Faye

Best

Faye Wesley Best went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

Born on August 27, 1928, in Sonora, Kentucky, Faye was the daughter of Henry Mark Wesley and Daisy Helen Buckles Wesley. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Guy Shelby Best; her parents; and her sister, Eleanor Ray Wesley Light.

Faye leaves behind a loving family who will cherish her memory: her son, Guy Shelby Best Jr. of Dania Beach, Florida; her daughter, Helen Gay Bowen and husband Lawrence Bowen of Port St. Joe, Florida; five grandchildren: Tyler Best, Wesley Best, Will Bowen, Paige Bowen, and Leslie DeRouin; and two nieces, Evelyn A. Chandler and Helen Whitler Banks.

Faye embraced life with gratitude and purpose. She worked tirelessly to improve the lives of members of the deaf community in her area and throughout Kentucky, dedicating herself to advocacy and service. Her greatest passions were her family, her friends, and her beloved University of Kentucky Wildcats.

Throughout her life, Faye often spoke of how blessed she felt. She was surrounded by people who loved and cared for her, and she considered many of her neighbors to be family. In her later years, their friendship, support, and assistance - along with the care provided by her family and Susie - made it possible for Faye to remain in the Danville home she treasured so dearly.

Visitation is at 10 AM with a Celebration of Life Service following at 11 AM at Centenary Methodist Church on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Committal Service at Camp Nelson National Cemetery will be private.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Heritage Hospice, whose compassionate care meant so much to Faye and her family, or to a charity of your choice.

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