Ms. Margalene Gayle (Wimpee) Newton, age 81, of Battletown, KY, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at her residence. Gayle was born on July 2, 1945, the daughter of Thomas Carline and Nora Margaret (Harrison) Wimpee. She was a longtime member of Cold Spring Baptist Church. Gayle was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Wayne and Carl Wimpee; and a cousin, Larry Wimpee. She is survived by her two sons, Bruce Wayne (Laura) Newton and Tommy (Karen) Newton; four

Mr. Lawrence Albert Lewis, age 66, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Lawrence was born on November 26, 1959, the son of John William and Edriena (Ditto) Lewis, who both preceded him in death. Lawrence retired as a truck driver from Flynn Brothers on September 30, 2026, where he worked for 14 years. He had many hobbies such as cross-country bike riding, playing the bass guitar, fishing and drag ra

Mr. Steven Randolph “Catfish” Smith, Jr., age 19, of Guston, KY, gained his wings on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from injuries sustained from a motor vehicle accident. Steven was born on September 10, 2007, the son of Steven Randolph Smith, Sr. and Patricia Marie (Mullins) Smith. Steven lived a very active life. He played football from youth up to middle school. His true passion belonged to the great outdoors. Steven loved to duck and deer hunt, fish and work on the family far

Mr. Roger Aaron Wilkins, age 69, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at his son’s residence in Brandenburg. Roger was born on August 3, 1957, the son of Austin Aaron, Jr. and Sandy Juanita (Dailey) Wilkins. Roger was very talented in many ways but enjoyed working with wood and building things, both in his personal and professional life. He enjoyed watching westerns and wrestling and listening to all things, Elvis. Most of all, he loved his family

James R. Ferree, 94, of Laconia, Indiana, died Monday, September 28, 2026, at BeeHive Homes in Georgetown, Indiana. He was born February 29, 1932, near Laconia, to the late Manford and Mae Gunterman Ferree. He was retired from Louisville Gas and Electric and was a member of the Redmens Lodge in Laconia, the Old Capital Coon Hunters Club in Corydon, and Quail Unlimited. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of nearly 75 years, Lena Mae Kingsley Ferree; his brot

Theresa Ann Fraze Taylor, 61, of Big Springs, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Norton’s Pavillion in Louisville, after a brief illness. She has gone to be an angel in Heaven. She was the most gentle, kind, and sweetest angel on earth. Theresa was born October 27th, 1964, the fifth child of Howard Lee Fraze and Anna Doris Kinnison Fraze. On May 29th, 2022, she married Eric Taylor and began their life together for 24 years. She became a homemaker, pet lover, an

Ms. Ruth Rae Wurmser, age 64, a lifelong resident of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Norton Hospital in Louisville, KY. Ruth was born on December 23, 1961, the daughter of Donna Hesler Ditto Wiseman and Donald Wurmser. In her spare time, Ruthie loved reading, cooking, listening to music, and being outside nature watching. Her favorite pastime activity included teaching her granddaughter, Ashlee, how to cook. She was a wonderful homemaker, and a

State Representative Nancy Tate released the following thoughts on Unclaimed Property Week: As the interim continues and fall begins, this week marks the beginning of a change made by the legislature during the 2026 Regular Session. Kentucky’s first annual Unclaimed Property Week since the passage of House Bill 456 has served as a reminder to the people of the Commonwealth to claim the money that is rightfully theirs. I would like to take time this week to discuss this new

Donnie Barmore of (Louisville, KY) Lanesville, IN, age 82, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026. He was born on December 26, 1943, in Louisville, KY, son of the late Donald Leo Barmore and Lillian Lee Wooldridge Barmore. Donnie was the Owner and Operator of Donnie Barmore Backhoe Service. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church of Lanesville, IN. Donnie had a passion for drag racing. He started out at US 60 Dragway and later became a member of Ohio Valley Drag Racin

