Obituaries Sept 2016
Lillie Jane Anderson, age 59, passed away Saturday September 24, 2016, at Baptist Health Corbin in Corbin, Kentucky.
Born August 14, 1957, in McCreary County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Marion and Dessie (Caddell) Cooper. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Frank Anderson and two brothers: Marion B, Cooper and Tony Cooper.
Surviving family include her companion of 29 years, James Lunsford, three brothers: Lester Caddell of Hendersonville, North Carolina, Ralph (and Margie) Cooper of Frankfort, Kentucky and Bobby Cooper of Pine Knot, three sisters: Ora Mae (and Marcum) Gray of Corbin, Mary Cooper (and Eddie) Neal of Pine Knot, and Carol (and George) Jones of Whitley City, Kentucky. She has three grandchildren: Kayla, Joe and Sarah Lunsford and many nieces and nephews.
Lillie was a homemaker and member of the Corbin Church of God Union Assembly. She enjoyed puzzle books, music and family time.
Funeral Services were Tuesday September 27, 2016 in the chapel of the Pine Knot Funeral Home with Rev. David Troxell and Bro. Douglas Hill officiating.
Graveside services were Wednesday at the Kidd Cemetery in Pine Knot.
Pine Knot Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Gary Wayne Blakley age 57 years, 2 months, and 30 days, of Pine Knot, Kentucky passed away Thursday, September 15, 2016 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
Memorial services were held on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at 6:00 pm at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home with Bro. Michael Grubb officiating. Private graveside services were held on Thursday at the Strunk Family Cemetery with full military honors.
He was born June 16, 1959 in Pine Knot, Kentucky to Andrew Newman Blakley and Evelyn (Jackson) Blakley. Gary was a Veteran of the United States Army and National Guard. He enjoyed restoring old cars and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Preceding him in death are his parents; a son-in-law, David Eric Strunk; brothers, Elmer “Peanut” McCulley, James E. Blakley, and John Willie Blakley; and a sister, Retha “Sis” Sexton.
Survivors include his wife, Carol (Ball) Blakley; a daughter, Misti Strunk (and Anthony Foster); sons, James Blakley (and Kim) and Steven Blakley; a brother, Herbert McCulley; a sister, Sheila McCulley, all of Pine Knot, Kentucky; 17 grandchildren; and many special nieces and nephews.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Mr. Gary Wayne Blakley.
Herman M. Hatfield, age 87 years and 13 days, passed into eternal life on Monday, September 19, 2016, at his home in Gray, Kentucky.
Born September 6, 1929, in Stearns, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Jason and Louzetta (Hammack) Hatfield. Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother Royce Hatfield, and two sisters: Betty Bell and Gloria Jean Branscum.
Surviving family include his wife of 67 years, LaRue (Green) Hatfield whom he married January 28, 1949, of Gray, Kentucky, a daughter, Melissa (and Earl) Edwards of Gray, two sons: Michael Edward (and Barbara) Hatfield of Berea, Kentucky and H. Tim (and Amanda) Hatfield of Centerville, Ohio. He has five brothers surviving: Jimmy (and Joyce) Hatfield, Jason T. (and Sue), Gordon (and Sue) Hatfield, Robert (and Karen) Hatfield, and Roger (and Martha) Hatfield, and one sister: Mary Jane Cox. He has four grandchildren: Jason, Rebecca, Jennifer and Meganne, and three great grandchildren: Michael, Karlie and Michael.
Mr. Hatfield was a self-employed contractor and a member of the Hazel Valley Baptist Church. He had been a church pastor for 28 years. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends and all who knew and loved him and will never be forgotten.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 22, 2016, in the chapel of Pine Knot Funeral Home with Bro. Hilton Duncan officiating. Interment was at the Stearns Cemetery.
Pine Knot Funeral Home assisted with arrangements
Nina Kathleen “Katie” Hickman age 92 years, 2 months, and 23 days of Stearns, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, September 24, 2016 at the Signature Health Care McCreary.
Private graveside service was held Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 11:00 am at the Pine Knot Cemetery with Bro. Hap Strunk officiating. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 2:30 pm at the Stearns Adventist Church.
She was born July 1, 1924 in Oneida, Tennessee to Oscar C. and Loretta (Stephens) Litton. Katie was a member of the Stearns Adventist Church for many years. In past time she had worked for Dr. Winchester and Dr. Williams. Katie had a passion for nursing and caring for people. She continued to do so even after retiring. Katie also volunteered at the Christian Care Center. She enjoyed quilting, golfing, needle point, painting, playing the piano and was an avid UK Wildcats basketball fan.
Preceding her in death are her parents; her husband, Jefferson Hickman, Jr.; and a sister, Adrian Spencer.
Survivors include her sons, Jefferson Hickman III and wife, Sharon and Rick Hickman and wife, Darlene both of Burnside, Kentucky; grandchildren, Rick, Jonathan, Jefferson, and Shannon; and 4 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the McCreary County Christian Care Center.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Mrs. Katie Hickman.
Zellar Perry McLeod age 94 years, 4 months, and 7 days, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at her home.
Funeral services were held Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 1:00 pm at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home with Bro. Tim Corder officiating. Burial followed in the Mill Creek Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers were Thomas East, William Davis, Bryan Patrick, Trevor Strunk, Ricky Vanhook, and Stephan Lowery.
She was born May 14, 1922 in McCreary County, Kentucky to Shelt Perry and Jane (Jones) Perry. Zellar was a member of the Mill Creek United Methodist Church. She was the former Postmaster of Honeybee, Kentucky for many years and later owned and operated Tom McLeod’s general store, also of Honeybee. Zellar will be remember fondly as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
Preceding her in death are her parents; her husband, Thomas McLeod; a step-son, Thomas McLeod, Jr.; a step-daughter, Vera Hatfield; grandsons, Richard and David Dunagan; 7 brothers; and 6 sisters.
