Fred Krznarich

Posted by on Dec 12, 2022

Fred Krznarich of Buffalo, son of the late Stephen Krznarich and Edna McLean Krznarich, was born May 26, 1938 in Dayton, Ohio.  He died at 11:45 P.M., Friday, December 9, 2022 in Buffalo.   Age: 84

He professed faith in Christ and served his country honorably with the military police in the United States Army and the Army National Guard of Ohio.

Fred was a graduate of Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School and worked as a salesman and security officer for many different corporations over the years.  He will be remembered as a great outdoorsman; he shared his love for hunting, fishing and animals with his family and left them with memories they will always cherish.  Fred and his wife, Louise, were excellent hosts and took great joy in entertaining family and friends at their “Rolling K Ranch” and they made sure every guest always felt very welcome.  He enjoyed outdoor entertainment and was active in many historical frontier reenactments.

He united in marriage to Vera Louise Hash June 28, 1979 and she preceded him in death October 25, 2022 after forty-three years of marriage.

Fred is survived by two sons and one daughter:  Mike Krznarich and wife, Missy of Lebanon, Ohio,  Jeff Krznarich and wife, Sherry of Dayton, Ohio and Stephanie Krznarich and fiancé, Michael Kuehner of Columbus, Ohio; seven grandchildren:  Bradley, Kati, Kersten and fiancé Jeffrey Woods, Alex Krznarich, Ashley (Dylan) Cook,  Haven and Houston Krznarich; five great-grandchildren: Addison and Brody Krznarich, Ethan Hawkins, Brayden and Easton Woods; two sisters and one brother: Susie  Krznarich, Steve Krznarich (Sharon Borrack) and Gayle Brown of Florida; one brother-in-law and three sisters-in-law:  Gowdy Hash and wife, Vienise, Mina Hedgespeth, Billie Salsman and Shirley Underwood; nieces and nephews:  Greg Hash, Anthony Hash and wife, Denise, Jeannie Underwood, Cindy Phelps and husband, Mike, Angie Akins and Karen Redford and husband, Kevin and a host of other nieces and nephews too numerous to name as well as many other relatives and friends.

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VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE:  1:00 P.M., Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Tim Maggard

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens with full military honors by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO TAYLOR COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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BETTY LOU FARMER OBITUARY

Posted by on Dec 12, 2022

 

Betty Lou Farmer, 82, of Elkhorn, Kentucky, daughter of the late Byrd Bailey and Berthie Hovious Bailey, was born December 27, 1939, in Adair County and departed this life on Saturday, December 10, 2022.

She professed her faith in Christ and attended Knifley Christian Church. She was a homemaker and loved to spend time with her grandchildren. Betty loved to spend time gardening and really enjoyed her flowers.

She was united in marriage to Haskel Farmer, Sr. on December 19, 1955, and he preceded her in death on March 3rd, 2013.

She is survived by three sons:  Greg Farmer and fiancé, Mary Cox of Elkhorn, Michael Keith Farmer and wife, Debbie, of Shepherdsville, and Haskle Farmer, Jr. and wife, Patricia, of Shepherdsville.

Six grandchildren: Hailey Farmer of Elkhorn, Tammy Burden and husband, Jason, Tina Miller, Melinda Cissel, Melissa Hudson, and Clint Farmer, all of Shepherdsville, Kentucky.

Five great-grandchildren.

Betty was preceded in death by:

One grandson: Michael Lee Farmer.

Three bothers and three sisters: Marshall Bailey, Charles Rusty Bailey, Billy Bailey, Dorothy Beard, Mary Lee Callahan and Christine Mann.

VISITATION: Tuesday, December 13, 2022, from 5pm-8pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL: Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at 11am EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

Burial to follow in Jones Chapel Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Johnny Burress, Justin Cox, Wayne Parsley, John Peckinpaugh, Alan Cheshire, and Jason Burden.

The staff of Auberry Funeral Home would like to thank the family for entrusting us with the care and arrangements of Mrs. Betty Lou Farmer at funeral home.  May God bless you during this difficult time.

