Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service Obituaries

Obituary Preview: Michael Ray Cook 1966 - 2022Michael Ray Cook, 55, of Lexington, KY, formerly of Olive Hill, entered into rest Sunday night, April 17, 2022, at his residence.  He was born May 18, 1966, in Chicago, IL, to Eunice Marie Crank Cook and the late Berthel Lee Cook. He enjoyed working on old cars and fishing.In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one brother, Jackie Lee Cook.In addition to his mother, Michael is survived by one son, Michael Hall; three sisters, Debra Caudill, Karen Sue Miller, and Brenda Kay James; and one brother, Barry Alan Cook. In addition to these, he leaves behind several nieces, nephews, as well as other family and friends who will greatly miss him.Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM, Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. Daniel Long officiating.Friends may visit from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Thursday, April 21, 2022 at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Johnny Allen Caudill 1957 - 2022Johnny Allen Caudill, 65, of Grayson, KY, entered into rest Friday night, April 15, 2022, at his residence.  He was born January 23, 1957, in Columbus, OH, to the late Fred and Mary Wise Caudill.John was of the Christian faith, and was saved and baptized at the First Christian Church in Olive Hill. He traveled the country as a pilot/escort driver in the transportation industry.  After retirement he enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Fred Caudill.John is survived by his wife of thirty years, Phyllis Caudill; three daughters, Johnna Caudill, Deanna Caudill, and Samantha Fuller; two sons, Christopher Caudill, and Ralph Caudill; five step-daughters, Dawn Gessner Adams, Valerie Gessner Bitner, Tracy Gessner Prichard, Stacy Gessner Burke; and Kaila Merick; two sisters, Tammy Myers, and Linda Boyer; one brother, Martin Cramblet; nineteen grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. In addition to these, John leaves behind his best friends, Donnie and Holly Lykins; and the one person who kept him in line, his granddaughter, Miley Henderson.In keeping with John’s wishes, there will be no public services.

Obituary Preview: Kathy Lynn Swanigan 1965 - 2022Kathy Lynn Swanigan, 58, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Wednesday evening, April 13, 2022, at her residence.  She was born in Carter County, KY on March 16, 1965, to the late Boyd Littleton and Dora White Littleton.Kathy enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren; and playing games on her phone or tablet.  She was a wonderful and caring person who would do anything for anyone.  Her door was always open, and she never turned away family or friends in need.Kathy is survived by one daughter, April Swanigan; two sons, David Swanigan Jr., and Eric Swanigan; three sisters; three brothers; and ten grandchildren. In addition to these, she also leaves behind her lifetime companion and partner, David Swanigan.The family will gather at her mother’s graveside, Bethel Cemetery, Rt. 2, Olive Hill for a memorial service at 12:00 Noon, Saturday, April 16, 2022. Bro. Jason Lewis will be officiating.

Obituary Preview: Debra “Debby” Evans, 65, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Tuesday evening, April 5, 2022, at her residence.  She was born in Toledo, OH on December 1, 1956, to the late Theodore & Loretta Duncan Evans.Debby humbly accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior in March of this year. She retired from Sealmaster in 2016, and was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved brother, Wally Evans.Debby is survived by two sisters, Karen Stead of Winchester, KY and Lisa (Rob) Whitt of Florida; one brother, Rob (Amelia) Evans of Grayson, KY; one niece; and six nephews.  She also leaves behind her dearest friend and caregiver, Pamela Garvin.Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 PM, Saturday, April 9, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. Darryl Garvin officiating.Friends may visit from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Saturday, April 9, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164. Burial will follow at the Olive Hill Memorial Park.Darryl Garvin, Hunter Gilliam, Lillian Newman, Brenda Fisher, Carl Steagall, and Homer Messer will serve as Pallbearers.