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SPECIAL Message - Unknown - April 29, 2024

Departed: 04/29/2024 (Hodgenville)

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Larry Standiford Smith - November 28, 1953 - April 29, 2024

Departed: 04/29/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Larry Standiford Smith, age 70, of Hodgenville, passed away, Monday, April 29, 2024, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown.

He was retired from Kentucky State Highway Department, he loved to hunt, fish, garden, his roses, celebrating his children’s birthdays, Larry was a very kind soul who loved all his family dearly and was always willing to lend a helping hand.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Vicki Gay Smith; a son, Dillon Smith; his parents, Walter and Snowy Dawson Smith and a brother, Gary Smith.

Larry is survived by his wife, Darlene Minder Smith; a daughter, Christina Smith of Culvertown; three sons, Stephen “Stevie” Smith of Bardstown, Dustin Smith and Matt Smith both of Hodgenville; three sisters, Sandy (Scott) Coy of Hodgenville, Vanessa (Jack) Richardson and Betsy (Hardy) Bullock all of New Haven; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

A  funeral service will be 7 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Bro. Brian Adkins officiating. Visitation will be 3 to 7 Thursday.

Another funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 4, at Herald-Stewart- Halsy Funeral Home in West Liberty with Bro. Paul Keeton officiating. Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Burial will follow in Smith Creek Cemetery in West Liberty.

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Joseph Lee Bunch - September 29, 1951 - April 27, 2024

Departed: 04/27/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Joseph Lee Bunch, age 72, of Magnolia, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024, at his residence.

A master gardener, he was retired from GE; attended God’s House in Mt. Sherman and loved to hunt and fish.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, John Brown Bunch and Arnetta Worner Bunch and a brother, Billy Bonds.

He is survived by three sisters, Elizabeth Vint of Florida, Betty Byrd and Kathy Bunch, both of Willisburg; a brother, James Bunch of Mooresville and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, May 3, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Bros. Kenny Carter and Dale Warren officiating.  Burial will follow in Pleasant Ridge Church Cemetery.

Visitation begins at 10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

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Barbara Gerner - January 06, 1945 - April 25, 2024

Departed: 04/25/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Gerner, age 79, of Hodgenville, passed away, Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Kensington Manor in Elizabethtown.

She loved singing in the senior choir at church, reading, horses and being with her grandchildren.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Gerner; a daughter, Tamara Brautigan; her parents, Paul Allen and Gladys Oliver Hughes and a brother, Thomas E. Hughes.

She is survived by three sisters, Sharon (Gilbert) Richardson and Paula (Kieth) Hughes Richardson, all of Hodgenville and Debbie (John) Beck of San Antonio, TX; four step-daughters, Diane Feldman and Dona Brown, both of Ft. Thomas, Debbie Rottman of Edgewood and Dana Gerner of Union; three grandchildren, Andrew Barker, Jennifer Barker and Christopher Brautigan; two special friends, Glenda Burba and Jean Perkins; several step-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Bro. Rodney Rogers officiating.

Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at St. Stephens Cemetery in Ft. Thomas with Nick Rottman officiating.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

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Blake Everett Barnes - March 06, 2002 - April 23, 2024

Departed: 04/23/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Blake Everette Barnes, age 22, of Elizabethtown, passed away, Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

He was a loving husband, father, son, grandson, brother, nephew and cousin.

Blake was a proud member of Rolling Fork Fire Department. He was employed by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. He was of Baptist faith and attended Freedom’s Way Church.

He is preceded in death by his papaw and mamaw Morgan, his papaw, Sonny Knox, and his uncle, Chad Knox.

He is survived by his wife, Addison Barnes; unborn son, Axel Blake Everett Barnes; a daughter, Linda Gail Alexandria Barnes; a son, Levi Everett Barnes; his mother, Mary (Chris) Lambright, and grandparents, Wilma and Tommy Allen, Terry And Kathy Barnes; his father, Jared Barnes; a sister, Meadow Barnes, and a brother, Kyle Barnes, as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 26, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville, Bro. Billy Curle officiating. Burial will follow in Middle Creek Church Cemetery.

The visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

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Darius Revels - March 30, 1992 - April 21, 2024

Departed: 04/21/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Darius Revels, age 32, of Louisville, passed away at his residence.

He loved fishing and was a huge sports fan, his favorite teams were the U of K Wildcats and the Miami Hurricanes. Darius also had a big, sweet tooth.

