Ruby Darlene Dennison Thurman, age 74 of Bowling Green, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green. She was preceded in death by her mother, Agnes Dennison, and brother Joe Dennison.
Darlene leaves behind her devoted husband of over 40 years, Alan Richard Thurman, and daughter, Melissa Thurman White (Dickie), grandsons, Morgan and Grant White and her beloved dog, Ollie. Darlene graduated from Richardsville High School, and pursued further education in Nashville. She worked at the Country Peddler before co-founding the Clip-It Shopper in 1982 with her husband Rick. In her free time, Darlene was a skilled artisan who could create anything; ceramics, macrame and fabric arts. She used those skills to weave recycled plastic bottles into sleeping bags for the homeless. She enjoyed RVing around the country with her husband, particularly while cheering on NASCAR legend, Dale Earnhardt. Darlene was politically active in the Democratic Women’s Association, and passionately advocated for the environment and endangered species. In lieu of a memorial service, Darlene wished to be remembered through acts of kindness and creativity. Her final act of charity was donating her hair to Locks of Love. To honor Darlene’s memory, the family encourages others to vote, create something beautiful or useful, and give it away. Her kindness, creativity, and advocacy will be deeply missed by all who knew her. ARRANGEMENTS BY PATTON FUNERAL HOME PARK CITY CHAPEL Melissa Mae Sargent, age 38 of Charleston, SC, departed this life on Thursday, July 25, 2024 in Smiths Grove, KY. The Roseville, California native was born on May 6, 1986 to Randy and Nancy Hatcher Sargent.
Melissa was a friend to many, and loved being outdoors. She enjoyed spending time singing karaoke, traveling, preparing for marathons or whatever life's next adventure would bring her. She was a caring person, whose generosity touched many lives. Her absence will be profoundly felt by all who knew her. Besides her parents, Randy and Nancy, she leaves to honor her memory-- her niece, Meagan Chandler; nephews, Dallas Chandler and Wesley Ever; fur babies, Bleu and Char, along with several extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Greg and Betty Sargent, Jerry and Mable Hatcher and Rose Curtis. No services are scheduled at this time. - ARRANGEMENTS BY PATTON FUNERAL HOME PARK CITY CHAPEL - Maxine “Mac” Hogan Brooks, age 88 of Park City, KY, departed this life on Friday, July 26, 2024 at the Shanti Niketon Hospice House in Glasgow, KY. The Edmonson County native was born on September 12, 1935 to the late Charles B. and Janie Frances Hogan. She was married to her loving husband, Rondal L. Brooks, who survives.
Maxine was a devoted military wife and mother. As Rondal was serving our nation in the U.S. Army, she would volunteer at the numerous schools where Jane was enrolled. She was a member of Park City United Methodist Church, and she supported all the church related activities. Maxine was also gifted to write poetry and plays for the church. Besides her husband, Rondal, she leaves to honor her memory— her daughter, Jane Brooks Skrovan of Park City; her sister, Shelby Jean Esters (Leo) of Cave City, along with several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to: Park City United Methodist Church, 67 Mammoth Cave Ave., Park City, KY 42160. VISITATION 2—6 PM, Sunday, July 28, 2024 9—11 AM, Monday, July 29, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel FUNERAL SERVICE 11 AM, Monday, July 29, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel Danny Ray Hatcher, 54, of Horse Cave passed away suddenly at 1:13 PM July 25, 2024 at his home.
The Barren County native was a construction worker, a 40-year firefighter for Cave City, Park City, Lincoln and Wax Volunteer Fire Departments, a member and chief for 6 years of Tri-County Mounted Search and Rescue and a member of Jericho Missionary Baptist Church. He was a son of Isaac Reed Hatcher and Helen Ruth Wyatt Hatcher of Cave City, who survive. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday at Servant Valley United Baptist Church with burial to follow in Campground Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Saturday at the church, and will continue until the funeral begins. Gravil Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Surviving in addition to his parents are his wife, Mecie Oliver Hatcher; two daughters, Joyce Brooks (Brandon) of Glasgow and Martha Hatcher (A.J. Hawkins) of Hodgenville; a son, Paul Hatcher of Horse Cave; a granddaughter, Tina Brooks; a brother, Doug Hatcher (Glenda) of Cave City; and many nieces and nephews. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to help with funeral expenses to Gravil Funeral Home, PO Box 306, Brownsville, KY 42210. Carol Ann Sneed, age 86 of Glasgow, KY, was called to her heavenly home on Sunday morning, July 21, 2024. The Haywood native was born on October 7, 1937, to the late Branchford “Frog” and Amanda “Mandy” Lee Vinson. She was married to her devoted husband of forty-eight years, Bro. Floyd Dean Sneed.
