​Betty Jean Madison, age 84 of Brownsville, KY departed this life on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, TN.  The Barren County native was born on June 24, 1933 to the late George and Elizabeth Bybee Smith.  She was married to Emory E. Madison, who preceded her in death. 

Betty was a homemaker and seamstress for Union Underwear.  She also attended Brownsville Missionary Baptist Church.
 
She leaves to honor her memory— one son, Keith Madison (Sue) of Brandenburg, KY; five grandchildren, Eric Madison (Gabrielle) of Woodburn, Michael Lee Meredith (Jamie) of Oakland, Elizabeth Cain (Mark) of Flaherty, Justin Meredith (Donetta) of Brownsville and Ethan Madison of Brandenburg; two great grandchildren, Eli Meredith and Emorie James Meredith; two brothers, Bill Smith of Smiths Grove and Jim Smith of Nashville, TN; two sisters, Pat James of Bowling Green and Wanda Herald of Smiths Grove; one son-in-law, Jerry Meredith of Brownsville and several nieces and nephews.  

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Peggy Sue Meredith; one brother, Earl Smith and two sisters, Fran Madison and Phyllis Helton.   

Interment will be in Rocky Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to:  Rocky Hill Cemetery, c/o Donna Short, 18966 Louisville Road, Park City, KY  42160.

VISITATION
2 – 8 pm, Friday, April 27, 2018
9 am - 1 pm, Saturday, April 28, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
1 pm, Saturday, April 28, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

​Dennis Lane Wright, 70, of Brownsville received his angel wings, surrounded by loved ones  at 11:25 AM Monday  April 23, 2018 at Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green.
 
The Jefferson County native was a construction worker and contractor and a member of the National Trapshooting Association. He was a son of the late Earl Wright and Lela Best Wright Stone (Leon). Dennis left a strong legacy of family comes first and giving to others in need.  He loved hunting and fishing and most of all, spending time with his family.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday at Gravil Funeral Home. Visitation will be 12-3 PM Saturday.

Dennis is survived by his wife of 51 years Nellie Brooks Wright; three daughters,  Lori Foulks (Wayne) of Kyrock, Carol Chandler (Greg) of Louisville and Deborah Cowles (Jeff) of Brownsville;  a sister, Carolyn Sue McCauley (Mick) of Peonia; eight grandchildren, Dennis Moore, Megan Mistelske (Aaron), Dawn Moore, Daniel Wright, Aaron Foulks, Lindsey Cowles, Cody Cowles, and Adam Foulks;  three great grandchildren,  Laynee Meredith, Dallas Moore, and Lennox Cowles, as well as his best friend Buddy.
     
The family would like to give special thanks to Pam Doyle, Tabby Doyle, and Desiree Hart who cared for him and kept him comfortable and at home while he struggled with Parkinson’s disease.
 
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in his name to St. Jude’s or the Parkinson’s Research foundation (parkinsons.org).

​Rebecca June Stewart Meredith, 68, of Grassland passed away at 9:48 PM Sunday April 22, 2018 at her home.
 
The Warren County native was a retired Desa employee, a homemaker and a member of New Grove Missionary Baptist Church. She was a daughter of the late George Laymon Stewart and Lizzie Marie Browning Stewart. She was preceded in death by a brother, Gerald Stewart.
 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Holly Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be 1-8 PM Wednesday and after 9:00 AM Thursday.
 
Surviving are two daughters, Tammy Williams and Deanna Miller both of Brownsville; a son Larry D. Highbaugh (Dalane) of Sweeden; two sisters, Maedean Hennion of Brownsville and Lona Lindsey of Sweeden; nine grandchildren, Cicelie Brewster, Chelsie Graham (Chris), Tyler Miller (Chasity), Taylor Miller, Addison Riggs, Quinton Highbaugh, Dakota Highbaugh, Terri Williams and Vean Williams; and a great grandson, Kyle Graham.

​Debbie Jean Billa, 51, of Cave City, KY, departed this life on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at her residence.  The Chardon, OH native was born on May 7, 1966 to the late Henry L. Hanson and Judith A. Wantz Hanson.  She was married to Tony Billa, who survives. 

Debbie was employed by Pan Oston as an account manager. 

Besides her husband, she leaves to honor her memory— one son, Nicholas Billa of Park City; two daughters, Rachel Billa and Jessica Billa both of Cave City; three bothers, Joseph Hanson (Dana) of Jacksonville, FL, Thomas Hanson of Washington, DC and Jeffrey Hanson of Tallahassee, FL; one sister, Julie Hanson of Bowling Green and two grandchildren, Peyton Gibson  and Dylan Billa.  She was preceded in death by two sons, Tony Billa, Jr. and Chris Billa. 

Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to: American Cancer Society, 2425 Scottsville Road, Bowling Green, KY  42104. 

VISITATION
5 - 8 pm, Wednesday, April 25, 2018
11 am - 8 pm, Thursday, April 26, 2018
9 - 11 am, Friday, April 27, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
11 am, Friday, April 27, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

​Donnie G. Aaron, 58, of Park City, KY, departed this life on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at T.J. Samson Hospital in Glasgow. The Clinton County native was born on June 23, 1959 to the late Holland Aaron and Bertie Perdue. He was married to Sandra Cope Aaron, who survives. 

Donnie was employed by Osh Kosh B’Gosh as a data entry clerk.  He was a member of the First Church of Nazarene of Glasgow. 

Besides his wife, he leaves to honor his memory— one son, Nicholas Aaron of Park City; two daughters, Leslie Jones (Chris) of Park City and Summara Deschesne (Allen) of Glasgow; his mother, Bertie Perdue of Albany; one brother, Russell Aaron (Susan) of Jamestown, TN; two sisters, Holly Moreland (Ronnie) of Albany and Belinda Hill (Mike) of Salem, IN and six grandchildren, Chyrston Jones, Karissa Jones, Alanna Deschesne, Nicole Deschesne, Andrew Deschesne and Isabella Deschesne. 

Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to:  Donnie G. Aaron Memorial Fund, c/o Patton Funeral Home, P.O. 326, Brownsville, KY  42210.

VISITATION
2 - 8 pm,  Monday April 23, 2018
9 - 11 am, Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
11 am, Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

​Kecia Spainhoward Pilkenton, age 49 of Smiths Grove, KY departed this life on Friday, April 20, 2018 at her residence.  The Edmonson County native was born on May 22, 1968 to Jessie Daniel “Danny” Spainhoward and the late Brenda Kaye Johnson Spainhoward.  She was married to Marshall Pilkenton. 

Kecia was a former pharmacy technician at The Prescription Shop, and also cooked at many area restaurants.  She was a member of Brownsville General Baptist Church. 

Besides her husband and father, she leaves to honor her memory-- two sons, Scotty Pilkenton and Coda Pilkenton (Amanda) all of Smiths Grove; two brothers, Terry Spainhoward (Janice) of Bee Spring and Jerry Spainhoward (Marsha) of Brownsville and one sister, Flora Ellen Jones (Michael) of Murfreesboro, TN.  She was preceded in death by one sister, Jessica Isenberg and one brother, Gary Thomas Spainhoward. 

Interment will be in Midway Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to:  Kecia Pilkenton Memorial Fund, c/o Patton Funeral Home, P.O. Box 326, Brownsville, KY  42210. 

VISITATION
1 – 8 pm, Sunday, April 22, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel
9 am - 2 pm, Monday, April 23, 2018
Brownsville General Baptist Church
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FUNERAL SERVICE
2 pm, Monday, April 23, 2018
Brownsville General Baptist Church

​George E. Blair, age 80 of Bowling Green, KY departed this life on Friday, April 20, 2018 at Morgantown Care & Rehab.  The Kenton County native was born on June 18, 1937 to the late George Blair and Mae Madison Blair.  He was married to Betty Sue Wingfield Blair, who preceded him in death. 

George retired from Holley Carburetor as a machine operator.  He was also a member of Midway United Missionary Baptist Church.

He leaves to honor his memory— one son, Eddie Blair of Bowling Green; two daughters, Sheila Blair Ash of Louisville and Lisa Blair Cary (Finis) of Bowling Green; four grandchildren, Megan Cary, Kaytlin Blair, Daniel Blair and Sam Cary; one sister, Emma Nell Reneer (Joe) of Louisville and one half brother, John Plank (Lou Ann) of Bowling Green. 

Interment will be in Kinser Cemetery.

VISITATION
3 - 8 pm, Sunday, April 22, 2018
9 - 11 am, Monday, April 23, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
11 am, Monday, April 23, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

​Nathan “Nat” Rich, age 98 of Louisville, KY departed this life on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital.  The Edmonson County native was born on September 12, 1919 to the late Solomon Frank Rich and Annie Meredith Rich.  He was married to Mable Skaggs Rich, who preceded him in death. 

Nat was a World War II Navy veteran, and retired from Griffin & Company as a foreman and welder of the Sheet Metal Workers. He was also a teacher at Ahren’s Vocational  School.   He was a member of the Sunset Lodge #915 F&AM Scottish Rite, VFW Post 06937, Sheet Metal Workers Union #110, and a member of Ollie United Baptist Church. 

He leaves to honor his memory, one son, Bruce Rich of Louisville, KY; one brother, Noel Glen Rich of Clarksville, IN; several generations of nieces and nephews and a host of friends and family members.  He was preceded in death by one son, Bobby Harold Rich; three sisters, Edna Smith, Pauline Sanders and Syble Barkley and four brothers, Fred, Chesteen, Rex and an infant.