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Ray “Yogi” Bear 1940 - 2022Ray “Yogi” Bear, 81, of Barker Flats, Carter County, Kentucky changed worlds and answered the call from his friend Jesus, from his residence on Friday, April 1, 2022. He was born October 24, 1940, at home, the son of James Hardin and Emily Ethel Boggs Bear, and raised on the Dudley farm near the Carter/Elliott County line.Ray became a born-again Christian at the evening service on December 4, 1994.  He was baptized on January 1, 1995, at Griffey Crossing; starting a new year and new life with Jesus.Ray was preceded in death by his parents, James Hardin and Emily Ethel Boggs Bear of Grahn, Kentucky; and three sisters, Lucille Bear of Dudley, Kentucky, Anne Catherine Holbrook of Elliott County, Kentucky, and Margie Holbrook of Parker Trail, Kentucky.He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Diana A. Barker Bear; five siblings, Floyd Bear of Dudley, Kentucky, Nemo Bear, Ervin Bear, Esther Bear, and Pauline Rice, all of Grahn, Kentucky; one daughter, Tammy (Steven) Cornett of Wilder, Kentucky; three grandchildren, Shannon Rae (fiancé, David DeLella) of Cincinnati, Ohio, Bethany (Michael) Tucker of Sharonville, Ohio, and Timothy Cornett (Barbara Hudson) of Milford, Ohio; two step great-grandchildren, Caiden and Luke Bradbury; three great-grandchildren, Elijah, Isaiah, and Uriel Cornett; one brother-in-law, Jerry F. (Carolyn) Barker and nephew, Charles F. Barker, all of Barker Flats, Kentucky; and one niece, Jennifer (Darius) Sprague, and two grandnieces, Hope and Darcy Sprague, all of Salyersville, Kentucky. In addition to these, Ray leaves behind several more nieces and nephews, whom he loved very much.Ray held several jobs in his lifetime. He worked in a machine shop in Michigan, as a telephone lineman in Kentucky, at the rail welding plant in Coalton, and with his father at the Grahn Fire brick plant for a short time. He worked as a butcher for several grocery stores for many years.  He did meat cutting for Barker Bear Custom Meats, tobacco farming, worked with cattle and horses, and for Carter Caves State Park.  His last job was at Superior Foods, with Bill Perry, as a meatcutter.Ray has always loved being home on the farm. Even as a young boy attending Pine Springs and Grahn schools, he helped his family grow a garden. One thing he didn’t grow, yet everyone in the family loved to eat, was Ethel Bear’s homemade chocolate syrup.  It wasn’t a meal unless that was present on the table.Ray attended Mountain Top Chapel and Smokey Valley Baptist Church, as well as being a member of the Heart Family, which included Grandmother Louise, Sonny Logan, and other greatly loved friends.Ray was a multi-talented man, making leather goods, whittling and woodcraft, trying to fix whatever was broken, hunting, fishing, and working with cattle and horses.  One special buddy was Meeko, a beautiful palomino. He liked bluegrass music, flute and drum music, Charlie Pride, and Ralph Stanley’s “Rank Stranger”. His latest joy was watching the birds, rabbits, and squirrels frisk around in the yard.Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Sunday, April 3, 2022, at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Pastors Jim Owens and Mike Bryant officiating. He will be laid to rest in Barker Cemetery, Barker Flats, Carter County, Kentucky, the same day.Friends may visit from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Sunday, April 3, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164. Open to family at 9:00 AM.Donations can be made to either Diana Bear or the Shriners Children’s Hospital, Lexington Unit. Special thanks to Community Hospice for their wonderful care.Steven Cornett, Charles F. Barker, Michael Tucker, Darius Sprague, Timothy Cornett, Levon Bear, David DeLella, and Harlan Bear will serve as pallbearers.Floyd Bear, Ervin Bear, Jerry F, Barker, Delbert Barker, Bill Perry, Darrell Price, Art Rogers, Mike Bryant, and Mitchell Mabry are recognized as honorary pallbearers.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Prentice Edward “Eddie” Reynolds, 53, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Thursday morning, March 31, 2022, at his residence.  He was born July 4, 1968, in Crestline, OH, to the late Charles Edward and Dorothy Louise Gilliam Reynolds.Eddie attended Upper Trough Camp Holiness Church, and he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved everybody and was always willing to help anyone who was in need. Eddie will always be remembered as a jokester, he loved to pull pranks and found joy in aggravating his friends and family.