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Monticello, Kentucky and surrounding areas

Jordan Ray Bridgeman

Jordan Ray Bridgeman

Aug 11, 2026

Jordan Ray Bridgeman, age 28, of Albany, KY, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at his home.

He is survived by his father, Steve Bridgeman; his aunts, Patricia Stearns, Roberta Evans, Brenda Guffey, Wilda Hatfield, and Hilda Smith.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Marina Bridgeman.

There will be no public services.

In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may take the form...

Delmer Guy Brumley

Delmer Guy Brumley

Aug 10, 2026

Delmer Brumley was born November 26, 1940, and departed this life Monday, August 10, 2026, reaching the age of 85 years. He was the son of the late John and Myrtle (Brown) Brumley.

He is survived by: three sons, Randy, Steve, and Jeff Brumley; and four daughters, Rose Morrow, Cindy Miller, Christy Brumley, and Laura Brumley; multitude of grandkids and great...

Nancy Ann Chriswell

Nancy Ann Chriswell

Aug 9, 2026

Nancy Ann Chriswell was born August 9, 1953, and departed this life Sunday, August 9, 2026, reaching the age of 73 years. She was the daughter of the late William Gobel and Elizabeth (Castle) Duncan.

She is survived by: children, Erik Chriswell (Janessa), Rachael Elizabeth Chriswell (fiancé, Shawn Tucker) and Stacy Chriswell (Rodney Burnett); grandkids, Wesley Roberts, Michaela Sexton, Aaron Sexton,...

Agnes Arlene Correll

Agnes Arlene Correll

Aug 8, 2026

Agnes Guffey Correll, age 93, departed this life to her eternal heavenly home on August 8, 2026. She was born March 15, 1933, to the late TR and Gustava (Denney) Guffey. She spent 61 years married to the late Lewis Correll.

She is survived by: two sisters, Alice Crabtree and Mildred Phipps; along with numerous nieces and nephews who mourn her...

Betty Jo Vaughn

Betty Jo Vaughn

Jul 30, 2026

Betty Jo Vaughn was born July 6, 1953, and departed this life Thursday, July 30, 2026, reaching the age of 73 years. She was the daughter of the late Charles Ephraim and Edith (Koger) Jones.

She is survived by: her husband, Joe Dean Vaughn; one daughter, Jamie Jones Kempton; grandchildren, Joseph Kempton and Warren Carter; and great-grandchildren, Brycen, Maggie, and Jaxon...

Shelly Renay McClain

Shelly Renay McClain

Jul 29, 2026

Shelly Renay McClain was born September 11, 1973, and departed this life Wednesday, July 29, 2026, reaching the age of 52 years. She was the daughter of Kathy (Buster) McClain and Russell W. McClain. 

Leaving behind her mother, Kathy McClain; aunts and uncle, Mary Anderson (Joe) and Connie Buster; great aunt, Leona Craig. She is also survived by cousins, Gena Buster...

Barbara Sue Ramsey

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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