Posted by Auberry Don on Sep 22, 2022
Clara Martha Gaskins Humphress, age 84, of Knifley, Kentucky, departed this life surrounded by her loving family on Monday, September 19, 2022, at the University of Louisville Health, Louisville, Kentucky. Mrs. Humphress was born March 15, 1938, in Ella (Adair County), Kentucky, to Elbert H. Gaskins and Mary Belle Pike Gaskins.
Clara married the love of her life, William “Bill” Lowell Humphress, February 22, 1958, and together they raised four children in Danville, Indiana. While in Indiana, Clara worked at Danville Junior High School where she was well known for her culinary skills, especially her cookies. She was “Team Mom” to hundreds of little leaguers over the years and kept ample supplies of “snacks” for their hungry appetites.
In 1997, Clara and Bill returned to Adair County and built a home on the family farm. Having accepted Christ as her Savior early in life, Clara attended Christie Chapel United Methodist Church where she enjoyed singing and using her beautiful alto voice to sing his praises. She was always eager to grow, often seeking ways to improve and learn effective tips for singers. She also loved to read mystery books and play with her dogs and black cat, Ebony. In her spare time from cooking and baking she enjoyed watching University of Kentucky Wildcats and NASCAR’s Jeff Gordon. Clara was a beautiful, charming, kind, and loving wife, mother, and grandmother and great-grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son William Mitchell “Mitch” Humphress; and sister Dorlis Hitch.
Clara is survived by –
Three children: Donald Lowell Humphress of Indianapolis, IN; Sonjia Kay Humphress Weaver and her husband, Brian R. Weaver, of Asheboro, North Carolina; and Kerry Lee Humphress and his wife, Brenna S. Humphress of Columbia, Kentucky.
Eight grandchildren: Kristen Moore (Kevin) Indianapolis, IN; Jon Humphress (AnneMarie) Newburg, IN; Jacqueline Phillips (Jake) Indianapolis, IN; Jesse Breanne Kellogg (James) Adams, TN; Samuel Ky Weaver (Hannah) Junction City, KS; Faith Laurel Weaver (Alex) Denver, CO; Brendan David Scott Rowland (Jenelle) Rossville, IN; and Jacob Dale Higgins of Columbia, KY.
Eleven great-grandchildren:
Two sisters: Arlene Adkins, Shepherdsville, KY; and Margie Carter, Marion, IN.
One brother: Harlin Gaskins (Carolyn), Campbellsville, KY.
And, many other family and friends who will treasure sweet memories of Clara.
VISITATION:
* Friday, September 23, 2022, from 5pm-8pm EST/4pm-7pm CDT at Auberry Funeral Home in 503 E. Main St. Campbellsville, KY
*Saturday, September 24, 2022, from 9am-11am at Christie’s Chapel UMC, Elkhorn, KY
FUNERAL:
* Saturday, September 24, 2022, at 11am EST/10am CDT at Christie Chapel UMC in Elkhorn, KY
Burial to follow in Harden Cemetery (Christie Chapel Cemetery) in Elkhorn, Kentucky.
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Posted by Auberry Don on Sep 16, 2022
Emma Mae Pittman Perkins, 77, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, daughter of the late Val Adams Pittman and Ellen Frances Garrett Pittman, was born September 26, 1944, in Marion County, Kentucky, and departed this life on Thursday, September 15th, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving husband and family.
She professed faith in Christ and was of the Christian faith. Emma was a homemaker. She enjoyed fishing, singing, playing guitar, and was an avid Kentucky Wildcats fan.
She was united in marriage to Mitchell Lee Perkins, Sr., on January 5th, 1963, who survives.
Survived by four children: Mitch Perkins and his wife, Janette, of Edmonton; Melissa Gribbins and her husband, Mark, of Raywick; Steve Perkins and his wife, B.J., of Campbellsville; and Stephanie Rafferty and her husband Mike of Campbellsville.
Sixteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.
Two brothers: David Pittman and his wife, Ruth, and Don V. Pittman, both of Lebanon.
Two sisters: Gladys George and his husband, James D., of Greensburg; Thelma Votaw and her husband, Butch, of Raywick.
She was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters: Manuel C. Pittman, Leonard “Joe” Pittman, Carl Pittman, Mary Votaw, Harry B. Pittman, Hugh C. Pittman, Randy A. Pittman, and Roger D. Pittman.
VISITATION: Sunday, September 17th, 2022, from 5pm-8pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
FUNERAL: Monday, September 18th, 2022, at 11am EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
Bro. Dan Durham will be officiating the service.
Burial to follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mrs. Emma Perkins at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.
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Posted by Auberry Don on Sep 3, 2022
William Henry Viers, 73, of Elkhorn, Kentucky, son of the late James Burt Viers and Mattie Bell Bray Viers, was born October 16th, 1948, in Taylor County and departed this life on Friday, September 2nd, 2022, at his home.
He professed his faith in Christ and was of Church of God faith, He was a retired construction worker after many years. William loved hunting and fishing and really enjoyed a good game of Rook.
He united in marriage to Marlyn Lou Doss on August 1st, 1970, who preceded him in death on November 8th, 2016.
Survived by one son: James Robert Viers of Elkhorn.
One granddaughter: Brittney Nicole Viers of Elkhorn.
Two brothers: Larry Viers and significant other, Elaine Simpson of Adair County and Randy Stanley Viers of Elkhorn.
Two sisters Joy Rawlings and husband, Sherrill of Lebanon and Teresa Richardson of Louisville.
Several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by two brothers and one sister: Roland Viers, Gary Viers, and Verly Brown.
VISITATION: Monday, September 5th, 2022, from 5pm-8pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
FUNERAL: Tuesday, September 6th, 2022, at 2pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
Burial to follow in Callahan Cemetery
The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mr. William H. Viers at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.
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Posted by Auberry Don on Aug 3, 2022
Myra Ann Corbin, 70, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, daughter of the late Omer Pierce and Edna Enyard Pierce, was born September 28th, 1951, in Taylor County and departed this life on Monday, August 1st, 2022.
She professed her faith in Christ and attended Southside Christian Church. Myra loved the Lord and played the piano at Southside Christian Church for many years. She loved going on family trips to Gatlinburg and spending time with her family. Myra also worked at the Fruit of the Loom for 28 years and Cox Interior.
She united in marriage to James Donald “Donnie” Corbin on July 2nd, 1977, who survives.
Survived by two children: Andrea Harmon and her husband, Robbie, of Campbellsville; and Ben Corbin and his wife, Mary, of Lexington.
Five grandchildren: Levi Harmon and his wife, Chelcie, of Campbellsville; Rose Harmon of Campbellsville; Olivia Harmon of Campbellsville; Steven Corbin of Lexington; and Samuel Corbin of Lexington.
Two brothers: Darrell Pierce and his wife, Lindy, of Campbellsville; and Dudley Pierce and his wife, Sharon, of Campbellsville.
VISITATION: Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022, from 5pm-8pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
FUNERAL: Thursday, August 4th, 2022, at 2pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
Bro. Scott Sheridan will be officiating the service.
Burial to follow in Brookside Cemetery.
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Posted by Auberry Don on Jul 29, 2022
Jewell Dean Sullivan Jones, 85, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, daughter of the late Stanley Sullivan and Myrtle Bookout Sullivan, was born July 10th, 1937, in Taylor County and departed this life on Thursday, July 28th, 2022, at Taylor Regional Hospital.
She professed her faith in Christ and was a member of East Campbellsville Church of God. Jewell was very well known in Campbellsville as an employee of Kroger on Broadway for approximately 10 years. Her pleasant personality, bright smile, and the passion she had for her job brought joy to anyone around her. She worked at Fruit of the Loom for 40 plus years. Jewell loved spending time in the kitchen, watching cooking shows and using her skill to cook for her family. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her dog “Ginger.” She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend to all that knew her.
Jewell united in marriage to the love of her life at the age of 18 to Lloyd Harold Jones, who precedes her in death on January 1st, 2011.
Jewell is survived by:
Two granddaughters: Brittany Nichole Jones and her fiancé, Chance Bishop of Campbellsville, and Shauna Rae Jones of Bowling Green.
One brother: Bobby Sullivan and his wife, Beverly of Campbellsville.
Two sisters-in-law: Loretta Sullivan of Campbellsville and Geneva Jones of Campbellsville.
Two brothers-in-law: Tim Jones and his wife, Kellie of Campbellsville and Charlie Jones and his wife, Cheryl of Salem, Ohio.
Two great nieces: Taliyah Hazelwood and Kaia Sullivan both of Campbellsville.
Two special family friends: April Bowen and Joey Sprowles.
Along with many other relatives and friends.
Besides her parents and her husband, Jewell Dean is preceded in death by:
One son: Mark Anthony Jones on February 13th, 2014.
Three brothers: Murrell Sullivan, Rodney Sullivan, and Mac Ronald Sullivan.
Four sisters: Maxine Sullivan, Pearl Lyvers, Sylvia Merrill, and Roselean Sullivan Jones
VISITATION: Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022, from 10am – 2pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
FUNERAL: Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022, at 2pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
Burial to follow in Brookside Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for expressions of sympathy be taken in the form of donations to Gideon Bibles 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 Mrs. Jewell Dean Sullivan Jones at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.
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