Ernest Grant “E. G.” Clark, age 73, husband of Lisa Bowen Clark of Stanton, Kentucky passed away June 5, 2020 at U K Medical Center.  Born in Hamilton, Ohio he was the son of the late Ernest Grant Clark, Sr. and Gladys Peak Clark. He served as Reverend of the Guerrant Memorial Presbyterian Church.  He earned a Masters Degree of Divinity from Southern Baptist Seminary, a Political Science Bachelors Degree from Carson Newman University and a Masters Degree in Business from Bellarmine University.  E. G. was a licensed Real Estate Agent, a Kentucky Colonel and a substitute teacher at Powell County Middle School and Powell County High School.  He is survived by his wife, Lisa Bowen; one son, Hunter Bowen Brown of Stanton; two daughters, Jacqueline (Chad) Townsend of Mt. Sterling and Suzannah Clark of Louisville; one sister, Barbara Gay (Jim) Beare of Deltona, FL, three grandchildren, Lydia Bondora, Jackson Townsend and Haleigh Townsend and special friends, Jane B. Frye and William Dakota Tipton. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. Fred Hood, Rachel Header and members of Guerrant Memorial Presbyterian Church.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.    

Jonathan Lynn Moore, 50, of Stanton passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at the University of Cincinnati Hospital. He was born June 21, 1969 in Irvine to Earl and Ida Moore. He is survived by two brothers Earl Moore Jr of Clay City, Elijah Moore of Jeffersonville and a sister Patricia Albertin of Richmond. He was preceded in death by his parents Earl and Ida Moore. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 13, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Billy Ray Hensley officiating. Burial followed in the Stone Gate Cemetery in Stanton. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge.

Roy Ray Terry, 72, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2020 at his home. He was born April 6, 1948 to the late Ford Terry and the late Nannie Margaret Addison. Survivors include, son, Ray (Andrea) Terry and Eddie White; daughter, Lisa (Chad) Hastings; sister, Diane Anna Tubbs; grandchildren, Evan Hastings and CJ Hastings; numerous nephews and nieces. Services to be scheduled at a later date.

Clifford “Catfish” Terry, 74, of Mt. Sterling, died Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at Bluegrass Care Navigators in Hazard.  He was born in Lee County on June 2, 1946 to the late Billy and Molly Jane Reece Terry. Clifford was a native of Mt. Sterling and a United States Army Veteran.  Following his service in the Vietnam War he returned home and worked in manufacturing at the Avon Bluegrass Army Depot and A.O. Smith.   He enjoyed fishing, being outdoors and spending time with his family.  His friends and family will miss him dearly.    

He is survived by one daughter, Teresa Terry (Gary) of Frenchburg; two stepsons, Jeff Havens (Paula) of Mt. Sterling and John Havens (Deana) of Bell County; one stepdaughter, Rhonda Miles (Barry) of Mt. Sterling; four grandchildren; two great grandchildren; one brother, Hubert Terry of Mt. Sterling and four sisters, Faye Terry, Julie Koontz and Neddie Isaacs all of Powell County and Joan Higgs (Glenn) of Colorado.   In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Herman Terry and one sister, Shirley Farmer.

Private committal service at West Bend Veterans  Cemetery in Powell County. Guestbook at: www.coffmanfuneral.com Arrangements under the direct care of Coffman Funeral Home & Crematory.

Patsy Martin, 72, wife of Leonard Martin, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Saint Joseph Hospital, Lexington. She was born September 16, 1947 in Columbus, Indiana to the late Luther and Polly Ann Lawell Bocook. Survivors include, husband, Leonard Martin; son, Bryan Martin; daughters, Nina Ann Sallee and Tilly (Jason) Kelley; grandchildren, Hannah Nicole Davis, Sarah Elizabeth Kelley, Aydn Christopher Martin, Ariel Martin, Patrick Bocook, Matthew Jones, Natosha Prater, and Tanner Sallee. Services Wednesday, June 17, 2020 Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Tommy Evans. Burial in Martin-Willoughby Cemetery with Michael Halcomb, Tony Scott, Matt Jones, Patrick Bocook, Aydn Martin, Patrick Rawlins, Walter Shrout, Michael Martin, Jason Kelley, and Shawn Keathley serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, members of the Means Community Miracle Church.

