Max Wallis Parker
Max Wallis Parker, 81, of Murray, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at his home.
He was born Jan. 13, 1943 in Murray, to Thomas Parker and Elise Wallis Parker.
He was born and raised in Calloway County, Kentucky. He went to Murray State University and afterward, he and his wife Gail, along with their son, Conrad, moved to Louisville, Kentucky. He taught distributive education at Louisville Male High School while attending evening classes at University of Louisville Law school and graduated in 1973. After obtaining his Juris Doctorate, he and his family moved back to his hometown of Murray.
In Murray, Max served as Calloway County Attorney for two terms in the 70s and 80s. He was appointed Calloway District Judge to finish out the term of Judge David Buckingham. He served as Domestic Relations Commissioner for Calloway and Marshall Counties. He also served as Calloway County Master Commissioner until December 2015 when he retired.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded by his wife, Gail Parker; a sister, Jan Parker; and a grandson, Jonny Staton.
Max is survived by one sister, Kay Threlkeld of Roswell, New Mexico; sons, Conrad Parker and wife Melissa of Murray and Zacary Parker of Murray; a daughter, Whitney Gail Parker of Murray; grandchildren, Sarah Parker, Abigail Parker, Ella Parker, Rainy Bailey and Connor Salinas; and great-grandchildren, Archer Bailey and Charlie Gail Bailey.
There will be no public service or visitation per Mr. Parker’s request.
Online condolences may be left at www.jhchurchill.com.
The J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.
Gerald T. Stone
Gerald T. Stone, 87, of Kirksey, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, at the Murray-Calloway County Hospital in Murray, Kentucky.
He was born Aug. 10, 1937, in Calloway County, Kentucky, to James Stone and Sylvia Stone.
He was a retired farmer, carpenter, and owner of the Kirksey Store. He was a member of Glendale Road Church of Christ and was an avid golfer and shuffleboard player.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Sue (Robertson) Stone, and one sister, Linda Edwards.
Mr. Stone is survived by one daughter, Vanessa Fike (Bobby) of Kirksey; two sons, Kerry Stone (Sandra) of Murray and Randy Stone of Almo; one sister, Donna Russell (Gale) of Mayfield; six grandchildren, Clint (Tori) Stone of Murray, Kailey (Kyle) Starks of Almo, Amanda Stone of Addison, Alabama, Tyler Stone of Nashville, Tennessee, Chris (Emily) Fike of Almo, and Landon (Kennedy) Fike of Nashville; and 12 great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be at 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, at Tucker Cemetery in Kirksey with John Dale officiating. There will be no public visitation.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Tucker Family Cemetery, c/o Sabrina Karracker, 1014 Crossland Road, Murray, KY 42071.
Online condolences may be left at www.jhchurchill.com.
The J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.
Jackie Wayne Jones
Jackie Wayne Jones, 77, of Murray, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House in Murray.
He was born Nov. 8, 1947, in Paducah, Kentucky, to Milton E. Jones and Inez Myers Jones.
He was the owner and operator of Jones Iron and Metal, owner and operator of Iron Rose Publishing Co. in Nashville, Tennessee, member of the Henry County Gun Club, member of the Journey Church, and had a hobby of skydiving. In the mid 1990s, he was the Kentucky State Amateur Black and White Photographer winner for two years in row. After retirement from Jones Iron, he and Dorothy lived in Nashville for five years where he worked for the Gaylord Resort Hotel. Following his time at Gaylord, he worked with Coal Tech and the Calvert City Barge Terminal for eight years.
Mr. Jones is survived by his wife, Dorothy Swann Jones of Murray; one daughter, Jennifer Burton and husband Mike of Murray; one son, Jerry Wayne Jones of Murray; one stepson, Sterling Fry of Murray; one brother, Ronald E. Jones of Burnside, Kentucky; five grandchildren, Victoria Burton of Murray, Madeline Burton of Murray, Jacob Jones of Memphis, Tennessee, Elizabeth Jones of Murray and Jerrid Jones and wife Kelsey of Memphis; one step-granddaughter, Rio Rattan-Fry of Toronto, Canada; and two great-grandchildren; Liam Jones of Memphis and Lillian Cain of Murray.
There will be no public service or visitation held at this time.
Online condolences may be left at www.jhchurchill.com.
The J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.
Marjorie Grady
Marjorie Grady, 82, of Murray, Kentucky, passed away peacefully Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, at the Murray-Calloway County Hospital.
Born Jan. 26, 1942, in Nashville, Tennessee, she was the daughter of Warren Jackson and Louise Boner Jackson.
A lifelong educator, she dedicated her career to nurturing young minds as a kindergarten teacher and gifted and talented education instructor at East Elementary School. She was a devoted and loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a faithful member of Green Plain Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Warren and Louise (Boner) Jackson; her stepmother, Ann Gray Jackson; her sister, Nancy Jane Jackson Hoback; her brother, William (Bill) Warren Jackson; and her granddaughter, Anne Marie Jones.
Marjorie is survived by her wonderful, loving husband of nearly 61 years, Raymond Hayes Grady, whom she married on a snowy day, Dec. 22, 1963, in Union City, Tennessee.Her legacy is carried on by her children and family; daughter, Vicki Grady Sudzum (Nick) of Sharon, Tennessee; her two sons, Raymond Warren Grady (Leigh Ann) of Murray and David Wade Grady of Nashville, Tennessee; two sisters, Wanda Jackson of New Concord and Mary Ann (Kent) Gearin of Martin, Tennessee; her brother, Charlie Jackson (Donna) of Nashville; five grandchildren, Erin Jones of Nashville, Taylor Grady (Lauren) of Belleville, Illinois, Kayla Marble (Patrick) of Murray, Alicia Harrison (Kyle) of McKinney, Texas, and Suzanna Pigg (Lofton) of Murray; and four great-grandchildren, Warren Jay Marble, Annie Jane Marble, Caleb Logan Grady and Lucas James Harrison.
Marjorie will be remembered for being unapologetically herself. She had a kind heart, generous nature, was devoted to her family, and unwavering in her faith. She leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, and dedication that will forever live on in the hearts of those she touched.
The funeral service to honor Marjorie’s life will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services, with Johnnie Hutchison and Charlie Jackson presiding. Burial will follow in Green Plain Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Green Plain Church of Christ India Mission Fund, 980 Murray-Paris Road, Hazel, KY 42049, Green Plain Cemetery Fund, c/o Kenny Stubblefield, 107 Gregory Lane, Murray, KY 42071, or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959).
Online condolences may be left at www.jhchurchill.com.
The J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.
Sallie Pearl Turner Mount Guy
Sallie Pearl Turner Mount Guy, 95, went to be with her Lord, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 at her home in Fairfield Glade, Tennessee.
She was born Dec. 17, 1928, in the Bronx in a hospital across from Yankee Stadium to Julius and Bessie Turner.
She grew up in Rochester, New York, and was valedictorian of her high school class with perfect Regents scores. She graduated from the University of Rochester, Phi Beta Kappa with high honors in history, where she met and married her first love, John Mount. John was just starting his career as a mechanical engineer, when he heeded a call to become a minister. After he graduated from Princeton Seminary, John and Sallie served in Presbyterian churches in Schenectady, New York, Los Angeles, California, and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He died in a tragic accident in 1960, leaving her a widow at age 31 with four young children. Six years later, she met and married her second love, Kelly Guy. They combined their two families and moved to Murray where they built a house on Kentucky Lake and lived for more than 40 years.
Sallie had a lifelong passion working with color, design and fiber. She was a professional weaver who taught workshops throughout the United States and New Zealand, and published articles in several professional journals. She won numerous awards for her exquisite linens, tapestries and clothing fabrics. An expert in Scottish tartans, she designed and wove tartans for the Presbyterian Synod of the Living Waters and also for the Gaines Center for Humanities, University of Kentucky. She was a skilled seamstress and knitter and always had a project in the works.
She was a gifted watercolor artist, and won awards in many juried shows. In 2007, she wrote Flying Without Wings, the remarkable story of her husband, Lt. Col. Kelly Guy, a WWII bomber pilot. She was active in her community, Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen, Midwest Weavers Association, Handweavers Guild of America, League of Women Voters and held leadership roles at the national level in the Presbyterian Church.
She loved her big family and her greatest joy was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her family and friends will remember Sallie as a force of nature, brilliant teacher, loquacious storyteller with a great sense of humor and a person of deep faith who strived for excellence in everything she did. She remained energetic and active into her 90s and was fortunate to be able to travel extensively – including all the states and 29 countries. She loved reading mysteries, learning new things and was always up for playing a game of Scrabble, which she invariably won even when we cheated. Sallie faced life’s challenges with great resilience and no regrets - she never looked back. She led a purposeful life and made the most of her time here. Now that she has finished weaving all her thread, she leaves us with her finest work -- the tapestry of her life, illuminated by the golden threads of family, faith and friends. May her memory be a blessing.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, the Rev. John K. Mount; her second husband, Lt. Col. Carroll W. Guy; her stepdaughter, Scottie Jo Guy; her brother and sister-in-law, Chester and Dorothy Turner; and her sister Marjorie Mayer.
