Jonathan Travis Thomas age 48, of Liberty, KY, passed away on Monday October 28th, 2024, at his residence.

He was born in Liberty, KY on June 29th, 1976, to Donna Evans Denson and the (the late Garland Denson) and the late Merl Thomas.

Jonathan was a team leader for Honeywell.

Additional Survivors include: his spouse: Christy Watson Thomas, two daughters: McKenzie Pittman of Liberty and Kelsey Pittman and (Levi) of Stanford, one son: Blake Thomas of Liberty, six grandchildren: Sophia, Alayna, Jefferi, Kyndall, Raylyn and Malcolm, one brother: Brett and (April) Denson of Waddy, KY, and five sisters: Lisa Denson of N.C., Shannon and (David) Reid of N.C. Jenny and (Brian) Dangelmaier of Liberty, Rachel Thomas of Liberty and Sarah and (James) Moore of CA.

Visitation will be held 2:30 P.M. till 9:00 P.M. Thursday October 31st, 2024, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.  

Funeral Services will be held 2:00 P.M. Friday November 1st, 2024, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Gary Vest and Bro. Kyle Weddle officiating.

Burial will be in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Troy Cochran, Mike Rodgers, Joey Wethington, Brian Dangelmaier, Nathanael Blevins and Jeff Murphy. Honorary Pallbearers will be Kelsey Pittman, McKenzie Pittman, Blake Thomas, Luke Wethington, Levi Elmore and Andrew Buck.

Maurine Godbey Means, of Hurricane Ridge in Casey County, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at her home. She was 92.

Born on January 6, 1932, in Casey County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Virgil and Sylvia Pittman Godbey. Maurine was formerly a custodian at the Casey County courthouse and also farmed. She was a member of Rich Hill Christian Church. She loved music, dancing, writing songs and poetry, and gardening. She also enjoyed a good cup of coffee, front porch sitting, and spending time with all her family.

She is survived by a son, Roger (Beverly) Means of Yosemite; a daughter, Kathy Hatter of Hurricane Ridge; thirteen grandchildren; and twenty-six great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Julius Leroy Means, who passed away on August 19, 1989; five sons, Lloyd Means, Robin Means, Ronnie Means, Garry Means; and Robert Means; two daughters, Debbie Rose Means and Mary Means; and four brothers, Doc Godbey, Virtreas Godbey, Verlis Godbey, and Eugene Godbey.

The funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Johnny Maupin officiating.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Arrangements for Mrs. Maurine Godbey Means are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Mark Anthony Cravens, of San Antonio, TX, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, in Texas. He was 59.

Born July 16, 1965, in Pulaski County, KY, he was the son of Harold Cravens and the late Mildred Mae Wilson Cravens. Mark was a 1983 graduate of Casey County High School. Four years later, he fulfilled his lifelong dream of serving in the Army by commissioning upon graduation from Western Kentucky University. He served for 22 years and 23 days and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel.  

During his military career he was deployed to South Korea, Panama and Iraq (twice).  He was awarded many awards and commendations for his service, including the Bronze Star.  After his retirement, he continued to work for the Army as an Operations Specialist for IMCOM at Ft. Sam Houston in San Antonio.

Mark is survived by his father, Harold Cravens of Casey County; three children, Mark (and Asia) Cravens, Jr., Allison Cravens, and Matthew Cravens; and a sister, Patricia (and Charles) Nunmaker; as well as many other family members. He will be sorely missed by many additional friends and co-workers.

A memorial service will be held in San Antonio, TX on November 25, 2024. Memorial services and military honors will be held in Kentucky. More details will be available soon.

Arrangements under the care and direction of McKinney-Brown Funeral Home in Liberty, Kentucky. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Shawn Micheal Rodgers age 33, of Liberty, KY, passed away on Wednesday October 23rd, 2024, at the Casey County Hospital.

He was born in Cincinnati, OH on June 16th, 1991, to Tuesday Elliott Cromer of Cincinnati, OH and the late Dennis Rodgers.

Shawn was an employee of Tarter Gate Shop.

