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Cheryl “Kathy” Wilson, 53, of Irvine passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at the University Of Kentucky Medical Center. She was born in Irvine May 2, 1967 to James and Myrtle Neal. She was a homemaker and a member of the Holiness Church. She is survived by her mother Myrtle Neal, a son Bryce Tyler Neal (Nicole), two grandchildren, a sister Cynthia McDowell, two special nephews Thomas McDowell, Joshua McDowell and a special niece Katelynn Puckett. She was preceded in death by her father James Neal, a son James Michael Neal and a brother James Russell Neal. Funeral services were held 12 PM Friday, December 11, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine. Friends visted Friday from 10 AM till time of the service. Burial was in the Hardy Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine is in charge of services.

Melissa Ruiz, 42, of Winchester passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020. She was born December 9, 1978 in Maysville to Linville Nester and Marie Barnett. She was a former employee of Clay City Food Mart. She is survived by her mother Marie Dennis and Step Father Larry Dennis, two sons Jose Ruiz of Stanton, Sean Ruiz of Stanton, two daughters Kayla Ruiz of Stanton, Diana Ruiz of Stanton, a brother Linville Nester JR of Winchester, two sisters Jennifer Perez of Stanton and Gloria Means of Stanton. She was preceded in death by her father Linville Nester. Private graveside services were held Wednesday, December 10, 2020 at the Rose Cemetery in Stanton. Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City was in charge of services.

Helen Rogers VanPoortfliet, 76, passed away Friday, December 11, 2020 at Stanton Nursing Center. She was born June 17, 1944 in Clay City, Kentucky to the late Hezzie and Ila Rogers. Survivors include, brothers, John Rogers, Clay City, Ronald Rogers, Irvine, and Ted Rogers, Stanton; sisters, Judy Goodwin, Williamstown, Nancy Rogers, Stanton, Shirley (Jim) Gordon, Lexington, and Vickie Rogers, Clay City, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Eva Curtis, Marcia Gerstenfield, Betty Jo Carrier, and Gathel Rogers; brothers, Fred Hensley and Otis Rogers; and son, Jimmy VanPoortfliet. Services were Monday, December 14, Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Stephen Donithan. Visitation was Monday at the funeral home. Burial in Rogers Chapel Cemetery with H.K. Goodwin, Eric Rogers, Dustin Goodwin, Lynn West, O.J. Rogers, Kevin Rogers, Tony Goodwin, and James Gordon.

Joyce Sewell, 73, of Corbin formerly of Irvine passed away at her residence with her family by her side. She was born in Hamilton Ohio July 29, 1947 to Paul and Betty Kuykendoll. She was a member of the Sand Hill Christian Church and work in the Coal Mines and for Leggett and Platt. She is survived by two sons Bobby Sewell Jr, Zachary Sewell, two daughters Cheryl Marshall and husband Joseph, Lisa Neal, ten grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and three sisters Charlotte Waldridge, Janet Powell and Bonnie Sallee. She was preceded in death by her parent Paul and Betty Kuykendoll, her husband Bobby Sewell SR, a grandson Timothy Sewell, two brothers Doug Chaney and Paul Kenny Kuykendoll. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 12, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine. Burial followed in the Richardson Cemetery in Irvine. Pallbearers were Bobby Sewell JR, Joshua Sewell, Zachary Sewell, Tyler Neal, Joseph Marshall and Hunter Townsend. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine was in charge of services.

James “Jimmy” Filmore Shearer, 53, passed away Friday, December 11, 2020 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington. He was born March 15, 1967 to the late Raymond Shearer and Wanda Howell Shearer Campbell. Jimmy was the owner of Shearers Construction Company. Survivors include, mother, Wanda (Jim) Campbell; daughter, Felicia Shearer; son, Aaron Crites; brother, Ray G. Shearer and David (Kortney) Shearer; sister, Shannon (Chester) Moore; grandchildren, Autumn Flinchum and Mason Fenner; many nieces and nephews. Services were Tuesday, December 15, Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Ben Liston. Visitation was Monday at the funeral home. Burial in Shearer Cemetery, Clay City with Tyler Shearer, Chester Moore, Doug Watson, Logan Faulkner, David Stringer, and Jeff Barnett serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Donald Johnson, Bill Goodwin, Toby Moore, Alonza Shearer, Ken Howell, Billy Brooks, and Anthony Howard.