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Tyhese Carlos Moore

Posted by on Dec 12, 2022

Tyhese Carlos Moore

Mr. Tyhese Carlos Moore of Campbellsville, formerly of Aurora, Illinois, passed from this life on Friday, December 9, 2022 in Louisville at the University of Louisville Hospital. Born in Savannah, Georgia on August 16, 1986 to Carlos Moore and Marilyn (Horstead) Simmons, he was 36 years of age at the time of his passing. Mr. Moore was employed at Kentucky Cooperage in Lebanon. He was a cherished son, brother, father, and friend to many, and will be dearly missed.
He leaves to mourn his passing:
His father: Carlos Moore and wife Mandy of Pendleton, IN,
His mother: Marilyn Simmons of Campbellsville,
Seven children: Jayden Moore, Carter Bell, Tyrek Moore, Carly Shreve Moore, Kingslii Hatfield Moore, Jay Dee Franklin Moore, and Shively Moore, all of Campbellsville,
A special friend and companion: Klaudia Kelly of Campbellsville, His riding partner: Phillip Crump of Campbellsville,
A sister: Syndi Moore of Wisconsin,
Grandparents: Anna Suggs of Campbellsville, and Stella and Robert Moore, Sr. of Illinois,
An aunt: Portee’ Suggs and husband Jesse Thomas of Indiana,
An uncle: Walter Horstead and wife Joyce of Indiana,
And a host of other family members and friends.
He was also preceded in death by a brother: Zachary Moore; great grandparents: Eva and Lee Suggs; and a grandfather: Walter “Tommy” Horstead.
The family will receive friends at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY on Thursday, December 15, 2022 from 2:00-6:00 PM EST (1:00-5:00 PM CST). 
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at the James Funeral Services, 204 Hill Ave, Aurora, IL. He will be laid to rest in the Spring Lake Cemetery in Aurora following the service. 

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Owen Matthew DeSpain

Posted by on Dec 10, 2022

Owen Matthew DeSpain

Owen Matthew DeSpain, age 85 of Campbellsville, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2022 in Campbellsville, KY. Owen was born on April 4, 1937 in Campbellsville, KY, to the late Bert DeSpain and Mary Vance DeSpain. He was an employee of Greybeal Aluminum as an installer. He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Church of The Nazarene. He enjoyed loafing at The Ol’ Mule Store, piddling on the tractor and spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by his wife Jane Hood DeSpain of Campbellsville, four step-daughters: Marcia Bell and companion Alan Milby of Mt. Sherman, Loretta Druin of Shepherdsville, KY, Phyllis Montgomery of Greensburg, KY, and Shannon Watson and husband Mark of Elk Horn.
Ten Step-grandchildren, Fifteen, Step-great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Besides his parents, He was preceded in death by one son: David Owen DeSpain, two step-daughters: Betty Harris and Stacy Chavez One brother, William “Pete” DeSpain, and three grandchildren.

The funeral service for Owen Matthew DeSpain will be Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
Bro. David Young will be officiating.
Family requests visitation after 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday until time for the service.

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Joe Arnett Marsh

Posted by on Dec 9, 2022

Joe Arnett Marsh

Joe Arnett Marsh, age 90 of Knifley, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2022 in Campbellsville, KY. Joe was born on May 21, 1932 in Salyersville, KY, to the late John Franklin Marsh and Lutie Arnett Marsh. He was a welder and a union worker. He enjoyed being outdoors, working as a mechanic and just a “jack of all trades”.
He is survived by two daughters: Laura Haber and husband Howard and Cindy Wills all of Ohio. Four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and two great great-grandchildren also survive.
Besides his parents, He was preceded in death by his wife Frances Marsh, one son and one daughter: David Marsh and Tina Marsh, two sisters and four brothers.
The family has chosen cremation and all services will be private.
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville in charge of arrangements.

