Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home

10/30/2025

Margery Dale VanArsdale Kelly

Margery Dale VanArsdale Kelly was born October 25, 1933 in Green County, KY to the late Eugene and Grace Lee Kessler VanArsdale. She departed this life Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at her home in Greensburg, having attained the age of ninety-two years and four days.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the South Greensburg Baptist Church. She began working at Peoples Bank in Greensburg in 1952. After 53 ½ years she retired. People’s bank was PBI Bank at the time of her retirement.

Besides her parents she was preceded in death December 13, 2018 by her husband Clinton Walton Kelly. She is also preceded in death by one son: Clinton Eugene Kelly, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Forrest Kelly, Udell Kelly, Ruby Kelly and Mary Sue VanArsdale

She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law: Theresa Kelly Roberson and her husband Randy, one brother: Dwayne VanArsdale, two sisters-in-law: Cheryl Kelly and Sylvia Kelly, all of Greensburg, plus a host of other relatives and friends.

A Graveside service for Margery Dale VanArsdale Kelly will be 1 p.m. Central Time Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Fry Baptist Church Cemetery in the Fry Community of Green County with Bro. James Walker officiating. Visitation will be 5 P.M. until 8 P.M. Saturday and 7 A.M. until 12:30 P.M. Sunday at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg.

The family has requested expressions of sympathy be donations to Hosparus of Green River or the charity of choice. These can be made at the funeral home.

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10/28/2025

Edyth Coffey Funeral Service

10/26/2025

Tonya Lynn Marshall Thomas

Tonya Lynn Marshall Thomas was born September 17, 1968, in Green County, KY to the late Robert Chrisman Marshall and Brenda Clark Currans who survives. She departed this life, Saturday, October 25, 2025, at her home, having attained the age of fifty-seven years, one month and eight days of age.

Besides her father, she is preceded in death by her stepfather: Clarence “Buster” Currans.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Asbury Methodist Church. She was a high school graduate and was a Customer Service Representative for a Travel Agency.

She is survived by two sons: Austin and Josh Thomas, both of Greensburg; two grandchildren: Riley and Brooklyn Thomas; her mother: Brenda Clark Currans of Greensburg; siblings: Clark Marshall and his wife Kristin of Greensburg, Chris Marshall and his wife Tammy of Marion County, Chris Currans and his wife Brooke, and Stephanie Franklin all of Lexington; two special dogs: Gracie and Tiki. Plus, a host of other relatives and friends.

The funeral service for Tonya Lynn Marshall Thomas will be held Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 1PM Central Time with Bro. Greg Whitlow officiating. Burial will follow in the family cemetery.

Visitation will begin at 10AM on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, until the funeral service at 1PM at Foster-Toler Curry Funeral Home.

Pallbearers: Jameson Stillwell, Ethan Murphy, Porter Lobb, Trey Marshall, Jason Thompson, Scott Lapetina

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10/25/2025

Edyth Turner Coffey

Edyth Coffey was born March 28, 1943, in Green County, KY to the late Frank and Lura Akin Turner. She departed this life Friday, October 24. 2025, at her home, having attained the age of eighty-two years, six months and twenty-seven days.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Ebenezer Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed walking, sitting and talking with friends cooking and especially enjoyed her grandchildren and family. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by three brothers and one sister: Tom, Joe, Jim and Mary Francis Turner

She is survived by her husband Willard Oz Coffey, two sons: Tim Coffey of Mercer Island, Washington, Michael Coffey of Starkville, Mississippi, one daughter: Anne Yetter of Mesa, Arizona, two grandchildren: Macy and Kate Yetter, plus a host of other relatives and friends.

The funeral service for Edyth Turner Coffey will be 10 am Central Time Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg with Rev. Brenson Bishop officiating. Burial will follow in the Ebenezer Presbyterian Church Cemetery in the Ebenezer Community of Green County.

Visitation will be 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Central Time Monday, October 27, 2025 and after 7 a.m. Central Time Tuesday at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg.

