Obituaries
Phillip R. Inman
Oct 7, 2025
Phillip R. Inman, age 72 years, of Strunk, Kentucky died Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at the UK Bluegrass Hospice Care in Lexington, Kentucky.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on December 4, 1952 the son of the late Channer and Joyce (Jones) Inman. He had worked as a tool and die maker, enjoyed deer hunting, and had served his country in...
Dorothy M. Thomas
Sep 29, 2025
Dorothy M. Thomas (nee Bruce), of Cincinnati, Ohio, 86 years old, passed away on September 29, 2025 surrounded by her family.
Devoted wife of the late Boyd Allen Thomas, beloved mother of Greg (Kathy) Thomas, Michelle (Kevin) Keppel and Gary (Judy) Bledsoe. Cherished Sugar to Nick (Kate) Thomas, Zach (Danielle) Thomas, Ashley (Ryan) Drees, Morgan Schewene, and Karley Keppel. Great Grandma...
Dean Tucker
Sep 26, 2025
Dean Tucker, age 78 years, of the Day Ridge Community died Friday, September 26, 2025 at his home.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on December 17, 1946 the son of the late Albert and Dorothy (New) Tucker. Dean had done foundry work and was a member of the Day Ridge United Baptist Church. Sitting on the porch and being outdoors...
George C. Murphy
Sep 25, 2025
GEORGE C. MURPHY, age 81 of Sidney, Ohio, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 4:31 PM at Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy, Ohio. He was born on December 1, 1943, in Worley, Kentucky, the son of the late Bobby Lee and Ruth Ellen (Perry) Murphy.
George married Ella Mae (Clark) who survives along with his sister, Glenna Sue (Hulen...
Kathy Lynn Smith
Sep 22, 2025
Kathy Lynn Smith, age 67, of Smithtown, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025. We are comforted by the promise of salvation through Jesus Christ, knowing that Kathy has completed her journey and is now home with the Lord. A lifelong force of nature, Kathy will be remembered for her infectious spirit, deep love for her community and unwavering passion...
Finley Ray Perry
Sep 22, 2025
Finley Ray Perry, born August 6, 1954 to Willis “Dick” and Alene Ridner Perry, went home to be with his lord on September 22, 2025.
Finley married the love of his life, Becky Lynn Bryant Perry on July 28, 1975 in Tiffin Ohio. They moved to Parkers Lake, Ky., where they raised their four children. Finley worked years in the logging...
Teresa Smith Higginbothan
Sep 20, 2025
Teresa Smith-Higginbothan, age 52 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Saturday, September 20, 2025 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
She was born in Whitley City, Kentucky on August 21, 1973 the daughter of Jerry and Mila Halstine (Spradlin) Smith. Teresa had been a caregiver at Horizon, a housekeeper at the Cumberland Falls State Park, and a member...
Janey Sue Davis
Sep 17, 2025
Janey Sue Davis, age 73 , widow of the late Jack Davis, Pine Knot, Kentucky passed away at her home on September 17, 2025.
In addition to her husband, Janey is preceded in death by her parents; Authur and Althea Hall Brooks, brothers; Joe Bill Brooks and Lenville Brooks, sister; Glenna Lee Bruce, and grandson; Corey Terry.
She is survived by her...
Brian Cordis Griffis
Sep 9, 2025
Brian Cordis Griffis, 35, passed away on September 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 25, 1990, in Somerset, Kentucky, to Beverly Wilson Duncan (Jim) and Curtis Griffis.
Brian will be remembered as a caring, adventurous, and witty soul who loved deeply. Though private by nature, his greatest passion was his family. If you cared about...
Cathy Ellen Crabtree
Sep 9, 2025
Cathy Ellen Crabtree, age 65 years, of the Beulah Heights Community died Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
She was born in Jellico, Tennessee the daughter of Tommy Frost and Katie (Bryant) Rose. Cathy was a homemaker and a Christian. She enjoyed painting, camping, the beach, and being with her children and all of...