During her younger years, Carol worked as a homemaker and enjoyed sewing, crocheting, gardening and canning. She kept her vows and lovingly cared for her disabled husband, through sickness and health, for over nineteen years. They were parted by his passing on June 9, 2002. Carol professed for many years that she was saved in her adolescence. However, after she married and became a mother, she realized that she had made a false profession of faith. She began praying and seeking the Lord, and found Him one night, lying in her bed. She united herself with Hanging Fork Baptist Church, and remained a member there until God called her home. Carol traveled countless miles across the U.S. with her children and grandchildren’s southern gospel group, The Sneed Family. She received some of her greatest blessings by witnessing their musical, Godly gifts, and through the songs of their numerous, talented, Christian friends, that she became closely acquainted with. She leaves to honor her memory, her son and his wife, Jeff and Pam Sneed; her grandchildren that she adored, Amanda (Caleb) Cowan, Seth (Maggy) Sneed, and Jacob (Whitley) Sneed; great-grandsons, Baker McKee and Elliott Banks Cowan, Flint Colter Sneed, and Baby Boy Sneed, expected to arrive in September; her special niece / caretaker, Phyllis Jean Brandon; her special caretaker, Hope Hammock, along with a host of friends that will dearly miss her. Besides her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by her beloved son, Rickey Daryl Sneed; sisters, Inez Green, Violet Hughes and Edna Plumlee, and brothers Arlis Houchens and Charles Houchens. Interment will be in Happy Valley Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions can be made to: Bethel Independent Baptist Church Youth Group, 105 Kentucky Street, Glasgow, KY 42141. VISITATION 2 – 7 PM, Thursday, July 25. 2024 9 AM – 1 PM, Friday, July 26, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Cave City Chapel CELEBRATION OF LIFE SERVICE 1 PM, Friday, July 26, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Cave City Chapel Danny Kiernan, age 85 of Brownsville, peacefully departed this life at his home on Thursday, July 18, 2024. The Rahway, New Jersey native was born on October 16, 1938 to the late Daniel and Beatrice Velton Kiernan. He was married to his devoted wife of nearly sixty years, Glenda Kiernan, who survives.
Danny was a U.S. Army veteran, and retired as a park ranger from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. He worked hard to provide for his family, and was a beloved husband, father and papaw. Danny was a true outdoorsman, and found his greatest pleasure working in his garden, fishing or hunting. Besides his wife, Glenda, he leaves to honor his memory— his children, Ruth Ann Wilson (Dwight) of Mammoth Cave, Daniel Kiernan II (Andrea) of Brownsville, Carol Talburt (Dwayne) of North Pole, Alaska and John Kiernan (Samantha) of Chalybeate; grandchildren, Devin Smith, Dillon and Dawson Talburt, Tucker, Owen and Hayden Kiernan, Liz West, Oren Wilson (Renee), Michael Wilson (Valerie), Dwayne Talburt, Jr., Anya Talburt, Lily Hartman, Hannah and Logan Evans and Max Epting; his siblings, Robert Kiernan, Lee Zaderaky, Lynn Kiernan, along with several great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and dear friends that will miss him. Interment will be in Alexander Cemetery with graveside military honors by Nesbit Alexander Memorial VFW Post #6937. Memorial contributions can be made to: Hospice of Southern Kentucky or Alexander Cemetery Fund. VISITATION 11 AM—7 PM, Sunday, July 21, 2024 10 AM—2 PM, Monday, July 22, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel FUNERAL SERVICE 2 PM, Monday, July 22, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel Imogene Duvall Stewart, age 89, of Sunfish, departed this life on Monday, July 15, 2024 in New Port Richey, FL. The Millwood, KY native was born on November 27, 1934 to the late Stanley and Lee Johnson Duvall. Imogene, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, was married to her devoted husband of sixty-five years, Harold S. Stewart, until they were parted by his passing on October 22, 2018.
