Jimmy Lawson,
71, of Clay City, husband of Chyenna Craiger Lawson, passed away Friday, October 9, 2026 at his home. He was born September 16, 1955 to the late Floyd and Lillie Randall Lawson. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Chester Lawson, sisters, Bonnie Stacey, Gladys Smith, and Phyllis Hughes. Survivors include, wife, Chyenna Lawson; daughters, Miranda Kirby, Elizabeth Lawson, Danielle Lawson, and Jessica Conners, step-son, Jackie Rankin; brother, Mark (Earlena) Lawson; sister, Carlene “Cookie” (Charlie) Hall; and numerous grandchildren. Wells Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Syl Knox,
79, of Stanton passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Centerpoint Health, Winchester. He was born August 31, 1947 in Stanton to the late Eldon and Dora Tharpe Knox. Syl was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Donna Knox; and brothers, Orville Knox and William Knox. He was a retiree from Tennessee Gas and a Vietnam Veteran serving in the Army. Survivors include, wife, Sheila Knox; brothers, Stanley Knox and Damon Knox; sisters, Maxine Brewer and Laverne Robinson. Services Saturday, October 10, 11:00AM Wells Funeral Home by Bro. George Sparks. Visitation Friday 5-9pm at the funeral home. Burial in Stanton Cemetery with Marty Humphrey, Hunter Humphrey, Clifford Robinson, Talmadge Knox, TJ Knox, and Darren Boyd serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Clayton and Faye Rogers, Bill and Betty Tipton, Bill King, Jamie Humphrey, and Garner Humphrey.
Lillie Mae Smith,
84, of Richmond, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026 at Compassionate Care Center, Richmond. She was born March 23, 1942 in Stanton, Kentucky to the late Roscoe and Mary Reva Rogers. Lillie Mae was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Chalmer Robinson; husband, John Smith, daughter, Vivian Vancleve; several brothers and sisters. Survivors include, son, Lester Robinson; daughters, Sharon (Roger) Rigsby, Betty (Morgan) Sexton, and Patty (Steve) Miller; sister, Martha Jean Conner; stepsisters, Christina Donahue, Lucille Romine, and Sue Calvert; eleven grandchildren; thirty-one great-grandchildren; and nine great great-grandchildren. Services Wednesday, October 7, 1:00PM Wells Funeral Home, Stanton. Visitation Tuesday 6-9pm at the funeral home. Burial in Hidden Valley Cemetery with David Sexton, Danny Sexton, Zach Collins, Glenn Cook, Alex Howell, and James Byrd serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Whitney Hunt and Whitehouse Clinic, Dr. Akhtar, Dr. Jadoon, Michelle Richardson, Tyler Rigsby, Wendall Sexton, David Crowe, William Byrd, Chris Byrd, and Gary Banks. The family would like to thank Hospice Compassionate Care Center of Richmond for their outstanding care.
Darline Rogers Bailey,
84 of Stanton, widow of Ralph Bailey, passed away Monday, September 28, 2026 at the Stanton Nursing Center. She was born April 18, 1942 in Stanton, Kentucky to the late Albert and Eula Wilburn Rogers. Survivors include, sons, David (Joanna) Bailey, Harold (Cindy) Bailey, Wendall (Kim) Bailey, Tim (Gwen) Bailey, Jason (Jessica) Bailey, daughters, Linda (Randy) Lively, Pam (Alvin) Hughes, Trish (Tim) Helton, and Jennifer Hampton; sisters, Patsy Crain, and Josephine Lawson; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and a great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and several brothers and sisters. Funeral service Friday, October 2, 2026, 10:00am Wells Funeral Home, by Bro Randy Lively. Visitation Thursday 6-8pm at the funeral home. Burial in Bailey Cemetery with Alvin Hughes, Jason Bailey, Jacob Rowland, Khanlun Bailey, Jayden Hernandez, and Ethan Helton serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers Tim Helton and Talon Lacy. The family would like to say a special thank you to Stanton Nursing Center for their care.
