Obituaries

May 2, 2026

Robert Jay Adamson, 54, of Maysville passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. He was born on July 30, 1971in Lexington, Kentucky to Pam Wood Adamson and the late Ivan Davis Adamson.

Robert worked for Mansback Metal in Maysville when he was younger. He suffered a severe accident that resulted...

Apr 27, 2026

Jack Douglas Bonecutter, 74, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. He was born on September 18, 1951, in Shelby, Ohio to the late Douglas Robert Bonecutter and Alydia Stump Avent.

Jack grew up in Ohio and worked for the Federal Government as an engineering consultant for many years before retiring. He...

Apr 14, 2026

Thomas Alexander Hamilton, 80, of Mt. Olivet passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at his home. Tommy was born in Maysville, Kentucky on February 20, 1946, to the late Alexander Hamilton and Ruby Pitts.

Tommy was a self-employed tree trimmer for over sixty years. He was a devoted member at Revie Pentecostal Church where...

Apr 12, 2026

Juanita F. Simmons, 87, of Maysville, KY passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Meadowview Regional Medical Center. She was born on November 23, 1938, in Mason County, to the late Robert and Anna Mae Parker Tucker.

Juanita loved playing bingo and working jigsaw puzzles, but what she cherished most was every moment she shared with Charlie, the love of...

Apr 12, 2026

Dr. Phillip Harrell Yunker, of Maysville, passed away after a brief illness at Baptist Health on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Phillip was born on November 2, 1945, in Sturgis, Michigan to the late Jean Howard Yunker and Alberta Harrell Yunker.

Phillip was a graduate of Western Michigan University, class of 1967 and the University of Louisville Medical School 1972. He was...

Apr 9, 2026

Jessie William “Billy” Campbell, 73, of May’s Lick, passed away at his residence on Thursday, April 9, 2026. He was born on May 17, 1952, in Mason County to the late Jessie Daniel Campbell and Rose Mary Phillips.

Billy worked on a farm for over 50 years doing manual labor. He demonstrated an exemplary work ethic and consistently provided care and...

Apr 3, 2026

Patricia Gail Faris, 78, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026, surrounded by her family at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Pat was born on February 28, 1948, in Jenkins, Kentucky to the late Ray and Rudell (Tucker) Shortt.

Pat was an exceptional cook and loved to bake. She had an immense passion for decorating and crafting. Pat...

Mar 31, 2026

Janice L. Allison, 76, of Maysville, Kentucky passed away at her home on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. She was born on May 6, 1949, in Warwick, New York to the late Alfred and Lois (Wood) Ball.

Janice was employed at East Kentucky Power for over thirty years where she worked as an auxiliary operator at Spurlock Station. After spending hours at...

Mar 19, 2026

Charles DeWayne Chaffins, 66 of May’s Lick, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Maysville Nursing and Rehabilitation. He was born on May 27, 1959, in Martin, Kentucky to the late Charles and Delores Rudy Chaffins. He was a loving father, grandfather, avid hunter, fisherman, and skilled contractor. He contributed to the construction of numerous establishments throughout Maysville,...

Mar 16, 2026

Roxanne Stitt Paynter, 64, of Carlisle, KY passed away at her home on Monday, March 16, 2026. She was born on August 2, 1961, in Mason County to Brenda Gifford Stitt and the late Arnold Stitt.

Roxanne appreciated simplicity. She was witty and always knew how to make others laugh. Whenever she had the opportunity, she enjoyed watching COPS, The First...

Mar 6, 2026

Linda Ray (Hiles) Tolle, 79, of May’s Lick, KY passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2026, at East Hospice in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was born on July 13, 1946, to the late Thurman and Virginia Hiles.

Linda worked in retail for Kmart in Maysville for many years before retiring. She valued her relationships with family and friends and took every...

Feb 18, 2026

John W. Alexander Jr., 92, of Sardis went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Maysville Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in Maysville, KY. He was born on September 27, 1933, the son of the late John W. and Eudora McGee Alexander. He was a long-time member of the Sardis Christian Church and one of the founding members...

Feb 17, 2026

Jackson Bennett Jr.,67, of Maysville passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the University of Cincinnati Hospital. He was born on June 28, 1958, in Maysville to Jackson “Big Jack” Bennett Sr. and Carol Yates Bennett.

Jackson was extremely skilled with concrete. He worked as a concrete finisher and gained a reputation as the best in his field. He had...

Jan 26, 2026

Gayl Patricia Woityra, 92, of Maysville passed on to the world of spirit on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Hospice of Hope Care Center in Maysville, Kentucky.

Born in Detroit, Michigan, on June 24, 1933, the only daughter of the late James and Donalda Penberthy. Her family lived in the time of the great depression and Gayl's...

Jan 1, 2026

Raymond Lang, 89, a resident of Ocean Springs, MS, passed away January 1, 2026, at Ocean Springs Hospital surrounded by his family and friends.

Ray was born January 1, 1937, in Mason County, Kentucky to Claude S. Lang and Bessie Davis. He attended John G. Fee High School in Maysville, KY. Following his 25-year service in the...

Dec 26, 2025

Henry Lamar Boone, 74 of Maysville passed away Friday December 26, 2025.  He was born February 3, 1951 to the late Henry H. & Mildred Pollock Boone of Maysville, KY.  He is a 1969 graduate of Maysville High School and then obtained his Bachelor's degree at the University of Kentucky in 1973.  He later received his Master's in Education...

Dec 25, 2025

Harry Owen Collins, 96, of Minerva, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on December 30, 1928, to the late Charles and Lela Carpenter Collins. Harry proudly served his country in the United States Navy for several years and worked for Browning Manufacturing for years as a tool...

Dec 21, 2025

Kenneth Christopher Tolle, 57, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. He was born on May 22, 1968, in Maysville, Kentucky to Linda Hiles Tolle and the late Jerry L. Tolle.

Chris was an active member of the May's Lick Community, always willing to assist with farming or whatever others...

Dec 17, 2025

Gregory "Greg" Mullikin, 57, passed away at his home on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, in May's Lick, Kentucky. He was born in Carlisle, KY on July 3, 1968, to Mrs. Barbara Tackett Mullikin and the late Donald W. Mullikin.

Greg was raised in May's Lick, where he spent his time farming, tending to tobacco and hay, and...

Nov 30, 2025

Frances Alexander, 78, of Mt. Sterling, KY, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington Kentucky. Born in Maysville on May 28, 1947, she was the daughter of the late William "Doc" Perry and Frances Guinn Perry Hall.

Frances dedicated her life to caring for others. As a gifted...