Linda Christine Pittman Eldridge, age 65 of Mount Sherman passed away at her home on Tuesday, February 27, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Leonard Curtis Slater and Martha Christine Spradley Johns and the wife of the late Willie Ross Pittman.

Linda was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith. She attended the Steadfast Baptist Church.

She is survived by one son, Thomas (Carla) Blair of Sulphur Well. Three Daughters, Jennifer (Stuart) Chaney of Mount Sherman, Brenda Pittman of Stuart, Florida, and Christina (Timothy) Walbert of Edmonton. Three Brothers, Eugene (Jan) Slater and Howard (Pat) Slater both from Edmonton, and Herbie (Joy) Slater of Florida. One Sister, Christine (Greg) Phillips of Jackson, Tennessee. Ten grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. Linda was proceeded in death by her parents; One sister, Brenda Lee Pittman.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 2nd at 1:00pm, at Butler Funeral Home in Edmonton with burial in the Foundation Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4:00pm until 8:00pm and on Friday from 9:00am until the time of service. 

Walter Eugene “Gene” Hoots, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, a friend to many, a community volunteer, and an accomplished electrical contractor passed away suddenly on Monday, February 26th. Gene was born in Cumberland County, Kentucky to Homer and Myrtle (Wolfe) Hoots. At age 17, he entered World War II in the Army (his brother, Ralph, was serving in the Marines). Gene was active in the Veterans Day Service at the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene and in 2016, he was named to the Veterans Hall of Fame in Kentucky for his military service and community involvement.

As an original member and former President, Gene was one of the leaders of the Columbia-Adair County Fire Department.  In addition to his community service with the fire department, he and others initiated the Adair County Rescue Squad, which was known for its unfailing commitment to aide those in need. He also enjoyed giving his time to the Columbia Cares Crusade, Inc., which assisted people in our area in emergency situations.  Beyond generously volunteering his time, he was known for putting a smile on the faces of children and adults through activities such as community Easter egg hunts at his home and picking up hitchhikers. He loved being involved and helping a good cause.

Originally starting with his father, Homer, Gene was an electrical contractor in this region for 50 years. He was known for his reputable business. The “Hoots Electric” truck was well-known throughout the community. Since he retired he became passionate about gardening. During the summer, many people dropped by just to get one of his tomatoes. On Monday, following a daily ride with this grandpup, Jakky, he passed away as he was planting seeds for the garden he hoped to have this year. In addition to his garden, Gene was known for his quick wit and opinions on politics, community events, and any other topic you were willing to discuss.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents, and his three siblings, Ralph Hoots, Reverend Bob Hoots, and Shirley (Hoots) Frank.

Gene and his wife, Joyce (Loy), who survives, would have been married 65 years in October, a major milestone in today’s world. He is survived by three children: Pamela Hoots of Columbia, Dr. Cathy (Paul) Abell of Bowling Green, and Douglas (Tami) Hoots of Lexington. He is also survived by three grandchildren: Dr. Caitlyn (Alex) Bruns of Ames, Iowa, Ryan (Heather) Hoots of Lexington, and Anna Hoots of Lexington. He loved his family and was happiest when they were all together.

Pallbearers are Alex Bruns, Anthony Hadley, Mark Harris, Ryan Hoots, Jerry Melton, Bryan Rich, Chuck Rogers, and John Tupman. 
Honorary:  Mark Hoots, Paul Frank, Patrick Loy, Tim Loy, Jeff Loy, Darren Loy, Matthew Loy, Victor Loy, Barry Loy, Derrell Wilson, David Wilson, Barney Jones, Greg Jones, Dr. Eric Loy, and John Loy

Visitation will be after 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 1st and the funeral will be Friday, March 2nd at 11 a.m. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Craig Huddleston and Bro. David Kemp officiating. Interment in Haven Hill Cemetery with Full military rites presented by V.F.W. Post 6097.
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Expressions of sympathy may take the form of a donation to the Gene Hoots Memorial Scholarship Fund. The scholarship will be utilized for an Adair County student, pursuing secondary education in a vocational field.  

Mrs. Marilyn Lewis Rose, age 86 of Summersville, passed away Tuesday at the TJ Samson Hospital in Glasgow.

Survived by a daughter: Constance Marie "Connie" Rose of Greensburg.

5 sisters-in-law and 2 brothers-in-law: Addlene Judd of Glasgow, Cymbellene Meadows, Windlene Davis, Davis & Peggy Rose and Jackie & Carol Rose, all of Greensburg.
Special niece and nephew: Jamie "Nubbin" Wade of Mt. Washington and Jared Rose of Texas

The funeral services for Mrs. Marilyn Lewis Rose will be conducted at 2 P.M. Central Time, Saturday at the Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Fry Cemetery. 

