Local obituaries for Nicholasville, KY.

Oct 24, 2017

A limb as fallen from the Kinney family tree.  Richard S. “Dick” Kinney, 79, loving husband for 58 years of Mary, left his earthly home on Tuesday, Oct. 24.  He was a native of Arkansas born Nov. 21, 1937, to the late Jim Brice and Ida Pearl Culver Kinney.  Richard was retired employee of Pitney Bowes where he was...

Oct 23, 2017

Thomas “Tom” Smith, 87, loving husband of Cledith A. Wright Smith for 26 years, left his earthly home on Monday, Oct. 23.  A native of Hamilton, Ohio he was born June 19, 1930, to the late Eschol and Lorena Kelly Smith.  Tom was a member of St. Luke Catholic Church where he enjoyed using his talents in woodworking to...

Oct 10, 2017

Dianna Maynard Welch, 44, daughter of Caroline Diane Maynard and the late Albert Maynard, left her earthly home on Tuesday, October 10.  Dianna was the mother of Albert Cameron Jones, Jacob Scott Jones, and William Jackson Welch.  She was a Certified Nursing Assistant by trade and was known for her great sense of humor.  In addition to her mother...

Oct 10, 2017

Wesley Eric Sheldahl, 47, husband of Alana, left his earthy home onTuesday, Oct. 10, after his courageous 4-year battle with cancer.   He is a native of Minnesota born Dec. 29, 1969, to the late Marvin Eric and Eleanor Clara Marie Danielson Sheldahl.  Wesley was a simple man who was dedicated to his Church, St. Athanasius Orthodox Church,   where he...

Oct 2, 2017

Michael Eugene Gayheart, 64, son of Mary Alice Gayheart and the late W.C. Gayheart, joined his son Joseph Allen Gayheart in eternal rest on Monday, October 2, 2017.  Mike was a native of Jessamine County born April 2, 1953.  He was a retired employee of Thomson Hood Veterans Center and former manager of The Y Grocery for over 15 years...

Sep 22, 2017

Dr. Phyllis Jean Davidson Corbitt died Friday, September 22, bringing to a tender close a life filled with blessing, gratitude, and service.  Born the third child of the Rev. Harrison and Mary (Love) Davidson, Sr., Phyllis grew up in a family of strong-willed peopled intensely devoted to God, hard work, music and each other.

Knowing from an...

Sep 5, 2017

Carole Jean Crump, 70, wife of Joe Crump left her earthly home on Tuesday Sept. 5, after a short illness.  Carole was born in Wilmore, KY to the late Preston and Fairy Davis Stinnett.  She collected lighthouses and loved to go to the ocean.  Her greatest passion was her family; daughter Angelia Shultz, grandsons Jonathan Dillard (Kayla) and Alan...

Sep 4, 2017

Carl R. “Buck” Hager, 90, a native of Jessamine County born Nov. 27, 1926, to the late Tom and Josie Walker Hager left his earthly home on Sept 4.  A truly unique man he had a passion for horses having worked as a groom on some of the most prestigious farms in the Bluegrass such as Overbrook, Calumet, Spendthrift,...

Sep 1, 2017

Charles Houp, 73, a native of Jessamine County, son of the late William Thomas and Rosie Ann Baker Houp let ft his earthly home on Friday Sept. 1, at St. Joseph Hospice Care Center.  Charles was the father of Mary, Carl, and Richard Houp whose mother is Carolyn Ann Drury Dalton,  and brother of Virgil, Vernon, Enos and David...

Aug 28, 2017

Ray Wells, husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, died on August 28, 2017.  He was the widower of Janice R. Wells who died on August 23, 2017.  Ray leaves behind his son Scott and daughter-in law Julie, daughter Laura and friend Brent Coop.   Ray was preceded in death by his wife Jan and infant daughter Jan Allison.  Ray was...

Aug 28, 2017

Daniel Clay Harris, 50, son of Judy Harris left his earthly home on Monday,  August 28.  He was a native of Winchester, Ky born Nov. 11. 1966, and a former employee of Leggett & Platt.  Having been disabled for several years his passion was playing video games with his nieces and nephews who were the light of his life...

Aug 26, 2017

Glydus Peel, 100, widow of Carter L Peel since 1992, joined him in eternal rest on Saturday, August 26.  Glydus was a native of Estill County born July 22, 1917, to the late Cornelius and Katherine Benton.  She was a hard working farm wife who also held jobs with Canada Dry Distillery and the Sewing Factory in Wilmore.  Her...

Aug 23, 2017

Janice R. Wells, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, died on August 23, 2017.  She leaves behind her husband, Ray Wells, of 57 years, son Scott Wells and daughter-in law Julie, and daughter Laura Fannin and friend Brent Coop.  She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Jan Allison Wells.  Jan was born in Jessamine County, KY on...

Aug 19, 2017

The last child of late William Huston and Nora Ellen Reynolds Richardson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, August 19.  Kate Elizabeth Blakeman, 91, was the  widow of Harry Lowery since 1967 and Curtis Blakeman since 1998. She was a native of Barren County, born Nov. 1, 1925.  Kate had been a resident of Northpoint Health Care Center for...

Aug 12, 2017

A limb has fallen from the Corman Family Tree. Carl Corman, Jr. joined his beloved wife Ruby in eternal rest on Saturday, Aug. 12.  His family will be remembering the best times, the laughter, and the good life they shared.  They will continue his heritage and traditions as they continue their lives.  Carl, who was affectionately called “Unk” by...

Aug 9, 2017

Kathleen “Kay” N. Robinson, 83, widow of David Robinson, left her earthly home on Wednesday, August 9.  Kay was a native of Wayne County, born Jan. 2, 1934, to the late Preston L Harmon and Elva Mae Neal Harmon Hancock.  She was the manager of the fountain at  McAdams & Morford in downtown Lexington.

She loved to...

Jul 20, 2017

Bobby Houp, 60, son of the late William Thomas and Rosie Ann Baker Houp left his earthly home on Thursday, July 20.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by brother Billy Jo Houp and sisters Kathleen Houp Puckett and Helen Marie Houp Bowlin Frye.  Survivors include brothers Enes , Charles Edward, Virgil Clay, Vernon...

Jul 11, 2017

April 27, 1946 - July 11, 2017

James Pete Fisher, 71, husband of Madene, and son of the late James Martin “Jimmy” and Ruby Blakeman Fisher, left his earthly home on Tuesday, July 11, at the St. Joseph Hospice Care Center. He was a life long resident of Jessamine County born April 27, 1946....

Jul 10, 2017

February 22, 1927 - July 10, 2017

Robin Louise Cobb Hasselbring, 90,widow of Rae Hasselbring, passed away on July 10, 2017, in Brentwood, Tennessee. She is survived by a son Edwin, Hasselbring, wife Dana; three daughters, RobinKaye Hasselbring, Vivien May husband Dr. James, Laura Eddleman, husband Jack; sisters Phyllis Bradshaw, husband Ray,...

Jul 10, 2017

October 02, 1941 - July 10, 2017

Charles Ray Pierce, 75, widower of Beverly since 2011, left his earthly home on Monday, July 10, 2017. He was a longtime resident of Jessamine County and retired employee of Asbury University. Charlie was born Oct. 2, 1941, to Bonnie Wilson and the late Ray Pierce....