Obituaries

GREENVILLE, KY., Shirley Ann Strong, 83, of Greenville passed away on Friday, July 15, 2022 at Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital following multiple health complications.  Ms. Strong was born on August 8, 1938, in Muhlenberg County. She grew up learning to do her share of work on a small family farm on 181 South of Greenville. Shirley and her family attended Woodland Baptist Church near their home. Her years of employment included working at Cowden Manufacturing Company and as a self-employed CNA private caretaker. She also started an independently owned taxi service in Greenville known as Rolling Wheels Taxi.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents George W. and Mabel Clara (Jenkins) Strong, sisters Thelma Whitford and Jean Morath, and brother George m. Strong.

She is survived by 3 children Roger (Debbie) McGehee of Surgoinsville, TN., Sandy (Keith) Jennings of Greenville, and Keith (Sandy Heeder) Jasinski of Greenville, 4 grandchildren Jeff and Jeremy McGehee, Jennifer Bowles, and Tim Ellis, 7 great grandchildren Jacob and Julli Bowles, Kayla and Chase Ellis, Speed and Joseph McGehee, and Olivia Walker, special great-great grandson Wyatt Bowles, several nieces and nephews.

There will be no visitation.

Graveside services will be held on Monday, July 18, 2022 at 10:00 AM at Carter Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with Bro. Curtis McGehee and Bro. Paul Moore officiating. Gary’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

GREENVILLE, KY., Dale Ream Lovell, 80, of Greenville passed peacefully on July 7, 2022. He was a farmer, rancher, husband, father, and Pop. He was the third of five children born to Bill and Gertie Lovell on May 18, 1942 in Morganfield, KY. At the age of 16 he worked the family farm when his father passed away unexpectedly. Dale graduated from Morganfield High School in 1960 as the President and Valedictorian of his class. He continued his education at the University of Kentucky where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education and a Master of Science in Reproductive Physiology. Realizing his vast knowledge of agriculture and passion for research and results, he was hired by UK in 1965 as their Beef Herdsman and Professor of Beef Science and Reproductive Physiology. In 1972 he married the love of his life, Karen (Mullins), and together they raised a family of which Pop considered his highest and proudest accomplishment and loved without parallel. Pop worked for UK for 12 years and in 1977 moved to Muhlenberg County to manage Long Creek Farm, primarily producing beef cattle and tobacco. He also raised and trained American Quarter Horses. The horses Pop started were a reflection of the man himself, quiet, intelligent, and ready to work. In 1989 he served as the President of the KY Cattlemen’s Association and as a trustee on the National Livestock and Meat Board from 1986 to 1990. Upon his “retirement” he and Karen purchased their own piece of paradise, Twin Falls Farm, where Pop ran sheep, grew sweet corn and strawberries, and some of the best alfalfa hay in the state (his grandkids have the blue ribbons to prove it). While his knowledge and consult were often requested from fellow farmers throughout the agriculture community, Pop never sought recognition or compensation for his efforts. Nonetheless, friends and neighbors were often stopping by with gifts of appreciation in the form of produce or baked goods or a mess of fresh fish. He was a master of observation, and he marveled at God’s everyday miracles. This was apparent every time Pop delivered a prayer before a meal. His words often landing more like a story of gratitude than a request for anything more than the health of his family and country.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister Jane Pfingston and a brother Larry Lovell.

Survivors also include his sister Brenda (Gary) Stenger of Morganfield, his brother Hoppy (Kathy) Lovell of Glasgow, and mother-in-law Margaret Mullins of Jamestown. 

Their 4 children and 12 grandchildren include Luke (wife Rosi - Maddie, Hank, Baalu, Henry, and Charlie) of Beechmont, Nathan (wife Shelley - Mason and Audrey) of Greenville, Hannah (husband Greg Clifton - Libby and Jack) of Morganfield, and Justin (wife Kristen - Annika, Adreonna, and Sawyer) of LaFontaine.

