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Bruce Stanley Farmer
Bruce Stanley Farmer, 71, of Henderson, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the Lucy Smith King Care Center.
Bruce was born on November 11, 1953, to Jane and Herbert L. Farmer, Jr., and grew up understanding death as the most natural force of life. In his youth, he learned and labored in the family monument company, completed his first ambulance run at age 14 with Tapp Funeral Home and flexed his own force on the football field for the Henderson City High School Flash. Upon graduation in 1971, Bruce had already laid a solid foundation for what became a lifetime of tireless service to Henderson’s living and dead.
Bruce married Beverly Farmer (née Clark) on November 3, 1978, in Henderson. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Henderson and always sat in the pew next to last.
One of the county’s original EMTs, founding member of Henderson’s ambulance service where he worked for 45 years, deputy coroner by 1985 and elected coroner beginning in 2007—Bruce Farmer’s career was monumental in reach and impact. He retired from the office at the beginning of 2025, concluding 17 years as Henderson’s trusted shepherd during inevitable times of loss. Beyond the badge, Bruce was a member and state trustee for the Fraternal Order of Police, a Henderson Shriner and a Mason of Jerusalem Lodge No. 9. He also served on the W.C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival Committee whose annual music festival draws tens of thousands to the heart of Henderson.
Bruce Farmer was a loving father and doting grandfather who remained meticulous about his routines and his newspaper, who stayed humble and ready to respond 24/7 and whose legacy of vigilant service already lives on.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jane Ramsey Farmer and Herbert L. Farmer, Jr.; and two brothers, Kent Lee Farmer and Scott Farmer.
Survivors include his wife, Beverly Farmer, of Henderson; two children, Charles Farmer and his wife, Crystal, of Henderson and Laura Marshall and her husband, Jared, of Louisville; three grandchildren, Madisyn Farmer of Henderson, Peyton Marshall and Clarke Marshall, both of Louisville; three siblings, Gene Farmer and his partner, Stacey Thomas, of Indianapolis, Judith Farmer-Mayo and her husband, Allen, of Henderson and Mary Farmer of Washington, D.C.; one uncle, Ray Farmer and his wife, Belinda, of Henderson; nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to Bruce’s Life Celebration from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 25th, and from 9:00 a.m. until service time on Friday, September 26th, 2025, at Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home in Henderson. Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Reverend Mary Wrye officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmont Cemetery in Henderson.
A masonic service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be Steve Young, Steve Wring, Mike Williams, Lance Wayne, Melvin Fulkerson, and David Cox. Honorary pallbearer will be Roy Cox.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Lucy Smith King Care Center or the Henderson Music Preservation Society. Arrangements entrusted to Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home, A Life Celebration® Home. Please visit www.bentongluntandtappfuneralhome.com to share memories and words of comfort with Bruce’s family.
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Henrietta Sugg
Henrietta Sugg, age 83, of Henderson, KY, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Redbanks Nursing Home in Henderson.
From a young age Henrietta was a member of Lawndale Baptist Church and later attended First Baptist Church. She enjoyed visiting many local churches and became friends with many people. Henrietta was a resident of Redbanks Nursing Home for 46 years, where she was referred by many as “ The Mayor” and crowned prom queen in 2010. Despite her special needs, she had a phenomenal memory and could remember everyone’s names and birthdays. Henrietta loved playing bingo and singing. She was a champ at playing “possum” when she didn’t want to talk or to have visitors.
She was preceded in death by her parents Henry Sugg and Lucinda Sugg Shelton and her brothers Gordon Sugg and Tim Sugg.
Henrietta is survived by her nieces Shelley Taylor and Tammy Sugg both of Henderson, KY; nephew Matthew Sugg of Winchester, KY; and her special friend Agnes.
Relatives and friends are invited to Henrietta’s Life Celebration from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home with Brother Tim Shockley officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmont Cemetery in Henderson, KY.
Pallbearers will be Rob Wilson, Bradley Sugg, Logan Taylor, Larry Sheeley, Fred Sheeley, and David Stinson. Honorary pallbearer will be Timmy Hart.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Redbanks Nursing Home, 851 Kimsey Lane, Henderson, KY, 42420.
Arrangements entrusted to Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home, A Life Celebration® Home. Please visit www.bentongluntandtappfuneralhome.com to share memories and words of comfort with Henrietta’s family.
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Shirley Gay Thompson
Shirley Gay Thompson, age 89, of Henderson, KY, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the Lucy Smith King Care Center under the care of St. Anthony’s Hospice.
Shirley was a member of Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church. She was a school bus driver for the Henderson County School System for over 30 years. After retirement, Shirley worked at Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center where she assisted with the children and also worked at Goody’s. She loved family and keeping in touch with her friends via Facebook and facetime. Shirley was a soft-spoken lady with a good heart.
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents Alphonso and Bertha Hamilton and her husband Dalton Thompson.
She is survived by her daughters: Patty Caton, Laura Scott, and Kim Lowery all of Henderson, KY; son James Thompson (Dana) of Hendeson, KY; 8 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, several great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to Shirley’s Life Celebration from 5:30 until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday and from 9:00 until 11:30 a.m. on Thursday at Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home in Henderson, KY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Henderson with Father Richard Meredith officiating. Burial will follow at Fernwood Cemetery in Henderson, KY.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to St. Anthony’s Hospice 2410 S. Green St., Henderson, KY, 42420 and Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 511 2nd Street., Henderson, KY, 42420.
Arrangements entrusted to Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home, A Life Celebration® Home. Please visit www.bentongluntandtappfuneralhome.com to share memories and words of comfort with Shirley’s family.
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Donie Young
Donie Young, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 19, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, IN.
Donie shared 37 wonderful years of marriage with her devoted husband, James “Duane” Young, building a home rooted in love and faith. She devoted her life to her family, always filling her home with love, laughter, and warmth. Donie had a joyful spirit, a passion for shopping, and a faith in God that guided her every step. She will be remembered for her kindness, her devotion, and the joy she brought to those around her.
She was preceded in death by her mother Nellie Griffin, father Auvy Griffin, brothers Jefferson and Carlos Griffin, and sisters Sue Harrington and Mary Dean Abel.
Donie is survived by her husband of 37 years: Duane Young; daughters: Sandra Jones, Christi Ellis, and Melissa Overfield; step-children Vanessa Melton and Morgan Young; sister Joan Warren; 10 grandchildren: Justin Higgins, Cameron Higgins, Leslie McFall, Emalee Welsh, Eathan Overfield, Trey Melton, Jake Young, Gabriel Young, Amy Beth, and William Jones, Jr.; and 7 great-grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are invited to Donie’s Life Celebration from 10:00 a.m. until the service time on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home in Henderson, KY. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home with Pastor Ray Buckman officiating. Burial will follow at Cash Creek Cemetery in Henderson County, KY.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to: Shriners Children’s Hospital, PO Box 947765, Atlanta, GA, 30394 and St. Judes Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105.
Arrangements entrusted to Benton-Glunt & Tapp Funeral Home, A Life Celebration® Home. Please visit www.bentongluntandtappfuneralhome.com to share memories and words of comfort with Donie’s family.
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