Area Obituaries

GLASGOW – Judith Elaine Perry, a beloved homemaker and devoted family member, passed away on November 26, 2025, at the Barren County Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on May 21, 1951, in Muncie, Indiana. Judith dedicated her life to her family, nurturing them with love as she balanced the roles of mother, grandmother, and…

GLASGOW – Etta Elizabeth Calvert, age 94, went to her heavenly home on November 25, 2025.  Born on July 20, 1931, in Barren County, Kentucky, Etta was the daughter of the late Clarence Martin and Mae (Turner) Martin and one of fourteen siblings. Etta was a graduate of Hiseville High School and then received teaching…

GLASGOW – Alicia Yvonne Darnell, 58, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Alicia was the steady hands and open heart of her family. Known for her kindness, she was always caring and giving. She was a talented crafter, quilter, and an exceptional cook—especially known for her infamous cornbread. Her favorite…

EDMONTON – Barbara Jean Simmons Branstetter, 93, was born February 11, 1932, in the community of Finney in Barren County, KY. She peacefully met with her Lord and Savior on November 27, 2025. Mrs. W. Kenneth Branstetter was a member of God’s family and a founding member of South Edmonton Church of Christ. She was…

GREENSBURG – Albert Parnell Jr., 90, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2025. He was born June 13, 1935, in Metcalfe County to the late Albert and Lora Strader Parnell. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his two sons, Charles and Edward Parnell, his siblings, Leamen Parnell, J.T. Parnell, Audrey Parnell Blaydes, Dorothy…

GLASGOW – Steven Wayne Ferrell, 73, peacefully went home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 23, 2025, with his beloved family by his side. Born on May 20, 1952, in St. Albans, West Virginia, he was the cherished son of the late Freelan and Virginia Ferrell. He was a proud graduate of…

GLASGOW – Phillip Lee Martin, 84, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2025, at NHC Healthcare. He was the son of the late Elijah Martin and Susan Lawrence Hogan. He is survived by two daughters, Lori Tyler (Roger), Rita Billingsley (Chris); son, Stacy Martin; three grandchildren, Brittnay Tyler, Kayla Houchens (Jeremy), and Shayna Rae Branham (Michael);…

GLASGOW – Larry G. Lee passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025, at the Shanti Niketan Hospice House in Glasgow, Kentucky, having attained the age of 71 years, 5 months, and 11 days. He was born on Thursday, June 10, 1954, in Burkesville, Kentucky, the son of Wayvell Grant Lee and Mary Joyce (Davidson) Lee.…

“Pop” passed from this earthly world to be with his bride on 19 November 2025 at the age of 98. A fiery, freckled-faced redhead brimming with curiosity, he began his life’s journey as Willard David Parnell on April Fools’ Day, 1927—the second child of Mallie and Ransom Parnell—born on (as he often said in) Long…

SUMMER SHADE – Ann Elaine (Jewell) Harbison, 75, passed away at home on November 20, 2025. She was born on February 25, 1950, to the late John Leamon and Mary Kathleen Jewell. Elaine dedicated her life so her family and valued her role as wife and mother. She was a devoted Christian and a member…