Laura Denise Strange, age 45, passed away on April 17, 2020 at her residence on Frames Branch Road, Clay City, KY.  Born in Mt. Sterling, KY she was the daughter of Jerry and Gathala Goodwin Strange, Clay City, KY.  She was a 1992 graduate of Powell County High School.  Laura was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Wayne and Betty Goodwin and sister-in-law, Gloria Mendoza.  In addition to her parents she is also survived by her former husband and best friend, James Junior Strange and by her life partner and best friend, Valari Cochran; one son, James Ethan (Tiffany Chavanne) Strange; one daughter, Harley Denise Strange; one grandchild, Xzavier Patton; brother Nicholas (Joan) Conner; half brother Brandon Conner; special niece and nephew, Debra Nicole and Dylan Andrew Conner; nieces and nephews:  Regina, James, Destiny, Karah, Brianna, Israel, Dionte, Steven and Kansas and several aunts and uncles.  Private graveside services will be conducted in the Wayne and Betty Goodwin Cemetery.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.   

Rodney Waco McKinney 84 of Clay City passed away Friday, April 17, 2020 at the Fountain Circle Nursing and Rehabilitation in Winchester. He was born May 24, 1935 in Morgan County to Ralph and Mary McKinney. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, retired from Rockwell and was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Clay City. He is survived by three sons Rodney McKinney and his wife Shelia of Jeffersonville, Roger McKinney of Camargo, Anthony McKinney of Mt. Sterling, a daughter Kathy Lee and her husband Bret of Mt. Sterling, ten grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, a brother Coy McKinney of Ohio and a sister Gabrielle Christine of Pennsylvania. He was preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Mary McKinney, a brother Phillip McKinney and a sister Nadine Stethem. Private graveside services were   Monday, April 20, 2020 at the Rest Haven Cemetery with Bro. Johnny Hurt officiating. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge of services.

Marvin “Joe” Vinson Sparks, 48, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2020. He was born June 15, 1971 in Winchester, Kentucky to the late Marvin Vinson Wasson and Hilda Sparks Wilson. Survivors include, sons, Joshua (Angela) Sparks, Richmond and Nathaniel Sparks, McKee; daughter, Brianna (Derek) Collins, Richmond; grandchild, Riley Jay Collins; mother, Hilda Wilson, Winchester; brothers, Shawn Hudgel, Pebbles, OH, Ronnie Dale “Dinkey” Williams Jr., Winchester, and James Wesley Williams, Winchester; sisters, Marlene Wasson, Zaundra Swanson, Nancy Wasson, Martha (Barry) Morton, Annitta Lykins, Shamo (James) Creech; grandmother, Betty Sparks; aunt, Joyce Hamm; life long friend, Tonya Shell Sparks; best friend, David Keith Yeary; several nephews, nieces, cousins, and extended family. He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Wasson and grandmother, Myrtle Yeary. Private Services were Monday, April 13, 2020. In lieu of flowers contributions suggested to the funeral home for his services.

Celia Inaz Estes, age 83, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2020.  Born in Stanton, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Sherman Bellamy, Sr. and Beulah Brandenburg Bellamy and the widow of Elby Lee Estes, Jr.  Celia Estes was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Middletown, Ohio where she taught Sunday School, Baptist Women’s Class and Girls In Action Class.  She also taught at Mount Pleasant Children’s Village in Monroe, Ohio and Building Blocks in Middletown, Ohio.  In addition to her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by two sons, Jerry Lee Estes and David Allen Estes; one daughter, Sandra Estes; three brothers:  Sherman Bellamy Jr., James Bellamy and Alvin Bellamy and three sisters:  Alberta Handy, Arvetta Nolan and Reva Crowe.  Celia Estes is survived by two sons, Larry D. (Lisa) Estes and Timothy (Gwen) Estes; one daughter, Shelia Estes; one brother, Kelly (Arlene) Bellamy; two sisters, Ruby (Hank) Fiola and Shirley Ann (Brinton) Crabtree; seven grandchildren:  Tonya Estes, Rebecca Williams, Jacob Wayne Estes, Richard Lee Estes, Caci Lee Estes, Leah Estes and Melissa Dooley; 13 great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.  Private services will be conducted.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.     

