Obituaries in Winchester, KY

Connie Lynn Riley, 59, widow of David Riley, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Born on September 22, 1966, in Lexington, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late George Wireman and Wilma Allen.Connie was a devoted mother and grandmother who found great joy in caring for her family. She w...

Joyce B. Ratliff, 78, widow of Cleatus Ratliff, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Born July 27, 1947, in Winchester, Kentucky, she was the beloved daughter of the late Harry and Ethel Epperson Bush.J...

John L. Jako, 69, beloved husband of Linda Toland Jako, passed peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, and entered into the presence of the Lord. He was born on September 8, 1956, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, the son of John Lewis Jako and Barbara Deaton Jako.J...

Kaitlynn Samantha Wilson-Arcand, 35, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026. She was born on May 18, 1990, in Iowa City, Iowa.Kaitlynn was a store manager for Sherwin-Williams and took pride in her work. She was a talented artist who loved crafting, dancing with friends, and expressing herself crea...

Carol Lee Ramsey, 68, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026. A native of Winchester, Kentucky, she was born on April 20, 1957, to the late Howard and Marie Welch Banks.Carol was employed for many years at Kentucky Lock, where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic. She greatly enjo...

Ava Ann Warner, age 16, of Paris, Kentucky, met Jesus face to face on January 22.Ava was born Thursday Dec. 23, 2009 and became the beloved daughter of Holly and Dean Warner and a cherished sister to Samuel Warner, Brielle Warner, and Jacob Warner. She was deeply loved by her family and brought joy,...

Fay Walden Clem, 87, widow of Rodney L. Clem, Sr., went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Born in Winchester, Kentucky, on July 7, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Leroy and Margaret Walden.Fay worked for many years as a dedicated bank teller and faithfully voluntee...

Verna Richardson Catron, 93, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Clark Regional Medical Center. Born November 10, 1932, in Clark County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Bunk and Della Stevens Richardson.Verna retired from BellSouth Telephone Company after ...

Elva Marie Harris, 83, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Clark Regional Medical Center. Born January 2nd, 1943 in Winchester, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Lee and Dona Davis.Elva retired from Clark County Bank and Fort Boonesborough State Park after many years o...

Wavelee Finney, 83, widow of Louie W. Finney, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at her home in Clark County. Born on November 23, 1942, in Powell County, she was the daughter of the late Harlan and Gracie Rollins Reed.Wavelee dedicated many years of service as a custodian at Geo...

Ersal Wayne Ferrell, 85, beloved husband of Reta Goolman Ferrell, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his home in Winchester. Born in Bourbon County, Kentucky, on July 1, 1940, he was the son of the late Charles Arden Ferrell and Ada Pearl McKenzie Ferrell. Ersal retired from...

Gerald Wayne Jako, age 61, of Piney View, WV passed away at his home on January 15, 2026.Born on December 15, 1964 in Wheeling, WV, he was the son of the late John Jako and Barbara Deaton Jako.Jerry, as he was known by family and friends, was an automobile salesman for Lewis Automotive in Beckley, W...