Mrs. Nancy Lee (Chester) Landers, age 68, of Vevay, Indiana, entered this life on April 13, 1952 in Dayton, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Ernest Calvin and Mariam (Ray) Chester. She was raised in Dayton, Kentucky and graduated high school. Nancy was united in marriage to Ted Phillip Landers on June 16, 1990 at the East Dayton Baptist Church in Dayton, Kentucky. Nancy drove for the Amish for several years for the families in Switzerland County and was a wonderful homemaker. She was a Kentucky Colonel and was a member of the Switzerland County Homemakers Club.  She attended the New Liberty Baptist Church in East Enterprise, Indiana and was a teachers aid with the Kenton County Board of Education. Nancy enjoyed crocheting, crafts, camping, bird watching and flowers. Nancy passed away at 12:46 p.m., Sunday, June 7, 2020, at her residence. Nancy will be missed by her husband, Ted Phillip Landers of Vevay, Indiana; her daughters, Amy Haas of Dayton, Kentucky and Elisabeth Dickman Cook and her husband, Alan of Stanton, Kentucky; her grandchildren, Chris Haas, Garrick Haas and wife, Gabbie, Tyler Haas, Matt Haas, Jordan Haas, Brendan Haas, Daniel Luke Haas, Daniel Haas and girlfriend, Charisma Smith, Danielle Haas, Bailey Haas and girlfriend, Maddie Wanstrath, Jewel Haas and Sophie Cook; her step-grandchildren, Breanne Cook and Dakota Cook; her great-grandchildren, Hope Haas, Eathen Haas, Dakota Haas and Marshals Haas and her sister, Susan Chester of Dayton, Kentucky.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest Calvin and Mariam (Ray) Chester; her son, Daniel Ernest Haas and her brother, Kevin Chester.. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Monday, June 15, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, Kentucky. Interment will followed in Stonegate Cemetery, 27 Stonegate Drive, Stanton, Kentucky. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jesse Stuart Foundation, 4440 13th Street, Ashland, Kentucky 41102 or donate online at www.jsfbooks.com.  Local arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Paul Campbell, 81, of Jeffersonville passed away Monday, June 8, 2020 at his residence. He was born July 20, 1938 in Mt. Sterling to John and Gertrude Campbell. He was a retired welder for Trans Craft and was a member of the Jeffersonville Assembly of GOD. He is survived by his wife Zoba Campbell of Jeffersonville, son Michael Campbell and wife Ava of Jeffersonville, stepson David Barrentine and wife Heather of Jeffersonville, granddaughter Stephanie Campbell of Olive Hill, four brothers David Campbell and wife Connie of Jeffersonville, Denver Campbell and wife Geraldine of Jeffersonville, Rick Campbell of Camargo, Johnny Campbell of Jeffersonville, five sisters Marie Reed and Husband Charles of Stanton, Joyce Campbell of Mt. Sterling, Carrie Liggett of Jeffersonville, Freda Montgomery and husband Moe of Jeffersonville and Eleanor Grooms and husband Pete of Jeffersonville. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Gertrude Campbell, his first wife Donna Richards, two sons Kenneth and Daryl Campbell, a brother Wayne Campbell, two sisters Maudie Campbell and an Infant sister. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 11, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. David Campbell officiating. Burial followed in Lovely Cemetery in Jeffersonville. Pallbearers were Mike Campbell, David Barrentine, Tim Maloney, Tim Campbell, David Creech and David Back. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge of services.

