Alma Wilson Dennis, age 91, of  Mammoth Cave, KY departed this life in Bowling Green,   Thursday, May 30, 2019.  The Edmonson County native was born October 31, 1927 to the late    Henry and Ermine Childress Wilson and was married to the late Elbert Dennis.

Alma was a housewife and caretaker. She was a member of Green River O.E.S.  #557  and a member of Union Light Missionary Baptist Church  for 78 years.

She leaves to honor her memory—  three daughters, Debra Carroll (Ricky) of Mammoth Cave, Lori Rone (Steve) of Bowling Green and Dana Sue Dennis of Mammoth Cave; two sisters, Eleanor Church (Ross) of Louisville and Grace Day of Lexington; nine grandchildren, Scott Dennis, Kristi Dennis, Bryan Carroll, Beth Wilson (Shane), Shelly Tunks (K.B.), Shannon Houchin, Ashley Dennis , Haley Dennis and Stevi Rone; ten great grandchildren and a special niece, Chris Brooks. She was also preceded in death by three brothers; five sisters and four sons, Marvin, Billy, Darrell Dennis, Jimmy Dennis and two great grandchildren, Abigail Dennis and Aiden Dennis. 

Memorial contributions may be made to  Union Light Cemetery, c/o Sean Sanders, 230 Cub Run Rd., Mammoth Cave, KY 42259.

Interment will be in  Union Light Church Cemetery.

VISITATION
1 - 8 PM, Saturday,  June 1, 2019
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel
10 AM– 1PM, Sunday, June 2, 2019
Union Light Missionary Baptist Church

FUNERAL SERVICE
1 PM,  Sunday,  June 2, 2019
Union  Light  Missionary Baptist Church

​ARRANGEMENTS BY PATTON FUNERAL HOME BROWNSVILLE CHAPEL

​Glenda Vincent Wallace, 75, of Rocky Hill passed away at7:29 PM Wednesday May 29, 2019 at her home.
 
The Edmonson County native was a retired assembler for KEN-DEC in Cave City and was a Jehovah's Witness. She was a daughter of the late McGlenna Vincent and Ruth Pace Vincent and the wife of the late Bobby Jewell. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Jane Stanton and Kathy Carroll; and two brothers, Rabon Vincent and Kenny Vincent.
 
Memorial service will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday at Gravil Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Sunday.
 
Surviving are a daughter, Gwendolyn Higdon (Johnny Horton) of Rocky Hill; four sons, Rocky Ray Turner of Lawrenceburg, Bobby Jewell (Darlene) of Northtown, Jerry Jewell of Bear Wallow and Steve Jewell (Connie) of Cave City; a sister, Lisa Vincent of Louisville; five grandchildren, Bobbie Horton, Dalton Ray Turner (Shelby), Chris Turner (Kiersten) Raven Turner (Derrick) and Robin Turner; and several step grandchildren.

​Logan Paige Hampton, 13, of Sunfish passed away at 4:34 PM Sunday May 26, 2019 at Twin Lakes Regional Medical Center in Leitchfield.
 
The Edmonson County native was a student at Edmonson County Middle School. She was a daughter of Andrew Michael Hampton Sr. of Brownsville and Tara Ann Wood of Amarillo, TX, who survive. She was preceded in death by a grandfather, James William Hampton and a great grandmother, Ruth Gibson.
 
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Friday at Gravil Funeral Home. Visitation will be 6-8 PM Wednesday, 9:00 AM-8:00 PM Thursday and after 9:00 AM Friday.
 
Also surviving are her momma, Tiffany Hampton of Sunfish; her dada, Nathan Ryan of Roundhill; two brothers, Andrew Hampton and Hunter Hampton both of Sunfish; three sisters, Star Wood of Amarillo and Zoey Hampton and McKenna Hampton both of Sunfish; grandparents, Tim Alexander and Becky Lindsey of Leitchfield, James D. and Gladys Hampton of Sunfish, Clara Wood of Golden Valley, AZ, Dan and Debbie Ryan of Roundhill and Mark Thompkins of Arizona
 
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to help  with funeral expenses to Gravil Funeral Home, P.O. Box 306, Brownsville, KY 42210.