Survivors include her daughters, Sue Neal and husband, Ray, of Whitley City, Kentucky, and Shirley Dunagan and husband, David, of Parkers Lake, Kentucky; and several grand, great-grand, and great-great-grandchildren.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Mrs. Zellar McLeod.
John A. Snowden Jr., 88, husband of Mary Hart Snowden, passed away Thursday, September 22, 2016.
He was born November 25, 1927. John was a member and Deacon at Versailles First Baptist Church and former Sunday School teacher. John was a retired Woodford Co. High School teacher and football coach. His 1962 winning state championship football team propelled him to Coach of the Year with both the Courier Journal and the Herald Leader.
He is preceded in death by a sister, Mable Clark and a brother, Ray Snowden.
Survivors, in addition to his wife of 64 years, include a daughter, Monica (Terry) Lawson of Whitley City, Kentucky; a son, John A. (Paula) Snowden III of Dayton, Ohio; a brother Dr. William E. (Peggy) Snowden of Winchester, Kentucky; five grandchildren, Brianna Lawson, John A. Snowden IV, Amanda Snowden, Colby (Hannah) Lawson, Zachary (Holly) Snowden; and one great-grandson, Cooper Lawson.
Services were held Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 4:00 pm at the Blackburn & Ward Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Cabell and Rev. John Brandon officiating.
Memorials are suggested to the Versailles Baptist Church or Hospice of Lake Cumberland.
Obituarie information courtesy of Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home
Fayrene “Faye” Wilson, 61, of Sidney, passed away at 10:48 PM on Sunday, September 25, 2016 at Miami Valley Hospital. She was born on October 11, 1954 in Scott County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Manuel and Maxine (Wilson) Crabtree. She married Earl Wilson and he preceded her in death in 2003.
Faye is survived by her companion and friend, M.C. Day of Sidney, one son, Kenneth Longmire of Sidney, three grandsons; Jacob and Jonah Longmire and Sean Chitwood, one granddaughter: Heather Wilson, one brother, Michael Crabtree of Whitley City, Kentucky and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one sister, Nadean Lewis, three brothers; LeRoy, DeRoy and Junior Crabtree.
Mrs. Wilson was a homemaker with many, many talents. She enjoyed photography, camping and Bluegrass music. Most of all she loved spending time with her friends and family.
Funeral Service will be held on Friday, September 30, 2016 at McCreary County Funeral Home 48 West Hwy 700 Whitley City, Kentucky 42653 at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow at Angel Cemetery in Stearns, Kentucky.Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM at the funeral home.
McCreary County Funeral Home entrusted with the local arrangements.
Wilma June Waters age 86, widow of LeRoy “Bud” Waters, of Stearns, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at her home.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Tom Jones Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday after 6:00pm at the funeral home.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home is serving the family of Mrs. Wilma Waters.
A complete obituary was not available at press time but will be printed in the next issue of The Voice.
Jackie E. Watson age 54, wife of Troy D. Watson, of Stearns, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at her home.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 11:00 am at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Sherd Dobbs Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday after 6:00pm at the funeral home.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home is serving the family of Mrs. Jackie Watson.
A complete obituary was not available at press time but will be printed in the next issue of The Voice.
Gary Blakley age 57, husband of Carol (Ball) Blakley, of Pine Knot, Kentucky passed away Thursday, September 15, 2016 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
Memorial services were held Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Wednesday after 5:00 pm until time of services at the funeral home.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home is serving the family of Mr. Gary Blakley.
A complete obituary was not available at press time but will be printed in the next issue of The Voice.
Thressa Louise Davidson departed from this life on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at her home in Whitley City, Kentucky. She was born on July 5, 1938 in Whitley City, Kentucky, to the late Willie and Betsy (Bryant) Vanover.
Thressa is preceded in death by her son: Bradley Perry, and sisters: Verna Bragesser, and Vela Child.
Surviving family includes: sons: Ledford Perry of Whitley City, KY and James Hawn and wife Angie of Pine Knot, KY, daughters: Brenda Angel and husband Archie or Parkers Lake, KY, Debbie Mitchell and husband David of Whitley City, KY, brother: Sonny Vanover of Whitley City, KY, sisters: Beatrice Claxton of Detroit, MI, Hazel Poole and husband Kendal of Science Hill, KY, and Betty Smith of California. 14 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren.
Thressa was a member of the Beulah Heights Church of God. She loved fishing and camping and was an enthusiastic lover of outdoors, and spending time with her family and friends.
Funeral Services: Monday, September 19, 2016 at 1:00PM in the Chapel of McCreary County Funeral Home with Bro. Johnny Perry Officiating.
Burial: Privett Cemetery
McCreary County Funeral Home entrusted with the arrangements.
Herman M. Hatfield, age 87, husband of LaRue Hatfield of Gray, Kentucky, formerly of Pine Knot passed away Monday September 19, 2016 at his home. Funeral service will be Thursday September 22, 2016 at 2:00pm in the chapel of the Pine Knot Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Stearns Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 12:00 noon until funeral time at the funeral home.
Pine Knot Funeral Home is assisting the family Herman Hatfield with his funeral arrangements.
A complete obituary was not available at press time but will be printed in the next issue of The Voice.
Bro. Andrew Simon “Andy” Jones, age 55, of the Cal Hill Community in Pine Knot, Kentucky, received his victory in Jesus on September 16, 2016, with his family at his side.
Born May 30, 1961, in Decatur, Alabama, he was the son of the late Rev. Charlie E. Jones and Wanda (Paul) Jones.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Charlie and Wanda Jones, his grandparents, Rev. Ora Melton Jones and Bessie Elizabeth (Sharp) Jones, and Grant and Lotus (Young) Paul, a niece, Justina Marie Jones, a sister Mary Ann Clark and a brother Melton Berry Jones.
