Local Obituaries for New Castle and Eminence, KY
Henrietta (Parker) Smith
Apr 23, 2026
Henrietta (Parker) Smith, of New Castle, KY, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at the age of 92. Born in Paris, Kentucky, Henrietta was the daughter of Walter Parker and Geneva Scott. She was a graduate of Western High School, class of 1952. Henrietta continued her education and graduated from Kentucky State University...
Bobby Johnson
Apr 22, 2026
Bobby Johnson, age 87, of Webster, KY, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, surrounded by his family and dear friends.
He was born on June 21, 1938, in Eminence, KY, son of the late Vernon Johnson and Myrtle Wilson Johnson. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Joyce Elizabeth Johnson; two sisters, Verna Lee Johnson...
Charles "Chuck" McFarland
Apr 20, 2026
Charles “Chuck” McFarland, age 78 of New Castle passed away Monday, April 20, 2026. Chuck was an Attorney for over 46 years. He was a member of Salt and Light Church in LaGrange. He loved to study Biblical Greek; watching world ending movies and telling dad jokes. He also enjoyed working with the prison ministries. He was the son of the...
Kyle Scott Downey
Apr 7, 2026
Kyle Scott Downey, age 31 of Eminence passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026. He had an Associates Degree in Supply Chain Management and Logistics. He loved reading a good book and loved music, especially playing with his bands. He was an avid fan of the Nashville Predators hockey team. He enjoyed spending time with his family. Kyle was preceded in death...
Brenda Jean (Logsdon) Matthews
Apr 2, 2026
Brenda Jean (Logsdon) Matthews, age 76 of Louisville passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026. She was a receptionist at Western High School in Louisville for several years. She enjoyed drinking her coffee and gardening. Brenda was a member of Shawnee Baptist Church in Louisville. She was the daughter of the late Clarence & Ruby (Layman) Logsdon and preceded in death...
Kathleen Jean (Grossner) Lyons
Apr 1, 2026
Kathleen Jean (Grossner) Lyons, age 76 of New Castle passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. She was a Virden Community High School graduate of 1967 and received her BA degree at University of Louisville. Kathleen had a passion for helping others that led her to numerous volunteer opportunities such as grief share, prison ministry, Celebrate...
Dalton E. Brown
Mar 29, 2026
Dalton E. Brown, age 100 of New Castle passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026. Dalton was a farmer and a member of Port Royal Baptist Church. He loved boating, going to car auctions and spending time with his family. He was the son of the late Claude & Virginia Leslie (Jones) Brown and was preceded in death by his son, Kevin...
Ferenc "Frank" X. Vegh, Sr.
Mar 23, 2026
Ferenc “Frank” X. Vegh, Sr., age 90 of LaGrange passed away Monday, March 23, 2026. Frank was a welder with BF Goodrich for 17 years. He was a US Army veteran & also served in the Hungarian Army. He enjoyed his time in his vineyard and farming. He was the son of the late Mihály & Julianna (Király) Végh and...
Darlene Chilton
Mar 14, 2026
Darlene Fitzgerald Chilton “Meemaw”, age 72 of Campbellsburg passed away surrounded by family Saturday, March 14, 2026. Meemaw was born on September 15, 1953, to the late Norvin and Ann Fitzgerald. Meemaw was a devoted grandmother to her eight grandchildren. She worked for 23 years at the Kentucky Board of Nursing where she retired. In her free time, she enjoyed...
Joseph Wayne Martin
Mar 11, 2026
Joseph Wayne Martin, age 61 of Pleasureville passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Joseph started working at American Emblem at age 18 right out of High School and then worked his way up, even thru the purchase of Black & Decker. He continued working as long as he could until MS made it impossible. He retired as a Maintenance Supervisor...
Robert "Robby" H. Reynolds
Mar 1, 2026
Robert “Robby” H. Reynolds passed away suddenly Sunday March 1, 2026.
Robby was a loving husband and father. He was a dedicated worker and Supervisor for 22 years at Hussey Fabricated products.
He enjoyed cooking for his family, going to Broadway musicals with his girls, family game nights, trips away with his wife, spending time outdoors and playing video games with his daughter.
His...
Raymond Lee "Ray" Cundiff
Feb 25, 2026
Raymond Lee “Ray” Cundiff, age 79 of Pendleton passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Ray was construction worker and was a pool installer. He enjoyed playing cards and working on old cars. He was the son of the late Robert & Florence (Browning) Cundiff. Ray was raised by an awesome foster couple, Mr. & Mrs. Stairs. He was preceded in...
Sonny Briley
Feb 25, 2026
Sonny Briley, age 86 of Eminence passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Sonny was a Vietnam Navy Veteran; a member of Pt. Pleasant Christian Church and retired from Ford Motor Company. He was also member of the Henry County Rod & Gun Club and a proud member of AA for 24 years. He especially enjoyed his fishing and watching his...
Bruce Edward Payton
Feb 19, 2026
Bruce Edward Payton, age 65, of Campbellsburg, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026. He was the son of the late Woodrow and Harriett Payton.
Bruce was a carpenter by trade, but his passion was hunting and fishing. Nothing made him happier than a big mess of fish that he could fry up and share with his friends and family. Bruce was...
Martha Frances Elston
Feb 19, 2026
Martha Frances Elston, age 92 of New Castle passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026. She was a member of the Mt. Gilead Church. Martha was the daughter of the late Rube & Helen (Jones) Troxell and was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Elston; son, Steve Elston; brother, Richard Troxell and niece, Frances Troxell.
Survived By:
Son: Tony Elston (Mary Ann)
Grandchildren:...
Phillip L. Brierly, Sr.
Feb 14, 2026
Phillip L. Brierly, Sr., age 76 of Smithfield passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026. He was a Sawyer with CA Gardner Veneer for several years. He loved woodworking, auctions, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. Phillip was the son of the late George & Myrtle Brierly and was preceded in death by his wife, Rita Noel Brierly; two...
Doris (Maddox) Grigsby
Feb 6, 2026
Doris (Maddox) Grigsby, age 72 of Eminence, passed away Friday, February 6, 2026. Doris was a faithful member of the Pleasureville Baptist Church. She loved farming and babysitting. She was the daughter of the late William Robert & Hattie Lee (Hardin) Maddox and was preceded in death by her husband, James Robert “Bobby” Grigsby; a sister, Lena Stivers and two...
Steven E. Lyons
Feb 4, 2026
Steven E. “Stevie” Lyons, Sr, age 67 of Shelbyville passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Steven was preceded in death by his father, Frances Lyons and brothers, Sydney, Harry, Frances, Jr. & Wayne Lyons. He was a faithful member of the Cemetery Hill Church of Christ. He enjoyed woodworking and making things. He loved writing poetry and was a great motivational...
Linda (Allnutt) Purvis
Feb 3, 2026
Linda Allnutt Purvis, age 83 of Eminence, passed away on Tuesday, February 3rd. Linda was a teacher, working at Pleasureville and Campbellsburg Elementary Schools, and finishing her career at Henry County Middle School. Linda was a 1960 graduate of Eminence High School where she was on the varsity cheerleading squad and involved in multiple clubs. Linda also participated in beauty pageants,...
Logan Jewell DeWitt
Feb 2, 2026
Logan Jewell DeWitt, age 9, passed away on Monday, February 2, at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on January 28, 2017, Logan brought joy, laughter, and kindness to everyone who was blessed enough to encounter her, if even for a moment.
Logan had a spirit of joy and a heart overflowing with love and spitfire responses. Her positive personality effortlessly captured...
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