​David Alan Woosley, 66, of Chalybeate, formerly of Owensboro, passed away peacefully Friday May 24, 2019 at his home.
 
The Daviess County native was born Dec. 23, 1952 to the late David Kenton Woosley and Virgie Minton Woosley. He was a dedicated and talented painter for the family business for 41 years, a bass singer for numerous gospel singing groups, a member and deacon of Owensboro First United Baptist Church and a member of Caveland Bassmasters. His love for his church and singing was his way of helping people know about his Lord. Fishing and taking care of his small farm brought him great pleasure. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Roger Dale Woosley; his parents-in-law, Stewart and Margaret Payne; a nephew, Zachary Woosley; and a brother-in-law, Buddy Huff.
 
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Kislow Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 PM Monday and after 9:00 AM Tuesday.
 
Survivng are his wife of 47 years, Nelda Payne Woosley; two daughters, Laura Smith (Shawn) and Amy Minyard (Neil) both of Chalybeate; a brother, Barry Woosley (Cindy) of Bowling Green; six grandchildren who took part in his caregiving, Harrison Smith (Devin), Madysen Massey (fiance' Cody), Tristan Minyard, Kalei Smith, Ashton Minyard and Jaxon Minyard; many nieces and nephews; and his in-law family who also took part in his caregiving, Larry Payne (Bonnie), Gloria Huff, Gail Davis (Earl), Sharon Coomes (Mike), Roger Payne (Marietta) and Brian Payne (Whitney).
 
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Hosparus of Barren River, 101 Riverwood Ave. Suite B, Bowling Green, KY 42103-9981.

​Nancy Carol Smith, age 76, of Bowling Green, KY departed this life at her residence with her family by her side on  Thursday, May 23, 2019.  The Edmonson County native was born September 13, 1942  to the late  Geneva Young and was raised by the late Elza and Etta Cooke.

She was married to Wendell Jerry Smith, who survives. 

Nancy was a registered nurse at Baptist Hospital in Nashville, TN and was a member of Beaver Dam United Baptist Church.
Besides her husband, she leaves to honor her memory—  two sons, Jamie Higgs of Leitchfield and Joe Higgs of Bowling Green; two daughters, Tammy Coward and Tracy Wells (Richard) both of Bowling Green; two step sons, Wendell Smith (Lynn) Kansas City, MO and Steve Smith (Erin) of Chattanooga, TN; one step daughter, Sally Roberts (Tony) of Olfallon, MO; four grandchildren; five step grandchildren; and one great grandchild.

Interment will be in  Beaver Dam Church Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to:  American Cancer Society, 952 Fairview Ave. #4, Bowling Green, KY 42101. 

VISITATION
12 Noon - 8 PM, Saturday, May 25, 2019
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

10 AM– 1PM, Sunday, May 26, 2019
Beaver Dam United Baptist Church

FUNERAL SERVICE
1 PM,  Sunday, May  26, 2019
Beaver Dam United Baptist Church

​Charles Erb Mattingly, age 79, of Sunny Point, departed this life on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 in Glasgow. The Grayson County native was born on July 5, 1939 to the late Erb Mattingly and the late Gladys Collins Mattingly. He was married to Margie Mattingly of Glasgow, formerly of Sunny Point.

Charles was a retired co-owner of Highway Structures and farmer for over 43 years. He was a member of Mount Pleasant Cumberland Presbyterian Church.