Darius was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Earl Sherrard.

He is survived by his mother, April (Harry Ditto) Sherrard Revels of Magnolia; his father, Ermus Revels;  two sisters, Amieya Sherrard and Tiersa Revels both of Magnolia; a brother, Octavius Revels of Magnolia; his maternal grandmother who he called Nanny, Patsy Sherrard; his cousin and fishing partner, Christianna Burton and several aunts and uncles.

Memorial services will be held, 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville, Bro. DeWayne Gibson officiating.

Visitation will begin after 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

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Craig Terrance Skaggs - March 19, 1964 - April 20, 2024

Departed: 04/20/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Craig Terrance Skaggs, age 60, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024, at University of Louisville Hospital.

He was a former manager at Houchens; grocery manager at Walmart in Elizabethtown; was currently employed at Zaxby’s in Elizabethtown.

Craig was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Shirley Skaggs.

Survivors include a daughter, Ashleigh Skaggs.

Cremation was chosen by the family.

Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Cindy Henson - February 22, 1966 - April 19, 2024

Departed: 04/19/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Cindy Baldwin Henson, age 58, of Hodgenville, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024, at her residence.

She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

Cindy is survived by her husband, Russell Henson; a daughter, Tiffany (Alberto) Picazo of Edwardsville, Kansas; a son, Brandon (Marissa) Baldwin, of Clarksville Tennessee and seven grandchildren, Zyler Baldwin, Braylee Baldwin, Zoey Baldwin, T.J. Baldwin, Luis Picazo, Eva Picazo and Omar Picazo.

Cindy was cremated.

There are no services scheduled at this time. Bennett-Bertram Funeral home is assisting the family with arrangements

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Russell DeSpain - December 09, 1923 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Russell Leo DeSpain, age 100, of Elizabethtown, passed away, Thursday, April 18, 2024, at Sunrise Manor Nursing Home in Hodgenville.

He was born December 9, 1923, in Howardstown. He was a member of Hardin County First United Baptist Church and retired from Firestone in Elizabethtown. Russell served in the United States Navy on the USS Tennessee during WWII, he was in six major battles.

Russell was preceded in death by his by his first wife, Minnie Thompson DeSpain; his second wife, Rosa Witten DeSpain and his third wife, Zella Ann Gent DeSpain; a son, Arley Leo DeSpain; his parents, William Thomas and Nora Alice DeSpain; four brothers, Grady, Harold, Kenneth and Eugene DeSpain; seven sisters, Edna Quillen, Anna Lewis, Mildred Mather Wright, Margie Avalon, Thelma Dean Brown Owens, Alma Lucille Milburn and Carrie Lee Kidd; a step-daughter, Betty Roberts and his step-father Robert M. Perkins.

He is survived by a son, Larry DeSpain of Hodgenville; a daughter, Charlene (Paul) Hines Baumgardner of Hodgenville; a daughter-in-law, Delores DeSpain of Hodgenville; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren; step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; a sister, Ella Rea Watters of California.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville, Bro. Joe Hall officiating. Burial will follow in Red Hill Cemetery.

The visitation will be 3 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Expression of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Hodgenville Gideon Camp P.O. Box 25, Hodgenville, Ky 42748 or the charity of your choice.

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Howard Donald "Donnie" Sutherland - September 06, 1939 - April 15, 2024

Departed: 04/15/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Howard Donald “Donnie” Sutherland, age 84, of Buffalo, passed away, Monday, April 15, 2024, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown.

He was a member of Buffalo Baptist Church; a lifelong farmer and cattle hauler and worked at Burbon Stockyards for many years.

Donnie was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Edna Hines Sutherland and a sister, Phyllis Duncan.

He is survived by his wife, Naomi Sutherland; a daughter, Deanna (Timmy) Creason; a son, Danny (Sandy) Sutherland; five grandchildren, Amber (R.W.) Chaudoin, Jessica (Jimmie) Wood, Alexis Sutherland, Aleasha (Travis) DeSpain and Jacob (Tiffany) Sutherland; eleven great-grandchildren and a sister, Carolyn (Carl) Mather.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, April 18, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Bro. Ryan Coffey officiating. Burial will follow in Buffalo Cemetery.

Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and continues after 9 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Donnie’s pallbearers will be R.W. Chaudoin, Travis DeSpain, Jacob Sutherland, Nathan McClure, Trenton DeSpain, Nick Brooks and C.E. Mather.  Honorary pallbearer will be Lyle Warren.

