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Olan Lawson, age 79, of the Fairview community of Williamsburg, Kentucky passed away Saturday, March 21, 2026, at home. He was born January 22, 1947, in Whitley County, Kentucky. Olan is preceded in death by his father, “Cody” Bill Lawson; mother, Opal Marie (Bennett) Lawson; brothers, Eugene Lawson, Elbert “Sack” Lawson, Floyd “Judge” Lawson, Ray Lawson, Jimmy “Bodine” Lawson, and twin brother, Orie “Cat” Lawson; sisters, Eula Lawson Daugherty, and Geneva “Doll” Lawson. He is survived by his wife, Alice “Pete” (Trammell) Lawson; daughter, Stephanie Lawson; granddaughter, Kaylie Lawson; brothers, Authur Lawson, Dan Lawson and wife Janet; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn his passing. The family will...

Evelyn Jenese (Archer) Perkins, age 102, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Christian Health Center in Corbin, Kentucky. She was born April 15, 1923, in Jellico, Tennessee. Jenese is preceded in death by her husbands, James Heatherly, and Fred Perkins; father, James “Bud” Archer; mother, Ellen (Petrey) Archer; brothers, John Archer, Louis Archer, Henry Archer, Hansford Archer; neice, Shirley Archer; daughters, Virgina Moses and husband Jim, Lois June Kerns and husband Tom. She is survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn her passing. The family will receive friends from 12-2 pm on Thursday, March 26, at Harp Funeral Home Chapel.Funeral services...

Sheila Karen Fincher, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the University of Louisville Hospital. She was born September 9, 1953, in Corbin, Kentucky. A graduate of Lynn Camp High School, Sheila also graduated from Spencerian College. Sheila was preceded in death by her mother, Evelyn; her grandparents, Lila and Luther Carpenter; and her mother-in-law, Zetta Fincher. She leaves behind her loving husband of 42 years, Darrell Fincher; son, Steven Fincher; father-in-law, Terrell Fincher; brother-in-law, Ray Fincher; two sisters-in-law: Doris Adkins (Pleaz) and Lisa Large (Tim); aunt, Jeanette Curry; several cousins, other relatives, and many friends to mourn her passing. Sheila dearly loved her family and spending time with them....

Hudson Paul Suiter, 8 month old son of Ryan and Allison Suiter, passed away Thursday March 12, 2026 at Pikeville Medical Center in Pikeville, Ky. He was born June 27, 2025 in Lexington, Ky. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Paul Suiter; great grandparents, James Smith Jr., Paul Krug, Larry and Lois Hoskins. Hudson’s favorite thing was riding in the wagon with Ollie and Bodie. He loved going to the park and having play dates with his friends. He is survived by his parents, Ryan and Allison Suiter of Pikeville, Ky.; one sister, Ollie Suiter; his twin brother, Bodie Suiter; grandparents, Chris and Tammy Smith of Williamsburg, Ky., Elisa...

Elaine Perkins Lipps, age 84, of Williamsburg, Ky., passed away Thursday March 19, 2026 at Williamsburg Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 26, 1941 in Loyall, Ky. to the late Lee and Margaret Tuggle Lynch. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Lynch; and her nephew James Taylor II. Elaine Perkins Lipps started her journey as a lifelong patient advocate through her time in education, social work, and nursing. She furthered her education through several degrees, diplomas and accomplishments. Elaine was instrumental in the development and implantation of the National Women’s, Infant and Child (WIC) program. From there, she dedicated 50+ years...

Bruce Monhollen, age 68, of Rockholds, Ky., passed away Sunday March 22, 2026 at his home. He was born September 24, 1957 in Jellico, TN to the late Benjamin and Dorothy Egnor Monhollen. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Ann Monhollen. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Monhollen of Rockholds, Ky., two sisters, Wilma Lambdin, and Sherrie Thomas both of Rockholds, Ky.; two brothers, David Monhollen and wife Teresa, and Daniel Monhollen and wife Carla, both of Rockholds, Ky.; several nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing. Funeral service will be 1:00 pm Saturday, March 28, at Ellison Funeral...

Beverly Lester, age 59, went to be with the Lord on March 15, 2026, at Baptist Health in Corbin, Kentucky. Beverly was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, whose life touched many in her community and beyond. She was preceded in death by her beloved grandparents, John and Bessie Dobson; uncles, Ed Dobson (and his wife Dora) and Paul Dobson; aunt, Ora (Dobson) Bunch (and her husband Rev. Ozell Bunch); and her sister, Carolyn Conner. She is survived by her cherished mother, Mary Dobson; uncle, John Dobson and his wife Karen; aunt, Kathy Dobson; sister, Marilyn Freeman and her husband Roscoe; special cousin, Mike Dobson and his wife...

Claude Edward Aker Jr, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, just shy of his 77th birthday. Born on April 12th, 1949, in Williamsburg, KY, Claude spent his life dedicated to his family, his faith, and the community he loved so dearly. Claude was an active member of the Blessed Hope Church, where his faith was an essential part of his inspiring character. He is survived by his loving wife, Norma Aker of Corbin, KY; his sons, Claude Edward Aker III, of Corbin, KY and Nathan D. Aker (Kim) of Corbin, KY; his sisters, Betty Wilder of Williamsburg, KY and Lena Lovett (Fred) of Williamsburg, KY; and his...

Barbara Ann Findley, 85, of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, passed away on March 18, 2026, at The Lantern at Morning Point in Danville, Kentucky. Born on June 24, 1940, in Williamsburg, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Oscar and Lucille (Wyatt) White. Barbara was a warm and caring woman whose love and kindness touched all who knew her. Barbara dedicated many years of her life to the Whitley County Board of Education where she served as a cook. In addition to her daughter, Jennifer Bowers of Harrodsburg, Kentucky; Barbara is survived by her siblings, Janet Hill of Rockholds, Kentucky, Irene Reeder (Otis) of Corbin, Kentucky, Darlene Smith (Charles) of Williamsburg, Kentucky, and Wayne...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Danny Ray Moses II on March 18, 2026, at the Baptist Health in Lexington, Kentucky while undergoing a heart procedure. Danny was a loyal and loving soul known for his humble spirit. His dedication to his family, his work, and his community was second to none. Danny was a hardworking and dedicated employee for Breaktime Vending, his work ethic was only sur-passed by his love for his family. He leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion to his beloved wife, Jennie Moses of Williamsburg, KY; his children, Danny Ray Moses III and wife Emily of Williamsburg, KY and Abigail Moses...