Elizabeth Ann Newton Toney, age 88, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Brandenburg Nursing and Rehab. She was born on October 4, 1937, in Louisville, KY, daughter of the late Benjamin Franklin Allen and Minnie Frances Allen. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Frank Lee Newton, Sr.; second husband, Kirjath D. “K.D.” Toney; brother, Ronnie Allen, Sr.; and son, Frank Newton, Jr. Elizabeth retired from the Mead

Fred H. Smith, age 84, of Webster, KY, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY. He was born on August 12, 1941, in Lodiburg, KY, son of the late Everett Wayne Smith and Reba Frances Miller. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Mary Ellen Smith; son, Craig Smith; grandson, Jody Neil Smith; and brothers, Wayne and Barry Smith. Fred spent his life working as a farmer. He enjoyed taking care of h

Mr. Larry Andrew Maysey, age 66, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at his residence.  Larry was born on November 19,1959 in Lawton, Oklahoma, the son of Everett Lewis, Sr. and Wanda Francine (Guffin) Maysey.  Larry grew up learning to use his hands and began tinkering with anything he could touch.  He could fix anything and became a true “Motorhead”, owning and restoring several classic cars throughout the years.       Larry was preceded in death

Ms. Geraldine Lolita Deshon, age 77, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY. Geraldine was born on February 26, 1948, the daughter of Ervin Earl and Mary Joyce (Gooldy) Cope. She was very active, holding numerous job titles throughout her life ultimately achieving her degree in divinity and becoming a minister. Geraldine was preceded in death by her parents and her significant other, Alice Oller. She is s

Nannie Lynn “Dietsch” Parkman, 58, of Hopkinsville KY, passed away on Tuesday, February 10th, 2026. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on July 2nd, 1967 to the late Eileen Merz and the late John Dietsch. She was a proud soldier of the United States Army for nearly 26 years in which she then retired and continued to serve military members and their families for many years. Nannie Parkman is survived by her children, Thomas Gerry, Michael Parkman (Nicole); her grandchildren, S

Mrs. Sandra Jean Kasey, age 81, of Ekron, KY, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY.  Mrs. Kasey was born on May 27, 1944, the daughter of Marvin Stevenson and Opal Lewis Lamkin. Mrs. Kasey was a longtime member of Hill Grove Baptist Church.  She earned her certification as a licensed beautician, but for most of her life she did what was truly the most important thing to her, taking care of her family.  Mrs. Kasey also loved b

Alvin “AL” Heck, age 94 of Webster, KY, passed away at home on Monday, February 9, 2026, with his family close by. He was born on March 11, 1931 in Shively, KY son of the late, Matilda Estella Keck Heck and William Richard Heck.  Along with his parents, Al was preceded in death by his daughter, Kelly Heck Cashman; 7 sisters; and 4 brothers.  Al was a 1951 graduate of Valley High School.  After graduating he joined the U.S. Army where he served in the 101st Airborne Division.

Jeanette Kasey Martin, age 81, of Irvington, KY passed away on February 6, 2026. She was born on May 22, 1944, daughter of the late G.T. “Gib” and Lucille Kasey. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jerry Martin. Jeanette retired from the Family Dollar Corporation, where she worked as a supervisor. She was a graduate of Irvington High School and attended Western Kentucky University. Jeanette was a lifelong member of the Irvington United Meth

Mr. John S. Goddard, age 77, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Norton Hospital in Louisville.  John was born on March 31, 1948, the son of Thomas Warner and Anna Juanita (Frakes) Goddard.  He loved the outdoors, being a truck driver by trade, but also enjoyed fishing and hunting.      John was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Bobbie Jean; his daughter, Marhonda; and two sisters, Anna Goddard and Mary Goddard Tyler.  He is surviv

J an Miller, 87, of Laconia, Indiana, died Monday, February 2, 2026, at home near Laconia.  She was born November 23, 1938, in Muncie, Indiana, to the late Albert E. and Marybelle Routledge White.  Jan's life-long passion was raising and showing horses. Her knowledge and experience in caring for horses was evident to those who knew her. The only thing that surpassed her affection for horses was the love she had for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was always pre