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Norma Jean Conner - January 07, 1933 - April 13, 2024

Departed: 04/13/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Norma Jean Conner, age 91, of Buffalo, passed away, Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Baptist Health Hardin.

She was a member of Buffalo Baptist Church and an educator for over 35 years with the LaRue County School System.

Norma was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Gordon Conner in 2009; her parents, Hulet and Grace Cobb Sutherland; two brothers, James and Robert Sutherland.

She is survived by a son, Kenley (Dawn) Conner of Hodgenville; a sister, Mary B. Poore of Buffalo; five grandchildren, Emily (Ben) Mohon, Ben (Blair) Conner, Hannah (Joost) Stekelenburg, Eli (Ashlee) Royalty and Maddie (Chris) Long; four great-grandchildren with two on the way.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 20, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville, Bro. Ryan Coffey and Bro. Rodney Rogers officiating.

Burial will follow in Buffalo Cemetery.

Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

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Kathleen Baumgardner - August 11, 1940 - April 10, 2024

Departed: 04/10/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Kathleen Baumgardner, age 83, of Hodgenville, passed away, Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown.

She grew up in Lowell Indiana and was a member of Buffalo Baptist Church, retired ward clerk for Hardin Memorial Hospital ER. Kathleen enjoyed crocheting and giving her crafts away, she loved spending time with her grandkids.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Baumgardner; her parents, Thomas and Dorothy Bradford Cotter and a brother, James Cotter.

She is survived by two daughters, Tracie (Dale) Davis of Hodgenville and Kelly (Reese) Byrd of Vidor, Texas; a son, Shane (Edith) Baumgardner of Abilene, Texas; eleven grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and a sister, Judy Ayer of Carmel, Indiana.

Funeral services will be held at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Bro. DeWayne Gibson officiating.  Burial will follow in Buffalo Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday and after 12 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

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Charles "Charlie" Allen Lawler - April 14, 1954 - April 09, 2024

Departed: 04/09/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Charles Allen “Charlie” Lawler, age 69, of Hodgenville, passed away, Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Baptist Health Hardin.

He was a former employee of Scotty’s Construction and enjoyed gardening and growing flowers.

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Mitchell and Millie Ragland Lawler; a sister, Juanita Cruse and a brother, Joe Lawler.

He is survived by his wife, Glenda Allen Lawler; a daughter, Jenny Lawler of Lebanon; two grandsons, Blake Merryman and Bryce Lawler; a great-grandson, Asher Merryman; two brothers, Danny Lawler of Hodgenville and Carl (Juanita) Lawler of Mt. Sherman; two sisters, Rose (Ray) Taylor of Wisconsin and Joyce Aubrey of Louisville.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 12, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home, Bro. Ronnie Ramsey officiating. Burial will follow in Buffalo Cemetery.

Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and after 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

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Mary Ann McClough - January 06, 1935 - April 08, 2024

Departed: 04/08/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Mary Ann McClough was born in Campbellsville on January 6, 1935, to the late Nathan W. and Alice V. Coakley Johnson and went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 8, 2024 in Hodgenville.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Russell McClough; a son, Larry McClough, Sr.; a grandson. DeWayne McClough Jr; her parents, brothers, Wilton, Buck, George, Harvey, Spencer and Carl Johnson and sisters Nellentine, Nellie, Adla, Ora Lee and Margaret.

Mary Ann married the love of her life, Russel McClough and dedicated her life to homemaking.  She loved cooking and flowers of all kinds. She was born again in 1968 at Christ Temple Church, District Elder James Mayfield, Cleveland, Ohio.

She leaves nine surviving children, Owen McClough, DeWayne McClough, Johnnie (Shirley) Johnson, Anthony (Cassandra) McClough, Marshell Johnson-Wright, Mary Allice McClough, Sarah Johnson, Elizabeth (Bathea) Piggee and Karen (Shug) McClough; two brothers, James Johnson and Paul (Annie) Johnson; one sister, Brenda (Henry) Bennett; a daughter-in-law, Tracy McClough and a host of grandchildren, great and great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 13, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Pastor Darian Sheppard officiating.  Burial will follow in Pleasant Union Church Cemetery near Campbellsville.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

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David Harrison - Unknown - April 07, 2024

Departed: 04/07/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: David Harrison, age 74, of Hodgenville, a native of Louisville, passed away, Sunday April 7, 2024, at his residence.