Visitation is requested from 10 A.M. until 2 P.M., Saturday at the Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home.

Memorials are suggested to the Fry Baptist Church or the March of Dimes, which can be made at the funeral home.

Charlie Caldwell, Jr, was born January 11, 1935 in Green County, KY to the late Charlie and Nina (Anderson) Caldwell. He was called home to Glory on Monday, February 26, 2018 from the comfort of his own home in Greensburg, KY, having attained the age of 83 years.

Charlie dedicated his life to Christ at an early age and was a member of the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, where he was a Deacon and Choir member. He was a member of the Greensburg/Green County Civic Club and the Zion District Laymen.

Charlie is survived by 2 children Rebecca Curry, Robert (Mary deceased) Caldwell. 1 sister Anna Dora Bullitt; 2 brothers Leroy Caldwell and Henry (Nanny) Caldwell; 2 brothers-in-law Elisha Williams; Robert Bullitt. 4 grandchildren Roderick Crowe, John (Latrece) Curry III, Taylor (Keenan) Actkins, and Roshundra Caldwell; 8 great grandchildren Quinton, Lyrik, Keenan, Ciara, Brein, Deont’e, Ja’maya, Keyaira, Cirah. As well as a host of nieces, nephews and family.
Charlie is preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Frances (Diddle) Caldwell; parents, Charlie and Nina Caldwell; 4 brothers Willie Robert, Paul David, Joe Thomas and Nathan Ingram; and 4 sisters Ina Mae, Mary Ruth, Ella D., and Sarah Frances.

Charlie loved farming and mowing lawns. He was always willing to help anyone in need. He greeted everyone with a loving smile and a warm hug. Charlie touched and influenced countless lives and was loved by everyone he encountered. Charlie loved his family and was a true man of God! He will be greatly missed. His family and friends will carry his memory with them always. And will always remember that warm, beautiful smile of his.
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Place and Time of service: Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Haskingsville Community of Green Co - 11 a.m. CT Saturday, March 3, 2018
Wake and Visitation: 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. CT Saturday at the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church
Minister: Rev. Michael Caldwell
Burial In: Green County Memory Gardens, Summersville Community of Green County
Pallbearers: Robert Caldwell, JR Curry, Michael Ingram, Leroy Caldwell, Jr., Marcus Bullitt and Tony Cameron
Honorary Pallbearers: Leroy Caldwell, Joe Bridgewater, Jr., George Caldwell and William Haskins

Judy Kell Burton age 71 years of Campbellsville, KY.  Formerly of Columbia, KY passed away Monday Feb. 26, 2018 at 3:15 P.M. at her home after an illness.  She was born on April 26, 1946 in Lafayette, IN.  She was the daughter of the late George & Lula Gentry Simpson of Adair County

Preceded in death by her husband Jimmy Lee Burton on April 4, 2007

She is survived by one son:
Greg Lee Burton of Campbellsville, KY
Two sisters:
Marlene Moore of Columbia, KY
Phyllis Huffaker of Florida
Two Grandchildren Aliyah Burton & Gregory Burton
several nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends survives.

She was a member of Purdy Separate Baptist Church, she had worked at the Dining Center at Lindsey Wilson College for several years, she had worked at Oshkosh B’Gosh factory in Columbia, she loved taking care of her grandchildren

Funeral service Friday, March 2, 2018 at 1:00 PM at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home
Clergy officiating Bro. Jamie Bryant & Bro. Jimmy York
Interment in Haven Hill Cemetery
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in charge of funeral arrangements
Visitation after 4:00 PM CT Thursday

Pallbearers:  Gregory Burton, Joey Cox, Mike Hamlett, Billy Joe Moore, Dwayne McKinney, Rodney Burton & Donnie Burton

John Francis “Johnny” Wright, age 46 of Lebanon, died Sunday, February 25, 2018 as a result of an auto accident near Calvary.
He was born October 5, 1971 in Marion County. He was an employee of Coulter’s Towing in Bardstown and a member of Arbuckle Baptist Church. He formerly managed O’Rielly Auto Parts in Lebanon and Springfield and worked at Walmart in Lebanon. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved his family and he always put his daughters first.

Survivors include his parents, Bobby & Cil Downs Wright of Lebanon; two daughters, Jasper and Olivia Wright, both at home; one sister, Lynn Sallee (Danny) of Calvary and one brother, Bobby Wright, Jr. (Tinker) of Lebanon; his best friend, James Flowers of Lebanon; two special friends, Tina Cecil of Lebanon and Tiffany Davis of Bardstown.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM Friday, March 2, 2018 at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto.   Burial will follow in Ryder Cemetery in Lebanon. Rev. Bo Sherrill will officiate.