Imogene was a former secretary for the Army Corps of Engineers, and was a faithful member of Shrewsbury General Baptist Church. Imogene was a wonderful example of a woman with great Christian faith. This was exemplified in her daily walk with her family and friends. She leaves to honor her memory— her children, Michael Harold Stewart (Lorraine) of New Port Richey, FL and Cinde Stewart Freeman (Guy) of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Bob, Kristy, Bill, Chelsea, Heather, Denee, Sydney and Reshal; great-grandchildren, Nathan, Blaire, Brea, Nora, Brad, Meredith, Gracie and Claire. Interment will be in South Cemetery. VISITATION 1—5 PM, Sunday, July 21, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel 9—11 AM, Monday, July 22, 2024 Shrewsbury General Baptist Church FUNERAL SERVICE 11 AM, Monday, July 22, 2024 Shrewsbury General Baptist Church Patricia Kaye Hopkins, age 70, of Brownsville, KY, formerly of Edwardsville, IL, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at her residence. Patricia was born on June 19, 1954, in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of the late Robert & Carletta L. (Meatte) Goad. She married Randy Hopkins who preceded her in death on June 1, 2000.
Patricia is survived by three sons, Randy Hopkins, of Wood River, IL, Michael Hopkins & his wife Sara, of Godfrey, IL, and Jason Hopkins & his wife Amanda, of Lafayette, TN; three grandchildren, Brayden, Chase, and Jesse Hopkins; and three sisters, Pamela A. Girard, of Smiths Grove, KY, Karen J. Goad, of Brownsville, KY, and Carrie C. Spearman, of St. Louis, MO. Besides her parents, Patricia was preceded in death by two brothers, Steve Goad and Robert C. Goad; and a sister, Charlotte Bryan. A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Weber & Rodney Funeral Home in Edwardsville from 11:30 am until 1:30 pm. Interment will follow at Sunset Hill Memorial Estates in Glen Carbon, IL. Condolences may be expressed online at weberfuneralhome.com. Alta Marie Brooks, 86, of Brownsville passed away July 17, 2024, at Edmonson Center.
She was the daughter of the late Valentine Willis and Bertha Vincent. She was preceded in death by her husband, Berthal Brooks; three brothers, Alvie Childress, Gordon Willis, and Roy Willis; and a sister, Gertrude Childress. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Cove Hollow Cemetery. Visitation will take place 4-8 PM Saturday at Gravil Funeral Home. Surviving are two daughters, Nancy Willis (Domingo Lara) and Melinda VanMeter both of Brownsville; seven grandchildren, Dominick Willis, Charity Richardson, April Blair, Leatrice Butts, Steven Willis, Jacob VanMeter, and Lauren VanMeter; eleven great grandchildren; and her “favorite” Roger Stevenson. Karon Kay Booth, 74, of Bowling Green passed away July 15, 2024 at her home.
The Butler County native was a Butler County High School history teacher, a teacher at Green River Boys Camp in Cromwell, a member of the Kentucky Retired Teachers Association, a published author of an historical fiction book, “Cover Fire”, enjoyed crafting, and was a member of Locust Grove Church of Christ in Franklin after spending most of her life as a member of Bethlehem Church of Christ. She was a daughter of the late Rodney Ross Gary and Kate Edith Ellis Gary. She was preceded in death by a sister, Sharon Gary. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Big Reedy Cemetery. Visitation will take place 1-7 PM Friday and after 10:00 AM Saturday. Surviving are her husband, James Michael “Jim” Booth; a daughter Jamie Kay Booth of Chattanooga, TN; a sister, Barbara Canter (Tom) of Roundhill; a sister-in-law, Sharon Booth of Caneyville; three cousins, Sheila McNary, Kathy Petri and Alan Woosley; a niece, Christy Basham; a nephew, Timmy Basham; and several great and great great nieces and nephews. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Warren County Humane Society, 1924 Louisville Rd., Bowling Green, KY 42101 or to Potter Family Ministries, 2350 Nashville Rd., Bowling Green, KY 42101. Janice Lou Hardin, 82, of Huff passed away July 12, 2024 at Western State Nursing Facility in Hopkinsville.