Besides is wife, he leaves to honor his memory, one daughter, Robin Raymer (Chris) of Glasgow; two grandchildren, Josh Raymer of Caneyville, Whitney Combs (Brandon) of Glasgow; one great grandson, Warner Combs of Glasgow; one brother, Russell Mattingly (Lois) of Sadler; five sisters, Dorothy Key (Walton) of Bowling Green, Roberta Vance of Florida, Alvetta Tomes (Frank) of Sunny Point, Bonnie Rodriguez (Ray) of Florida, and Anita Coe (Norman) of Louisville. 

Memorial Contributions can be made to Sunny Point Church Cemetery.  

​Interment will be in Sunny Point Church Cemetery.

VISITATION
4 pm - 8 pm, Thursday, May 23,  2019
9 -11am, Friday, May 24, 2019
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

FUNERAL SERVICE
11 am, Friday, May 24, 2019
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

​Shirley Jean Jaggers, 80, of Mammoth Cave passed away at 8:41 PM Sunday May 19, 2019 at Norton Hospital in Louisville.
 
The Edmonson County native was a homemaker and a Baptist. She was a daughter of the late Kelly E. Vincent and Pearl York Vincent and the wife of the late Conard Jaggers. She was preceded in death by a sister, Jesslene Sanders; and a brother, Coy Vincent.
 
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Cove Hollow Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM Thursday.
 
Surviving are a daughter, Wilma Jean Paul of Louisville; a son Kirby Jaggers of Mammoth Cave; two sisters, Elene Wood (Renick) of Louisville and Bethel Jaggers of Mammoth Cave; three grandchildren, Justin Childress, Eddie Paul and Samantha Jones (Casey); two great grandchildren, Willow Jones and Penelope Jones; and several nieces and nephews.

Agnes Rebecca Meredith, 65, of Rockfield passed away at 3:00 AM Saturday May 11, 2019 at her home.

The Rockcastle County native was a homemaker. She was a daughter of the late Chester Robinson and Ada Bond Robinson.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Jock Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM Wednesday.
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Surviving are her husband, Louie Meredith; a son Jayson Meredith (Evelyn) of Bowling Green; two sisters, Annetta Mallicoat and Wanda Anderson both of Rockcastle County; six brothers, Carl Robinson, Adren Robinson, Brad Robinson, Billy Gene Robinson and Olen Robinson all of Rockcastle County and Merrill Robinson of Bowling Green; and two grandsons, Dakota Meredith and Kyler Meredith.

​Delma Myers Skaggs, age 104 of Park City, departed this life on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Signature Health Care of Hart County.  The Monroe County native was born on November 23, 1914 to the late Lewis Ross and Malissa Murley Turner.  She was married to Virgil Clayton Myers and James Edwin Skaggs, Sr., who preceded her in death.

Delma was a homemaker, waitress and cook.  She was a member of Park City Baptist Church.

She leaves to honor her memory— two sons, Donald Ray Myers of Woodlawn, TN and James Edwin Skaggs, Jr. of Park City; two daughters, Janice Faye Skaggs of Glasgow and Brenda Gail Word (Larry) of Park City; fifteen grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; nine great-great grandchildren and one special grand son-in-law, Buddy Johnson.  Besides her parents and spouses, she was also preceded in death by two sons, Lewis Clayton Myers and Douglas Lee Myers, four brothers and five sisters. 

Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to:  Patton Funeral Home, 23961 Louisville Road, Park City, KY  42160.

VISITATION
11 AM - 8 PM, Wednesday, May 15, 2019
10 AM - 2 PM, Thursday, May 16, 2019
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
2 PM, Thursday, May 16, 2019
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

​Billy W. Sanders, age 70 of Brownsville, KY departed this life at his residence with his family by his side on Tuesday, May 7, 2019.  The Edmonson County native was born on February 6, 1949 to the late Charles Owen and Bertha J. Hester Sanders.  He was married to his best friend and devoted wife of fifty-three years, Sue Sanders, who survives.

Billy retired from Tennessee Valley Authority as a carpenter.  He was a member of Fairview United Baptist Church, where he led singing and was the former church clerk for many years.  Billy was a member of the Carpenters Union, a former insurance agent for Modern Woodmen and former lead singer for the Sunrise Quartet. 

