Obituaries
Eulis Barnes, Jr.
Sep 27, 2025
Eulis Barnes, Jr., age 93, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin.
Born in Black Star, KY, he was the son of the late Eulis Barnes and Pearl Arnold Barnes.
Eulis proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1951 to 1961, including active duty during the Korean War. Following his military service,...
Garry Fox
Sep 26, 2025
Garry Fox, age 82, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin.
Born in Corbin, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Juneus Fox and Edna Lockard Fox.
Garry was a true outdoorsman. Whether he was hunting foxes or deer, fishing, 4-wheeling, or just enjoying a good NASCAR race, Garry was in his element. He...
Hiram V. Felts
Sep 23, 2025
Hiram V. Felts, age 85, of Jellico, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at his home.
Born in Corbin, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Faxton Felts and Delia Lanham Felts. Hiram had retired from General Motors, and he was Pentecostal by Faith.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Violet Bryant...
Harold Lee Farris
Sep 22, 2025
Harold Lee Farris, age 91, of Gray, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025, at his home.
Born on November 24, 1933, in Gray, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Joe Russell Farris and Jennie Cobb Farris. Harold was a US Army veteran of Korea, a retired coal miner, and attended Rossland Holiness Church in Gray, Kentucky.
In addition...
Rev. Woodrow W. Berry
Sep 19, 2025
Rev. Woodrow W. Berry, age 77, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Christian Care Community.
A humble servant of the Lord, he was born on February 18, 1948, in Troy, OH. A man of unwavering faith, Woodrow's dedication was evident in his service to his Lord and Savior. He was a retired minister with the Assembly of God. Woodrow...
Sandra Louise Becher
Sep 16, 2025
Sandra Louise Becher, born on March 13, 1951, in Winsted, Connecticut, departed this life on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, in Lexington, Kentucky.
Sandra spent her professional life as a seamstress at SEKRI in Corbin, Kentucky. Sandra's passion for her work was only surpassed by her love for her family and her dogs. Her eyes sparkled with an unmatched intensity when she...
Jessie Dean Childers
Sep 15, 2025
Jessie Dean Childers, age 90, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin
Born on March 11, 1935, in Knox County, Kentucky, Jessie liked to quilt, raise a garden, and was a lover of the great outdoors. Jessie was a factory worker with Certain Teed in Corbin.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence...
Raymond C. Woods
Sep 12, 2025
Raymond C. Woods, age 88, passed away on September 12th, 2025.
Raymond Chester Woods was born June 2nd, 1937, in Knox Co, KY. Worked in coal mines at various jobs off and on from age 11. Drove a coal truck at age 13. Moved to Cincinnati, OH area in 1955, at age 17, to work as a bricklayer. He married Nellie Mae Fetters-born August...
Juanita Elam
Sep 8, 2025
Juanita Elam, age 75, of Gray, KY, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at her home.
Born in Corbin, she was the daughter of Roscoe McCreary and Leona Jackson McCreary. Juanita worked for many years as a housekeeper and caregiver, where she nurtured both the homes and lives of others with kindness and dedication.
She loved cooking and baking, hunting for...
Nancy Joeanne Helton
Sep 8, 2025
Nancy Joeanne Helton, age 68, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin.
Born on February 25, 1957, in Corbin, KY, Nancy spent her life making others feel loved, seen, and cared for both in her personal life and through her work as a home health aide at Corbin Senior Citizens. Her caring nature and...
Muriel J. Johnson
Sep 4, 2025
Muriel J. Johnson, age 89, passed away on September 4, 2025, at her home in Corbin, Kentucky. She was an example of faith, love, and generosity. Muriel's kindness left a lasting impact on everyone she met.
Muriel was born on October 12, 1935, in Corbin, Kentucky. Her dedication was evident in her professional life as a social worker and in her...
Charles S. Carter Jr.
Sep 3, 2025
Charles S. Carter, Jr., age 83, of Louisville, KY, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Jefferson Manor in Louisville.
Born in Whitley County, KY, on October 23, 1941, he was the son of the late Charles and Lois Carter.
Charles was a beacon for his family; his life stood as a testament to perseverance, hard work, and the indomitable spirit...
Chanse Paul Emmett
Sep 2, 2025
Chanse Paul Emmett, age 27, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Born in Louisville, KY, on May 26, 1998, he was the son of Paula Mahoney Johnson. Chanse was a 2017 graduate of Lynn Camp High School and was attending Somerset Community College to pursue a degree in welding. From an early age, Chanse showed a creative...
Anthony Dewayne Roark
Aug 26, 2025
Anthony Dewayne Roark, age 52, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin.
Born in Harlan, KY, he was the son of the late Donald Leon Roark and Charlene Miller Price. Anthony worked for several years with the City of Richmond.
A true sports enthusiast, Anthony could always be found cheering for his Dallas Cowboys, supporting...
Anthony McFarland
Aug 25, 2025
Anthony McFarland, age 56, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at his home.
Born in Temple, TX, he was the son of the late James “Mack” McFarland and Barbara Lawson McFarland. Anthony worked at Central Automotive Supply for many years, where he wore many hats and was always willing to lend a hand wherever needed. He was...
Elizabeth Blanton
Aug 24, 2025
Elizabeth Blanton, a cherished mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the age of 71.
Born Elizabeth Hughes on February 4, 1954, she devoted her life to nurturing her family and serving her community with unwavering dedication.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Millard Blanton; her parents, Denzle and Irene Hughes; her sweet infant daughter,...
Jerry Lynn Givens
Aug 20, 2025
Jerry Givens, age 79, passed away on August 20, 2025, at his home in Corbin, Kentucky.
Jerry was born on August 19, 1946, in Sunshine, Kentucky. He had retired from his service as a Plumbing Inspector for the State of Kentucky. Jerry was not only a respected professional, but he was also a man of diverse interests and hobbies. His passion...
Kathy Sue Hinkle Carver
Aug 19, 2025
Kathy Sue Hinkle Carver, age 65, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at her home.
Born in Corbin, she was the daughter of the late Ernest Hinkle and Dolly Storms Hinkle. Kathy worked for many years in home health and in the dietary department at Baptist Health Corbin, where she was known for her dedication and care.
She...
Rev. Charles Henry "Chuck" Spice
Aug 18, 2025
Rev. Charles Henry "Chuck" Spice, age 80, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin.
Born in Detroit, Michigan, he served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam era. After graduating from college and seminary, he became a Pastor in the Kentucky Conference of the United Methodist Church, serving numerous churches in the eastern part...
Shawn M. Pleasant
Aug 17, 2025
Shawn M. Pleasant, age 34, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Baptist Health in Corbin, KY.
Born in Sidney, Ohio, Shawn was preceded in death by his mother, Angel Pleasant.
A self-employed general contractor, Shawn was a loving husband, father, son, and friend to many.
He is survived by his wife, Whitley Pleasant; children, Bryson Pleasant, Brynlee Pleasant,...
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