Christopher Nathan Lewis,
24, went to be with the Lord Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Mount Sterling. He was born October 5, 2001 in Louisville, Kentucky to Jonathan Lewis and Connie Adams Lewis. Nathan was a dedicated firefighter who took great pride in serving his community and helping others. His commitment to the fire service was more than a career. It was a calling, he approached it will courage, compassion, and willingness to always lend a helping hand. He also loved spending time outdoors. He especially enjoyed hunting and fishing, where he found peace in nature and treasured the time spent with family and friends. Though his life was far too short, the lives he touched, the friendships he made, and the service he gave to his community will remain a lasting part of his legacy. Survivors include mother, Connie Lewis; father, Jonathan Lewis; brother, Caleb Lewis; grandmother, Janet Ridgell; Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and Friends. Funeral services Thursday, October 1, 11:00AM Wells Funeral Home by Bro. Anthony Molihan. Visitation Wednesday 6-9pm at the funeral home. Burial in Scaffold Cane Cemetery, Mt. Vernon with his firefighter brothers serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Bobby Lewis, Rick Adams, Wesley Lewis, Caleb Williams, and Matt Charles. In lieu of flowers contributions suggested to help with his service https://www.tmcfunding.com/funds/christopher-nathan-lewis/17271/ or to Shelby’s Way, 845 Contract Street, Lexington, KY 40505. https://shelbysway.com/
James Ray Tipton,
60, of Stanton, passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2026 in Irvine. He was born May 25, 1966 to the late Millard and Ethel Strange Tipton. Survivors include, sons, Justin Works and Eugene Christeen; brothers, William (Norma Jean) Tipton, Terry Tipton, and Christopher (Margo) Tipton; sisters, Abigail (Gary) Wright, Patricia Puckett, Betty Jones, and Regina Puckett; half-sisters, Crystal Gail Puckett and Evelyn Marie Jones; half-brother, Billy Jones; and numerous grandchildren. James Ray was preceded in death by his parents, and half-sister, Patricia Jones. Services Tuesday, September 29, 1:00PM by Bro. Donald Wayne Hale at Wells Funeral Home. Visitation Tuesday 11am-1pm at the funeral home. Burial in Kennon Cemetery, Clay City.
Kathy Denise (Charles) Rice,
68, of Stanton, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Stanton Nursing Center. She was born September 13, 1958 in Mt Sterling, Kentucky to the late Clell Clinton and Ida Thelma Kennon Charles. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, Zack and Gracie Charles and Annie and Luther Kennon; son, Shawn Wade Rice; great grandson, Waylon Thomas Bremer; brother, Zach Anthony Charles; and brother in law, Gary Baker. Ms. Rice was a member of Christian Fellowship and cherished her faith, family, and friends. She had been a resident of Stanton Nursing Home since 2019, where she received loving and compassionate care. Her family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the staff of Stanton Nursing Home, as well as Hospice East, for the kindness, comfort, and care shown to her. She enjoyed spending time on her tablet, which allowed her to stay connected with the family and friends who meant so much to her. Above all, Ms. Rice loved her family more than anything and treasured the time and memories they shared. She was also an avid animal lover and had a special place in her heart for animals.
Survivors include, son, Shane Christopher Rice (Kristi Meyerholtz); daughter, Amanda (David) Russell; brothers: Clell (Donna) Charles Jr, Ricky Charles (Elissa Kennon), Sammy Shuler, David (Melissa) Charles, Matthew (Bridgett) Charles, and Teddy Charles; sister, Melissa Ann Baker; grandchildren, CJ Meadows, Haley Bremer, Corey Hensley, Marti Johnson, Angelina Hensley, Xavier Hensley, Kira Smith , Taylor Rice, Hope Helton, Stokleigh Rice, Austin Rice, and Jordan Rice; nine great grandkids; and a host of nieces and nephews. Services Tuesday, September 22, 2:00PM Wells Funeral Home by Bro. Harold Kelly. Visitation Tuesday 12-2PM at the funeral home. Burial in Charles Family Cemetery with CJ Meadows, Austin Rice, James Johnson, Ricky Charles, and Greg Southwood serving as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, contributions suggested to Guatemala Missions, P.O. Box 296, Clay City, KY 40312 or Hospice East.