Patty Hall 57 of Clay City passed away Saturday, April 4, 2020 at her residence with her family by her side. She was born August 31, 1962 in Winchester to Thomas A and Reva Powell. She was a housewife. She is survived by her husband David Hall of Clay City, two sons Brandon Powell and his wife Jessica of Jeffersonville, Kaleb Hall of Clay City, two daughters Tasha Rogers and husband Richard of Stanton, Brittany Hall and Derrick Brooks of Clay City, three grandchildren Jeremiah Rogers of Stanton, Bracken Powell of Stanton, Coledon Powell of Jeffersonville, a brother Dennis Powell and wife Linda of Clay City, Robin Powell Moore of Stanton. And sister in-law Linda Coombs Powell. She was preceded in death by her parents Thomas A and Reva Powell, two brothers Thomas Eugene Powell and Jimmy Dale Powell and two sisters Betty Jane Hall and Penny Denise Powell. Private graveside services were held Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the Hall – Strange Cemetery in Clay City with Bro. Johnny Hurt officiating. Pallbearers were David Hall, Derrick Brooks, Richard Rogers, Randy Goodwin, Cecil Dixon and Danny Olinger. Honorary pallbearers were Kaleb Hall, Brandon Powell, Jeremiah Rogers, Bracken Powell and Coledon Powell. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge of services.

Leanndrea Dee Williams 33 of Jeffersonville passed away Monday, April 6, 2020 at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling. She was born September 9, 1986 in Mt. Sterling to Larry and Peggy Williams. She was a Government Employee and a member of the Living Waters Church in Mt. Sterling. She is survived by her parents Larry and Peggy Williams of Clay City, two sisters Heather Chandler and her husband Josh of Jeffersonville and Katelyn Geil and her husband Christopher of Clay City. Graveside services were held Thursday, April 9, 2020 at the West Bend Cemetery in Clay City with Bro. John Duggins officiating. Pallbearers are Josh Chandler, Caleb Chandler, Eric Mays, David Williams, C D Dyer and Christopher Geil. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Jacob Watson 28 of Stanton passed away March 30, 2020 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center from injuries he received in an auto accident. He was born in Winchester May 9, 1991 to Randy and Roberta Watson.  He was an employee of Infiltrator Water Tech in Winchester. He is survived by his father Randy Watson of Stanton, his fiancé Cordelia Hale of Stanton, a son Jacobe Watson of Stanton and a brother Jonathan Watson of Stanton. He was preceded in death by his mother Roberta Watson and infant twin brothers. A private graveside services was held Friday, April 3, 2020 at the Cobb Hill Cemetery in Irvine with Bro. Jimmy Smith officiating. Pallbearers were Jonathan Watson, Samuel Higgins, Dean Estepp, Shawn Woolsey, John Watson, and Cole Goodwin. Honorary pallbearers Charlie Goodwin, Michael Curtis, Chase Johnson, John Watson Jr. and Robert Hale. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge of services.

James Joseph Davis, 59, passed away Monday, March 30, 2020 at his home. He was born September 13, 1960 to the late Victoria Sue Bole Davis and Terry Davis. Survivors include, Father, Terry Davis, Parkersburg, WV, sisters, Kimberly (Ben) Hampton, Parkersburg, WV, Melinda Davis, Parkersburg, WV and Kelly Davis, Salyersville, KY; 8 nieces and nephews, and a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his mother, Victoria Sue Davis and Nephew, Thomas Echard Jr. He was loved by his friends. A special mention to long time John James II, John James, and Mike & Terrie Johnson, to us he was Joe but to many he was Beer Can. To quote a friend, “ he tried to act hard but had the biggest, softest heart.” He loved country living, fishing, and raising his chickens. He will be missed by many. No services are scheduled at this time.

Don Franklin Fig, 83, husband of Susie Givens Fig, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at his home. He was born March 26, 1937 in Big Stone Gap, Virginia to the late Frank and Eva Gilliam Fig. He was a 1957 graduate of Appalachia High School, Appalachia, Virginia and studied at the University of Florida. Don was a United States Forest Service ranger for over 50 years, serving the Gorge and its all of its visitors. He was involved in Rescue Operations, uncountable public appearances, KET Specials and served as the authoritative historian on the region. Don was also the author of Tales of the Red River Gorge, sharing many stories of his encounters in our region. Survivors include, beloved wife of 59 years, Susie Fig, Stanton; brother, Raymond Fig, Gate City, Virginia; several nieces and nephews. Services will be scheduled at a later date.

Christopher Tawney 63 of Beattyville passed away Saturday, March 29, 2020 at his residence. He was born August 24, 1956 to James and Phyllis Tucker. He is survived by his wife Diana Muzyczuk of Beattyville. He was preceded in death by his parents. No services are planned at this time. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge.

