Pulaski Funeral Home

11/03/2025

Irene Payne

Irene L. Payne, 90, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025 in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

She was born on December 21, 1934 in Artemis, Kentucky; daughter of the late Johnnie and Mary (Davis) Lay. She was a manager of Mac's Village Pantry for a number of years prior to retirement. She was a member of Maranatha Baptist Church. Irene was a devoted and talented woman whose warmth and creativity touched everyone she met. She was an active member of her local bowling league, where she built many lasting friendships over the years. Irene had a deep love for gardening and took great pride in nurturing beautiful flowers and plants. A skilled seamstress, she enjoyed sewing and made many of her own clothes and her children's clothes in her younger years. Her kind heart, gentle and giving spirit, and love for life will be dearly remembered by all who knew her.

She is survived by her children, Randall Glen Payne and Sandra K. Doebler; grandchildren, Brittany Doebler, Brandon & (Samantha) Doebler; a great-granddaughter, Mia Doebler; and a brother, Kenneth Lay; brother-in-law, Arthur Hembree; a special caregiver, Kim Joiner; and a close friend, Vickie Anderson; her beloved dog and companion, Coco.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford M. Payne; a son, Bryan Scott Payne; her parents, Johnnie and Mary (Davis) Lay; two brothers, Delphus Lay and J.D. Lay; a sister, Lorene Hembree; a sister, Marjorine, who died in infancy; and a sister-in-law, Judy Lay.

A funeral service will be held at 1 PM Friday, November 7, 2025 at the chapel of Pulaski Funeral Home with Bro. Mickey Winter officating.

Burial will be in the Hampton-Lay Cemetery in Artemis, Kentucky.

The family will receive friends after 10:30 AM Friday, November 7, 2025 until time for services.

Pulaski Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.

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11/03/2025

Jimmie Goggins

Jimmie Ray " Jabo" Goggins, 79 of Somerset, Kentucky departed this life on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at home, surrounded by his family and loved ones.

Jimmie was born on November 25, 1945 to the late Dorothy E. Goggins. He attended the Bourbon School prior to Ferguson Highschool where he completed the eleventh grade. Jimmie enlisted in the United States Army in 1967 from which he was honorably discharged. He was employed by Magna Graphic in Lexington, Kentucky until 1979. He married Mary Holts Goggins on November 25, 1978 in Somerset, Kentucky. Following his marriage, Jimmie moved to Somerset in 1979, where he was employed by Somerset Refinery as a steelman until February of 2010 when the refinery closed.

Jimmie enjoyed playing pool, horse shoes, golf, horseback riding , yard work and watching sports. Jimmie was a member of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church where he was ordained as a deacon on November 18, 2001.

Jimmie is survived by his wife of 47 years, Mary Goggins, their two children, Kendra Carter of Lexington and Keith (Staci) Goggins of Nicholasville,his three grandchildren; Darien Tichenor, Bax Goggins and Jet Goggins,and a special grandaughter, Aijah Carrender, Kenny Holts , a nephew who he raised as his son and who's four children,Kayli, Kenyean, Keilin and Aijah he was a grandfather to. A great grandson Karter Suiter, Three siblings, Richard Alexander of Chicago, Illinois, Carol Green of Somerset, Kentucky and Ricky (Amy) Goggins of Lexington, Kentucky, a special family friend Joe McKinley and a host of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his mother Dorothy E Goggins, two brothers, Andrew and George Green as well as one niece and nephew.

A funeral service will be held Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM in the chapel of Pulaski Funeral Home with Pastor Seibert Taylor officiating.

The family will receive friends on November 6, 2025 at Pulaski Funeral Home from 10:00 AM till time for services.

Burial will follow at Lakeside Memorial Gardens, with Deon Holts, Christean Holts, Ronnie Ingram Jr., Scott Ingram, Keith Goggins and Robert Holts as pallbearers and Antonio Falkner and Scott Alexander as Honorary Pallbearers .

The family of Jimmie Goggins would like to thank Hospice of Lake Cumberland for the compassion and excellent care that they gave Jimmie. May the Lord bless each of you.

Pulaski Funeral Home is honored to assist with family.

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11/03/2025

November is Hospice & Palliative Care Month — a time to honor the professionals and volunteers who bring comfort, dignity, and compassion to families facing life’s hardest moments. 💜
We’re deeply grateful for every nurse, doctor, social worker, chaplain, volunteer, and caregiver who helps make the journey a little gentler.

11/02/2025

11/02/2025

Michael Grant

Michael Duane Grant, age 71, passed away peacefully at home, where he felt most comfortable, on Friday, October 31st 2025. Michael was born in Adrian Michigan on January 28 1954 to his mother, Edna Marie Grant.

Michael had been married to his devoted wife, Darlene Grant, for 34 years, until she passed in 2023. They had a loving & caring marriage and can count on one hand the number of arguments they had during the beautiful life they shared.

Michael will be remembered for his steadfast character and the love he had for his friends, family and country.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Edna Grant; his wife, Darlene Grant; his brother Jim Grant; his sister Joyce Ann Messer and son, Richard S. Powell, Jr.

He leaves behind to cherish his wonderful memories, his brothers Douglas Grant of Somerset KY; Randy Grant (Tammy Lewis) of Adrian MI; his sons, Michael Grant, Jr of Acworth, Georgia; Anthony Grant (Frankie Biundo) of Ann Arbor, Michigan; Joe Grant of Jackson, Michigan; and Jimmy Grant of Acworth, Georgia; his daughters, Tanika Powell (Ryan Lehman) of Dayton, Ohio; and Lexi & Johnny Brumley of Somerset, KY;

And his cherished grandchildren, Haylee & Austin Brumley, Mickala Powell (Kinley Mann) Dakota Ryan, Reilly & Trey Powell, Anthony Grant, Jr, Ethan Grant, Terron Grant, Joseph Grant and Lillee Brumley.

He also leaves behind special nieces Dawn and Lori Smith and a host of other family and friends who will miss him fiercely.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, November 8, 2025 in the chapel of Pulaski Funeral Home at 1:00 PM.

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

Burial will follow at Renfro Cemetery.

Pulaski Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.

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11/01/2025

Many religious traditions recognize their loved ones at this time of year through All Saint's Day, All Soul's Day, or other remembrance events. Although our traditions may vary, we can all agree that our loved ones deserve to be remembered and cherished.

10/30/2025

Today is Visit a Cemetery Day — a reminder that cemeteries aren’t just places of loss, but places of love, memory, and peace. Take a moment to walk the grounds, read the names, and remember the stories that live on. 🌿

10/29/2025

M.E. Randolph

M.E. Randolph, age 86, of Somerset, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on October 27th, 2025, at Jean Waddle Care Center surrounded by his loved ones. Born on July 23, 1939, in Somerset, Kentucky, he was dedicated to his beloved wife and spent his life rooted in hard work, family, and the simple joys of country living.

On May 22, 1961, M.E. Randolph married the love of his life, Lou Ann Wininger Randolph. Together they shared 64 years of marriage marked by his devotion and unconditional love for Lou Ann. Their union was blessed with two sons: Kevin David Randolph and the late Steven Douglas Randolph.

M.E. attended Pulaski County Schools. He was a long time employee of Southern Belle Dairy where he was a plant operator. There, he was affectionately known as "frog" to his friends and coworkers.

A farmer to his core, M.E., found purpose and peace in caring for his cattle and tending the land- watching each sunrise over the fields that he loved so dearly. When he wasn't out on the tractor, he could often be found cheering on his favorite teams. He had a life long passion for Kentucky Women's basketball, the Cincinnati Reds, and NASCAR on Sunday's.

Faith was the foundation of M.E.'s life. He was a member of Nelson Valley Baptist Church where his family were some of the earliest members.

He is survived by his son Kevin and his wife Jerrilyn; granddaughters Jessica (Alex) Richards, Samantha (Zach) Poynter, and Peyton (Thomas) Hislope; great-grandsons Elijah Richards (12), Malachi Richards (8), and Ezekiel Poynter (1); brother Jesse Randolph (the late Imogene Randolph); as well as a host of cousins, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Lou Ann Wininger Randolph and their cherished son Steven Douglas Randolph as well as his parents, Sam and Bertha (Vaught) Randolph and sister Doris Randolph Storig (Jim).

