Obituaries

Charles "Buckeye Bill" Cline, Jr.

Charles "Buckeye Bill" Cline, Jr.

Jan 23, 2024

Charles "Buckeye Bill" Cline, Jr. peacefully passed away on January 23, 2024, at his residence in Mount Sterling, KY. He was born on September 27, 1940, in Dayton, OH, to the late Charles and Wanda Cline. Charles, known to many as Bill, was a loving husband, devoted father, proud veteran, and respected member of his community.

Bill proudly served in the...

Irene Douthitt

Irene Douthitt

Jan 20, 2024

Irene Gay Douthitt was born on October 8, 1926, to the late George and Mary Gay of Menifee, Kentucky. She was united in holy matrimony to Arthur Douthitt, Sr. on June 29, 1945.  Two sons, Arthur Douthitt, Jr., and William Anthony Douthitt were born to this union.

She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and...

Reverend Harold Willis Hawks

Reverend Harold Willis Hawks

Jan 9, 2024

Reverend Harold Willis Hawks, a devoted family man and passionate minister, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2024, at his residence in Owingsville, Kentucky. He was born on October 18, 1941, in Jenkins, Kentucky to the late Hubert and Charlsey Hall Hawks.  Harold's love for life and unwavering dedication to his loved ones left an indelible mark on all who knew...

Jimmy Dan White

Jimmy Dan White

Jan 6, 2024

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we mourn the loss of Jimmy Dan White, 44, of Jeffersonville, Kentucky who peacefully passed away on January 6, 2024.  He was born on November 1, 1979, in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky to the late Donnie and Iva Mae White. 

Jimmy was a spirited individual who had a passion for dirt track cars and racing....

Kenneth Elwood Phillips

Kenneth Elwood Phillips

Jan 6, 2024

Kenneth Elwood Phillips, 92, of Mt. Sterling, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 6, 2024.  He was born on January 8, 1931, in Little Rock, Kentucky to the late John Thomas and Mary Emma Barbee Phillips.

 

Ken graduated from North Middletown High School in Bourbon County, class of 1948, and went on to serve his country in the United States...

Rebecca "Becky" Cotton Cooper

Rebecca "Becky" Cotton Cooper

Jan 2, 2024

Rebecca "Becky" Cotton Cooper, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2024, at St. Claire Regional Medical Center, Morehead, Kentucky. Born on March 18, 1975, in Lexington, Kentucky, to Gary and Mary Cotton.  Rebecca touched the lives of all who knew her with her warm heart, infectious laughter, and unwavering love.

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Marlene Trent Saunders

Marlene Trent Saunders

Jan 1, 2024

Marlene Trent Saunders, 71, of Mt. Sterling passed away on Monday evening, January 1, 2024, at St. Joseph Mt. Sterling Hospital.  She was born in Almont, Michigan on January 31, 1952, to the late Lester and Lucille Young Trent. 

Marlene was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend who will be remembered for her firecracker personality and strong will.  She was...

Dorothy Rawlings Sutton

Dorothy Rawlings Sutton

Dec 30, 2023

 

Dorothy Marie Rawlings Sutton, 88, of Mt. Sterling, KY, passed away on December 30, 2023. A beloved mother, sister, friend, and grandmother (or more affectionately known as “Mam”); those who knew Dorothy loved her for her sense of humor and colorful personality. She was a one-of-a-kind treasure and will be missed greatly.

Dorothy was born July 28, 1935, in Sharpsburg,...

David Patton Oldham, Jr.

David Patton Oldham, Jr.

Dec 23, 2023

 

David Patton Oldham, Jr. passed away peacefully on December 23, 2023 at 86 years of age.  Born on November 24, 1937 and raised in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky by his parents David (Sr.) and Mary Oldham, young David spent his youth with big brother Jack at the family home on Maysville Road or working downtown at the family business, Oldham’s Store.  David,...

Keena Wagers Hicks

Keena Wagers Hicks

Dec 11, 2023

Keena Wagers Hicks, a beloved member of the Mount Sterling community, passed away on December 11, 2023, at the age of 77. Keene was born on November 7, 1946, in Richmond, KY, and moved to Montgomery County twenty-five years ago, where she made a lasting impact on those who knew her.