Marcus Dexter Anderson, age 33, of Clay City, Kentucky passed away on June 9, 2020 at Baptist Health Lexington.  Dexter attended Hardwicks Creek United Methodist Church and was a 2004 graduate of Powell County High School who attended Cumberland College.  He was a member of the Powell County Pirates 2003 Basketball 14th Region Tournament Champions.  He was also a member of the Pirates golf team, football team and baseball team.  Dexter is survived by his children Martin Davis Anderson and Madison Dru Anderson of Slade; his parents, Donna Jo and Bruce Wafford of Slade; sister, Nikki (Sean) Ryan of Georgetown; maternal grandmother, Phyllis Jo Anderson of Clay City; aunts, Melissa Sue (Stevie) Collins of Clay City and Kandi Wafford of Port Saint Lucie, FL; uncles, Daryl Anderson of Clay City, Mike (Candace) Wafford of Lexington, Mark (Glenda) Wafford of South Carolina and Randy (Lynn) Goff of Annapolis, MD.  Private funeral services officiated by Bro. Stephen Donithan was held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. in Stanton.  Public visitation was Friday at the funeral home.  Burial was in Vaughns Mill Cemetery with Nikki Ryan, Tiffani Sparks, Corri Grace Collins, Daryl Anderson, Sean Ryan, Jack Segura, Joe Jefferson, Landers Crowe, Cody Wright, Matthew Reed, Morgan Reed, Mike Wafford, Stevie Collins and Ray Davis serving as pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Lillian Juanita Barker, age 87, widow of Herman Barker, passed away June 2, 2020 at Mercy Healthcare, Cincinnati, Ohio.  Born in Dayton, Ohio she was the daughter of the late Sonny Shepherd and the late Nellie Kathleen Hankey Violet and the late beloved stepfather, Woodrow Violet.  She was a former cook at Dalton’s Restaurant and a cook and waitress at several other restaurants.  Mrs. Barker was a member of the Apostolic Pentecostal Church in Manchester, Ohio.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her son, Sherman Barker; one daughter, Edna Hinty; one half brother, Robert Shepherd and two half sisters, Freda Tapp and Rose Powell.  She is survived by her daughter, Sharon (J. D.) McGlone of Owingsville; two half brothers, Raymond Shepherd and James Shepherd both of Ohio; one half sister, Helen (Tom) Childers of Peebles, Ohio; four grandchildren:  Michelle Bennett, Jacob McGlone, Nicole Barker and Michael Hinty; eight great grandchildren:  Luke McGlone, Reese Richmond, Erica Lancaster, Josephine Chedister, Emily Barker, Lynni Althouse, Lillian Althouse and Eva Althouse, her special aunt, Gladys Hite along with several nieces and nephews.  Visitation was at 1:00 P.M. Friday, June 5, 2020 followed by funeral services officiated by Bro. Brian Young at 3:00 P.M. Friday at Hearne Funeral Home Inc, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Burial will be in the Nolan Cemetery.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Ernest Grant “E. G.” Clark, age 73, husband of Lisa Bowen Clark of Stanton, Kentucky passed away June 5, 2020 at U K Medical Center.  Born in Hamilton, Ohio he was the son of the late Ernest Grant Clark, Sr. and Gladys Peak Clark. He served as Reverend of the Guerrant Memorial Presbyterian Church.  He earned a Masters Degree of Divinity from Southern Baptist Seminary, a Political Science Bachelors Degree from Carson Newman University and a Masters Degree in Business from Bellarmine University.  E. G. was a licensed Real Estate Agent, a Kentucky Colonel and a substitute teacher at Powell County Middle School and Powell County High School.  He is survived by his wife, Lisa Bowen; one son, Hunter Bowen Brown of Stanton; two daughters, Jacqueline (Chad) Townsend of Mt. Sterling and Suzannah Clark of Louisville; one sister, Barbara Gay (Jim) Beare of Deltona, FL, three grandchildren, Lydia Bondora, Jackson Townsend and Haleigh Townsend and special friends, Jane B. Frye and William Dakota Tipton.  Memorial services officiated by Rev. Phillip Lotspeich will be held at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. in Stanton.  Visitation begins at 5:00 P.M. on Wednesday at the funeral home.  Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Fred Hood, Rachel Header and members of Guerrant Memorial Presbyterian Church.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Alvin Eugene Patrick, age 82, husband of Virginia Muncie Patrick, Clay City, Kentucky passed away on Friday, June 5, 2020 at his residence.  Born in Clay City, KY he was the son of the late Floyd and Lola Hardy Patrick and he was a US Army Veteran.  Eugene was a former superintendent at Central Rock Company and a member of Vaughn’s Mill First Church of God.  His first job was working in a dairy in Florida and he built three houses in his lifetime which were provided for his family to live in.  Eugene loved his family and he adored and cherished his great grandchild, Jenna.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his son, Kevin Eugene Patrick; his daughter, Rhonda Jean Mastin; one brother, Virgil Patrick and one sister, Roxie Patrick.  Eugene is survived by his wife, Virginia Patrick; one daughter, Valerie (Roy) Stephens of Clay City; two brothers, Billy Patrick of Clay City and Glen (Patty) Patrick of Stanton; one sister, Carolyn Sue (Johnny) Horn of Clay City; two grandchildren, Lindsey (Darrell) Smith and Aaron (Lindsey) Willoughby and one great grandchild, Jenna Morgan Willoughby.  Visitation begins at 5:00 P.M. Monday at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. in Stanton followed by funeral services officiated by Bro. Ted Linkous and Bro. Todd St.John at 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Stonegate Cemetery with Charlie Goodwin, Aaron Willoughby, D. J. Smith, Roy Gibson, Wayne Abney and Petie Goodwin serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are members of the Vaughn’s Mill First Church of God.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.          

