Roy Leo Johnson, Jr., 77, died Saturday February 14, 2026, at the Breathitt Health and Rehabilitation in Jackson, KY. He was born in Paris, KY to the late Roy Leo Johnson, Sr. and the late Ruby Bell Dwelly Johnson. Roy was a retired employee with the United States Postal Service and was a veteran of…

It is with love-filled hearts and cherished memories that we announce the peaceful passing of Brenda Lee Goodpaster Sosby, a light of warmth and kindness, on February 13, 2026, in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on February 26, 1963, in Cynthiana, Kentucky, Brenda was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who dedicated her…

William Douglas May, affectionately known as Bill to his friends and family, passed away on February 16, 2026, at the age of 75 in Lexington, Kentucky after a short illness. Born on October 30, 1950, in Ashland, Kentucky, Bill grew up to become a pillar of strength and character in his community. His commitment to…

Alton F. “Al” Vicars, Jr., aged 88, of Paris, KY, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026. Born to the late Alton F. Vicars, Sr. and Beatrice Parrott Vicars in Pineville, KY, on February 21, 1937, Al was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. Al distinguished himself early on as a graduate…

Gregory Allen Alexander, 57, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026 after a short battle with cancer. Born February 2, 1969 to Farrell & Joyce Williams Alexander, of Carlisle, he was a 1987 graduate of Bourbon County High School and attended the University of Kentucky, where he majored in Physics and Math. Greg was a talented…

Harry Ritchie, Jr., age 82, husband of Olivia “Libby” Hampton Ritchie, departed this life on Monday, February 9, 2026, at Bourbon Heights with his wife and son by his side. Harry was born in Paris, Kentucky on September 26, 1943, the son of the late Alma Lucille Hicks and Harry Ritchie, Sr., was a graduate…

Rose Marie Green Smith, a beacon of laughter and warmth, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, in Paris, Kentucky. Born to Leo and Helen Hughes Green on March 9, 1967, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, she lived her 58 years with love, humor, and an unquenchable zest for life. As a devoted wife to Miller Smith,…