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Doyle Wade Stearns, 79, of Greensburg, KY died Friday, October 2, 2026 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington. He was born September 9, 1947 in Russell County to the late Thomas Ray and Ada Wade Dunbar Stearns.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Darrell Stearns; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Nellie and George Henry Keltner; and two step-grandchildren: Abigail and Gabrielle Burton.
Doyle was a retired logger and loved singing the gospel of his Lord and Savior to others. Whether he was singing in his home church, Robinson Chapel, or traveling with Living Waters, he loved giving his testimony in song. Besides his family and singing the gospel, he loved coon hunting and fooling around with his little herd of cattle.
He loved being around people and has never met a stranger. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
SURVIVORS:
His wife: Melissa Keltner Stearns
3 children: Glenn Stearns (Sandy), Carla Denton (Larry Rose), Michael Stearns (Sandy)
2 step-children: Karen Darnell (Adam) and Brandy Bryant
3 grandchildren: Whitney Redmon (Blake), Jared Denton (Sara), Lakyn Stearns
7 step-grandchildren: Anthony Burton (Wendy), Halle, Joshua and Zachary Burton, Evan Darnell (Samantha), Kinley Giles (Reece) and Carson Darnell
4 great-grandchildren: Olivia Kate and Luke Wade Denton, Ramsey Kate and Miller Redmon
4 step-great-grandchildren: Bentley, Everleigh and Beckham Burton and Vince Giles
2 sisters-in-law: Cory Stearns and Rhonda Smith (Louis)
A host of other family & friends
Funeral service: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Billy Wilson and Bro. Raymond Atwood officiating
Burial: Robinson Chapel Cemetery
Visitation: After 5:00 P.M. Tuesday
Casket Bearers – Terry Stargel, Blake Redmon, Lucus Stargel. Jared Denton, Adam Darnell, Troy Denton
Honorary – Larry Beard, Jack Heron, Phil Hovious, Rachel Lemons, Yvonne Humphress, Abby Parker, J.W. Houk and Living Waters Bluegrass Gospel Group
Billy R. Burton, 85, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Thursday, October 1, 2026 at his home. He was born September 23, 1941, in Adair County, to the late Ernest and Hattie Corbin Burton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Kimberly Dawn Burton and three brothers, Ernest Burton, Jr., Glen Burton and Donald Burton
Billy was a member of Trinity Church, a retired truck driver, retired from Teamsters, loved working in his apple orchard, was a strong man of faith, who loved God and his family.
Survivors include:
His wife – Carolyn Burton of Columbia
Two sons – Richard Burton (Melissa) of Sonora and Scott Burton of Radcliff
One daughter – Pamela Burton of Columbia
One sister – Carol Jordan of New Albany, Indiana
Three grandchildren – Jared Burton, Mallory Burton and Ashley Rizzo
Three great-grandchildren – Ellie, Ava and Brooks
Funeral service – Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. at Trinity Church with Bro. Steve Pescosolido officiating
Burial in Haven Hill Cemetery
Visitation after 1:00 P.M. Sunday at Trinity Church
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Charles Lewis "George" Robertson, 81, of Louisville, KY (formerly of Russell Springs), the son of the late Lewis and Dorothy Richard Robertson, was born on January 14, 1945 in Russell County, KY. He departed this life on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at the Highlands Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Louisville.
He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith. George enjoyed fishing, hunting, and watching UK basketball and the Cincinnati Reds.
He was preceded in death by his wife of over 48 years, Judy Penick Robertson on December 26, 2021.
SURVIVORS:
6 children & their spouses: Dale & Juanita Oeltjen, and Gwen & Rudy Orduno of Louisville, Carol & Jerry Ray and Laura & Todd Simpson of Greensburg, and Rhonda & Pat Ennis and David & Tabatha Robertson of Edmonton
24 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren & 2 great-great grandchildren
1 sister: Lorene "Tootsie" Barnett of Russell Springs
A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends
Mr. Robertson was also preceded in death by one great-grandson, Jayden Andrew Judd; and three siblings: Phillip Robertson, Pearl Calhoun and Betty Ashbrook.
