Cratis Marshall, 81, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. He was born April 20, 1938 to the late Willie and Ivory Marshall. Survivor include, daughters, Lynn Willie

and Mary Bethal Madden; 5 Grandchildren; sisters, Mary Holbert Inez Oliver, Annalee Jones; brothers, Evert (Cut) Marshall, Curtis Marshall, All of Greenup, George Marshall of Grayson; aunt, Opal Plummer, special niece, who provided him with special love and care in his last days, Linda White; and several other family members to mourn his passing. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Ivory Marshall, wife, Freda sue Marshall, children,James Marshall and Angela Marshall; sisters, Eraia Marshall and Louise Zornes; brothers, Edward Marshall, Estill Marshall, and Lewis Marshall. Graveyard services at a later date by Bill White.

Mary Jane (Janiee) Begley passed away peacefully at her home on December 22, 2019 in Sebring, Florida. She was born on July 22nd 1958 in Middletown, Ohio to Eli Banks Jr. and Wanda Banks. Survivors are her daughter Brandy (Eric) Southwood, her son Travis (Whittnei) Puckett. 3 grandchildren Thomas (Kennedy) Begley, Dakota Gardner, Christopher Gardner. One great grandson Malakeigh Begley. 3 sisters, Dezra Harvey, Cindy (Jason) McCoy, Susan (Bruce) Spencer. One brother Mark (Marcia) Banks and a host of nieces and nephews. She is proceeded in death by her parents Wanda and Eli, her niece Melissa Gillord and her niece Gabbi McCoy. She was laid to rest on January 8, 2020 beside her mother in Clay City, KY. Preceded in death by her brother Joshua Eli Banks

Woodford Clay Hall, 82, husband of Callie Denniston Hall, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020. He was born February 4, 1937 in Slade, Kentucky to the late Rennie Clay “Andy” and Jennie Helton Hall. He was a retired Kentucky State Park employee. Survivors include, wife, Callie Hall; son, Lenville Hall; daughters, Alberta (Bruce) Taulbee, Teresa (Greg) Perry, Jamie Hall, Holly (Steven) Sparks; sisters, Wilma Jean Smith and Edith Hall; 10 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and numerous brothers and sisters. Services Thursday, February 6, 2020, 2:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Larry Collins. Visitation Wednesday 6-9pm at the funeral home. Burial in Helton Hill Cemetery with Greg Perry, Nick Perry, Bruce Taulbee, Kyle Hall, Steven Sparks, and Teresa Perry.

James “Jim” Glenn Sparks, 58, husband of Donna Townsend Sparks, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2020 in Leeco, Kentucky. He was born January 18, 1962 in Campton, Kentucky to the late Glenn Sparks and Waveline Friend Sparks. Survivors include, mother, Waveline Sparks; wife, Donna Sparks; special companion, Bogie; sisters, Jody Hatton and Janice (Mike) Chambers; mother and father-in-law: James R. and Geneva Townsend; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Dena and Aaron Dailey. He was preceded in death by his father, Glenn Sparks and brothers, Arthur “Artie” Sparks, and William Richard Sparks. Services were  Sunday, February 2, 2:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. Rick Isaacs. Burial in McQuinn Cemetery with Herman Chambers, Bruce Hatton, James Dailey, Aaron Dailey, Larry Oliver, Danny Spencer, Dennis Adams, and Charles Paul Booth serving as pallbearers.

Lela Hughes, 88, widow of William John Hughes, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. She was born November 18, 1931 in Powell County, Kentucky to the late Weed and Ethel James Briscoe. Survivors include, sons, Greg(Kathy) Briscoe, Jeff Hughes, and William Edward (Lynn) Hughes; daughters, Beverly Reed and Sharon Reed; grandchildren, James Gregory Briscoe, Kristy Ann Briscoe, Miranda Kirby, Elizabeth Chester, Danielle Lawson, Kristy Hughes, Ashley Hughes, Brittany Hughes, William Jake Hughes, Freddy Reed II, Haley Reed, Rebecca Hughes, Chelsea York, Natosha Alvord, Joseph Christopher Reed, Jodi Reed, and Junior Reed; and a host of great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and daughter, Penny Smallwood. Services Wednesday, February 5, 2020, 3:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Rev. Gary Sparks. Burial in Townsend Cemetery with Greg Briscoe, Bobby Joe York, John York, Christopher Reed, James Briscoe, and Josh Congleton. Honorary pallbearers serving, William Jake Hughes, Junior Reed, Gary Sparks, and the members of Blessed Assurance Church.