Jerry Curtis Weaver, 77, widower of Charlene Wise Birchfield Weaver, passed away Friday, April 3, 2020 at the VA Medical Center, Lexington. He was born August 19, 1942 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Melvin Weaver and the late Alma Payne Johnson. He was a retired factory worker and Vietnam Navy Veteran. Survivors include, step-son, Henry Birchfield; step-daughter, Lisa (Tim) Crawford; brothers, Larry Leon (Judith) Weaver, Ronnie Gene Johnson, and Robert James (Lisa) Johnson; and sister, Brenda Mae (Jeff) Heeter. Private services Monday, April 6, 2020, Davis & Davis Funeral Home, Stanton. Burial in Veterans Cemetery, Stanton.

Betty Lou Blackwell 80 of Clay City passed away Saturday, March 29, 2020 at her residence. She was born October 30, 1939 in Winchester to William and Lillie Fraley. She was retired from the Clark County Board of Education. She is survived by her companion Elmer Powell of Clay City, two sons James Blackwell and wife Connie, Timothy Blackwell and wife Sarah, one daughter Sherrie Fugate and husband Orville, fourteen grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren five brothers Darrell Fraley, Kenny Fraley, Tony Fraley, Virgil Fraley, Tom Fraley and five sisters Linda Snedager, Norma Creech, Carolyn Peak, Catherine Curtis and Connie Cecil. She was preceded in death her parents William Wimor and Lillie Fraley, three brothers Bill Wimor, Jimmy Fraley, Danny Fraley and two sisters Lois West and Lola Melton. Private Graveside services were held April 1, 2020 at the Pops Cemetery in Clay City with Bro. Terry Miller and Bro. Darrell Fraley officiating. Pallbearers were Jamie Blackwell, Josh Blackwell, Andrew Fugate, Micah Curtis, John York and BJ York, Honorary pallbearers were Jayden Brandenburg, Brayden Brandenburg, B J Brandenburg, Amber Helton and Chase Johnson. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge of services.

Roger Dale Centers, age 64, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2020 at Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, KY.  Born in Winchester, KY he was the son of Deloris Chatt Centers Estes and the late Carl Centers.  He was a former machinist with Sylvania Company who loved motorcycling and working on cars.  In addition to his father he was also preceded in death by one brother, Carl Edward Centers.  Roger is survived by his son, Ryan (Kassi) Centers of Danville; two daughters, Shelly (Josh) Weaver of Clay City and Lisa Ann (Phillip) Barragan of Austin, TX; his mother, Deloris Chatt Centers Estes and her husband, Jerry of Pinellas Park, FL;  two brothers, Billy (Sharon) Centers of Stanton and Darrell Centers of Pinellas Park, FL along with four grandchildren, Brantley Weaver, Jase Centers, Phillip Barragan II and River Centers.  A private funeral service will be held on Thursday at Hearne Funeral Home, Inc. with burial in Stonegate Cemetery.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Rebecca Gross, 79, passed away Monday, March 23, 2020 at Fountain Circle, Winchester. She was born June 2, 1940 in Winchester, Kentucky to the late George W. and Emma Conley Bishop. Survivor include, sons, Cecil Croyle, Richard Croyle, and Bobby Croyle; several nieces and nephews. Private services Thursday, March 26. Private burial in Clarmont Memorial Gardens, Winchester. In lieu of flowers contributions suggested to Hospice East, 407 Shoppers Drive, Winchester, KY 40391 or Evergreen Community Supports, 11 South Highland Street, Winchester, KY 40391.

Kenneth V Hall, 90, widower of Verna McCall Hall, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2020 at Rex Hospital, Raleigh, North Carolina. He was born April 19, 1929 in Covington, Kentucky to the late Millard and Mary Reed Hall. Survivors include, daughters, Mary Hamilton, Fuquay-Varina, NC and Debbie Hall, High Point, NC; sons, Patrick Hall, Knightdale, NC, and Eric Hall, Wendell, NC; brothers, Raymond Hall, Lexington, and Owen Hall, Elizabethtown, KY; sisters, Gladys Pelfrey, Milford, OH, and Eunice Kosik, Miami, FL; grandson, Mark Hamilton; and great-grandson, Ayden Hamilton. Private services were Thursday, March 19, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home, Stanton by Rev. Warren Rogers. Private burial  was in Clay City-Eaton Cemetery, Clay City with Mark Hamilton, Mike Curtis, Bobby Sparks, John Hall, Wade Rogers, and Eric Hall serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Raymond Hall, Owen Hall, and Bobby Hamilton.

