All Obituaries

Bruce Edward Kelly, 63, passed away July 18, 2026 at UK Bluegrass Hospice Care Center in Lexington. He was born April 12, 1963 to the late Lawrence Edward and Linda Gail McDaniel Kelly in Harlan Kentucky. Bruce was a retired Army Veteran with over 24 years of service to his country. He was a member of the American Legion Post 34 and the Masonic Lodge 897. He was a graduate of North East Maryland High School. Survived by his wife, Vidavanh Kelly; Sons, Christopher P. Kelly (Katelyn) of ...

Pete Kavanaugh Giles III, 77, passed away on July 18, 2026 in Lexington at the VA Medical Center. Born on January 5, 1949, Pete was the son of the late Pete Kavanaugh Giles Jr. and Ruby Lane Giles. Pete proudly served his country in the United States Army. After his military service, he worked for many years as a plumber until his retirement. He was known for his strong work ethic, willingness to help others, and his love for family. He is survived by his children, Mike Carpenter (Rita), ...

Ronald Dean Fouts, 68, of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, passed away on July 10, 2026. Born on October 27, 1957, in Iowa,  Ronald lived a life marked by quiet strength and will be remembered by those who knew and loved him. He is survived by his daughter, Brandi Fouts of Hardy, Iowa, who will cherish his memory. Cremation was chosen under the direction of Noon & Son Funeral Home in Lawrenceburg, ...

Edward Allen “Eddie” Hyatt, 71, passed away June 27, 2026, at his residence in Lawrenceburg. He was born November 14, 1954, to the late Edward Earl and Mary Jo Ransdell Hyatt. Eddie was a retired draftsman for Square D in Lexington and a member of Lawrenceburg Christian Church. He was a graduate of Anderson County High School. Survived by his daughter, Heather N. Hyatt (Sean Simpson) of Lexington, KY. Grandchildren, Bradley Kline and Parker Kate Simpson. Sisters, Sharon Parker ...

Levi Leslie Reed, infant son of John Leslie Reed Jr. and Tiffney Renee Waldridge Reed passed away June 27, 2026 at the University of Kentucky Hospital. He was born in Lexington on May 30, 2026. Survived including his parents, Levi has three sisters, Oaklei Marie, Laney Rae, and Remi Nevaeh Reed all of Lawrenceburg. Grandparents, Sonyia and Jerry Waldridge, and Betty Ann Davis all of Lawrenceburg. Aunt, Brittney Campbell (Jonathan) and Uncle Bobby Beasley all of Lawrenceburg, Uncle Jerry ...

Gary Stephen Smith, 77, passed away June 22, 2026 at his home in Frankfort. He was born in Franklin County on October 11, 1948 to the late Earl and Elsie Thurman Smith. Gary was a former delivery man for Meals on Wheel for Capital City Activity Center. Survived by his wife, Brenda Greene Smith of 57 years. Children, Cherri Bemis (Bruce) of Salvisa, KY., and Stephen Smith of Frankfort, KY. Grandchildren, Andrew and Katie Smith, and Jordan Newberry (Lauren), Vanessa and Jeremy Sivils. A ...

April Rose Prather, 51, passed away June 14, 2026, at her residence in Nicholasville, KY. She was born in Lexington on April 15, 1975, to the late William Barry and Sylvia Bruce Rose. She was the first elected female Jessamine County Magistrate and was a former Mortgage Broker and Realtor. Her greatest joy was staying at home with her son Lane and homeschooling him. April loved her Catholic faith more than anything and loved her dogs so much. Survived by her husband, Martin McLean ...

Charles Junior “Charlie” Ritchey, 73, passed away June 10, 2026 at his residence in Lawrenceburg. He was born in Frankfort to the late Charlie and Maggie B. McMichael Ritchey on March 25, 1953. Charlie was retired from Wild Turkey Distillery where he worked for 33 years. He was a big UK fan and loved playing pool and cards at Shooters with all of his friends. Survived by his wife, Jolene J. Cooley Ritchey of Lawrenceburg; children, Aelecia Ritchey and Hannah Croddy both of ...

Abigale "Sweet Pea Abby" Baughman, age 17, entered the arms of Jesus June 9, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. From the moment she entered this world, Abby carried a special light. Born with her angel wings on January 10, 2009 with God's hand upon her life, she touched countless hearts through her silent ministry. Though Abby's journey was different from most, her impact was immeasurable. She taught those around her lessons of unconditional love, gratitude, and perseverance. ...

Sheila Kay Hyatt, 67, passed away May 28, 2026 at University of Kentucky Hospital.   She was born in Frankfort on November 13, 1958 to the late Billy James and Elizabeth Frances Payton League.   Sheila was a graduate of Franklin County High School; and retired from the State and Federal Government where she worked in the payroll department.   Survived by her husband, Edward Allen Hyatt of Lawrenceburg; daughter, Heather Hyatt (Sean Simpson) of Lexington; Grandchildren, Bradley ...