Obituaries

Charles  Edward  Prewitt

Charles Edward Prewitt

May 27, 2024

Charles Prewitt, age 84, of Corbin KY passed away on May 27, 2024. He is formally from Holland, MI and Benham, KY.

He was preceded in death by his wife, of 61 years, Rosetta Prewitt, his son Brian Prewitt, a son-in-law, Dwain Lester, and a granddaughter Courtnie Kaylor. He was also preceded by his parents...

Arvin J. Peace

Arvin J. Peace

May 27, 2024

Arvin J. Peace, age 97, passed from this life on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, 2024, in Corbin, Kentucky.

A Corbin native, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lela Peace; parents, Elbert LeRoy Peace and Arkie Mayne Peace; two brothers, Don and Arnold Peace and sister, Clara Mae Peace Robbins.

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Frances Gilbert Begley

Frances Gilbert Begley

May 23, 2024

Frances Gilbert Begley, age 79 passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at her home in Dearborn Heights, Michigan.

Born in Bell County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Clarence Gilbert and Hazel North Gilbert. Frances was a homemaker who loved being with and caring for her family.

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Ledford Darrell Eaton

Ledford Darrell Eaton

May 21, 2024

Ledford Darrell Eaton, age 79, of Corbin, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

Born on February 8, 1945, in Corbin, he was the son of the late Robert Eaton and Elsie Rogers Eaton. Darrell's love for life was evident in his diverse hobbies. He found immense joy in farming, a passion...

Lori Jean  Young

Lori Jean Young

May 20, 2024

Lori Jean Young, age 48, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, KY.

She was born on May 21, 1976, in Lexington, KY, to Harrison Smallwood and the late Gloria Clark. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her grandmother, Bonnie Hollins.

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William  "Bill"  Bowdler

William "Bill" Bowdler

May 16, 2024

William "Bill" Bernard Bowdler, Jr., age 60, of Corbin, KY, departed this life on Thursday, May 16, 2024, surrounded by friends and family.

Born on April 20, 1964, in Trenton, MI, he was the son of the late William "Bill" Bowdler, Sr., and Ruby Dugger Goforth. Bill lived with great service and kindness toward others....

Margie Turner

Margie Turner

May 6, 2024

Margie Turner, age 85, of Gray, KY, passed away at home on Monday, May 6, 2024.

Born in Middlesboro, KY, she was a daughter to the late Noah Standifer and Mary Lake Standifer. Margie was devoted to her faith and enjoyed attending New Hope Church of God. She enjoyed crocheting and cooking. She was talented...

Justin  Wade  Storms

Justin Wade Storms

May 5, 2024

Justin Wade Storms, age 46, of Corbin, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, Tennessee.

He was born in Corbin, Kentucky, on December 28, 1977, to Wayne and Nancy Monhollen Storms.

Justin served his community as a school bus driver and diesel mechanic for...

Janice Carnes Floyd

Janice Carnes Floyd

May 3, 2024

Janice Carnes Floyd, age 68, of Corbin, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024, at Baptist Health Corbin.

Born in Knox County, KY, she was a daughter to the late McCoy Carnes and Doxie Williamson Carnes. She was a Baptist by faith.

Janice was known for her famous fried chicken recipe,...

Angeila  Louise Mahan Owens

Angeila Louise Mahan Owens

May 3, 2024

Angeila Louise Mahan Owens, age 75, of London, KY, passed away at her home on Friday, May 3, 2024.

She was born in Toledo, OH, to the late George W. Mahan and Mildred Cook Mahan.

Angeila had an unparalleled love for nature, especially when it came to nurturing her garden. Her...

Ronnie  Edward Paul

Ronnie Edward Paul

May 1, 2024

Ronnie Edward Paul, age 72, of Corbin, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at his home.

Born in Cincinnati, OH, he was the son of the late Edward Leon Paul and Muriel I. Paul. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving during the Vietnam War Era. Ronnie lived life in the...

Carol Ann Caddell

Carol Ann Caddell

May 1, 2024

Carol Ann Caddell, age 75, of Corbin, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday May 1, 2024, at Baptist Health in Corbin, Kentucky.

She was born on August 17, 1948, in Chattanooga, TN and was a daughter of James Bowman and Ellen Wyatt Lawson. Carol was a religious woman who loved the Lord. She enjoyed reading and...

Maggie Louise Sammons

Maggie Louise Sammons

Apr 29, 2024

Maggie Louise Lowe Sammons, was born on March 29, 1960, and went to be with Our Lord and Savior, on Monday April 29, 2024, living to be 64 years and one month of age.

On November 26, 1987, Maggie was united it marriage to Billy Sammons, and to this union four children were born, one...

Russell Wilburn

Russell Wilburn

Apr 28, 2024

Russell Wilburn, age 74, of Woodbine, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday April 28, 2024.

Born in Grand Junction, Colorado, he was a retired physical therapy technician and veteran of the US Army having served during the Vietnam era. Russell was a member of Chapel Grove Baptist Church and loved music. He...

Brian  Paul  Morgan

Brian Paul Morgan

Apr 28, 2024

Brian Paul Morgan, age 51, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday April 28, 2024, at his home.

Born in London, Kentucky, Brian loved the outdoors, especially deer hunting, camping, and gardening.  He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Erman and Laura Morgan; uncles, Ronnie Morgan and Jessie Morgan; and by his aunt, Letha...

Billie Lee Parker

Billie Lee Parker

Apr 23, 2024

Billie Lee Parker, age 84, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Baptist Health Corbin.

Born in Monroe County, NC, she was the daughter of the late George and Leola Johnson Brown.

Billie found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved flowers, their vibrant colors...

Esther Harris

Esther Harris

Apr 19, 2024

Esther C. Harris, age 73, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Friday April 19, 2024, at the home of her daughter in Harrodsburg, Kentucky.

Born in Liberty, Kentucky, she was a retired dietician assistant at Baptist Health in Corbin.

Esther was preceded in death by her husband, James E. Harris; son,...

Dorotha "Dot" Widener

Dorotha "Dot" Widener

Apr 19, 2024

Dorotha "Dot" Widener, age 81, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Friday April 19, 2024, at Baptist Health in Corbin.

Born in Bell County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Demps Taylor and Grace Jones Taylor. Dot loved dancing but mostly she enjoyed spoiling her family and friends.

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Ronnie  Darrell Fore

Ronnie Darrell Fore

Apr 16, 2024

Ronnie Darrell Fore, age 71, of Corbin KY, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at his home.

He was preceded in death by his parents Leighton and Doris Hill Fore, and brother Rick Fore.

He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Leach, stepchildren Trish Knuckles, Denise Thompson, Brooklyn Chandler, Hope...

James Crawford Mills, Sr.

James Crawford Mills, Sr.

Apr 13, 2024

James Crawford Mills Sr. passed away on April 13, 2024, in Corbin, KY, at the age of 56. He was born on April 3, 1968, in Cincinnati, OH.

He is survived by many loved ones including: His wife, of 35 years, Lora Goad Mills of Corbin, KY; His 3 sons & their families, Michael Rice...