Bobby G Hall, 85, widower of Shirley Hubbard Hall, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Stanton Nursing Center. He was born February 6, 1935 in Powell County to the late James Sherdan and Eunice Spencer Hall. He was a retired store owner. Survivors include, sons, Chris Hall, Hamilton, OH, Steve (Sharlene) Hall, Cincinnati, OH, and Billy Wolff, Stanton; grandsons, Cody Hall, Hunter Martin, Laura (Robbie) Adams, Shannen (Jeremy) Hoffman, and Megan (Caylan) Evans; great-grandchildren, McKinley Brooke Hall, Harper Adams, Rowan Adams, John Hoffman, Jay Hoffman, Jeremy Hoffman, and Lily Hoffman. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and daughter, Bobbi Jean Hall. Services to be scheduled at a later date.

Madelynn Mae Robertson, newborn infant of Cierra Barnes and Quintin Robertson was still born on March 21, 2020 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Danny Feltner, age 61, of Clay City, KY passed away on Friday, February 28, 2020 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester, KY.  Born in Hazard, KY he was the son of the late Squire and Zanna Hoskins Feltner.  He was a nine year veteran of the United States Navy who served on the U.S.S. Cleveland and he was a forklift operator at Leggett and Platt.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his sister, Glenna Williams.  Danny is survived by his companion, Virginia Jones; son, Jonathan (Jessica) Feltner of Carnesville, GA; three daughters, Danielle (Eric) Barrett of Carnesville, GA, Amanda Feltner of Wake Forest, NC and Arlie Feltner of Clay City; one stepdaughter, Stephanie (Lee) Pointer; two brothers, Oscar Feltner of Michigan and Donnie (Lula) Feltner of Bowling Green; two sisters, Wilma (Phil) Burke of Jeffersonville and Beth (Mitchell) Williams of Banner; four grandchildren, Max McIntyre, Jeremiah McIntyre, Gloria Dunn and Jonathan “Jon Boy” Feltner and four step grandchildren, Analeigh Pointer, Brooklyn Pointer, Samuel Pointer and Micah Pointer.  A private family service was held at 6:00 P.M. Monday, March 2, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home, Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.    

