Area Obituaries

Anne Neville Blackshear Dillon, a beacon of warmth and light, passed away peacefully on July 29th, 2025, in the town of Cynthiana, KY, at the age of 84. Born on November 10, 1940, in Cheyenne, WY, Anne’s radiant spirit and zest for life planted roots that could be felt across the heart of Kentucky and…

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Eric Mark Davis, born on June 6, 1976, in Paris, Kentucky, who left us too soon on July 27, 2025, at the age of 49. Eric lived most recently in the beautiful surroundings of Eagle Mountain, Utah. Eric’s journey through life was filled with love, laughter, and…

John Duke Martin Sr., a cherished patriarch, Army veteran, and a heart of his community, passed away peacefully on the 28th of July, 2025 at the age of 75, in Cynthiana, Kentucky. Born on the 26th of August, 1949 in Paris, Kentucky, John’s embracing spirit and generous heart brightened the lives of all around him…

Wanda Hawkins Ritchie Tincher, 89, wife of 50 years to the late Billy Allen Tincher, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Bourbon Heights Nursing Home in Paris. Born April 4, 1936 in Nicholas County to the late Burton and Ruby Bussell Hawkins, she was a graduate of Midway College, worked for many years as…

Treva Crump Danielson, 77, wife of David Danielson, died Saturday, March 8, 2025 in Fort Myers, Florida after a brief illness. A native of Millersburg, KY, she was the daughter of Imogene Helton Crump and the late Virgil Crump. She was a 1966 graduate of Bourbon County High School. After her marriage to David, they…

Candice “Candy” Kay Williams, age 60, of Paris, departed this life on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Candy was born in Paris on June 7, 1965, the daughter of the late Willa Katherine Jones Clark, was an avid U.K. fan, enjoyed listening to Brooks and Dunn, working in her…

Sammie Jo Ham Rose, 84, wife of 68 years to Stanley Tilton Rose, passed away Friday, July 26, 2025 at her home in Carlisle. Born October 16, 1940 in Bourbon County, she worked for many years in the Social Services office in Paris, and was a member of the Carlisle Christian Church. Sammie loved being…

Mina Lou Welch-Vaughan, age 90, departed this life on Thursday evening, July 24, 2025, at her home in Paris, Kentucky, surrounded by her loving family. Mina was born in Greenville, Kentucky, where she was raised by her parents, Elroy Ruben and Lucy (née Grace) Stuart, and her beloved grandmother, Ella (née Griffin) Grace. She grew…

Gregory Dane Colliver, 67, husband of Lorna Turner Colliver, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Born on December 9, 1957, in Montgomery County, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Calvin and Mildred Spencer Colliver. Greg was employed as an inspector at Toyota Manufacturing and was…

Michael Anthony Rison, beloved father, grandfather, and brother passed away at the age of 56 on July 17, 2025, in Pikeville, KY. Born on August 2, 1968, in Paris, KY, Michael was a man known for his humor, his exceptional handiness, and his innate ability to make friends with everyone he met. A true Jack…