Delma Ruth Fletcher Gaunce

Delma Ruth Fletcher Gaunce, 79, passed away on August 16, 2026, in Paris, Kentucky. She was born on August 10, 1947, in Paris, Kentucky, and lived a life marked by love, kindness, and devotion to her family.
Delma graduated from Bourbon County High School and later built a respected career as a Loan Manager at National Bank in Paris, Kentucky. Through her work, she was known for her steady presence, professionalism, and the warm manner in which she treated others. She was also a member of Little Rock Christian Church, where her Christian faith remained an important part of her life.
Those who knew Delma will remember her as loving, friendly, and kind. She especially cherished her family and took great joy in being surrounded by them. Her grandchildren held a very special place in her heart, and she loved helping raise them, attending their events, and welcoming them all to gather at her home. Her home was a place of comfort, laughter, and togetherness, and she treasured every moment spent with those she loved.
Delma is survived by her four children, Gregory Wayne Gaunce, Stacey and David Browning, Sheri and Mike Duffy, and Brandon Douglas Gaunce. She also leaves behind eight grandchildren, Morgan Gaunce, Chelsea and Dustin Doyle, Kasea Thornberry, Kaiti and Shawn Oesterritter, Drey Thornberry, Hannah Gaunce, Karter and Sarah Jane Luttrell, and Greyson Thornberry; and six great-grandchildren, Eleanor Grace Gaunce, Wesson Colt Cummins, Crew Tyler Doyle, Margot Eloise Simpson, Tate Michael Doyle, and Jaxx Fletcher Doyle. She is also survived by her sister, Helen Yazell; her brother, Doug and Mary Ruth Fletcher; her sister-in-law, Lee Watson; her special friends, Donna and Les, lovingly known as Don Don and Daddy Les Yazell; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Douglas Gaunce; her parents, Ray and Willie Elizabeth Utterback Fletcher; and her brothers, Billy Ray Fletcher and Wayne Fletcher. Their memories remained close to her heart throughout her life.
Delma’s family and friends will remember her for the gentle way she cared for others and the lasting love she shared so freely. Her legacy lives on in the family she nurtured, the friendships she treasured, and the many lives she touched with her warmth and grace.
A memorial service will be conducted at 11:00 AM Saturday August 22, 2026, by Brent Wilson at the Lusk-McFarland Funeral Home Chapel, 1120 Main St., Paris, KY. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM Saturday August 22, 2026, until the hour of service at the funeral home.
Memorials may take the form of contributions to the Bluegrass Care Navigators, 1317 US-62, Cynthiana, KY 41031 and St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
The funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Lusk-McFarland Funeral Home Chapel, 1120 Main Street, Paris, KY. The online guestbook is at www.Lusk-McFarland.com and on our Facebook and YouTube page.