​Gail Johnson, age 68 of Mammoth Cave, departed this life on Friday, December 16, 2022 at her home. The Edmonson County native was born on August 4, 1954 to the late Delbert and Elburtia “Birt” Sanders. On November 26, 1970,  she married Larry Mark Johnson, who also preceded her in death. 
    
Gail was saved at the age of twelve, and joined Hill Grove Missionary Baptist Church, where she remained a member until her passing. She was the former owner of Johnson’s Custom Signs in Cave City. 

She leaves to honor her memory— daughters, Candy Rhea Kidwell (Danny) of Mammoth Cave, Connie Lynn Meredith of Cub Run and Wanda Jo Gore (Kenny) of Horse Cave; grandchildren, Samantha Jo Meredith, Jesse Dwight Meredith and Sierra Elburtia Gore; great-grandchild, Aaron Blaine Martin; sisters, Polly Goins (Charles), Rachel Haycraft, Nathel Haycraft and Delores Jones; brothers, Easol Sanders (Erma) and David Sanders (Linda); numerous others nieces and nephews, including a very special nephew, Samuel Sanders (Debbie), who was like a son and daughter to her, and a special niece, Annette Geary, who was also like a daughter.  She was also preceded in death by, brothers Osa and Dennie Sanders, and sisters Molly Kersey and Ollie Sanders. 

Interment will be in Hill Grove Church Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to: Wounded Warriors and St. Jude Children’s Hospital.   

VISITATION
3 PM Monday, December 19, 2022 until time of the funeral service

on Wednesday, December 21, 2022.
Hill Grove Missionary Baptist Church

FUNERAL SERVICE
11 AM, Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Hill Grove Missionary Baptist Church

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​Ricky Allen Wells, 62, of Lagrange passed away Dec. 15, 2022 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital in Louisville.
 
The Edmonson County native was a mechanic and a member of Fairview United Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Conard Wells and Emiline Bratcher Wells of Smiths Grove, who survives.
 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Locust Grove Cemetery. Visitation will take place 3-7 PM Sunday and after 9:00 AM Monday.
 
Also surviving are a son, Anthony Allen Wells of Glasgow; a daughter, Tina Hubbard (Alan) of Glasgow; and five grandchildren.

Josephine Vincent Fink, 62, of Hodgenville passed away Dec. 14, 2022 at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown.

The Jefferson County native was a homemaker. She was the daughter of the late Billy Lahue Vincent and Beulah Johnson Vincent and the wife of the late Donald Walton Fink Jr. She was preceded in death by a companion, Kenneth Havunen.

No public services are scheduled. Gravil Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Surviving are a son, Donald Walton Fink III of Magnolia; four brothers, Chester Vincent (Tina) of Reidsville, NC, Steve Vincent (Linda) of Elizabethtown, Huel Vincent of Hodgenville and Robert Vincent (Keisha) of Clarkson; two grandchildren, Noah Harris and Emily Fink; and several nieces and nephews.

James Marshall Doyle, age 75 of Park City, departed this life on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at TJ Samson Community Hospital. The Jeffersonville, IN native was born on April 9, 1947 to the late Marvin Bransford Doyle and Elizabeth Lamastus Doyle. He was married to Peggy Hargrove Doyle, who survives. 

James served our country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam era. Upon completing his naval service he served as a pastor in College Grove, TN., Nashville, TN., Jeffersonville, IN., Jackson, MS., Louisville, KY., Homestead, FL., Newport News, VA., Brazoria, TX., and Yuma, AZ until he retired.  He was a member of Horse Cave Baptist Church.
Besides his wife he leaves to honor his memory-- one son, James M. Doyle II of Portsmouth, VA.; two daughters, Charisa Doyle Johnson (Joe) of Angleton, TX and Cara Doyle Rupp (Jesse) of Park City; grandchildren, Alex Doyle, Jacob Johnson, Sophia Johnson, Amy Elizabeth Trevino, Zoe Johnson, Emily Johnson, Paige Johnson, Jessica Lyla Rupp and Jack William Rupp; siblings, Lesley Doyle (Ann), Robert Doyle (Diana), Marvin Doyle, Larry Doyle (Becky) and John Doyle (Rhonda). He was also preceded in death by one sister, Lee Doyle. 
CELEBRATION OF LIFE SERVICE
6:00 pm, Thursday, December 22, 2022
Horse Cave Baptist Church

Michael David Preyer, 64, of Brownsville passed away Dec. 5, 2022 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green.

