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OBITS Archives for 2026-01

CONNIE BUIS

 

Connie Gifford Buis, of Liberty, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at her home. She was 73.

 

Born on April 27, 1952, in Lincoln County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Audra Smith Gifford. Connie was a homemaker. She loved flowers, gardening, hummingbirds, cooking, and caring for others.

 

She is survived by a daughter, Tina Mae Buis of Liberty; a son, Larry Jason Buis of Yosemite; a special granddaughter, Jalie Buis; two grandchildren, Hannah Sue Buis and Jason Logan Buis; and a special niece, Tammy Marple.

 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Larry Buis, who she wed in June 1971, passed away on August 29, 2023; a daughter, April Dawn Buis; eight siblings; and a son-in-law, Anthony Buis.

 

Private burial will be held at Rich Hill Cemetery.

 

Memorial contributions may take the form of donations to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home to assist the family with final expenses.

 

PAUL WETHINGTON

 

Paul Ivan Wethington, of Elkhorn, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Taylor County Regional Hospital. He was 81.

 

Born on December 4, 1944, in Casey County, KY, he was the son of the late Charles T. Wethington, Sr. and Effie Hendrickson Wethington. Paul was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church. He was a former bus driver for Jefferson County Public Schools. Paul was a Vietnam Veteran for the U.S. Navy, where he served proudly on the front lines.  

 

He is survived by his loving wife, Tina Wethington; two brothers, Dr. Charles T. (and Judy) Wethington of Lexington, KY and Ben Wethington of Georgetown, IN; a step-daughter-in-law, Brenda Sims; step-granddaughter, Kayla Rose Sims; a step-grandson, Jacob Sims; a step-great-grandson, Alex Sims; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members.

 

In addition to his parents, Paul is preceded in death by two brothers, Vincent Wethington and Stephen Ray Wethington; two sisters, Barbara Morefield and Alice Buckley; and a stepson, Billy Sims.

 

A prayer service will be held at 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, February 1, 2026, with Father George Otuma officiating.

 

Burial will be held privately at St. Bernard Cemetery.

 

Military funeral honors will be conducted by the Casey County Honor Guard.

 

The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. at McKinney Brown Funeral Home.

 

Memorial contributions may take the form of donations In Memory of Paul Wethington to Casey County Honor Guard C/O Danny Clements at 457 Elm Dr. Liberty, Ky 42539.

 

REBIA BROCKMAN

 

Rebia B. Brockman, of Windsor, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at the Casey County Hospital. She was 89.

 

Born October 24, 1936, in Casey County, KY, she was a daughter of the late Oliver Taft Luttrell and Sarah Emma Baldock Luttrell. Rebia was a member of the Cedar Springs Baptist Church. She formerly cleaned houses and worked for Watson Gate Company. Rebia was the matriarch of her family, always keeping everyone together. She helped her late husband work on the family farm.

 

Survivors include her son, Allan Brockman (and Tammie) of Windsor; daughter, Aaron Babinski (and Michael) of Russell Springs; brother, Shinie Luttrell (and Geneva) of Windsor; grandchildren, Joey, Angie, Gwen, Joel, Matt, Anita, Lorne, and Dakota; and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren also survive.

 

Rebia was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kermit Junior Brockman; sons, Herman Lee Eads and twins, Ronald and Donald Luttrell; daughter, Sue Wethington: brothers, Dayton and Neal Luttrell; sisters, Retha Mae Eads, Redia Crew, Loretta Luttrell, and Lois Gore; grandson, Kevin Eads; and granddaughter, Treonna Yvette Wethington.

 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, January 30, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Allen Roberts officiating.

 

Burial will follow in the Birdie Russell Cemetery.

 

Visitation will be on Friday after 11:00AM at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

 

Pallbearers will be Allan Brockman, Lorne Luttrell, Matt and Douglas Brockman, and Joe and Matt Wethington.

 

THELMA ELLIOTT

 

Thelma Louise Mushin Elliott, of Middleburg, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at her home. She was 91.

