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William Estil Mason passed away on April 10, 2026, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY, at the age of 63.

He was born on October 23, 1962, in Morgantown, KY, and lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a spirited sense of humor that those who knew him will always remember. William was the son of the late Bunie Ray and Ellen Louise Embry Mason, and he carried the values of his upbringing with him throughout his life.

Larry Wayne West, age 71, of Morgantown, KY passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the his residence in Morgantown, KY.  He was born in Louisville to the late Fletcher “Dude” Alston West & Velma Maire Payton West. Larry worked for more than 43 years hanging drywall. He loved watching UK basketball, horse racing & boxing.  Larry is preceded in death by his parents, sister Carolyn Sue Burden and his brother Ronnie West.

Charles “Cos” Costello, age 68, of Morgantown, KY passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at the Hospice House in Bowling Green, KY.  He was born in Evansville, In.  Charles was a member of Cool Springs Baptist Church. For most of his life, he worked as a truck driver and equipment operator. Charles loved fishing and gardening.  He was preceded in death by his parents Columbus Henry “Bill” Costello & Eva Jean Willis Costello.

William James Freeman a.k.a. Towtruck 1%er, age 43, of Hartford Ky, passed away April 1, 2026 in true Will Freeman style, on the back of his bike. He had a passion for everything in life that could not be matched. A proud Marine veteran who served three combat tours in Iraq, he would often downplay his service. But anyone who met him knew he was a true American hero. Family isn’t always blood, and he made his own, loving them fiercely. He loved his country, his kids, his dogs, and above all he had found happiness with the love of his life, Cassie.

James “Eddie” Costello, age 60, of Morgantown, Kentucky, passed away on April 3, 2026, at his residence. He was born on July 27, 1965, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Eddie was a loving, kind, and wise man who touched the lives of many through his steady presence and generous heart. He spent many years working as a truck driver, Those who knew him best appreciated his dependable nature and the calm, thoughtful way he approached life. 

Tammy Louise Fulton Brooks, age 54, of Morgantown, KY passed away on Saturday, April, 4, 2026 at The Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY.  She was born in Evansville, IN on July 26, 1971.  Tammy was a member of Temple View General Baptist Church and a former employee at Delta Faucet.  Tammy enjoyed camping, racing, and loving on her fur babies.  She was preceded in death by her parents Shelton Fulton and Agnes Myrl McKinney Hoover; grandparents Claude and Ollie McKinney and Guy and Donie Fulton; brother Paul Fulton and nephew Craig Stanton.

J.B. Renfrow, age 92, of Morgantown, Kentucky, passed away on April 2, 2026, at his residence. He was born on June 22, 1933, in Butler County, Kentucky, and lived a long life marked by faith, hard work, devotion to family, and a steady presence that touched many lives.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl Renfrow and Zelmer Lindsey Tarrence; his wife, Recie Dee Embry Renfrow; his stepfather, Willard Tarrence; one daughter, Angela Martin; his daughter-in-law, Judy Renfrow; and his sister, Vida Lee. 

Tiny Jerlene Proctor McCoy, age 81, of Morgantown, KY passed away on Thursday, April, 2, 2026 at her residence.  She was born in Butler Co., KY on December 24, 1944 to the late Oakley and Ruth White Proctor.  Jerlene was a member of Union Missionary Baptist Church.  She cherished friends from working at Graves-Gilbert Clinic, Sumitomo Electric and Kane's Industries.  She was known for her faith in God, her unwavering love for her family and her constant kindness toward others.  Her caring nature touched everyone around her.  Her life was a reflection of love, grace, compassion and quiet str

Joseph Randal Boykin, known to family and friends as Randy, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at his residence in Rochester, Kentucky, at the age of 85. 

Charles William Richmond Jr., age 68, passed away on March 29, 2026 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The Warren County native was born on September 1, 1957 to the late Mary Jane Ruley and Charles William Richmond Sr. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his cousin, Lori Thee.