Area Obituaries

Evan Stanford Jones, embraced the wonders of Heaven on the 20th of October, 2025, at the young age of 25. Born on September 18, 2000, to the proud parents Martha “Lisa” Mullins Jones and the late Larry S. Jones II, Evan’s charismatic presence quickly became a ray of joy in the lives of those who…

Angela Raye Mitchell, the life of the party, age 60, passed away on Tuesday, October 14th, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 12th, 1964, in Carlisle, Kentucky, to Ollie and Mildred Mitchell. Better known as Angie, she was a lifelong resident of Carlisle and truly never met a stranger. She was…

Jeff Davis Gilvin Jr., age 79, husband of Charlene Hinkle Gilvin, died Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family after a long battle with ALS. He was born September 25, 1946 in Bethel, Kentucky, son of the late Jeff Davis and Bessie Jewell Gilvin. Jeff was a lifelong farmer and member…

Betty Jean Foster Ogle, widow of Rodney Ogle, departed this life on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born on December 19, 1934, the daughter of the late Shelby P. Rogers and Susan G. (Fred) Foster Smith; was a high school graduate and dedicated Christian, being a…

Kim Cee Aplon was born on October 30, 1956 in Paris, Kentucky to Shirley Fields (mother). She departed this life on August 10, 2025. She stayed in Paris, Kentucky through her entire childhood and in 1974 after graduating high school she enlisted in the U.S. Army. From the young age, Kim was known for her…

It is with profound respect and affection that we honor the life of John Larance Whittley, 65, of Carlisle, Ky, who graced this world from October 16, 1959, to October 10, 2025. A cherished soul, born in Houston, Texas, John was a man of robust passion and levity, whose bright spirit left an indelible mark…

Beverly L. Hinkle Smits, a loving mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away quietly at her home on October 10, 2025. Beverly was preceded in death by her husband, of over 50 years, John O. Smits, her parents, Charlie and Hazel Hinkle of Little Rock, Kentucky; mother-in-law, Bobby Yazell; father-in-law, Adrian Smits of Paris; and a…

Mrs. Mary Alice Hopkins, age 95, of Murray, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at the Spring Creek Healthcare in Murray, Kentucky. Mrs. Hopkins was born on November 17, 1929, in Calloway County, Kentucky to the late Harlon Nanney and Ola (Duncan) Nanney. She retired from Fisher Price and was a member of…

Martha Martin Bramel,74 of Mount Sterling passed away Tuesday October 7th, 2025 at her residence . She was born July 16, 1951 in Montgomery County ,KY to the late Nelson Martin and Rosie Mae Hutchinson. She retired from the Paris City school system as the Chapter 1 coordinator. She loved spending time with her family…

Lisa Anne Willoughby passed away peacefully in her home on October 2, 2025 in Venice, Florida after a long illness. She was 65. Lisa was born on June 1, 1960 in Louisville, Kentucky to her parents, Arthur and Dorothy Hans. She graduated from the Fairdale High School in 1978. Lisa graduated from Eastern Kentucky University…