Earl, Victor Lee Sr.

Booneville- Victor Lee Earl, Sr., age 67, husband of Diane (Christiansan) Earl, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2011 at his residence in Sturgeon, Kentucky. Victor was born in Plainwell, Michigan on April 13, 1944, a son of the late Ottis and Ada (Anson) Earl. He was retired, a former Bridge Tender for the State of Florida Highway Department, a member of the North American Hunting and Fishing Club, and attended the Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, 2 sons; Victor Jr., and William Earl, both of Booneville, KY, 1 sister; Carol Perrigan of Crescent City, FL, 2 grandchildren, and a host of friends and family. Victor was preceded in death by his parents and 2 children; Benjamin and Julia Joy Earl. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, December 2, 2011 at 6:00 PM at the Warrens Chapel Methodist Church in Vincent, KY with Reverend J. Jamison Brunk officiating. Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com 11/29/2011.

 

Earl, Victor Lee Jr.

Booneville KY- Victor Earl Jr., age 40, passed away Friday, September 9, 2016 at his residence in Booneville, KY. Victor was born July 4, 1976 in Crescent City, FL, and was a son to the late Victor Sr. and Diane (Christiansan) Earl. Victor loved the outdoors and tending to his farm animals. He is survived by 1 brother, Billy Earl of Booneville, KY, along with many other loving family members and friends. Victor was preceded in death by both parents, 1 brother; Benjamin Earl and 1 sister; Julia Joy Earl. A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. 09/14/2016.

 

Easterling, Josephine Turner

Booneville, KY – Josephine Easterling, 82, of Route 1, Booneville, KY, passed away November 30, 2008 at the Owsley County Health Care Center after a long illness. She was a homemaker and a member of the Mount Calvary Baptist Church of Greenville, South Carolina. She was born on January 21, 1926 in Savannah, Georgia to Robert and Ruth Wilson Turner. She is survived by her husband, Rev. L. C. Easterling of Booneville, KY; two daughters, Andrea (& Russell) Baker, Pensacola, Florida and Jennifer Prauley of Booneville, KY; a son, Robert L. (& Janie) Easterling, Anderson, South Carolina; six grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and a sister, Charlotte Messer of Macon, Georgia. Visitation will be held on Wednesday evening, from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m., December 3rd at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at the Levi Baptist Church with Rev. Russell Baker and Rev. L. C. Easterling officiating. Burial in the Evans Cemetery with Searcy and Strong Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel December 3, 2008.

 

Easterling, Rev. Leaston C.

Rev. L. C. Easterling, (Brother C.), 90, went to be with the Lord December 25, 2012 at the Kentucky River Medical Center in Jackson, KY following a long illness. Mr. Easterling was born June 25, 1922 in Daisy, Georgia, was the son of the late Earl Hardy and Annie Slater Easterling, was the widower of Josephine Turner Easterling, was a veteran of World War II and was a missionary worker and pastor since 1966 and pastor of the Levi Baptist Church. He is survived by two daughters: Mrs. Andrea Baker & husband Russell of Pensacola, Florida and Mrs. Jennifer Smith and husband Alan of Booneville, KY; one son, Mr. Robert L. Easterling and wife Janie of Anderson, South Carolina; 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; also there are several relatives and friends. Funeral services for Rev. Easterling were held Sunday, December 30, 2012 at 2:00 P.M. at the Levi Baptist Church, with visitation on Saturday evening from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. Officiating the services were the Rev. Terry Sandlin and the Rev. Russell Baker. Burial followed in the Evans Family Cemetery at Pebworth, KY. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Levi Missionary Fund. The Searcy and Strong Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 01/03/2013.

 

Eby, Alma Ruth McIntosh

Alma Ruth (McIntosh) Eby, age 74, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, formerly of Jacksonburg, Ohio, passed away June 12, 2012 after a long battle with heart disease. She was born March 5, 1938 in Booneville, Kentucky to Theo and Mattie (Rowland) McIntosh. While living in Ohio, she attended the United Methodist Church of West Elkton, and taught Sunday School. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Kalamazoo, where she was actively involved in church activities. Preceding her in death were her parents; one brother, Wayne McIntosh; one brother-in-law, Seldon Henry; and one sister-in-law, Mary Ellen McIntosh. She is survived by one son, Mark Eby of Benton, Kentucky; one daughter, Diane (Eby) Baker of Kalamazoo, Michigan; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren; one sister, Betty Henry of Trenton, Ohio; three brothers, Winton McIntosh, wife Barbara of Trenton, Ohio, Rex McIntosh, wife Beverly of Middletown, Ohio and Mitchell McIntosh, wife Judy of Hamilton, Ohio; one sister-in-law Beverly Baker, husband Steve of Middletown, Ohio; and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 22, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 120 South Main St., West Elkton, Ohio, with Pastor Sandra Apgar officiating. A time of remembrance and fellowship for family and friends with follow the service. www.journal-news.com 09/20/2012

 

Edwards, Bennie Joe

Mr. Bennie Joe Edwards, 58, passed away January 30, 2012 at his residence following a long illness. He was born January 30, 1954 in Clay County, KY was the son of the late Corney and Minnie Hensley Edwards, was a construction worker and was a member of the Royal Oak Baptist Church. Bennie Joe is survived by his former wife and friend: Mrs. Shirley Botner of Booneville, KY; two sisters: Mrs. Judy Byrd of Sextons Creek, KY and Mrs. Linda Kay Hensley of Cincinnati, Ohio and two brothers: Mr. Delbert Edwards of Manchester, KY and Mr. Everett Edwards of Connersville, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents: Corney and Minnie Edwards and a brother: Ronnie Edwards. Funeral services for Mr. Edwards were held Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. with visitation starting at 12:00 noon at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. Officiating the services was the Rev. Bill Walton with the burial following at the Clark Cemetery in Clay County, KY. The Searcy and Strong Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 02/09/2012.

 

Edwards, Betty Burch Sizemore

Sextons Creek, KY – Betty J. Burch Edwards, 61, of HC 71, wife of Ralph Edwards, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2000 at the Central Baptist Hospital, Lexington, Kentucky after a short illness. She was a housewife and a member of the Saddler Baptist Church. Born in Owsley County on May 1, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Logan and Flora Brewer Burch. She is survived by her husband, Ralph Edwards of Sextons Creek; two sons, Lannie W. (& Carolyn) Sizemore and Ricky Sizemore, both of Booneville; a daughter, Sundae Sizemore, Booneville, a step-daughter, Sherry Sizemore, London, Kentucky; two brothers, William D. (and Margaret) Burch and Dale (& Patricia) Burch; two sisters, Gertrude Peters and Sophia (& Brown) Peters, all of Booneville; six grandchildren and two step grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Zethel, George and Bennie. Funeral services were held Sunday, August 31, 2000, 2:00 p.m. at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Combs officiating. Visitation was Saturday from 6 – 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial in the Ross Cemetery with Searcy and Strong Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 08/17/2000.

 

Edwards, Bill

Lexington, KY- Bill Edwards, age 86, and husband of Marcell (Crase) Edwards, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2016 at the St. Joseph Hospice Center in Lexington, KY. Bill was born October 24, 1929 in Pebworth Community of Owsley County, a son to the late Fred and Edna (Hammons) Edwards. Bill was a retired heavy equipment operator for Columbia Gas in Lexington, he enjoyed getting in the car and just driving around the country side and spending time with the grandkids. Bill was a US Army Veteran having served in the Korean Conflict, and was a member of the Grace Baptist Church in Lexington. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, 2 daughters; Renna (Chris) Campbell of Walton, KY and Jeanie Morgan of Lexington, KY, 5 grandchildren; Dustin Edwards, Melody Clark, Lucas Morgan, Ariel Slavin, and Ina Campbell, 3 great grandchildren; Makayla Clark, Dakota Christian, and Anabelle Morgan, along with many other loving family members and friends. Bill was preceded in death by parents, 2 children; Chris and Bridgette Edwards, 6 sisters; Ruth Edwards, Bertha McComas, Barbara Edwards, Louise Davis, Betty Robertson and Susie Head, 1 brother; Rudale Edwards. Funeral Services along with Military Rites from the Jack Welch Chapter 165, Disabled American Veterans, will be held March 21, 2016 at 2:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home in Booneville, KY. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until time of the service at the funeral home, with Pastor Steve Price officiating. Burial will follow in the Newnam Family Cemetery located in the Pebworth Community of Owsley County. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com

 

Edwards, Bonnie Lee Clem

Bonnie Lee Clem Edwards was born on May 25, 1944 in Oneida, KY and departed this on November 28, 2021 at her residence being 77 years of age. She was the daughter of the late Ralph & Lucy Peters Clem. Bonnie was united in marriage to Charles Edwards who also preceded her in death. She is survived by her four children, Teresa Sparks (Michael) of Sextons Creek, Sue Edwards of Booneville, KY, Brenda Wilson (Jeff) of Owsley County and Donald Edwards (Melissa) of Annville, KY. She was blessed with twelve grandchildren, twenty-eight great grandchildren. She is also survived by the following brothers and sisters, Charlotte, Linda, Shirley, Freddy, Ernie, Charles, and a brother Roy who preceded her in death. Bonnie was a homemaker and of the Baptist Faith. We feel our loss is Heaven’s gain. Funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Lakes Funeral Home. Burial to follow in the Clem Cemetery in Owsley County. Lakes Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. www.lakesfuneralhomemckee.com

 

Edwards, Carl

Carl "Papaw" Edwards, 83, of 313 Western Ave., Connersville, died Sunday, Jan. 14, 2001, at his home. He had been in failing health for the last two months. He was born March 1, 1917, in Owsley County, Ky., to Bradley and Nannie Seale Edwards. He served with the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression. He worked at American Kitchens, Rex Manufacturing and Philco Ford, Connersville Casket Company and D&M, where he retired in 1982. He also worked for his son Gary at Central Auto Parts. He was a charter memberr of the Everton Southern Baptist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Norma Jacksonn of Connersvvile, Patricia Price, at home, and Kimberly Kate Pope of Blooming Grove; four sons, Bobby Carl, Gary Wayne and Timothy Mitchell Edwards, all of Connersville, and Barry Morgan Edwards of Liberty; three grandchildren he helped raise Amanda House and Bruce Bradley Price, both of Connersville, and Chad Wayne Price of Brownsville; one half brother, Gene Edwards of Owsley County, Ky.; one half sister, Hazel Brewster of Pekin; 25 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bessie Mae Wilson Edwards, whom he married Feb. 2, 1940, in Owsley County, Ky., on Feb. 16, 1985; one half sister, Delores Edwards, and his step mother, Effie Edwards. Service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Urban-Winkler Funeral Home, 513 W. Eighth St., Connersville. The Rev. Bill Isaacs, former pastor of Everton Southern Baptist Church, and the Rev. Freddie Helton, current pastor of Everton Southern Baptist Church, have been asked to officiate. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Everton Southern Baptist Church. Palladium-Item (Richmond, IN) Monday, 15 January 2001

 

Edwards, Clarence

Clarence Edwards, age 88, of Manchester, Ky., passed away Saturday, 16 Apr. 2011. Manchester, Clay Co., Ky. at his home. He was born 1 Mar. 1923 Owsley Co., Ky. He was a Veteran of WWII, and served in the US Army & US Airforce. He was proceeded in death by his parents Luther & Lucy (Becknell) Edwards, & the following sisters; Sylvia Pennington, Velma Gunter, & Mattie Byrd. Clarence is survived by one sister Callie Metcalf of Sextons Creek, Ky., & the following brothers; Clifton (DeEtta) Edwards, Charles (Bonnie) Edwards of Owsley Co., Ky., Fred (Linda) Edwards, Edd (Barbara) Edwards of Manchester, Ky. He is also survived by lots of nieces & nephews. Visitation was held 11 A.M., Tuesday, 19 Apr. 2011 at the Britton Funeral Home. Funeral services followed at 2:00 P.M. at the Britton Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. George Grigsby officiating, burial followed with Military Service in the Oldham Cemetery HWY 1350 Owsley Co., Ky. Britton Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

 

Edwards, Clifton

Mr. Clifton Edwards, 93, passed away October 18, 2018 at the Hospice Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, KY, following a brief illness. He was born July 13, 1925 in Owsley Co., KY, was the son of the late Luther & Lucy Becknell Edwards, was a retired factory worker & carpenter and was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church. Mr. Edward is survived by his loving wife of over 70 years; Mrs. DeEtta Edwards of Booneville, Ky, one son: Mr. Donnie Edwards & wife Peggy of Georgetown, KY, three daughters: Mrs. Kathy King of Tyner, KY, Mrs. Wanda Edwards of Richmond, KY & Mrs. Shannon Long of Lexington, KY,six grandchildren: Ms. Sandra King of Lexington, KY, Mr. David King & Mr. Danny King of Tyner, KY, Mr. Eric Long & wife Jezami of London, KY, Mrs. Ashley Ackerman & husband Dave of Georgetown, KY & Ms. Erica Long of Lexington, KY, six great-grandchildren: Taylor King of Tyner, KY, Cruz, Oaklee & Case Long of London, KY, Colton & Elyanna Ackerman of Georgetown, KY, one sister: Mrs. Callie Metcalf of Sextons Creek, KY, one brother: Mr. Fred Edwards & wife Linda of Manchester, KY, also there are a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Luther & Lucy Edwards, a grandchild: Latoya Edwards, two sons-in-law: Denver King & Johnny Long, three sisters: Mattie Byrd, Velma Gunther & Sylvia Pennington & three brothers: Clarence, Charles & Ed Edwards. Funeral services for Mr. Edwards were held Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 2:00 PM with visitation starting at 11:00 AM at the Searcy & Strong Funeral Home, officiating the services was Bro. Harold Becknell with the burial following in the Shepherd Memorial Cemetery in Booneville. The Searcy & Strong Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 10/24/2018.

