Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine

03/27/2026

Raymond Lee Findly, age 64, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Richmond at the Compassionate Care Center.

Raymond was a pilot who had a deep love for airplanes. He found great peace and joy in flying the aircraft he had built himself. Raymond was also a successful businessman, operating a thriving business in California for more than 30 years. After retiring, he moved to Ravenna, Kentucky, where he had made his home for the past four years.

He is survived by his loving mother, Delores Findly of Ravenna, Kentucky; his stepdaughter, Ashley Austin of California; and two sisters, Brenda (David) McClean of Arizona and Lori Sabourin of North Carolina.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Lewis Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine.

03/23/2026

With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Emma Jean Stevens, age 87, a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Emma Jean Stevens, the widow of Donald Ray Stevens, passed away peacefully with her family by her side. She was born on July 22, 1938, to the late William Bush Trimble and Sadie Elizabeth Reynolds Trimble.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory two daughters, Becky (Tom) Brinegar and Susan (Jeff) Mayo; one son, Marty (Wendy) Stevens; seven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; along with many extended family members and friends who will cherish her memory.

In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, Marvin Lee Trimble.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at St. Hubert’s Episcopal Cemetery, with Steven Moore officiating.

Lewis Funeral Home would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the family of Emma Jean Stevens for entrusting us with her care during this time of loss

03/21/2026

James Stepp, age 44, of Wi******er, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Clark Regional Medical Center in Wi******er. James was loved by many and was a longtime resident of Beacon of Hope, where he formed many meaningful friendships over the years. He was cared for deeply by those who knew him and will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched.

An ash scattering ceremony will be held at a later date.

03/20/2026

Arthur Ray Abney, age 85, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Ravenna, Kentucky. He was born on May 18, 1940, to the late Everett Abney and the late Myrtle Abney.

Arthur enjoyed watching the Kentucky Wildcats play basketball and spending time playing in a softball league. He found great joy cheering on his favorite teams, but his greatest happiness came from spending time with his children and grandchildren, whom he loved dearly. Arthur was a member of the Church of God. He was retired from the Blue Grass Army Depot and was also a farmer who truly loved working the land.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Betty Jane Abney; two sisters, Jewell Abney Robbins and Belva Bennett; and one brother, Lenlie Abney.

He is survived by two daughters, Sandy (Bobby) Lee of Irvine, Kentucky, and Jenny (Blaine) Ervin of Jeffersonville, Kentucky; one son, Anthony (Melissa) Abney of Irvine, Kentucky; and two brothers, Donald (Marie) Abney and Ernie (Glenda) Abney, both of Estill County. He also leaves behind seven grandchildren: MiKayla Ervin, Joshua Ervin, Aaron Abney, Bobby Lee, Brandon Lee, Austin Abney, and Lawson Abney.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Lewis Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Jim Hall officiating. Burial will follow in the family cemetery on Patsy Road.

Serving as active pallbearers will be MiKayla Ervin, Joshua Ervin, Aaron Abney, Bobby Lee, Brandon Lee, and Austin Abney, with Lawson Abney serving as an honorary pallbearer.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine.

03/17/2026

JB Wiseman, born September 4, 1939, to Lilly Neal Wiseman and Jake Wiseman in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away March 15, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. He was preceded in death by his parents and six siblings.
JB was a graduate of his beloved Irvine High School and a proud Irvine Eagle. He participated in all sports and carried a love for athletics throughout his life—not just as a player and coach, but as a devoted fan. Though he once wore the black and white stripes as a referee, he was always quick to challenge any official who made a call against Estill County or UK. Many will remember him as their number one fan.

He was a retired employee of the L&N/CSX Railroad. JB was also well known for caring for many lawns throughout the communities of Irvine and Ravenna. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served more than 20 years in the Army Reserve, retiring as a First Sergeant in 1996. If you listened to his stories, you might believe he was the very best at everything he did.

JB loved his family with all his heart and had a special fondness for children. He was intentional about spending time with family, and keeping traditions alive was important to him. He loved the Lord and was baptized at Friendship Baptist Church, where he attended services for many years before his illness.