Jimmy Lee Huffman, 61, of Frenchburg, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at his residence. He was born August 8, 1958 in Pikeville to Denver and Doris Huffman. He was a retired coal miner. He is survived by a daughter Emily Huffman of Lexington, two brothers Dink Huffman of Frenchburg, Dale Huffman of Pikeville and a sister Carolyn Bentley of Wellington. He was preceded in death by her parents Denver and Doris Huffman and a brother Lowell Huffman. A memorial service was held 1 PM Monday, June 8, 2020 at the Big Woods Community Church in Frenchburg. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City is in charge of services.

Glenville Berton Townsend, age 57, husband of Teresa Cline Townsend of Clay City, Kentucky passed away at his residence on May 25, 2020.  Born in Cincinnati, Ohio he was the son of Beulah Charles Townsend (John) Yates of Winchester and the late Claude B. Townsend and stepmother Joyce Townsend of Berea.  He was an industrial operator with Winchester Farms Dairy.  He was a devoted husband and spectacular father.  He was an avid turkey, deer, bear and duck hunter and also enjoyed musky fishing.  He mentored many young hunters and volunteered time with wounded warriors.  He also won several turkey calling contests.  Glenville played Bluegrass Gospel for 25 years with Silver Creek, Jubilee Road and the Ole Stump Kickers, he sang lead and high tenor and played lead guitar.  He wrote a total of five songs, one of which was in the billboard top 20.  In addition to his wife and parents he is also survived by one son, Hunter (Alyssa Seale) Townsend of Mt. Sterling; three daughters:  Cynthia (Jeremy) Adams of Mt. Sterling, Elizabeth Woosley and Chelsea (Wyatt) Robinson both of Clay City; one sister, Teresa (Kenny) Morton of Clay City; two stepsisters, Angela Renee Williams of Clay City and Connie Howard of Stanton and six grandchildren:  Seth Adams, Devon Adams, Chase Adams, Adrian Smith, Chloe Smith and Zoey Robinson.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Lovell Stevens were conducted at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 30, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. in Stanton.    Burial was in Townsend Family Cemetery with Hunter Townsend, Seth Adams, Devon Adams, Chase Adams, Ian Morton and Steven Morton serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Paul Cline, Garet Horn, Eddie Wells, Tommy Cline, Mutt Willoughby, Jeff Spencer, Jason Woosley, Wyatt Robinson, Adrian Smith, Jeremy Adams, William Walters, Kenny Morton and Tony Polsgrove.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Joe Billy “best known as JB” Kayse, of Irvine, KY passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at the age of 85. He was born August 10, 1934 in Livingston County, KY to the late Lynn Kayse and Thelma Kayse. He was a retired L&N/CSX railroad conductor, where he worked for 41 years. He was a long-term member of his local VFW post. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his family, taking drives, and playing cards with friends. He especially enjoyed feeding his family of squirrels in the backyard. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Kayse and a daughter, Kim Kayse. He was grandpa to Eric (Amber and Karson) Kayse, Matt (Bryson and Mason) Workman-Kayse, Dylan Kayse, and Jessica Kayse. He also leaves behind many extended family members and friends in both Northern Kentucky and Irvine. JB is preceded in death by his first wife, Kayrene, and his son, Mark. Private funeral services will be conducted. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association in his name.