The Deer Park, CA native was an aerospace engineer for Northrup-Grumman. He was the son of the late David Michael Preyer and Robert and Virginia Holt Coombs of California, who survive.

No public services are scheduled. Gravil Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Surviving are his wife, Genelle Clayton Preyer; a son, Steven Preyer (Heather) of Temecula, CA; a daughter, Tiffany Orta of Tallahassee, FL; four grandchildren, Avery Preyer, Jarod Orta, Abigel Preyer and Pamela Faith Preyer; and three sisters, Jodie, Geanie and Bonnie.

Kenneth John Havunen, 76, of Hodgenville passed away Dec. 9, 2022 at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown.

The Smithfield, RI native was a talented pianist and was a machinist and mechanical engineer for Raytheon. He was the son of the late Neil W. Havunen and Ruth Stalker Havunen and the husband of the late Blanche Fortier Havunen.

No public services are scheduled. Gravil Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Surviving are three daughters, Amy Church and Tracy Hart both of Pascoag, RI and Amanda Voyles of Plant City, FL; eight grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren. He was also survived by his companion, Josephine Vincent Fink until her passing on Dec. 14, 2022.

Wanda Graham Day, age 76, of Cub Run, departed this life on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at Signature Healthcare Hart County. The Hart County native  was born on September 11, 1946 to the late Lester and Barbara Nunn Graham.

Wanda was a former federal employee for the Hart County FSA office.  Wanda loved spending time with her family and friends as well as attending church.  She was a wonderful mother, mamaw and friend. She grew up in Hammonsville, KY, and later moved to Cub Run, KY. As a young adult, she got saved at Rockford View United Baptist Church.  Later on, Wanda became a devoted member of Macedonia United Baptist Church in Cub Run.

She leaves to honor her memory— her sons, Rev. Terry Day (Deidre) of Munfordville and Jason Day of Cub Run; grandchildren, Kelsey Highbaugh (Daniel), Trent Day (Kaitlyn), Logan Day (Becca), Cameron Day, Alyssa Day and Jacie Day; great-grandchildren, Hadley, Presley, Dylan and Piper; a brother, David Graham (Andra); a sister-in-law, JoAnn Graham; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Besides her parents, she was also preceded in death by two siblings,  Darryl Graham and Shirley Carroll. 

Interment will be in Macedonia Church Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to: Hart of Autism, P.O. Box 84, Munfordville, KY 42765 or to New Beginnings Therapeutic Riding Inc., 600 Bill Ferguson Rd., Bowling Green, KY 4210.
 
VISITATION
1 PM—8 PM Friday, December 16, 2022

9 AM—11 AM Saturday, December 17, 2022
Macedonia United Baptist Church
 
FUNERAL SERVICE
11 AM, Saturday, December 17, 2022
Macedonia United Baptist Church
 
ARRANGEMENTS BY PATTON FUNERAL HOME CAVE CITY CHAPEL

Laverne Jaggers Meredith, age 80, of Park City, departed this life on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at her residence. The Louisville, KY native was born on June 16, 1942 to the late Herman and Beulah Horton Jaggers. She was married to Kenneth Meredith, who also preceded her in death. 

Laverne was a caregiver and member of the Baptist faith. 

