Obituaries
Stanley Woods
May 26, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stanley Woods, who peacefully departed on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at his residence in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. Born on June 4, 1968, in Huntington, West Virginia, Stanley was the son of the late Stanley Woods and Betty Ferrell Harris.
A man of many passions, Stanley found great joy in his...
Linda Faye Pleasant
May 22, 2024
A true native of Montgomery County, Linda found joy in spending time with her cherished family and friends. She was known for her love of television and her deep passion for supporting UK sports. As a dedicated member of the KEAS Tabernacle CME Church, Linda found solace and community.Linda is survived by her brother, Stanley Davis (Mary Ann Butcher); her...
Tommy Dale Beair
May 21, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tommy Dale Beair, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Tommy passed away peacefully on May 21, 2024, at his home in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 12, 1955, in Richland Center, Wisconsin, to the late Hubert and Lilymae Beair, Tommy was...
Linda Louise Reiter
May 17, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Louise Reiter, 78, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. Linda peacefully departed on May 17, 2024, at the age of 78, at Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born on December 23, 1945, in Hamilton, Ohio, Linda was the daughter of the late Alois and Thelma Husser.
Linda dedicated her professional life to...
John Paul Sturgill
May 14, 2024
John Paul Sturgill, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2024, at the age of 90 at St. Joseph East Hospital, Lexington. He was born on August 11, 1933, in Pound, Virginia, to the late Roy and Ruth Bolling Sturgill. John lived a fulfilling life surrounded by his loving family.
A retired machinist from Rockwell...
Brian Burl Lykins II
May 13, 2024
In loving memory of our dear Brian Burl Lykins II, a compassionate soul and beloved son, brother, and friend. He was born on May 17, 1994, in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, to Brian Burl Lykins and Melissa Jackson Hughes. Brian passed away unexpectedly in Louisville, Kentucky on Monday, May 13, at the age of 29.
Brian formerly resided in Jeffersonville and was...
Billie Dean Fogle
May 2, 2024
Billie Dean Fogle, 89, of Mt. Sterling, widow of John Cato Fogle, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024 at the Windsor Care Center.
Mrs. Fogle was born in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, January 10, 1935, to Willie Buford Dause and Evadean Anderson Dause. Billie’s father was a skilled pipe fitter who moved with his family to work in military contracted nuclear facilities throughout...
George Keith McAlpin
Apr 30, 2024
George “Keith” McAlpin of Lexington, KY passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends after a brief illness. The man, the myth, the legend, Keith will be remembered fondly by all that knew him. Whether at the baseball field watching his son, grandsons, or the Cincinnati Reds, at the football stadium watching his UK Wildcats or Cincinnati Bengals, or at...
Alma "Marie" Holley
Apr 26, 2024
Alma "Marie" Holley, passed away on April 26, 2024, at the age of 94. Marie was born on August 31, 1929 to the late Alfred and Ethel Robbins Pitts in Frenchburg. She was a devoted homemaker, known for her passion for collecting and dealing antiques, tending to her bountiful vegetable garden, and her unwavering faith in the Christian religion and...
Donald Walters
Apr 25, 2024
Donald Walters, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on April 25, 2024, at his home in Mount Sterling, Kentucky. Born on August 31, 1943, in Middletown, Ohio, to the late Osa and Bonnie Kimberlin Walters, Donald brought laughter and joy to all who knew him with his outgoing and humorous personality. He was the life...
Delorace Ann Muncie
Apr 24, 2024
Delorace Ann Muncie, 69, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at University of Kentucky Medical Center. She was born on June 3, 1954, in Frenchburg, Kentucky, to the late Walker and Stella Morrison Hudson.A vibrant woman who found joy in the simple things, Delorace was a dedicated homemaker with a passion for cooking and family gatherings....
Angel Lynn Cole
Apr 24, 2024
Angel Lynn Cole, 32, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Angel was born on October 4, 1991, in Morehead Kentucky, to her loving parents Kenneth Cole and Connie Boswell.
Angel was a baptized member of the Mormon Church and was known for her generous spirit. Angel's love language was gift-giving, and she found joy in sharing her passions...
James Allen Bryant
Apr 23, 2024
James Allen Bryant, 36, of Wellington, Kentucky, passed away on April 23, 2024, at University of Louisville Hospital. Born on February 9, 1988, James will be remembered for his love of the outdoors, his devotion to his children, and his passion for spending time with family and friends.James found joy in the simple pleasures of life, whether it was exploring...
Karlin Roberts
Apr 19, 2024
Karlin Maria Roberts, a beloved elementary school teacher, passed away on April 19, 2024, at her residence in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. She was born on August 23, 1943, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Karl and Josephine Piccione Klingler. Karlin was known for her kind and caring nature, always putting her family first. Education was her passion, leading her to...
Robyn Joann Jones Sponcil Clemons
Apr 14, 2024
Robyn Joann Jones Sponcil Clemons, 70, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2024 at University of Kentucky Good Samaritan Hospital. Born in Dayton, Ohio on March 13, 1954, Joann was the daughter of the late James Jones Sr. and Ina Christine Whitley Jones Walker.
Radiant and warm-hearted, Joann found joy in tending to her garden's vibrant blooms,...
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,...
