Area Obituaries

Farrah Raye Welch 48 passed away Friday February 14, 2025. She was born in Bourbon County on January 15, 1977, to William Ray and Charlene Hope Watkins Snapp. She was a graduate of Nicholas County High School and Maysville College; she was employed at Family Care Associates for sixteen years as a nursing assistant. She…

Born in Paris, one of Kentucky’s finest, Marian Robertson Howerton Kibler left this earth on February 13, 2025, and was welcomed into heaven. She was a fun loving, classy lady that loved people unconditionally and, oh boy, could she dance! Marian retired from helping everyone shop at Sears, then moved down the street to Steinmart…

Shirley Ann (Fields) Beatty “Mee-Maw” 84 Yrs Sunrise 10/21/1940 – Sunset 2/09/2025 Shirley was born on October 21st, 1940, in North Middletown, Kentucky, to James Garett Fields and Virginia Brown Fields. Shirley was an amazing cook. No event or Holiday was complete without her dishes on the table. Her food is and will be fondly…

Edmond Lane Boyle, age 84, husband of Mary Adele Bryant Boyle, died peacefully at his home, on Sunday, February 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Edmond was born in Paris, Kentucky on May 09, 1940, the son of the late Dudley and Eva Jane McFarland Boyle, was a graduate of Paris High School, and…

Jennifer Ann Jones Ramey, aged 55, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, in Lexington, KY. Born on November 28, 1969, in Paris, KY, to Deborah Taulbee Jones and the late James Jones, Sr., Jennifer was a beacon of love and kindness throughout her life. Jennifer spent her professional years as a dedicated machine operator…

Elizabeth Mae Crooks Duncan, loving mother, sister, and treasured friend, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, in Lansing, MI, at the age of 95. Born on October 24, 1929, in Paris, KY, Elizabeth’s warmth and resilience were hallmarks of a life well-lived, touching the lives of everyone she knew. Elizabeth’s commitment to nurturing not…

Bobby Ray Gibson, aged 71, a lifelong resident of Kentucky, passed away peacefully in Cynthiana, KY, on February 15, 2025. He was born on May 11, 1953, in Millstone, KY, to the late James Gibson and Evelyn Burchum Gibson. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Bobby’s loving spirit and courageous heart shaped the…

It is with a heavy heart and loving remembrance that the family of John Wesley Angel announces his peaceful passing on February 14, 2025, in Lexington, KY, after a life rich with love and adventure. Born on October 2, 1966, in Oneida, KY, John was a man whose laughter and energy brought light and joy…

Robert “Bob” L. Eads passed away peacefully after a long battle with dementia on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Thomson-Hood Veterans Center in Wilmore, KY. Bob was the beloved husband of 60 years to Carol Fay Eads, loving father of Stephanie (Chris) Gross and Mark (Shannon) Eads, and cherished grandfather of Lauren (Travis) Gumm, Logan…

Diane Michelle Lawrence Shaw, a beacon of courage and love, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, in Lexington, KY, at the age of 70. Born on April 21, 1954, in Chicago, IL, Diane’s life was a testament to her strength, wisdom, and loving nature. Diane proudly served her country as a Sergeant in the…