Billy Joe Denniston,
of Nada, widower of Minnie Denniston, passed away Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Centerpoint Health, Winchester. He was born October 20, 1940 in Slade to the late AJ and Nora King Denniston. Survivors include, sons, Albert Denniston, Dewayne Denniston, and Jimmy (Kim) Denniston; daughter, Janet (Wayne) Lykins; brother, Bruce Denniston; sisters, Ethel Campbell, Eva Cox, and Callie Hall; grandchildren, Bobby (Belle) Lykins, Amanda (Scotty) Tolson, Braxton Denniston, Derick Denniston, Jake Denniston, Savannah Utterback, Canaan Denniston, and Tanner Denniston; great-grandchildren, Colton Lykins, Peyton Thompson, Jerry Wayne Lykins, Avery Utterback, and Gabriel Utterback. No services scheduled at this time.
Joyce Marie Lane,
91, of Clay City, widow of Burt Lane, passed away Monday, September 14, 2026 at her home. She was born October 30, 1934 in Kewanee, Illinois to the late Leland and Ruth Hepburne Daniels. She was a retired factory worker. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son, Alvin Choate; daughter, Teresa Choate; brother, Don Daniels; and sisters, Shirley Daniels and Unita Sawickis. Survivors include son, James (Barbara) Choate; daughters, Sharon Balwin and Debbie Baker; seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Visitation Monday 12-2pm at the funeral home. Burial following in the Family Cemetery at 345 Pasley Road, Clay City with Brian Meadows, James Choate Jr, Danny Darbyshire, Christian Darbyshire, Michael Baldwin, and Bryson Sparks serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Shaun Baldwin, Stephen Baldwin, Averie Choate, and James Choate Jr.
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Patsy Ann Hurt
of Clay City, KY on Monday, September 14,2026 at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington. She was the widow of Denzel “Wendell” Hurt. She was born September 23, 1945 in Lexington to the late George & Mable Spencer Rogers. 1 Corinthians 13 extols the enduring value of love: “And now abide faith, hope, and love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” Patsy was a woman who loved well. She loved God above all, her church and her family. She loved to pray and to be a light to others. She will be dearly missed in this world by those she leaves behind. Survivors include: sons Wendell (Roslynn) Hurt & Paul David Hurt; daughters Mary Ann (Jack) Beasley & Linda Kay (Michael Keith) Yeary; half-brother George Rogers, Jr.; half-sisters Billie Johnson & Gloria Rogers; eight grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; best friend Kathleen McClure; and bonus sister Debbie Denniston. She was preceded in death by: parents George & Mabel Rogers; husband Denzel “Wendell” Hurt; and grandson Roy Issac Perry. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00PM Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Wells Funeral Home with Bro. Sammy Faulkner officiating. Visitation will precede the funeral on Thursday, beginning at 11:00AM for family and from noon until 2:00PM for friends. Burial will follow the service in Eaton Cemetery in Clay City.