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Sherry Renne Reynolds Stamper, and an infant sister; and his grandparents, Prentice and Nellie Reynolds, and Herbert and Jewell Gilliam.Eddie is survived by his stepmother, Ethel McFarland Reynolds; three sisters, Lori (Dale) Buckler, Vicky (John) Nusbuam, and Raylene (Shawn) Zerby; one brother, Allen (Susan) Reynolds; fourteen nieces and nephews, Brandon, Billie, Corey, John, Cody, Hunter, Landon, Logan, Lucas, Elizabeth, Luke, Tori, Jude, and Anna; and eight great- nieces and great-nephews, Brayden, Adalind, Jordan, Harper, Madelynn, Emma, Noah, Braxton, and Brycen. In addition to these, Eddie leaves behind a host of family and friends who will greatly miss him.Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. Andy Lands, Bro. Junior Logan, and Bro. Darryl Garvin officiating. Burial will follow at the Reynolds Family Cemetery.Friends may visit from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Monday, April 4, 2022, and from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, to Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.John Stamper, Hunter, Stamper, Cody Stamper, Landon Reynolds, Brandon Reynolds, Corey McGlone, Dale Buckler, and Jeff P’Simer will serve as Pallbearers.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Robert Howard Budde, Jr. 1973 - 2022Robert Howard Budde, Jr., 48, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at his residence.  He was born August 30, 1973, in Morehead, KY, to Janet Matteson Green and the late Robert Howard Budde, Sr.Robert loved to spend time with his family, friends, and neighbors.In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank and Madeline Eve Budde.Robert is survived by his mother, Janet Marie (John) Green; nine sisters, Ruth (Perry) Attwell of East Otto, NY, Denise (James) Wheeler of Salamanca, NY, Valerie (Shawn) King of Bowling Green, KY, Theresa (Tyler) Larson of Mt. Sterling, KY, Janet (Regis) Lilley of East Otto, NY, Patricia (Joe) Stafford of Soldier, KY, Lisa Lawhorn of Morehead, KY, Allie Wells of Morehead, KY and Jennifer (Brett) Whalen-Green of East Otto, NY; two brothers, Albert (Regina) Budde, and Timothy (Jolana) Lawhorn, both of Olive Hill, KY. In addition to these, Robert leaves behind several nieces, nephews, as well as a host of other family and friends who will greatly miss him.Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 PM, Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. Darryl Garvin officiating. Burial will follow at the Budde Cemetery in Olive Hill, KY.Friends may visit from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM, Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Johnathan Edward Hall 1962 - 2022Johnathan Edward Hall, 59, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Sunday afternoon, March 20, 2022, at his residence.  He was born November 23, 1962, in Carter County, KY, to the late Jack Dempsey Hall and Betty Jean Baker Hall.John was a former drywall installer.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, as well as riding horses.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Elsie Renee Hall and Sharon Kaye Hall; and six brothers, Paul Martin Hall, Ricky Dewayne Hall, Brian Keith Hall, Daniel George Hall, Jack Hall and Frankie Hall.John is survived by one daughter, Tracy Hall; one son, Daniel Hall; two sisters, Diane Erwin, and Vicky McGuire; five brothers, Allen Hall, Timothy David Hall, Barry Phillip Hall, Randy Eugene Hall, and Kevin Ray Hall; and several grandchildren.  In addition to these, John leaves behind a host of family and friends who will greatly miss him.Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 PM, Monday, March 28, 2022, at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. Darryl Garvin officiating.Friends may visit from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Monday, March 28, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Carl “Jay” May, Jr. 1934 - 2022Carl “Jay” May, Jr., 87, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Wednesday morning, March 16, 2022, at St. Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, KY.  He was born August 30, 1934, in Greenup County, KY, to the late Carl May and Mary Dean Bays.Carl was employed by Ford Motor Company for 28 years; and served as a firefighter in Lyon Township, MI for 20 years.  He was of the Baptist faith and a member of the NRA.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, turkey shoots, and pistol shooting.  He also enjoyed bowling, watching Nascar, playing the lottery, listening to country music, and especially spending time spoiling his grandkids and great-grandkids.