Funeral Service: Friday, October 2, 2026 at 12:00pmCT at Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg
Burial: Grider Cemetery
Visitation: After 9:00amCT on Friday at the funeral home
Pallbearers: Todd Simpson, Jonathan Meadows, Jeremy Meadows, Hunter Robertson, Anthony Oeltjen and Rudy Orduno
Honorary Pallbearers: Jerry Ray, Pat Ennis, Wayne Ray, Cruz Orduno, Clayton Oeltjen, nieces & nephews
Expressions of sympathy are requested to be made in the form of donations to the American Cancer Society, which can be made at the funeral home.
Arrangements are under the direction of Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg.
Joanne Mayo Rice, 82, of Frankfort, KY died Monday, September 28, 2026. She was born on January 22, 1944 in Rogersville, Tennessee, a daughter of the late Phyllis and Champ D. Mayo.
Joanne grew up in Clarksville, Tennessee where she attended Woodlawn School, then graduated from Clarksville High School in 1962. Her childhood best friend to the end was Molly Lisenbee Cook. She met her husband while attending Austin Peay College. They later married on September 18, 1963. Joanne and Bill were married for 63 years.
After moving to the Murray, Kentucky area, Joanne made dear friends among farming neighbors, at Murray Christian Fellowship, and as a founding member of Christian Community Church. During her early marriage, Joanne focused on raising her four children but later returned to college. Joanne graduated from Murray State University with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work in 1985, followed by a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky in 1993.
Joanne spent a fulfilling career helping and protecting the children, families, and vulnerable adults of Kentucky. She began her social work career with the Department for Social Services first in Daviess County and then Franklin County. Her last and most challenging social work position was as a Custody Evaluator for the Friend of the Court’s Office at the Fayette County Courthouse from 1993-2003.
Joanne’s favorite role in life was Mama and Granny. She always had time for her children and grandkids and always remembered their birthdays and favorite things.
SURVIVORS:
Her husband: William “Bill” N. Rice
4 children: Jennifer Rice Sullivan, Michael Rice, Melyna Rice Fang (of Columbia, KY), and David Rice
9 grandchildren: Caitlin Sullivan, Aidan Sullivan, Jelena Gonzalez, Sean Fang, Katherine Fang, Liam Fang, Morgan Fang, Keira Rice, and Dominique Basilan
1 great-grandson: Henry Fang
1 sister: Wanda Mayo Summerlin
Niece: Erin Avera
Nephew: Jason Summerlin
Great-nieces & nephews
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Julienne Celestine Rice.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in memory of Joanne to the Swallowfield Church of Christ in Frankfort, KY or to Life House Care Center in Murray, KY.
Graveside Memorial Service: Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 2:00pmCT at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West in Hopkinsville, KY.
Clark Legacy Center in Frankfort, KY is in charge of the arrangements. www.ClarkLegacyCenter.com
Melissa Gail Huff, 56, of Columbia, KY died Monday, September 28, 2026 at the U.K. Medical Center in Lexington. She was born December 4, 1969 and was preceded in death by her father, Lemuel “Buck” Robertson.
She attended White’s Chapel Separate Baptist Church and was a homemaker.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her sisters: Kay Robertson and Sandra Shirley
SURVIVORS:
Her mother: Eva Vibbert Robertson of Greensburg
Her husband: Billy Joe Huff of Columbia
1 daughter: Debbie Fowler (Josh) of Hodgenville
2 sons: B.J. Huff (Tasha) and Obra Huff (Emily Melson) all of Columbia
6 grandchildren: Olivia Young (Ethan), Cameron Huff, Wyatt Melson, Jayden Huff, Maverick Fowler and Nora Fowler
Funeral Service: Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Danny Bailey officiating
Burial: Maple Hill Cemetery in Green County
Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Thursday
Casket Bearers: Woody Bennett, Bobby Jr. Vibbert, J.R. Poynter, Josh Fowler, Cameron Huff, Barry Stephens
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Brian R. Marsden, 57, of Columbia, KY died Friday, September 25, 2026 at his residence. He was born July 20, 1969 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Brian and Joelan Campbell Marsden.