Matthew Seldon Reed, age 91, husband of Bonnie Palmer Reed for 73 years, of East College Avenue, Stanton, KY passed away at his home under the loving care of his son and daughter on Tuesday, January 21, 2020.  Born in Bowen, KY he was the son of the late E. C. and Ella Johnson Reed.  He was an active member of Bowen First Church of God and former superintendent and carpenter with White and Congleton Company.  He was a member of the Powell County Bass Club, he loved playing golf at Beechfork Golf Course and he volunteered for 12 years at the Powell County Emergency Food Bank. He loved fishing with his son, Seldon and his brothers and he also enjoyed farming with Seldon and his brother, Elmer. He also loved sitting on his porch.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his four brothers: Jimmy Reed, Hollis Reed, Linville Reed and Elmer Reed and his two sisters, Mary Reed and Elsie Garrett. Matthew was the last living member of his family generation.  He was also preceded in death by his sister in law and brother in law Doris and Luther Lane. Matthew is survived by his wife, Bonnie Reed; one son, Seldon Dean (Sue) Reed of Stanton, KY; one daughter, Rose Lynn (Strother D.) Hall of Stanton, KY; three grandchildren: Deana (Troy) Brooks, Kevin (Angela) Hall and Jeremy Townsend; four great grandchildren: Matthew Brooks, Nathan Brooks, Jonathan Brooks and Strother Harrison Earwood-Hall and two sisters in law, Virginia Reed and Barbara Reed.  Funeral services officiated by Pastor Brad Epperson and Pastor Bill Carpenter were held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Bowen First Church of God, 5555 Campton Road, Stanton, KY.   Interment was in Reed Cemetery with Matthew Brooks, Nathan Brooks, Jon Brooks, Jeremy Townsend, Matthew Reed, Morgan Reed, Troy Brooks and Mark Reed serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Strother D. Hall, Kevin Hall, Chris Nolan, Mike Reed, Jimmy Dennis, James Martin, Euell Sumner, Hershell Strange, Talmadge Smallwood, Jimmy Skidmore, Larry Epperson, Lynn Tackett and Lynn Briscoe. Memorial contributions may be made to Bowen First Church of God Building Fund, Hospice East and the Powell County Emergency Food Bank.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

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.

Serenity Squish Stewart, daughter of Logan and Shawna Stewart, went to be with Jesus on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 6:08 PM at St Joseph East Women’s Care, Lexington surrounded by her loving family. Squish is deeply loved by her parents Logan & Shawna Stewart. Graveside services were Monday, January 27, 4:00 PM at Stewart Family Cemetery, 201 Amanda Lane Jeffersonville, KY. She will be greatly missed by grandparents, Gary “Pa” and Valerie “Mimi” Stewart, Bill “Poppy” and Sherry “Nana” Eldridge. Aunts and Uncles, Leslie “LouLou” Stewart (Austin), Carole “BoBo” Alcorn (Andy), Mary “Auntie M” Flynn (Darin) will miss fighting over who is her favorite Aunt. Cousins, Lydia and Aaron “Leonard” Flynn and Remington, A.K.A. Chubby Cheeks Alcorn will miss fighting over Poppy and Nana with you.

Kathy J. Wilson, age 65, wife of Bradley Scott Wilson of Clay City, KY passed away January 23, 2020 at Saint Joseph Hospital, Lexington, KY.  Born in Seymour, IN she was the daughter of the late Melvin Hardy and the late Pauline Johnson Hardy.  Kathy was a homemaker and a former waitress.  In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her brother, Michael Hardy.  Kathy is survived by her husband, Bradley Scott Wilson; three daughters:  Amanda Driver Lang of North Vernon, IN, Brandy Michelle Mix and Melissa Mix of Seymour, IN; one brother, Buster Hardy; one sister, Sue Hardy; ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren.  No services are scheduled at this time.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Glendon Shane Smith, 44, husband of Christeinna Cobern Smith, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2020 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. He was born June 21, 1975 in Lexington, Kentucky to the late Richard Smith and Wilma Hall Smith. Survivors include, wife, Christeinna Smith; son, Andrew Smith; step-son, Billy (Brooklyn) Collinsworth; step-daughters, Latasha (Robert) Gibson, Ashley Collinsworth, Stephanie Collinsworth, and Samantha Collinsworth; brother, Richard (Bonnie) Smith; sisters, Frances (Timmy) Martin and Linda Smith; grandchildren, Nathan Gibson, Damin Manns, Desmond Collinsworth, Grayson Gibson, and Dakota Collinsworth; niece, Sasha Nicole Martin; nephew, Timothy Aaron Martin; great-nieces, Amelia Reece Martin and Anjel Grace Cobern. Services Wednesday, January 22, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Bro. James Cole. Burial in Helton Hill Cemetery with Billy Collinsworth, Robert Gibson, Chad Lawson, Jeffery Hall, Ricky Smith, Timmy Martin, and Dusty Sparks serving as pallbearers.

Melissa Faye Larrison 48 of Clay City passed away January 19, 2020. She was born January 5, 1972 in Winchester to James and Margie Knox. She is survived by her father James Knox, husband Virgil Larrison, two sons Jacob Larrison and wife Hannah, Josh Larrison and wife Kayla, five grandchildren, two sisters Rosalie Snowden and her husband Walter and Michelle Catron and her husband Virgil. She was preceded in death by her mother Margie Knox. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Randy Catron officiating. Friends may visit Wednesday from 11am till time of the service. Burial will be in the Mountain Rest Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Jesse Lee Reed, 87, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, January 5, 2020. Jesse and his family were longtime resident’s of Pensacola, Florida.

