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Carol Ann Burchett, 77, of Jamestown, KY passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at the home of her daughter. She was born on February 24, 1949 in Jamestown, a daughter of the late Ada Mae Redmon Mann and Joseph Leroy Mann.
She was a retired cook in the Russell County School System and attended the Greater Hope Church in Russell Springs.
SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Glenna Gosser (Troy) of Russell Springs, KY
1 sister: Lynda Beard of Columbia, KY
1 brother: Rickie Mann (Nona) of Jamestown, KY
1 grandchild: Jennifer Cerrato (Shawn)
2 great-grandchildren: Brianna Cardwell (Cameron) and Braydon Cerrato
Special friend: Billy Wright
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Glen "Slab" Burchett; a daughter, Sherry Burchett; a brother, Jimmy Moran; and a brother-in-law, J.R. Beard.
Funeral Service: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 2:00pmCT at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY
Visitation: After 10 AM Tuesday at Wilson Funeral Home
Interment: Rexroat Cemetery, Jamestown, KY
Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Norvelia Kay Barrett, 69, of Campbellsville, KY, the daughter of the late Delphus Barrett and Cora (McQueary) Shepherd, was born January 5, 1957 in Adair County, KY and departed this life on Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Lexington at the UK Hospital.
She was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith. Kay enjoyed fishing, camping, being outdoors and a mechanic, but most of all, spending time with her family and friends.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters: Stela Grider, Gail Murphy and Cathy Barrett.
SURVIVORS:
Her spouse: Dorothy Gay of Campbellsville
5 children: Velinda Carter & husband Russell and Kenneth Barrett both of Campbellsville, KY; Garlena Belcher, Joshua Barrett, and Laura Barrett & fiancé Otis Watt all of Columbia, KY
2 brothers & 3 sisters: Doug Barrett of Cynthiana, Georgia Barrett of Arizona, Dewayne Shepherd of Oldham County, Faye Shepherd of Campbellsville, Vera Hawkins of Lexington and Michelle Barrett of Columbia
17 grandchildren & a host of great-grandchildren
Other relatives & friends
VISITATION: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 from 5:00pm-8:00pmET at L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville, KY with cremation to follow. No funeral service will be held.
Memorials are suggested to the Funeral Expense Fund which may be given in person at the funeral home or by clicking the "TRIBUTE FUND" at the top of her obituary at www.lrpetty.com.
L.R. Petty Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Phillip Russell Garmon, 82, of Columbia, KY passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. He was born on March 2, 1944 in Columbia, KY, a proud son of the late Stanley Russell Garmon and Ruth Brockman Garmon.
Phillip lived a full life marked by dedication to his family, service to his country, and commitment to his community.
SURVIVORS:
His beloved wife: Sharon Garmon
2 children: Cameron Garmon (Brooke) and Renee Kemp (Talmadge)
7 grandchildren: Kailey Garmon, Kelsi Walker, Kenli Walker, Amber Neat, Tyler Kemp, John Savage, and Isabela Savage
3 great-grandchildren: Kayden Kemp, Theodore Kemp, and Atticus Neat
3 devoted sisters: Joyce Dalton (Ronnie) of Somerset, KY, Naomi Bruce of Columbia, and Kay Hammond of Columbia
Brother-in-law: Bro. Larry Brown
Several nieces & nephews
Phillip answered the call to serve his country as a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, stationed in Alaska. This period of his life was a source of great pride and forged lasting values of duty and perseverance that guided him throughout his lifetime.
His professional life reflected a strong work ethic as he held positions as a truck driver for both Buck Horn Block Company and Waste Connections in Campbellsville, KY. Through his diligent work, Phillip was known for his reliability and dedication.
Outside of his work and responsibilities, Phillip enjoyed a number of hobbies and interests that brought him closer to nature and his loved ones. He found peace in hunting, fishing, and gardening—pastimes that afforded him both solace and joy. More than anything, Phillip delighted in spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren, creating experiences and memories that will be cherished for generations.
