Billy Joe Richardson, age 68, of, Liberty, KY, passed away on Wednesday April 15th, 2026, at the Casey County Hospital. He was born December 24th, 1957, in Casey Co., KY, a son of the late Ocanus and Alma Agnes Richardson.

Billy Joe was a carpenter.

Survivors include: one brother: Barry Richardson of Liberty and one sister: Sharon Black of Liberty.

Preceding him in death besides his parents was one sister: Sherry Durham and one brother: Tommy Richardson.

Visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday April 20th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 P.M. Monday April 20th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Johnny Maupin officiating.

Burial will be in the Willow Springs Cemetery.

Linda F. Brown, age 76, of, Liberty, KY, passed away on Monday April 13th, 2026, at Baptist Health Lexington. She was born February 7th, 1950, in Hamilton, OH, a daughter of the late Albert and Viola Byrd Wesley.

Linda was a homemaker.

Survivors include: her spouse: Gale F. Brown, three sons: Anthony (Sharon) Brown of Liberty, Michael Brown of Liberty and Gregory (Gloria) Brown of New Mexico, nine grandchildren, four great grandchildren, one brother: Earl (Lisa) Wesley of Seymour, IN and one sister: Brenda (Stan) Pierce of Blue Ash, OH.

Preceding her in death besides her parents was five brothers: Charles “Charlie” Wesley, Robert Wesley, John Wesley, Winford Wesley and Ernest Wesley and two sisters: Ruby Hatton and Flossie “Sissy” Long.

Visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. Thursday April 16th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 P.M. Thursday April 16th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Clifton Cowan officiating.

Burial will be in the Salyers Cemetery.

James Ballard “J.B.” Carmicle, age 77, of, Louisville, KY, passed away on Wednesday April 8th, 2026, at Story Point Middletown. He was born March 22nd, 1949, in Danville, KY, a son of the late James Monroe Carmicle and Kay C. Mills Carmicle.

J.B. was an educator, Vice President of Cashbox, owned 123 Answering Services, Publisher of Screenwrite Magazine and was the youngest D.J. in Kentucky.

Preceding him in death besides his parents was one brother: Donnie “Don” Carmicle.

Graveside services will be held 1:00 P.M. Wednesday April 15th, 2026, at Glenwood Cemetery. Bro. Jimmy Brown officiating.

Burial will be in the Glenwood Cemetery.

Betty Jean Moran, age 94, of, Kings Mountain, KY, passed away on Friday April 3rd, 2026, at the Liberty Care Center. She was born December 22nd, 1931, in Yosemite, KY, a daughter of the late Earnest and Ora Lanham Coleman.

Betty was the widow of Wallace Alford (Al) Moran who passed away on April 15th, 2010.

Betty was the former owner and operator of Moran’s Grocery.

Survivors include: Kimberly Marie (Adam) Campbell whom she helped raise of Kings Mountain, Adalyn and Morgan Campbell of Kings Mountain, and one sister: Peggy Combs of Hustonville.

Preceding her in death besides her parents and spouse was four sisters: Dorothy Brown, Vivian Black, Polly Durham and Frances Dinger and two brothers: Charles Coleman and Earnest R. Coleman.

Visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday April 6th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 P.M. Monday April 6th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Johnny Maupin officiating.

Burial will be in the Grove Ridge Cemetery.

Kevin Dunham, age 66, of, Yosemite, KY, passed away on Saturday March 28th, 2026, at his residence. He was born December 7th, 1959, in Danville, KY, a son of Leona Jenkins Dunham of Kings Mountain and the late Royal Preston Dunham.

Kevin was a former self-employed truck driver.

Survivors include: two daughters: Amanda (Nick) Jones of Dunnville and Laura Sisco, six grandchildren: Bailey (Laura) Jones, Alyssa (Haden) Bastin, Alexis Gossett, Kylee Sheene, Katee Sheene and Charlee Jones, two great grandchildren: Hattie Jones and Barrett Bastin, three brothers: Paul (Dev) Dunham of Grayson, KY, Robert (Shelia) Dunham of Kings Mountain and Timothy (Rita) Dunham of Waynesburg, two sisters: Bonita (Robert) Lynn of Liberty and Jennifer Durham of Yosemite and sister in law: Debra Dunham of Yosemite.

Preceding him in death besides his father was one brother: Mark Dunham and one sister: Beverly Cundiff.

Visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. Tuesday March 31st, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 P.M. Tuesday March 31st, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Lynville Hatter officiating.

Burial will be in the Dunham Cemetery.

Nelson Richard Carmicle, of Liberty, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at University of Kentucky Hospital. He was 65.

