Mr. Kenneth Ray Herron, age 76, of Muldraugh, KY, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at his residence. Kenneth spent most of his life working construction, enjoying the outdoors and keeping busy.  In his younger years, he loved fishing and hunting; later, he enjoyed old westerns, bull riding, and time with his dog, Charlie.  Wherever he went, a mason jar of sweet tea was never far from his hand.  Kenny was stubborn and hard-headed – there’s no denying it.  But those who k

Mr. Jeffrey Allen Dunn, age 58, of Radcliff, KY, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown.  Jeff was born on January 23, 1968, the son of Kenneth Dunn and Mary Elaine Jewell.   He was a comic book fanatic as well as, all of the super hero marvel movies.  Jeff loved to fish, hunt and search for arrowheads and other relics. Jeff was preceded in death by his parents; and his father who raised him since the age of 1, Max Bradford.  He is su

Herbert Martin O’Reilly, 80, of Hardinsburg, Kentucky, passed away at his home on March 4, 2026. He was born on June 24, 1945, in Hardinsburg, Kentucky, to Jasper and Anastasia O’Reilly, both of whom preceded him in death. Herbert spent his life rooted in the community where he was born and raised, carrying with him the values of family, perseverance, and loyalty that defined his life. He began practicing law as an attorney in 1973, and continued his career for 52 years, prou

Theodore Carl “Ted” Luckett, 76, of Brandenburg, Kentucky, passed away March 4, 2026, leaving a legacy of service, leadership, compassion, and unwavering love for his community and family. Ted was born in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Roy and Charlotte Luckett. He graduated from Bishop David High School and devoted many years to public service, retiring as a Detective Sergeant from the Louisville Division of Police. A lifelong lover of sports, Ted founded the Louisville P

1SG (Ret.) John D. Aaron, age 57, of Brandenburg, KY, suddenly passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at his residence.  He was born in Youngstown, OH, the son of Richard and Ruth (Webb) Aaron.      John retired from the United States Army after 29 years of service to his country.  He had a very decorated career earning a Purple Heart, where he became a member of the Military Order of Purple Heart (MOPH), as well as numerous commendations and awards.  John served in several d

Mr. William “Troy” Jones, age 64, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family and friends following a long fought battle with cancer.  He was born on July 13, 1961, in Louisville, KY to Harry Elmer Jones and Linda Faye (Padgett) Jones.      Troy was an employee of Allied Ready Mix for 22 years where he served as union steward for many of those years.  He was also an over-the-road truck driver for 15+ years.  Troy was passi

Ms. Rosie Gertrude Abell, age 68, of Louisville, KY, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at UofL Jewish Hospital. Ms. Abell was born on February 16, 1958, the daughter of James Franklin Payne and Ruby Frances (Ditto) Abell. Rosie was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Ja’mari Dotson Abell; a brother, Charles K. Ditto; and two sisters, Annie M. Welch and Minnie Payne. She is survived by three children, Shaunetane (Henry) Hazley, Joe Lydell Dotson, Jr. and R

Mr. David Gerald “Dave” Livers, Jr., age 66, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Mary and Elizabeth Hospital in Louisville, KY. Dave was born on April 15, 1959, the son of David Gerald Sr. and Mary Jo (Greenwell) Livers. Dave was in a wheelchair for most of his life.  He did not, however, let that define his life.  Dave worked for Verizon Wireless in Lexington for over 20 years.  He was an avid Louisville Cardinal fan holding season tickets to virtual

Mrs. Shirley Ann Yates, age 53, of Vine Grove, KY, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at her residence.  Mrs. Yates was born on October 19, 1972, the daughter of Charlie Joe and Shirley Grace (Wagner) Baker. Shirley loved her family immensely.  She enjoyed watching her nieces and nephews play sports and playing board and card games with everyone, especially Phase10.  She lived in a house divided but relentlessly cheered on her Kentucky Wildcats.  Shirley always loved winni

Mr. Christopher Lee “Chris” Welch, age 50, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026.  Chris was born on December 16, 1975, the son of Teresa Welch.       Chris loved and adored his kids, and his 6 German shepherds.  He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish, hunt, and work on cars (NOT).  He also was a fanatic for his University of Louisville Cardinals and Dallas Cowboys.      Chris was preceded in death by his Granny, Elsie Grace Welch.  He is survived

J ames Kelly French, age 76, of Irvington, KY, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born in Webster, KY, on February 8, 1950, son of the late Nancy Kathryn Dutschke French Nottingham, and the late James Morton French. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Herman and Mary Dutschke and Charlie and Lottie French; as well as a nephew, Travis French.   Kelly retired from SYSCO Louisville Food Service. INC.

Mr. Wm. Jason Brown, age 52, of Brandenburg, KY, Passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Norton Audubon Hospital in Louisville, KY.  Jason was born on December 27, 1973, the son of Thomas D. and Inna Rose (Dowell) Brown.      Jason was an avid outdoorsman, who loved to hunt, fish, and especially ride his motorcycle.  He used his hands as a welder for many years but also loved to build lego sets with his son Henry while listening to his ever growing and evolving music pla

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