Shelia Ree Harper, of Louisville, KY, age 80, passed away on September 24, 2026. She was born on February 9, 1946, daughter of the late Cyril Mays and Eliza Lillian Bradshaw Mays. Along with her parents, she is proceeded in death by her husband, Paul Harper; sisters, Cyrilie Haeberlin and Dana “Boo” Mays. She is survived by her children, George (Sarah) Harper, of Indianapolis, IN, Dana Harper of Vine Grove, KY, David (Robin) Harper of Brandenburg, KY, Jack (Jennifer) Harper

Dorothy “Jeanette” Ford, of Rineyville, KY, age 61, passed away at home, on September 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 21, 1965, in Hardinsburg, KY, daughter of the late Dorothy Catherine Pike Dunn, and Harold Vernon Dunn, Sr., along with her parents she is proceeded in death by her brother, Jeremy Dunn. Jeanette worked for Radial in Louisville, KY, for fifteen years, where she made many new friends. She was also a member of Mt. Zion Baptist C

Mr. Trenton Dean Thomas, age 26, of Brandenburg, KY, tragically passed away with his girlfriend, Karlie Odele Haycraft, on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Trenton was known as a dear son, brother and friend to so many. He was his brother, Trace’s best friend and secret keeper. Trenton’s sense of humor was contagious to all around him and because of it, he never met a stranger. He was someone that you could rely on in any situation. He celebrated your success and was there as a sh

Mr. David Michael Hartlage, age 70, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at his residence. David was born on September 28, 1955, the son of Edward Leo and Alma Lynette (Dohn) Hartlage. David did many things throughout his life. Most notably, he was a longtime employee at Cox’s Variety and Garden Center, where he formed many lasting friendships. David was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, William Hartlage. He is survived by his sist

Miss Karlie Odele Haycraft, age 29, of Brandenburg, KY, tragically passed away with her boyfriend, Trenton Thomas, on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Karlie was known for her vibrant personality and her infectious smile that would light up any room. Her life revolved around the fierce love she had for her girls who she protected and cared for no matter what the circumstance. Karlie was preceded in death by her sister, Madisyn Gardner; and her brother, Brian Lee Harned. She is sur

According to law enforcement, on September 20 at 12:54 am, Kentucky State Police Post 4 was requested by the Meade County Sheriff’s Office to investigate a two-vehicle fatality collision on Old Mill Road (KY 1638) near LG&E Road. Preliminary investigation indicates a black 2016 Nissan Pathfinder operated by Isaac Jenkins, 26, of Brandenburg, Kentucky, was traveling eastbound on Old Mill Road when, for reasons still under investigation, it crossed the center line and entered t

Ms. Florence Ellen Giordano, age 80, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026, at her residence. Florence was born on January 10, 1946, in Kokomo, Indiana. She found great joy in the simple pleasures of life, like crocheting and watching television. Whether it was a western movie, a cooking show or the game show network, the TV was always on. Most importantly, Florence loved spending time with her family and her cats, Itty Bitty, Blackie and Tiny Hiney. F

Delbert Woods, age 88, of Webster, KY, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, in Elizabethtown, KY. He was born on September 28, 1937, in Clifton Mills, KY, son of the late Sophie Taylor Woods and Please Woods. Along with his parents, he is proceeded in death by his loving wife, Lillian Marlene Herbst Woods of 55 years, four sisters, and two brothers. Delbert was a hard worker and dedicated many years to construction labor. He is known for his character, always tryin

Representative Nancy Tate released the following thoughts on expanding child care: "Access to reliable child care is about much more than finding someone safe to watch your children. It is about whether parents can go to work, whether employers can find the workers they need and whether communities have the workforce necessary to grow. That is why improving child care was an important priority for the Kentucky General Assembly during the 2026 Regular Session. Year-round, fu

Members of the community are invited to attend the annual Patriot Day observance at the General George Patton Museum of Leadership this Friday, September 11th. The ceremony will begin at 9am EST inside the museum's 9/11 exhibit room. According to a press release from Ft. Knox, opening remarks will be delivered by Brig. Gen. Dale Crockett, who is acting commanding general of U.S. Army Cadet Command and Fort Knox. The guest speaker will be retired Army Sgt. Maj. Tony Rose, who