A memorial service (open to all friends of the family) Celebrating a Life Well Lived will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 6:00 pm at Rosewood Farms 295 Gene Jones Road, Greenville, KY.

Visitation will begin at 5:00 pm until the service time on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at the farm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program, 719 Dolan Lane, Lexington, KY 40511 OR Kentucky Cattlemen’s Foundation Youth Scholarship, 176 Pasadena Dr., Lexington, KY 40503.  Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville is in charge of arrangements. 

GREENVILLE, KY., Carroll Ress Wheeler, 86, of Greenville passed away peacefully on July 7, 2022 at his home in Greenville, KY. Born September 13, 1935 in Muhlenberg County, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather. He was a member of the Armed Forces (Army), and a coal miner as a surveyor with Peabody Coal Company. He loved fishing, gardening, wood-working, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a loyal University of Kentucky Wildcat fan and was a member of the United Methodist Church in Greenville, KY.

He is preceded in death by his parents O. J. Sr., and Dimple Wheeler, 2 brothers Oscar and C.T. Wheeler, and 1 sister Wanda Shearer.

Survivors include his wife Joyce of 62 years, 4 children Carol Ann (Charleston) Farber of Naples, Florida, Tammie (George) Mc Cauley of Central City, Terry (Peggy) Wheeler of Hodgenville, Perry Lee (Melissa) Wheeler of Franklin, 7 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 7 step-great-grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be July 10, 2022 from 5pm to 8pm. at the funeral home. 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, July 11, 2022 at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY with Rev. Charleston Farber and Rev. Jeremy Wagoner officiating.  Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. 

GREENVILLE, KY., Daniel Woodburn Vincent, 78, of Greenville passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at Baptist Health Deaconess Hospital in Madisonville, KY. He was born in Graham, KY on July 12, 1943 the son of Clyde Vincent and Evelyn Ragan Vincent. He was a member of Powers Chapel General Baptist Church in Bremen, KY. After 32 years in the grocery industry, he retired from Houchens Foods.

Mr. Vincent was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Betty, and a son Gary Vincent.

He is survived by 2 sons Terry (Melissa) Vincent, Kerry (Jeanette) Vincent, 5 grandchildren Thomas (Ashton) Vincent, Kerra (Dane) Haslett, Magan (Nate Lear) Vincent, Ashley Legate, Dustin Vincent, 5 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be on Sunday, July 10, 2022 from 2:00 PM until time of funeral at Powers Chapel General Baptist Church in Bremen.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, July 10, 2022 at 4:00 PM at Powers Chapel General Baptist Church in Bremen, KY, conducted by Bro. Kerry Vincent. Burial will follow in Luzerne General Baptist Church Cemetery in Greenville.

MACON, GA., Rena Moore Vincent, 98, of Macon, GA passed away on Monday, August 15, 2022 at her residence. She was born in Graham on March 29, 1924 the daughter of Goebel Moore and Lillie Rose Moore. She was a housewife and a homemaker. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Sgt. Maj. William (Bill) F. Vincent, a son Mike Vincent, and a sister Bonnie Tarrants.

She is survived by a daughter Cindy Kent of Macon, GA., 2 grandchildren Denny Kent and Sarena Kent,2 great grandchildren Cody Davis and Slade Whittle, 2 great-great grandchildren Ameria Davis and Elianah Davis. 

Visitation will be on Thursday, August 18, 2022 at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville from 10:00 AM until time of funeral.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 18, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY with Rev. James Garland officiating. Burial will follow in New Cypress Cemetery in Greenville.

GREENVILLE, KY., Nevaline Johnson, 90, of Greenville passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022 at Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital in Greenville. She was born on May 14,1932 in Muhlenberg County, the daughter of Ray McIntosh and Lydia Crick McIntosh. She was a housewife and a homemaker and was a member of Lone Star General Baptist Church.

