Obituaries

David "Peanut" Davis

David "Peanut" Davis

Dec 3, 2023

David "Peanut" Davis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, devoted brother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2023, at Life Care Center, Morehead Kentucky.  He was born on June 23, 1956, in Grundy, VA, to the late Clyde and Avie Shortridge Davis.

David's unwavering dedication to his craft began in the construction industry, where he excelled...

Tammy Lynn Norton

Tammy Lynn Norton

Dec 1, 2023

Tammy Lynn Norton, 55, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away Friday morning, December 1, 2023, at University of Kentucky Medical Center.  She was born in Terre Haute, Indiana on September 8, 1968, to the late Steve Norton, Sr., and Betty Sink Miller.

Tammy was a cook in the restaurant industry.  She enjoyed coloring in books and digitally,...

Verna Ruth (Mack)  Rountree

Verna Ruth (Mack) Rountree

Nov 18, 2023

Verna Ruth Mack Rountree, 89, known affectionately as “Nanny” to many, was called to her heavenly home on Saturday, November 18, 2023. She has finally had her long-awaited reunion with her husband, Jack Rountree, and son, Larry Rountree, whom she loved and longed for daily.

Born on August 7, 1934, in Pleasant View, Kentucky to the late...

Kathleen Marilyn (Drys)  Garrett

Kathleen Marilyn (Drys) Garrett

Nov 10, 2023

Kathleen Marilyn Garrett, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on November 10, 2023, at her residence in Jeffersonville, KY. Born on July 10, 1949, in Detroit, MI, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Sherley (Crook) Drys.

Kathleen was a woman of strength and compassion, who touched the lives of all who...

Yvonne "Paige" (Eldridge)  Pendleton

Yvonne "Paige" (Eldridge) Pendleton

Nov 7, 2023

Yvonne "Paige" Pendleton, 86, of Mt. Sterling, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, with her family at her side. She was born on March 3, 1937 in Morehead Kentucky to the late Ora Roland and Sarah Elizabeth Black Eldridge.

Paige was a lifelong resident of Kentucky, of the Christian faith and member of Rolling Hills...

Carolyn (Held)  May

Carolyn (Held) May

Nov 6, 2023

Carolyn Held May, Died November 6, 2023 at the age of 100 years and 364 days. She was born in Hastings, NE to Albert Anthony Held and Minnie Pratt Held. She grew up in Lincoln and was a graduate of the University of Nebraska where she was a member of Alpha Phi Sorority. It was at the University of...

Anna Mae Boggs

Anna Mae Boggs

Nov 5, 2023

On November 5, 2023, Anna Mae Boggs, a loving mother, grandmother, and devout Christian, passed away peacefully at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. Born on November 29, 1945, in Oneida, Kentucky to the late Granville and Edna Coffey, Anna Mae embraced life with warmth, compassion, and a deep love for her family.

Anna Mae's journey was defined...

James Malcom Baxter

James Malcom Baxter

Nov 2, 2023

James Malcom Baxter, 75, of Mt. Sterling passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, November 2, 2023 with his family by his side. James was born in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky on July 4, 1948 to the late Malcom and Marjorie Proffitt Baxter.

James treasured his family and friends and lived his life to the fullest. He never missed...

Mabel June (Scott)  Marye

Mabel June (Scott) Marye

Oct 18, 2023

Mabel June Marye, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2023, at St. Joseph Mt. Sterling Hospital. Born on March 28, 1929, in Corbin, Kentucky, to the late Luther and Bessie Scott, Mabel lived a life filled with love, compassion, and dedication.

Mabel had been a resident of Montgomery County...

Cora "Sue" (Elliott)  Baker

Cora "Sue" (Elliott) Baker

Oct 18, 2023

Cora Sue Baker of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky received her angel wings on October 18, 2023.  She was born in Mansfield, Ohio but raised in Jeffersonville, Kentucky.  Sue was the seventh child in a family of twelve children born to Clyde and Lena Elliott.  She married Morris Baker, Jr. on January 13, 1979.  They shared forty-four years of marriage.  She...

