OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for New Castle and Eminence, KY


John Edward "Happy" Pollard

John Edward "Happy" Pollard

Jan 21, 2026

John Edward “Happy” Pollard of Eminence, KY, passed away at home with his family by his side on January 21, 2026. Happy was born in Eminence, KY on March 10, 1931.

He was preceded in death by his father, Julius Orr Pollard; his mother and daddy, Anna Cyrene Mattingly Stivers and Franklin Pearce Stivers; along with two sisters, Gladys Beck and...

Larry B. Ramsey

Larry B. Ramsey

Jan 20, 2026

Larry B. Ramsey, age 70 of Pendleton passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was a native of Trimble County. Larry was the Manager at Lake Jericho for 40+ years. He was an avid UK Wildcat Fan. He loved traveling, camping, mowing on his Scag and eating at Chinese Buffets. He especially loved sitting by a campfire listening to music with...

Shirley Sills

Shirley Sills

Jan 16, 2026

Shirley Sills, age 95 of LaGrange passed away Friday, January 16, 2026. Shirley was a native of Saginaw, Michigan. She was an Educator and a director of Special Education for 24 years in Oldham County. She was a former President of the Henry County Historical Society and a member of LaGrange Christian Church. She was the daughter of the late...

David E. Woodrum

David E. Woodrum

Jan 7, 2026

David E. Woodrum, age 60 passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026. David was a heavy equipment operator for several years. He was the son of the late Arnold Edmond & Pansy (Viers) Woodrum. David enjoyed playing music, fishing, hunting and especially spending time with his grandchildren.

Survived by:

Wife: Michelle (Mahoney) Woodrum of New Castle

Daughters: Ashley Woodrum of Louisville, Brittany Holcomb of New Castle and Tiffany...

Carol Dean (Baugh) Booth

Carol Dean (Baugh) Booth

Jan 6, 2026

Carol Dean (Baugh) Booth, age 67 of Jacksonville, Florida passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026. She was a native of Henry County. Carol was a field agent with the Kentucky Dept. of Revenue. She was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Dean Baugh and mother, Alline (Raisor) Baugh. Carol loved playing cards with her friends; loved to watch her shows...

Randy D. Horine

Randy D. Horine

Jan 2, 2026

Randy D. Horine, age 58 of New Castle passed away Friday, January 2, 2026. Randy was a carpenter and a member of Oakland Baptist Church in Glencoe, KY. Randy was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy (Frazier) Horine. Randy was cremated.

Survived by:

Father: Jack Horine of Glencoe

Brother: Duane Horine (Theresa) of Sparta

Half-sister: Lisa Marie Horine of Glencoe

Randy will be buried...

Connie (Jeffries) Ramsey

Connie (Jeffries) Ramsey

Jan 1, 2026

Connie (Jeffries) Ramsey, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love and family.

Born in Eminence, Kentucky, Connie was a proud graduate of Eminence High School, Class of 1963. She was the daughter of the late Jack W. & Juanita (Casey) Jeffries.  She later worked as a legal secretary and court stenographer. Connie shared 59 devoted years of marriage with her beloved husband, James...

Lillian Marie (Davis) Smith

Lillian Marie (Davis) Smith

Dec 26, 2025

Lillian Marie (Davis) Smith, age 80 of Eminence passed away Friday, December 26, 2025. Lillian loved to sew and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was the daughter of the late Jessie & Fannie (Barnett) Davis and preceded in death by her husband, Don Smith; grandson, Joshua Smith; five sisters and four brothers. Lillian will be cremated...

Roger G. Taylor

Roger G. Taylor

Dec 24, 2025

Roger Garrett Taylor, 71, of Smithfield, Kentucky, passed away peacefully Wednesday December 24,2025 in his home. A devoted family man, trusted friend, and steady presence in the community, Roger lived a life defined by kindness, integrity, and quiet strength.

Born and raised in Henry County, Kentucky, Roger built a life grounded in hard work and a deep connection to his family’s land,...

Larry Dean Dyke

Larry Dean Dyke

Dec 23, 2025

Larry Dean Dyke, age 65 of Pleasureville passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Larry was an employee of Ford Motor Company for 26+ years. He also was a great farmer, gardener & party animal. He dearly loved spending time with his grandchildren and also loved the beach. He was a great softball player and was in many leagues most of his...

