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10/29/2026

Alice Faye Elkins, 83, of Stanton, KY passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Born on October 21, 1943 in Campton, KY, Faye was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and sibling. Throughout her life she was a homemaker known for her love of family, animals, and yellow roses. Faye will be remembered for her loving nature. Faye is survived by: children Deborah Faye Taylor-Derham (the late Donald Derham), Sandra Jane (Jeffery "Mutt") Willoughby, James Harlan (Angie) Elkins, Elizabeth Marie Wainscott (the late Charles "Bo**ie" Wainscott), & Tommy Wayne (Heather) Elkins; seventeen grandchildren; thirty-four great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; seven sisters; and two brothers. She was preceded in death by: husband Albert Harlan Elkins; mother Marie Dunaway; and special aunt Peggy Bowman. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00PM on Saturday, October 31 at Wells Funeral Home by Chaplain Clifford Rawls. Visitation will be held Friday, October 30 beginning at 5:00PM for family and from 6:00 until 9:00PM for friends. Burial will follow the funeral at Resthaven Cemetery in Stanton with Chris Taylor, Derrick Taylor, Blake Means, Aaron Elkins, Taylor Bell, & Zach Schwartz serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Jeff Willoughby, Kadin Richardson, Matthew Combs, & Carlos Hernandez.

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10/16/2026

Earl Douglas Adams, 76, husband of Marlene Hampton Adams, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026 at his home in Clay City, KY. He was born Monday, August 21, 1950 in Wi******er to the late Earl C. & Odetta Rice Adams. Doug was a jack-of-all-trades and an entrepeneur, having owned KY Auto Parts and having built and operated D&M Market in Stanton. He also had been in the trucking business. Best of all, he loved being a grandfather. He was a faithful Christian man and was a committed part of the congregation at Morris Creek First Church of God. In addition to his wife Marlene Adams, Doug is survived by: son Aaron (Samantha) Adams; daughter Tonya (Tim) Snowden; brother Gregory Keith (Lisa) Adams; sister Victoria Lynn (Bobby) Chappel; grandchildren Timothy Blake Snowden, Karson Douglas Snowden, & Lauryn Piper Adams; and several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Earl & Odetta Adams. Funeral services will be conducted at Wells Funeral Home on Monday, October 19th at 11:00AM with Bro. Raymond Tipton & Bro. George Sparks officiating. Visiting hours will be held Sunday evening, October 18th at the funeral home beginning at 4:00PM for family and from 5:00PM until 9:00PM for friends. Mr. Adams will be buried at Stonegate Cemetery in Stanton with Blake Snowden, Karson Snowden, Lauryn Adams, Kendall Martin, Stephen Martin, Luke Turner, & Jonathan Adams serving as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers include Bobby & Kim...

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10/16/2026

Danny Steele Neely, age 73, of Englewood, Florida, formerly of Wi******er, Kentucky, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, on October 14, 2026. Life took Danny many places, and everywhere he went, he left a lasting impression. With his larger-than-life personality, quick wit, and unforgettable storytelling, Danny could light up any room and quickly become the life of the party. He never met a stranger, and those fortunate enough to cross his path often walked away feeling as though they had known him for years. Whether gathered around the dinner table, visiting the grocery store, attending a sporting event, or simply meeting someone new, Danny had a remarkable gift for turning strangers into friends. His stories, laughter, and warm personality will forever be remembered by those who knew and loved him.
Born and raised in Wi******er, Kentucky, a Transylvania graduate, and retiree from Watson Building Inc. Danny was blessed to call several places home throughout his life, including Powell County, Rough River, and, most recently, Englewood, Florida. No matter where life took him, he carried with him his Kentucky roots, treasured memories, and countless friendships made along the way. Anyone who knew Danny knew that, aside from his family, one of his greatest passions was high school basketball. A proud Clark County Cardinal, Danny played basketball, held records, and later experienced the special joy of watching his own sons take the court. His...

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10/14/2026

Wallace Eugene Rackey, 49, of Jeffersonville, KY passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at his home. He was born Friday, January 7, 1977 in Floyd County, KY to the late Johnny Wayne & Charlene Newsome Rackey. "Wally" is survived by: sister Jennifer Rackey (Ronnie); children Aaron Conn (Addison), Caitlyn Conn (Ben), & Alyssa Rackey (Darren); five grandchildren and several nieces & nephews, as well as lifelong friend & mother of two of his children, Linda Crowe. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wife Rosa Roland Rackey and brother Billy Dewayne Rackey. Wally spent his final days holding his granddaughters and sharing old memories. He was surrounded with love and family in his final moments. No services are planned at this time.

