Obituaries

Jun 18, 2026

Sharon Denise Raymer

Sharon Denise Raymer, age 64, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on July 6, 1961, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Sharon lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and unwavering perseverance. Raised on a family farm, she left school after the ninth grade to help support her family through...

Jun 17, 2026

Shirley Ann Schmidt, 71 of Russellville passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Medical Center of Bowling Green. She was born on July 5, 1954, in Russellville to the late Paul Hugh Elmond & Essie Mae Elmond also preceded by a son Michael Wayne Canler & daughter in law Stacey Canler. She is survived by her companion Bill...

Jun 15, 2026

Walter James Scott, 44, of Russellville gained his wings on June 15, 2026. He is preceded in death by his parents Annie Margaret Durr and James Scott as well as two sisters, Anna Griffith and Tammy Scott. He is survived by his brother Roy Lee Griffith and his sisters; Ann Griffith, Cynthia Griffith, Charlene Griffith, Geannette Griffith and Annette Griffith...

Jun 3, 2026

Walter Daniel “Danny” Hankins 74, of Russellville passed away on June 3, 2026 in Lebanon, TN. He was born April 12, 1952 to the late Walter Columbus Hankins & Ruth Ellen Hankins. He was also preceded in death by his brothers Kenneth & Ricky Hankins. Danny was a member of 431 Church in Springfield, TN. He loved to fish and...

May 25, 2026

Ruby Nelle Barrow, 76 of Russellville passed away on Monday May 25, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Springfield, TN on July 2, 1949, to the late Jim Orsbon and Mary Ruby Jean Osborne. She is also preceded in death by her loving husband Billy Ray Barrow Sr, her daughter Lora Jean Barrow...

May 24, 2026

William “Dale” Smith, 71 of Lewisburg passed away on Sunday May 24, 2026 at the Hospice House of Bowling Green. He was born in Russellville, Ky on November 12, 1954 to the late William Adam Smith & Ruby Dell Smith. He is survived by his Wife Linda Smith of Lewisburg, son William Smith Jr. (Linda) of Lewisburg, daughter Sarah Borders...

May 15, 2026

David Neal Drake, 77 of Russellville, KY passed away on May 15, 2026 at Hospice House of Southern KY in Bowling Green. He was born May 17, 1948 in Logan County to the late Elmer and Evelyn Peay Drake. He was also preceded in death by his long time companion Jean Manning, brother Robert drake, brother Darrell Drake, brother Roger...

May 13, 2026

Charlotte Lucille Clabough 73 of Russellville passed away on May 13, 2026 at Vanderbilt University.  She was the daughter of the late Charles & Dorothy Beaty.   She is survived by her cousins Gary Dowell & Robin Dowell of Russellville.   Cremation was entrusted to Kirby Funeral Services Russellville.

May 4, 2026

Elizabeth A. Mason “Muh”, age 97, peacefully departed this life on May 4, 2026. She was born on September 15, 1928, in Springfield, TN and lived a long, full life marked by love, generosity and devotion to her family and community.

Elizabeth was united in marriage to her husband, James Mason, welcoming eight children into the world. Her parents, husband, four...

Apr 25, 2026

E. Thomas Ruby, 79, of Lewisburg, Kentucky, entered into the presence of his Savior on Saturday, April 25, 2026. While his family grieves his absence, they rejoice in the legacy of faith, love, and steadfast devotion that he leaves behind.

Born on October 14, 1946 in Rabbit Ridge, Kentucky, to William Thomas and Blonnie Mae Ruby, Thomas grew up learning the...

Apr 11, 2026

Cynthia Lou Betz of Bardstown, KY (formerly Spa) passed away peacefully in the early hours of April 11, 2026 after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul, who passed away less than three days prior, her parents: Wanda and David Coursey, her brother: Jim Coursey, and her granddaughter: Mia Duncan Barnes.

She is survived by her...

Mar 31, 2026

Damien Gabriel Joseph Karpinski, 75, of Bowling Green passed away on Tuesday March 31, 2026 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He was born on February 27, 1951 in Hamtramck, MI to the late Leonard & Leocadia Karpinski and preceded in death his sister Darlene Czop & brother Harvey (Mary) Karpinski. He is survived by his wife Janet Lynn...

Mar 27, 2026

Sandra Kay Lester, 78, of Russellville passed away on Friday March 27, 2026 at the Medical Center of Bowling Green. She was born July 21, 1947 to the late Ezra Theo Foust & Lova Lee Foust also preceded in death by 5 siblings. She is survived by her Children; Linda Heath (John) of Russellville, Roger Lee Lester Jr. of Dunmor, Connie...

Mar 25, 2026

Ronald Carlyle Collins 79, of Auburn passed away on Wednesday March 25, 2026 at his residence. He was born October 2, 1946 in Chandlers to the late Lee Roy Collins & Birdie Collins. He is also preceded in death by 10 siblings. Ronald is survived by his loving wife Renate Greenrich Collins, daughter's; Angie Miller (Kevin) of Russellville, Pam Pollard...

Mar 24, 2026

Barbara H. Wright, 79, of Bowling Green formerly of Russellville passed away on March 24, 2026 at Select Medical Hospital in Nashville. She was born April 12, 1946, to the late Pete & Ruby Hinson. She is survived by her husband Fred “Freddy” Wright of Bowling Green, son Chad Wright (Margaret) of Cumming, GA, daughter Courtney Lau (David) of Anchorage,...

Mar 22, 2026

Lois Brown, 85 of Russellville passed away on March 22, 2026, at Creekwood Place. She is preceded in death by her parents Virginia and Victor Snow. She is survived by her brother Terry (Linda) Snow of Greenfield, IN. Cremation was chosen and a celebration of life will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 11 am at First Christian...

Mar 20, 2026

Lois Madeline Lack Taylor, 82, of Russellville, KY, passed away peacefully while resting at her daughter's home on March 20, 2026. Born the youngest child of John and Geneva (Crafton) Lack, which was a position she filled with song and spirit.

Lois has joined a fantastic family reunion with those that preceded her in death: her mother...

Mar 14, 2026

Victor Lawerence Minicozzi Jr, 63, of Auburn, Ky passed at his residence on Saturday, March 14, 2026. He was born in South Plainfield, NJ to the late Victor Minicozzi & Patricia Barto. He is also preceded in death by paternal grandparents Guiseppe & Elizabeth Minicozzi, maternal grandparents Ray & Mary Barto & a brother David Minicozzi. Victor is survived...

Mar 11, 2026

Clarence Gentry Morton, Jr., born June 26, 1951, in Allensville, Kentucky, went home to be with the Lord on March 11, 2026. He was the beloved son of the late Clarence "Pete" Morton and Esther Bellamy Morton. He was also preceded in death by his siblings Gene A. Morton, Levanora Morton Allison, and Eva E. Morton; his wife, Donna...

Mar 11, 2026

Charles Wilson Cage, 63 of Russellville passed away on March 11, 2026, at The Medical Center Russellville. He was born on July 21, 1962, to the late Edward Author and Gillie Belle Cage. He is survived by his 5 brothers; Kenneth cage of Atlanta, GA, Ricky Cage of Atlanta, GA, Robert Cage of bowling Green, KY, Edward Cage (Vivian)...