She leaves to honor her memory— daughter, Celia Gail  Dorman of Park City; sons, Kenneth Newman Meredith (Dara) of Cub Run and Timothy Patrick Meredith (Janet) of Park City; grandchildren, Jeremiah Jorgensen (Sheila), Meredith Buckingham, Jacob Dorman, John Matthew Meredith and Adam Ruth (Ashley); great-grandchildren, Myah, Elijah and Katherine Jorgensen, Lauren and Hailey Buckingham, Carlie and Colton Johnson; several step-great-grandchildren; brother, Larry Wayne Jaggers (Gail) and sisters, Debbie Ann Omally (Jim) and Linda Meredith. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Jennifer Meredith and great-granddaughters, Mikayla and Melanie Buckingham.

Interment will be in Meredith Thompson Cemetery.

VISITATION
12:00 pm — 2:00 pm, Friday, December 16, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

FUNERAL SERVICE
2:00 pm, Friday, December 16, 2021
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

Andrew Thomas Gonterman, age 4, of Shepherdsville, returned to his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, December 7, 2022. He was able to become a superhero, as he always wanted through organ donation. Andrew was born on April 27, 2018 in Elizabethtown, KY.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his parents, Angela and Neil Gonterman; sisters, Amelia and Abigail; paternal grandparents, Randy and Pam Gonterman; maternal grandparents, Ronald and Teresa Judd; uncle and aunt, Ronald Judd, Jr. and Ashley Judd; great uncle and aunt, Stanley and Karen Gonterman; cousin, Mark Gonterman and a host of other dear family and friends.

Funeral service will be held at 12:00 pm, Thursday, December 15, 2022 in the chapel of Schoppenhorst, Underwood and Brooks Funeral Home (Preston Hwy. at Brooks Rd.) with burial to follow at Brookland Cemetery. Friends and family may pay their respects on Wednesday from 11:00 am until 8:00 pm and on Thursday from 10:00 am until the time of his service at 12pm at the funeral home.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates.
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Thelma Lewis, age 95, of Park City, passed away on Friday, December 9, 2022 at her residence. The Barren County native was born on April 16, 1927 to the late Nathan and Jewell Emerson Williams. She was married to Lethel “Jack” Lewis, who also preceded her in death.Thelma was a member of Oak Grove United Methodist Church and was a homemaker.

She leaves to honor her memory— her daughter, Patsy “Pat” Matthews (Lonnie) of Temple Hill; granddaughters, Heather Wilson (Jeff) of Park City and Andrea Smith of Glasgow; great-grandchildren, Laura Wilson, Jackson Smith, Jacob Wilson, Aiden Smith and Austin Smith; step grandchildren, Randy Matthews (Kim) and Ryan Matthews (April); step great-grandchildren, Tres Matthews, Preston Matthews, Brock Billingsley and Kimber Matthews; sisters-in-law, Viola Williams and Helen Nichols, along with several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Monroe, Garnett and J.R. Williams and a step grandchild, Rene Matthews. 

The family would like to especially acknowledge T.J. Sampson Hospice Program and caregiver, Linda Thomas, for their exceptional care. Memorial contributions can be made to: T.J. Samson Hospice, 1301 N. Race Street, Glasgow, KY 42141
Interment will be in Merry Oaks Cemetery.

VISITATION
1 - 7 PM, Wednesday, December 14, 2022
9 AM- 1 PM, Thursday, December 15, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

FUNERAL SERVICE
1 PM, Thursday, December 15, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Park City Chapel

​Melba Vincent, age 94 of Brownsville, departed this life on Friday, December 9, 2022 at the Genesis Edmonson Center in Brownsville. The Edmonson County native was born on June 13, 1928 to the late Rev. Lawrence and Bessie Chambers Vincent. She was married for over fifty years to Rev. Jake Vincent, who also preceded her in death.

Melba was the oldest member of Poplar Spring United Baptist Church, and was very devoted to her church until her health began to fail.  She worked in her home as a homemaker, and was an Avon representative for many years.