He was retired from UPS after 37 years, former owner and operator of Lincoln’ Loft Bookstore and an avid worker.

David was preceded in death by his parents, Noel Louis and Jessie Elizabeth Hynds; a sister, Mary Ellen Jordan; three brothers, Billy, Kenny and Earl Harrison.

David is survived by his wife of 50 years, Becky Bickel Harrison; a daughter, Jessica (Jeremy) Dunn of Hodgenville, a son, Michael (Heather) Harrison of Inez; three sisters, Jeanne (Pat) Hanka of Indiana, Edith (Donald) Brothers and Fifi (Paulie) Monroe all of Louisville; a brother, Noey (Pat) Harrison of Louisville; four grandchildren, Kaelyn (Luke) Prince, Steven (Paxton) Dunn, Alexa (Hunter) Pearman and Killian Harrison; eight great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13, at Joseph E. Ratterman and Son Funeral Home 7336 Southside Drive in Louisville, burial will follow in Resthaven Cemetery.

Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville is in charge of arrangements.

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Karol Elaine Peacock - August 31, 1956 - April 07, 2024

Departed: 04/07/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Karol Elaine Peacock, age 67, of Hodgenville, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Sunrise Manor Nursing Home in Hodgenville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Duane and Irene Roller Maxam and a sister, Sandra Vessels.

Karol is survived by three daughters, Sherri (Robert) McMichael of Mississippi, Jessica (James) Perkins of Hodgenville and Heidi Wall of Texas; three sons, Eric Donald (Samantha) Peacock, Jr. of Hodgenville, Aaron Buchanon of Michigan and Andy Buchanon of California, many 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 14, at Bennet-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with burial to follow in South Fork Baptist Church Cemetery near Hodgenville.

Visitation begins after 11 a.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

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William "Robert" Maynard - February 06, 1948 - April 06, 2024

Departed: 04/06/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: William “Robert” Maynard, age 76, of Hodgenville, formerly of Inez, passed away, Saturday, April 6, 2024, surrounded by his family after suffering from a long battle with cancer. He was born February 6, 1948, to Hezekiah and Una Webb Maynard in Williamson, West Virginia. Robert went on to join the Unites States Navy where he served two years during Vietnam, he worked as a coal miner and also served as a Deputy Sheriff in Martin County, Robert was well known for refereeing basketball and umpiring baseball games, he was an avid lover of the University of Kentucky Wildcats Basketball, Robert had a contagious personality and everyone who knew him loved him. He married his high school sweetheart Judith Clay in 1968.

Robert was preceded by his wife of 49 years Judith Clay Maynard; a son, Willaim Howard Maynard; a granddaughter, Brooke Nicole Maynard; his parents; four sisters, Barbara Chaffin, Beulah Brewer, Winnie Carter and Helen Maynard; two brothers, Hershel and Arthur Pete Maynard.

He is survived by a son, Keith Bradley (Alesha) Maynard of Hodgenville; two grandsons, Seth Patrick of Inez and Kameron Preece of Radcliff; a special niece, Angela Friend of Galloway, Ohio; a special great-niece, Bekah Friend also of Galloway, Ohio; a host of nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

Robert was cremated, a celebration of life service with Military honors will be held at a later date.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to Hosparus of Central Kentucky for the excellent care they provided.

Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Alice Elaine Riggs - March 25, 1936 - March 31, 2024

Departed: 03/31/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Alice Elaine Leevey Riggs, age 88, of Hodgenville, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024 at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, John Lee “Johnny” Riggs; two daughters, Joanna Elaine Riggs and Janetta Lee Riggs; her parents, Clifford and Grace Snyder Leevey; two brothers, Merle and Virgil Leevey; four sisters, Mary Frances Wood, Juanita Harman, Ruth Leevey and Rachel Leevey and a son-in-law, Marc Meadows.

Alice is survived by two daughters, Danita Riggs of Hodgenville and Angela (Les) Hyatt of Lebanon; a son, Johnny (Marie) Riggs of Hodgenville; eight grandchildren, Johnny M. (Rebecca) Riggs, Dana Jones, Tyler Riggs, Chris Riggs, Patrick (Samantha) Hyatt, Alex (Brittany) Hyatt, Zander (Sasha) Hyatt and Landon Hyatt; thirteen great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Isaac and Lydia Riggs, Franklin Parks, Avyana, Colton, Aurora and DeLuca Riggs, Oakley, Maddox, Yuri and Ethan Hyatt and Braylen Hyatt; a great-great-grandson, Elias Riggs and special family friends, Hope and Tommy Self and Kayla Thompson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Bro. Carlie Riggs officiating.  Burial will follow in Red Hill Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

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Cevelyn "Gail" Herron - February 23, 1947 - March 25, 2024

Departed: 03/25/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Cevelyn “Gail” Riggs Herron, age 77, of Ormond Beach, FL, formerly of Hodgenville, passed away, Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Fish Memorial Hospital in Orange City, FL.

