; and son-in-law, Billy Forest Rose.

​She is survived by three daughters, Jerlene Rose, Berea; Diana (Jimmie) Caudill, Clay City, and Patricia (James) Strange, Lexington; daughter-in-law, Edna Bellamy, Florida; seven grandchildren: Leigh M. Rose, Colette Caudill, James Daxon (Cathy) Caudill, Justin (Beverly) Strange; Jamie (Shawn) Combs, Christopher Bellamy, Chase (Dana) Bellamy; nine great-grandchildren: Andrew (Kelsey McDaniel) Aldridge, John Avery Bussell, Addison Wright, Jacob, Lily and Solomon Strange, Chelsie, Kaelyn and Connor Bellamy; four step-great-grandchildren: Caroline and Vivian Rehmeyer, Marisa and Garrett Broadnax; two great-great grandchildren, Atlas and Korra Aldridge.

She was a member of Stanton Christian Church and attended Clay City Baptist Church for several years. During World War II, Hoyt worked for the US government at Bluegrass Army Depot, preparing to be shipped overseas. Later she was employed by Cowden Manufacturing, Mt. Sterling. She also worked at Vic Bloomfield and Rose’s Department Store, both in Winchester. She worked nine years at Dalton’s Restaurant, Stanton, and retired after working 14 years at Natural Bridge State Park, Slade. Everywhere she worked, she enjoyed the camaraderie of her co-workers.

She played on the Stanton Women’s Softball team, sponsored by Dalton’s Restaurant, but her game of choice was Rummy. Any time the children visited, they’d end up gathered around the table, trying to beat her in a game of Rummy, accompanied by hoots of laughter and fun. She was hard to beat.

She was accomplished at embroidery and quilting. One of her quilts won first prize at the Powell County Fair, and a denim jacket she embroidered for her son was so beautiful it was stolen from his car.

She loved Christmas and the entire family gathered at Granny Hoyt’s house Christmas morning for a late breakfast where everyone raved about her perfect cream gravy. Holidays also meant homemade candy. Her claim to fame was old-fashioned peanut butter rollwhich she shipped to family when they couldn’t get home for the holidays. She was generous and thoughtful in her giving, remembering birthdays and special occasions. You could count on her always having a bowl of chocolates on her coffee table and ice cream in her freezer.

She was the ideal mother and mother-in-law. She never meddled in her children’s lives but was always there with support or advice when sought. She loved to travel and was a welcome tag-along when her children went on trips. She toured Hawaii, Spain, Europe, several of the western states, Chicago, Ill., South Carolina, Georgia, and of course, Florida.

Funeral services officiated by Rev. John Combs will be held at 1:00pm Saturday, November 12, at Hearne Funeral Home, Stanton. Visitation will be from 5:00pm-9:00pm Friday, Nov. 11, and 9:00am until funeral on Saturday. Burial will be in Stanton Cemetery with Daxon Caudill, Justin Strange, Christopher Bellamy, Chase Bellamy, Andrew Aldridge, and John Avery Bussell serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Sandy Riggs, Angelyn Maloney, Lula Jean Abner, Michael Stone, Glenda Birch, Danny McCormick, Katherine Frazier, and Denny and Vivian Frazier. Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Wilma Jean Barnes Updike of Dry Ridge, KY. passed away Saturday, October 29 at her residence at the age of 79.  Wilma was born May 12, 1943 in Kenton County, KY to the late Cecil and Dorothy Brewer Barnes and she was the eldest of 8 children.

Wilma was retired from the Grant County School System where she worked for many years in cafeterias including the Dry Ridge Elementary School where she made many life-long friends.  She was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church.  In addition to her school employment she worked at the old Halfway House Restaurant in Williamstown.  There she served many local guests and tourists who came in on the bus from out of town.  She was also employed by Helton’s Meat Processing Plant.  Wilma had a passion for sewing and made many clothes for her family and would create gifts for friends.  She loved God and shared Bible stories with many children over the years as she taught Sunday school and Vacation Bible School.  She loved Christmas music which could be heard around the house all year round.  She watched a lot of movies; “The Sound of Music” was one of her favorites.  Was Elvis in her house? Absolutely!  Wilma enjoyed cooking for others and her grandchildren would say she fixed the best pancakes and fried apple pies.  Her brother Donnie agrees with that!

In addition to her parents, Wilma was preceded in death by a brother: Lenuel Barnes and sisters: Kathleen Moak, Carol McCreary, Sue Ellis and Mary Lonkard.

On September 30, 1961 she was united in marriage to Marvin J. Updike and she is survived by her husband of 61 years.  She is also survived by 4 daughters: Lisa Conrad and her husband Ronald of Dry Ridge, KY, Marcia Mongelli and her husband William of Harrodsburg, KY, Lori Knarr and her husband Paul of Dry Ridge, KY, Sally Hunt and her husband Craig of Burlington, KY, 5 grandchildren: Justin (Karla) Knarr, Andrew Tripp, Lauren Ramey and her husband Sam, Alexis Knarr, Landyn Knarr, 2 brothers: Donald Barnes and his wife Darlene of Corinth, KY, Brent Barnes of Grant County, KY.

Graveside services and burial for Wilma were conducted Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 1:00 PM at the New Vine Run Cemetery, Warsaw Road, Dry Ridge, KY with Rev. Howard Chipman and Rev. Donald Kannady officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made in Wilma’s memory to:  Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC  28607 or Bethany Baptist Church, 7710 Lawrenceville Rd, Williamstown, KY  41097.

