Area Obituaries

Bonnie Jean Isaac Wilson, aged 89, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, enveloped by the warmth of her loving family in Paris, Kentucky. Bonnie, born on March 14, 1936, in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, was a beacon of kindness and love throughout her life, remembered for her generous spirit and caring heart. In her lifetime,…

James Glendon Sparks, 90, husband of Judy Bowsher Sparks, died Saturday, May 10, 2025 at his home in Lexington, KY. A native of Connersville, Indiana, he was the son of the late Soloman David and Florence Sparks. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy for 6 years. Following his military service, he…

Cristie Lynn Johnson Dishman, a beacon of unwavering love and faith, peacefully entered eternal rest on May 10, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Paris, Kentucky – the same town that was graced with her birth on April 8, 1964. She closed her eyes to this world, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and selflessness…

Amanda Lee Powell Fryman, was born on November 8, 1991. She sadly passed away on May 11, 2025, and is now among the angels. She was a 2010 graduate of Bourbon County. She worked in the medical field as a Certified Medical Assistant. Amanda was known for her radiant smile and her deep love for…

Robert Jackson “Buddy” Hopkins, 80, husband of Sandra Jean Fryman Hopkins, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025 at the UK-Good Samaritan Hospice Care Center in Lexington. Born June 3, 1944 in Nicholas County to the late Elmer T. & Laura May Lowe Hopkins, he was a former member of the Ky Army National Guard/Reserves, owner…

Charles Vernon Chapman, a bright spirit cherished for his humor and kindness, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025, in Lexington, KY, at the age of 64. Born in Bath, ME, on February 16, 1961, Charles was a true beacon of joy to all who knew him. His laughter and funny nature will be fondly…

Mona Carol Garrett Vice, 66, of Carlisle, wife of Mark Allen Vice, gained her heavenly wings on May 6th, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Hospital. A Nicholas County native, Mona was born on September 13th, 1958. She was a 1976 graduate of Nicholas County High School and attended college at Eastern Kentucky University. Mona…

Kitty Lucky Brown, age 71, widow of Ronald Dean Brown, departed this life on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Baptist Health in Lexington, KY. Kitty was born in Paris, Kentucky on February 7, 1954, the daughter of the late Robert and Helen Youngman Lucky, a graduate of Paris High School, and received her master’s degree…

John Bunyon “J.B.” Chamberlain, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, departed this world on May 5, 2025, at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, and the aroma of freshly tilled soil. J.B. drew his first breath in North Middletown, KY, born to Clayton Birdie Chamberlain, Sr. and Belva Clay Bates Chamberlain…