Obituaries

Somerset Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Somerset, Kentucky area

Jimmie Goggins

Jimmie Goggins

Nov 2, 2025

Jimmie Ray " Jabo" Goggins, 79 of Somerset, Kentucky departed this life on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at home, surrounded by his family and loved ones.

Jimmie was born on November 25, 1945 to the late Dorothy E. Goggins. He attended the Bourbon School prior to Ferguson Highschool where he completed the eleventh grade. Jimmie enlisted in the United States Army...

Michael Grant

Michael Grant

Oct 31, 2025

Michael Duane Grant, age 71, passed away peacefully at home, where he felt most comfortable, on Friday, October 31st 2025. Michael was born in Adrian Michigan on January 28 1954 to his mother, Edna Marie Grant.

Michael had been married to his devoted wife, Darlene Grant, for 34 years, until she passed in 2023. They had a loving & caring marriage...

Irene Payne

Irene Payne

Oct 29, 2025

Irene L. Payne, 90, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025 in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

She was born on December 21, 1934 in Artemus, Kentucky; daughter of the late Johnnie and Mary (Davis) Lay. She was a manager of Mac's Village Pantry for a number of years prior to retirement. She was a member of Maranatha Baptist Church....

Margaret Barron

Margaret Barron

Oct 27, 2025

Margaret Ellen Phelps Barron of Somerset, Kentucky passed from this life peacefully at her home surrounded by her family and friends on October 27, 2025.

She was born in the Meadow Creek Community of Wayne County, Kentucky on November 20, 1947, to Norman L. and Ina C. Phelps, both who preceded her in death.

She married the love of her life, Ira...

M.E. Randolph

M.E. Randolph

Oct 27, 2025

M.E. Randolph, age 86, of Somerset, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on October 27th, 2025, at Jean Waddle Care Center surrounded by his loved ones. Born on July 23, 1939, in Somerset, Kentucky, he was dedicated to his beloved wife and spent his life rooted in hard work, family, and the simple joys of country living.

On May 22, 1961, M.E. Randolph...

Edward Mick

Edward Mick

Oct 26, 2025

Edward Leroy Mick, 86, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away at his residence on October 26, 2025. Edward was born in Naoma, West Virginia on November 15, 1938 and was the youngest of three sons born to Herbert Van and Lula Maxine West Mick. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Herbert Van II and John Haddix Mick...

Jean Large

Jean Large

Oct 24, 2025

Pearl Jean Large, Somerset KY. May 16, 1933 - October 24, 2025.

Jean was a generous and loving wife, mom, grandmom, great-grandmom, daughter, sister, and friend. 

Born in Ingle, KY, Jean is survived by her children: Gary Large (Lynn) of Marietta, GA and Elizabeth Large Ullmer (Tom) of Indian Trail, NC; her grandchildren: Cary Daniel (Will), Kyle Ullmer, and Monica Ullmer; her...

Nancy Southerland

Nancy Southerland

Oct 24, 2025

Nancy Davis Cox Southerland, age 93, beloved mother, great grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully at her residence and entered her heavenly home on Friday, October 24th, 2025.

She was born in Burnside, KY on August 7th, 1932 to the late William and Artie Griffith Davis.

She was a member of Beacon Hill Baptist Church and the Joy Sunday...

Joyce Dykes

Joyce Dykes

Oct 23, 2025

In Loving Memory of Joyce Maxine Clayton Dykes

Joyce Maxine Clayton Dykes, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on October 23, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Shreveport Louisiana on September 29, 1938, Joyce lived a life marked by love, compassion, and unwavering faith.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Fount C. Dykes;...

Mary Tooley

Mary Tooley

Oct 22, 2025

 On the afternoon of Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the Lord called Missionary Mary Elizabeth Ingram-Tooley, age 87 from the toils of this life to rest in His presence.  

She was born on April 24, 1938, in Somerset, KY, to the late Chester Arthur and Frances Lena Ingram. She was preceded in death by Deacon Marvin Tooley (husband), Thomas Lewis Ingram(son), Mary Elaine...

