Obituaries

GREENVILLE, KY., Ramonette Colo, 97, formerly of Greenville passed away peacefully at River Glen Assisted Living in St. Charles, IL Wednesday, January 16, 2023. Ramonette was born on September 5, 1925 in Salisbury, MO to Luberta and Raymon Lewis. In August 1947 she was married to Felix Colo in Moberly, MO. They lived in various locations in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana with his job as Superintendent with Peabody Coal Company. She enjoyed being a full-time mother, painting, traveling, and dancing with the Greenville KY Cotillion group. Ramonette supported Felix’s involvement in Scottish Rite as he received his 33rd degree and his participation in Hadi Shrine in Evansville, IN. Her love of family, humor, fun conversations, and being with friends will long be remembered. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Felix, her daughter Susan Anderson, her parents, 1 brother and 2 sisters. 

Her survivors include daughters Cheryl (Steve) Ledbetter of St. Charles and Patricia (James) Braun of Aurora, son-in-law Mike Anderson of Sullivan, IN., grandchildren Jeff (Sandra) Braun, Chad (Amy) Anderson, Stacy (Garrick) Walton, Julie (Chris) Kirkpatrick, Jennifer (Mike) Manthei, Kelly (Jeff) Odom, Joy (David) Gonzalez, Lauren Ledbetter, and Alison Ledbetter. Also, 14 great-grandchildren and sister Elaine Sanford. 

Visitation will be held Saturday, January 21, 2023 in the Baker Memorial United Methodist Church Chapel, St. Charles from 9:30 to 11:00 with a service to follow at 11:00. 

A graveside service will be held in Evergreen Cemetery, Greenville, KY, Monday, January 23, 2023. Gary’s Funeral Home Inc in Greenville, Ky is in charge of local arrangements. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in her name can be made to Glaucoma Research Foundation, Macular Degeneration Research, or Shriners Hospitals for Children.

GREENVILLE, KY., Brenton Ray Elkins, 33, of Greenville passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023 at Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital in Greenville from injuries sustained in an oil field accident. He was born in Owensboro on May 30, 1989 the son of Marvin Ray Elkins and Barbara Gail Chandler. He was of the Baptist faith and had been an oil field worker since he was 16 years old. He had been a farmer all of his life.

He was preceded in death by his father, his aunt Barbara Ann Elkins, and his grandparents Junior and Joyce Elkins and Murvin Chandler.

He is survived by his mother Barbara Gail Chandler of Greenville, a sister Crystal Elkins of Greenville, his grandmother Anna Jo Chandler of Greenville, a nephew JaKayden Lovan, a niece Ella Lanier, and several cousins.

Friends may call on Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and after 10:00 AM on Friday, January 20 until time of funeral at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville. 

Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 20, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville with Bro. J. W. Haire officiating. Burial will follow in Emberry Cemetery, Elkton KY. 

LEWISBURG, KY., Barbara Ellen Richards, 74, of Lewisburg passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville, TN. She was born in Muhlenberg County on December 5, 1948 the daughter of Shelby Lee Jones and Nettie Middleton Jones. She worked for Trane Company in Clarksville, TN for 28 years and she was a member of Hilldale Baptist Church in Clarksville. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, going to yard sales, and being outside.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband John W. Richards, a daughter Penny Ellen McGhee, 4 brothers and 5 sisters.

She is survived by 2 sons Barry (Malissa) McGhee of Lewisburg and Dan (Ashen) McGhee of Lewisburg, 2 step-sons Bobby (Betty) Richards of Cedar Hill, TN and David (Lisa) Richards of Cedar Hill, TN., 4 grandchildren Haley McGhee, Carley McGhee, Emma McGhee, and Will McGhee, 3 step-grandchildren Casey Richards, Quentin Richards, and Sarah Beth Richards, several great-grandchildren, 2 brothers C. W. (Wynona) Jones of Hopkinsville and Wayne (Carolyn) Jones of Edwardsville, IL., and 1 sister Sue Nell (Wayburn) Costello of Greenville.

Friends may call on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 from 5:00 until 8:00PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Frankie Lee Skipworth, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Greenbrier Cemetery.