 

Edwards, Clifton

Clifton Edwards, 41, of Connersville passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020. He was born on April 20, 1978 to the late Robert Carl Edwards and Connie Lou Kinneman Edwards. In August of 2001, he married Brandi Asbury. Clifton had worked at Alpha Dawg Diesel repair in Cambridge City and at the Milroy Pallet Company. Clifton was often found listening and singing along to country music and fishing. He enjoyed attending tractor pulls and demolition derbies. He was an avid Dallas Cowboy football fan. Clifton was known for his sense of humor and having a good time. Most importantly he loved to spend time with his family. Along Brandi, he will be greatly missed by a son Cayden (Jordan Revalee) Edwards; 2 daughters, Kylie Asbury and Starr Shepard; 3 brothers, Clint Edwards, Robert (Michelle Powers) Edwards and Charlie (Angie) Edwards; a sister, Michele Edwards; 4 grandchildren, Mia Lakes, Elliana Workman, Ava Powers and Jameson Powers; several nieces and nephews; and a very special friend Mike Horning. Visitation for Clifton will be held on Monday, January 27, 2020 from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm at Urban Winkler Funeral Home, 513 W. 8th St. Connersville, Indiana 47331. The funeral service will begin at 2:00 pm at the funeral home on Monday. Burial will follow in Dale Cemetery.

 

Edwards, DeEtta Becknell

Mrs. DeEtta Edwards, 86, passed away March 12, 2020 at the Owsley County Health Care Center following a long illness. She was born January 11, 1934 in Owsley County, KY. She was the daughter of the late Shafter & Martha Ross Becknell. She was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church. Mrs. Edwards is survived by one son: Mr. Donnie Edwards & wife Peggy of Georgetown, KY, three daughters: Mrs. Wanda Edwards of Richmond, KY, Mrs. Shannon Long of London, KY and Mrs. Kathy King of Tyner, KY, six grandchildren: Ms. Sandra King of Lexington, KY, Mr. David & Mr. Danny King of Tyner, KY, Mr. Eric Long & wife Jezami of London, KY, Mrs. Ashley Ackerman & husband Dave of Georgetown, KY & Ms. Erica Long of Lexington, KY, five great-grandchildren: Cruz, Oaklee & Case Long of London, KY, Colton & Elyanna Ackerman of Georgetown, KY, three brothers: Mr. Ronnie Becknell & wife Karen of Jackson County, Mr. Randall Becknell & wife Jean of Manchester, KY and Mr. Max Becknell and wife Shirley of Bowling Green, KY. Also there are several other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: Shafter & Martha Becknell, her husband: Clifton Edwards, a grand-daughter: Latoyia Edwards, two son-in-laws: Johnny Long & Denver King and two brothers: Coylee and E. C. Becknell. Funeral services for Mrs. Edwards were held Sunday, March 15, 2020 at 2:00 PM. Visitation was at 11:00 AM at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. Officiating the services was the Rev. Jamie Brunk with burial following in the Shepherd Memorial Cemetery in Booneville. The Searcy and Strong Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 03/25/2020.

 

Edwards, Ed

Ed Edwards, 74, of Manchester, was born April 6th, 1940, and passed away Sunday, August 24th, 2014 at the St. Joseph London hospital. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Edwards of Greenbrier, one son, James Edwards of Greenbrier, one daughter Tina Carnahan and husband Ben of Greenbrier, three grandchildren, Austin and Adam Carnahan, and Cody Edwards. He is also survived by two brothers, Cliff Edwards of Booneville, Fred Edwards of Manchester, two sisters, Callie Metcalf of Sexton Creek, and Karen McQueen of Moore's Creek, KY. He is preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Lucy Becknell Edwards, two brothers, Clarence Edwards, Charles Edwards, and three sisters, Mattie Byrd, Sylvia Pennington, and Belma Gunther. He also leaves a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his death. Funeral services for Ed Edwards will be held 2 PM Wednesday at the Britton Funeral Home chapel with George Grigsby officiating. Burial will follow in the Carnahan Cemetery on Greenbrier. Visitation will be after 12 Noon Wednesday at the Britton Funeral Home. http://www.brittonfh.com 08/26/2014.

 

Edwards, Emma Jean Cook

Emma Jean (nee Cook) Edwards age 82 of Clarksville, Ohio passed peacefully Monday, January 9, 2017 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born October 6, 1934 in Green Hall, Kentucky, Emma was the daughter of Daniel and Chloe (nee Peters) Cook and was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Emma was a dedicated member of the Full Gospel Church of God in Lebanon, Ohio and enjoyed gardening, canning, cooking and reading her Bible. Preceded in death by her parents and son Steven Edwards; Emma leaves behind her loving husband of 62 years Charles Edwards of Clarksville, Ohio; sons Wayne (Kathy) Edwards of Lebanon, Ohio and Donny (Dana) Edwards of South Bloomfield, Ohio; daughters Robin (Joe) Gross of Lebanon, Ohio and Penny (Michael) O'Connell of Lebanon, Ohio; brothers John (Pat) Cook of Pike County, Ohio, Glenn (Mildred) Cook of Cincinnati, Ohio, Carl (Janice) Cook of Hillsboro, Ohio and Keith Cook of Chillicothe, Ohio; sister Helen Wilson of Maineville, Ohio; ten grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Thursday, January 12, 2017 from 6pm until 8pm at the Full Gospel Church of God, 1502 Deerfield Road, Lebanon, Ohio. Funeral services will be held at the church Friday, January 13, 2017 at 10am with Pastor Brian Smith and Pastor Ray Napier officiating. Burial will follow in the Cottie's Corner Cemetery, Pike County, Ohio. http://stinekilburnfuneralhome.com/69/Home.html .

Edwards, Ernest Clyde

Ernest Clyde Evans, 47, of 209 Honeysuckle Lane, husband of Debbie Evans, died Wednesday (August 18, 2004) at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington. A native of Madison County, he was the son of Blanche Pendergrass Evans and the late Clyde Evans. He was a contractor and a member and deacon of Calvary Christian Church. He was an assistant coach of the George Rogers Clark High School baseball team, a member of the board of directors for the Winchester Little League Association and a member of the GWRRA Riders, Mt. Sterling. Additional survivors include a son, Ernie Clyde Evans, Winchester; a daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Matt Hilliard, Winchester; a grandson, Carson Matthew Hilliard, Winchester; three sisters and a brother-in-law, Tamara Evans, Lexington; Karen and Ronnie Goocey, Lexington, and Vonda Jackson, Nicholasville, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Christian Church, 15 Redwing Drive, by Dale Adams. Burial will be in the Pendergrass Cemetery, Owsley County. Pallbearers will be Terry Evans, Dean Noe, Omer Noe, Gary Joe Evans, Ronnie Goocey, Bill Harp, Kenny Dunahoo and Darrell Evans; honorary, Dr. Scott Baker, Verne Mohr, deacons and elders of Calvary Christian Church, GRCHS baseball coaches and players and the GWRRA Riders. Friends may call 6-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Scobee Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may take the form of contributions to Calvary Christian Church Building Fun, 15 Redwing Drive, Winchester, Ky. 40391. The guestbook is at www.scobeefuneralhome.com. Visitation: 6-9 PM Friday at Calvary Christian Church Funeral: 11:00 AM Saturday at Calvary Christian Church Interment: Pendegrass Cemetery, Owsley Co. Ernest Clyde Evans Obituary - 2004 - Scobee Funeral Home (tributearchive.com)

 

Edwards, Eugene

Mr. Eugene Edwards, 93, passed away December 24, 2017 at the Owsley County Health Care Center following a long illness. He was born September 04, 1924 in Owsley County, KY, was the son of the late Bradley & Effie McQueen Edwards, was the widower of Eva Ball Edwards, was an Auto Mechanic, a veteran of W. W. II and was a member of the Christian Church. Mr. Edwards is survived by one daughter: Mrs. Caroline Little of Booneville, KY, one grand-daughter: Mrs. Jessica Estes of Beattyville, KY, three great-grand-daughters: Ms. Whitney Caudell, Ms. McKenzie Mays & Ms. Bailey Estes all of Beattyville, KY, one sister: Mrs. Hazel Brewster of Pekin, IN & several relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Bradley & Effie Edwards, one brother, Carl Edwards & one sister, Deloris Deaton Murrell. Funeral services for Mr. Edwards was held Friday, December 29, 2017 at 1:00 PM with visitation starting at 11:00 AM at the Searcy & Strong Funeral Home. Officiating the service was the Bro. Walter Turner with the burial following in the Moore Cemetery on Lower Buffalo in Owsley County. The Searcy & Strong Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 01/03/18.

 

Edwards, Eva

Booneville, KY – Eva Edwards, 73, of Route 1, passed away at her residence on April 3, 2006 after a long illness. She was a homemaker and a Christian. She was born in Clay County, on April 21, 1932, the daughter of Herman and Sarah Madden Ball. She is survived by her husband, Eugene Edwards of Booneville; a son, Wendell (& Zella) Edwards, Booneville, Kentucky; a daughter, Caroline E. Little of Campton, Kentucky; her mother, Sarah Ball of Booneville, Kentucky; Caroline’s special friend, Bradford Bryant of Campton, Kentucky; former son-in-law, Roy Lee Little of Booneville, Kentucky; a brother, Mendle Ball, Booneville, Kentucky; and a sister, Lola Southard of London, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Ball and a sister, Irene Ball. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, April 6, 2006 at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home with Rev. Hank Patton officiating. Visitation was held from 5 – 9 p.m. on Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Burial in the Moore Cemetery on Lower Buffalo with Searcy and Strong Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel April 13, 2006

 

Edwards, Evalee Thompson

Booneville, KY – Evalee Edwards, 82, widow of Paul Edwards, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2008, at the Kentucky River Medical Center in Jackson, KY. Evalee was born in Breathitt County, KY on July 25, 1926, to the late Letcher and Myrtle Turner Thompson. She was a former waitress, a homemaker and a member of the Anglin Branch Baptist Church and Eastern Star. She is survived by three sons, Marcus (& Stella) Edwards of Booneville, KY, David Noble of Jackson Co., KY and Gary Noble of Booneville, KY; a daughter, Paula (& James) Dooley of Booneville, KY; seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Also surviving are four sisters, Wilma Rule of Stanton, KY, Ruby Riley of Wolfe County, KY, Ruth Sebastian of Booneville, KY and Shirley Bowman of Breathitt County, KY; and a host of friends and relatives. Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Virgil, Phillip and Benny Thompson; a grandchild and a great grandchild. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Booneville Funeral Home with Pastor David Rule officiating. Visitation was held on Monday evening, December 8th from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Burial at the Edwards Cemetery, Anglin Branch in Owsley Co., with the Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel December 10, 2008.

 

Edwards, Freddie

Freddie Edwards, 86, of Manchester, KY, passed away Wednesday, January 12th, at his home. Freddie was born in Island City, KY on April 19, 1935, a son of the late Luther and Lucy Becknell Edwards. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Edwards. Freddie is survived by his daughter, Tammy Edwards of Frankfort. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Brittany Edwards, Brandon Edwards, and Donovan Edwards; and his great-grandchildren: Rylen Edwards, Ally Hoskins, Jackson Hoskins, Bentley McQueen, Jaylynn Edwards, Raelynn Edwards, Atreus Edwards, and Jaxton Edwards. In addition to his wife and parents, Freddie was preceded in death by the following brothers and sisters: Clarence Edwards, Clifton (DeEtta) Edwards, Charles (Bonnie) Edwards, Edgar (Barbara) Edwards, Sylvia (Ernie) Pennington, Velma Gunther, Callie (Isaac) Metcalf, Mattie Byrd, and Karen (R.G.) McQueen. A Memorial Service for Freddie will be held at a later date. Britton Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. www.brittonfh.com

 

Edwards, Gary Wayne

Gary Wayne Edwards, 62, of Connersville, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, August 21, 2014, surrounded by his loving family, at Fayette Regional Health System following a ten-year battle with cancer. One of seven children, he was born February 17, 1952 in Connersville, the son of Carl (*son of William Bradley & Nannie Seale Edwards) and Bessie Wilson (*daughter of Robert Tye & Kate Wilson) Edwards and was a 1970 graduate of Connersville High School. On August 19, 1972, he was married in St. Gabriel Church to Helen Rose Risch of Connersville. He was employed at Philco-Ford and later at D then, he became associated with the parts business by becoming employed at White Implements, which later became Dickman & Sons Implements ultimately he became manager of Wells Auto Parts and, for last thirty years, along with his wife, they owned and operated Central Auto Parts. A member of St. Gabriel Church and Knights of Columbus Council #861, he was also a member of the Connersville Moose Lodge. He enjoyed racing Dirt Flat Drags throughout the area and was an avid coon hunter; he enjoyed spending time with his family and the fellowship every day with his regular customers where he was known as a 'wheeler and dealer'. Survivors include his wife of forty-two years, Helen Edwards, three children, Lisa Ann Edwards and her companion Josh Copeland, John David Edwards and his friend Donita Jones and Catherine 'Cathy' Mae Gettinger and her husband Chad, all of Connersville, six grandchildren, Wyatt Wayne, Addisyn Rose and Kane Alan Gettinger, Dylann Paige Edwards, Haley Alexandra Jones and Joshua Allen Copeland, six brothers and sisters, Norma Jackson and Patricia 'Patsy' Price, both of Connersville, Robert 'Bobby' Edwards of Rushville, Indiana, Barry Edwards and his wife Brenda of Liberty, Indiana, Timothy 'Timmy' Edwards of Connersville and Kimberly 'Kate' Pope and her husband Mike of Blooming Grove, Indiana, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by Helens family, nine brothers and sisters-in-law, Shirley Wise and her husband Kevin and Joann Borders and her husband Kerry, both of Connersville, Eddie Risch of Romney, Indiana, Karen Lippincott and her husband Mark of Milton, Indiana, Lois Risch of Colorado, Nancy Barr, Lowell Risch, Judy Smith and her husband Randy and Rosemary Brown and her husband Mark, all of Connersville. Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by father and mother-in-law, Lawrence and Catherine Risch, two brothers-in-law, Wayne Jackson and Chuck Boulware, a sister-in-law, Connie Edwards, a nephew, Jim Jackson, and a niece, Beth Stayer. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at St. Gabriel Church with Reverend Dustin Boehm officiating. A Celebration of Garys Life will be held at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home where family and friends may call from 4 until 8 PM Monday; they may also visit anytime online at millermosterrobbins.com.