A Visitation will be held on Monday, November 3rd, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Pulaski Funeral Home, followed by a funeral service beginning at 2:00 PM.

A graveside service will be held following the funeral service at Somerset Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy may be given in the form of donations to The Jean Waddle Care Center ( Hospice of Lake Cumberland).

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10/29/2025

Margaret Barron

Margaret Ellen Phelps Barron of Somerset, Kentucky passed from this life peacefully at her home surrounded by her family and friends on October 27, 2025.

She was born in the Meadow Creek Community of Wayne County, Kentucky on November 20, 1947, to Norman L. and Ina C. Phelps, both who preceded her in death.

She married the love of her life, Ira George Barron on August 14, 1964, the remained married for sixty - one years. To this union Margaret gave birth to one son, Gregory and Michelle Barron, whom she loved more than life and even though Michelle entered the family later, her and momma had a special bond.

Margaret has three grandchildren, Austin Barron who became the apple of her eye. Austin Lived with her and helped to take the best care of her, until the end of her life, granddaughters, Tela (Nathan) Elam of Monticello, Kentucky and Paige ( Kyle) Duckett of Cleveland, Tennessee. Tela, Paige and alayna carried a special place in her heart.

Margaret had five great grandchildren; Cassidy Elam, C**t Elam, Jensin Lee Black, Knoxlynn Duckett and Hadley Duckett.

She also had two special fur babies Cash and Allie.

Margaret was retired from General Electric where she was employed for thirty five years . She was one of four sisters, Pati Jones, Katherine (Richard) Hughes, and Jean (Herman) Campbell.She also had one neice Mandy Jones, three nephews Scott Jasper, Sam Hughes, and David Hughes as well as a host of extended family.

Margaret attended Pleasant View Baptist Church, where she was a member. She accepted Jesus as her personal Savior in life and stayed strong in her faith.

She was the sole guardian of Debra Rodgers and Anita Thomas through Serenity Foundations a position in life that she loved. She would dance gracefully through the house with them and they would always light up when granny came.

Margaret had a heart of gold and loved without condition and always went above and beyond for everyone who came into her life. This world will be emptier without her and she will be missed by so many.

A funeral service will be held Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Pulaski Funeral Home with Bro. Will Brown officiating.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 from 10:00 AM until time for services.

Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Baptist Church Cemetery.

Pulaski Funeral Home is honored to assist the family.

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10/29/2025

Edward Mick

Edward Leroy Mick, 86, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away at his residence on October 26, 2025. Edward was born in Naoma, West Virginia on November 15, 1938 and was the youngest of three sons born to Herbert Van and Lula Maxine West Mick. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Herbert Van II and John Haddix Mick along with sister-in-law, Gabie Mick.

In 1961, Edward married Joyce Fay Bryant in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 8th. They were married 64 years and had two children, Janeta Lynn and Dawn Ann Mick.

Aside from his wife and daughters, Edward is survived by sisters-in-law Barbra (Charles) Howard and June Mick. Brothers-in-law W. Ronald (Pat) Bryant and Tom (Norma) Bryant, along with several nieces and nephews.

Edward was a member of Walnut Hills Baptist Church in Cincinnati, Ohio and was proud to be an Army veteran. He was an accomplished athlete in his younger days, being an All-State basketball player and a West Virginia state basketball champion in 1957 along with his Burch High School teammates.

Later in life he pursued coaching with his brother, John, and was elected to the Knothole Hall of Fame in Norwood, Ohio for their victories and contributions to the game of baseball.

Edward was a former insurance agent and retired United States Postal worker. He earned his realtor license after the age of 70 in order to sell real estate in his spare time. However, most would remember him as a door greeter at Walmart. He simply loved to work.

Visitation will be held at Pulaski Funeral Home on October 30, 2025. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m.

Graveside services will be held at 12 p.m. on October 31, 2025 at Spring Grove Cemetery, Cincinnati, Ohio with Brother Kevin Benne officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to God's Food Pantry.

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