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Recent Obituaries
Monticello, Kentucky and surrounding areas
Barbara Sue Ramsey
Jul 23, 2026
Barbara Sue (Dean) Ramsey, 78, departed this life to her eternal heavenly home on July 23, 2026. She was born April 8, 1948, to the late Whitt and Neva (Perkins) Dean. She spent 55 happy years married to the love of her life, the late Tommy Joe Ramsey, and to this union three children were born.
She is survived, sorrowfully mourned...
Penny Doty
Jul 22, 2026
Penny Doty was born on February 28, 1955, in Wheeling, West Virginia. She was born to the late Marshall M. Doty and Della Mae (Deaton) Doty. Penny was raised by her mother and late stepfather, Woodrow G. Mace, in a blended family that brought together children from both of their previous families as well as children they shared together.
She departed...
Janice Lucille Bell
Jul 22, 2026
Janice Lucille Bell was born August 30, 1942, and departed this life Wednesday, July 22, 2026, reaching the age of 83 years. She was the daughter of the late John Preston and Ethel (Harmon) Kinnett.
She married Jack Milton Bell on December 25th and to this union two daughters were born.
She is survived by: two daughters, Lisa McEldowney (Anthony) and Jackie...
Montie A. Sutton
Jul 19, 2026
Montie A. Sutton, of Monticello, Kentucky, was born on March 30, 1962, and departed this life on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the age of 64. He was the son of the late William "Bill" Sutton and Bessie (Watson) Sutton.
Montie was formerly married to Loretta Sutton, and together they were blessed with two children.
He was truly one of a kind....
Carolyn Elaine Upchurch
Jul 15, 2026
With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of Carolyn Elaine Upchurch, who entered into eternal rest on July 15, 2026. Born in Monticello, Kentucky, in 1946, Elaine lived a life centered on love, kindness, unwavering devotion to her family and friends, and a steadfast faith in God.
Elaine was the beloved daughter of the late Jack and Christine...
Vanessa Kaye Hancock
Jul 14, 2026
Vanessa Kaye (Stonecipher) Hancock, born October 23, 1980 to Paul and Vivian Stonechipher of Monticello, KY. She departed this life Tuesday, July 14, 2026, reaching the age of 45 years.
She is survived by: the love of her life, Tracy Corder; her son, Corey (Jasmine) Hancock; her daughter, Carley (Colby Shelton) Hancock; her mom, Vivian Stonecipher; her brother, Brian (Janie) Stonecipher;...
James Roger Upchurch
Jul 9, 2026
James “Roger” Upchurch was born on March 16, 1960, at Hidden Oak Farm to Oakley and Vela Upchurch. Raised in the Sumpter community alongside his nine brothers and sisters, Roger’s childhood was rooted in hard work, faith, and family. Life on the farm meant long days of farming, but it was also filled with laughter, mischief, love, and memories that...
Ray Perdue
Jul 8, 2026
Ray Perdue was born April 2, 1952, and departed this life Wednesday, July 8, 2026, reaching the age of 74 years. He was the son of the late Paul and Marie (Cooper) Perdue.
He is survived by: his daughter, Janessa Floyd (Jeremy); one sister, Ina Perdue; grandchildren, Jasmyne Hampton (Brian), Lucas Patton, Madyson Patton, Shyanne Floyd, Christian Floyd, and Westlie Floyd;...
George Washington Pennycuff
Jul 6, 2026
George Washington Pennycuff was born June 13, 1949, and departed this life Monday, July 6, 2026, reaching the age of 77 years. He was the son of the late Cordell Smith Pennycuff and Mary Louise (Brummet) Crabtree.
He is survived by: his children, David (Lois) Pennycuff, Patricia (Leslie) Burke, Jamie (Leslie) Tucker, Tony (Amanda) Pennycuff, JoAnna (Ricky) Jones, Phillip (Melissa) Pennycuff,...
John Singleton
Jul 6, 2026
John Singleton, age 73, of Liberty Township, Ohio, passed away Monday, July 6, 2026, at the Wayne County Hospital.
He was born February 10, 1953, in Middletown, Ohio; the son of the late John Henry and Barbara (Tannreuther) Singleton.