Additional Survivors include: fiancé: Cassandra Vaughan, four children: Margo Lorraine Rodgers, Luna Marie Rodgers, Maeve Lea Rodgers all of Liberty and Aulani Malaya Vaughan, seven siblings: Mason Rodgers of Liberty, Taylor Cromer, Marissa Purvis, Kristin Purvis and Jacklyn Rodgers all of Cincinnati, OH, Landon Nelson and Logan Nelson both of Sardina, OH, grandparents: Dennis and (Brenda) Rodgers of Port Charlotte, FL, Carly Taphorn and Mark and (Patty) Elliott all of Cincinnati, OH.

Preceding him in death besides his father was on sister: Sadie Rodgers and his grandmother: Susan Rodgers.

Visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday November 9th, 2024, at Chestnut Grove Baptist Church.

Memorial Service will be held 12:00 Noon Saturday November 9th, 2024, at Chestnut Grove Baptist Church. Bro. Dwight Coffman officiating.

Carolyn Faye Ware Goforth, of Calvary Ridge Road in Yosemite, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the UK Hospital in Lexington. She was 65.

Born July 10, 1959, in Casey County, KY, she was a daughter of the late Raphael and Joyce Patton Ware. Carolyn was a homemaker. She was a member of the Valley Oak Baptist Church. Carolyn enjoyed yard sales, auctions, collecting antiques, and spending time with her family at family get togethers.

Survivors include her two children, Joshua Goforth and Leah Goforth; sisters, Donna (and Jimmy) Winebrink and Deborah Ware; three grandchildren, Micaela Goodman, Landon Pendleton, and Alora Beth Muller; and countless nieces, nephews, and other family members also survive.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Ronnie Ware; and sister, Diana Parton.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, October 26, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Patton officiating.

Visitation will be held from 12:00PM until time of services on Saturday.

Memorial contributions are suggested to help the family offset funeral expenses.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. Online guestbook available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Ollie James “O.J.” Shouse, of Liberty, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024, at his home. He was 73.

He was born January 27, 1951, in Jackson, KY to the late Nathan and Stella Mae Terry Shouse.

O.J. was a D.J. and worked for Liberty Radio, several years ago.  Later, he attended auctioneering school in Florida and became an auctioneer. He enjoyed going to different auctions and loved raising dogs.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Boyd, Roy, Ray and Donnie Wayne Shouse; and a nephew, Larry Shouse.

OJ is survived by his brother, William “Bill” Shouse (and Donna) of Indianapolis, IN; his sister, Mary Ann Benningfield of Campbellsville; his nieces and nephews, Stephen, Patty, Todd, Lester, Lisa, Dan, Steven and Debbie.

Graveside services will be private.

In memory of O.J., memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

Arrangements for Mr. Ollie James “O.J.” Shouse have been entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.  An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com

Russell “Rusty” L. Emerson, of Liberty, passed away Monday, October 21, 2024, at the Casey County Hospital.  He was 49.

Rusty was born May 20, 1975, in Beech Grove, IN to Patricia Carol Atwood Emerson and the late Russell Emerson, Jr.

He worked in manufacturing. Rusty loved spending time with his children.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved baseball and was huge fan of the Indianapolis Colts and Michael Jordan.

He is preceded in death by his father, Russell Emerson, Jr.

Rusty is survived by his wife, Brittany Gray Emerson, whom he wed on March 5, 2005, of Liberty; his sons, Trenton Emerson, Ian Emerson and Trey Emerson, all of Liberty; his daughter, Alexis Emerson of Liberty; his mother, Patricia Carol Atwood Emerson of Liberty; his brothers, David Wethington of Liberty and John Wethington (and Crystal) of Indianapolis, IN; his sisters, Reda Randolph (and Phillip), Susan Wilson (and Terry) and Lisa Hoover (and Joey), all of Liberty; his mother and father-in-law, J.R. and Denise Sheene of Liberty; he is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

Funeral services will be 3:00 PM, Friday, October 25, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Rick Hogue officiating.

Family may receive friends from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home to assist the family in helping offset funeral expenses.

