James Tyrone Howard, Sr., 65, of Owensboro

OWENSBORO, KY., — James Tyrone Howard, Sr., 65, of Owensboro departed this life on March 3l, 2020. He was born February 22, 1955 in Owensboro, Kentucky. He was a member of the Zion Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY and loved UK Basketball.

He was preceded in death by 1 brother Darrin Russell Howard.                 

He leaves to cherish his memories 1 son James Tyrone Howard II, Louisville, 3 daughters Tracy Rogers of Louisville, Tyler Keown of Rockport, IN., and Megan Gregory McBroom of Owensboro, 9 grandchildren, parents James Thomas (Tommy) & Jewell Dean Howard of Owensboro, 1 brother Thomas Jermaine Howard of Owensboro, 2 sisters Lolita (Lola) Scott of Jeffersonville, IN and Marian (BaBa) Leachman of Indianapolis, IN.

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Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

OWENSBORO, KY., Houston Hogg Jr., 71, of Owensboro passed away Thursday, January 2, 2020 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital surrounded by his family. Houston was born on March 2, 1948 to Houston and Margaret L. (Smith) Hogg Sr. in Hazard Kentucky. Growing up in Hazard, Houston was such a standout athlete in all sports, that after his junior year of high school in Hazard, Daviess County High School enticed his family to move to Owensboro, Ky, in an effort to finally beat their rival OHS. And in his one and only year at Daviess County, sick and battling with a 103 temperature, and being used as a decoy, Daviess County was able to score the winning touchdown to defeat OHS 7-0.

This was only the beginning of Houston Hogg breaking cycles. From there he would receive a scholarship to attend the University of Kentucky, majoring in Special Education, and he would not only be one of the first black players to play football at UK, but in the entire South East Conference. And just as it was in the game against Owensboro High 4 years before, it wasn’t his game stats at UK that made the biggest impact, it was his presence that changed the College Football landscape. Leaving University of Kentucky, Houston moved back to Owensboro, and married Deborah, and as was his custom began making positive changes in his community by his presence.

Houston retired from AEP Rockport Power Plant. While he was an avid outdoorsman, that loved hunting, fishing, gardening, and continued playing sports of all kinds, his biggest impact was in the community. He was loved and known by everyone as Mr. Houston. He never met a stranger, always had time for everyone, and never failed to shake the hand of a child and make them feel special. He routinely handed out candy, money when needed, and would load up kids in the back of his truck and took them out to the country to ride his horses. In 1989, Houston rededicated his life back to the Lord, and as it was with everything he did, he pursued Lord with zeal. Going back to college, he received his BA in Bible, from Great Commission Bible College. Houston often hosted Bible study in his home and served as Deacon at Sweeny Street Baptist Church until his passing.

In 1991, he and his wife Deborah felt the Lord call them into Foster care. Unbeknownst to them, but as before, the Lord used Houston and Deborah to break cycles. Since 1991, they fostered over 200 children. Never turning away a child in need, doing all things with excellence and love, they were once recognized as National Foster Parents of the year. While Houston will be dearly missed by all who knew him, he would want everyone to know that he was more than prepared and eager to meet his Lord and Savior. He had run his race and was prepared to be offered up.

Houston is survived by his wife of 46 years Deborah (Kelly) Hogg, his brothers Richard Freeman, David L. (Gwen) Hogg, sister Rachel J. (Ricky) Jessup, his children April (Chris) Brown, Gary Kelly, Dante (Maria) Kelly, Ronald (Tina) Hogg, Hadji (Jennifer) Hardin, Alyce Hogg, over 200 Foster Children, his 19 grandchildren De'ante Kelly, Orlando Kelly, Chris (Lauren) Brown, Lataysha Kelly, Houston (Emily) Brown, Ron Hogg, Cameron (Morgan) Kelly, Ryan (Emily) Hogg, Danielle Hogg, Je'nee Hardin, Joshua Kelly, Taeron Hogg, Jordan Kelly, Faith Hogg, Natalia Payne, Harold Hogg, Mya Kelly, Micah Kelly, Isaiah Hardin, 10 Great-grandchildren, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews to whom he was known simply as ‘Uncle Bay’.

He was preceded in death by both of his parents, his brother Fred Hogg and sister Patricia Hogg.