GREENVILLE, KY., James Donald “Jimmy Don” Dickinson, 83, of Greenville passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at his residence. He was born in Greenville on May 3, 1939 the son of James Walter Dickinson and Carrie Artenus “Teenie” Wagoner Dickinson. He retired from Hopkins County Coal Company in 2003 after 37 years and worked for Gary’s Funeral Home since 2000. He was a member of Pond River Masonic Lodge #244, a member of the American Legion #61, and an honorary member of the VFW #5478. He was a member of Greenville First Baptist Church and a Kentucky Colonel and an avid UK basketball fan. He was known for his story telling and enjoyed breakfast every Sunday morning with his friends. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.    

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jeff Dickinson.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years Beverly Dickinson of Greenville, a daughter Cammie (Scott) McIntosh of Greenville, a son Jason (Lori) Dickinson of Powderly, 3 grandchildren Presley (Trent Logan) McIntosh, Jacob Dickinson, and Justin Dickinson, sister-in-law Sue Dickinson of Greenville, and brother-in-law Jerry (Patty) Kennedy of Powderly.

Visitation will be on Sunday, January 15, 2023 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM with Masonic Services performed at 7:00 PM, and on Monday, January 16 from 9:00 AM until time of service at Gary’s Funeral Home. 

Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 16, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY with Rev. Tom Stovall officiating assisted by Rev. George Thompson. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville. 

GREENVILLE, KY., Betty Faye Adams, 84, of Greenville passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital surrounded by her family. Mrs. Adams was born in Greenville on February 2, 1938 to Fred and Flora Crick Moore. She retired from Audubon Area Head Start after 19 years of loving and teaching hundreds of children, many of whom she reconnected with on Facebook years later. Her greatest joys in life were her kids, grandkids, her dog Dusty, and talking on the phone with her church friends. Betty was a member of Roland Memorial Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Elmer Adams, sisters Nona Mae Ford and Louise Underwood, brother Rufus Moore, and her great-granddaughter Summer Nell Bratcher.

She is survived by her son Alvin (Donna Coakley) Adams of Sacramento, her daughter Tami (Wayne) Hardison of Greenville, 2 granddaughters Megan (Jessy Bratcher) Vincent and Macy (Nathan Tabor) Vincent, 1 grandson Ethan Edwards, 2 great grandchildren Maxton Tabor and Eliana Bratcher, numerous nieces, nephews, and dear friends who were like family.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 from 10:00 AM until time of service at Gary’s 

Funeral Home in Greenville, KY.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville officiated by Rev. Danny Mooneyhan. Burial will follow in Carter Creek Cemetery in Greenville. 

Greenville, KY., Darryl Wade “Big Dog” McIntosh, 63, of Greenville passed away on January 5, 2023 at Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital in Greenville. He was born on October 24, 1959 in Greenville the son of the late Freeman McIntosh and Ruby Nell Sears McIntosh. He was a substance abuse counselor for 35 years and he loved people and his family. 

He enjoyed playing keyboard, and his piano playing touched many people, as he played for churches and at home.

He is survived by his wife of 37 years Gail McIntosh, 2 sons Doug Nantz and Tommy (Barbara) Nantz, 1 daughter Melissa (Darren) Webster, 5 grandsons Bailey Morris, Zach Morris, Tristen Nantz, Dylan Nantz, and Caden Nantz, 2 great grandsons Wyatt and Kieran, 1 great granddaughter Everly, 1 brother Jeff (Christy) McIntosh, and 1 nephew Brandon McIntosh.

There will be no visitation.

Services will be private. Gary’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

GREENVILLE, KY., Donna Mae Simmons, 81, of Greenville passed away on December 31, 2022 at Wellington Parc Health in Owensboro. She was born in Breckinridge County on November 14, 1941 the daughter of Amiel and Lorean Phillips. She was a member of Roland Memorial Baptist Church and loved singing in the choir. She and her husband the late Norvill Simmons were married for 56 years. She was the co-owner of Donna and Linda’s Boutique and retired from the Greenville City Clerk’s office. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her brother Dan Phillips, and her sister Wilma Richerson.

She is survived by her children David (Tracy) Simmons of Chapel Hill, TN., Larry (Vickie) Simmons of Greenville, Penny Simmons of Greenville, 3 grandsons Drew (Kristen) Simmons, Nathan (Taylor) Simmons, Dylan Simmons, 3 great grandsons Finn Simmons, Baby Boy Simmons due spring 2023, and Conner Simmons, 2 brothers George (Jeanne) Phillips of Fordsville, Mike Phillips of Greenville, sister-in-law Nancy (Bob) Wilson of Hartford, several nieces and nephews, special caregivers Joyce Thompson, Tracey Martino, Jenny Browning, and Linda McCormick.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 4, 2022 after 11:00 until time of service at Gary’s 

Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 4, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville officiated by Bro. Carl Nelson assisted by Bro. Danny Mooneyhan. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville.  

