Area Obituaries

James L. Jones of North Middletown, KY, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024, at his residence, at the age of 78 years, seven months, and seven days. He was born Saturday, December 8, 1945 in Sharpsburg, KY, son of Harold and Lucy Guy Jones. James was united in marriage to Deborah Taulbee. This union was…

Fr Norman Fischer, president of the National Black Catholic Clergy Caucus, dead at 50. The veteran priest, the first of African or Filipino descent in the Diocese of Lexington, passed away unexpectedly while in Delaware on sabbatical NATE TINNER-WILLIAMS | Black Catholic Messenger REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION NEW ORLEANS — Fr Norman Fischer Jr., a veteran…

Bradley Dennis Leasor, known affectionately as Brad to his friends and loved ones, passed away on July 18, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on January 18, 1949, in Louisville, Kentucky, Brad was a man of integrity, warmth, and unwavering kindness. He departed this life in Paris, Kentucky, leaving behind a legacy of love,…

Bennie Edward Bridges, Jr. (Pete or Petey), born May 2, 1945, passed July 17, 2024, peacefully in his home. He is survived by his wife, Emily Ayres Bridges; sons, Bennie Edward Bridges, III, and Grant Alexander Bridges; daughter-in-law, Lauren Wilson Bridges; and grandson, Liam Alexander Bridges. He also leaves behind a brother, Richart Bridges (Ricky),…

Arvis Wayne “Bud” Barber, age 85, of Lexington, Kentucky, departed this life on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Bud was born in Fayette County on March 12, 1939, the son of the late Arvis and Mary Frances Gregory Doty, owned his own home improvement business and…

Jaddah’s life was rich with the joy of family. She is survived by her devoted mother Katherine Parker and sister Kimberly (Demetric) Goode, and her loving children, Doryae (Alyssa) Cunningham, Tayjin (Lizzie Preston) Cunningham, Jayden Cunningham, Daniya Cunningham, Autumn Rutledge, and Austin Rutledge. Jaddah’s bond with her boyfriend, Ray Rutledge, and bonus mom Dee Cunningham…

John P Gerard III, age 83, of Paris, KY died July 1, 2024. Mr. Gerard graduated from the Culinary Institute of America, was a Navy veteran and a lifelong member of the American Legion. He is survived by lifelong friend Gildardo Villasenor of Sun City, AZ, dear friends Susan Letterman of San Diego, CA, Rick…

Norman Gene Morgan, a cherished family man, respected foreman, and proud veteran, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2024, in Cynthiana, KY, at the age of 88. Born on May 26, 1936, in Zoe, KY, Norman’s life was a testament to the values of hard work, dedication, and the importance of family. Norman’s journey began…

Ashley Len Garrison, 43, of Paris, Kentucky, passed away on July 6, 2024, at her home in Paris, KY. Born in Lexington, KY on September 22, 1980, she spent her life dedicated to her family as a homemaker, a role she cherished deeply. Ashley is survived by her two children, Markel Moberly and Katherine Garrison;…