Funeral services will be held at Good Shepherd Church 3031 Bittel Road Owensboro, KY 42301 on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 12noon. Burial in Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Owensboro, KY.

Visitation from 5pm - 8pm on Friday, January 10, 2020 at Good Shepherd Church and Saturday 10AM until funeral time. Rev. Robert C. Kendrick, Officiant-Eulogist. Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

OWENSBORO, KY., — Ardell Hanley, Jr., 65, of Owensboro departed this life Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at The Heartford House Hospice of Western Kentucky. He was born July 12, 1954 in Owensboro, KY. He was a previous member of First Baptist Church of Maceo, KY until the church closed and currently is a member of the Center Street Missionary Baptist Church, Owensboro, KY. Mr. Ardell was employed by the Owensboro Sanitation Department for over 20 years. He enjoyed and became an avid UK Basketball and Football Fan in high school, this athlete became a cross country, track and field star. He enjoyed watching westerns on TV and playing bingo.

He is preceded in death by his parents Ardell Hanley Sr. and Mattie Hanley, wife Doraine Hanley and granddaughter Reealiti Hanley.

He leaves to cherish his memories his companion Eleanor of Owensboro, 1 son Brandon (Amy) Hanley of Calhoun, 1 daughter Tishna (Dwayne) Hanley of Owensboro, 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, 5 step children, 4 sisters Linda (Perry) Washington, Malinda Hanley, Patricia (Richard) Long, Brenda Cowherd all of Owensboro, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and will be truly missed by all.

Funeral Services will be held at Zion Missionary Baptist Church Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at 11am.

Visitation from 5pm – 7pm on Monday, October 21, 2019 and Tuesday, October 22, 2019 10am to 11am until funeral time. Burial in Rose Hill Elmwood Cemetery Owensboro, KY with Rev. Larry D. Lewis Officiating.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

DAYTONA BEACH, FL., — Kimberly Joy Wells, 49, of Daytona Beach departed this life Sunday, October 6, 2019 at the Halifax Health Medical Center of Daytona Beach, Florida. She was born March 16, 1970 in Greenville, Kentucky.

She is preceded in death by her father Herman Wells, stepfather and mother John and Jacqueline Bard, sister Serphina Wells and a loving companion Terry White.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories 2 daughters Sydney White and Alexandria White both of Daytona Beach, FL., 3 brothers Lester (Melissa)  Wells, Madisonville, Sean and Andre Collins both of Greenville, 1 sister Monita Wells of Greenville, step-mother Joyce Wells, Greenville, step-sister Carolyn (Greg) Pillow Goodlettsville, TN., 1 uncle Wendell (Regina) Eaves and 1 aunt Izetta Tutt both of Greenville, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral Services will be held at Wesley Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 1pm. Burial in Old Unity Cemetery, Graham, KY.

Visitation from 11am to funeral time. Presiding Elder, BaTavi Combs, Officiating.

 Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

Greenville, KY., — Ashton Danielle Bard, 22, of Greenville departed this life Saturday, June 22, 2019 at her residence in Greenville, KY. She was born April 22, 1997 in Greenville, KY.

She was a loving child and cherished by all. 

She leaves behind to cherish her memories Mother Tyra Bard of Greenville, Father Aaron Bard of Greenville, 1 brother Aaron Bard, Jr., 1 sister Breana Dulin both of Greenville,  grandparents Mary ( Minister George) Baker of Greenville, several aunts and uncles, 1 nephew Sander Dulin, Greenville, a host of cousins and friends.

Funeral Services are at 12noon Friday, June 28, 2019 at the First Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville, KY.

Visitation 11am – 12noon at the church.  Rev. Terrence Minor, Eulogist.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

Mayfield, KY., — Ted Johnson, Jr., 88, of Mayfield departed this life Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at the Jackson Purchase Medical Center in the city of Mayfield. He was born May 16, 1931 in Mayfield, KY to the late R. C. Johnson and Lucille Milliken. He was employed by Auroa in Ilinois and his favorite past time was fishing and hunting.          

Also preceding him in death 1 brother Jack Johnson, 2 sisters Cinda Caldwell and Colleen Johnson.   

He leaves behind to cherish his memories 1 son Haywood Galbreath of Los Angeles, CA., 1 daughter Cynthia Galbreath, Mayfield, 3 grandchildren, a special niece Rose (Randy) Adair, Mayfield, a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins, distant relatives and friends.

