Evelyn Mae Willman Ferguson

Jul 28, 2025

Evelyn Mae Willman Ferguson, passed away peacefully at Ridgeway Nursing Home in Owingsville, on Monday, July 28, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on July 17, 1945, in Campton, to the late Ernest and Tye Willman.As a devoted homemaker, Evelyn created a loving environment that was a testament to her passion for family and togetherness. She was known for...

Atha Clay Ellis

Jul 19, 2025

Atha Clay Ellis, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the age of 84. She was born on July 4, 1941, in Flemingsburg, to the late Samuel and Mary Fawns Gilvin.Atha was a cherished member of her community and a devoted member of the Mt. Sterling Church of the Nazarene, where she served as the past president of the Senior...

Manuel Vance

Jul 18, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Manuel Lee Vance, who departed from this world on Friday, July 18, 2025, at the age of 72. Born in Lexington, on December 21, 1952, to the late Woodford and Beulah Copher Vance. Manuel spent his formative years in the heart of Bath County, graduating in 1970 from Bath...

Donna Yenger

Jul 14, 2025

On Monday, July 14, 2025, the world lost a bright and caring soul, Donna Denise Peyton Yenger, at the age of 59, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington. Born on March 14, 1966, in Mt. Sterling, to the late Delbert and Dorothy Robinson Peyton. Donna embodied the spirit of kindness throughout her life. A dedicated Nurse Aide, she devoted herself...

Tina Gail Hopkins

Jul 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tina Gail Hopkins, 48, who departed this life on Friday, July 11, 2025, at UK Medical Center. Born on January 1, 1977, in Mt. Sterling. Tina dedicated her life to helping others as a devoted caregiver. She was deeply committed to her family, with her greatest joys stemming from...

Raymond Young

Jul 3, 2025

Raymond Young, a beloved husband, father, and friend, and dedicated United States Army veteran, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Baptist health in Lexington. Born on August 13, 1955, in Paintsville, to the late Hershell Sr. and Lorene Blevins Young. Raymond's life was marked by his unwavering spirit and a thirst for storytelling that brought joy to all who knew...

Rex B. Mann

Jul 2, 2025

Rex B. Mann, of Mt. Sterling, KY, age 80, took his last deep breath on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, with his high-school sweetheart and wife of 59 years, Anita at his side. His lifelong journey of impact began with his birth on July 20, 1944, in Canton, North Carolina to the late Howard H. Mann and Pearl Pressley Mann.

Rex...

Valerie Bartley

Jun 30, 2025

Valerie Lynn Bartley, beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at the age of 55. She was born on August 15, 1969, in Mansfield, Ohio, and spent her later years in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, where she created a loving home filled with warmth and laughter.Valerie was a devoted member of the Baptist faith and...

Roy Dale "Fatty" Byrd

Jun 30, 2025

Roy Dale Byrd, born August 23, 1968, cast his final line and went to fish the peaceful lakes of heaven on June 30, 2025, at the age of 56.

Roy Dale was the cherished son of Phyllis Byrd and the late Roy Byrd. A devoted father, he leaves behind his loving children-Kellie, Katie, Canyon, and Carly-who were the light of his life....

Danny Terrell

Jun 26, 2025

Danny Edward Terrell, beloved husband, loving father and grandfather, and dedicated bus driver, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the age of 72 at Clark regional Medical Center. He was born on June 7, 1953, in Cincinnati, Ohio, and later made his home in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky.Danny devoted many years of his life to serving the community...

Herbert Thomas Derickson III

Jun 25, 2025

Herbert "H.T." Thomas Derickson III, 89, of Stanton, KY passed away on June 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and wife.

 H.T. was born on August 12, 1935 in Stanton, KY, the son of Herbert Thomas Derickson, Jr. and Vandetta Landers Derickson.

 H.T. graduated from Powell County High School, then went on to raise a family and to enjoy life on the...

Deidre Dianne Davis Liggett

Jun 19, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Deidre Dianne Davis Liggett, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who departed this life on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at the age of 56. Deidre was born on October 8, 1968, in Mt. Sterling. She lived a life rich in creativity and compassion, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.Deidre was...

Juanita Dee Pratt

Jun 18, 2025

Juanita Dee Pratt, passed away peacefully at Windsor Care in Mt. Sterling, on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on May 8, 1934, in Louisville, to the late Dan Pratt and Mary Barnes Pratt Braden.Though she never held formal employment, Juanita brought immense warmth to the lives of those around her. She was known for her...

James "Doug" Douglas Webb

Jun 16, 2025

James Douglas Webb, passed away by heart-attack in his home in North Middletown, Kentucky, on Monday, June 16, 2025, at the age of 67. Doug was born on November 20, 1957, in Paris, to the late Marshall and Pearl Webb.Doug was a loyal man. Loyal to both his family, friends, and his work at the Bourbon County Road Department. A...

Robert "Bob" Earl Henderson

Jun 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" Earl Henderson, who departed this life on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on October 31, 1933, in Bath County to the late Bert and Nervie Ellis Henderson. Bob lived a life rich in experiences and love. A dedicated farmer, he worked the land,...

Gaynell Jackson

May 30, 2025

Gaynell Rudder Jackson, 88, a cherished member of the Mt. Sterling community, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Jewish Hospital in Louisville. Born on December 3, 1936, in Mt. Sterling, to the late Espy and Lalah Griffin Rudder. Gaynell cherished her hometown, where she later graduated from Mt. Sterling High School.

Gaynell dedicated 61 years of...

Chester Profitt

May 28, 2025

Chester Profitt, passed away peacefully at the age of 75 on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Born on January 29, 1950, to the late Charlie and Elsie Patrick Profitt, in Ravenna, Kentucky. Chester lived a life marked by genuine warmth and a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures that life had to offer.

Chester loved to junk appliances, but his...

Debra Gayhart

May 20, 2025

Debra Kay Lockard Gayhart, 63, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at UK Medical Center. Born on November 24, 1961, in Springfield, Ohio, to the late Ray Jr. and Dorothy Shoemaker Lockard. Debbie built a life filled with love and creativity in Winchester, Kentucky, where she resided until her passing.

Debbie's journey through life was marked by her...

Patricia Louise McClanahan

May 20, 2025

Patricia Louise Troutman McClanahan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on September 1, 1942, in Mt. Sterling. Patricia was a lifelong resident of the area, where she dedicated herself to her family, her work, and her faith.

Patricia was a familiar face to all the kids in the Montgomery County School system, where...

Linda Jean Harmon McDaniel

May 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Jean McDaniel, aged 66, who left this world on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Born on July 16, 1958, in Camden, New Jersey, to the late Charles Harmon and Anna McNelly. Linda enriched the lives of everyone around her with her vibrant personality and unwavering spirit.

A devoted...