 

Edwards, Howard E.

Howard E. Edwards, 78, of Rushville, passed away January 25, 2015 in Rushville. He was born April 27, 1936 in Metamora to Finley {* son of William H. & Winnie Bishop Edwards} & Martha Mae (Sizemore) {* daughter of John Taylor & Mary Mattingly Sizemore} Edwards. Howard was a 1954 graduate of Brookville High School. He was married many years to Belva "Buddie" Hunter, she preceded him in death in May of 2010. Howard retired in 1986 from Ford Motor Company in Indianapolis where he had worked for over 30 years. He was a member of the the UAW Local #1111 in Indianapolis. Howard enjoyed bowling, softball & cheering on the Cincinnati Reds. He is survived by his sons, Thomas & Michael Edwards, both of Rushville, a daughter, Deanna Edwards of Rushville, a brother, Clifford & wife Judy Edwards of Metamora, sisters, Genova Casteel of Metamora and Maude Sellers of Terra Haute, grandchildren, Jackie & husband Corey Marsh, Jeff & Tim Edwards and Matthew Mueller, great grandchildren, Kaylyn & Jackson Marsh, several nieces, nephews, great nieces & great nephews also survive. Howard was preceded in death by his parents, wife, brothers, Paul Edward, James Bergen & Marvin and sisters, Geraldine Casteel, Holly Lancaster & Beulah Foster and infant siblings, Farmer, Belva & Winnie. Services will be held at 1 PM Thursday, January 29, 2015 at Moster Mortuary, Rushville, with Rev's Jeff & Rob Edwards presiding. Friends are welcome to visit at the mortuary from 11 AM until time of service on Thursday. Burial will be in Rushville's East Hill Cemetery. {*Howard’s wife Belva June Hunter was the daughter of Charles Hunter and Myrtle G. Brewer. Myrtle was the daughter of Felix Norman Brewer and Martha Lane. Martha was the daughter of John Stephen Lane and Rhoda Catherine Peters. kd} http://www.mostermortuary.com 01/27/2015.

 

Edwards, Hugh Jr. "Roy"

Milford, OH – Hugh (Roy) Edwards, Jr., ., husband of the late Bertha Grubb Edwards, devoted father of Larry (Bonnie) Edwards, Rick (Martha) Edwards, Dannis (Debora) Edwards and the late Gerald Edwards, grandfather of Andrew, Adam, Kevin and Theo Edwards, brother of Bessie Grubb, Myrtle Scott, Geneva Edwards and preceded in death by six brothers. Friday, March 18, 2005. Services Evans Funeral Home, Milford, Monday, March 21, 2 P.M., visitation 1 P.M. until time of service. Cincinnati Enquirer March 20, 2005

 

Edwards, Judi Kay Stacy

Judi Kay Edwards, age 74 of Metamora, Indiana passed away on Monday, February 23, 2015 at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Born on Christmas Day 1940 to Gordon & Thelma (Reynolds) Stacy in New Baltimore, Ohio. The 1958 Batesville High School graduate married Clifford Edwards {* son of Finley & Martha Mae Sizemore Edwards} at Elm Grove Baptist Church in Metamora, IN on October 10, 1959. Judi worked for over 27 years at the Batesville Middle School, retiring in 2003 as their media clerk. She was a faithful member of the Elm Grove Baptist Church. Judi enjoyed working on the family farm and at the rental property. She did vegetable and flower gardening and liked reading (especially the Bible). Judi was quite into video recording, photography and working on her computer, she basically loved all telecommunications. She loved working with her coworkers at Batesville Middle School and all the media center student assistants and parent volunteers where she was able to make a positive impact on many. Judi played the piano and sang with the Elm Grove Quartet as well as other family and friends. She enjoyed many roles with her Elm Grove Baptist Church family including WMU director, youth group teacher and leader, girls summer cabin counselor at Highland Lakes Camp, creating the church newsletter, nursing home ministry, teaching the women’s Sunday school class, church clerk and participating in VBS in different roles every summer. Another favorite was cooking and hosting family and friends in her home. Judi was part of a Home Ec Club with other Batesville area mothers. Traveling and planning special vacations and outings with her grandchildren and children was something she especially loved. Other things Judi enjoyed were sewing, quilting, doing genealogy and playing board games, even starting an annual Christmas Bingo. Last of all she likes to go shopping with her family and friends to the mall, thrift stores, garage sales and especially the Sale Barn in Brookville, where she started going with her Grandma Jessie as a little girl. Judi will be dearly missed by her husband Clifford, daughter Staci (Shane) Schroeder; 3 sons Monty Edwards, Ric T. (Meg) Edwards, and Randy S. (Tonia) Edwards; 13 grandchildren, Chelsey, Zachary, Jacob & Jordan Edwards, Madeline, Meredith & Mallory Edwards, Grant, Ford, Blake & Laura Edwards and Luke & Chloe Schroeder; along with 2 sisters Shirley (David) Demarco and Carolyn (Gary) Morgan; plus several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Gary Stacy, his wife Rita survives. Visitation will be Friday, February 27, 2015 from 5-8pm at Meyers Funeral Home, Batesville, IN. Funeral Services will be 11:00am on Saturday, February 28th at the Elm Grove Baptist Church in Metamora, IN. Officiating will be her son, Pastor Randy Edwards. Burial will follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Brookville, IN. Memorials may be given to the Elm Grove Baptist Church. www.meyersfuneralhomes.com 02/25/2015.

 

Edwards, Julius "Jack"

Julius “Jack” Edwards age 84 of Connersville passed away Tuesday Sept. 14, 2010 at Heritage House of Connersville. He was born February 14, 1926 in Owsley County, KY the son of the late Willie and Annis McKinney Edwards. Jack served in the U.S. Navy during WW II and was on board the USS Shoshone. He received two bronze stars. Following his time in the service he was employed with Fisher Body in Cincinnati until he came to Connersville in the early 1950’s where he was employed with Rex Manufacturing, Philco and Ford Electronics and Refrigeration for 39 years until retirement in 1986. He was an avid bowler, bowling on several leagues for many years and was well known as a singer and guitarist with local bands for many years. He also enjoyed gardening and fishing. He is survived by his wife Doris Brumley Edwards to whom he was married June 13, 1952 in Connersville. He is also survived by two daughters and sons in law, Marilyn & Rodney Kemp, Connersville; and Tammie & David Sullivan, Connersville; two grandchildren Kelly & Michael Logan, New Castle and Tyler Kemp, Connersville; and three great grandchildren Cody Campbell; Savannah Logan; and Isabelle Logan; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother McClain Edwards and a sister Olga Gulley. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Friday at Urban-Winkler Funeral Home with Dr. James Gay officiating. Burial with military graveside honors will be in Dale Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home from 5-8 P.M. Thursday. www.urbanwinklerfuneralhome.com 9/15/2010.

 

Edwards, Leon

Leon Edwards, age 62, of Sextons Creek, passed away Tuesday at the U. K. Medical Center in Lexington. He was a United States Army Veteran and a retired employee of Ford Motor Company. He was preceded in death by his parents: Leonard and Ellen (Scott) Edwards. He is survived by his wife: Mildred Gross Edwards and one daughter: Charity Lunsford and husband, Donald Wayne of Burning Springs. He is also survived by two grandsons; Matthew and Jacob Lunsford, also of Burning Springs along with 2 sisters: Imogene Turner of Kings Mill, Ohio and Glenn Eva Burns of Sextons Creek, along with a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Leon Edwards were held at 2:00 PM Saturday at the Britton Funeral Home Chapel with Charles Gross and Robert Combs officiating. Burial followed at the Robert Edwards Cemetery on Anglin Branch. Visitation was Friday evening at the Britton Funeral Home Chapel. Manchester Enterprise July 29, 2010.

 

Edwards, Linda Hutchinson

Linda Edwards, 67, of Manchester, KY, passed away Friday, October 8th, 2021 at her home. Linda was born in Cincinnati, OH on July 21, 1954, a daughter of the late Pearl and James Lee Hutchinson. She was a member of the Island Creek Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Freddie Edwards of Manchester, KY, and her daughter, Tammy Edwards of Frankfort. Linda is also survived by two sisters and a brother: Barbara Edwards of Manchester, Nancy Clem of London, and John Hutchinson of Amelia, OH; by three grandchildren: Brittany Edwards, Brandon Edwards, and Donovan Edwards; and seven great-grandchildren: Rylen Edwards, Ally Hoskins, Jackson Hoskins, Bentley McQueen, Jaylynn Edwards, Raelynn Edwards, and Atreus Edwards. In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by the following brothers and sisters: Thomas Hutchinson, Robert Hutchinson, Jim Hutchinson, Kenny Elder, Roberta Ayers, Ethel Brewer, and Anna Jean Minch. Services will be held at 3:00 PM on Thursday, October 14th at Britton Funeral Home, with George Grigsby officiating. Burial will follow at the Carnahan Cemetery in Manchester. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Thursday, October 14th at Britton Funeral Home. www.brittonfh.com .

 

Edwards, Lonnie Wayne

Cincinnati, OH – Lonnie Wayne Edwards, 57, passed away at his residence suddenly. He was a Vietnam veteran and worked for the TIP Trucking Company. Born at Oneida, KY on December 8, 1950, he was the son of Henry & Dessie Williams Edwards. He is survived by his wife, Verna Brinson Edwards, a son, Chad Edwards, and a daughter Melissa Motz, all of Blue Ash, OH; four sisters, Beulah Davidson, Oneida, KY, Nadine Burch and Margaret Burch, both of Booneville, KY and Carolena Cook of Monroe, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Gwendolyn Gabbard and a brother, Johnny Edwards. He was also preceded in death by a nephew. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 7, 2008, 2:00 p.m. at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home with Rev. Victor Edwards officiating. Visitation was held prior to the funeral at the funeral home from 12 Noon until time of service. Burial in the William D. Burch Cemetery in Owsley County with Searcy and Strong Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were Tony Burch, Darrell Burch, Larry Gabbard, Larry Cook, Steve Young and Wallace Edwards. Booneville Sentinel June 11, 2008.