Harry Keith Daniel, 63, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020 at Saint Joseph Hospital, Lexington. He was born September 28, 1957 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Harold Donald Daniel and Betty Shouse Daniel. Survivors include, mother, Betty Shouse Daniel, Clay City; nephew, Brian Greer Haun; and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by father, Harry Donald Daniel and sister, Sharen Ann Daniel. Services were Tuesday, December 15, Clay City United Methodist Church by Rev Kim Rose. Visitation was Tuesday morning at the church. Burial in Clay City Eaton Cemetery.

Karen Sue Campbell, 65, wife of Ronald “Doc” Townsend, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Saint Joseph Hospital, Lexington. She was born June 8, 1955 in Winchester, Kentucky to the late Lewis Campbell and Kathleen Angel Campbell. Survivors include, mother, Kathleen Campbell; husband, Ronald “Doc” Townsend, Stanton; daughter, Melinda (Waltes) Lee, Clay City; step-daughter, Stacy Lynn Hall; step-son, William Ronald Townsend Jr; brother, Lewis Campbell Jr., Clay City; sisters, Linda (Carlie) Bellamy, Mt. Sterling; Judy (Ralph) Gaylord, Clay City, Vicky Campbell, Clay City, and Teresa (Yonhawn) Marcum, Clay City; 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father and son, William “Larry” Bellamy. Services were  Thursday, December 10, 2020 by Bro. Waltes Lee. Visitation Thursday at the funeral home. Burial in West Bend Cemetery Justin Lee, Tyler Bellamy, Yohawn Marcum, Ralph Gaylord, Eric Campbell, and Chase Fallen serving as pallbearers.

Edith Marie Hall, 81, passed away Sunday, December 6, 2020 at her home. She was born July 22, 1939 in Stanton to the late Renee Clay “Andy” and Virginia “Jenny” Marie Hall. Survivors include, sister, Wilma Jean Smith; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, William Earl “Bud” Hall, Woodford Clay “Doc” Hall, and Dewey “Bogie” Campbell, sisters, Myrtle Yeary, Roseann Briscoe, and Alpha Hall. Services Wednesday, 9, 2020 Davis & Davis Funeral Home, Stanton. Visitation was Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial was in Helton Cemetery with Timothy Martin, Richard Smith, Danny Yeary, Jeffery Hall, Steven Sparks, and Elwood Briscoe serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Timothy Aaron Martin, Darrell Briscoe, and Andrew Smith.

Inside the Stanton City Council meeting

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By: Madison Fugate

 

This month’s regular Stanton City Council meeting was kept fairly brief compared to most as the council joined together via technology on their streamed Zoom meeting. However, there were a few matters of business that needed the council’s attention. For one city council member, this would be his last meeting to attend as a council member, that member being Paul Mallory. The council appointed Mallory to continue serving the city as a member of the planning and zoning board for the city of Stanton. The vote was unanimous to appoint Mallory for this membership, with Mallory sustaining his vote.

As many citizens are already aware, there are three individual tourism entities within the county. The city of Stanton is responsible for delegating certain crucial matters for the Stanton Tourism and Convention Commission. Earlier this year, they selected Natalie Faulkner as the tourism director for said entity. At this meeting for the month of December, three members terms were nearing expiration, those members being Kim Tharpe, Annie Reed Kinser, and LeAndre Knox.            According to the description of Mayor Allen, the term for these roles is set at 3 years.  Each of these three individuals were reappointed for an additional term on the Stanton Tourism and Convention Commission by votes of the council and as per the discretion of the Mayor in presenting them in the first place.

On December 8th, the city of Stanton park surveillance was able to record the illegal actions of a vehicle causing destruction in the parking lot while cutting donuts. An announcement and plea for help from citizens was posted to social media. The plea from city officials consisted of the following, “ATTENTION! WE NEED YOUR HELP! We’ve been hard at work reconstructing the baseball field for the Spring season. Unfortunately, someone decided to cut donuts in the gravel parking lot by the field; slinging gravel all over the newly cleaned out field and wasting our time and money in the process. Please help us locate the driver of this vehicle.”City council member, Tommy Mays, who serves the parks and recreation for Stanton as well, informed the council that local law enforcement had received a tip as to who was causing destruction. The tip made to city of Stanton officer, Ian Morton, informed officials that the destruction was indeed caused by the actions of a juvenile. Also according to Tommy, this juvenile would be responsible for community service as a result of the actions he/she committed.