Paul Roundtree, age 81, of North Main Street, Stanton, Kentucky passed away at his home on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Jutanna Lee Parks, age 76, of Clay City, KY passed away at her residence on March 6, 2020.  Born in Irvine, KY she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Carma Profitt Ingram and the widow of Wallace Clark and Chester Parks.  Jutanna was a former nurse at Saint Joseph Hospital.  She is survived by her son, Anthony (Kathy) Clark of Winchester; two daughters, LuAnna (Ronnie) Brown of Nancy and Amy (Arnold) Anderson of Clay City; four stepchildren:  Tim Parks, Tim Ritchie, Larcene Powell and Onesia Boyd; two brothers, Donald Ingram of Lexington and David (Kay) Ingram of Mt. Sterling; three grandchildren, Eric Benningfield, Brittany Clark and Audrey Brooks along with four great grandchildren.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. James Harold Combs were 3:00 P.M. Sunday, March 8, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Sunday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Salem Cemetery with Billy Brooks, Eric Benningfield, Robert Spears, Douglas Spears, Ronnie Brown and Arnold Anderson serving as pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Barbara Myers Curtis, age 80, widow of Ambrose Curtis, passed away Friday, February 28, 2020 in Knoxville, TN.  Born in Winchester, KY she was the daughter of the late Ollie Myers and Maurine Martin Myers and a member of Grace Bible Church. Barbara Curtis was married to Ambrose Curtis for 55 years and operated her own beauty shop in Stanton for many years.  She is survived by her daughter, Ambara (Jamie) Caudill of Stanton;  her son, Douglas Curtis of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren, Amy (David) Estepp, Craig (Jessica) Pasley, Bri (Jason) Allen and a step grandchild, James Andrew Caudill along with six great grandchildren, Dawson Estepp, Kayley Estepp, Brody Pasley, Sadie Pasley, Hunter Allen and Evelyn Allen.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Lee Cruse was held at 1:00 P.M. Monday, March 2, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Burial will be in Stanton Cemetery alongside her husband, Ambrose Curtis with Jamie Caudill, David Estepp, Jason Allen, Dawson Estepp, Craig Pasley and Brody Pasley serving as pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Kayley Estepp, Sadie Pasley, Hunter Allen and Evelyn Allen.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Brenda Sue Edwards 66 passed away Saturday, March 7, 2020 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington. She was born June 21, 1953 in Mt. Sterling to Orville and Velma Anderson. She was a homemaker. She is survived by four sons Jerry Conkright of Clay City, Clifford Conkright of Clay City, Steven Conkright and wife Charity of Stanton, Jacob Pennington and wife Jade of Clay City, two daughters Lynnie Barnett of Clay City, Shaylynn King of Clay City, thirty three grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, two brothers Marcus Anderson and wife Nora of Jeffersonville, Sidney Anderson and wife Linda of Winchester, four sisters Elizabeth Hunt and husband Glen of Winchester, Tammy Smith of Clay City, Janice Green and husband Norman of Ezel , Kathy Dunn and husband Anthony of Clay City. She was preceded in death by her parents Orville and Velma Anderson, two brothers Ronnie Anderson, Danny Anderson and a sister Sheila Green. Funeral services were held 12 PM Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kelly Blankenship officiating. Burial was in the West Cemetery in Jeffersonville. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services. Brenda Sue Edwards 66 passed away Saturday, March 7, 2020 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington. She was born June 21, 1953 in Mt. Sterling to Orville and Velma Anderson. She was a homemaker. She is survived by four sons Jerry Conkright of Clay City, Clifford Conkright of Clay City, Steven Conkright and wife Charity of Stanton, Jacob Pennington and wife Jade of Clay City, two daughters Lynnie Barnett of Clay City, Shaylynn King of Clay City, thirty three grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, two brothers Marcus Anderson and wife Nora of Jeffersonville, Sidney Anderson and wife Linda of Winchester, four sisters Elizabeth Hunt and husband Glen of Winchester, Tammy Smith of Clay City, Janice Green and husband Norman of Ezel , Kathy Dunn and husband Anthony of Clay City. She was preceded in death by her parents Orville and Velma Anderson, two brothers Ronnie Anderson, Danny Anderson and a sister Sheila Green. Funeral services will be held 12 PM Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kelly Blankenship officiating. Friends may visit Tuesday from 10 am till time of the service. Burial will be in the West Cemetery in Jeffersonville. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Graceleigh Brielle Lowry, 5 month old daughter of Natacha Lowry and Dylan Sexton, passed away Monday, February 24, 2020. She was born August 26, 2019 in Lexington, Kentucky. Survivors include, mother, Natacha Lowry; father, Dylan Sexton; siblings, Tiara, John David, Bentley, Aldon, Willow, and Piper; grandparents, Sheila and Wesley Sexton; great-grandmother, Darnell and the late William Mize, Jr.; aunts, Tisheena Browning and Christina Razinha; uncle, Harry Lowry; great-aunt, Sylvia Larrison; cousins, Mason Browning, Caylee Ballard, Harry Lowry, Jason Williams, and Keith Williams. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Harry and Penny Lowry. Services were Thursday, February 27, 2020, 1:00PM by Rev. Warren Rogers, Davis & Davis Funeral Home, Stanton. Burial was in Vaughns Mill Cemetery with Mason Browning and Harry Lowry.

Betty Louise Boone, 71, passed away, Sunday, March 1, 2020. She was born January 28, 1949 to the late Clyde and Nettie Hale McFarland. She was a retired waitress serving Powell County for most of her life. Survivors include, daughters, Shelly (Brian Epperson) McClure and Jackie (Stephen) Everman; grandchildren, Josh Stringer, Taylor Everman, and Lauren Everman. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Arthur “Peach” Boone, and brother, Carl McFarland. Services Wednesday, March 4, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home, Stanton by Rev. Dale Payne. Burial in Stanton Cemetery, Stephen Everman, Brian Epperson, Josh Stringer, Chris McFarland, Doyle McFarland, and Bobby McFarland. Honorary pallbearers serving, Richard Fain, CB Martin, Betty & Jeff Everman, Jesse Miles, Sue & Nubbin Rogers, Snokie White, Denisa Robinson, and employees of Stanton Nursing Center. In lieu of flowers contributions suggested to the funeral home for her services.

Linda Dalton, 69, wife of Dallas Dalton, passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at St. Joseph Hospital, Lexington. She was born May 2, 1950 in Campton, KY to Kendall & Rausie Stamper. In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by her son Charles Douglas (Belvie) Dalton, granddaughter Mackenzie Dalton, and brother Kenny Stamper. Services Sunday, February 23, 2020, 2:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Brad Epperson. Burial was in Stonegate Cemetery, with Jamie Elkins, Harry Marsh Timmy Marsh, Gail Means, Reece Foster, and Brandon Hughes serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers include Donnie & Darlene Richardson, Bonnie Ledford, Tammy Whitehead, Christine Randall, Becky Abner, Dallas Watkins, Samantha Watkins, & Wolfe County Nursing Home Staff.

