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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....

Doris G. Goins

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

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

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

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

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...

Noel Jeffrey Bryant

Noel Jeffrey Bryant

Jan 11, 2024

Noel Jeffrey Bryant, age 62 years, of Stearns, Kentucky died Thursday, January 11, 2024 at the Big Southfork Medical Center in Oneida, Tennessee.

He was born in Stearns, Kentucky on August 22, 1961 the son of Norman H. “Purt” and Mary Jo (Koger) Bryant. Jeff had worked in maintenance for OVC and was a of the Church of God Faith.

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Timothy Wayne Cordell

Timothy Wayne Cordell

Jan 3, 2024

      Timothy Wayne Cordell, age 54 years of Stearns, Kentucky diedWednesday, January 3, 2024 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital inSomerset, Kentucky.He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on August 14, 1969, the son of thelate Jack and Judy (Duncan) Cordell.  He was of the Baptist faith,enjoyed watching UK Basketball, eating good food, playing withDominos, but he especially enjoyed spending...

Dale Douglas Graham

Dale Douglas Graham

Jan 2, 2024

Dale Douglas Graham, age 70 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died January 2, 2024 at his home.

He was born in Salno, California on February 10, 1953 the son of Lt. Col. Jim and Helda (Dunphy) Graham. He was a foster and adoptive father to a number of Children, an artist and sculptor with works in museums across the United States,...

Charles Austin Perry

Charles Austin Perry

Jan 2, 2024

Charles Austin Perry, age 46 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at the UK Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.

He was born in Somerset, Kentucky the son of Charles Ray and Beriella (Bryant) Perry.

His grandparents, Charlie and Laura (Cox) Perry and Vernon and Pearl (Cloud) Bryant precede him in death.

Survivors include his parents, Charles Ray...

Carl Eugene Wright

Carl Eugene Wright

Dec 29, 2023

Carl Eugene Wright, age 65 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Friday, December 29, 2023 at the Ephraim McDowell Hospital in Danville, Kentucky.

He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on May 29, 1958 the son of Carl Dean and Alice (Betts) Wright. Carl had worked on a dairy farm and was a member of the City of Refuge Church.

Survivors...

Larry A. Monday

Larry A. Monday

Dec 26, 2023

 

 

In Loving Memory of Larry Alan Monday 

On December 26, 2023, at the age of 79, we bid farewell to Larry Alan Monday, born on February 1, 1944, in Tiffin, Ohio. Larry was the 2nd son of John Witcher Monday of Whitley City, KY, and Bonnie Sigmund of Tiffin, Ohio, and was joyously welcomed into the world by...

Don Ray "Butch" Staffey

Don Ray "Butch" Staffey

Dec 23, 2023

 

Don Ray (Butch) Staffey Departed this life on December 23, 2023 at his home in Clark Hollow Community of McCreary County, Kentucky. Don passed peacefully surrounded by his family and friends.

Don Ray (Butch) Staffey was born in Scott County, Tennessee and had attained the age of 77 years and 11 months at his time of departure. Don was...

Rhoda Pauline Partin

Rhoda Pauline Partin

Dec 14, 2023

Rhoda Pauline Partin, age 72 years, of Fairfield, Ohio died Thursday, December 14, 2023 at the Glen Meadows in Fairfield, Ohio.

She was born in Sawyer, Kentucky on November 24, 1951 the daughter of Virgil and Ethel Mae (Perry) Keith. Pauline had been a Gift Shop Clerk at the Cumberland Falls State Park.

Her parents; husband, James Partin; daughter, Joy...

Ivan Wade Mason

Ivan Wade Mason

Dec 13, 2023

Ivan Wade Mason, age 63 years, of Strunk, Kentucky died Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at the Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee.

 He was born in Monticello, Kentucky on June 1, 1960 the son of Everett and Bonnie (Denny) Mason. Wade had worked as a radio announcer and attended the Good Shepherd Catholic Chapel.  He was in the Wolf...

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