She was a member of Steadfast Baptist Church in Hodgenville and DaySpring Community Church in DeLand, FL and was a former office manager for K-Mart in Elizabethtown.

Gail is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Ray Herron; a daughter, Linda Mae Herron; her parents, Clifford Russell and Ola Jean Tharp Riggs and a half-sister, Lois Roy.

She is survived by two sons, Ricky (Cindy) Herron of Hodgenville and Dennis (Emily) Herron of Daytona Beach, FL; four grandchildren, Sarah (Alex) Pike, Jaide Herron, Sullie (Melissa) Herron and Savannah Herron and seven great-grandchildren,  Donovan Michael Ray Pike, Charlotte May Herron, Charles James Pike, Olivia June Herron, Georgia Rose Herron, Sophia Rose Pike and Jordan Silas Herron.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, April 5, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Dennis Herron officiating.  Burial will follow in Red Hill Cemetery.

Visitation begins at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

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Ruth Sprowles Lewis - March 27, 1918 - March 23, 2024

Departed: 03/23/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Ruth M. Sprowles Lewis, age 105, of Glasgow, formerly of Buffalo, passed away, Saturday, March 23, 2024, at her residence.

She was a retired supervisor for the Department of Social Services in Riverside, California, a member of Buffalo Baptist Church and a past Worthy Matron for the Order of Eastern Star.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husbands, O. Lincoln Sprowles and Wayne Lewis; a daughter, Betty Neumann; a son, Dennis Sprowles; her parents, Richard Elmer and Ann Elizabeth Chaudoin Matherly; several brothers and sisters.

She is survived by a son, Richard Sprowles of VanNuys, California; a daughter-in-law, Brenda Sprowles of Glasgow; three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 29, at Taylors Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery, 3761 Taylors Chapel Rd. Campbellsville.

Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville is in charge of arrangements.

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Faith MarieLynne Johnson - July 23, 1997 - March 18, 2024

Departed: 03/18/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Faith MarieLynne Johnson, age 26, passed away Monday, March 18, 2024 in New Haven.

She was aggressively affectionate, a huge Tim Burton fan and was obsessed with the horror genre, serial killers and all animals.  An automotive technician, she was currently working for Burger’s OK Tires in Elizabethtown and formerly worked for Michael’s Tires in Bardstown.

Faith was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Beryl Bradley Anderson; her “grandma” Jeanie Layne, her “mammaw” Judy Sloas and numerous aunts and uncles.

She is survived by her son whom she was madly in love with, Bradley Johnson; her parents, Heather and Duane Johnson; siblings, CPT Chance (Hannah) Johnson, US Army, Hope (Andres) Pardo-Rivera, Christian (Jessica) Johnson and Amanda (Tadd) Gilmore; her paternal grandfather, SFC (Ret) Duane E. Johnson; her maternal grandmother, Beverly Johnson; her significant other, Joe Atkins; her “papaw”, Rick Layne and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Cremation was chosen and the family will have a private celebration of life at a later date.

Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to the Army Emergency Relief Fund.

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LaDean Mather Self - January 14, 1931 - March 14, 2024

Departed: 03/14/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: LaDean Mather Self, age 93, of Hodgenville, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Signature Healthcare in Elizabethtown.

She was a member of Union Christian Church Sunday school teacher, youth leader and active in her church; longtime member of Crosstown Hometown Homemakers, past LaRue County Homemakers President. She was a charter member of Unit 87 American Legion Auxiliary and past District President of the American Legion Auxiliary; served on the Lincoln Museum Board, past President of Lincoln Days, Inc., volunteered for the American Red Cross, Relay for Life and many years for Sunrise Manor Nursing Home.

LaDean was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Kenneth “Todd” Self; a son, Charles Marcus Self; her parents, Perry and Evelyn Riley Mather and a sister, Margaret Kennedy.