Samuel Edward Rogers, Sr.,
age 70 of Clay City, KY, passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Stanton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. He was born September 20, 1955 to the late William Bruce & Gladys Lane Rogers. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include: sons Anthony (Angie) Rogers & Samuel Rogers, Jr.; daughter Tonya Rudd; brothers Larry Rogers & Ricky Rogers; grandchildren Austin (Kayla E.) Smith, Ashley (Wes) Cravens, Danielle (David) Woosley, & Kaleb Dewey (Brooklyn) Rogers; great-grandchildren Alton Banks, Serenity Brown, Pvt. Damien Brown, Zane Woosley, Jasper Hullinger, Lillie Woosley, & Ellie Hulliger; and numerous extended family & friends. He was preceded in death by: parents William & Gladys Rogers; brothers Harold Rogers, Willard Rogers, John Rogers, Duval Rogers, & Eugene “Pine Knot” Rogers; sisters Gracie Townsend, Ollie Rosetta Spencer, Rena Rogers, & Mabel Rogers; grandson Dallas Cooper; companions Sharon Overpeck & Alphia Burton; and longtime best friend Lonnie Curtis. Visitation will be held Friday, September 18 at Wells Funeral beginning at 5:00PM for family and 6:00PM for friends. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00AM on Saturday, September 19 at Wells Funeral Home. Burial will follow at the Rogers Chapel Cemetery with the help of pallbearers David Woosley, Dale Goodwin, Dwayne Cooper, Glenn Townsend, Jamie Overpeck Jr., Paul Rogers, Jonathan Rogers, & Patrick Jordan. Honorary pallbearers are Austin Smith, Kaleb Rogers, Alton Banks, Pvt. Damien Brown, Zane Woosely, & Jasper Hulliger.
Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Neal,
88, the wife of George Elvin Neal, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2026 in Clay City, KY. She was born Thursday, October 7, 1937 to the late Luther & Gladys Tipton Trent. In her life, Betty held several jobs, ran her own business, was a gifted seamstress, but she was a devoted homemaker throught it all. Survivors include: husband George Elvin Neal; daughters Nina (Douglas) Everman & Sheila (Michael) Begley; brothers Eddie (Connie) Trent, Donald (Pam) Trent, Johnny (Lisa) Trent, & Ronnie (Lynn) Trent, all of Okeechobee, FL; sister Brenda Appleton, also of Okeechobee, FL; grandchildren Michael B. Begley, Khristina (Dean Tipton) Everman; Dr. Nicole (Anthony) Everman-Smith, Joshua (Cassandra) Begley, & Charity (Johnny) Edwards; great-grandchildren George Calaeb Everman, Cameron (Allison) Begley, Madelyn Yarber, Wyatt Ballou, Austin (Kaley) Begley, Tyson Edwards, Beau Begley, Bryson Edwards, Mason Edwards, Dallason Edwards, & Chloe Smith; great-great-granddaughter Memphis Everman; bonus granddaughter Jennifer (Donnie) Ward; bonus great-granchildren Connor Campbell, Cassidy Winburn, & Maggie King; bonus great-great-grandchild Kohen Harmon; and many nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by: parents Luther & Gladys Trent; son George E. Neal, II; and bonus great-grandson Richie Ward. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00PM on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Wells Funeral Home in Stanton. Visitation will be held Monday, September 14 beginning at 5:00PM for family and 6:00PM for friends. Burial will follow the funeral at Stanton Cemetery with the casket carried by Betty’s grandchildren. Honorary pallbearers include Dr. Holbrook, Hospice East staff, Penny King, Candace Burke, all Betty’s friends & extended family.
Clarence Wayne Fortney,
79, of Clay City husband of Andrea Mastin Fortney, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Centerpoint Health, Winchester. He was born November 5, 1946 in Charleston, WV to the late Clarence “Cotton” and Ruby Couch Fortney. Wayne was a graduate of Lafayette High School, and he continued his education at Eastern Kentucky University. Throughout his life, he possesed a strong work eithic and entrepreneurial spirit. He owned and operated several businesses over the years, including Parkway Loan, Home Supply, and U-Store-it. Through his many businesses, he formed many friendships and became a familar and respected member of the community. He was a member of the Clay City United Methodist Church. Of all his accomplishments, none meant more to him than his family. He was a devoted husband, caring father, and a proud grandfather who treasured the time spent with those he loved. Survivors include wife of 60 years, Andrea Fortney; grandsons, Calvin Fortney and Graham Centimole; brother, Steve Sharp; sister, Beth Sharp; sister-in-law, Lorna (David) Baker; nieces, Candrea (John) Mers and Delisa (Rick) Cooper; special aunt, Billie Long; and special cousin, Alisa Ryan. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, beloved son, CW Fortney; and sister, Sandra Werner. Services Tuesday, September 8, 1:00PM, Wells Funeral Home by Bro. Kim Rose. Visitation Tuesday 11:00AM-1PM at the funeral home. Burial in Stanton Cemetery with Craig Ryan, Cam Ryan, Cody Ryan, Conner Ryan, Darian Costello, Dakaylan Costello, Keegan Stokley, Niko Stokley, Lane Orem, Ross Annis, and Max Wylie serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Jerry and Gathala Strange. In lieu of flowers contributions suggested to Clay City United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 137, Clay City, KY 40312.
