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Harold E. Mcnew

Harold E. Mcnew

Jul 8, 2020

Harold E. McNew, 85, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 in Corbin. Harold was born in Laurel County, KY, a son of the late Orville and Myrtle Gaines McNew. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Verlie Ledington McNew; son, Edward "Eddie" Hodge; and brothers, Rollie and Jack McNew. He is survived by his nieces and...

Donald Brent Root

Donald Brent Root

Jul 8, 2020

Donald Brent Root, born August 19, 1937, passed away on July 8, 2020. Donald was born in Corbin, KY and was the son of Anderson and Lottie (Corn) Root. Upon graduating from St. Camillus High School, in 1955, he moved to Louisville, KY and started his 43 year career with the L&N Railroad/CSX Transportation. In 1956 he married his...

Glenna R. Farmer

Glenna R. Farmer

Jul 3, 2020

Glenna R. Farmer, 80, formerly of Harlan, KY passed away Friday, July 3, 2020 at her home near Cincinnati, OH. She was a daughter of the late Nolan and Pearl Alsip, and wife of the late Homer S. Farmer. Survivors include three children: Rocky Farmer, Randy Farmer, and Donna Bryant; and two granddaughters, Amanda and Jessica Bryant. A graveside...

Keith C Johnson

Keith C Johnson

Jul 2, 2020

Keith C. Johnson, age 95, of Corbin, passed away on Thursday July 2, 2020 in Corbin. He was born in Knox County and was a salesman and owner of Johnson Used Cars. Keith was a US Navy veteran and a Bible Scholar. He was a former deacon at Calvary Baptist Church and a Sunday School Teacher. Keith was also...

Everette "Gene" Marcum

Everette "Gene" Marcum

Jun 30, 2020

Everette "Gene" Marcum, age 69, of Corbin, KY, formerly of Middlesboro, KY, passed away on Tuesday June 30, 2020 at Hillcrest Health and Rehabilitation in Corbin. He was born in Middlesboro, KY, a son to the late Jess Willard Marcum and Dollie Howerton Marcum. Gene was retired from the former Cumberland Gap Provisions. In addition to his parents, he...

Jonathan Noah 'Johnny' White Sr.

Jonathan Noah 'Johnny' White Sr.

Jun 30, 2020

Jonathan Noah "Johnny" White Sr., age 60, of Gray, Ky, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at his home. He was the son of the late Melvin and Freda White. Johnny worked as a brick mason and was a horse enthusiast. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his 3 Brothers, Melvin White Jr., Harvey...

Robert Wayne 'Bob' Simpson

Robert Wayne 'Bob' Simpson

Jun 29, 2020

Robert Wayne "Bob" Simpson, affectionately known as "Dad" to his children, "Poppy" to his grandchildren, "Honey" to his wife, and "Bobby" to his folks in Indiana, passed away on June 29, 2020 at the age of 75. He was a member of Poplar Grove Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vearl and Eva Simpson, his...

Goldie Kathleen Johnson

Goldie Kathleen Johnson

Jun 26, 2020

Goldie Kathleen Johnson, age 96, of Corbin, passed away on Friday June 26, 2020 in Corbin. She was preceded in death by her Daughter, Gayle Ann Cobb; Grandson, Allen Johnson; Parents, Robert and Mattie Elam; Sisters, Lona Donaldson, Imogene Donaldson, Evelyn Asher, and Murrell Elam; and by her Brothers, Earl, Chester, Raymond, Charles, and Jack Elam. Goldie is survived...

Dr. Richard F. Park, M.D.

Dr. Richard F. Park, M.D.

Jun 24, 2020

Dr. Richard F. Park, M.D., age 79, passed away on June 24th, 2020, surrounded by loved ones at his home in Corbin after an extended illness. He was born on June 1, 1941 in Pineville, KY, the son of the late Martha Lois and James L. Park. Dr. Park had a distinguished medical career, practicing family medicine in Corbin,...

