Obituaries

Cheryl Parks, age 78, of Broadhead, KY, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Rockcastle Regional Hospital. She was born August 27, 1947 in Lee County, VA to the late James H. and Carolyn Pea Kersey. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by one brother, Kyle Kersey. She is survived by three children, Jason Parks (Corrie) of Jellico, TN, James Parks of Williamsburg, KY, Joshua Parks (Danielle) of Oak Ridge, TN, eight grandchildren, Paige Newman (Zachary), Katelyn Parks, Mikey Parks, Isabelle Parks, Dylan Parks, Jayden Parks, Madison Parks, Addison Watts, eight great grandchildren, Prestlee Hurst, Brantlee Hurst, Harper Newman, Navee Newman, Jhett Newman, Linkan Wilson, Malcom Wilson,...

Peggie Jean Singley Stephens, age 93, of Corbin, Ky, passed away Monday, November 17th, 2025, in Corbin, Ky.Peggie was born August 23, 1932, in Corbin, Kentucky, to the late H.G. “Grady” and Lottie Mae O’Neal Singley. She was also preceded in death by her sister Frances Crane and brothers J.B., Terrell, and Jerry Singley. Peggie graduated from Corbin High School in 1950. She was married to the late Allen R. “Skeeter” Stephens on June 21, 1952, at First United Methodist Church of Corbin by Rev. Ralph Wesley. Peggie was a dedicated and active member of the First United Methodist Church, which later became Grace on the Hill Community Church. She received...

James Alfred Sharp II, affectionately known as “Brother,” went to be with the Lord on November 11, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on May 17, 1943, to James Alfred Sharp and Opal Ruth (Silcox) Sharp, James lived a life marked by devotion to his family, friends, and faith. James was preceded in death by his beloved parents and his cherished grandson, Nathaniel James Sharp. His legacy continues through his devoted son, James Alfred Sharp III, and daughter-in-law, Eileen (Lapak) Sharp. He is lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, J.R. Sharp and Patrice Sharp, as well as a host of extended family and friends who mourn his passing and celebrate the...

Robert Dwayne Rickett, of Highland Heights, Kentucky, was born on April 22, 1963, in Whitley County, Kentucky. He was the beloved son of Bill Rickett of Williamsburg, Kentucky, and the late Susie Taylor Rickett. He is survived by two brothers, Michael Rickett of Williamsburg and Jason Rickett; aunts, Pauline Johnson, Alma Hamblin, Barbara Barton, Sue Elliott, Bonnie Mullins, and Mary Faye Irvin; and special cousins, Fonnie Lawson, Lisa Manus, Rhonda Curnutt, Missy Grubb, and Carla Hunter; along with a host of other family and friends who will deeply mourn his passing. In addition to his mother, Robert was preceded in death by his cousin, Dewayne Elliott; and two uncles, Mack Rickett...

Betty Sue (Smith) Lindsay, affectionately known as “Sue,” went to be with the Lord on November 7, 2025, at UK Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on September 30, 1944, to Perry Smith and Genevieve (Hurst) Smith. Sue lived a life of devotion, love, and kindness that touched all who knew her. Sue was preceded in death by her beloved parents; her husband, Donald Gene Lindsay; her son, Donald Scott Lindsay; and her brothers, Denver Smith, David Smith, and George Smith. Their memories live on through the family and friends who cherished them, as well as through Sue’s enduring legacy. She is survived by her loving son, Dave Lindsay and his wife Lisa;...

Glen Peace, age 79, of Siler, KY, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Baptist Health Corbin. He was born March 3, 1946 in Whitley County, KY, to the late Bob and Sallie Jane Rose Peace. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by four brothers, Alfred Peace, Albert Peace, Claud Peace, William Dub Peace; and five sisters, Nona Peace, Flara Peace, Gladys Adams, Doshie Monhollen, and Rhoda Peace Paul. He ran Peace’s Grocery in Siler, KY, for many years. He is survived by his brother, Clearence Peace of Siler, KY; special friend and co-worker, Pat Hill of Siler, KY; and many friends, nieces, nephews, and a community who will...

Jeloise “Jaye” Lewis of Corbin passed peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, November 10, 2025. She was a caretaker in every sense of the word - loving and caring for everyone who came into her life. She was a feisty, independent woman who loved to laugh and go to yard sales. She was also very lucky at bingo and at the casino. She loved her family fiercely. Nothing pleased her more than making chicken and dumplings and other favorite dishes at family gatherings. She was born May 20, 1940 in Ages, KY to Hayes and Vicie Lewis. She, like many of her generation, moved to Cincinnati, OH in her teen years...

Arnold Young, age 66, of Williamsburg, Ky., passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Hazard Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born August 9, 1959 in Corbin, Ky. to the late Carl Eugene and Joyce Martin Young. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Glenda Young; and one son, Eric Young. He is survived by five children, Victoria Irwin of Williamsburg, Ky., Misty Chavez of Oneida, TN, Darren Napier, Derrick Young of Williamsburg, Ky., Cecil Napier; several grandchildren; and great-grandchildren; two sisters, Sheila Reeves of Corbin, Ky., and Lisa Nicholson (Earl) of Williamsburg, Ky.; several nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and friends to mourn...

Stuart S. “Tootie” Mack III, age 86, of Williamsburg, Ky., passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Williamsburg Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born December 19, 1938 in Whitley County, Ky. to the late Stuart Jr. and Pauline Foley Mack. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by three sisters, Vivian Lynch, Verna Rountree and Alene Powers. He was Ordained Deacon at Pleasant View Baptist Church, he was a member of Main Street Baptist Church, he was a member of Williamsburg Masonic Lodge #490 F&AM and he worked for 34 years with Kentucky Department of Transportation as Assistant Resident Engineer. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Miller...

Florence Lawson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, at LaFollette Medical Center in LaFollette, Tennessee, with her loving children by her side. Florence’s life was marked by her unwavering devotion to her family, her faith, and her community. Her most cherished moments were the countless hours spent with her 13 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Florence was known for her strong Baptist faith and reading the Bible daily, a practice that enriched her life and those around her. She had a zest for life, which was evident in her enthusiasm for cheering on the Tennessee Volunteers’ football and basketball teams. Her joy was...