Born on May 23, 1960, in Liberty, Kentucky, he was a son of Larry Carmicle and the late Carolyn Carmicle. He was a former brick layer and gate hauler. Nelson enjoyed being outdoors and watching western T.V. shows. He loved guns, hunting, fishing and old cars especially Ford Mustangs. “He was the definition of a true good old country boy” said his son, Adam. Nelson was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his son, Adam Carmicle of Liberty; two brothers, Ricky (and the late Patty Donovan) Carmicle and David Carmicle of Largo, Florida; and two sisters, Beverly Franchino of St. Petersburg, Florida and Angie Cruse of Somerset; a niece, Victoria; six nephews, Justin, Brandon, Jonathan, Robert, Christan, and Andrew; and several cousins and other family members.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn.

Funeral services will be held Monday, April 20, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmy Brown officiating.

Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Monday, April 20, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Marion Ancil Murphy, a visionary educator, orchardist, and a cornerstone of the Casey County community, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Casey County Hospital. He was 90.

Born on May 26, 1935, at his family home near Liberty, Kentucky, Marion was the son of the late Herman and Elsie Murphy. Growing up on the local soil, he developed a deep-seated respect for the farming way of life, a passion that defined his career as a Horticulture Teacher at the Casey County Vocational School for many years. Marion took great pride in his garden and his orchards, assisting the Casey County Detention Center with their community garden. Marion loved to communicate with his community and educate them on growing their choice of crops. In the early 1970s, he co-founded the Casey County Apple Festival, helping local farmers market their harvest in addition to the county’s significant amount acres of apple trees. Though the founders initially hoped the event would last just a few years, Marion’s vision blossomed into a legendary Kentucky tradition that has endured for over half a century. Marion was a man of the earth who turned a practical idea into a legacy, but his greatest pride was his family. He loved and cherished his grandchildren and great-grandchildren deeply. Marion enjoyed cooking for his friends to gather them together often. He remains a testament to the impact one person can have when they dedicate their life to the people and the land they call home.

He is survived by two sons, Mark (and Donna) Murphy of Liberty and Mike (and Angela) Murphy of Somerset; a daughter, Marsha (and Wallace) Payton of Liberty; a brother Howard Murphy of Versailles; six grandchildren, Becky (and Mark) Hinkle, Natasha (and Brian) McQueary, Jessica (and Pete) McQueary, Demi (and Harvey) Toebbe, Bryley (and Kendall) Murphy and Grayson (and Anthony Calabrese) Murphy; 13 great-grandchildren; and several friends and neighbors.

In addition to his parents, Marion is preceded in death by his loving wife, Bernita Rochelle Murphy; two brothers, John Bearl Murphy and James Shearl Murphy; four sisters, Ethel Murphy, Lorene Noel, Deloris “Dee” Campbell and Anita Fletcher.

The family will receive friends Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Martin officiating.

Burial will follow in Gum Lick Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may take the form of donations In Memory of Marion Murphy to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Della Fay Haggard, of Kings Mountain, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at her home. She was 70.

Born on August 24, 1955, in Lafayette, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Arvil Haggard and Sadie Rayborn Haggard. Della was a former waitress, in addition to driving a school bus for several years. She was an avid U.K. fan and enjoyed gardening, landscaping and being outdoors. Della loved spending time with her family, especially her kids and grandkids.

She is survived by her two sons, Samuel (and Jesseca) Phillips of Kings Mountain and Jonathan (and Tiffany) Phillips of Kings Mountain; seven grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; six sisters, Stella (and Cecil) Emerick of Georgetown, IL, Mary Pittman of Liberty, Judy Haggard of Metcalf, IL, Martha Luster of Yosemite, Louise Payton of Casey County and Annie McAninch of Casey County; and a brother, Tommy Elliott of Paris, IL.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with speaker, Stella Emerick and Bro. Steven Poff officiating.

Burial will follow in Bethelridge Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Samuel Phillips, Jonathan Phillips, Cole Phillips, Chase Phillips, Wade Phillips, Daulton Phillips, Chance Phillips and J.C. Phillips.

Memorial contributions may be made to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home to help offset funeral expenses.

James “Lester” Wilson, of Liberty, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at his home. He was 95.

Born on April 5, 1931, in Casey County, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Oscar and Virgie Walls Wilson. Lester enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and horseback riding. Above all, he loved the Lord. He attended Poplar Springs Baptist Church and Oak Grove Church of Christ. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, and mentor. He will be remembered for wearing a crooked grin on his face while wearing his bib overalls and black Stetson hat. He will be greatly missed and forever remembered.