He is survived by his wife, Janis May Hovermale Wiseman; his children, Jay Alan Wiseman and wife Jennifer, John David Wiseman, and Judy Wiseman Winkler and husband Chris; his grandchildren, Joshua Clay Winkler and wife Sarah, Jay Christopher Winkler and wife Baleigh, and Allie Wiseman; and his great-grandchildren, Conley Clay Winkler, Alexander Cole Winkler, Cambri Elizabeth Winkler, and Milani Taige Wiseman–Johnson, along with many extended family members and special friends.

His family will always be grateful for his dedication, loyalty, support, and love.
Pallbearers will be Josh Winkler, Jay Winkler, Clint Wiseman, Darrell Tate, Edward John Wilson, and Clay Baber.
Honorary pallbearers are his softball teammates, fellow reservists, and his CSX bridge crew.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to Hospice Care Plus of Richmond, Kentucky, The Alzheimer’s Association, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, or The Legends (Boosters of Estill County High School).
Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 18, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Lewis Funeral Home on Main Street in Irvine. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2:00 p.m. at Lewis Funeral Home.
Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

He will be remembered for his love of family, his devotion to his community, and for always being Estill County’s number one fan.

03/14/2026

Peggy Jo Henry Isaacs passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Baptist Health in Richmond. She was born on December 26, 1952, in Jackson County to the late Black Henry and the late Edna Henry. Peggy was a devoted homemaker who loved her family dearly and cherished every moment spent with them.

She is survived by her two daughters, Viola Sue Isaacs and Cathy (Jason Wilder) Isaacs of Irvine; one son, Benny (Jennifer) Ray Isaacs Jr. of Irvine; and three grandchildren, Benjamin Kyle Isaacs, Caleb Paul Isaacs, and Sydney Lauren Henderson. She is also survived by four sisters, Jenny (Bill) Willis, Lois Plowman, Lillie Marcum, and Barbara Tipton, all of Irvine; and four brothers, Roy (Annette) Henry of Louisville, Ernie (Teresa) Henry of Ravenna, Steve Henry of Irvine, and Glen (Wanda) Henry of Irvine. She also leaves behind a special nephew, Frank (Carolyn) Cox.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Tommy Henry; one sister, Lahoma Raider; one nephew, Otis Cox; and two nieces, Jennifer Dawn Friend and Sue Ann Henry.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Lewis Funeral Home in Irvine with Phillip Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Oakdale Cemetery in Irvine.

Pallbearers will be Bill Friend, Roy David Henry, RJ Tipton, Bennie Isaacs Jr., Kaleb Isaacs, Jason Wilder, Benjamin Isaacs, and Robbie Henry.

Visitation will be held from 6:00–8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Lewis Funeral Home in Irvine.

03/10/2026

Michael Edward McDowell, age 47, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026, at his residence in Estill County. He was born on December 1, 1978, to the late Thomas Edward McDowell and the late Nancy Carol McDowell.

Michael enjoyed working on cars and spending time with his family, whom he loved dearly.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Michael Logan McDowell, and two brothers, Steven McDowell and Tom McDowell.

He is survived by three daughters, Ceara Nicole McDowell (Dillard), Kendra Renae McDowell, and Riley Hope McDowell; one son, Ryan Tyler McDowell; two sisters, Brenda Roberts and Tina McDowell; one brother Chad Newman; Niece Ellory Belle Newman; nephews Kingsley Edward Newman and James McDowell and two special friends, Misty Wilson and Heather Rose.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Lewis Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the McDowell Family Cemetery in Estill County officiated by Marvin Neal.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine.

03/05/2026

Beatrice Allen King, age 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the Irvine Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on March 15, 1934, to the late Elbert Isaacs and the late Leatha Isaacs.

Beatrice was a loving mother and grandmother who deeply cherished her family. She was known for her kind and caring heart and always put the needs of others before her own. She enjoyed cooking and was especially known for her delicious home-cooked meals that brought family and friends together around the table.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd King; the father of her children, Nelson Foster; two sisters, Wanda Faye Willis and Wilma Lee Isaacs; and three brothers, Olmie Isaacs, Charles Gradon Isaacs, and Eugene Isaacs.