Ms. Johnson was preceded in death by her parents, her husband L. A. Johnson of 62 years in 2010, a granddaughter Erika Crim, a great grandson Christian Jeffries, and a brother Gerald McIntosh.

She is survived by 2 daughters Judy Watts of Greenville, Debbie (Mark) Haliday of Central City, 4 sons Danny (Lana Beth) Johnson of Greenville, Gary (Donna) Johnson of Owensboro, Donnie (Cindy) Johnson of Greenville, Tony Johnson of Powderly, 15 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren, 5 brothers Euvia McIntosh of Greenville, Eual (Linda) McIntosh of Benton, Thelbert (Joann) McIntosh of Seymore, IN., David McIntosh of White Plains, Darrell (Anita) McIntosh of Greenville, and 1 sister Kathlene Willis of Greenville.

Visitation will be on Friday, July 8, 2022 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and on Saturday, July 9 from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY with Rev. Ruby Rickard officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville, KY.

GREENVILLE, KY., William W. Kemp, Sr., 93, of Greenville passed away on Friday, June 24, 2022 at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Greenville, KY. He was born on January 20, 1929 in Gary, IN. the son of Rudolph Kemp and Hilda McBride Kemp. He was a strong Christian and was a member of Lead Hill United Methodist Church. He was the Master of Griffith Masonic Lodge and also of Pond River Lodge.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a son William W. Kemp, Jr.

Mr. Kemp is survived by his wife of 45 years Jean Boggess Kemp, 2 daughters Susan Kemp and Cheryl Romanak, son Tom (Cheryl) Kemp, 9 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and daughter-in-law Marsha Kemp.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at Gary’s Funeral Home from 10:00 AM until time of Masonic Service at 12:30 PM.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY with Masonic Services conducted at 12:30 PM. Services will be conducted by Rev. Steve Latham and burial will follow at Cherry Grove Cemetery in Weir.

GREENVILLE, KY., Barry Lynn Rolley, 67, of Greenville passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at his residence. He was born September 1, 1954 in Muhlenberg County the son of the late Nevil Gene Rolley and Ruby Nell Martin Rolley. He was a member of Corley Chapel General Baptist Church and he had worked at the Muhlenberg County Opportunity Center in Greenville.

He is survived by his sister Vicki Rolley of Greenville, brother Doug Rolley of Greenville.

Visitation will be private.

Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 PM Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Lee Family Cemetery, 189 South, Greenville, KY by Bro. Daxton Lear. Gary's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

GREENVILLE, KY., Bro. James Roy Lear, 73, of Greenville passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Greenville, KY. He was born in Todd County, KY on November 10, 1948 the son of Richard Lear and Gracie Ann Mayes Lear. He was a farmer all his life and was a preacher for over 40 years. He was a member of Trinity General Baptist Church in Tyewhoppety, KY.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Linda Knight.

He is survived by his sister Thelma Marie Slaughter of Clifty, several nieces and nephews.

Visitation for family and friends will be on June 17, 2022 at Freedom General Baptist Church from 10:00 AM until time of service at 2:00 PM.

Funeral services will be held at Freedom General Baptist Church in Greenville, KY on Friday, June 17 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Tony Blake officiating assisted by Rev. Anthony Knight. Burial will follow at Lear Cemetery in Clifty, KY.

GREENVILLE, KY., Mary Carolyn Hill, 81, of Greenville passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2022 at Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital in Greenville. She was born in Muhlenberg County on March 16, 1941 the daughter of Norman Tyson and Sybil Wells Tyson. Mary was of the Missionary Baptist faith and a member of the Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. She had worked for the Muhlenberg County Board of Education as a Kindergarten aide and an aide at the Board of Education office. Mary was truly a generous, kind, and loving woman who enjoyed cooking and baking special cakes for her many friends and family. She loved tending her many beautiful flowers and plants. During the past few years, her heart’s joy came from family gatherings on holidays and from watching her great and great-great grandchildren grow.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Doris Ann Tyson.