Jesse was born in Bow- en, Kentucky on June 5, 1932 to William and Anna Reed. He spent the majority of his childhood and early adulthood in Kentucky. After Graduating from Eastern Kentucky University in 1954, he was commissioned as a Naval Officer and spent the next 23 years serving his country. After an illustrious career as a naval jet pilot he and his wife, Lalia, opened their own real estate brokerage locally. Several years later he returned to aviation as a civilian flight instructor, wliere he taught for another 20 years.

He was an avid golfer and enjoyed traveling with his family and friends. He was a loyal University of Ken tuck)’ fan. Jesse was always kind and generous. He never knew a stranger and had many lifelong friends. He was a founding member of Perdido Methodist Church and an active participant in church activities.

Jesse is preceded in death by his wife, Lalia Muriel Reed and eldest daughter, Susan Reed Cla)ton.

He is survived by his yougest daughter, Kelly ReedWest: grandchildren,Jessica Cla)ton Schipp, Layla Alexandria West, Anna Lucille Clayton and Shawn Qimeron West. He is also survived by his younger brother Ronald ( Mary Lou) Reed of Valparaiso, Florida.

Freda McCoy, age 81 of Stanton, KY, widow of Tommy Ray McCoy, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2020 in Richmond, KY.  Born in Stanton, KY she was the daughter of the late Walter Martin and the late Ethel Kinser Martin.  Freda was a homemaker and member of Middlefork Church of God.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia McCoy.  Freda is survived by one son, Jeffrey Dale (Ruth Ann) McCoy of Winchester; two daughters, Bonnie Jean McCoy of Richmond and Annetta (Jeff Allen) Hendrichs of Lexington; one sister, Eula Friend of Slade; three grandchildren:  William Lucas, Samantha McCoy Williams and Anthony Chandler Hendrichs and one great grandchild, Raelynn Shirley.  Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. Burial was in Resthaven Cemetery with Jeff Allen, Denzil Friend, Tony Hendrichs, Mark Barnett, William Lucas and Jeffrey McCoy serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Anthony Chandler Hendrichs, Taylor Hendrichs, Whitney Allen and Seth Allen.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Jeremy Wayne Adkins, 31 of Jeffersonville passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington. He was born January 10, 1988 in Pikeville to Joyce Johnson. He is survived by his parents Sherman and Joyce Adkins Johnson of Jeffersonville, a brother Joshua Clay Adkins of Jeffersonville and a sister Alicia Martin of Clay City. Funeral services were held 12 PM Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at the Clay City Church of Christ with Bro. Daniel Newell officiating. Friends may visit Tuesday from 10 AM till time of the service. Burial will be in the Johnson Cemetery in Clay City. Pallbearers will be Wayne McClure, Merle Strange, Kollin Parks, Josh Adkins, Toby Royce and Greg Strange. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Gilbert Lee Beagle, 85 born September 12, 1934 in Bourbon County, Kentucky to William and Gertrude Beagle. He proudly served his country in the United States Air force. He lives the last 3 years in Fort Gibson, OK and 35 years prior to that he lived in Wichita Falls, TX. He was one of 13 siblings. He loved driving a truck, he did that for many years before he met his soulmate Linda. He married her and they had 2 children Richard Beagle Wichita Falls Texas and Edna Thomas Gibson OK. His wife Linda passed away in 1990. Gilbert never remarried, he raised his two young children. He made sure he did his best and every time the church doors opened, they were there. He was so proud of his kids. He never missed a beat of claiming Jody Waddell as a daughter and Victor Hines as a son, he became there adopted kids when Edna got married, he got another son Jeremy he was proud to give his Edna away to hime he was proud to call him son. He treated them all as if they were his own blood. Gilbert loved to eat and loved catfish and biscuits and gravy. Gilbert was always ready to go, you better be in the car or he was leaving you behind. He was a faithful man of God and he was ready to go see Jesus. Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Linda, his sisters, Cora, Dee, Ruby, and Mary. Brothers James, Russel, Clay and William. He is survived by his daughter Edna Thompson and husband Jeremy Thompson of Fort Gibson, OK. His son Richard and Beagle and fiance Kelly Lopez of Wichita Falls, TX. His sisters Martha of Kansas and Debbie from Kentucky and his brothers Charles in Florida Bruce in Kentucky. Jody Waddell and husband Michael of Florida. Victor Hines and wife Shelly of Wichita Falls, TX. Numerous nieces and nephews and extended family Karen and John Valdez and children. There will be a family conducted memorial service in Clay City, KY on January 2, 2020

Thurlin Dotson, 72, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020 at his home. He was born May 2, 1947 in Freeburn, Kentucky to the late George and Della Mae Dotson. Survivors include, son Thurlin Kevin Dotson; daughter, Ruby Marie (Randy) Bartley; brothers, Roland (Lena) Dotson, Verlin (Lori) Dotson and Russell (Phyllis) Dotson; sister, Pearl (Warren) Bowman; grandchildren, Justin Keith Bush and Noah Daniel Bush. Services Thursday, January 9, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Andy Darren Dotson. Visitation Wednesday 6-9pm. Burial in West Bend Cemetery, Clay City.

