Obituaries
Luke Newman
Jul 30, 2023
Luke Michael Newman, age 2 years, of Pine Knot, Kentucky died Sunday, July 30, 2023 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born on December 8, 2020 in Somerset, Kentucky to Eric Newman and Angela Burchett.
His grandmother, Beverly Burchett precedes him in death.
Survivors include his parents, Eric Newman and Angela Burchett of Pine Knot,...
Offie Allene Goodin
Jul 29, 2023
Offie Allene Goodin, age 76 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Saturday, July 29, 2023 at her home.
She was born in Honeybee, Kentucky on April 20, 1947 the daughter of Delmer and Annie Ruth (Hicks) Ridner. Offie had worked in motels and nursing homes doing housekeeping, she was able to mechanic, plumb, build, and electrical work. He favorite hobbies...
Kenneth Wayne "Bubba" Goodin
Jul 28, 2023
Kenneth Wayne “Bubba” Goodin, age 54 years, of the Eagle Community, died Friday, July 28, 2023 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on July 22, 1969 to Kenneth Earl Goodin and Rebecca (Spradlin) Stevenson. Wayne had worked as a cook at the Cumberland Falls State Park and was a member of...
Mary Helen Taylor
Jul 17, 2023
Mary Helen (Ramsey) Taylor, age 81 of Blue Ridge and previously of Murphy, passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023.Mary was born in Whitley City, Kentucky to the late Ernest and Flora (Waters) Ramsey. She worked as an office manager for Superior Restoration. Mary was a hard worker and loved her family very much. She loved the Lord and read...
Bertha Louise Corder
Jul 14, 2023
Bertha Louise Corder, age 89 years, of Greenwood, Kentucky died Friday, July 14, 2023 at the Hospice of the Bluegrass in Lexington, Kentucky.
She was born in Sloans Valley, Kentucky on July 20, 1933 the daughter of George and Lura (Troxtell) Thompson. Bertha was a member of the Day Ridge United Baptist Church and had been a factory worker.
Her...
Billie Earl Vanover
Jul 14, 2023
Billie Earl Vanover Sr. son of the late Billie Earl Vanover and Earline Bryant Holbert, passed away July 14, 2023 at Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
In addition to his parents, Billie is preceded in death by his brother Mike Holbert.
He is survived by his companion of 18 years; Sherry Foster, and her children, Justin Foster...
Tommy Messer
Jul 11, 2023
Tommy Messer, Age 65, husband of Robin Losey Messer, and son of the late Willie and Jessie Donaldson Messer, passed away July 11, 2023 at his home in Parkers Lake, Kentucky.
He was born March 16, 1958, Tommy was of the Southern Baptist faith, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, his fur baby Coco and spending time outdoors and with his...
Robert Lowe
Jul 9, 2023
Robert Leo Lowe, age 36, of Stearns, Kentucky passed away on July 9, 2023.
Robert was born in Fort Pierce, Florida to Robert Leroy Lowe and Barbara Ella Swangin on January 25, 1987. He always lived very freely and to the fullest. He loved camping, hunting, and kids.
He is preceded in death by an unce, James Swangin.
Robert is...
William "Bill" Shook
Jul 8, 2023
William “Bill” Shook, age 79 years, of Stearns, Kentucky died Saturday, July 8, 2023 at his home.
He was born in Cooperative, Kentucky on February 1, 1944 the son of Sylvester and Goldie (Gregory) Shook. Bill had worked as a logger and saw miller and enjoyed fishing, hunting, 4-wheeling and spending time with his family.
His parents; brothers, Edward Shook...
Roger C. Slaven
Jul 7, 2023
Roger C. Slaven, age 78 years, of Eubank, Kentucky died Friday, July 7, 2023 at his home.
He was born in the Worley Hilltop. Kentucky community on April 15, 1945 the son of Alfred and Ella (Spradlin) Slaven. Roger had been a farmer and loved, listening to Sunday Morning Gospel Music, watching Westerns, and telling Tall Tales.
His parents; wife,...
Henry Stuart Lang
Jul 4, 2023
Henry Stuart Lang, age 38 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died July 4, 2023.
He was born in Greenville, South Carolina on August 19, 1984 the son of Charles Baxter Lang and Donna Lynn (Hambright) Looper. Henry had worked as a handyman.
Survivors include his father, Charles Lang (Claudia) of Columbia, South Carlina; mother, Donna Looper (Douglas) of Pickens, South...

Terry Lee Thompson
Jun 24, 2023
Terry Lee Thompson, age 73 years, of Marshes Siding, Kentucky died Saturday, June 24, 2023 at the Baptist Health of Corbin.
He was born in Wiborg, Kentucky on February 4, 1950 the son of Joe and Mable (Dick) Thompson. Terry had worked in Construction, was of the Baptist Faith, and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
His parents; brothers, Marshall Thompson and...
Lonnie Dale Stephens
Jun 21, 2023
Lonnie Dale Stephens, age 63 years, of Pine Knot, Kentucky died Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Sidney, Ohio on October 21, 1959 the son of Lonnie Brown and Lorene (Gibson) Stephens. Lonnie had worked as a delivery driver for B & B Metal, and loved being outdoors fishing...
Gregory Wayne Coffey
Jun 20, 2023
Gregory Wayne Coffey, age 61 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at his home.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on November 26, 1961 the son of Teddy Coffey and Judy Florence (Draughn) Loudermilk. Greg had worked as a truck driver and attended the Marshes Siding Church of God.
His mother, Judy Florence Loudermilk; brothers, Randy...
James Dwight Cox
Jun 8, 2023
James Dwight Cox, age 75 years, of Williamsburg, Kentucky died Thursday, June 8, 2023 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on April 30, 1948 the son of Charlie and Sylvia (Smith) Cox. Dwight was owner of TTT Trucking and a certified butcher. Trucking, hunting, fishing, hiking, sightseeing, nature, and gardening were...
Adam Dewayne Bennett
Jun 5, 2023
Adam Dewayne Bennett, age 37 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Monday, June 5, 2023 at his home.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on June 19, 1985 the son of Roger and Wilma (Ridner) Bennett. Adam enjoyed camping, fishing, riding dirt bikes, and spending time with family especially, his children.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Ozas...
Oscar "Bud" Bolin
May 31, 2023
Oscar “Bud” Bolin, age 86 of Marshes Siding, KY gained his heavenly wings on Wednesday, May 31st, 2023 at his home, exactly 15 years from the date his wife went to be with the Lord. What a reunion they must’ve had.
Bud was born on April 7, 1937 to Elmer and Florence Souleyrette Bolin, and was raised in Alpine, KY...
Madeline Thomas
May 22, 2023
Madeline Thomas, age 77 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Monday, May 22, 2023 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
She was born in Pine Knot, Kentucky on June 6, 1945 the daughter of John and Cassie (Slaven) Stephens. Madeline had been a homemaker and of the Baptist Faith.
Her parents; husband, Forest E. Thomas; daughter, Dawn...
Franklin Delano Jones
May 17, 2023
Franklin Delano Jones, age 85, of Stearns, Kentucky, was a loving husband to Aldena Jones, for 45 years, a beloved son to the late Rev. Thomas and Hazel Jones, and a loving father to Carolyn Pearcy (Tom), and Thomas David Jones. Frank was a caring grandfather to six grandchildren: Tommy Dale Jones, Anthony Pearcy (Janie), Scott Dale Hatfield, Erin...
Jeraldean Hicks
May 14, 2023
Oshie Jeraldean Hicks, age 75 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Sunday, May 14, 2023 at the Baptist Health Corbin.
She was born in Bee Rock, Kentucky on August 28, 1947 the daughter of Jim and Audell (Vanover) Hicks. Jeraldean was a retired cook from Cumberland Falls State Park and a member of Indian Creek United Baptist Church. She enjoyed...