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Connie May Navarre; one sister, Billie Jean Riley; three brothers, Ralph May, Clyde May, Bob May; and grandson, Jayce May.Carl is survived by his wife of 63 years, Frances Reynolds May; four sons, Timothy May, Mark (Laura) May, Gary (Marcy) May, and Randy (Rhonda) May; twelve grandchildren; and seventeen great-grandchildren. In addition to these, Carl leaves behind a host of family and friends who will greatly miss him.Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 PM, Saturday, March 19, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. Brock Cox officiating.Friends may visit from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Saturday, March 19, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Lindsey Beth Duncan 1988 - 2022Lindsey Beth Duncan, 33, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Sunday morning, March 12, 2022, at King’s Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY.  She was born in Morehead, KY on November 13, 1988, to Engil Laveron Duncan and the late Teresa Lynn Hall Duncan.Lindsey enjoyed flowers, gardening, and singing.  She was a selfless person with the biggest heart; she was always willing to help her friends; and always ready to make someone laugh. Most importantly she loved spending time her family.In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, James Newsome & Garnet Carpenter Newsome.In addition to her father, Lindsey is survived by; two sisters, Jessica (Johnny) Estes, and Christin (Dave) Walker; one brother, Shane Abbott; three nephews, Marshall Jessie, Jackson Walker, and Kasey Dickerson; and two nieces, Kalli Utley, and special niece and namesake, Olivia Beth Estes. In addition to these, she her fiancé of 15 years, Michael Hedge and her dog “son”, Bentley; as well as a host of family and friends who will greatly miss her.Funeral services will be conducted 1:00 PM, Sunday, March 20, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. Darryl Garvin officiating.Friends may visit from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Sunday, March 20, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Johnny Estes, Jason Duncan, Cody Duncan, Chris Smith, Dave Walker and Steven Garvin will serve as Pallbearers.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Connie Jo Sparks 1968 - 2022Connie Jo Sparks, 54, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Friday morning, March 11, 2022, at St. Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, KY.  She was born in Morehead, KY on March 4, 1968, to Evelyn Gilbert Sparks and the late Leroy “Pee Wee” Sparks.Connie was a private in-home caregiver for the elderly. She was of the Pentecostal faith. She was a people person and very funny; and she loved to spend time with her family and friends.  Connie was very loving and giving;  she always wanted to put other’s needs before her own.In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her domestic partner, Jeff Mocabee.In addition to her mother, Connie is survived by one daughter, Amber Dawn Sparks; one special nephew, Jax Sparks, whom she helped to raise; six sisters, Angie Sparks, Elizabeth Sparks, Vickie Bair, Laurie (Bucky) Waddell, Gail (Butch) Dermon, and Denise (Michael) Adams; and one brother, Junior (Mollie) Sparks. In addition to these, she leaves behind many nieces and nephews; as well as a host of family and friends who will greatly miss her.The family will be hosting a Memorial Service to honor Connie at 1:00 PM, on Friday, March 18, 2022, at the Olive Hill Community Center/Senior Citizen Building.

Obituary Preview: James Edgar “Big Jim” Reynolds 1941 - 2022James Edgar “Big Jim” Reynolds, 80, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Monday morning, February 28, 2022, at his residence. He was born August 21, 1941, in Carter County, KY, to the late Charles Prentiss Reynolds and Nellie Henderson Reynolds.Jim was a retired Pipefitter, out of Local 521. He enjoyed attending church at Upper Trough Camp Church, and more recently at James Chapel Community Holiness.  Jim enjoyed many different activities, especially social ones; such as attending auctions, searching out yard sales, fishing and fish fries, playing with the kids, and especially loafing at the local funeral homes.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Judy Patton Reynolds; five sisters, Garrnet Callihan, Wilma Akers, Alberta “Bertie” Littleton, Alma Wells, and Eunice Hill; and four brothers, Elwood Reynolds, Charles Reynolds, Fred Reynolds, and Mike Reynolds.Jim is survived by one sister, Linda P’Simer; a special nephew, Jake P’Simer (great-nephew, Colby); and a special friend, Darryl Garvin. In addition to these, Jim leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends who will greatly miss him.Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 6, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. Darryl Garvin officiating. Burial will follow at the Reynolds Cemetery, Olive Hill, KY.Friends may visit from 1:00 PM until the time of service, Sunday, March 6, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: George Cooley, 49, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Thursday morning, February 17, 2022, at St. Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, KY.  He was born June 7, 1972, in Morehead, KY, to the late Ira and Glennia Fern Cooley.George was a carpenter by trade.  He loved to fish, hunt, and eating peanut butter pie. He was a good friend to those who knew him and he was always willing to help his friends and neighbors.He is survived by two sons, Zacary Cooley of TX, and Chayton Cooley of Olive Hill; three sisters, Susan (Joey) Brown, Christine Butler, Glenia Cooley, both of Clarksville, TN; one brother, Charlie Cooley of OH; and five nieces and nephews. In addition to these, George leaves behind his friend Scott Foster, who he thought of as a big brother; as well as a host of family and friends who will greatly miss him.Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 PM, Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. L.A. Biggs officiating. Burial will follow at the Cooley Cemetery, Olive Hill, KY.Friends may visit from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Joey Brown, Jeremy Plummer, Steven Plummer, Scott Foster, Terry Richmond, and Seth McGuire will serve as pallbearers.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Linda Sue Parsons 1947 - 2022Linda Sue Parsons, 74, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Wednesday evening, February 16, 2022, at her residence.  She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on August 29, 1947, to the late John Willy Hicks and Betty Henman Hicks.Linda was a homemaker, raising her five children. She was of the Pentecostal faith and attended Old Path Pentecostal Church and New Life Victory Church. She enjoyed farming, gardening, spending time with her family, and worshiping in church.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Edward Parsons Sr.; one daughter, Glenda Sue Sammons; one grandson, Brandon Parsons; three sisters; and six brothers.Linda is survived by four sons, Joe (Rachel) Parsons, Glenn (Becky) Parsons, Eddie Parsons, and John Parsons (Kim Paino); four sisters, Pansey Moonham of Shelbyville, TN, Laverne Owens of Holland, Michigan, Cynthia “Tiny” Covington, of Pullman, Michigan, and Shirley Murphy of Shelbyville, TN; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren. In addition to these, she leaves behind her caregiver and special friend, Mary Clay; as well as a host of family and friends who will greatly miss her.Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM, Sunday, February 20, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, with Lowell Elliot and Daniel Miller officiating. Burial will follow at the Arms Cemetery.Friends may visit 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Saturday, February 19, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt Street, Olive Hill, KY.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Dennis E. LeMaster 1960 - 2022Dennis E. LeMaster, 61, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Thursday evening, February 3, 2022, at St. Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, KY.  He was born October 20, 1960, in Ashland, KY, to Olen Jr. LeMaster and the late Lou Ellen Clark LeMaster.Dennis was a Master HVAC/electrician for forty years, and owned and operated LeMaster Inc. Heat & Air for 22 years. He was a member of Haldeman Church of God.  He loved to fish, hunt, and camp; and he especially enjoyed his grandkids.In addition to his mother; he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Olen and Beulah LeMaster and Frank and Pearl Clark; and one infant sister, Anita Kaye LeMaster.Dennis is survived by his wife of 41 years, Elaine King LeMaster; his father, Olen Jr. (Garnett) LeMaster; one daughter, Regina (Albert) Budde; two sons, Josh (Marie) LeMaster, and Brad (Misty) LeMaster; one sister, Rhonda (Earl) Cline; and ten grandchildren, Steven Budde, Aiden Holbrook, Macey Holbrook, Samuel Budde, Megan LeMaster, Cody “Chief” LeMaster, Bella Adams, Ethan LeMaster, Aleiah LeMaster, and Elijah LeMaster. In addition to these, Dennis leaves behind a host of family and friends who will greatly miss him.Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 AM, Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. Michael King and Bro. Jason King officiating. Burial will follow at the Wilson Cemetery, Olive Hill, KY.Friends may visit from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday, February 7, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Ora Wayne Duncan 1973- 2022Ora Wayne Duncan, 48, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Wednesday morning, January 26, 2022, at St. Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, KY.  He was born in Rowan County, KY, July 23, 1973, to the late Ora Vernon “Buck” Duncan and Geneva Fay Mosier Duncan.Wayne was a jack-of-all trades.  He passed his time working on lawn mowers, vehicles, and helping the people around him.  He enjoyed family gatherings, farming, hunting, and fishing.  Wayne was a collector of cast iron and antiques, but mostly he loved spending time with his family especially his grandchildren.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one infant brother, Vernon Dale Duncan; one sister, Audrey Neighbors; three brothers-in-law, Lee Neighbors, Jean Zornes, and Billy Clayton Hall; one niece, Tyra Hamilton; one nephew, Danny Ray Pelfrey; and two special friends, Randy C. Sammons, and Audrey Rodgers.Wayne is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sherry Duncan; two daughters, Corina (Louis) Duncan Bray, and Brianna (Heath) Duncan Boggs; three sons, Russell (Cheyanne) Duncan, Nathanael Duncan, and Hunter Duncan; six grandchildren, David Sammons, Kaylie Bray, Dustin Bray, Brooklyn Vance, Haleigh Duncan, and McKenna Duncan; three sisters, Montana (Russell) Watson, Kelly (Sam) Carroll and Shirley Wells; one brother, Tommy (Crystal) Duncan; and several close friends that he considered as family, Kenny Pierce, Allen Henderson, Jr. Clay, Dewey Stone, and Donnie Stone, whom he thought of as a second father. In addition to these, he also leaves behind his beloved dog, Bear; as well as a host of family and friends who will sadly mourn his passing forever.Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon, Monday, January 31, 2022, at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Bro. Nick Barker and L.A. Biggs officiating. Burial will follow at the Henderson Cemetery on Rt. 59, Olive Hill, KY.Friends may visit from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Sunday, January 30, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Russell Duncan, Nathanael Duncan, Louis Bray, DJ Shuck, Tim Edmondson, Allen Henderson, Sam Carroll, Kenny Pierce, Lawrence Neighbors & LA Biggs will serve as pallbearers.Heath Boggs, Donnie Stone, Dewey Stone, Hunter Duncan, Junebug Miller, and Robert Blevins are named as honorary pallbearers.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Audria W. Carmichael 1921-2022Audria W. Carmichael, 100, of Mt. Sterling, KY, entered into rest Monday night, January 24, 2022, at her residence.  She was born at home in Montgomery County, KY, on December 27, 1921, to the late Reese Wingate and Mary Wills Wingate.She was a member of Sugar Grove Christian Church.  She liked quilting, farming, and cooking; especially feeding those working on the farm. Most of all she enjoyed her family.In addition to her parents, Audria was preceded in death by her husband, William Carmichael; an infant daughter, Marilyn Carmichael; one son, Bill Carmichael; two sisters, Mabel Markland, and Naomi Horseman; and two brothers, Chester Wingate, and Shirley Wingate.Audria is survived by her daughter-in-law, Cindy Carmichael; two grandchildren, Daniel (Dede) Carmichael and Amy (Ray) Crank; and four great-grandchildren, Bryson Crank, Braylon Crank, Brady Crank, and Caden Carmichael.Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 PM, Friday, January 28, 2022, at the Sugar Grove Christian Church with Bro. Francis Nash officiating.Graveside services and burial will be conducted at 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 29, at Machpelah Cemetery, 600 E Locust St., Mt. Sterling, KY.Friends may visit from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Friday, January 28, 2022, at the Sugar Grove Christian Church, 3841 Stepstone Rd., Owingsville, KY.Joe Thompson, Kenneth Garrett, Randy Coyle, Jose’ Reyna, Tommy Hogge, Bobby Clay Webb, Jeff Oldfield, and Alton Stull III will serve as pallbearers.Woody Stull, Mike Gabbard, Richard Willoughby, Bo McGuire, Tim Lyons, Alton Stull Jr., Phil Stull, Tony Donithan, and Tom Oldfield are named as honorary pallbearers.

