All Obituaries

Nelda Pardue Jones 1932 - 2021 Nelda Pardue Jones, age 89 of Brownsville, departed this life on Monday, April 12, 2021 at Genesis Edmonson Center. The Edmonson County native was born on February 28, 1932 to the late Edgar Eugene and Clara Maude Luttrell Pardue.  She was married to James William Jones, who preceded her in death. Nelda was a farmer and housewife.  She was a member of Pleasant Union United Baptist Church.  She leaves to honor her memory— one...

Michael D. Johnson 1952 - 2021 Michael D. Johnson, age 69, of Sweeden, departed this life on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at Hospice House in Bowling Green.  The Edmonson County native was born on  February 15, 1952 to the late John Henry and  Peggy C. Johnson, who survives.   Michael was a truck driver and a member of Sweeden Missionary Baptist Church.   Besides his mother, he leaves to honor his memory-- one son, Derek Johnson (Betsy Raines) of Scottsville;...

Elvis George Minor 1957 - 2021 Elvis George Minor, age 63, of Glasgow, KY, departed this life on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at his residence. The Barren County native was born on May 4, 1957 to the late George Woodford and Frances Gossett Minor.  Elvis was a  mechanic and a member of the Baptist Faith.    Elvis is survived by his companion, Trish Woodcock of Glasgow; son, Evan Minor (Megan Bowles) of Park City; five daughters, Lesley Cornwell of Glasgow,  Amanda...

Juanita "Nita" Cole 1931 - 2021 Juanita “Nita” Cole, age 89, of Cedar Spring, departed this life on Friday, April 2, 2021 at her residence. The Edmonson County native was born on June 16, 1931 to the late Norman Chesteen and Mary Elizabeth France Cutliff. She was married to her best friend and the love of her life, Charles E. Cole, who preceded her in death.  Juanita was a true southern lady, and an exceptional cook.  She adored her family and cherished...

Joyce McCombs Webb 1921 - 2021 Joyce McCombs Webb, 100 of Bowling Green, KY, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, April 1, 2021.  Joyce was born in Brownsville, KY on March 31, 1921, the youngest of seven siblings, to the late George and Lula Spillman McCombs.  After attending WKU, she taught school then married Benjamin L. Webb, while he was in pilot training for the U.S. Air Force, during WWII. After several moves with the military, Ben and Joyce made their home in...

Imogene Frogge Minton 1939 - 2021 Imogene Frogge Minton, age 81 of Penns Chapel, was surrounded by her loving family when she peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at her residence.  The Edmonson County native was born on July 5, 1939 to the late Herman and Una Logsdon Frogge.  She was married on March 24, 1956 to her husband and best friend, Donald Minton, who survives.  Imogene retired from Fruit of the Loom as a seamstress and invoice clerk. ...

Raymond Kenneth Blanton 1936 - 2021 Raymond Kenneth Blanton, age 84 of Chalybeate, departed this life on Friday, March 26, 2021 at The Medical Center at Bowling Green.  The Edmonson County native was born on July 10, 1936 to the late Joseph “Joe” and Lavinia Priddy Blanton.  He was married to Delphia Graham Blanton, who also preceded him in death.  Raymond was a U.S. Air Force veteran.  He retired as a salesman from Wickes Lumber Company, and previously...

Betty Joyce Buckley Houchins 1925 - 2021 Betty Joyce Buckley Houchins, 96, of Chalybeate, passed away March 25, 2021, at Medical Center Health in Bowling Green after a full and long life. Betty was born Feb. 24, 1925, in Bakersport to Otho Jackson Buckley and Amy Vera Polk Buckley. After the tragic loss of her mother at age 6, she was raised by her Aunt Ora and Uncle Freddie Slaughter. Betty retired after 33 years with Edmonson County Schools as the Brownville Elementary School...

Donna Simmons 1947 - 2021 Donna Simmons, age 74 of Wingfield, departed this life on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at her residence.  The Edmonson County native was born on February 8, 1947 to the late Barnie R. and Bonnie Logsdon Poteet.  She was married to Bennie “Buck” Simmons, who survives. Donna retired from Kellwood and Nyloncraft, and was a member of Wingfield United Baptist Church.  Besides her husband, she leaves to honor her memory-- two daughters, Sheila...

Louise Ann Tillman 1945 - 2021 Louise Ann Tillman, age 75, of Wingfield departed this life on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at her residence.  She was born on April 30, 1945 to the late Freddie Joe and Elsie Lewis.  Ann was a former employee of Cobia Boats and Walt Disney World.  She loved her animals, and was a cat and bird enthusiast.  She leaves to honor her memory— two brothers, Larry Lewis (Freda) of Bowling Green and Mike Lewis (Amy) of Clermont, FL; one niece,...