Somerset Obituaries

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 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

Mar 29, 2026

Alice Ravaina Fickey-Wilson, age 85, of Stearns, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 29, 2026 surrounded by family and friends.

Alice was born on September 30, 1940 to Clarence Henry Fickey and Jettie Pearlene Renfro-Fickey. She was a great gardener with an amazing green thumb and had a love for plants like no other. Alice was a hard working woman...

Mar 29, 2026

Brenda C. Gossett, age 76, of Somerset, Kentucky passed from this life on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at Hospice of Lake Cumberland Jean Waddle Care Center. Brenda was born on January 3, 1950, in Somerset, Kentucky to the late Talmadge Goff and Arettia Goff. Brenda loved spending time with her family, especially her grandson, Tristan Abbott and great - grandson,...

Mar 28, 2026

Rev. Charles E. Slayton of West Plains, MO passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife, Charlotte, and his children and family.

Charles was born on July 9, 1943, in Westmoreland, Tennessee, to Rev. Odell and Edith Slayton. He later moved with his family to Indianapolis, Indiana, where he attended Manual High School. Charles met...

Mar 28, 2026

Brenda (Joyce) Faulkner, 74, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away at her home on Saturday, March 28th, 2026, after a lengthy cancer battle.

She was a woman of faith and longtime member of Immanuel Baptist Church where she loved teaching Sunday school, supporting vacation bible school and youth programs, singing in the choir and sharing experiences with all members of the...

Mar 23, 2026

Lillian Zoraida Tees WhitisBeloved grandmother, mother, sister, and friend.Lillian Zoraida Tees Whitis passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, at the age of 92.Born on December 16, 1933, Lillian was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved sitting and enjoying the company of her family. She lived a life marked by love, strength, and quiet grace, always making those...

Mar 23, 2026

Doris Ann Dykes Snell, from Williamsburg, Ohio, died Monday, March 23, 2026, at The

Ashford of Mt. Washington, Cincinnati, Ohio, following a prolonged struggle with

Alzheimer's disease. She was 85.

She was born on September 20, 1940, in Somerset, Kentucky, to Charlie and Ada

Woodall Dykes. She attended Shopville School and was a member of The Providence

Church.

Doris worked...

Mar 21, 2026

Obituary for David Roland "Monk" Padgett

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of David Roland "Monk" Padgett, age 74, of Somerset, Kentucky, who peacefully passed away on March 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

David was born on May 24, 1951, in Somerset, Kentucky, to the late Jack and Virginia Padgett. He was a proud member of the...

Mar 20, 2026

Lindsey Nicole Taylor-Lawson, 41, of Eubank, Kentucky, passed away on March 20, 2026.

Lindsey was born on December 18, 1984, in Tampa, Florida, and grew up in Somerset, Kentucky. She was known for her strong personality, her honesty, and the deep love she had for her family and those closest to her.

Lindsey lived life in her own way and stayed true...

Mar 19, 2026

Everett Odell Dunaway, the son of the late Ernest and Naomi Dunaway was born on March 26, 1939 and passed at the home of his son and daughter-in-law Edward and Laura Dunaway on March 19, 2026 at the age of 86. He was married to the late Patricia Dunaway for 55 years. He is survived by two sons, Edward and...