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Mary Lou Sowders, 78, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at home on Monday, April 6, 2026. Born on September 13, 194...
04/07/2026

Mary Lou Sowders, 78, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at home on Monday, April 6, 2026. Born on September 13, 1947 in Stanford to the late John Chappell and the late Alice Buchanan Chappell. She retired from ATR after 20+ years working as a machine operator. She enjoyed reading, working puzzles, shopping, quilts, purses and working in her flowers. Her favorite thing to do was spending time with her family and friends. She was a also a member of Doctor’s Fork Baptist Church.

Survivors include two sons, Joey Sowders (Nikki) and Jeff Sowders (Christi); one sister, Catherine Dishon; grandchildren, Caleb Sowders, Codie Sowders, Brooke Shewmaker (Devin), Jordan Sowders, Courtney Bowen, Jaylan Sowders, Corey Andrew Elder, Wade Goode (Mahaley), Karey Cress (Kris Coleman) and Kasey Hale (Tyler); great-grandchildren, Ollie Kate Napier, Deacon Warren Hicks, Haze Douglas, August Leach, Adalyn Hurt, Skylar Shewmaker, Sawyer Shewmaker, Worth Goode, Patience Norman, Parker Norman, Emberly Cress, Isabella Hale, Camryn Hale, Mason Hale and Asher Hale; and special “sister” friends, Linda Witt and Sharon Ryan.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Alice Chappell; six siblings, Johnny Chappell, Clarence “Buddy” Chappell, Bobby Chappell, Ronald Chappell, Fern Godbey and Ruth Pruitt; her life companion of 40+ years, Hoyt Keith.

A one-day service will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Doctor’s Fork Baptist Church in Perryville, KY. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. with Bro. John David Lane officiating. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford.

Active Pallbearers are Caleb Sowders, Codie Sowders, Jordan Sowders, Jaylan Sowders and Wade Goode.

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Clarence Wesley Reed, 72, of Lexington, KY passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026 at University of Kentucky Hospital. Born...
04/07/2026

Clarence Wesley Reed, 72, of Lexington, KY passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026 at University of Kentucky Hospital. Born on April 24, 1953 in Stanford, KY to the late W.C. Reed and the late Virginia Wardrip Reed.

Wesley was a man who found joy in the roar of an engine, the shine of a freshly polished hood, and the camaraderie found within the car show community. He was a familiar face at car shows across Kentucky, proudly showcasing "Warlok," his prized 2010 orange Camaro. Wesley's weekends during the summer were marked by these exciting events, where he found joy and friendship with people who shared his passion. Wesley also enjoyed being outdoors, sitting at the lake fishing. He was a member of Mt. Moriah Christian Church.

Survivors include two children, Justin Reed (Katie) and Teresa Reed; one sister, Teresa Campbell (David); several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews; and a special friend, Vicky Arthur.

He is preceded in death by his parents, W.C. and Virginia Reed.

A one-day service will be held on Friday, April 10, 2026 at Mt. Moriah Christian Church in Stanford, KY. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Moriah Christian Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to: Mt. Moriah Christian Church Cemetery Fund, 8545 Hwy 1247, Stanford, KY 40484.

04/05/2026

Deborah Hoskins Kuhn Memorial Video

Debbie was born to the late Howard and Edith Hoskins in Stanford, KY. She passed away after a hard-fought battle with ca...
04/03/2026

Debbie was born to the late Howard and Edith Hoskins in Stanford, KY. She passed away after a hard-fought battle with cancer on Thursday April, 2nd in Danville, KY.

Along with her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by her grandparents George and Stella Hoskins and John and Alva Bowling, all of Stanford, KY.

Debbie is survived by her husband Richard of 29 years. Surviving and so loved are her sons: Jeremy (Stacy) Renner, Brandon (Gabby) Renner, both of Harrodsburg, Josh (Tabitha) Renner, and James Tyler (Trinity) Carmickle, both of Danville. Surviving also are her siblings: Jerry (Gail) Hoskins of Morgantown, NC, Karen Smith of Danville, Keith (Sharon) Hoskins of Richmond, and Johnny (Teresa) Hoskins of Stanford.

Grandchildren, and the absolute light of her life are Morgan, Logan, Carson, Savanah, Owen, Charli, Madelyn, Everly, Silas and Sutton. She also loved her many nieces and nephews deeply.

Most recently, Debbie was a member of Southland Christian Church, but her faith was developed early in life at a small church now known as Hebron Lakeside Church in Stanford. It was there that she was baptized into the Christian faith as a young girl.

Debbie taught children in Sunday school for 20 years, from infants through sixth grade, and helped to “train them up in the way they should go” (Proverbs 22:6). Her later years were spent enjoying her time with her children and grandchildren. She loved catching every activity she could squeeze in.

In her work life she held several meaningful roles including office assistant, human resources, Kuhn Electric co-owner/bookkeeper, bank teller, health department home-visitor (HANDS) and lactation consultant.

She loved the lord Jesus with all her heart, mind and soul. She will be deeply missed and leaves a legacy that will live on through her beloved family.

Visitation will be on Sunday, April 5, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Spurlin Funeral Home in Stanford, KY. The funeral will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. with Bro. Matthew Robbins officiating. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford.

Active Pallbearers are Logan Renner, Morgan Renner, Matthew Hoskins, Jason Hoskins, Hunter Abshire and Caleb Aldridge.