Sharon Kay Brandenburg,
76, of Stanton, passed away Saturday, August 29, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 1, 1950 in Clay City to the late James Everett and Juanita Stone Brandenburg. Throughout her life, Kay was known for an incredible work ethic, a willingness to help others, and a determination to always stay busy. After dedicating many years to education as a school teacher and librarian, she retired from the school system, but retirement certainly didn’t mean slowing down. Over the years, Kay wore many hats and took on numerous side jobs, always believing in the value of an honest day’s work. She worked in banking, prepared taxes, and served others as an insurance agent until her health no longer allowed her to. She was dedicated to her children above all and treasured her family more than anything. Survivors include, son, Daylan Kinser; daughter, Lori Brandenburg; sister, Deloris Neugebauer; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Hazel Brandenburg Kirby, and brother, Larry Brandenburg. Services Thursday, September 3, 1:00PM Wells Funeral Home, Stanton by Bro. Brad Epperson. Visitation Wednesday 6-8pm at the funeral home. Burial in Stonegate Cemetery with Rob Rice, Dwayne Jamison, Jason Thomas, Shannon Cayze, Bill Kirby, and Kenny Rice serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Deloris Neugebauer, Jason Neugebauer, Frances Rice, Dickie Rice, Gayle Stewart, Lonnie Dale Stewart, Phyllis Johnson, Doris Gibert, Tina Gilbert, and Taffie Curtis.
Nova Wayne Curtis Jr.,
65, of Stanton, husband of Crystal Tolson Curtis, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2026 at Hospice Care Center, Lexington. He was born May 12, 1961 in Lexington, Kentucky to the late Nova Wayne and Maude Bellamy Curtis. Survivors include, wife, Crystal Curtis; son, Joseph Wayne Curtis; daughters, Christiana Curtis and Natasha (Billy) Lawson; sisters, Joyce (Ray) Parido and Carol (Bo) Spangler; granddaughter, Bella Curtis. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Fernneta Curtis; sons, Joshua Curtis and Jacob Curtis; numerous sisters, and a brother. Services Friday, September 4, 2:00PM Wells Funeral Home. Visitation Friday 12-2pm at the funeral home.
James Ralph Thacker,
87, of Ravenna, husband of Helen Sue Frazier Thacker, passed away Monday, August 24, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born January 17, 1939 in Patsy, Kentucky to the late Robert Charles and Callie Dickerson Thacker. Survivors include, wife, Helen Sue Thacker; sons, Darrell (Michelle) Thacker and Farrell Thacker; grandchildren, Keith (Jerri) Thacker, Ryan (Amber) Thacker, Brooklyn (Austin) Williams, and Brett Rison; and great-grandchildren, Andrew, Chevelle, Easton, Rylan, and Ellie. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Cindy Rison, and several brothers and sisters. Services Saturday, August 29, 2:00PM by Bro. Wesley Hale. Visitation Saturday 12-2pm at the funeral home. Burial in Cobb Hill Cemetery with Keith Thacker, Benny Bishop, Ron Moore, Austin Williams, Brett Rison, and Eddie Chaney serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving Robert Thacker, Joe Chaney, and Stan Rison.
