CHARLES LEE SNEED OBITUARY

Posted by on Jun 14, 2022

Charles Lee Sneed, 76, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of the late Leonard Sneed and Nellie Fisher Sneed, was born August 9th, 1945, in New Albany, IN, and departed this life on Monday, June 13th, 2022, at Taylor Regional Hospital.

He professed his faith in Christ and was of Baptist faith.  Charles was employed as a butcher for 25 plus years at Wise Meat Factory Company.

Survived by his loving wife, Liz Martin Sneed, whom he united in marriage to on May 17th, 1976.

Besides his wife, Charles is survived by:

One son:  Lennie Sneed and his wife, Peggy, of Campbellsville.

One daughter:  Charla “Michelle” Arnett and her husband, Greg, of Campbellsville.

Two granddaughters:  Makayla Mardis and Natalie Arnett, both of Campbellsville.

Two great grandsons:  Axton Laine Mardis and Alec Lee Mardis, both of Campbellsville.

One brother:  Carl Sneed of Maine.

Besides his parents, Charles is preceded in death by:

Three sisters and two brothers:  Lorene Jones, Ann Gassaway, Nellie O’Brien, Arlie Sneed, and Sherman Sneed.

VISITATION: Thursday, June 16th, 2022, from 4p-8pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

FUNERAL:  Friday, June 17th, 2022, at 2pm EST at Auberry Funeral Home in downtown Campbellsville.

Burial to follow in Brookside Cemetery.

Pallbearers:  Greg Arnett, Brian “Ryan” Moran, Jason Potter, Paul Wise, Phillip Chapman, and Terry Martin.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for expressions of sympathy be taken in the form of donations to the American Cancer Society 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. Charles Lee Sneed at our funeral home.  May God bless you during this difficult time.

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Pauline Hovious

Posted by on Jun 12, 2022

Pauline Hovious of Elk Horn, daughter of the late Howard Hovious and Vernon Burris Hovious Perkins, was born January 24, 1936 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died Friday, June 10, 2022 in Campbellsville.   Age:  86

She is survived by four sons and one daughter: Tony Hovious and wife, Debbie and Rick Hovious and wife, Melissa of Campbellsville, Greg Hovious, Bryan Hovious and Shannon Hovious of Elk Horn; three grandchildren:  Brianna Hovious of Campbellsville, Britney Viers of Elk Horn and Brandon Hovious of China; four sisters: Kathy Hovious, Lequita Barnett and Brenda Wilson of Campbellsville and Diane Pittman and husband, Sonny of Marion County; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
Pauline was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister:  David Hovious, Daniel Hovious and Geraldine Tucker.

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PRIVATE SERVICE:    Tuesday, June 14, 2022

BURIAL:     Harden Cemetery

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Lorene Oldson, 94

Posted by on Jun 9, 2022

Lorene Oldson, of Campbellsville, the daughter of the late Claude and George Ann Bright, was born January 18, 1928 in Taylor County, KY and departed this life on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 in Greensburg at the Green Hill Manor. She was 94 years of age.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Mannsville United Methodist Church and a homemaker.

She enjoyed pretty flowers and working in her flower beds, cooking and spending time with her great-grandkids.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Lindsey Oldson in 1978, a granddaughter: Carolyn Garrett in 2016 and a sister: Dorothy Gribbins.

She is survived by a daughter: Connie Atwood and husband Robert of Campbellsville; three grandchildren: Jonathon Wiser, Christopher Alia and Stevi Shirley; three great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

The funeral service for Lorene Oldson will be Sunday, June 12, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Old Liberty Cemetery at Bradfordsville.

Bro. Raymond Atwood will be officiating.

Family requests visitation on Sunday after 11:00 A.M. until time for the service.

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William Lewis Elmore, 87

Posted by on Jun 7, 2022

Mr. William Lewis Elmore of Campbellsville, son of the late Guy and Mary Lou (Thomas) Elmore, was born in Taylor County on June 16, 1934. He departed this life on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at the Rex Robley VA Medical Center, being 87 years, 11 months, and 18 days of age. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Methodist faith. Mr. Elmore was a former salesman for Burkholder Insurance, and worked at Cox Interior as a security guard for almost 20 years following his retirement. A former constable, he was made an honorary deputy by Sheriff Junior Sprowles. Mr. Elmore had served his country honorably in the United States Army, and was a member of Elkhorn Masonic Lodge F&AM #568 and Scottish Rite.

He was also preceded in death by Mrs. Audrey Jeanette (Malone) Elmore, and a son, Kenneth Elmore.

