Obituaries
Daisy Ellen Hamilton
Feb 17, 2024
Daisy Ellen Hamilton, age 67 years, of Corbin, Kentucky died Saturday February 17, 2024 at the Baptist Health of Corbin.
She was born in Toledo, Ohio on December 4, 1956 the daughter of Clifton and Marie (Perry) Ketron. Ellen had worked as an EMT and served on the Eagle -Sawyer Fire Department and was a member of the Ryan’s Creek Baptist...
Carl Dean Wright
Feb 16, 2024
Carl Dean Wright, age 88 years, of the Sandhill Community died Friday, February 16, 2024 at his home.
He was born at Worley Hilltop, Kentucky on June 18, 1935 the son of Cleo Wright and Carrie (Jones) Wright Goodin. Carl had worked in the coal tipple and as a stone mason. Being outdoors, fishing, and hunting were his favorite past times.
His...
Ginger Lee Wallen
Feb 14, 2024
Ginger Lee Wallen, age 62 years, of Pine Knot, Kentucky died Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
She was born in Oneida, Tennessee on August 3, 1961 the daughter of Garland and Clara (Jones) Burke. Ginger had worked as a teacher’s aide for the McCreary County School System and attended the East Pine...
Darrell Leo Ridner
Feb 13, 2024
Darrell Leo Ridner, age 64 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky, died Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born on July 14, 1959 in Jellico, Tennessee to the late Dow and Alpha (Perry) Ridner. Darrell Had worked as a logger, he enjoyed fishing and camping, but most importantly spending time with his grandbabies....
Lowell Buster Spradlin
Feb 2, 2024
Lowell Buster Spradlin, age 73 years, of Strunk, Kentucky died Friday, February 2, 2024 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Blue Heron, Kentucky on December 16, 1950 the son of Fred and Flossie (Waters) Spradlin. Buster had worked as a carpenter and logging, and enjoyed being outdoors.
His parents; brothers, Elmon Spradlin, Bob Spradlin, and...
Kandy Kay Loudermilk
Jan 30, 2024
Kandy Kay Loudermilk, age 64 years, of League City, Texas died Tuesday, January 30, 2024 in La Marque, Texas.
She was born in Tucson, Arizona on September 15, 1959 the daughter of Charels L. and Joyce Nanette (Endsley) Roach. Kandy had worked as a painter and was of the Baptist Faith.
Her parents; and sister, Donna precede her in death.
Survivors include her...
Jan Ross
Jan 27, 2024
Jan Ross, age 76, of Strunk, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
Jan was born on October 28, 1947, the beloved daughter of Fred and Flossie (Waters) Spradlin. She led a fulfilling life and had the opportunity to work in the Sporting Goods Department for Walmart. Jan found solace in...
Gladys Evelyn Bruce
Jan 26, 2024
Gladys Evelyn Bruce, 92, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024, at Christian Health Care Center in Corbin, Kentucky. Born October 2, 1931, in Honeybee, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Jacky and Lily Bryant.
Gladys was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. In past years, she served proudly as a Sunday school teacher. She was a homemaker and loving...
Scheyla "Jackie" Jeanette Stephens
Jan 25, 2024
Scheyla "Jackie" Jeanette Stephens, age 79 years, of Stearns, Kentucky passed away peacefully on January 25, 2024 at the Saint Joseph Hospital in London, Kentucky.
Jackie was born in Oak Hill, West Virginia on December 12, 1944 to Leroy Willie and Scheyla (Uhl) Nutter. She was a remarkable woman who owned and operated the Pine Knot Laundermat. Jackie's dedication and hard...
Dillard New
Jan 25, 2024
Dillard New, aged 73, of Marshes Siding, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born on January 31, 1950 in Parkers Lake, Kentucky to Gaylon and Dovie (Martin) New. A loving husband and father, Dillard accepted his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at a young age and was a member...