John Franklin Tyra,
75, of Winchester, husband of Patty Miller Tyra passed away Sunday, August 16, 2026 at his home. He was born May 24, 1951 in Lee County, Kentucky to the late Viola Newton Hensley. Survivors include, wife, Patty Tyra; son, John Tyra Jr; daughter, Chandra Williams; brother, Charles Tyra; grandson, Mason Tyra; and numerous grandchildren.
Hezzie Dwight Bishop,
66, of Clay City, husband of Sharon Campbell Bishop, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at Baptist Health Lexington. He was born March 14, 1960 in Campton, Kentucky to Elish and the late Wilma Lois McKinney Bishop. Survivors include, father, Elish Bishop; wife, Sharon Bishop; son, Jacob (Tanina) Bishop; step-daughters, Sherry Curtis and Heather Curtis; brothers, Raymond (Mary) Bishop and Richard Bishop; sister, Leshal Morton; grandchildren, Elisabeth Jo Bishop, Tucker Bishop, Clayton Bishop, Madelyn Bishop, Savannah Reed, Kelsey Bellamy, Abby Lawson, and Gary Kirk Whitlock; great-grandchildren, Ava Stone, Emma Stone, and Grayson Fugate. He was preceded in death by his mother, Wilma Bishop; son, William Bishop; and daughter, Jessica Bishop. Services Saturday, August 15, 1:00PM Wells Funeral Home, Stanton by Bro. Tommy Evans. Visitation Saturday 11am-1pm at the funeral home. Burial in Bishop Cemetery #2 with Tucker Bishop, Clayton Bishop, Ricky Bishop, Larry Ray Morton, Glen Bishop, Danny Tracy, Ricky Tracy, and Sonny Campbell serving as pallbearers.
Patricia Carol “Patsy” Ledford,
69, of Clay City, widow of Michael Ledford, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026 at her home. She was born December 17, 1956 in Campton, Kentucky to the late William Swango and Janice Yeary Swango. Survivors include, mother, Janice Swango; son, Randy (Jessica) Ledford; grandchildren, Adam Ledford and Raegen Ledford; brothers, Ronald (Linda) Swango and Steve Swango; sister, Sue (Terry) McClure. Patsy was preceded in death by her father, William Swango and husband, Michael Ledford. Services Thursday, August 13, 11:00AM Wells Funeral Home by Bro Brad Epperson. Visitation Wednesday 5-9pm at the funeral home. Burial in McClure-Swango Cemetery.
Paul Edgar “Bug” Crabtree,
57, of Berea, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2026 at University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington. He was born August 25, 1968 in Campton, Kentucky to the late Talmadge Lewis and Mary Etta Belle Sons Crabtree. Survivors include, sons, Jeremy and Ryan Crabtree; daughter, Amanda Dollar Rice; step-daughters, Tanna and Angel King; brother, Brian Clay Crabtree; nephews and nieces, Adam “Monster Mash” Crabtree, Ashley “Baby Girl” Vanover, “Sarie Jane” Pasley, Jerrica “Cabby” Crabtree, Timara “Mater” Crabtree, Amanda “Doolittle” Conrad, and Kylah “Koolaid” Sheehan. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, JL Crabtree, Timothy “Beanie” Crabtree, and Gerald Crabtree. Services Sunday, August 16, 3:00PM. Visitation Sunday 1:00PM for family and 2:00PM for friends. Pallbearers serving, Rub “Doodoo” Skidmore, Will Crabtree, Wayne Crouch, Johnny Roberts, and John Boyd. Honorary pallbearers serving, nieces, nephews, Ethan Brannon, Bill Clountz, Jack Clountz, and Neal Cora.