Graveside Services are at 1pm Friday, June 14, 2019 at the Oak Rest Cemetery in Mayfield, KY. Rev. Robert C. Kendrick Officiating.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

GREENVILLE, KY., — Larry Joe Hurt, 66, of Greenville departed this life Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at his residence in Greenville, KY. He was born April 30, 1952 in Greenville to the late Phillip Hurt and Eva Hurt.

Also, 2 brothers James Hurt and Garland Hurt preceded him in death. He was a member of Wesley Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church in Greenville and was a retiree from TVA. He loved to fish, play softball, work on his truck and spend time with his granddaughter and family.      

He leaves behind to cherish his memories a loving daughter Larvitra Hurtt of Jonesboro, GA., 1 granddaughter LaSabrae Hurtt of Springfield, TN., 1 sister Eva Nell Cheatham of Central City, several nieces, great nieces, great nephews, cousins, distant relatives and friends.

Funeral Services are at 1pm Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at the First Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville, KY.

Visitation 12noon – 1pm at the church on Tuesday. Burial in West End Cemetery Greenville, KY with Rev. Terrence Minor Officiating.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

Greenville, KY., — Joyce Marie Jagoe, 69, of Louisville for a couple of years departed this life Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the Sycamore Heights in Louisville, KY. She was born May 7, 1949 in Greenville to the late William Jagoe and Ranie Mae Reynolds. She was a member of the First Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville and was employed by the Belle Meade Nursing Home in Greenville for approximately 17 years. In her spare time, she loved the art of Culinary Baking.

She is preceded in death by 1 brother William ‘Buzz’ Jagoe.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories 2 loving daughters Brandy (Chris) Douglas, Miranda Hand both of Louisville, 3 grandchildren Brayden, Hayden, Kaiden all of Louisville, 1 sister Regina (Keith) Briggs in Kendallville, IN., 1 brother George (Mary Jean) Baker in Greenville, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, distant relatives and friends.

Funeral Services are at 1pm Friday, April 5, 2019 at the First Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville, KY.

Visitation 11am – 1pm at the church on Friday. Burial in West End Cemetery Greenville, KY. Rev. Terrence Minor, Officiating.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

Owensboro, KY., — Patsy Louise Glover Kelly, 75, of Owensboro departed this life Monday, March 18, 2019 at the Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. She was born January 13, 1944 in Owensboro to the late Vernon Glover and Mary Alice Deal Glover. Her church membership was sustained at the Zion Missionary Baptist Church where she sang in the choir, served on the Usher Board, Willing Worker Committee, assisted joyfully in other various functions of the church and was a member of The Order of the Eastern Star. She was employed by the Housing Authority in the city of Owensboro, KY.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories 3 sons Kent (Mattie) Kelly of Owensboro, Eric Kelly, Palm Harbor of Florida, Kelvin ‘Fred’ Kelly of Japan, 2 daughters Mary ‘Niecy’ Glover, Sherra (Timmy) Adams both of  Owensboro, 11 grandchild, 22 great grandchildren, 1 brother Danny Ray Glover of Chicago, IL., 2 sisters Audrey Smith of Owensboro, Linda ( Steven) Glover-Coleman of Chicago, IL., 1 aunt Shirley Clark of Evansville, 1 great aunt Naomi Deal of Owensboro, 1 sister in-law Ora Glover, a special friend Sam Byrd, a childhood best friend Margaret Sue Owen all of Owensboro, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, distant relatives and friends.

Funeral Services are at 12noon Saturday, March 23, 2019 at the Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY.

Visitation 6pm – 8pm at the church on Friday and 11am – 12noon on Saturday Burial in Rose Hill Elmwood Cemetery Owensboro, KY. Rev. Larry D. Lewis Officiating.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

GREENVILLE, KY., — William Lester Jagoe, 68, of Greenville passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at his residence in Greenville. He was born November 18, 1950 in Greenville, KY to the late William Jagoe and Ranie Mae Reynolds Jagoe. Mr. Jagoe was a retiree from TVA, and he loved music, watching sports, dancing and most of all his grandchildren. He served in the United States Army.