He leaves to cherish his memory:

Three children: Stephen Elmore and wife Crystal Kaye of Campbellsville, Patrick Lewis Elmore and wife Jamie of Shepherdsville, and William Lewis Elmore Spitler and wife Leann of Illinois,

Six grandchildren: Jason Elmore, Benjamin Elmore, Kristy Hensley, Audrey Elmore, Madison Elmore, and William “Billy” Spitler,

Two great-grandchildren: Jaden Elmore and Lilly Elmore,

And a host of other family members and friends.

There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Elmore on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. Michael Mustain will officiate. Cremation will be accorded Mr. Elmore following the funeral, with final interment in the Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Mausoleum.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, June 11, from 11:00 AM until time for the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the Elkhorn Masonic Lodge #568. Those can be made in person at the funeral home.

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Vivian C. Wilcher Christie

Posted by on Jun 7, 2022

Vivian C. Wilcher Christie of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Ervin Wilcher and Ruth Cochran Wilcher, was born May 13, 1941 in Casey County, Kentucky.  She died Saturday, June 4, 2022 in Campbellsville.   Age:  81

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Rocky Ford Baptist Church.

She united in marriage to Donald Christie November 11, 1988 and he preceded her in death May 20, 2015.

She loved flowers, gardening, canning and sewing curtains.

Vivian is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and David Allen of Liberty; one step-daughter, Debbie Druin of Campbellsville; one grandchild, Kyle Newton and fiancé, Emily Newton of Casey County; seven step-grandchildren: Khandin McColley, Amythyst McColley, Taz McColley, Karissa Skaggs and husband, Josh, Jessie Walters and wife, Natalie, Cade Ray, and Tray Flinchum; eleven step-great-grandchildren; one sister, Wanda White of Louisville; her beloved furbaby, Yukon; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Vivian was also preceded in death by one son, Jimmy Goode; one grandson, Joshua Daugherty; one step-daughter, Rindi Christie; one step-grandchild, Robby McColley and four brothers: Lee Wilcher, Horace Wilcher, Charles Ray Wilcher, and Bobby Wilcher.

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GRAVESIDE SERVICE:   1:00 P.M., Thursday, June 9, 2022 at Elk Horn Cemetery in Elk Horn by Bro. Eddie Finn

PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS

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Joyce Huddleston, 93

Posted by on Jun 4, 2022

Mrs. Joyce Maxine Huddleston of Campbellsville was born in Ft. Pierce, Florida on February 8, 1929 to the late Heber and Mildred May (Mercer) Fox. She departed this life on Friday, June 3, 2022 at the Campbellsville Nursing and Rehab Center, having attained the age of 93 years, 3 months, and 26 days. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Methodist faith. Mrs. Huddleston was a former employee of Bell’s Bakery and Campbellsville Laundry.
Besides her parents, she was also preceded in death by a son, Joe Huddleston, Sr., on March 22, 2021, and two brothers, Justice Lee “J.L.” Fox and Heber Fox, Jr.
She is survived locally by a grandson, Tony Huddleston, and a daughter-in-law, Pam Huddleston.
Also surviving is a son: Mike Stettenbenz and wife Gail of Indiana,
Three grandchildren: Gary Stettenbenz, Mike Richardson, and Janelle Richardson,
A chosen son: Jimmy Anderson,
And a host of great-grandchildren, current and former exchange students, and other relatives and friends.
There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mrs. Huddleston on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 7:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. Joe Castello will officiate. Cremation will be accorded her following the service.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 8, after 4:00 PM until time for the service.
The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude for the care and compassion shown to her by her nurse, Diane Judd, and her caretaker, Amanda Wise.
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to Hosparus of Green River or the Pan Atlantic Foundation for exchange students. Those can be made in person at the funeral home.

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Onia Mae Abell

Posted by on Jun 3, 2022

Onia Mae Abell of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Huston Hoosier and Lottie Ellen Burress Hoosier, was born September 14, 1932 in Taylor County, Kentucky.  She died at her home in Campbellsville, Wednesday, June 1, 2022 in Campbellsville.   Age:  89

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Elk Horn United Methodist Church. Onia retired from of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville after 30 years of service. She united in marriage to Johnnie Abell April 3, 1964 and he preceded her in death December 21, 2020. Onia brought joy and happiness to all her family and friends and was known to have a loving and generous heart.

Onia is survived by two daughters:  Regena Russell and husband, Richard and Brenda Callahan of Campbellsville; one daughter-in-law, LaWanna Abell of Campbellsville; one step-son and one step-daughter:  John Abell and wife, Renee of Columbia and Kathy Kingdollar of Tennessee; four grandchildren:  Lisa Pyles and companion, Lance Alexander of Shelbyville; Benjamin Callahan,  Amanda Kelley and husband, Josh and Willie Abell of Campbellsville; four great-grandchildren: Lacee Pyles and husband, Anthony, Ethan Kelley, Isaac Abell,and Maley Abell; several other grandchildren and great-grandchildren;  one sister,  Zelma Lotter of Campbellsville; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Onia was also preceded in death by a step-son, Greg Abell; two sons-in-law, Michael Callahan and Billy Ellis; one great-grandchild, Grant Pyles and five brothers and four sisters:  Wilma Karnes, Bradley Hoosier, Jack Hoosier, Coakley Hoosier, Willie Hoosier, Velma Bailey, Elmer Hoosier, Nellie Goode, and Hettie McDonald.