Lester is survived by two sons, John Wilson and Jerry (and Cheri) Wilson; a daughter, Betty (and the late Gary) Gadberry; daughter-in-law, Mary Ann Wilson; twenty-two grandchildren; fifty-two great-grandchildren; and thirteen great-great-grandchildren. Other survivors include three brothers, Lloyd (and Josephine) Wilson, Garland Wilson, and Earl (and Brenda) Wilson; and a sister, Rosemary Shoaf.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Stella Jones Wilson; two sons, Stevie Lewis and James Wilson; a daughter, Brenda Staton; a grandson, Billy Vires; and two brothers, David Wilson and Vernon Wilson.

The funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Johnny Maupin officiating.

Burial will follow in Poplar Springs Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Robert Gadberry, William Wilson, Brian Wilson, Ernie Wilson, David Wilson, and Robert Wilson. Honorary pallbearers will be Eric Wilson, Anthony Gadberry, Keith Wilson, Michael Wilson, Jason Wilson, and Jearld Wilson.

Edward “Ed” Creech Durham, age 69, of Yosemite, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at his home.

Born on May 4, 1956, to parents Kenneth and Matrie Durham.  He attended Casey County High School before going to work at American Greetings, where he retired in 2021, after 47 years.  While there, Ed met the love of his life, Mary, and the two were married on August 9, 2002.

Ed was a man of faith who loved the Lord and was a proud member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church. Though he loved spending time outdoors, Ed’s favorite role was as a parent, grandparent and recently a great-grandparent. He treasured his time with his family and loved being “Dad” to his children and “Poppy” to his grandchildren.  Ed was adored by his community but was especially adored by children and animals.  Ed’s warmth and kindness will be deeply missed.

Ed is survived by his wife, Mary; his children, Shane Durham, Dakota Singleton and Emily Bailey (and Shane); his grandchildren, MacKenzie, Chloe and Levi; his great-grandchild, Zayonah; his brother, Kenny (and Debbie); his sister-in-law, Pam Durham; and his brother-in-law, Mike Brown.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Matrie; his brother, Mike Durham; and his sister, Marsha Brown.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00AM on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Ronnie Haste officiating.

Burial will follow in Durham Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00PM on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Brandon Durham, Ryan Durham, Shane Durham, Steven Blake, Aaron Brown, Kojack Jones, Jason Baston and James Salyers. Honorary pallbearers will be Kenny Durham, Dakota Singleton, Emily and Shane Bailey, Mackenzie Boggess, Chloe Durham and Merl Hogue.

Memorial contributions may take the form of donations In Memory of Ed Durham to Mount Calvary Baptist Church c/o Twila Goforth at 624 Hamilton Road, Yosemite, KY 42566.

Carla Gail Humes, of Liberty, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Casey County Hospital. She was 61.

Born on October 24, 1964, in Jamestown, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Bonnie June Luttrell Whittle Humes and Charles Claude Humes. Carla loved her grandbabies and spending time with her family. She enjoyed fishing and swimming.

She is survived by two daughters, Chasity Weddle and Rachel (and Michael) Tapscott, both of Liberty; five grandchildren, Max, Felix, Onyx, Casper and Ava Mae Grace; a sister, Joan Humes of Liberty; a brother, Steve (and Rita) Meeks of Frankfort; and a lifelong best friend, Arlene Latham of Windsor.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a grandson, Axel Jace Brown; two brothers, Patrick Humes and Greg Luttrell; and a nephew, Rocky Luttrell.

Cremation rites were honored. No services will be held at this time.

Rancel “Preach” Roy, age 74, of Windsor, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at his home.

He was a man of faith, humor, kindness, and great strength. He loved God, his family, yard work, visiting, and anything to do with automobiles. He had many jobs throughout his life, but his passion was in the automotive industry.

Preach is survived by his wife, Pamela Roy; and children, Donald (and Debra) Roy, Edward (and Sharon) Roy, Angelia Williams, and Andrew Roy. He has eight grandchildren, with two of them having the honor of being pallbearers, Christopher Roy and Michael Williams; a sister, Phyllis Hampton; and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Avon and Nellie Roy; a sister, Josephine Roy; and a brother, Farley Roy.

While Preach will no longer be rocking on his front porch, his memory will live on through all the lives he touched.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Jeremiah Veillon officiating and Bro. Donald Roy speaking.

Burial will follow in Bowmer Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Christopher Roy, Michael Williams, Lorne Luttrell, Julio Barrados, Ryan Roy, Nathan Roy, Christopher Taylor, and Larry Roy.