Surviving is his wife of 34 years, Mary Karen (Creekmore) Jones whom he married June 5, 1982, children: Gary Lynn Jones (wife Dana) of Revelo, Kentucky, Lacey Dawn Byrd (husband Tommy) of Pioneer, Tennessee, Kevin Emmanuel Jones of Pine Knot, Quinton Dean Jones (and Roxanna Williams) of Somerset, Kentucky, and Alyssa Jones Worley of Pine Knot. Surviving siblings are Carolyn Sue (husband Jeff) Privett, Lois Marie (husband Johnny) Smith, Delphi Jones (and Sonny Stephens) of Walton, Kentucky, David (wife Tosha) Jones, Timothy Edward (wife Sara) Jones and Roberta King, and his best friend Carl Kidd.
Andy and Karen were blessed with six grandchildren: Brianna Lynn Jones, Sierra Rayne Byrd, Trestin Cole Byrd, Jalia Marie, Camden Zane and Kenlee Jones.
Also surviving are brothers-in-law: Joe Clark and Michael Creekmore (wife Linda) who stayed by his side until he made his journey home, sisters-in-law Judy Salyer, Sharon Creekmore, Becky White, Phyllis Jones, aunts: Ethel (and Bill) Cogdill, Naomi (and Roger) Brown and uncle L.B. (and Betty) Jones. Deceased in-laws are Angela Lamb, Doris Allen, Stanley Salyer, James Ray Creekmore, Roger Hal King, and his friend Odis Neal.
Andy was a general contractor having worked at many jobs. He worked at the American Bag Factory as a mechanic until they closed. He had been a deacon at the New Hope Baptist Church for many years and became an assistant pastor. Ministering was his life; he loved his church. He also loved his grandchildren, spending time with them and all his family. He was blessed with many friends and leaves a legacy of love and grace. He fought a good fight, he kept the faith and his faith carried him home.
Funeral services: Tuesday, September 20, 2016, at the New Hope Baptist Church with Bro. Doug Sexton, Bro. Michael Creekmore, Bro. Troy Watson, Bro. Janus Jones and Bill Cogdill.
Musical selections by the Cogdill Family, and Sulphur Spings Baptist Church Choir.
Burial: Pine Knot Cemetery
Pine Knot Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Stephanie Ann Lindsey 45 years, 4 months, and 23 days of Wayland, Kentucky, formerly of Whitley City, passed away Saturday, September 10, 2016 at her home.
Funeral services were held Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home with Bro. Eddie King officiating. Burial followed in the Carter Cemetery.
She was born April 18, 1971 to Phillip Warren Lindsey and Diana Sue (Tucker) Lindsey. Stephanie enjoyed coloring, listening to music, and doing word searches.
Preceding her in death are her father, Phillip Lindsey; mother, Diana Schulte; grandparents, George Ceaf Tucker, Juanita Tucker, and Stella Marie Lindsey; a brother, Phillip Lindsey, Jr.;an aunt, Alice Kay Tucker; and a niece Haley Diana Hogsed.
Survivors include her grandfather, Jesse Lindsey of Cincinnati, Ohio; aunts and uncles, Joe and Pam Tucker of Whitley City, Kentucky, Georgia Hamblin of Pine Knot, Kentucky, Benjamin Hamblin of Clairfield, Tennessee; sisters, Nikki Potter of Robbins, Tennesee; Latosha Hogsed of Amelia, Ohio, Jody Butler of Bryson City, Tennessee, and Gayle Gamble; a brother, Richard Schulte of Cincinnati, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Miss Stephanie Lindsey.
Eldred Edwin Musgrove, II, age 52, passed away Thursday, September 15, 2016, at his home in Pine Knot, Kentucky, with his family by his side.
Edwin was born in Somerset, Kentucky, on July 28, 1964, the son of Eldred Edwin and Sophia (Meadows) Musgrove who precede him in death.
Surviving family include his wife, Karen (Taylor) Musgrove, of Pine Knot, two daughters: Crystal (and Dale) Griffis of Pine Knot and Casey (and Brittany) Musgrove of Somerset, Kentucky, and two sons: Eldred Edwin (and Jessica) Musgrove, III, of Pine Knot, and Tony Wilson of Pine Knot. He has one brother, Richard (and Beverly) Musgrove of Pine Knot, two sisters: Doris (and Costello) Wilson of Pine Knot and Mary Alice Musgrove of Pine Knot. His grandchildren are Caleb, Gage, Aliva, and Bryson; step grandchildren: Aaron, Ryan and Bryson, and step-great grandchildren: Faith and Aiden.
Edwin was self-employed having owned and operated Musgrove Contracting, Musgrove Trailer Park and was a farmer. He was a member of the South Pine Knot Church of God and was a member of the Orie S. Ware Lodge 874 of Stearns/Whitley City.
Funeral services were held Sunday, September 18, 2016, in the chapel of Pine Knot Funeral Home with Bro. Cyrus Byrd officiating. He was laid to rest at the Musgrove Cemetery in Pine Knot.
Pine Knot Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Jerry Richard Patrick age 62 of Jasper, Tennessee passed away Friday, September 16, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.
Funeral services were held Sunday, September 18, 2016 at 3:00 pm at the Jasper Memorial Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Sellers officiating. Interment followed at Sequatchie Valley Memorial Gardens in Jasper. Pallbearers were Dustin Patrick, Jason Patrick, Patrick Worley, Cody Morse, Legend Holloway and Journey Holloway.
