Area Obituaries

Barbara Aten Leer, age 89, of Paris, departed this life on Monday, August 19, 2024, at Bourbon Heights. Barbara was born on December 24, 1934, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Robert I. and Mary C. Fritch Aten, received her Bachelor’s degree from Ohio Wesleyan University where she was a member of the…

Heather Clarke Evans, 43, of Nicholasville, died suddenly Sunday August 11, 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. Born on February 2, 1981, in Lexington, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Michael and Marsha Lowery Evans. Heather was a graduate of Bourbon County High School. Additional survivors include her two brothers, Michael (Mandy) Evans and Travis (Lexi) Evans;…

Patricia Ann Brown Stith, 76, departed this earthly life and entered her savior’s arms on August 16, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Paul Lowell Brown and Juanita Lutes Brown. She is preceded in death by her grandparents; a grandson, Jaxson Allen Stith; and a granddaughter-in-law, Julie Rison. She is survived by her…

Kenneth Dwayne Gaunce, of Berry, age 74, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024. He was born in Paris, KY, on June 5, 1950, to the late Walter and Alberta King Gaunce. Besides his parents, he is also preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Connie Jones…

Irene Groves McKinney of Paris, widow of E.V. McKinney, departed this life on Monday, August 12, 2024, at Bourbon Heights, having attained the age of 102 years. Irene was born on September 26, 1921, in Hopkins County, Kentucky the daughter of the late Henry and Jennie Tyson Groves, was a graduate of Antioch High School,…

Bonnie Lou Bishop Duff, age 76, of Georgetown, formerly of Paris, departed this life on Saturday, August 10, 2024. Bonnie was born on April 29, 1948, the daughter of the late William Henry and Rosie Gaunce Bishop, and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-Day Saints. Surviving are two sons, Mike…

Alman Ernest Barbee, a respected and cherished member of the Paris, KY community, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on June 1, 1930, in Robertson County, Alman’s life was a testament to the enduring strength and kindness of the human spirit. He was a loving family man, dearly…

Sandra Faye Jones Lucas, a beacon of love and spirited joy, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2024, at the age of 76, in Somerset, KY. Born on April 13, 1948, in Paris, KY, Sandra’s life was a testament to her loving and thoughtful nature, which touched the hearts of all who knew her. Sandra’s…

James Allen “Stem” Roundtree, age 82, passed away at his home in Paris, KY on August 3rd, 2024, surrounded by his wife and children. He was born in Nicholas County on June 29, 1942, to the late Lee and Clara Ruth Roundtree. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a nephew, Lee “Speeds”…