The last urgent need for the council was in regards to a potential tax increase in the coming year of 2021. Allen believes a tax increase of 1% on water and sewer is completely necessary and urges city council members to consider the increase. The city of Stanton attorney was present and advised the council that the increase would need to commence the month of February, 2021. Allen estimated the increase to be an increased average amount of .21 cents additional to the regular owed water and sewer bill for citizens. Finally, city attorney, Scott Graham, informs the city council members they need to be sworn in and announces the action of a newly elected council member, Mark Merriman, being sworn in.

Have your bells ready on Christmas Eve, Powell County

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By: Madison Fugate

As many search for a gleam of hope for brighter days this holiday season, one idea has seemed to weigh heavily on the hearts and spirits of many locals. The idea began circulating through Powell County over the beginning of the holiday season in late November and although simple, it’s given many citizens something to look forward to. In an effort to bring a sense of “magic, hope, and togetherness,” the idea is for everyone to join together from their porches and ring a bell for two minutes in harmony on Christmas Eve at 6:00 p.m. in an effort to help Santa fly his sleigh. The idea quickly started circulating when locals began sharing an image on social media. The post had several eager to share the Christmas spirit and encourage others to join in. In fact, weeks later, the post is still popular and continues to be shared. Some citizens of Powell county have even claimed their commitment to participating in the charming act to ol’ Saint Nick, announcing they have their bells ready. Another hope for the small act is to bring positive memories for the community and children after an unforgettable and difficult year. When you hear the bells this Christmas Eve, perhaps you will be graced with comfort and peace in hope for better times to come. Have your bells ready, Powell County, for a possible new tradition is being introduced in the community.

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Ena Faye Bowen, age 90, went to be with the Lord on December 3, 2020.  She was born to the late Herbert and Celia Palmer on October 1, 1930 in Bowen, Kentucky.  Ena was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother.  She was a member of Tytus Ave Church of God and enjoyed singing in the church quartet.  Ena was an avid Vince Gill Fan.  She attended numerous Vince Gill concerts and was his #1 fan.  If you knew Ena, she loved to cook and always kept her family and friends well fed.  She is survived by her children Darryl Newt (Lisa) Bowen, Jim (Rhonda) Bowen, Mark (Darlene) Bowen, Cynthia Bush, and Beth (Rick) Lanham; daughter-in-law, Mary Bowen; 19 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 60 years, Newt Bowen; parents; son, Bruce Bowen; son-in-law, Danny Bush and granddaughter, Zyanya Bush.  A visitation will be held at Baker-Stevens-Parramore Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 from 10am-12pm with a funeral service to follow at 12pm.  Officiating the service will be Chaplin Tom Myers. Burial will take place at Butler County Memorial Park.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made in honor of Ena to Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties.  Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.bakerstevensparramore.com.

Aileen Centers, 86, of West Union, OH, passed away Monday, November 30, 2020. She was born September 14, 1934 in Powell County, KY, daughter of the late Prince and Mina (Tipton) Wilburn.  Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Richard Centers on July 11, 2020; daughter, Marla Jo Centers and sister, Irene Rogers. Aileen is survived by sons, William “Bill” Centers and wife Glenda of May Hill, OH, Danny Centers and wife Robbie of Leesburg, OH; daughters, Rhonda Moore and husband Johnny of West Union, OH, Rhoda Huff and husband Greg of Decatur, OH; sisters, Mary Ann Tipton of Stanton, KY, Violet Martin of Clay City, KY, Ivory Jean Jones of Stanton, KY, LaDonna Thorpe of Whitman, TX; 8 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and special friends Larry and Judy Kiser.  Aileen’s wishes were to be cremated.  The family will have a memorial service at a later date.   The Meeker Funeral Home is serving the family.

