Obituaries

Jason Dean Hill, age 44, of Meadow Creek Road, Rockholds, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Baptist Health Corbin. He was born on December 19, 1981, in Corbin, Kentucky, to Donnie Hill and Brenda (Johnson) Hill. Jason found true happiness in life’s simple pleasures. He spent many hours watching his favorite movies on his DVD player and listening to music. He also enjoyed Dr. Pepper and fast food. Jason loved traveling, but his favorite place to visit was Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. His gentle presence, warm smile, and loving spirit touched everyone around him. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Doyle and Eunice Hill; his maternal grandparents,...

Ruby (Smith) Klein, age 84, of Newcomb, Tennessee passed away Friday, October 30, 2026, at home. She was born January 9, 1942, in Capuchin, Tennessee. Ruby is preceded in death by her father, Truman Smith; mother, Anna Jane (Bauswell) Smith; brothers, Ova, Curtis and Truman Smith, Jr.; sisters, Opal Trammel, Mary Ruth Woods, Offie Smith, Jeanetta Smith, Hazel Braden, Christine Wilson and Lorene Ramsey. She is survived by son, Adam Klein, Jr; daughter, Deborah Frederich; sister, Irene Lamb; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn her passing. The family will receive friends from 12-2 p.m. on Friday, November 6, at Harp Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service to follow...

Patricia Annise “Patty” (Arnold) Centers, age 79, of Knoxville, Tennessee, formerly of Jellico, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday morning, October 29, 2026, at NHC Healthcare Fort Sanders in Knoxville, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 28, 1947, to the late James E. Arnold, Sr. and Mabel Ruth (Hill) Arnold, in Jellico. She was a graduate of Jellico High School – Class of 1965. She was also a graduate of Cumberland College where she earned both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree. Soon thereafter, Patty met and married the love of her life, Sam Centers, on December 1, 1972. Both of them became schoolteachers and were thereafter affectionately...

Joyce Pitman, born as Joyce Cox on May 20, 1934, in Gatliff, Kentucky, passed away on October 28, 2026. Residing in Williamsburg, Kentucky, Joyce devoted her life to the field of healthcare, making a significant impact as a nurse. Her illustrious 39-year career began at Jellico Hospital and continued at Williamsburg Hospital until its closure. She concluded her professional journey at the Williamsburg Clinic, from which she retired in 1991. Throughout her career, Joyce was known for her dedication and compassion, traits that left a lasting impression on her colleagues and patients alike. Joyce is survived by her beloved children, daughter, Pamela Creekmore and her husband Jimmy Bruce; son, Elmer (Corky)...

Earl Struggs Rains, a beloved resident of Williamsburg, KY, passed away on October 25, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on July 3, 1951, in Williamsburg, Earl spent his life in the heart of Kentucky, working in the logging industry. He was known for his love of the great outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, and he cherished the time spent with his grandchildren, who were the light of his life. Earl’s dedication to his family and his passion for nature will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. Earl is survived by his loving children, Travis Rains and wife Rebecca of Barbourville, KY and Cody Rains of Williamsburg, KY;...

Rev. Clyde Cecil Delk, age 61, of the White Oak Community, Duff Tennessee, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026, at U.T. Medical Center. He was born May 08, 1965, in Jellico, Tennessee. Clyde is preceded in death by his father, Clyde Lewis Delk; and brother, Michael Delk. He is survived by his mother, Mary Louise (Branam) Delk; wife, Vickie (Ridenour) Delk; sons, Brian Delk and wife Beth, Johnathan Delk and wife Tamra, David Delk; daughter, Rebecca Delk; grandchildren, Sarah Powers and husband Matthew, Colton Malicoat, Emily Delk, Alex Delk, Emma Delk, Lilly Hatfield, Kaylynn Moses, Johnathan Delk, Carmen Delk; great-grandchildren, Addison, Oaklee and Winston Powers; brothers, Tim Delk and wife Zelma, David...

Crystal (Hicks) Botts, age 48, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Baptist Health Corbin. She was born October 15, 1978, in Jellico, Tennessee. Crystal is preceded in death by father, Kenneth Hicks; and mother, Melba (Brown) Hicks. She is survived by husband, Christopher Botts; sons, Scottie Botts and wife Jessica, Hunter Botts; daughters, Maddison Botts, and Chloe Botts; grandchildren, Dawson, Sunday and Indie Botts; brother, Jeff Hicks and wife Betty; sister, Sheila Faulkner; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn her passing. The family will receive friends from 12-2 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, Harp Funeral Home Chapel with funeral services to follow at 2...

David E. Owens, age 55, of Jacksboro, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Tennova LaFollette Health and Rehab Center. He was born August 9, 1971, in LaFollette, Tennessee. David is preceded in death by father, Ralph Owens; mother, Joie (Byrd) Owens; and sister, Christy Bowlin. He is survived by wife, Deborah (Thomas) Owens; and her children, Josh Owens, Ashley Douglas; grandchildren, Taler, Emilee and Isbell; brother, Scott Owens and wife Ramona; sister, Kimberly Powers and husband Dustin and children Devin, Kaddy and Bryson; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn his passing. Funeral service was Saturday, October 31, at Harp Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Dennis “Cotton”...

Billy Ray Hatfield, age 85, of Clairfield, Tennessee passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026. He was born February 10, 1941, in Valley Creek, Tennessee. Billy is preceded in death by parents, Ellis and Della (Belew) Hatfield; great-grandchild, Autumn Baird; brothers, Clerance, Elbert, Lonnie, Donnie, and Otis Hatfield and wife Maria; sisters, Juanita Hatfield, Irene Hatfield and husband Ed, Edna York and husband Charles; brother-in-law, David Keener; and sisters-in-law, Sheila Hatfield and Gail Hatfield. He is survived by wife, Nona (Huddleston) Hatfield; sons, Rodney “Steve” Hatfield and wife Kimberly, William Hatfield, Robert Hopkins, John Hopkins and wife Dee; daughter, Angelia Sanchez; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; brothers, Paul Hatfield, Jr. and wife, Carl...

William “Bill” Partin, age 70, of the Kentucky Hill Community of Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away Friday, October 30, 2026, at home. He was born November 19, 1955, in Saxton, Kentucky. Bill is preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen (Fox) Partin; father, Milford Partin; mother, Arettia Partin; brothers, Milford Partin, Jr., Kenneth Partin, Larry Partin, Glennis Partin; and sisters, Eunice Rogers, Faye Partin. He is survived by son, William Jordan Partin and wife Hannah; daughter, Misty Partin; grandchildren, Evelyn Partin and Lincoln Partin; sisters, Betty Goins (Ron), Helen Daugherty (Bill), Reva Richardson (late Johnny), Retha Ward (Randy), Sue Richardson, Maria Thomas; brothers, Dillard Partin (late Helen); and a host of nieces,...