Shirley J. Hall, 70, wife of Bobby G. Hall, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. She was born September 28, 1949. Survivors include, husband, Bobby G. Hall, Stanton; son, Billy Wolff, Stanton, Chris Hall, Hamilton, OH, and Steve Hall, Hamilton, OH; grandson, Cody Hall, Stanton; great-granddaughter, McKinley Brooke Hall. She was preceded in death by her parents, and daughter, Bobbi Jean Hall. No services scheduled at this time.

Mack Grigsby, 80, husband of Cynthia Grigsby of Stanton, KY passed away December 26, 2019 at U. K. Healthcare, Lexington, KY.  Born in Carrie, KY he was the son of the late Hiram and Creola Cornett Grigsby and he was a veteran of the US Marine Corps.  Mack was a former route salesman with Pet Dairy and he attended Stanton Christian Church.  In addition to his parents he is also preceded in death by three sisters: Janice Grigsby, Lola Grigsby and Wanda Grigsby and one brother, Raymond Grigsby.  Mack is survived by his wife, Cynthia Howell Grigsby; two sons, Daniel Mack Grigsby of Danville and Gary Lee Grigsby of Roudy; one brother, Forest (Eliza) Grigsby of Roudy; two grandchildren, Cody Ryan Grigsby and Madison Danielle Grigsby along with several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services officiated by Rev. Barry Radebaugh and Bro. Greg Webb were held at 11:00 A.M, Monday, December 30, 2019 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. Burial with military honors will be in Donnie G. Randall Memorial Veteran’s Cemetery with Daniel Mack Grigsby, Richard Kelly, Chester Parks, Robert Scott Creech, Nick Brooks and Chad Rudd serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Nellie and Dwain Anderson, Carol and Linville Knox, Wanda Lacy and Brandon McWhorter.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Geneva M.Means, 91, widow of James Edward Means, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2019 at Rose Manor Nursing Home, Lexington. She was born July 1, 1928 in Winchester, Kentucky to the late Grover and Fannie Mae Barnett. Survivors include, daughters, Edwina M. Frost, Paula Ike, and Linda Smith; son-in-law, Gloyd Lee; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter, Wanda Lee, and grandson, James Henry. Services were Monday, December 30, 10:00AM Lane Cemetery, Cat Creek Road, Stanton. In lieu of flowers contributions suggested to Hospice of Northern Kentucky, 2312 Alexandria Drive, Lexington, KY 40504.

Rev. Forest Harrison 89 of Mt. Sterling formerly of Stanton went to be with his Lord Friday, December 27, 2019 at his residence with his family by his side. He was born February 11, 1930 in Irvine to Vannie and Julia Harrison. He is survived by his wife Mildred Napier of Stanton, three sons James Harrison and his wife Vilma of Mt. Sterling, Stephen Harrison and his wife Betty of Stanton, Lewis Harrison of Falmouth, Daughter Wanda Carol Hill and her husband Charles Falmouth, 16 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren and 24 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife Jeanette Lee Harrison, granddaughter Brandy Rocklin, great grandson Brandon Roach, five brothers Roy, Cegal, Cecil, Weldon and Wayne Harrison and a sister Lillian Withers. Funeral services were held 12PM Monday, December 30, 2019 at the Camargo Unity Freewill Baptist Church in Camargo with Bro. Chris Colley officiating. Burial will follow in the Stanton Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Ronald “Gene” Aleshire 67 of Stanton passed away Thursday, January 2, 2020. He was born July 22, 1952 in Mt. Sterling to Kester and Marie Aleshire. He is survived by two brothers Michael Aleshire of Stanton, Jerry Aleshire, niece Crystal Aleshire and three nephew Jeffery, Alex and Max. He was preceded in death by his parents Kester and Marie Aleshire. Funeral services were held 1 PM Saturday, January 4, 2020 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. George Sparks officiating. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Betty Jean Jones, 77, of Paris, KY, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, December 26, 2019 following a long illness.  She was born February 8, 1942 in Spout Springs, KY, to Amos and Edna Conner. She was one of fourteen brothers and sisters. Along with her parents, Betty is preceded in death by her husband and soulmate of 31 years, Roy T. Jones, Jr., her son, Ronnie Gene Rose, and her four brothers, Amos Jr., John, Earl, and Elmer Conner. Betty is survived by her children, Ray Rose Jones (Patty Crider), Susan Rose Rodgers (Dennis), Cathy Fletcher, Tammy (William) Gray, and Jeff (Lori) Jones; grandchildren, Tyler (Kara) & Keegan Rose, Austin & Kelsey Jones, Audri Lawrence, Joshua & Jessie Fletcher, Jeremiah Lotz, Caitlin Hunt, Talia Ormsby, Tia Craig, Spencer & Emily Sledd, Justin Marshall, Jalin Mills, Lyndsey Hawkins, and many great-grandchildren; six brothers, Frank Conner, Willie Conner, David Conner, Lawrence Conner, Elbert Conner, and Paul Conner; three sisters, Virginia Atwood, Norma Brinegar, and Lula Thomas.  Betty, a retired homemaker, dedicated her life to raising her children and grandchildren. She loved entertaining family and friends, her bowling league, Euchre tournaments, fish fries, music, and traveling with Roy. To know Betty was to love her. She was a giving and kind spirit with a smile that was contagious. Her door, along with her heart, was always open.  There will be a life celebration at her home with close family and friends at a later date. We want to thank all the family and friends that stopped by to visit Betty. It meant the world to her. We want to say a special thank you to the Cynthiana Hospice Team who are now and will always be a part of our family.  In lieu of flowers, we ask that contributions be made in her memory to:  Bluegrass Care Navigators (Hospice) 1317 US-62 Cynthiana, KY 41031-7970