Billy Ray Shoemaker,
86, of Jeffersonville, husband of Ruth Ann Martin Shoemaker, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2026 at his home. He was born January 14, 1940 in Mount Sterling, Kentucky to the late Walter Scott and Audie Mae Vice Shoemaker. Bill was a Air Force Veteran and retiree of National Linen Service. Survivors include, wife, Ruth Ann Shoemaker; daughters, Kathy Mullooly, Monica (Mike) Vivian, Angie (Larry) Shelley, and Michelle (Waylon) Dicken; sister, Eunice Whalen; grandchildren, Amber Brunner, Jacob (Elaine) Mullooly, Ethan Vivian, Jessica (Joey Harmon) Shelley, William Vivian, Lucas (Carrigan) Dicken, and Trace Dicken; great-grandchildren, Kenley Brunner, Dylan Brunner, Oliver Delapaz, Elijah Jacob Tam, and Madelyn Harmon. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Scott Shoemaker and Harry Bush Shoemaker; sisters, Betty Jane Roberts and Lois Bo Shoemaker; and daughter, Pam Sturgill. Services Thursday, August 13, 6:00PM by Bro. Kevin Strausbaugh and Bro. Jim Skidmore. Pallbearers serving, Mike Vivian, Larry Shelley, Waylon Dicken, Ethan Vivian, Jacob Mullooly, Will Vivian, Lucas Dicken, and Trace Dicken.
Charles Lynn Rogers,
78, of Stanton, husband of Joyce Skinner Rogers, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026 at Centerpoint Health Winchester. He was born July 30, 1948 in Lee County to the late Leonard D. and Chelsie Hall Rogers. Charlie retired from Rockwell International-Meritor working in Winchester and Oshkosh, WI. He will be remembered as a gifted and accomplished clogger whose talent carried his to remarkable stages. A three-time World Grand Champion clogger, he proudly represented his passion by performing in Washington, DC at the folklife festival during the administration of President Richard Nixon, the Governor’s Ball in Frankfort, and at the renowned Hoedown Island. While these achievements brought him great pride, he remained humble and happiest around his dear family and friends, especially his dog Milo. He found great joy in life’s simple pleasures. Whether visiting friends at the Stanton Dairy Queen, browsing the Peddlers Mall, checking out cars, or relaxing on his porch watching nature, he treasured every moment.
Survivors include, wife, Joyce Rogers; sons, Shane Rogers and Keegan (Wendy Florence) Rogers; daughter, Julie (Phillip) Clark; brother, Darrell (Nancy) Rogers; and grandchildren, Jackie (Logan) Arvin and Peyton Clark. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Lanny Dale Rogers; sister, LaDonna Pelfrey; and nephew, Phillip Pelfrey. Services Wednesday, August 12, 11:00AM Wells Funeral Home by Bro. James Harold Combs. Visitation Tuesday 5-8pm at the funeral home. Burial in Stonegate Cemetery with Julie Clark, Phillip Clark, Peyton Clark, Shane Rogers, Keegan Rogers, and Logan Arvin serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Darrell Rogers, Dallas Watkins, Mark Matney, Nephews, Nieces, Powell County Sheriff’s Office, and Stanton Dairy Queen Crew.
Robert Vaughn Mize,
82, of Clay City, husband of Helen Anderson Mize, passed away Friday, August 7, 2026 at VA Medical Center, Lexington. He was born April 18, 1944 in Clay City to the late William and Weeda Tipton Mize. Survivors include, wife, Helen Mize; sister, Wilma (Tony) Willoughby; grandchildren, Jeffrey Flinchum and Brittany (Josh) Pelfrey; great-grandchildren, Logan Pelfrey, Kaylee Mathews, and Malia Mathews. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Bill Mize, John Tipton, and Wayne Tipton; and sisters, Dorothy Stone and Ruth Love. Services Tuesday, August 11, 1:00PM by Bro. Sammy Faulkner. Visitation Tuesday 12-1pm at the funeral home. Burial in Vaughns Mill Cemetery with Josh Pelfrey, Brittany Pelfrey, Jordan Mathews, Kaylee Mathews, and Michael Anderson serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, his church family.