Annie Gail Purvis 1 day old infant passed away Tuesday February 18, 2020 at the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. She is survived by her parents Christy Garrett and Brian Purvis, of Owingsville, four brothers Raylan Garrett of Owingsville, Zachary Marrs of Georgetown, Brian Taylor Purvis of Owingsville, Joseph Scott Purvis, Maternal Grandparents Jamie and Kathy Garrett of Mt. Sterling, Bobby and Lisa Martin of Mt. Sterling. She was preceded in death by her Paternal Grandparents Charles Purvis and Judy Blades. A memorial services will be held 12 PM Saturday, February 29, 2020 at the Grace Gospel Church in Sharpsburg with Bro. Chris Mann officiating. Friends may visit Saturday from 10:30 am till time of the service. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

David Michael Howells, 67, husband of Kathy Willoughby Howells, passed away Friday, February 21, 2020 at his home. He was born December 4, 1952 in Detroit, Michigan to the late John David Howells and Anne Connelly Howells. He was a US Army Veteran and a retired employee of the Detroit Veterans Administration. Survivors include: wife, Kathy Howells; mother, Ann Howells; son, Anthony Rogers; daughter, Tonya Rudd; brother, James Howells, Michigan; sisters, Janet Howells-Tierney (Larry), Virginia and Salley Howells-Velez (Mark), Florida; grandchildren, Austin Smith, Ashley Huckabone, Danielle Woosley, & Kaleb Rogers; and great-grandchildren, Alton Banks and Zane Woosley. Services were Monday, February 24, 1:00PM, Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Father Frank Broner. Burial was in Veterans Cemetery with military honors with Cody Benningfield, Branson Shumate, Perry Taulbee, Korie Hall, Sam Rogers, and Sam Rogers Jr.

Mary Saylor, 87, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2020 at her home. She was born September 19, 1932 in Covington, Kentucky to the late Robert Skeen and the late Mary Belle Ritchie Masters. Survivors include, daughter, Brenda Bryant, Stanton; Orville Ping II and Gregory C. Ping both of Louisville. Services were Sunday, February 16, 3:00PM at New Beginning Church of God 1091 Irvine Road, Route 82, Clay City.

Vickie Lynn Wilson, 66, wife of Paul Wilson, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2020 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. She was born November 7, 1953 in Stanton, Kentucky to the late Glyn and Hattie Burris Bennett. Survivors include, husband, Paul Wilson; son, Zettle Adams; daughter, Rhonda Lynn Jett; sister, Sharon Hall, Reva Cole, Patricia Hall, and Glenda Snowden; grandchildren, Kayla Leanne Oram and Christian Adams; great-grandchildren, Jon Adams. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Denny Bennett, M.E. Bennett, and sister, Sue King. Services were Saturday, February 15, 2020, 10:00am by Rev. Willard Estep. Burial was in Winchester Cemetery with Christian Adams, Timmy Elkins, Mark Elkins, Bill Riley, Danny Hall, and Donnie Jett serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Jim Hall and Vaughn Wilson.

Bob Day, 87, widower of Joyce Day, passed away Friday, February 14, 2020 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington. He was born December 6, 1932 in Perry County to the late Charlie and Jossie Pough Day. Survivors include, son, Eugene Day; daughters, Anne Dominguez-Robles, Linda Cook, Debbie Terrell, and Audrey Fambrough; and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Joyce Day; and daughters, Roberta Edwards and Sarah Day. Services were Tuesday February 18, 12:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home, Stanton. Burial was in the Day/McDaniel Cemetery, Hazard, Kentucky with Rich Terrell, David Terrell, Tony Dominguez-Robles, Gary Cook, Adam Fambrough, and Eugene Day serving as pallbearers.

Lynda Lou Ballard 69 of Stanton passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at the Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester after a short Battle with cancer. She was born November 6, 1950 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Nova and Della Curtis. She was formerly employed at Nestle and was a member of the Church of Deliverance in Clay City. She is survived by a son Jimmy Dale Sparks of Clay City, three daughters Jeannie Brewer and husband Tim Cavanaugh of Danville, Della Satterley and husband David of Shelbyville, Charlotte Smith of Clay City, sixteen grandchildren, twenty seven great-grandchildren, one brother Nova Curtis JR and his wife Crystal and five sisters Phyllis Curtis and Larry Parido of Clay City, Brenda Tipton of Winchester, Marcella Banks of Clay City, Carol Spangler and husband Bo of Clay City and Joyce Parido and husband Ray of Clay City. She was preceded in death by her parents Nova SR and Della Curtis, stepmother Maude Curtis, her husband Bill Ballard, a daughter Anna Bell (Peanut) Sparks, two sister’s Margaret Stamper, Rosella Mullins and a brother Stevenson Wayne Curtis. Funeral services were held 2 PM Saturday, February 15, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Sammy Patrick officiating. Burial was in the Salem Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

