Robert Turner Farris

Posted by on Apr 21, 2023

Robert Turner Farris of Creston, Illinois, passed away on April 13, 2023 at his home with his family by his side.  He was born August 6, 1934 at Red Fern, near Campbellsville, Kentucky.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruth (Wayne) and Omer Farris, and children, Deborah, Robert, Julie and Joseph.  Robert is survived by three children,  Denise Farris, Elizabeth (Jason) Wreath and Donald Farris; grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of seven.

Robert was a member of Union Pipefitters Local 597 since 1956.

He enjoyed Moto Guzzi motorcycles and being the IL State MGNOC Club Rep for many years, as well as touring Europe and much of the U.S. on them.  He was an avid reader with many interests and mechanical hobbies, including antique cars and steam engines.  He also enjoyed many yearly get togethers as his home as well as going to Steam Engine Shows to share his hobby.

He was laid to rest in the Harding Family Cemetery in Campbellsville, Kentucky on April 17, 2023.  A local memorial service to follow.

Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

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Opal Lea Wood

Posted by on Apr 21, 2023

Opal Lea Wood of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Earl E. Cox and Flossie Ella Cave Cox, was born in Taylor County, Kentucky.  She died at 2:20 P.M., Wednesday, April 19, 2023 in Campbellsville.

She professed her faith in Christ and was a member of Meadowview Baptist Church.

Opal was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville.

She is survived by two daughters and one son:  Shiela Newcomb and husband, Sam of Frankfort, Sharon Arrowood and husband, Henry of Smyrna, Tennessee and Steve Wood and companion, DeLisa Patterson of Campbellsville; five

grandchildren:  Ryan Newcomb and wife, Ashley of Frankfort, Daniel Arrowood and wife, Kristy and April Sneed and husband, David of Smyrna, Tennessee, Brittany Wood-Perkins and husband, Isaiah, Ashley Thomas and husband, Brandon of Campbellsville; great-grandchildren: Elle Newcomb, Claudia Newcomb, Sawyer Arrowood, Amity Parker and Brylee Sneed and several other great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

The family would like to thank the staff and employees of Grandview Nursing and Rehab for their care and compassion during their mother’s stay.

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There will be a private graveside service at Brookside Cemetery in Campbellsville

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO BROOKSIDE CEMETERY ASSOCIATON AND BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Lille Autumn Dotson, 21

Posted by on Apr 21, 2023

Lillie Autumn Michele “MNM” Dotson, 21, a resident of Columbus, Indiana, passed from this life Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.

Lillie was born in Columbus, October 18, 2001. Lillie was raised and cared for by her loving grandmother, Rosie Legan.

Lillie was currently a senior at Columbus North High School where she would have graduated in May 2023. She always loved being around her family and friends and she felt great comfort when she was in their presence. Lillie embodied a kind, charismatic and beautiful soul given to us as a gift in the form of a miracle. Some would call her a hero for her ability to inspire, persevere and conquer the near impossible. May we all celebrate her incredible journey and bless the world in ways only she could.

Lillie will be remembered by her loving family, her grandmother, Rosie Legan of Columbus; grandfather, Tom Dotson of Columbus; brothers, Tristan Walls and Ryan Hadley both of Columbus; uncle, Tommy Dotson of Indianapolis; and many great-aunts and uncles, cousins, and extended family.

Family and friends may gather for visitation from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home on Washington Street in Columbus Indiana.

The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 29, 2023, at L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Road, Campbellsville, Kentucky with burial in the Jones Chapel Cemetery.

 Bro. Freddy Thompson will officiate.

Visitation in Kentucky will be from 11 a.m. until service time Saturday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family through the L.R. Petty Funeral Home.

Condolences and special memories may be shared with the family and video tribute may be seen at barkesweaverglick.com or lrpetty.com

 

