Area Obituaries

Ercel Ellis Jr died early May 7, 2026 in Lexington at the age of 94. Born in 1931, he grew up around horse-racing legends, and his father was said to have put the first halter on Man O’ War. He was a patriot, serving in the Navy during the Korean War. He was a journalist,…

Cathy Marie Livingood, 63, of Carlisle, KY, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026. She was born in Edgewood, KY, on March 6, 1963, to the late John “Jack” and JoAnn Reinhardt Stein. Besides her parents, Cathy was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Samuel “Sam” Livingood Jr. Cathy is survived by a son,…

Lucas Randall Cooper, Born April 24, 2017, at Kentucky Children’s Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky passed away on May 7, 2026 at Centerpoint Health in Paris, KY. Lucas was preceded in death by a maternal grandmother, Susan Clinger, paternal great uncle Rick Cooper, and paternal great aunt Mary Ann Cooper. Luke is survived by his parents,…

Minnie Cochran Wright Davis, age 96, of Millersburg, Kentucky, widow of Joe Prewitt Davis, departed this life on Friday afternoon, May 8, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family. Minnie was born in Bourbon County, on August 28, 1929, the daughter of the late John David and Amelia Hurst Wright, was a 1947 graduate…

Pamela Gail Poe, age 67, of Paris, departed this life on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Bourbon Heights after weeks of fighting a courageous health battle, while surrounded by those that loved her deeply. Pam was born in Paris, Kentucky on February 03, 1959, the daughter of the late Roy Elvest and Martha Lee Hudnall…

May Bell Richardson, 77, of Paris, Kentucky, passed away on May 4, 2026. She was born on May 14, 1948, in Marlinton, West Virginia, and lived a life marked by kindness, thoughtfulness, and devotion to her family. May Bell retired from Brown and Williams Tobacco Company after years of dedicated work, and she carried the…

Dr. Julia Blake Robinson, 48, of Versailles KY passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with a rare cancer, surrounded by her family and friends. Born on November 14, 1977 to Barbara G. Robinson and Calvin Robinson, Julie was known for her positivity, fun energy, kindness, empathy, selfless giving, gift-giving, humor, and lighting up a…

Barbara Jane Long Wagoner, 90, of Cynthiana, KY, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Harrison Memorial Hospital. She was born on July 2,1935, to the late Albert and Margaret Elizabeth David Long. Barbara was also preceded in death by a brother, Robert Long; and a sister, Roberta Whalen. Barbara is survived by her…

Randy Alan Thwaites, age 71, of Paris, Kentucky, passed away on May 1, 2026. He was born on June 24, 1954, in Springfield, Ohio, and lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a generous spirit that touched all who knew him. Randy was the beloved husband of Donna Anne Tubbs Thwaites…

Eugene Leroy Hill, age 89, of Paris, Kentucky, passed away on April 29, 2026, in Paris, Kentucky. He was born on July 23, 1936, in Paris, Kentucky, and lived a long life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a kind spirit that touched those around him. He was a thoughtful and friendly man…