Obituaries

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...

Lisa Ann Smith

Lisa Ann Smith

Sep 14, 2024

Lisa Ann Smith, age 58, of Keavy, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Baptist Health in Lexington, Kentucky.

Born in Corbin, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Leland "Bonnie" Gregory and Nellie Burns Hollingsworth Gregory.  Lisa was a homemaker who loved her family, especially her grandbabies.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Jeannette Howard

Jeannette Howard

Sep 14, 2024

Jeannette Jewell Howard, age 54, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024.

A beloved wife, mother, daughter, and teacher at Oak Grove Elementary. Jeannette was born on January 27, 1970, in Sidney, Ohio, the daughter of the late Ronnie Jewell and Marlene Owens Jewell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Cleo...

Pamela Shyrene (Hooper) Roark

Pamela Shyrene (Hooper) Roark

Sep 9, 2024

Pamela Shyrene (Hooper) Roark, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024, at the age of 66. 

She was born on March 16, 1958, in Corbin, KY, the daughter of the late Libby Hooper. 

Pamela dedicated her life to caring for her family, excelling in her role as a homemaker. Her love knew no bounds, and her compassion touched all...

Benjamin F. Bishop

Benjamin F. Bishop

Sep 5, 2024

Benjamin F. Bishop, age 71, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Baptist Health in Corbin, KY.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel Bishop and Goldie Bishop; brother, Everette Bishop; sister, Shirley Jackson; half-brother, Ancil Fields; and by his nephew, Terry Miles.

Benjamin is survived by his sister, Pearl Miles; nieces and nephews, Dewayne Bishop,...