With a feisty personality and a...

James "Babo" Morgan Long, Jr.

James "Babo" Morgan Long, Jr.

Dec 6, 2023

James “Babo” Morgan Long, Jr., 61, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away peacefully, Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington.  He was born in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky on May 29, 1962, to the late James Morgan, Sr. and Linda Lloyd Long.

Babo was a lifelong resident of Montgomery County, an agricultural farmer and...

Mildred (Spencer)  Colliver

Mildred (Spencer) Colliver

Dec 5, 2023

Mildred Spencer Colliver, 88, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away peacefully, Tuesday morning, December 5, 2023, at University of Kentucky Medical Center.  She was born in Frenchburg, Kentucky on May 7, 1935, to the late Leonard and Nancy Back Spencer.

Mildred was a lifelong resident of Kentucky, a former Belk employee and a wonderful homemaker...

David "Peanut" Davis

David "Peanut" Davis

Dec 3, 2023

David "Peanut" Davis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, devoted brother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2023, at Life Care Center, Morehead Kentucky.  He was born on June 23, 1956, in Grundy, VA, to the late Clyde and Avie Shortridge Davis.

David's unwavering dedication to his craft began in the construction industry, where he excelled...

Tammy Lynn Norton

Tammy Lynn Norton

Dec 1, 2023

Tammy Lynn Norton, 55, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away Friday morning, December 1, 2023, at University of Kentucky Medical Center.  She was born in Terre Haute, Indiana on September 8, 1968, to the late Steve Norton, Sr., and Betty Sink Miller.

Tammy was a cook in the restaurant industry.  She enjoyed coloring in books and digitally,...

Verna Ruth (Mack)  Rountree

Verna Ruth (Mack) Rountree

Nov 18, 2023

Verna Ruth Mack Rountree, 89, known affectionately as “Nanny” to many, was called to her heavenly home on Saturday, November 18, 2023. She has finally had her long-awaited reunion with her husband, Jack Rountree, and son, Larry Rountree, whom she loved and longed for daily.

Born on August 7, 1934, in Pleasant View, Kentucky to the late...

Kathleen Marilyn (Drys)  Garrett

Kathleen Marilyn (Drys) Garrett

Nov 10, 2023

Kathleen Marilyn Garrett, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on November 10, 2023, at her residence in Jeffersonville, KY. Born on July 10, 1949, in Detroit, MI, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Sherley (Crook) Drys.

Kathleen was a woman of strength and compassion, who touched the lives of all who...

Yvonne "Paige" (Eldridge)  Pendleton

Yvonne "Paige" (Eldridge) Pendleton

Nov 7, 2023

Yvonne "Paige" Pendleton, 86, of Mt. Sterling, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, with her family at her side. She was born on March 3, 1937 in Morehead Kentucky to the late Ora Roland and Sarah Elizabeth Black Eldridge.

Paige was a lifelong resident of Kentucky, of the Christian faith and member of Rolling Hills...

Carolyn (Held)  May

Carolyn (Held) May

Nov 6, 2023

Carolyn Held May, Died November 6, 2023 at the age of 100 years and 364 days. She was born in Hastings, NE to Albert Anthony Held and Minnie Pratt Held. She grew up in Lincoln and was a graduate of the University of Nebraska where she was a member of Alpha Phi Sorority. It was at the University of...

Anna Mae Boggs

Anna Mae Boggs

Nov 5, 2023

On November 5, 2023, Anna Mae Boggs, a loving mother, grandmother, and devout Christian, passed away peacefully at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. Born on November 29, 1945, in Oneida, Kentucky to the late Granville and Edna Coffey, Anna Mae embraced life with warmth, compassion, and a deep love for her family.

Anna Mae's journey was defined...

James Malcom Baxter

James Malcom Baxter

Nov 2, 2023

James Malcom Baxter, 75, of Mt. Sterling passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, November 2, 2023 with his family by his side. James was born in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky on July 4, 1948 to the late Malcom and Marjorie Proffitt Baxter.

James treasured his family and friends and lived his life to the fullest. He never missed...

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