 

Edwards, Marcell Crase

Lexington, KY- Marcell (Crase) Edwards, age 81, and widow of Bill Edwards formally of Booneville, KY passed away Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Hospice Center in Edgewood, KY. Marcell was born March 26, 1940 in Campton, KY, a daughter to late Thelman and Virginia (Phipps) Crase. She was retired from the Fayette County Public School System as a Bus Monitor, she loved being with her family and friends, cooking and crocheting. She is survived by 1 daughter; Lana (Chris) Campbell of Walton, KY, 2 brothers; Johnny and Donnie Crase both of Lexington, KY, 2 sisters; Barbara McGuire of Lexington, KY, and Alberta Crase of Wilmington, NC, 5 grandchildren; Dustin Edwards, Melody Clark, Lucas Morgan, Arial Flavin, and Ina Campbell, 3 great grandchildren; Makayla Clark, Dakota Christian, Anabelle Morgan, along with many other loving family members and friends. Marcell was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband of 47 years, 1 son; Chris Edwards, 1 daughter; Bridgett Edwards, and 1 brother; Hubert Crase. Visitation will be held Friday, September 24, 2021 from 12 PM until 1:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday September 24, 2021 at 1:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home with Pastor Rob Morgan officiating. Marcell will be laid to rest next to her husband in the Newnam Family Cemetery location in Pebworth community of Owsley County. To leave the family a special message visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

Edwards, Oddie K. Gabbard

Booneville, KY- Oddie K. Edwards, age 65, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2022 at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center in Lexington, KY. Oddie was born June 6, 1957 in Oneida, KY, a daughter to the late Mitchell Gabbard, and Gracie (Sester) Gabbard. She was a homemaker, and a seamstress. She was a member of the White Harvest Holiness Church, and in her free-time she enjoyed gardening, and spending time with her family. Along with her loving husband of 47 years; Orville Edwards of Booneville, KY, she is survived by 3 daughters; Robin (Joe) Himes, Angela Edwards, and Amy Edwards all of Booneville, KY, 1 son: Joshua (Thelma) Edwards of Booneville, KY, 2 sisters; Sylvia Gabbard, and Debbie (Clif) Ridgway both of Booneville, KY, 2 Brothers; Mitchell (Ruth Ann) Gabbard of Booneville, KY, and Anthony (Allison) Gabbard of Florida, 2 grandchildren; Emily Himes, and Josie Himes, and many other loving family members, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; Mitchell & Gracie Gabbard, and 3 sisters; Helen Marshall, Rosetta Barrett, and Phyllis Barrett. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 16, 2022 from 6-9:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 1:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home with Pastor Joe Himes, and Brother Ray Asher officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Esau-Gabbard Cemetery located in the Indian Creek Community of Booneville, KY. To leave the family a special message, please visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

Edwards, Ralph Glenn

Ralph Glen Edwards age 76, of Franklin, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2014, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born July 5, 1938 in Sexton Creek, Kentucky {* Anglin Branch, Owsley Co., KY} the son of the late Oscar and Laura (Sandlin) Edwards. Ralph was formerly employed with Steelcraft Manufacturing for 49 1/2 years and was a member of Franklin Faith Tabernacle. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Martha Smith. Ralph is survived by his wife, Janet Edwards; his daughter, Vicki (Billy) Collins; son, Eric (Gina) Edwards; son, Danny (Donna) Moore; daughter, Kimberly (Chris) Kerns; 9 granddaughters; 9 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson; and one niece, Lynn Free. Funeral service will be Monday, October 20, 2014 at 1:00 pm at Anderson Funeral Homes, 1357 East Second Street, Franklin, Ohio, with Pastors Eric Walters and Richard Gifford officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Monday also at the funeral home. Burial will be in Springboro Cemetery. www.anderson-fh.com 10/16/2014.

 

Edwards, Robert Carl

Robert Carl Edwards, 68, of Connersville passed away Thursday afternoon, January 14, 2016 at his home. He was under a physcians care, his death was due to natural causes. He was born October 21, 1947 in Richmond, KY, one of seven children of Carl and Bessie Wilson Edwards and as a child, he came to Connersville with his family for residence. He attended Connersville Schools. In November 1968, he was married in Connersville to Connie Lou Kinnaman. Mrs. Edwards passed away August 19, 2000. He had worked in the logging industry and had been employed at D & M. For several years, he had also been employed and retired from Kenauf in Shelbyville, IN. He was a member of the Everton Southern Baptist Church. He enjoyed coon hunting, fishing, mushrooming and flat drags and was a Dallas Cowboys Fan. Survivors include five children, Robert C. Edwards Jr., of St. Paul, IN, Charlie Edwards and wife, Angie, of Cambridge City, IN, Michele Edwards and fianc, Adam Cooper, of Rushville, IN, Clint Edwards, of Connersville and Clifton Edwards, of Cambridge City, IN; ten grandchildren, Blake, Vincent, Morgan, Caleb, Jessica, Brooke, Brett, Charlie II, Cayden and Jade; two great grandchildren, Trinity and Rylan; three sisters, Kimberly 'Kate' Pope and husband, Mike, of Blooming Grove, Patricia Ann Price, of Connersville and Norma Jackson, of Connersville; two brothers, Barry Edwards and wife, Brenda, of Liberty, IN and Timothy Edwards, of Connersville; a sister-in-law, Helen Edwards several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, and his wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Gary Wayne Edwards a brother-in law, Wayne Jackson and a nephew Jimmy Jackson. Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Dan Jones and Pastor Fred Helton at 3 PM, Monday, January 18, 2016 in Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home where friends may call from 12 PM (noon) until the time of the service on Monday. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery. Friends may visit also anytime at millermosterrobbins.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Cambridge City or to the Everton Southern Baptist Church.

 

Edwards, Wendell

Booneville, KY – Wendell Edwards, 47, husband of Zella Hoover Edwards, of Route 1, passed away May 24, 2008 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center after a short illness. He was a member of the Spencer Fork Community Church and the Booneville Masonic Lodge. He was born on August 15, 1960 to Eugene and Eva Ball Edwards of Owsley County and was an auto body repairman. Besides his wife, he is survived by his father, Eugene Edwards, of Booneville, KY; a sister, Caroline E. Little of Booneville, KY; and a daughter, Jessica Estes of Beattyville, KY. Funeral services at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at Spencer Fork Community Church with Rev. Doug Kraft officiating. Visitation will be held after 6:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the church. Interment at the Moore Family Cemetery with Searcy and Strong Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel May 28, 2008.

 

Elkins, Harold

Harold Elkins, 73, of Huntsville passed away Monday at a local hospital. Mr. Elkins was born in Booneville, Ky. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1954 to 1958. He was a resident of Lexington, Ky., from 1959 through 1976. He was employed at Lexington Blue Grass Army Depot. In 1976, he transferred to Huntsville and was employed by U.S. Army TMDE Activity until his retirement in 1991. Throughout his civil service career, he traveled extensively to Europe and Asia. Survivors include his wife, Mary Hungate Elkins; daughter, Mary Marcia Elkins of Huntsville; sisters, Genevieve Long and husband Jack of Booneville and Dianna Hensley and husband Ralph of Paris, Ky.; brothers, Robert Glenn Elkins and wife Leona of Tampa, Fla., and Russell Wayne Elkins and wife Sue of Booneville; and several loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Moses and Estelle Abshear Elkins, and brothers, Thomas Elkins and Johnny Green Elkins. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Laughlin Service Funeral Home. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home chapel with Father Michael MacMahon officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Lexington. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Honor Flight Tennessee Valley, P.O.

 

Elkins, Johnny Green

Booneville, KY - Johnny Green Elkins, 73, was born February 27, 1933, to Moses Elkins and Estelle Abshear Elkins in Akron, Ohio and passed away Friday, February 2, 2007 at the VA Medical Center in Lexington, KY, after an extended illness. Mr. Elkins served with the U. S. Army, a veteran of the Korean War, and later worked as a welder at the Blue Grass Ordinance in Winchester, KY. He was a member of the Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Moses and Estelle Elkins, oldest brother, Thomas Edward Elkins and youngest daughter, Dianna Harmon of Round Mountain, Nevada and his namesake, Johnny Long. He leaves behind three daughters, Sharon Rose (& Scott) of Battle Mt., Nevada, Tamera Elkins, Round Mt., Nevada and Karen Denise Green of Lovelock, Nevada; and five grandchildren, granddaughters, Misty Rose Reno, Nevada, Leah True, Washington State, Taler Harmon, Payson, Arizona and two grandsons, Andrew and Ryan Green of Lovelock, Nevada; two sisters, Genevieve (& Jack) Long, Booneville, KY, Dianna Lynn (& Ralph) Hensley, Paris, KY; and three brothers, Harold (&Mary) Elkins, Huntsville, Alabama, Robert Glenn (&Leona) Elkins, Tampa, FLA and Russell (&Sue) Elkins, Booneville, KY; and a host of relatives and friends. Visitation held from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Services held at Search and Strong Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 7, 2007, 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Harold Becknell officiating. Burial in the Brandenburg Cemetery. Active pallbearers: Eric Long, Brian Brandenburg, Cody Hensley, Glenn Elkins, Ralph Hensley and Russell Elkins. Honorary pallbearers: Glenn Brandenburg, Harold Elkins and Jack Long. Booneville Sentinel, February 8, 2007.

 

Elkins, Russell Wayne

Booneville, KY – Russell Wayne Elkins, age 74, husband of Sue (Lundblad) Elkins, passed away April 16, 2019 at his residence in Ashtabula, Ohio. Russell was born October 28, 1944 in Booneville, KY, a son to the late Moses and Estelle (Absahear) Elkins. After serving his country in the US Army in Vietnam, he worked as a building contractor. Russell is survived by his wife, Sue Elkins, 1 son; Iran (Crystal) Elkins of Reedsville, North Carolina, 1 daughter; Missy (Shawn) Clark, of Reedsville, North Carolina, 1 step daughter; Paula Bennett of Ashtabula, Ohio, 1 step son; Eric Ludwick of Ashtabula, Ohio, 1 brother; Robert Glen (Leona) Elkins of Tampa, Florida, 2 sisters; Genevieve (Jack) Long of Booneville, KY and Dianna (Ralph) Hensley of Paris, KY, 3 grandchildren and many other loving family members and friends. Russell was preceded in death by his parents and 3 brothers; Thomas, Johnny and Harold Elkins. Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 23, 2019 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 1:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home with Pastor Jimmy Garland officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Brandenburg Cemetery in Booneville, KY. www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. 04/24/2019.

 

Ellis, Nancy Gabbard

Booneville, KY – Nancy Gabbard Ellis, 96, widow of George Samuel Ellis, passed away March 19, 2005 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Rev. Isaac Hugh and Elizabeth Eversole Gabbard, born on Cow Creek May 24, 1908. Before retiring at age 85, she worked at the Senior Citizen Center and was a teacher’s aide for the K.I.P. program. She was a member of the Booneville Presbyterian Church. She is survived by one son, Thomas Ellis and his wife Bobbie of Denton, Texas; one daughter, Elizabeth Ellis; two grandchildren, Scott Ollis and Robin Hahn; and two great- grandchildren, Ruby Ollis and Christopher Watkins, all of Dallas, Texas; one brother, Michael Gabbard and his wife Marjorie; one sister, Louise Ferdig; and one sister-in-law, Naomi Gabbard, all of Booneville; six nieces and five nephews and numerous other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at 11 o’clock at the Booneville Presbyterian Church in Booneville with Rev. Joe Powlas officiating. Visitation was from 9 to 11 at Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. Burial followed in the Shepherd Memorial Cemetery in Booneville with Searcy and Strong Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel March 24, 2005

 

Enoch, Shirley Turner

Shirley Turner Enoch, 75, of Booneville, Ky., formerly of Buckhorn, KY and Erlanger, Ky. passed away May 18, 2011 after a 10 yr. battle with breast cancer. Beloved Matriarch of her family, she is survived by sons; Edward "Joe" Enoch (Sandy) and Robert Enoch (Monica), Sister; Elsie Howell, 3 grandchildren; Joey Enoch, Sabrina Bench and Cyrena Enoch, 2 Great Granddaughters; Sydney and Avery Bench and many nieces and nephews, whom she loved dearly. Visitation will be Sat. May 21st from 5:30 - 7:30 Pm at Booneville Presbyterian Church, Booneville, Ky with Memorial Service following at 7:30 pm. A private burial will at the families request. Online condolences to; www.catchen.com.

 

Enz, Betty Lou Edwards

Betty Lou Enz, age 68 of Middletown, passed away on Saturday March 17, 2018 at Bickford Senior Living. She was born on July 3, 1949 in Hamilton, the daughter of the late Luke [son of John W. & Nannie Burch Edwards] and Doris Marie (Taylor) [daughter of William & Lucy Taylor] Edwards. On October 10, 1970 she married Gary Donald Enz and he preceded her in death on May 6, 2004. Betty graduated from Ross High School class of 1967 and furthered her education at Miami University where she received her Master’s degree. She was previously employed with Union Central as a System Analyst. Betty is survived by her siblings, Carroll (Marie) Edwards, Faye Hicks, Thomas (Sue) Edwards, William (Janette) Edwards, Victor (Brenda) Edwards and Donald (Becky) Edwards; numerous nieces and nephews; brother and sister-in-law Al and Mary Enz; sister-in-law Hiroko Edwards, her niece and care giver Debbie (Phil) Kakaris and aunt Evelyn Henderson. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Dean Edwards and Wilma Kaye Whitmire; brother-in-law, Doug Hicks and sister-in-law, Shirley Edwards. Visitation will be held from 11am to 1pm Thursday March 22, 2018 at the Webb Noonan Kidd Funeral Home. Funeral ceremony will follow at 1pm at the funeral home with Dr. Vic Edwards officiating. Interment will be held at Oak Hills Cemetery in Springdale. In memory of Betty, please consider sponsoring a youth in your church or community, to attend a Christian summer camp or church mission trip. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/funeral-homes/hamilton-oh/webb-noonan-kidd-funeral-home/6936 03/19/2018.

 

Ernstes, Bertha Mae Hacker

Bertha Mae Ernstes, age 85 of Morris, formerly of New Point, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at her home. Born on August 10, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Harvey [*son of Frank and Mary Jane Gilbert Hacker, born Teges, KY, in Owsley Co. 1920 census] and Virginia (nee: McPherson) [*daughter of John Steven & Dora Ellen Hale McPherson] Hacker. Bertha was a homemaker and enjoyed time baking and cooking. A member of New Point Christian Church, she loved her God, as well as spending time with her family, especially her many grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her two daughters, Virginia (Bob) Maple of Morris and Helen Louise Young of Greensburg; two sons, Michael (Sharon) Collins of California and Buford Collins Jr. of Texas; as well as her grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Bertha is preceded in death by her first husband, Buford Collins; her second husband, Robert Ernstes; daughter Lucille Collins; three brothers, Boyde, Harold and Russell Hacker; and two sisters, Virginia Volk and Deloris Back. Due to the recent public safety mandate of limited gatherings, only a private visitation and funeral service will be held Saturday, March 21st. Burial will be at Rossburg Cemetery in New Point. Please reach out to the family during this difficult quarantine period by mail or online condolences available on our website. The family would like to extend their thanks to Margaret Mary Hospice and Caring First for all their help. Memorials may be made to New Point Christian Church and mailed to Meyers Funeral Home, P.O. Box 202, Batesville, IN 47006.