He was a member of Indian Creek Baptist Church and retired from Fuji Chemical Company in Dayton.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Robert & Bessie Patrick; brothers, Bob Patrick and Larry Patrick.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife, Judy Patrick of Jasper, TN;
Children, Shannon Patrick, Drew (Shawna) Patrick both of Somerset, KY, Brandon (Amanda) Patrick of Canton, OH, Anthony (Tracey) Holloway of Ringgold, TN, April (Tony) Yarber of Whitwell, TN, Adam(Ruth) Holloway of Soddy Daisy, TN, and Ashley (Randy) McCallie of Jasper, TN; sister, Janet (Jim) Worley of Liberty, KY; brothers, Bill (Connie) Patrick of Whitley City, KY, Kenny Patrick of Parkers Lake, KY; twenty grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Share memories, photos and sign the register book at www.jaspermemorialfuneral home.com
Local obituary information courtesy of Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home.
Marvin Patrick, age 86, of Miami Township, Ohio passed away September 11, 2016. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 10:00 am at the Dennis George Funeral Home, 44 S. Miami, Cleves, OH .
He was born November 24, 1929, the son of Lee Ander & Helen (Vanover) Patrick.
He is precede in death by his parents; wife, Bertie D. (Barnett) Patrick; sisters and brothers, Erma Jones, Midge Dudney, Edward Patrick and Lloyd Patrick; and a son-in-law, Donald Cook.
Survivors include his children, Dolores Ann Cook, Marvin Wayne Patrick (Diane), and Anthony Wade Patrick (Robin); sisters, Eva Keeton, Edith King, Marjorie Spiher, and Ester Colwell; brothers Arvin, Edgar & Lee Patrick, Jr.; 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Hospice of Cincinnati.
Obituary courtesy of Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home
Deborah “Debbie” Lynn Perry, passed from this life on Monday, September 19, 2016, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky. She was 56 years, five months and 21 days old.
Born in the Marshes Siding community on March 29, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Patricia (Morrow) Perry. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Gary Perry.
She is survived by one brother: Roger Perry, Revelo, Kentucky and four sisters, Kathy Coffey and husband Scott of Pine Knot, Kentucky, Carol Tourtillolt, Stearns, Kentucky, Vicky Brown and husband Stewart of Pine Knot, Kentucky and Mary Ann Perry of Revelo, Kentucky.
Debbie loved spending time with her many friends at Horizon and was a big fan of UK Basketball. She enjoyed doing crafts, crocheting, and playing bingo but mostly Debbie loved spending time with her brother and sisters.
McCreary County Funeral Home entrusted with the arrangements.
Jessie Eric Allen Soard, age 33, passed from this life on Wednesday, September 14, 2016, at his home in Pine Knot.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky, on November 18, 1982, the son of Jessie Scott Soard and Maranda (Lay) Soard. He is preceded in death by his grandmother Katheryn Soard and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Surviving family include his father Jessie Scott Soard, mother Maranda Soard, grandfather James Soard, grandparents: Orvilee and Dorthy Lay, and brother Jeremy Soard. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Jessie worked for James Medical in Somerset. He enjoyed computers and his cell phone. He was a member at the Davis Hill Church of God.
Funeral services were held Saturday, September 17, 2016 at Pine Knot Funeral Home with Rev. Clay Cook officiating.
He was laid to rest at the Hayes Creek Cemetery
Pine Knot Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Katheryn Soard age 75 years, 2 months, and 27 days, of Stearns, Kentucky passed away Sunday, September 11, 2016 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at 1:00 pm at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home with Bro. Leo Shelton officiating. Burial followed in the Silerville Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were her grandchildren.
She was born June 15, 1941 in Strunk, Kentucky to R.L. West and Mable (King) West. Katheryn was a homemaker who enjoyed caring for her home and family, especially her grandchildren, and cooking. She was a member of the Sunny Hill Church of God in Saxton, Kentucky and also enjoyed singing and reading her bible. Katheryn will be remembered as a prayer warrior, loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
Preceding her in death are her parents; sons, Bruce and Shawn Soard; a brother, Noble West; sisters, Brenda Watters and Wanda Crabtree; and a grandson, Shawn Helton.
Survivors include her husband, James Soard; sons, Scott Soard of Whitley City, Kentucky, Mike Soard, Mark Soard, and John Soard and companion, Lisa Meadors, all of Stearns, Kentucky; daughters, Layne Wilson and husband, Rick, Tammy Soard, Crystal Sewell, Sherry Rollins and husband, Mike, all of Pine Knot, Kentucky, Penny Stanton and husband, Henson, of Whitley City, Kentucky, and Autumn Soard of Stearns, Kentucky; brothers, Jack West and wife, Pernia, of Strunk, Kentucky, and Rocky West and wife, Karen, of Pine Knot, Kentucky; a sister, Nevada Corder of Stearns, Kentucky; and a host of grand and great-grandchildren.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Mrs. Katheryn Soard.
David Allen Strunk, age 51, of Whitley City, Kentucky, passed from this life on Friday, September 16, 2016, at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Somerset, Kentucky, on January 13, 1965, the son of the late David and Lynn Toni (New) Strunk. Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by his son Dustin Andrew Strunk who passed away August 5, 2014.
Allen was a maintenance supervisor for East Kentucky Power Co-operative in Somerset, Kentucky. He was a member of the Whitley City Church of God and a member of the Greenwood Masonic Lodge #903 F & AM. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, camping, woodworking and being in the outdoors.
He is survived by his wife Amanda Jean (Richardson) Strunk whom he married November 26, 1993, at the East Appletree Church in Revelo, Kentucky. He has three siblings: Goldie Byrd of Somerset, Kentucky, Darin Amon Taylor of Whitley City, and Wynde Walker (husband Micheal) of Sterling, Virginia. He is also survived by his grandmother, Goldie Strunk of Pine Knot. He has a host of wonderful friends, co-workers, and other family members left to cherish his memory in their hearts forever.
Funeral services: Tuesday, September 20, 2016, in the Chapel of McCreary County Funeral Home with Bro. Daniel Ridener officiating.