Funeral Service: Friday, August 21, 2026 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Brown officiating
Burial: Garmon Family Cemetery with full military honors by VFW Post 6097
Visitation: Thursday from 4:00-8:00pmCT and Friday morning until time for the service
Pallbearers: Chris Roach, Josh Bruce, Daniel Hammond, Nick Brown, John Savage and Jerry Garmon. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Campbell, Tony Quinn and Enos McInteer
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
William Richard Baker, 82, of Columbia, KY died Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY. He was born on June 18, 1944 in Adair County to the late Edd Lee and Lillie Mae Coomer Baker.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his siblings: Willie Elmer Baker, Clarence Embry Baker, Stanley Baker, Willard Baker, Woodson Baker, Mary Helen Bunch, Claristeen Reliford and Dimple Coomer.
He was a member of Jones Chapel Church and a well-known cattle trader, former factory worker and car salesman.
SURVIVORS:
His wife: Gladys Bennison Baker of Columbia
His daughter & son-in-law: Gidget & Timmy Royse of Columbia
His granddaughter: Emilee & husband Dustin Brockman of Columbia
2 great-grandchildren: Asher Brockman and Lottie Brockman
2 sisters-in-law: Margie Baker and Elsie Baker both of Columbia
Special niece: Annette Curry of Columbia
Several other relatives & friends
Funeral Service: Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 12:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Mark Givens officiating
Burial: Jones Chapel Cemetery
Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Saturday
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation to Jones Chapel Church, which can be left at the funeral home.
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Joseph Mario Saponaro, 49, of Adair County, KY, a son of Rebecca Crowfoot and the late Joseph Saponaro, was born August 21, 1976 in Thornwood, New York. He departed this life on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at his residence.
Mr. Saponaro was noted to be honest, hardworking and a true jack of all trades by those who knew and loved him.
SURVIVORS:
His wife: Josie Lynn Lewanski Sapanaro
2 children: Jace Saponaro and Cole Saponaro
His mother: Rebecca Crowfoot
A host of other relatives & friends
There will be no public service at this time.
Arrangements are entrusted to Gupton-Landrum Funeral Home in Greensburg, KY.
Paul Steven Harris, 70, of Columbia, KY passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at his home. He was born to the late Marshall Theodore Harris and Elizabeth Peyton Fredrick Harris on January 6, 1956 in Jefferson County, KY.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Marcia Crouch (Taylorsville KY) and five brothers: John Harris, David Harris, Mark Harris, Fred Harris and Joe Harris, all of Louisville metro area.
SURVIVORS:
Nieces: Amy Milsted of Newberg, OR. Carolyn King of Mt. Eden, KY. Olivia Shaw of Cherokee, IA. Linda Crouch, Rhonda Jurgenson, Brandi Bauer, Sabrina (Katie) Gritton, all from the Louisville area
Nephews: David Crouch of Port Hueneme, CA, Donald Harris of Scottsville, KY
A host of other relatives and friends
Cremation has been chosen and there will be no services.
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Bonnie Rae Welker, 85, of Jamestown, KY passed away peacefully and without pain at her home on Saturday, August 8, 2026. She was born in Akron, OH on December 18, 1940, a daughter of the late Evelyn L. (Latshaw) and Raymond F. Thomas.
Bonnie was the member of the Jamestown Christian Church. Having the love of Christ and being the wife of a minister has lead her throughout many mission trips abroad and stateside. The ministry paved the way to develop and work Christian Camps. Camp Rudolph (Virginia) and White Mills Christian Camp (Kentucky). She was always right by Bills side wherever God directed them throughout many states and churches. You could always find her shining God’s light and being the hands and feet of Christ. What a blessing she was to all who knew her.
Bonbon, as many of her friends knew her as, loved to travel with her daughter, Chrissy. (Europe, Jamaica and Mexico) and most recently, Hilton Head, and Savannah after the passing of Bill. She was always full of life and ready to go no matter how tired she was from her radiation/chemo treatments. Her friends all knew her drive in life was her spunk, sass, laughs and prayers along her journey. What a journey it was!!!! She looked at life head on and accepted every challenge that came her way. Even though Hospice was one of her last options she accepted it with grace and dignity knowing full well she would be reunited with her beloved husband again. She loved her birds and flowers and the deer that she could see outside of her bedroom window. She might have loved her call alarm button a little too much and drove Chrissy crazy and kept her hopping and laughing the whole way. When she was asked to do something there was not much hesitation from her including being the greeter at church via facetime while she remained bedridden
SURVIVORS:
1 daughter: Chrissy Welker of Jamestown, KY
3 sons: Gary Welker (Cammie) of Russell Springs, KY and Jimmy and Jerry Welker both of Virginia
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband whom she loved and adored, Bill Welker, and a sister Vicky Birt.