She leaves to honor her memory—daughters, Melissa Vincent (Johnny) of Chalybeate and Kathy Sue Spinks of Bowling Green; grandchildren, Rachel Smith (Stofer), Shawn Phillips (Jen), Bryant Phillips (LeAnn), Dakota Vincent and Derek Spinks; great-grandchildren, Bailey Phillips (Jose), Taylor Phillips, Cole Phillips (Miranda), Tyler Phillips, Tate Phillips, Brandon McKay Spinks and Hayden Browning; great-great–grandchildren, Jacey Grey Phillips and Jameson Canchola; siblings, Bro. Billy Vincent (Jean), Bro. Jerry Clay Vincent, Anna Basil, Elizabeth Lindsey (Bill) and Jan Cowles and son-in-law, Gary Phillips. She was also preceded in death by her son, Randy Vincent; daughters, Norma Jean Phillips and Beverly Ann Murley, and grandson, Brandon Murley, and a sister, Joyce Skaggs.

Interment will be in Poplar Spring Church Cemetery.  Memorial contributions can be made to: Poplar Spring Cemetery Fund, c/o Anthony Madison, 424 Main Street, Brownsville, KY 42210.

VISITATION
3 - 7 PM, Monday, December 12, 2022
10 AM - 1:30 PM, Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel
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 FUNERAL SERVICE
2 PM, Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Poplar Spring United Baptist Church

Orene Vincent, age 94, of Sweeden, departed this life on Friday, December 9, 2022 at Genesis Edmonson Center.  The Edmonson County native was born on June 8, 1928 to the late Efford “Elbow” and Ethel Meredith.  She was married to Dewey Truman Vincent, who also preceded her in death. 

Orene was a homemaker and worked with her hands to care for her family’s needs.  She was a member of Bee Spring Missionary Baptist Church, and the Green River Order of Eastern Star #577.  

She leaves to honor her memory— her daughters, Suzy Wood (Barry) and Debbie Doyle (Jerry) all of Brownsville; grandchildren, Natalie Basham (Tommy), Katherine Hall (David), Matthew Wood (Cecily) and Andrew Doyle (Ashley) and great-grandchildren, Taylor Harrison, Katherine Hall, Truman Hall, Gavin Basham, Gunner Basham and Cordelia Hall.  She was also predeceased by an infant son, Dewey T. Vincent, Jr. and her brothers, Charles and Glen Meredith.  

Interment will be in Sweeden Church Cemetery.  

Memorial contributions can be made to:  St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.  
 
VISITATION
11—7 PM, Monday, December 12, 2022
9—11 AM, Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel
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FUNERAL SERVICE
11 AM, Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

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Carolyn Blair, age 65, of Cave City, departed this life on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at The Medical Center at Caverna. The Barren County native  was born on October 22, 1957 to the late Jessie “Dick” and Marilyn Wagoner Hampton. She was married to Murrell Blair, who also preceded her in death.

Carolyn retired as a seamstress from Carhart,  and had worked in years passed at Dart and KOA. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading and spending time with her grandchildren, whom she adored. 

She leaves to honor her memory— her sons, Bobby Blair and Joseph Blair (April) all of Cave City; her granddaughters, Lily and Madelyn Blair; her siblings, Betty Hatcher (Eugene) of Cave City, Billy Hampton (Debbie) of Cave City and Wayne Hampton (Phyllis Ward) of Horse Cave; nephews and niece, Jessie Hampton, Joseph Hatcher and Marilyn Hampton, along with several other nephews, nieces and extended family members. Besides her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by two siblings, Robert Jessie Hampton and Patsy Carnahan. 

Interment will be in Locust Grove Cemetery.

VISITATION
3 - 7 PM, Wednesday, December 7, 2022

10 AM—1 PM, Thursday, December 8, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Cave City Chapel

FUNERAL SERVICE
1 PM, Thursday, December 8, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Cave City Chapel

Thomas Allen “T.J.” Payne Jr., 30, of Wingfield passed away Nov. 29, 2022 at his home.

The Edmonson County native was a farmer and a former employee of Whayne Supply. He was a son of Thomas Allen Payne Sr. of Scottsville and Judy Lynn Smith Payne of Wingfield, who survive. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gerald and Betty Jo Smith and Pizal and Allie Payne; and a niece, April Belcher.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday at Wingfield Cemetery. Visitation will take place 10:00 AM-1:00 PM at Gravil Funeral Home.

