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10/27/2026

Kermit Dwight Tapp, 80, of Greenville, Kentucky, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on
Monday, October 26, 2026. Born September 28, 1946, in Wi******er, Kentucky, Kermit was the son of the late Robert J. Tapp and Maye Abney Tapp. He grew up in Wi******er, where he built a life rooted in faith, family, friendship, and hard work.

On September 28, 1964, his 18th birthday, Kermit married the love of his life, Delores. Their marriage of 62 years was a beautiful testimony of love, commitment, and devotion. Together, they
shared a lifetime of memories, joys, challenges, and unwavering love for their family. Kermit was a hardworking and dedicated man who spent 27 years employed at Bundy Tubing Corporation. He also worked for Wi******er Municipal Utilities and Osram Sylvania Lamp Plant in Versailles, Kentucky. Throughout his working years, he was known for his friendly personality and his ability to make those around him smile.

Above all else, Kermit was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord with all his heart. His faith was not simply something he professed; it was something he lived and eagerly shared with others. He served faithfully as a Sunday school teacher, church board member, and lay minister at the Church of the Living God in Wi******er, Kentucky. After moving to Greenville, he attended First Assembly of God, where his love for the Lord and fellowship with other believers continued to be an important part of his life. Kermit never needed a pulpit to share the goodness of God. Whether talking with a lifelong friend or someone he had just met, he was always ready to share a word of encouragement, a testimony of God’s faithfulness, or simply remind someone how good God had been to him.

He was a man who loved to laugh, joke, and enjoy life. His warm personality, quick sense of humor, and genuine love for people made him a joy to be around. He enjoyed bowling, softball, co****le, golf, fishing, and hunting, but some of his greatest happiness came from simply spending time with family and friends. Kermit was especially proud of his family. He loved each of them with all his heart and found great joy in their lives and accomplishments. His love was genuine, his encouragement freely given, and his devotion unwavering.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 62 years, Delores Tapp; his daughter, Teresa Tackett, and
her husband, Ed Tackett; his grandson, Juan Tackett; his brothers, Robert I. Tapp and his wife,
Janet, and Carl Thomas Tapp; along with several cherished nieces, nephews, extended family
members, and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert J. and Maye Abney Tapp; his sister, Betty McDonald; and his three beloved sons, Kevin Tapp, Robert Clayton Tapp, and Kermit Dwight Tapp Jr., the latter two having passed away at birth.

Although his earthly journey has ended, Kermit’s testimony of faith, his joyful spirit, and his love
for others will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew him. He leaves behind more
than memories; he leaves a legacy of faith, laughter, love, and a life spent telling others about the goodness of God. For those who loved him, there is comfort in knowing that the faith he so faithfully shared has now become sight.

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.”
— 2 Timothy 4:7 (KJV)

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 30th beginning at 11:00am until the hour of the funeral service at 1:00pm, both at Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home, 289 S. Main Street, Wi******er, Kentucky. Service will be officiated by Edward Tackett and Richard Plummer, with burial to follow in Wi******er Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home in Wi******er, Kentucky.

10/26/2026

Wanda Lee Bachman, widow of John Bachman, completed a life so very well lived on October 24, 2026, at her home in Wi******er, KY. She was 100. Born May 25, 1926 in Ironton, Ohio, to parents Marie and Raymond Fathbruckner. She was preceded in death by John, her husband of 57 years, her sons James “Jim", and Timothy David, her nephew, Ramey and her sister, Grace. She is survived by her son, Tim (Kathy) Bachman; daughters, Rita (Andrew) Weston, Mt. Pleasant, SC, Cheryl (Gregory) Pena, Wi******er, KY, Carol Bachman, Nicholasville, KY and daughter-in-law, Pam Bachman, Lexington, KY. Also survived by her grandchildren, Samantha, Erin, Ryan, Amanda, Brian, Rebecca, Taylor, Brogan and Huston; great-grandchildren, Alayna, Natalie, Ben, Declan, Lyla, Lottie, Paige, Adam, Miri, Logan, Astrid, and Ezra, as well as her nephews, David, Randy and Mark.

