Obituaries
Connie L. Eagle
Feb 20, 2025
Connie L. Eagle, age 68, of Gray, KY, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at St. Joseph London.
Born in Detroit, MI, she was the daughter of the late Denzel Parker Hughes and Lodie Irene Hughes. A compassionate soul, Connie was a beacon of supportive love and unwavering generosity in the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. Her...
Charles S. Hensley
Feb 18, 2025
Charles S. Hensley, of Gray, Kentucky, passed away on February 18, 2025, leaving a legacy of love, inspiration, and endearing memories.
Charles was a man of unwavering faith and lived his life guided by his Christian beliefs. He was a dedicated electrician and carpenter, whose work ethic was only surpassed by his vast talents and love for his family. Notably, he...
Keith A. Sparks
Feb 18, 2025
Keith A. Sparks, age 56, of Rockholds, KY, passed away at Baptist Health Corbin, on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
In the vibrant tapestry of life, adventurous souls leave the most brilliant threads. One such soul, Keith, has left us with a vibrant legacy of dedication, love, and resilience. Keith's adventurous spirit shone like a beacon, whether he was four-wheeling, shooting, or...
Jimmy Wayne Hibbard
Feb 17, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Jimmy Hibbard, who passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, in Muncie, Indiana.
Born in Rushville, IN on March 26, 1971, Jimmy was a radiant light and a pillar of strength to all who had the privilege of knowing him. Jimmy's life was characterized by his deep...
Heather Renee Mabe Williams
Feb 16, 2025
Heather Renee Mabe Williams, age 42, of London, KY, passed on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at U.K. Medical Center in Lexington, KY.
Born to thirst for knowledge, Heather attained a bachelor's degree in wildlife management from Eastern Kentucky University. She carried this same drive into her career, as an accountant at WebSphere. Then later explored a more hands-on healing approach as...
Harris W. Smallwood
Feb 16, 2025
Harris W. Smallwood, age 71, of Caryville, TN, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2025, at Tennova-LaFollette Medical Center.
Born in Corbin, KY, he was the son of the late Robert C. Smallwood and Jeanette McHargue Bryant. Harris was a veteran of the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he worked as a truck...
Shirley B. Taylor Jump
Feb 16, 2025
Shirley B. Taylor Jump, age 87, of Corbin, KY, passed on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Barbourville Health and Rehabilitation.
Born in Corbin, she was the daughter of the late Roscoe Taylor and Martha Jones Taylor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Conny Jump.
Shirley, a creative soul, enjoyed painting and quilting. Her garden,...
Audrey Aileen Norvell
Feb 14, 2025
Audrey Aileen Mullins Norvell was born on December 22, 1929, in Watch, KY, she was a woman of faith, joy, and boundless energy. After 95 beautiful years, she left this world on February 14, 2025.
Audrey was a devoted member of Lynn Camp Baptist Church since the age of 14, and her faith was a guiding light throughout her life. As...
Donna Morgan Davis
Feb 11, 2025
Donna K Morgan Davis passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin after a hard-fought battle with COPD.
Donna was the youngest child of Joseph Asher and Mona Wills Morgan, born to them on September 21, 1938, in Woodbine, Ky.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents, her siblings; Marie Hutchison and husband Noel, Ralph Morgan, Mildred Paul and...
Janie Marie Grubb
Feb 8, 2025
Janie Marie Grubb, age 63, of Woodbine, KY, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Rockcastle Regional Hospital.
Born in Manchester, KY, she was the daughter of the late George Brumley and Nettie Smith Brumley. Family was the cornerstone of Janie's existence; she was a devoted wife, a nurturing mother, a doting grandmother, and an adored great grandmother. Her tender...
Caroline Ann Lenhardt
Feb 3, 2025
Caroline Ann Lenhardt, age 76, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Monday February 3, 2025, at Baptist Health in Corbin.
She was born in South Dakota, and was a retired clerk with the department of motor vehicles.
Caroline was preceded in death by her parents, Ernie Jerde and Lenora Davenport Jerde; and is survived by her two children, Bonnie Smith and Bruce...
Bobbie Ann Melton
Feb 3, 2025
Bobbie Ann "Babe" Melton, age 84 of Corbin, Kentucky, was born on April 17, 1940, in Kayjay, Kentucky, and passed away on February 3, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Bobbie was a woman of incomparable strength, compassion, and grace. She was a homemaker whose life was spent working beside her husband where she was affectionately known as...
Shiela Denise Tenpenny
Feb 2, 2025
Shiela Denise Tenpenny passed away on February 2, 2025, at her home in Fairfax, Ohio. Born on January 5, 1961, in Cincinnati, OH.
Shiela Denise was a beacon of light who touched the lives of many with her kind heart, unwavering resilience, and exceptional humor, leaving behind a legacy filled with valuable lessons and unforgettable memories that will continue to inspire...
William "Bill" Karl Born
Feb 1, 2025
William “Bill” Karl Born, 79 of Knoxville, TN, formerly of Corbin, KY, passed away peacefully in his sleep, on February 1st, 2025. He was born in Hamilton, OH to Albert & Theresia Born.
Bill was a member of New Hope Ministries Church of God in Corbin, KY. He worked for many years at National Standard, where he retired. He loved basketball...
Charles Martin
Jan 29, 2025
Charles Andrew Martin, age 22, of Corbin, Kentucky, was born in London, KY, on January 25, 2003, and passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in Corbin, Kentucky.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Christine Newby, Willie and Thelma Marin; and by his step-grandparents, Lou and Ruby Wescott.
Charles is survived by his wife, Patience Martin; father, William Martin and...
John David Holbrook
Jan 25, 2025
John David Holbrook, was born in Corbin, Kentucky, on April 20, 1958, and found eternal peace on Saturday, January 25, 2025.
He was retired from sales having held many sales positions throughout the area. John was a member of West Corbin Baptist Church and a Kentucky Colonel.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Terri Houk Holbrook; daughter, Brittney Cassin (Matthew); son...
Thomas Champe Greis, Jr.
Jan 25, 2025
Thomas Champe Greis, Jr., died at home on Saturday, January 25, 2025, after a long illness. He was born June 28, 1952, in Lexington, KY, the son of Thomas Champe Greis, Sr., and Ann Barron Greis.
Champe graduated from Tates Creek High School, Class of 1970. Following graduation, he attended Cumberland College and graduated in 1975, majoring in Elementary Education and...
Elva Farley Perry
Jan 24, 2025
Elva Farley Perry, age 93, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin.
Born in Leslie County, KY, she was the daughter of the late Henry Farley and Tanna Day Farley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Morgan Perry; son, Larry Lee Perry; granddaughter, Kelly Perry; and siblings,...
Larry Gene Mims
Jan 24, 2025
Larry Gene Mims, age 82, of London, Kentucky joined his Heavenly Father on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Hillcrest Health and Rehabilitation Center in Corbin.
Born in Clanton, Alabama on April 4, 1942. He served in the Air Force before finding his way to Corbin, Kentucky. It is here that he found the love of his life Judy. They shared 59...
Jack Allen McQueen
Jan 23, 2025
Jack Allen McQueen, age 58, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, KY.
Jack was a man of many talents, his passion for cars standing out prominently, especially his cherished Mustangs, which he cared for with a dedication that was nothing short of inspiring. His creativity was not limited to his love...
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