Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 29, 2024
Brennetta Sharon Rainwater of Campbellsville, KY, the daughter of the late Ernest and Doris Gowen Price Beams was born on August 28, 1951, and departed this life on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, in Campbellsville. She was 73 years of age.
She was of the Christian faith, a homemaker, and retired from Adanta. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, playing with her grandkids, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by her loving husband Johnnie Rainwater of Campbellsville and two children: John Thomas Rainwater Jr. and wife Rhonda of San Jose, CA, and Julie Marie Kerns, and husband Mike of Russell Springs. Five grandchildren: Kristen Farmer (Kyle) of Campbellsville, Shara Dobson (Mike) of Campbellsville, Holly Burris (Anthony Boils) of Olive Hill, Alex, Gilbert of Morehead, and Dillan Kerns (Faith) of Columbia along with 17 great-grandchildren.
Also surviving are two sisters: Jane Hall and Pam Colvin and her husband Donald all of Campbellsville, a former son-in-law: Dustin Bond, and her special friend Juanita Sherrill.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter: Paula Jill Rainwater, a grandson: John Michael Milby, and a brother: Clifton Price.
Special thanks to Kristen Farmer and Shara Dobson who were her caregivers.
There will be a Funeral Service for Brennetta Sharon Rainwater on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
Bro. Steve Willis will officiate.
The family requests visitation on Monday, December 2, 2024, from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service.
Memorials are suggested to be Gideon Bibles and can be made at the funeral home.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 26, 2024
Vicki Gwilliam of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Mattie Scott Long and Albert Long, was born September 9, 1947 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 9:46 A.M, Saturday, November 23, 2024 in Bowling Green. Age: 77
Vicki is survived by two sons: James Gwilliam and wife, Sarah of Bowling Green and Will Gwilliam and wife, Nichole of Campbellsville.
Three grandchildren: Alaina, David & Adley Gwilliam.
And many other relatives and friends
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Cremation was chosen by the family and there will be no public services.
PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 22, 2024
Phyllis Tungate of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Hub Morris and Alma Morris, was born December 18, 1946 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 8:08 P.M, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 in Campbellsville. Age: 77
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Campbellsville Baptist Temple.
She was a retired hem sleeve employee with Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville and had also worked at Campbellsville Apparel.
Phyllis united in marriage to Eric Tungate fifty-nine years ago.
She was a devoted wife and mother,
Besides her husband, Eric Tungate of Campbellsville, Phyllis is survived by one son and one daughter: Timmy Tungate and wife, Rockie of Greensburg and Tammy Thompson of Campbellsville; six grandchildren: Kyle Tungate (Sam Allen), Shalyn Perkins (Matthew Perkins), Tyler Thompson (Andrea Bault), Lukas Tungate (Kelly Woody), Landace Tungate (Jeremy DeSpain) and Leaha Tungate; five great-grandchildren and one on the way: Jayden Etherton, Thea Tungate, Axton Tungate, Penelope Perkins and Dallas DeSpain; two special grandchildren: Audrey Judd and Gracie Judd; one sister, Shirldean Carter of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Phyllis was also preceded in death by a brother, George Lindsay.
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VISITATION: 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., Monday, November 25, 2024 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Pastor Bob Cutler
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 20, 2024
Rodger Glenn Alvin Cox of Campbellsville, KY, the son of the late Wallace Alvin Cox and Naomi Jean Wise Cox was born on December 28, 1948, in the Gaddis Ridge Community of Taylor County, KY, and departed this life on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at the Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville. He was 75 years of age.
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Farmers Chapel First Church of God. He was a graduate of the University of Kentucky and received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Louisville – Brandeis School of Law. He worked as an attorney for many years. He enjoyed reading and watching movies but he enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Benningfield Cox and two step-children: Nicholas Murray and his wife Brook of California, and Miles Murray and fiance’ Brandy and her children Brylee and Layla of Campbellsville. Six Step-grandchildren: Carter, Jack, Dominic, Ian, Ethan, and Pearl.
