Local obituaries for Nicholasville, KY.

Jul 28, 2020

James Lee Spicer, 48, son of Adriane Shropshire and the late Cecil Spicer left his earthly home  July 28, 2020 at  the Landmark of Lancaster Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.  He was a native of Jacksonville, FL.  born on May 13, 1972, and lived most of his life in Kentucky.  Jimmy was a fun loving man who enjoyed singing karaoke,...

Jul 28, 2020

Lloyd Elwood Welch III, 31, left his earthly home on Tuesday, July 28, at University of Kentucky Hospital. He was born in Lexington but was a life long resident of Jessamine County.  He was born May 21, 1989, to Lloyd Elwood Welch II and Jamie Ann Callahan,  He loved being outdoors and was a certified Brick Mason and liked...

Jun 28, 2020

Emily Marie Fleming infant daughter of James Fleming and Salena Rojas entered this world for a brief time on June 28, 2020, at Baptist Health Care.  Her parents had the joy of being able to hold her and share their love for this beautiful baby daughter.  In addition to her parents, her brief time leaves sad hearts with her...

Jun 21, 2020

Shirley C. Burton, 84, widow of Douglas Brown Burton, joined her husband on Father’s Day, June 21, in eternal rest.  She was a native of Bristol, Tennessee, born Oct. 6, 1935.  She was a Safety Inspector for Brown & Williamson Tobacco Company and also for Hospital Specialty.  Shirley will be greatly missed by those who traveled on North Second...

Jun 9, 2020

Lorene Tucker Helton, 77, of Louisville, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Baptist Health Louisville.  She was born to the late William and Eliza Bryant Tucker on February 11, 1943 in Powell County, KY.  Lorene was a former resident of Rose Terrace Lodge in Nicholasville.  She leaves her childhood memories with her brother Roger Tucker, wife...

Jun 8, 2020

Robert Jude Sarmir, 58, of Garrard County, left his earthly home on Monday, June 8, 2020.  He was born January 1, 1962 in Cleveland, OH to the late Robert K. and Eleanor Gurick Sarmir.  Rob was a welder and painter, as well as a proud Marine veteran. He appreciated and enjoyed motorcycles.  He leaves his memories with his son...

Jun 4, 2020

Wanda Gayle Masters, 72, widow of Johnny Masters, left her earthly home on Thursday, June 4, surrounded by her children Sharon Webb, husband Jeff, Jennifer Shearer, husband Lee and Johnny Masters, Jr. wife Crystal.  Wanda was a native of Jessamine County one of 3 children born to the late Clay and Minnie Frances Robinson Cartwright.  She loved crafting, quilting,...

Jun 2, 2020

Rankin G. Peel, Jr., 60, widower of Lois Poinier Peel since 2019, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at his home after an extended illness.  He was born in Lexington on July 22, 1959 to the late Rankin G., Sr. and Violet Marie Fryman Peel.  A Gathering will be planned for his community of co-workers, friends, and...

May 24, 2020

James Michael “Mike” Crutcher, 41, father of Kaylee and Weslea Crutcher, left his earthly home on Sunday, May 24.  He was a patient of UK Bluegrass Hospice Care Center.  He was born in Lexington Ky to Mark Reed and Rwanda Crutcher on Nov 25, 1978.  He was an excellent mechanic and worked along side his Dad, Mark. He loved...

May 19, 2020

Marjorie Reynolds Partin, 92, loving wife of Charles Partin for 69 years, left her earthly home on Tuesday, May 19, 2020.  She was a native of Jessamine County born April 1, 1928, to the late John L. and Frances Price Reynolds.  Marjorie has been a devoted member of St. Luke Catholic Church her entire life. She also  loved to...

May 18, 2020

Beverly Anita Maddox Switzer, 77, loving wife of 46 years to David Switzer, left her earthly home on Monday, May 18, surrounded by her family.  She was a native of Casey County, one of the six children of the late Allen Thomas and Hallie Pauline Carey Maddox.  Beverly was a Registered Nurse and former employee of Thomson Hood Veterans...

May 10, 2020

William Edward “Ed” Ridgway, entered eternal rest on Sunday, May 10, 2020 at his home in Lexington.  He was born June 9, 1955 to the late Dalton and Mary Thacker Ridgway.  Ed worked in security for Columbia Gas.  His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren, Silas and Savannah, whom he loved very much.  He also leaves his...

May 10, 2020

Ann Alcorn Erickson, loving wife of Harry Gene Erickson, left her earthly home on Mother’s Day, May 10, 2020, while in St. Joseph Hospice Care Unit. She was a native of Highbridge, KY and the daughter of the late Clarence and Rachel Welsh Alcorn.  Ann was a member of Chapel Hill Baptist Church, a retired nurse at Thomson Hood...

May 6, 2020

Betty “JoJo” Blevins, 74 daughter the late Rufus and Pearl Shea Blevins left her earthly home on Wednesday May 6, 2020, while at St Joseph East Hospital.  She was a native a Jessamine County born Sept. 7, 1945.  Betty was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, and she loved working puzzles, gardening, cooking and especially cleaning. It has...

Apr 26, 2020

Dewey L. Thornton, 75, loving husband and best friend of Goldie Shelton Thornton, left his earthly home on Sunday, April 26, at Baptist Health Care.  He was one of seven children born in Jessamine County to the late George M. and Alice McCullough Thornton.  He loved  the outdoors, fishing and hunting, but his real passion and a special talent...

Apr 14, 2020

John William Daniels, 64, of Lexington, left his earthly home on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at University of Kentucky Hospital.  He was born on February 5, 1956 in Newport, VT to the late Joseph Willie and Shirley Ruth Shepherd Daniels.  John was a veteran of the US Army and a skilled carpenter.  He leaves to treasure his memory his...

Apr 12, 2020

Dwight Wade Sewell, Sr., 76, husband of Linda Abshear Sewell, left his earthly home Sunday, April 12, 2020 while a resident of Nicholasville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  He was a native of Versailles, Ky born July 9, 1943, to the late Prentice and Ora Florence Flora Sewell.  He had been an employee of the Allen Company for many years....

Apr 10, 2020

Mary Margaret Murphy Auvil

Born March 21, 1923 - Passed April 10, 2020

Mary passed away peacefully, at home, of natural causes. She was a young 97 years old.  She was the daughter of Henry and Margaret Murphy. She was preceded in death by her parents and her twin brothers Clifford and Clayton. She was...

Apr 9, 2020

Jeannette Gayhart  McWhorter, 96, mother of Cecil Gayhart and widow of Carl Gayhart since 1949, and J. T. McWhorter since 1999, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 9, at the Nicholasville Health and Rehabilitation Center.  She was born Sept. 5, 1923, to the late William J. and Maggie Jane Wilder West.  Jeannette was born in Wilmore where she...

Apr 7, 2020

Larry Edward Taylor, 71, loving husband of Nancy for 50 years left his earthly home on Wednesday, April 7, 2020,  He was a native of Lexington born Nov. 5, 1948, to the late Junis Cantrell and Rosie Edith Rowe Taylor.  Larry loved to fish but his passion was spending time with his family especially his grandchildren.  He will be...