Arrangements for Russell “Rusty” L. Emerson have been entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Rhonda Kay Smither, of Liberty, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024, at the Casey County Hospital.  She was 54.

She was born September 18, 1970, in Ohio to the late William Earl and Mary Lee Long Wilson.

Rhonda was a homemaker. She loved her grandbabies, enjoyed her tv shows and shopping on Temu.  Some of her other favorite activities were playing Mario Golf & Kart and playing Spades & Euchre.

Rhonda is survived by her husband, Benjie Smither of Liberty; her sons, Austin Smither of Liberty and Patrick Greene (and Melissa) of Richmond; her daughter, Tasha Smither of Campbellsville; her brothers, Greg Wilson (and Jennifer) of Liberty and Brandon Wilson (and Mindy) of Russell Springs; her sisters, Tammy Porter (and Paul) of Liberty, Melody Smith (and Tony) of Liberty, Christy Sweet (and Jeff) of Moreland, Amanda Hatter of Liberty, Susan Phillippe (and David) of Eli, Angie Meeks (and Ramie) of Liberty, Sara Gosser of Liberty and Trisha Smither of Columbia; her seven grandchildren, Kaylix, Brylee Kay, Cheyanne, Jaylin, Kaydin, Luke and Jayden.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Don Clark officiating.

Burial will follow in Hilltop Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Austin Smither, Patrick Greene, Joe Smither, Greg Wilson, Brandon Wilson and Lee Meeks.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Arrangements for Rhonda Smither are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.  An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Anna Louise Lee, of Liberty, passed from this life to her heavenly home on Thursday, October 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was 78.

Louise was born at home in Liberty, KY on September 27, 1946, to Delbert Richard Lee and Betty Smith Bradley. She was raised in Liberty by her grandparents Noble and Della Lee. Through the years, she hosted and cooked for many family holiday meals. She opened her home to family, friends, and the broken and hurting. She loved to read, sing, and write. Louise was known to randomly burst out an old church hymn.

She was the beloved mother to 10 children, Ricky (Debbie) Hogue, Sherrie Delong, Anthony (Ann) Hogue, Andrea (David) Neal, Alan Hogue, Melissa Hogue, Nikki (David) Lynn, Amanda (Steven) Kidd, Michael (Neina) Hogue, and Kari Hogue. Louise also had many wonderful grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sister, Della Lee Jeffries.

Louise was preceded in death by a brother, Rick Lee and his wife Robin; her 3 children, Nikki, Anthony, and Michael; and 2 grandchildren, David Hogue and Greyson Hayes.

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. Online guestbook available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Curtis Leon Patten, of Liberty, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at the University of Kentucky Hospital. He was 58.

Born on April 25, 1966, in Casey County, Kentucky, he was a son of Curtis Lloyd Patten and the late Dollie Carter Patten.

Curtis Leon was a United States Army veteran. He enjoyed reading and watching football. He was a fan of the Dallas Cowboys. 

In addition to his father, he is survived by a brother, Kevin Patten of Liberty.

The funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, October 18, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Patton officiating.

Burial will follow in Cold Spring Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the Casey County Veterans Honor Guard.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Arrangements for Mr. Curtis Leon Patten are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Garry Lee Means, of Liberty, passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.  He was 74.

He was born December 11, 1949, in Casey County, KY, a son of Maurine Godbey Means and the late Julius Means. Garry was in construction, worked as an electrician and was a “Jack” of all trades.

In addition to his father, Garry was preceded in death by his wife, Faye Buis Means; his brothers, Lloyd, Robin and Ronnie Means; and his sister, Debbie Rose.

He is survived by his sons, Garry Means, Jr. of the Philippines, Garry Means (and Lisa) and Shawn Means (and Melinda) both of Liberty; his grandchildren, Alyssa, Tiffani, Chloe, Chase and Hannah; his mother, Maurine Godbey Means of Liberty; his brother, Roger Means (and Beverly) of Yosemite; his sister, Kathy Hatter of Waynesburg.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM Saturday, October 12, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Kevin Pittman officiating. 

Burial will follow in Rich Hill Cemetery.

