Local obituaries for Nicholasville, KY.
Estill Smith
Feb 5, 2026
Estill Smith, 79, father of Tammy Green went to be with his Lord and Savior on Feb. 5, 20026 at the VA Hospital. He was a native of Delphia , Kentucky born Jan. 31, 1947, to the late Rantsom and Celeste Shepherd Smith being one of 9 children. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and was...
Trevor J. Ogden
Feb 5, 2026
In the early morning of February 5, 2026, Trevor Jerome Ogden slipped peacefully from the arms of his devoted wife, Casey, into the arms of his Savior. Though their time on earth together was far too brief, their love was one for the ages. Casey’s servant’s heart was visible as she cared for Trevor and was a blessing not only...
Jeffrey Paine Nelson
Jan 29, 2026
Jeffrey Nelson, 18, of Nicholasville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Jeffrey was born on January 24, 2008, in Lexington, Kentucky, and was primarily a lifelong resident of Nicholasville, Kentucky. In his 18 years, he filled the lives of his family and friends with laughter, stubborn determination, and a smile that showed up even on the hardest days. Jeffrey...
Jerel L. Dennis
Jan 28, 2026
Jerel L. Dennis, 74, beloved husband of Ruth A. Dennis, passed away on January 28, 2026 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was originally from Lawrenceburg, KY, but made his home in Nicholasville. He was born November 10, 1951, to the late Vernon Ralph Dennis, Sr. and Norma Taylor Dennis in Franklin County, Kentucky. Jerel “Cac” retired from the trucking industry...
Juan Aguilar
Jan 24, 2026
Juan Aguilar Huarancca, nacido el 8 de septiembre de 1958 en Perú, regresó a estar en la presencia de nuestro Padre Celestial a los 67 años en Nicholasville, Kentucky. Juan tenía un profundo deseo de conocer más sobre las Sagradas Escrituras y compartir ese conocimiento con quienes tuvo contacto. Su principal objetivo en la vida era proveer para su familia...
Leona "Lee" R. Vinca
Jan 22, 2026
Leona “Lee” Rae Ward-Vinca, 80, left this world January 22, 2026. Lee joined the love of her life, her husband of 60 years, Peter Vinca in heavenly eternity. Born in Bradford, PA, she then resided in Magnolia, Ohio before spending her last years in Eminence, KY. She was blessed with three daughters, Michelle Matoka, Teri Hornung, and Wendy Vinca, 8...
Alize Louise White
Jan 5, 2026
Alize Louise White, infant daughter of Commody White and Aquila Morgan went home to the arms of Jesus on Monday January 5, 2026. She was born Jan 5, 2026 at 28 weeks. She was preceded in death by paternal grandparents Terry and Titus Carter and maternal grandparents Darwin Morgan and Teresa Sidwell. She leaves behind many aunts, uncles and extended...
Doris Jean Shearer
Jan 1, 2026
Doris Jean "Jean" Shearer, 82, beloved wife of Donnie Ray Shearer for 62 years, left her earthly home on Thursday, January 1, 2026. She was born February 7, 1943, in Garrard County, Kentucky, to the late Bryant and Clara Wilcher Johnson, one of their eight children. She liked shopping at Kroger and Walmart and especially enjoyed going to yard sales....
Eddie Hendrix
Dec 27, 2025
Mr. Eddie Hendrix of Tates Creek Road, Lexington, Kentucky left his earthly home on December 27, 2025. He was a longtime companion of Patricia Plowman. Eddie was a native of Winchester, Ky and was the son of Stanley and Fannie Hendrix. His hobbies were playing the guitar, working on Harley Davidson motorcycles and fishing however, he enjoyed working most of...
Gale Kenith Canup
Dec 16, 2025
We honor Gale Kenith Canup as a tribute to The Canup Family. Gale Canup of 82 years was a loving, hard working father that instilled work ethic, love, and kindness into Kenny, Lisa, and Mitch.
He was a devoted husband to Jean Canup for over 65 years, and together they provided a foundation of unconditional love and support to their family....