Julie Diane McQueary Graham, age 68, went to her heavenly home on GOOD FRIDAY, April 3, 2026, at 6:40am at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville.

Born March 21, 1958, in Casey County, KY, she is the middle child of Gib & Carol Rich McQueary. Julie attended The Hill Church. She enjoyed crafting, gardening, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Julie has two children from a 38 year marriage with Philip Graham: Nikki (and Kevin) Atwood and Tyler Graham; two grandchildren, Easton, age 11 and Korbin, age 7; two siblings: an older sister, Linda Payton and younger brother, Whitney McQueary; a niece, Corey (and Phil) Williams and nephew, Chance (and Katie) McQueary; special sister-in-law, Norma McQueary; three grand-dogs; Molli, Ollie, and Moose; and special friends, Elsie Allen-Clark, Amy Warner, and Tammie Bernard Devine.

When Julie reaches the pearly gates of Heaven, she will be greeted with arms wide open by both her parents, Gib & Carol McQueary; her in-laws, Lee & Fannie Graham; her best brother-in-law, David Payton; and a handful of aunts and uncles.

Services will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions are requested to assist the family in offsetting funeral expenses.

Mable Jewel Allen, of Liberty, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center. She was 93.

Born on September 30, 1932, in Casey County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Charlie Whited and Ida Derringer Whited. She was a member of Bethlehem United Methodist Church. Mable loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, and cooking for everyone.

She is survived by two sons, Jimmy (and the late Treca) Allen and Dalton Allen, both of Liberty; three daughters, Peggy (and Bill) England of Columbus, IN, Kay (and Robert) Abell of Liberty, and Gwen (and Lonnie) Cox of East Hampton, MA; two sisters, Pauline Hayes of Ohio and Ida Lee Woods of Junction City; and a brother, Homer Whited of Indiana. Other survivors include seven grandchildren, Stacy Burton, Christy England, Adrian Davis, Michelle Davis, Crystal Gosser, Tanya Shearer, and Angela Fini; fourteen great-grandchildren, Alyssa Davis, Adam Davis, Sadie Davis, Logan Williams, Gage Mills, Chip Burton, Hailey Caluya, Dylan Edwards, Deric Shearer, Parker Shearer, Kaleb Gosser, Mikaila Fini, Maverick Fini, and Jesse Fini; and two great-great-grandchildren, Aaron Davis and Kingsley Struwing.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jewell Allen; four brothers, Carl Whited, Ira Whited, Harold Whited and Jerry Whited; four sisters, Rilda Coppage, Nellie Goode, Jane Lee and Ruby Russell; two infant siblings; and a granddaughter, Jennifer Armstrong.

The funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Dwight Coffman officiating.

Burial will follow in Whited Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Friday, April 3, 2026, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.

Brian Keith Atwood, of Parksville, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at his home. He was 51.

Born on January 23, 1975, in Ft. Thomas, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Charles William “Bill” Atwood and Donna Faye Williamson Atwood. He was employed by DANA Incorporated. He enjoyed gaming and working on vehicles.

He is survived by a daughter, Kristen Faye Atwood; granddaughter, Addie Moon Cameron-Clymer; brother, Todd (and Nicki) Atwood; and significant other, Kimberly Cox.

Cremation rites were honored. No services will be held at this time.

Memorial contributions may take the form of donations to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home to assist the family with final expenses.

Tamara Gayle Burkhart, age 51, of, Liberty, KY, passed away on Saturday March 21st, 2026, at the Jean Waddle Care Center. She was born December 24th, 1974, in Somerset, KY, a daughter of Jerry Gayle Hamilton and the late Constance Black Hamilton.

Tamara was a former nurse.

Survivors include: her spouse: Wilse Burkhart, and two daughters: Emily Gayle Burkhart and Katelyn Marie Burkhart both of Liberty.

Preceding her in death besides her mother was one daughter: Abigayle Maria Burkhart and one brother: Alexander Dale Hamilton.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 P.M. Saturday April 18th, 2026 at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Jerry Dale Adkins, lovingly known as Papa Jerry to his children and grandchildren, and brother to his sister and family, passed away suddenly at his home, March 19, 2026.

He was 79 years old.

Jerry attended services at Thomas Ridge Church in Dunnville, KY. He made a profession of faith to Brother Hershel Lawhorn in 2023, and professed he was saved and baptized in his younger years.

Jerry enjoyed the simple pleasures of life he would often be found front porch sitting and visiting his friends and loved ones. Jerry took great pride in interacting with his grandchildren Riley, Kallen, and Korbin and was known for storytelling of past fishing endeavors and knife collecting.

He enjoyed an occasional side by side ride even up to his passing. He loved his grand dog (Diesel) who could engage him in short walks with whom he sat with every day until his passing.

Jerry was born December 27, 1946, to Esco and Ethera (Stephens) Adkins of Windsor, KY. He adored his daughters and his grandson’s, and he would call them daily to tell them just how much. Jerry retired from Liberty Sportswear, formerly known as Osh’Kosh, where he spent much of his life working in textiles.

In his younger years you would find him visiting car lots and often driving one home. He had a passion for cars, boats, and visiting the Mountains of Tennessee, that would always surface in most conversations with him especially his Ford Mustang.

He is survived by his daughters Teena Kissee (Neil Luttrell); Regina Adkins (SO Benjamin Noonan) all of Dunnville, KY; Three grandson’s Kallen Michael Kissee; Korbin Ross Kissee; and Riley Scott Adkins all of Dunnville, KY. Jerry had one Sister Gearlean (Adkins) & Ricky Bastin; two nieces Sheila Minton (Late Steve Minton) and Kristie Tapscott all of Liberty. He had two great nephews: Josh Minton and Jake Minton, one great-niece Kristijna (Derek) Sines of Louisville, KY and host of great nieces and nephews. He had a host of extended family and friends and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents previously mentioned, one sister Bertha, one brother Richard Adkins both infant siblings, and one grandson Bradley Austyn Floyd son of Teena Kissee.

Pallbearers include Neil Luttrell, Josh Minton, Michael Kissee, Kallen Kissee and Riley Adkins with Honorary Paul Bearers Ricky Bastin and Korbin Kissee.

Graveside Services will be held 1:00 P.M. Monday March 23rd, 2026, at Thomas Ridge Cemetery. Bro. Hershel Lawhorn officiating.

Interment will be in the Thomas Ridge Cemetery, Dunnville, KY.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Bartle Funeral Home to help offset funeral expenses.

Peggy Jo Dean, age 82, of, Liberty, KY, passed away on Sunday March 15th, 2026, at her residence. She was born September 20th, 1943, in Liberty, KY, a daughter of the late Chester and Zola Patterson Lanham.

Peggy was the widow of Ralph Dean who passed away on September 7th, 2012.

Peggy was a former waitress and factory worker. She loved spending time singing, quilting, puzzle books, reading, gardening, time with her family and being at home. She was a member of Trace Fork Separate Baptist Church since the age of 12 and then rededicated her life as an adult.

Survivors include: four children: Beverly (Tim) McAninch of Liberty, Billy Gibson of Fayetteville, OH, Carla Denny of Liberty and Cathy Elmore of Liberty, two step children: Rita Nichols of Arkansas and Harry Dean of Liberty, nine grandchildren: Jimmie Joe (Shelbie) Napier, Amy (William) Turpin, Bryan (Bobbi) Gibson, Alicia (James) Charles, Johnnie ( Stephanie) McAninch, Travis (Miranda) Gibson, Eric (Kristyn) Elmore, Brittany Elmore (Aaron Cook) and Justin (Ashley) Wilson, two step grandchildren: Catrina Tosh and Nick “Bud” Nichols, twenty three great grandchildren, nine step great grandchildren, and one sister: Freida Stephens of Cynthiana.

Preceding her in death besides her parents and spouse was one brother: Luther Lanham.

Visitation will be held 6:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. Thursday March 19th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 P.M. Friday March 20th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Donald Wilson officiating.

Burial will be in the Trace Fork Cemetery.

Mary Wanda Vaught Riddle, age 80, of Lexington, KY formerly of Liberty, KY, passed away on Sunday March 15th, 2026, at U.K. Medical Center. She was born April 14th, 1945, a daughter of the late Melvin R. and Mabel Murphy Vaught.

Survivors include her husband Luaird Riddle, two sisters: Anna Lou and Clark Durham of Liberty and Donna and Jimmy Yowell of Hustonville and sister-in-law Patricia Vaught.

Besides her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers: R.C. and Ronnie.

Private burial will be held.

Danny Lee Helm, age 64, of, Liberty, KY, passed away on Friday March 13th, 2026, at his residence. He was born September 23, 1961, in Liberty, KY, a son of the late Danny and Juanita Sears Helm.

Danny Lee was a former welder.

Survivors include: one aunt: Mildred Cutter and several cousins.

Preceding him in death besides his parents was one sister: Dana Richards and one brother: Darren Helm.

Visitation will be held 11:30 A.M. Tuesday March 17th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 P.M. Tuesday March 17th, 2026, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Hershel Lawhorn officiating.

Burial will be in the Clearview Cemetery.