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Lisa Denise Hall

Lisa Denise Hall

Oct 20, 2024

Lisa Denise Hall, was born on August 22, 1961, in Harlan, KY, She left us too soon on October 20, 2024, leaving a gap that can never be filled. A beacon of strength, love, and determination, Lisa lived her life with an infectious enthusiasm that touched all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her father, Eugene Gilbert; and...

Cheryl Bledsoe

Cheryl Bledsoe

Oct 19, 2024

Cheryl Lynn Bledsoe, age 61 of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Baptist Health in Corbin.

Born in Florida, she was preceded in death by her parents, Willie Griffith and Paula Owens, and by her brother Ronnie Willie Griffith.

Cheryl is survived by her children; Zachary Griffith (Gina), Greg Bledsoe (Glenna), Cody Bledsoe, and Lacey Bledsoe; grandchildren, Jordan...

Beulah Mae Rutherford

Beulah Mae Rutherford

Oct 19, 2024

Beulah Mae Rutherford, age 76, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the UK Medical Center in Lexington, KY.

Born in Corbin, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Hubert and Loretta Fox. She was a retired cashier from KFC in Corbin.  In addition to he parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Troy...

Jerry Lynn Nantz

Jerry Lynn Nantz

Oct 19, 2024

Jerry Lynn Nantz, age 77, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at his home.

Born in Corbin, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Raymond and Evelyn Nantz. He was a retired mechanic who was affectionately known as "The Mayor of Barton." In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Johnny,...

Joe Carl Dobson

Joe Carl Dobson

Oct 18, 2024

Joe Carl Dobson Jr. 85, of Corbin Ky. departed this earth into the arms of Jesus on October 18, 2024, at Laurel Heights Nursing Home after a long illness.

Born May 6, 1939, in Newcomb, Tennessee, he is preceded in death by his parents, Joe Carl Dobson Sr. and Bessie Gilreath Dobson, and brothers Donald G. Dobson, James H. Dobson, William...

George Jennings Hutton

George Jennings Hutton

Oct 17, 2024

George “Jennings” Hutton, age 86, of Corbin, Ky., passed away on Oct. 17, 2024, at Beech Tree Rehabilitation Center in Tennessee.

Born in Corbin, he was the youngest child of the late Charles and Olzie (Hatton) Hutton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings Mary Elizabeth, Charles, Cleo, Margaret, Fred, Helen Marie, and Leland, as well...

Billy Ray Smith

Billy Ray Smith

Oct 14, 2024

Billy Ray Smith, age 56, of Emlyn, KY, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024, at St. Joseph Hosptial in Lexington, KY. 

Billy was a man of many talents and interests, but one of his favorites was tinkering with cars. His fascination with automobiles found a perfect outlet in his career as a taxi driver, a job he cherished for over...

Shirley Jean Lawson

Shirley Jean Lawson

Oct 8, 2024

Shirley Jean Lawson, age 71, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Hillcrest Health and Rehabilitation in Corbin.

Born in Lexington, Kentucky, she was preceded in death by her father, Cecil Storie; mother, Dorothy Lewis Hall; and by two sisters, Tabitha Wheeler and Patricia Griffin.

Shirley is survived by her two daughters, Tammy Bargo Prater (Mark), and Jamie...

Karen Lee Caldwell

Karen Lee Caldwell

Oct 7, 2024

Karen Lee Caldwell, age 71, of Gray, KY, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at her home. Born in Cincinnati, OH, she was the daughter of the late Robert John Berning and Dorothy Wise Bizzant who survives her.

Karen loved her home and cooking for her family. She was very involved with giving and her generosity knew no bounds. She...

Kimberly Rachel Harris

Kimberly Rachel Harris

Oct 5, 2024

It is with deep sadness that I, John Harris, share the passing of my daughter, Kimberly Rachel Harris, on Saturday, October 5, 2024.

