Obituaries
Donald Lee Branham
Aug 5, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donald Lee Branham, a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather. Born on June 18, 1941, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Les and Helen Clay Wills Branham, Donald, peacefully departed this world on August 5, 2024, at his residence in Mount Sterling, Kentucky.
Donald was a dedicated surface coal miner in Morgan County,...
Bobby Dale Stevens
Aug 4, 2024
Bobby Dale Stevens, 61, of McKee, Kentucky, transitioned from this world on August 4, 2024, surrounded by his family at the Hospice Care Plus, Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky. Born in London, Kentucky, Bobby was the son of the late Robert Lee Stevens and Chester Jane Stevens. He found love and companionship with Sandra G. Webb, whom he married...
Dr. John Hadden Eubank DVM
Jul 26, 2024
Dr. John Hadden Eubank DVM, 72, a beloved veterinarian known for his boundless compassion and dedication to caring for animals, passed away on July 26, 2024, in Mount Sterling. Born on August 6, 1951, he lived a life marked by kindness and selflessness. Dr. Eubank, a proud graduate of Mt. Sterling High School, demonstrated his commitment to education by earning...
Anthony "Tony" Tyler Lambert
Jul 24, 2024
Anthony “Tony” Tyler Lambert, 57, born on September 15, 1966, in Morehead to the late Anthony E. Lambert and Paulette M. Jamison, passed away on July 24, 2024, at his residence in Mount Sterling. Tony, a talented electrician, also known for his passion for sports, particularly golf, Nascar, and University of Kentucky basketball and football, and a proud fan of...
Douglas Ray Ward
Jul 17, 2024
Douglas Ray Ward, of Owingsville, KY, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2024, at the age of 80. Born in Troy, OH on February 3, 1944, he was the son of the late Merlin Ray and Edwina Schaefer Ward.
Doug was a man of many interests, he found joy in playing golf, watching and playing baseball in his youth, restoring old...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Mullins Gibson
Jul 13, 2024
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Jacqueline "Jackie" Mullins Gibson, who peacefully left us on July 13, 2024, at the age of 59. Jacqueline was born on April 26, 1965, in Round Lake, Illinois to the late Haroldeen, Sr., and Evelyn Hirserman Mullins.
Jacqueline found joy in the simple things in life; she adored old television shows and enjoyed...
William Douglas Fuller
Jul 9, 2024
Surrounded by family, William Douglas Fuller, 64, of Winchester, made his great escape July 9, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. William was born April 16, 1960 in Opelika, AL to James and Andrea Ritchie Fuller, and blessed by a good farm raising in Lexington, KY with his Aunt Glenna and Uncle Jake Graves and family. He was a...
Lloyd "Moon" Gay Rawlings Cassidy
Jul 1, 2024
Lloyd "Moon" Gay Rawlings Cassidy, 87, husband of 61 years to Linda Hunt Cassidy died Monday, July 1, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on October 6, 1936, to the late Ewell and Edna Rawlings Cassidy in Bethel, KY.
Lloyd was a member of Gateway Christian Church, a graduate of Montgomery County High School and Eastern...
Debbie Renee Donithan Cole
Jun 25, 2024
Deborah "Debbie" Renee Donithan Cole, 53, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024, will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by her loved ones as they gather to honor her life and legacy. Born to Donnie Donithan and Rosalie Walters in Mount Sterling, Kentucky on January 22, 1971, she dedicated her life to caring for others within the church community where...
Violet Faye Elliott
Jun 22, 2024
Violet Faye Martin Elliott, 81, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024. She was born in Mount Sterling KY on May 24th, 1943, to the late Ed and Elsie Martin. A longtime member of Eastland Church of God, Violet was a strong, faithful Christian. She helped lead many to Christ by sharing His love and message.
There isn’t a flower, plant, bush,...
James Ronald Hays
Jun 19, 2024
Mr. James Ronald Hays, a beloved member of the Frenchburg community, passed away on June 19, 2024 surrounded by his family, in his hometown where he was born on September 17, 1942. He was a man of many passions and talents that left a lasting impact on those around him.
Born and raised in Frenchburg, Mr. Hays found joy in the...
Joseph Castrorao, Jr.
May 27, 2024
Joseph Castrorao, Jr., 67, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on Monday morning, May 27, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on February 11, 1957, in Brooklyn, New York, Joseph was the son of the late Joseph and Josephine Dellaperuto Castrorao, Sr.Joseph was a man who found joy in the thrills of gambling, casinos, and horse...
Shirley Joyce Watson
May 27, 2024
Shirley Joyce Dennard Watson "Mama Shirley", of Lehigh Acres, Florida, passed away on May 27, 2024 in Mt. Sterling, KY. She was born September 19, 1925 in Newark, NJ and was the daughter of Mathew Dennard and Tressa Fluker, and descendant of Powell Walker. Shirley attended public schools in Tampa, FL. In 1941, at the age of 16, she graduated...
Stanley Woods
May 26, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stanley Woods, who peacefully departed on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at his residence in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. Born on June 4, 1968, in Huntington, West Virginia, Stanley was the son of the late Stanley Woods and Betty Ferrell Harris.
A man of many passions, Stanley found great joy in his...
Linda Faye Pleasant
May 22, 2024
A true native of Montgomery County, Linda found joy in spending time with her cherished family and friends. She was known for her love of television and her deep passion for supporting UK sports. As a dedicated member of the KEAS Tabernacle CME Church, Linda found solace and community.Linda is survived by her brother, Stanley Davis (Mary Ann Butcher); her...
Tommy Dale Beair
May 21, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tommy Dale Beair, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Tommy passed away peacefully on May 21, 2024, at his home in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 12, 1955, in Richland Center, Wisconsin, to the late Hubert and Lilymae Beair, Tommy was...
Linda Louise Reiter
May 17, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Louise Reiter, 78, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. Linda peacefully departed on May 17, 2024, at the age of 78, at Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born on December 23, 1945, in Hamilton, Ohio, Linda was the daughter of the late Alois and Thelma Husser.
Linda dedicated her professional life to...
John Paul Sturgill
May 14, 2024
John Paul Sturgill, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2024, at the age of 90 at St. Joseph East Hospital, Lexington. He was born on August 11, 1933, in Pound, Virginia, to the late Roy and Ruth Bolling Sturgill. John lived a fulfilling life surrounded by his loving family.
A retired machinist from Rockwell...
Brian Burl Lykins II
May 13, 2024
In loving memory of our dear Brian Burl Lykins II, a compassionate soul and beloved son, brother, and friend. He was born on May 17, 1994, in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, to Brian Burl Lykins and Melissa Jackson Hughes. Brian passed away unexpectedly in Louisville, Kentucky on Monday, May 13, at the age of 29.
Brian formerly resided in Jeffersonville and was...
Billie Dean Fogle
May 2, 2024
Billie Dean Fogle, 89, of Mt. Sterling, widow of John Cato Fogle, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024 at the Windsor Care Center.
Mrs. Fogle was born in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, January 10, 1935, to Willie Buford Dause and Evadean Anderson Dause. Billie’s father was a skilled pipe fitter who moved with his family to work in military contracted nuclear facilities throughout...
