Obituaries

GLASGOW – Mary Louise Landrum, age 90, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2026, at NHC Healthcare in Glasgow. She was born on September 26, 1935, to the late John Will and Mollie Florence Green Clark. She was of the Christian Faith and enjoyed dealing in antiques and spending time with her family and friends. Survivors…

GLASGOW – James Christopher Smith, affectionately known as Chris, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, at NHC Healthcare in Glasgow, Kentucky. Born on October 19, 1965, in Glasgow, Kentucky, Chris was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend whose vibrant spirit touched many. A proud graduate of Barren County High School, Chris was well…

CAVE CITY – Sandra Parsley, age 67, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at her home. She was a member of Rock Springs Missionary Baptist Church. Sandra was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, and they always brought her the most joy. Sandra loved being outside with…

CAVE CITY – Laura Moyer Rowe, age 67, departed this life on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Barren County Nursing and Rehab. The California native was born on December 31, 1958, to the late Raymond Moyer and the late Loraine and Del Salisbury. Laura’s life was marked by a quiet strength and a deep commitment…

GLASGOW – Patricia “Pat” Turner Taylor, age 80, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Shanti Niketan Hospice Home in Glasgow, KY. The Barren County native was born on May 31, 1945, to the late Herbert and Bertha Toohey Turner. She was married to the love of her life and best friend,…

EDMONTON – Susan Elizabeth Perkins Barton, 54, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026. She was born on June 24th, 1971, in Glasgow, KY, to Jill Harper and Thomas Perkins. She took joy in antiquing, scrapbooking, old movies, historical dramas, and was an avid reader. She was fascinated by the Titanic, Princess Diana Spencer, and…

CAVE CITY – Bonnie Jo Ballard, 73, passed peacefully from this life on Friday, April 17, 2026, at The Medical Center Bowling Green after a lengthy illness. Bonnie was born in Knob Lick, Ky to George Wilton Ballard and Bertha Alice Ballard. She loved her family fiercely and was always ready to help whenever and…

GLASGOW – Brenda Carol (Taylor) Watson passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, Kentucky, having attained the age of 79 years, 2 months, and 16 days. She was born on Saturday, February 1, 1947, in Burkesville, Kentucky, the daughter of Paul and Nellie “Nell” (Ward) Taylor. She was…

EDMONTON – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Earnest Lee Bottom, who departed this life on April 15, 2026, after a short illness at the age of 92. “Ernie” was born on November 23, 1933, to Gilbert and Madge Bottom. He was very outgoing and loved to dance and was…