Spurlin Funeral Home of Lancaster

06/15/2026

Albert Darrell Spillman

October 2, 1955 - June 9, 2026

Albert “Darrell” Spillman, 70, of Lancaster, passed away June 9, 2026 at his home. He was born to the late Edwin Spillman and Sula Ray Dunn on October 2, 1955, in Garrard County.

Darrell attended school at GCHS, where he was well known for his athletic skills. After he graduated, he went to work in a factory, then started his family. He gave his life to God at an early age at First Baptist Church Duncantown- South Paulding St, where he attended regularly until his illness did not allow him to.

Darrell enjoyed life with his children, siblings and friends until the Lord called him home. He also enjoyed fishing, playing bingo, and laughing with a nice cold drink among family and friends.

We love and thank you Daddy for all the love and memories. Rest peacefully in heaven.

Darrell is survived by his one and only daughter, and caregiver, Danica Hale; four sons, Michael Brewster (Tiffany Wagnor), Da'Montez Wilkinson (Tiffany), Dathan Williams, and Darius Hale; grandchildren, Malik Brewster, Mylan Brewster, Layla Brewster, Devon Wilkinson, Christofer Jones, Drake Banks and Madison Gayheart; a brother, Robert Ray of Richmond; brothers-in-law Charles Alcorn, Robert Frye and Jamie Black of Lancaster; several nieces and nephews, cousins, and many special friends are left to cherish his memory.

He was preceded in death by brothers Louie and Calvin Dunn; sisters, Ann Leavell, Shelia Alcorn, Sarona Black, and Yvonne Frye; niece, Victoria Dunn; nephew, Robert Dunn; and his loving and devoted partner of many years, Nora Hale.

Funeral services will be 1pm Thursday, June 18, 2026 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Duncantown Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11am-1pm on Thursday at the funeral home.

Spurlin Funeral Home entrusted with his arrangements.

www.spurlfuneralhomelancaster.com

06/09/2026

Irene Mullins, 90, of Lancaster, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Danville Center for Health and Rehab. She was born in Barnes Corners, New York, on July 21, 1935, to the late Jerry and Florence Hiscock. Irene was preceded in death by her loving husband, Gordon Mullins.

Irene is survived by a son, Mike Birch; grandchildren, Adam Dodson and Chase Birch; great-grandchildren, Jesse Dodson (Morgan), Savannah Horn (Gage), Remmington Dodson, Harmony Dodson, Mia Dodson, Alexandria Dodson, and Heaven Osborne; granddaughter-in-law LeAnna Dodson, step daughters, Linda Brock and Debra Bicknell.

Irene was also preceded in death by a daughter, Doris Dodson, and a grandson, James Dodson.

A graveside service will be 10:00 AM on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Camp Nelson National Cemetery with Bro. Jerry Browning officiating.

Spurlin Funeral Home entrusted with her arrangements.

www.spurlinfuneralhomelancaster.com

05/29/2026

Anna Marie Sargent

November 10, 1946 - May 28, 2026

Anna Marie Sargent, 79, of Lancaster, passed away on May 28, 2026 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center. She was born on November 10, 1946 in Lancaster, Kentucky to the late Lawrence and Virgie Mae Simpson Adams.

Anna was a homemaker and loved being Mom and Granny to her wonderful family. She enjoyed going to auctions as well listening to music and dancing.

Surviving are daughters, Carla Abney of Wi******er, Carrie Sargent of Lancaster and Kathy Perkins (Dino) of Danville; a son, Kevin Sargent of Stanford; a brother, Jimmy Adams of McKinney and two sisters, Betty Cornelius of Mitchellsburg and Peggy Adams of Lancaster; five grandchildren, Deana Childress, Arielle Perkins Scgers, BreAnna Sargent, Jared Perkins, and Brandon Isaacs; seven great-grandchildren, Kimberly and James Childress, Tristen and Kaisen Scgers, Claire and Evie Perkins and Brooklyn Means; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Anna is preceded in death by her parents, a granddaughter, Brooke Sargent and siblings, Jeannie Creech, Delores Adams, Sue Barbara Anderson, Eugene Adams, and Larry Adams.

Funeral services will be 1pm Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Spurlin Funeral Home with Bro. Tim Mathis officiating. Burial will follow in Buffalo Springs Cemetery in Stanford, Kentucky. Visitation will be from 11am until service time.

Pallbearers will be Brandon Isaacs, Jared Perkins, Justen Scgers, Dakota Means, Brian Adams and Chris Adams.

Spurlin Funeral Home entrusted with her arrangements.

www.spurlinfuneralhomelancaster.com

05/27/2026

Kristie Denae Ray
August 22, 1970 - May 25, 2026

Kristie Denae Ray, 55, of Lancaster, Kentucky, passed away on May 25, 2026. She was born on August 22, 1970, in Lexington, Kentucky, to Beverly Walker Travillian.

Kristie devoted much of her life to caring for others through her work as a nursing assistant, where her compassion and kindness touched many lives. She had a deep love for Jesus, adored cats, and found her greatest joy in being a Nana to her beloved grandchildren, Rylan and Rodman.

