Obituaries
Stephen Whitaker
Jan 22, 2026
Stephen Earl Whitaker, aged 59, of Mt. Sterling, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 22, 2026. He was born on November 8, 1966, in Lexington, Kentucky. A dedicated pharmacist and business owner, Stephen's legacy will forever be intertwined with the four establishments he operated under the name Whitaker Pharmacy, Stanton Drugs, Bath Hometown Pharmacy, and Campton Discount Drugs. His passion...
Jeffery Thompson
Jan 21, 2026
Jeffery Dee Thompson, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington at the age of 62. Born on October 2, 1963, in Mt. Sterling, to the late Henry Dee and Loretta Miles Thompson. Jeff was a lifelong resident who embraced the simple joys of life and the warmth of family and friendship.Jeff spent many...
Lonnie Miller
Jan 21, 2026
I Lonnie Miller passed away on January 21, 2026, in Jeffersonville, Kentucky. Born on September 12, 1954, in Pineville, Kentucky, Lonnie dedicated 43 years of his life to working at International Paper, where he was known for his strong work ethic and commitment. Lonnie's life was rich with love and family.
He is survived by his wife, Loretta, with whom he shared nearly eight years of marriage. His...
Jackie Rogers
Jan 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jackie Dean Rogers, who departed this life on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on June 18, 1942, in Mt. Sterling, to the late Bud and Etta Hatton Rogers, Jackie dedicated his life to his work and family.
Jackie spent many years as an insurance...
Philippe Auber
Jan 20, 2026
Philippe Auber passed away on January 20th at the Clark Regional Medical Center from unknown causes. He was born Roger Louis Goudable in Paris, France on January 7, 1939 and is survived by his spouse of forty years, Wally Barker. He was 87 years old. Preceding him in death are his parents, Camille Goudable and Paulette Aubergier. He became a...
Anice Ballard
Jan 17, 2026
Anice "Ann" Mae Sutton Ballard, 82, of Mt. Sterling, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at her residence. Born on February 4, 1943, to the late Warren Sutton and Ruth Brown Moreland. Ann proudly retired after she served for 23 years at Jockey and for 19 years at Quality Cabinets. But her legacy extends far beyond her impressive...
Wilma Fern Peyton McKinney
Jan 10, 2026
Wilma Fern Peyton McKinney departed this life and soared to heaven at the age of 87 on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Windsor Care Center. Born on December 23, 1938, in Morgan County, to the late Wesley and Carmen Osborne Peyton.
She moved to Montgomery County 58 years ago from Menifee County, where she established numerous relationships with people throughout the...
Stanley Ray Allen, Jr.
Jan 6, 2026
It is with profound sadness that the family of Stanley Ray Allen, Jr., age 63, announces his peaceful passing on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington. Stanley was born on October 25, 1962, to Stanley Allen, Sr. and Wanda Copher Allen.Stanley was a native of Montgomery County and graduated from Montgomery County High School in 1980...
Augusta Prater
Jan 6, 2026
Augusta Prater, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on November 17, 1931, to the late Otis and Katie Bailey Prater. Augusta lived a life rich with kindness, creativity, and unwavering faith in God. A lifelong resident of Mt. Sterling, she dedicated her career to serving others, primarily as a Ward Clerk at...
Edward Henry
Jan 4, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Edward "Eddie" C. Henry, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, businessman, and passionate sportsman, who peacefully departed from this life on Sunday, January 4, 2026, surrounded by his family, at the age of 97. He was born on April 24, 1928, in Powell County to the late Willis and Beulah...
Mary Jane Sorrell Johnson
Dec 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Jane Sorrell Johnson, beloved member of the Mt. Sterling community, who departed this life on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Mt. Sterling, on October 4, 1941, to the late Emmitt and Nona Thompson Sorrell. Mary dedicated her life to caring for her...
Raymond Blake, Jr.
Dec 27, 2025
Raymond Claude Blake, Jr., born on November 13, 1925, in Pomeroy, Ohio, to the late Raymond, Sr. and Nela Sanders Blake. Passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at his residence. He was a beloved husband and father, esteemed quality control manager, and a decorated World War II veteran who dedicated his life to his family, his work, and...
Walker Ershel Hasty
Dec 26, 2025
Walker Ershel Hasty, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on May 26, 1932, in the Scranton area of Menifee County, to the late Roy and Dora Wells Hasty.
Walker was a member of the Camargo Church of God. He was a retired forklift operator, having served with the Teamsters Union.
Walker enjoyed...
Etta Dudgeon
Dec 23, 2025
Etta "Cookie" Mae Moore Dudgeon, beloved mother, passed away peacefully at Windsor Care Center, on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on September 6, 1942, in Mt. Sterling, to the late Sidney and Maggie Dunn Moore. Etta's spirit touched the lives of many throughout her remarkable journey.Etta devoted her professional life to legal services as a...
Minnie Dee Gilvin
Dec 22, 2025
Minnie Dee Gilvin, was born on April 13, 1938, to the late Seth Sr. and Lillie Willoughby Gilvin. Left this world peacefully at the Robertson County Healthcare Facility on Monday, December 22, 2025, at the age of 87. Minnie was known for her gentle spirit and profound appreciation for the beauty of nature, particularly her passion for bird watching. Her...
Wanda Gertrude Whitaker Purvis
Dec 20, 2025
Wanda Gertrude Whitaker Purvis, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the age of 91. She was born on November 15, 1934, in Hope, Kentucky, to the late Delmas and Aldean Gibb Whitaker and spent her life exemplifying faith, love, and resilience.Wanda was married to her husband, Kenneth Purvis, for 67 wonderful years, during which they embraced faith...
Robert Clayton Brady
Dec 16, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Clayton Brady, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 16, 2025, at the age of 64 in Stanton, Kentucky. Born on February 23, 1961, in Dayton, Ohio, Robert was a natural fighter from the very beginning, facing challenges such as...
Betsy Foster
Dec 16, 2025
Betsy Ann Sorrell Foster, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on March 4, 1950, in Mt. Sterling, to the late Paul, Sr. and Ann D. Sorrell. Betsy lived a life marked by warmth, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to family and friends.A proud health care administrator, Betsy dedicated her...
Tammi Gaye Pugh Shrout
Dec 8, 2025
Tammi Gaye Pugh Shrout, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on May 25, 1965, in Louisville, Tammi moved to Mt. Sterling after marrying Julian and touched the lives of many throughout her journey.Tammi's academic journey began at Morehead State University, where she earned both her...
Diane Calvert Nelson
Nov 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Diane Nelson, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted educator, who departed from this world on November 30, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on December 8, 1936, in Princeton, West Virginia, to the late James W.S. Calvert, M.D. and Thelma G. Boone Calvert. Diane lived a life marked...