Linda Fay Reed 63 of Jeffersonville passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling. She was born March 1, 1957 in Cleveland, Ohio to Clarence and Hazel Brown. She is survived by her husband Edwin Burl Reed Jr. of Jeffersonville, three son’s Edwin Burl Reed III and his wife Jennifer of Georgia, Donald Reed and wife Phyllis of Clay City, Philip Reed and wife Amanda of Mt. Sterling, Seven Grandchildren, sister Donna Craig and husband H.T. Craig of Clay City, two sister In-law’s Marlene Trimble and Freda Davis. She was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Hazel Brown, a brother Jimmy Brown and a sister Brenda Craig. Funeral services were held Friday, May 29, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Brad Epperson officiating. Burial followed in the Brown and Craig Cemetery in Clay City. Pallbearers were Michael Townsend, Gabriel Barnes, Collin Barnes, Paul Willoughby, Jimmy Brown and Michael Walker. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge.

Stephen Catron, 36, son of Billy and Barbara Catron, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2020 at his home. He was born June 28, 1983 in Winchester, Kentucky to Billy Catron and Barbara Jones Catron. Survivors include, parents, Billy and Barbara Catron; grandmothers, Ivory Jones and Wanda Catron; aunts, Bonnie Crabtree and Athea (Stephen) Watkins; uncles, Donnie (Kathy) Catron, Virgil (Charlotte) Catron, and David Catron; and cousin, Kristy Miller. Services were Wednesday, May 27, 1:00pm Davis and Davis Funeral Home by Rev. Brad Epperson. Visitation was Wednesday from 12-1pm at the funeral home.

Linda Hisle, 62 of Clay City wife of Cecil Hisle passed away at her residence Thursday, May 28, 2020. She was born July 30, 1957 in Middletown, Ohio to Calvin and Goldie McIntosh. She was a member of the Log Lick Christian Church and was a LPN at Cardinal Hill. She is survived by her husband Cecil Hisle of Clay City, a son Carl “Wayne” Bowling and wife Betty of Winchester, two daughters Catina Napier and husband Art of Clay City, Heather Stokley and husband Adam of Georgetown, two grandchildren, three great grandchildren, two sisters Brenda Nolan and husband Arthur of Murry and Caty Swartz and husband Bill of Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents Calvin and Goldie McIntosh and a brother David McIntosh. Funeral services were held Sunday, May 31, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kevin Anderson officiating. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge of services.

Isaac Combs, age 53 of Zolfa Springs, Florida, a former resident of Clay City, KY, passed away at home on Wednesday, March 18, 2020. He was born on December 17, 1966 in Harlan, KY to the late Isaac and Mazel Young Combs. He received great joy in helping others and hunting the streams for Kentucky Agate stones. He was dearly loved and will be missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Virgie Cundiff Combs of Clay City, KY. His daughters Jessica (Adam) Schrock, and Erica (Aaron) Schrock of Indiana. His sisters, Katherine (Richard) Gadson and Judy (Tracy) Balsley of Bremen, IN., Betty (Gary) Martin,Ada Marie Combs and Mildred (David) Watkins of Jeffersonville, KY, Helen (Bryan) Melborn of London, KY, Bernice (Tony)  Zehnder of Georgetown, KY. Grandchildren, Jared Schrock, Brealyn Schrock, Ava Schrock, and Kennedy Schrock of Indiana. A memorial service will be conducted June 6th, 12:00 noon, at the Howard Cemetery in Jackson, KY.

Mary Brooks, 78 of Winchester wife of Edward Brooks passed away Friday, May 29, 2020 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. She was born June 20, 1941 in Hazard to Charlie and Josie Day. She was a housewife. She is survived by her husband Edward Brooks of Winchester, two son’s Bucky Brooks and wife Loraine of Cynthiana, Randell Brooks and wife Beverly of Cynthiana, three daughters Connie Osborne and wife Ozzie of Jeffersonville, Bonnie Couch and husband Wayne of Jeffersonville, Mary Smith and husband Shaun of Winchester, thirteen grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and a sister Ruth Miller of Winchester. She was preceded in death by her parents Charlie and Josie Day, three brothers Bob Day, Junior Day, Don Day, four sisters Della Mae Sidwell, Geneva Ashley, Bessie Pelfrey and Faye Meade. Funeral services were held Monday, June 1, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Paul Day officiating. Burial  followed in the West Bend Cemetery. Pallbearers were Chucky Brooks, Timmy Brooks, Chris Brooks, Randy Brooks, Anthony Osborne, Derrick Smith, Harley Bruin and Jason Crouch. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge of services.