 

Born on October 30, 1934, in Casey County, KY, she was a daughter of the late Robert Mushin and Velma Montgomery Mushin. Thelma previously attended Middleburg United Methodist Church. She was a former night clerk for The Brown Motel in Liberty and enjoyed her years as a teacher’s aide at Middleburg Elementary. Thelma loved classical music, playing the piano and giving piano lessons at her home to many people.

 

She is survived by two daughters, Pamela (and Dwaine) Thurman of Monticello and Cynthia Elliott of Somerset; a son, David Greene (and the late, Beth) Elliott II of Glendale; two sister’s Bobbie Gail (and Mark) Morgan of Texas and Carolyn (and Jack) Simpson of Georgia; a grandson, David James Elliott of Glendale; and several nieces and nephews.

 

In addition to her parents, Thelma is preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, David “D.G” Elliott; and two sisters, Elaine Johnson and Faye Bastin.

 

Graveside services will be at 11:00AM on Friday, January 30, 2026 at Middleburg Cemetery.

 

Memorial contributions may take the form of donations In Memory of Thelma Elliott to Hospice of Lake Cumberland at 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, KY 42503.

 

BARBARA WEST

 

Barbara West, of Science Hill, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington. She was 71.

 

Born on October 20, 1954, in Pulaski County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late William McKinley Sears and Juanita Meece Sears. She was a member of Skaggs Creek Baptist Church. Barbara was saved at a young age and loved the Lord with all her heart. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, and helping others in need.

 

She is survived by her husband, Bro. Richard West of Science Hill; a son, Scott (and Lorie) West of Science Hill; two grandchildren, Kendall Lee (and Caitlin) Jones and Kolton Joseph Jones; and a brother, Rev. Dalous (and Mary Ann) Sears.

 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a brother, Charles Edward Sears; and a host of other family members.

 

A graveside service will be held at 12:30 P.M. on Friday, January 23, 2026, at White Lily Cemetery, with Bro. Roger Owens officiating.

 

The family will receive friends from 12:00 P.M. to 12:30 P.M. on Friday, January 23, 2026, at White Lily Cemetery.

 

Memorial contributions may take the form of donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

 

TIMOTHY WILSON

 

Timothy “Tim” Doyle Wilson, of Lancaster, formerly of Liberty, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at his residence. He was 62.

 

Born on January 22, 1963, in Casey County, KY he was a son of the late Stanley C. Wilson and Geraldine Doyle Wilson. Timothy was a former sewer plant operator for the City of Liberty. He also previously worked as a driver for Maverick Trucking, was an employee at American Greetings for eight years, and worked for the state road department.

 

He is survived by a son, Jeremy Wilson of Liberty; a brother, Brad Wilson of Frankfort; a sister, Leah (and Morris) Pilcher of Dunnville.

 

In honoring family wishes, cremation has been chosen. 

 

JOHNNY WATSON

 

Johnny Ray Watson, 80, of Statham Road in Casey County passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday January 20th, 2026. Johnny Ray was born April 14th, 1945, in Cincinnati, OH to the late Homer Watson and Matrie Parton.

 

He was united in marriage on September 27th, 1969, to his wife, Kathy (Murphy) Watson who survives. To this union, two children were born, Lisa Watson and Jeremy Watson.

 

Johnny Ray served his country in the U.S. Army from 1967-1969 obtaining the rank of Staff Sergeant Spec 5, spending a great deal of his enlistment in Germany.

 

Johnny Ray was a mason by trade spending many years working with Carmicle Masonry as a bricklayer. His work was impeccable, and he was known as one of the best. He took pride in his work and those who knew him would tell you it showed.

 

Johnny Ray was a man of few words. He was a hard worker, a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was a generous man and was known for helping others in need. He dedicated himself to family and was a fierce protector to anyone who was being mistreated or down on their luck. He was a good friend to many people and even with his quiet nature, if you knew him, you immediately liked him.

 

When his health allowed him to, he loved mowing his yard, “tinkering” on anything with motor and 4 wheels, watching old westerns and spending time outdoors. He had a love and compassion for animals, especially his lap buddies, Bailey and Max. He loved his too-big-for lap buddies, Puppy and Brownie just as much.