Mary is survived by her loving husband of 64 years James Warren Hill of Greenville, 2 sons James ‘Kenny’ Hill of Greenville and John ‘Craig’ Hill of Greenville, 3 grandchildren Jessica Garrett (Corey Gregory), Ashley (Lucas) Stovall, and Wendy Hill, 7 great grandchildren Alex Sorrels, Chloe Goins, Cooper Garrett, Madison, Makayla, Hadley Stovall, and Danton Rolley, 1 great-great grandchild Bentlee Sorrels, sister Brenda Sue Richardson, nephew Richard ‘Richie’ Latham, numerous other nieces and nephews.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Thursday, June 9, 2022 from 10:00 AM until time of service at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville officiated by Rev. John Day of Carter Creek Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville.

GREENVILLE, KY., Brother Terry Lynn Groves, 76, of Greenville went on to be with the Lord on Monday, May 30, 2022 in his home in Greenville. He was surrounded by his loved ones, as he was in life. He was born in Graham on January 23, 1946. He was a beloved Dad, Papaw, Great-Papaw, husband, and friend. Brother Terry was grateful to be a faithful servant of God, and pastored in the community for 42 years. A Vietnam veteran, he and his wife of 55 years Connie traveled the world before coming home to Greenville with their three children Teresa (Troy McGehee), Jenni, and Terry Jr. (Teresa Gail).

He was preceded in death by his parents Waverly and Avanell Groves, his 3 sisters Barbara, Frainkie, and Bonnie, his brother Lloyd.

He cherished, and was cherished by, his family and his dog Peanut. He had 5 grandchildren  Jordan (Shari Ford), Courtney, Caitlynn, MacKensie (Vince Vincent), and Seth,4 great grandchildren Tanius, Cooper, Tobi, and Blakely.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Friday, June 3, 2022 from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, June 3, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY officiated by Rev. Autry Moore.  Burial will follow in Graham Hill Cemetery in Graham, KY.

BOWLING GREEN, KY., Darriel Fay Bivins, 81, of Bowling Green, formerly of Greenville passed away on Friday, May 27, 2022 at the Bowling Green Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bowling Green. He was born in Greenville on August 16, 1940 the son of Alvin Bivins and Lula Marie Dukes Bivins. He was a farmer all of his life, and he was a member of Landmark Assembly of God Church. He was the best dad and pappy to his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his son Jeffery Lynn Bivins, and 3 brothers Freddy Bivins, Donald Bivins, and Paul Ray Bivins.

He is survived by 3 children Brian (Lisa) Bivins of Greenville, Sherry (Ward) Moran of Bowling Green, and Shelia Bivins of Central City, 12 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 1 brother Glendel Bivins of Greenville, 3 sisters Lucille Willis of Greenville, Louise Morris of Greenville, and Linda Shelton of Elkton.

Friends may call after 11:00 AM until time of funeral at 1:00 PM on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville with Bro. Todd Bivins officiating. The private burial will be in Landmark Assembly of God Cemetery in Greenville. 

GREENVILLE, KY., Dianna Lee Tinkle, 81, of Greenville passed away Saturday night, May 21, 2022 at 10:30 pm in the Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital following several months illness. Dianna was born on October 12, 1940 in Providence the daughter of Reverend Carroll Yarbrough and Mary Leslie Glore Yarbrough. She was a housewife, homemaker and member of Duvall’s Chapel General Baptist Church. Dianna was a wonderful Mamaw who loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed genealogy, crocheting and spending time on her front porch visiting with family and friends.  

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 56 years William Howard Tinkle, 1 brother Richard Yarbrough and 1 sister Jenny Rowe.