Maxine Crain, 80 of Clay City died Monday, December 16, 2019 at the Clark Regional Medical Center. She was born February 19, 1939 to Melvin and Osie Rose. She is survived by two sons Jason Crain of Clay City, Kevin Crain and wife Tonya of Stanton, five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a special niece Paula Watson. She was preceded in death by her parents Melvin and Osie Rose, two sons Melvin Wayne Curtis, Jeffrey Curtis, three brothers Leonard Rose, William Rose, Elmo Rose and a sister Jewell Abbott. Funeral services were held 12 PM Thursday, December 19, 2019 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Warren Toler and Bro. Wayne Hatton officiating. Burial was in the West Bend Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Claude Lindon Bowen, 89, of Mt. Sterling, KY died December 17, 2019 at the V. A. Medical Center, Lexington, KY.  Born in Kiddville, KY he was the son of the late Birt Bowen and the late Cora Lee Rogers Bowen and a US Army veteran.  Claude was a former heavy equipment operator with Skilton Construction and a member of Operators Union Local No. 181.  He attended the Mt. Sterling Christian Assembly of God and he was an avid horseback rider.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his wife, Eldora (Dodie) Townsend Bowen; one son, Billy Jo Bowen; one grandson, Bradley James Bowen; one brother, Emery Gene Bowen and two sisters, Gladys Pace and Zelma Reynolds.  Claude is survived by his son, Mike Bowen of Jeffersonville; daughter, Claudia Lynn (Robert) Burnett of Georgetown; four grandchildren:  Mikey (Mindy) Bowen, Britney Bowen, Bobby Jo Bowen and Phillip Campbell; two great grandchildren, Cody Bowen and Paxton Campbell, a step granddaughter, Chandra Burnett and a niece, Shonda (Garrick) Williams of Mt. Sterling.  Funeral services were held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, December 21, 2019 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. Burial with military honors was in Powell’s Valley Cemetery, Clay City, KY.  Active pallbearers were Eddie Rice, Danny Rice, Don Butler, Henry Ashley, John Gabbard and Vernon Mast.  Honorary pallbearers are H. T. and Wilda Derickson.

Mary Henry, 73 of Nicholasville died Monday, December 16, 2019 at the Baptist Health Hospital in Lexington. She was born February 10, 1946 in Estill Co. to Harmon and Ruby Hall. She was a long time employee of Vaughn’s Tobacco Redryer and a longtime supporter of the Salvation Army. She is survived by six sons Shelton Wireman of Winchester, Jeffrey Wireman of Nicholasville, Charles Wireman of Nicholasville, James Wireman of Winchester, Henry Wireman of Nicholasville, Johnathan Henry of Winchester, a daughter Faith Henry of Lexington, twelve grandchildren, four great grandchildren and a sister Diana Billings of Stanton. She was preceded by her parents Harmon and Ruby Hall. Funeral services were held 12 PM Friday, December 20, 2019 at the Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City with Colonel Howard Burr of the Salvation Army officiating the service. Burial was in the Vaughn’s Mill Cemetery in Clay City. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Mary Henry, 73 of Nicholasville died Monday, December 16, 2019 at the Baptist Health Hospital in Lexington. She was born February 10, 1946 in Estill Co. to Harmon and Ruby Hall. She was a long time employee of Vaughn’s Tobacco Redryer and a longtime supporter of the Salvation Army. She is survived by six sons Shelton Wireman of Winchester, Jeffrey Wireman of Nicholasville, Charles Wireman of Nicholasville, James Wireman of Winchester, Henry Wireman of Nicholasville, Johnathan Henry of Winchester, a daughter Faith Henry of Lexington, twelve grandchildren, four great grandchildren and a sister Diana Billings of Stanton. She was preceded by her parents Harmon and Ruby Hall. Funeral services were held 12 PM Friday, December 20, 2019 at the Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City with Colonel Howard Burr of the Salvation Army officiating the service. Burial was in the Vaughn’s Mill Cemetery in Clay City. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Elizabeth Strange, 48 of Owingsville died at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling. She was born January 8, 1971 to Robert and Loretta Ledford. She is survived by two sons Justin Barnett of Morehead, Joe Rollins of Frenchburg, daughter Brittany Barnett of Frenchburg, four grandchildren and a brother Terry McClure of Stanton. She was preceded in death by her parents. A private family service was held Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at the McClure – Swango Cemetery in Stanton. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge.

