Obituaries

Judy (White) Eaches, age 70, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2026, at Baptist Health Corbin. She was born June 28, 1955, in Jellico, Tennessee. Judy is preceded in death by her father, James Oscar White; mother, Margaret (Henager) White; brother, Leroy White; sisters, Julie Bryant, Donna Kimberlin, Lucille Honeycutt, Linda Douglas, and Helen White. She is survived by daughter, Judith Lindsay Douglas and fiancé Jason Connatser; grandchildren, Serenity Douglas, Walker Douglas; brother, Troy White; honorary sister, Mary Lou Wallace and husband Jim; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn her passing. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, May 21, at Harp Funeral...

David Wayne Jones, having trusted in the promises of Christ, saw the fulfillment of his faith on May 14, 2026. David took every opportunity to share his faith in Jesus Christ with the people he lived near, worked with, and encountered along the way. He was an electrician with General Motors until his beeper went off, then the cap shifted, and when possible, the tools dropped and he became Reverend Jones. Serving 10 years as a United Auto Workers Chaplain, endorsed by the Southern Baptist Convention, he was “the one guy who will listen as you pound out a heartache on the production line.” David and his wife believed that each...

Leigh Ann “Sun Spirit” Fallis passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family and loved ones at 10:15 am on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the age of 55. A native of Frankfort, Kentucky, who lived for years in Corbin, Kentucky, Leigh Ann was the daughter of Teresa Calder Elliott and the late David Lee Fallis. She was a 1990 graduate of Corbin High School and studied for a time at Eastern Kentucky University. She moved back to Frankfort in the early 1990s and went on to become a well-known and popular resident of the South Frankfort neighborhood. She was a dedicated supporter and longtime employee of Special Olympics of...

Helen “Jackie” (Lindsay) Dowdy, age 88, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away Monday, May 11, 2026, at home. She was born May 18, 1937, in Jellico, Tennessee. Jackie is preceded in death by her husband, Harold Brooks Dowdy; father, George Raymond Lindsay; mother, Anna Margaret (Brown) Lindsay; brothers, John Paul Lindsay, Billy Joe Lindsay; sisters, Mary Evelyn Perkins, and Carolyn Collins. She is survived by her daughter, Traci Leigh Dowdy; son, Scott Dowdy; grandchildren, Jordan Dowdy, Jenna Slaughter, Ryan Scott Dowdy, Clayton Dowdy; great-grandchild, Brayden Brooks Aguilar; five loving family pets; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn her passing. The family will receive friends from 5-7 pm on...

In loving memory of Bernard William Charles Faulkner. He was born to Mary and Alfred Faulkner on November 16, 1952 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He passed to be with the Lord in Heaven on May 9, 2026. Preceding in death was his parents, brother, and both loves of his life, Cathy Darlene Faulkner and Kathy Jean Faulkner. In 73 years, he lived a full life of love, God, American rights, and family. Laurel Lake was his home for fishing with his Love. After retirement from Karr Industries as a machinist, his focus became protecting his family and practicing the 2nd amendment. His children became heirs of protection he provided. The love and legacy...

Kenneth Ray “Kenny” Crawford, age 66, passed away on May 7, 2025, at Continue Care Hospital in Corbin, Kentucky. He was born on March 7, 1960, to Kenneth and Zonda Crawford. Kenny was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and family man who cherished the time he spent with those he loved most. He will be remembered for his strong faith, kind heart, and the love he shared with his family and friends throughout his life. Kenny was passionate about sharing his faith through drama ministry, Bible studies, and teaching Sunday School. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Crawford. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Alice Pennington Crawford;...

Loretta Rains, age 73, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026. She was born July 14, 1952 in Whitley County, KY, to the late Oshie and Cora Hamblin Wilson. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Rains; and two brothers, Charles Wilson, and Arnold Wilson. She is survived by two children, Donna Jackson (Elwood) of Williamsburg, KY, Johnny Rains Jr. of Williamsburg, KY; two grandchildren, Michelle Moses (James) of Williamsburg, KY, Lucas Hall of Lexington, K; one great-grandchild, Jayleigh Canady; two sisters, Beulah Wilson of Williamsburg, KY, Wanda Sutton (Joe) of Williamsburg, KY; one brother, Oshie Wilson Jr. (Jenny) of Williamsburg, KY; several...

Keith Andrew Sumner, born July 25, 1971, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the age of 54. He is preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Frank Kimberlin, Frances Kimberlin Cupp, Rev. Grady Cupp; and paternal grandfather, Jack Sumner. Keith is survived by sister, Karie Marlow and husband Vernon of Duff, Tennessee; mother, Karen (Kimberlin) Evans and husband Earl of Duff, Tennessee; father, Eli Sumner and wife Cheryl of Logan, Ohio; paternal grandmother, Ruth May Sumner of Columbus, Ohio; niece, Hailey Ayers and husband Armando of Duff, Tennessee; many aunts, uncles and cousins to mourn his passing. Graveside service was Thursday, May 7, in Campbell Memorial Garden, LaFollette, Tennessee with Rev....

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of David “Todd” Pennington, who left this world on May 4, 2026, at the age of 49. Todd was a man known for his strength, his loyalty, and the quiet way he showed up for the people in his life. He loved deeply, and those who knew him understood just how much that meant. He didn’t say more than he needed to, but in his own way-even in the stories he told-people felt him. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, James “Barber Jim” and Ruby (Browning) Lambdin; his father, Elie E. Pennington; his sister, Christina Pennington; and his infant son, James...

James (Jim) Blankenship, beloved educator, coach, and family man, passed away on May 1, 2026. A graduate of Cumberland College and recipient of a Master’s Degree in Education from Union College, Jim dedicated his life to shaping the minds of young students. His passion for knowledge was only surpassed by his enthusiasm for the sport, leading him to coach within the Whitley County School District for over 40 years. Jim was known for his unwavering commitment to his students, both on and off the field. Jim is survived by his devoted wife, Katie Blankenship; and their loving son, Thor (Cassidy) Blankenship. He is also survived by his siblings, Carl (Vicki) Hill,...