Also surviving are four brothers and four sisters: Mitchell Cox (Cindy) of Campbellsville, Gary Cox (Kay) of Campbellsville, Ricky Cox (Connie) of Elizabethtown, Donnie Cox (Cheryl) of London, Barbara Gribbins (Greg) of Campbellsville, Cheryl Sullivan (Randy) of Campbellsville, Nancy Cox and husband Justin Galli of New York, Connie Arnold (Jeff) of Campbellsville along with a host of brother-in-law’s, sister-in-law’s, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother: Robert Cox
Cremation was chosen and there will be a graveside service for Rodger Glenn Alvin Cox on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. at the Jones Chapel Cemetery in Elk Horn.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 20, 2024
Betty E. Johns, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024, at the age of 82. She was born on April 14, 1942, to Arthur and Evelyn Upchurch, who preceded her in death.
Betty is survived by her devoted husband, Kevin Johns, with whom she shared many wonderful years. She is also survived by her loving children, Sherry Bowen and her husband, Larry, and Allen Gaddis and his wife, Tonia. Betty also loved and cherished her five grandchildren: Amelia Bowen, Jessa, Jaxon, June and Jenny Gaddis, who brought her immense joy and pride. Also surviving is a stepson, Nick Johns.
Also preceding her in death were her brothers, Teddy and Eddie Upchurch, as well grandsons, Ethan Bowen and Joel Gaddis.
Betty’s life was filled with love and beauty, reflected in her passion for hummingbirds and her vibrant décor and landscape, where she nurtured beautiful flowers that mirrored her gentle and caring nature. She shared a close bond with her siblings, including her sister, Brenda Loy, and her brother, Reed Upchurch and his wife Shirley, as well as her sister-in-law, Carol Upchurch.
Betty was a long-time employee of Fruit of the Loom having been a quality control technician. She continued many friendships made from her time at Fruit.
Betty will be remembered for her warm spirit, boundless love for her family, and the joy she found in life’s simple pleasures. Her memory will forever live in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
A celebration of Betty’s life will be held at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville with the family receiving visitors at 10 AM – 1 PM, Friday, November 22, 2024 and the funeral service to be at 1 PM. You are invited to join family and friends as we gather to honor her legacy.
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BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
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Posted by Auberry Don on Nov 18, 2024
Ruby English, 93, of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Ollie Pendleton and Martha Gaskins Pendleton was born July 7th, 1931 in Columbia, Kentucky and departed this life on Sunday, November 17th, 2024 at Grandview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Campbellsville.
Ruby united in marriage to Mr. George English on May 7th, 1955. He preceded her in death on June 17th, 1974.
Ruby was a longtime employee of Scotts in downtown Campbellsville.
Ruby is survived by:
Two brothers and one sister: Bobby Pendleton of Whiteland, IN; Vidus Pendleton and his wife, Nina, of Franklin, IN; and Ruth Hutchison of Columbia
Her dear friend, Dwalla Akridge of Campbellsville
Several nieces and nephews
A host of other family and friends
Besides her husband, Ruby was preceded in death by:
Three brothers: Kenneth Pendleton, Carl Pendleton, and Howard Pendleton
VISITATION: Wednesday, November 20th, 2024 from 7:00 am – 12:00 pm at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.
FUNERAL: Wednesday, November 20th, 2024 at 12:00 pm at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville with burial to follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
PALLBEARERS: Mark Hutchison, Randy Hutchison, Mark Curry, Matthew Sanders, Zach Hutchison, and Anthony Arnold
HONORARY PALLBEARERS: Ram Harwell, Rodney McMahan, Todd Corbin, Matthew Davis, and Dave Debrot
Expressions of sympathy may be in the form of donations to Gideon Bibles or Campbellsville Christan Church and may 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 Ms. Ruby English at our funeral home. May God bless you during this difficult time.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 17, 2024
Sherry Clark of Campbellsville, daughter of the late R.B. Wright and LouVera Mays Wright, was born August 19, 1959 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 3:15 A.M, Sunday, November 17, 2024 at her home in Taylor County. Age: 65
She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church.
Sherry was a loving mother and Nana and dedicated her life to her family and her Lord.
She was a retired employee of Frost-Arnett.
Sherry united in marriage to Jeff Clark on December 18, 1976.
Besides her husband, Jeff Clark of Campbellsville, Sherry is survived by one son and two daughters: Jeremy Clark and wife, Brandi of Sterling, Kansas, Lydia Corey and husband, Gill and Shayla Garrett and husband, Tyler of Campbellsville; six grandchildren: Nikki Landreth, Kayley Anderson, Jeremiah Clark, Isaiah Clark, Maci Corey, and Madelyn Corey; one brother: Ottis Wright; special family friends: Craig and Kathy Larimore; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Sherry was also preceded in death by one brother, Billy Wright.
