Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 17, 2024
George Stanley Parker, Jr., of Campbellsville, the son of the late George Stanley Parker, Sr. and Jeanette Bertha Koger Parker, was born June 10, 1943 in Council Bluffs, IA and departed this life on Monday, January 15, 2024 at Green Hill Manor in Greensburg. He was 80 years of age.
He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Campbellsville, He was a retired custodian for Taylor Co. Schools, a former truck driver and tow boat operator. He loved fishing, hunting, shooting guns, and spending time with grandkids and family.
Survivors include his wife: Ruby Coaker Parker, six children: Jennifer Clements (Timmy) of Campbellsville, Jeanna Manzitto (Tony) of Iowa, Jaron Parker (Sam) of Nebraska, Michael Smith of Monticello, Diana Smith and Timothy Williams both of Campbellsville. Sixteen grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
Also surviving are two brothers: Dave Parker (Susie) and Steve Parker (Marie) both of Iowa.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two daughters: Jodie Parker and Jill Renee Swartz, and one brother: Tom Parker.
There will be a funeral service for George Stanley Parker Jr. at 6:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 23, 2024, in the chapel of L.R. Petty Funeral Home with cremation to follow.
The family requests visitation on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 4:00 P.M. until the time of the service.
Memorials are suggested to be donations to the funeral expense fund and can be made at the funeral home.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 17, 2024
Mrs. Dollie Jean Shelby of Campbelsville passed from this life on Monday, January 15, 2024 at the Green Hill Nursing and Rehab Center after an extended illness. Born in Flint, Michigan to the late Clair and Lilyan (Goatlander) Ellis on July 14, 1943, She was 80 years of age at the time of her passing. She was a retired associate of Southern States and the United States Postal Service, and was of the Episcopalian faith. She enjoyed her time outside, and was an avid gardener. Mrs. Shelby was full of love for her family, friends, and animals, and loved walking in the woods with her dogs Missy and Buddy. She had united in marriage to Mr. Leon Robert Shelby, Jr., and shared a lifetime of stories and travels. Following his death in 2017, she continued to share the joys of travel with her close friend Jean Wallace.
She leaves to cherish her memory:
Two children: Julie Powell of Campbellsville, and Roberta Powell of Winchester,
Two: stepchiuldren: Sharon Boyd of Michigan, and Stephen Shelby of Texas,
Two siblings: Clairene Striler and Walter Ellis, both of Michigan,
Nine grandchildren,
One great-grandchild,
And a host of other family members and friends.
At the request of Mrs. Shelby, cremation was accorded her by the L.R. Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Campbellsville. All services were held privately.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 16, 2024
Dorothy H. Wright Dewitt, of Greensburg, the daughter of the late Roy Bell and Mae Bennett Bell, was born October 23, 1935, in Campbellsville, KY, and departed this life on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Green Hill Manor in Greensburg. She was 88 years of age.
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church. She was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom. She enjoyed watching television, gardening, working in the yard, and playing with her dogs.
Survivors include four children: Donna Bishop of Greensburg, Paul Wright (Linda) of Hodgenville, Nathan Dewitt (Nancy), and Norman Dewitt and companion Melinda Cox all of Campbellsville.
Four grandchildren: Rebecca Bennett, Bob Bishop, Misty Wright, and Scott (Kim) Wright. Six great-grandchildren: Blake Chaudoin, Katie Chaudoin, Allen Murphy, Faith Wright, Caroline Wright, and Tyler Wright.
Also surviving is one sister: Jane Underwood of Campbellsville along with a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Besides her parents, She was preceded in death by her husband: Stanley Dewitt, One brother and sister-in-law: Roy and Carolene Bell, and a brother-in-law: Chandler Underwood.
There will be a funeral service for Dorothy H. Wright Dewitt at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, January 21, 2024, in the chapel of L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
Bro. Joe Whitlock and Bro. Jimmy York will officiate.
The family requests visitation on Sunday, January 21, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service.
Memorials are suggested to be donations to Gideon Bibles or the funeral expense fund and can be made at the funeral home.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 16, 2024
Bobby Dean Cox, of Campbellsville, the son of the late Willard “Hoogie” Cox and Hallie (Rash) Ratcliff, was born September 19, 1950, in Casey County, KY, and departed this life on Sunday, January 14, 2024, in Campbellsville at the Taylor Regional Hospital. He was 73 years of age.
He was a contract brick layer and was of the Baptist faith.
Bobby enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a son: Ricky Cox; two brothers: Robert Don Cox and James “Pill” Cox; a sister: Gay Reed; and a step-granddaughter.
Survivors include his wife: Evelyn (Garrett) Cox; a son: Bobby Dean Cox, Jr of Miami, Florida; a step-son: Raymond “Buzzy” Simpson and wife Chasity of Summersville.
Also a brother: Paul Cox and wife Cedell of Shepherdsville; two half-brothers: James Cox and wife Amanda of Nancy, KY, and Junior Ratcliff of Greensburg; three grandchildren, three step-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a special friend: Chad Rooker; two sisters-in-law: Margaret Cox and Connie Gribbins; and a host of other relatives and friends.
The funeral service for Bobby Dean Cox will be Friday, January 19, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Tallow Creek Cemetery.
Bro. Roger Bland will be officiating.
The family requests visitation after 11:00 A.M. Friday until the time for the service.
Serving as pallbearers will be Junior Ratcliff, Raymond Simpson, Justin Simpson, Chad Rooker, April Cox, and Roy Newton.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 16, 2024
Danny Wayne Vanover, of Campbellsville, the son of the late Lillian Mullins Vanover, was born October 13, 1952 in Seco, KY and departed this life on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at Norton Hospital in Louisville. He was 71 years of age.
He professed faith in Christ and attended Liberty Baptist Church. He served his country honorably in the United States Army as a First Sergeant, serving with Military Police, and as a recruiter. He was a patriot and proud of his 25 plus years of service. He was a former employee of Preferred Mobile Homes in Campbellsville and also in sales at Don Franklin Auto. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and his dog, Hunter. He loved God and family and was a storyteller.
He is survived by his wife Carolyn Payton Vanover, his two daughters: Tracy Vanover and Ashley Vanover. Two grandchildren: McKenzie Lile and fiancé Nate, and Zackary Lile. One great-grandson: Hudson Wayne Mitchell. One sister: Vicky Parrot (Silas) of Jenkins.
Also surviving are one Sister-in-law: Regina Vanover of Seco, one Brother–in-law: Dallas Payton (Melissa) of Campbellsville. A Niece, Hillary Roberts and a host of other extended family and friends.
Besides his mother, he was preceded in death by one brother Tommy Vanover.
There will be a funeral service for Danny Wayne Vanover at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 18, 2024 in the chapel of L.R. Petty Funeral Home. Bro. Robert Langlois will officiate. Burial will follow in the Lebanon National Cemetery with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard.
The family requests visitation on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. until time of the service.
Memorials are suggested to be donations to the Taylor County Food Bank and can be made at the funeral home.
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