Obituaries

William "Duckie" Ridner

William "Duckie" Ridner

Feb 26, 2024

William “Duckie” Ridner, age 67 years, of Pine Knot, Kentucky departed this life Monday, February 26, 2024 to be with his Savior while surrounded by his loving family at his home.  He will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.

He was born in Jellico, Tennessee on September 19, 1956 the son of the late Thomas Leonard and...

Linda Rose

Linda Rose

Feb 25, 2024

Linda Rose, age 53 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Sunday, February 25, 2024 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.

She was born in Fostoria, Ohio on May 29, 1970 the daughter of Denton Goodin and Particia (Hohman) Perry. Linda had worked as a machine operator for JDS Technologies and was a member of the Pleasant Knob United...

Mittie Chestina Broach

Mittie Chestina Broach

Feb 22, 2024

Mittie Chestina Broach, age 90 years, of Strunk, Kentucky died Thursday, February 22, 2024 at the Williamsburg Health and Rehab in Williamsburg, Kentucky.

She was born in the Mount Pleasant Community of Strunk, Kentucky on October 4, 1933 the daughter of Murray R. and Myrtie (Spradlin) Wilson. Mittie had been a homemaker and member of the New Hope Baptist Church. Going...

Debra Ann Childers

Debra Ann Childers

Feb 21, 2024

Debra Ann Childers age 69 years of Edmonton KY, died Wednesday February 21, 2024 at the TJ Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY.

She was born in Cincinnati, OH on July 9, 1954, the daughter of the late Silas L. Patrick and Flora Mae (Davis) Jones. Debra was a Homemaker, enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles and baking. She was a member of...

Rose Lee Canada

Rose Lee Canada

Feb 20, 2024

Rose Lee Canada, age 74 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at her home surrounded by loved ones.

She was born in Stearns, Kentucky on March 7, 1949 the daughter of Everett and Ruth (King) Taylor. Rose had worked as a CNA in the Cumberland Manor and volunteer for the McCreary County Christian Care Center. She was...

Daisy Ellen Hamilton

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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....