Brian had served in the U.S. Navy and was a mechanic, working on motorcycles and race cars.
SURVIVORS:
2 uncles: Galen Campbell (Joyce) of Columbia and Phillip Campbell (Diane) of Chicago, Illinois
The family has chosen cremation and no services will be held.
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements.
Alicia Fay Absher, 46, of Dunnville, KY passed away on September 24, 2026, at her residence. She was born on June 20, 1980, in Harrodsburg, Kentucky to Roy and Patricia White Hartman of Hustonville, KY who survives.
Alicia will be remembered for the joy she found in the simple and meaningful parts of life. She enjoyed crafting, fishing, hunting, and cooking, and she treasured spending time with her family and friends, especially being "Ma" to her grandchildren. Those who knew her will remember a woman who embraced the people and pastimes she loved, creating memories through shared meals, time outdoors, and the warmth of her companionship.
Her life was marked by the relationships she nurtured and the happiness she found in being with those closest to her. Whether she was engaged in one of her favorite hobbies or gathered with family and friends, Alicia brought care and presence to the moments that mattered most.
SURVIVORS:
Her parents: Roy and Patricia White Hartman of Hustonville, KY
Her husband: David Absher of Dunnville, KY
2 children: Andrew Kidd (Madison) and Abigail Kidd (Dakota Coffman), both of Liberty, KY
4 grandchildren: Keegan Kidd, Kimber Kidd, Oaklynn Coffman, and Karl Kidd
3 sisters: Gina Johnson (Billy), Michelle Kidd, and Tabitha Coffman
Sister-in-law: Sharlene Roy (Cecil)
Several nieces & nephews
Funeral Service: Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 2:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in Columbia, KY
Burial: Salem Cemetery in Casey County
Visitation: Sunday after 9:00amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home
Pallbearers: Billy Johnson, Andrew Kidd, Dakota Coffman, Cecil Roy, Hayden Johnson, Harley Sims and Keegan Kidd
Misty Lee Conover, 38, of Russell Springs, KY passed away at her home on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. She was born June 6, 1987 in Taylor County, KY to Tommy Conover of Russell Springs and the late Joyce Kimbler Conover.
In addition to her mother, she was proceeded in death by several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Misty attended Liberty Baptist Church and West 80 Church of God. She loved taking walks, going to church, spending time with family and friends, and her dog, Snowball.
SURVIVORS:
Her father: Tommy Conover of Russell Springs
1 brother: David Adams (Katie) of Elizabethtown
1 sister: Tamera Conover of Russell Springs
1 niece: Ellie Adams
1 nephew: Wesley Roberts
6 aunts: Linda York, Lois Asberry, Joyce Asberry, Ethel Brown, Jewel Stephenson and Shelia Murphy
4 uncles: Ricky Kimbler, Jeff Kimbler, Johnny Melson, and Donnie Kimbler
Special friend: Andy Lawhorn
Funeral Service: Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in Columbia, KY with Bro. Gene Sneed officiating
Burial: Freedom Cemetery
Visitation: After 11 A.M. on Sunday
Casket Bearers: Larry Roberts, David Adams, Wesley Roberts, Damon Honaker, and Ricky Kimbler
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
John Fred Kesot, 74, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026 from injuries sustained in an auto accident. He was born on May 30, 1952 in Chicago, IL to the late Elmer and Arlene Sutter Kesot.
He was also preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Kesot.
SURVIVORS:
His wife: Mary Worrell Kesot of Russell Springs, KY
2 children: John L. Kesot and Darlene Kesot both of Chicago, IL
2 sisters: Donna and Ellen Kesot
In honoring Mr. Kesot’s wishes, the family chose cremation and a memorial service will be held later.
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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