 

Estepp, Imogene Wilson

Richmond, KY – Imogene Wilson Estepp, 73, passed away August 7, 2008 at the Compassionate Care Center, Richmond, after a long illness. She was a native of Owsley County, the daughter of the late Robert and Opal Gabbard Wilson, born December 22, 1934. She was the widow of Russell Estepp and a member of the Cow Creek Presbyterian Church. She was retired from Central Baptist Hospital as a Data Processor. She is survived by a son, Robert Estepp of Richmond, KY and a daughter, Deborah K. Sparrow of Georgetown, KY; two grandsons, Christopher and Joshua Sparrow and a granddaughter, Theresa Sparrow, as well as a great granddaughter, Christal Sparrow. She is also survived by her sister, Ruth (Emmett) Daugherty of Beattyville, KY. Visitation was held from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Saturday evening, August 9, 2008 at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. Funeral services at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 10, 2008 at the funeral home with Rev. Joe Powlas officiating. Burial in Shepherd Memorial Cemetery in Booneville. Searcy and Strong Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel August 13, 2008.

 

Estepp, Rita Joann

Ms. Rita Joann Estepp, 89, passed away at her residence in Booneville following a long illness. She was born on September 25, 1930 in Owsley County, KY. She was the daughter of the late Samuel & Callie Abshear Estepp. She was a homemaker and a member of the Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Estepp is survived by several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: Samuel & Callie Estepp, three sisters: Nevelyn Spencer, Dollie Hall & Mary Lou Reynolds and two brothers: James & Russell Estepp. Funeral services for Ms. Estepp were held on Friday, March 27, 2020 at 2:00 PM with visitation starting at 1:00 PM at the Shepherd Memorial Cemetery. Officiating the services was the Rev. Jimmy Garland. Burial followed in the cemetery. The Searcy & Strong Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 04/08/2020.

 

Estes, Margie Moore

Richmond, KY – Margie Moore Estes, 60, of North Third Street, Richmond, died Monday morning, May 30, in Central Baptist Hospital in Lexington. She was born on June 16, 1944, in Owsley County, the daughter of the late Samuel and Dora Moore. In 1966, while working as a waitress at the Colonel Drive-in in Richmond, she was the only resident honored to be given in marriage by Colonel Harlan Sanders. An excellent housekeeper, she enjoyed playing bingo in the community room of the Richmond Manor and caring for her dog and companion, "Biggsbee." She was preceded in death by: one daughter, Dawn Star Estes; one brother, Joseph Moore; and one sister, Rosalee Cruse. Margie is survived by: two daughters, Donna Lee Proctor (Delbert James) of Ripley, Ohio, and Stephanie Ann Thacker of Richmond; two brothers, Everett Moore of Richmond and Jackie Moore of Waco; four sisters, Elizabeth (Lenville) Hall, Ethel (Logan) Cody Jr. and Bonnie (William) Cody, all of Richmond, and Anna Faye (Billy) Stokley of Berea; three grandchildren, Del, Zachery and Amanda Proctor; and several nieces, nephews and close friends. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, June 3, at Combs, Parsons and Collins Funeral Home, West Main Street, Richmond, with the Rev. Phillip Payne officiating. Burial will follow in the Pilot Knob Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Combs, Parsons and Collins Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Moore, Brian Moore, William Cody, Jody L. Cody, Ashley Estes and Eddie Thacker. Honorary pallbearers will include Richard Lamb and Elmer Cody. Submitted by Dr. D. L. Brewer

 

Estes, Minnie Pearl Johnson

Minnie Pearl Johnson Estes, widow of Bobby Joe Estes and the daughter of the late Henry and Alta Turner Johnson was born in Lee County, Kentucky on April 18, 1941 and departed this life surrounded by her family at her home in Beattyville, Kentucky at the age of 80 years, 11 months, and 13 days. She was of a member of the Baptist Church and was a cook for Bobcat Dairy Bar for many years. She is survived by one brother, Charles Johnson and wife Janice of Beattyville, Kentucky; four sisters, Ethel Belcher of Winchester, Kentucky, Edith Steele of Beattyville, Visie Dean and husband Ernie of Booneville, Kentucky, and Gladys Estes and husband Sam of Beattyville; and a host of other relatives and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Estes was preceded in death by one son, Larry Joe Estes; 6 brothers; 5 sisters; and two brothers-in-law, Bobby Belcher and Bill Steele. http://www.newnamfuneralhome.com/

 

Estes, Orval "Buster"

Orval “Buster” Estes, 80, of Everton went home to be with his Lord Wednesday evening, February 2, 2022. One of ten children of Sherman and Clora White Estes, Orval was born in Lee County, Kentucky on March 12, 1941 and graduated from Lee County High School with the class of 1957. On February 14, 1959, Orval married the former Myrtle Roberts [* daughter of Elihu & Lydia Reed Roberts] in Lawrenceburg, Indiana and they made Everton their home in 1963. Mrs. Estes passed away on July 9, 2016. For many years, Orval and his wife farmed in rural Fayette and Union Counties. He also was employed as a semi-tractor trailer operator for Design and Manufacturing for 33 years and previously helped build the Mountain Parkway in Kentucky with S.J. Groves and Son Construction Company. Orval was a charter member of Connersville Baptist Temple and in his leisure time enjoyed working on the family farm and raising his garden. He also enjoyed listening to Christian music and with his wife, spending winters in Florida. Survivors include a daughter, Sharon Estes Raymond-Diaz of Everton and husband, Francisco Raymond-Diaz, a native of Cuba; a son, Nino Michael Estes and wife, Amy, of Zionsville, Indiana; three grandchildren, Victor Gerad (Sarah) Roberts, of Connersville, Cole Estes and Emma Estes, both of Zionsville, Indiana; a great-grandson, Elijah Mac Roberts, of Connersville; three brothers, Larry Joe Estes, Eugene Estes, both of Old Landing, Kentucky, and Wallace(Nancy) Estes of Chattanooga, Tennessee; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his wife of 57 years, Myrtle Estes, Orval was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Harlan, Alonzo, and Marvin Estes; three sisters, Hazel McCormic, Madgaline Ritzenburger and Virginia Ruth Drake. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Miller, Moster, Robbins Funeral Home. Pastor Joe Ferreira will officiate. Burial will follow in Everton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Connersville Baptist Temple. Online condolences may be made anytime at millermosterrobbins.com.

 

Evans, Blanche Pendergrass

Blanche Pendergrass Evans, widow of Clyde Evans and the daughter of the late Grover Cleveland and Mona Lee Brandenburg Pendergrass was born in Georgetown, Kentucky on June 11, 1930 and departed this life in Lexington, Kentucky on January 30, 2018 at the age of 87 years, 7 months and 18 days. She was a devoted member and active Willing Worker of the Beattyville Christian Church and a board member of the Owsley County Library. She is survived by three daughters, Yvonda Jackson of Nicholasville, Kentucky, Karen Goocey, and Tamara Evans both of Lexington, Kentucky; five grandchildren, Lisa Jackson of Lexington, Kentucky, Crystal Hacker of Winchester, Kentucky, Tonya Goocey of Madison, Alabama, Melissa Hilliard of Canton, Georgia, and Ernie Evans of Winchester, Kentucky; 9 great grandchildren; and one half-sister, Anita Ferguson of Sylvania, Georgia. In addition to her husband and parents, Blanche is preceded in death by one son, Ernie Evans; one daughter, Marcia Lynn Evans; and a half brother, Ernest Pendergrass. Memorial Donations are suggested to the Beattyville Christian Church. Visitation Friday, Feb. 02, 2018 at 12:00 PM and funeral at 2:00 PM on Friday, Feb. 02, 2018, both at the Beattyville Christian Church. Burial in the Pendergrass Cemetery, Booneville, KY. http://www.newnamfuneralhome.com. 01/31/2018.

 

Evans, Bobie Jean Frisby

Beattyville, KY- Bobbie Jean (Frisby) Evans, age 87, widow of Ben, passed away Saturday, July 16, 2016 at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, KY. Bobbie was born April 8, 1929 in Ida Mae, KY, a daughter to the late James and Molly (Estes) Frisby. She was a homemaker and a member of the Crestmont Baptist Church in Lee County. She is survived by a host of nieces and nephews along with many other loving family members and friends. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ben Evans, 9 sisters; Alleen Mays, Gertrude Wilson, Beatrice Tirey, Estella Moore, Flora Cornett, Cordia Murphy, Oda May Frisby, Eudell Ross and Lucille Treadway 3 brothers; Vernon, Jessie, and Dexter Frisby. Visitation will be held Saturday, July 23, 2016 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held Saturday, July 23, 2016 at 2:30 PM at the Pleasant Grove Cemetery. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com.

 

Evans, Charles

Beattyville, KY- Charles Evans, age 75, passed away Monday, August 24, 2015 at his home in Beattyville, KY. Charles was born in Booneville, KY on October 27, 1939, a son to the late Joseph Evans Sr. and Fannie (Angel) Evans. He was a welder, and retired from General Motors. Charles was an active member of the Cressmont Baptist Church, a member of Kentucky Corner Stone, loved the outdoors, and enjoyed life. He is survived by his wife; Dora (Ross) Evans of Beattyville, KY, 5 brothers; Tommy (Donna) Evans of Means, KY, Bill (Shirley) Evans, Kendall (Cindy) Evans both of Beattyville, KY, James ((Cathy) Evans of Booneville, KY and Gary Paul (Sally) Evans of Lexington, KY, 5 sisters; Lillian Herald, Thelma Couch, Anna (Ernest) Rowland all of Beattyville, KY, Ruby (John) Holton of Richmond, KY and Lucy Grimmittee of Ypsilanti, MI, 2 nephews; Tracy Gross Jr. and Troy Wayne Gross, 2 nieces; Teresa Gross and Tara Gross, 1 great-nephew; Kyle Tobby, 1 great-niece; Patricia Little, and her 3 children Trenton, Skylar and Paisley Seales,1 sister-in-law; Bobbie Jean Gross, 3 step-children; Terry Evans of Berea, KY, Gary Jo Evans of Beattyville, KY and Sandra Price of Booneville, KY and a host of other loving family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; Joe and Fannie Evans, first wife; Flora Evans, 1 sister; Hazel Morgan, 4 brothers; Edward Lee, Wayne, John and Joe Evans Jr., 1 step-son; Darrell Evans, 4 brother-in-laws; Harlin Herald, Clayton Gee, Stanley Couch Jr. and Frank Morgan and 1 sister-in-law; Flora (McCoy) Evans. Visitation will be held Thursday, August 27, 2015 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held Friday, August 28, 2015 at11:00 AM at the Booneville Funeral Home with Rev. Tommie Evans officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Gross Family Cemetery in Beattyville, KY. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. 08/28/2015.

 

Evans, Darrell

Darrell Evans, husband of Brenda Thompson Evans, passed away Monday, December 27th, 2010, at his residence. Darrell was a 63 year old native of Owsley Co. He was born May 20, 1947, to the union of the late Florie (Burns) and Morris Evans. He was a retired track inspector for CSX Railroad, and was an avid Ford Mustang enthusiast who enjoyed car shows. Darrell is survived by two daughters, Ashley Evans, of Booneville, KY and Shelly (John) Wurtele, of Richmond, KY; a sister, Sandra (Howard) Price, of Booneville, KY.; two brothers, Gary Joe Evans, of Beattyville, KY; Terry Lee (Lindy) Evans, of Berea, KY; and by 1 very special grandson, Tyler Wurtele. Funeral Service will be 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 30th, at Booneville Funeral Home with James Kenneth Noble and Charlie Brewer officiating. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Pendergrass Cemetery. Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com

 

Evans, Deborah Lynch

Deborah Evans, 66, died Monday, March 20, 2023 at Reid Health in Richmond. Debbie was born October 14, 1956 to Elmo [*son of Wiley Ishmael & Allie Lynch] and Marilyn Drew Lynch in Connersville, and later attended Connersville High School. On November 26, 1986, Debbie married the love of her life, Danny Evans; together they shared thirty-five years prior to his death on April 30, 2022. She was employed at Visteon but spent most of her years as a homemaker. Debbie enjoyed watching college basketball, especially IU and cheering on the Colts. She and Danny spent many year perfecting their woodworking skills. In addition, they shared a love of classic cars and attended every car show possible. Debbie was an avid animal lover, with a special place in her heart for cats. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, friends and her husband Danny. She is survived by her brothers: David B. Lynch and his wife Mary, Bradley Lynch; Cousins: Karen Hudson, Angela Hudson; special friend: Kelly Mullins; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends too numerous to mention. In addition to her parents, Debbie is preceded in death by her husband Danny. A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Myers Chapel, Connersville with Chaplain Rick Alvey officiating. Burial will follow at Laurel North Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home from 1:00p.m., until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fayette County Humane Society in Debbie’s honor. For additional information or to send condolences and memories, please visit www.ShowalterBlackwellLong.com.