Kimberly Clarke Reynolds
Dec 15, 2025
Kimberly Clarke Reynolds, 61, left her earthly home on Dec. 15, 2025. She was the daughter of Willard and Kathryn Clarke Perkins, born Feb. 18, 1964. Kim was a dedicated Mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved watching television, playing the Farm Hero Saga game and listening to R&B music. She will be fondly remembered by her children Melissa Pauley,...
Mary Kathryn Perkins
Dec 14, 2025
Mary Kathryn Sims Perkins entered heaven on December 14, 2025. She was predeceased by her mother Evelyn Young, half-brother Gerald Alexander and half-sister Linda Stewart, adoptive parents Hugh B. and Kathryn Sims Sr. and brothers Michael Sims, Hugh Byron Sims Jr. and Charles Kessler Sims. She is survived by half-sister Marilyn Dixon & half-brother Darrell Alexander and brother Larry Lee...
Doris Bunton Stephenson
Dec 14, 2025
Doris Bunton Stephenson, 97, entered eternity with Christ at her son’s home in Deltona, FL December 14, 2025. She was a wife, mother (1), grandmother (4), great grandmother (12), great-great grandmother (1), and is survived by many great friends. All of whom will miss her.
Myrtle Parsons (husband Elmer) gave birth to Doris on October 17, 1928 at their home in...
Bobby Gene Davis, Sr.
Dec 14, 2025
Bobby Gene Davis, Sr., 87, the son of the late Willard and Cotha Davis, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at the VA Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Buckeye, Kentucky on September 15, 1938. Bobby is survived by a brother, Johnnie Davis, Nephews Jim (Jamie) Davis, Joey (Angie) Davis, Johnny (Maggie Farris)...
Dorothy Jean Canter
Dec 10, 2025
Dorothy Jean Canter, 66, of Nicholasville, KY passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025. She was born on March 5th, 1959, to the late Ralph and Maudie Canter. Dorothy is survived by her sister, Katrinka Bruner (Jay), sister-in-law, Donna Canter, nephew, Tim Canter, nieces, Holly Hollon (Nate), Stephanie Smith (Philip Lowery), and Victoria Drury (Austin Williams) great nieces, Olivia Smith...
Eardean "Dean" Liz Dunn
Nov 30, 2025
Eardean (Dean) B. Dunn, 88, of Nicholasville, Kentucky, passed peacefully on November 30, 2025 in Port Charlotte, Florida. Dean is survived by her daughter, Cheri Gaudinier, devoted grandson, Allen (Caitlin) Gaudinier, and her adored great granddaughter, Isla Gaudinier, as well as her sister, Fostine Keeney and brother Granville Burton. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dewey and Ethel...
Ray Daniel Scott
Nov 28, 2025
Ray Daniel Scott,102, entered into eternal rest on Nov. 28, 2025, in Maryville, TN. He was the widower of Geneva “Jean” Scott since 2014. Ray was the son of Daniel and Grace “Jean” Stinnett Scott, born March 12, 1923 in Jessamine County. He was a WWII veteran and retired employee of IBM where he was a Quality Control Specialist. Ray...
Doris (Dottie) Rose Teater Cobb
Nov 8, 2025
Doris “Dottie” Rose Cobb, 95 widow of Luther Huston Cobb since 2014, left her earthly home on Nov. 8 while an inpatient at St Joseph Hospital. She was born on August 1,1930, in Jessamine County, one of the five children of the late William “Bill” and Christine Brooks Teater. She was a bookkeeper for many years, as well as a...
Wanda Gail Turock
Oct 27, 2025
Wanda Gail Turock, 74, loving companion of Paul Carson for 40 years, left her earthly home on Oct. 27, 2025. She was a native of Lexington, KY, born Jan.18,1951 to the late Roy and Virginia Serafini Goins. Many may remember her from Red Lobster, where she worked as a waitress for many years. Her family described her as a happy-go-lucky...
James L. McDaniel, II
Oct 25, 2025
A guiding branch of the McDaniel family tree has gone, yet the legacy of James L. McDaniel continues to bloom through those he loved. James L. McDaniel II, loving husband of Eva Joyce Lowry for 59 years, left his earthly home on his 80th birthday, Saturday, October 25, 2025. James was born in Midway, Ky on October 25, 1945, to...