Sallie is survived by her daughter, Deborah Akins and husband Darrel of Cleveland, Tennessee;T her son, Dr. Daniel Guy and wife Jill of LaGrange, Georgia; her daughter, Laurel Guy of Ithaca, New York; her son, Paul Guy and wife Pamela of Murray; a stepdaughter, Peggy Panter and husband Brent of Casco, Maine; a stepdaughter, Patricia Funk of Moore, Oklahoma; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Erin Guy Berutti and husband Aaron, and children Emma and Brooks of Ponte Vedra Beach Florida, Rachel Akins Barber and husband Justin and children Willa and Hollis of Atlanta, Georgia, Paige Guy Todd and husband David and children Frances and Olivia of Atlanta, Dr. Harrison Akins and wife Dr. Marina Kozak of Washington DC, Jessica Panter Thibodeau and husband Donald and children Jensen and Owen of Raymond Maine, Bryan Panter of Sherman Oaks, California, Melissa Panter and fiancé Kevin Radzyminski of Flagstaff Arizona, and Tyler Panter of Casco; niece Elizabeth Turner Smalley and husband Guy of Columbus, Ohio, nephew Andrew Turner and wife Lorri of Bainbridge Island, Washington, niece Mary Ruth Wiseman of Troy, Tennessee; niece Kay Hensley and husband Tom of Troy; and numerous nephews, nieces, great-nieces and great-nephews.
The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Fairfield Glade, Tennessee, with Judy Arnold officiating. Burial will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, in Terrace Hill Cemetery in Troy.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to Westminster Presbyterian Church of Fairfield Glade, Tennessee, or to the charity of your choice.
Bilbrey Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Crossville, Tennessee, is in charge of arrangements.
Loyd Edward Buhler
Loyd Edward Buhler, 77, passed away peacefully at his favorite place on the lake, his camper, on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024.
Born May 19, 1947, in Newlyville, Missouri, he was a proud veteran of the US Army and a respected self-employed flooring installer.
Loyd lived a life marked by his passionate interest in the great outdoors, frequently found camping, fishing, and deer hunting. His grandchildren were the light of his life, and he shared with them his love for animals and the simple joys of nature. An avid guitar lover, Loyd could often be found listening to his favorite tunes. He loved watching old Western movies and while loving on his dogs.
A man of Christian faith, he was known for his openness, honesty, and the large-hearted kindness he extended to all. As a staunch patriot, he wore his service to the country as a badge of honor. He will be remembered for his unwavering spirit and the legacy of integrity he leaves behind.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Hurbert Buhler and Nova McCain, and one sister, Darlene Gimple.
Loyd is survived by three daughters, Melody Erwin (William) of Kirksey, Krista Romaine of Paducah and Michelle Gloria Buhler of Paducah; his two sons, Michael Buhler of Murray and Ed Buhler (Daina) of New Concord; 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life service will be held at a later date at the Life Celebration Center of Filbeck-Cann Funeral Home, Benton.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Murray-Calloway County Animal Shelter, 81 Shelter Ln, Murray, KY 42071.
Online condolences may be left at www.filbeckandcann.com.
Filbeck-Cann Milner & Orr Funeral Home, Benton, is in charge of arrangements.
Rebecca Lynn ‘Becky’ Worrell
Rebecca Lynn “Becky” Worrell, 67, of Murray, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, at her home.
Arrangements are incomplete at Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
Robert Carl Olson
Robert Carl Olson, 73, of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, at the Murray-Calloway County Hospital in Murray, Kentucky.
Arrangements are incomplete at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
FUNERAL NOTICE
The J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Michael Manning Jr.
The funeral service is at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Salem Cemetery in Lynn Grove.
Dr. Michael Lanier
A memorial service is at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at Bethel Christian Church in Kevil. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
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Bilbrey Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Crossville, Tennessee.
Sallie Pearl Turner Mount Guy
The funeral service is at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Fairfield Glade, Tennessee. Burial will be Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, at 2 p.m. in Terrace Hill Cemetery, Troy, Tennessee.
