All Obituaries

Judy Neal, age 80, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Vine Grove, Kentucky on Saturday, November 25, 2023. Born on Wednesday, March 15, 1943 in Columbus, Ohio, Judy lived a life marked by selflessness, gentleness, and love. She was the cherished wife of the late Lowell Dean Neal Sr., and the devoted mother of two sons, Dean Neal (Brenda) and Richard Neal (Lori), both of Vine Grove, KY. Judy was a proud grandmother who adored her five...

Alta Hargan, a beloved pillar of the Vine Grove, Kentucky community, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at the age of 88. Born on Friday, March 22, 1935, in Hardin County, Kentucky, Alta lived a life marked by service, warmth, and boundless generosity. Arrangements are pending.

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Brian David Basham, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, in Vine Grove, Kentucky at the age of 53. Brian was a 1988 graduate of North Hardin High School, Radcliff, KY. Brian was preceded in death by his father, James T. Basham. He is survived by his two children, Kelsey Cashem (Chelsey), Tanner Basham (Jessica); his mother, Jacqueline Wilson (Leon); two brothers, Neal Basham (Pamela), Mike Basham (Helen). In addition to his immediate...

Richard Council Shelton, 52, of Vine Grove, KY passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Baptist Health Hardin, Elizabethtown, KY. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, Saturday, December 2, 2023 at Chism Family Funeral Home, Vine Grove. Funeral services for Mr. Shelton will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the chapel of Chism Family Funeral Home, Vine Grove, KY with Apostle Perry Jackson officiating.

Marilyn Louise Morgan, 74, of Youngstown, Ohio, died peacefully at home in Radcliff, Kentucky with her loving family on November 17, 2023. Marilyn was born in Youngstown, Ohio in 1949 to Albert Kochalko and Elizabeth Bialobok, and she started an early career working in libraries as a teenager. Marilyn attended Cardinal Mooney High School before studying nursing at Youngstown State. In 1969, she became a Registered Nurse and transformed her life’s work into a 45-year career in nursing;...

Edward “Eddie” Paul Hawkins was born to Theresa O’Donoghue Hawkins and Odress Duvall (“O.D.”) Hawkins of Vine Grove, KY on Wednesday, June 23, 1954. He passed away peacefully at the age of 69 surrounded by his family and friends on Monday, November 6, 2023 at 6:23 p.m. He was a 1972 graduate of North Hardin High School where he was a three-sport athlete and inducted into the inaugural class of the NHHS Athletics Hall of Fame in 2007. He went on to earn his...

PFC Charles W. Wells, was born on Sunday, April 15, 1923, and honorably gave his life in service to his country on Friday, June 30, 1944 at the young age of 21. Seventy-nine years after his untimely demise during World War II, his remains will be properly laid to rest. His bravery and dedication were evident in his service to the country. He was a soldier who truly embodied the spirit of patriotism, putting his country before self and making the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. PFC...

Vernon Lee Burchett, 87, of Vine Grove, KY peacefully departed this life on November 3, 2023 at Baptist Health Hardin, Elizabethtown, KY. Born in the town of Mount Auburn, Illinois, on April 30, 1936, Vernon was a man defined by his selflessness, generosity, and kindness. Professionally, Vernon was a hardworking man who spent his career in maintenance and farming. His work ethic was an inspiration to those who knew him, a testament to his belief in the value of honest labor and the...

Lillian Ann Koncal, affectionately known as Lynn, passed away at her residence in Vine Grove, Kentucky. Born on January 30, 1950, in Louisville, Kentucky, Lynn was a beacon of selflessness, kindness, and love throughout her 73 years of life. She was a member of the Cardinal Hill Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her sister, Darlene Jefferson. Lynn is survived by her husband, Craig Koncal; two children, Michele Hoffman and Paul Wherry; six grandchildren,...