 

Evans, Delmas Junior

Delmas Junior Evans, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Friday, October 9, 2015 at 12:55 PM. He was born in Owsley County on September 12, 1943 the son of Theodore and Bessie (Whicker) Evans. Delmas retired as a custodian for Hamilton City Schools. He is survived by wife, Jane Evans of Hamilton; one daughter, Angie (Phil) Davidson; two granddaughters, Evalyn and Kadie Davidson, all of Hamilton; one sister, Glenna (Tommy) Partin of Mt. Orab, Ohio; his mother-in-law, Evalyn Puckett of Hamilton; and his faithful companion, Zippy. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, James Robert Evans. Funeral service will be held at Brown-Dawson-Flick Funeral Home, 330 Pershing Avenue, on Friday, October 16, 2015 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Denny Fields officiating. Burial will follow at Hickory Flat Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 1:00 PM t0 2:00 PM. www.browndawsonflick.com. 10/13/2015.

 

Evans, Donald Michael

Mr. Donald Michael Evans, 56, passed away May 29th 2013 in Jackson, KY, following an auto accident. He was born November 14th, 1956 in Anchorage, Alaska and was the son of Donnie Evans and Betty Lou Maloney and was a coal miner. Mr. Evans is survived by one son, Gary Michael Evans of Booneville, KY, two daughters: Ms. Rebecca Evans and Ms. Pamela Evans both of Powell County, KY, five grandchildren, and his father, Mr. Donnie Evans of Booneville, KY, one brother Mr. Myron Elmer Evans of Paintsville, KY and one sister, Mrs. Marsha Cook of Beattyville, KY. Also there are several relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. Evans were held Saturday June 1st, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with visitation at 12:00 noon at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. Pallbearers were David Thomas, Jimmy Thomas, DeWayne Hogan, Eddie R. Cornett, James Cornett and Kyle Cook. Officiating the services was the Rev. Jamison Brunk with the burial following in the Elmer Evans Family Cemetery in Pebworth, KY. The Searcy and Strong Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 06/06/2013.

 

Evans, Donnie Elmer

Mr. Donnie Elmer Evans passed away August 12, 2020 at the Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center in Prestonsburg, KY following a brief illness. He was born November 01, 1934 in Owsley County, KY. He was the son of the late Elmer & Bertie Hall Evans. He was retired from the Booneville Post Office as a Postal Clerk for 37 years. He was a veteran of the Army during the Korean Conflict and he was a member of the First Church of God of Beattyville, KY. Mr. Evans is survived by one son: Mr. Myron Evans of Paintsville, KY, grand-daughter: Mrs. Jessica Lee Ann Marlles & husband Harry of Great Falls, Montana, great grand-daughter: Ms. Crystal Susan Marlles of Great Falls, Montana, special friend: Mrs. Sandra Frost of Booneville, KY and several relatives & friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Elmer & Bertie Evans, a son: Donald Michael Evans, three brothers: Clarence, Ed & Wilbert Evans and four sisters: Ruby Morgan, Irma Duff, Ruth Combs and Wilma Marshall. Private funeral services for Mr. Evans were held Monday, August 17, 2020 at 11:00 AM with visitation starting at 10:00 AM at the Searcy & Strong Funeral Home. Officiating the services were Bro. Jamie Brunk & Bro. John Lucas with the burial & full military rites following at the Elmer Evans Cemetery at Pebworth in Owsley County. The Searcy & Strong Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 08/19/2020.

 

Evans, Douglas

Booneville, KY- Douglas Evans, age 56, passed away Monday, June 27, 2022 at his home in Booneville, KY. Douglas was born October 22, 1965 in Ypsilanti, MI, a son to the late Edward Evans Sr., and Juanita (Reed) Evans. He was a brick mason, and in his free-time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He is survived by 1 son; Kyle (Deana) Evans of Beattyville, KY, 1 daughter; Kayla Evans of Beattyville, KY, companion; Cheryl Couch, 2 brothers; Edward Evans Jr., and Virgil Evans both of Beattyville, KY, 3 grandchildren; Preston, Peyton, and Parker Evans, and many other loving family members & friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; Edward & Juanita Evans. Visitation will be held Friday, July 1, 2022 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 1, 2022 at 1:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home with Brother Walter Turner officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Evans Family Cemetery located in Beattyville, KY. To leave the family a special message, please visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

Evans, Ernest Clyde

Ernest Clyde Evans, 47, of 209 Honeysuckle Lane, husband of Debbie Evans, died Wednesday (August 18, 2004) at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington. A native of Madison County, he was the son of Blanche Pendergrass Evans and the late Clyde Evans. He was a contractor and a member and deacon of Calvary Christian Church. He was an assistant coach of the George Rogers Clark High School baseball team, a member of the board of directors for the Winchester Little League Association and a member of the GWRRA Riders, Mt. Sterling. Additional survivors include a son, Ernie Clyde Evans, Winchester; a daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Matt Hilliard, Winchester; a grandson, Carson Matthew Hilliard, Winchester; three sisters and a brother-in-law, Tamara Evans, Lexington; Karen and Ronnie Goocey, Lexington, and Vonda Jackson, Nicholasville, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Christian Church, 15 Redwing Drive, by Dale Adams. Burial will be in the Pendergrass Cemetery, Owsley County. Pallbearers will be Terry Evans, Dean Noe, Omer Noe, Gary Joe Evans, Ronnie Goocey, Bill Harp, Kenny Dunahoo and Darrell Evans; honorary, Dr. Scott Baker, Verne Mohr, deacons and elders of Calvary Christian Church, GRCHS baseball coaches and players and the GWRRA Riders. Friends may call 6-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Scobee Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may take the form of contributions to Calvary Christian Church Building Fun, 15 Redwing Drive, Winchester, Ky. 40391. The guestbook is at www.scobeefuneralhome.com. Visitation: 6-9 PM Friday at Calvary Christian Church Funeral: 11:00 AM Saturday at Calvary Christian Church Interment: Pendegrass Cemetery, Owsley Co. Ernest Clyde Evans Obituary - 2004 - Scobee Funeral Home (tributearchive.com)

 

Evans, Fannie Bell "Penny" Isaacs Caudell

Beattyville, KY – Fannie Bell “Penny” Isaacs Caudell Evans, 81, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2008, at the Lee County Care & Rehab Center. Fannie was born in Owsley County, KY, on November 8, 1927, the daughter of the late Charles Edward and Rissie Ross Jackson. She was a former homemaker, a member of the Church of Christ in Lee County, KY and loved to quilt. She is survived by two sons, Wilson David Caudell of Beattyville, KY and Marty Ray Caudell of Slocomb, AL; a brother, Bill Isaacs of IN; a sister, Martha Briscoe of Connersville, IN; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren; a great, great grandchild; and a host of friends and relatives. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by two husbands, Wilton Caudell and Bill Evans; a sister, Drucilla Begley; and a brother, Jack E. Isaacs. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at 1:00 p.m., at the Westville Cemetery in Westville, FL, with Bro. Bill Isaacs officianting. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel July 15, 2009.

 

Evans, Florie Burns

Florie (Burns) Evans, 81, beloved wife of Charles Evans, passed away Monday, July 23, 2007, at the Marcum Wallace Hospital in Irvine, KY. Florie was born April 12, 1926, in Clay County, KY, to the late Charlie and Nancy Margaret (Stidham) Burns. She was a homemaker and attended the Pine Grove Baptist Church. Survivors are her husband of 32 years, Charles Evans; three sons, Gary Joe (& Helen) Evans and Darrell (& Brenda) Evans, all of Pebworth, KY and Terry L. (& Lindy) Evans of Berea, KY; one daughter, Sandra L. (& Howard) Price of Vincent, KY; 11 grandchildren, Dereke J., Ashley, Heath, Chad and Grant Evans, Angie C. Abney, Shelly Wurtle, Donald and David Price, Donna Creech and Jennye Montford; 13 great grandchildren; and a host of friends and relatives. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 11 a.m. in the Booneville Funeral Home with the Rev. Tommy Evans officiating. Burial will be in the Evans Cemetery, Booneville, KY. Three Forks Tradition, July 25, 2007.

 

Evans, Frances Botner

Mrs. Frances Evans, 84, passed away Jan 7, 2011 at the OCHCC following a long illness. She was born May 30, 1926 in Owsley County, KY, was the daughter of the late Burgoyne and Nellie Brandenburg Botner, was the widow of Edd Evans, was a homemaker and mail carrier and was a member of the United Methodist Church. Ms. Evans is survived by a host of nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, Burgoyne & Nellie Botner, husband, Edd Evans, Stepson, Sergeant Gary Lee Evans, two brothers: Herman & Willard Botner and three sisters: Reba Barker, Kathleen Smith and Wilma Williams. Funeral services for Mrs. Evans were held Sunday, January 9, 2011 at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Jamison Brunk officiating. Interment was at the Evans Family Cemetery at Pebworth. Serving as pallbearers were Gary Evans, Michael Evans, Gary Cornett, James Cornett, David Hulsmeyer and Howard Lee Evans. Booneville Sentinel January 26, 2011.

 

Evans, Gary Joe

Beattyville, KY – Gary Joe Evans, age 73, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 29, 2019, at his residence in Beattyville, KY. Gary was born on January 3, 1946, in Pebworth, KY, to the late Morris and Flerie Burns Evans. Gary was a retired truck driver having worked for Kentucky Oil Gathering and Ashland Oil. Gary is survived by one son; Dereke (Melissa) Evans of Richmond, KY, 1 daughter; Angie Carol (Jason) Abney of Winchester, KY, one brother; Terry Lee (Lynda) Evans of Berea. KY, 1 sister; Sandra Lou (Howard) Price, of Vincent, KY, 4 grandchildren; Gracie Carol Abney, Ryan James Evans, Samantha Jo Evans and Amanda Grace Evans, 3 special nieces; Ashley Evans, Shelley Wurtele and Donna Jo Creech and loving nephews and many other family members and friends. Gary was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Darrell Evans. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, April 2, 2019, at 12:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home with Pastor Scott Brandenburg officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 from 11:00 AM till 12:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Gary will be laid to rest in the Pendegrass Cemetery located in the Pebworth community of Owsley County, KY. Pallbearers will be Tyler Wurtele, Grant Evans, Chad Evans, Heath Evans, Larry Newman, Jimmy Cornett, David Price, Ronnie Herald, Toby Herald and Gene (Squeaky) Cornett. The Booneville Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. 04/01/2019.

 

Evans, Gerald

Gerald Evans, 84, of Connersville, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2017, at Premier Health in Connersville, Indiana. He was born on April 14, 1933, in Batesville, Indiana and is the son of Malcom Evans and Sarah Creech Evans [Malcom Evans s/o Jesse & Elizabeth Hall Evans, Sarah Creech d/o Samuel B. & Serena Ann Marion Creech]. He served for two years as a private first class with the United States Army. On June 26, 1986, he married his wife Sharron Beebe in Jellico, TN. They shared over thirty years together. Gerald retired in 1995 after 44 years at Visteon. He enjoyed spending his time hunting, fishing, and gardening. Along with his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Eugenia (Rob) Wisby, of Millersburg, OH; four step-children, Belinda Bergen, of Connersville, Misha Bergen, of Monticello, Bret Bergen, of Connersville, and Jeremy Bergen, of Connersville; a brother, Robert (Peggy) Evans, of Connersville; a sister, Ramona Burns, of Bloomington; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Dorothy Alford and Bonnie Cameron, and three brothers, Sam Evans, Arthur Evans, and James Evans. Services for Gerald will be held on Wednesday, June28, 2017, at 1:00pm, at Urban-Winkler Funeral Home, Connersville, with Pastor Rob Judd officiating. Burial will follow at Lick Creek Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Wednesday from 11:00am until the time of the service.

 

Evans, Heath

Heath Evans, 52, of Richmond died suddenly at his residence Wednesday, July 13, 2022 of an apparent heart attack. He was a Lexington native born March 23, 1970, U. S. Army veteran and former member of the Army National Guard and had been a resident of the Richmond area for over 30 years. Heath was a retired construction company owner, contractor, history buff, and avid outdoorsman. He is survived by his loving wife Jennifer Powell Evans; daughters Heather Evans, Megan Evans; mother Mary Ann Charles Evans; father and step-mother Terry [*son of Morris and Florie Burns Evans] and Lindy Evans; siblings Chad Evans and Grant Evans. Visitation 5:00 – 8:00 PM Sunday, July 17, 2022 at Reppert Funeral Home. Graveside Service 11:00 AM Monday, July 18, 2022 at Pilot Knob Cemetery with Military Rites. Pallbearers will be Terry Evans, Chad Evans, Grant Evans, Richard Kelly, Ron Miller, Nathan Miller. Honorary Pallbearer David Powell. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy suggested to Wounded Warrior Project, 223 Rosa L Parks Ave, Unit 301, Nashville, TN 37203 or Honor Flight, Inc., 1405 South Fern Street #702, Arlington, VA 22202. Leave condolences for the family, share a memory, light a memorial candle or plant a tree in Heath’s memory at www.reppertfuneralhome.com. Reppert Funeral Home and Cremation Service entrusted with arrangements.