Visitation is 12-8 PM Thursday at Mattingly Funeral Home.

Memorials may go to the family fund and may be made at the funeral home.
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Pallbearers are James Flowers, Josh Flowers, Shawn Gaither, Ronnie Wilcoxson, Austin Davis, Chris Downs, Michael Bickett and David Bickett; Honorary Pallbearers are Tiffaney Sallee, Danny Paul Sallee, Stephen Wright, Heather Wilson and Billy Downs.

Kenneth Dale Coffey, Jr “Chicken Hawk”, 61, of McKinney passed away Monday, February 26, 2018. Born January 22, 1957, he was the son of Velma Denham Coffey of McKinney and the late Kenneth Dale Coffey.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by a son, Erik Coffey of McKinney; brother, Dean (Roxanna) Coffey of McKinney; sister, Teresa Coffey Ahmie of Mississippi; grandchildren, Rayanna Belle and Lucas Lee; and nieces, nephews and friends, including a special friend, Kim Ballenger. His family and friends loved him and will miss him.

Services will be at 11 am, Saturday at W.L. Pruitt Funeral Home by Bro. Mike Yocum with burial in Hustonville Cemetery. Pallbearers are James Burnside, Irvin Cochran, David Simpson, Marion Tinsley, Richard Adams and Russell Gibson. Visitation is 5-8 pm, Friday.
A guestbook is available at www.wlpruitt.com

Mary Louise Evans, of Liberty, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2018, at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville, having attained the age of 80.

Born on May 26, 1937, in Casey County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Mayme Rubarts Spielburger. Mary was retired from Liberty Sportswear. She was a member of Green River Valley Separate Baptist Church. She loved UK basketball, her friends and family, and caring for others.

Ms. Evans is survived by four daughters, Carolyn (Joey) Murphy of Winchester, Kernetta (Greg) Evans of Dunnville, Karen Sue (Steve) Lynch of Dunnville and Sherry (Barry) Mullins of Stanford; four grandchildren, Kelly, Paul, Jeremy and Clint; and two great-grandchildren, Noah, Elijah, Chaz and Jake.

In addition to her parents, Mary is preceded in death by a son, Larry Evans; and two sisters, Wanda Hale and Joyce Grider.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Rodney Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Green River Valley Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.
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Arrangements for Ms. Mary Evans are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Ruby Ellen Bowmer Hammonds, of West Chester, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2018, at her home, having attained the age of 88.  Born on August 31, 1929, in Casey County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Sarah Bell Shaw Bowmer.

Ruby was of the Christian faith. She previously attended Thomas Ridge Christian Church in Casey County, and considered it her home church. She loved gardening, cooking, reading and the outdoors. Most of all, Ruby loved her family. She took great pride in her home and enjoyed socializing with others.

She is survived by a daughter, Sheri (Jerry) Cramer of West Chester, Ohio; a son, Gary (Carol) Hammonds of Pulaski, Tennessee; a sister, Glatha Bowmer of West Chester, Ohio; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Ruby is also predeceased by four sisters, Ethel Baxter, Avis Kireta, Marie Roy and Catherine Porter; and a brother, Clyde Bowmer.

The funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 28, 2018, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Rev. Ed Coy officiating. Burial will follow in Antioch Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 28, 2018, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.
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In lieu of flowers, contributions of sympathy may be made to Hospice of Southwest Ohio at 7625 Camargo Rd. Cincinnati, Ohio 45243.
Arrangements for Ms. Ruby Hammonds are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Terry Young, age 54 of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Cumberland County Hospital. Terry was born on October 25, 1963 in Cumberland County, KY  to the late Hildreth Young and Sarah Edna Gray Wolfe.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother, Jerry Gayle Simpson. Terry loved Harley-Davidson motorcycles and had worked as a welder in the construction industry.

Survivors Include:
Two Sons- Joseph Young of Louisville, KY and Aaron (Brandi) Young of Tokyo, Japan
Granddaughter- Laci Young of South Carolina
Three Brothers- Michael Joe Simpson of Louisville, KY, Jimmy Young and Charles Young both of Burkesville, KY.
One Sister- Susan Jean Walker of Shepherdsville, KY
His Companion- Jenny Blythe of Burkesville, KY
and a host of other relatives and friends also survive

Terry had chosen cremation and there will be no services
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Ballou & Stotts  Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.