She is survived by 2 daughters Penny Lynn (Steve) Jarvis of Central City and Melissa Ann (Mark) Calloway of Central City, 4 grandchildren Tyler Duane (Courtney) Dukes, Courtney Danielle (Jason) Vincent, Terressa Megan (Clay) Fleming, and Whitney Morgan (Zach) Knight, 8 great grandchildren Cannon Gage Dukes, Teegan Grace Fleming, Everett Creek Vincent, Raylee Kate Dukes, Bridge Coy Vincent, Taylen Hope Fleming, Axton Clark Fleming, and William Charles Knight, 1 brother Reverend Curtis (Pauletta) Yarbrough of Madisonville, 1 sister Linda (Mike) Simpkins of Greenville, several nieces and nephews

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 11:00 am from Gary’s Funeral Home by Reverend Larry Shadowen and Reverend J.W. Haire. Committal services will follow in White Oak Cemetery in Clay, KY at 1:30 pm. 

Dorothy Nell Dukes, 90, of Greenville passed away on Friday, May 20, 2022 at her daughter’s home, Georgia Nell, who lovingly cared for her in her final years at Bloomington, IN. Dorothy was born on December 3, 1931 in Muhlenberg County to Elgin McAfee Oates and Flora Belle Bethel Oates. She was a member of Lone Star General Baptist Church. Dorothy worked hard on the farm while raising 7 children. In her later years she enjoyed a canoeing trip with the whole family on the Current River at the age of 53 and went parasailing at the age of 83.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband George Warren Dukes, a daughter Beverly Ann Dukes, and a son-in-law Dean Dragoo.

She is survived by 5 daughters Wanda (Leslie) Harper, Brenda (Donnie) Pendley, Carolyn “Jeanie” Dragoo, Teresa (Steve) Graham, and Georgia Nell (Howard) James, 1 son Wallace Dukes, 1 son-in-law Royce Dukes, 2 sisters Bernice Wagoner and Marianna McGhee, 16 grandchildren Jacqueline Harper Morel, Alison Harper Duthie, Michael Pendley, Brad Pendley, Marinda Dukes Duvall, Anthony Dukes, Monica Dukes Lovell, Erica Dragoo Dukes, Jennifer Dragoo Miller, Rodney Dukes, Curt Dukes, Laura Graham Schembri, Adam Graham, Jessica Graham, Christian James, and Madison James, 22 great grandchildren, and 3 great, great grandchildren.

Visitation will be on Monday, May 23, 2022 from 9:30 AM until 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY.

A celebration of her life will be held at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY on Monday, May 23, 2022 at 1:00 PM. Burial will follow at Cherry Grove Cemetery conducted by Rev. Royce Dukes.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts be made to Cherry Grove Cemetery Fund c/o Kevin L. Bandy, 6141 St.Rt. 171, Greenville, KY 42345 or Lone Star General Baptist Church c/o Lone Star, 325 e. Main Cross, Greenville, KY 42345.

GREENVILLE, KY., Eunice Lile Hardison, 91, of Greenville passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at Maple Health and Rehabilitation in Greenville, KY. She was born in Muhlenberg County on March 29, 1931, the daughter of William Lile and Shady Putty Lile. She was a long-time resident of Greenville and for the last several years she had resided at Maple Health and Rehabilitation.  She had been a teller at First State Bank in Greenville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Gilbert “Junior” Hardison, Jr., 2 brothers Elmer and Eldridge Lile, 2 sisters Bernie Spurlin and Della Ruth Skaggs.

Mrs. Hardison is survived by several nieces and nephews.

Visitation for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY.

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Lone Star Cemetery in Greenville with Rev. Ricky Peterson officiating. Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville is in charge of arrangements.