Besides his loving wife, he leaves to honor his memory— three daughters, Ann Sanders, Karen Brock (Paul) and Amanda Sowders (T.J.) all of Brownsville; three brothers, Eddie Sanders and Kenny Sanders (Nancy) all of Brownsville and Jimmy Dean Sanders (Sherry) of Bee Spring; thirteen grandchildren, Ashley Meredith (John), Jennifer Vincent (Kyle), Adam Richards (Stephanie), Joshua Richards (Tensley), Nick Brock, Gaige Brooks, Bryer Brooks, Carson Sowders, Caroline Brock, Slade Brooks, Callie Sowders, Camlyn Sowders and Case Sowders and eight great-grandchildren. 

Memorial contributions may be made to:  Alzheimer’s Association, 6100 Dutchmans Lane Ste. #401, Louisville, KY  40205 or Hosparus Health of Barren River, 101 Riverwood Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42103.    

Interment will be in Fairview Church Cemetery.

VISITATION
11 AM - 8 PM, Friday, May 10, 2019
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel
9 AM - 2 PM, Saturday, May 11, 2019
Fairview United Baptist Church

FUNERAL  SERVICE
2 PM, Saturday, May 11, 2019
Fairview United Baptist Church

ARRANGEMENTS BY PATTON FUNERAL HOME BROWNSVILLE CHAPEL

 Sandra Kay Huff Lindsey, 57, of Big Reedy passed away 1:30 AM Tuesday May 7, 2019 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green.
 
The Edmonson County native was a Registered Medical Assistant at Graves-Gilbert Clinic and a member of the Edmonson County FFA. She was a daughter of Bayard Huff and Carol Milam Huff of Big Reedy, who survive.
 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday at Big Reedy Church of Christ, where she was a member, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 10:00 AM-8:00 PM Friday and 9-10 AM Saturday at Gravil Funeral Home.
 
Surviving in addition to her parents are her husband, Bruce Lindsey; a daughter, Denise Stice (Derek) of Big Reedy; a son, Matthew Lindsey of Big Reedy; a sister, Rhonda Cohron (Martin) of Sugar Grove; a brother, Ronny Huff (Sherletta) of Big Reedy; and two grandsons, Caleb Stice and Joshua Stice. 

Billy Warnell Alexander, age 83, of Brownsville, KY departed this life at his residence with his family by his side on Monday, May 6, 2019.  The Edmonson County native was born on April 27, 1936 to the late James Cecil and Helen Warnell Alexander.  He was married to his loving wife of fifty-four years, Shirley Basham Alexander, who survives. 

Billy retired from maintenance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.  He was also a U.S. Army veteran and a member of Pleasant Union United Baptist Church

Besides his wife, he leaves to honor his memory— three children, Robbie Alexander ( fiancee’ Lisa) of Leitchfield, Michael Alexander (Regina) and Susan Davis (Dick) of Brownsville; seven grandchildren, Blake Alexander, Corey Priddy, Jacob Alexander, Michaela Priddy, Erin Alexander, Keeley Alexander and Caiden Davis; one great-grandchild, Ryker Alexander; two brothers, Charles Alexander (Joretta) of Caneyville and Victor Alexander (Joyce) of Brownsville; one sister, Jean Davis (Winston) of Sunfish and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by four brothers, James Cecil Alexander, Jr., Earl Alexander, Haskell Alexander or Bro. Johnnie J. Alexander and ten sisters, Thelma Alexander, Hazel Luttrell, Virginia Mae Alexander, Ethel Alexander, Bethel Alexander, Peggy Whittinghill, Patty Sue Alexander, Jessie Edna Prunty and Mary Lou Meredith. 

Interment will be in Alexander Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to:  Alexander Cemetery Fund, c/o Victor Alexander, 394 Lock Road, Brownsville, KY  42210 or Alexander Flower Fund, c/o Kevin Alexander, 3130 Big Reedy Road, Caneyville, KY  42721. 