Obituary Preview: Ode Sammons 1948 - 2022Ode Sammons, 73, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Thursday morning, January 20, 2022, at the Wurtland Nursing Home in Wurtland, KY.  He was born in Carter County, KY, on March 25, 1948, to the late Orval Sammons and Thelma Carroll Sammons.Ode was a handyman by trade.  He wanted to be working with his own hands and was a jack-of-all trades.  A musician at heart, he could play a multitude of instruments, including the guitar, banjo, mandolin, and fiddle. But most of all, he loved his grandkids, which he warmly referred to as “his babies”.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Sabra Sammons, and Lilly Sammons; three brothers, Leroy Sammons, Charles “Charlie Boy” Sammons, and Ernest Sammons; one grandson, Randy Sammons; and his best friend, Earl Withrow.Ode is survived by one daughter, Thelma Michelle (John Travis) Lilly; one son, Charles Sammons (Faye Salyers); one brother, Jim Sammons; six grandchildren, Steven Sammons, Tiffany Sammons, Kelley Sammons, Damian Sammons, Caden Sammons, and Mya Martinez; and five great-grandchildren, David Sammons, Lilly Sammons, Enesmai Sammons, Dazel Humbarger, and Scarlet Wages.Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Terry Sublett officiating. Burial will follow at the Carroll & Sammons Cemetery in Olive Hill, KY.Friends may visit from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Monday, January 24, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Charles Wilmer Lilly 1946 - 2022Charles Wilmer Lilly, 75, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Thursday afternoon, January 20, 2022, at his residence.  He was born in Paintsville, KY, on September 7, 1946, to the late Francis Marion Lilly and Ethel Faye May Lilly.Charles was a combat medic in Vietnam, serving with the Big Red 1. He worked as the store manager of Maloney’s in the 70’s, and served on the Board of Directors of the Apple Festival for several years.  He and his wife loved attending auctions, flea markets and searching out yard sales.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Wilma Jane Lilly; one sister, Brenda Alexander; and two brothers, Simon Lilly, and Francis Lilly.Charles is survived by two sons, Charles David Lilly, and John Travis “J.T.” (Michelle) Lilly; two sisters, Debbie Lilly, and Faye Lilly; one brother, Marion Lilly; and five grandchildren, Christian Blake Lilly, Mayzie Ann Lilly, Damion, Caden, and Mya. In addition to these, he leaves behind a host of friends, family, and veteran family that will greatly miss him.Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 27, 2022, at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Ashley Kidd officiating. Burial will follow at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Northeast in Grayson, KY.Friends may visit from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Stella Lenor Harr 1943 - 2022Stella Lenor Harr, 78, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Tuesday evening, January 18, 2022, at King’s Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY.  She was born in Grayson, KY, on May 1, 1943, to the late Roscoe and Cleo Jones James.Stella enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  She loved race cars, flowers, and was a devoted supporter of the Grahn Volunteer Fire Department.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Sibby Nichols; and four brothers, Melvin James, Doyle James, Paul Ray James, and Harlan James.Stella is survived by her husband, Robert Harr, whom she married September 9, 1961; one daughter, Tonia Harr of Ashland, KY; two sons, Rick (Beaulah) Harr and Mark (Sue) Harr, both of Olive Hill; one sister, Mary Alice Douglas of Peebles, OH; one brother, Jack (Shirley) James of West Union, OH; seven grandchildren, B.J., Jonathon, Jessica, Britanny, Payton, Hagan, and Makayla; and eight grandchildren, Emma, Madison, Jackson, Aubrey, Ryan, Sylas, Kenzie, and Karmyn. In addition to these, she leaves behind a host of family and friends who will greatly miss her.Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM, Friday, January 21, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, with Bro. Monroe Craig officiating. Burial will follow at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery.Friends may visit 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Friday, January 21, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt Street, Olive Hill, KY.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Deegan Spencer Beane, 17, of Olive Hill, KY passed away Tuesday January 18th, 2022, in Rowan County, KY. He was born May 30th, 2004, at St. Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, Ky.Deegan is survived by his father, Robert Beane and stepmother, Mary Thompson, and by his mother Chandra Marsh. Along with his parents he is survived by his two brothers, Jaxson and Jace Beane; his two sisters, Reagan Brown, and Kennadi Crider; paternal grandparents, Brian "Poppy" and Lisa "Nana" Beane; maternal grandparents, Renna Kiser and John Marsh; great-grandmothers, Diane Beane and Sharon Piper; great-grandparents, Spencer and Charlotte Kiser; aunts, Shawna Middleton (Terry), Stacy Lewis (David), Tracy Spurlock (Mark), Summer Marsh (Marc) and Brooke Marsh (Luke); uncles, Adam Marsh (Katie) and Austin Marsh (Lexie). He is also survived by his best friends Ryan Underwood and Joseph Barker, plus a host of family and friends who will greatly miss him.Deegan was proceeded in death by his late great-grandfather, Robert "Bob" Piper, his great-great-grandmother, Betty Honea; and his uncle, Matthew Kiser.As a member of the 2016 EKC football championship team, Deegan enjoyed football and working out with his friends. He also enjoyed his carpentry class at vocational school, playing video games, watching the UK Wildcats, and spending time with his family. One of his proudest accomplishments was being accepted to Morehead State University for the Fall 2022 semester.

