Obituaries

Somerset Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Somerset, Kentucky area

Jim  Reynolds

Jim Reynolds

Nov 9, 2025

On November 9, 2025 Jim Reynolds passed quietly into the arms of his Savior and Lord surrounded by his family. He lived a life of service to others because of his love of Jesus. He was a devoted husband of 60 years to his wife Reva Reynolds who was awaiting his entrance into heaven. Jim was a fabulous father to...

Brenda Owens

Brenda Owens

Nov 8, 2025

Brenda Katherine Owens, 74, of Windsor, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at her residence.

She was born in Detroit, MI on February 27, 1951; daughter of the late Daniel H. and Reba Lee (Daws) Lynn Dutton. She found joy in life's simple pleasures - shopping trips, Sunday drives, traveling to new places, a cup of McDonald's coffee,...

Irene Glover

Irene Glover

Nov 5, 2025

Irene Glover, age 78, of Somerset passed away Wednesday November 5, 2025 at her home. 

She was born in Ano, Kentucky on February 27, 1947 to the late Rev. Robert and Nora Wells Bullock. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband Phillip Burdine, one brother, William Oliver Bullock, 2 sisters, Wanda Bray and Mary...

Gary Wesley

Gary Wesley

Nov 5, 2025

Gary Dewayne Wesley, 81, of Science Hill, Kentucky passed from this life and entered his heavenly home on November 5, 2025, at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.

Gary was born on January 14, 1944 to the late Loyal and Geneva Godby Wesley.

He was a truck driver for Ned Godby for many years and later worked for...

Robert Ping

Robert Ping

Nov 5, 2025

Robert "Bob" Ping, age 87, passed away on November 5, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky. He was the husband of Barbara Conley Ping who passed before him. He will be laid to rest in Mill Springs National Cemetery.

Pulaski Funeral Home is honored to be in charge of his arrangements.

Paul Owens

Paul Owens

Nov 2, 2025

Paul Edward Owens, formerly of Somerset, KY, recently of Elizabeth City, NC, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, following an illness stemming from low sodium issues. Unfortunately, he did not regain his strength but took a sudden turn for the worse and died at 93 years old. Paul was born on September 8, 1932, in the town of...

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...

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 peacefully Wednesday, October 29, 2025 in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

She was born on December 21, 1934 in Artemis, 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...

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, great 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...

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...