Beech Tree News Network

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Robert F. Zlater, 57, of Morgantown, KY who passed away on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025.  He was born in Johnstown, PA on Feb. 16, 1967.  He was the proud son of his late parents Richard and Reta Toye Zlater.

He is survived by his wife Tammy Zlater; he will forever be missed by his children; his cherished grandchildren and dearly missed by his siblings.

Barbara Sue Burden, a beacon of love and selflessness, passed away peacefully at her residence in Butler County, KY, on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on Monday, March 3, 1947, in the same county she would call home for her entire life, Barbara was the cherished daughter of the late Wavy and Sina Beasley Findley.

Wilbur Joe Belcher, age 68 of Morgantown, KY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY. Born on Wednesday, February 15, 1956, in Bowling Green, Joe's life was a testament to the values of love, wisdom, and handiness that he embodied.

Thomas "Tommy" Allen Payne, age 63, of Morgantown, KY passed away on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025 at the Morgantown Care and Rehab Center.  He was born in Bowling Green, KY on Sept. 8, 1961.  Tommy enjoyed NASCAR, farming, fishing, coon hunting and working on cars.  He was preceded in death by his parents Arys and Allie Richardson Payne; son Thomas Allen "TJ" Payne, Jr.; granddaughter April Belcher; brother Donald R. Payne; brother-in-law Raymond Perdue and sister-in-law Mary L. Payne.

Deanna Kalynn Cade-May, a loving and gentle soul, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the UK Bluegrass Hospice Care Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on Saturday, October 22, 1983, in Columbus, Ohio, Deanna's friendly demeanor and warm heart touched the lives of many throughout her 41 years.

Murline McKinney Harcrow, age 82, of Morgantown, KY passed away on Friday, Jan.

Dwight Edward West, fondly known as Eddie to his friends and family, passed away on January 20, 2025, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY, after a life characterized by warmth and generosity. Born in Hartford, KY on September 19, 1956, Eddie's early life was filled with the love of his late parents Cecil and Susie West, and the camaraderie of his siblings.

Lattie Marie Brooks, age 73 of Morgantown, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at her residence. Born on Monday,  July 2, 1951, in Butler County, KY, she was a daughter to the late Bennett and Blanche Baker Brooks. 

Lattie grew up surrounded by the love of her family, including her three siblings Boyd Brooks, Lloyd Brooks, and Wilma Evans, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her sister, Hattie Cornelius (Clay Hatcher) of Morgantown, KY, and her twin brother, Lannie Brooks (Wanda) of Caneyville, KY and several nieces and nephews. 

Ruth Ann Beliles Hunt, age 84 of Morgantown, KY, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at her residence in Morgantown. Born on Friday, February 2, 1940, in the Logansport community of Butler County, KY, Ruth's life was a tapestry of devotion to her family, her church, and her passions.

Melba Wilson Holman, age 86 of Provo, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 17, 2025, at the Hospice of Southern Kentucky in Bowling Green, KY. Born on Saturday, August 20, 1938, in Provo, Kentucky, Melba was a devoted Christian mother and Nana who loved her family and community with all her heart. Melba was preceded in death by her parents Cecil and Ruby Pendley Wilson, her brother Darrell Wilson, her sisters Patricia Forbes and Delores Wilson and her son Chris Holman.