She is survived by her son, Christopher Luke Richardson; her grandchildren, Rylan Gast and Rodman Tolliver; and her siblings, David Wayne Travillian, Wanda Emerson, Johnney Travillian, and Jennifer Travillian, along with many extended family members and friends who loved her dearly.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Beverly Travillian; her daughter, Tabitha Jane Francis; and her brother, Gardner Travillian.

Kristie will be remembered for her caring heart, her strength, her unwavering faith, and the love she gave so freely to those around her. Her memory will live on in the many lives she touched and in the family she cherished so deeply.

Funeral services will be 2pm Monday, June 1, 2026 at Spurlin Funeral Home with Bro. Jerry Browning officiating. Burial will follow in Lancaster Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12pm until service time.

Pallbearers will be Christopher Richardson, Garrett Bryant, Rylan Gast, Barry Ray, Steven Shearer, and Gary Shearer.

Honorary pallbearers will be Rodman Tolliver and Lisa Lear.

Spurlin Funeral Home entrusted with her arrangements.

www.spurlinfuneralhomelancaster.com

05/27/2026

Rickey Warren Boatley
March 6, 1959 - May 25, 2026

Rickey Warren Boatley earned his wings on Monday, May 25, 2026.

Rickey confessed Christ at an early age at Pleasant Run Baptist Church, Buckeye, Ky, where he served as youth leader, usher and enjoyed singing.

Later years, he became a member of St. Paul AME Church, Versailles, KY, under the pastorate of Rev. Dr. Robert A.Strode. Rickey sang in the Men's Chorus, attended Church School, served as an usher and assisted in culinary arts. Upon returning to Lancaster he attended The Church of Jesus Christ, of the Apostolic Faith, under the pastorate of Bishop Earl D. Thornton. Rickey enjoyed singing and the worship experience until his health declined.

Rickey was a professional culinary artist. For many years he was employed at The Depot Restaurant, Stanford, Ky where he hailed as "The Best Cook". During summer months he enjoyed barbecuing for family and friends. Also, he enjoyed camping and fishing.

Rickey had the most wonderful sense of humor, there was never a dull moment. Even during his illness he always found a way to keep others uplifted, including physicians and staff.

He was kind and had an outgoing personality. He had numerous friends of all ages and never met a stranger.

Rickey loved his family and friends with a passion, but most of all he loved the Lord. He especially loved and was loved by his nieces and nephews. They all loved "Uncle Rickey", especially when he played (on his knees) matchbox cars with them.

He had a very close relationship with his brother-in-laws, Bishop Earl Thornton and Pastor Robert A. Strode. He was more like a little brother to them, as opposed to brother-in-laws. They affectionately referred to each other as “BIL”.

Rickey was proceeded in death by his mother Lucille Simpson Boatley, his father Wallace Warren and was reared by his grandparents Dolly and Jake Penson, nine siblings; Sylvester, Richard Allen, Jerry Walker, Curtis Wayne, Janet, Mary Ellen, Shelia Faye, Virginia Lee and Ellis Dean.

Rickey leaves to cherish his memory, two sisters Brenda (Earl) Thornton, Lancaster, Ky and Shelby (Robert "R.A.")
Strode, Frankfort, Ky. Also, he will be missed by an Aunt Lena Johnson, Louisville, Ky, two Uncles James Simpson and Walter Simpson, Lexington, Ky, nieces, nephews, great, great-great nieces, nephews and a host of cousins and extended family.

Funeral services will be 12pm Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Spurlin Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be from 11am until service time Saturday. Burial will follow in Milton Simpson Cemetery in Lincoln County, Kentucky.

Pallbearers will be Antonio Palmer, DeMond Thornton, William Thornton, Malique Thornton, Hezakyah Thornton and Tony Hood.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Ed Kubiak, Simon Norris, Henry Overstreet, and Robert Payton.

Spurlin Funeral Home entrusted with his arrangements.

www.spurlinfuneralhomelancaster.com

05/26/2026

Kimberly Dawn Burdine Basham

July 15, 1974 - May 26, 2026

Kimberly Dawn Burdine Basham, 51, of Wilmore, Kentucky left this earth peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 after a short illness while surrounded by her loving family.

Kim was born on July 15, 1974 to Carol Locker Holbrook and the late Freddy Burdine. Kim earned her cosmetology license through Barrett Beauty School in Nicholasville.

She was the very proud mother to daughter, Hilary Basham Stacy {John} and son, Blake Hunter Smitson; adoring grandmother to Gage Steven Adcock and her namesake Delilah Dawn Stacy and beloved sister to Tera Denny and April Davis Starnes {Dusty Tipton}. Also to treasure her memory are her devoted aunts and uncles, Donny Locker {Rena}, Pattie Locker Elliott {Dave}, Anita Day {Anthony}, Harold and Jimmy Burdine. Her many loving cousins will miss her humor and many ways she would make them laugh!

Kim was preceded in death by her devoted Granny and Papaw, George and Georgia Locker and grandmother, Wanda Burdine.

Funeral services will be 12 Noon Thursday, May 28, 2026 at Spurlin Funeral Home with Rev. Greg Starbuck officiating. Visitation will be from 10am until service time on Thursday.

05/25/2026

05/18/2026

View Harold Mason "Doc" Long's complete obituary, share memories, and explore heartfelt tribute posts from the community.

05/11/2026

Vernon Carman Funeral Service

May 8, 2026