Interment will be in Ollie Cemetery, Mammoth Cave, KY.

VISITATION
11 am - 8 pm EST, Sunday, April 22, 2018
10 am - 2 pm, EST, Monday, April 23, 2018
Owen Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Hwy., Louisville, KY  40216

MASONIC SERVICE
7 pm EST, Sunday, April 22, 2018
Sunset Lodge #915 F&AM
Owen Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Hwy., Louisville, KY  40216

FUNERAL SERVICE
2 pm, EST, Monday, April 23, 2018
Owen Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Hwy., Louisville, KY  40216

James Roland Lobb, 80 years old of Glasgow, departed this life on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at The Medical Center in Bowling Green. Roland passed peacefully surrounded by his family. His strong will to live and unwavering faith in God, along with the love  and prayers of family, friends and many supporters, carried him through three months of hospitalization.

He was born in Barren County on March 31, 1938 to the late Roger and Ella Jewell Vance Lobb. Later, he met his loving wife of forty-four years, Grace Aileen Cassady Lobb, and they raised three children together.   Roland was known for his ease in friendship, with even strangers, and his contagious smile that would lighten your day. Throughout his life, he won the hearts and trust of many, who are changed by his witness and constant love and faith. He will never be forgotten for his signature gift of joy,  his constant smile, laughter and joking around.   Roland loved farming, driving a school bus for the Barren County School System for many years, and in the summers driving a tour bus at Mammoth Cave National Park. He served as a deacon at Rolling Hills United Baptist Church.

Besides his wife, he leaves to honor his memory— one son, Michael Shirley of Nashville; two daughters, Tywanna Childress (Bruce) of Bee Spring and Kayla Warren (Mike) of Johnson City, TN; one grandson, Craig Childress (Jessica Hogan); two great grandchildren, Brooklynn and Cayleb; one sister, Willa Dean Brown of Park City; one sister-in-law, Eleanor Lobb of  Smiths Grove and many more beloved family members.  He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Kenny and Leon Lobb, and one grandson, Keith Childress.

Internment will be in Walnut Hill Cemetery in Park City.

VISITATION
5  – 8 pm, Friday, April 20, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel
11 am—2 pm, Saturday, April 21, 2018
Rolling Hills United Baptist Church

​FUNERAL SERVICE
2 pm, Saturday, April 21, 2018
Rolling Hills United Baptist Church

​Randall "Randy" Thomas, 67, of Brownsville passed away at 9:12 AM March 3, 2018 at his home.
 
The Warren County native was an employee of Southern States and a farmer. He was a son of the late Raymond Thomas and Gladys Wilson Thomas. He was preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Thomas.
 
Memorial service will be held at 6:30 PM Wednesday at Community Church at Cedar Springs.
 
Surviving are his wife, Wilma Jean Farris Thomas; two daughters, Christy Filback (Kim) and Pam Thomas both of Brownsville; a brother, Charles Thomas (Wanda) of Jamestown; a sister, Patricia Emmitt of Richardsville; and two grandchildren, Tristan Filback and Matthew Holder.

​Melvin Dale “Dawson” Strange, Sr., age 88, passed from this life on April 12, 2018. God granted his prayer, allowing him to die at his home and at peace. Melvin was born in Cub Run, Kentucky, on May 4, 1929, and was “born again” in 1941 at Cherry Springs Missionary Baptist Church.

Toward the end of the Great Depression, his parents moved to Louisville to find work, settling at first in the Remount community, helping form the little Second United Baptist Church of Louisville during WWII. He worked for the L&N Railroad yard for several years & then at General Electric Appliance Park, in Building 5 Maintenance, for over 30 years.

He was called by First United Baptist Church of Louisville (Longfield) to be a Deacon and was called by God to preach His word officially becoming a licensed minister in 1971. As a gospel preacher, Melvin pastored five United Baptist churches over the years, they being: Fairdale, Forest View, Beaver Dam Chapel, Mt. Zion Warren County, and Rockford View, and as assistant pastor at First United of Louisville (Longfield).

Melvin was a 65-year Master Mason, also Past Master & Chaplain with Highland Park Lodge 865.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walton and Mishie West Strange, and siblings Howard Strange, Margie Middleton, Rowena Trammel, Alta Blair, Henry Strange, and Pete Strange. Also preceding him in death was his wife of 53 years, Pauline Mattingly, and wife of 10 years Sarah Wheat.

He is survived by his sister, Aleen Mullins, sons Dale Strange and David Strange (Bonnie), grandchildren Michelle Butler (John), Christina Delk (Keith), and Nathan Strange, and grandchildren Zachary and Noah Butler and Jack, Emily, and Lucy Delk.