Also surviving are his wife, Veronica Lovos Payne; a son, Justin Allen Payne; a daughter, Marilyn Alexia Payne; a sister, Leslie Payne (Ben Miller) of Morgantown; a brother, Adam Smith (Jessica) of Wingfield; two nephews, Blake Smith and Jonathan Gertiser; two nieces, Shyanne Belcher and Haley Gertiser; a great nephew, Khyler Hogan; and several aunts and uncles.

James Earl Bunch, Sr., age 71, of Park City departed this life on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 in Glasgow. The Hart County native was born on April 5, 1951 to the late Leonard and Rose Craine Bunch. He was married to Charlene Heath Bunch, who survives. 

James served our country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era. He was a former employee of Anderson Woodworking and a member of the American Legion. 

Besides his wife, Charlene, he leaves to honor his memory— his children, James Earl Bunch, Jr. (Lori) of Glasgow and Michelle Marie Siewart of Hardyville; grandchildren, Zachary and Gracelyn Bunch and sister, Janette Owens (Jimmy) of Munfordville.  

A PRIVATE MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE PLANNED AT A LATER DATE.

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Amelia Brielle Jones, infant daughter of Kennith Jones and Madilynn Mencer, was stillborn Nov. 27, 2022 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green.
 
No public services are scheduled. Gravil Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
 
Surviving in addition to her parents are a brother, Tobias Jones; grandparents, Lindsay and Ben Mencer and Sabrina and Aaron Cline; great-grandparents, Pat and Danny Hayes, Shirley Hatfield, Charles Mencer Sr., Sheila and Jimmy Cline and Debbie and Kenny Goble; great-great-grandparents, Keith and Shirley Goble; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

​Shaylee “Bug” Hogan, age 8 of Chalybeate, departed this life on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at The Medical Center in Bowling Green. The Chalybeate native was born on August 20, 2014 to Chase and Stephanie Hogan.

Shaylee enjoyed playing games such as Roblox, Minecraft, and watching YouTube on her tablet and phone. She loved watching her FGTeeV shows, her snacks and Sprite (or as she liked to call it her “smacks and spray”) and was always wearing her rain boots or Crocs.  Wherever Shaylee was, she would always make people around her smile and laugh, and she dearly loved her extra family at South Edmonson Elementary and Hopebridge. She  attended Holly Springs Baptist Church. 

Besides her parents, Chase and Stephanie, she leaves to honor her memory—a sister, Sia Ann Hogan; maternal grandparents, Barry and Pauline Lay of Chalybeate; paternal grandparent,  Suzanne Alexander (David) of Virginia; great-grandparents, Gwendolyn Kerchee of Mt. Park, OK and Paul Campilongo (Gene); a special aunt, Tylerann Lay; two aunts, Fallon Willoughby (Sean) and Becky Langston; an uncle, Chris Langston (Kellie); and several cousins, great-aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Richard Hogan; and great-grandmother, Margaret Jackson.

Memorial contributions can be made to: Shaylee Hogan memorial fund, c/o Patton Funeral Home, P.O. Box 326, Brownsville, KY 42210.

Interment will be in Johnson Cemetery.

VISITATION
11—7 PM, Sunday, November 27, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

9 AM—1 PM, Monday, November 28, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

FUNERAL SERVICE
1 PM, Monday, November 28, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

Orvil LeRoy Whittle, age 92, of Leitchfield, KY, passed away Monday, (November 21, 2022) at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY.
 
He was born on July 17, 1930 in Edmonson County, KY, the son of the late Marshall and Bessie Neagle Whittle.
 
He was a retired rubber worker at American Synthetic Co. who enjoyed hunting, fishing, horseback riding and tinkering with cars. He was a member of the First General Baptist Church in Leitchfield where he was a member for 31 years.
 