He leaves behind to cherish his memories a significant other, Lillie Cozetta Drake of Greenville, 1 daughter Colinda Shea Drake of Central City, 1 step- son Jeffery ( Karen) Drake of Greenville, 1 step-daughter Tylena Drake of Greenville, 3 grandchildren Mahogany, Lillie, Kobe all of Central City, 1 brother George ( Mary Jean) S. Baker of Greenville, 2 sisters Joyce Jagoe, Louisville, Regina (Keith) Briggs Kendallville, IN., several nieces, nephews, cousins, distant relatives and  friends.

Funeral Services are at 1pm March 16, 2019 at Wesley Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Greenville, KY.

Visitation 11am – 1pm at the church on Saturday. Burial in West End Cemetery, Greenville, KY.  Minister Charles Ray Bard, Eulogist.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements 

OWENSBORO, KY., — Letetia Rochelle Wright gained her heavenly wings on December 27, 2018 at her home. She was born in Madisonville, KY on March 13 to Jeffery W. Thompson and Helen D. Wright. She gave her life to Christ and was baptized at Sweeney Street Baptist Church. She later joined Fourth Street Baptist Church. Letetia loved life and lived it to the fullest. She never met a stranger nor turned one away. She showed love to everyone and received it in return. 

She leaves behind to cherish her memories 3 sons EliJuan Wright, Edmund Wright, and Dontae Shemwell all from Owensboro, 1 grandchild EliJuan Wright, Jr., of Owensboro, mother Helen D. Wright of Owensboro, 1 step-father James E. Davis, Jr. of Owensboro, 1 sister Tiffany Wright of Owensboro, 1 brother Kendell Wright of Owensboro, 1 grandfather Kenneth Smith of Owensboro, 1 grandmother Sally L. Thompson of Madisonville, 2 nieces Jazmine Harbin and Layonna Wright both of Owensboro, several aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends.

Memorial Services are 1pm Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at Fourth Street Baptist Church Owensboro, KY. 

Visitation 11am – 1pm at the church on Wednesday. Rev. Mario Pearson Officiating.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements

OWENSBORO, KY., — Mattie Edna Lewis-Hanley, 98 of Owensboro departed this life on Thursday, November 8, 2018 at her residence in Owensboro, KY. She was born June 5, 1920 in Yelvington, KY. She professed a hope in Christ at an early age and united with the First Baptist Church of Maceo and later moved her letter to the Center Street Baptist Church where she served on the Mother’s Board and sang in the choir.  She currently attended The Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY.                                         

She was preceded in death by her parents Malcom Lewis, Sr. and Carrie Ethel Lewis, her husband Ardell Hanley, Sr., son Michael Hanley, brother Malcolm Lewis, Jr., and sister Thelma Harris.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories 1 son Ardell Hanley, Jr., Owensboro, 4 daughters Linda (Perry) Washington, Owensboro, Malinda Hanley, Owensboro, Patricia (Richard) Long of Owensboro, and Brenda Cowherd, Owensboro, 12 grandchildren, 24 great- grandchildren and 1 great grandson, several nieces and nephews, distant cousins and a host of friends.

Funeral Services are at 12noon, Thursday, November 15, 2018 at Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Owensboro, KY. 

Visitation 5pm – 7pm at the church on Wednesday and 10am – 12noon on Thursday. Burial in Elmwood – Rose Hill Cemetery, Owensboro, KY.  Rev. Larry Lewis Officiating.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

OWENSBORO, KY., — Larissa Moorman Lewis, 96 of Owensboro passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at the Heartford House in Owensboro, KY. She was born December 20, 1921 in Utica, KY. The Daviess County native was a member of the Sweeney Street Missionary Baptist Church and was a homemaker who loved her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Rates Lewis, Sr., son Charles R. Lewis, Jr., 2 daughters Deana L. Leak and Joyce M. Fulton and 2 grandchildren.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories 4 sons Rev. Larry (Vivian) Lewis, Owensboro, Knox Dennie (Joanie) Lewis, Louisville, James Lewis, Frankfort, Germany and John (Yager) Lewis, Owensboro, 9 daughters, Pamilla Bracy, Owensboro, Anita (Michael) Jackson, Owensboro, Wanda ( Steve) Tinsley, Evansville, Mona ( Curtis) Tinnin, Indianapolis, Connie Moredock, Owensboro, Marion Fernandez, Louisville, Jill ( Kenneth) Higgs, Owensboro, Mary Jan Lewis, Owensboro, and Omega Kathy Lewis, Owensboro, 59 grandchildren, 105 great- grandchildren, 1 sister Gladys Shauntee of Owensboro, several nieces, cousins and friends.

