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Audie Dixon, Sr.

9/30/2020

Audie Dixon, Sr., of Louisville, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2020, at his residence. He was 64.

Born on April 30, 1956, he was a son of the late Paul and Doreen Miller Dixon. Audie was a phlebotomist. He loved fishing and rock n roll music.

He is survived by a son, Audie (Annie) Dixon, Jr. of Louisville; three grandchildren, Micah, Audie lll, and Mason; and a brother, Michael Shannon Dixon of Louisville.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Mattie Lou Dixon; and two sisters, Debra Caple and Josette Dixon.

No services will be held at this time.

Cremation rites were honored by McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Arthur Lyle

9/29/2020

Arthur Lyle, of Liberty, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2020, at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center. He was 54.

Born on November 4, 1965, in Roseburg, Oregon, he was a son of Joan Holm and the late Arthur Lyle. Arthur had been a logger, a crab fisher, and a cook at the Bread of Life Café. He enjoyed riding his scooter and watching movies.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by three daughters, Esther (Glen) Martin of Liberty, Lila Stoner of Texas, and Hannah Rose of Liberty; two sons, Solomon Stoner of Scottsville and Silas (Savannah) Stoner of Ohio; five grandchildren; and a brother, Mike Lyle of Oregon.

In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by a sister.

Cremation rites were honored. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements for Mr. Arthur Lyle are entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Joseph Cery Fannin

9/29/2020

Joseph Cery Fannin, ( better known as J.C.) 73, of Columbia, Ky. died Monday, September 28, 2020 at his residence.

He was born August 7, 1947 in Montgomery, Alabama to the late Raymond & Frances Rollings
Fannin.

He was a Master Plumber and a Veteran of US Marine Corp

Survived by his wife, Jean Avis Lee, 2 sons, 1 daughter and 5 grandchildren

Funeral service for Joseph Cery Fannin will be 1 PM. Friday, October 2, 2020 at the Bernard Funeral Home Chapel.
Visitation 12 Noon Friday until funeral time at 1 PM.

Bernard Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

John Norman Lawrence III

9/29/2020

John Norman Lawrence III, 48, of Springfield, KY died Monday, September 28, 2020 in Russell Springs, KY. Born in Somerset, KY he is the son of the late John Norman Lawrence, Jr. and Cynthia Stephens Davis (Steve) of Russell Springs, KY who survives.

John was a veteran of the U. S. Army and later joined the Army National Guard serving in the Iraq War. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, being outdoors and spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors include his wife Cindy Goodin Lawrence of Springfield, KY; a sister Veronica Bruce (Garry) of Louisville, KY; two nephews Dakota and Austin Harman and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services will be 10:00am Friday, October 2, 2020 at the Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Lebanon National Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by VFW Post 6097 at the funeral home. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4:00-8:00pm and will continue on Friday morning until time for the service at the funeral home.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and The Heathy at Work Guidelines. Everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering

Tina Annissia Johnson

9/28/2020

Tina Annissia Johnson, 49, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, September 27, 2020 at the T. J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY. Born in Columbia, KY she is the daughter of Stariett and Carol Coomer Johnson both of Columbia who survives.

Tina was a member of the Parks Ridge Church of God and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

In addition to her parents Tina is survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be 2:00pm Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at the Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Sparksville Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday after 10:00am at the funeral home.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and The Healthy at Work Guidelines. Everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

Ashley Burton

9/27/2020

Ashley Burton, 31, of Frankfort, formerly of Columbia, died Saturday, September 26, 2020 at the UK Chandler Hospital in Lexington.
She was born September 12, 1989 in Adair County. Ashley was a waitress.

Survivors Include:
Her Father – Ronald Burton & his wife Michelle of Russell Springs
Her Mother – Sheila Murrell of North Dakota
Two Sons – DaMyus Davis & Zanden Gaines both of Frankfort
Paternal Grandmother – Elizabeth York of Russell Springs
Five Sisters – Jessica Burton & Holly Hopper both of Frankfort, Angaleea Smith, Trinity Burton & Destiny Burton all of Columbia
Special Friend – Tonia Davis of Frankfort
Several other relatives & friends

Funeral Service – Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 5:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmy Bunch officiating
Cremation will follow the service.
Visitation after 2:00 P.M. Wednesday until time of the service

ALL ATTENDEES TO THE VISITATION AND/OR FUNERAL ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A FACIAL COVERING AND FOLLOW THE HEALTHY AT WORK GUIDELINES.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

Trevor Garrick Gosser

9/26/2020

Trevor Garrick Gosser, 42, of Russell Springs, died Friday, September 25, 2020 at his residence. He was born March 29, 1978 in Somerset, Ky.