Scottie Reese Hall,
72, of Clay City, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026 at his home. He was born June 13, 1954 in Clay City to the late James “Jimmy” and Dorothy Goodwin Hall. Survivors include, son, David (Betty) Hall; daughters, Rhonda Hall and Rebecca Hall; grandchildren, Brittany Hall, Derrick Brooks, Kaleb (Amanda) Hall, Tasha (Richard) Rogers, Brandon (Jessica) Powell, Logan Rogers, Honaleigh Campbell, Drew Ginter, Xan (Cassi) Ginter, Noah Ginter, Ian Ginter, and Kohlton King; great-grandchildren, Jeremiah Rogers, Trenton Wheeler, Bracken Powell, Coledon Powell, Ryker Martin, Nathan (Fred) Chamberlin Hoskins, Cortni Booth, Peyton Hall, Brennan Ashley, Alec Hall, Lavender Hall, and Lazuli Hall; brothers, Richard Hall and Rodney Hall; and sister, Helen Corey. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Franklin Hall, William Hall, and Amery Hall; sister, Lizzie Fouch; and daughter in law, Patty Hall. Services Monday, August 10, 2:00PM Wells Funeral Home by Bro. Franklin Hall Jr. Visitation Sunday 6-8pm at the funeral home. Burial in Hall Cemetery with Derrick Brooks, Logan Rogers, Kaleb Hall, Bracken Powell, Drew Ginter, and Jeremiah Rogers serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Cortni Booth, Brittany Hall, Tasha Rogers, Betty Hall, Jessica Powell, Amanda Hall, Trenton Wheeler, and Nathan Chamberlin.
Barry Joe Chaney,
70, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at his home. He was born December 14, 1955 in Winchester, Kentucky to the late Avery Joe Chaney and Mary “Dottie” Ovington Chaney. Survivors include, mother, Dottie Chaney; daughter, Kelly (Jesse Gibson) Chaney; son, James Chaney; brothers, Garry (Kathy) Chaney, Terry Chaney, Keith Chaney, Harry Chaney, and Kevin Chaney; and sister, Kathleen (Rickie) Boyd. He was preceded in death by his father, Avery Joe Chaney. Services Monday, August 3, 1:00PM Wells Funeral Home. Visitation Monday 11am-1pm at the funeral home. Burial in Stanton Cemetery with Chris Chaney, Dustin Boyd, Faron Davis, Jesse Gibson, Matthew Chaney, and Tyler Derickson serving as pallbearers.
Lula Abner,
76, wife of Steve Abner, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026 at her home. She was born September 5, 1949 in Clay City, Kentucky to the late Dewey and Anna Muncie Nolan. Survivors include, husband, Steve Abner; son, Jason Abner; aunt, Jeannie Crowe; sister-in-law, Rose Runyons; Brothers-in-law, Tim Abner and Chris (Jean) Abner. Lula was preceded in death by her parents. Visitation Saturday, August 1, 1-4pm at the funeral home.
Mr. William Harold Campbell,
74, widower of Brenda Sue Campbell, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at his home in Bowen, KY. He was born Monday, September 10, 1951 in Lombard (Nada) to the late Otis James & Ethel Townsend Campbell Cole. A retiree of the Kentucky State Highway Dept. and with long service as a committed firefighter serving with the Middle Fork Vounteer Fire Dept., he will be greatly missed by his family and his community. Survivors include: sons Otis Wayne (Brandy) Campbell, Robert Harold (Jessica) Campbell, Victor Scott Campbell, Quinton Dale (Heather) Campbell, Jeff Hall, Roger Spicer, daughters Cathy Campbell Wireman & Angela Hamilton; several others who considered him a father; brother Darrell (Linda) Campbell; eighteen grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by: parents Otis Campbell & Ethel Townsend Cole; wife Brenda Sue Campbell; brother James Campbell; sister Louise Campbell Robinson; and grandson Ethan Wireman. Funeral services will be conducted at Wells Funeral Home 1:00PM Saturday, July 25. Visitation will also be Saturday, beginning at 10:00AM for family & 11:00AM for friends.
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