Visitation will be 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Saturday, October 12, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Arrangements for Mr. Garry Lee Means are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.  An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com

Carrie Sue Roy Powell, of Liberty, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at her home. She was 60.

Born on January 8, 1964, in Indianapolis, Indiana, she was a daughter of the late Wilbur Ray Roy and Rhea Sue Miller. Carrie was formerly a cashier.

She is survived by two sons, Dustin Powell and Logan Powell, both of Liberty; two brothers, David Roy of Russell Springs and Chris Roy of West Chester, Ohio; aunts and uncles, Arlis and Shelly Miller and Mary and Steve Gossett; two grandchildren, Brody and Liam; and several cousins and friends.

There will be no services at this time.

Arrangements for Ms. Carrie Powell are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

David Allan Lawson, of Liberty, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at his home. He was 81.

Born on May 24, 1943, in Casey County, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Lewis and Erma Bernard Lawson. David loved country music and played at several venues in his younger days, even having recorded his own 45 record. Later in life, he played music with his brothers in a group he called the Three D’s. David also enjoyed comedy and usually had a humorous story to tell.

He is survived by a brother, Donald (and Veola) Lawson of Liberty. 

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, Lewis Dale Lawson; and three sisters, Bernice, Joan, and Irene.

No services will be held at this time. 

Arrangements for Mr. David Lawson are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Novalee Faith Rodgers was born into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Ephriam McDowell Regional Medical Center.

She was the daughter of Jessica LeeAnn Rodgers of Liberty. Novalee is survived by brothers, James Pittman and Matthew Pittman; maternal grandparents, Dean and Martha Rodgers of Liberty; paternal grandparents, Kim (and Rodney) Luttrell of Liberty; and maternal great-grandparents, Noel and Vicki Rodgers, and JR Pemberton; great uncles and great aunts, Ricky Rodgers, Stevie Rodgers, Richie Rodgers, Richard Croft, Dean Croft, Cathy Sherrell, Sondra Rodgers, and Raechelle Luttrell.

She is preceded in death by paternal grandfather, Jimmy James Pittman; and maternal great-grandmother, Sue Rodgers.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Old Independent Baptist Church at 1595 Contown Rd. Liberty, KY 42539, with Bro. Ricky Rodgers officiating.

Burial will follow in Oak Grove Contown Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00 A.M. on Thursday at the church.

Arrangements for Novalee Faith Rodgers are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Carla Kay Passmore Short, of Liberty, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville. She was 48.

She was born October 31,1975, in Casey County, to the late Carl and Lillian Kay Poff Passmore.

She was a dedicated CNA, known and well-loved by many.

Carla was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed gardening and loved her dogs.

Carla is survived by her daughters, Breana Murphy (and Jacob) and Timia Short, both of Liberty; her fiancé, Teddy Strong of Liberty; her brother, Phillip Passmore (and Jill) of Yosemite; one grandson, Brentley Holt; her niece, Grace Walls (and Steven); and her nephew, Bradley Passmore.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home, with Bro. Marty Shackelford officiating. 

Burial will follow in the Glenwood Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Jacob Murphy, Phillip Passmore, Landon Oakley, Jeff Martin, Allen Michael Poff and Teddy Strong.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Arrangements are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Leslie Leroy Coy, 67, of Fortville, passed away, Monday, September 30, 2024, in Fortville.

He was born May 14, 1957, in Liberty, Kentucky, the son of Wayne Leroy and Christine (Eads) Coy.

Leslie is survived by his daughter, Patricia Harker of Waldron; son, Ryan Coy and wife, Amber, of Greensburg; brother, Larry “Bo” Coy and wife, Lola Marie, of Liberty; grandchildren, Gavin Harker, Gaige Harker, Joycalynn Baker, Carson Coy and Brayden Coy; and several nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.

Leslie formerly worked at C&G Potts Foundry, International Harvester, and Laid Law. He enjoyed going on motorcycle rides and setting outdoors socializing with friends and family.  Leslie was a car enthusiast and enjoyed customization of his vehicles.  He also enjoyed night fishing with his brother and working in his yard.

