Obituaries
Ella "MaMaw" Frances Peters Terry
Sep 7, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ella “MaMaw” Frances Peters Terry, 87, a beloved member of the community, who departed from this world on September 7, 2024. Born on October 8, 1936, to the late Taylor and Edna Moore Peters in Booneville. Ella was a cherished daughter, devoted mother, and a treasured friend. She lived...
Lida Ray Williams Routt
Sep 5, 2024
On the serene afternoon of September 5, 2024, in Mt. Sterling, Lida Ray Williams Routt passed away peacefully at the age of 91. Born on January 7, 1933, in Mt. Sterling to the late Raymond “Toad” and Sarah Ledford Williams. Lida was a cherished soul within her community. Growing up in Bath County and later residing in Troy, Ohio for...
Noah Daniel Dixon
Aug 24, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Noah Daniel Dixon, a beloved father, brother, son, and friend. His presence was a beacon of kindness and willingness to help others that will forever be missed. Noah, born on April 1, 1988, in Whitesburg, KY, lived a life full of love and laughter. His unexpected departure, on August 24, 2024, leaves...
Joyce E. Miller
Aug 23, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joyce E. Miller, 80, of Mt. Sterling, she was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on October 20, 1943, to the late Wilbur (Bill) E. Latimer and Christine Katherine Wright Latimer. Joyce embraced life with grace and kindness. On August 23, 2024, she departed this world in peaceful repose at St....
Gary Bowling
Aug 23, 2024
In loving memory of Gary Bowling, a devoted father, grandfather, and brother, who passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 9, 1949, in Kentucky to the late Eli and Reba Bowling. Gary, spent his life in Mount Sterling, where he worked diligently as a carpenter in the construction industry.
Gary will...
Lena "Cricket" Ethel Stewart Henderson
Aug 14, 2024
Lena “Cricket” Ethel Stewart Henderson peacefully transitioned from this earthly life on Wednesday afternoon, August 14, 2024, at her residence in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Bath County on January 21, 1940, Lena was the daughter of the late Clemmie Morton Stewart and Georgia Alberta Heaston Stewart.
Affectionately known as "Cricket" to those who knew and...
Carla Jo Kennedy
Aug 6, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carla Jo Kennedy, born on October 24, 1958, in Washington DC. Carla peacefully departed on August 6, 2024, at St. Joseph Mount Sterling, at the age of 65. Carla was the beloved daughter of the late Robert Garrett and Mary Bennett Fisher.
Carla was a devoted caretaker in the health...
Donald Lee Branham
Aug 5, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donald Lee Branham, a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather. Born on June 18, 1941, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Les and Helen Clay Wills Branham, Donald, peacefully departed this world on August 5, 2024, at his residence in Mount Sterling, Kentucky.
Donald was a dedicated surface coal miner in Morgan County,...
Bobby Dale Stevens
Aug 4, 2024
Bobby Dale Stevens, 61, of McKee, Kentucky, transitioned from this world on August 4, 2024, surrounded by his family at the Hospice Care Plus, Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky. Born in London, Kentucky, Bobby was the son of the late Robert Lee Stevens and Chester Jane Stevens. He found love and companionship with Sandra G. Webb, whom he married...
Dr. John Hadden Eubank DVM
Jul 26, 2024
Dr. John Hadden Eubank DVM, 72, a beloved veterinarian known for his boundless compassion and dedication to caring for animals, passed away on July 26, 2024, in Mount Sterling. Born on August 6, 1951, he lived a life marked by kindness and selflessness. Dr. Eubank, a proud graduate of Mt. Sterling High School, demonstrated his commitment to education by earning...
Anthony "Tony" Tyler Lambert
Jul 24, 2024
Anthony “Tony” Tyler Lambert, 57, born on September 15, 1966, in Morehead to the late Anthony E. Lambert and Paulette M. Jamison, passed away on July 24, 2024, at his residence in Mount Sterling. Tony, a talented electrician, also known for his passion for sports, particularly golf, Nascar, and University of Kentucky basketball and football, and a proud fan of...
Douglas Ray Ward
Jul 17, 2024
Douglas Ray Ward, of Owingsville, KY, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2024, at the age of 80. Born in Troy, OH on February 3, 1944, he was the son of the late Merlin Ray and Edwina Schaefer Ward.
Doug was a man of many interests, he found joy in playing golf, watching and playing baseball in his youth, restoring old...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Mullins Gibson
Jul 13, 2024
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Jacqueline "Jackie" Mullins Gibson, who peacefully left us on July 13, 2024, at the age of 59. Jacqueline was born on April 26, 1965, in Round Lake, Illinois to the late Haroldeen, Sr., and Evelyn Hirserman Mullins.
Jacqueline found joy in the simple things in life; she adored old television shows and enjoyed...
William Douglas Fuller
Jul 9, 2024
Surrounded by family, William Douglas Fuller, 64, of Winchester, made his great escape July 9, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. William was born April 16, 1960 in Opelika, AL to James and Andrea Ritchie Fuller, and blessed by a good farm raising in Lexington, KY with his Aunt Glenna and Uncle Jake Graves and family. He was a...
Lloyd "Moon" Gay Rawlings Cassidy
Jul 1, 2024
Lloyd "Moon" Gay Rawlings Cassidy, 87, husband of 61 years to Linda Hunt Cassidy died Monday, July 1, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on October 6, 1936, to the late Ewell and Edna Rawlings Cassidy in Bethel, KY.
Lloyd was a member of Gateway Christian Church, a graduate of Montgomery County High School and Eastern...
Debbie Renee Donithan Cole
Jun 25, 2024
Deborah "Debbie" Renee Donithan Cole, 53, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024, will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by her loved ones as they gather to honor her life and legacy. Born to Donnie Donithan and Rosalie Walters in Mount Sterling, Kentucky on January 22, 1971, she dedicated her life to caring for others within the church community where...
Violet Faye Elliott
Jun 22, 2024
Violet Faye Martin Elliott, 81, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024. She was born in Mount Sterling KY on May 24th, 1943, to the late Ed and Elsie Martin. A longtime member of Eastland Church of God, Violet was a strong, faithful Christian. She helped lead many to Christ by sharing His love and message.
There isn’t a flower, plant, bush,...
James Ronald Hays
Jun 19, 2024
Mr. James Ronald Hays, a beloved member of the Frenchburg community, passed away on June 19, 2024 surrounded by his family, in his hometown where he was born on September 17, 1942. He was a man of many passions and talents that left a lasting impact on those around him.
Born and raised in Frenchburg, Mr. Hays found joy in the...
Joseph Castrorao, Jr.
May 27, 2024
Joseph Castrorao, Jr., 67, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on Monday morning, May 27, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on February 11, 1957, in Brooklyn, New York, Joseph was the son of the late Joseph and Josephine Dellaperuto Castrorao, Sr.Joseph was a man who found joy in the thrills of gambling, casinos, and horse...
Shirley Joyce Watson
May 27, 2024
Shirley Joyce Dennard Watson "Mama Shirley", of Lehigh Acres, Florida, passed away on May 27, 2024 in Mt. Sterling, KY. She was born September 19, 1925 in Newark, NJ and was the daughter of Mathew Dennard and Tressa Fluker, and descendant of Powell Walker. Shirley attended public schools in Tampa, FL. In 1941, at the age of 16, she graduated...