VISITATION
11 AM - 8 PM, Thursday, May 9, 2019
10 AM - 2 PM, Friday, May 10, 2019
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

FUNERAL SERVICE
2 PM, Friday, May 10, 2019
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

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​Bro. Nolan Hensley, age 82, of the Halltown Community, passed away Monday, April 29, 2019, at his residence.

Bro.Hensley carried God's word to many people through his preaching what God laid on his heart. He was a lifetime farmer who loved and cherished his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Landis & Gladys Hensley, an infant daughter Lisa Hensley; three brothers Golden Keith Hensley, William Alex Hensley & James Thomas Hensley, a sister Martha Sue Hensley, three brothers-in-law David Jewell, David P. Yanders, Carl Zimmerman, and a sister-in-law Faye Hensley. He was a member of Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church and attended Glory Road Church in Hardyville. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Orene Templeman Hensley; three daughters, Carol Fancher, Canmer, KY, Debbie Wells and husband Donnie, Linwood, KY, Marilyn Lile and husband Danny, Canmer, KY; one son, Tony Hensley, Hardyville, KY; four sisters, Mattie Jewell, Canmer, KY, Vivian Heath and husband Bill, Hodgenville, KY, Frances Zimmerman, Decatur, IL, Jane Yanders and special friend Darris, Paxton, IL; one brother, Landis Hensley, Jr. and wife Willis, Hardyville, KY; six grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM CT, Wednesday, May 1, 2019 and from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM CT, Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Brooks Funeral Home.  Funeral service will be 11:00 AM CT, Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Brooks Funeral Home with Bro. Darrell Hensley and Bro. Stephen Hensley officiating. Interment will be at Conyers Cemetery, Canmer, KY.

Memorial contributions can be made to Hosparus of Barren River. 

​Clifford Thomas Brooks, 74, of Mammoth Cave passed away at 12:52 PM Wednesday May 1, 2019 at Edmonson Center.
 
The Edmonson County native was a retired ferry operator at Mammoth Cave National Park and a member of the baptist faith. He was the son of the late Clifford Brooks and Ruby Rigdon Brooks.
 
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Union Light Cemetery. Visitation will be 3:30-8:00 PM Friday and after 9:00 AM Saturday.
 
Surviving are a daughter, Ruby Ann Brooks Thornton (James) of Brownsville; a grandson, Shane Sanders of Brownsville and a special cousin, Bruce Hodges (Debbie) of Cub Run.

​Joe L. Spinks, age 91 of Chalybeate, KY, departed this life on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 in Brownsville, KY. The Edmonson County native was born on April 17, 1928  to  the late Cecil Spinks and the late Ellen Nugent Crum. He was married to the late Margaret Lindsey Spinks and Mamie Denham Spinks, who survives.

Joe was an electrician with Louisville Gas & Electric and a member of Independent Order of Odd Fellow Chosen Friend # 2 and Wingfield United Baptist Church. He was a former Boy Scout Troop Leader # 702 to his son Tony who accomplished Eagle Scout status.

Besides his wife, Joe is survived by two sons, Tony Spinks of Louisville and Tim Lindsey (Sherry) of Chalybeate; one daughter, Rebecca Ann Boyk (Frank) of Sweeden; fourteen grandchildren; several great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by three sons, Neal Spinks, Charles and Greg Lindsey and three brothers.  

Memorial contributions may be made to Tony Spinks Fund, c/o 3672 Chalybeate Rd., Smiths Grove, KY 42171.
Interment will be at  Wingfield Church Cemetery. 

VISITATION
4—8PM, Friday, May 3, 2019
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel
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10AM—2PM, Saturday, May 4, 2019
Wingfield United Baptist Church

FUNERAL  SERVICE
2 PM, Saturday, May 4,  2019
Wingfield United Baptist Church