Obituaries

Beatrice Hackett, 80, of Lockport, died Feb. 9, 2009, at Frankfort Regional Medical Center.

Born Feb. 5, 1929, in Henry County, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Bernice Aynes Craven, and the widow of Bernard Hackett.

She is survived by her son, Michael Hackett of Lockport; her two daughters, Janeie Hackett-Smith and her husband Larry of Gratz, and Phoebe Hackett of Lockport; and her sister, Claircee Kemper of Pleasureville. 

Her family held a private memorial service. 

Online condolences can be sent via mcdonaldandnew.com.

William R. “Doc” Greene, DVM, 87, of Owenton, died Feb. 8, 2009, at the Owenton Manor.

Born March 23, 1921, in Owen County, he was the son of the late R.N. and Gypsy Sidebottom Green and the widower of Lois Jean Greene. He was also preceded in death by his brother, James R. Greene, M.D.; and his sister, Betty Lou Greene Knipper.

John Porter Duvall, 86, of Covington, died Feb. 9, 2009.

Born Feb. 7, 1923, he was preceded in death by his parents, John Thomas and Lula Parker Duvall;  his former wife, Dorothy Rinschler; two brothers, Morris and Elmo Duvall; two sisters, Grace Stonestreet and Sybil Lusby; a granddaughter, Christy Sanford; and a step-daughter, Barbara Sanford.

John served  in the Air Force and Navy. He worked as a contractor and cab driver.

William Wells “Billy” House, 47, of Lusby’s Mill, passed away Jan. 29, 2009, at his residence.

Born March 9, 1961, in Scott County, he was the son of the late Loretta Devers House. Billy was a construction worker and a member of Harmony Baptist Church.