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12/29/2025

Lonso Barton “L.B.” Gaston, 92, of Marion, Kentucky, passed away Friday, December 26, 2025, at Livingston County Hospital.

L.B. was born April 29, 1933, in Belton, Kentucky, to the late Veachel and Girtie Carroll Gaston. He was a proud graduate of Murray State University, earning a Master’s Degree in Industrial Arts and Physical Education. He devoted his career to educating and guiding generations of students in the Crittenden County School System.

Outside the classroom, L.B. avidly enjoyed hunting and fishing, and took great pride in woodworking and fine wood projects; whether in the garden or in the shop, he loved working with his hands.

Survivors include his daughter, Rita (John) Keller; daughter-in-law, Michelle Gaston; grandchildren, Tommy (Emily) Gaston, Jr., Patrick (Jamie) Carter, Lance Carter, Lauren (Joshua) Knight, Jacob Gaston, and Nicole (Griffin) Manning; great-grandchildren, Brodie Beard, Elizabeth Knight, Rachel Knight, Sarah Gaston, and Riley Merril Carter; and beloved friend, Hugh Highfil.

In addition to his parents, L.B. was preceded in death by his wife, Edna Merril Gaston; son, Tommy Gaston, Sr.; and sister, Carol Ann Jones.

Visitation for L.B. Gaston will be held Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday, January 2, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at Gilbert Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held Friday, January 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., with Hugh Highfil officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Central City, Kentucky.

A live webcast of Mr. Gastons service may be reached at www.gilbertfunerals.com

Memorial contributions may be made in L.B's memory to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital: 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

12/27/2025

Jerry Lee Bearden, age 91, of Marion, KY, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Crittenden Heath and Rehabilitation in Marion.

Jerry was born on April 5, 1934, in Hernando, FL to the late Jewel and Myrtle Strange Bearden. Jerry proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force, retiring after more than twenty years. He would then transition to working and would retire as a corrections officer with the Kentucky State Penitentiary in Eddyville, KY. Jerry loved ministering and sharing the gospel of Jesus with everyone he came in contact with. He enjoyed going to the Crittenden County Jail and ministering to the inmates there.

Survivors include his wife, Pearl "Vicki" Tabor Bearden of Marion; children, Carole (Stephen) Engler of Colorado Springs, CO, Jospeh (Micky) Bearden of Lake Bay, WA, Edward (Karen) Bearden of Marion, KY and Melody Tabor of Marion, KY; grandchildren, Lee Brooks, Shannon Olin, Theresa Bearden, Lauren Miley and Johnathan Miley; four great grandchildren; sister, Barbara (David) Tidwell and Paula (Ronald) Filer; brother, William Bearden.

Visitation for Jerry Bearden will be held on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, from 11:00 AM till 1:00 PM at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion.

Funeral services will follow at 1:00 PM with Bro. John Robertson officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow at Mapleview Cemetery in Marion.

Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

12/24/2025

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12/22/2025

Peggy Faye Campbell Ritch, age 78, of Marion, KY, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, in Paducah, KY.

She was born May 26, 1947, in Princeton, KY to the late William and Rowena Thurman Campbell.

Peggy worked various jobs throughout her life, starting with the Marion Drive-In as a teenager. From secretary at Second Baptist Church, to the assembly line at Siemens, and Executive Manager in Tupperware, she took pride in her work – but being a Mom & Mammaw were her favorite jobs of all.

As a young girl, she enjoyed working on her family farm. She was proud to be a small-town girl and loved her community dearly. Her favorite thing in the world was spending time with her family, friends, church family, and the Class of 1966. She was a faithful servant of the Lord and was happiest when she was helping others. Anyone that knew Peggy knew her passion for music, especially southern gospel quartets; she even served on various boards supporting the efforts of these musicians spreading the gospel through music.

Survivors include her daughters, Angie (Lance) Sloan of Lebanon, TN and Kim Ritch of San Francisco, CA; brother, Ed (Diane) Campbell of Argyle, TX; grandchildren, Azia Hurley of Tempe, AZ, Brayton (Cheyenne) Hurley of Ft. Mitchell, AL, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Ritch, and daughter, Christa Ritch.