She is survived by two sons, John Self of Boston, MA and Glenn Sigl, two brothers, Cecil Mather of Hodgenville, Merritt Mather of Louisville; two sisters, Pat (Jim) Hatcher of Elizabethtown and Alice Rock of Elizabethtown.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 17, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Bro. Steven Campbell officiating. Burial will follow in Union Christian Church Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday and after 10 a.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

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Helen Jane Lile - March 01, 1935 - March 12, 2024

Departed: 03/12/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Helen Jane Pearman Lile, age 89, of Hodgenville, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown.

She loved her Jesus her Lord and Savior, her family and her fur baby, Gracie Mae.

She was a wonderful mother and homemaker; in her earlier years she worked on the farm with her husband and sold Home Interiors and Gifts for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Otis T. Lile; her parents, Robert Gardner Pearman, Sr. and Anna Belle Sidebottom Pearman; seven brothers, Robert G. Pearman, Jr., John Thomas “J.T.” Pearman, Virgil Lee Pearman, James Paul Pearman, Harold Dean Pearman, William Leonard “Buddy” Pearman and Charles Richard Pearman and two sisters, Mable Louise Bell and Evelyn Joyce Hedgespeth.

Jane is survived by her daughter, Angela (Terry) Peace of Magnolia; a brother, Joseph Eugene Pearman of Hodgenville and three sisters, Mary Catherine McGuffey of Hodgenville, Martha Belle Cloninger of Shelbyville and Gloria Mae Farmer of Radcliff.

She is also survived by and affectionately know as “Aunt Jane” to many precious nieces and nephews as well as many others that were blessed to know her over the years.

Funeral services will be held at 12 noon, Saturday, March 16, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Gary Pearman, Rev. Lucas Hedgespeth and Rev. Kurt Barros officiating.  Burial will follow in Hodgenville Pentecostal Church Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Aunt Jane’s pallbearers will be six of her great-nephews, Alex Dohn, Ethan Hedgespeth, Dylon Hedgespeth, Titus Pearman, Thomas Pearman and Virgil Zicari.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Gideons International, Hodgenville Camp, PO Box 25, Hodgenville, KY 42748, or the charity of your choice.

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Nadine Jennings - October 02, 1931 - March 06, 2024

Departed: 03/06/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Nadine Riddle Jennings, age 92, of Elizabethtown, formerly of Hodgenville and Burkesville, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Peridot Senior Living in Elizabethtown.

She was a member of LaRue County Church of Christ and retired owner, operator and manager of rental properties and a bed and breakfast.

Nadine was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Jennings; her parents, Lee and Eunice Burns Riddle and a brother, Phillip Riddle.

She is survived by two daughters, Pam (Walt Hillje) Jennings of Elizabethtown and Arethia “Re” Amos of Upton; four grandchildren, Devin Amos, April Joiner, Angel Sluder and Autumn Joiner-Smith; nine great-grandchildren, Jasmine Henry, Koree Krupinski, Gavin Krupinski, Isabella Jans, Wyatt Cain, Jonah Howlett, Toby Sluder, Nicholas Smith and Quinn Perry and a brother, Nile (Ruth) Riddle of Hodgenville.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. (ET) Saturday, March 9, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Ray Pack officiating. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. (ET) at Chestnut Grove Cemetery in Burkesville.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and after 9 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

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Rev. David Edward Miller - May 23, 1940 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (Hodgenville)

Obituary Preview: Rev. David Edward Miller, age 83, of Hodgenville, passed away Monday, March 4, 2024, at his residence.

He was a proud Navy and Air Force veteran, recently being honored to go with the Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.  A member of South Fork Baptist Church, David loved ministering and singing, formerly pastoring O’Brien Baptist Church in Florida and Calvary Hill Baptist Church in Lincoln County.

David was preceded in death by a daughter, Faith Renee Miller; his parents, Guy Miller, Jr. and Clara DeSpain Mather and a brother, Ricky Mather.

He is survived by his wife Brenda Lee Miller; five children, John Paul Miller of Louisville, Christopher G. (Sharman) Miller of Louisville and their children, Nic, Julien, Sam, Violet, Scarlet and Maizy, Shannon (Christian Croxton) Miller of Bowling Green, Kim Lee (Kent) Montgomery of Elizabethtown and their children Cory, Ryan and Austin and Kay (Larry) Howell of Magnolia and their children Cody (Stephanie) and Tyler (Molly); eleven siblings, Don (Janice) Miller, Carla Mather, Randy Mather, Katie (Gary) Dove, Kathy Miller, Karen (Richard) Gambrell, Karmen (Steve) Libby, Kristen (Jo) McDonald, Kenn (Erica) Miller, Jayne Allen and Billy Miller; 7 great-grandchildren with one on the way; many nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of other friends and family.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 7, at Bennett-Bertram Funeral Home in Hodgenville with Bro. Jonathan Carl officiating. Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery-Central in Radcliff.

Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and after 9 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

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Caring for Your Loved One

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Supporting You Through Grief

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Pre-Planning and Advanced Planning Options

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A Commitment to Community Involvement

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It's usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the person's passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing essential information to those who need to know about the funeral arrangements, memorial services, and other details. They can also help loved ones process their grief and come to terms with their loss.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include funeral service details, donation requests, and any other relevant information.

Who writes an obituary?

The responsibility of writing an obituary usually falls on the family members or close friends of the deceased. Funeral homes or online obituary platforms may also offer assistance in writing and publishing the obituary.

How long does it take to write an obituary?

The time it takes to write an obituary can vary depending on the complexity and detail required. On average, it can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours to write a well-crafted obituary.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it's becoming increasingly popular for people to write their own obituaries before they pass away. This can be a therapeutic exercise that allows individuals to reflect on their life and legacy.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only the most basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary, on the other hand, provides a more detailed account of the person's life and accomplishments.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

To submit an obituary to a newspaper, you'll typically need to contact the paper's obituary department directly or use their online submission portal. Be prepared to provide the necessary information and payment for publication.

Can I publish an obituary online?

Yes, many online platforms and funeral home websites allow you to publish an obituary online. This can be a convenient and cost-effective way to share the news with a wider audience.

How long does an obituary stay online?

The length of time an obituary remains online varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep it available indefinitely, while others may remove it after a certain period.

Can I edit or update an obituary after it's been published?

In some cases, it may be possible to make minor corrections or updates to an obituary after it's been published. However, this depends on the policies of the publication or platform.

What is the cost of publishing an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies widely depending on the publication, word count, and other factors. Online platforms may offer free or low-cost options, while traditional newspapers may charge by the line or word.

Can I include photos or other media in an obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include photos, videos, or other multimedia elements in an obituary. This can help bring the tribute to life and make it more engaging.

How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?

If you notice errors or inaccuracies in an obituary, contact the publication or platform immediately to request corrections. They will work with you to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

Can I reuse an obituary for multiple publications?

Yes, you can reuse an obituary for multiple publications or online platforms. Just be sure to check each publication's specific requirements and formatting guidelines beforehand.

What is the purpose of an obituary archive?

An obituary archive is a collection of past obituaries that can be searched and accessed by researchers, genealogists, and family historians. These archives often provide valuable insights into local history and community heritage.

How do I find old obituaries?

You can search for old obituaries through online archives, libraries, genealogy websites, or by contacting local historical societies. Many newspapers also maintain archives of past issues that can be accessed for research purposes.

Can I write an anonymous obituary?

In general, it's not recommended to write an anonymous obituary. Obituaries are meant to be a public acknowledgment of someone's passing and should include accurate information about the deceased.

What if I don't want an obituary published at all?

In some cases, families may choose not to publish an obituary due to personal preferences or cultural traditions. While this is understandable, it's essential to consider how this decision might affect friends and community members who may want to pay their respects.

Can I include humor or lighthearted moments in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries don't have to be somber and serious all the time. Including humorous anecdotes or lighthearted stories can help celebrate the person's life and personality.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

When dealing with sensitive information such as cause of death or personal struggles, it's essential to approach the topic with tact and respect. Consider consulting with family members or close friends before including such details in the obituary.

Can I include quotes or poems in an obituary?

Yes! Quotes, poems, or lyrics that resonate with the person's life or personality can add depth and meaning to the obituary. Just be sure to obtain necessary permissions or credits if using copyrighted material.

What is the role of social media in sharing an obituary?

Social media platforms have become increasingly important for sharing news of a loved one's passing. You can share the obituary link on Facebook, Twitter, or other platforms to reach a wider audience quickly and easily.

Can I create a memorial website instead of publishing an obituary?

Yes! Memorial websites offer a dedicated space for sharing memories, photos, and stories about the deceased. They can be especially useful for those who prefer not to publish a traditional obituary.