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VISITATION: 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville
FUNERAL SERVICE: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. Mitch Bell
and David Vanarsdall
BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 16, 2024
Mary Lynn Oder of Campbellsville, KY, the daughter of the late Clifton Ray Orberson and Gracie Maydell Followell Orberson was born on August 7, 1967, and departed this life on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at her residence. She was 57 years of age.
She was of the Christian faith and was a homemaker. She enjoyed spending time with her family, watching horror movies, fishing, swimming, and playing cards and board games.
She is survived by her three children: Michael Ray Oder, Donna Marie Oder, and Joseph Anthony Oder all of Campbellsville. One sister: Donna Ann Taylor and husband Chris of Campbellsville.
Also, surviving are a niece and three nephews: Isabella Tate, Dylan Tate, Skylar Milby, and Tyler Milby, her special companion Johnny Amburgey, and her former spouse Mike Oder
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister: Dale Rae Oberson Conner, and a nephew Brandon Gore.
Cremation was chosen and there will be a Memorial Service for Mary Lynn Oder on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel at 1765 New Columbia Road in Campbellsville.
Bro. Robbie Everage will officiate.
The family requested visitation on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, from 1:00 P.M. until the time of the service.
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Posted by Parrot and Ramsey Funeral Home on Nov 15, 2024
CARLTON DAVIS
Carlton Davis of Campbellsville, son of the late W.F. Davis and Mamie Paxton Davis, was born September 20, 1937in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 8:54 P.M., Thursday, November 14, 2024 in Campbellsville. Age: 87
He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church.
He was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom for forty two years, having also worked at Cox Interior for twelve years, and also served as a volunteer fire fighter.
Carlton was a dedicated Christian and took pride in his church during his life, taking on many roles in his earlier years. He also loved to hunt and fish but most importantly, loved his family dearly.
He united in marriage to Dellean Hunt December 14, 1956.
Besides his wife, Dellean Davis of Campbellsville, he is survived by one son and one daughter: Robby Davis and wife, Ellyn of Campbellsville, and Pam Parrottt and husband, Barry of Jamestown; five grandchildren: Adrienne Hash and husband, Griffin, Scott Davis, Deanna Merrill and husband, John, Jessica Williams and husband, Nathan, and Robin LeCureux and husband, Jeremy; seven great-grandchildren: Gracyne Webb and husband, Dustin, Seth Hash and wife, Chloe, Jayden Merrill, Jackson Williams, Annabelle Williams, Aaron Blakenship, and Anna Blakenship; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
He was also preceded in death by one brother and one sister: Dale Davis and Yvonne Copley.
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VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. -2:00 P.M., Sunday, November 17, 2024 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville
FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Sunday, November 17, 2024 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Bro. John Hurtgen and Bro. Jeff Newton
BURIAL: Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church Cemetery
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO GIDEON BIBLES AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME
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Posted by Lyndell Petty on Nov 11, 2024
Mr. William Jackson “Chubby” Hitch, born Sept 26, 1933, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Jane Todd Crawford Hospital. He is preceded in death by his parents: Samuel and Etta (Clark) Hitch; a son: Wendell Hitch; a daughter: Kathy Hitch; two grandchildren: Bradley Asberry and William Rouse; three step-children: Edward Shearer, Gwendalynn “Nunu” Morris, and Rhonda Skaggs; a step-grandchild: Nicole Skaggs; three siblings: an infant brother, Bernice Harvey (Austin), and Eugene Hitch (Martha); and his wife: Gwenda Hitch.
He is survived by five children: Lisa Allen, Ricky Hitch (Susan), Melissa Rodgers, Virginia Pennington (Clyde), and Tracy Hitch; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a stepdaughter: Judy Walden; as well as many friends.
He made a career of truck driving, often telling his children and grandchildren stories of the road. He fished Green River, making his own homemade bait, and often bringing along his grandchildren. He loved Red Man chewing tobacco, whittling, Westerns, Andy Griffith, Leave it to Beaver, and aggravating his son Wendell. You could often find him spending time outside talking to his neighbors with his little dog in his lap.
His final days were spent surrounded by his children and grandchildren as they shared stories about his life.
There will be a funeral service to honor Chubby’s life on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville. Bro. Richard Carroll will officiate. He will be laid to rest in Mt. Carmel Methodist Church Cemetery in Adair County.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
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