Nancy Ann Wireman, 83, wife of James Gerald Wireman of Leeco, KY died December 18, 2019 in Lee County Care and Rehabilitation Center, Beattyville, KY.  Born in Newport, KY she was the daughter of the late Auldon Martin and the late Thelma Strange Martin.  Nancy was a retired Post Office clerk and member of Torrent First Church of God where she was known as the cookie lady.  She was very active with the fund raising to begin the Tri-Community Fire Department.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her son, Gerald Wayne Wireman; two great grandchildren, Sawyer Parks and Easton Parks and her sister, Betty Palmer.  Nancy is survived by her husband of 67 years, James Gerald Wireman; son James Kevin and his wife Renee Wireman of Leeco; daughter Kathy Ann and her husband Alton Hughes of Stanton; sister Mary Bowen of Stanton; four grandchildren:  Kristi (Joey) Parks, Kayla (Josh) Carroll, Kesha (Cooper) Carson and Kevin “Bub” Wireman and three great grandchildren, Khloe Carroll, MaKayla Parks and Lauryn.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Marvin Hobbs were held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, December 22, 2019 at Torrent First Church of God. Burial was in Wireman Cemetery, Leeco, KY with Josh Carroll, Joey Parks, Alton Hughes, James Kevin Wireman, Cooper Carson, Jordan Smith, Casey Clibern and Kevin “Bub” Wireman serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Chester and Bea Briscoe, Bonnie and Elmer Whisman, members of Torrent First Church of God, Teresa Noe, Jerry Ledford, Arnold Ledford, Wally and Mary Bush, Sue Lane, Verlena Creech and the staff of Lee County Care and Rehab. Center.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Howard Branham, 72, husband of Donna Spencer Branham, Stanton, KY died at his residence Thursday, December 12, 2019.  Born in Nada, Kentucky he was the son of the late John Branham and the late Eliza King Branham and he was an Army Vietnam War Veteran.  Howard was a former maintenance employee of the City of Stanton, a member of the Stanton Volunteer Fire Department and he was a member of Walnut Grove Church of God.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by four brothers:  Elmer Branham, Ova Branham, Jerry Branham and Lewis Branham and three sisters:  Loudemia Creech, Delphia Barker, and Cora King.  Howard is survived by his wife, Donna Branham; one son, Robert (Aimie) Branham of Stanton; four daughters:  Lisa (Johnny) Self of Blackshear, GA, Ramona Gabbard of Winchester, Jamie (Bow) Warren of Magnolia and Amy Branham (Jason Taylor) of Frenchburg; one brother, Omer (Sharon) Branham of Stanton; one sister, Martha Coldiron of Nada; six grandchildren:  Chelsea King, John Allen Self, Amanda Kinder, Samantha Self, Steven Gabbard and Colt Warren along with seven great grandchildren.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Eddie Dawson were held at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, December 15, 2019 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. Burial with military honors was in Branham Cemetery, Nada, KY. Active pallbearers were Robert Branham, Omer Branham, John Allen Self, Johnny Self, Bow Warren, Steven Gabbard, Mitchell Barker and Anthony Bond.  Honorary pallbearers are Bill Ashley, Kenny Case, Sid McCauley, Rowland Scott, members of Stanton Fire Department, employees of the  City of Stanton and the congregation of Walnut Grove Church of God.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Donnie Conner SR., 67 of Clay City husband of Alice Louise Conner passed away Saturday, December 14, 2019 at the Clark Regional Medical Center. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy a tree trimmer for 41 years and a member of the Church of God. He is survived by his wife Alice Louise Conner of Clay City, son Donnie Conner JR and his wife Jonetta of Mt. Sterling, daughter Victoria Vaughn and her husband Timothy of Clay City and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Andrew and Develia Conner, a grandchild Dakota Conner, a brother Michael Conner and a sister Connie Conner. Funeral services were held 12 PM Monday, December 16, 2019 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Sis. Victoria Spencer officiating and Military Rites.  Burial was in the Donnie G. Randall Veterans Cemetery. Pallbearers are Donnie Conner JR, Geary Conner, James Harris, Cody Harris, Timothy Vaughn and Johnny Banks. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Andrew Fraley, 89 of Lexington passed away at his residence with his family by his side. He was born September 24, 1930 in Clark County to Everett and Edna Fraley. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and the former owner of Fraley’s Auto Parts. He is survived by a son Andrew Dale Fraley of Lexington, daughter Andrea Reed and her husband Jack of Lexington, two grandchildren, three great grandchildren and a sister Mary Ann Estes of Winchester. He was preceded in death by his parents Everett and Edna Fraley, his wife Carrie Fraley, son Brian Fraley and three brothers Noble, William and Bernard Fraley. Graveside services were held 11 AM Saturday, December 14, 2019 at the Winchester Cemetery with Bro. Joey Price officiating. Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City is in charge.

