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Lewis Paisley

Lexington, Kentucky

1945 - 2025

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Judge Lewis Grant Paisley of Lexington, KY passed away on October 27, 2025 from complications of Parkinson's Disease. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Sheila Isaac; his daughter, Katherine Paisley; son, Franklin Paisley (Katy Ross); stepdaughter, Whitney Lockridge (Michael); and...

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My Father, David Griffin was Proud to Call Judge Paisley a friend for many years! I know My dad would have surely been at this service. A truly Honorable man in a time when there are fewer and fewer. My thoughts are with his Family.

Lewis was a great and extraordinary man. He taught me so much in our short time we spent together . He left a big mark on me as a man . I appreciate and is grate For the time we spent together . Thanks for the funny stories you told me , the kind words , genuine love , advice, and knowledge you passed on to me big lew ( my nickname I called him) . Lewis once bought me a Patagonia jacket and laughed and joked and said , " now Robert you a be the only black man wearing Patagonia " ... I wear my...

Lewis paisley was a great and extraordinary man. I was grateful to meet him, although our time spent was short lived. I learned so much from big lew(that´s what I called him lol) in my short time spent with him . He left a great mark on my life and was very saddened to hear about his passing today . Thank you Lewis for all your funny stories, kind words , knowledge, and the white boy Patagonia coat that you bought me . Rest in peace my friend . Love Robert

To Sheila, Katherine and Franklin, It was with great sadness that I learned of Lew´s passing. My husband, Ed, so enjoyed the fly fishing trips to NC, Montana and other spots and the tales that resulted from those trips. Lew was such a wonderful man. I last saw him at John Prine´s last concert in Greenville, Mullenberg County Ky. I bought his last 2 tickets and went with my sister. I sat next to Lew and he knew every word of every song. He will certainly be missed.

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My condolences!!

I never had the chance to practice before Judge Paisley, but his reputation as a gentleman with a powerful intellect certainly preceded him. At his inspiring service, I learned more about his many renaissance-man qualities. Such a great example of a well-lived and purpose-filled life. Rest in peace, Judge.

It sure was a beautiful service and it was an honor to be there. We´re thinking about all of the Paisley family in this difficult time. Sincerely, Pete Perlman

Many good memories at Merick Place