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Bettye Jane Gray Cox

Posted by on Apr 20, 2023

Bettye Jane Gray Cox, age 86, formerly of Campbellsville, passed away at the home of her daughter, Toni Elaine Llauger, on April 16, 2023.  Bettye was born in Campbellsville on October 29, 1936, and has lived in Tampa, Florida, since 1963.   She is predeceased by her husband, Leslie Barnett Cox, her parents, Joe and Helen Gray, brothers Joe Gray, Jr, Eugene Gray and Robert Gray, all of Campbellsville.  She is survived by her children, Leslye Ann Chianese, Bonny Sue King, (Thomas), Robert Allen Cox, (Judy), Pamela Gail Murtha (Tim), and Toni Elaine Llauger, all of Tampa, Florida.  In addition, she is survived by her grandchildren Melissa Lynn Messick, Land o’ Lakes Florida, Thomas King, Jr., Tampa, Florida, Tanya Rechelle Cosby, Land o’ Lakes, Florida, Ambria Nicole Llauger-Torres of Lakeland, Florida and Cecily Margaret Llauger of Hahira, Georgia.  She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Matthew Allen Cosby, Madison Danielle Cosby, Ashley Nicole Cosby, Avery Grace Cosby, all of Land o’ Lakes, Florida, and Beckham Gray Gibbs of Hahira, Georgia.

Our family would like to express our deep love and appreciation to Ambria Nicole Llauger and Madison Danielle Cosby for the endless hours of love and compassion they provided to their grandmother during her final days.   Their love, compassion and kindness insured that her final days were respectful and honored.

Bettye was a lifelong member of Robinson Creek Baptist Church.

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Visitation will be held from 10:00A.M.- 1:00 P.M.,  on Monday, April 24, 2023 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville.

Services will be held at 1:00 P.M., on Monday, April 24, 2023, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville.

Interment will be at Campbellsville Memorial Gardens, Campbellsville, Kentucky.

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO BLUEGRASS WAY  AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Thomas E. Walters, 78

Posted by on Apr 18, 2023

Thomas E. Walters, 78

Mr. Thomas E. Walters, 78, of the Levelwood community passed from this life on Sunday, April 16, 2023 at his home following an extended illness. He was born on December 13, 1944 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Finley B. and Marjorie Jean (Bogan) Walters, and was of the Christian faith. He was a retired heavy-duty diesel mechanic. Mr. Walters was a veteran, having served his country honorably in the United States Navy, and was a lifetime member of the Petaluma, CA VFW Post 1929.

He leaves to cherish his memory:

His wife of 55 years: Mrs. Jeanne Marie (Chiantelli) Walters,

Three children: Marjorie Lee Sabino and husband Eric of Hodgenville, Cherie Marie Altman and husband Timothy of Campbellsville, and Thomas M. Walters and wife Kristen of Campbellsville,

A sister-in-law: Fran Walters of Bacaville, CA,

Seven grandchildren,

Six step-grandchildren,

Five great-grandchildren,

Twelve step great-grandchildren,

And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.

Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by three siblings: Janice Jalowsky, Robert B. Walters, and Carol Jalowsky.

   At the request of Mr. Walters, a private graveside funeral service will be conducted at the Flying W Cemetery in Larue County.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to Hosparus of Green River. Those can be made in person at the funeral home.

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Frances Griffin Benningfield

Posted by on Apr 17, 2023

Frances Griffin Benningfield of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Edwin Griffin and Susie Caulk Griffin, was born in Campbellsville and died at 3:15 A.M., Sunday, April 16, 2023 in Campbellsville.

She professed her faith in Christ and was a dedicated member of Elkhorn Methodist Church for more than fifty-eight years.

Frances was a former employee of Fruit of the Loom where she was the second shift cafeteria manager. She loved being with her family and was always ready for a road trip. She enjoyed her flowers and began each day with two chocolate kisses; she had quite a sweet tooth. Frances was a fifty-eight year cancer survivor.

She united in marriage to Nolan Herald Benningfield July 13, 1965 and he preceded her in death December 12, 1996.

Frances is survived by one son and one daughter: John Benningfield and wife, Debbie and Nola Gaddis and husband, Ritchie of Campbellsville; three grandchildren: Jessica Childs and husband, Rich, Faith Gaddis and Joshua Gaddis; one great-grandson, Jonathan Coppage; one daughter-in-law, Helen Benningfield and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Jim Benningfield; two grandchildren: Jonathan Lyle Benningfield and Kristen Ann Benningfield and one sister, Helen Griffin Shofner.

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VISITATION:  9:00 – 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral H

FUNERAL SERVICE:  11:00 A.M., Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home by Bro. Ronnie Dooley

BURIAL:   Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR ELKHORN METHODIST CHURCH AND BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Shirley Ann Gabehart, 85

Posted by on Apr 15, 2023

Mrs. Shirley Ann Gabehart of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Clarence and Flossie (Gribbins) Whitehouse, passed peacefully from this life on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at the Grandview Nursing and Rehab facility after an extended illness. She was born in Bradfordsville on July 17, 1937, and was 85 years of age. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Mannsville Christian Church. She had united in marriage to Mr. James Alden Gabehart; he preceded her in death in 1993. Mrs. Gabehart retired from Lee’s Famous Recipe following 47 years of service.