Beloved by many, his gentle humility shows in his simple request to have engraved on his tombstone, “He tried.” The family wishes to thank the beloved people of Rockford View United Baptist Church and so many others for their caring devotion to Melvin in his waning years.

Visitation will be Tuesday, April 17, 2018 2-8pm and Wednesday, April 18, 2018 10am-8pm at Arch L. Heady & Son Funeral Home, 8519 Preston Hwy. Funeral services will be Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 11am in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow at the Lone Hill United Baptist Church Cemetery.

​Ronald “Tiny” Emerson, age 76, of Rocky Hill, KY, passed away Saturday, April 14, 2018 at The Medical Center in Bowling Green. The Edmonson County native was born on November 4, 1941 to the late Lester Emerson and Opal Beckner Isenberg. He was married to Doris Madison Emerson, who survives.
  
He was a farmer, retired maintenance worker for the Commonwealth of Kentucky and a member of the Baptist faith.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Michael Edward Emerson (Nikki) of Mt. Washington; one grandson, Jonathan Emerson of Mt. Washington; one brother, Arlen Emerson of Louisville; two sisters, Doris Herald of Bon Ayr and Eleanor Lobb of Rocky Hill and one sister-in-law, Judy Besser (Gary) of Elizabethtown.

Interment will be in Rocky Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to: Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1456, Bowling Green, KY 42102.

VISITATION
5 - 8 pm, Monday, April 16, 2018
10 am – 2 pm, Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
2 pm, Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

​Bobby Chase, 69, of Park City, KY, passed away Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Signature Healthcare in Glasgow. The Barren County native was born on November 28, 1948 to the late Harry and Katherine Goad Chase. He was married to Brenda Decker Chase, who preceded him in death. 

He was a farmer and a member of Little Bethel Baptist Church.

He is survived by twin brother, Donnie Chase (Patricia) of Glasgow; one sister, Dorothy Chase of Glasgow; several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by three brothers, W.T., Archie and Jessie Chase.

Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions can be made to: American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

VISITATION
4 - 8 pm, Saturday April 14, 2018
9 am – 12 pm, Sunday, April 15, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
12 pm, Sunday, April 15, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

​Charles R. “Buck” Childress, age 63 of Mammoth Cave, KY departed this life on Sunday, April 8, 2018 at his residence.  The Edmonson County native was born on September 13, 1954 to the late  Howard and Lillian Murrill Childress. He was married to his devoted wife, Sandy Childress, who survives. 

Buck was a construction worker and owner of Buck’s Bullies and Bassets.  He was a member of Stockholm United Baptist Church.  

Besides his wife, he leaves to honor his memory—  one son, Scooter Childress of Mammoth Cave; one grandson, Doc Childress of Smiths Grove; five brothers, Bootsie Childress (Judy) of Cub Run, Larry Childress (Debbie) of Alabama, Mouse Childress (Sheila), Sam Childress and Prock Childress (Sandy) all of Cub Run; three sisters, Sas Thompson (Danny) of Mammoth Cave, Jiggie Reece of Glasgow and Snip Meredith (Randy) of Bee Spring.  He was preceded in death by two brothers, Freddie and Thudy Childress. 

Interment Stockholm Church Cemetery.

VISITATION
After 2 pm, Tuesday, April 10, 2018 until time of service
Stockholm United Baptist Church
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FUNERAL SERVICE
11 am, Thursday, April 12, 2018
Stockholm United Baptist Church

​Junior Jeffries, 87, of Park City, KY, passed away Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at Signature Healthcare in Glasgow. The Metcalfe County native was born on February 28, 1931 to the late Charlie M. and Mintie F. Glass Jeffries. He was married to the late Jeanette Morgan Jeffries. 

Junior retired from the armed forces where he served in the Marines and Army during the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was a member of Barren County Baptist Church, a Kentucky Colonel and past president of Park City Lions Club.

He is survived by two sons, Timmy Jeffries and Eddie Jeffries; two daughters, Teresa Toms (Robbie) and Debbie Bush (Donnie) all of Park City; four grandchildren, Casey Parker (Tommy), Dawn Toms, Jessica Bush and Dillon Key; three great grandchildren, Madison Toms, Gabe Parker and Bryce Clarkson and one great-great granddaughter, Emmory Toms.

Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery with military honors by Barren County D.A.V. Chapter 20.

Memorial contributions can be made to:  Barren County Baptist Church, c/o Brenda Gossett, 3787 Park City Glasgow Road, Park City, KY, 42160.

VISITATION
4 - 8 pm,  Friday, April 6, 2018
10 am- 2 pm, Saturday, April 7, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
2 pm, Saturday, April 7, 2018
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel