HERSHEL HALL OBITUARY

Posted by on Feb 20, 2022

Hershel Hall, 87, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of the late Margaret Hall-Rustin and Ray Rustin, was born January 3rd, 1935, in Rockport, Indiana, and departed this life on Wednesday, February 16th, 2022, in Campbellsville, Kentucky.

He united in marriage to Shirley Ann Marriner in 1954, who preceded him in death on April 30th, 1970.

Hershel professed his faith in Christ and was of Christian faith. He served in the United States Marines from 1953-1956. His passion was harness racing, he was a self-made owner, trainer, and driver of harness horses. Hershel loved playing cards especially solitaire. He was a loving dad and grandfather.

Hershel is survived by:

Two sons: Richard Hall and his wife, Ann, of Newburg, Indiana, and Heith Hall and his wife, Connie, of Campbellsville, Kentucky.

Two daughters: Doreen O’Hara and her husband, Joe, of Midland, Texas, and Debra Hall of Grand Falls, Texas.

Fifteen grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and one great great-grandchild.

Besides his parents, Hershel is preceded in death by:

One daughter: Donna Lee Taylor.

One sister: Donna Jean Jacobs.

One brother: Barney Hall.

Visitation: Thursday, February 24th, 2022, from 4pm-6pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown in Campbellsville with burial to follow in Maplewood Cemetery in Freehold, New Jersey at a later date.

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

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RICHARD A. BLOYD OBITUARY

Posted by on Feb 20, 2022

Richard A. Bloyd, 66, of Lexington, Kentucky, formerly of Campbellsville, son of the late Thomas and Mary Barbara Vaughn Bloyd, was born January 26th, 1956, and departed this life on Tuesday, February 15th, 2022, at St Joseph Hospital after a prolonged battle with diabetes and heart disease.

Richard grew up in Campbellsville, a graduate from Taylor County High School and Campbellsville College before moving to Lexington to complete his engineering degree at the University of Kentucky. Richard had a distinguished career in Lexington working for IBM, Lexmark, teaching computer science at UK and later as assistant manager at the Lexington Joseph Beth Book store before failing eyesight caused his early retirement. While being legally blind, he remained very world connected through his care giver Bonnie Shelton, electronic media, and his voice activated cell phone.

Survived by his first cousins:  Dennis, Bobby, and Jay Vaughn, formerly of Hart County, Kentucky.

Along with many other family and friends.

Besides his parents, Richard is preceded in death by:

One brother: Billy Bloyd.

VISITATION:  Saturday, February 26th, 2022, from 10am – 12pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL: Saturday, February 26th, 2022, at 12pm EST Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

Burial to follow in the Bloyd family plot at Brookside alongside his parents Thomas and Mary Barbara Vaughn Bloyd and brother, Billy.

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

 

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RONALD FITZGERALD OBITUARY

Posted by on Jan 28, 2022

Ronald Fitzgerald, 77, of Cheyenne, Wyoming, formerly of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of the late Walter Fitzgerald and Virginia Mae Shadwick Fitzgerald, was born November 5th, 1944, in Owensboro, Daviess County, Kentucky, and departed this life on Thursday, January 20th, 2022, at his home, peacefully resting while listening to the Beach Boys.

 

He united in marriage to Barbra Ann Rafferty on July 1st, 1967, who preceded him in death on August 2nd, 2010. Ronald professed his faith in Jesus Christ as a young child and member of Temple Baptist Church, Owensboro, Kentucky, and became a Charter Member of Campbellsville Baptist Temple, Campbellsville, Kentucky. Before his retirement, Ronald was formerly employed by Campbellsville Industries, Inc., Cox Interior, Inc., and Tec-Fab, Inc., all of Campbellsville, Kentucky.

 

Ronald is survived by two sons and one daughter:  Milton Douglas Fitzgerald and Wife Ann Michael of Cheyenne, Wyoming; Kymberli Ann Fitzgerald of Campbellsville, Kentucky; and Walter Anderson Fitzgerald and Wife, Cindy Elizabeth, of Campbellsville, Kentucky. Eleven Grandchildren: Charles Weston Fitzgerald and Wife, Kayla Ruth of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Michael Nicole Bohlinger and Husband, Joseph Mark of Cheyenne, Wyoming; Kristin Mackenzie McKinney and Husband, Jason Taylor of Greensburg, Kentucky; LaQuinta Beth Waldren and Husband, Sean Patrick Jr of Campbellsville, Kentucky; Benjamin McCoy Fitzgerald of Campbellsville, Kentucky; Austin Blaze Fitzgerald of Minot, North Dakota; Dason Alex Lawless of Campbellsville, Kentucky; Bryanna Chantel Fitzgerald of Campbellsville, Kentucky; Lexx Allen Lawless of Campbellsville, Kentucky; Caleb Aaron Lawless of Campbellsville, Kentucky; Rex Alexander Fitzgerald of Campbellsville, Kentucky.  Nine Great Grandchildren:  Clayton Scott Hicks, Jaxon Douglas Hicks, and Anson Jett Bohlinger, all of Cheyenne, Wyoming; Kalli Marie McKinney, Jazlyn Taylor McKinney, Rylan Kade McKinney, and Declan Jase McKinney, all of Greensburg, Kentucky; Sean Patrick Waldren III and Luna Mae Waldren, both of Campbellsville, Kentucky. One Sister, Linda Sue Fitzgerald Crabtree and Husband, Roger Dale, of Owensboro, Kentucky. Two Sisters-in-Law:  Juanita Rafferty Ford and Husband, Donald Louis, and Mary Nell Rafferty Cox, both of Campbellsville, Kentucky. Several Nieces and Nephews and a host of other Relatives and Friends.

 

Ronald was preceded in death by two Brothers: Donald Fitzgerald and Barry Lee Fitzgerald, of Owensboro, Kentucky and two Brothers-in-Law; Benjamin Carroll Rafferty and Dannie Dale Cox, and one Sister-in-Law; Linda Joyce Winfrey, all of Campbellsville, Kentucky.

 

Ronald will be remembered as a loving Husband and Father, but most importantly as a Man of Faith; having lived a life according to his favorite Bible verse. Second Timothy 2:15, “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth” (KJV).

 

VISITATION: Saturday, January 29th, 2022, from 10am-11:30am EST at Campbellsville Baptist Temple, Campbellsville, Kentucky.

 

FUNERAL: Saturday, January 29th, 2022, at 11:30am EST at Campbellsville Baptist Temple, Campbellsville, Kentucky.

 

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JUSTIN LEE GEORGE OBITUARY

Posted by on Jan 25, 2022

Justin Lee George, 34, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of Laura Conley, of Campbellsville, Kentucky and the late Larry George, was born February 11th, 1987, in Cleburne, Texas, and departed this life on Sunday, January 16th, 2022.

Justin was the owner of Modfathers Vapor in Campbellsville and Lebanon. He was always willing to help people when they came into the store. He dearly loved his friends and family.

Justin is survived by:

One sister: Heather Owsley and her husband, Eric, of Kendallville, Indiana.

One brother: Skyler George of Campbellsville, Kentucky.

Grandparents: Shirley Conley of Greensburg and Gene George of Whitney, Texas.

Three nieces and nephews: Jaxton, Bradyn, and Paisleigh Owsley of Kendallville, Indiana.

Besides his father, Justin is preceded in death by:

Grandparents: Bill Conley, Peggy Jolley, and Glenn Jolley.

The service for Justin George will be privately at Auberry Funeral Home with cremation to follow.

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

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GARY KEITH HUGHES OBITUARY

Posted by on Jan 19, 2022

Gary Keith Hughes, 70, of Elkhorn, Kentucky, son of the late Robert Hughes and Connie Victoria Elliot, was born August 26th, 1951, in Taylor County and departed this life on Monday, January 17th, 2022, in Lexington, Kentucky.

He united in marriage to Shirley Bault Hughes on June 19th, 1970, who survives.

He professed his faith in Christ and was of Baptist Faith. He attended Yuma Baptist Church and was a Chairman of Ushers for the church. Gary was drafted and served time during the Vietnam War for the Army. He enjoyed farming and was the owner and operator of Hughes Enterprises of trailers, parts, and sales. He loved all his family and friends dearly.

Gary is also survived by:

One daughter: Connie Newton and her husband, Michael, of Campbellsville.

Three grandchildren: Faith Newton, Baylee Newton, and Robert Newton of Campbellsville.

Three brothers: Wayne Hughes, and his wife, Gladys, of Casey County; Larry Hughes and his wife, Linda, of Knifley; Roger Hughes and his wife, Donna, of Campbellsville.

Two sisters: Mildred Druin of Campbellsville and Doris Reynolds of Campbellsville.

Besides his parents, Gary is preceded in death by:

Four sisters: Margret Hughes, Jewell Hughes, Shirley Hughes, and Barbara Henderson.

One brother: Orville Hughes.

VISITATION: Friday, January 21st, 2022, from 5pm-8pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL: Saturday, January 22nd, 2022, at 1pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

Bro. Alan Todd and Bro. Terry Wilder will be officiating the service.

Pallbearers are Cameron Wright, Cameron Hughes, Dillan Potts, David Mattingly, David Gabbert, Jeff Henderson, Stan Henderson.

Honorary Pallbearers are Wendell Lewis, Robert Newton, Micah Goodwin, George Hunt, and Gary Bault.

Burial to follow in Elliot Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for expressions of sympathy be taken in form of donations toward St. Jude Hospital Cancer Center for Kids 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. Gary Hughes at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.

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