Gregory Conner, 45, of Clay City passed away Friday, December 4, 2020. He was born in Irvine December 30, 1974 to Elmer and Shirley Conner. He was an Automotive Technician. He is survived by his mother Shirley Conner Rivas, two daughter Amber Tipton, Hayley Conner, three grandchildren, two sisters Tammy Goodwin and Georgia Ledford and her husband Jeff. He was preceded in death by his father Elmer Conner. Funeral services will be held 11 am Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Steven Caudill officiating. Visitation will be held Monday from 5 till 7 PM. Burial will be in the Salem Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Earnest Woosley 65 of Irvine husband of Debra Woosley passed away at his residence Friday, December 5, 2020. He was born in Richmond November 27, 1955 to I. H. and Katherine Woosley. He was a member of the Ivory Hill Baptist Church he was a Gideon in Estill County and owned Laymor Paving. He is survived by his wife Debra Woosley, two sons Isaac Woosley and wife Alicia, Phillip Rodgers, a daughter Kelly Rawlins and husband David, five grandchildren, two great grandchildren, two sisters Patsy Newton and Karen Woosley. He was preceded in death by his parents I. H. and Katherine Woosley and a brother Michael Woosley. Funeral services were held 12 PM Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine with Bro. Marvin Neal officiating. Burial was in the Pine Crest Cemetery in Irvine. Pallbearers are Noah Campbell, Deric Campbell, Chad Rogers, Colby Rogers, Tom Horn and Chris Hall. Honorary pallbearers are David King, Seth Young, Jason Riddell, friends and neighbors at Palmer. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Mark Allen Elam, husband of Cathy Elam, of Jeffersonville, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2020.  He was a 55 year old born in South Carolina to the union of Arlene Fricke Elam and the late Vernon Elam, an Army veteran and fork lift operator at Save-a-Lot.In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by a daughter, Kristan Elam, three sons, Nicholas Elam, Joshua (Brooklyn) Elam and Matthew (Jessica) Elam, eight grandchildren, Chandler Quarles, Lillian King, Callista King, Cannon Lawson, Caselyn Elam, Harmony Elam, Ryker Elam and Arabella Elam, 1 sister, Dottie (Greg) Pelfrey, and 4 nephews, Trevor Hopkins, Braxton Hopkins, Greg Pelfrey and Devon Pelfrey.  He was preceded in death by a sister, Fredricka Elam.There will be a private memorial service for him at a later date.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Herald & Stewart Home for Funerals.

Statement from the Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Administrator

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By KELLIE SPARKS

As you know, Powell County is “Red” on the state’s COVID map. This means that our county, like most of the state and country, is experiencing a surge in COVID cases. Unfortunately, nursing facilities are not immune to the impact of the pandemic and we have had both staff and residents test positive. For guidance we talk with and follow recommendations from our Medical Director, the Powell County Health Department and the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. We also review and implement the CDC guidelines. Specifically, our clinical staff and the Health Department discuss all aspects of the virus including, but not limited to, when staff can return to work, what residents should room together, when a resident should go to the hospital, and other things. We recently had a routine infection control survey from the state with no deficiencies identified. We continue to strive to provide a safe environment for all of our residents and staff.

In closing, I would like to say that we are thankfully overwhelmed at the support we have received from the community. You continue to support us emotionally as well as with food, supplies, blessings and appreciation for the work that we are doing here and it means more to all of us than you know! We wish all of you and your families a happy and healthy holiday season. Please stay safe and healthy.

(An update from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services as of November 30th, 2020:

1 new resident tested positive; 9 residents have recovered; 54 active resident cases; 6 resident deaths; 69 residents have ever tested positive.

1 new staff tested positive; 2 staff have recovered; 31 active staff cases; no staff deaths; 33 staff have ever tested positive.)

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Nicholas Martin Derham, 33, passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at his home. He was born June 17, 1987 in Honolulu, Hawaii to Donald Howard Derham and Jamie Dawn McQueen. Survivors include, Father, Donald (Debbie) Derham; mother, Jamie McQueen; son, Nicholas Tripp Derham; sisters, Shannon Elizabeth Peters and Allie Dawn Calhoun; half-brother, Chip Sweet; step-brothers, Blake Means, Chris Taylor, and Derrek Taylor; grandmothers, Faye Elkins, Joyce Derham, and Betty Burchett; ex-wife, Taylor Southwood.

