Area Obituaries

Glennyce Albertine Hedges, 89, of Paris, KY passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025 at her residence. She was born September 19, 1935 in Mt. Sterling, KY to the late Albert and Amy Davis Givens. She attended Peyton’s Lick Christian Church and was a Farmer. She is survived by a son, Mitch Hedges (Cindy) of Carlisle,…

Franklin Lee “Frankie” Fryman, 86, passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at his home in Millersburg. Born March 25, 1939 in Nicholas County to the late Ora Lee and Effie Mae Morris Fryman, he was a lifelong farmer, an avid tractor collector, and a champion tractor and truck puller. Frankie enjoyed taking long drives every…

Cindy Ellen Hatfield Fryman, 68, wife of the late Kendall Fryman, passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025 at the UK Medical Center in Lexington. Born March 11, 1957 in Nicholas County, she was a former employee of Hansley Mills, Jockey International and Kentucky Textiles, and attended the Community Chapel Church. Cindy loved shopping, spending time…

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…