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Denver Young

Denver Young

Sep 15, 2024

Denver "Doc" Lee Young, age 69, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024.

"Doc" was a man of many friendships, with a heart as large as the Kentucky skies he roamed. Born on September 4, 1955, in Corbin, KY, he graced the lives of those around him with his warm smile and welcoming personality. He found...

Lisa Ann Smith

Lisa Ann Smith

Sep 14, 2024

Lisa Ann Smith, age 58, of Keavy, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Baptist Health in Lexington, Kentucky.

Born in Corbin, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Leland "Bonnie" Gregory and Nellie Burns Hollingsworth Gregory.  Lisa was a homemaker who loved her family, especially her grandbabies.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Jeannette Howard

Jeannette Howard

Sep 14, 2024

Jeannette Jewell Howard, age 54, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024.

A beloved wife, mother, daughter, and teacher at Oak Grove Elementary. Jeannette was born on January 27, 1970, in Sidney, Ohio, the daughter of the late Ronnie Jewell and Marlene Owens Jewell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Pamela Shyrene (Hooper) Roark

Pamela Shyrene (Hooper) Roark

Sep 9, 2024

Pamela Shyrene (Hooper) Roark, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024, at the age of 66. 

She was born on March 16, 1958, in Corbin, KY, the daughter of the late Libby Hooper. 

Pamela dedicated her life to caring for her family, excelling in her role as a homemaker. Her love knew no bounds, and her compassion touched all...

Shirley Jacqueline Parman

Shirley Jacqueline Parman

Sep 5, 2024

Shirley J. Parman, age 88, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024, at the Villages of Lake Highlands senior care center in Dallas, TX.

She was born on January 7, 1936, in Kenvir, KY to William (Bill) and Mabeth

Grant. She was raised and educated in Corbin and is a graduate of Corbin

High School. Shirley and her husband Leroy Parman are registered members

of...

Debra Gail Garland

Debra Gail Garland

Sep 4, 2024

Debra Gail Garland, age 62, of Barbourville, Kentucky, formerly of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at Barbourville ARH.

Born in Corbin, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Junior Moore and Carolyn Steely Moore.  Debra was a retired store manager for Save A Lot in Barbourville.  She loved to watch scary movies and true crime stories...

Maudie Campbell

Maudie Campbell

Sep 2, 2024

Maudie Campbell, age 91, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024, at the Heritage in Corbin.

Born in Faber, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Charlie Claxton and Lola Watson Claxton.  Maudie was Baptist by faith and held her membership at Oak Grove Baptist Church in Corbin.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Connie Lynn Mabe

Connie Lynn Mabe

Aug 29, 2024

Connie Lynn Mabe, age 65, of Keavy, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the UK Medical Center, Hospice Care Center, in Lexington, Kentucky.

She was a retired forklift operator, at CTA in Corbin where she had worked for 25 years. Connie loved to travel and especially enjoyed going to the ocean. Her family was her life, and she...

Rachel Coates Meeks

Rachel Coates Meeks

Aug 28, 2024

Rachel Coates Meeks, age 96 , of Lexington, Kentucky, and formerly of Corbin, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at Baptist Health in Lexington.

Born in Ashland, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Aaron Coates and Zelia Rice Coates. Rachel was a long-time member of the First Christian Church in Corbin, and a charter member of Beta Sigma...

Charles "Chuck" Gambrell

Charles "Chuck" Gambrell

Aug 27, 2024

Charles "Chuck" Gambrell, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2024, at his home in Corbin, KY. 

Born on September 5, 1959, in Louisville, Kentucky, Chuck led a fulfilling life as a dedicated mechanist at CSX railroad. He was an active member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Corbin, especially with the youth. He was...

Phyllis Ann Creech

Phyllis Ann Creech

Aug 27, 2024

Phyllis Ann Creech, age 83, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Baptist Health in Lexington.

Born in St. Albans, West Virginia, she was a daughter of the late Clarence Sanson and Ida Ethel Womack Sanson. Ann was an owner/operator of Creech Tile in Corbin where she worked with her husband. She was a member of Central...

Gary Lee Jackson

Gary Lee Jackson

Aug 24, 2024

Gary Lee Jackson, age 58, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024, at Norton Pavillion Hospital in Louisville, KY. 

Gary's zest for life was infectious, and he had a unique ability to find joy in the simple pleasures of life. His hobbies showcased his diverse interests and talents. Gary's love for fishing mirrored his patience and tenacity. His...

John Delbert Thomas

John Delbert Thomas

Aug 22, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of John D. Thomas, affectionately known as "Boz", “J.D.”, and “John D”, was born on October 8, 1936, in Louisville, Kentucky, and passed away on August 22, 2024, at his home in Corbin, Kentucky surrounded by his loving family and friends. 

John was a dedicated family man and a proud veteran,...

Stella Martin

Stella Martin

Aug 19, 2024

Stella Mae (Eaton) Martin, born March 15, 1949, in Keavy, Kentucky, went home to be with her heavenly father after a long illness on Monday, August 19, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones at her home.

Stella was the daughter of Gale Felix Eaton and Nancy Jane (Vanover) Eaton of Keavy,

Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her...

Olive  B.  Scott

Olive B. Scott

Aug 17, 2024

Olive B. Scott, age 84, of Gray, Kentucky, passed away at her home on Saturday morning, August 17, 2024.

She was born in Knott County, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Coy Banks and Mattie Combs Banks. Olive was a homemaker and attended Poplar Grove Baptist Church in Corbin.

In addition...

Claude  Blaine Benfield

Claude Blaine Benfield

Aug 16, 2024

Claude Blaine Benfield, 64, of Lily, KY, went peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Friday, August 16, 2024.

Born in London, KY, Blaine was the son of Donald Lawrence and Anna Ruth Benfield, both of whom preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife, Michelle; children, Barbara...

Carl Edward  Ellison

Carl Edward Ellison

Aug 15, 2024

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.

Carl Edward Ellison, was born on September 15, 1953, and departed this life on Thursday August 15, 2024, being 70 years and 11 months of age.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Cheslie...

Wanda L.  Estep

Wanda L. Estep

Aug 15, 2024

Wanda Louise Estep, nee Lea, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024. She was born in Falmouth, KY, the daughter of the late Ernest and Hallie Lea.

Wanda was a homemaker and a member of Woodbine Christian Church. She loved spending time with family, her friends, and especially her dogs (most recently her Yorkie, Bella,...

Cecil Mae Mabe

Cecil Mae Mabe

Aug 12, 2024

Cecil Mae Mabe, age 79, of Little Indian Creek in Woodbine, passed away on Monday August 12, 2024, at her home.

She was born in Pineville, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Cecil and Belle Mills. Cecil was a retired forklift operator from CTA Acoustics having worked for over 35years. Cecil loved being with her...

Samya Lasha Strozier

Samya Lasha Strozier

Aug 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Samya Lasha Strozier. Born on April 4, 2014, in Lexington, KY, Samya tragically left this world on August 5, 2024, in an unfortunate accident in Corbin, KY. She was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, student, and friend.

Samya was a...

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