Richard Wayne Anderson

Dec 14, 2024

Richard Wayne Anderson, a cherished husband, and dedicated veteran, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2024, at Georgetown Community Hospital, at the age of 57. He was born on November 1, 1967, in Indiana and lived a life full of passion, service, and creativity.

Richard proudly served his country as a Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force, where he...

Rollie Elwood Short

Dec 8, 2024

Rollie Elwood Short, a beloved farmer and cherished member of the Jeffersonville community, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born on January 21, 1938, in West Liberty, Kentucky, to the late Arnold Short and Bessie Gibson Murphy.

Rollie was known for his lifelong dedication to agriculture, spending countless hours tending to his vegetable...

Juan D. Cunningham, Jr.

Dec 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Juan Diego Cunningham, Jr., 37, who departed this life on December 5, 2024, at UK Medical Center. Born on September 6, 1987, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, Juan touched the lives of many with his vibrant spirit and warm personality.

A dedicated husband and father, Juan leaves behind his beloved wife,...

Betty Lorraine Renfro Toy

Dec 4, 2024

Betty Lorraine Renfro Toy, 78, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her family. Born on January 3, 1946, in Richmond, to the late Forest and Virginia Harvey Renfro.

As a devoted homemaker, Betty found joy in creating a warm and loving environment for her family. She was an avid...

Gwendolyn Ruth Buckler Mayer

Dec 2, 2024

Gwendolyn Ruth Buckler-Mayer, 90, died Monday, December 2, 2024 at CHI St. Joseph Health, Mt. Sterling, KY. She was preceded by her husband, John Mayer, Jr., of 63 years. She was a mother of five, a retired City Clerk/Treasurer, Editor of the Menifee County Journal, and a News reporter for WMST-Radio.

Gwendolyn was born on April 16, 1934, in Kings Mountain,...

Sylvia Gay Medders Hawks

Nov 29, 2024

Sylvia Gay Hawks, 83, born on August 9, 1941, in Fayette, Alabama, to the late James and Molly Kelly Medders. Passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her family. Sylvia was a cherished homemaker, whose warmth and love created a nurturing haven for her family.

Her joyous spirit was reflected in her radiant smile and infectious...

Ella Cox

Nov 28, 2024

Our beloved mother, Ella Jane Cox, passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2024, after a long illness. She was born during the Great Depression on January 14, 1930, in Pomeroyton, Kentucky, to Benjamin and Flora Bell Fletcher Long. She was married to Eyvind Cox in 1946, who preceded her in death in 2009.

Ella lived a full life as...

Adelene Kemplin Easterling

Nov 28, 2024

Adelene Kemplin Easterling, 93, of Jeffersonville, KY, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024, at her home surrounded by loved ones. Adelene was born on February 18, 1931 in Ezel, Kentucky.A dedicated seamstress, she worked for 48 years at Cowden Manufacturing in Mt. Sterling, KY. She was a member of the Little Easter United Baptist Church of Jeffersonville, KY.

Adelene is survived...

Bert Allen Stephens

Nov 25, 2024

Bert Allen Stephens, peacefully passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024, at Baptist Health in Lexington. Born on October 28, 1959, in Mt. Sterling, to the late Louis and Nellie Collins Stephens.

Having spent his career as a meticulous and well-respected employee, Bert had retired from IBM/Lexmark, where he left a lasting impact. However, his passion for golf truly defined him,...

Jerry Lee White

Nov 24, 2024

Jerry Lee White, 43 of Jeffersonville, KY passed away Sunday November 24, 2024, at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington KY. Jerry was born in Montgomery County on December 8, 1980, to the late James and Faye (Smith) White.

He is survived by his wife Cassandra and two children Katie Elizabeth White and Jery Thomas Lee White (JT),...

Joyce Mae Kirk

Nov 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joyce Mae Hunt Kirk, 84, a beloved member of the Mt. Sterling community. Born on May 13, 1940, in Bethel to the late George Hunt and Willie Gilvin McVey. Joyce was a cherished daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend. She peacefully passed away on November 24, 2024, at her residence,...

Barbara Ann Gibbs

Nov 23, 2024

Barbara Ann Gibbs, 79, a beloved member of the Mt. Sterling community, passed away on November 23, 2024, at her home in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. Born on March 6, 1945, in Mt. Sterling, she was a woman of many talents and passions that left a lasting impact on those around her.

Barbara was a devout member of the Christian faith, finding...

David Fox Gatewood

Nov 22, 2024

In loving memory of David Fox Gatewood, 86, a true gentleman of his time, whose journey began on September 21, 1938, to the late Gager and Sarah Bridges Gatewood and ended Friday, November 22, 2024, at the VA Medical Center Leestown in Lexington, Kentucky. His life was a tapestry woven with threads of dedication, courage, and unwavering loyalty. Raised on...

Phyllis Sue Gayhart

Nov 20, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Phyllis Sue Gayhart, 70, born on December 31, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Johnny and Irene Hollon Esteppe. Phyllis peacefully departed on November 20, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington.

Phyllis, affectionately known for her love of animals and culinary talents as a deli clerk at Walmart, will be remembered...

Douglas Darwin Dykes

Nov 16, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas Darwin Dykes, 67, a United States Air Force veteran and a graduate of Wolfe County High School. Born in Mt. Sterling, on March 27, 1957, to the late Denzil Dykes and Loraine Burgett. He died on November 16, 2024, at his residence in Frenchburg, KY.

Douglas was a man...

James "Jim" Wesley Duff, Jr.

Nov 7, 2024

James "Jim" Wesley Duff, Jr. of Mt. Sterling, passed away at the age of 75. Born in Mt. Sterling on September 19, 1949, to the late James Sr. and Doris Adams Duff. Jim was a proud American citizen and a member of the Howard Mill Baptist Church.

With a fervent love for baseball, Jim spent many joyous hours coaching and playing...

Gerald D. Whitaker

Nov 2, 2024

Gerald D. Whitaker, 84, of Mt. Sterling, passed away on November 2, 2024, after a life full of generosity, laughter and hard work.

Gerald was born on August 18, 1940, in Hope, Kentucky to the late Delmas and Aldean (Gibbs) Whitaker. He had 4 siblings who he adored: Margie (Botkin), Edward Whitaker, Wanda (Purvis) and Earl Ray Whitaker. Their family was...

Tommy Cockrell

Oct 27, 2024

With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Tommy Cockrell, 82, a devoted husband, and loyal member of the Rolling Hills Church of Christ. Tommy was born on September 30, 1942, in Mt. Sterling, to the late Frank and Eliza Donaldson Cockrell.

Throughout his life, Tommy was known for his love of high school basketball, particularly cheering on the Montgomery County...

Everett Dyron Cornwell

Oct 24, 2024

In loving memory of Everett Dyron Cornwell, a devoted son, father, and friend, who passed away on October 24, 2024, at the age of 63 in Owingsville, Kentucky. Everett, born on November 3, 1960, in Mt. Sterling, to the late Everett Cornwell and Susan Pitts Parkhurst.

Everett found joy in shooting pool, playing poker with his buddies, throwing horseshoes, and passionately...

Gregory Scott Garland

Oct 24, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gregory Scott Garland, age 63, on October 24, 2024, at his home in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky surrounded by family. Born on November 23, 1960, in Vandalia, Ohio, Greg was the cherished son of Jerry Dean Garland and the late Grace Ryan Garland. 

Greg embraced his roles as a devoted husband,...