 

His fortitude was to be commended as he never complained about anything-even when his pain was at its worst.

 

He will be sorely missed by his family who loved and respected him for his soft-spoken kindness and love.

 

Johnny Ray is survived by his wife, Kathy Watson, also surviving is his daughter, Lisa Watson and son Jeremy Watson, grandchildren surviving are Cierra Woodrum, Sophia Lynn, Preston Lynn, Ayden Watson, Aaliyah Scott and Kalisa Watson, great grandchildren, Kiyomi and Sakia, brothers, Larry Gene Watson and Stanley Watson and sisters, Diane Watson and Sandy Lowe.

 

Johnny Ray is preceded in death by his parents, one grandchild, Jordan Watson and one sister, Shirley Patton.

 

Cremation rites were honored by Bartle Funeral Home.

 

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday January 23rd, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. at the Thomas Ridge Baptist Church with Bro. Herschel Lawhorn officiating.

 

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Bartle Funeral Home.

 

ERNEST WESLEY

 

Ernest Lee Wesley, age 86, of, Liberty, KY, passed away on Sunday January 18th, 2026, at the Liberty Care Center. He was born January 25th, 1939, in Casey County, KY, a son of the late Albert and Viola Byrd Wesley.

 

Ernest was a U.S. Army Veteran, a small engine repair man and a member of Canaan Valley Separate Baptist Church.

 

Survivors include: four daughters: Debbie (Rick) Hogue of Liberty, Terri Edwards of Liberty, Roxanna Hogue of Liberty and Jeanette Wesley of Liberty, thirteen grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, numerous great great grandchildren, one sister: Linda (Gale) Brown of Liberty, one brother: Earl (Lisa) Wesley of Seymour, IN and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.

 

Preceding him in death besides his parents was one great grandson: Greyson Hayes, and six siblings: Charles “Charlie” Wesley, Ruby Hatton, Robert Wesley, John Wesley, Winfred Wesley and Flossie “Sissy” Long.

 

Visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. Wednesday January 21st, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.

 

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 P.M. Wednesday January 21st, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Rick Hogue officiating.

 

Burial will be in the Salyers Cemetery with Military Honors performed by the Casey County Veterans Honor Guard.

 

HOWARD BOLT

 

Howard E. Bolt, age 85, of, Liberty, KY, passed away on Sunday January 11th, 2026, at his residence. He was born December 6th, 1940, in Creston, KY, a son of the late Ellis Bolt and Eva Lee West Bolt Bernard.

 

Howard a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother passed away surrounded by the love of his family. He was a military veteran who served his country with honor and carried those values of duty, integrity, and sacrifice throughout his life.

 

A hard worker and an honest man, he believed in doing what was right and giving his best in everything he did. He was deeply devoted to his family. His legacy of love, service, and honesty will live on through the generations he helped shape.

 

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

 

Survivors include: his spouse: Ruth Carol Lee Bolt, four daughters: Sandra Lynn Bolt Godbey (Kenny) of Waynesburg, Gwendolyn Bolt Marcum (Donnie) of Liberty, Melissa Dale Bolt Warner (the late Junior) of Hustonville and Samantha Lee Bolt Bastin (Jon) of Dunnville, seven grandchildren: Cassie Godbey, Sarah Brown, Breanna Doll, Madison Isaacs, Cydney Cox, Callie Hixson and Haden Bastin, eleven great grandchildren with two more to be added this year, one sister: Marjorie Linkenhoker of Hopewell, IN and one brother: Roger Bolt of Pipe Creek, TX.

 

Preceding him in death besides his parents was two sisters: Shirley Garrett and Fredia Davis and one brother: Chester Bolt.    

 

Visitation will be held 5:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. Wednesday January 14th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.

 

Funeral Services will be held 11:00 A.M. Thursday January 15th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Matthew Isaacs officiating.

 

Burial will be in the Glenwood Cemetery with Military Honors performed by the Casey County Veterans Honor Guard.

 

EDWARD CARMAN, JR.