The Edmonson County native was a former employee of Brownsville Manufacturing and a member of Red Hill General Baptist Church. She was a daughter of the late Clyde Carmon Johnson and Elvie Meredith Cox and the wife of the late Silvan Rinzo Hardin. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Angela Hardin; a son, Ricky Hardin; and a granddaughter, Julie Hardin. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Doyle Cemetery. Visitation will take place after 11:00 AM Wednesday. Surviving are a son, Steve “Suds” Hardin of Roundhill; two sisters, Clydene “Cotton” Bell of Martinsville, IN and Shirley Rector of Indianapolis; a half-brother, Jesse Anderson of Florida; a half-sister, Belinda Tate of Georgia; three grandchildren, Christina Hardin, Barbara Jean Reneau (Steven) and Billy Hardin; thirteen great grandchildren, Scarlet, Emerlyn, Sophia, Erin, Adam, Madison, Jesse, Lilly, Wyatt, Delilah, Julia and Abel; and several nieces and nephews. Deborah Diane Dobbs, 68, of Florida passed away July 9, 2024, at Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center.
She was the daughter of the late Larry and Daisy Manier. She was proceeded in death by a son, Rickie William Dobbs Jr. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Kinser Cemetery. Visitation will take place 10-1 PM Tuesday at Gravil Funeral Home. Surviving are her husband of 52 years, Rickie Dobbs; a son, Shane Dobbs (Jessica) of Bedford, IN; two daughters, Misty Boyd of Lakeland, FL and Penny Vincent Francis of Louisville; two grandchildren, Brian Boyd Jr. and Nikitta Boyd; one brother, Larry Manier of St. Louis, MO; a sister-in-law, Brenda Noce of Lakeland, FL; and one nephew, Nathan Smith. Graceteen W. Day (Amazing Grace) passed away peacefully July 10th. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Paul E. Day. She was the daughter of the late Henry & Ermine Childress Wilson.
Grace is survived by two daughters, Kimberly D. Kidd and Pamela D. Greene. Three grandchildren, Paul O. Kidd, Emily S. Kidd and Portia D. Greene. Four great grandchildren, Breille Bray, Zoey Kidd, Jayden Turley and Leiana Turley. One great great grandchild, Parker Bray. One sister, Eleanor Church along with many nieces and nephews. She cherished her Tates Creek Christian Church family, her church circle ladies and her Open Bible class. Grace Day was amazing and will be missed by many. She lived a great life. She is no longer suffering and is in a much better place. A funeral service for Grace Day will be 1:00PM Wednesday, July 17, at Tates Creek Christian Church in Lexington. Visitation will be 11:00am till the time of the service on Wednesday at the church. Local visitation will be Saturday, July 20th from 10am-12noon in the chapel of Sego Funeral Home in Munfordville with a graveside service to follow at the Cub Run Cemetery. Billy Dallas Carroll Jr., 54, of Bee Spring passed away July 11, 2024 at his home with family by his side.
The Edmonson County native was an employee of Davis H. Elliot Co. and a member of New Salem Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Billy Dallas Carroll Sr. and Linda Eileen Meredith Carroll. He was preceded in death by a son, Matthew Wayne Carroll. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in New Salem Cemetery. Visitation will take place 11:00 AM-7:00 PM Sunday and after 9:00 AM Monday. Surviving are his wife, Lisa Ann Ballard Carroll; a daughter, Brooklyn Carroll of Bee Spring; a son, Travis Wayne Ballard of Horse Cave; two sisters, Deanna Meredith (Don) of Bee Spring and Amanda Simmons (Randy) of Chalybeate; a niece, Britiany Simmons; and a nephew, Dakota Meredith. Gregory “BUDDY” Clark, Jr., age 24, of Mammoth Cave, departed this life on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at his home. The Edmonson County native was born on December 29, 1999 to Gregory Clark, Sr. and Stacy Martin.