Pallbearers: Scott Humphrey, Larry Ennis, Eugene “Pee Wee” Coffey, Greg “Hoss” Coffey, Rod Moore, James Turner, Greg Laramore, Billy Joe Lowe

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy be donations to St. Jude Children’s Research. These can be made at the funeral home.

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10/14/2025

Joshua Michael Buck

Joshua Michael Buck was born September 12, 1982 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to the late Terry Eugene Buck and Lisa Ann Shanley Buck. He departed this life Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Jane Todd Crawford Hospital in Greensburg, KY, having attained the age of forty-three years and one month.

He enjoyed being an automotive mechanic. He loved fishing and adored his family. He referred to his wife as “gorgeous wifey” and his son “little man or buddy. He loved his dogs: Brownie Tux and Rambo.

He is survived by his wife: Cara Lynne Buck, son: Zachary Trenton-Floyd Buck of Greensburg, brother: Brian Buck of Indiana, mother-in-law: Lorrie Ennis of Greensburg, sister-in-law: Windy Holloway of Glasgow, nephew: Bentley Talbot of Glasgow, plus a host of other relatives and friends.

Following Joshua’s wishes the family chose cremation. There will be a memorial service at a later date.

The family has requested that expression of sympathy be donations to Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home to help with the expenses.

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09/30/2025

Andrew Adams Rakes

Andrew Adams Rakes was born January 3, 1962, to the late Bobby Neal and Gladys Francis Pittman George. He departed this life on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Jane Todd Crawford Hospital in Greensburg, having attained the age of sixty-three years, eight months, and twenty-four days of age.

He was of the Catholic faith, obtained a bachelor’s degree and was a retired pharmacy technician at UK Hospital.

Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by one son: Andrew Rakes II; and one brother: William Jason Rakes.

He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law: Amber and Chris Berry of Summersville, stepfather: Jimmy George of Greensburg, brothers: Nicholas Rakes of Greensburg, Neal Rakes and his wife Kim of Missouri; sisters: Franki George and Beth George of Greensburg; five grandchildren: Crista, Adam, Luke and Daniel Copeland all of Naples Florida and Gracie Copeland of Summersville, KY; plus a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangements for Andrew Adams Rakes will be held Thursday October 2, 2025, at 11AM Central Time at Foster Toler Curry Funeral Home officiated by Bro. Cliffton Sullivan with burial to follow at Bennett Cemetery, in the Gabe Community of Green County. Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 5PM until 8PM Central time and after 7AM on Thursday until time of the service at Foster Toler Curry Funeral Home.

The family has requested donations to the Family Funeral Fund and those can be made at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Jimmy George, Kamran Fulkerson, Corey Marshall, Ayden George, Tylan George Nick Rakes

Honorary Pallbearers: Crista Copeland, Adam Copeland, Luke Copeland, Daniel Copeland, Gracie Copeland, Nicholas Rakes, Bobby Neal Rakes, Jr.

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09/29/2025

Polly Doris Abston

Polly Doris Abston, was born March 20, 1940, in Green County, KY to the late Randolph Nunn and Dorothy Lee Rock Nunn. She departed this life on Friday, September 26, 2025, at Green River Trails Nursing Home in Greensburg, having attained the age of eighty-five years, six months and six days.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Methodist faith. She was a homemaker.

Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Lucinda Edwards; son, Joseph Posey and a brother: Tommy Ray Nunn.

She is survived by her husband John Abston, one granddaughter: Katrina Harmon and her husband Michael of Magnolia, two great granddaughters: Emily and Hailey Harmon, one step-daughter: Pam Abston of Summersville and two step-grandchildren, plus a host of other relatives and friends.

A Memorial Service for Polly Doris Abston will be 5 pm Central Time Friday, October 3, 2025 at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg with Bro. Dale Curry officiating.

