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Wanda L. Baize, 76 of Morgantown, KY passed away Monday, May 5, 2025 at the Bowling Green Nursing and Rehab in Bowling Green, KY. Wanda was born on Tuesday, December 14, 1948 in Louisville, KY to the late Charles and Dorothy Hunt Flener. Other than her parents she is preceded in death by two children Michael and Marni McDaniel,

Bobby Darrell Brown, age 54, of Morgantown, KY passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 in Nashville, TN.  He was born in Warren Co., KY on Aug. 27, 1970.  Bobby was a drywall hanger and landscaper, which he enjoyed.  He was a former firefighter and loved to hunt, fish and camp.  He was preceded in death by his father Bobby James Brown; cousin Michael McCoy; uncle Gary McCoy and best friend Travis Flener.

Marcella Marie Hammers, fondly known by all as Marcella, a beacon of loving generosity and faith, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, at a Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY. Born on September 15, 1943, in Butler County, KY, Marcella’s radiant spirit and warm heart touched many lives during her beautiful journey of 81 years.

Denver Ray Jones, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Hospice of Southern Kentucky in Bowling Green, KY. Born on Friday, September 27, 1957, in Butler County, KY, Denver's life was a testament to the enduring power of love, family, and hard work.

Carolyn Sue Durbin, affectionately known as Sue to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Hospice of Southern Kentucky in Bowling Green, KY. Born on Wednesday, October 10, 1951, in Butler County, KY, Sue was a beacon of love and wisdom throughout her 73 years of life.

Ezra Burden, age 91 of Morgantown, KY, passed away at his residence on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Born on Friday, June 30, 1933, in Butler County, Kentucky, Ezra was a man who lived a full life, marked by dedication to his family, service to his country, and a love for the great outdoors.

Betty Faye Russ, age 71 of Morgantown, KY, passed away at her residence in Morgantown, Kentucky, on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Born on Tuesday, November 24, 1953, in Franklin, Indiana, Betty was the daughter to the late William T. and Betty M. Zetterstrom Daugherty. She shared her life's journey with her beloved husband, Carlos W. Russ, who preceded her in death, along with her two daughters, Angela Faye Ryan and Cheryl Delene Green, and four siblings, William, Steve, Patty, and John Daugherty.

Arnold Richard Carson, age 85 of Morgantown, KY, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Morgantown Care & Rehab. Born on Saturday, February 10, 1940, in Thompsonville, Connecticut.

Arnold was preceded in death by his parents, Edward I. and Laura E. McCue Carson, and his uncle, Richard Bragg. His memory will be cherished and kept alive by his cousin, Javine Koch of Woodland, Texas, and his dear friends, Joe and Betty Klaas of Woodbury, Kentucky.

William Earl West of Morgantown, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He leaves behind a legacy of boundless creativity, quick wit, and an ever-upbeat spirit. Born on Tuesday, November 1, 1955 to the late Charles E and Flossie Hope West who survives. He is survived by his mother, Flossie West; sisters Debra West Tarrance and Kathy West; brother Freddie Monroe West; and a loving circle of nieces, nephews, cousins.