Obituary Listing

Sep 6, 2025

Patsy Sue "Pat" Johnston, 75, of Loretto, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville.  She was born February 20, 1950 in Marion County.  She formerly worked as a Customer Service Manager with Walmart in Lebanon and as a hairdresser at the old Johnston's Beauty Shop in Lebanon.

Pat was preceded...

Aug 25, 2025

Brian Jay Hatt, 51, of Raywick, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025. Brian was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who will be remembered for his humor, caring heart, and dedication to helping others. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and continued a life of service as a volunteer firefighter with the Raywick...

Aug 18, 2025

Marie Kathleen "Kathy" Cissell, 64, of Raywick, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025 at U of L Health Jewish Hospital.  She was born May 9, 1961 in Marion County.  She formerly worked as a lunch lady at Marion County High School.  She loved flowers, gardening and pallet sales.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph...

Aug 16, 2025

Joyce Ann Faulkner Morris, 81, of Bardstown, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025 at her home, with her family by her side.  She was born October 28, 1943 in Nelson County to the late James Leonard and Marguerite Caple Faulkner.  She was a member of Saint Thomas Catholic Church.

Joyce was preceded in death by her husband,...

Aug 14, 2025

John Earl "Johnny" Clark, 66, of Holy Cross, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital in Louisville.  He was born February 15, 1959 in Nelson County.  He owned and operated Clark's Tavern in Holy Cross.

Johnny was preceded in death by his father, William T. "Frank" Clark; two sisters, Marian E. Higdon and Theresa...

Aug 11, 2025

Deborah Jean "Debbie" Fogle, 68, of Loretto, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 11, 2025 at her home, with her family by her side.  She was born September 11, 1956 in Nelson County.  She worked for Maker's Mark Distillery for more than 30 years.

Debbie was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Robert "Bob" and Nora...

Aug 8, 2025

Clarence Olden Darnell, 82, of Lebanon, passed away Friday, August 8, 2025 at Springfield Nursing and Rehab.  He was born March 25, 1943 in Marion County.  He worked as a farmer and a mechanic.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jill Simpson Darnell; parents, Edward Brodus and Doshia Lee Sneed Darnell; three sisters, Edith Ann...

Aug 8, 2025

Thomas Nolan "Tom" Mattingly, 70, of the Stringtown community of Loretto, passed away peacefully, Friday, August 8, 2025 at his home, surrounded by his family.  He was born October 2, 1954 in New Hope.  He worked as a Farmer.  He enjoyed watching wildlife with his morning coffee.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, John Junior...

Aug 4, 2025

Phyllis Ann Troutman, 79, of Raywick, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. Born January 29, 1946, in Louisville, she was the owner and operator of "Clean as a Whistle" car wash and Troutman Gas in Lebanon. Phyllis previously worked for Marion National Bank and served as the Mayor of Raywick. A devoted...

Jul 30, 2025

A Bardstown resident, Mr. Thomas (Tommy) Julian Donahue, age 85, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Flaget Memorial Hospital. He was born April 6, 1940, in Nelson County to the late John Francis Donahue and Marie Donahue Greenwell. Tommy was a retired employee of Rainbo Bread Company. He was a member of the Loretto Sportsman Club, Bardstown Knights...

Jul 20, 2025

Richard Kelly Wheatley, 66, of Raywick, passed away at his home on Sunday, July 20, 2025. He dedicated over 40 years to his work as a logger and was honored as Kentucky Logger of the Year, a testament to his skill and passion for his profession. Ricky had a deep love for the outdoors, enjoying gardening, hunting, and especially...

Jul 20, 2025

Susan Lewis Mattingly, age 80 of Gravel Switch, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025 at her home, with her family by her side.  She was born April 17, 1945 in Marion County.  She formerly worked at Cedars of Lebanon Nursing Center.  She was a member of Gravel Switch Baptist Church.

Susan was preceded in death by her...

Jul 18, 2025

Leslie Eugene Crews, 67, of Columbia, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington. Born on June 2, 1958, in Marion County, he was the son of the late Jodie and Frances Wheeler Crews. Eugene was a dedicated truck driver who retired after many years of service. A man of deep faith, he...

Jul 11, 2025

Olivia Marie Armstrong, 23, of Mount Washington, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Baptist East Hospital in Louisville following complications from an accident.

Born on January 19, 2002, in Louisville, Olivia was a bright and accomplished young woman.  She graduated with honors from Bullitt East High School's class of 2020 and went on to earn...

Jul 5, 2025

Margaret "Kaye" Caldwell, 57, of Lebanon, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.  Born on May 14, 1968, in Marion County, Kaye was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Her grandchildren were the light of her life, bringing her endless joy and love.  She will be deeply missed by all...

Jul 1, 2025

Joseph Glenn Miller, age 69 of Saint Francis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at University of Louisville Hospital.

Born on November 19, 1955, in Marion County, Glenn dedicated much of his life to his work as a machinist with Henry Vogt Machine Company in Louisville. Alongside his skilled trade, he was also a passionate...

Jun 23, 2025

Louis Randell Thomas, age 90 of Mount Washington, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 at Baptist Health Louisville.  He was born September 9, 1934 in Loretto, KY.  He formerly worked as an Electrician with The Courier Journal Newspaper.  He honorably served his country in the U. S. Army.  He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and Saint...

Jun 18, 2025

Timothy Wayne "Tim" Nalley, age 61, of Bardstown, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Born in Marion County on October 26, 1963, and raised in Loretto, Tim was known for his warm heart, love of family, and passion for classic cars.  Tim spent part of his career working at South Central Bell, where he...

Jun 12, 2025

Francis "Keith" Mattingly, age 66 of New Hope, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025 at UK Medical Center.  He was born January 2, 1959 in Nelson County.  He was a mechanic for 50 plus years.  He rebuilt his first transmission at age 13. He was the owner of Bardstown Transmission and later Mattingly Transmission.  He loved classic cars, westerns,...

Jun 7, 2025

William Gary Norris, age 54, passed away on June 7, 2025, in Lebanon, Kentucky as a result of an auto accident. Born on January 30, 1971, in Holy Cross, Kentucky, Gary spent his life rooted in the communities of his beloved home state.

A man of many talents and boundless generosity, Gary was known as a "Jack...