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09/27/2025

Tavie Louise Perry

Tavie Louise Perry was born February 28, 1942, in Green County, KY to the late John Daniel “Dan” Coffey and Virginia “Virgie” Bagby Coffey. She departed this life Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Green River Trails Nursing Home in Greensburg, having attained the age of eighty-three years, seven months and thirty days.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Greensburg Separate Baptist Church. She was a factory and restaurant worker. She was also a homemaker. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by five brothers: Richard Hayes Coffey, Cecil B. Coffey, Glen R. Coffey, Gene Austin Coffey and William Albert Coffey.

She is survived by one sister: Margaret Coffey Houk of Greensburg, three nephews and one niece: Larry and Lester Houk, Brian Coffey and Tina Wisdom of Greensburg, a special friend: Jim Wright, plus a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Tavie Louise Perry will be 1 pm Central Time Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg with Bro. Wayne Morgan officiating. Burial will follow in the Thompson Cemetery in the Little Barren Community of Green County. Visitation will be after 10 a.m. Central Time Tuesday until the funeral time at 1 p.m. Central Time Tuesday at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home.

Pallbearers: Brian Coffey, Jon Morgan, Kenny Posey, Booie Houk, Steven Edwards, Bro. Wayne Morgan

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy be donations to the Thompson Cemetery Fund. These can be made at the funeral home.

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09/23/2025

Arlene Chaudoin Durrett Shepherd

Arlene Chaudoin Durrett Shepherd, 94, of Greensburg, Kentucky (formerly of Shepherdsville, Kentucky), returned to her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in Greensburg. Born May 3, 1931, in Green County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Helen Harrison Milby Chaudoin and James Milton "Joe" Chaudoin. Arlene's life was a testament to love, faith, and family.

A member of Eastern Gate Baptist Church, Arlene was a woman of unwavering Christian faith. She read her Bible regularly and faithfully attended church when her health allowed. She possessed an exceptional ability to see the good in others, rarely uttering a negative word about anyone. This kindness and respect for others defined her character, making Arlene a pillar of strength and stability for her family.

With a legendary sweet tooth and a wonderful sense of humor, Arlene's passion for life was evident in her many hobbies and interests. She loved fishing, proudly displaying her trophy bass in her kitchen for visitors to see. She was an avid reader and could often be found solving word puzzles. She also displayed her creativity through various arts and crafts projects. Last, but certainly not least, she was a formidable and competitive Rummy 500 player.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands Ores Durrett and Edward Shepherd; siblings William Chaudoin, Bonita Chaudoin, Harold Chaudoin, Garland "Cotton" Chaudoin, Cornella Williams, Joyce Marr, Lera DeSpain and Hallie Sharpe and 4 grandchlldren.

Family was the centerpiece of Arlene's life. Among those she leaves behind are her children, Greg (Lisa) Durrett, Stan (Kathy) Durrett, Barry Durrett, Millicent Durrett; and Patricia (Blaine) Daugherty; stepchildren Dean Shepherd, David Clinton (Cindy) Shepherd, Dennis Shepherd, Connie Starr, and Susan (Tom) Bernardi; 26 grandchildren; 45 great grandchildren; 7 great great grandchildren, plus a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services officiated by Bro. Daniel Marcum will be held at 11 am Central Time Friday, September 26, 2025, at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home with the family welcoming friends and visitors from 9 am until the funeral hour at 11 am Central Time. The committal service will be at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Greensburg City Cemetery.

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy be donations to the Gideons for Bibles. These can be made at the funeral Home.

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09/04/2025

Robert Smith

Robert Smith was born February 14, 1943, in Washington County, KY to the late William Joseph Smith and Nellie Rebecca Rudd Smith. He departed this life Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Green River Trails in Greensburg, having attained the age of 82 years.

He spent much of his life farming and building cabinets, work he took great pride in. He and his wife loved digging into family genealogy together and sharing the stories they uncovered. He was a devoted University of Kentucky fan and never missed a chance to cheer them on. More than anything, though, he loved being with his grandchildren, who were truly his greatest joy.

Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by one brother: Richard Smith, three sisters: Patricia O’Bryan, Lillian Kidwell and Clarine Carrico, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Jimmy Carrico, Leo Carrico, Casey Jones, and Louise Smith

He is survived by his wife: Beverly Colvin Smith, one daughter: Ashley Bell (Gary) and two step-daughters: Jennifer Johnson (John) of Campbellsville and Joy Cox (Todd) of Elizabethtown, five sisters: Rebecca Carrico, Regina Carrico, Faye Smith (Roy) , all of Springfield, Sarah Frances Jones of Louisville, three brothers: Joe Murray Smith (Imelda) of Warner Robbins, Georgia, Albertus Smith (Linda) of Cox’s Creek and Bernard Smith (Rosemary) of Louisville, , six grandchildren: Gage and Braxton Tucker and Addison Bell of Campbellsville, Alli Wells (Travis), Malorie and Makenna Cox of Elizabethtown, , many nieces and nephews, plus a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside service and burial for Robert Smith will be 1 p.m. Eastern Time Saturday, September 6, 2025, at St. Rose Church Cemetery in Springfield, KY with Father Pepper officiating.

Visitation will be 9 am Eastern Time until 12 noon Eastern Time Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg.

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08/25/2025

Charles Eddie Christie

Charles Eddie Christie was born October 25, 1946, in Green County, KY to the late George and Peggy Clark Christie. He departed this life Sunday, August 24, 2025, at TJ Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY, having attained the age of seventy-eight years, nine months and thirty days.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist Faith. He was a truck driver and farmer. He enjoyed spending time with his children.

Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by his daughter: Rebecca Christie

He is survived by his wife Kathy Truax Christie, two sons and three daughters: Chris Christie, Bonnie Penick, Steve Pritchard, Zakarra and Katelynn Christie, all of Green County, four sisters and two brothers-in-law: Judy Whitlock of Nicholasville, KY, Joyce and David Corbin of Lexington, Georgia Houk and Melissa and John DeSpain, of Green County, one grandchild: Whitney Clark plus a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Charles Eddie Christie will be conducted 2 pm Central Time Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg with Bro. James Walker officiating. Burial will follow in the Greensburg Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 26, 2025, and after 7 am Wednesday, August 27, 2025, until the funeral time at 2 pm CT

Pallbearers: Russ Vaughn, J.W. Houk, John DeSpain, Greg Corbin, David Newcomb, Charles Miller

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy be donations to SPCA Animal Cruelty. These can be made at the funeral home.

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08/16/2025

Dorothy Ann Penick

Dorothy Ann Penick was born June 3, 1940, in Green County, Kentucky to the late Richard Lewis Penick and Marie Wilson Antle Penick. She departed this life Saturday, August 16, 2025, at her home in Green County, having attained the age of eighty-five years, two months and thirteen days.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of The Least, The Last, The Lost Ministry and Higher Ground Community Church. She loved cooking and taking care of people. She had a special love for birds and was known to catch hummingbirds on occasion. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by two brothers: Randall and Marvin Penick.

She is survived by two daughters and two sons: Charles Keith Dobson and his wife Pam of Summersville, Kim Hutcherson and Terri Denham, both of Greensburg and William Meredith and his wife Amanda of Shepherdsville, six grandchildren: Nicki Mitchell, Tasha Buckner, Alex Hutcherson, Ceanna Denham, Bryan Mixon and Addison Meredith and six great grandchildren.

The funeral service for Dorothy Ann Penick will be conducted at 7 p.m. Central Time Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg with Bro. Casey Durrett, Bro. Roger Scott and Bro. Jimmy Engle. There will be a graveside service 1 pm CT Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at Green County Memory Gardens in the Summersville Community of Green County.

The visitation will be from 12 noon CT until the funeral hour at 7 pm CT Tuesday at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home.

Pallbearers: Buck Henderson, Jonah Sidebottom, Todd Brown, Patrick Hutcherson, Kyle Glasscoe, Chad Milby

Honorary Pallbearers: Hosparus of Green River Staff

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy be donations to Hosparus of Green River. These can be made at the funeral home.

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