Obituaries
Carolyn Jo Bonee
Apr 2, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carolyn Jo Bonee, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, who brought joy and kindness to all those around her. Carolyn, 76, was a cherished member of the Mount Sterling, Kentucky community, born on May 11, 1947, in Hope, Kentucky to her late parents Courtney Lykins, Sr....
Hank Ray Jones
Mar 31, 2024
Hank Ray Jones, of Frenchburg Kentucky, passed away peacefully at the age of 57 on Sunday evening, March 31, 2024 at St. Joseph Mt. Sterling. Born on August 18, 1966, in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, Hank was the beloved son of Farrell Barnes and Thelma Florence Jolly Barrett.Throughout his life, Hank found joy in the simple pleasures - tending to his...
Bessie Watkins
Mar 26, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Bessie Marie Esteppe Watkins, who peacefully transitioned on Tuesday afternoon, March 26, 2024, at the age of 67, at the University of Kentucky, Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Bessie was born on June 17, 1956, in Jeffersonville, Kentucky, to the late Ott and Della Mae Watkins Esteppe.
Bessie...
Joyce Ann Esteppe
Mar 25, 2024
Joyce Ann Esteppe, 69, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, on December 8, 1954, to the late Arthur and Mary Watson Parker. Joyce was a life long resident of Montgomery County and a former employee of AO Smith. Joyce had a passion for...
Willie Miller
Mar 15, 2024
Willie Miller, a man of quiet strength and unwavering dedication, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2024, at his home in Mount Sterling, KY. Born on January 2, 1950, in Berea, KY, to the late Edward Miller and Sadie Thomas Eckles, Willie was a man of simple pleasures and deep-rooted values. With a reserved personality and of the Mormon faith,...
Baby Ridley Abraham Mynheer
Mar 14, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that the Mynheer family announces the passing of their beloved baby boy, Ridley Abraham Mynheer who was born sleeping on March 14, 2024, in Mount Sterling, Kentucky,
Ridley is the cherished son of Tony and Lacy Mynheer of Mt. Sterling and a beloved brother to his siblings Pierce, Malakai, River, Abigail, Angel, Solomon,...
Pauline Butcher
Mar 14, 2024
Pauline Butcher, a cherished member of KEAS Tabernacle CME, passed away on March 14, 2024, at the age of 66, at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester, Kentucky. She was born on March 13, 1958 in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to the late James and Hattie Butcher, Sr.Pauline had a bright and outgoing personality; she was known for always wearing a...
Thomas Ray Butcher
Mar 8, 2024
Tommy Butcher, beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away on March 8, 2024, at the age of 65. He was a simple man who found joy in the beauty of the outdoors and the simple pleasures of life.Born on March 1, 1959, Tommy was raised with a love for nature that would stay with him throughout his life. He...
Derrick Marshall Benton
Mar 8, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Derrick Marshall Benton, a beloved son, partner, stepfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Derrick, born on August 26, 1983, in West Liberty, KY, peacefully departed from this world on March 8, 2024, in Louisville, KY. His warm smile and gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew him.
Derrick was...
Elveree "Ellen" Woosley Estill
Feb 27, 2024
Elveree “ Ellen” Hazel Woosley Estill, 76, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away on February 27, 2024. She was born in Clay City, Kentucky on October 26, 1947, to the late Taulbee Clayton and Bethel Snowden Woosley
Elveree Hazel Estill many new as Ellen but her family new her as Elveree was an amazing woman. She was a cat lover; many would say...
Ruth Ann Francis
Feb 24, 2024
Ruth Ann Turner Francis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on February 24, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital, Lexington, KY at the age of 68. Ruth was born on January 11, 1956, to the late Courtney and Margaret Turner. She dedicated her life to caring for others with compassion and grace.
Throughout her career in the medical industry, Ruth touched...
Mary Barbara Aines
Feb 19, 2024
Mary Barbara Aines, a cherished member of the Wellington community, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on February 14, 1941, in Morehead, Kentucky, to the late John and Mary Gruner Milton. Barbara was a woman of exceptional talent and versatility.
Educated with an Associate's Degree, Barbara pursued a career as a legal assistant at the...
Yvonne Morgan Adkins
Feb 18, 2024
The loving family of Yvonne Morgan Adkins, 67, of Mt. Sterling announces her peaceful passing on February 18, 2024 at St. Joseph Hospital, Lexington, Kentucky. Yvonne was born in Mccomb, Mississippi on February 25, 1956 to the late Jessie and Tressie Morgan.
Yvonne's zest for life was evident in her love for painting, motorcycle rides, and pool games. She found joy...
Linda Terry
Feb 15, 2024
Linda Carol Terry, 73, of Mount Sterling, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2024. Linda was born on July 24, 1950, in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, to her proud parents, Virginia Sutton and the late Robert Goodpaster.
Linda led a life filled with love, laughter, and hard work. In her free time, Linda enjoyed two of her greatest passions - fishing...
Maxine Tipton Sparks
Feb 15, 2024
With heavy hearts but also profound gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Maxine Tipton Sparks, who peacefully departed this world on February 15, 2024. She was born on January 7, 1931, in Ravenna, KY, to the late Clyde, Sr. and Merrell Griggs Tipton.
Maxine was a dedicated member of Howards Mill Baptist Church, where she found comfort...
Ralph Donald Toy
Feb 7, 2024
Ralph Donald Toy, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather passed away peacefully on February 7, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born on January 9, 1938, in Sharpsburg, Kentucky, to the late Clayton and Ann Toy. Ralph lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Ralph will always be remembered as an amazing man and...
Vance Reid Evans, Jr.
Feb 4, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loved Father, LaLa and Graddy, Vance Reid Evans, Jr. Reid was born December 15, 1942, to the late Vance R. Evans, Sr. and Maryann Young Evans. He passed away at his home of fifty-two years on his beloved Deer Park Farm in Mount Sterling, Kentucky at the age of 81.
Reid...
Paul "Steve" Steven Jones
Jan 27, 2024
Paul “Steve” Steven Jones, 68, gained his Heavenly wings on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at University of Kentucky Medical Center, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 3, 1955, in Mt. Sterling to Paul and Eura Estes Jones.
Steve loved to laugh and could put a smile on anyone's face. Steve loved his family greatly and felt there was...
Jimmy Donaldson Williamson
Jan 25, 2024
Jimmy Donaldson Williamson, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully at home on January 25, 2024, at the age of 86. One of nine children, he was born on August 2, 1937, in Huddy, KY, to the late Claude and Minnie Williamson.
Jimmy retired from IBM in 1990. Outside of work, he was an avid golfer and sports fan, following...
Charles "Buckeye Bill" Cline, Jr.
Jan 23, 2024
Charles "Buckeye Bill" Cline, Jr. peacefully passed away on January 23, 2024, at his residence in Mount Sterling, KY. He was born on September 27, 1940, in Dayton, OH, to the late Charles and Wanda Cline. Charles, known to many as Bill, was a loving husband, devoted father, proud veteran, and respected member of his community.
Bill proudly served in the...