 

Evans, Helen Louise

EVANS, HELEN LOUISE, 65, Booneville, KY passed away November 25, 2023 in Richmond, KY. She was born on May 25, 1958 in Lexington, KY. Helen was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and companion. Helen had a vibrant personality and a deep love for nature. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, particularly tending to her beloved flower beds and fishing. Her passion for flowers was evident in the beautiful spaces she created. Helen also took pride in her cats and cherished their companionship. Retirement brought her much joy and fulfillment. Helen is survived by her precious little Daddy, Howard Evans, at the age of 99. Helen leaves behind her sister, Mary Best; brother, Howard Lee Evans; nephew, Travis Best. She also had a close bond with her companion, Stanley Chadwell; his sister, Kelly Woodford; brother, Roger Chadwell; family friend Carl Lacey. Helen held a special place in her heart for Edna Stewart, Laura Grace Gay and Ada Willis, who were dear friends to her. She also had a large extended family, including numerous friends. Helen’s educational journey included attending Owsley County High School and Eastern Kentucky University. She was a high school graduate and briefly attended Eastern Kentucky University College. For over 35 years, Helen dedicated herself to her career at Mountain Comp in Owsley County as a medical records clerk and receptionist. Her commitment and professionalism were greatly appreciated by her colleagues and the community. Helen was a lifetime member of the Beattyville First Church of God, where she worshipped faithfully. Her faith provided her with strength and comfort throughout her life. In her spare time, Helen indulged in her hobbies, which included sewing, working with flowers, fishing and other various outdoor projects. Her beautiful roses were a testament to her gardening skills and passion for nature. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. The funeral service will take place on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at the Beattyville First Church of God. The Searcy & Strong Funeral Home in Booneville, KY assisted the family with the arrangements. Helen was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Mildred Evans; sister, Linda Chadwell, special niece, Candice Chadwell; sister-in-law, Linda Evans. Helen Louise Evans will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her memory will be cherished by her family, friends and the community she touched throughout her life. Searcy & Strong Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. The Booneville Sentinel/Dec. 7, 2023.

 

Evans, James Robert

Louisville, KY – James R. Evans 65, formerly of Hamilton, OH, passed away at his residence, Saturday, March 14, 1998. He was born March 4, 1933, in Owsley County, the son of Theodore Delmas and Bessie Ann (Whicker) Evans. He is a retired veteran of the United States Air Force and the Ohio National Guard, serving from 1953 through 1990. He was employed as an auditor for Ohio Casualty Insurance Company for 19 years, retiring in 1995. James was a member and past Treasurer of the Boaz Masonic Lodge # 850, the Victory Chapter Order of Eastern Star # 447, and the Scottish Rite, all of Louisville, and the Hillbilly Clan # 31 of Oleika Temple in Lexington, KY. On July 12, 1952 in Booneville, KY, he married Shirley McIntyre. He is survived by his wife, Shirley of Louisville: one son, Jimmie D. Evans and his wife, Tawny of Mascoutah, ILL; two daughters, Gwendolyn Thompson of Louisville and Regina Harley of Hamilton, OH; one brother, Delmas “Jr.” Evans and wife, Jane and one sister, Glenna Partin, both of Hamilton: three grandchildren, Amber A. and December N. Haley and Jeremy R. Evans. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, March 18 at the Brown – Dawson Funeral Home, 130 Millville Ave., Hamilton OH followed by full Military Honor burial at the Hickory Flat Cemetery. Visitation was held Tuesday, March 17 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Masonic Service at 7:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

 

Evans, Juanita "Edith"

Booneville, KY – Juanita “Edith” Evans, age 72, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2010, at her residence. “Edith” was born in Owsley County, KY on January 27, 1938 to the late Willie and Grace Newman Evans. She was a homemaker and attended Pine Grove Church. She is survived by two sons, Anthony “Tony” Charles Evans and Clinton Junior Evans, and a daughter, Brenda Gail Evans and four grandchildren, Kendra, William, Jessica and Autumn Faith Evans, all of Beattyville, KY. Also surviving are three sisters, Ruth Cole of Batavia, OH and Ruby Thomas and Nettie Bush, both of Beattyville, KY, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services at the Booneville Funeral Home, at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 29, 2010, with Brother Garett Thomas officiating. Visitation was held on Sunday evening at the funeral home from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Burial at the Evans Cemetery, Booneville, KY, with the Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel March 31, 2010.

 

Evans, Juanita Reed

Beattyville, KY- Juanita Evans, age 74, passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center located in Lexington, KY. Juanita was born April 18, 1945 in Booneville, KY, daughter to the late Virgil and Barbara (Couch) Reed. She was a homemaker, and a member of the Wilson Fork Pentecostal Church. She is survived by 3 sons; Ed Evans of Pebworth, KY, Douglas Evans of Beattyville, KY, and Virgil Evans of Pebworth, KY, 1 brother; Robert Reed of Jackson, KY, 5 sisters; Needa Mae Little, Clarice Terry, Virgie Turner, and Goldie Barrett all of Booneville, KY, and Edith Shakelford of Jackson, KY, 4 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and many other loving family members and friends. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 brothers; Calvin Reed, J.C. Reed, and Marvin Reed, 2 sisters; Mary Bowling and Alma Jean Gibson. Visitation will be held Sunday, September 8, 2019 from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, September 8, 2019 at the Booneville Funeral Home with Rev. Doug Finley officiating. She will be laid to rest in the Evans Family Cemetery located in Beattyville, KY. To leave the family a special message, please visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

Evans, Kendall Ray

Beattyville, KY- Kendall Ray Evans, age 71, husband of Cynthia (Phillips) Evans, departed this life on Sunday, November 21, 2021. Kendall was born April 8, 1950 in Booneville, KY, a son to the late Joe and Fannie (Angel) Evans. He was a retired laborer and was a member of the Means Miracle Community Church in Means, KY. He is survived by his wife of 47 years; Cynthia Evans, 1 son; Kendall (Trisha) Evans of Beattyville, KY, 2 daughters; Christal (Brad) Love of Lexington, KY and Monica (Justin) Evans of Richmond, KY, 3 brothers; James (Cathy) Evans of Booneville, KY, Gary (Sally) Evans of Lexington, KY and Tommy (Donna) Evans of Means, KY, 1 honorary brother Danny Cooper of Beattyville, KY, 3 sisters; Lucy Grimmetti of Ypsilanti, Michigan, Ruby (Johnny) Holton of Richmond, KY and Anna Mae Roland of Beattyville, KY, 9 grandchildren; Kendra, Cody, Kinsey, Eddie, Kaleb, Kansas, Dylan, Landyn, and Addisyn, along with many other loving family members, and friends. Kendall was preceded in death by his parents; Joe and Fannie Evans, 7 brothers; Henry, Lee, Joe JR, John, Charles, Bill and Wayne and 3 sisters; Lillian, Hazel and Thelma. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at 2:00 PM, with visitation from 1:00 PM until time of service at the Booneville Funeral Home with Pastor Rob Morgan officiating. Kendall will be laid to rest in the Evans Homeplace Cemetery located at his homeplace in Lee County, KY. To leave the family a special message, please visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

 

Evans, Leroy "Red"

Leroy “Red” Evans, age 92, of Brookville, Indiana died Thursday May 14, 2015 at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Ohio. Born May 12, 1923 in Jackson County, Kentucky he was the son of the late Sylvester {* son of William Henry & Lucy Ann Reynolds Evans} & Lillie (Bishop) Evans. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, having served with the 515th Parachute Infantry as a Paratrooper & Medic. On December 18, 1947 he was united in marriage to the former Reba G. Pennington, and she preceded him in death on February 24, 2012. He was retired from the Franklin County Highway Dept., and had also worked in several factories. He was a member of the Valley Christian Church in Brookville, the Brookville Harmony Masonic Lodge #11 F. & A.M., as well as the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Wilbur Dennison Post #2014 of Brookville, Indiana. In his leisure time Red enjoyed camping, fishing, and telling stories and having a good time. He always wanted those around him to be in a good mood, so he would always do what he could to entertain everyone. He was an avid University of Kentucky Wildcat fan, although he was disappointed they didn’t win the tournament this year! Survivors include three daughters & sons-in-law, Barbara & Danny Hicks of Cedar Grove, Indiana, Connie & Dave Barber of West Chester, Ohio, Faye & Gene Scholl of Brookville, Indiana, one son & daughter-in-law, Bob & Tammy Evans of Brookville, Indiana; 13 Grandchildren as well as 19 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, Reba, he was preceded in death by a sister Lucy J. Shepherd, and a brother, Robert Evans. Family & friends may visit from 4 till 8:00 P.M. on Monday, May 18, 2015 at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Ave., Brookville, where Masonic Memorial Services will begin at 7:30 P.M. Pastor Phil Hester of the Valley Christian Church, will officiate the Funeral Services at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home in Brookville. Burial with full Military Graveside honors by the Bernard Hurst Post #77 of the American Legion will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Franklin County E.M.S.. Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to serve the Evans family. www.phillipsandmeyers.com 05/16/2015.

 

Evans, Linda Darlene Carmack

LINDA DARLENE EVANS, 68, passed away September 1, 2022 at the Owsley County Health Care Center following a long illness. She was born March 3, 1954 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late Earl & Pearl Burch Carmack and was the wife of Howard Lee Evans. She was a homemaker and was a member of the Elk Lick Baptist Church. Mrs. Evans is survived by her loving husband of over 36 years: Mr. Howard Lee Evans of Booneville, Kentucky; three sisters: Mrs. Sherry Citarella & husband Anthony of Cincinnati, OH, Mrs. Patricia Young & husband Gordon of Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Mrs. Deborah Smith of Atlanta, Georgia; two brothers: Mr. Jeff Carmack of Booneville, KY, Mr. Greg Carmack & wife Barbara of Cincinnati, OH and there are several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: Earl & Pearl Carmack; two brothers: Terry Carmack & Michael Carmack. Funeral services for Mrs. Evans were held Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. with visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Searcy & Strong Funeral Home. Offficiating the services was the Bro. David Combs. The burial followed at the Evans Family Cemetery at Pebworth in Owsley County. The Searcy & Strong Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. The Booneville Sentinel/September 7, 2022

 

Evans, Linda Inez

Mrs. Linda Inez Evans, 65, passed away January 30, 2013 at the Owsley County Health Care Center following a brief illness. She was born June 29, 1947 in Oneida, KY, was the daughter of the late Landolph Thomas Georgia Allen, was the widow of Samuel Evans, was a homemaker and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Island City, KY. Linda is survived by one son: Mr. David Evans & his companion Melissa of Island City, KY; three grand-children: Tanner & Austin Evans and Frankie Jo Baldwin all of Island City, KY, her mother, Mrs. Georgia Wilson of Booneville, KY, one sister: Mrs. Betty Sebastian & husband Harold of Booneville, KY, three nephews: Shon, Harold & wife Candace and Justin Sebastian & wife Megan, and six great nieces and nephews: Eaten, Hanna, Hayden, Trent, Sydney & Preston. Funeral services for Mrs. Evans were held Sunday, February 3, 2013 at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Island City, with visitation on Saturday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. Officiating the services were the Rev. Harold Becknell, the Rev. Keith Murray and the Rev. David Combs with the burial following in the church cemetery. The Searcy and Strong Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 02/07/2013.

 

Evans, Maxine Begley

Maxine Evans 88, left her footprint in time May 19, 2017. She was the adoring wife of Clarence for 54 wonderful years. "Max" was born in Beattyville, KY Christmas Day 1928 to Eugenia and Roscoe Begley. The oldest of three, her childhood was shared with brother Howard, sister Ursa and cousins Mildred, Bert and Russell Turner. Max spent much of her life working a farm in Germantown, OH, proving herself the perfect homemaker. There she spent "the happiest time of my life" canning vegetables, planting flowers and nurturing her only son Glenn. As a Hunter resident, she became the neighborhood children's second mother and regular sitter. She is survived by her loving sister, her son and daughter-in-law Joy, sister-in-law Virginia (Hamilton) Begley, nieces and nephews, best friends Doris Grant and Maudie Phipps, caregiver Karen Dorf, and all those who loved and will miss her. The family will hold a private service this fall. Donations may be made to Riverside Hospice Fund, 289 Hospital Rd., Tappahannock, VA 22560. www.legacy.com

 

Evans, Mildred Louise Booth

Mrs. Mildred Louise Evans, 89, passed away July 13, 2016 at her residence following a long illness. She was born November 25, 1926 in Lee County, KY, was the daughter of the late George & Dixie Crabtree Booth, was the wife of Howard Evans, was a homemaker and was a member of the Beattyville First Church of God. Mrs. Evans is survived by her loving husband of 66 years: Mr. Howard Evans of Booneville, KY, one son: Mr. Howard Lee Evans & wife Linda of Booneville, KY, three daughters: Ms. Helen Evans; Mrs. Linda Chadwell & husband Stanley of Booneville, KY and Mrs. Mary Best of Beattyville, KY. One brother: Mr. Woodrow Booth of Villa Hills, KY and one sister: Mrs. Betty Isaacs of Lexinton, KY. Also there are several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: George & Dixie Booth, a granddaughter: Candace Chadwell as well as five sisters and three brothers. Funeral services for Mrs. Evans were held Friday, July 15, 2016 at 2:00 pm with visitation starting at 10:00 am at the Beattyville First Church of God. Officiating the services was the Rev. Garrett Thomas with the burial following in the Howard Evans Family Cemetery in the Pebworth community of Owsley County. The Searcy & Strong Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 7/20/2016.