Amon Zane Back, age 84, Army Veteran, of Stanton, KY passed away on May 17, 2020 at Saint Joseph Hospital, Lexington, KY.  Born in Jackson, KY he was the son of the late Leonard and Velma O’Connor Back and a member of First Presbyterian Church Stanton.  Amon Back was a retired trooper with the Kentucky State Police.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his brother, David Back.  He is survived by his wife, Mary Herald Back; four sons:  Wayne (Anna) Back of Stanton, Eddie Dean (Shelia) Back of Paintsville, Donald Back of Stanton and Charles (Regina) Back of Stanton; two brothers, Dr. Doug Back of Lexington and Wayne Williams of North Vernon, IN; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.  Private visitation and funeral service officiated by Dr. Joseph Hasley and Rev. Lucas Waters was conducted on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home.  Burial followed in Donnie G. Randall Memorial Veterans Cemetery with Kevin Back, Jeremy Back, Tyler Back, Hunter Back, Corey Back and Anthony Back serving as pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Jason Friend, 38, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020. He was born February 24, 1982 to the late William Friend and Susan Bellamy Rogers. No services are scheduled at this time.

Betty Sharon Nagel, age 74 of Fairborn, passed away Tuesday May 12, 2020 at the Soin Medical Center. She was born March 11, 1946 in Powell Co., Kentucky, the daughter of the late Dewey and Abbie (Rogers) Briscoe. Sharon was a longtime hairstylist in Fairborn and also had been a realtor for many years with Wright-Patt Realty. She valued the many friendships that she formed through the years, as well as her time that she amusingly referred to as the First Lady of Fairborn while her husband served as Mayor. Sharon was a member of the Trinity United Church of Christ. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a son, Mark Hall; brothers, Dennison, Eldridge, and Donald Briscoe; and stepson, Robert Nagel. Survivors include her husband of 21 years, USAF Lt. Col. (Ret.) Thomas H. Nagel; two children, Dennis (Angela) Hall of Beavercreek, Shellie (Kevin) Doyle of Fairfield; step-son, Stanley (Nancy) Nagel of Dublin; 11 grandchildren, Christopher, Nicholas, Caleb, Abigail, Leah, Isaiah, Brandon, Jared, Andrew, Megan, Brennden; four great-grandchildren, Harrison James, Hudson Thomas, Brystal, Nova; two brothers, Lowell (Carlena) Briscoe, Shirley Briscoe; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other extended family and friends. A gathering of family and friends was held on Friday May 15, 2020 from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. at the Belton-Stroup Funeral Home, 422 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Rd., Fairborn, OH. Additional private services were Saturday, May 16, 2020, Davis & Davis Funeral Home with burial in Stanton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Greater Project, 201 Thorobred Rd., Loveland, OH 45140, to help with caring for vulnerable children at www.greaterproject.org.

Betty Sharon Nagel, age 74 of Fairborn, passed away Tuesday May 12, 2020 at the Soin Medical Center. She was born March 11, 1946 in Powell Co., Kentucky, the daughter of the late Dewey and Abbie (Rogers) Briscoe. Sharon was a longtime hairstylist in Fairborn and also had been a realtor for many years with Wright-Patt Realty. She valued the many friendships that she formed through the years, as well as her time that she amusingly referred to as the First Lady of Fairborn while her husband served as Mayor. Sharon was a member of the Trinity United Church of Christ. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a son, Mark Hall; brothers, Dennison, Eldridge, and Donald Briscoe; and stepson, Robert Nagel. Survivors include her husband of 21 years, USAF Lt. Col. (Ret.) Thomas H. Nagel; two children, Dennis (Angela) Hall of Beavercreek, Shellie (Kevin) Doyle of Fairfield; step-son, Stanley (Nancy) Nagel of Dublin; 11 grandchildren, Christopher, Nicholas, Caleb, Abigail, Leah, Isaiah, Brandon, Jared, Andrew, Megan, Brennden; four great-grandchildren, Harrison James, Hudson Thomas, Brystal, Nova; two brothers, Lowell (Carlena) Briscoe, Shirley Briscoe; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other extended family and friends. A gathering of family and friends was held on Friday May 15, 2020 from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. at the Belton-Stroup Funeral Home, 422 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Rd., Fairborn, OH. Additional private services were Saturday, May 16, 2020, Davis & Davis Funeral Home with burial in Stanton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Greater Project, 201 Thorobred Rd., Loveland, OH 45140, to help with caring for vulnerable children at www.greaterproject.org.