Buddy was a 2019 graduate of Edmonson County High School, and worked for Flener Fencing. He loved the outdoors, nature and riding four wheelers. Besides his parents, Greg Clark (Sandy) of Rochester, and Stacy Martin (Billy Hampton) of Brownsville, he leaves to honor his memory— his fiancée, Meadow Seabolt of Mammoth Cave; grandparents, Betty Brashears of Washington, IN and Martha Martin of Brownsville; sister, Monica West (Daniel); step sister, Sarah Hunt; special cousins, Nolan Martin, Kailey Martin and Logan Martin; nephew and niece, Kayden Seabolt and Kenna Meredith, along with several uncles, aunts and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, David Clark, Sr. and Frank Martin. Interment will be in Alford Raymer Cemetery. VISITATION 11 AM—7 PM, Monday, July 15, 2024 9—11 AM, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel FUNERAL SERVICE 11 AM, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel Craig Woosley, age 55, of Shrewsbury, KY passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at his home.
He was born on June 11, 1969 in Bowling Green, KY, the son of David and Betty Woosley of Roundhill, KY. He was a 1987 graduate of Edmonson County High School. In 1998 he formed Craig Woosley Construction and became a member of the Lincoln Trail Homebuilders Association. A dedicated and hard-working man, he was a self-employed contractor specializing in ICF construction. At the age of 20, he married his teenage sweetheart, Melissa Ann Logsdon. They were blessed with 35 happy years together. He is survived by his loving wife, Melissa; two sons, Devon Woosley (Dana) of Bee Spring and Ethan of Shrewsbury; one daughter, Shalane Hale (Austin) of Shrewsbury; three granddaughters, whom he loved dearly, Reagan and Madison Woosley and Emberlynn Hale; one grandchild due in September; one brother, Jeff Woosley (Trena) of Roundhill; two sisters, Kim Bullock (Stephen) of Roundhill and Donna Taylor (Tim) of West Point; father and mother-in-law, Randall and Willadean Logsdon of Sonora. Several nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by one nephew, Trent Woosley. Graveside services will be at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2024 at the Nolin United Baptist Church where he faithfully attended with his family until his health declined. Bro. Shane Wilson will be officiating. Visitation will be at the Dermitt Funeral Home from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday and from 10:00 a.m. Saturday to 3:15 p.m. at which time we will move to the church for graveside services. Beverly Wells, age 73 of Park City, departed this life on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at TJ Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. The Haywood native was born on September 3, 1950 to the late Rodman and Alta Short. She was married to her devoted husband of fifty-five years, Bro. H. Wayne Wells. Beverly was a member of Woodland United Baptist Church, and God blessed her with a beautiful voice to sing in the choir. She previously worked for over twenty years with Barren County Board of Education. Beverly loved the Lord, her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and family above all. Besides her husband, she leaves to honor her memory-- her children, Tonya Barrick (Billy) of Smiths Grove, Tony Wells (Tammy) of Austin and Brian Wells (Candy) of Hiseville; grandchildren, Dylan Wells, Andrew Carter (Bethany), Chelsey Sherfey (Dustin), McKenzie Wells (Patrick), Kassady Wells, Morgan Eatmon (Gabriel), Brooklyn Kendall (Chase), Hunter Browning, Keeper Browning, Zeb Pedigo and Jacob Barrick; great-grandchildren, Waylon and Wyatt Sherfey, Emma Grace Carter, Maverick Eatmon, Maitlin, Grayson and Garrett Norris, and brothers, Jimmy Short (Joyce), Billy Short (Carlotta) and Donald Short (Terri). Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters. Memorial contributions can be made to: Woodland United Baptist Church, c/o David Wells. Interment will be in Woodland Church Cemetery. VISITATION 2 –7 PM, Sunday, July 7, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel 9-11 AM, Monday, July 8, 2024 Woodland United Baptist Church FUNERAL SERVICE 11 AM, Monday, July 8, 2024 Woodland United Baptist Church Sandra Ashley, age 66 of Brownsville, departed this life at her residence on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. The Edmonson County native was born on October 1, 1957 to the late Willard and Verna Crain Sanders. She was married to Granville “Don” Ashley, Jr., until the were parted by his passing on April 4, 2005.
Sandra had worked in prior years in the deli at Sam’s Club. She attended CenterPointe Church. Sandra loved to cook and bake, watch game shows, and was a talented floral designer. Her greatest love was her family, most especially her grandson, Cade. She leaves to honor her memory— her son, Jeremy Pulley (Cynthia) of Chalybeate; grandson, Cade Pulley and her sisters, Zelma Wilson, Carla Decker (Richard), Paula Meredith (Paul) and Wanda Kay Ray (James). Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Norman Sanders and Regina Wood. A memorial service will be planned at a future date. - ARRANGEMENTS BY PATTON FUNERAL HOME BROWNSVILLE CHAPEL - Mary Louise Madison Priddy, 80, of Brownsville passed away June 25, 2024 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green.