 

Evans, Shirley Louise McIntire

Shirley Louise Evans, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, September 19, 2016. Shirley was born in Owsley County, KY on June 20, 1937 to Fred and Cynthia (Hall) McIntire. On July 12, 1952 in Kentucky she married James Evans who preceded her in death on March 14, 1998. Shirley was a life member of the Victory Chapter #447 Eastern Star in Louisville, KY. Shirley is survived by her children, Regina Sortman, and Jimmie (Eneida) Evans; 3 grandchildren, Amber Scalf, December Pennekamp, and Jeremy Evans; 3 great grandchildren, Haylee, Logyn, and Tristyn. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Evans; a daughter, Gwen Thompson; 11 siblings; and her parents. Funeral service will be held at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, 330 Pershing Ave., Hamilton, Ohio, on Friday, September 23, 2016 at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow at Hickory Flat Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 23, 2016 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home. www.browndawsonflick.com 09/20/2016.

 

Evans, Wilbert "Tib"

Lexington, KY – Wilbert Hall "Tib" Evans, 81, of Longview Drive, formerly of Owsley County, Kentucky, passed away Friday, April 15, 2005 at the VA Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Mr. Evans was born in Booneville, Kentucky, on August 26, 1923, the son of the late Elmer and Birdie Hall Evans. He was a former salesman for the Don Meyers Shoe Company in Lexington, Kentucky, a retired U. S. Army Veteran, having served in WW II, and a member of the Porter Memorial Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Chaney Evans of Lexington, Kentucky; a brother, Donnie Evans of Booneville, Kentucky; three sisters, Ruth Combs of Lexington, Kentucky, Ruby Morgan of Pebworth, Kentucky and Wilma Marshall of Booneville, Kentucky; and a host of friends and relatives. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ed and Clarence Evans and a sister, Erma Duff. Funeral services were held on Sunday evening, at the funeral home from 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Burial in the Evans Cemetery, Pebworth, Kentucky, with the Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel April 21, 2005

 

Evans, William Earl "Bill"

William Earl “Bill” Evans, the husband of 53 years to Shirley Ann Caudill Evans of Beattyville, Kentucky and the son of the late Josiah and Fannie Angel Evans was born on May 13, 1940 and departed this life Friday, March 6, 2020 in Lexington, Kentucky at the age of 79 years, 9 months and 23 days. Bill was retired from Southside Water, but could never say no when someone called in need. His favorite days were filled with hours of phone conversations about politics and UK and Michigan basketball with a special nephew, Bubby Gee. Bill was a member and board member of the Beattyville Church of God. In addition to his wife, Shirley, Bill is survived by two daughters, Leighandra Kay Shouse and husband Harold and Shannon Dawn Evans; four granddaughters, Sara Kate, Rachel Isabella, Rebecca Ja’net, and Emily Faith; one great grandson, “Papaw’s little huckleberry” Elijah Dale William; four brothers, James Evans and wife Cathy of Booneville, Kentucky, Kendall Ray Evans and wife Cindy of Beattyville, Kentucky, Tommy Evans and wife Donna of Means, Kentucky, and Gary Paul Evan and wife Sally of Lexington, Kentucky; four sisters, Lucy Grimmitte of Ypsilanti, Michigan, Thelma Couch of Beattyville, Ruby Holton and husband Johnny of Richmond, Kentucky, and Anna Mae Rowland of Beattyville; one special sister-in-law, Eileene Jewell of Beattyville; and a multitude of nieces, nephews, and many he collected because his heart picked them. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; one son, William Brian; two sisters, Hazel Bandy and Lillian Herald; and six brothers, Henry, Charles, Edward Lee, Wayne, John, and Joe Junior. www.newnamfuneralhome.com/.

 

Evanshine, Maude H. Wilson

Booneville, KY - Maude H. Wilson Evanshine, 90, of Eastside Apts., passed away Thursday, September 25, 2008 at her residence. She was a member of the Booneville United Methodist Church and a homemaker. Mrs. Evanshine died peacefully at home. She was born on April 26, 1912 in Owsley County, KY to the late Edward A. Wilson and Callie E. Seale Wilson and was the widow of Edwin L. Evanshine. She is survived by several nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sisters, Mae V. Gray and Edith Gabbard; and a brother, Walker Wilson. Visitation was held from 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 29th, 2008 until time of service at 12:00 noon at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home with Rev. Jamison Brunk officiating. Burial in the Shepherd Memorial Cemetery with Searcy and Strong Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Booneville Sentinel October 1, 2008.

 

Eve, Clarence Robert

Mr. Clarence Robert Eve, age 81, of Georgetown, Kentucky, entered this life on November 2, 1931, in Owsley County, Kentucky, the loving son of the late, Willie & Roxie (Rowland) Eve. Clarence was raised in Austin, Indiana, where he was a 1951 graduate of Austin High School. Clarence was inducted into the United States Navy on February 20, 1954, in King's Port, Tennesse, rising to the rank of Yeoman First Class, serving during the Vietnam War & was honorable discharged on August 1, 1977, in Amarillo, Texas, after 23 years, 5 months & 1 day of service. Clarence was united in marriage on June 14, 1957, in Austin, Indiana, to Thelma Joyce May & to this union arrived three sons & one daughter to bless their home. Clarence & Thelma enjoyed nearly 56 years of marriage together until his death. Clarence formerly worked in Security at the Jefferson Proving Grounds, for 16 years. Clarence was a former employee at the Pinkerton Security at the Overbrook Farm in Lexington, Kentucky, for 5 years. Clarence resided the past 15 years in Georgetown, Kentucky. Clarence will be remembered for his love of watching baseball, enjoying music, playing Chess & Scrabble. Clarence died at 12:00 pm, Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Clarence will be missed by his loving wife of nearly 56 years: Thelma Joyce (May) Eve of Georgetown, KY; his daughter: Deanna Sontag & her husband: Doug of Georgetown, KY; his sons: James Eve & his wife: Terry of Amarillo, TX; Darren Eve of Lexington, KY; Scott Eve & his wife: Lori of Frankfort, KY; his grandchildren: James Christian Eve & Brian Thomas Eve of Amarillo, TX; his brother: Harold Eve of Fullerton, CA; his sisters: Mae Gober of Longview, TX; Lucy Ballinger of Springfield, OH; his several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents: Willie & Roxie (Rowland) Eve; his brothers: Ernest Eve & Charlie Eve; his sister: Anita Kurtz. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, March 11, 2013, at 1:00 pm, by Rev. Ronald Sandidge, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street Vevay, Indiana 47043. Friends may call 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Monday, March 11, 2013, at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home 208 Ferry Street Vevay, Indiana 47043.

 

Eversole, Clyde

Booneville, KY – Clyde Eversole, 92, passed away Monday, April 28, 2008 at the Kentucky River Medical Center in Jackson, KY, after a long illness. Clyde was born June 15, 1915, in Owsley County, KY, to the late Seaber and Nettie Callahan Eversole. He was a former farmer and was known for his love and collection of motorcycles. He was remembered as owning and riding the first motorcycle in Owsley County. Survivors include three sisters, Marie McKinney of Irvine, KY and Lela (& Dale Bishop) and Geneva Mason, both of Booneville, KY; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends and relatives. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Roy Mason and a nephew, Gary Mason. Funeral services were held Friday, May 2, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at the Booneville Funeral Home with the Rev. Joe Powlas officiating. Visitation was held on Friday, beginning at 12:00 noon until time of service, at the funeral home. Burial in the Esau Gabbard Cemetery on Indian Creek in Owsley County, with the Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were Troy Mason, Steve Payne, Dale Bishop, Donnie Griffith, Larry, Mike and Chad Mason. Booneville Sentinel May 7, 2008.

 

Eversole, Eula Mae Bowling Sebastian

Eula Mae Sebastian Eversole, age 89 of Independence, KY passed away on Friday, January 25, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Health Care Hospice in Edgewood, KY. She retired from McAlpins in Downtown Cincinnati after 20 years of service and was a member of Oak Ridge Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her 1st Husband:Wilson Sebastian in 1989 and a Son: Dr. Wilson Sebastian, Jr. in 1987, and 3 Brothers: Rudell (Rudy) Bowling, Parnell Bowling and Earl Bowling. Eula Mae is survived by her Husband: Kash Eversole, Jr.; Son: Michael (Patti) Sebastian of Frankfort, KY; Step-Son: John E. (Lora) Eversole of Booneville, KY; Step-Daughter: Patricia Gayle (Shelby) Sebastian of Florence, KY; Brother: Lowell Thomas Bowling of Covington, KY; 7 Grandchildren: Erica Sebastian, Josh Sebastian, Michael B. Sebastian, Jennifer McGrath, Shelby Sebastian, Chris Eversole and Jerrad Eversole; 17 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild. The Visitation will be on Monday, January 28, 2013 at Connley Brothers Funeral Home in Latonia, KY from 4 PM until 7 PM. The Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at Connley Brothers Funeral Home at 10 AM. Interment in Floral Hills Cemetery. Memorials to: St. Elizabeth Hospice 483 South Loop Road Edgewood, KY 41017. Online Condolences may be made at: www.connleybrothersfuneralhome.com 01/26/2013.

 

Eversole, Joan Pendergrass

Joan Eversole age 63, of Eaton, OH, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at Reid Hospital, Richmond, IN. She was born May 30, 1951 in Oneida, KY to the late Estill {* son of Washington B. and Nannie Metcalf Pendergrass} and Virgie Pendergrass. Joan was a longstanding member of the Paducah Ave. Baptist Church in Hamilton and currently a member of the Camden Community Church in Camden. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law Evelyn and Johnny Shannon; and mother-in-law Gracie B. Eversole. She is survived by her husband Paul W. Eversole of Eaton; son Scott (Karen) Eversole of Eaton; daughter Buffie (Douglas) Rose of Somerville; grandchildren Makenna and Dalton Eversole and Justine and Jayden Rose; sister Louise (Jim) Barnes of Fairhaven; brothers Estill (Mary) Pendergrass, Jr. of Darrtown and Ricky Pendergrass of Hamilton; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received on Friday, October 31, 2014 from 11:00 am until the time of funeral services at 1:00 pm at the Camden Community Church, 96 W. Central St., Camden, OH with Pastor Douglas Rose officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery, Camden, OH. Memorial Contributions may be sent to the church. http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/hamilton/obituary 10/29/2014.

 

Eversole, Kash Jr.

Mr. Kash Eversole, Jr., age 91, passed away July 14th, 2014 at the Hospice Care St. Elizabeth in Edgewood, KY, following a long illness. He was born March 16th, 1923 in Owsley County, KY, was the son of the late Kash Sr. and Lucy Baker Eversole, was the widower of Edna Stamper Eversole and Eula Bowling Eversole, was a retired school teacher, was a Veteran of WWII and was a member of the Cow Creek Presbyterian Church. Mr. Eversole is survived by one son; Mr. John Ed Eversole and wife Lora of Booneville, KY, one daughter; Mrs. Patricia Gayle Sebastian and husband Shelby of Florence, KY, four grandchildren: Mr. Chris Eversole, Mr. Jarrad Eversole, Mrs. Jenifer McGraph and Mr. Shawn Sebastian; six great grand-children and one stepson; Mr. Mick Sebastian of Frankfort, KY. Funeral services for Mr. Eversole were held Friday July 18th, 2014 at 10:30 am at the Cow Creek Presbyterian Church with visitation on Thursday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. Officiating the services was the Rev. Joe Powlas with the burial following and full Military Rites following at the Eversole Cemetery on Cow Creek, KY. The Searcy and Strong Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements. Booneville Sentinel 07/24/2014.

 

Eversole, Margaret Reynolds

Margaret Reynolds Eversole, age 93, passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on June 28, 2012 after a lengthy illness. She was born Margaret Reynolds in Crockettsville, Kentucky on April 19, 1919. Her parents were Elihu (son of Jeremiah and Margaret Gabbard Reynolds) and Dora (Bowling) Reynolds. She was the only daughter and had eight brothers. Margaret inherited a love of school from her supportive parents and also from Witherspoon School in Buckhorn, Kentucky, affiliated with the Buckhorn Presbyterian Church. After graduating high school there she went on to Lees Junior College from which she graduated in two years and commenced her teaching career at age nineteen. During the war years she finished her Bachelors degree from the University of Kentucky. On May 24, 1947 she married James C. Eversole in a ceremony at the Buckhorn Presbyterian Church and they began living in Hazard, Kentucky, she teaching school and he working for the L & N Railroad. Margaret and Jim soon moved to Ohio to be near her parents and brothers as they were a close knit family. Jim finished college at Eastern Kentucky University and began teaching. Margaret earned a Masters degree from Xavier University, attending classes on Saturdays and during summers. Two sons were born to them, James and Cody. After living and teaching in Cincinnati, they settled in Hamilton and then built a house in Fairfield where they lived for the rest of their lives. Margaret taught for thirty years in Hamilton schools, mostly fifth grade and retired. The family attended Zion Lutheran Church in Hamilton. Margaret had a beautiful singing voice and loved to sing hymns in church. She was also an accomplished pianist and liked to play at home. She passed on her love of learning and music to her sons. She was happiest just being home with her family and visiting close friends. During her later years her health suffered and she was taken care of at home by her sons. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents and six of her brothers. She is survived by her sons James T. Eversole and Cody R. Eversole of Fairfield, Ohio and brothers Jack Reynolds of Lake City, Florida and Thomas K. Reynolds of Fairfield, Ohio. Visitation will be at Avance Funeral Home, Fairfield, Ohio on Tuesday, July 3, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Services follow at 1:00 PM at Avance with burial at Rose Hill Cemetery. Hamilton Journal-News 07/01/2012.

 

 

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