FLOYD C. THOMPSON OBITUARY

Posted by on Mar 26, 2023

Floyd C. Thompson, 79, of Gallatin, Tennessee, formerly of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of the late Marvin Thompson and Ruth Hash, was born June 14th, 1943, in Campbellsville, Kentucky, and departed this life on Thursday, March 23rd, 2023, at Sumner Regional Medical Center in Gallatin, Tennessee.

Floyd served in the United States Military. He worked for the Campbellsville Police Department, and he later retired from Verizon as a Warehouse Maintenance Technician. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, watching westerns, and swinging on the porch.

He professed faith in Christ and attended The Nashville Church.

Floyd united in marriage to Paulette Sapp on September 29th, 1962, who survives.

Besides his wife, he is survived by:

One son: Terry Thompson and wife, Rhonda, of Hendersonville, Tennessee.

One daughter: Paula Rash and husband, Jesse, of Campbellsville.

Three grandchildren: Jessika Brock and husband, Mackenzie, of Campbellsville; Patrik Thompson and Kady Thompson, both of Hendersonville, TN.

One great-granddaughter: Abigail Smith of Campbellsville.

One brother: Donnie Thompson and wife, Stella, of Campbellsville.

Several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by:

One brother: James Thompson.

Five sisters: Pauline Hedgespeth, Opal Miller, Judy Shuffett, Ann Strader, and Wanda Zane Thompson.

 

VISITATION:  Tuesday, March 28th, 2023, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL:  Tuesday, March 28th, 2023, at 2:00 pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

 

The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mr. Floyd C. Thompson at our funeral home.  May God bless you during this difficult time.

Read More

William “Bill” Humphress

Posted by on Mar 13, 2023

 

William “Bill” Lowell Humphress, 84, of Knifley, Kentucky, was born March 23, 1938, in Adair County, Kentucky, to the late Chester Howard Humphress and Jesse Jewell Eastridge Humphress, and departed this life Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at UK Healthcare in Lexington, Kentucky.

Bill married the love of his life, Clara Gaskins Humphress, February 22, 1958. She preceded him in death September 19, 2022.

He enjoyed golfing, flying small planes, farming, and fishing. He was an avid fan of UK basketball and NASCAR. His interest in helping others was reflected in his 20 year tenure of coaching little league baseball in Danville, Indiana. Receiving the KY State Farm “Good Neighbor Award” was just one recognition of the thousands of ways he helped his neighbors and friends.

Bill left home at the young age of 17 to serve his country in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Japan, where he developed his skill as an Air Traffic Controller. This became his life’s work and he rose to the rank of Chief at the Indianapolis International Airport where he was highly respected by both his co-workers and top management. Keeping air travelers safe was a responsibility he took seriously every day until his retirement from the Federal Aviation Administration in 1996.

Upon retirement, he and Clara moved from Danville, Indiana back to the family farm in Knifley, and enjoyed their “Ole Kentucky Home” and country living over the next 25 years. At an early age Bill professed his faith in God and devoted many hours of service to his church, Christie Chapel, holding various positions thru the years.

Bill is survived by:

Three children: Donald Lowell Humphress of Knifley, KY; Sonjia Kay Humphress Weaver (Brian) of Asheboro, NC; and Kerry Lee Humphress (Brenna) of Columbia, KY.

Eight grandchildren: Kristen Marie Moore,(Kevin) of Indianapolis, IN; Jon Stewart Humphress (AnneMarie) of Newberg, IN; Jacqueline Ann Humphress (Jake) of Indianapolis, IN; Jesse Breanne Kellogg (James) of Adams, TN; Samuel Ky Weaver( Hannah) of Junction City, KS; Faith Laurel Weaver (Alex) of Denver, CO; Brendan David Scott Rowland (Jenelle) of Rossville, IN; and Jacob Dale Higgins of Columbia, KY.

Eleven great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews who adored their Papaw and Uncle Bill.

One sister: Hilda Gay Legg (Michael Potter) of Lexington, KY.

One brother: Jackie Dee Humphress (Janice) of Watertown, TN.

Besides his parents and wife, Bill was preceded in death by one son, William Mitchell Humphress and a sister, Sharon Redford Campbell.

VISITATION: Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST at Auberry Funeral Home, 503 East Main Street, Campbellsville, KY 42718.

Thursday, March 16, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST at Christie Chapel Church in Elkhorn, KY.

FUNERAL: Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. EST at Christie Chapel Church in Elkhorn, KY.

BURIAL: Harden Cemetery (near Christie Chapel Church) in Elkhorn, KY.

In Lieu of Flowers, donations may be made to the Chester and Jewell Humphress Scholarship Fund at Lindsey Wilson College Dev. Ofc.210 Lindsey Wilson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. (send contributions to Auberry Funeral Home)

 

Read More

Cindy Harden

Posted by on Feb 26, 2023

 

Cindy Gail Harden, 59, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, daughter of the late Ezra Thomas Brown and Gerald Ann Mings Brown was born December 24th, 1963, in Campbellsville, Kentucky, and departed this life on Monday, February 20th, 2023, at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville, Kentucky.
She enjoyed decorating, eating honey buns, chocolate ice cream, and taking care of her mother. She was also a collector.
Cindy united in marriage to Tony Harden who preceded her in death on February 5th, 2005.
She is survived by:
One daughter: Becky Morgan and husband, Ronnie, of Columbia, Kentucky.
One granddaughter and one grandson: Autumn Scruggs and significant other, Zachary Watson, of Campbellsville; and Damien Scruggs and significant other, Courtney Bernard, of Columbia.
One great-granddaughter: Ella Dawn Bernard of Columbia.
One sister: Betty Vanice and husband, Harry, of Campbellsville.
Two special friends: Shelia Stotts and Stanley Stotts, both of Campbellsville.
One special aunt: Jennifer Watson of Campbellsville.
One special cousin: Janet Mings of Campbellsville.
Her loving fur baby: Baby Girl.
Besides her parents and husband, Ms. Harden was preceded in death by two brothers: Kendall Brown and Gary Dean Brown.

VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. – 2:00P.M. Tuesday, February 28th, 2023

FUNERAL: 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 28th, 2023

Burial to follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Acton, Kentucky.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for expressions of sympathy be taken in the form of donations to the funeral expenses and can be made at the funeral home.

The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Ms. Cindy Harden at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.

 

Read More

CARL FORD, SR. OBITUARY

Posted by on Feb 21, 2023

Carl Ford, Sr., 87, of Knifley, Kentucky, son of the late Rue Ford and Bertha May Callahan Ford was born July 11th, 1935, in Merrimac, Kentucky, and departed this life on Friday, February 17th, 2023, at his home in Knifley, Kentucky.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky.  Carl was a welder and fabricator for many years. He owned Ford Custom Welding for over 35 years. He enjoyed working on Model A cars, woodworking, and landscaping. He was a member of the Model A and Hudson clubs and of the Moose Lodge.

Carl united in marriage to Ms. Carolyn Ann Kaufman on February 14th, 1992, who survives.

Besides his wife, Carl is survived by:

Three children: Cary Hendricks and husband, Bill, of Knifley; Carla Satterfield and husband, Chuck, of Louisville; and Carl Ford Jr., and wife, Kim, of Louisville

Two stepchildren: Kenetha Douglas of Louisville, and Zenda Stephenson of North Vernon, IN.

Ten grandchildren: Heather Allen of Louisville; Scott Underwood and wife, Kristin, of Mt. Washington; Camille Davis of North Vernon, IN; Kassie Hermann and husband, Chris, of Bullitt County; Kelly Underwood of Louisville; Tabitha Rutherford and husband, Tyler, of Bullitt County; Hunter Ford; Trevor Ford; Savannah Ford; and Lilly Ford, all of Louisville.

Twelve great-grandchildren.

Two brothers and three sisters: Eric Ford and wife, Jennifer; Galoris Hedgespeth and husband, Ralph; Gary Ford and wife, Pauline; Lana Ford, all of Campbellsville; and Shirley James of Indiana

Besides his parents, Mr. Ford was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters: Ruby McDonald, Rue Ford, Ray Ford, Daniel Ford, “Zip” Reese, Ena Hicks, Ina Humphress, Marsa Cox, Wilma Combs, and Anita Elmore.

VISITATION: Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023, from 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL:  Thursday, February 23rd, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

Burial to follow in the Jones Chapel Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for expressions of sympathy be taken in the form of donations to Hosparus of Green River and can be made at the funeral home.

The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mr. Carl Ford at our funeral home.  May God bless you during this difficult time.

Read More

PHILLIP EDWARD ELLIOTT OBITUARY

Posted by on Feb 2, 2023

 

Phillip Edward Elliott, 90, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, was born March 31st, 1932, in Anthony, Kansas, to the late Louis C. Elliott and Etta M. Stites Elliott, and departed this life on Wednesday, February 1st, 2023, in Campbellsville, Kentucky.

Phillip professed his faith in Christ at an early age.  He completed his education in Anthony, Kansas.  Phillip served in the United States Army from 1953-1957, and then transferred to the Air Force and served from 1957-1977, as an electrical mechanic and missile trainer technician and then retired from the military.  After retiring from the military, he worked as a maintenance technician for Anthony, Kansas.

He was a very talented person.  He was a good carpenter and worked with woods making furniture and model trucks. He loved to hang out at Druthers’ talking to all his friends.  His main job was being an “extraordinary grandpa.” He and his wife, Joan, moved to Campbellsville in 1998.

Phillip married the love of his life, Bethel Joan Dietz, on February 23rd, 1963, in Tucson, Arizona.  She preceded him in death on January 4th, 2011.

Phillip is survived by:

One daughter:  Terra Lackey of Campbellsville.

Two grandchildren:  Stacey Florence and her husband, Joey, and Dylan Lackey and his wife, Susan, all of Campbellsville.

Nine great-grandchildren:  Morgan Jewell-Austin and her husband, Taylor; Megan Jewell-Johns; Bryce Jewell and his wife, Cierria; Paisley Florence; Haley Lackey-Taylor and her husband, Coby; Kaitlyn Lackey; Jackson Lackey; Austin Herron; and Ali Herron, all of Campbellsville.

Seven great-great grandchildren.

Several nieces, nephews, and a host of other family and friends.

Besides his parents and wife, Phillip is preceded in death by one brother and two sisters: Charles Elliott, Norma Jean McKisseck, and Kathryn Herschberger.

He was also preceded in death by two sons-n-law: John M. Lackey and J. Craig Higgins.

VISITATION:  Friday, February 3rd, 2023, from 10am-12:30pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL:  Friday, February 3rd, 2023, at 12:30 pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

BURIAL: Friday, February 3rd, 2023, at 2pm EST at Lebanon National Cemetery in Lebanon, Kentucky, with full military honors.

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY MAKE TAKE THE FORM OF DONATIONS TO DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS AND CAN BE MADE AT THE FUNERAL HOME.

 

Read More