Rita Elaine Smith, 68, of Stanton passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2022. She was born February 7, 1954 in Mt. Sterling, KY to the late Johnnie Ray Townsend & Lou Ellen Townsend Dunaway. A retired special forces supplier with Lockheed-Martin, she is survived by: mother Lou Ellen Dunaway; son Michael Wayne (Kim) Smith; brothers Jeffrey Townsend, James Townsend, & John David Townsend; sisters Lois Stidham, Patricia (Tom) Walker, & Carol (Alvin) York; grandsons Zachary (Erin) Smith & Matthew Smith; and dearest friend Kathy Hall.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by brother Troy Townsend.

Funeral services were conducted at 1:00PM Thursday, November 3, 2022 at Wells Funeral Home with Bro. Brad Epperson officiating. Visitation was on Thursday beginning at 10:00AM for family and 11:00AM for friends. Burial followed the funeral in Resthaven Cemetery with Zachary Smith, Matthew Smith,, Brandon Dunaway, Matt York, Ken Hall, & Andrew Hall serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers include Kathy Hall, Ruth Billings, Cynthia Rogers, Ann Smith, Hannah Faulkner, & Bonnie McIntosh.

Brittany Michelle Osborne Fisher, 39, passed away Saturday, October 29, 2022 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. She was born October 8, 1983 to the late Jimmy Osborne and Connie Johnson Osborne. Survivors include, daughter, Hannah Osborne; sisters, Autumn (Matthew) Sebey and Tonya (Eric) Engel; nieces and nephew, Stella Sebey, Lyla Sebey, Morgan Engel, and Ryan Engel; aunt, Lisa (Danny) Rose; cousins, Marisa Lee and Shannon (Megan) Rose; caregiver, Montana Kocher. Visitation Wednesday, November 2, 5-7pm Wells Funeral Home, Stanton.

Angela Lynn Ritchie, age 46, wife of Benjamin Ritchie of Irvine, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at her home after a long battle with cancer. Born in Ann Arbor, Michigan she was the daughter of the late Ollie James Spencer and the late Glenda Sue Smith Spencer.  She was a member of the Bowen Full Gospel Pentecostal Church of God and worked in deposit operations at Citizens Guaranty Bank in Irvine. Angela was a loving and caring mother and an affectionate wife.   

Along with her husband she is survived by one son, James Ethan Ritchie; one daughter, Olivia Dee Richie; one sister, Pamela Kay Spencer of Stanton; three aunts: Freda Kay Joseph, Wanda Faye (Patrick) Johnson and Omeda Cravens all of Stanton; one uncle, Roscoe (Jeanne) Smith of Burlington, Indiana along with a host of cousins.

Funeral services were held at 1:00 P.M. Monday, October 31, 2022 at the Bowen Full Gospel Pentecostal Church of God, 39 Little North Fork Road, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was held from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Sunday, October 30, 2022 with a church service was conducted at 6:00 P.M. that evening at the church as well and visitation concluded at 9:00 P.M..

Burial was in Resthaven Cemetery with Brandon Smith, Mark Smith, Brandon Dunnaway, Ethan Ritchie. Matthew Sons and John Barker serving as active pallbearers.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Hearne Funeral Home.

  Sterlin Oliver Pelfrey, age 92, passed away on October 24, 2022 at the Pine Meadows Health Care Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Born in Stanton, he was the son of the late Virgle Pelfrey and the late Anna Bellamy Pelfrey. Sterlin was a former member of the Clay City First Church of God where he served as Sunday School Superintendent for a great deal of time. He was an Army veteran and was a retired shipping clerk with the Whirlpool Corporation.

  Along with his parents Sterlin was preceded in death by his four sisters: Ada Willoughby Abney, Mattie King, Clara Stichweh and Viola Pelfrey and two brothers: Emitt Willoughby and J.D. Willoughby.

  Surviving relatives include one sister, Golda Derickson of Stanton; special nieces and nephews: Anna Gale Stamper, Shelia Kaye (Scottie) Hall and Greg Dale (Dottie) Pelfrey and numerous other nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

  Funeral services officiated by Ryan Dotson were held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, October 28, 2022 at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, in Stanton. Visitation was held from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M., Thursday, October 27, 2022 at the funeral home as well.

  Burial was in Miller Cemetery in Stanton with Greg Pelfrey, Devon Pelfrey, Bradley Derickson, Lucas Christopher, Brian Derickson, Linville Willoughby, Jaron Arnett and Jimmy Cole serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Scottie Hall, Garland Lacy and David Jones. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hearne Funeral Home.

Myrtle Lane 76 of Clay City passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling. She was born in Irvine March 3, 1946 to Tracy and Gracie Muncy. She was a housewife.

She is survived by two sons Grover Larrison (Vickie) of Clay City, Virgil Larrison Clay City, three daughters Thelma Holder (Paul) of Clay City, Myrtle Banks of Clay City, Phyllis Clifford (David) of Clay City, twelve grandchildren, twenty five great grandchildren, one great – great grandchild, two brothers Robbie Richardson of Clay City, James Richardson of Irvine, three sisters Barbara Choate of Clay City, Diane Royse of Winchester and Betty Jean Roberts of Beattyville.

Myrtle was preceded in death by her parents Tracy and Gracie Muncy, her first husband Isacar Larrison, her second husband Victor Lane, two sisters Loretta Riddle and Mary Richardson.

Funeral services were held 1 PM Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Johnny Hurt officiating. Friend visited on Saturday from 11 AM till 1 PM. Burial followed in the Rest Haven Cemetery in Stanton.

Pallbearers are Jordan Barnett, Paul Holder JR, Kiser Larrison, JT McIntosh, Anthony Michael Larrison and Shelby Barnett. In Lieu of flowers family ask that donations be made to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.