Area Obituaries

David Juett Burchell, age 81, of Paris, husband of Marjorie “Nell” Allen Burchell, departed this life on Monday, April 6, 2026, at Bourbon Heights. David was born in Lexington, Kentucky on February 28, 1945 to the late Aaron and Ellen Gray Burchell. He was one of eleven children, and a graduate of Bryan Station High…

Wanda Faye Johnson Tucker, age 61, passed away on April 7, 2026. She was born on January 25, 1965, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, quiet strength, and a warm spirit that touched those around her. Wanda was a loving wife to Jeff Tucker for 45 years, and together they built…

Carolyn Lee Riddell Eason, age 84, of Paris, passed away peacefully April 4, 2026. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Clyde Eason. Born July 25, 1941, in Lexington KY, Carolyn was the daughter of the late Redmon Lee and Sally Bush Riddell. She was a part of the inaugural graduating class…

Rose Marie Rankin, born on October 20, 1950, in Bourbon County, to the late Beauford and Irene Bland Rankin, passed away on March 27, 2026, in Carlisle, Kentucky, leaving behind a life remembered with love, faith, and devotion to family and community. She lived her life with quiet strength and a gentle spirit, carrying herself…

William Edward Holzhause, age 88, of Paris, Ky., passed away on March 31, 2026. He was born on September 26, 1937, in Cheviot, Ohio, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, his work, his faith, and the many friendships he formed along the way. William was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather,…

Braxton Tre’Allen Warmouth, age 17, of Paris, Kentucky, passed away on March 30, 2026, in Paris, Kentucky. He was born on February 18, 2009, in Cynthiana, Kentucky, and lived a life that brought love, tenderness, and joy to all who knew him. Braxton was a beloved son, cherished brother, and treasured family member whose presence…

David Hunter Shewmaker, II “Kiwi”, age 62, died Wednesday, March 23, 2026, at Baptist Healthcare in Lexington due to complications of kidney and liver failure. He was born September 16, 1963, in Lexington, Kentucky, Son of David Hunter Shewm·aker and the late Brenda Howe Shewmaker. Hunter was a 1982 graduate of Bourbon County High School,…

Lester Kelly Combs, known as “Trigger” to many family and friends, age 80, departed his life on Thursday evening, March 26, 2026 at his home. Lester was born on January 3, 1946, the son of the late Burt and Juanita Cross Combs, was a veteran of the United States Navy, and a retired insurance agent.…

Donald Dale Clark, affectionately known as Rider Don, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, in Paris, KY, at the age of 74. Born on March 2, 1952, in Berea, KY, Donald was a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was the cherished…