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10/09/2026

Jimmy Lawson, 71, of Clay City, husband of Chyenna Craiger Lawson, passed away Friday, October 9, 2026 at his home. He was born September 16, 1955 to the late Floyd and Lillie Randall Lawson. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Chester Lawson, sisters, Bonnie Stacey, Gladys Smith, and Phyllis Hughes. Survivors include, wife, Chyenna Lawson; daughters, Miranda Kirby, Elizabeth Lawson, Danielle Lawson, and Jessica Conners, step-son, Jackie Rankin; brother, Mark (Earlena) Lawson; sister, Carlene "Cookie" (Charlie) Hall; and numerous grandchildren. Wells Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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10/08/2026

Syl Knox, 79, of Stanton passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Centerpoint Health, Wi******er. He was born August 31, 1947 in Stanton to the late Eldon and Dora Tharpe Knox. Syl was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Donna Knox; and brothers, Orville Knox and William Knox. He was a retiree from Tennessee Gas and a Vietnam Veteran serving in the Army. Survivors include, wife, Sheila Knox; brothers, Stanley Knox and Damon Knox; sisters, Maxine Brewer and Laverne Robinson. Services Saturday, October 10, 11:00AM Wells Funeral Home by Bro. George Sparks. Visitation Friday 5-9pm at the funeral home. Burial in Stanton Cemetery with Marty Humphrey, Hunter Humphrey, Clifford Robinson, Talmadge Knox, TJ Knox, and Darren Boyd serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Clayton and Faye Rogers, Bill and Betty Tipton, Bill King, Jamie Humphrey, and Garner Humphrey.

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10/05/2026

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10/02/2026

Lillie Mae Smith, 84, of Richmond, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026 at Compassionate Care Center, Richmond. She was born March 23, 1942 in Stanton, Kentucky to the late Roscoe and Mary Reva Rogers. Lillie Mae was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Chalmer Robinson; husband, John Smith, daughter, Vivian Vancleve; several brothers and sisters. Survivors include, son, Lester Robinson; daughters, Sharon (Roger) Rigsby, Betty (Morgan) Sexton, and Patty (Steve) Miller; sister, Martha Jean Conner; stepsisters, Christina Donahue, Lucille Romine, and Sue Calvert; eleven grandchildren; thirty-one great-grandchildren; and nine great great-grandchildren. Services Wednesday, October 7, 1:00PM Wells Funeral Home, Stanton. Visitation Tuesday 6-9pm at the funeral home. Burial in Hidden Valley Cemetery with David Sexton, Danny Sexton, Zach Collins, Glenn Cook, Alex Howell, and James Byrd serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Whitney Hunt and Whitehouse Clinic, Dr. Akhtar, Dr. Jadoon, Michelle Richardson, Tyler Rigsby, Wendall Sexton, David Crowe, William Byrd, Chris Byrd, and Gary Banks. The family would like to thank Hospice Compassionate Care Center of Richmond for their outstanding care.

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09/28/2026

Darline Rogers Bailey, 84 of Stanton, widow of Ralph Bailey, passed away Monday, September 28, 2026 at the Stanton Nursing Center. She was born April 18, 1942 in Stanton, Kentucky to the late Albert and Eula Wilburn Rogers. Survivors include, sons, David (Joanna) Bailey, Harold (Cindy) Bailey, Wendall (Kim) Bailey, Tim (Gwen) Bailey, Jason (Jessica) Bailey, daughters, Linda (Randy) Lively, Pam (Alvin) Hughes, Trish (Tim) Helton, and Jennifer Hampton; sisters, Patsy Crain, and Josephine Lawson; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and a great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and several brothers and sisters. Funeral service Friday, October 2, 2026, 10:00am Wells Funeral Home, by Bro Randy Lively. Visitation Thursday 6-8pm at the funeral home. Burial in Bailey Cemetery with Alvin Hughes, Jason Bailey, Jacob Rowland, Khanlun Bailey, Jayden Hernandez, and Ethan Helton serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers Tim Helton and Talon Lacy. The family would like to say a special thank you to Stanton Nursing Center for their care.

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09/28/2026

Christopher Nathan Lewis, 24, went to be with the Lord Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Mount Sterling. He was born October 5, 2001 in Louisville, Kentucky to Jonathan Lewis and Connie Adams Lewis. Nathan was a dedicated firefighter who took great pride in serving his community and helping others. His commitment to the fire service was more than a career. It was a calling, he approached it will courage, compassion, and willingness to always lend a helping hand. He also loved spending time outdoors. He especially enjoyed hunting and fishing, where he found peace in nature and treasured the time spent with family and friends. Though his life was far too short, the lives he touched, the friendships he made, and the service he gave to his community will remain a lasting part of his legacy. Survivors include mother, Connie Lewis; father, Jonathan Lewis; brother, Caleb Lewis; grandmother, Janet Ridgell; Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and Friends. Funeral services Thursday, October 1, 11:00AM Wells Funeral Home by Bro. Anthony Molihan. Visitation Wednesday 6-9pm at the funeral home. Burial in Scaffold Cane Cemetery, Mt. Vernon with his firefighter brothers serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Bobby Lewis, Rick Adams, Wesley Lewis, Caleb Williams, and Matt Charles. In lieu of flowers contributions suggested to help with his service https://www.tmcfunding.com/funds/christopher-nathan-lewis/17271/ or to Shelby's Way, 845 Contract...

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