Obituaries
Larry Gayle Alexander
Jun 3, 2026
Larry Gayle Alexander, 80 of Ewing, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at the Hospice of Hope Care Center in Maysville, Kentucky.
He was born April 7, 1946 in Fleming County, Kentucky, a son of the late Clarence "Red" Alexander and Florine Maxey Alexander.
Larry was a farmer and logger for most of his life. He raised farm animals, was...
Larry Jason Kerns
May 30, 2026
Larry Jason Kerns, 45 of the Hilltop community in Ewing, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
He was born June 8, 1980 in Maysville, Kentucky a son of the late Wilburn J. Kerns and Thelma "Nig" Damron Kerns.
Jason was a graduate of Fleming County High School and a member of the Hilltop Christian Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching...
Brenda Carol Filson Perkins
May 19, 2026
Brenda Carol Filson Perkins, 84, of Ewing, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at the Saint Joseph Hospital-Main in Lexington, Kentucky.
She was born January 20, 1942 in Maysville, Kentucky to the late William F. Filson and Geraldine Pickrell Filson.
Brenda was a homemaker and a farmer helping run the Perkins Dairy Farm in Ewing. She was a 1960 graduate...
Sue Tumey
May 9, 2026
Sue Tumey, 75 of the Fairview community passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 9 at the Hospice of Hope Care Center in Maysville, Kentucky with her niece Stephanie by her side.
Sue was born in Fleming County on Saturday, October 21, 1950 to the late Arthur "PI" Tumey and Alice B. Hartley Tumey.
In addition to her...
Donna Kay Barnett McCord
May 7, 2026
Donna Kay Barnett McCord, born January 14, 1952, in Nepton, Kentucky, passed away on May 7, 2026, at her residence in Cynthiana, Kentucky. She was a devoted member of the Christian Faith and is remembered for her warmth, dedication to her family, and a life richly lived through her passions and commitments.
Throughout her life, Donna was deeply engaged in her...
Carolyn Marie Johnson Hartley
Apr 27, 2026
Carolyn Marie Johnson Hartley, peacefully departed this life on April 27, 2026, at her residence, leaving behind a legacy enriched with love, creativity, and devotion to family. Born on October 18, 1954, in Maysville, Kentucky, Carolyn’s vibrant spirit and warm heart touched all who knew her.
A cherished member of the Franklin Sousley VFW Post 1834 Ladies Auxiliary, Carolyn was known...
Vicky Lynn Wilcoxson Purvis
Feb 17, 2026
Vicky Lynn Wilcoxson Purvis, born on March 19, 1961, in Carlisle, Kentucky, passed away on February 17, 2026 at her home in Bath County, Kentucky. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose presence will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Vicky was a proud graduate of Nicholas County High School and Webster...
Gene Ishmael
Feb 3, 2026
Gene Ishmael, 89 of Flemingsburg, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.
He was born on May 21, 1936, in Tilton, Kentucky, a son of the late Pat Casey Ishmael and Lorene Barnes Ishmael.
Gene was a farmer and he enjoyed working on his farm, fishing, square dancing, building and tinkering with things.
In addition to...
Charlotte Rose Hughes
Jan 31, 2026
Charlotte Rose Hughes, born on August 12, 1994, in Montgomery County, Kentucky, was a vibrant spirit whose light shone brightly in the lives of those who had the privilege to know her. Charlotte passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, at the Hospice of Hope Care Center in Maysville, Kentucky at the age of 31 years old, leaving behind a...
Jackie Layne Mitchell
Dec 19, 2025
Jackie Layne Mitchell. 64 of the Tunnel Hill Community in Fleming County, passed away Friday, December 19, 2025, at the Hospice of Hope Care Center in Maysville, Kentucky with his family by his side. He was born February 8, 1961, in Fleming County, Kentucky to the late Elmer "Buddy" and Louise Fryman Mitchell.
Jackie was a retired heavy equipment operator and...
Sharon McCord Hunt
Dec 1, 2025
Sharon McCord Hunt, 76 of Ewing, Kentucky passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025 at the Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester, Kentucky.
She was born Feb 7, 1949 in Cowan, Kentucky a daughter of the late Everett "Hamp" McCord and Wilma Ritchie McCord.
Sharon was a 1967 graduate of Fleming County High School and a member of the Battle Run Christian...
Derrick Allan Watson
Nov 22, 2025
Derrick Allan Watson, 31 of Ewing, Kentucky, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the University of Cincinnati Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio from injuries sustained in an automobile accident earlier in the month.
Derrick was born September 19, 1994 at Meadowview Regional Hospital in Maysville, Kentucky, a son of Tara Watson and Brian Watson.
He...
Donna Gail Helton Caudill
Nov 22, 2025
Donna Gail Helton Caudill, 52 of Ewing, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky.
She was born December 29, 1972 in Fleming County, Kentucky a daughter of the late James Paul "Popeye" Helton and Patsy Tumey Helton.
Donna enjoyed scrolling through facebook, watching Chicago Fire, attending Mary Kay parties, but...
Scottie Rose Gallagher Brown
Nov 22, 2025
Scottie Rose Gallagher Brown, 84, of Nepton, Kentucky known affectionately as Nanny passed peacefully on to her heavenly home on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at her beloved home of 53 years.
She was born on March 22, 1941, a daughter of the late William Harrison “Buster” and Ollie P. Downey Gallagher.
Scottie was a one of a kind lady. She could never...
Millard Lewis Claypoole
Nov 16, 2025
Millard Lewis Claypoole, 65 of Nepton, Kentucky passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the home of his sister in Flemingsburg, Kentucky.
Born July 20, 1960, in Maysville, Kentucky a son of the late Claude Claypoole and Blanche Brown Claypoole.
Millard was kind and considerate and was known for always willing to help. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and enjoyed playing the Kentucky...
William W. Ellison
Nov 15, 2025
William W. Ellison 77, of Brooksville, Kentucky departed this life on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at the Hospice of Hope Care Center in Maysville, Kentucky.
Born April 27, 1948 in Bracken County, a son of the late George Ellison and Margaret Rolph Ellison.
William enjoyed tinkering around the garage, working on cars, playing guitar because of his love of music. He was...
Dua Thi "Hoa" Saunders
Nov 11, 2025
Dua Thi "Hoa" Saunders, a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and proud great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her residence in Ewing, Kentucky on November 11, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on June 10, 1949, in Can Tho City, South Vietnam, she embraced every moment of her life with grace and warmth, leaving behind a legacy of love...
Delana Lois Stephens
Nov 8, 2025
Delana Lois Stephens, 66, of Flemingsburg, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at the Meadowview Regional Medical Center in Maysville, Kentucky.
She was born November 22, 1958, in Carlisle, Kentucky a daughter of the late Arthur Stephens and Daisy Jean Hughes Stephens.
Delana was a homemaker and worked at the U.S Shoe factory in Flemingsburg as a machine operator. She...
Betty Joyce Anderson Ashcraft
Oct 27, 2025
Betty Joyce Ashcraft, as known by many as Ms. Betty, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend, passed away at her residence on Monday. October 27, 2025, at the age of 85. She passed away in the same home she started housekeeping over 63 years ago. Born on March 23, 1940, in Harrison County, Kentucky, Betty lived a life...
Larry Wayne Biddle
Oct 2, 2025
Larry Wayne Biddle, age 90, of Ewing, Kentucky, peacefully departed into his heavenly home, surrounded by the love of his family, on Thursday, October 2, 2025.
Born September 26, 1935 to the late Howard “Dump” and Christine Biddle of Ewing, Kentucky.
Larry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Larry wore many hats in his lifetime. During his...