Interment at the Murray Wilson Cemetery in Strunk, Kentucky
McCreary County Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.
Gurnie Lee Watson departed from this life on Wednesday, September 14, 2016. He was 30 years, five months and five days old. He was born in Somerset, Kentucky, on April 9, 1986 to the late Gurnie and Marjorie (Collins) Watson.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Gurnie Watson and Marjorie (Collins) Watson
He is survived by his wife Jamie (Slaven) Watson and two children: Aiden Hunter Gage Watson, and Isabella Leanna Rose Watson, all of Pine Knot, Kentucky, and one sister: Marea Jones of Whitley City, Kentucky.
Gurnie was a member of the Beulah Heights Church. He loved his family and friends. He enjoyed fishing, working on vehicles, and being a great father to his children.
Graveside Services were Monday, September 19, 2016 at 11:00 AM in the Higginbotham cemetery with Scotty Corder officiating.
McCreary County Funeral Home entrusted with the arrangements.
Morene Wilson, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2016, at her home in Parkers Lake, Kentucky. She has attained the age of 90 years, seven months and three days.
Born in the Beulah Heights community on February 12, 1926, she was the daughter of Luther and Maudie (Strunk) Bryant. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Luther Wilson, Jr. two sons: David and Roger Wilson, a daughter: Shirley Lovall, two brothers: Ronald and Kenneth Bryant, and three sisters: Earlene, Earnie and infant Glenna.
She is survived by two sons: Chester Wilson of Monticello, Kentucky and John Wilson of Whitley City, Kentucky, three daughters: Tenna Hardwick (husband Terry) of Falmouth, Kentucky, Polly Wilson of Parkers Lake and Connie Wilson of Parkers Lake, six grandchildren: Jerry, Kenny, Donnie, Terry, Johnny and Kacey, and nine great grandchildren. She has one surviving brother, Donald Bryant of Whitley City, and one sister, Opal Richardson of Blanchester, Ohio.
Ms. Wilson was retired from the McCreary County Schools where she worked for 32 years as a cook at Eagle Elementary. She was a member of the Pleasant Knob Baptist Church. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, gardening and taking trips to Florida. She loved her family and loved and lived life to the fullest.
Funeral services were Sunday, September 18, 2016, in the chapel of McCreary County Funeral Home with Bro. Dillard Bryant and Bro. Dwayne Perry officiating. She will be laid to rest at the Angel Cemetery at Stearns.
McCreary County Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.
John Robert “Bob” Billingsley, age 56, of Springdale, Ohio passed away September 26, 2016.
Celebration of life services were held Saturday, September 10, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the Mt. Healthy United Methodist Church, Mt. Healthy, Ohio.
Survivors include his wife, Patricia Vanover Kelsch Billingsley, his parents, John and Margie Billingslley, mother-in-law, Eula Vanover, children, Duncan Billingsley and his wife, Stephanie, and Morgan Billingsley, stepchildren, Chris Kelsch and his wife, Britney, Melody Bowman, Nate Bowman, and Amanda Ullom, grandchildren, Auggie, Griffin, Syren, Mason, Camron, Harper, and June, brothers Steve Billingsley and Mark Billingsley, sister, Anne Hawley and her husband, Bob, brothers-in-law, Ray Vanover and Rusty Vanover, special aunt Amy Ivanoff and several cousins, nieces, nephews, and other family members.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the Marlar Cemetery.
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home is serving the family of John Robert Billingsley.
Dillmon Jones, age 87, of Dearborn, Michigan formerly of McCreary County passed away Sunday, September 11, 2016.
Funeral service will be on Friday, September 16, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of the Pine Knot Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in the Slaven Roberts Cemetery. The family will recieve friends on Thursday September 15, 2016 from 6:00pm until 9:00pm at the funeral home.
Born July 16, 1929, in Slaven, he was the son of the late Luther and Myrtle (Koger) Jones. Also preceding him in death was his brother Dee Jones; three sisters Gathia Roysdon, Stella Jones, and Kathy Jones.
Surviving family include his sons Donald Jones and wife Patsy of Slaven, Ronald Jones of Coppersville, Dewayne Jones of Dearborn, Mark Jones and fiancé Jackie of Dearborn, and Gary Farver of Greenwood, South Carolina. Three brothers Wolford Jones of Slaven, Golmand Jones of Lafollette, Indiana, Harvey Jones of Lafolletta; five sisters Gertie Phillips of Pine Knot, Zella Mendoza of Monticello, Bertha Worley of Stearns, Clova Koger of Oneida, Curlie Matthews of Whitley City, he is also survived by 7 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
Dillmon enjoyed yardwork, coming down south, his dog, his birds, and talking about his father.
Pine Knot Funeral Home is assisting the family of Dillmon Jones with funeral arrangements.
Stephanie Ann Lindsey age 45, daughter of Phillip Lindsey and Diana Sue (Tucker) Lindsey Schulte, passed away Saturday, September 10, 2016.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Carter Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday after 1:00 pm until time for services at the funeral home.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home is serving the family of Mrs. Stephanie Lindsey.
A complete obituary was not available at press time but will be printed in the next issue of The Voice.
Ryce Slaven, Jr. age 81 years, 6 months, and 14 days of Wilmore, Kentucky Wednesday, August 31, 2016, at the Thomson-Hood Veterans Center.
Funeral services were held Thursday, September 8, 2016, at 1:00pm in the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home with Bro. officiating. Burial followed in the Stearns Cemetery.
He was born in McCreary County, Kentucky on February 17, 1935 the son of Ryce and Carrie (Ross) Slaven. Ryce retired as a Production Supervisor at IBM and was of the Baptist. He enjoyed UK basketball, camping, golfing, and watching the stock market.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, L.B. Slaven; and sister, Louise Foster.
