All Obituaries

     Miss Gracie Kayden Prater, age 16, of Flaherty, KY, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2022, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.  Gracie was a sophomore at Meade County High School where she was an honor student.  Gracie participated in Chorus and the FFA while in school.  She was a dedicated employee of Hardin County Skateland and the Meade County Farmer’s Market.  She was also a young entrepreneur, owning her own business, Soy...

Mr. David Wayne Raley, age 50 of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022, at Norton Hospital in Louisville, KY.  David lit up every room he entered and was always larger than life.  He loved music in general but loved to play the drums and sing karaoke.  He would volunteer to help people with fundraisers and was known as the neighborhood lawn mowing man.  David was an avid supporter of UK and the Meade County Greenwaves and Lady Waves, as well as being the...

Mrs. Shirley Ann Harris, age 82, of Irvington, KY, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2022, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY.  Shirley’s greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandbabies. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Harris; her parents, Selby Wilcox and Mildred Dukette; her grandparents, Richard and Ollie Lawson; and numerous aunts and uncles.  She is survived by her daughter, Sandra McCully; two granddaughters, Missy...

Mr. Christopher Dean Snoddy, age 53, of Radcliff, KY, passed away on May 5, 2022. Chris was the owner of Apex Hair Salon. Mr. Snoddy is survived by his wife, parents and brother. In honoring Chris’ wishes, the family has chosen cremation. Hager Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

     Mrs. Kristina Kay Billy, age 55, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2022, at Norton Women and Children’s Hospital in Louisville, KY.  Tina loved kids as she demonstrated by becoming a volunteer teaching assistant at James R. Allen.  She was also a member of the Lions Club.       Tina was preceded in death by her daddy, William R. McDonald, III; her grandparents; two aunts, Andrea and Judy Nicholson; her...

Mr. Robert Alan Shannon, age 42, of New Albany, IN, passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2022, at Baptist Health Floyd in New Albany, IN. Robert was preceded in death by a niece, Alexis. He is survived by his mother and step-father, Melody and Robert Mathis; his father, Donald Fromme, Jr.; three sisters, Jennifer Level, April Level and Angela (Brian) Cheatham; two brothers, Donnie (Wendy) Fromme and Aaron (Katrina) Chism; and 19 nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM,...

Mrs. Anna Jane Williams, age 71, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022, at her residence.  She was born August 16, 1950, the daughter of William Nicholas and Irma Rose (Knott) Hardesty.  Jane was a longtime employee of MARC in Brandenburg.  She loved spending time with her family and always made them her highest priority. Jane was preceded in death by her father; and her son, Jonathon Williams.  She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years,...

     Mr. Jacob Michael “Jake” Lancaster, age 38, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2022, at his residence.  He was a mechanic by trade.  Jake had many interests that included writing music, singing, and drawing.  He was drawn to kids and loved umpiring Little League Baseball at Ramsey Field and  Meade Olin Park. He was an avid sports fan, especially the Louisville Cardinals and Dallas...

     Mrs. Faye D. Kelly, age 80, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2022, at Kindred hospital in Louisville, KY.  Faye was born January 28, 1942, the daughter of Willie Burt and Kathleen (Wages) Duke.  She had many interests in her life.  Faye was a nurse; sold real estate; was an original founder of the Women’s Powderpuff Sanctioned Racing Association in 1959; and a huge fan of Elvis Presley.  She was the ultimate sports mom,...

     Mr. William Wayne Martin, age 80, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2022, at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, KY.  He was born on February 24, 1942, the son of William and Evelyn Rebecca (Basham) Martin.  Wayne was a veteran of the United States Air Force, and a member of New Brandenburg Southern Baptist Church.  He was a devoted father, grandfather, and friend.  He was always on the go, doing the things he loved such as: playing...