The Washington, DC native was a retired superintendent secretary for Edmonson County Schools and a member of Silent Grove Missionary Baptist Church. She was a daughter of the late Lester Paul and Ruby Gillum Oldfather and the wife of the late James K. “Jimmy” Madison. She was preceded in death by a son, Kenny Madison. No public services are scheduled. Interment will take place in Poplar Springs Cemetery. Gravil Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Surviving are her husband Danny Lee “Dan” Priddy; a daughter, Paula Madison of Brownsville; a sister, Norma Sue Patrick (Tom) of Jacksonville, FL; a granddaughter, Lauren Black (Josh); and a great granddaughter, Willow Black. David W. Vincent, age 57 of Brownsville, departed this life on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital in Louisville, KY. The Edmonson County native was born on April 5, 1967 to the late Dewey Haskell Vincent and JoAnn Hall.
David was a graduate of Edmonson County High School, and worked for many years doing miscellaneous, handyman jobs for those in need. He leaves to honor his memory— his son, Zachary Ensey, and siblings Lewis Vincent (Susan), Francis Page (Ricky), Clevie Vincent (Tabatha), Allen Rich, Angela Durbin, Mark Hall and Clarence Vincent (Kimberly). He was also preceded in death by his brothers, James Haskell Vincent and Michael Hall. Interment will be in a family cemetery in the Sweeden community. Joyce Ann Wood, age 82 of Smiths Grove, peacefully departed this life, with her family by her side on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, in the comforts of her daughter’s home.
The Hart County native was born on March 7, 1942 to the late William and Ruby Hazelwood Jaggers. She was married to her husband, Phillip Wood, who also preceded her in death. Joyce was a member of Northtown United Baptist Church. She was the friendly face that greeted customers at Walmart in Bowling Green for many years. She loved her family above all, and spent most of her life working hard to provide for them. She leaves to honor her memory— her children, Michelle Skaggs (Scott) of Chalybeate, Kim Wood of Smiths Grove, Larry Smith of Smiths Grove and David Wood (Kim) of Scottsville; grandchildren, Tiffany Smith (Jason), Tyler Skaggs (Morgan), Samantha Shemwell (Allen), Caleb Skaggs (Maddie), Holden Skaggs (Baley), Ashley Koch (Jon) and Cori Emberton (Brad); thirteen great-grandchildren; siblings, Jewell Hawkins, Ewell Jaggers, Alice Burd, Bonnie Jones, Ricky Jaggers and Jerry Jaggers; daughter-in-law, Patricia Marr and special caregiver, Cheryl White Wilson. Besides her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by her grandson, Lucas Wood, and siblings, Howard Jaggers, Shirley Maulden, Judy Jaggers, Kenneth Jaggers, Robert Jaggers and Charles Jaggers. Interment will be in Smiths Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to: Northtown United Baptist Church, c/o Josh Jaggers, 325 Swamp Hollow Road, Canmer, KY 42722 or Hospice of Southern Kentucky, 5872 Scottsville Road, Bowling Green, KY 42104. VISITATION 11 AM—7 PM, Sunday, June 30, 2024 9 AM—1 PM, Monday, July 1, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel FUNERAL SERVICE 1 PM, Monday, July 1, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel David Allen Self, 68, departed this life on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at his residence. He was born the eleventh month, fourth day of nineteen fifty-five in Barren County, KY to the late Willie and Nellie Perkins Self. David was married to his wife of forty-four years, Kathy Jean Self, until her passing on July 12, 2020.