GREENVILLE, KY., Sarah Wigginton Loughran, 81, of Greenville passed away on September 12, 2022 at The Heartford House in Owensboro KY. She was born in Owensboro on August 8, 1941 the daughter of the late William J. Wigginton and Elizabeth R. Wigginton. She was a long-time educator and began her teaching career at Longfellow Elementary in Owensboro. She would go on to retire after 30 years of teaching. Most notably, Mrs. Loughran taught third grade at Greenville Elementary School. Sarah’s life took her on an extraordinary journey. A proud 1959 graduate of Owensboro Senior High School, she attended Transylvania University. Here, she pledged Delta Delta Delta sorority. Family obligations brought Sarah home and she completed her Bachelor’s Degree at Kentucky Wesleyan College. Sarah completed her graduate work in education at Western Kentucky University. An active member of the community, Sarah was involved in the Greenville Woman’s Club, and she served on the Greenville City Council, Park Board, and Library Board. Sarah’s faith was especially important to her. She was a long-standing member of First Baptist Church and loved her Bible study groups. She loved to read, travel, sew, scrap-book, and to spend time with her ever-faithful Beagle companion “Joy”. She was a talented artist.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years Bobby G. Loughran.

She is survived by her daughter Elizabeth (Randy) Partin of Prospect, her son Robert Loughran of Owensboro, 2 grandchildren Alexandria and Isabella Partin, a sister Susan W. Woodword of Marietta, GA.

Visitation will be on Thursday, September 15, 2022 from 10AM until 1:30PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 2PM at Evergreen Cemetery in Greenville, KY with Rev. John Galyen officiating. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to The Heartford House in Owensboro or the Muhlenberg County Humane Society.

GREENVILLE, KY., Jimmy Ray Woodruff, 86, of Greenville passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022, at his residence. He was born in the Cherry Hill Community, on February 10, 1936, the son of Robert Rowan Woodruff and Maggie Ann Winters Woodruff. He worked as an Inspector for the Kentucky Department of Transportation and retired in 1991 after 32 years. He was a member of New Paradise Baptist Church and he loved going to the Flea Market, growing the best tomatoes in Muhlenberg County. He also loved his Yorkies.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Robert Neal Woodruff, and his nephews Stephen Woodruff and Michael Sullivan.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years Opal Harper Woodruff of Greenville, 1 son James (Jennie) Woodruff of Greenville, 1 daughter Kim (Tony) Amos of Pleasant View, TN., 3 grandsons Dustin James Ray Amos, Brandon Thomas Amos, and Jordan Taylor Fulkerson, 1 brother Mike (Sharon) Woodruff of Yorktown, IN., 1 sister Pat (Ozzie) Sullivan of Luzerne, several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call after 10:00 AM until time of funeral at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 1:00 PM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville, KY conducted by Rev. Tim Adcock assisted by Rev. Roger Heltsley. Burial will be private at Rose Hill Cemetery in Central City, KY.

GREENVILLE, KY., Charles M. Courtney, 85, of Greenville passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022 at Maple Health and Rehabilitation in Greenville, KY. He was born in Muhlenberg County on April 20, 1937 the son of Hubert Gatlin Courtney and Mildred Wilkins Courtney. He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Depoy where he had been a deacon for 46 years. He was a self-employed logger and trucker for 70 years and was a member of the KY Forest Industries Association and the Green River Loggers Council. He was also a Kentucky Colonel. His loved his work and it was both a hobby and a passion to him.

Mr. Courtney was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Hubert (June Bug) Courtney.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years Lou Courtney of Greenville, his son Charles “Chuck” Courtney II of Greenville, his daughter Lynn (Joe) Henderson of Mayfield, 2 grandchildren Courtney Henderson and Kate Henderson, 3 nephews Rick (Sherry) Courtney, Troy (Tammy) Courtney, and Jason Courtney, 2 nieces Holly Barber and Lisa (Doug) Mullins, a sister Betty (Jerry) Earle of Madisonville, a sister-in-law Linda Courtney of Greenville.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and from 9:00 AM until time of funeral on Wednesday at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Gary’s Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Tom Stovall officiating, assisted by Rev. Vernon Cook. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Depoy, KY.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations may be made to the Oak Grove Cemetery Fund or the KY Forest Industries Log-A-Load For Kids. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.