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George Edward Eon

Posted by on Dec 9, 2022

George Edward Eon

George Edward Eon, age 69 of Campbellsville passed away peacefully on December 7, 2022 in Lexington, KY. George was born on February 21, 1953, in La Grange, Texas, to Moses and Marjorie Eon. He graduated from the University of Texas with a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism and Communications.
George began his career as a radio and news director in Texas before moving to Campbellsville in 1987, where he established his financial practice with Edward Jones. He went on to become a regional leader and general partner for Edward Jones and retired in 2009 after 22 years with the firm.
George was an avid sports fan, particularly of University of Kentucky and University of Texas basketball, and Dallas Cowboys football. He also loved to travel and did so extensively with his family and friends. He was known as a generous, loving, and supportive husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and community member and friend to all. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Campbellsville.
He is survived by his wife, Suzie, of 47 years; daughter Rachel Parish, son-in-law Shayne Parish, and grandchildren Jax, Katy, and Logan Parish; two brothers: Roy and his wife Susie Eon, and Jerry Kunetka; sister-in-law Pam Eon; three nephews and two nieces along with numerous friends and associates. He is preceded in death by his father, Moses Eon, mother, Marjorie Eon Kunetka, his stepfather, Jerry “Tot” Kunetka and brother Larry Eon.
The family has chosen cremation. A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held after the new year. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation or a charity of your choice.

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William “Tonnie” Ford

Posted by on Dec 7, 2022

William “Tonnie” Ford

On the afternoon of December 4, 2022 Tonnie Ford passed away peacefully. He was being visited and comforted by family members at Taylor Regional Hospital at the time of his passing. Tonnie was 87 years old.

Tonnie was born on April 10, 1935 in Campbellsville, Kentucky. He was the son of the late Joe and Evelyn Ford

Tonnie was a graduate of Taylor County High School where he was a star basketball player.

He was a Navy veteran and served aboard the USS Hickox.

Tonnie graduated from radiology school in Ashville, NC.

In 1958, he married Vangie Gurganus Ford. They were married for 54 years prior to her passing.

Tonnie was the Director of Laboratory & Pathology at Taylor Regional Hospital where he retired in 1998. He later served on their Board of Directors from 2000 – 2009.

Tonnie professed faith in Jesus Christ and attended Campbellsville Baptist Church.

He was the president of the Sandy Y Social Club where he spent many hours hunting, camping and sharing tall tales and laughs with his friends.

Tonnie enjoyed daily visits to Druthers Restaurant where he and friends drank coffee and swapped stories, gossip, current events and political views.

Tonnie was preceded in death by his wife Vangie Ford and a sister Joan Mann.

Tonnie is survived by two sons: Van and wife Becky Ford, Todd and wife Kim Ford, and honorary son Kevin Dunn all of Campbellsville. He is also survived by four grandsons: Ben and wife Jordan Ford, Steve Ford and Leland Ford all of Campbellsville, Ryan and wife Emily Ford of Franklin. He is also survived by seven great-grandchildren: Zachary Hall of Bedford, Devon Kiskadon, Marine Corps Camp Pendleton, CA, Desmond Ford, Zachary Patton, Hunter Ford, Ethan Ford and Elissa Ford all of Campbellsville, and four great great-grandchildren. He is survived by a brother, Henry Ford of Campbellsville and a host of nieces, nephews friends.

A memorial service will be conducted at the Campbellsville Baptist Church in Campbellsville, Kentucky on Thursday, December 8th, 2022 at 10 A.M. with Interment at Campbellsville Memorial Gardens at a later date.

A memorial visitation will be Wednesday, December 7th, 2022 at 5 – 8 P.M. at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home

 

Memorials are requested to be made to the American Heart Association and can be made at the funeral home.

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Velda Underwood Shofner Stevenson

Posted by on Dec 7, 2022

 

Velda Underwood Shofner Stevenson of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Bradley Underwood and Jessie Sprowles Underwood, was born March 25, 1939 in the Attilla Community of Taylor County, Kentucky.  She died at 3:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 6, 2022 in Greensburg.    Age:  83

She professed faith in Christ early in life and was a dedicated Christian.  Velda loved playing piano and singing, especially old time gospel music.

Velda was a retired family caregiver and farmer.

She united in marriage to Jimmy Shofner December 24, 1955 and he preceded her in death December 22, 1981.  She later united in marriage to Howard Stevenson and he preceded her in death October 7, 2011.

