Obituaries
Rachel Wilson
Apr 9, 2026
Rachel Keith Wilson, age 89, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Thursday, April 9, 2026 at the Big Southfork Medical Center in Oneida, Tennessee.
Rachel was born in Straight Creek (Parkers Lake), KY., to the late Rev. Charles W. (Charlie) Keith and Evelyn (Owens) Keith, she was clerk at the Burgess Drug Store for almost 40 years.
In addition to her parents, she...
Jeffery Wayne Dobbs
Apr 2, 2026
Jeffey Wayne Dobbs, age 53 of Whitley City, Ky. passed away at Big Southfork Medical Center in Oneida, Tn. on April 2, 2026.
Jeffery was born in Winchester, IN. on June 21, 1972.
He was a member of Sandhill United Baptist Church. Jeffery enjoyed Camping, Fishing, and Gardening.
He is survived by his parents Clifford and Alene Koger Dobbs of Whitley City, Ky.;...
Norma Jean Crabtree
Apr 1, 2026
Norma Jean Crabtree, age 86, of Stearns, Kentucky, widow of the late Woodrow Crabtree, passed away at Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Norma was born in Whitley City, Kentucky to the late Joseph and Flora Mae (Bryant) Foster.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son;...
Bronnie Joe Jones
Mar 31, 2026
Bronnie Joe Jones, age 77 years, of Monticello, Kentucky died Tuesday, March 31, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife and son at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Slavans, Kentucky on March 29, 1949 the son of the late Rease and Emma (Phillips) Jones. Bronnie worked as a Shuttle Car Driver in the Coal Mines,...
Lansford Stephens
Mar 25, 2026
Lansford Stephens, age 78 of Pine Knot, Ky. died Wednesday March 25, 2026 at Scott Co. Hospital in Oneida, TN.
Lansford was born in McCreary County on September 27, 1947 to the late Artie and Hazel Litton Stephens. He had been a factory worker for American Tank. He also worked as a coal miner for Blue Diamond Coal Company and worked...
Michael Larry Honeycutt
Mar 20, 2026
Michael Larry Honeycutt, age 56 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Friday, March 20, 2026 at the St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, Kentucky.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on October 11, 1969. He had been a manager for E & E Shoe Brokerage. Michael enjoyed life and his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Emo and Blanche (Lynch)...
Vernon Jeff Carter
Mar 14, 2026
Vernon Jeff Carter, age 76 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on December 17, 1949 the son of the late Marion Lee Carter and Wilba (Jeffers) Carter Walker. Jeff had been a manager at Parts City Auto Parts, and enjoyed working on...
Brenda Sue Boggs
Mar 12, 2026
Brenda Sue Boggs, age 70, of Stanford, Kentucky, passed away at Stanford Nursing Home, Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Brenda was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Lovell and Louisa Boggs.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother; William Boggs.
She is survived by her companion of 25 years; Clarence Murphy of Stearns, KY., daughters; Jackie Jones...
John Paul Soard
Feb 28, 2026
John Paul Soard, age 51 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Saturday, February 28, 2026 at his home.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on April 6, 1974 the son of James Vernon and Katheryn (West) Soard. John had been a logger and enjoyed camping, fishing, working and trading on cars, but most especially spending time with his children and grandchild....
Vickie Lynn Wilson
Feb 26, 2026
Vickie Lynn Wilson, age 61, of Strunk, Kentucky, daughter of the late Dester and Molly Wilson Phillips, passed away on February 26, 2026, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
She was born in Oneida, Tennessee on January 21, 1965 the daughter of the late Dester and Molly (Wilson) Phillips. Vickie enjoyed Bowling, reading, cooking, playing rummy and yahtzee, watching her favorite TV...
BRUCE KING
Feb 24, 2026
Bruce King, age 57, passed from this life on February 24, 2026, at his home in Strunk, Kentucky.
Born June 29, 1968, he was the son of the late Barbara Sue Riley. Beside his mother, he is preceded in death by his wife Patricia Ann King and infant brother, Hubert Joy Trammell; brothers, Shannon Wayne King and Milton Leroy King.
Surviving family...
TIMOTHY RAY COX
Feb 24, 2026
Timothy Ray Cox, age 68, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at his home in Whitley City, Kentucky.
Born October 9, 1957, in Jellico, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Rube Arthur and Lena Clara (Perry) Cox. Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother Rube Arthur Cox, Jr.
Surviving family include his wife of 48 years,...
Stella Clark
Feb 22, 2026
Stella Carol Clark, age 80, of Oak Ridge, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday evening, February 22, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by the love and comfort of her family at the time of her passing.
Born at home in Mine 18 (Strunk, Kentucky) on September 17, 1945, Stella was the...
Katie Elizabeth Rose
Feb 18, 2026
Katie Elizabeth Rose, age 94 years, of Marshes Siding, Kentucky died Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at the Laurel Heights Home for the Elderly in London, Kentucky.
She was born in New Liberty, Kentucky on February 23, 1931 the daughter of the late Hal and Lula (Brooks) Bryant. Katie was a homemaker and a member of the Greenwood Fellowship Church of God....
Donald Lee Vanover
Feb 18, 2026
Donald Lee Vanover, age 89, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky, passed from this life on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
Don was born in Parkers Lake, Kentucky on July 9, 1936 at the home of his parents; Gilbert L. Vanover and Elsie Marie (Neal) Vanover. His parents preceded him in death.
Don is survived by...
Johnny Everett Higginbotham
Feb 15, 2026
Johnny Everett Higginbotham, age 62 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Sunday, February 15, 2026 at his home.
He was born in Whitley County, Kentucky on October 29, 1963 the son of the late Albert and Alma (Ridner) Higginbotham. Johnny had been a Truck Driver for McClane. Driving the truck, flea marketing, and watching wrestling on TV were his favorite past...
Julia Bell Tucker
Feb 14, 2026
Julia Bell Tucker, age 93 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Born on November 28, 1932, in Jellico, Tennessee, Julia was the beloved daughter of the late Marshall and Emma (Morgan) Jones. She was a devoted homemaker and a faithful member of the Flat Rock Missionary Baptist Church. Julia lived a...
Hazel B. Jones
Feb 13, 2026
Hazel B. Jones, age 74, of the Smithtown Community, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026, at her home.
Hazel was born in Ritner, Kentucky, on March 22, 1951, the daughter of the late Samuel Tate and Nancy Jane (Jones) Phillips. She dedicated much of her life to serving the community as a Secretary for the McCreary County School System, working at...
Stella Jean Newton
Feb 6, 2026
Stella Jean Newton, age 78 years died Friday, February 6, 2026 at her home in Parkers Lake, Kentucky.
She was born in The Tucker Town Community of McCreary County, Kentucky on August 26, 1947 the daughter of the late Loyd and Dollie Marie (Gibson) Tucker. Stella had worked as a waitress at the Dupont Lodge and was a member of the...
Jeffrey Eugene Patrick
Feb 5, 2026
Jeff Patrick, also known as "Boo-Boo" entered this life on April 2, 1962 in Honeybee, Ky. and gained his wings on February 5, 2026 at 63 years old. He's the son of the late Clarence Patrick and mothers, Verdie Perry and Jewell Patrick. Also preceding him in sleep are a son Jeremy; Brothers Tom and Pete Patrick; Sisters Mary-Jane; Marilyn,...
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