Crystal Lee Crabtree
Jan 23, 2024
Crystal Lee Crabtree, age 43 years, of Strunk, Kentucky died Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at the Baptist Health Corbin, Kentucky.
She was born in Somerset, Kentucky on July 13, 1980 the daughter of Roy and Carolyn (Spradlin) Crabtree. Crystal was a member of the Whitley City Church of God and had been a general manager for Wendy’s. She enjoyed planting flowers,...
Angela Marie Borden
Jan 22, 2024
Angela Marie Borden, age 56 years, of Georgetown, Kentucky, died peacefully on January 22, 2024, at the Signature Health Care of McCreary in Pine Knot, Kentucky.
She was born in Tacoma, Washington on January 26, 1967, the beloved daughter of Earl Francis and Dorothy Ann (Genna) Brown.
Angela is preceded in death by her parents and her loving husband, Chris Borden.
She will...
Scott Anthony Maxey
Jan 20, 2024
Scott Anthony Maxey, son of Gary and Freda Bryant Maxey passed away on January 20, 2024, at the age of 38, in Somerset, Kentucky.
Along with his parents, Gary and Freda Maxey, he is survived by his sisters; Sherry West and Samantha Maxey of Whitley City, nephews and nieces; Matthew West, Haylee West, Heather West, Katelyn Bryant, Kourtney Bryant and Kinlee...
Rev. William Delmas Watson
Jan 20, 2024
On January 20, 2024, at the age of 83, Rev. William “Delmas” Watson passed away at his home in Stearns, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 6, 1940, in Scott County, Tennessee. He leaves behind his loving wife, Phyllis Whitehead Watson whom he married on December 24, 1960. He was the son of the late Travis...
Lois Ann Taylor
Jan 19, 2024
Lois Ann Taylor, age 74 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Friday, January 19, 2024 at her sister’s home.
She was born in McCreary County, Kentucky on March 19, 1949 the daughter of Clarence and Gertie (Taylor) Taylor. Lois had been a caretaker and had worked as a housekeeper at the Cumberland Falls State Park, and was of the Baptist Faith....
Doris G. Goins
Jan 16, 2024
Doris G. Goins, a beloved member of the community, passed away on January 16, 2024, at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky. She was surrounded by her loving family during her final moments. Doris was born on February 17, 1962, in Somerset, Kentucky to late Eckle and Celta (Morgan) Bryant.Doris had a remarkable career as a cake decorator...
Cathy Diane Perry
Jan 16, 2024
Cathy Diane Perry, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 16, 2024, in Somerset, Kentucky at the Lake Cumberland Reginal Hospital. She was born on November 29, 1960, in Jellico, Tennessee. Cathy's departure leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.Cathy was an exceptional woman who took pride in her career as...
Nathaniel "Bud" Matthew Taylor
Jan 14, 2024
Nathaniel “Bud’ Matthew Taylor, age 79 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Sunday, January 14, 2024 at his home.
He was born in McCreary County, Kentucky on February 28, 1944 the son of Luther and Bethena (Vanover) Taylor. Bud drove a tractor and trailer for about 25 years, where he enjoyed traveling the country and seeing the world. He then...
Vernon "Bulldog" Dean Strunk
Jan 12, 2024
Vernon “Bulldog” Dean Strunk, age 85 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Friday January 12, 2024 at his home.
He was born in Stearns, Kentucky on April 29, 1938 the son of James William and Nancy (Strunk) Strunk. Vernon was a retired coal miner and truck driver and a member of the Day Ridge United Baptist Church. He enjoyed spending...
Elizabeth "Beth" Crabtree Moore
Jan 12, 2024
Elizabeth “Beth” Crabtree Moore, age 66 years, of Pine Knot, Kentucky died Friday, January 12, 2024 at her home.
She was born in Oneida, Tennessee on April 12, 1957 the daughter of Chester and Shirley Ethel (Taylor) Crabtree. Beth was a member of the Pine Knot Freewill Baptist Church, Coordinator for Special Needs at the McCreary County School System, machine...
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