Mable Dean Randall, 67, widow of Donald G. Randall, died December 11, 2019 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Danville, KY.  She was the daughter of the late Carl Gunn and the late Grace Jones Gunn and a member of Grace Fellowship Church of God of Prophecy.  Mable is survived by three sons:  Jason Randall of Stanton, Shane Randall of Lancaster and Donnie (Amy) Baker of Clay City; two daughters, Donja (Jim) Newman of Lancaster and Cristy Fallis of Berry; one brother, Dickie (Wanda) Gunn of Stanton; one sister, Wanda Norton of Stanton; nine grandchildren:  Jocelyn Randall, Logan Baker, Lincoln Newman, McKenna Newman, Kaye-Lani Newman, Sara Roberts, Ben Teany, Josh Abrams and Austin Baker along with two great grandchildren, Neila Cutting and Gideon Cutting.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Willard Estep were held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. Burial was in Donald G. Randall Veterans Memorial Cemetery with Terry Fraley, Jim Newman, Jason Randall, Shane Randall, Donnie Baker, Lincoln Newman and Josh Abrams serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Delora Kennon, Samantha and Dallas Watkins, Gathel and Leon Roberts.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Mary Beth Collins, 57 of Vanceburg, KY, formerly of Clay City, Ky, died on Saturday, December 7th.  Mary graduated from Raceland High School in 1960.  She was the daughter of the late Everett and Bonnie Nelson of Raceland, KY.   She is survived by her husband David Collins of Vanceburg.  Three children:  Tyler (Amanda) White of Clay City, Stefanie Collins of Raceland, and Cory Collins of Boston, Mass.  And two grandchildren:  Zoey and Grayson White of Clay City.

Most recently, Mary was a valued member of the Vanceburg community, where she worked in the Lewis County school system for the past 20 years as an educator and photographer.  Prior to that she was a treasured part of the Powell County community who worked in the school system, for the Clay City Times, and was affectionately known as the “Coach’s Wife” to many former football and baseball players. There are no scheduled services at this time.  The family asks that – in lieu of flowers – those who want to honor Mary’s life send donations to the ASPCA in her name.

