​Donna Barbee-Hall, age 68, of Bowling Green, was peacefully called to her heavenly home on Thursday, October 1, 2026. She was born on October 2, 1957, in Brownsville, Kentucky, to the late Rev. Belvy Barbee and Bonnie Crump Barbee, who survives. She was married to her loving and devoted husband, Frank Hall, on July 29, 2003, who stood by her through sickness and in health.

Donna was a woman of deep faith whose relationship with the Lord began at a young age. During a revival at Fairview General Baptist Church preached by Rev. Cody Johnson, she knelt at the altar and gave her heart to the Lord. She always treasured the memory of rising from that altar with the feeling that a great burden had been lifted and a heart full of love for everybody. That experience remained a beautiful part of her testimony throughout her life.

A woman of determination and many talents, Donna owned Donna’s Ceramics & Crafts and later co-founded BS Advertising with her dear friend, Sherry Ross. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Family Studies from Western Kentucky University in 1997, followed by a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2010. She went on to work in counseling, where her compassion, wisdom, and genuine concern for others allowed her to touch many lives. The little girl who once knelt at an altar and felt a burden lifted grew into a woman who spent her life helping others carry theirs.

Donna was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and friend. She was a faithful wife and devoted helpmate to her husband, Frank, standing beside him with love and support throughout their marriage. Her family was among her greatest blessings, and she cherished the time they shared. She leaves to honor her memory— her husband, Frank Hall; her children, Chesney Davidson Decker (Brian) of Bowling Green and Clay Davidson (Christa) of Bee Spring; her stepson, Ryan Hall; her precious mother, Bonnie Crump Barbee; and her grandchildren, William Noah Davidson, Zienna Lynn Hall, Anna Claire Davidson and Christian Parker Shanahan; brothers, Jeff Barbee (Theresa) and Chuck Barbee (Carolyn), along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will forever cherish her memory.

The interment will be in Brownsville Cemetery.

Frank extends his heartfelt gratitude to Chesney and Brian Decker, Tommy VanMeter, Rhonda Jones, and the staff of Hospice KY for their love, compassion, and faithful support throughout Donna’s illness. Memorial contributions may be made to: Hospice of Southern Kentucky.

VISITATION
2—7 PM, Monday, October 5, 2026
10 AM—2 PM, Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
2 PM, Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

​Kenneth Lloyd Nelson, 64, of Sweeden passed away October 2, 2026 at his home with family by his side.
 
The Grayson County native was a welder and lead person for Campbell Hausfeld in Leitchfield, a 1980 graduate of Grayson County High School and he enjoyed fishing, hunting, bonfires, being outdoors and working on old cars. He was a son of the late Archie Nelson and Vasta Elaine Kerr Nelson Tarrence and a step son of Chester Tarrence. He was also preceded in death by a Sister, Tammy Decker and a grandson, Hunter Gage Hatcher.
 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday Oct. 8th at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Landis Cemetery in Leitchfield. Visitation will take place 11:00 AM-7:00 PM Wednesday.
 
Surviving are his wife, Toni K. Childers Nelson; four daughters, Kendra Messenger of Oakland, Chasity Coats (Nick) of Munfordville and Tia Childers (Trevor) and Teri Agee (Hershel) both of Sweeden; a son, Christopher Nelson (Brittany) of Caneyville; two brothers, Billy Nelson (Vanessa) and Steve Nelson both of Leitchfield; 19 grandchildren; and his beloved canine companion, “Moose”.

​Elsie Lee Rich, formerly of Glasgow, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, after living a beautiful 92 years and 3 days. She was born on September 27, 1934, to the late Ballard and Earle Matthews and was the fourth of their four daughters.

Elsie was raised on Poplar Spring Church Road in Barren County, where she learned early in life the values of faith, family, hard work, and community. She attended the one-room Poplar Spring School before continuing her education at Temple Hill School and later graduating from Temple Hill High School. She went on to attend Draughon’s Business College in Nashville, preparing herself for a career that would begin with her first position at J.F. Pace Equipment Company in Glasgow. It was while working at J.F. Pace Equipment Company that Elsie met the love of her life, Charles D. Rich. The two were united in marriage in 1959 and shared 54 years together, building a life centered around their family and the love they shared. In 1966, their family was blessed with the birth of their only child, Michael Rich, who brought great joy and purpose to Elsie’s life.

Faith was a treasured part of Elsie’s life from an early age. She was saved as a young girl under the preaching of Brother Enmity Strode and joined Poplar Springs Missionary Baptist Church, where she remained a faithful member throughout her life. At the time of her passing, she was the church’s oldest member. Her faith was not simply something she practiced, but a foundation upon which she built her life and raised her family. Elsie had a deep love for music. She enjoyed singing and playing the piano, and she passed that love of music on to her son. She and Michael shared many special memories attending gospel music concerts throughout the area, creating moments that would become cherished memories for their family. Above all else, Elsie treasured her family. She was especially proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and found tremendous joy in watching them grow. Her love, encouragement, gentle spirit, and devotion to those she held dear will remain a lasting part of the lives she touched.

She leaves to cherish her memory— her son, Michael Rich (Kris); three grandchildren, William Charles Matthew Rich of Glasgow, Justin Michael Rich (Danielle) of Glasgow, and Casey Alice Bray (Raymond) of Lafayette, Tennessee; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by her sisters, Elizabeth Cox, Earlene Trimble, and Ethel Maxine Matthews.

The interment will be in Glasgow Municipal Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Poplar Spring Baptist Church or Cemetery Fund, c/o Randy Simmons, 760 Glover Rd, Glasgow, KY, 42141-8848.

VISITATION
1—7 PM, Sunday, October 4, 2026
10 AM—2 PM, Monday, October 5, 2026
Patton Funeral Home – Cave City Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
2 PM, Monday, October 5, 2026
Patton Funeral Home – Cave City Chapel

​Gary L. “Tut” Burba, age 78 of Cub Run, KY, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was of the Baptist Faith. Gary was a carpenter and later he got into restoring cars. Gary loved his family and spending time down in the holler at his cabin, he was a cat lover, he enjoyed going to car shows where he won lots of trophies. He was a simple man, and he loved to help others.

He was the son of the late Bro. Ralph Burba and the late Estella Brooks Burba.

He is preceded in death by his siblings, Sylvestor Burba, J.C. Burba, Junior Burba, Dorothy White, Ruby Rich, Rita Burba, Lita Jones, Betty Norway, Gin Gregory, and Larry Burba.

He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Julie Burba, Cub Run, KY; his children, Melissa Taylor (Nathan), Mammoth Cave, KY, Jeff Burba (Janet), Mammoth Cave, KY; three grandchildren, Hunter Crook, Heather Gardner, and Keeley Burba; two brothers, Kenneth Burba (Rosalie), Louisville, KY, and Harold Burba (Carolyn), Shepherdsville, KY; many nieces, nephews, and others extended family and friends also survived.

The family will welcome friends from 10:00 AM- 8:00 PM CT on Friday, October 2, 2026 at Brooks Funeral Home and again from 8:00-11:00 AM CT on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Union Light Missionary Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM CT on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Union Light Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Barry Devine officiating. Burial will follow at the Union Light Cemetery.
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Condolences may be expressed online at www.brooksfuneralhomeky.com