Obituaries
James Edward Strunk
Sep 7, 2020
James Edward Strunk, age 66 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Monday, September 7, 2020 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on June 1, 1954 the son of Emby Strunk and Nell (Pryor) Bryant. James loved playing his drums, helping at the Dairy Bar with the girls who became like family,...
Joyce A Vanover
Aug 30, 2020
Joyce A. Keith Vanover, daughter of the late Paul Keith and Sarah Nevels Bryant, age 60 years, 4 months and 19 days of Whitley City, KY., died Sunday, August 30, 2020 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, KY.
She was born on April 12, 1960 in Jellico, Tennessee, Joyce was a homemaker, she enjoyed singing, camping and fishing, but...
Albert William Blankenbach, Jr.
Aug 26, 2020
Albert William Blankenbach, Jr. age 69, of Taylor, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2020.
He was born October 11, 1950 The son of Albert William Louis Blankenbach, Sr and Mary (Slezinger) Blankenbach.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He was a Loving Husband, Partner and Soul Mate to Susan for 40 years; adoring Brother to Maryann...
Ledford Bryant
Aug 24, 2020
Ledford Bryant, age 92 years, of Cincinnati, Ohio died August 24, 2020.
He was born in Whitley City, Kentucky on January 11, 1928 the son of Eddy and Josie (Patrick) Bryant. Ledford had served his country in the US Army.
He is precede in death by his parents; wife, Ernie Bryant; brothers, Eckle Bryant, Fred Bryant, Lander Bryant, and Clyde...
Kathie Sue Sexton
Aug 23, 2020
Kathie Sue Garland Sexton, widow of Richard Theodore Sexton, age 58 years, of Oneida, Tennessee died Sunday, August 23, 2020 at Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, TN.
She was born on July 31, 1962 in Cincinnati, Ohio., Kathie was a homemaker, she enjoyed watching movies, but her greatest joy was her family and loved ones. In addition to her husband,...
Bob Waters
Aug 20, 2020
Robert “Bob” Waters, husband and life long companion of Mary Hutchinson Waters, passed from this life on August 20, 2020 at his home in Whitley City, Kentucky.
He was born January 24, 1935 the son of the late Mark L. and Dora Helen Richmond Waters. He loved fishing, hunting, camping, and 4-wheeling, but his greatest joy was spending time with...
CHRISTINE BURTON
Aug 17, 2020
Christine (Hollis) Burton, age 61, wife of David Lee Burton, passed away Monday, August 17, 2020, at her home in Pine Knot, Kentucky.
Born on May 12, 1959, in Marshes Siding, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Glen and Pearl (Williams) Hollis. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by a grandchild, Mike Bradley Garland and three...
Melisa "Lisa" Gail Parriman
Aug 10, 2020
Melisa “Lisa” Gail Parriman, age 53 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died August 10, 2020 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
She was born in Grant County, Kentucky on February 6, 1967 the daughter of Robert and Zelphia “Irene” (Perry) Brooks. Lisa had worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at the Somerset Nursing and Rehab, was a...
Stephanie "Nene" Elaine Ball
Jul 29, 2020
Stephanie “Nene” Elaine Ball, age 54 years, of Pine Knot, Kentucky died Wednesday July 29, 2020 at the Baptist Health of Corbin.
She was born in Somerset, Kentucky on August 31, 1965 the daughter of Mearle Jones and Geraldine Cox. Stephanie was a homemaker, member of the Whitley City Church of God, loved motorcycles, Kentucky Basketball, but especially her grandchildren.
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Lloyd Wesley Lewis
Jul 19, 2020
Lloyd Wesley Lewis, age 100 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Sunday, July 19, 2020 at the Oneida Nursing and Rehab Center in Oneida, Tennessee.
He was born January 17, 1920 in Parkers Lake, Kentucky the son of Roy W. and Artie (Hamblin) Lewis. Lloyd had been the owner of a restaurant and pool hall, and was a member of...