He is survived by his daughters, Dianna Sheehan of Bee Springs, KY, Sherry Smith (John) of Murfreesboro, TN; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
 
Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Lillian Bernice Whittle; son, Stephen D. Whittle, one grandson, Brandon D. Whittle, a son-in-law, Steven Smith, and a brother, Donald Whittle.
 
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m.  Saturday, (November 26, 2022) at the Dermitt Funeral Home in Leitchfield. Bro. Buddy Brooks will be officiating. Burial will be in the Rocky Hill Cemetery in Smiths Grove, KY.
 
Visitation will be at the Dermitt Funeral Home from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday and from 10:00 a.m. Saturday until time of services.
 
Online condolences can be made in the guestbook on our website at www.dermittfuneralhome.com.

James C. “Jimmie” Lindsey, 62, of Glasgow passed away Nov. 18, 2022 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville.
 
The Warren County native was a forklift operator for Henkel Corporation, an avid bass fisherman, a member of Bass Angler Sportsman Society, a US Marine Corps veteran and a member of Poplar Spring United Baptist Church. He was a son of the late Chester William Lindsey and Betty Ann Jessie Lindsey.
 
A military rites ceremony will be held at 7:00 PM Wednesday at Gravil Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 3:00 PM Wednesday.
 
Surviving are his wife, Geneva Rose Gregory Lindsey; two step daughters, Amanda McGrew (John) of Roundhill and Kimberly VanMeter (Jes) of Monticello; a brother, Davis Lindsey (Beth) of Bowling Green; a sister, Fredia Larson (Greg) of Sebring, FL; two grandchildren, Liam McGrew and Jacoby McGrew; a niece; and three nephews.

Texie Colley, age 95 of Chalybeate, departed this life on Thursday, November 17, 2022 at her residence. The Edmonson County native was born on October 19, 1927 to the late Acie and Annie Cooke Carroll. She was married to the late Lowell Douglas Colley. 

Texie was a natural born caregiver.  She worked with her hands to care for her family and others that were in need.   She was very meticulous about her lawn, garden and flowers, and loved being outdoors working or riding her golf cart and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was a member of Hubsfield Holiness Church.  

She leaves to honor her memory— two sons, Moran Meredith (Brenda) of Bee Spring and Cary Dale Meredith (fiancée Melissa) of Chalybeate; eleven grandchildren, Amanda VanMeter, Tyler Meredith (Stephanie), Joie Meredith, Jared Meredith, Michelle Yoebstl, Missy Lack (Alan), Aaron Meredith, Timmy Ashley, Terry Ashley (Kim), Todd Ashley (Wanda) and Stacy Ashley, along with several great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Besides her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by her children, Jerry D. Meredith and Linda Ashley; a grandson, Randy Meredith and siblings, Sherman, Wavie, Marlow, Ray, Elba and Randell Carroll, Truly Carroll, May Lashley and Effie Lashley. 

Interment will be in Hubsfield Church Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to:  Hubsfield Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Arlen Blanton. 

VISITATION
2 PM—7 PM, Monday, November 21, 2022
Patton Funeral Home Brownsville Chapel

10 AM— 1 PM, Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Hubsfield Holiness Church

FUNERAL SERVICE
1 PM, Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Hubsfield Holiness Church

Louise Cardwell Mayhugh, age 84 of Smiths Grove, KY formerly of Morgantown, KY passed away Thursday, November 17, 2022 at her residence. Louise was born Friday, August 12, 1938 in Butler Co., KY to the union of the late Ancil and Geneva Howard Cardwell.

She was a retired hairdresser and volunteered at the Morgantown Mission. Louise was artistic and enjoyed painting, decorating, cooking, and spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren. Other than her parents, Louise is preceded in death by her husband, Herman D. Mayhugh, one daughter, Jennifer Jo Mayhugh, one brother, Tommy Cardwell and one sister, Sonja Flener.