Matthew "Matt" Allan Reffitt

Matthew "Matt" Allan Reffitt

Oct 13, 2023

Matthew "Matt" Allan Reffitt, a beloved member of the Mount Sterling community known for his dedication to his work as a mechanic, passed away on October 13, 2023, at the age of 51. Matthew was born on June 5, 1972, in Sandusky, Ohio, to the late George Reffitt, Sr. and Margaret Wechter Crump and later made Mount Sterling, Kentucky,...

Helen "Gayle" (Hughes)  Stone

Helen "Gayle" (Hughes) Stone

Oct 7, 2023

Helen Gayle Stone, peacefully passed away on October 7, 2023, at the age of 83. She was born to the late Emanuel and Sitha Hughes on April 26, 1940, in Beulan, KY, and resided in Mt. Sterling at the time of her passing. Gayle left behind a legacy filled with love, compassion, and cherished memories.

Throughout her...

Mary Frances "Chic" (Gay)  Faulkner Clemons

Mary Frances "Chic" (Gay) Faulkner Clemons

Oct 2, 2023

With great sorrow we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.  Mary Frances "Chic" Gay Faulkner Clemons, 80, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, transitioned to her eternal home on Monday morning, October 2, 2023.  She was born in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky on December 31, 1942 to the late James and Martha Webb Gay.

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Baby William Lee Edward Patton

Baby William Lee Edward Patton

Oct 1, 2023

Infant, William Lee Edward Patton, went to be with the Lord on October 1, 2023.  He is the cherished son of Jamie Wayne and Sumer Dahn Ritchie Patton.

In addition to his parents, Baby William is survived by his twin sister, Alora Rayne Katherine Patton, three sisters; Alexis Grace Patton, Aubriee Shae Lou Patton and Addalynn Paige...

Herman Lewis Howard

Herman Lewis Howard

Oct 1, 2023

Herman Lewis Howard, 57, of Means Kentucky passed away peacefully on October 1, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 24, 1966, in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, to the late, Ernest Howard and Mary Otten Nealis.

Herman, known for his strong work ethic and love for the great outdoors, found solace...

Ronnie Phillip Creech

Ronnie Phillip Creech

Sep 29, 2023

Ronnie Phillip Creech, 30, son of Tim and Trish Creech of Jeffersonville, Kentucky passed away Friday evening, September 29, 2023.  He was born March 25, 1993.

Ronnie is survived by his parents, Tim and Trish Creech of Jeffersonville; sister, Laura Creech of Morehead; maternal grandfather, Charles Donathan of Mt. Sterling; paternal widowed grandmother, Orene Creech Stockdale of...

Anna Ruth Dills

Anna Ruth Dills

Sep 27, 2023

Anna Ruth Dills was born on August 24, 1932, Wittensville, Johnson Co., KY to the late Anthony and Leona Lemaster Dills. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 27, 2023, in Mt. Sterling, Montgomery Co., KY.

She was a bookkeeper for many years at Meadow Gold Dairy in Van Lear, Ky. She later began work...

Bettie Lou (Duff)  Evans

Bettie Lou (Duff) Evans

Sep 26, 2023

Bettie Lou Evans age 82, of Lexington, KY and Naples, FL (formerly of Mount Sterling, KY) passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023. “Coach”, “Bettie Lou” and/or “BL” as she was known by all died at her home in Lexington, KY that she shared with her husband of 28 years Stanely D. Rullman after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer....

Pamela Joan (Fritz)  Routt

Pamela Joan (Fritz) Routt

Sep 19, 2023

Pamela Joan Routt, beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2023, at the age of 69. Born on February 18, 1954, in Mount Sterling, to the late Joe and Pat Adams Fritz. Pam brought joy and laughter into the lives of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed, but her memory will...

Frankie Wayne Becraft II

Frankie Wayne Becraft II

Sep 17, 2023

Frankie Wayne Becraft II "Buddy", 51, of Jeffersonville, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at his residence. He was born on September 30, 1971, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to Frankie and Alonna Becraft.

Frankie was a graduate from Montgomery County high school. Top of his class at Rowan County Vocational for welding. He enjoyed anything outdoors...

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