All Obituaries

     Mrs. Alice Earline (Howard) Conley, age 80, of Rhodelia, KY, passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022, at Harrison County Hospital in Corydon, IN.  Mrs. Conley was born one of 21 children on September 23, 1941.  She was a longtime member of Payneville Baptist Church.  Alice truly had a heart of gold that was displayed often, but especially at Christmas time when she would find one family in need and provide Christmas for them.     ...

     Mr. Michael Eugene Hall, age 56, of Ekron, KY, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at his residence.  Michael was born May 28, 1965, the son of Marvin Eugene and Velma (Allen) Hall, who both preceded him in death.  Michael had many interests, but he loved to collect and paint rocks and was extremely proud of his tattoos.  His greatest joy and what brought him the most happiness, however, was spending time with his family. Michael is survived by...

     Mr. Wilbur Arlen Basham, age 77, of Bedford, KY, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Norton Hospital in Louisville, KY.  Wilbur was born May 25, 1944, the son of Kenneth and Nellie Catherine (Berry) Basham.  He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and proudly served his country in the United States Army.      Wilbur was preceded in death by his parents; and two aunts, Frances Basham and Edna Cundiff.  He is survived by two...

William Gerald “Jerry” Slayton Jr., 60, of Flaherty, KY, passed away peacefully, January 15, 2022, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY, surrounded by his family. Jerry was born in Louisville, KY on February 1, 1961 to William Gerald “Bill” Slayton Sr. and Elizabeth Jean Slayton. He was a graduate of Meade County High School. Jerry loved watching his kids, grandsons, nieces, and nephews play in various sports. He never missed a game. Although he was an avid...

Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Stith King, of Midway, passed peacefully at home on January 14, 2022 at the age of 93, just shy of her 94th birthday.   She was born on February 7, 1928, near Irvington, KY, daughter of the late Morris Randall Stith and Anna Belle Foote Stith. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her son Terry King, and siblings Doris Mitcham, John Stith, and Ranny Stith.   Elizabeth Ann is survived by the love of her life and husband of over 75 years, Howard...

     Mr. Donald G. VanNorman, age 89, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.  Donald was born April 12, 1932, in West Point, KY, to the late William H. VanNorman and Mayme L. Griffee.  His parents and brother, Kenneth, preceded him in death.  Donald retired from LG&E in 1996.  He was a member of the Church of God Preparing for the Kingdom of God; and was also a Kentucky...

Ms. Betty Sharon Reesor, age 75, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022, at Harrison County Hospital in Corydon, IN. Ms. Reesor was preceded in death by two sons, Mike Hawkins and Terry Reesor. She is survived by three children, David H. Reesor, Jr., John Hawkins and Regina Spurlock; a brother, Larry Adkins; seven grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at the chapel of Hager Funeral Home with...

Mrs. Christi Lynn Darnall, age 51, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022, at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY.  Christi was born November 3, 1970, the daughter of Charles L. and Suellen (Shuck) Phillips, who both preceded her in death.  Christi was a member of Radiant Church.  She was very fun loving and had many hobbies, but especially liked listening to music, shopping, traveling and searching for masterpieces of eclectic art at the St. James...

     Mr. Brian Lee Gilroy, age 68, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022 at his residence.  Brian enjoyed the outdoors and loved to work with his hands.  He was a master woodworker and always raised beautiful orchids in his garden.  Although he was a “workaholic” and really enjoyed working, Brian had many other hobbies, and especially enjoyed bowling.      Brian was preceded in death by his parents,...

Mrs. Janet Ruth Powell, age 74, of Payneville, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022, at Mary and Elizabeth Hospital in Louisville, KY.  Janet was born on October 31, 1947, the daughter of Charles Michael and Wanda Lucille (Troutman) Oelze. Janet was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Thomas Michael Drew Powell; her brother, Jimmy Oelze; and her sister, Shawna Oelze.  She is survived by seven children, Ernie (Terri) Bewley, Caroline (Hugh) Constant, Veronica (Darrell)...