A devoted member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wanda led the Ministry of funeral dinners and also provided her "Wanda Bread", and participated as a GRC Band Box Mother, and Fairfiled Homemakers over the years in expression of her faith and love of her community. But her calling was dedicating her life as mother and wife to ensure her family was raised well, showered with love and kindness and serving as a role model to her children, and later her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. And all knew they could always depend on her. That she would be there, providing all the love, care and support they might need to help them get through even the most difficult, challenging times in their lives. She also helped friends and family in need throught her life, and had many beloved pets. Many wished to be reincarnated as one of her dogs, because they were treated so well. Many in her church family were blessed by her tireless coordination of the bereavement receptions. Her desire is that this comforting ministry continues. She may be gone from this world, but her soft gentle voice, the glint in her eyes and that endearing smile and fun spirit will live on with all those who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be on Monday, October 26, from 5-7 pm, at Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will begin at 11:00 am, October 27, at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Funeral mass conducted by Fr. Rob Abner. Graveside service to follow at Clarmont Memorial Gardens. A bereavement dinner will follow the burial at the church gym. Pallbearers will be Tim Bachman, Taylor Adams, Brogan and Huston Bird, Ben Shultz and Sam Dabain. In lieu of flowers, Contributions can be made to: St.Joseph Catholic Church Building Fund, 248 S. Main St., Wi******er, KY 40391; Hospice East, 407 Shoppers Dr., Wi******er, KY 40391, or to Shriners Children Hospital in Lexington, KY.

10/14/2026

Belinda Sue Combs, 74, widow of Fred Combs, passed away Monday October 12, 2026. She was born February 2, 1952 to the late Roger and Lorene McCuddy in Wi******er, KY. She is surivived by her children, Heather Combs, John Combs and Eddie Ashcraft; grandchildren, Adina, Brittany and Jasmine Thomas and Crista Ashcraft; great-grandchildren, Caspian Leonard, Jace and Damon Prater; brothers, Roger McCuddy, Jr and Thomas McCuddy. Her service will be on Friday, October 16, at 1:00 PM at Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home, with Bro. Bill Keller officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until the hour of service. Burial in Boonesboro Cemetery, Wi******er.

10/07/2026

Essie M Miller, 102, widow of John H. Miller, passed away October 7, 2026. She was born August 24, 1924, to the late Harlen and Minnie Skaggs Caskey in Morgan Co., KY. She is survived by her children, Patty Tyra, Jim (June) Miller, Emry (Paula) Miller, Rusty (Tracy) Miller and Lonnie (Regina) Miller; numerous grandchildren, and great-grandchildren along with close family friend, Mike Maggard. She is preceded in death by daughters, Linda Lewis, Ruby Salley and Betty Tipton; sons, Johnny, Paul, Jerry and Earl Miller. A visitation will take place on Monday, October 12, from 5-7 pm at Rolan G. Taylor a Funeral Home. Her service will be on Tuesday, October 13, at 1:00 pm at Ark of Mercy Church of God, 240 Winn Ave, Wi******er, with Janice Claypool presiding. A visitation will be from twelve noon till the hour of service. Burial in Clarmont Memorial Gardens.

09/22/2026

Mike Olis Wilson, 79, husband of Debbie Adkins Wilson, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2026, at his home. He was born to the late Olis Darrell Wilson and Erna Elfrieda Wilson, in Bad Tolz, Germany, on July 17, 1947. Mike was the owner of Mike Wilson Used Cars in Wi******er, a member of Central Baptist Church where he was an honory Deacon and Sunday School teacher and coached Wi******er Little League T-Ball and Little League Baseball. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Debbie, and son Darrell Wilson; Grand -daughters, Hanna, Giana and Georgia Wilson; grandsons, Raymond Darrell Wilson, Jr., Jacob and Josiah Wilson and Zachary Sosby; a great-grandson, Jake Sosby; sisters, Nancie Wilson, Wi******er and Loretta Miller, Diamond, OH. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Stacy Lynn Wilson. His service will be on Friday, September 25, at 1:00 pm, at Central Baptist Church, with Bro. Mike Houchens and Bro. Ryan Dodson presiding. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until the hour of service. Burial in Wi******er Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Central Baptist Church or Clark County Animal Shelter. Rolan G Taylor Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

09/14/2026

Lucy Jean Livolsi, age 85 of Wi******er, KY, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 12, 2026. She was born August 14, 1941 to William Heidel Long and Etta Lee Smith Long. Jean had a full and adventurous life, living in Kentucky, West Virginia, Florida, and Louisiana. She found a passion for property management while living in Florida that she built her career on until retiring in 2006. No matter where she lived Jean always found comfort and community in church. Sister Jean, as the church called her, found a home at Hill Street Pentecostal Church of God where she attended until her death. Jean loved the beach, playing music, good food, hymns, and her family. She will be deeply missed.In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by three children: Michael Brumett, Danita Lilly, and Lucy Jefferis. She is survived by her husband Pastor Edward Hopper; her children Teresa Reed, Joseph Lilly, and Victor Boyle; her grandchildren Michael Elmore, Jennifer (Andrew) Wasson, Chris (Hillary) Langley, Danielle (Arthur) Raine, and Heaven Langley; and many great grandchildren. Her service will be on Thursday, September 17, at 1:00 pm, at Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until the hour of service. Burial in Richmond Cemetery, 606 E. Main St., Richmond, KY, 40475.