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VISITATION:      11:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M., Monday, June 6, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE:  1:00 P.M., Monday, June 6, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Ronnie Dooley

BURIAL:  Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO DONATIONS TO ELKHORN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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Lorena Mae Ballard

Posted by on Jun 2, 2022

Lorena Mae Collins Ballard, daughter of the late Willie and Annie Feese Collins was born May 15, 1924 in Adair County Kentucky. She died at 2:20 A.M., Wednesday, June 1, 2022 in Lexington, Kentucky.  She united in marriage to Delbert Ballard in October 1947 and he preceded her in death in 2007.

She went to school at Pleasant Grove and finished at Columbia High School.  After graduation, she went to Louisville to work at Silver Fleet as secretary to the President.  Then she worked at Travelers Insurance.  She moved to Campbellsville to work at Taylor Co RECC and retired with 33 years of service in May 1989.  She was very active in the Taylor Co. Homemakers for over 50 years.

She professed faith in Christ and was an active member at the Campbellsville Christian Church and active in Saints Alive and Circle 7.   She moved to Lexington in 2011 and was active at Central Christian Church and Circle 15.  She enjoyed sending greeting cards to family and friends.

She is survived by one son, Dan and wife, Diane of Lexington; two granddaughters: Rachel Healy and husband, Bryan of Denver, Colorado and Rebekah of Lexington; a sister, Pauline Alverson of Cincinnati, Ohio; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

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VISITATION:  1:00 – 2:00 P.M., Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE: 2:00 P.M., Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Dr. Paul Patton

BURIAL: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO CAMPBELLSVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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LaVerne Bell

Posted by on Jun 2, 2022

LaVerne Bell of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Horace Ware and Ella Bault Ware, was born January 10, 1935 in Taylor County, Kentucky.  She died at 7:42 P.M., Tuesday, May 31, 2022 in Campbellsville.   Age:  87

She was a God loving woman who professed faith in Christ and was a member of Zion Separate Baptist Church. She was also a farm girl who loved gardening and animals. LaVerne was a great mother and grandmother.

LaVerne united in marriage to Delbert Bell August 11, 1956 and he preceded her in death March 16, 1995.

She is survived by two grandsons: Robbie Bell and wife, Bridget of Campbellsville and Nathanael Bell and wife, Kirsten of Greensburg; six great-grandchildren: Jeffrey Bell, Adaleah Bell, Cheyene Graham and husband, Clayton, Georgia Bell, Austin Bell and Mattie Bell; one great-great-grandson, Carson Graham; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

LaVerne was preceded in death by two sons: Roger Bell and Jeffrey Bell and one sister, Barbara Winfree.

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VISITATION:  9:00 – 11:00 A.M., Saturday,  June 4, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE:  11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Rev. Freddy            Thompson, Rev. Ronda Arnett and Rev. Dannie Nelson

BURIAL:   Campbellsville Memorial Gardens

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Roselean Sullivan Jones

Posted by on May 31, 2022

Roselean Sullivan Jones of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Stanley Sullivan and Myrtle Bookout Sullivan, was born May 18, 1935 in Taylor County, Kentucky.  She died at 6:23 A.M., Tuesday, May 31, 2022 in Campbellsville.   Age:  87

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of the First Church of God.

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

She united in marriage to Lester R. Jones December 18, 1955 and he preceded her in death January 17, 2008.

She loved flowers and gardening.

She is survived by one brother and one sister:  Bobby Sullivan and Jewell Dean Jones of Campbellsville; two sisters-in-law, Geneva Jones and Loretta Sullivan of Campbellsville; very special friend, Joyce Tungate; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Roselean was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters:  Murrell Sullivan, Rodney Sullivan, Mac Ronald Sullivan, Pearl Lyvers, Sylvia Merrill and Maxine Sullivan.

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VISITATION:  12:00 Noon – 2:00 P.M., Thursday, June 2, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home

FUNERAL SERVICE:    2:00 P.M., Thursday, June 2, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville by Pastor Evan Tedder

BURIAL:  Brookside Cemetery

EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY REQUESTED TO BE DONATIONS TO THE FIRST CHURCH OF GOD AND MAY BE MADE AT PARROTT & RAMSEY FUNERAL HOME

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