Kay Osborne

Kay Isabelle Carroll Osborne, 60, of Kentucky, passed away on June 20, 2026, in Lexington, Kentucky. She was born on October 20, 1965, in Danville, Kentucky to the late Russell Leslie and Sibbie Ellen Wilson. She was also predeceased by her grandson Phillup Lee Clarkson, grandparents Courtney and Pearlie Simpson-Trent and an uncle Jake Sebastian.

Kay was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, niece, aunt, cousin, and friend. She lived a life defined by resilience, compassion, and an unwavering love for her family and the Lord. As a single mother, she worked tirelessly to build a better future, completing her training in cosmetology through determination and perseverance. After marrying her beloved husband, Anthony “Tony” Osborne, Kay continued to pursue her dreams—working full-time while earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Kentucky State University.

As a nurse, Kay was known for her deep compassion and genuine care for her patients. She treated each person with dignity, kindness, and empathy, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives. Though cancer ultimately took her from her profession, it never diminished her love for people, her joy for life, or her fierce will to fight.

Kay found happiness in life’s simple and meaningful moments. She loved fishing, family get to gathers, often outshooting her brother with a competitive spark that brought laughter to those around her. She enjoyed crafting, creating with her hands, Christmas, visiting the ocean, and making memories playing video games with her children—moments her family will forever cherish.

Kay is survived by her loving husband, Anthony “Tony” J. Osborne, daughters, Holly (Zak) Argo and Brittany Murphy (Michael Cornett), son Chanse Murphy and her cherished grandchildren, Clay Pike, Isabella Pike, and Arielle Argo. She is also survived by her sisters, Barbara Robbins and Rebecca (Billy) Abell, brothers Les (Heather) Wilson and Robin Barnett, aunt Lettie Sebastian and uncles, Charlie, Bee, Earl, and Walter Trent, along with many extended family members and dear friends.

Kay will be remembered for her strength, her laughter, her compassion, and the fierce love she gave so freely. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched and the family she cherished above all else.

Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026 at Stith Funeral Home of Junction City. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Stith Funeral Home of Junction City with Bro. Mel Young officiating. Burial will follow at Junction City Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chanse Murphy, Clay Pike, Zak Argo, Levi Cook, Jordan Young, Les Wilson, Joe Foley and Brysten Lane. Honorary pallbearers will be Danny Trent, Chris Barnett, Michael Robbins, Ryan Bice, Zak Wilson, Isabella Pike, Madisyn McClellan, Tyler Trent, Ethan Casey, Quentin Jones, Spencer Jones and Billy Abell.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Kay’s honor to the Ronald McDonald House.