Survivors include his daughter, Hollie Slaven Anderson of Lexington, Kentucky; brother, Bob Slaven and wife, Betty of Lousiville, Kentucky; grandchildren, Tasia (Bradley) Lunsford, Zabriel Anderson, Haley Reed, and Joseph Scott; and great grandchildren, Daisy and Brentley.
Hickman Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Ryce Slaven, Jr.
Kaitlin Faith Smart was welcomed into this world on Wednesday, September 7, at 12:53pm, by her loving parents, Bryanna Perry Smart and Josh Smart. Faith weighed 4 pounds and was 15 1/2 inches in length. She had a beautiful patch of soft blonde hair, 10 long fingers and 10 perfect toes. She fought hard to get here and to stay for 1 hour and 20 minutes. But her little lungs were tired and Our Heavenly Father had made a place for her, so we had to let her go.
Though her time on earth was brief, Faith was deeply loved by so many, including Bryanna & Josh (Mommy & Daddy); her grandparents Bryan Perry, Flossie Perry, Anna Smart, Henson Stanton, Rocky Martin, Shawna Crawford, Cathy Coomer, and Hoover Perry; great uncle Larry Perry; aunts Ashley Perry, Maria Ball, Jennifer Hughes, Amy Crabtree, Katie Lay, and Racheal Anderson; uncles Ronald Sellers, Shane Stanton, Dakota Jennings, Thomas Colwell, Joe Anderson, Oscar Hughes, all of McCreary County, and many loving cousins and friends.
Private services were held Sunday, September 11, 2016 with Bro. Mike Cassada presiding. Faith will rest in peace at Stearns Cemetery.
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Kaitlin Faith Smart.
Katheryn Soard age 75, wife of James Soard, of Stearns, Kentucky passed away Sunday, September 11, 2016 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at 1:00 pm at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home. Burial followed in the Silerville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday after 6:00 pm at the funeral home.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home is serving the family of Mrs. Katheryn Soard.
A complete obituary was not available at press time but will be printed in the next issue of The Voice.
Eva Strunk age 84 years, 5 months, and 9 days of Pine Knot, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at her home.
Funeral services were held Saturday, September 10, 2016, at 8:00pm at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home with Bro. Willis Troxell and Bro. Stanley Taylor officiating. Committal services were held Sunday, September 11, 2016 at 11:00am at the Jones Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were, Shannon Hamlin, James King, Terry McKee, Jerry King II, Tony Worley, Adam McKee, and Trevor King.
She was born in Strunk, Kentucky on March 28, 1932 the daughter of Clarence and Mable (Strunk) Strunk. Eva was a member of the Otter Creek Baptist Church. She was a retired store clerk, who enjoyed quilting, crocheting, gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family. Eva will be remembered as a super caring mother who sacrificed for her family and friends with a gracious spirit.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Kenneth King, Lonnie Walker, and Kenneth Strunk; son, Lonnie Walker, Jr.; daughter, Rosalie Hamlin; a son-in-law, Eddie McKee; brothers, Denton Strunk, Cleamon Strunk, and Luster Strunk; and a sister, Edith Stephens.
Survivors include her sons, J.D. King and wife, Pearl of Rockwood, Tennessee and Jerry King and wife, Darlene of Stearns, Kentucky; daughters, Joan McKee of Beulah Heights, Kentucky, and Zella Worley and husband, Tony of Stearns, Kentucky; a granddaughter, Lonna Faye Walker whom she raised as her own child of Pine Knot, Kentucky; a sister, Letha Carter of Strunk, Kentucky; 11 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren.
Hickman Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Eva Strunk.
William Jake Thomas, age 74, of Somerset, passed from this life on Monday, September 12, 2016, at the home of his daughter.
William was born on December 2, 1941, in the Combs Community, son of the late Jacob “Jake” and Cora Myrtle Sego Thomas. He was a Vietnam War veteran, serving his country in the U.S. Army. William was a self-employed mechanic. He was a member of the American Legion Post #115 and the Meece VFW, in Scott County, Tennessee. William enjoyed writing and having company, especially when company was his grandchildren. He loved being outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. William loved working on old cars and tinkering around the house, trying to invent new motors.
He is survived by his sons, Michael Warren Thomas, of Whitley County, and Mark Edward Thomas, of McCreary County; his daughter, Jennifer Thomas, of Somerset; his sister, Opal Marie Patrick, of McCreary County; his five grandchildren, Tyler Michael Thomas, Nathan Allen Thomas, Joshua Tristan Thomas, Marc Damien Thomas and Ciera Leann Thomas; and his former wife and mother of his children, Imogine Angel Thomas, of McCreary County.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Jessie A. Thomas, Forrest Edward Thomas and Boyd Allen Thomas; and his sister, Claira Mabel Elam.
A private service will be held for William’s family at a later date. Burial will be in the Barren Fork Cemetery of McCreary County.
Southern Oaks Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Wilba Walker age 86 years, 2 months, and 26 days of Whitley City, Kentucky passed away Saturday, September 10, 2016 at her home.
Funeral services were held Monday, September 12, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home with Bro. Harmon Taylor officiating. Burial followed in the Flat Rock Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were, Shaine Corder, Rick Corder, JerRick Corder, Jesse Troxell, Johnny Troxell, and Roger Owens.
She was born June 15, 1930 in Scott County, Tennessee to Harold Jeffers and Verna (Wilson) Jeffers. Wilba was a member of the Whitley City Christian Church. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, crocheting, and cats. Wilba will always be remembered as a loving, caring, and great mother and homemaker.
Preceding her in death are her parents; her husband, Charles L. Walker; and a son, Merial Carter.
