Area Obituaries

It is with the Jordan family’s deepest sadness to announce the passing of Judith Ann Jordan Gardner on April 15, 2024. Judy, a dutiful daughter and loving mother, was born in Paris, Kentucky on November 3, 1940. Always an outgoing people person, Judy was a cheerleader at Paris City High School where she graduated in…

Roger Elkin Smith, known affectionately as Roger to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2024, at the age of 69, in Cynthiana, KY. Born on October 28, 1954, in Paris, KY, Roger was a man whose warmth and charisma were as genuine as his smile. Roger’s life was one of dedication…

Shirley Frances Sharp Bailey, widow of Marsh E. “Cotton” Bailey, departed this life on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at her home in Paris at the age of 86 years. Shirley was born in Scott County, Kentucky on October 18, 1937, the daughter of the late James S. and Naomi Reynolds Sharp, retired from Kentucky Textiles,…

Martha Jane Sweat Crutcher passed away after a short illness at Central Baptist Hospital in Lexington, Ky on March 23, 2024. She was born to the late James Henry Sweat and Christina Burton Sweat on June 18, 1939. Martha was a homemaker, a devoted wife and mother. She earned her GED at the age of…

Douggie Drew Downing, known affectionately as Doug to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024, in Lexington, KY, at the age of 79. Born on July 23, 1944, in Paris, KY, Doug was a man whose warm smile and generous spirit left a lasting impression on everyone he met. A true…

Robert Ray “Bob” Russell, a beacon of optimism and kindness, passed away on April 15, 2024, at the age of 75. He was born on April 19, 1948, in Chicago, IL, and spent his final moments surrounded by the love and care of his family. Bob’s life was a symphony of love, music, and joy,…

Floyd “Toby” Crockett Jr, 61, of Prospect, Ohio and formerly of Paris, KY passed away unexpectedly in the early morning of Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Toby was born March 7, 1963 in Paris, KY the eldest son to Floyd & Judith (Barrnett) Crockett Sr. Toby graduated from Elgen High School in 1981. When Toby was…

Paul Wayne Browning, husband of the late Reba Boggs Browning of Paris, Kentucky, departed this life on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at home, with his daughter-in-law and support from Amedisys Hospice of Lexington, South Carolina. Paul was born in Harrison County, Kentucky on April 4, 1936, the son of the late William and Christine Browning.…

Phillip Morgan Downing, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on August 23, 1944, in Lexington, KY, Phillip’s life was characterized by his unwavering courage, boundless love, and remarkable handiness. Phillip spent his early years in Lexington, where he was the beloved…

Isaac Randolph “Randy” Speaks, a cherished father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024, in Lexington, KY, at the age of 75. Born on October 19, 1948, in Paris, KY, Randy lived a life marked by kindness, humor, and a profound love for his family and community. Randy was a proud graduate…