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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)

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Paul L Banados, of Borden, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at his residence. Born in Valparaiso, Chile, he was the son of the late Emilio Raul Nolasco Banados Escobar and Rebecca Garcia Aracena Banados. Paul is survived by his wife: Gina Phelps; his two children: Bryant (Leslie) Banados and Caroline Banados; his two stepchildren: Miri Phelps and Christopher Phelps; two sisters: Eileen Banados and Daisy Banados; along with one gran

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Gregory Kennedy, age 78 of Pekin, Indiana passed away Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Floyd County Hospital. Born January 18, 1948 in Imboden, Virginia, he was the son of the late Percy Kennedy and Georgia Evelyn (Tankersley) Tomes. He was a member of Pekin Baptist Church. Graduated from Eastern High School. Class of 1966. He served during the Vietnam War as a PN3 in the U.S. Navy. Survivors include: Son: Aaron Kennedy of Columbus, Indiana; Son: J

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Gina Suzette King, age 61 of Salem, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026 at her home. Ms. King was born January 19, 1965 in Stockton, California, the daughter of Charles King and Leita Hacker King. Ms. King is survived by her daughter, Isabella Howard (Linvel) of Salem, and her sons Andrew Jamison (Lisa) of Salem and Jacob Johnson of California. She is also survived by her grandson, Cole Johnson of California, 2 brothers and 3 sisters. Ms. K

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Cynthia "Cindy" Sparks, age 69, of Orleans, passed away Monday, June 22, 2026, at her residence. Born February 28, 1957, in Salem, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Alice Marie (Kay) Stivers. Cindy’s greatest joy in life was being a mother. She loved her family deeply and always made sure everyone around her was taken care of. She had a caring heart and spent many years helping others as a caregiver. Cindy enjoyed taking care

Weathers Funeral Home Brenda Gail Collier Cole, age 77 of Salem, passed away on June 21, 2026 peacefully at home, with her family. Ms. Cole was born September 23, 1948 in Scottsburg, Indiana the daughter of Marvin Theodore Collier and Ruth Geneva Applegate Collier. She was a member of Conway Community Church in South Boston. Ms. Cole retired from Childcraft Industries where she was a wood worker. She also volunteered at the Gift Shop at St. Vincent of Salem. Ms. Cole is survi