Morris & Hislope Funeral Home

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Morris & Hislope Funeral Home

Since 1958 our staff has been dedicated to serving our families with the attention, compassion and r E.C. Ward, and Mrs. Ransom (Ellor) Vaught. Norman E. Mr.

Our Story:

The Ward-Farris Funeral Home of Science Hill, Kentucky was founded by Mr. They were casket manufacturers in the early 1940's. They made wooden caskets which was covered with an exterior cloth and a loose lining. Business improved to the point that Mr. Ward was being requested to deliver the caskets that he made and conduct the complete funeral. To meet this need, he employed Mr. Farris as an embalmer and funeral director. Farris previously worked for a funeral home in Waynesburg, KY. In November of 1957, Mr. Ward sold his interest in the Ward-Farris Funeral Home and retired from the business. Farris brought in two new partners into the business, J.B. Morris and Denver Hislope, each owning one third of the business. The newly built funeral home, known as Farris-Morris-Hislope was opened for business in November of 1958. The new building was located on Hwy U.S. 27 just north of the Hwy 635 intersection and was opened the day the highway officially opened to traffic. An open house was held for the citizens of Pulaski County and adjoining counties. Prior to the opening, the majority of funerals consisted of visitations at their homes and funerals conducted at the church. This situation quickly reversed itself with the new business. The funeral home is still in the same location as of today. Three renovations have been done on the property and a new four lane highway is under construction. During the first few years that they were in business, Mr. Farris was the Manager and each partner was a licensed Kentucky Funeral Director and Embalmer. In addition to the funeral home, they operated an ambulance service prior to the emergency service of 911. Norman Farris was the county coroner and a State Senator. In 1972, Mr. Farris sold his interest in the firm to his two partners and moved to Florida where he remained in the funeral profession. Upon retirement, he moved back to Lexington, KY where he died at the age of 82 on Sept. 4, 2003. Interment was in the Lexington Cemetery following his services at Morris & Hislope Funeral Home. In 1972, the name of the funeral home change to Morris & Hislope Funeral Home. In addition to operating the funeral home, the partners sold monuments and burial insurance to fund funeral expenses. They also owned House Funeral Home in London, KY and the Somerset Chapel on Oak Hill Rd., Somerset. They sold these businesses in 1978 to devote their full attention to operating the original firm in Science Hill. In 1992, Morris & Hislope took on other owners, along with James R. Dick and Quintin McGinnis, who now manage the funeral home. In 1993, almost a year after semi-retiring, James Brent "J.B." Morris, died on Feb. 27, 1993. A month later, Denver Hislope suffered a mini stroke, he retired there after. In 1995, The Kentucky Funeral Directors Association Convention presented the Fifty Year Golden Service Award to the funeral home. Our deepest appreciation goes to all those who have made this possible. On June 18, 2012, Denver Hislope died, the last of the three founders of this funeral home. We will continue to provide a superior service to the community and surrounding counties.

09/13/2025

09/12/2025

Rezetta Blevins

Rezetta K. Blevins, 74, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at her residence.

Rezetta was born on July 17, 1951, to the late William "Bill" and Betty Lucille (Hutchinson) McKenzie in Ashland, Kentucky. She grew up next door to Billy Ray Cyrus, whom she fondly referred to as her husband. Rezetta loved listening to Reba McEntire-whom she playfully called "Reba McIntosh."

She adored her baby dolls and cherished her large collection of them. Shopping and money always brought her joy, and she was known for her sassy and spirited personality. For 22 years, Rezetta was a proud and dedicated member of Tenco. Kay enjoyed her church, The Creek.

Above all, she deeply loved her mother, Tonya, her devoted case worker, Misty Hayes, Martha Roberts, and her Trinity Family. Rezetta will be remembered with affection and greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her mommy and caregiver, Tonya Sprinkles of Somerset, KY; and her sisters, Alfreeda Spillman, of Orlando, FL, Jackie & (Delbert) Pancake of Ashland, KY, Teresa & (Greg) Vance of Springfield, MO, and Patty Hutchinson & (Jim) Patterson of Ironton, OH.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and her two brothers, Ray Hutchinson, Jr. and William "Nicky" Hutchinson.

A funeral service will be held at 7:00 PM on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Morris & Hislope Funeral Home with David Hall officiating.

Burial will be at Southern Oaks Cemetery at 1:00 PM on Monday, September 15, 2025.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM until time for services.

Morris & Hislope Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.

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09/10/2025

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09/08/2025

Alene Burkett

Alene Trimble Burkett, 96, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the Bluegrass Senior Living facility.

She was born on July 27, 1929 in Norfleet, Kentucky to the late Veston & Pearl (Buchanan) Trimble. Alene found great joy in tending to her flowers and took pride in the beauty she created in her garden. A devoted member of First Baptist Church in Somerset, she cherished her faith and the fellowship it brought. She dedicated her life to her home and family as a loving homemaker.

She is survived by her sisters, Irene Jasper of Ohio, Elizabeth Norfleet of Nancy, KY, and Merita & (Lowell) Tarter of Lexington; sisters-in-law, Linda Burkett of Virginia, Myrtle Burkett of Somerset, KY, and Kara Burkett of Sevierville, TN; a great-granddaughter, Alyisa Marie Aycock of Somerset, KY; a special niece, Janice Palmer; a friend, Tom Singleton; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Leonard E. Burkett; a son, Jeffrey G. Burkett; two brothers, Winfred Trimble and Weldon Trimble; two sisters, Bernice & (Ernie) Maples and Daphene Simpson; a sister-in-law, Mary Lois Trimble; and a special friend, James Ragle.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Morris & Hislope Funeral Home.

Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until time for services.

Morris & Hislope Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.

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09/06/2025

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09/05/2025

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5900 N Highway 27
Science Hill, KY
42553

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+16064233131

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http://www.morrisandhislope.com/

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