Louise is survived by one daughter, Lecia Priddy (Dennis) of Smiths Grove, KY, one son, Joey Mayhugh (Allison) of Fulshear, TX, three grandchildren; Joseph Priddy (Jessica) of Smiths Grove, KY, Rachel Donnelly (Arthur) of Smiths Grove, KY and Stuart Mayhugh of Fulshear, TX, four great-grandchildren; Jack and Ford Priddy and Walker and Holt Porter Donnelly, all of Smiths Grove, KY, two brothers; W.D. Cardwell (Gail) and Randal Cardwell (Teresa) both of Morgantown, KY and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at Union Cemetery with Tim Flener officiating. Visitation will be held Monday, November 21, 2022 from 4:00 PM until 7:00PM at the Jones Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southern Kentucky, 5872 Scottsville Road, Bowling Green, KY 42104.

Bobby Joe Hatcher, 67, of Cave City passed away Nov. 18, 2022 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green
 
The Barren County native was a carpenter, a grand commander of the Knights Templar and a US Army Vietnam veteran. He was the son of the late Joe Melbourne and Dorothy Alene Rose Shobe and was raised by his late grandparents, W.W. and Lee Hatcher. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Hunter Gage Hatcher.
 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Campground Cemetery in Cave City. Visitation will take place 2-6 PM Sunday and after 10:00 AM Monday.
 
Surviving are his wife, Charolette Miller Hatcher; five sons, John Hatcher of Tompkinsville, Josh Hatcher of Munfordville, Shawn Hatcher and Bill Hatcher both of Oklahoma City and David Hatcher of Cave City; four daughters, Cherry Payne (Joe David) of Smiths Grove, Julie Spann (Robert) of Glasgow, Karen Smith (Michael) of Edmonton and Jessie Minor (Garrett) of Cave City; 12 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; several aunts; and many cousins.

Evon A. Rajewich Sr., 75, of Brownsville passed away Nov. 9, 2022 at his residence.
 
Evon was born in Winner, SD and grew up in Indio, CA. He began his roofing career in Illinois, where he served as president of the United Slate, Tile and Composition Roofers, Damp and Waterproof Workers Association, during which he was instrumental in implementing a pension program which is still in effect today. After moving to Kentucky, he continued his roofing career at Western Kentucky University from which he retired. He was a son of the late Clarence Albert Rajewich and Lucille Kahler Rajewich Fenner. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Kathleen Elmore Rajewich; a son, Joseph Dean Rajewich; and a sister, Margie Lewis.
 
No public services will be held. Gravil Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
 
Surviving are a daughter, Tammy Novitsky (Glen) of Gallatin, TN; a son, Evon A. Rajewich Jr. (Erin) of Prospect; two grandchildren, Mabel Rajewich and Wren Rajewich; two sisters, Donna Young and Jeanie Gianacakos; two brothers, Harry Rajewich and Clarence Rajewich Jr.; two sisters-in-law, Mary Jackson (Kurt) of Glasgow and Nanna Lee Elmore of Caneyville; and several nieces and nephews including Jennifer McNett, Ashley Jackson, Rob Jackson, Ricky Lewis and Doug Lewis.

Mary Dalton Childress, 89, of Bowling Green passed away Nov. 14, 2022 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green.

The Butler County native was a homemaker. She was the daughter of the late Willie Dalton and Wava White Dalton and the wife of the late Duane Childress. She was preceded in death by a son, Darrell Childress and three brothers, Charles Dalton, M.T. Dalton and Ray Dalton.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM Saturday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial to follow in Honaker Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM Saturday.

Surviving are a son, Larry Childress (Melanie) of Hanover, IN; a daughter, Kathy Batsel (Roger) of Bowling Green; a daughter-in-law, Deanna Harwood; a brother, Johnny Dalton (Faye) of Morgantown; five grandchildren, Michelle Childress, Aaron Childress, Roger Batsel (Kathleen), Duane Childress and Dayna Cardwell (Matt); and five great grandchildren, Hartleigh Convoy, Ava Batsel, Cullen Batsel, Ada Childress and Corbin Childress.