Leslie attended numerous churches throughout the years.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 pm, Monday, October 7, 2024, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Carmony-Ewing Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, there will be visitation from Noon to 2 pm, at McKinney Brown Funeral Home, 752 Campbellsville St., in Liberty, Kentucky, the funeral services will follow at 2 pm with Bro. Matt Pendleton officiating.

Interment will be at Whited Cemetery in Liberty.

Memorial contributions may be made to the MHP Foundation, 2451 Intelliplex Dr., Shelbyville, Indiana 46176.

Terry Woods age 71, of Hustonville, KY, passed away on Friday October 4th, 2024, at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center.

He was born in Cincinnati, OH on November 12th, 1952, to the late Willie D. and Eva Taylor Woods.

Terry was a retired truck driver.

Survivors include: fiancé: Tracy Hall, two daughters: Chris and (Damarco) Richardson of Campbellsville, Melissa and (Darrell) Woods of Liberty, one son: Dennis T. Woods Jr of Campbellsville, special daughter: Jennifer Brockman, seven grandchildren: Autumn, Mariah, Jake, River, Evie, Jaxon and Lilly, five great grandchildren: Aspynn, Bransen, Annie, Ava Jo and Ada, one brother: Jerry Woods of Naples, FL and one sister: Norma Baker of Cincinnati, OH.

Preceding him in death besides his parents was five brothers: Eddie, Jack, Dickie, Roger and Larry Woods.

Visitation will be held 6:00 P.M. till 9:00 P.M. Monday October 7th, 2024, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.  

Funeral Services will be held 11:00 A.M. Tuesday October 8th, 2024, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Adam Cain officiating.

Burial will be in the Grove Ridge Cemetery.

Patricia Mae Sinclair age 63, of Danville, KY, passed away on Thursday October 3rd, 2024, at the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center.

She was born in Danville, KY on January 10th, 1961, to Violet Wheeler Smith and (the late Cecil “Chuck” Smith) and the late Jimmie Austin.

Patricia was a member of Blue Lick Baptist Church.

Additional Survivors include: her spouse: Thomas L. Sinclair, special sister: Peggy Morrison of Harrodsburg, aunts: Roxie and (Eddie) Rice of Middleburg, and Naomi and (Kenny) Goodman of Liberty and several cousins.

Visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday October 7th, 2024, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.  

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 P.M. Monday October 7th, 2024, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Chris Huff officiating.

Burial will be in the Tapscott Cemetery.

Marilyn Derringer, of Liberty, was scooped up by her Lord and Savior at the age of 68 and now watches over her grateful family.

Born on January 15, 1956, in Taylor County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late William E. and Myrtle Wethington.

Marilyn was the most kind and loving mom, wife, sister, aunt, and friend that anyone could possibly ask for. She always thought of others before she thought of herself. She loved without limits or conditions and was always ready to listen and laugh with her loved ones. Marilyn enjoyed the small pleasures in life such as quilting, watching spooky movies, ‘frogging’ ornery son-in-laws, being the best Tetris player (despite all Jessee’s best efforts,) and beating the pants off everyone at Spade Rummy. While the world is a little bit darker with her passing, the love and joy that she gave her family will last forevermore.

She is survived by three sons, Rodney (Jillian Morrow) Derringer of West Chester, Ohio, Jessee (Amanda Lewis) Derringer of Berea, and Tyler (Holly) Wethington of Campbellsville; two daughters, Kimberly (Christopher) Denson and Wendy (Derek) Brown, both of Liberty; two grandchildren, Ethan Sellers and Keira Denson; six honorary grandchildren; two brothers, William “Bimbo” (Kathy) Wethington of Middleburg and Jimmy (Marsha) Wethington of Clementsville; and two sisters, Emma (Gary) Wethington and Carolyn Rae (Odell) Coleman-Vittitoe, both of Clementsville.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Wethington.

The funeral mass will be held at 5:00 P.M. on Friday, October 4, 2024, at St. Bernard Catholic Church with Deacon Joe Dant officiating.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 P.M. to 4:30 P.M. on Friday, October 4, 2024, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Arrangements for Ms. Marilyn Derringer are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.