Obituaries

Published 9:55 am Thursday, March 15, 2018

James Corbit Mason

May 10, 1928 – March 10, 2018

James Corbit Mason, 89 (aka Jim) was born in Lincoln County, KY to the late Elly W. and Lilly Lay Mason on May 10, 1928.

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He is survived by his wife of nearly sixty three years, Mary Hoseclaw Mason, two children, Jan (Roger) Donahue and James Kelly (Mimi) Mason, four grandchildren, Chad (Kristen) Donahue, Kevin (Lisa) Donahue, Stephanie (Nick) Clark and Brittany Prouty, three great grandchildren, Alexa and Kortni Prouty, and Landyn, four sisters, Imogene (Bobby) Cornett, Nancy (Wayne) Bullock, Debbie (Scotty) Coffman and Diane Burchett, a brother, Noah Mason, and many much loved nieces and nephews and beloved friends.

Jim was also preceded in death by two sisters, Rosa Calfee and Edith Rowland, and a brother, Herbert Mason.

Jim first served his country in the ARMY AIR CORPS at age eighteen. After serving, he began his career laying and installing floor and ceiling tile. He literally worked on his knees providing the wonderful life he gave his family. He also served on the Board of Directors in his union representing his coworkers. He was a Charter Member of Edgewood Baptist Church and was instrumental in the committee to have the church built. He served as a deacon there and also served his church in many other roles. He was 32nd degree Mason in the Hart Masonic Lodge. He also served as a Master in the Masonic order. He had great respect for his Masonic brothers and was very active in the Lodge’s activities.

His proudest achievement in life was serving the community as first a City Commissioner and then elected Mayor of Nicholasville. Under his tenure as Mayor, he got the city employees into the state retirement system and started the Jessamine Jamboree for the community to unite and enjoy our city.

Jim loved all of his family and will be missed by all. Two months shy of his 90th birthday he joined his Heavenly Family and lives forever with our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Services was 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at Betts and West Funeral Home with Rev. Bob Blankenship officiating. Burial was in the Camp Nelson National Cemetery. Visitation was Tuesday from 3:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Family served as Bearers. Online guestbook at www.BettsandWestfuneralhome.com

Mildred Frances Kelley Woods

Dec. 14, 1941 – March 10, 2018

Mildred Frances Kelley Woods 76, widow of Coleman, died Saturday, March 10. Services 2 p.m., Wednesday at Betts & West Funeral Home, Visitation Tuesday 5 to 8 p.m.

Burnett Combs

April 26, 1935 – March 12, 2018

Hager & Cundiff was honored to serve the family of Burnett Combs, 82, beloved brother, Army veteran, antiques collector, researcher of genealogy, man of faith.

Scott Kelly

July 22, 1974 – March 12, 2018

In Loving Memory of Scott Clifford Kelly. Born on July 22, 1974; Passed away on March 12, 2018. Beloved son of Lowell and the late Barbara Kelly. Survived by his brother Sean Kelly, Sister-law Amy Kelly, Niece Katlin Kelly and nephew Tyler Kelly. Viewing will be held at Hager and Cundiff Funeral Home Thursday, March 15, beginning at 4:00 p.m. and ending at 8:00 p.m.. The funeral service will be held at the funeral home Friday, March 16, at 1:00 p.m.. Rejoice in the Lord always. Philippians 4:4. Hager & Cundiff is honored to serve the Kelly family. www.hagerandcundifffunerals.com Obituary lovingly submitted by Scott’s family.

Ellen Jones

June 9, 1951 – Feb. 25, 2018

Hager & Cundiff is honored to serve the family of Ellen Jones, wife of Paul. Visit 10 a.m., Service 11 a.m. Saturday at Wilmore Free Methodist Church.

Brandy Tobbin Corman

Dec. 9, 1974 – March 5, 2018

Brandy Tobbin Corman, 43, passed March 5, 2018. Gathering was at Turning Point Church on Saturday. Betts & West Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Jennifer Ruth Descoteaux Montgomery

Feb. 6, 1991 – March 6, 2018

Jennifer Descoteaux Montgomery passed March 6. Service today 1:00 p.m., Wilmore Free Methodist Church. Visitation Thursday 11:30 a.m. until service. Betts & West in charge.