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

Linda Rogers,78, of Rineyville, Kentucky, passed away unexpectedly at her home on January 16, 2026, just two days after her 78th birthday. Linda was born on January 14, 1948 to Otho and Izola Wathen and raised in Flaherty, KY. She was preceded in death by her parents, Otho and Izola Wathen; her sisters, Martha Ann Stewart and Norma Jean Black; and her daughter-in-law, Sherry Rogers. Linda is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, Leslie Rogers, and their three children:

Ronald “Ron” Leroy Tennyson, 78, passed away peacefully in his home on January 12, 2026. Ron was born on August 20, 1947, in Greenville, South Carolina. He lived a life defined by service, leadership, and deep love for his family. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, retiring after 20 years of honorable service. Following his military career, Ron embarked on an exceptional civilian career in the private aviation industry with Stevens Aviation. He served as

Linda Joyce Riggs Murphy, age 75, Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 28, 1950, in Battletown, KY, daughter of the late Ila Mae Bennett Riggs and Charles Lester Riggs. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Steven Wayne Murphy; brother, Roger Riggs; sister, Audrey Carlton; and infant son, Joey Benham. Linda was the proud owner of Sassy’s Secret Consignment and O

Alberta Butler Claycomb, age 86 of Webster, KY passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 in Brandenburg, KY  She was born on February 8, 1939 in Guston, KY daughter of the late Allie Murray Butler and Mary Beatrice Pike Butler.  Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Tom Claycomb; and siblings, Linda, Raymond, Emma Lou, Lois, Jerry, and John. Alberta was a member of Raymond Baptist Church and retired from GE. She is survived by her

Thomas Clive “Tom” Mahoney, 89, of Elizabethtown, KY and formerly of Louisville, Kentucky passed away Friday, January 9, 2026. Tom graduated from Flaget High School in Louisville, where he was a star pitcher for the school’s baseball team. Postponing college because of his father’s illness, Tom began his business career at just 17 years old, managing his dad’s coal company to support his family. After many semesters at night school, Tom graduated from University of Louisville

Mr. George Robert Doyle, age 90, of Ekron, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY. Mr. Doyle was born on July 21, 1935, the son of Earley Robert Sr. and Virginia (Meadows) Doyle. George was a longtime member of Ekron Baptist Church and a KY Colonel. He worked as a supervisor at L, G & E, up until his retirement after 40 years of service. After retirement, George found joy in gardening and loved to share in his harvest with a

Mrs. Linda Sue Pace, age 79, of Muldraugh, KY, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown.  Mrs. Pace was born on October 4, 1946, the daughter of James Miller and Martha (Fields) Caudill.  Linda loved to quilt and so, which was so evident in all of her beautiful creations.  She was also a Disney fan who visited Disney quite a few times with family.  She also enjoyed reading and almost always had a cup of coffee.      Linda was preceded

Mr. Daniel Edward Hardesty, age 74, of Rhodelia, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Norton Clark Hospital in Jeffersonville, IN. Daniel was born on October 10, 1951, the son of William Nicholas and Irma Rose (Knott) Hardesty. Daniel was an avid outdoorsman, who liked to fish and hunt. After retirement he spent his days farming his land.  He also enjoyed watching Kentucky Wildcat football and basketball games and spending time with his family. Daniel was preceded

William Maurice “Bill” Vessels, 79, of Ekron, KY, passed away Monday, January 5, in Elizabethtown, KY. Bill proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, a commitment that reflected his lifelong values of discipline, loyalty, and service. Following his military service, he built a distinguished career in manufacturing and engineering. He worked for Olin Chemical and International Harvester before completing a 23-year career with General Motors, where he was a

Mr. Donald Day Basham, age 89, of Muldraugh, KY, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY.  He was born on June 9, 1936, the son of Forrest and Emma (Walker) Basham.       Mr. Basham was a longtime member of Muldraugh United Methodist Church, a 50 year mason with Barker Lodge #129 F.&A.M. in West Point, KY, and also a member of the Rainbows.  Mr. Basham worked for LG&E, the City of Muldraugh, and retired from the City of Louisvill

Mrs. Lourdes Victoria Neal, age 85, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Neal was born in Manila, Philippines, on January 31, 1940, the daughter of Edward and Fe (Pacheco) Bohanan.  As a toddler, Lourdes had her life threatened but survived the Japanese occupation of the Philippines at the beginning of World War II. This experience, along with her family heritage of service prompted Lourdes to join the United St