 

Edward Lawrence Carman Jr., age 58, of, Kings Mountain, KY, passed away on Wednesday January 7th, 2026, at the Casey County Hospital. He was born April 13th, 1967, in Liberty, KY, a son of the late Edward Lawrence Carman and Dorothy Marie Frederick Carman.

 

Edward was a U.S. Army Veteran and a general mechanical maintenance technician.

 

Survivors include: two sons: Ethan Lawrence Carman of Russell Springs and Joseph Luke Carman of Russell Springs, and six siblings: Gail (Charles) Johnson of Campbellsville, Joan Arlene (Colby) Arnold of Lancaster, Steven (Dawn) Carman of Kings Mountain, Barry (Sondra) Carman of Danville, Herbert Carman of Kings Mountain and Jessica (Steve) Benintendi of Cincinnati, OH.

 

Visitation will be held 1:00 P.M. Saturday January 17th, 2026, at Indian Creek Baptist Church.

 

Memorial Services will be held 2:00 P.M. Saturday January 17th, 2026, at Indian Creek Baptist Church. Bro. Doug Wesley officiating.

 

BERTHA SWEENEY

 

Bertha Frances (Wilkinson) Sweeney passed from life on earth into the presence of her Heavenly Father, surrounded by her family at home, on January 19, 2026. Bertha was born April 15, 1938, the ninth child and fifth daughter of Ed and Cora Wilkinson of Indian Creek (Casey County), KY.

 

Bertha was preceded in death by her husband, Garnett (Snake) Sweeney; her parents; and her nine siblings.

 

She is survived by three daughters, George Ann Sweeney, Garnetta Smith (Lawrence), and Tracey Lynn Sweeney; four grandchildren, Jennifer Ann (Sweeney) Brockman, Aaron Garnett Bertram, Jason Paul Smith, and Edward Lawrence Smith (Ashley); three great-grandchildren, Jaxon Lloyd Brockman, Georgialynn Kelley Bertram, and Gideon Lawrence Smith; brother-in-law, Joel Sweeney; adopted niece, Kimberly Pierce Rayborn; and multi-generations of nieces and nephews.

 

Bertha professed faith in Jesus Christ at an early age at Pine Lick Baptist Church in Mt. Salem, KY, where her family worshipped and served for many decades. More recently, she and her husband were members of, and active at, Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Liberty, KY.

 

Bertha was well loved by all who knew her, which is a large number of people, having served as a Kindergarten Aide for over 20 years, retiring at age 78. Bertha was a precocious and very smart child and had she been given the opportunity in her day, would have excelled as a schoolteacher. She was widely known for her gifts of sewing, cooking, baking, and general hospitality toward all she encountered.

 

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, January 23, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Lawrence Smith officiating.

 

Burial will follow in Casey County Memorial Gardens.

 

The family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

 

Pallbearers will be Aaron Garnett Bertram, Jason Paul Smith, Edward Lawrence Smith, Jaxon Lloyd Brockman, Paul Wilkinson, Jr., and Ambers Wilkinson, Jr.

 

Honorary pallbearers will be Joel Sweeney, Kenneth Dewey Patton, and David McKinney.

 

Memorial contributions may take the form of donations In Memory of Bertha Sweeney to Hospice of Lake Cumberland at 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, KY 42503.

 

CAROLYN MURPHY

 

Carolyn Kaye Evans Murphy, of Liberty, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville. She was 70.

 

Born on January 17, 1956, in Casey County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Delmer L. Evans and Mary Spielburger Evans. Carolyn was a retired educator and specifically enjoyed her many years as a head start teacher. She was of the Methodist faith.

 

She is survived by a son, Paul Brent (and Katie) Murphy of Harrodsburg; three sisters, Kernetta (and Greg) Evans of Dunnville, Karen Sue (and Steve) Lynch of Dunnville, and Sherry (and Barry) Mullins of Stanford; three grandchildren, Noah James Murphy, Elijah Brent Murphy, and Isaiah Everett Murphy; her fiancé, Creech Richardson of Liberty; and several nieces and nephews.

 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Reverend Doctor Joey “Doc” Murphy, who passed away on June 9, 2019; and a brother, Larry Evans.