Funeral Services are at 12noon, Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church, Owensboro, KY. 

Visitation 10am – 12noon at the church on Saturday. Burial in Elmwood – Rose Hill Cemetery, Owensboro, KY. Rev. Larry Lewis, Eulogist and Rev. Rhondalyn Randolph, Officiating.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

OWENSBORO, KY., — Etta L. Sutherland, 89 of Owensboro passed away Friday, October 5, 2018 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital in Owensboro. She was born November 27, 1928 in Owensboro, KY. Mrs. Sutherland was a member of the Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church, Owensboro, KY where she served faithfully on the Usher Board. She worked at W.R. Grace in Owensboro, KY for several years.

She was preceded in death by her former husband’s Carl Starling and Richard Sutherland.                 

She leaves behind to cherish her memories 1 son Alex Montgomery of Owensboro, 2 daughters Judith Meriwether of Owensboro, and Linda Long of Norcross, GA., 3 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, 1 sister Emma Parker of IL., several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services are at 10am Saturday, October 13, 2018 at The Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church Owensboro, KY. 

Visitation 5pm – 7pm at the church on Friday, October 12, 2018 and Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 9am – 10am.  Burial in Rose Hill Elmwood Cemetery, Owensboro with Rev. Mario Pearson, Eulogist. 

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

CENTRAL CITY, KY., — Jonah Richard Christian Jr, 82 of Central City passed away Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at Ridgewood Terrence in Madisonville. He was born December 8, 1935 in Greenville to the late Jonah and Mary Christian. Mr. Christian was a member of Wesley Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Greenville. He worked as an over- the- road truck driver for Logistics Transportation, various other trucking companies and served in the Korean War while serving our country in the United States Marines.                                         

He loved his family, friends, and a very close lifetime friend Mr. George Phillips who has passed on to be with the Lord. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 sisters Emma Jean Williams and Margaret Ann Bean. 

He leaves behind to cherish his memories 2 brothers Robert Edward (Ceil) Christian of Queens, New York and Harold (Youlanda) Christian of Evansville, IN., 2 sisters Blanche Hawkins of Central City, and Rosie Lee Mitchell of Glendale, AZ., several nieces, nephews, cousins, distant relatives and friends.

Funeral Services are at 1pm Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at the Bibbs Funeral Home Greenville, KY.

Visitation 11am – 1pm at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 with Burial in West End Cemetery Greenville with Rev. George Phillips, Eulogist and Rev. Lauretta Bard Officiating.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

DRAKESBORO, KY., — Vitula Mae Rife, 82 of Drakesboro passed away Saturday, September 1, 2018 at Concordia Maple in Greenville, KY. She was born March 22, 1936 in Beaver Dam, KY to the late Charles Martin and Anna Wade Martin. Mrs. Rife was a member of the Bethel Baptist Missionary Baptist Church, Drakesboro and served in the following capacities, a member of the Mother’s Board, President of the Usher Board, Women’s Missionary Society, Kitchen Committee, Green River Valley District Assoc. and Commissioned a Kentucky Colonel on May 5, 1998. Her employment consisted of Sparks Nursing Home, Muhlenberg Community Hospital, and the remainder of her career was at Belle Meade Nursing Home.

Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband James Rife, 1 son Rodney Rife, 3 sisters and 2 brothers.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories 2 sons Darrell Rife Antioch, TN., Tyrone (Carmon) Rife, Greenville, 3 daughters Beverly (Howard) Morehead, Drakesboro, Nartasha Bacon, Goodlettesville, TN., and Sharon (Paul) Parker, Cleaton, 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 1 sister Thelma Montgomery, Beaver Dam, 2 sisters-in-law Mae Chambers, Browder, and Carolyn (Ronnie) Reed of Drakesboro, several nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, distant relatives and 2 special friends Ada Wimbley, Drakesboro, and Linda Staples of Beechmont.

Funeral Services are at 1pm Saturday, September 8, 2018 at The Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Drakesboro.

