All Obituaries

Jeryl Ray “Jerry” Kuhn, 47, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, January 20, 2019 at T. J. Health Columbia.  Born in Akron, OH he was the son of the late Jeryl Kuhn and Patsy Buheit Kuhn of Columbia who survives.  Jerry was an auto mechanic and the most selfless man and would help anyone in need.  In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife Beverly Brown Kuhn of Columbia; two daughters Samantha Kuhn (Fiancé James McGuffin) and Jessica Kuhn Yoakem both of...

David Waggener, 74 of Columbia, KY, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2019 under the care of Lake Cumberland Hospice from cancer.  His family members and his beloved dog, Pug, were at his side. Prior to his passing, David lived in Columbia for 24 years, having left Rockport, MA to be closer to his sister, Barbara Barnes and her husband, Charles.  Raised in Orlando, FL, by all standards, David led a full and active life academically, personally and professionally. He received...

Gaylon Delano Yarberry, age 74, passed from this life on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at Norton Health Care in Louisville after battling a short illness. He was born on August 24, 1944 to the late G.V. and Anna Yarberry in Columbia, Kentucky. His love, wisdom and presence will be heavily missed by all who knew and loved him.   He was of the Nazarene faith and attended the Campbellsville Church of the Nazarene. Gaylon dedicated his life to the Lord and his love for God was never...

Dollie Frances Burton, 86, of Columbia died Thursday, January 10, 2019 at Green Hill Rehabilitation and Care in Greensburg, KY.  Born in Adair County she was the daughter of the late Zack and Emma Susan Willis Burton and wife of the late Edgar Ray Burton.  Mrs. Burton was a member of the Bloomington Chapel Church and attended New Hope Separate Baptist Church.  She loved gardening, attending horse shows and spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include three sons...

Della Rae Montgomery, 83, of Columbia died Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at the Green Hill Manor Nursing Home in Greensburg, KY.  Born in Jamestown, KY she was the daughter of the late Carley D. and Mary A. Davis Polston.  Ms. Montgomery was retired from GE Appliance in Louisville, KY.  She loved Quilting and visiting with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include two daughters Terri Molter (Jim) of Louisville, KY and Anna Christine Fugate (Jeff) of...

Kenneth M. Howard Jr. died peacefully surround by loved ones in Columbia, KY on January 4th, 2019 at the age of 71.  Ken is survived by his loving wife of forty-four years, Judy Reeder Howard of Columbia, KY, stepson Troy Hall of Louisville, KY, son Scott Howard of Glendale, KY, son Brent Howard of Morganfield KY, mother Sue Howard of Lexington KY, sister Sharon Howard of Lexington, Ky., brother Frank Howard of Jacksonville, Fl., and grandchildren Bryce, Sarah and Jake. He is preceded...

  Donald “Buck” Campbell, 79, of Columbia passed away peacefully Friday, December 28, 2018.  Born in Adair County he was the son of the late Dee and Rosie Grant and biological parents Tandy and Pearl Hadley Campbell.  Buck was a former employee of Oshkosh in Columbia, worked construction and he loved hunting and fishing. Survivors include his wife Donetta Conover Campbell of Columbia; two daughters Peggy Coomer (Chuck) of Jeffersonville, IN and Gina Baker...

Martha Jean Stotts, 72, of Columbia died Tuesday, December 25, 2018 at her residence.  Born in Columbia she was the daughter of the late Si and Allene Dial Harmon and wife of the late Arlis David Stotts.  Mrs. Stotts loved gardening, sewing, caring for her family and being her husband’s caregiver for the past 30 years before his passing in January of 2018. Survivors include eight children Phillip Stotts (Melissa), Ricky Lynn Stotts (Theresa), Mark Stotts (Angie), Melissa...

Brenda Faye Thrasher, 76, of Columbia died Saturday, December 22, 2018 at the T. J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY.  Born in Cumberland County she was the daughter of the late Paul and Flossie Shelley Bruton.  Mrs. Thrasher attended the Bearwallow United Methodist Church and was a retired School Teacher after 33years at Colonel William Casey Elementary School. Survivors include her husband Donald Thrasher of Columbia; two sons Glendell Thrasher (Bonnie) and Greg Thrasher...

Virginia “Jenny” Ferguson Grant, 87, of Columbia died Saturday, December 15, 2018 at T. J. Health Columbia.  Born in Adair County she was the daughter of the late Ores and Rachel Arnold Ferguson and wife of the late Robert Leland Grant.  Mrs. Grant was a member of the Tabernacle Christian Church and former Owner and Operator of Grants Grocery at Neatsville, KY. Survivors include a son Ronnie Grant (Jane); three daughters Marsha Wayne of Campbellsville, KY, Beverly...