Obituary Preview: Lon Scott “Lonnie” Patton 1953 - 2022Lon Scott “Lonnie” Patton, 68, of Ashland, KY, entered into rest Wednesday morning, January 12, 2022, at Kingsbrook Life Care Center in Ashland, KY.  He was born in Ashland, KY, on April 19, 1953 to the late Frank Hubert Patton and Betty Lorraine Scott Patton.Lonnie was a member of Olive Hill Masonic Lodge #629. He enjoyed target shooting and collecting guns.  He had a passion for antique vehicles, including his 1956 Chevrolet Cameo.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lon Edward Patton and Lulu King Patton; his maternal grandparents, Hazel Bauers Scott and Clarence Scott; and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dannie Sue and Robert V. Cox.Lonnie is survived by his wife, Dolores Anne Cox Patton; and one son, Lance Erik Patton. In addition to these, he leaves behind his current canine companion, Harlow, as well as a host of family and friends who will greatly miss him.Masonic rites will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 16,2022 at Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Burial will follow at the Olive Hill Memorial Park.Friends may visit from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 16,2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Ernest Allen Wells 1980 - 2022Ernest Allen Wells, 42, of Lexington, KY, entered into rest Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at his residence.  He was born in Lexington, KY, on January 11, 1980.Allen enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and his pets; as well as raising a garden, trying new recipes, and supporting the UK Wildcats.He is proceeded in death by his parents, Charlene Carle and David Wells.Allen is survived by his loving brother, David (Missy) Wells; one nephew, Gray Wells; and one niece, Haydon Wells, all of Versailles, KY. He is also survived by his step-father, Rick Carle, of Richmond, KY; one step-brother, Scott Carle and his children, Sutton and Cierra Carle, of Huntsville, AL. In addition to these, he leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who will greatly miss him.Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 PM, Saturday, January 15, 2022 at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service.  Burial will follow at the Wells Cemetery in Olive Hill, KY.Friends may visit from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Saturday, January 15, 2022, at the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.

Obituary Preview: David Lee Vassar 1953 - 2022David Lee Vassar, 68, of Garrison, KY, entered into rest Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth, OH.  He was born in Los Angelos, CA, on May 1, 1953, to the late Kenneth E. Vassar and Audrey Lee Hensley Vassar.He was a lover of all things related to nature, books, history, thrift shopping, and music and loved sharing these things with his kids and grandkids. He took up kayaking at 67 and spent his last years enjoying his life in his cabin in the woods and spoiling his kids and grandkids.David is survived by three daughters, Kim Paino (John Parsons), Jamie Vassar, and Christine Vassar (Melvin Godsey); two sisters, Judith Buffalohead (Dwight), and Theresa Wise (Johnny); one brother, Stephan Vassar; thirteen grandchildren, James Paino IV, Kaylee Paino, Kyle Widmer, Ashley Vassar (Sandra Smith), Michael Jones (Brett Ilk), Bryce Jones, Kyrsten Jones, Nevaeh Smith, Nicholas Godsey, Chloe Godsey, Colton Godsey, Mason Godsey, and Julian Godsey; and two great-grandchildren, Zayden Davis, and Isaiah Davis .In keeping with Mr. Vassar’s wishes, there will be no visitation or public services. A private family memorial service will be announced at a later date.All arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt St., Olive Hill, KY 41164.Due to the current community rise of Covid-19, we request that everyone wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Obituary Preview: Ashley Marie Henderson 1988 - 2022Ashley Marie Henderson, 33, of Olive Hill, KY, entered into rest Monday evening, January 3, 2022, at St. Claire Regional Medical Center in Morehead, KY.  She was born in Morehead, KY, on November 28, 1988, to Melinda Henderson and the late Calvin Lewis.In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Haley Henderson.In addition to her mother, Ashley is survived by her son, David Stanley; three brothers, Nathan (Kayla) Henderson, Jeremy Henderson, and Jason Duncan; one sister, Cassie Dummitt; four nephews, Austin Henderson, Cody Duncan, Jonathon Duncan, and Brent Dummitt; five nieces, Santanna Henderson, Skyla Henderson, Miley Henderson, Carly Duncan, and Gracie Dummit; and her boyfriend, Nile Gilbert. In addition to these, she leaves behind a host of family and friends who will greatly miss her.In keeping with Ashley’s wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements have been entrusted to Duvall & Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 149 Whitt Street, Olive Hill, KY.