CENTRAL CITY, KY., Steven Bolton, 65, of Central City passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital in Greenville. He was born in Greenville, KY on March 26, 1957 the son of the late Hubert Bolton and Lucille Sallee Bolton. He worked for many years at Central City Produce and had attended Living Word Church.

He is survived by 1 daughter Kimberly (Benjamin) Duvall of Sacramento, 5 grandchildren, 2 sisters Dorothy Snider of Okeechobee, FL and Maybell Stallings of Owensboro, 1 half-brother J.P. (Mary) Vincent of Murray.

There will be no visitation.

Services will be private. 

Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville is in charge of arrangements.

MADISONVILLE, KY., Carl Junior Jones, 78, of Madisonville passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at his residence. He was born in Muhlenberg County on August 14, 1944 the son of the late Rhea Jones and Ethel Rhoads Jones. In Carl’s younger years he loved deer and turkey hunting. He loved watching old westerns, and his favorite show was Gunsmoke. He loved spending time on the river with his brother, nieces, and nephews. He loved pulling jokes on his family by waking them up in the middle of the night after working a long shift at the steel mill. He has left us with funny stories that will be passed down for years to come things we will never forget. Carl worked as a steel mill worker from 1976 - 1997 when he retired and returned home to Kentucky where he was raised. He will be very missed by all our family until we meet him again. 

He was preceded in death by 2 brothers Harold Jones and Harlan Jones and a sister Dorothy Jones Gossett. 

He is survived by his only brother Jerry W. Jones, a sister-in-law Doris Jackson Jones.

He never married or had children but was blessed with an abundance of nieces and nephews Jerriann (Jones) and Arlie Griffin, Danny Jones, Terry and Leah (Greer) Jones, Mike and Nancy Jones, Connie (Jones) and Rick Brewster, Steve Gossett, Eric Gossett, Rick and Debbie (Morton) Gossett, many more great nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be on Saturday, December 31, 2022 at Gary’s Funeral Home from 11:00 until time of funeral.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 31, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville conducted by Rev. Curtis McGehee. Burial will follow in Old Bethel Cemetery.

Greenville, KY., Jane Skipworth, 82, of Greenville passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2022 in Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. She was born on November 5, 1940 in Muhlenberg County the daughter of Shelby Lee Jones and Nettie Middleton Jones. She was a housewife and homemaker and a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a member of Joines Chapel General Baptist Church and Todd County Gideon Camp Auxiliary. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, 4 brothers Lyndell C. Jones, Clifton Jones, Brank Jones, and Freddie Leon Jones, 4 sisters Margaret McIntosh, Lee Pickering, Willodean Brooks, and Ethylene Jones. 

She is survived by her husband of 63 years Frankie Lee Skipworth, Sr. of Greenville, a daughter Patty Skipworth of Clifty, 2 sons Timmy (Kim) Skipworth, Sr. of Weir and Frankie Lee (Misty) Skipworth. Jr. of Morgantown 10 grandchildren Mark (Mary) Skipworth, Jenny (Jeremy) Heltsley, Allie (Josh) Daughtery, Jacob (Kadi) Skipworth, Timmy (Sam) Skipworth Jr., Cara (Ty) McDaniel, Emily Skipworth, Tyler Skipworth, Harmony Skipworth, and Anthony Skipworth, 1 foster grandchild Christian Embry, 9 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, 2 brothers C.W. (Wynona) Jones of Hopkinsville, and Wayne (Carolyn) Jones of Edwardsville, IL., 2 sisters Sue Nell (Wayburn) Costello of Greenville and Barbara Richards of Clifty.

Visitation will be Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and on Thursday, December 29, 2022 from 9:00 AM until time of service at Joines Chapel General Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 29, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Joines Chapel General Baptist Church in Muhlenberg County conducted by Bro. Frankie Lee Skipworth, Jr. assisted by Bro. Jeremy Wagoner. Burial will follow in Greenbrier Church Cemetery in Greenville, KY. Gary’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

GREENVILLE, KY., Doris Jane Cartmill Phillips, 81, of Greenville passed away on December 14, 2022 at Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital in Greenville. She was born in Hart County near Munfordville, KY on November 18, 1941 the daughter of Levi Adair Cartmill and Lucy Emma Franklin Cartmill. She was a case manager for Human Resources in Muhlenberg County. She had many friends and family, was in the DAR, and researched her own family history back through the Revolutionary War. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband William Scott Phillips.

