Obituaries in Lexington, KY

David Ray Couch, “COUCH,” 55, of Lancaster, officially scratched on the 8-ball of life on January 16, 2026.A man of many talents—nearly all of them unmonetized—David leaves behind his girls with a massive collection of baseball cards and Iron Maiden "Eddie" collection. The family assumes this was hi...

Melissa Kay Watson, age 61, of Mayfield, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones.Melissa was born in Mayfield, Kentucky on November 30, 1964 to LaDonna and Steve Holden. She is preceded in death by her son Brandon Elkins and her father Steve, carrying their ...

Kenneth Lee Campbell, age 83, of Lexington Kentucky passed away in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family on Monday January 19, 2026Born on January 17, 1943, in Lexington Kentucky, Kenneth lived a life marked by kindness, dependability, love of family, and a strong faith in Jehovah God. He w...

June NordgulenRichmond, KentuckyJune Nordgulen, 89, passed away peacefully in the early hours of January 6. June was born in National, Washington on June 30, 1936, the daughter of Leon H. Boyce and Eva M. Stewart Boyce. She was preceded in death by sisters, Ann, Leone, and Edna; and she is survived ...

Mary Ann Parker (née Helmburg), age 64, was born on February 8, 1961, in Lexington, Kentucky, to the late Joe Ray and Stephena Helmburg. She passed away peacefully on December 28 at the University of Kentucky Hospital, surrounded by love, with her daughters, Robin Marie Crouch and Bridgette Ann Mart...

Dreama Kay Nichols 62, wife of Ronnie Nichols, passed away January 26, 2026, at University of Kentucky Hospital.  She was born on September 27, 1963, in Lexington, Kentucky to the late Claude and Helen Moore.  She is survived by two brothers, James and Gary Moore; one sister, Georgie ...

Verla Nadalia Okerblom, born August 14th, 1938, in Ironwood, MI, died of Alzheimer’s disease on January 9th, 2026, in Wilmore, KY near family. Verla was the fifth of six children of immigrant parents, Carl Oscar Okerblom and Louise Irene Helander, both born in Finland of Swedish parentage. Verl...

Klaus Weitsch, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away at home on January 28, 2026. He was born June 14, 1959, in Aken, Germany, to Willi and Inge Weitsch.Klaus was preceded in death by his father, Willi Weitsch, and his brother, Andreas Weitsch.After graduating from college, Klaus built a remarkable ca...

James Gordon Reid, of Bonita Springs, Florida, sadly passed away on January 18, 2026 in his 82nd year. He was born February 5, 1944 in Lexington, KY and was a Kentucky gentleman in every sense of the word. He is survived by his beloved wife Maria Pilacinski Reid (Marysia), her brother, Andrew, he...

Edward Crutchfield Jr., known by his family as Butchy and by friends as Eddie, was born in Lexington, KY. As a lifelong resident, he was deeply rooted in his community and known for his kindness, wisdom, and big smile. He was a devoted son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, but above all, a loving...

Christie Elaine Tucker, 51, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away on January 24, 2026. She was born on May 3, 1974, and was the cherished daughter of the late Harold and Lillie Shropshire, Christie was a devoted widow, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend, remembered for her love, compass...

In Loving Memory of Janet BrasfieldJanet Brasfield, 69, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2026. Born on September 26, 1956, in Lexington, Janet lived a life rooted in faith and defined by deep love for her family.A devoted member of Heritage Baptist Church, Janet’s faith...