Visitation will be Saturday August 22, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel, in Jamestown, KY.
Memorial Service: Saturday August 22, 2026 at 11:00 AM CT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY with Bro. Jason Walters, Bro. Larry Johnson and Bro. Tony Stephens officiating.
Bonnie was cremated and asked that part of her ashes be placed with the love of her life. The remaining part of her cremains will be sent to make a diamond to keep sparkling bright for all those who see her.
She has also requested that in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the White Mills Christian Camp. PO Box 129 White Mills, KY 42788, There is a scholarship that has been established after the passing of her husband Bill. “in memory of Bill and Bonnie Welker” .
Hospice of Lake Cumberland also comprised a list of items that many of their individuals would enjoy. Puzzle books, Crafts supplies, Lotion, Decorative soaps/ body wash. Sanitizer, Devotional books, bird feeder. Note pads, Pens/colored pencils and can be made at the funeral home
Audrey Mae Anderson, 62, of Russell Springs, KY (formerly of Pike County, KY) passed away at her home on Monday, August 10, 2026. She was born on December 20, 1963 in Pike County, KY, a daughter of the late Victor and Ada May Anderson.
She was a cosmetologist and a jack of all trades that could do anything she set her mind to do. Mae enjoyed gardening and cooking and was a very talented artist. She was the favorite “Auntie” of her nieces and nephews, and she will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
SURVIVORS:
3 sisters: Eva Dene Mounts of Phyllis, Avenelle (& Carmel) Ramey of Lick Creek, and Phyllis (& Charlie) Adkins of Russell Springs
A host of nieces & nephews
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by two brothers: Carmel Anderson and Lonnie “Bo” Anderson; and a nephew, Lawrence Adkins.
Funeral Service: Friday, August 14, 2026 at 1:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Jerry Smith officiating
Burial: Darnell Cemetery
Visitation: Thursday, August 13, 2026 from 5:00pm-8:00pmCT and after 8:00amCT on Friday
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
Sandra Gail Dix, 56, of Jamestown, KY passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. She was born on May 22, 1970 in Livonia, Michigan, a daughter of the late James Richard and Bessie Catharine Jackson Dix.
Sandra was a homemaker and a hard worker. She loved her family and was everyone’s best friend. She enjoyed going to yard sales and thrift shopping.
SURVIVORS:
3 children: Cody Duane Dix, Destiny Rose Dix, and Summer Dawn Dix (Joshua Keeling), all of Jamestown
4 grandchildren: Gavin Lee James Owens, Oakley Ryan Keeling, Nolan Lee Weston, and Rylee Kate Keeling
1 brother & 4 sisters
In addition to her parents, Sandra was preceded in death by one brother.
Memorial Service: Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 5:00pmCT at Bernard Funeral Home, with Bro. Harold Richards officiating
Visitation: After 1:00pmCT on Sunday at Bernard Funeral Home
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations of sympathy be made to the funeral home to help offset expenses.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
James Bryant Hubbard, 96, of Jamestown, KY passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. He was born on December 6, 1929 in Russell County, a son of the late James Walter and Lena Martin Hubbard.
James was a lifelong farmer and a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church.
SURVIVORS:
1 sister: Enola Catron of Louisville
A host of nieces and nephews
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by three brothers: Martin Hubbard, Rheid Hubbard and Bobby Hubbard; and six sisters: Virginia Hubbard, Pauline Roy, Ella Partenheimer, Marine Wilson, Ruth Cunningham, and Peggy Gibson.
Funeral Service: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Bernard Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Wade officiating
Burial: Poplar Grove Cemetery
Visitation: After 11:00 AM on Wednesday at Bernard Funeral Home
Pallbearers: Jeff Hubbard, Junior Cunningham, Joseph Luttrell, Ned Cunningham, Nick Cunningham and Mitchell Cunningham
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Mount Olive Baptist Church. Donations can be made at the funeral home.
Arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
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