James E. Davis, 54 of Jeffersonville died Sunday, December 8, 2019 at the Hazard ARH Hospital. He was born in Mt. Sterling December, 8, 1965 to James C. and Mary Catherine Davis. He was a handyman and was of the Pentecostal Faith. He is survived by three brothers Charles Davis and wife Danyell of Jackson Roger Davis and Linda Arnett of Jeffersonville, Adam Davis of Georgetown, sisters Nancy Becraft and Sonny of Jeffersonville, Benita Hattox and husband Bob of Mt. Sterling, four nephews Jessie James Davis, Charles E. Davis, Chad Davis, Willy Dalton and five nieces Nicole Davis, Heather Day, Jeannette Hamm, Amber Davis and Hope Dalton. He was preceded in death by his parents James C. and Mary Catherine Davis. Funeral services were held 1 PM Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Emmit Campbell and Bro. Walter Wilson officiating. Burial was in the Lovely Cemetery in Jeffersonville. In lieu of flower family ask that donations be made to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Hubert Ray Estes, 66, husband of Sandra Frazier Estes, died December 4, 2019 at his residence on Hardwicks Creek Road, Clay City, KY.  Born at Furnace, KY he was the son of the late Elby and Mary Shoemaker Estes and he was a member of Knowlton Church of God.  Ray was a custodian for the Powell County Board of Education and a farmer.  He was a founding member and former secretary of the Powell County Livestock Association and a founding member of the Powell County Farmers Market.  He was active in 4-H and founder of 4-H shooting sports.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by two brothers, Elby Estes, Jr. and Leonard “Bud” Estes.  Ray is survived by his wife, Sandra Estes; one son, Jonathan (Kayla) Estes of Stanton; two daughters, Sarah King of Beattyville and Lesa (Jason) Ledford of Stanton; two brothers, Barry Edward Estes and Owen (Lisa) Estes of Stanton; two sisters, Agnes Gay Williams of Ohio and Paula (Bobby) Caudill of Beattyville and seven grandchildren:  Dylan King, Megan King, Angela Ledford, Matthew Ledford, Skylar Ballard, Haily Estes and Alex Estes.  Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. Burial was in Frazier Cemetery with members of the Powell County Livestock Association serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Jim and Ida Baker, Emily Baker, Diana Molihan, Connie Cecil, Johnny Kennon, Pam and Larry Hood, Glenn Creech, Sherry Hicks and Sarah Canode.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Vera Clay Estes, 84, widow of Buford Estes Jr., died November 25, 2019 at her residence in Clay City, Kentucky.  Born in Powell County, she was the daughter of the late Rayburn and Junnie Barnett and a member of the First Baptist Church.  In addition to her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by her sister, Emma Lois Pinner.  Vera is survived by three sons:  Andy (Stella) Estes of Clay City, Mark (Dee Dee) Estes of Shippensburg, PA and James Donald (Mandy) Estes of Georgia; two daughters, Linda Estes Minks and Lois Estes Osborne of Clay City; one nephew, Danny Disponett; one niece, Cindy Bailey; 16 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and nine  great-great grandchildren.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Marion Brewer were held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. Burial was in Clay City-Eaton Cemetery with David Watson, Bobby Estes, Jeremy Davis, Harold Bailey, Ben Watson and Raymond Minks served as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers were Bill Riley, A. J. Osborne and Roger Watson.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Barbara Jean Noble, age 66, widow of Lester Noble of Stanton, KY passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at Stanton Nursing Center.  Born in Northville, MI she was the daughter of the late Luther and Thelma McIntosh and a member of Old Fashion Pentecostal Church of Jackson, KY where she enjoyed singing for church services and funerals through the years.  Barbara was a retired manager and trainer for the K-Mart Corporation and a member of the Good News Foundation which aided and assisted needy families.  In addition to her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by her sister, Linda McIntosh.  Barbara is survived by two daughters, Tina Kolbas of Mt. Sterling and Kimberly Martel of Inkster, MI; one brother, Gary McIntosh of Garden City, MI; two sisters, Janice McIntosh of Campton and Patricia (Michael) Sowels of Canton, MI; five grandchildren, Kyle Sowels, Aleesha Martel, Megan Kolbas, Brooke Martel and Noah Kolbas along with four great-great grandchildren.  Funeral services were officiated by Rev. Terry Lawson were held at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. Burial was in Stonegate Cemetery with James Southwood, Gary McIntosh, Kyle Sowels, Isaiah Southwood, Johnny Southwood, Caleb Pendleton and Tommy Combs serving as active pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Edna Lykins Robbins, widow of C. Glenn Robbins, Sr., passed away November 29, 2019 at her home in Clay City, KY.  She was born July 4, 1924 at Daysboro, KY to the late D. C. and Nora Lykins.  She was a graduate of Alvan Drew High School at Pine Ridge, KY and the University of Kentucky.  She was a retired merchant.  She and her husband ran a small country store in Clay City, Robbins General Mdse. since the early 1970’s.  She also taught high school business in the 1940’s at Irvine City High School and later in Dayton, OH.  She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Stanton, KY as well as a member of the Woman’s Missionary Society of that church.  She was always active in church serving as a Sunday School teacher and a volunteer for Bible study at Dessie Scott Children’s Home.  While her husband was on dialysis, she volunteered at the Kentucky Kidney foundation.  Besides her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son, C. Glenn Robbins, Jr., and her sister and brother-in-law, Arnetia and Oliver Wood, Jr..  She is survived by her daughter, Dee Robbins, her daughter-in-law, Claudia Robbins and four grandchildren, Bill (Karen) Robbins, Leslie (Ben) Herald, Chris Robbins and Jenni (Jon) Smith.  She is also survived by 11 great grandchildren.  Funeral was at First Presbyterian Church, Stanton, KY, Tuesday, December 3 at 1:00 P.M.  Serving as pallbearers were Bill Robbins, Chris Robbins, Ben Herald, Jon Smith, Jackie Rose and Rick O’Brian.  Honorary pallbearers are Elouise Rose, Penny O’Brian, Bertha Hurst, Wilma Rule, Imogene Haggard, Dottie Chaney, Nell Orme, Delta Campbell and ladies of the Presbyterian Church WMS.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Clyde Edward Wilson, Sr., age 74, of Jeffersonville, KY passed away on November 26, 2019 at Eastern Kentucky Veterans Center, Hazard, KY.  Born in Magoffin County, KY he was the son of the late Lowell and Nancy Vivian Bailey Wilson and a U S Army Veteran.  Clyde was a former coal miner, barber and owner of Sportsman’s Paradise.  He was an avid outdoors man, fisherman and hunter.  Clyde is survived by his wife, Zrondra Monhollon Wilson; one son, Clyde “Kip” Wilson, II.; two daughters, Christy (Randall) Farris and Kymberly Wilson; nine grandchildren:  Stephanie (Caleb) Spencer, Grant (Katie) Perry, Daniel Farris, Alyson King, Thomas King, William Farris, Jeremy “Bob” King, Colton Markland and Logan Wyrick and one great grandchild, Emma Perry.  Funeral services officiated by Adam Shinabarger were held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday at Hearne Funeral Home Inc.Burial was with military honors in Donnie G. Randall Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Stanton, KY.  Active pallbearers are Colton Markland, Grant Perry, Daniel Farris, William Farris, Adam Shinabarger and Alyson King.  Honorary pallbearers are Logan Wyrick, Thomas King and Jeremy “Bob” King.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral