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Submitted by Chastain Funeral Home PLAINFIELD – Jerry Lee Myers, 92, formerly of Campbellsburg, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Cumberland Trace Senior Living in Plainfield. Born December 1, 1933, in Salem, he was the son of Foster K. and Leta A. (Lawyer) Myers. He married Frances Ehlers on July 1, 1961, and she survives. Jerry was a U.S. Army Veteran and a 1954 graduate of Campbellsburg High School. He was a member of Mt. Carmel Christian Church, American Legion Patto

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Paul Vincent Gallucci, age 17, of Georgetown, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at home. Paul was born February 19, 2009 in Arlington Heights, Illinois, the son of Vincent Gallucci and Lauren Bartsch Gallucci. He was a senior in high school. He loved his family, had a big heart, was very humble, and loved to read. Paul is survived by his parents, Vincent and Lauren, his sister Darcy and brother Simon. He is also survived by his grandpare

Weathers Funeral Home Russell "Rusty" Ferrell Fultz, age 74 of Salem, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at Keepsake Village of Columbus. Mr. Fultz was born October 25, 1951 in Indianapolis, IN, the son of Dr. Roy Lee Fultz and Mary Jane (Pollock) Fultz. He spent many years working in law enforcement and probation and he loved fishing. He was a professional fisherman who traveled in the Bass Master Tourney's across the United States and loved hunting. Mr. Fultz is survived

Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Mary K. Middleton, age 87, of Salem, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky. Born September 11, 1938, in Salem, she was the daughter of the late Wilburn and Edith (Collins) Brickey. Mary retired from Salem Middle School, where she spent many years working in the cafeteria. She was also a faithful member of New Hope United Methodist Church. She is survived by her four children: Mark (Karen) Middleton, Kristi Middleton, Troy Midd

Weathers Funeral Home Mary D. Hagar, age 82 of Salem, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at Salem Crossing. Ms. Hagar was born May 27, 1944 in Indianapolis, IN, the daughter of Leslie McKeand Graham and Doris Isola Slavens. She was a retired LPN and loved Jesus. Ms. Hagar is survived by her sons: Anthony Allbright (Martha) of Orlando, Florida and Andrew Hagar of Puerto Rico, her daughters: Ricki Reynolds of Paulden, Arizona, Jody Brewer of Salem, Indiana, Kelly Brenner (Mich

Weathers Funeral Home Paul Edward Humphrey, age 73 of Campbellsburg, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his family. Mr. Humphrey was born May 20, 1953 in Seymour, Indiana, the son of Charles Edward Humphrey (Elizabeth) and Ima Pauline Tapp. He was a Navy Veteran, was in the National Guard and in the Naval Reserve. Paul was a graduate of Salem High Schools Class of 1971 and loved all of his classmates. He attended various trade schools earning col

Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Jack Barton, age 76, of Pekin, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026, at his residence. Born December 1, 1949, in Sonora, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Robert T Barton and Mildred Louise (Hornback) Skaggs. Jack proudly served his country in both the United States Marine Corps and the United States Navy. After his military service, he dedicated his career to helping others through education, working as an instructor at Roederer Correctional Comple

Weathers Funeral Home Dessie Marie Smith, age 84 of Salem, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at Meadowview Health and Rehab. Mrs. Smith was born April 19, 1942 in Corbin, Kentucky, the daughter of Jess and Nellie Eaton McVay. She was a member of Westside Baptist Church. Mrs. Smith is survived by her sons, Robert Smith (Sue) of Salem and Donnie Smith (Marla) of Salem, her daughters, Vickie Schultz (David) of Salem and Barbara Cupp (Kenny) of Salem. She is also survived by her

Dawalt Funeral Home William R. Kidd, age 77 of Salem, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026 at Salem Crossing. Born August 24, 1948 in Louisville, Kentucky, he was the son of the late William Edward and Lucille Martha (Durham) Kidd. He was a retired truck driver and a former employee of Kimball Office. He was a member of Southern Hills Church and served during the Vietnam War as a Spec 4 in the U.S. Army. He passed out "Lonesome Road" religious music CD's to his fellow truckers a

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Ellen Mahuron, age 82 of Salem, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026 in her home. Mrs. Mahuron was born March 2, 1944 in Pekin, Indiana the daughter of Grant Markland and Harriet Gray Markland. She was a member of the Crossroads Christian Church. Mrs. Mahuron was a Lab Tech at Washington County Memorial Hospital for 35 years. She was a horticulturist, master gardener and loved raising her animals. She also loved birds and cats. Mrs. Mahuron

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Verneda Irene (Packard) Hoke, age 81, of Salem, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in New Albany. Born October 9, 1944, in Mountain Lake, Minnesota, she was the daughter of Woodrow Edward and Sadie Irene (Moore) Packard. Verneda loved the simple things in life that brought her the greatest joy. She earned her Master Gardener degree and took great pride in creating a beautiful garden that became a peaceful bird sanctuary, where she co

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Berne Newsome, age 84 of Salem, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Salem Crossing. Mr. Newsome was born July 17, 1941 in Neon, Kentucky, the son of John Q. Newsome and Delphia Mae Barnes Newsome Quillen. He was a member of the Church of God Prophesy, Living Waters Ministries. He was a retired Lumber Stacker at Smiths Cabinets. Mr. Newsome is survived by his sons: Alan Newsome of Vallonia, David Newsome of Seymour, Michael Newsome (Donna)