Clonia Hale
Jul 15, 2020
Clonia (Staley) Hale, age 79 years, of Cincinnati, Ohio formerly of McCreary County, died Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at the Christ Hospital in Cincinnati.
She was born May 22, 1941 in Beulah Heights, Kentucky the daughter of Pal and Dovie (Taylor) Staley. Clonia had worked as a machine operator, enjoyed bingo, crocheting, and cooking.
She is preceded in death by...
William "Bob" Robert Vanover
Jul 13, 2020
William "Bob" Robert Vanover, age 86 years, of Pleasant Plains, Ohio formerly of McCreary County died Monday, July 13, 2020.
He was born September 19, 1933 in Honeybee, Kentucky the son of Everett and Laura (Bolton) Vanover. Robert had worked as a machine operator for US Playing Cards, was a member of the Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, enjoyed bluegrass festivals,...
Betty Lee Sellers
Jul 12, 2020
Betty Lee Sellers, age 80 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Sunday, July 12, 2020 at her son’s home in Waco, Kentucky.
She was born May 26, 1940 in McCreary County, Kentucky the daughter of Fount and Flossie (Bryant) Perry. Betty was a homemaker, member of the Greenwood Missionary Baptist Church, enjoyed puzzles books and Crafts.
She is preceded in...
Jody Daugherty
Jul 10, 2020
Gary Lee “Jody” Daugherty, age 60 years, of Stearns, Kentucky, died Friday, July 10, 2020 at his home.
He was born September 16, 1959 the son of Mildred Spradlin Daugherty and the late Ray Daugherty. Jody had worked as a drywall installer for Midwest Drywall Company. He enjoyed playing golf, softball, basketball and watching NASCAR.
In addition to his father,...
JAMES PATRICK FOX
Jul 10, 2020
James "Jimmy" Patrick Fox, age 52, of Strunk, Kentucky, passed away Friday, July 10, 2020.
He was born on January 15, 1968, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to John and Ann (Winter) Fox. He is preceded in death by his father.
Surviving family include his mother, Ann Fox of Venice, Florida, his girlfriend Christina Colston of Strunk, a granddaughter, Lillyaona Harding of...
JOYCE ANN ADKINS
Jul 8, 2020
Joyce Ann Adkins, age 72, of Pine Knot, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020, in Parkers Lake, Kentucky.
She was born in Dayton, Tennessee, on October 25, 1947, to the late Joseph Henry and Eva Mae (Lewis) Hill. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Herman Adkins, a brother Danny Hill, and two sisters: Becky...
Donnie Glen Douglas
Jul 8, 2020
Donnie Glen Douglas, age 67 years, of Hayes Creek Community died Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at his home.
He was born February 22, 1953 the son of Lansford Douglas and Jessie (Lawson) Douglas. Donnie had worked Heavy Equipment in Surface Mining, and was a member of the Trinity Temple Church of God. He enjoyed playing his guitar, looking for ginseng,...
Cheryl Ann Gregory
Jul 6, 2020
Cheryl Ann Gregory, age 52 years, of Stearns, Kentucky died Monday, July 6, 2020 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
She was born in Somerset, Kentucky on May 17, 1968 the daughter of Carlos Troxell and Shirley Ball. Cheryl had attended the Hilltop Baptist Church and loved her grandchildren.
Her parents precede her in death.
Survivors include...
William "Wild Bill" Hal Kennedy
Jul 6, 2020
William “Wild Bill” Hal Kennedy, age 67 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died July 6, 2020 at his home.
He was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 4, 1952 the son of Elgin and Mary Ellen (Barnett) Kennedy. Bill had worked as a roofer, had served his country in the US Army, enjoyed fishing, horse trading, but most importantly his...

Merandy Wilson
Jul 5, 2020
Merandy Wilson, age 86 years, of Frankfort, Kentucky died Sunday, July 5, 2020 at the Bradford Square Nursing Home in Frankfort.
She was born in McCreary County, Kentucky on May 24, 1934 the daughter of Dallas and Loretta Perry. Merandy had worked for the State of Kentucky as a Custodian, enjoyed watching college sports, and loved her grandchildren and family.
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