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11/05/2025

In Loving Memory of Paul William Smith
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11/04/2025

We strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where families can find comfort and peace during difficult moments.

11/03/2025

Jeffrey M Brown

Jeffrey M. Brown, 65, of Nicholasville, Kentucky, husband of Cristen Brown, passed away on October 27, 2025, in Danville, Kentucky. Jeff worked as a maintenance technician and was a Navy Veteran. In addition to being survived by his wife, he is survived by his sisters Dana Bowling (Nathan), Morehead, Ky, Shawn Johnson (Bruce), Lancaster, KY, and brother Carey David Switzer, Lancaster, KY. He is also survived by his fur babies, dogs Cree and Shawnee, and his cat, Gully. He is...

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11/03/2025

Paul William Smith

Paul William Smith, age 82, loving husband of Etta Doolin Smith, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Paul was born in Lexington, Kentucky, on February 9, 1943, to the late Lawrence B. Smith and Flossie Humphrey Smith. Paul was an OTR truck driver who worked for Overnight and Stix Transportation and was a United States Veteran serving in the Army. Survivors include three daughters, Janet Renee Brown, Paula Gayle Smith, and Kimberly...

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11/01/2025

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Betts & West Funeral Home was founded with one goal: to provide families with the best possible care during their time of loss. We have committed to continuing that same service for the coming generations.

10/31/2025

Steven Wayne Stokley

Steven Wayne Stokley, age 42, loving father of Joshua Wayne Stokley, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at St. Joseph Jessamine. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky, on August 31, 1983, the son of the late Darrell Wayne Stokley and Sandra Kay Neal Stokley. Steven worked in construction. In addition to his son, Josh, he is survived by two brothers, Darrell Stokley and Andy (Jolene Potter) Stokley, and a sister, Shawna Stokley. The family has chosen cremation, and no...

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10/31/2025

Larry Allan Whitaker

Larry Allen Whitaker, 78, loving husband of Donna Smith Whitaker, to whom he had been married for 56 years. passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Baptist Health Lexington after a long illness. He was born in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, on October 12, 1947, to the late Vincent Whitaker and Marie Kilburn Whitaker. After retiring from Whitaker’s Auto Body in Downtown Lexington, Larry spent time with his family and friends, as well as his brother, Greg. Larry was also...

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10/31/2025

🎃 Halloween is a time for community, laughter, and a little candy, too. Whether you’re trick-or-treating, handing out sweets, or just enjoying the fall evening, we’d love to hear how you’re celebrating. Tell us below!

10/30/2025

In Loving Memory of Debra Lynn Hager
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10/30/2025

Robert Lee Kerns

Robert Lee Kerns, 75, formerly of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Nicholasville Nursing & Rehabilitation in Nicholasville, Kentucky. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky, on May 13, 1950, the son of the late Robert G. Kerns and Dorothy Bottoms Morris. Survivors include a son, Robert Franklin Kerns; a daughter, Lucinda Lee Walker; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a sister, Pat Hurt. Cremation was selected, and the family has requested that no services be scheduled.Betts &...

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10/30/2025

❤️ Wise words from Brene Brown on compassion and connection:

My mom taught us never to look away from people’s pain.

The lesson was simple:
Don’t look away. Don’t look down. Don’t pretend not to see hurt. Look people in the eye. Even when their pain is overwhelming.

And when you are in pain, find the people who can look you in the eye.

We need to know we are not alone, especially when we are hurting.

This lesson is one of the greatest gifts of my life.

– Brene Brown

10/28/2025

Thank you to all who submit such kind and thoughtful reviews and testimonials. It's always an honor to serve families in their time of need!