Braydyn Michael Bryant

Braydyn Michael Bryant

Jun 23, 2020

Braydyn Michael Bryant, age 6, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 in London, KY. Born in Jellico, Tennessee, Braydyn was the son of Kenneth Gianbolvo, Jr. and Amber Bryant. He was preceded in death by his great-grandma Margie Perkins and great-grandpa Ben Rose. In addition to his parents, Braydyn is survived by his brother Carter Pipkin; grandparents James...

David F. Thaler

David F. Thaler

Jun 22, 2020

David F. Thaler, 73, of Corbin, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2020 at his home. Born in Jellico, Tennessee, David was the son of the late Frank Vincent Thaler and Dema Carr Thaler. He had devoted 38 years to teaching and coaching in public schools in Georgia. He had coached basketball, soccer, track and baseball. He was a...

Anna Monhollen Flamont

Anna Monhollen Flamont

Jun 18, 2020

Anna Jacqueline Monhollen Flamont, age 87, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Baptist Health in Lexington. She was born in Corbin, KY, to the late Edward and Mary Williams Monhollen. Anna was a homemaker and attended Oak Grove Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Van...

Gladys G Allen

Gladys G Allen

Jun 18, 2020

Gladys G. Allen, age 75, of Corbin, passed away on Thursday June 18, 2020 at Baptist Health in Corbin. She was born in Harlan County and was preceded in death by her Sons, Troy Robbins and Randy Baker; Father, Harley Robbins; Mother, Maudie Alsip Cook; and a Sister, Jean Robinson. Gladys is survived by her Husband, Ernest Allen, and...

Louise Harmon

Louise Harmon

Jun 18, 2020

Louise Harmon went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 18, 2020. She passed away peacefully in her home. She was born May 18, 1929 to Alonzo and Ola Payton. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Louise is preceded in death by her husband of 64 years Harold Harmon, son Richard Harmon, her parents,...

Trinity Shayanne Askins

Trinity Shayanne Askins

Jun 15, 2020

Trinity Shayanne Askins, 3 months, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2020 at UKMC in Lexington, KY. Trinity was the infant daughter of Rebecca Inman and Travis Askins. In addition to her parents, Trinity is survived by three siblings: Malachi, Nacole, and Xavier; maternal grandparents: Jerry Inman and Sandra Branam, and Cindy Dizney; maternal great-grandparents: Linda Inman and the...

Deana Kay Storms

Deana Kay Storms

Jun 15, 2020

Deana Kay French Storms, age 59, of Corbin, passed away on Monday June 15, 2020 at her home. She was a homemaker who loved being with and helping to care for her granddaughters. Deana enjoyed flowers and watching birds. She was preceded in death by her Father, Russell G. French; Grandparents, R.G and Elizabeth French and Clarence and Susie...

Donald E. Knuckles

Donald E. Knuckles

Jun 15, 2020

Donald Eugene Knuckles, age 65, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday June 15, 2020 at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington. Born in Corbin, KY, he was a graduate of Whitley County High School and was a retired painter. Donnie was preceded in death by his Wife, Belinda Ellen Hurd Knuckles; Parents, Walter and Sally Knuckles, and Sister in...

Delbert North

Delbert North

Jun 10, 2020

Delbert North, 81, of Corbin, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at Baptist Health in Corbin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gillis and Gracie Saylor North; Wife, Darlene North; Daughter, Mary Jean Taylor; Grandson, Kevin North; and by 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Delbert was a man of faith and attended Gray Pentecostal Church. He...

Wayne Baker

Wayne Baker

Jun 10, 2020

Logan Wayne Baker, 88, returned to his Heavenly home on June 10th, 2020 after lifelong devotion to God, family and country. Wayne was born to the late Walter and Thelma Baker in Knox County, Kentucky on November 20, 1931. After graduating from Knox Central High School, he went on to Eastern Kentucky University to receive his bachelors in mathematics...

Hershell Hill

Hershell Hill

Jun 5, 2020

Hershell Hill, age 80, of Corbin, Kentucky passed away on Friday June 5, 2020 at Baptist Health in Corbin. He was born in Charleston, West Viriginia a son to the late John Hill and Opal Dent Hill. Hershell was a retired truck driver having worked for Griffin Pie Co. and for Ryder. He was a member of Hopewell Baptist...

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