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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Posted by Auberry Don on Jan 15, 2024
Walter Duane “Lightening” Followell, 76, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of the late Dewey Hamilton Followell and Nellie Gladys Paris Followell was born August 3rd, 1947, in Marion County, KY, and departed this life on January 13th, 2024 at Taylor Regional Hospital.
Duane united in marriage to Ms. Shirley Lee Coomer on October 5th, 1974. She survives.
He worked at Parker Kalon for many years. He enjoyed farming and tractors. He loved watching rodeos. Duane professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith.
Besides his wife, Duane is survived by:
Brothers and sisters-in-law: Wayne Coomer and his wife, Jane, of Campbellsville; Mary Burton and her husband, Dwight, of Columbia; and Sharon Buckman, and her husband, Joe, of Campbellsville
Four nephews: Michael and his wife, Lisa; Chris Buckman; Joey Buckman and his wife, Nicole, all of Campbellsville, and Connor Burton of Columbia
A host of other relatives and friends
Duane was preceded in death by:
Three sisters: Katherine Followell, Grover Sue Followell, and Linda Louise Followell
VISITATION: Monday, January 15th, 2024 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
FUNERAL: Tuesday, January 16th, 2024 at 12:00 pm at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
PALLBEARERS: Joe Buckman, Wayne Coomer, Dwight Burton, Michael Burton, Connor Burton, Chris Buckman, and Joey Buckman
The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mr. Walter Duane “Lightening” Followell at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 14, 2024
Danny Lewis Hunt, of Campbellsville, the son of the late Charles E. Hunt and Frances Fawcett Hunt, was born July 27, 1961 in Campbellsville and departed this life on Saturday, January 13, 2024 in Louisville. He was 62 years of age.
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Palestine Baptist Church. He was a veteran having served his country in the United States Navy. He was an electronic technician and was an installer of security systems and cameras in businesses and automobiles.
He is survived by one brother and one sister: Charles Douglas Hunt and wife Roxie of Glasgow, and Debbie Oliver and husband David of Bardstown along with a host of nieces and nephews.
There will be a graveside service to honor the life of Danny Lewis Hunt on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
Bro. Freddy Thompson will officiate.
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Jan 11, 2024
Mr. Arthur Virgil Esarey of Campbellsville passed from this life on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at the Taylor Regional Hospital. Born in Louisville on July 17, 1980, he was 43 years of age. He was a 1999 graduate of Campbellsville High School and was of the Christian faith. Mr. Esarey loved to fish and was an avid University of Louisville and Baltimore Ravens fan. He eagerly looked forward to Thanksgiving dinner cooked by his Aunt Mary. He always made sure to tell his friends “Love you brother”. His genuine kind and gentle spirit will be long remembered by all who knew him.
He leaves to cherish his memory:
Two aunts: Carmella Esarey (Sherri Davis) and Mary Ann Esarey,
Cousins: Joshua “EZ” Esarey (Samantha) and Jonathon Daniel Esarey,
A great aunt: Darlene Crone (Skip),
And a host of extended family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Ellen Esarey, two uncles, Dale Esarey and Michael Esarey, and his great-grandmother, Doris Esarey Perkins.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Esarey on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY.
Dustin Pendleton and Conley Pendleton will officiate.
Cremation will be accorded him following the service.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, Jan. 13, after 11:00 AM until the time for the service.
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Posted by Auberry Don on Jan 9, 2024
Greg Druin, 62, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of Mildred Hughes Druin and the late Noel Barkley Druin was born May 28th, 1961, in Campbellsville, KY, and departed this life on January 8th, 2024 at Taylor Regional Hospital.
Greg worked as a surgical technician at Hendricks Medical Center in Abilene for many years. He enjoyed reading and collecting comic books and action figures. He loved both Marvel and DC superheroes, with Superman being his favorite. Greg professed faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith.
Besides his mother, Greg is survived by:
One daughter, Bethany Rose Druin of Cannon Falls, MN
One sister, Paula Tally of Austin TX
Three nieces: Christina Criminger of Elgin, TX; Sarah Tally of Elgin, TX; and Courtney Tally of Austin, TX
One great niece, Charlotte Criminger of Elgin, TX
A host of other relatives and friends
Greg was preceded in death by:
His dad, Noel Barkley Druin on December 26th, 2020
His sister, Loretta Druin in September 29th, 2010
VISITATION: Friday, January 12th, 2024 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
FUNERAL: Saturday, January 13th, 2024 at 1:00 pm at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville with burial to follow in Elliot Cemetery. Bro. Alex Cox will be officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested expressions of sympathy may be 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 Mr. Greg Druin at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Jan 9, 2024
Thelma Grimes of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Everett Sprowles and Rhea Beard Sprowles, was born November 5, 1933 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 4:18 P.M., Saturday, January 6, 2024 in Campbellsville. Age: 90
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Robinson Creek Baptist Church.
Thelma was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville and a homemaker.
She united in marriage to Woodrow Grimes September 5, 1951 and he preceded her in death December 22, 2006.
Thelma is survived by two daughters: Cindy Crain and husband, Joe of Gainesville, Georgia and Patricia Veatch of Campbellsville; three grandchildren: Dalton Robertson of Gainesville, Georgia, Troy Veatch of Campbellsville and Travis Veatch and wife, Jenny of White House, Tennessee; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Thelma was also preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters: Dencil Sprowles, Herman Keith Sprowles, James Sprowles, Mattie Durham and Arvella Kearnes.
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GRAVESIDE SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Campbellsville Memorial Gardens in Campbellsville by Rev. Charles Wright
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR THE GALILEAN CHILDREN’S HOME AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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