Velda enjoyed quilting, gardening and working in her flower garden.  Hobbies also included canning, freezing, driving the tractor and raking hay.

She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Vinessa and Jeff Johnson of Hodgenville; four grandchildren:  Joshua Johnson and wife, Kelly of Knoxville, Tennessee, Justin Johnson and wife, Melissa of Vine Grove, Candace Tims of Louisville and Jessica Shofner of Hodgenville; seven great-grandchildren:  Derrick Biven, Paige Tims, Dalton Tims, Hallie Johnson, Silas Johnson, Micah Johnson and Caden Brown; five brothers and one sister:  Nolan Eugene Underwood and wife, Rita, Sheridan Underwood and wife, Nina, Henry Underwood and wife, Debbie, Donnie Underwood and Mary Ann Rice of Campbellsville and Deatrice Underwood and wife, Linda of Texas; a sister-in-law, Carol Underwood of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by a son, Dwayne Shofner in 2008 and two brothers and one sister:  Gradie Underwood, Cecil Underwood and Vivian Underwood.

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VISITATION:  10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE:  2:00 P.M., Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Joshua Johnson, Justin Johnson and Candace Tims

BURIAL: Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery, Larue County, Kentucky

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THE SCLERODERMA FOUNDATION OR THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION  AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Faubus Cox Switzer, 62

Posted by on Dec 6, 2022

Mr. Faubus Cox Switzer of Bardstown passed from this life on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at his home. Born in Jeffersontown on June 14, 1960 to the late Richard Mitchell and Mildred Lucille (Wilkins) Switzer, he was 62 years of age at the time of his passing. Mr. Switzer loved sci-fi movies and working with his hands, and enjoyed making speakers or tinkering on cars. He was a devoted husband and a cherished dad (that made the best omelettes), and very likely could be voted the worlds best grandpa. 
He leaves to cherish his memory:
His wife: Tina Sue (Johnson) Switzer,
A daughter: Fannah Renea Hall and husband Derek,
Three grandchildren: A’Miracle Mercy Hall, Josiah Matthew Hall, and Malachiah Andrew Hall,
Three brothers: Richard Mitchell Switzer, Junius Owen Switzer and wife Donna, and Luther Roosevelt Switzer and wife Ellen,
And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends. 
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Switzer on Friday, December 9, 2022 at 12:00 noon at the Bardstown Apostolic Sanctuary, 111 Plaza Dr, Bardstown, KY. Pastor Tim Acree will officiate. Interment will follow in the Bardstown City Cemetery. 
The family will receive friends at the church on Friday, Dec. 9, from 10:00 AM until time for the service. 

 

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Eva Pauline Mardis Graves

Posted by on Dec 6, 2022

Eva Pauline Mardis Graves departed this life December 5, 2022.  She was born September 2, 1934 to the late Owen Mardis and the late Ola Phillips Mardis.  She united in marriage to the late Frank Ingram Graves on September 27, 1962.

She had put her faith in Jesus Christ and was a long time member of Friendship Baptist Church in the Bengal Community of Taylor County.  She was very active with some of her activities over the years being a Sunday School teacher, Christmas Program leader, Women’s Missionary Union member, on the Hospitality Committee helping with church fellowship  meals, coordinating  Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes and preparing VBS refreshments that included her beloved Kool Aid slush many years.

She was also preceded in death by four brothers:  James Mardis, Albert Mardis, William “Bill” Mardis and Norman Mardis.

She is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law:  Marsha and Allen Wood and Anne and Bill Sanders of Campbellsville, Kentucky and Kristi and Kenny Dillingham of New Mexico; two grandchildren:  Jessica Honea of Bardstown, Kentucky and Jordan (Heather) Sanders of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky; eight great-grandchildren:  Scott Hall, Blaze Honea, Zach  Honea, Noah Durham, Khynleigh Cobb, Arianna Sanders, Olivia Sanders and Camryn Sanders.

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VISITATION:  5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE:  11:00 A.M., Friday, December 9, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Kent Ashley and Rev. Bill Sanders

BURIAL:                       Brookside Cemetery

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES OR HOSPARUS OF GREEN RIVER AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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