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04/08/2026

Today is Draw a Bird Day, an annual day to lighten the mood and tap into creativity. Making something is therapeutic. Give it a whirl and see how you feel!

https://www.dabday.com

04/07/2026

https://www.byrnfuneralhome.net/obituary/ladoska-jean-harrison-wheeler

Ladoska Jean Harrison Wheeler, 92, of Parrottsville, TN formerly of Mayfield, KY passed away Monday, April 6, 2026 at the home of her son. She was a retired inspector for Wal-Mart Distribution Center in Lauren, SC, and a member of the High Point Baptist Church in Mayfield. Mrs. Wheeler is

04/05/2026

Sending out Easter greetings and sincere wishes for a lovely day!

04/03/2026

Have you ever seen a recipe on a gravestone? An author has documented 40 recipes found on grave markers around the world and the family stories that go with these treasured memories. Learn more in this interview with Rosie Grant from the Los Angeles Public Library. We'll also link to a video story that shows some of the recipes and talks with families who benefit from this permanent personalization of women who made beloved family foods.
https://www.lapl.org/collections-resources/blogs/lapl/interview-author-rosie-grant

04/02/2026

https://www.byrnfuneralhome.net/obituary/rev-thomas-allen-mathis

Rev. Thomas Allen Mathis, age 81, of Mayfield passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at his residence. He was a member of High Point Baptist Church and a retired Southern Baptist Pastor. Rev. Mathis is survived by his wife, Pam Mathis one son, James Mathis of Mayfield, KY two

04/01/2026

Adult Sewing Class
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 5:30 pm
Graves County Extension Office
4200 State Route 45 North, Mayfield, KY
Come on out and learn the basics of sewing. Practice mending, hemming, sewing on buttons or bring a project you’ve been meaning to finish and get a little guidance along the way. This event is designed for all experience levels, this is less about perfection and more about building confidence—whether you’re picking up a needle for the first time or returning to a practice you once loved. Come with curiosity. Leave with something you fixed! Call to register:
https://www.visitmayfieldgraves.org/events/adult-sewing/

04/01/2026

https://www.byrnfuneralhome.net/obituary/kristin-sims

Mrs. Kristin Sims, age 39, of Symsonia passed away on March 30, 2026 at her residence. She was a member of Coldwater Church of Christ and the assistant director of Clarks River Baptist Church Daycare. Mrs. Sims is survived by her husband, Justin Sims her parents, Kevin and Tammy Smith

03/28/2026

We all know someone who has experienced a loss. Showing support for them could make their day. The Option B website offers 3 tips for reaching out to someone who is grieving.
1. Offer something specific
2. Treat them like THEY want to be treated
3. Validate their feelings
See the link to read a bit more about these three options for helping a friend or family member at a difficult time.
https://optionb.org/supporting-others/support-others-in-specific-concrete-ways

03/27/2026

https://www.byrnfuneralhome.net/obituary/steven-brooks-barger

Steven Brooks Steve Barger, 74, died in Nashville,TN, Tuesday, March 24, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born in Mayfield, KY in 1951, Steve was a proud Mayfield Cardinal, having played on both the Cardinals golf and football teams. He graduated with the class of 1970. After high school, Steve atten...

03/26/2026

https://www.byrnfuneralhome.net/obituary/khouri-v-jones-knueppel

Mrs. Khouri V. Jones Knueppel, age 46, of Murray, formerly of Mayfield, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at her residence. She is survived by her husband of 7 years, William Knueppel her parents, Darrell and Jane Jones of Mayfield, KY three sons, Dalton Scott Blythe of Mayfield, KY,

03/26/2026

https://www.byrnfuneralhome.net/obituary/carolyn-naomi-tyler

Carolyn Naomi Tyler was born October 8, 1963 to the late Leomar Tyler, Sr. and Hathia R. Tyler in Mayfield, KY. Nannie made her transition to her heavenly home on March 25, 2026. She was a graduate of Mayfield High School class of 1982. She was a former employee of