Obituaries
Edna Kimbler Davis
Mar 16, 2026
Edna Carter Kimbler Davis, 86, of Columbia, KY passed away Monday, March 16, 2026, at Metcalfe County Health Care in Edmonton, KY. She was born on October 3, 1939, in Russell County, KY to the late Clifford Carter and Lola Pettyjohn Carter Shaffer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands Robert Kimbler Sr. and...
Carolyn Sue Coomer
Mar 12, 2026
Carolyn Sue Coomer, age 82, of Columbia, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia. Born on January 31, 1944, in Adair County, Kentucky, Carolyn lived a life filled with devotion to her family, faith, and community.
Throughout her years, Carolyn was known for her warm spirit and creative talents. She was a member...
Jonathan Janes
Mar 9, 2026
Jonathan Janes, age 54, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed on March 9, 2026. He was born on March 9, 1972, in Oak Lawn, Illinois, to the late David Janes and Rosie Crawhorn Kennedy.
Jonathan was a devoted family man who took great joy in spending time with his loved ones. His passion for fishing reflected his love for...
Wanda Gayle Hovious
Mar 8, 2026
Wanda Gayle Hovious, 76, of Columbia, KY passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia, KY. She was born on September 24, 1949, in Knifley, KY to the late Hubert Hovious, Sr and Iva Mae Beard Hovious Stotts.
Wanda was a member of the New Concord Church. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her cats.
Survivors...
Billy Fletcher
Mar 2, 2026
Billy Fletcher, age 84, of Columbia, KY, passed away on March 2, 2026, at the T. J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY. Born on February 7, 1942, in Breeding, KY, Billy lived a life marked by his dedication to family, work, and community.
Billy had a diverse career, spending many years as a farmer and machinist at IMO. He was...
Douglas Vaughn Hadley
Mar 2, 2026
Douglas Vaughn Hadley, age 52, of Columbia, Kentucky, passed away on March 2, 2026, in Fairplay, Kentucky. Born on December 20, 1973, in Adair County, he was a devoted father, grandfather, and loving family member who touched the lives of many throughout his journey.
Douglas was a proud graduate of Adair County High School. From an early age, he professed his...
Kermit Eugene Grider
Mar 1, 2026
Kermit Eugene Grider, age 91, of Columbia, KY, peacefully passed away on March 1, 2026, at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville, KY. Born on December 29, 1934, in Russell County, KY, Kermit was a devoted educator whose impact on his community will be remembered by many.
Kermit was a member of the Bethlehem Separate Baptist Church. He graduated from Russell County...
Odell Bennett
Feb 28, 2026
Odell Bennett, age 87, of Edmonton, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Metcalfe County Health Care. Born on December 11, 1938, Odell lived a life marked by dedication, hard work, and a deep love for his family and community.
A lifelong farmer, Odell devoted himself to the land, embodying the true spirit of rural life. He was...
Jack Davis Brummett
Feb 28, 2026
Jack Davis Brummett, age 80, of Glens Fork, KY, peacefully passed away on February 28, 2026, at Norton Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. Born on January 5, 1946, in Glens Fork, Kentucky, Jack lived a life rich with faith, love, and dedication to his wife Ann.
Throughout his life, Jack exemplified the values of hard work and commitment, particularly evident in his...
Lowell Dean Pelston
Feb 15, 2026
Lowell Dean Pelston, aged 76, of Columbia, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville, Kentucky. Born on March 30, 1949, in Breeding, Kentucky, Lowell was a devoted family man and a respected member of his community.
For many years, Lowell had a fulfilling career as a machinist at IMO, where...
David Quirin, Iii
Feb 14, 2026
David Quirin, III, age 72, of Columbia, Kentucky, passed away on February 14, 2026, at T. J. Health Columbia. Born on October 18, 1953, in San Bernardino, California, David established a life filled with love, dedication, and a strong sense of community.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, David's commitment to his country was a...
Donna Sue Furkin
Feb 13, 2026
Donna Sue Furkin, aged 57, of Columbia, Kentucky, passed away on February 13, 2026, at her daughter's residence in Columbia, KY. Born on April 18, 1968, in Burkesville, Kentucky, Donna was a devoted individual whose life was marked by her Christian faith and love for the outdoors. She found joy in her connection with animals, cherished moments spent singing...
Sandra Kay Yates
Feb 11, 2026
Sandra Kay Yates, 67, of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, KY. She was born in Albany, KY on February 16, 1958, to the late Kenneth and Dora Viola Higginbotham Bunch.
Sandra was of the Pentecostal faith, and she enjoyed cooking and spending time with her...
Garry Louis Wall
Feb 11, 2026
Garry Louis Wall, 69, of Columbia, KY, passed away on February 11, 2026, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 23, 1956, in Columbia, KY, Garry lived a life filled with passion, love, and devotion to his family.
As a proud veteran of the United States Army, Garry...
Dallas Hadley
Feb 2, 2026
Dallas Hadley, 83, of Columbia, KY passed away Monday, February 2, 2026, at Summit Manor Nursing Home. He was born in Adair County, KY on January 17, 1943, to the late William and Nona Lawhorn Hadley.
Mr. Hadley enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family, friends and dogs "Gypsy Rose & Monkey".
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Geraldine Emily Hale
Jan 31, 2026
Geraldine Emily O'Brien Hale, 85, of Columbia, KY passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at her residence. She was born in Mankato, MN on May 8, 1940, to the late Kenneth Hubert and Alberta Elizabeth Williams O'Brien. She was preceded in death by her husband Donald Charles Hale, Sr.
Mrs. Hale was a member of the Charity...
Wilbert Alton "Boss" Blair
Jan 30, 2026
Wilbert "Boss" Blair, 83, of Pellyton, KY, a United States Marine Corps Veteran of the Vietnam War, passed away at his home on Friday, January 30th, 2026.
Born on Barnetts Creek in Adair County, Kentucky, Boss was a lifelong farmer, working cattle, tobacco, and produce. He was known for his honesty, hard work, and the best watermelons...
Scott Michael Humphrey
Jan 29, 2026
Scott Michael Humphrey, age 56, of Glensfork, Kentucky, passed away on January 29, 2026, at his residence. He was born on September 5, 1969, in Tarrant County, Texas to the late Robert and LeJune Arthur Humphrey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepdaughter Mary Ann Grider.
Mr. Humphrey was a member...
Larry Gene Bryant
Jan 28, 2026
Larry Gene Bryant, age 74, of Columbia, Kentucky, passed away on January 28, 2026, at Norton Audubon Hospital in Louisville, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 30, 1951, in Columbia, KY, Larry exemplified a life dedicated to farming and the cultivation of both land and family bonds.
Throughout his life, Larry was best known for...
Rita Carol (Pyles) Smith
Jan 26, 2026
Rita Carol Smith, 77, of Columbia, KY passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, at her residence. She was born in Columbia, KY on June 16, 1948, to the late Kenneth and Eula Grant Pyles.
Mrs. Smith was a member of the New Hope Separate Baptist Church and a graduate of Lindsey Wilson University. She enjoyed flea marketing,...
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