Vern Michael Gauker, 74, of Argillite, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Kentucky. Vern was born June 20, 1945 in Richmond, Indiana a son of Eva Geraldine Bowman Gauker of Richmond, Indiana and the late Vern Nathan Gauker. He was a retired trouble technician from General Telephone Company and was a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by his wife Roxann Marquis Gauker; one brother Jack Gauker. He is survived by his loving companion and girlfriend of 9 years Faye Hensley; one daughter Karla Gauker of Portsmouth, Ohio; one son Michael Eric (Elizabeth) Gauker of Argillite, Kentuc
Mary Beth Carver, 61, of Raceland, Kentucky passed away suddenly in the arms of her loving husband Rick on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital in Russel, Kentucky. Mary was born February 18, 1958 in Russell, Kentucky a daughter of the late Carl and Maxine Caldwell Fannin. Mary worked most of her life as a waitress and a cook in varies restaurants. She loved to go to flea markets and spend time with her family who she loved dearly. She loved traveling to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and collecting jewelry. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by three brothers Jim Fannin, Tim Fannin and Terry Fannin
Earl Theodore Bailey, 87, of South Shore, Kentucky went to his heavenly home, Tuesday, December 24, 2019 where he was reunited with his beloved wife Helen Gertrude Boster Bailey, whom he married on May 7, 1955. Earl was born September 8, 1932 in York, Kentucky a son of the late Thomas and Eva Miller Bailey. Earl was a United States Army Veteran, serving as a medic in the Korean War. He retired from Detroit Steel as a foreman. Earl was owner and operator of E and D Sanitation and also worked as a security guard. He enjoyed spending time with his family, doing woodworking and taking care of his dog “Puggy” In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by one sister Delorse Seym
Mary Lee Davis, 87, of Worthington Kentucky, formerly of Greenup, Kentucky, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 16, 2019 at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Kentucky. Mary was born March 14, 1932 to the late Espie Preston and Ernestine Collinsworth. She enjoyed antiques, shopping, and collecting “pretty things”. Mary was a charter member of the First Baptist Church in Worthington. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her step parents; several siblings; her beloved husband “Happy” Jack Davis; son Jack Michael Davis; and grandson Corey Davis. She is survived by grandsons Peter (Angie) Davis and Matthew (Katie) Davis; grandchildren Jordan Davis, Dylan Pierc
Henry Barney Jr., 80, of Lloyd, Kentucky went to be with the Lord, Monday, December 16, 2019 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky surrounded by his family who loved him dearly. Henry was born July 27, 1939 in Greenup, Kentucky son of the late Henry Sr. and Bessie Ratliff Barney. Henry was a retired conductor from CSX Railroad. He was a member of the Bible Chapel Church for 25 years in West Portsmouth. Henry was also a member of the United Transportation Union #1377. He loved to garden and give it away to friends and family, but most importantly Henry loved to read his bible. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers Matthew Barney,
Payton Eugene “Gene” May, 80, of Argillite, Kentucky went to be with the Lord, Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Baptist Health Center in Lexington surrounded by his loving family. Gene was born September 7, 1939 in Greenup County, Kentucky a son of the late Howard and Katie Carr May. He was a member of the Raccoon Freewill Baptist Church in Greenup and was a retired carmen with CSX Railroad. Gene loved to hunt and go fishing. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers Lewis “Bud” May and Billy Joe May; four sisters Garnett Adkins, Gladys Sparks, Hilda Arnett and Betty May. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Bertha M. Boggs May; two sons Mike (Donna) May and
Kelly Alton Scaggs, 76, of Greenup, Kentucky went to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at his home. Kelly was born April 11, 1943 in Greenup, Kentucky a son of the late Andrew L. and Lula Mae Carter Scaggs. He was retired from AKSteel in Ashland. Kelly also farmed most of his life. He raised and showed dairy cattle for many years. He enjoyed riding and handling horses. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Thelma Jo Stone Scaggs. He is survived by four sons Kriss (Sarah) Scaggs , Kevin (Cathy) Scaggs, Kermit (Diana) Scaggs and Keith Arnold (Hollie) Scaggs all of Greenup, Kentucky; two daughters Kelly Boyles of Maloneton, Kentucky and Karen (Bill) Dicke
Troy Lee Triplett, 85, of Greenup, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Kentucky surrounded by his loving family. Troy was born March 27, 1934 in Greenup County, Kentucky a son of the late Johnie and Rebecca Poplin Triplett. He was a United States Air Force Veteran, cofounder and life member of Greenup AmVets Post 95 and was a life member of the Greenup VFW Post 1168. Troy loved to play and sing bluegrass music. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers Ellis Triplett, James Triplett and Robert Triplett; six sisters Dorothy Osborne, Mary Margaret Traylor, Sylvia McDermott, Rheba Gullet, Gracie Brown and Stell
Mary Lou Colegrove, 74, of Danleyton, Kentucky passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family Monday morning December 2, 2019. Mary Lou was born September 18, 1945 in Danleyton, Kentucky a daughter of the late Robert J. and Minnie Tackett Frasure. Mary Lou was a former Title 1 teacher assistant at Danleyton Elementary School, an employee of Daves Bakery and Deli and a wonderful homemaker. She had been retired for many years. She was a very creative and talented writer of songs, poetry, an avid Elvis fan, a wonderful friend to many and she never met a stranger Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her beloved husband Larry W. “Butch” Colegrove; three sisters, infant Wilma Je