He was a State Agriculture Inspector and a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church.

Survivors include:
wife: Crystal Gosser, Russell Springs
1 son: Kaleb Garrick Gosser, Russell Springs
parents: Gary B. & Gail Gosser, Russell Springs
1 brother: Travis (Michelle) Gosser, Bardstown, Ky
maternal grandmother: Bernice Childress, Dunnville
special uncle: Robert Childress, Dunnville

Trevor was an avid influential member of the Gosser Ridge Community. He was avid farmer, boater and Prankster. "Boss Hogg" will be dearly missed by his family and many friends.

Funeral service for Trevor Garrick Gosser will be 2 PM. Sunday, September 27, 2020 at the Bernard Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Joe Gosser officiating.
Visitation 8:30 AM. to 2:00 PM. Sunday.
Interment in the Pine Grove Cemetery on Gosser Ridge.
special music: Ellie Terry
Bernard Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Lillie Irene Roark

9/24/2020

Lillie Irene Roark, 69, of Campbellsville, KY died Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at her residence. Born in Adair County she was the daughter of the late Estill Ray and Dorothy Irene Taylor Asberry.

Survivors include her husband Alvin Ray Roark of Campbellsville, KY; two step-sons Jeff Roark of Campbellsville, KY and Timmy Roark of Monticello; seven siblings Emmitt Asberry of Dunnville, KY, Charlie Asberry (Lois), Clinton Asberry (Lori), David Asberry (Barbara), Shirley Roark and Minnie Sue Harrison all of Russell Springs, KY and Rebecca Brown (Kenny) of Knifley, KY; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be 1:00pm Friday, September 25, 2020 at the Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with burial in the Cold Springs Cemetery in Casey County. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4:00-8:00pm and will continue on Friday morning until time for the service at the funeral home. Bro. David Asberry and Bro. Shane Gaskins will be officiating.

For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and The Healthy at Work Guidelines. Everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering.

Larry Allen Morgan

9/23/2020

Larry Allen Morgan, 58, of Columbia, died Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at his home.
He was born September 14, 1962 in Barren County, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his father, Veachel Morgan, his mother, Virginia Dile Rowe, and one brother, Clayton Morgan. Larry was a painter, loved fishing and an avid University of Kentucky fan.

Survivors Include:
His Wife – Pam Eldridge Morgan of Loretto, KY
One Son – Larry Morgan, Jr. of Bardstown, KY
Two Daughters – Kari Eldridge of Loretto, KY & Brie DeShae Hughes of Columbia
Two Grandchildren – Scarlett & Adalyn Morgan
One Brother – Marty Morgan of Columbia
Three Sisters – Marcella Morgan of Columbia, Pat Baxter of Germantown, MD & Lisa Walkup of Columbia
Special Friend – Sarah Ann Campbell of Columbia
Several other relatives & friends

Visitation will be held Friday, September 25, 2020 from 3:30 – 6:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home. Cremation will follow the visitation.

ALL ATTENDEES TO THE VISITATION ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A FACIAL COVERING AND FOLLOW THE HEALTHY AT WORK GUIDELINES

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

Adron Estus Wheat,

9/21/2020

Adron Estus Wheat, 72, of Russell Springs, died Sunday September 20, 2020 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset.

He was born November 8, 1947 in Russell County to the late Estus & Mary Pauline Helm Wheat.

He was a Minister of the gospel and a member of Bernard Church of God.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wife, Lila West Wheat; a son, Allen Wayne Wheat.

Survivors include:
wife: Joyce Wheat, Russell Springs
2 children: Donita (Mike) Meador, Louisville
Kara (Darren) McCauley, Bardstown, Ky
2 step children: Daron McQueary and Jodi McQueary-Stubbs, Jamestown
11 grandchildren-1 great grandchild

Funeral service for Adron Estus Wheat will be 10 AM. (CDT) Thursday, September 24, 2020 at the Bernard Church of God with Bro. Mike Smith & Bro. Lindsey Cornett officiating.
Visitation from 4:00-8:00 PM (CDT) Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at Bernard Funeral Home and 8-10 AM. (CDT) Thursday at the church..
Interment in the Brookland Cemetery, 4895 Preston Hwy. Shepherdsville, Ky

Bernard Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.