Rev. Ray Sumner
Aug 24, 2025
Rev. Ray Sumner, age 83 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Sunday, August 24, 2025 at the UK Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky.
He was born in Marshes Siding, Kentucky on November 4, 1941 the son of the late Homer and Loretta (Watson) Sumner. Ray had been a heavy equipment operator, was a member of the Greenwood Missionary Baptist Church, loved...
Merita "Rita" Lilley Wright
Aug 23, 2025
Merita (Rita) Lilley Wright age 85, passed unexpectedly at the UT Medical Center on Saturday, August 23, 2025. She was an awesome woman, mother and partner. Her personality was magnetic with a kind presence that drew many everywhere she went.
Rita originated from the Brimstone Community Robbins, Tennessee on 21 July 1940. As a young adult, she made her way to...
Larry Junior Winchester
Aug 20, 2025
Larry J. Winchester, age 81 years, of Maryland Heights, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at the SSM Health DePaul Hospital in Bridgeton, Missouri.
He was born August 10, 1944, in Beech Grove, Kentucky, to the late Clarence “Hammer” and Velva Mae (Dobbs) Winchester. Larry had worked as a security guard was a member of the Restoration Church and First...
Daniel Eugene Terry
Aug 20, 2025
Daniel Eugene Terry age 62, passed away at his home on August 20, 2025. He served in the military and worked as a mechanic most of his life.
He was born on February 01, 1963, in Muncie Indiana, the son of Marshall Terry and Eva Sue (Boles) Jones.
He is survived by his mother, Eva Sue Jones; brothers, Robert Terry, and Raymond...
Ray "Colonel" O. Davis
Aug 12, 2025
Ray "Colonel" O. Davis, age 79 years, of Richmond, Kentucky died Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky.
He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 20, 1945 the son of the late Raymond and Allie (Phillips) Davis. Ray was a Security Guard in Chicago, Illinois for Merchants Patrol and loved farming and collecting coins.
In addition...
Brenda Winchester Caudill
Aug 10, 2025
Brenda Winchester Caudill, age 80, of Oil Springs, Kentucky, passed away Sunday at her residence.
Brenda was born October 23, 1944, in Co- Op, Kentucky, daughter of the late Wilburn Winchester and Maudie Winchester. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Ray Caudill, three sisters: Shirley Ann Walters, Barbara Sue Wingate, Patsy Jones, and...
George Allen "Bean" Baird
Aug 3, 2025
George Allen “Bean’ Baird, age 50 years, of the Sandhill Community died Sunday, August 3, 2025 at the Big Southfork Medical Center in Oneida, Tennessee.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on November 30, 1974 the son of the late Leamon and Eurceline (Vahle) Baird. Bean had worked in the log woods, was a member of the Pine Knot United Baptist...
Beulah May Maxwell
Jul 30, 2025
Beulah May Maxwell, age 62 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at the UK Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky, she was our momma, our life, and our glue.
She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on August 15, 1962 the daughter of the late Lander and Vina (Davis) Maxwell. Her most important calling on this earth was to...
Charles "Charlie" Edward Strunk
Jul 28, 2025
Charles “Charlie” Edward Strunk, age 81 years, of Stearns, Kentucky died Monday, July 28, 2025 at his home.
He was born in McCreary County, Kentucky on April 9, 1944 the son of the late John Riley and Nannie (Coffey) Strunk. Charlie had worked at Larry’s Mini Mart for 52 years, enjoyed watching NASCAR, Kentucky Basketball, spending time with family, and had...
Jonathan Edward Dewayne Bennett
Jul 27, 2025
Jonathan Edward Dewayne Bennett, age 26 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Sunday, July 27, 2025 at his home.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on July 12, 1999 the son of Darrell Murphy and Dora (Bennett) Murphy. Jonathan had been a stocker for Wal-Mart, he enjoyed playing video games, being with friends, rapping, and listening to Eminem.
He is preceded in...
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