Survivors include her son, Jeff Carter (and Jane) of Whitley City, Kentucky; daughters, Sandy Morrow (and Mark) of Whitley City, Monique Watson and husband, Donnie, of Ravenna, Kentucky, Tessa McClendon (and Steve) of Whitley City, Kentucky, Vanessa Smith and husband, Tony, of Marshes Siding, Kentucky, and Siotha Taylor and husband, JR, of Stearns, Kentucky; a daughter-in-law, Sandy Carter, of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky; 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Mrs. Wilba Walker.
Anna Lee Wright age 88 years, 3 months, and 10 days of Stearns, Kentucky passed away Monday, September 5, 2016 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
Graveside services were held Saturday, September 10, 2016, after 3:00pm at the Wright Cemetery with Bro. Walt Swyers officiating.
She was born in the Paunch Creek Community of Strunk, Kentucky on May 26, 1928 to John Lawrence and Elva (King) Ross. Anna was a member of the Valley Station Baptist Church. She became a homemaker after retiring from the Job Corps. Anna had also worked at the King Edward Restaurant and in past time was a valued employee for the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home. Anna graduated from the McCreary County High School and during her time there, she enjoyed cheerleading. She also enjoyed caring for family, basket weaving, and was an avid reader. Anna will be best remembered as a kind loving family woman.
She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Dorman Ross, son-in-law, Gary Kinsella; and a brother-in-law, Joe Anderson.
Survivors include her son, Arthur D. (Donnie) Wright, Jr. and wife, Rita of Stearns, Kentucky; daughters, Jamie Swyers and husband, Walt of Louisville, Kentucky, Cissy Kinsella of Stearns, Kentucky, and Nancy Heitlauf and husband, Mike of LaGrange, Kentucky; brothers, David Ross and wife, Kathy of Marshes Siding, Kentucky and Maurice Ross and wife, Ruth of Beaver Dam, Kentucky; sisters, Bertha Jo Anderson and Donna Ross both of Whitley City, Kentucky, and June Ross of Revelo, Kentucky; 6 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.
Serving as pallbearers were Ryan Wright, Chris Siegfried, Matt Swyer, Mike Ross, Jime Kinsella, and Mike Heitlauf.
Hickman Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Anna Lee Wright.
Tyler Dewayne Stephens-Jones, age 16, passed away Friday, September 2, 2016, in Parkers Lake, Kentucky.
He was born on September 9, 1999, in Scott County, Tennessee. He is the son of Richard and Sherry (King) Stephens of Stearns, Kentucky, grandson of Rama Wilson of Stearns and the late Gene King. He is a brother to Kyle Wayne Stephens-Jones of Stearns, Josh Stephens (and wife Tiffany) of Stearns, Devin Stephens of Stearns, P.J. Paul (husband Eli) of Crawfordville, Florida, Madison Rain Stephens of Stearns, and baby brother Isaiah. He has four nephews and nieces: Elijah, Kainah, Gracelyn and Lily, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Tyler was a junior at McCreary Central High School and a member of the Day Ridge Pentecostal Church. He enjoyed mud riding, working on four-wheelers, motorcycles and lawn mowers and hanging out with his friends. He was a very strong yet compassionate person that will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Funeral services were Wednesday, September 7, 2016, in the chapel of Pine Knot Funeral Home with Bro. Rodrick Foster officiating.
Pine Knot Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Ryce Slaven, Jr. age 81 of Wilmore, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at the Thomson-Hood VA Center.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday (September 8, 2016) at 1:00pm in the Hickman-Strunk Funeral. Burial will follow in the Stearns Cemetery. The family will receive friends after 12:00pm Thursday at the funeral home.
Hickman Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Ryce Slaven, Jr.
A complete obituary was not available at press time but will be printed in the next issue of The Voice.
Delmer Eugene Stanfill age 80 years, 5 months, and 30 days of Pine Knot, Kentucky Wednesday, August 31, 2016, at his home.
Funeral services were held Saturday, September 3, 2016, at 11:00am in the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home with Bro. Dennis Neal officiating. Burial followed in the Pine Knot Cemetery.
He was born in Pine Knot, Kentucky on March 1, 1936 the son of Ernest and Mosie Pearl (Privett) Stanfill. Delmer was a member of the Orie S. Ware Masonic Lodge #874 and Laurel Heights Order of the Eastern Star #288. He served his country in the US Army and retired from Ford Motor Company as a welder and as a Bus Driver from the McCreary County School System.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Elwanna (Manning) Stanfill; brother, Bill Stanfill; sister, Doris Cornelius; and an infant brother.
Survivors include his sons, Delmer E. Stanfill, Jr. and wife, Karen of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and David Wayne Stanfill and wife, Sheila of Hamilton, Ohio; daughter, Sharon Murphy and husband, Pat of Greer, South Carolina; brother, Roger Stanfill of Norwood, Ohio; and sister, Pauline Chitwood of Strunk, Kentucky; grandchildren, Bryan Murphy, Jason Murphy, Nicholas Stanfill, Desiree Walters, Andrew Molina, Nick Wisdom, and Emerald Wisdom; and great grandchildren, Joseph Hill, Christopher Hill, Alex Hill, Randall Stanfill, Brandon Bednez, Bryan Bednez, Paisley Grace Murphy, Tristan Walters, Danielle Wisdom, and Cameron Wisdom.
Hickman Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Delmer E. Stanfill.
Eva Strunk age 84 of Pine Knot, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at her home.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 8:00pm in the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home. The family will receive friends after 6:00pm Saturday at the funeral home. Committal Service will be held Sunday 11:00am at the Jones Cemetery
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home is serving the family of Mrs. Eva Strunk.
A complete obituary was not available at press time but will be printed in the next issue of The Voice.
