Area Obituaries

Thomas Charles Hezekiah Politz, 52, of Paris, Kentucky, died Monday, February 23. 2026 at the University of Kentucky Hospital after a prolonged illness. He was supported by friends who were with him, who cared for and loved him. He was born November 22, 1973, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Charles Politz and Paulette Vickers. He is…

José Francisco Soriano-Palacios, age 56, husband of Maria Elena Soriano Ramirez, departed this life on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at his home in Paris, Kentucky, surrounded by his loving family. Jose was born on December 24, 1969, in Nuevo Ixcatlan, Veracruz, Mexico, the son of Reyna Palacios Betanzo and the late Jose Soriano Ortega, was…

Gregory Scott Fuller, age 64, husband of Meg Renae Morrison Fuller, of Lexington, departed this life on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Saint Joseph Hospital. Scott was born on November 13, 1961, in Lexington, KY the son of the late Billy Lee and Audrey K. Kiser Fuller, a 1981 graduate of Tates Creek High School,…

Faye Utz McCracken, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, in Paris, Kentucky. Born on April 15, 1945, in Alabama, Faye’s life was a tapestry of love, care, and joy that she spread generously throughout her 80 years. Faye’s journey began in the warm southern climes of Alabama,…

Judy Kathleen Burchell Abney, of Paris, Kentucky, loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and devoted friend passed away Saturday February 21, 2026 at the age of 79. She was the wife of Clarence Allen Abney (married May 15, 1987). Judy was born in Lexington Kentucky to the late Ellen Gray Williams Burchell and Aaron Burchell. She…

Pollie Gibson Stamper, a beacon of kindness and age-old traditions, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, at the venerable age of 95 in Lexington, KY. Born on February 8, 1931, in the town of Hindman, KY, Pollie was the much-loved matriarch of a large and cherished family. Pollie was predeceased by her loving husband,…

Shirley Ann Tackett, age 84, a lifelong resident of Paris, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. Born on April 2, 1941, Shirley’s life was a tapestry of devotion to her family, her work, and her community. A proud graduate of Paris High School, Shirley…

Archie Ray Smith, 59, passed away February 14th, 2026, after a short battle with cancer, at UK hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born in Nicholas County to the late Silas Runyon Smith and Vonda Phyllis Brown Smith. Archie had a lifelong love of music. He would often listen to music and sing a…

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…