James Traver Kirk, age 40, husband of Brandy Haddix Kirk of Stanton, KY passed away on February 11, 2020 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester, KY.  James was born in Panama City, FL on September 13, 1979 and graduated from Powell County High School in 1997.  He was a Detective with the City of Stanton Police Department and the owner of Lawn En4cement Lawn Care Business.  James Kirk was a former Chief of Police with the Clay City Police Department and was decorated with the Life Saving Award issued by the Montgomery County Sheriff Department.  He was posthumously honored with the Meritorious Service Award issued by the Stanton City Police Department.  James is survived by his wife, Brandy Haddix Kirk; his mother, Elaine Whitehurst Kirk; his mother and father in law, Roy and Rebecca Haddix; four daughters:  Morgan (Ian Adams) Campbell, Madalyn Kirk, McKinney Kirk and Marti Kirk; one sister, Leslie Kirk; sisters in law, Mandy Delacey, Jessica Haddix and Megan Pelfrey and one grandchild, Levi Adams.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Garland Lacy and Arthur Randy Lacy were held at noon Saturday, February 15, 2020 in Emmanuel Baptist Church.   Burial was in Sissy’s Garden Cemetery, West Bend, KY with Arthur Randy Lacy, Donavon Crabtree, Ian Morton, James Watson, Chase Friel, Michael Whitehurst, Billy Rice, Mike Townsend, Jake Rogers and Grant Faulkner serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Ian Adams, Roy Haddix, O. J. Rogers, Justin Spencer, Charlie Crabtree, Charles “Bubby” Campbell, Travis Crabtree, Kenny Yarber, Chad Rice, Kevin Neal, Derek Townsend, Matthew Reed and Logan Faulkner.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Zelpha Mae Townsend Dehart, 88, passed away peacefully at her home on February 3, 2020, surrounded by her children and loved ones. She was born in Powell County, KY on April 17, 1931.

A loving mother and homemaker, Zelpha was a remarkable cook and loved nothing more than preparing meals for her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening and working in her flowers. It was her unwavering faith in God that carried her throughout her days.

Zelpha married the late Willis Dehart on March 2, 1950 and together they raised 7 children. She leaves her memories to be cherished by David (Bonnie) Dehart, Wanda (Ronnie) Baber, Danny (Verna) Dehart, Joann Hall (Roy Cord), Michael (Charlene) Dehart, Jean (Jim) Myers, and Steven Dehart; 20 grandchildren, 45 great grandchildren, 9 great great grandchildren; a sister Carolyn Hall and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband Willis Dehart, two grandsons Tony Hall and Justin Dehart, and a great grandson Aiden Dehart, 4 sisters and 2 brothers.

Family and friends paid their respects from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Davis and Davis Funeral Home on Thursday February 6.

Funeral services were Friday, February 7, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the Davis and Davis Funeral Home in Stanton, KY. Pallbearers were Bobby Day, Shawn Dehart, Damon Martin, Jason Shortridge, Alan Dehart, Jonathan Dehart and Jon Michael Dehart. Honorary Pallbearers will include Dennis Powell, Roy Cord, Kevin Miles, Andrew Jefferson, and Kirk Graves.

Interment followed at Rest Haven Cemetery in Stanton, KY.

Phyllis Joyce (Smallwood) Fraley, 82, passed away peacefully Monday, January 20, 2020. Born in Bowen, Ky in 1937, she settled in Clark County after marrying William C. Fraley. She is survived by her four children: Connie G. Fraley (Lee) Campbell, William Jeffrey (Patricia) Fraley, Michael Edward (Theresa) Fraley, Alice A. Fraley (Patrick) O’Kelley. She was born to Charles Ernest and Edna (Morton) Smallwood. Along with her children, she is survived by her brother, Talmadge Smallwood and sister-in-law, Miriam Smallwood, her sister, Carrie M. Smallwood, as well as several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William C. Fraley, her brother Elmer G. Smallwood and sister, Fern Smallwood Brewer.  She was a wife, mother, friend who enjoyed gardening, beautiful flowers, collecting dolls, china, and figurines. She previously co-owned Fraley Automotive in Mt. Sterling.  She was a member of the Winchester First Church of God. Her kind heart was known to many and she enjoyed good friends and good neighbors. Along with her flowers, she enjoyed her children and especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Service was at Scobee Funeral Home, 219 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester, Kentucky.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Elkin Cemetery on Happy Top in Powell County, Ky.  Please contact Scobee Funeral Home for more information.