Chester Scenters, 89,  of Irvine passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020. He was born in Estill County April 16, 1931 to Willie and Eva Scenters. He was retired from Central Bank and was a member of the Body of Christ Ministry. He is survived by one son Dallas Scenters and wife Jenny, four daughters Lisa Powell, Cletta Lucas, Jaymie JO Asa Barreto and husband Rick, Ivie Evans and husband Randall, ten grandchildren, two sisters Opal Riddell and Gracie Estes. He was preceded in death by his parents Willie and Eva Scenters, his wife Margaret Scenters, a son Edward Scenters, grandson Jonathan Barreto, three brothers Floyd Scenters, Wesley Scenters, Clyde Scenters, sisters Emily Stone, Mamie Gordon, Bertha Riddell, Naomi Walling and Gladys Still. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 28, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine with Bro. Bill Wesley officiated. Visitation was Friday from 5 PM till 7 PM. Burial was in the Garrett Cemetery in Irvine. Pallbearers will be Lawrence Gullette, Chris Gullette, Terry Gullette, Jerry Gullette, Taylor Hampton and Jacob Stevens. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine is in charge of services.

Robert Stokley, 64, passed away Saturday, November 28, 2020 at Stanton Nursing Center, Stanton. He was born October 20, 1956 in Mount Sterling, Kentucky to the late Earl Martin and Florene Lewis Stokley. Survivors include, sons, Keegan Stokley and Niko Stokley; sisters, Mary Lou (Wayne) Parks and Hilda Briscoe; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, twin brother, Marty Stokley, and sister, Ida Grace Hall. Graveside services Thursday, December 3, Stokley Cemetery.

Laverne Tharpe, age 89, widow of Eugene Tharpe of Stanton, Kentucky passed away on November 27, 2020 at Baptist Health Lexington.  Born in Irvine, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Jessie Mountz McKinney and the late Eunice Wells McKinney.  She was former head cook at Powell County Middle School and attended Vaughns Mill First Church of God and Hatton Creek Community Church.  In addition to her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by her daughter, MaDonna Rose Tharpe Bowen; three brothers, David Anderson McKinney, Ferrell Ray McKinney and Kendall McKinney and six sisters:  Mildred Estes, Thelma Bishop, Jeannette Charles, Wilma Bishop, Irene Olinger and Beulah Ann McKinney.  Laverne is survived by her daughter, Brenda (Bill) Smith; her grandson, Steven L Bowen, II and his wife Stephanie; her great grandchild, Kedir Bowen and four sisters:  Eldoria “Dody” Johnson, Kathlene (Jearl) Rogers, Janet Flippo and Berniece Wills.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. John Combs will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.  Visitation begins at 5:00 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Tharpe Cemetery with Steven Bowen, II, Steven Bowen, Kedir Bowen, Bradley Thorpe, J. L. Bowen and Bradley Derickson serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are David Thorpe, Dan Thorpe, Elish Bishop, Cash Bishop, Tom Tharp, Ronnie Tharp and Larry Taulbee. Hearne Funeral Home, Inc. in charge of arrangements.

Joel Clay Watkins, 43, of Salyersville passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020 from injuries received in an ATV accident. He was born September 11, 1977 in Floyd County to Jackie and Kim Watkins. He was a landscaper and was a member of the Tri County Anglers Club. He is survived by his father Jackie Watkins, his mother Kim Hampton, his wife Kim Bain Watkins, one daughter Alyssa Watkins, four sisters Jaci Watkins, Cari Watkins, Terri Cayson, Janelle Watkins, and two special friends Michael Lykins and Robert Conley. A private family service was held Wednesday, November 25, 2020 with Bro. Steve Patrick officiating. Burial was in the Cleve Bailey Cemetery in Salyersville. Pallbearers will be Randy Bain, Michael Lykins, Donavon Watson, Robert Conley, Russell Miller, Josh Watkins, Whitey Arnett and Kevin Hopson. In Lieu of flowers family ask that donations be made to the Grayson Funeral Home 201 7th Ave Clay City, KY 40312 to help with funeral expenses. Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City is in charge of services.

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 Thursday, November 19, 11:00AM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Tim Rhodes. Visitation 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.

Teresa Sparks, 59, of Irvine wife of David Sparks passed away Friday, November 27, 2020. She was born May 12, 1961 in Hazard to Custer and Glenda Walker. She was a housewife. She is survived by her husband David Sparks of Irvine, a daughter Anna Combs of Berea, two grandchildren Brady and Bryson Peters, one brother Clayton Walker and a sister Tammi Fields. She was preceded in death by her parents Custer and Glenda Walker and two sister’s Deborah and Cleo Walker. Funeral services will be held 12 PM Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine. Friends may visit Wednesday from 10 AM till time of the service. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine is in charge of services.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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