Southern Kentucky Senior Living

11/01/2025

A big thank you to Kam, Lynn Evans' daughter, for spreading Halloween cheer by making Boo Baskets for every resident here at Southern Kentucky Senior Living! 👻🧺 Your kindness and creativity brought so many smiles — we appreciate you helping make our community feel so loved and festive! 🧡

10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from all of us at Southern Kentucky Senior Living!👻

Our residents have been getting into the spooky spirit with laughter, fun, and festive treats! We wish all of our residents, families, and friends a safe and boo-tiful Halloween filled with smiles and sweet memories. 🧡🕸️🕷️

Thanks to Liv’s Sweet Treats for the delicious Halloween Cake Pops! We loved them! ❤️

10/30/2025

🍁 Our ladies enjoyed a cozy afternoon of conversation and creativity as they made beautiful fall jars! 🍂

10/28/2025

🎃👻 Today’s lunch was frightfully delicious! Our residents enjoyed grilled steak, country fried potatoes with onions, broccoli and cheese casserole, and a spooky cheesecake for dessert! 🍰🕸️ Nothing like good food and festive fun to get into the Halloween spirit! 🧡🕷️

10/23/2025

Thanks to Madison with Lifeline Home Health Care for making jack-o’-lantern floats for our residents and reminiscing on Halloween traditions. 👻🎃👻🎃

10/22/2025

💛 We love seeing our residents enjoy their beautiful home here at Southern Kentucky Senior Living— especially when family and friends join in! There’s nothing better than gathering around the table, sharing lunch, laughter, and memories together. 🥰🍽️

10/22/2025

Don't forget to mark your calendars!
Trunk or Treat is October 24th.
Lots of fun, laughs, costume prizes and of course TONS of candy!

10/21/2025

We were honored to have Nancy with us for a while. She was a joy to be around and a ‘darn good bean breaker’! We will be keeping her family in our thoughts and prayers.

Mrs. Nancy C. Thurman, age 90, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM at the Oak Hill Senior Living in Portland, TN.

Mrs. Thurman wishes to be cremated. There will be private family graveside service at a later date.

Nancy was born on November 25, 1934 in Simpson County, KY to the late Donlean Turner and the late Rosie (Poston) Turner. She was the wife of the late, William S. “Bill” Thurman and preceded in death by three siblings, Bobby Turner, Ann Fleming and Linda Faye Turner.

She is survived by her daughter, Kristie Stratton (Mike) of Franklin, KY; granddaughter, Audra Lafleur (Jared) of Massachusetts; great-grandson, Eli; sister, Bettie Biggs of Franklin, KY; and several nieces and nephews.

Nancy was a 1953 graduate of Franklin-Simpson County High School in Franklin, KY. As a child, she attended Sulphur Spring Baptist Church. She was a member of the Franklin Garden Club, Simpson County Homemakers, Friends of the Goodnight Memorial Library, and an active member of the Lake Springs community. Nancy was retired from Simpson County Bank/Union Planters/Regions Bank in Franklin, KY.

Nancy committed her life to being with her family and serving her community. She enjoyed gardening, was an avid reader, and loved to cook. As a former Simpson County telephone operator, Nancy enjoyed getting together with the “telephone girls” regularly in her retirement.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to Oak Hill Senior Living, 639 N. Broadway, Portland, TN 37148.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory. The website is www.gilbertfhonline.com. The page is Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. The obituary phone line is 270-586-8844.

10/20/2025

Always a pleasure to have Kim with Hospice of Southern Kentucky here. Thanks for loving on our residents! ❤️

10/19/2025

Our hearts are broken because we will miss this special lady so much, but we find comfort in knowing that heaven gained the sweetest angel!

Mrs. Helen Perry Farley, age 91, of Franklin, KY, passed away Friday, October 17th, 2025 at The Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 20th, 2025 from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., visitation will continue on Tuesday from 6:00 AM until 11:00 AM. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the funeral home with burial to follow in Greenlawn Cemetery in Franklin, KY.

Helen was born on March 8, 1934 in Franklin, KY to the late Modist Perry and the late Mary (Snider) Perry. She was the wife of the late John Farley and was preceded in death by 3 siblings, Snider Perry, Ralph Perry, Margaret Reece.

She is survived by 2 children, Joni Pruitt (Terry) of Lexington, KY and Steve Farley (Mary) of Franklin, KY; 5 grandchildren, Ryan Pruitt, Mallory Pruitt (Chris), Elizabeth Farley, John Louis Farley, Stephen Farley (Allison); 2 great grandchildren, Madison and Rainley and 2 nephews. Special thanks to Teresa McFarland and caregivers at Southern KY Senior Living.

Helen was a member of the Round Pond Church. She was a graduate of the Franklin-Simpson High School. She was the co-founder/owner for 58 years of Simpson County Tire Company. Helen loved to play card games, especially rook, playing bumper pool, gardening. She dearly loved her pets but especially loved spending time with her grandchildren.

In lieu of flower, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Round Pond Church, c/o Lydia Lathem, 201 Stephens Hill Rd., Franklin, KY 42134. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory. The website is www.gilbertfhonline.com. The page is Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. The obituary phone line is 270-586-8844.

10/16/2025

The Mint Gaming Hall was the destination for a ladies outing, as per resident request. Some came home with a little extra jingle! 🎊😍

10/13/2025

Crafting with the Crabtree’s was tons of fun! Adorable pumpkin puzzle art! Pam & Tara are super at bringing cute & creative crafts to our residents! We ❤️ them!