Jo Ann Bruin

Jo Ann Bruin

Oct 12, 2025

Jo Ann Bruin, age 82, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025 at Somerset Nursing & Rehabilitation in Somerset, KY. She was born December 3, 1942 to the late Noel & Daisy (Prows) Hargis in Somerset, KY.

Jo Ann loved to cook for her family. Her life revolved around her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and she was passionate about volunteering...

Leah Baker

Leah Baker

Oct 8, 2025

On Oct. 8, 2025, Leah Marie Baker passed away at her home in Lexington, Ky. She was 53.

Born March. 5, 1972, in Pontiac, Mich., Leah was the daughter of the late Billy and Linda Baker. She worked as a radiology department manager at Lexington Clinic and, later, as a hair stylist for Lexington's senior population.

Leah always celebrated a richly colorful...

Dorothy Gilliam

Dorothy Gilliam

Oct 8, 2025

Dorothy Bates Gilliam, age 98, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at Cumberland Nursing & Rehabilitation in Somerset, KY.

She was born September 16, 1927 to the late William & Olga (Placke) Bates in Grundy, KY. Dorothy loved her collection of butterflies and angels.

She is survived by her two daughters, Linda Lee and Anita Lee Williams; three grandchildren, Rodney & (Shellby)...

Patricia Jozwiakowski

Patricia Jozwiakowski

Oct 2, 2025

Patricia Sue Jozwiakowski, 84, of Burnside, Kentucky passed away Thursday, October 2, 2025 at her residence.

She was born in Aracoma, WV on October 25, 1940; daughter of the late Samuel Lee & Carroll Grace (Burke) Ross. She was a talented artist and the author of several published books available on Amazon. A longtime resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado, she generously...

Joyce Cox

Joyce Cox

Sep 28, 2025

Joyce Sue Lawson Cox, 91, of Somerset, Kentucky passed into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.

She was born in Whitley Co., Kentucky on February 15, 1934; daughter of the late Laford and Carrie (Rains) Lawson. She worked as a medical technician and earned an Associate's degree from Cumberland College. She was...

Peggy Drummond

Peggy Drummond

Sep 25, 2025

Peggy Jeannine Drummond, 54, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025 at her residence.

She was born on February 3, 1971, in Paulding, Ohio, the daughter of Crystal (Wilson) Lee. She graduated from Somerset High School and was a devoted member of Pitman Creek Baptist Church.

She attended Just Family Adult Daycare, where she found joy in the...

Fruquan Goins

Fruquan Goins

Sep 23, 2025

With hearts full of love, we honor the life of Fruquan Vincent Goins, who transitioned on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at the age of 44. Though we grieve deeply, we choose to celebrate the joy, laughter, and light he brought into this world.

Born on August 14th, in New York, Kwan grew into a man who touched lives everywhere he went....

Michael Alan Brumback

Michael Alan Brumback

Sep 23, 2025

Michael Alan Brumback, 68, of Port Orange, Florida, entered into the presence of his Savior Jesus Christ on September 23, 2025. Michael lived a life marked by faith, humility, and a deep love for both his family and the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Michael is survived by his beloved wife Debra Brumback. Together they have shared nearly 48 years of love,...

Ruth Wright

Ruth Wright

Sep 23, 2025

Ruth Wright, 93, Sebring, Florida passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2025.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Goodwater Cemetery , 9865 KY - 1675, Somerset, Kentucky, with Father Ben Horn officiating.

She will be laid to rest following the service.

Pulaski Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.

Juanita Garner

Juanita Garner

Sep 21, 2025

Juanita Ilene Garner (nee Kelso) was born on September 10, 1927 in Whittemore, Iowa. She passed away on September 21, 2025 at the age of 98. Nita was the youngest child of Amelia "Mollie" Behrends and James "Jim" Kelso.

Nita grew up on the family farm in Whittemore. She graduated from Whittemore Academy at the age of 16 and moved to...