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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...

Lonnie Ray Miller

Lonnie Ray Miller

Sep 23, 2024

Lonnie Ray Miller, 53 of Boone, NC passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at his residence. 

Born January 25, 1971, in Knox County, KY, he was the son of Brenda Joyce Hammons. Lonnie was a loving father and faithful friend. He never met a stranger and always lent a hand to anyone in need.

Lonnie is survived by his children, Stephen...

Mary Belle Hurd

Mary Belle Hurd

Sep 22, 2024

Mary Belle Hurd, age 96, gained her wings on Sunday September 22, 2024.

Born in Harlan County, Kentucky, on August 2, 1928, she was a resident of Lexington, Kentucky for 65 years.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Jonathan Green and Mary Neff Green; brother, Louis Green; son and daughter in law, Raymond Lynn Day and Linda Day; son in...

Edward Robert Rhodes

Edward Robert Rhodes

Sep 21, 2024

Edward Robert Rhodes, age 70, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at his home in Corbin.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was a son of the late Herman and Florence Rhodes.  Edward enjoyed fishing and playing bingo with his wife.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Joe Rhodes and Richard Rhodes,...

Arnold "Tiny" Sizemore

Arnold "Tiny" Sizemore

Sep 20, 2024

Arnold "Tiny" Sizemore, age 60, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024, at his home in Corbin.

Born in Barbourville, KY, he was preceded in death by his father, Taylor Sizemore; mother and stepfather Edna Henson Taylor and Andrew “Nudy” Taylor ; brother Ronnie Sizemore; and by a nephew, Daniel Sizemore.

Arnold is survived by his children, Joshua Scott...

Charlene Osborne Blair

Charlene Osborne Blair

Sep 18, 2024

Linda Charlene Osborne Blair passed away peacefully at her home on September 18, 2024, and went to be with her Heavenly Father. She was 73 years old. A lifelong resident of Corbin, Kentucky, she was the daughter and only child of Charles Ray and Elizabeth Charles Osborne, both of whom predeceased her. 

She is survived by Tom Blair, her husband of...

Mary Jane Decker

Mary Jane Decker

Sep 18, 2024

With heavy hearts and immense gratitude for her life, we announce the passing of Mary Jane Decker, who returned to her heavenly home on September 18, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family. Born on June 22, 1952, Mary was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished sister, dearest aunt, and greatly beloved grandmother. She touched the lives of everyone she met...

Phyllis Doris Dugger

Phyllis Doris Dugger

Sep 17, 2024

Phyllis Doris Dugger, age 83, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the Christian Health Care Center in Corbin.

A beloved, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, she was born on January 10, 1941, to Tip and Loretta Fore Scalf in Corbin. Doris was Pentecostal by Faith and loved singing and going to her church. In addition to...

Effilee McHargue

Effilee McHargue

Sep 15, 2024

Effilee McHargue, aged 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday September 15, 2024, at Laurel Heights in London, Kentucky. 

Born on May 28, 1933, in Blackstar, Kentucky, Effilee was a devoted homemaker, dedicating her life to caring for her family with love and grace. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jasper Cecil McHargue; parents, Virgil Helton and Arah Mae Pridemore...

Johnny Lee Collins Rapier

Johnny Lee Collins Rapier

Sep 15, 2024

Johnny Lee Collins Rapier, age 78, of Corbin, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at Baptist Health in Corbin, Kentucky. 

Born on April 3, 1946, in Mansfield, Ohio, he was a son to the late Elmer Ray Rapier and Alva Ann Collins Rapier. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his children, Kevin Rapier, Jamie,...

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...

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