Obituaries

Virgie Hamblin, age 91, of Hazel Park, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Angela Hospice Care Center in Livonia, Michigan. Born on August 2, 1934, in Whitley County, Kentucky, Virgie was the daughter of the late Grant and Margaret Ellen (White) Wilson. She lived a life centered on family, and devotion to those she loved. In addition to her parents, Virgie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charlie Hamblin, with whom she shared 65 wonderful years of marriage; her grandson, Travis Hopson; her sisters, Adeline Wilson and Ada Stone; and her brother, Elbert Wilson. Virgie leaves behind a loving family who will cherish her memory forever....

Granville Moses, age 87, of Jellico, Tennessee, passed away early Monday morning, June 22, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 13, 1939, to the late Leslie Moses and Orpha (Slaton) Moses in Williamsburg, Kentucky. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Elmer Moses, Theodore Moses and Arvil Moses; sister, Ethel Moses; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Carl and Thelma Queener. Granville was a long-time Christian. He was a Past Master of Jellico Masonic Lodge # 527, F. & A. M., a member of both the Knoxville Scottish Rite and Kerbela Shrine Temple. Granville, along with his wife, Glena, were owners...

Leroy A. Gilbert, Jr. or “Lee” as he was known by all, who loved him, was born on December 29, 1964, in Corbin, Kentucky. He was a graduate of Corbin High School in 1983 and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from the University of Kentucky in 1987. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University Of Louisville School Of Law in 1990, and returned to the Tri-County area to practice law until his illness necessitated his recent retirement. He was a born-again believer and spoke openly about his faith. He was a member of Central Baptist Church and spent many years working with the Gideon’s International, speaking in...

Harold Vanover, age 82, of Corbin, KY, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at Baptist Health Corbin. He was born April 8, 1944 in Gatliff, KY, to the late John and Mae Rains Vanover. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by two daughters, Patricia Crider, Melissa Vanover; and two brothers, Kenneth Vanover, and Clayton Vanover. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Vanover of Corbin, KY; four children, Regina Schmidt (David) of Missouri, Brian Jones of Williamsburg, KY, Amber Sumner of Corbin, KY, John Vanover of Corbin, KY; nine grandchildren, Kylie Jones, Kesha Stewarts, Devin Crider, Richard Bohannan, Austin Jones, Braxton Jones, Ricky Sumner, Max McCullah, Finley McCullah;...

Teresa Gail Faulkner, age 66 years, of Williamsburg, Kentucky, died Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at the Baptist Health Corbin. She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on June 23, 1958, the daughter of Howard and Lois F. (Rains) Swain. Teresa was a homemaker who enjoyed working puzzles, making jewelry, helping her church with the Youth Group, kayaking, riding motorcycles, and boating. She is preceded in death by her father; and husband, Albert “Al” Faulkner. Survivors include her mother, Lois F. Swain of Williamsburg, Kentucky; son, Shannon Faulkner (Christy) of Mason, Ohio; daughter, Christina Smith (Josh) of Williamsburg, Kentucky; brothers, Eddie Swain (Ruth) of Berea, Kentucky; grandchildren, Brock Bennett and Aiden Bennett; and special...

Eva Jean Hale, age 63, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Beech Tree Manor. She was born July 19. 1962, in Newcomb, Tennessee. Eva is preceded in death by granddaughter, Emily Morgan; father, Howard Hale; and mother, Mary Louise (Malone) Hale. She is survived by son, Jason Dan Franklin Dople; daughters, Misty Dople, Latoya Dople; grandchildren, Gavin, Ashton, Riley, Haydan, Isabella, Tristian, and Issac; sisters, Brenda Hale, Judy Russell; nieces, Tonya Hale, Ashley Goodman, Zaylee Goodman; cousin, Cathy Small and husband Carl; and a host of friends and family to mourn her passing. Private graveside service was held Saturday, June 20, in Newcomb Cemetery. Harp Funeral Home of Jellico...

Jimmy Leon Shelby, age 80, of White Oak, (Duff) Tennessee, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026, at home. He was born October 12, 1945, in White Oak, Tennessee. Jimmy is preceded in death by wife, Bobbie (Monday) Shelby; father, Clarence Shelby; mother, Nola (Burns) Shelby; and brother, Jerry Eldon Shelby He is survived by son, Jeff Shelby and wife Mary; grandchildren, Cheyenne Shelby, Cierra Ward and husband Nathan; great-grandchildren, Fisher, Kabella and Paisley Ward; brothers, Donnie Shelby and wife Cathy, Dennis Shelby and wife Marilyn; sister, Helena Ridenour and husband John; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn his passing. Graveside service was Tuesday, June 16, in Oddfellow...

Melissa Silcox Haynes, age 59, of Paris, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She was born October 2, 1966, in Hamilton, Ohio. Melissa is preceded in death by son, Larry Paul Silcox; father, Roger Dale Davis, Sr.; mother, Joyce (McGhee) Powell; brothers, Charles “Chuck” Davis, and Roger Dale “Tater” Davis, Jr. She is survived by fiancé, Don Baker; fur babies, Tiny and Martin; grandchild, Desirea Silcox; sisters, Tammy Baker and husband Harvey, Angel Ivey; brother, Kevin Davis; special friend, Dee Warren; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn her passing. Funeral service was Tuesday, June 16, at Harp Funeral Home Chapel with...

Patsy Ann (Burkett) Davis, age 75. of White Oak (Duff), Tennessee passed away Sunday, June 14, 2026, at CHI Saint Joseph London Hospital. She was born September 23, 1950, in Harlan, Kentucky. She was a devoted member of Little White Oak Independent Missionary Baptist Church since 1980. Patsy is preceded in death by her husband of over 54 years, Clyde Davis; father, Audrey Burkett; mother, Nancy (Cloud) Burkett; brothers, Tommy Joe Burkett, Harold Burkett, Junior Malicoat, Jerry Malicoat; sister, Bobby Carroll; father and mother-in-law, Vaitor and Frankie Mae (Taylor) Davis; nephews, Little Man, Daniel Davis, Joe Carroll, Thomas Wayne Carroll; brothers-in-law, Bobby Davis, K.T. Carroll, Willie Gene Ayers, G.B. Roberts,...

Jeffrey Stephens Pappas, 56, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on June 14, 2026. Born on May 7th, 1971 in Chicago, Illinois, Jeffrey lived a life defined by courage, service, dedication, and love for his family and community. He was preceded in death by his parents, Phyllis Privett Martin and George Pappas. Jeff leaves behind his loving wife, Kathy Pappas; his daughter, Shaylee Pappas, and son-in-law, Hunter Trent; his beloved granddaughter, Paris Lee Pappas; his sister, Theresa Hinkle; his stepfather, Jim Martin; his niece, Stephanie Hinkle; nephews, Christopher and Andrew Hinkle; and a host of extended family and friends who will cherish his memory forever. After graduating from high...