Area Obituaries

Randall “Pete” Banks, aged 84, of Paris, KY, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026. Born on November 9, 1941, in Jackson, KY, Pete lived a life characterized by dedication, hard work, and a love that deeply touched all who knew him. Pete was a devoted husband to his wife, Kathy Workman Banks, and a…

Lucy Mae Smith Jones, lovingly known for her laughter and kindness, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 70, in Lexington, KY. Born on September 8, 1955, in Mt. Sterling, KY, she grew into a radiant person who touched the lives of all who knew her. Lucy’s life was a testament to…

Virginia Ann Sullivan, age 76, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Baptist Health Lexington, peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. Ann is lovingly remembered by her niece, Kelly (Josh) Esenbock; her nephew, Josh (Megan) Hart; and her five cherished great-nephews and niece: Brooks, Cameron and Bella Esenbock, Michael and Liam…

Kelsi Brook Allen, 29, died Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY. A native of Paris, KY, she was the daughter of Broch Allen and Dana Massey. She was a 2014 graduate of Bourbon County High School and became a produce manager at Save-A-Lot. She enjoyed coloring, artwork, word…

Margaret Louise Paul Snapp, known fondly to friends and family as Margaret, a lifelong resident of Paris, Kentucky, passed away on January 7, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on October 31, 1961, to the late Bobby and Dora Belle Hollon Paul, Margaret’s life was a tapestry of commitments to her loved ones and…

Garnett Bradford passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Trinity Grove. He was born to George Henderson Bradford and Frances Robinson Bradford on September 7, 1935, in Harrison County, KY, near the North Licking River on his family’s tobacco-livestock farm. Garnett graduated from Harrison County High School in 1953 and went on to earn…

Glenda Lee Smith, 69, of Lexington, KY, brought joy and love to all who knew her, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026, in Winchester, KY. Born on November 3, 1956, Glenda was a beacon of warmth and a pillar of strength in her community and family. Glenda was the cherished daughter of the late…

Thomas “Tom” Bruce Prichard, 62, of Clintonville Road passed away on Friday, December 26th, 2025, in his home. He was born to September 4th 1963 in Buffalo, NY to the late James Jerome Prichard Sr. and Sharon Thomas Prichard.. Tom graduated from high school in Ashland, Kentucky, and received a Bachelor’s Degree from University of…

Phyllis Sue Mattingly, age 82, passed away on December 31, 2025, at Frankfort Regional Hospital in Frankfort, Kentucky. Sue retired from owning and managing Sue’s Laundry in Paris, Kentucky, which she operated for 30 years. She truly loved working with the public and cherished meeting the citizens of Paris, forming many lasting friendships throughout the…