Obituaries, Records
Staff Reports
 By Staff Reports  
Published 6:04 pm Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Obituaries – Oct. 29 – Oct. 31, 2024

Kathy Elaine Murphy

Oct. 29, 2024

Kathy Elaine Murphy, 66, of Sheffield, passed away Oct. 29. A graveside service was held Nov. 1 at 11 a.m. at Hyde Cemetery. She was the wife of David Murphy.

Christine Bailey

Oct. 28, 2024

Christine Bailey, 88, of Russellville, passed away Oct. 28. Visitation was held Oct. 30 from 1-2 p.m. at Spry Memorial Chapel, with a service taking place directly after. Burial was in Cedar Tree Cemetery.

Wayne Allen Presley

Oct. 31, 2024

Wayne Allen Presley, 65, of Russellville, passed away Oct. 31. Visitation was held Nov. 3 from 12-2 p.m. at Spry Memorial Chapel, with a service held directly after. Burial was in the Knights of Pythias Cemetery.

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