Velda May (Sparks) Potts, 82, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2020 and was reunited with the love of her life, John, who preceded her to heaven seven months ago. John and Velda experienced a lifetime of love and adventure during their 60 years of marriage. They lived and traveled to many places, but always found home with family and friends to be what they valued most. Velda was born on the family farm outside Sandy Hook, Kentucky and later attended Berea College where her adventures with John commenced. Velda and her family required John to win them over which even included his wading the flooded creek to get to her home for his first time visit to meet Velda’s family. Of course, John later learned that there was a walk bridge that would have kept him dry! She still decided that for his efforts, she would keep him both in life and now in heaven.

Velda was the rock for her family and friends. She was proud that she used her skills and education in the workplace for many years at the Huntington Bank in Columbus, where she started as a bank teller and retired as a VP-Benefits. She provided stability and a common-sense approach to those around her; although her sharp wit and humor was well noted and experienced by many. More than anything Velda walked hand in hand with Jesus each day with her faith and her willingness to always put others before herself. She loved the many family reunions at the farm and cherished her time with family and friends above all else. She was an active volunteer especially when it involved serving others. She lived an extraordinary life filled with faith, love, and kindness.

She was preceded in death by her husband John David Potts and by her parents, Kenneth Sparks and Virgie (Slone) Sparks.  Velda is survived by her sister, Melvina Sparks Johnson. Velda cherished her children for following the values she and John instilled in them. She is survived by her children Tawnya Darlington (Rick Stover) of Dayton, Ohio; Deidre Kuck (Todd) and Judd Potts (Erin), all of Worthington, Ohio; and her grandchildren, Chelsea Darlington Umphrey (Andrew), David Darlington (Cristen), Gracyn Potts, Tyler Kuck, Delaney Kuck and Slone Potts. Velda and John also were blessed with three great grandchildren, Davin, Sienna, and Elet Darlington. Velda is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

The family will held a private viewing at Shaw Davis Funeral Home on May 15, 2020 with a memorial service to be held at a later date. The family wishes to thank the loving care that Velda received from the Ohio Living Westminster Thurber Community, Comfort Keepers and the Bethel IUMC community.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Potts Memorial Fund at the Bethel International United Methodist Church, 1220 Bethel Road, Columbus, Ohio, 43220 (www.mybethel.org).

Margaret Ann Sexton Leadingham, 63, wife of James Leadingham, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2020 Sycamore Medical Center, Miamisburg, Ohio. She was born May 31, 1956 in Powell County, Kentucky to the late Zane Smith and Mattie Sexton Reeves. Survivors include, husband, James Leadingham; brothers, John Hall and Clifford (Tina) Sexton; sisters, Barb Prater, Sheila Barnett, and April Justice; grandchildren, Shawna Newberry; great-grandchildren, Kayden and Luna; special nephews, Jesse Sexton, Jerry Fugate Jr., and Joshua Martin Hampton; special nieces, Jenny Lyons, Nicola Jordan, and Brooklyn Justice. Private services were Saturday, May 16, 2020 Faulkner Cemetery, Stanton with Jesse Sexton, Jerry Fugate Jr., Johnny Covington, Dale Jordan, Cory Heitzman, and Jeff Stone serving as pallbearers.

Magalene Brewer Campbell, age 65, of Clay City, KY passed away May 14, 2020.  Born in Perry County, KY she was the daughter of the late Robert and Nora Edwards Campbell.  She was a former factory employee of D.S.M. and a loving mother, grandmother, sister and daughter.  In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by four brothers, James Campbell, Mervin Campbell, Woodrow Campbell and Freddy Campbell and by one sister, Irene Eber.  Magalene is survived by one son, John David (Sabrina) Campbell of Taylorsville; one daughter, Crystal Gayle Brewer of Clay City; four brothers, Herbert (Brenda) Campbell of Lexington, Mitchell (Dorothy) Campbell of Lexington, Faron Campbell of Clay City and Denver Ray Campbell of Florida; two sisters, Kathleen (Alfred) Jones of Clay City and Stella (Tommy) Brewer of Ravenna and six grandchildren:  Lexie Brewer, Erin Campbell, Whitney Brewer, Allie Campbell, Caleb Brewer and Eli Brewer.  Visitation will begin at 6:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home, Inc. in Stanton.  Funeral service officiated by Bro. Kenny Wasson will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, May 21, 2020 at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Stonegate Cemetery, Stanton.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Noomie Sue Harper passed away May 13, 2020. She was born September 22, 1947 in Irvine to Paul and Marie Centers. She was retired from A O Smith. She is survived by her husband Roy Harper of Clay City a son Aaron Harper of Clay City, daughter Paula Harper of Clay City, three grandchildren Ashley Justice, Kasey Creech and Ayden Harper. Funeral services were held Monday, May 18, 2020 with Bro. George Sparks officiating. Burial was in the Rest Haven Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge.

