Local Obituaries for New Castle and Eminence, KY
Bobby Joe Quickert
Oct 24, 2026
Bobby Joe Quickert, age 76 of Port Royal passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026. Bobby Joe was a farmer and a member of Port Royal Baptist Church. He loved spending time with grandchildren, great grandchildren & all his family. He was the son of the late Joseph & Louise (Beutel) Quickert. Bobby Joe was preceded in death by his wife,...
Brayden Sturgeon
Oct 2, 2026
The family of Brayden Tyler Sturgeon are deeply grieved to announce the passing of their beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend. He was born on December 15, 2007, and died on October 2, 2026, at the University of Kentucky after being critically injured in a recent car accident. He left the world surrounded by his loving family and...
Desmond "Dez" Jerrell Mason
Sep 26, 2026
Desmond “Dez” Jerrell Mason, age 37 of Eminence passed away Saturday, September 26, 2026.
Desmond “Dez” Jerrell Mason, age 37 of Eminence passed away Saturday, September 26, 2026. He was known for his fun-loving spirit and his ability to bring joy wherever he went. His infectious smile, warm laughter, and generous heart had a way of making everyone feel welcome. Whether he...
Kenneth Spies
Sep 22, 2026
Kenneth “Kenny” Spies, known to many as “Mouse,” was 62 years old when he passed away on September 22, surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Kenny was born on January 19, 1964 to Donald and Mildred Spies. For more than 30 years, Kenny was a friendly and valued presence at Safety-Kleen where he built countless friendships...
Garrett Woods
Sep 18, 2026
Garrett Woods, 77, of New Castle, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home on September 18th, 2026.
Born on July 5th, 1949 in Jersey City, New Jersey to William and Gloria Woods, Garrett went on to have a 40+ year career as a Respiratory Therapist. He served the local community with pride and a dedication to his patients.
He is survived by his...
Gayle R. Mayhugh
Sep 17, 2026
Gayle Robin Mayhugh, born January 30, 1954, in the original Baptist Hospital in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, September 17, 2026 leaving behind a life filled with creativity, love, and the simple joys she cherished.
Gayle grew up in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, where she graduated from Elizabethtown High School. She later moved to Richmond, Kentucky, to attend Eastern Kentucky University, where she...
David Lyons
Sep 16, 2026
David Lyons, age 61, of Bethlehem, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. David was the owner and operator of Lyons Logging for more than 22 years and was a hardworking, strong, and extremely giving man. He was a true gearhead who loved old cars and trucks and enjoyed going to auctions. Above all, David loved his family and treasured...
William "Bill" May
Sep 5, 2026
William “Bill” May, age 96 of Louisville passed away Saturday, September 5, 2026. Bill was a 1949 St. X graduate, photo engraver and a Korean War Army Veteran. He was the son of the late John Coffman & Louise Elizabeth (Doyle) May and preceded in death by his wife, Maureen (Mackay) May and a brother, Jack May.
Survived By:
Daughters: Kathy Knight...
Frank Alan Brent
Sep 1, 2026
Frank Alan Brent, age 81 of Campbellsburg passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Frank worked with various insurance companies and most recently worked with the Kentucky FAIR Plan. He was an avid pool player and loved sports, especially the Cincinnati Reds and Kentucky Wildcats. He was very proud of both his sons. Frank was the son of the late Roy Wilson...
Wendell Erdman Berry
Aug 31, 2026
Wendell Erdman Berry, age 92 passed away suddenly and peacefully at his home Monday, August 31, 2026. The Berry Center and Berry family are heartbroken. Wendell was a writer and farmer of Port Royal, Henry County, Kentucky. His work continues, here and in every place where people aim to live according to nature’s measure, on and with and of their beloved...
Benjamin "BJ" Joseph Kelley
Aug 28, 2026
It is with hope and strength that we announce Benjamin "BJ" Joseph Kelley, age 48, of Port Royal, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 28, 2026, surrounded by the deep love he so freely gave throughout his lifetime.
To all who knew and loved him, BJ was a larger-than-life personality who lived his life like it was an endless movie...
Raymond J. Wright, Sr.
Aug 26, 2026
Raymond Jordan Wright, Sr., age 91 of Eminence, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Son of the late John Jackson and Elnore (Foree) Wright, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian (Christy) Wright; a son, Raymond Wright, Jr.; three sisters, Lucille Spencer, Laura Virginia Mason and Anna Mae Smith; and four brothers, Willie Joe, Owen T., John,...
Steven T. Ricketts
Aug 25, 2026
Steven T. Ricketts, age 79 of LaGrange, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Born in LaGrange, he spent his childhood on his family farm near Port Royal before returning to LaGrange for his adolescent years. He was a graduate of OCHS, Class of 1966, where he was a football letterman.
After attending Eastern Kentucky University for a year, he was drafted...
Catherine Ursula (Cartwright) Adams
Aug 22, 2026
Catherine Ursula (Cartwright) Adams, age 90 of Eminence, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Daughter of the late Cleatis and Helen (Grimes) Cartwright, she was a member of the Eminence Christian Church for over 70 years. She joined the church in 1954. She was a Honorary Kentucky Colonel. Catherine retired from the Commonwealth of Kentucky with over 28 years...
James "Jimmy" Ray Carpenter, Sr.
Aug 21, 2026
James “Jimmy” Ray Carpenter, Sr., age 63 of Eminence, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026, at his home, surrounded by family and friends. He was a loving husband, father, PaPa and friend. He will be missed dearly by everyone who knew him. He was preceded in death by his father, Ruby Ray Carpenter.
Survived By:
Wife: Sheila Carpenter of Eminence
Daughter: Michelle...
DeWayne "Birdog" Ingabrand
Aug 6, 2026
DeWayne “Birdog Ingabrand, age 60 of Campbellsburg passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026. He was a roofer. He loved hunting, back road riding & off road riding. More than anything he love his date nights with his Princess and spending time with his family. Birdog was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Lou (Tingle) Ingabrand; sister, Vanessa Irene Ingabrand and...
Violet "Tina" Purvis
Aug 5, 2026
Violet “Tina” Purvis, age 79 of Eminence passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Tina worked at Eminence Speaker for 20+ years. She was the daughter of the late Myron & Gertrude (Brundage) Carman and preceded in death by her husband, Donald Lee Purvis; daughter, Tina Marie Purvis; sisters, Wanda Cisneros, Joy James, Donna Edwards and brother, Larry Carman.
Survived By:
Children: Vernon...
Jon Joseph Smith
Jul 22, 2026
Born on January 30, 1962, in Little Falls, Minnesota, Jon was raised in New Castle,
Kentucky.
He graduated from Henry County High School and earned his degree from the
University of Louisville. Jon proudly served four years in the United States Navy and
was honorably discharged. In 1998, he moved to Richmond, VA, where he made his
home.
Jon enjoyed fishing, watching basketball, playing poker and...
David Elliot Christianson
Jul 20, 2026
David Elliot Christianson, age 75 of New Castle passed away Monday, July 20, 2026. David was a 20-year veteran of the US Navy and then pursued a work career as a computer technician. He was the son of the late Gaines Morton & Bettie Ruth (Benson) Crook. David was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings Gaines Mark Crook...
Claude A "Skip" Berry, III
Jul 17, 2026
Claude A. "Skip" Berry III, 76, of Eminence, Kentucky, passed away on July 17, 2026.
Born on March 20, 1950, Skip lived a life marked by faith, integrity, servant leadership, and extraordinary professional achievement. While he earned widespread respect throughout Kentucky's engineering and construction industries, nothing brought him greater joy than his relationship with Jesus Christ, his family, and his many...
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