Anna Lee Wright age 88 of Stearns, Kentucky, was the widow of Arthur D.. Wright, Sr. passed away Monday, September 5, 2016 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
Funeral Procession will leave Saturday at 3:00pm from the Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home. Followed by graveside service at the Wright Cemetery. The family will receive friends after 1:00pm Saturday at the funeral home.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home is serving the family of Mrs. Anna L. Wright.
A complete obituary was not available at press time but will be printed in the next issue of The Voice.
Kenneth Roger Foster, 76, of Knoxville, died August 25, 2016, at his home in Farragut.
Mr. Foster was born January 2, 1940, in Whitley City, Kentucky, to Corbett and Nora (King) Foster.
He received a Doctorate of Math Education from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville and was a Professor of Mathematics at both the College and High School levels. After teaching, he spent nearly 40 years as an Executive in the Coal and Natural Gas industries. He served as Executive Vice President for The Coal Creek Company and after retirement, served on the company’s Board of Directors.
He enjoyed bowling and playing golf with his friends and family. He enjoyed the time he was able to spend with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Wilda Foster of Knoxville; sons Kenneth Roger II and Kyle Russell and their spouses; and several grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father, Corbett Foster and mother, Nora Foster.
He will be missed by all.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, www.knoxrmhc.org.
A reception will be held on Sunday, September, 11th from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Milestones Event Center next door to the Click Funeral Home Farragut Chapel, 11915 Kingston Pike.
Obituary provided as a Courtesy of Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home.
Delmar Lee Neal, age 56, of Strunk, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2016, at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky.
He was born in Jellico, Tennessee, on May 28, 1960, the son of the late Darrell and Martha Magdalene (Lay) Neal. Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, Jackie Lynn Neal, and two sisters: Eileen Marion and Gail Neal Moore.
Surviving family include his wife, Nancy (Tommie) Neal of Strunk, whom he married May 29, 1997, two sons: Christopher Maggard (wife Dezirae) and Ezekial Ryan Neal of Strunk, a brother: Davy Neal of Strunk, a sister: Ella Moore (husband Harold) of Pine Knot, and a grandchild: Dejah Maggard of Chatsworth, Georgia. He has several nieces, nephews, special nephew: Bradley Howard, friends and special friends: Johnny and Amanda Hansen, Dave and Steve Meadows, and Shannon Murphy as well as his family in Georgia.
Delmar had worked as a stone mason and brick layer for Steve Radcliff for years. He enjoyed fishing, being outdoors and checking on his friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Funeral services were held Friday, August 26, 2016, at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Pine Knot Funeral Home with Bro. Tim Stephens officiating. Special music was by the Neal Family. He was laid to rest at the Hayes Creek Cemetery.
Pine Knot Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral services.
Bobby Ross, 49, of Ludlow, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood, KY. He was an avid UK fan that loved a party. Bobby enjoyed dancing and spending time with his family.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Ann Ross (1972).
Survivors include his father, Noble Ross of Ludlow; sisters, Sheila Lyon (Kenny Richardson) of Ludlow, Sherry Winters (Ron) of Erlanger, Sharon Tucker (Barry) of Ludlow; brothers, Allen Lyon of Bromley, Wesley Lyon (Melissa) of Dry Ridge, Ray Hatter of Latonia, Russ Hatter (Pam) of Florence, Ron Hatter (Vickie) of Mason, OH, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Service was held Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at Ronald B. Jones Funeral Home, 316 Elm Street, Ludlow, KY 41016.
Graveside service and interment August 31, 2016 at noon in Angel Cemetery, Stearns, KY.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Specialty Select Hospital, 85 N. Grand Avenue, Ft. Thomas, KY.
Ronald B. Jones Funeral Home is serving the family. Online condolences to www.ronaldbjones.com
Delmer Eugene Stanfill age 80 of Pine Knot, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at his home.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday (September 3, 2016) at 11:00am in the Hickman-Strunk Funeral. Burial will follow in the Pine Knot Cemetery. The family will receive friends after 6:00pm Friday at the funeral home.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.strunkfuneralhome.net
Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home is serving the family of Mr. Delmer E. Stanfill.
A complete obituary was not available at press time but will be printed in the next issue of The Voice.
Eskie Lee Watson, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 26, 2016, at her home in Pine Knot, Kentucky, with her loving family by her side. She had attained the age of 85 years, two months and seven days.
She was a homemaker and member of the Revelo Church of God. Eskie and Rev. Watson pastored Jellico Creek Church of God for 29 years having recently retired. For those 29 years, Eskie lead the music and loved to sing songs of praise. She took great pride in raising multiple gardens every year and she loved her animals and flowers. She was very loving and faith-filled and in her last days praised the Lord for her blessings and continued to offer multitudes of prayers for the sick and the lost.
She was born in McCreary County on June 19, 1931, the daughter of the late George and Fannie (Foster) Roberts. She is preceded in death by a daughter Shirley Baker and 10 brothers and sisters: Floyd Roberts, Cullen Roberts, Dimpsey Roberts, Milford Roberts, Mevola Young, Nola Taylor, Ocie Foster, Evie Davis and Onie New, and a grandson, Larry Matthew Watson.
Surviving family include her husband Rev. Edison Watson of Pine Knot, whom she married June 9, 1950, their children: Larry Watson (wife Gloria) of Pennsylvania, Glenna Gregory (husband Mike) of Stearns, Kentucky, Stella Watson of Whitley City, Kentucky, 10 grandchildren: Candy, Brandon, Chrissy, Ronnie Allen, Tony, Christy, Daniel, Jordan, and Larry Dale, seven great grandchildren: Joshua, Lucas, Sam, Tabitha, Zack, Caleb and Ava and a great granddaughter, Journey.
Funeral services were Sunday, August 28, 2016, at the Revelo Church of God with Bro. Leslie Gilreath, Bro. Scott Corder and Bro. Mike Gregory officiating.
Burial followed at the Watson Cemetery.
Pine Knot Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral services.