Barbara Rogers 68 of Irvine went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 16, 2020. She was born July 13, 1951 in Powell County to James and Gertrude Mullins. She was a member of the Church of GOD and was a housewife. She is survived by her husband of 49 years Danny Rogers of Irvine, two sons James Rogers of Irvine, Mark Rogers and wife Christie of Richmond, three grandchildren Morgan Rogers of Irvine, Drew Cremeens of Richmond, Hayden Cremeens of Australia, four brothers John Mullins of Texas, Delbert Mullins and wife Bonnie of Stanton, Elmer Dale Mullins and wife Sylvia of Irvine, Garner Mullins of Stanton, three sisters Hellen Pittman of Florida, Arlene Bellamy and husband Kelly of Stanton and Beverly Rose and husband Ken of Irvine. She was preceded in death by her parents James and Gertrude Mullins, two brothers Kendall Mullins, Arnold Mullins, three sisters Anna Lee Blakey, Julie Centers and an infant Velda May Mullins. Funeral services were held Monday, May 18, 2020 with Bro. Francis Plaisance officiating. Burial was in the Cobb Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were Robert Thacker, Bobby Rogers, Jason Chaney, Darren Mullins, Brock Mullins and Ronnie Baker. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge of services.

Jesse “Tommy” Foster, age 81, husband of Janice Crabtree Foster, North Fork Road, Stanton, KY passed away on April 22, 2020.  Born at Furnace, KY he was the son of the late Jesse Foster, Sr. and the late Carrie Johnson Foster and he served as an Army Security Agency Courier in the United States Army.  Tommy was retired from Armco Steel where he worked in the chemistry lab.  He was a member of Bowen First Church of God that enjoyed fishing, hunting and his passion, gardening and cooking .  He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Edward Clay Foster and Larry Gale Foster and two sisters, Alfreda McDowell and Bonnie Smith.  Tommy is survived by his wife, Janice Foster; one son, Darren (Leisa) Foster of Nicholasville; two daughters, Susan Henry of Stanton and Tina (Robert) Judy of Fairfield Township, OH; one sister, Betty Faye (Robert) Daniels of Franklin, OH; five grandchildren:  Tiffany Ann Koopman, Karie Foster, Miranda Minor, Jessica Minor and Matthew Minor; step grandchild Destiny Riley and two great grandchildren, James Koopman and Emma Parsley.  Drive-in funeral services officiated by Bro. Bill Carpenter was held at 1:00 P.M. Monday, April 27, 2020 in Bowen First Church of God parking lot Burial was in Stonegate Cemetery with Bobby Patrick, Reece Foster, Billy Edwin Crabtree, Timmy Foster, Matthew Minor, Barry Crabtree and Dana Parsley serving as active pallbearers. Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.      

Amon Back, age 84, passed away on Sunday, May, 17, 2020 at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Scott Edward Ginter 56 of Clay City passed away Sunday May 3, 2020 at his residence. He was born April 5, 1964 in Lexington to Edward “Bug” Ginter and Shirley Ginter. He is survived by his mother Shirley Ginter of Clay City, a son Gregory Ginter of Clay City and a Brother Steve Ginter of Clay City. He was preceded in death by his father Bug Ginter. Graveside services were held Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at the Kennon Cemetery in Clay City with Bro. Johnny Hurt officiating. Pallbearers were Drew Ginter, Xan Ginter, Noah Ginter, Ovie Holland, Lisa Adkins and Chris Bowles. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge of services.