She is survived by one daughter, Teresa Foster of Cincinnati, Ohio; one son, Darryl (Julia) Foster of Irvine, Kentucky; three grandchildren, Erin Eileen Nichols, Eric Gordon Nichols, and Christopher Foster; four great-grandchildren, Harper Nichols, Max Moushey, William Moushey, Ben Moushey; and one loving sister, Alma Willis.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 10:30 AM until 12:00 PM at Lewis Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 PM at the funeral home with Sheril Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in the Joe Miller Cemetery in Estill County.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine.

03/02/2026

03/02/2026

Phillip Glenn Croucher, age 63, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. He was the son of the late Raymond Croucher and the late Mollie Croucher.

Phillip was a kind-hearted man who was a great friend to many and truly loved everyone he met. He will be remembered for his friendship, warmth, and the many lives he touched.

He is survived by one sister, Peggy Croucher, and one brother, Jesse (Marsha) Croucher, both of Estill County; two nephews, Allan Croucher and Layden Rawlins; one niece, Veronica Abel; and several close friends including Jesse Willis, Donald McIntosh, Linda Hunt, Bryan (Crissy) Riddle, Greg Wright, Tom (Connie) Berryman, Tojo Barnes, Clyde Young, Lloyd Estes, and Ferrell Tipton.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine.

03/02/2026

Ina Jean Collins, age 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at her residence in Mount Sterling, Kentucky. She was born on March 12, 1938, in Estill County, Kentucky, to the late Henry Hall and the late Dorthy Burns. She was a devoted member of Somerset Christian Church.
Ina was a strong and devoted mother who raised four sons on her own. She was a loving and caring woman who truly enjoyed life and the time she spent with her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Sid Collins; two sisters, Beulah Jones and Pauline Clem; and two brothers, Morris Hall and Hershel Hall.
She leaves to cherish her memory her four loving sons: Eric Rice (Stacy Warner), Randall Rice (Wanda), and Ernie King (Angela), all of Mount Sterling, Kentucky, and Raymond Rice (Lora Dee) of Paris, Kentucky; one sister, Marie Alexander; and one brother, Clarence Hall, both of Mount Sterling, Kentucky. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, ten great-great-grandchildren, and four great-great-great-grandchildren, all of whom she loved dearly. She also leaves behind her special caregiver, Stacy Warner.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Lewis Funeral Home. Funeral services, officiated by Carl Wagoner, will be conducted at 3:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Warner Cemetery with Eric Rice, Ean King, Evan King, Austin Rice, Isaiah Curran, and Brian Randall serving as active pallbearers.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine.

02/28/2026

Fred Claude Ginter, age 102, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026, at the VA Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. He was born on March 6, 1923, in Ravenna, Kentucky, to the late Clay Ginter and Edith Ginter.

Fred was a lifelong member of Cow Creek Baptist Church, where he faithfully worshiped and continually praised the Lord for the many blessings of his long life. He loved God deeply and never missed an opportunity to share his faith and tell others how great his God was. Attending church brought him great joy and strength throughout the years.

He dedicated much of his working life to CSX Railroad, from which he later retired. A proud World War II veteran, Fred honorably served his country and was a member of the American Legion.

Fred found great happiness in gardening and farming. He took pride in tending his garden and was always generous in sharing its bounty with others. When he wasn’t working in the garden, he could often be found on his farm, where he found peace and contentment in the simple joys of country life.

In addition to his parents, Fred was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Delma Ginter; one sister, Thelma Pasley; a granddaughter, Rachel Ginter; and a son-in-law, Eldon Hughes.

He is survived by one daughter, Hope Hughes, and one son, Rick (Sharon) Ginter, both of Estill County; one granddaughter, Alison (Joshua) Napier of Newport, Kentucky; one grandson Clay Ginter of Estill County; one step grandson, James Hood (Elizabeth) Hughes of Estill County; his pride and joy, great-grandson Dawson Napier; and a host of nieces and nephews who will cherish his memory.

A memorial service officiated by Bro. Joe Lahremer will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Lewis Funeral Home, with a private graveside service to follow.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine.