Stephanie LeeAnn Sutton Bair, 46, of Columbia, KY passed away Monday, May 4, 2026 at her home. She was born on August 9, 1979 to Janie Marie Luttrell Sutton and the late Timothy Mark Sutton.

Stephanie was a caretaker that took care of everyone. She loved her kids, grandkids and her family. Stephanie enjoyed flowers, gardening and being outside. She attended Mt. Calvary Community Church.

SURVIVORS:

Her loving husband of 15 years: Jason Bair

Her mother: Janie Marie Luttrell Sutton

2 daughters: Kayla Lynn Melson Bair and Jessica Renee Rowe

3 step-children: Olivia, Brandon and Elizabeth Bair

3 grandchildren: Sapphire, Elijah and Silas

2 sisters: Stacie (and Dean) Weston and Jamie Rae (and Todd) Dotson

Half-brother: Joey Eads

Half-sister: Angela Wooley

Her nieces, Kristen & Jalesa

Special nephew: Kash

In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by a half-brother, Kevin Eads.

Funeral Service: 2:00pmET on Friday, May 8, 2026 at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home in Liberty, KY with Bro. Alan Roberts officiating

Burial: Old Contown Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00amET on Friday at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home

Memorial contributions are requested to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home to assist the family in offsetting funeral expenses.

Arrangements have been entrusted to McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.mckinneybrown.com.

Lawrence Alan Burton, 60, of Columbia, KY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at his residence. Born on March 19, 1966 in Franklin, Indiana, Lawrence dedicated much of his life to serving others with unwavering commitment and integrity.

For 38 years, he faithfully served as a deputy jailer with the Adair County Jail, where his professionalism and dedication were deeply respected by colleagues. Beyond his career, Alan was a man of deep faith, rooted in the Pentecostal tradition. He found great solace and strength in studying his Bible, which was a central part of his daily life.

Alan’s warmth extended to all those fortunate to know him. He was especially devoted to his numerous fur babies, cherishing the companionship and joy they brought into his home. Family and friends held a very special place in his heart, and he treasured the time spent with them, creating memories filled with love and laughter.

SURVIVORS:

His beloved mother: Kathryn A. Burton of Columbia, KY

1 brother: Gene Burton & wife Cathy of Columbia, KY

His niece: Kisha Burton of Columbia, KY

Special friend: Jamie Baker of Columbia, KY

Though his father, Lawrence W. Burton, has preceded him in death, Lawrence's memory and legacy continue to live on through those who knew and loved him.

In honoring Alan's wishes the family chose cremation and no services are scheduled at this time.

Lawrence Alan Burton will be remembered as a dedicated public servant, a devout man of faith, and a loving family member and friend. His life was marked by kindness, steadfast service, and a compassionate spirit that touched many. His presence will be deeply missed, yet his enduring spirit remains a source of comfort and inspiration.

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

William Herbert “Billy” Hale, 66, of Morgantown, KY passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the Hospice House in Bowling Green, KY. He was born in Hinsdale, IL on February 20, 1960 to the late Oliver Wallace Hale, Jr. and Patty Jo Jessee Hale.
 

Billy was a member of the Nelson Pentecostal Church in Central City, KY and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and enjoyed fishing. Billy was a kind hearted man and he put others before himself , he lived a humble and simple life. Billy loved the Lord Jesus Christ.

He was also preceded in death by a brother, Oliver Wallace Hale III.

Billy was a member of the Nelson Pentecostal Church in Central City, KY and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

SURVIVORS:

7 siblings: David Hale of Columbia, KY, Deborah Lynn McClister (Bradley) of Beaver Dam, KY, Patricia Tison (Elvis Lee, Jr.) of Morgantown, KY, Daryl Hale of Bowling Green, KY, Judy Pettey (Lacy Roy) of Campbellsville, KY, Clifton Hale of Versailles, KY and Shane Hale of Louisville, KY

Several nieces, nephews, great-nieces & great-nephews

Funeral Service: Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home 

Burial: Harrods Fork Cemetery

Visitation: Saturday after 11:00amCT at the funeral home

Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Tommy Dial, 57, of Columbia, KY died Sunday, May 3, 2026 at Russell County Hospital in Russell Springs, KY. He was born in Burkesville, KY on March 19, 1969, a son of William Dial and the late Ople Crawhorn Dial.

Tommy had worked as a salesman at Lowe’s.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by three brothers: Douglas Dial, Frank Dial and Johnny Dial.

SURVIVORS:

His father: William Dial of Columbia

2 sons: Zach Dial (Chasity) and Ryan Dial (Erica) all of Columbia

2 brothers: Alford Dial (Charlotte) of Taylorsville and Mitchell Dial (Pam) of Columbia

2 sisters: Kathy DeRossett (Doug) of Columbia and Becky Parradee (Mike) of Russell Springs

4 grandchildren: Londyn, Addilyn, Lincoln and Waylon

Special friend: Delores Vance of Columbia

Several other relatives & friends

Funeral service: Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Rick Shelton officiating

Burial: Columbia Cemetery

Visitation: After 10:00 A.M. Thursday

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Thomas Casey, 47, of Glens Fork, KY died Saturday, May 2, 2026 at his home. He was born December 13, 1978 in Louisville, KY to the late Thomas and Carla Benningfield Casey.

Thomas was Manager of Kentucky Fried Chicken in Russell Springs.

SURVIVORS:

One aunt: Tina Belke (Steve) of Louisville

His special friend: Myra Thomas of Glens Fork

Several cousins & a host of friends

Thomas requested Cremation and no services are to be held.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.