09/10/2026

Christopher Todd Lanter, 56, husband of Jennifer of 24 years, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2026, at his home. He was born January 25, 1970 to Richard Scott Lanter and Judith Tupman Lanter in Wi******er, KY. He was a former employee of Paul Miller Ford, Parts Dept.in Lexington. In addition to his wife and father, he is survived by his son, Michael (Kim) Lanter, granddaughters, Elizabeth and Savannah Lanter; grandson, Weston Lanter; sister, Sherrie (Phillip) Marsh, brother, Jeff (Alice) Lanter; several nieces and nephews and cousins and many friends, and loved by many. He is preceded in death by his mother, Judith Lanter. Service will be on Saturday, September 12, at 11:30 am, at Rolan G.Taylor Funeral Home with Phillip Marsh officiating. Visitation will be on Friday afternoon from 5-7 pm at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Tim Bramble, Michael Watson Lanter, Jeff Lanter, Scott and Sibbie Blevins and Rodney Conner. Burial in Clarmont Memorial Gardens.

09/04/2026

Haden J. DeShields, 96, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2026. She was born to the late Joseph Allen Jones and Mabel Alldredge Jones, March 12, 1930, in Montgomery, Al. She attended Southwestern at Memphis, (now Rhodes College), and Auburn University, where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, DAR, Little Garden Club of Wi******er, Fine Arts Club of Wi******er, Friends of Holly Rood, Mansfield Circle Wi******er First Church Garden Committee (WFUMC), girl scout leader and was retired from Youngs Florist as a floral designer. Haden is survived by her daughter, Cammie (Will) Grant; niece Susannah J. Cleveland, nephew David Allen (Sara) Jones, great- nephew, Dr. Ford Cleveland and sister-in-law, Edith V. Jones. The family is thankful for special caregivers, Natasha Yocum, Allyson Walson and Celia Durbin. She is preceded in death by her husband of 73 years, J. Marshall DeShields, and brother Joseph Allen Jones, Jr. Her services will be on Monday, September 14, at 3:00 pm, with visitation from 2:00 pm until the hour of service, at Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Polycystic Kidney Foundation, 1101 E. 101st Terrace, Suite 220, Kansas City, MO, 64131; Hospice East, 400 Shoppers Dr, Wi******er or Friends of Holly Rood, 28 Beckner St., Wi******er.

09/01/2026

Carl Allen Calvert, 97, passed away peacefully at his home on August 31, 2026, surrounded by his children. He was born June 13, 1929,in Clark Co. KY, to the late Adrian and Carrie Mastin Calvert. He lived a long life marked by hard work, service and family. He worked as a heavy equipment operator from 1946 until his retirement in 2015, with the exception of two years spent proudly serving his country in the United States Army. He became a member of the Masonic Lodge in 1966, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping,and traveling. He is survived by his children, Edward Calvert, Peggy Beall, Linda Wilson and Sherry Moore; his grandchildren, Michelle Winburn, Carl Thomas (Caroline) Beall, Shawn Michael Beall, Aaron Wilson, Mary (Joe) Tabor, Candace Michelle Moore, Sabrina Nichole (Anthony) Conrad and JoEllen Rene (Derick) Norton; as well as many beloved great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Wiler Calvert, with whom he shared four children and by his second wife, Eula Pendexter Calvert. Funeral services will be held at First Church of God, 2500 Colby Rd., Wi******er, KY on Thursday, September 3,2026 at 1:00 pm, with Rev. Allan Hutchinson officiating. Visitation will be held from 11:00 am until the hour of service. Pallbearers will be Berl Perdue, Aaron Wilson, Joe Tabor, Aiden Tabor, Derick Norton and Randy Whisman. Burial will follow at Clarmont Memorial Gardens, Mt. Sterling Rd., Wi******er, KY. Rolan G. Taylor in charge of arrangements.

08/14/2026

Robert Miles Biliter, 67, formerly of Rock Hill, N. C., passed away Thursday, August 13, 2026 in Wi******er, KY.

He was such a kind and generous man, always willing to help anyone he met. He was a devoted Disciple of Christ and shared his faith freely, inviting others to know the Savior who gave him hope.

He loved singing, fishing, writing poetry, and painting, and he had a real gift for horticulture—creating beautiful landscapes for so many families. During the last five years, he cared for our aging mother and gave her the security to remain in her home. His family is grateful for Robert’s life and the love he shared with all of us.

Robert is survived by his mother, Mary Carolyn Beverly Biliter, Wi******er, KY; sister, Sabrina Cea (Lynn) Toler, Wi******er, KY; brother, David Lee (Maurina) Biliter, Wake Forest, N.C.; and sister, Mary Catherine Kimball, Salt Lake City, Utah and numerous loving nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert E. Biliter.

Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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