Obituaries

Libby (Zeleles) Davis

Libby (Zeleles) Davis

Sep 10, 2025

Libby (Zeleles) Davis, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at the Southern Ohio Medical Center Hospice Care Center. She was born on July 19, 1938, in Mt. Coal, West Virginia, to Greek immigrant parents, Christopher Zeleles and Rosa (Antonaros) Zeleles.

Libby lived a vibrant life, marked by her sharp wit, often expressed through her...

Margo Joan Ginn

Margo Joan Ginn

Aug 31, 2025

Margo Joan Ginn, age 85, passed away peacefully at Baptist Hospital, Lexington on Sunday, August 31, 2025.

She was born on May 31, 1940 in Muses Mills, Kentucky to Roy & Lula Masters. She was raised in Lewis County, moved to Cincinnati after graduating High School, then moved to Flemingsburg where she lived until her recent move in 2021 to Cynthiana...

Narketah Renee Montgomery

Narketah Renee Montgomery

Aug 24, 2025

Narketah (Ketah) Renee Montgomery of Aurora, Illinois, was born Feb. 10th, 1962 and departed this earth on August 24th, 2025 following a short illness.

She was the daughter of the late Barbara (Holts) and Frederick Montgomery of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Being an only child she looked forward to spending time each summer with her cousins at their grandparents (Colonel and Ida Holts) home...

Jane Stephens Adams

Jane Stephens Adams

Aug 9, 2025

Jane Stephens Adams, 91 of Flemingsburg, Kentucky passed away peacefully Saturday, August 9, 2025 at her home in Flemingsburg. Born November 3, 1933 in May’s Lick, Kentucky she was the daughter of Cliff and Leona Gudgell Stephens.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Ray Adams whom she married on January 21, 1957. They...

Wiliam "Bill" Russell Carpenter

Wiliam "Bill" Russell Carpenter

Aug 4, 2025

William "Bill" Russell Carpenter of Mt. Carmel Community in Flemingsburg, Kentucky passed away, Monday, August 4, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. 

He was born September 21, 1956, a son of the late Carl and Rosie Carpenter.

Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. Bill enjoyed people in general and most of all he loved the Lord...

Janice Mae Ratliff Day

Janice Mae Ratliff Day

Jun 28, 2025

Janice Mae Ratliff Day, born on April 17, 1942, in Xenia, Ohio, passed from this world on June 28, 2025, at Pioneer Trace Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Flemingsburg, Kentucky. Janice’s life was a beautiful tapestry woven with artistry, melody, and profound love, leaving an indelible mark on all whose lives she touched.

Janice was an artist at heart. Her love for...

Jamie Dean Smith Marshall

Jamie Dean Smith Marshall

Jun 10, 2025

Jamie Dean Smith Marshall, born on September 25, 1989, in Maysville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at her home on June 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after a short illness due to cancer.

Jamie was a cherished member of the community and a dedicated employee at Clarks Pump and Shop on East Water Street, where her beautiful smile and warm...

Russell "Johnny" Fred Arthur

Russell "Johnny" Fred Arthur

Jun 6, 2025

Russell Fred Arthur, affectionately known as "Johnny", passed away on June 6, 2025, at his residence. he was born to Russell Jeff Arthur and Nellie L. Furnier Arthur on March 8, 1940, in Beaver Creek, Ohio, he lived a life dedicated to his family, profession, and country.

The family moved to Orangeburg, Kentucky where he grew up. He graduated from the...

Janet Louise Schmidt Halleran

Janet Louise Schmidt Halleran

May 7, 2025

Janet Louise (Schmidt) Halleran, 82 passed away peacefully on May 7th 2025. She was born in Portsmouth Ohio on June 15, 1942

A long time resident of Flemingsburg Kentucky she could be seen around town at numerous bluegrass events dancing and socializing with locals that she considered her friends. She was a devout catholic and was a 55 year member of...

Edward Allen "Bub" Rice Jr.

Edward Allen "Bub" Rice Jr.

Apr 16, 2025

Edward Allen "Bub" Rice Jr. 63, of the Beechburg community passed away Wednesday,  April 16, 2025 at the Saint Joseph Hospital-Main in Lexington, Kentucky. 

Bub was born March 17, 1962 in Maysville, Kentucky a son of Ann Beckett Rice and the late Edward Allen "Heavy" Rice.

He was a graduate of Fleming County High School, Maysville Community and Technical College. He was...

Ramona Carol Marshall

Ramona Carol Marshall

Mar 31, 2025

Ramona Carol Marshall, 68, of Flemingsburg, Kentucky departed this life on Monday, March 31, 2025 at her residence. 

