Somerset Obituaries

Jun 7, 2026

Mary Lynne Latham, age 70, of Bronston, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on March 13, 1956, in Somerset, Kentucky, Mary Lynne was the daughter of the late Ralph Henry Latham Sr. and Mary Sue Latham. She was a member of West Bronston Baptist Church.

She was preceded...

Jun 2, 2026

Arlene Waddle Shearer, 88, of Somerset, Kentucky, died Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Somerwoods

Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on July 8, 1937, in Somerset, Kentucky, to parents Dewey P. and Elizabeth "Tommye" Ping Waddle.

When her future husband, Max Shearer, moved to Somerset from Monticello in 1952, one of the first people he met was Arlene; they...

Jun 1, 2026

Harold Owens Hamm, 92, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away in his sleep on Monday, June 1, 2026 at Barrington of West Chester Ohio. Prior to moving to Ohio he was a lifelong resident of the Alcalde Community where his family lived for generations. He grew up in New Enterprise Baptist Church, and subsequentially attended Parkers Mill Baptist Church. He was...

Jun 1, 2026

Harold Ray Hilton, 87, of Lebanon, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026. Born in Mt. Victory, Kentucky, Harold lived a life defined by hard work, determination, and an unwavering devotion to his family and friends. A truck driver by trade and a mechanic by passion, he was known as a man who could fix just about any obstacle....

May 23, 2026

Stephen "Steve" Andrew Wall, age 64 of Somerset, KY passed from this life Saturday, May 23, 2026 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center.Steve was born July 22, 1961 in High Point, North Carolina. He was the first born of Leon Fisher Wall and Gloria Smith Wall.Steve graduated from Brevard High School in 1979. He enlisted in the United States...

May 23, 2026

March 31, 1941 - May 23, 2026It is with deep love and gratitude that we remember the life of John Toby, who left a legacy for all who met him.He was born on Grundy Road in Shopville, Kentucky to Barnett and Mildred Toby. John grew up on a farm and learned the value of hard work, which he instilled in...

May 21, 2026

Dale Curtis Alexander, born October 9, 1993 passed from this life on May 21, 2026.Dale was of the baptist faith and attended the Canaan Baptist Church with his family. He married the love of his life on September 24, 2021. He was a loving husband, father, son and brother.He loved spending time with his family and loved to play basketball...

May 16, 2026

Clifford Logan, 98, of Columbia, Kentucky, formerly of Burnside, went to Heaven on May 16,

2026.Clifford was born on November 14, 1927, to the late Hobert Logan and Mamie Fitzgerald Logan. Clifford was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Joyce Bolin Logan, whom he married on February 2, 1951. Joyce passed away on July 5, 2021. He was...

May 13, 2026

Robert Gene "Bobby" Slagle, age 59, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at Somerset Nursing and Rehabilitation.Bobby was born January 27, 1967 to the late David Gene & Bonnie (Dobbs) Slagle in Alexandria, Louisiana. He spent much of his life working as a truck driver. He was a walking atlas who knew every town, back road, and hidden place,...

May 12, 2026

Mr. John Thomas Burton, son of the late Dennis and Audie Pearl Brock Burton was born at Delmer, KY on July 17, 1934 and he departed this life on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 having attained the age of 91 years.He was united in marriage to Barbara Jean Dunsmore Burton, She preceded him in death.Two children blessed this union; Larry (and...

May 4, 2026

Mary Lou Gammage, born February 13, 1945, in Du Quoin, Illinois, passed away on May 4, 2026, leaving behind a life filled with simple joys. As a child, she moved with her family to Arcadia, Florida, where she grew up and graduated from DeSoto County High School. In November 1964, Mary married Leland Duncan Gammage. Together they raised two children...

May 2, 2026

HallieAnn Brooke Rogers of Somerset , Kentucky was born into the arms of God May 2nd, 2026 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. She was the precious baby of Zach and Callie Rogers.Preceding Hallie in death is her nanny and papaw Shirley and Gary Wesley, papaw Earl Rader, as well as her great grandmothers, Josie Hancock and Maxine Whitaker.HallieAnn is survived by her...

Apr 28, 2026

Wilmouth "Wilma" M. Cooper, daughter of the late Raymond "Squirley" and Millie West Morris Tucker was born January 25, 1939 at Poynter, KY and she departed this life April 28, 2026 at her residence having attained the age of 87 years.SHh was first united in marriage to Mr. James "Toots" VanHoosier on May 30, 1951 and remained married to him...

Apr 20, 2026

Rosetta Marie Griffith Abney, daughter of the late Donald and Christine Dykes Griffith was born April 09, 1960 and she departed this life on Monday, April 20, 2026 having attained the age of 66 years. She is survived by her husband, John Abney who she loved with all her heart and soul. Two very lovely special step-daughters, Leah and Larissa;...

Apr 18, 2026

With great sorrow, we announce the passing of Anna Mae McKee of Sloans Valley, KY. Anna passed away on April 18th, 2026, at the age of 77 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital surrounded by familyAnna (Ann) was born on September 19th, 1948, in Poplar Mountain (Clinton County), KY to the late James and Etta Sidwell and was of the Baptist faith....

Apr 7, 2026

James Robert Foster(Jim..Jimbo) age 71 of the Ringgold Community, passed from this life into his eternal home on Tuesday April 7, 2026, at LCRH in Somerset.

He was born in Faubush, KY on October 17, 1954, to the late Dewey & Dorothy Jane (Ard) Foster. Jim graduated from Somerset High School in 1972. He completed a degree in "Tool and Die"...

Apr 6, 2026

Rodney Lyle Ballenger, 72, of Somerset, Kentucky, passed away on April 6, 2026.

Born on January 7, 1954, and raised in Russell Springs, Kentucky, Rodney lived a life defined by hard work, resilience, and generosity. He spent many years serving his community through his role as Assistant Executive Director at Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency (LC-CAA), where he took pride...

Apr 5, 2026

Gregory Keith McGuire, 50, of Berea, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at Central Baptist. He was born in Middletown, Ohio on September 17, 1975; son of the late Wayne & Victoria (Davis) Maguire. He was a HVAC Tech. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, finding great joy in fishing and hunting, as well as gaming, wood...

Apr 5, 2026

Paula Louise Perry "Mama" , 64, of Somerset, Kentucky, passed away on April 5, 2026.

Born on October 16, 1961, in Barberton, Ohio, Paula lived a life centered around love, family, and compassion. She was a talented beautician in Ohio before moving to Kentucky, where she later worked for Palm Beach until her health no longer allowed. Paula also devoted...

Apr 4, 2026