Obituaries

GLASGOW – Jeffrey Wayne Thomas, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully at his residence in Glasgow, Kentucky, on December 11, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on March 1, 1968, in Horse Cave, Kentucky, Jeff was a dedicated roofer and construction worker who took great pride in his work throughout…

BOWLING GREEN – Mary Bennett Miller, age 85, was surrounded by her family when she peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the Hospice House in Bowling Green. The Hart County native was born on February 19, 1940, to the late William Harv and Iva Mae Logsdon Gipson. She was married to…

EDMONTON – Janice Faye Perkins Curry, daughter of the late Warren Perkins and Mildred Gentry Perkins, was born on Monday, June 16, 1952, in Green County and departed this life on Monday, December 8, 2025, at TJ Samson Hospital. She was 73 years, 5 months, and 22 days of age. She had made a profession…

BOWLING GREEN – Lola Frances Pierce, 76, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025, at the Bowling Green Medical Center. She was born in Albany, KY, on June 25, 1949, to the late Johnny and Mary Upchurch Pierce. Lola was of the Christian faith. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her…

GLASGOW – Bill Swafford, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on December 8, 2025, at TJ Samson Community Hospital. Born on May 16, 1948, in Seneca, South Carolina, Bill lived a life filled with dedication to his family and community. Bill was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church and was a proud…

GLASGOW – Kathy Lorraine Holley, 57, passed away Monday, December 8, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of the late Jerry P. Walden and Norma Jean Wilson Walden. She was a retired Barren County School special needs teacher. She is survived by her loving husband, Herbert “Harry” Holley; two…

GLASGOW – Bonnie Lou Jackson, a cherished Mary Kay Consultant and beloved community member, passed away on December 8, 2025, at TJ Samson Community Hospital. Born on August 31, 1935, in Glasgow, Kentucky, Bonnie’s life was marked by an unwavering dedication to her family and the fulfillment of her career. For an impressive 68 years,…

GLASGOW – Pat Lakin (Gerald Patrick Lakin) died 9/27/2025. His ashes will be buried in the Glasgow Municipal Cemetery on 1/10/2026 at 1:00 PM. His brother, Larry Lakin, survives him. Reverend Wayne Hensley will officiate the service. All friends are invited. Pat was born and raised in Glasgow, KY. Joined the Marines, then the Army…

GLASGOW – William Fred Shirley, 80, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025, at NHC Health Care. He was the son of the late Curt and Laura Janes Shirley. He was a retired jailer of Barren County and a member of East Fork Missionary Baptist Church. He is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years,…

GLASGOW – Lena Joyce Shaw, 89, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Magnolia Village Assisted Living in Bowling Green, KY. She was born in the Kino community of Barren County on December 20, 1935, to the late Corbin and Lillie Peers Ritter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip Keith Shaw. Mrs.…