He is survived by his wife, Holly (Hunter) Singleton; one sister, Donna Singleton Grigsby of Shelbyville, KY; one brother, Edward Singleton of Danville,...
Jackie Slagle
Jul 3, 2026
Jackie Slagle was born July 26, 1951, and departed this life Friday, July 3, 2026, reaching the age of 74 years. He was the son of the late Edgar “Ed” and Marie (Cooper) Slagle.
He is survived by: his wife, Wilma Slagle; one son, Byrant Slagle (Susan); and two grandchildren, Easton and Colson Slagle. He is also survived by: his siblings,...
Betty Jean Morris
Jul 1, 2026
Betty Jean Chriswell Morris was born September 5, 1938 reaching the age of 87 years old. She passed away on July 1st 2026. She was the daughter of the late Ethel Mae Carrender Chriswell and Goldmon N. Chriswell.
She is survived by her stepdaughter, Katrina Thorton (Lindsey) of Georgia and her stepson, Monroe Allison(Lynn) of Georgia, one niece, June Dobbs(Gary) of...
Wilburn “Oral” (OC) Catron
Jul 1, 2026
Wilburn “Oral” Catron (OC)
Wilburn “Oral” Catron, also known as OC, was born on August 20, 1947, and departed this life on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the age of 78. He was the son of the late Lillian (Catron) Poynter.
Oral dedicated many years of service to Cobb before retiring. He was known as a hardworking man, a loyal friend, and...
Russell Coy Alley
Jun 30, 2026
Russell Coy Alley was born June 19, 1949, and departed this life Tuesday, June 30, 2026, reaching the age of 77 years. He was the son of the late Bascom “Batch” and Effie Frances (Parmley) Alley.
He married Sandra Coffey and to this union one child was born.
He is survived by: his wife, Sandra Alley; one daughter, Somer Alley (Adam); and...
Velma Ruth Gossage
Jun 30, 2026
Velma Ruth Gossage began her life on August 9, 1932 in the Eadsville community in Wayne County, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Elbert and Julia Winchester Eads.
Ruth was joined in marriage to Lester B. Gossage in 1949. Ruth grew to become an amazing Christian wife, mother, grandmother, cook, and caretaker to many. Anyone who ever ate her...
Donte Ja Bodnar
Jun 20, 2026
Donte Ja Bodnar was born on June 17, 2003, and departed this life on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the age of 23 years.
He is survived by his mother, Kaytrina Cobb; his father, Daniel Bodnar, Sr. (Companion, Sandra Mart); one brother, Daniel Bodnar, Jr.; fiancé, Makayla Peed; along with a host of family, friends, and loved ones who will dearly...
Kenneth Brown, Sr.
Jun 19, 2026
Kenneth Marshall Brown, Sr., age 84, passed away on June 19, 2026. He was born on October 9, 1941 in Jamestown, Kentucky to Millard Brown and Anna (Long) Brown. Throughout his life, he was known for his love of God and family, his strong work ethic, and his dedication to those he loved. He proudly served in the U.S. Army...
Brenda "Glory" Vaughn
Jun 19, 2026
Brenda “Glory” Vaughn was born March 7, 1965, and departed this life Friday, June 19, 2026, reaching the age of 61 years. She was the daughter of the late Edmond and Verna Lee (Foster) Vaughn.
She is survived by: three brothers, Billy Ray, Lee, Roy Ed Vaughn; and two sisters, Louise Coffey and Mary Sue Dishman; along with a host of...
David Dewayne Foster
Jun 19, 2026
David Dewayne Foster was born on June 18, 1961 and passed away on June 19, 2026 at UK Hospital after a horrible battle with pulmonary fibrosis.
David was born to wonderful parents Lyle and Mary Hazel (Gillespie) Foster. He was the older brother to sisters Mary Ann(Jerry) Keith, Robin Fairchild, and Pamela (Joe) Flynn, that still bear scars from all their...
Andrew Thomas Brummett
Jun 16, 2026
Andrew Thomas Brummett was born September 4, 1996, and departed this life Tuesday, June 16, 2026, reaching the age of 29 years. He was the son of William Thomas and Alice (Bell) Brummett; both of whom preceded him in death.
He is survived by: aunts, cousins, caretakers, and many other family members and friends who mourn his passing.
Andrew enjoyed watching Thomas...
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