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Paris, Kentucky · ParisRoger Elkin Smith, known affectionately as Roger to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2024, at the age of 69, in Cynthiana, KY. Born on October 28, 1954, in Paris, KY, Roger was a man whose warmth and charisma were as genuine as his smile. Roger’s life was one of dedication and love, a journey that began in the heart of Kentucky and remained true to its roots. He was the beloved patriarch of a large and close-knit famil…See the Story
Roger Elkin Smith
Paris, Kentucky · ParisShirley Frances Sharp Bailey, widow of Marsh E. “Cotton” Bailey, departed this life on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at her home in Paris at the age of 86 years. Shirley was born in Scott County, Kentucky on October 18, 1937, the daughter of the late James S. and Naomi Reynolds Sharp, retired from Kentucky Textiles, having worked for thirty-five years as a line worker, ten years at Square D, and had also worked at the Dairy Queen. She enjoyed fishin…See the Story
Shirley Frances Sharp Bailey
Paris, Kentucky · ParisDouggie Drew Downing, known affectionately as Doug to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024, in Lexington, KY, at the age of 79. Born on July 23, 1944, in Paris, KY, Doug was a man whose warm smile and generous spirit left a lasting impression on everyone he met. A true family man, Doug’s greatest joy was his large and loving family. He is survived by his five children: Drew Downing and his wife Cheryl, Fran Howard and…See the Story
Douggie Drew Downing
Paris, Kentucky · ParisRobert Ray “Bob” Russell, a beacon of optimism and kindness, passed away on April 15, 2024, at the age of 75. He was born on April 19, 1948, in Chicago, IL, and spent his final moments surrounded by the love and care of his family. Bob’s life was a symphony of love, music, and joy, which resonated deeply with all who knew him.
A retired jazz musician and a deft saxophone player, Bob’s passion for music was paralleled only by his commitment to hi…See the Story
Robert Ray “Bob” Russell
Paris, Kentucky · ParisFloyd “Toby” Crockett Jr, 61, of Prospect, Ohio and formerly of Paris, KY passed away unexpectedly in the early morning of Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Toby was born March 7, 1963 in Paris, KY the eldest son to Floyd & Judith (Barrnett) Crockett Sr. Toby graduated from Elgen High School in 1981. When Toby was 15 his parents moved the family up to Ohio, kicking and screaming. Toby met the love of his life at a local pizza parlor, Shirley (Jenkins). Th…See the Story
Floyd “Toby” Crockett Jr
Paris, Kentucky · ParisBCHS, ranked No. 1 in the 10th Region, entered the contest with the top pitching staff in the state JARRETT VANMETER l jarrettvanmeter@gmail.com PARIS, KY – Two plays. That, according to Bourbon County baseball head coach Nelson Faris, was the difference between a possible 1-1 tie and the 5-1 loss the Colonels ultimately suffered on Tuesday to GRC. Bourbon entered the district clash on a five-game winning streak and owning a 12-2 overall rec…See the Story
GRC ends Bourbon’s 5-game win streak, thanks to two costly errors by the Colonels
Paris, Kentucky · ParisPhillip Morgan Downing, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on August 23, 1944, in Lexington, KY, Phillip’s life was characterized by his unwavering courage, boundless love, and remarkable handiness. Phillip spent his early years in Lexington, where he was the beloved son of the late John Otis Downing and Catherine Ellen Downing. His formative years were filled wit…See the Story