 

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Creech Richardson officiating.

 

Burial will follow in Murphy Cemetery.

 

The family will receive friends from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

 

GENEVA CARMAN

 

Geneva Carman, of Kings Mountain, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Liberty Care and Rehab. She was 98.

 

Born on June 5, 1927, in Casey County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Lucy Roberts Leigh. Geneva was a homemaker and a devoted Christian. She was a member of Grove Ridge Baptist Church for over sixty-five years. She loved quilting. gardening, and canning.

 

She is survived by two sons, Garry E. (and Geanette) Carman and Jimmy (and Sandra) Carman; a daughter, Betty Yeast; grandchildren, Bryan (and Kathy) Carman, Sean (and Christa) Carman, Tracy Griffin, Melissa (and Shawn) Gibson, Jeff (and Lynn) Carman, Rosalind (and Bruce) Pheasant, and Rebecca Stanley; great-grandchildren, Tabby Allen, Katie Amaya, Zach Carman, Garry K. Carman, Scott Carman, Kayla Carman, Brianna Martinez, Jacob Griffin, Chelsea Bryant, Devin Gibson, Dylan Gibson, John Carman, Justin Yeast, Michaela Montgomery, Victoria Miller, Clara Stanley, and Carter Stanley; and great-great-grandchildren, Marlee Allen, Myla Allen, Arlo Amaya, Beau Amaya, Cole Amaya, Paisley Bryant, Landrie Griffin, Kollyns Martinez, Aalyria Hawkins, and Gracie Yeast. Other survivors include several nieces and nephews; and a special sister-in-law, Helen Leigh.

 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Carman; a son, Billy Joe Carman; grandson, Grant Miller; great-grandson, Hunter Miller; and siblings, Carlos Leigh, Ralph Leigh, Fred Leigh, Jr., Mae Phipps, Mabel Irvin, Josephine Phipps, Charles Hines, Bidwell Hines, Clay Leigh, Jeretha Leigh, and Huell Leigh.

 

The funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Grove Ridge Baptist Church with Bro. Kevin Pittman and Bro. Randy Watts officiating.

 

Burial will follow in Grove Ridge Cemetery.

 

The family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Grove Ridge Baptist Church and from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Grove Ridge Baptist Church.

 

Pallbearers will be Devin Gibson, Dylan Gibson, Zachary Carman, Sean Carman, Jacob Griffin, and Justin Yeast.

 

Memorial contributions may take the form of donations In Memory of Geneva Carman to The Gideons International.

 

BERNITA MURPHY

 

Bernita Rochelle Murphy, of Liberty, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Casey County Hospital. She was 87.

 

Born on May 9, 1938, in Taylor County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Roy and Bessie Bowles Rash. Bernita formerly worked as a housekeeper, Childcare Director at Nanny’s Daycare, and in the floral department at Food World. She loved all children, especially babies. She was lovingly known as “Nanny”. Bernita also greatly enjoyed flowers and Christmas time.

 

She is survived by her husband, Marion Ancil Murphy of Liberty; two sons, Mark (and Donna) Murphy of Liberty and Mike (and Angela) Murphy of Somerset; a daughter, Marsha (and Wallace) Payton of Liberty; three sisters, Dwalla Akridge of Campbellsville, Beverly Rodgers of Campbellsville, and Fonda (and Greg) Weintrout of Indiana; a brother, Melvin (and Gina) Rash of Florida; six grandchildren, Becky (and Mark) Hinkle, Natasha (and Brian) McQueary, Jessica (and Pete) McQueary, Demi (and Harvey) Toebbe, Bryley (and Kendall) Murphy, and Grayson Murphy; and thirteen great-grandchildren.

 

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Gum Lick Cemetery with Bro. Steve Martin officiating.

 

Memorial contributions may take the form of donations In Memory of Bernita Murphy to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

 

PAULINE BENNETT

 

Pauline Bennett, of Campbellsville, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Green River Trails in Greensburg, Kentucky. She was 87.

 

Born on August 23, 1938, in Marion County, KY, she was a daughter of the late McKinley and Gertie Mae Garrett Sallee.