Visitation 11am – 1pm at the church on Saturday. Burial in West End Cemetery, Greenville with Rev. Ricky Hill, Eulogist and Rev. Reginal Elliott, Officiating.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

CENTRAL CITY, KY., — Phyllis Ann Mitchell, 70 of Central City passed away Saturday, July 7, 2018 at her residence in Central City. She was born August 22, 1947 in Greenville to the late Eugene Milton (Bean) Phelps and the late Mary Elizabeth Hamilton. Mrs. Mitchell was a member of the Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church Central City and served in the following capacities Culinary Dept. actively involved with the Sunday School Dept. BTU and Vacation Bible School. Her employment consisted of Approx. 15 years with the Muhlenberg. Co. Board of Education, TVA and P& M Mines. She loved to carry on conversations and meeting people for she never met a stranger.                      

She leaves behind to cherish her memories  a loving husband of 45 years Robert Mitchell of Central City, 3 sons Courtney (Jacqueline) Phelps of Arlington, TX Rico Lamont (Toni) Mitchell of Fort Worth, TX and Marcus (Ginger) Mitchell of Central City, 7 grandchildren Syomna, Kadeija, Keara, Danara, Erica, Dondre and Little Rico, 3 great grandchildren Kaliyah, Lizzy and Dontae, 7 brothers William ( Louise) Hamilton, Michael Eugene Phelps, Jerry Phelps, Ricky Phelps, Lendell Phelps, Melvin Phelps and Perry Phelps, 5 sisters Gloria J. Phelps, Elaine Phelps, Janie Phelps, Patricia Phelps and Annetta Phelps, special cousin Donald McGruder, Sr., several nieces, nephews, cousins, distant relatives and  friends.

Funeral Services are at 11am July 13, 2018 at The Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church Central City. 

Visitation 9am – 11am at the church on Friday. Burial in West End Cemetery, Greenville, KY. Rev. Otis Cunningham, Eulogist.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville is in charge of arrangements.

GREENVILLE, KY., — George Thomas Phillips, 82, of Greenville passed away Saturday, April 14, 2018 at the Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital in Greenville.

He was born September 10, 1935 in Greenville to the late Robert Lincoln Phillips and the late Margaret Bard Phillips. Mr. Phillips worked at the Ken Surface Mines in Rockport, KY for Approx. 29 years. He loved spending his past time having conversations at the IGA.

He  leaves behind to cherish his memories, a loving wife Margaret Lester Phillips, Greenville, 3 sons Clifford ( LaGertha) Phillips, Columbus, Ohio, James Phillips and Keith Phillips both of Greenville, 2 daughters Tracey ( Johnny) Owens of Greenville, and Patricia Hawkins of Greenville, 10 grandchildren, 1 brother Robert ( Helen) Phillips, Sr., Greenville, 1 sister Mary Ann ( James)  Bell, Russellville, KY several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Funeral Services are Wednesday at 1pm April 18, 2018 at The Pentecostal Church of God In Christ, in Greenville.

Visitation 11am – 1pm at the church on Wednesday. Burial in West End Cemetery, Greenville.  Elder Archie Grimmett, Eulogist.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.

DETROIT, MI., — Anthony Larosa Drake, 61 of Detroit passed away at his residence on Monday, February 19, 2018. He was born in Greenville, KY on February 13, 1957 and was employed by Allied Eagle Spartan Chemical Company in Detroit, Michigan. Anthony enlisted and served terms in both Army & Navy Branches of Service.

He is preceded in death by his father Bobby McCoy, 2 brothers Douglas McCoy and Michael Van Drake.

He  leaves behind to cherish his memories Mother Cozetta Drake of Greenville, KY, 2 brothers Jeffery ( Karen) Drake of Greenville, KY and Jerome McCoy, Drakesboro, KY, 3 sisters Tylena Drake of Greenville, KY, Shea Drake, Central City, KY and Glena McCoy, Bowling Green, KY, a host of aunts, uncles nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral Services are 12noon Monday, February 26, 2018 at Wesley Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church in Greenville, KY.

Visitation 11am – 12noon at the church on Monday. Burial in West End Cemetery, Greenville, KY.  Rev. BaTavi Combs, Officiating, Min. Charles Ray Bard, Eulogist.

Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.