Blackburn and Ward Funeral Home

06/12/2026

Glenn Allen Morgan, 78, husband of Judy G. Morgan, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026. He was born June 15, 1947, in Fayette County to the late James Richard and Mary Louise White Morgan. He retired after nearly thirty years from Columbia Gas Company. Glenn was a member of the Mt. Vernon Baptist C...

06/09/2026

Roberto Bernabé Espejo, 50, of Midway, Kentucky, passed away on June 6, 2026, at his residence.

Born on May 13, 1976, in Carrillo Puerto, Veracruz, Mexico, Roberto was the son of Jesus Bernabé and Estela Espejo. He was a hardworking mechanic and owner of Bernabé Towing. Known for his strong ...

06/08/2026

William Porter “Bill” Whitney Jr., of Bardstown, KY, passed away June 5, 2026 in the memory
care unit at Cooper Trail Senior Living in Bardstown. He was born September 24, 1943 in
Bowling Green, KY, to the late William Porter “Bill” and Geraldine Whitney. Bill graduated high
school from Kentuc...

06/05/2026

Spring and summer are meaningful times to visit the cemetery, place flowers, and reflect on the lives of those we love.

Over time, memorial stones can become weathered by dirt, moss, and the elements. A gentle cleaning can help restore the beauty of a loved one’s marker while preserving the dignity of their memory.

Our memorial stone cleaning service is offered as a simple way to help families care for the resting place of someone special. Whether you are preparing for a visit, Decoration Day, Memorial Day, or simply want the stone cared for, we would be honored to help.

Caring for a memorial is more than cleaning stone.
It is an act of love, remembrance, and respect.

Please contact us at [email protected] to learn more about memorial stone cleaning options.

06/02/2026

Coralyn F. Peters, 87, of Versailles, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 31, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on February 4, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, Coralyn was the daughter of the late Charles and Catherine Granberg. She graduated from St. Gregory High School in Chicag...

06/02/2026

Preplanning doesn’t have to be a heavy conversation. Sometimes, it’s simply a thoughtful one.

Taking time to make your wishes known can bring peace of mind to your family and give them the comfort of knowing they are honoring you in the way you wanted. Whether you have specific details in mind or just want to begin asking questions, preplanning allows you to move at your own pace.

At Blackburn & Ward Funeral Home, we’re here to walk with you through those decisions with care, patience, and understanding.

Planning ahead. At your pace. With people you trust.

05/27/2026

Janet Lee Carter, 66, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, in Lexington. Born on June 8, 1959, in Cincinnati, Janet was the beloved daughter of the late Jesse L. Carter Jr. and Elizabeth Ward.

Janet found her greatest joys in life in the simple and meaningful moments. She loved the beach,...

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

Karen Lynn Jones, 65, of Versailles, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026. Born on July 15, 1960, in Lexington, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Russell Waits and Nancy Beckham Waits.

Karen was a paralegal by profession and enjoyed singing, reading, and spending time at...

05/23/2026

Owen Charles Cox, 91, of Versailles, passed away peacefully at his home on May 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving, caring and proud family that adored him. Born August 31, 1934, in West Liberty to the late Harvey Cox and Ethel Riggsby Cox, Owen lived a life defined by hard work, laughter, patriotism...