Her memorial service will be held on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 2:00 pm at St. John's Episcopal Church in Corbin, KY.

The reception hall attached to the church will open at 1:00 pm, where those attending the memorial...

Carl Dorman Lickliter

Carl Dorman Lickliter

Oct 1, 2024

Carl Dorman Lickliter, age 86, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at his home in Corbin.

Born in Bryants Store, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Cleo Lickliter and Elizabeth Eversole Lickliter.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 59 1/2 years, Glenda B. Lickliter in 2018; grandchildren,...

Ruby Clark

Ruby Clark

Sep 30, 2024

Ruby Clark, age 80, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. 

Born in Yeaddiss, KY, she was the daughter of the late Jay Clark and Ethel Shell Clark. 

Ruby was a force of nature, a woman of independence and an unyielding spirit who turned strangers into friends with her unmistakable...

Elizabeth Ruth Marie Anderson

Elizabeth Ruth Marie Anderson

Sep 28, 2024

Elizabeth Ruth Marie Anderson, age 51, of London, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Continue Care Hospital in Corbin, Kentucky.

Born in Dayton, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Franklin Eugene Kinsey and Marilyn Sue Johnson Kinsey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Sherman "Lee" Anderson; and by a...

Boone Dean Gabbard

Boone Dean Gabbard

Sep 27, 2024

Boone Dean Gabbard passed away peacefully in the arms of his parents on September 27, 2024. 

He was born at 10:11 am and met the eyes of Jesus at 2:57 pm, the same day. 

Boone was the son of Sean and Erica Gabbard. 

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, John L. and Janice Gross; and great-grandparents, Rod and Julia Gabbard. 

In addition...

Carolyn Jody Lawson

Carolyn Jody Lawson

Sep 27, 2024

Carolyn Jody Lawson, age 75, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in London, Kentucky.

Born in Keavy, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Speed Barton and Lottie Jean Higginbotham Barton.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Eugene Lawson; and by her brothers, William...

Patricia "Pat" Lynn Nash

Patricia "Pat" Lynn Nash

Sep 27, 2024

Patricia (Pat) Lynn Nash, age 67, passed away peacefully at her home in Corbin, KY on September 27th, 2024. She went to be with her heavenly Father. 

Patricia was the daughter of Bobbie Jean Poynter and Betty Lou Watson, both of whom predeceased her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Diane (DeDe) Eckert, and...

Stuart Everett Oliver

Stuart Everett Oliver

Sep 26, 2024

Stuart Everett Oliver, age 83, of Gray, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Gray.

Born in Covington, KY, he was a US Navy veteran.  He traveled the world during his time in the Navy, and following his time in the service, he continued his travels working with the carnival before finally settling down in Gray, KY, where he...

Jermie William Godsey

Jermie William Godsey

Sep 26, 2024

Jermie William Godsey, age 60, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at Baptist Health in Corbin.

Born in Corbin, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Everett Godsey and Mable St. John Gross.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his children, Jennifer Godsey and Jason Godsey; siblings, Skip Godsey and Crystal...

Moses Allen Rhinehart

Moses Allen Rhinehart

Sep 25, 2024

Moses Allen Rhinehart, was born into heaven on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Debbie Lee and Danny Rhinehart.

Moses is survived by his parents, April Gunter and Jason Rhinehart; siblings, Mariah Siler, Sophia Siler, Jacob Ryan Siler, and Danny Rhinehart; and by his grandparents, Brenda and Dean Nolan.

A graveside service will be held at 3...

Emily Rose Pastore

Emily Rose Pastore

Sep 23, 2024

Emily Rose Pastore, age 28, of Corbin, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at Baptist Health Corbin. 

She was born on March 29, 1996, in Evansville, IN, the daughter of Scott Joseph Pastore and Leslie Berg Pastore. A beacon of infectious joy, Emily bloomed where she was planted, spreading love and cheer in every corner. Despite her disability, Emily's life...

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