Obituaries
Patricia Ann Campbell
Jan 3, 2025
Patricia Ann Campbell, age 61 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Friday, January 3, 2025 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
She was born in Whitley County, Kentucky on March 21, 1963 the daughter of Arnold Morgan and Marie (Vanover) Hamilton. Patricia had worked for Somerset Recycling and enjoyed going to the flea market, cooking and making various...
Lonzo "Lonnie" Ross, Jr.
Jan 2, 2025
Lonzo “Lonnie” Ross, Jr., age 66 years, of Strunk, Kentucky died Thursday, January 2, 2025 at the UK Bluegrass Hospice Care Center in Lexington, Kentucky.
Lonnie was born in Jellico, Tennessee on July 7, 1958 the son of Lonzo and Louise (King) Ross. He was a retired coal miner and owned a construction company along with his two sons. Lonnie loved...
Karen Sue Ridenour
Dec 31, 2024
Karen Sue Ridenour, age 69 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at her home.
She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on February 20, 1955 the daughter of the late Rodney Gumm and Mary Ellen Stone. Karen had worked as a housekeeper for the Cumberland Falls State Park, and enjoyed shopping and yard sales.
In addition to her parents,...
Vicky Lynn Strunk
Dec 29, 2024
Vicky Lynn Strunk, age 66 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Sunday, December 29, 2024 at her home.
She was born February 16, 1958 in Noblesville, Indiana the daughter of Gilbert Strunk, Jr. and the late Linda L. (Cady) Strunk. Vicky had worked in stock for Walmart and enjoyed flowers, camping, fishing, and crocheting.
In addition to her mother, she is preceded...
Helen Bowling
Dec 29, 2024
Helen Bowling, age 74 years, of Winfield, Tennessee died Sunday, December 29, 2024 at the Huntsville Manor in Huntsville, Tennessee.
She was born in Scott County, Tennessee on August 20, 1950 the daughter of the late Ernest and Irene Frances (Strunk) Crabtree. Helen had been a d sewing machine operator for Tennier and ABC. She was of the Baptist Faith, enjoyed...
Myrtle Belle Brooks
Dec 22, 2024
Myrtle Belle Brooks, age 67 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Sunday, December 22, 2024 at the Big Southfork Medical Center in Oneida, Tennessee.
She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on October 6, 1957 the daughter of the late Frank Bolin and Goldie (Gage) Bolin Eagleton. Myrtle had worked as a CNA and enjoyed nature by hiking, fishing, and camping.
In addition...
Jean Worley
Dec 19, 2024
Jean Worley, age 95 years, of the Smithtown Community died Thursday, December 19, 2024 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
Jean was born in Whitley City, Kentucky on September 13, 1929 the daughter of the late Wiley and Bessie (Grant) Foster. She had been a supervisor at the Shirt Factory and Cook in the McCreary County School System...
Reba Dean McCoy
Dec 12, 2024
Reba Dean McCoy, age 81 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Thursday, December 12, 2024 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
She was born in White Oak Junction, Kentucky on August 24, 1943 the daughter of the late Kelly and Dinah (Frady) Watson. Reba had been a homemaker and member of the Oak Grove United Baptist Church. Playing...
Pat Souleyrette
Dec 8, 2024
Pat Souleyrette, age 73 years, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky died Sunday, December 8, 2024 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on December 30, 1950 the son of Lloyd E. and Wilma K. (Upchurch) Souleyrette. Pat had been a truck driver and a member of the Walker’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church and Greenwood...
Robert Elledy Gable
Nov 29, 2024
Robert Elledy Gable, a distinguished Republican leader and business executive, passed away on Friday, November 29th, at Baptist Health in Lexington, Kentucky. A longtime resident of Frankfort, Kentucky, Gable was a dedicated public servant, the Republican nominee for Governor in 1975, and the chairman of the Republican Party of Kentucky for seven years. He also led The Stearns Coal and...

Ruby J. Prewitt
Nov 28, 2024
Ruby J. Prewitt, age 73 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Thursday, November 28, 2024 at her home.
She was born in Pike County, Kentucky on September 21, 1951 the daughter of the late James Fred and Reba (Rose) Branham. Ruby had worked for Campbell Soup Company and enjoyed hiking, quilting and gardening.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in...
Michael Anthtony Perry
Nov 24, 2024
Michael Anthony Perry, age 57 years, of Goshen, Ohio died Sunday, November 24, 2024 at his home.
He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on September 5, 1967. Michael had worked as service technician for D.H. Pace, Inc. and was a member of the Eagle Creek United Baptist Church. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting, fishing, and was an avid bow shooter.
He...
Charles Denton Winchester
Nov 23, 2024
Charles “Charlie Pride” Denton Winchester, age 79, passed away early Saturday Morning, November 23, 2024, at Signature Health Care of McCreary County Kentucky. Charles was born in Beech Grove, Kentucky on October 7, 1945, and was the son of the late Clarence and Velva (Dobbs) Winchester. He was a member of the Old Beech Grove Baptist Church. Charles had worked...
Hilery Edward New
Nov 22, 2024
Hilery Edward New, age 86 years, of Florence, Kentucky died November 22, 2024 at the St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, Kentucky.
He was born in Stearns, Kentucky on July 15, 1938 the son of the late Rev. Isaac Samuel and Alcie Jane (Keith) New. Hilery was a loving son, husband, father, and grandfather. His main job was working with sheet metal,...
Judy Ann Chitwood
Nov 16, 2024
Judy Ann Chitwood, Age 77 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Saturday, November 16, 2024 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky.
She was born in McCreary County, Kentucky on January 7, 1947 the daughter of the late Carl and Melvola (Roberts) Young. Judy had been a hostess at the Cumberland Falls State Park and of the Baptist...
Teresa "Terri" Sue Fisher Wrenn
Nov 3, 2024
Teresa “Terri” Sue Fisher Wrenn, 63, passed away early Sunday morning November 3, 2024 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital.Terri was born in Hamilton County, Ohio to the late Richard and Barbara Winchester Fisher on January 10, 1961. She was a homemaker and loved her family more than anything. Terri loved life, and enjoyed attending live music concerts, bike...
Clara Frazier Smith
Nov 2, 2024
Clara Frazier Smith, age 81 years, of Whitley City, Kentucky died Saturday, November 2, 2024 at her home.
She was born in the Hen’s Nest Community of McCreary County, Kentucky on October 27, 1943 the daughter of the late Claymon and Allie (Bryant) Perry. Clara was of the Pentecostal Faith, and had worked in many local restaurants, the Shirt Factory, and...
Lenard "Peach" Dorman Gibson
Oct 29, 2024
Lenard “Peach” Dorman Gibson, age 72 years, of Pine Knot, Kentucky died Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Jellico, Tennessee on May 24, 1952 the son of the late Jack and Gracie (Smith) Gibson. Peach had been a registered nurse, was of the Full Gospel Faith, and served his country...
Roy "Buddy" Lee Phillips
Oct 29, 2024
Roy “Buddy” Lee Phillips, age 78 years, of Stearns, Kentucky was called home on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at his residence.
He was born in Cooperative, Kentucky on April 22, 1946 the son of the late Huey and Bertha (Hill) Phillips.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Boyce Dean Phillips; sisters, Bonnie Lou Phillips, Caroline...
Clara Adele (Hood) Clark
Oct 28, 2024
Clara Adele Clark, 77, of Parker City, Indiana passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on October 28th at her home.
Clara was married to the love of her life, Darrel Clark on December 5th 1975. They shared nearly 50 years together, of a life full of love.
Clara was born on August 25th, 1947 to Shirley & Cora Hood in Wilder...