 

Pauline was a retired seamstress with Fruit of the Loom. She was a good Christian woman who loved to fish and camp. Pauline loved to yard sale with her husband.

 

She is survived by her husband, Elbert Bennett of Campbellsville; her children, James Bagby (and Brenda) of Mannsville, Rosemary Schuhmann (and Richard) of Campbellsville, Pamela Sue White of Lebanon, Larry Bagby (and Kathy) of Tallow Creek and Thurman Bagby (and Donna) of Liberty; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren also survive.

 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by 12 siblings.

 

The funeral service will be held at 1:00PM on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. David Simpson officiating.

 

Burial will follow in Poplar Springs Cemetery.

 

The family will receive friends from 11:00AM to 1:00PM on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

 

JUDY ALLEN

 

Judy Sneed Allen, of the Walltown community, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family. She was 66.

 

Born June 21, 1959, in Casey County, KY, she was a daughter of the late Elger D. Sneed, Sr. and Mary Frances Godbey Sneed. Judy was a member of the Bluegrass Pike Baptist Church. She enjoyed crafting, quilting, origami, and needlepoint. Judy was a former custodian at Casey County High School.

 

Survivors include her husband, whom she wed on November 29, 1975, Sam Allen: son, Wayne Allen (Jeff Crump); five brothers, Alvie (Alice) Sneed, Raymond (Darlene) Sneed, Dean (Mary K.) Sneed, Gerald (Gloria) Sneed, and Kenneth (Linda) Sneed: two sisters, Brenda Carman, and Ollie Tackett; and a host of nieces and nephews also survive.

 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by four brothers, Elger Sneed, Jr., Edward Sneed, Russell Sneed, Eugene Sneed, and David Sneed; and six sisters, Opal Sneed, Edith Sneed, Elvera Salyers, Edna Atwood, and Ella Fayrene McAninch, and Elizabeth “Betty” Salyers.

 

Funeral services will be held at 1:00PM on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Travis Alltop officiating.

 

Burial will follow in the Whited Cemetery.

 

Visitation will be from 5-8PM on Friday, January 9, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

 

DENNIS TAPSCOTT

 

Dennis J. Tapscott, of Campbellsville, formerly of Columbia, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026, at the Campbellsville Nursing & Rehab Center.  He was 79.

 

He was born January 6, 1946, in Indianapolis, IN to the late Devers and Jeanne Parsons Tapscott.

 

Dennis was Catholic by faith.  He loved listing to rock & roll, especially to ACDC and enjoyed listening to Q104.  Dennis loved old, American made cars.

 

Dennis is survived by his special friends, Jennie Bishop of Campbellsville, Angela Thomason (and Zack) of Green County and Derik Bishop of Campbellsville.

 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister.

 

Burial will take place in the Tapscott Cemetery in Liberty, KY. 

 

Services will be private.

 

DOROTHY COOPER

 

Dorothy Marie Cooper, of Clementsville, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, in Casey County, Kentucky. She was 62.

 

Born on May 20, 1963, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Tommy and Paulita Wethington Cooper. Dorothy was employed by TG Kentucky. She was a member of Christie Chapel Church and she enjoyed reading her Bible. She loved spending time with her family, especially her children and grandchildren.

 

She is survived by two daughters, Amanda Clements-Miller of Clementsville and Victoria (and Nathan) Cox of Knifley; two sons, Andrew (and Jessica) Clements and Donald (and Mandi) Clements, both of Clementsville; seven grandchildren, Kaleb Clements, Kenslee Clements, Addisann Duff, Audra Miller, Preston Miller, Dominic Cox, and Riley Cox; a sister, Wanda (and Jimmy) Wethington; two nieces, Lisa (and Jonathan) Wethington and Cassie (and Ben) Atwood; the father of her children, Kent Clements; and her dogs, Abby and Gizmo.

 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a granddaughter, Brooklyn Clements; a sister, Tiva Jane Cooper; and two infants.

 

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Jeremy Wethington officiating.

 

Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery.

 

The family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

 

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