Celebration of Life visitation for Peggy Ritch will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 9:00 AM till 1:00 PM at Gilbert Funeral Home. Services will follow at 1:00 PM with Bro. Kirk Greenfield officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made in Peggy’s memory to Emmanuel Baptist Church: 108 Hillcrest Drive, Marion, KY 42064

Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

12/18/2025

Elizabeth Hopson Mills, 76, of Marion, KY passed away December 17, 2025 at Livingston County Hospital. She was a longtime member of Marion United Methodist Church, member of St. Pius X Catholic Church in Calvert City, KY, was Valedictorian of CCHS Class of 1967 and one of the first women to obtain an MBA from Murray State University in the early 1980's where she graduated with honors.
Survivors include her children, Jamey (Tiffany) Mills of Paducah, KY and Susana (John) Henry of Marion, KY and grandchildren, Ava Henry, Addison Dudley, Ava Dudley, Jude Mills and Louisa Henry.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Gerald Louis "Jerry" Mills; sister, Carla Jo Rayburn; father, Carl Leon Hopson and mother, Sarah Hopson Enterkin.
Graveside services are scheduled for 3 PM Tuesday December 23, 2025 at Mapleview Cemetery in Marion, KY. A memorial visitation will be held from 1-3 PM Tuesday at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion, KY.

12/10/2025

Densiel L. Maraman, 74, of Marion, KY passed away December 9, 2025 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN.
Survivors include his children, Audi Maraman and Renee Smith both of Marion, KY; grandchildren, Aliyah, Aliza, Beau, Annalese, Anaiya, Kiersten and Caleb; sister, Rita Mills and brother, Mike Maraman.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial visitation will be held from 5-8 PM Friday December 12, 2025 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion, KY.

12/05/2025

Gary Steven Lanham, age 75, of Princeton, KY, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Baptist Health of Madisonville.

Survivors include his cousin, Billy (JoAnn) Lanham of Dawson Springs, KY.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents, George and Frances Lanham.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

11/30/2025

Dorothy June Shewcraft, age 97, of Marion, KY, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation in Paducah, KY.

Dorothy was born on June 14, 1928, in Lyon County to the late Ray and Tylene Baldwin Owen. Dorothy was a homemaker and a member of Seven Springs Baptist Church,

Survivors include her son, Jeff (Cindy) Shewcraft of Gallatin, TN; daughter, Glenda Gay (Michael) Oliver of Richmond, KY; three grandchildren, Dustin (Angela) Shewcraft, Daniel Shewcraft and Ashley (Zach) Haney; great grandchildren, Macey Shewcraft, Maddox Shewcraft, Merrick Shewcraft, Easton Shewcraft, Molly Shewcraft, Oliver Haney, Tilley Haney, Maisy Haney and Bettie Haney.

In addition to her parents, Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Shewcraft and sister, Henrietta Manley.

Visitation for Dorothy Shewcraft will be held on Monday, December 1, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Gilbert Funeral Home.

Funeral services will follow at 1:00 PM at Gilbert Funeral Home with Bro. Dustin Shewcraft officiating. Burial will follow in Frances Cemetery.

Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

11/27/2025

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11/26/2025

Bonnie Rae Gass, age 85, of Marion, KY passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at Crittenden Community Hospital. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Crayne, KY and had been a seamstress at Princeton Hosiery Mill. Bonnie enjoyed genealogy and history. She wrote two books on the history of Weston, KY.

Survivors include one sister, Gwen Wilson and husband, Bill of Marion, KY, two nieces, Debra Wilson of Lexington, KY and Lisa Neal of Nicholasville, KY and a cousin, Anna Bell Shores of Tulsa, OK.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents, John Ray Gass and Gladys Irene Sturgeon Gass.

Graveside services will be at 1:00 pm Friday, November 28, 2025, at New Bethel Cemetery in Lyon County with Bro. John Robertson officiating.

Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

11/24/2025

Donna Byrer Erickson (Garrett) a native of Crittenden County, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family. Donna was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many people all around the world. Donna was an active volunteer over the years in many Non-Profit, school, civic and charitable organizations. She will be truly missed.

She is Survived by her husband Clifford Erickson; son, Darrell Byrer; two siblings, Wally Garrett and Fay Martin; three grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

No Services will be held at her request. A celebration of life will be held for family and friends at a later date.

Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

11/15/2025

Alice Elizabeth Greenwood, age 96, of Marion, KY and formerly of Chicago, IL, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at her home. Alice was born on August 29, 1929, in Chicago, IL, to the late Clyde Adkinson and Gladys Tearman Corey. She was of the Catholic Faith.

Survivors include her daughter, Marlene Cinquegrani; sons, Sal Tuzzolino and Michael Tuzzolino; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Alice is preceded in death by her son, Cyril Tuzzolino; grandchildren, Michelle and Peter Tuzzolino; brothers, Kenny, Harold, and Gene; sisters, Francis and Jackie; husband, Leo "Lee" Greenwood.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside, IL starting at 1:00 PM.

Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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117 W. Bellville Street
Marion, KY
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+12709653171

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http://www.gilbertfunerals.com/

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