Obituaries

Mary Gladys De-Rossett, 62, of Versailles passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Baptist Health in Lexington. She was born in Prestonsburg on Dec. 3, 1950 to Emmogene Hughes DeRossett of Versailles and the late Wade Green DeRossett. Mary achieved an Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Eastern Kentucky University, her B.S.N. at the University of Kentucky, an M.S.N. from Spaulding University and was a retired Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with the Veterans Administration in Lexington. She enjoyed reading, shopping, baking, and was an accomplished seamstress.

Also surviving are a brother, Grant (Sandy) DeRossett of Lexington; an adopted granddaughter, AC 2nd Class (USN) Meagan DeRossett; two nephews: Norman Lee Bowers of Ohio, and Wade Green (Julie) DeRossett II of Carlisle; a niece, Gretchen (David) Games of Frankfort; seven great-nieces and nephews: Corey and Katie Bennett, Whitley, Miranda, and Gavin Games, and Abby and Ellie DeRossett.

She was also preceded in death by her sister, Lois Ann DeRossett Bowers; and an infant sister.

Services were held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, May 13, 2013 at Blackburn & Ward Funeral Home by Bro. Jimmy Caswell. Arrangements were under the direction of Mathers-Gaunce Funeral Home. Memorial contributions suggested to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. Condolences and Video Tribute are available at www.mathersgaunce.com.

Kevin G. Watkins, 48, of Russell Springs passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at his home. He was born in Nicholas County on Dec. 12, 1964 to Gerald Watkins and the late Jane Vice Watkins. He co- owned and operated Watkins Vision Center as the optical lab manager.

Kevin was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed his time hunting and wildlife, and where he spent a great deal of time with his companion Drake. He founded Watkins Guns due to this passion.

Kevin was a former member of the Russell County Airport Board and the Russell County Jaycees. He was also involved in the Russell County 4-H where he devoted his time to the shooting sports.

Kevin was surrounded by so many special people while living in Russell Springs. He always had an open lab door for all the friends that would stop by during each day. He was the friend you always wanted to have and the friend you wanted to be.

Kevin is survived by his loving wife, Susanne, and his caring daughter, Grace Anne, both of Russell County; his father, Gerald Watkins of Carlisle; his brother, Brian, and wife, Anessia, a niece, Shelby, and a nephew, Bryce, also of Carlisle.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Jane Vice Watkins; and a sister, Karen Beth Watkins.

A memorial service was held in Russell County at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 10, 2013 at Bernard’s Funeral Home. The funeral was conducted at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday,May 11th at the Carlisle United Methodist Church presided over by pastors Rick Mann, and Rocky and Denise Wallace. Burial followed at the Carlisle Cemetery. Casket bearers were Larry Wilson, Richard Kean, Matt Dehart, Mark Wilkerson, Keith Owens, Reece Grubbs, Kevin Claycomb, and Joe Todd Womack. Honorary bearers were Greg Stapp, Brian Young, Steve Rolfe, Darrell Selby, Scott Hammond, Logan Smith, Dillon Wilson, Jamie Davis, and Angie Helm. In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to the Russell County 4-H Shooting Sports or the Grace Watkins Scholarship fund at the First National Bank of Russell Springs.

Nicholas Andrew Hubbard, 26, Harrison County, son of Alton Wade and Lisa Jean Payne Livingood, died on Sunday, May 12, 2013 at his home. Born in Nicholas County on June 22, 1986 he was a graduate of Nicholas County High School, and was a member of Saltwell Methodist Church.

Nicholas is also survived by a brother, Alexander Wade Livingood of Harrison County; his maternal grandmother, Doris Payne of Carlisle; his paternal grandfather, Rev. Howard Livingood of Carlisle; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Patrick William Hubbard; a grandmother, Stella Livingood; and a grandfather, A.D. Payne.

A memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at Saltwell Methodist Church by the Rev. Howard Livingood. Inurnment will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Nicholas County. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the church. Memorials are suggested to the Livingood family. Hinton-Turner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.hinton-turnerfuneralhome.com.