Metcalfe - Hennessey Funeral Home

12/20/2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mrs. Adelia “Ada” (née Clooney) Zeidler. A Funeral Mass for Mrs. Zeidler will be offered at 12:00 Noon on Monday, December 22, 2025, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Maysville, Kentucky, by Rev. Augustine Aidoo.

Private interment will be in the St. Patrick Cemetery in Washington, Kentucky.

To view the full obituary or to leave a condolence for the family, please click the link below.

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12/10/2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mr. Stanley E. Litzinger. A Funeral Mass for Mr. Litzinger will be offered at the convenience of the family with interment following in the St. James Cemetery in Brooksville, Kentucky.

To view the full obituary or to leave a condolence for the family, please click the link below.

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12/02/2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mr. Earl Thomas Halleran. A Funeral Mass will be offered at 12:00 Noon on Friday, December 5, 2025 at the St. James Church in Minerva, Kentucky by Rev. Josh Heskamp.

Interment will follow in the St. Patrick Cemetery in Washington, Kentucky.

Visitation will also be on Friday at the church from 10:00 AM to Noon.

To view the full obituary or to leave a condolence for the family, please click the link below.

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11/29/2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mr. Eldon “Peewee” Nickoson. The funeral for Mr. Nickoson will be at 12:00 Noon on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Metcalfe-Hennessey Funeral Home with Bro. Rick Jones officiating.

Interment will follow in the Concord Cemetery in Bladeston, Kentucky.

Visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on Monday at the funeral home.

To view the full obituary or to leave a condolence for the family, please click the link below.

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11/27/2025

We are thankful for YOU, all of our family and friends! Enjoy time with family today and be safe!

11/21/2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mr. Larry Dale Ernest. The funeral for Mr. Ernest will be at 2:00 PM on Monday, November 24, 2025 at Metcalfe-Hennessey Funeral Home in Augusta, with Bro. Philip McMurrin presiding.

Visitation will also be on Monday at the funeral home from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM.

To view the full obituary or to leave a condolence for the family, please click the link below.

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11/11/2025

Thank you to all our Veterans! Your courage and sacrifice to serve and fight for our freedom will never be forgotten! 🇺🇸

11/08/2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mrs. Barbara Brockwell (née Nuttall) Kelsch. Visitation for Mrs. Kelsch will be held from 5:00 – 8:00 PM on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at Metcalfe-Hennessey Funeral Home.

A Celebration of Life will be arranged for a later date.

To view the full obituary or to leave a condolence for the family, please click the link below.

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09/01/2025

We want to give a HUGE thank you to everyone for coming out and participating in the 53rd annual Frog Derby!

Special thanks goes to Mayor John Laycock and the City of Augusta, the Augusta Police Department, the Augusta Volunteer Fire Department, our always awesome and entertaining Frog Commissioner Stephan Russell, and our line judges!

It was a great turnout on a perfect day. We hope to see everyone again next year! 🐸 🐸 🐸

08/31/2025

Today’s the day! Don’t forget to preregister by calling 606-756-2270! 🐸 🐸 🐸

08/28/2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Mrs. Ann Bechtold. A full obituary and service information for Mrs. Bechtold will be posted at a later date.

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08/23/2025

Next Sunday the 31st!!! Mark your calendars and catch your frogs! 🐸 🐸 🐸

🌞🐸 Get Ready for the 2025 Frog Derby in Augusta! 🐸🌞
Hop on over to Main Street & 2nd Street in Augusta, KY for one of the most unique and fun events of the summer –
the "FROG DERBY"!
Sponsored by Metcalfe-Hennessey Funeral Home

📅 Sunday, August 31st, 2025
🕓 Starts at 4:00 PM

Bring your best frog and join the race for the
“Best Frog Derby Around!” Families, kids, and visitors alike will enjoy the excitement, laughter, and small-town charm that make this event a crowd favorite.

✅ Pre-register your frog by calling 606-756-2270 to secure your spot in the race!

✨ Don’t miss this lighthearted tradition that showcases Augusta’s playful community spirit. Whether you’re racing, cheering, or just soaking in the atmosphere, the Frog Derby is sure to make your visit unforgettable.

👉 Mark your calendars, bring your frog, and join us for a hoppin’ good time in Augusta, Kentucky!