She is survived by a son Scott Phillips of Greenville, a daughter Kim (Michael) Mayhall of Longview, TX., 5 grandchildren Kayleigh (Kevin) O’Connor, Jacob (Justine) Mayhall, Ashlyn (Chris) Hayes, Brendon (Holly) Mayhall, and Azura Mayhall, 3 great grandchildren Riley Hayes, Trystn Mayhall, and Finn O’Connor, a brother Robert Adair (Sarah) Cartmill of Winder, GA.

Graveside services in Brier Creek Cemetery in Bremen, KY will be at a later date. Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

GREENVILLE, KY., Deborah “Debby” K. Boren, 68, of Greenville passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at Atrium Hospice House in Monroe, North Carolina. She was born in Louisville, KY on December 20, 1953 the daughter of Ernest Thomas Jackson and Anita Webb Jackson. She was a telephone pole lineman for Bell South, a championship soccer coach, a Cub Scout leader, retiree from the bus garage, and a Harley rider. She was always up for a game of Bingo, and she loved her dog Nila. Mrs. Boren was a member of Mercy Hill Church. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Stephen James Boren. 

She is survived by 3 sons Joseph G. “Joey” (Susan) Dotson of Myrtle Beach, SC., Daniel Thomas (Casey) Boren of Bowling Green, and James Keith Boren of Northwest, AK., 1 daughter Stacy Rhea (John) Boren-Brackett of Greenville, 9 grandchildren Caisey Joelle (Benjamin “Ben”) Hutto, Bradley Dotson, Addison Dotson, Damian (Emily) Dotson, John-Michael Boren, Jace Boren, Ashley (Blake) Smith, Dakota Gregory, and Graci Gregory, 2 great grandchildren Chrislyn Gregory and Camreigh Browning, 2 sisters Linda Grue and Karen (William “Bill”) Barnett, 1 brother James “Jimmy” (Diane) Foster.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Friday, December 16, 2022 at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY conducted by Rev. Joshua McFarland. Burial will follow in Green’s Chapel Cemetery in Greenville.

PEMBROKE, KY., Belinda Faye Meacham, 58, of Pembroke passed away on December 14, 2022 at Christian Heights Nursing and Rehabitlitaation in Pembroke. She was born on December 20, 1963 the daughter of the late William “Bill” Moertl and Martha Ann Doss Moertl. She was a CNA working at many local nursing homes. She was of the Baptist faith.

She is survived by her mother Martha Ann Doss Moertl of Greenville, 1 daughter Shannon (Austin) Wyatt of Hopkinsville, 1 son Keith (Cagney) Meacham of Pembroke, 4 grandchildren, 2 brothers William Moertl III of Greenville, and Christopher Moertl of Greenville.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 18, 2022 from 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY.

Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Johnson’s Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery in Christian County.

DRAKESBORO, KY., Virdie Marie Wells, 94, of Drakesboro passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at her home after a short illness. She was born in Muhlenberg County on January 11, 1928, the daughter of Jessie Mayes and Mossie Joines Mayes. She was a housewife and a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening and caring for her children and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, 1 son Johnny Wells Jr., 4 daughters Louise Paige, Josephine Hope, Ruby Jean Wells, and Kathryn Juanita Wells, 4 brothers Henry Mayes, Jay Mayes, Georgie Mayes, and Frankie Mayes, and 1 sister Becky Colonial. 

She is survived by three daughters Marie “Cotton” Wells of Drakesboro, Linda (Jerry) Boggess of Bremen, Krystal (Michael) Music of Drakesboro, 11 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, 2 sisters Barbara Stanley of Paducah and Magdalene Curtis of Gary, IN.

Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Saturday, December 10, 2022 and on Sunday, December 11, 2022  from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY with Rev. Curtis McGhee officiating. Burial will follow in Ebenezer Church Cemetery.