George Bard 77 husband of Marjorie Bard of Clay City passed away Thursday, February 5, 2020 at the University Of Kentucky Hospital. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia October 5, 1942 to Gale and Elizabeth Bard. He was retired from the Forestry Department and was a member of the Stanton Baptist Church where he was a Deacon. He is survived by his wife Marjorie Bard of Clay City, a daughter Elizabeth Baez and her husband Brandon of Nicholasville, six grandchildren Chris Lasley, Alida Lasley, Hunter Baez, Mason Baez, Shawna Townsend, Emily Townsend and a Brother Jim Bard. He was preceded in death by his parents Gale and Elizabeth Bard, a daughter Suzannah Townsend and a brother Tom Bard. A Memorial service was held 3 PM Sunday, February 9, 2020 at the Stanton Baptist Church with Bro. Jonathan Lewis officiating. In lieu of flowers family ask that donations be made to the Stanton Baptist Church. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Lloyd Clay “Chubby” Tipton, age 66 of Stanton, KY passed away February 8, 2020 at Hospice Care Plus Compassionate Care Center, Richmond, KY.  Born in Mount Sterling, KY he was the son of the late Harold “Chubby” Tipton and the late Hazel Horn Tipton.  He was a 1971 graduate of Powell County High School and a former factory employee of Bundy Tubing.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers, James B. Tipton and Daniel “Goat” Tipton.  He is survived by one brother, Robert Tipton of Stanton and four sisters:  Betty Wickline of Stanton, Barbara Jean Tipton Lane of Stanton, Tena McIntosh of Georgetown, OH and Mallissa Tipton of West Liberty.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Johnny Hurt will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, February 13, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation begins at 6:00 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Cat Creek Cemetery with Blake Tipton, Montlee Wickline, Justin Wickline, Austin Nicholas Mullins, Kris Young, Shelby Tipton and David Goodwin serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Cynthia Rogers, Kathy Hall, Shelia Thomas, Lois Meadows and Jeff Horn.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral  Home, Inc.   

Connie Miller, 74, passed away Friday, February 7, 2020 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. She was born November 21, 1945 in Lodi, Ohio to the late Alvin and Katherine Stahl Carver.

Margaret McIntosh, 78, Clay City, Kentucky, passed away on January 15, 2020 at home surrounded by her beloved family.

She was born October 14, 1941 in Perry County, Kentucky to Cornwallis and Canzalia Miller. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years James Drexel McIntosh; daughters Teresa Diane Meadows and Sandra JoAnne Freeman; brothers Shelby Miller, Dewey Siegel Miller, Donald Miller, James Monroe (Buck) Miller, and Delmar Miller; and sisters Mollie Ingram, Geneva Wright, and Callie Wright. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Colleen and Robert Crowe of Clay City; grandchildren Brandon Crowe (Tammie Crowe) of Stanton, Ginger Reed (Justin Reed) of Clay City, Jerri Jones (Dewey Jones) of Stanton, and Savannah Jeffers (Dester Jeffers) of Mason, Ohio; great-grandchildren Jackson Reed, Forest Reed, Willow Wireman, Emie Jones, Dester Jeffers, Wyatt Jeffers, Linnie Jeffers, and Brayden Crowe; one sister Victory Fraley; one brother Milford Miller; and several nieces and nephews. She was retired from Osram, Sylvania and a member of the Mt. Parkway Church of God in Clay City. She was a skilled basket maker and maker of wooden bowls, having taken multiple community education classes through Eastern Kentucky University. She enjoyed hosting Sunday dinners for family, attending church, watching the Gaithers and home remodeling shows, and sitting on her front porch talking with visitors. She will be remembered for often burning what she cooked, being willing to feed anyone that showed up, and for all the love she poured into her family and friends, especially the little ones. Pallbearers are Jeff McIntosh, Jason McIntosh, Tim Miller, Brian Miller, and Chester “Tarzan” Miller. Honorary pallbearers are Dewey Freeman, Terry Miller, Jennie Crowe, Charlene Kennon, Arlene Webster, Jennifer McIntosh, Mandy, Stan and Caden Trent, and Mt. Parkway Church of God.