Obituaries

EDMONTON – John Henry Thompson, 86, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, at Barren County Nursing & Rehab facility. He was born on December 22, 1939, in Edmonton to the late Alpha and Delsie Dial Thompson. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Jimmy Thompson, Joe Fred Thompson, and Spencer…

EDMONTON – Margaret Powell, 77, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2026, at NHC Healthcare Facility in Glasgow, KY. She was born in Metcalfe County on January 29, 1949, to the late Scott and Florence Knight McFarland. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one son, Tommy Scott Garmon. Ms. Powell was…

LELAND, NC – George Schieler, age 83, formerly of Cave City, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026. He was born in San Diego, CA, on November 30, 1942, the son of George and Alvira Schieler. The family soon moved to the Chicagoland area, where he spent his childhood and attended Prospect High School, graduating…

GLASGOW – Ruth Elaine Janovich passed away on March 1, 2026, in Glasgow, Kentucky. Born on December 22, 1928, in Vermont, Ruth was the daughter of Ralph Reynolds and Lillian Aird Reynolds. She possessed a sweet demeanor, always smiling and happy, radiating warmth and joy to everyone who crossed her path. Ruth’s compassionate nature and…

EDMONTON – Odell Bennett, age 87, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Metcalfe County Health Care. Born on December 11, 1938, Odell lived a life marked by dedication, hard work, and a deep love for his family and community. A lifelong farmer, Odell devoted himself to the land, embodying the true spirit…

HORSE CAVE – John Ray, age 46, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026, at the University of Louisville Hospital. He was a 1998 graduate of Caverna High School, where he played basketball. He was an avid University of Kentucky Basketball Fan, “Go Cats”. He enjoyed fishing and being outdoors. He was a great friend to…

GLASGOW – Roy Lee Perkins, born May 31, 1938, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 1, 2026. Roy is survived by his children, Jackie Perkins (Sherri), Jeff Perkins, Ellen Adwell, and Jonathan Perkins; daughter-in-law, Karol Perkins; his sister, Loretta Reynolds; ten grandchildren, Becky Thompson (Drew), Rachel Rodriguez (Andy), Emily Perkins, T.J. Perkins (Gladys),…

GLASGOW – Doris Jean Wheeler, a beloved member of the community, passed away on March 1, 2026, in Glasgow, Kentucky, at the age of 93. Born on February 10, 1933, in Smith’s Grove, she lived a life rich in love, dedication, and service to her family and friends. Doris was a cherished homemaker who poured…

TOMPKINSVILLE – Tina Mae Henry, 61, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green, KY. She was born in Columbus, IN, on October 17, 1964, to the late Herman and Lucy Modell White Hagan. Tina was baptized in 1977 and became a member of Meshack Missionary Baptist Church. She enjoyed…

GLASGOW – Elizabeth Nell Norman, 90, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the NHC Healthcare Center. A native of Barren County, she was the daughter of the late John and Lucy Peden Chapman. The widow of the late Keith Wayne Norman, her children characterize her as the best wife and mother ever. She was…