She was born September 30, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio a daughter of the late Raymond Planck and Opal Planck.

Ramona was a cashier at Jerry's IGA grocery store for many years. In her younger years, she enjoyed woodworking, painting, making flower arrangements and anything...

Sydney Wayne Hatfield

Sydney Wayne Hatfield

Mar 11, 2025

Sydney Wayne Hatfield, 89, of Flemingsburg, Kentucky passed away Tuesday March 11, 2025 at his residence, surrounded by his family. 

He was born May 14, 1935 in New Braunfels, Texas a son of the late Johnnie Sidney Hatfield and Ethel Lorena Taylor.

Sydney was a United States Air Force veteran, having proudly served his country over 20 years. He was also a...

Justine Ellison Gulley

Justine Ellison Gulley

Mar 2, 2025

Justine Ellison Gulley, 87, of Flemingsburg, Kentucky passed away peacefully Sunday, March 2, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her family. 

She was born November 16, 1937 in Fleming County, Kentucky a daughter of the late Lawrence Ellison and Leura Roseberry Ellison.

Justine was a hairdresser and owned and operated Justine's Hair Design for many years. She was a member of the...

Alma "Tom" Worthington Jones

Alma "Tom" Worthington Jones

Feb 20, 2025

Alma "Tom" Worthington Jones, 84, of Flemingsburg, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at the Hospice of Hope Care Center in Maysville, Kentucky surrounded by her loving family.

She was born January 29, 1941 in Ewing, Kentucky a daughter of the late John Thomas "Tommy" Worthington and Leona McFarland Worthington..

Alma Tom was a member of the Foxport Baptist Church...

Jamie Elise Napper

Jamie Elise Napper

Feb 8, 2025

Jamie Elise Napper, 64, of Flemingsburg, Kentucky departed this earthly life on Sunday, February 9, 2025. 

She was born November 18, 1960 in Lancaster, Ohio a daughter of the late James Cockrell and Joan Dowell Cockrell. 

Jamie was affectionally  known as "Granny" .She enjoyed music, animals, working in her garden, and cooking a delicious meal but most of all her enjoyment in...

Tonya Lynn Jordan

Tonya Lynn Jordan

Jan 26, 2025

Tonya Lynn Jordan, 53, of Flemingsburg, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at the UK St. Claire Healthcare in Morehead, Kentucky.

She was born February 16, 1971 in Maysville, Kentucky a daughter of the late Robert Jordan and Rita Carol Jordan.

Tonya worked several years as a nurse's aide. She loved cooking, playing music, cleaning, and dancing. She had a...

Curtis Neil Owens Gulley

Curtis Neil Owens Gulley

Dec 17, 2024

Curtis Neil Owens Gulley, 39, of Morehead, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at the UK St. Claire Healthcare in Morehead surrounded by his beloved family.

He was born October 5, 1985, in Mason County, Kentucky a son of the late Ricky David Gulley and Teresa Owens Hilterbrand.

Curtis proudly served in the Kentucky National Guard 299th Chemical Company in...

Deanna Rice Butler

Deanna Rice Butler

Dec 14, 2024

Deanna Rice Butler, 63, of Flemingsburg, Kentucky, departed this life on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at her residence, surrounded by her family. 

She was born August 13, 1961 in Morehead, Kentucky a daughter of the late Joseph Byron Rice and Doris Louise Dean Rice. 

Deanna was a professor of medical assisting at the Maysville Community and Technical College in Maysville, Kentucky for...

Effie Ensor Hunt

Effie Ensor Hunt

Nov 18, 2024

Effie Mae Ensor Hunt, 88, of Flemingsburg, Kentucky passed away Monday, November, 18, 2024 at the Hospice of Hope Care Center in Maysville, Kentucky. 

She was born January 14, 1936 in Bethel, Kentucky a daughter of the late Tom Ensor and Nona Wells Moran.

Effie owned and operated Hungry Haven Restaurant and The U.S. Shoe Factory cafeteria for many years. She enjoyed...

Norman J. Gray

Norman J. Gray

Oct 24, 2024

Norman J. Gray, 75, of Poplar Plains Road, Flemingsburg, Kentucky, well known and respected cattle broker, farmer and landowner, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024, at the Hospice of Hope Care Center in Maysville, Kentucky surrounded by his loving family. 

He was born December 26, 1948, in Maysville a son of the late Stanley Eugene Gray and Betty Jean McCord Gray.

Norman...