Jessica (James) Neeley

Jessica (James) Neeley

Dec 21, 2025

Jessica (James) Neeley, age 47 of New Castle passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025. Jessica was a member of the Smithfield Baptist Church. She loved her entire family with her whole heart. Jessica dearly loved her dog Bailey. She also loved her UK Wildcats & Dallas Cowboys; playing poker & roulette and visiting Myrtle Beach & Biloxi, Mississippi. Jessica was...

Mary Helen Parks

Mary Helen Parks

Dec 19, 2025

Mary Helen Parks, age 85 of Campbellsburg passed away Friday, December 19, 2025. She was a farmer and a caregiver. Mary was the late James Alonzo & Ruby Crutcher (Thomas) Parks and was preceded in death by four siblings, Peggy, Tommy, Donald & Rodney Parks. Mary was cremated.

Mary is survived by her sister, Sue Kiefer of Louisville

There will be no services...

Mary (Troxell) Bowman

Mary (Troxell) Bowman

Dec 17, 2025

Mary (Troxell) Bowman, age 90 of Eminence passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2025. Mary was a member of Henry Christian Church. She was the daughter of the late Jack & Lillie (Bates) Troxell and was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Bowman and two sons, Jack & Marvin Jay Bowman.

She is survived by a granddaughter, Sue Ellen Bowman of...

Billy Ray Purvis

Billy Ray Purvis

Dec 14, 2025

Billy Ray Purvis, age 90 of Eminence passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025. He was the owner and operator of Purvis' Tavern in Eminence for several decades, where he made the best pizza in town and served beer and lively conversation to generations of Henry Countians. Bill was a 1954 graduate of Eminence High School where he played all the sports...

Phillip W. Raisor

Phillip W. Raisor

Dec 10, 2025

Phillip Wayne Raisor, age 88 of Eminence, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Son of the late Willie Jay and Lucy (Reed) Raisor, Phillip was a member of Ballardsville Baptist Church. He was a Retired United States Army Veteran. He was a Lockmaster with the Army Corp of Engineers for many years. He was preceded in death by a...

Georgie Holcomb

Georgie Holcomb

Dec 6, 2025

Georgie Holcomb, age 77 of New Castle passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025. He was a member of the Sulphur Baptist Church and was a Correctional Officer. Georgie loved golfing, playing pool & was a UK Fan. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. Georgie was the son of the late Gayle Clayton & Margaret Lorene (Shannon) Holcomb and was...

Agnes Susan (Ricketts) Tingle

Agnes Susan (Ricketts) Tingle

Dec 2, 2025

Agnes Susan (Ricketts) Tingle, age 100 of Bedford passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025. She was a member of the Poplar Ridge Baptist Church and was a Co-Owner of Tingle Grocery in Bedford for 15 years. Agnes was a very adventurous lady and loved to quilt, play cards & enjoyed cooking. She was the daughter of the late Elias B. &...

Illene Phillips

Illene Phillips

Nov 30, 2025

Illene (Varney) Phillips, age 88 of LaGrange, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Daughter of the late Garland and Vesta (Curry) Varney. Illene was a member of Sligo Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Dearl Phillips & Kermit Phillips; daughter-in-law, Rebecca Dawn (Harlow) Phillips; twin sister, Imogene Monday; sisters, Barbara Ann Slone and Demmedo Lemaster;...

Patricia K. Bernardi

Patricia K. Bernardi

Nov 27, 2025

Patricia K. (Doll) Bernardi10/4/1938 - 11/27/2025

Aunt Pat passed on Thanksgiving Day 2025. She toiled ceaselessly on the farm, beautifying and stewarding her family home place in Turners Station, striving daily to leave a legacy of work ethic, frugality and elegance. Her last years were plagued by illness but until the very end, that was not evident by observation. She veiled...

Phillip Ellis Gunn

Phillip Ellis Gunn

Nov 25, 2025

Phillip Ellis Gunn, age 78 of Elgin, SC passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Phillip was formerly of Shelbyville, KY. He retired after 32 years of service as a Supervisor with KU/LG&E and was a very proud Navy Veteran. He loved hunting, fishing and UK Basketball. Phillip was the son of the late Joseph Ellis & Bertha (Cox) Gunn and...

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