04/02/2026

Scott Tankersley Memorial Video

Scot Tankersley, 67, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Born on April 12, 1958 ...
03/27/2026

Scot Tankersley, 67, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Born on April 12, 1958 in Tampa, Florida to the late Ronald G. Tankersley and the late Wanda Daughtery Christison. Scot worked in maintenance at American Greetings for 18 years. He continued his career in maintenance for another 18 years at the Lincoln County Board of Education. He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church.

In his life away from work, Scot was an outdoorsman. He loved to hunt and shoot guns when he was younger. He was most at peace when he was on a boat surrounded by the open water. His love for the outdoors was only surpassed by the love for his family.

Survivors include his loving wife, Connie Tankersley of Stanford; one daughter, Kaci Tankersley (Jared Brannen) of Stanford; one grandson, Liam Scot Brannen; one half-sister, Wendy Tankersley; and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by mother, Wanda Christison; father, Ronald Tankersley; and one brother, Barry Tankersley.

A one-day service will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Spurlin Funeral Home in Stanford, Kentucky. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m. with Bro. Jonathan Grizzell officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Gardens in Danville, Kentucky.

Active Pallbearers are Dexter Wall, Jared Brannen, Todd Kirkpatrick and Steve Bailey. Honorary Pallbearers are Johnny Robbins and Liam Brannen.

Thomas L. Sinclair, 71, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at Lexington V.A. Medical Center on Saturday, March 21, 2...
03/23/2026

Thomas L. Sinclair, 71, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at Lexington V.A. Medical Center on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Born on June 29, 1954 in Bowling Green, KY to the late Hobson Sinclair and the late June Rose Garrett. He is the widower to the late Patricia Mae Sinclair. Thomas was a member of Stanford Baptist Church. He was also a Veteran of the U.S. Airforce.

He is survived by one sister, Susan Henon (Scott); niece and nephew, Jamie (TC)and Cory; and several great nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Mae Sinclair; mother, June Rose Garrett; father, Hobson Sinclair; one brother, Henry Lee Sinclair; and one sister, Elizabeth Rose Sinclair.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at Spurlin Funeral Home from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The funeral service will immediately follow at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Steve Dismuke officiating. Burial will follow on Friday, March 27, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. central time at Fairview Cemetery in Bowling Green, KY.

Floyd Coleman, 84, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at Stanford Crossing on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Born on Januar...
03/16/2026

Floyd Coleman, 84, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at Stanford Crossing on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Born on January 3, 1942 in Casey County to the late Virgil Coleman and the late Ersie Brown Coleman.

Outside of farming, Floyd had an affinity for the simpler pleasures in life. His hobbies included fishing, singing, and listening to gospel music on the radio. His favorite radio show was the swap n shop, known as the general store on WPBK-FM. Floyd's loved going for chicken dinners and trips to the park with his children when they were younger. He also attended church at Faith Temple in Jesus Name.

Survivors include three sons, Jackie Coleman (Donna), Matthew Coleman and Timothy Coleman; step-daughter, Nora Judd (Robert); one sister, Anna Lee Griffin; three grandchildren, Steven Coleman, Dylan Coleman and Izayah Coleman; and two step-grandchildren, Shanna Rice and Jacob Judd

He is preceded in death by his wife, Lorene Malicoat Coleman; parents, Virgil and Ersie Coleman; three brothers, Vernon Coleman, Lonzo Coleman and Clifford Coleman; and two sisters, Violet Kidd and Hazel Goode.

A one-day service will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026 at Spurlin Funeral Home in Stanford, KY. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, Kentucky.

John Coleman, 63, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 23, 2026. Born on December 10, 1962...
02/23/2026

John Coleman, 63, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 23, 2026. Born on December 10, 1962 in Danville, KY to the late Sam and Ethel Conaster Coleman.

John was a man who never met a stranger, a true cutup. He had a knack for making people smile with his jokes and stories. His love for Ginseng hunting and riding 4-wheelers, particularly the thrill of getting stuck in and then escaping the mud, was second to none. However, what truly set John apart was his unique ability to turn the mundane into the memorable. John lived each day with a sense of purpose and passion, fueled by his love for his family and his cattle. He was a member of Hilltop House of Praise.

Survivors include his loving wife, Pam Rhoades Coleman; five sons, Jeffrey Reynolds (Elizabeth) of Stanford, Johnthan Coleman (Brittany) of Stanford, Eric Coleman (Danielle) of Stanford, Aaron Coleman of Stanford and Nicholas Lay of Oregon; two daughters, Brandye Hardin (Brandon) of Texas and Annette Rhoades of Wi******er, KY; two sisters, Christine Smith and Connie Peyton; two brothers, Mark Coleman and Jerry Coleman; and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his special dogs/kids, Socks and Rosco.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Ethel “Mammie” Coleman; six siblings, Clyde Coleman, Becky Mounce, Brenda Griffin, Louis Coleman, Gordon Coleman and Faye Griffin; and one grandson, Deven Dees.

Visitation will be on Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Spurlin Funeral Home in Stanford, KY with Bro. Mike Martin officiating. Burial will follow at Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford.

Active Pallbearers are Scott Newcomb, Kris Coleman, Jeffrey Reynolds, Stanley “Porky” Moore, C.J. Hampton, Josh Gerkey, Johnnie Hodge and Scotty Burkhart.

Honorary Pallbearers are Bruce Holt, Danny Harmon, Steve Turner, Steve Coleman and Ralph Gerkey.

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40484

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