OWENSBORO, KY., Wayne Taylor Shelton, 83, of Owensboro passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Heartford House in Owensboro. He was born in Greenville, KY on October 13, 1939, the son of Finis Oliver Shelton and Nellie Taylor Shelton. He was a maintenance foreman and retired from Commonwealth Aluminum in 1991 after 25 years. He loved to fish and restore old cars. He was an accomplished guitar player and was a member of the Thumbpickers’ Hall of Fame. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and 9 brothers and sisters.

He is survived by 2 sons Tony (Dessie) Shelton of Lewisport, Terry Wayne Shelton of Fordsville, 1 daughter Linda Talley of Nashville, TN., 5 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter. 

Visitation will be on Monday, December 12, 2022 from 10:00 AM until time of funeral at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 12, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Tom Stovall officiating. Burial will follow in Friendship Cemetery in Greenville.

GREENVILLE, KY., Hilda Dean Hale, 84, of Greenville passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022 at Maple Health and Rehabilitation in Greenville. She was born in Muhlenberg County on November 14, 1938 the daughter of Cecil Wright and Anna Spears Wright. She and her husband founded J & H Tasty Bakery in Greenville in 1982 and owned it for 35 years. She was a member of Luzerne General Baptist Church and was the oldest living member. She loved her church, served there as secretary-treasurer for 40 years and sang in the church choir. As a member of the Wright Family, she participated in making several recordings. 

Mrs. Hale was preceded in death by her parents, a sister Edith Lyons, and 2 brothers Donald Wright and Jerry Wright.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years Jerry Joe Hale of Greenville, 1 daughter Susan Hale of Greenville, 2 sons Alan (Jenni) Hale of Greenville and Timothy (Malinda) Hale of Central City, 8 grandchildren Jessy (Adam Lamb) Blanchard, Kristin Katze, Austin Hale, Addie Jo Hale, Bailee (Josh) Scott, Macey Hale, Carter Hale, and Courtney Hale, 1 great-granddaughter Keira Hale, 1 brother Roger (Becky) Wright of Greenville, 2 sisters Carolyn (Ralph) Merrow of Rockport, Pat Bullock of Fairfield, OH.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2022 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Luzerne General Baptist Church in Greenville and from 9:00 AM until time of service on Thursday, December 1.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Luzerne General Baptist Church in Greenville, KY with Rev. Joe Pharis officiating. Burial will follow in Luzerne Cemetery. Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville is in charge of arrangements. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at 225 North Michigan Ave. Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or online at Alzheimer’s Association.com. Envelopes will be available at the church. 

Greenville, KY., Calvin Ray Reeves 97, of Greenville passed away on Friday November 25, 2022 at the Western Kentucky Veterans Center in Hanson. He was born in Muhlenberg County on June 22, 1925, the son of Charles Roscoe Reeves and Ruth Browning Reeves. He was a member of Vernal Grove Baptist Church. He was a school bus driver for the Muhlenberg County Board of Education and was a farmer all of his life.

He was an Army veteran serving in World War II.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a son Jimmy Reeves, a daughter Wanda O’Neal, a brother Roscoe Reeves, and 3 sisters Anna Bell Majors, Immogene Maggard, and Eva Mae Reeves.

He is survived by a daughter Doris (Ray) Scott of Greenville, 2 sons Joe (Sue) Reeves of Beulah and Marion “Peanut” (Susan) Reeves of Hanson, 6 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, November 30, 2022 from 10:00 AM until time of service at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Barry Noe officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in Vernal Grove Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Calvin’s funeral expenses. 

GREENVILLE, KY., Beverly Wayne “Buddy” Johnson, 85, of Greenville passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022 at Maple Health and Rehabilitation. He was born in Muhlenberg County on September 26, 1937 the son of Winfield Scott Johnson and Evelyn Fitzhugh Johnson. He was an Army veteran and was a member of Carter Creek Missionary Baptist Church. He retired from TVA as a machinist in 2001. He was a UK basketball fan, a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Charlesann Johnson.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years Beverly Ann Johnson of Greenville, 2 daughters Sheryl (Alan) Turpen of Florence, AL and Shannon (Jeff) Grundy of Greenville, 3 grandchildren Allyson Farris, Benjamin (Liz) Turpen, and Karsyn Grundy, 1 great-granddaughter Isla Ruth Farris, 1 brother Mike (Rita) Johnson of Central City.

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 25, 2022 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville and after 9:00 AM on Saturday until time of funeral. 

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. John Day officiating assisted by Rev. Kerry Vincent. Burial will follow in Carter Creek Cemetery in Greenville, KY.