Suzie Elder, age 70, of Irvington, KY passed away on January 30, 2026, in Elizabethtown, KY.  She was born on July 5, 1955, in Lodiburg, KY daughter of the late Susan Josephine Givans and Alex Hedrick Givans. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Larry Elder, Sr.  Suzie is survived by her children, Scott (Autumn) Bradley, Cari (Greg) Nevitt and Kelli (Mark) Waddle; sisters, Betty and Shirley; grandchildren, Chelsi (Johnathan), Kayleigh, Adil

LTC (Ret.) Richard Edward Douglass, Jr., age 66, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at his residence.  Richard was born on November 9, 1959, the son of Richard Edward, Sr. and Charlotte Foley Douglass.   He was Catholic by faith.  LTC Douglass proudly served his country in the United States Army retiring in 2008 after 26 years of service.  He was deployed all over the world including posts in Southeast Asia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kosovo and led brigades in G

Stephen Edward Adams, age 78, of Muldraugh, KY passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, in Elizabethtown, KY. He was born on August 22, 1947, son of the late Billie Jean Caudill Self and James Edward Adams. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Doris Adams; step father who raised him, Green W. Self; brothers, Timothy Wayne Adams, Don Adams, and Wayne Maggard; sisters, Sherry (David) Shuck and Linda Step; son, Timothy Edward Adams; and three gra

Mr. David Carroll Allgood, 72, husband for over 46 years to Terry Ritchie Allgood, died Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY, surrounded by his family. Born, August 6, 1953, to Curtiss and Katherine Hunt Allgood, he was a 1972 graduate of Meade County High School. He was a lifelong farmer and owner of Allgood’s Lawn Service for over 30 years. He enjoyed working with his livestock and attending the Meade County Fair 4-H goat show where his

Donald Earl Houtchens, Jr, age 64 of Irvington, KY passed away on January 25, 2026 in Elizabethtown, KY. He was born on September 3, 1961 in Louisville, KY son of the late Donald Earl and Anetta Houtchens. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his sisters, Donna, Gloria, and Sharon. Donnie was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He was a handyman who could fix almost anything. He is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis A. Houtchens; daughters, Brittan

. Christy Wagner Hunt, 76, of Elizabethtown, KY passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with multiple myeloma. Christy was a devoted member of White Mills Baptist Church and lived her life grounded in her faith, strength and conviction. She worked as a physical therapist assistant, a role that reflected her desire to help and care for others. Outside of work, she found joy in tackling projects around her home, always keeping herself busy and im

Capt. Harry Joseph, Jr., USAF (Ret.) age 86, of Ekron, KY, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at his residence.  He was born on June 25, 1939, the son of Scottish immigrants, Harry Joseph Sr. and Christina Rankin Richardson. Mr. Joseph proudly served his country for 27 years in the United States Air Force, retiring in 1984 with the rank of Captain.  He traveled the world exclusively and held very important and impressive positions.  He was highly regarded by his superio

J ason Scott Manning, age 40 of Brandenburg, KY passed away in the woods of Campton Kentucky on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Jason was the first born of Greg and Patty, just two days before Christmas, 1985. After school in both Chesterfield, Missouri and then Keller, Texas he committed to the Navy in 2004 and served with the Black Knights Squadron VFA-154. After serving in Iraqi Freedom, he returned stateside and enjoyed seeing the country from California then back to his home,

Mary W. Lucas, 74, of Vine Grove, KY passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026 at her residence. Mary was an avid gardener who enjoyed watching Lifetime and Hallmark movies. Even though she did not comment much, keeping up with her family on Facebook was more than a pastime. The holidays were a particularly special time for Mary. She reveled in the shared meals and the laughter that filled the air when her family gathered. She was preceded in death by her father, Frank Biddle; her

Wilma McHolan, age 86, of Irvington, KY passed away on January 17, 2026 with her family by her side. She was born on April 9, 1939 in Hardinsburg, KY daughter of the late Ada Lucas and John Lee Lucas. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 36 years, William I. McHolan; son, Johnny McHolan; sisters, Lois Lucas, Diane Crawford, and Dorothy Sturgeon; brothers, Felix Sharp, Gene Sharp, Junior Sharp, Willis T. Lucas, and John Wayne Lucas. Wilma is survi