She leaves to cherish her memory:

Two son: Gregory L. Gabehart of Indiana, and Jimmy Gabehart (Sherry) of Campbellsville,

Two chosen children: J. Paul and Dave Newton of Campbellsville,

Four grandchildren: Lyndsay Seaton of Indiana, Chris Gabeha

rt (Courtney) of Taylorsville, Storm “Bear” Gabehart (Missy) of Versailles, and Patric Gabehart (Angel) of Berea,

Five great-grandchildren: Landon, Maddie, Hank, Lacy, and Leah,

And a host of extended family members and friends.

She was also preceded in death by three siblings: Imogene Holland, William “Fuzzy” Whitehouse, and L.C. Whitehouse.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Gabehart on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. She will be laid to rest in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

The family requests visitation after 9:00 AM on Tuesday.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to Hosparus of Green River or Mannsville Christian Church. Those can be made in person at the funeral home.

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Domenic Luciano Garcia, infant

Posted by on Apr 15, 2023

Domenic Luciano Garcia, the infant son of Jesus Olivera Garcia and Amber Stagner of Campbellsville, entered and departed this world on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 in Lebanon at the Springview Hospital.

Besides his parents, he is survived by his grandparents: Richard Allen Stagner, Sheila Lorraine VanRensselaer, Rosalina Olivera and husband Julio Cesar Chavez and Miguel Garcia Ayala.

Also surviving is his siblings: Jesus Valentino Garcia and Clementine Rhianne Garcia and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends.

No services are scheduled.

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville in charge of arrangements.

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Rose Wheeler, 101

Posted by on Apr 14, 2023

Rose Wheeler of Campbellsville, KY, was born September 20, 1921 in Oak Harbor, Washington to the late Claude and Minnie Johnson and departed this life on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 in Campbellsville at the Taylor Regional Hospital. She was 101 years of age.

She was a former appliance store owner and operator and was of the Christian Faith.

Rose enjoyed playing cards, arts and crafts, camping, rock hounding and boating near the San Juan Island.

She united in marriage to Fred Wheeler, who preceded her in death in 2002.

Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by ten brothers and sisters: Wes, Ike, Boyd, Cliff, Mildred, Aletha, John, Marie, Doris and Vern.

Survivors include her children: Mark Wheeler and wife Pam of Hayden, Idaho, Pam Medgard and husband Harley of Summersville, KY, Don Wheeler and wife Irmel of Tucson, Arizona and Perry Wheeler and wife Chris of Anacortes, Washington.

Also, eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, a sister; Doris and a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside Service for Rose Wheeler, will be Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 12:00 P.M. the Maple Leaf Cemetery in Oak Harbor, Washington with burial to follow. 

L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville in charge of arrangements.

 

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Amanda Pile

Posted by on Apr 11, 2023

Amanda Jean Hodges Pile, 47, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, daughter of Clarence William Hodges and Deborah Jean Lemmon Hodges, was born December 26th, 1975, in Louisville, Kentucky, and departed this life on Sunday, April 9th, 2023, in Louisville, Kentucky.

Amanda had a passion for photography. She loved reading and devoted herself in prayer.

She professed faith in Christ and attended East Campbellsville Church of God.

 

Besides her parents, she is survived by:

One son, Joseph Brandon Wayne Pile, of Campbellsville

One grandson, Michael Aiden Daniel Pile, of Campbellsville

Five sisters and one brother: Stephanie Sue Hodges and husband, Chad, of Campbellsville; Jennifer Lynn Law and husband, Michael, of Chapel Hill, North Carolina; Daniel William Hodges of Campbellsville; Ashley Nicole Hodges of Radcliff; Tiffney Michelle Tucker and husband, Jeremy, of Campbellsville; and Katie Ann Hester and husband, Rob, of Louisville

One grandfather, Ralph Lemmon of Campbellsville

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

 

VISITATION: Friday, April 14th, 2023, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL: Friday, April 14th, 2023, at 1:00 pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville. Burial to follow in Montgomery Cemetery in Greensburg, Kentucky

Reverend Tom Carnahan will be officiating the service.

 

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

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