David was a former electrical technician at R.R. Donnelly. He was what some would call a perfectionist and gave 110% at everything he did. This is evident as you drive by his house and see his meticulous lawn and landscape. He was passionate about being outdoors or exercising, whether it was hiking, being a “gym rat” or watching his son or anyone playing baseball. He never passed up a chance to catch a good movie or shoot a round of pool. His true love was his family, and all that were fortunate enough to be his friend. He leaves to honor his memory-- his son, Derek Self (Emmi); grandsons, Slayten Weller Self and Jett Jameson Self; siblings, Judy Smith, Debra Batliner and Danny Self (Debbie); special friend, Beth Page, along with several nephews, nieces and cousins. Interment will be in Cave City Cemetery. David served as the chairperson for the Cave City Cemetery Board and asked that memorial contributions be made to Cave City Cemetery 105 Duke Street Cave City, Ky 42127. VISITATION 1 – 7 PM, Friday, June 28, 2024 10 AM – 2 PM, Saturday, June 29, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Cave City Chapel FUNERAL SERVICE 2 PM, Saturday, June 29, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Cave City Chapel M.A. Napier, age 85 of Bowling Green, departed this life on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at the Hospice House in Bowling Green. The Allen County native was born on August 17, 1938 to the late Maxie and Evelyn Sullivan Napier. He was married to his loving wife, Clara Bewley Napier, until they were parted by her passing on March 22, 2024.
M.A. worked for many years as a mechanic for Parrish Auto Parts, and also enjoyed working on his farm. He and his wife were devoted members and pillars of Chalybeate United Baptist Church. He leaves to honor his memory— his children, Shelia Sullivan (Dennis) of Bowling Green and James Napier of Chalybeate; five grandchildren, Jennifer Vincent (Jeremy), David Sullivan (Angela), Amber Webb (Chris), Dustan Napier and Cassie Larson; four great-grandchildren, Colton, Lillie and Easton Webb and Hannah Vincent; two brothers, Bennie Napier (Judy) and Gordon Napier (Sharon); special caregiver, Brenda Bright, along with several nieces, nephews and friends that will miss him. Besides his wife and parents, he was also preceded in death by a twin brother, T.A. Napier, and sisters, Joyce McIver and Nancy Walker. Interment will be in Kinser Cemetery. VISITATION 2—7 PM, Saturday, June 29, 2024 9—11 AM, Sunday, June 30, 2024 Chalybeate United Baptist Church FUNERAL SERVICE 11 AM, Sunday, June 30, 2024 Chalybeate United Baptist Church - ARRANGEMENTS BY PATTON FUNERAL HOME BROWNSVILLE CHAPEL - Lisa Marie Lewis, age 61 of Park City, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024 at her residence. The Decatur, Illinois native was born on July 26, 1962 to the late Lawrence and Ouida Mae Wood Lewis.
Lisa was a former wardrobe and costume designer for the film industry. She was a deeply charitable and caring soul. Her quiet generosity touched countless lives, and her absence will be profoundly felt by all who knew her. She leaves to honor her memory-- her daughter, Adrienne Smith (Elijah) and her grandson, Lincoln Smith all of Kwajalein. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. ARRANGEMENTS BY PATTON FUNERAL HOME PARK CITY CHAPEL Nelson Minyard, age 90, of New Grove, departed this life on Tuesday, June 24, 2024 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green. The Edmonson County native was born on May 31, 1934 to the late Charlie Hurl and Hattie Pearl Stice Minyard. He was married to his loving wife, Cecile Wilson Minyard, until they were parted by her death on February 23, 2017.
Nelson was a member of New Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He was the former owner of Minyard’s Grocery, and retired as a mechanic from Western Kentucky University. He was such a kind man, and a true neighbor to his friends and those in need. He leaves to honor his memory— his son, Jeff Minyard (Billie Jo) of New Grove; grandchildren, Jordan Newton (Ethan), Jake Taylor, Weston Hodges, Josh Hodges, Clay Hodges (Olivia) and Gracie Hodges; great-grandchildren, Kenlei and Easton Newton, Heath Sanders and Baylor Hodges; brothers, Kenneth Minyard (Kathy) and Johnny Ray Minyard (Loretta); sisters, Mary Jane Anderson, Sue Neighbors and Diane Tarter (Irvin), along with several nieces and nephews. Besides his wife and parents, he was also preceded in death by his son, Ricky Minyard, and siblings, Charles and Ed Minyard, Norma Jean Minyard and Lavana Duff. Memorial contributions may be made to: New Grove Missionary Baptist Church. VISITATION 3—7 PM, Thursday, June 27, 2024 9 AM—7 PM, Friday, June 28, 2024 9—11 AM, Saturday, June 29, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel FUNERAL SERVICE 11 AM, Saturday, June 29, 2024 Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel |