Obituaries

Jim D. Jones, age 76, of Corbin, KY, passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at his home. He was born July 21, 1949 in Pulaski County, KY, to the late James W. and Helen Anderson Jones. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis Jones; grandson, Tye Hamblin; and one sister, Donna Kay Ping. He is survived by his two daughters, Shea Lawson (Shawn) of Corbin, KY, Tara Prewitt (Jeff) of Corbin, KY; three grandchildren, Bryson Lawson (Kenzie), Emily Hamblin, Logan Prewitt; one great-grandson, Asher Lawson; several nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing. Funeral services were Sunday, August 24, at the...

Rhonda Petrey, age 73, of Gray, KY, formerly of Corbin, KY, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025 at Baptist Health Corbin. She was born April 7, 1952 in Marlow, OK to the late Boyd and Faye Autry Daubenspeck. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Granville Petrey; and one daughter, Becky Petrey Thomas. She is survived by two children, Diana Petrey Herald (Blaine Alan) of Somerset, KY, and Mary Ann Brock (Sam) of Gray, KY; numerous grandchildren; and great-grandchildren; two sisters, Lynne Howard (Rick) of Oklahoma City, OK, Sherrill Farriester (Paul) Choctaw, OK; one brother, Terry Careathers of Oklahoma City, OK; special friends, Lois Petrey and Janice...

Verna Lee Bruce, age 90, of Corbin, Ky., passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025 at Baptist Health Corbin. She loved the Lord and had actively served in both Corinth Missionary Baptist Church and Corbin Full Gospel Church of God. She was a retired librarian in the Boone County School System. She was born February 16, 1935 in Corbin, Ky. to the late William A. and Marie McKeehan Smith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Verneda Sturgill (Robert), Verldon K. Smith (Billie), and Vernon “Toby” Smith; and her first husband, Ralph Hickey, to whom she was married 25 years. She is survived by her...

Glenn Garlan Gilliam, Jr., age 72, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at the Eastern Kentucky Veterans Center in Hazard, Ky. Glenn was born August 28, 1952 to the late Glenn Garlan Gilliam, Sr. and Mary Begley Gilliam. He was retired from The United States Postal Service and a former service member of the United States Navy. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Angela Gilliam Clarkson. Glenn is survived by brother-in-law, Marlin Clarkson of Waynesburg, KY; and three nieces. A graveside service was held with military honors on Friday, August 22, at Pine Hill Cemetery in Corbin, KY. Condolences can be made to the family by visiting www.Oneilfh.com. O’Neil-Lawson Funeral Home in...

Peggy Bird, age 88, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at her home. She was born February 18, 1937 in Whitley County, KY, to the late Lawrence and Edna Kitchen Prewitt. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Nolan Bird; one daughter, Nola Lou Gregory (Rex); and six brothers and sisters. She is survived by her granddaughter, Heather Hudson (John Edward) of Williamsburg, KY; one sister, Wanda Sue Brassfield (Kyle) of Emily, MI; one brother, James Prewitt of Emily, MI; several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends and family to mourn her passing. At the request of the family all services will be private. Condolences...

Joshua “Josh” Scott Wynn, age 48, of the Kensee Community of Williamsburg, Kentucky passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the U.K. Good Samaritan Hospital. He was born May 9, 1977, in Frankfort, Indiana. Josh is survived by his mother, Lida (Houston) Lawson; sisters, Christina Carr and husband Shannon, and Megan Duvall; nephew and niece, Justin McCullugh, Jr., and Aleah Duvall; and a host of friends and family to mourn his passing. The family will receive friends from 3-5 pm on Saturday, August 23, at the Harp Funeral Home Chapel, with a memorial service at 5 pm with Rev. Billy Carpenter officiating. Harp Funeral Home of Jellico in charge of arrangements.

We regret to announce the passing of Alice Huddleston, who departed this life on August 18, 2025. Alice was a beloved figure in her community, known for her love of sewing and quilting. She left an indelible mark on all those fortunate enough to know her, be it family, friends, or acquaintances. Her warmth and kindness were as constant as the needle and thread she so skillfully wielded, creating beautiful tapestries of love and connection within her family and community. Alice is survived by her children, Mary Peanut (Alvin) Gibson, Ronnie Hill, Dennis Hill, Charlotte (Tom) Sharp, Lisa Chaffin, Terry (Joann) Broyles, Sharron (Jim) Lindsay, and Chris (Miranda) Broyles. She is...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Santaina Carter, 32, born on February 28, 1993, in Knoxville, TN. Renowned for her loving nature and vivacious spirit, Santaina was a beacon of hope and joy to many. She resided in Emlyn, Kentucky, where her boundless love and zest for life touched the hearts of many in the community. Santaina was a dedicated and caring mother to her children, Lorenzo Carter, of Williamsburg, Kentucky, Brayden Hubbard, of Manchester, Kentucky, and Lola Hubbard, of Manchester, Kentucky who will forever cherish her memory. She was the beloved daughter of Lisa Martinez and her husband, Jose of Emlyn, Kentucky; and the cherished sister...

Rev. Charles Henry “Chuck” Spice, age 80, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin. Born in Detroit, Michigan, he served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam era. After graduating from college and seminary, he became a Pastor in the Kentucky Conference of the United Methodist Church, serving numerous churches in the eastern part of Kentucky, including Corbin Trinity and Felts Chapel in North Corbin. He attended Trinity Methodist Church after retirement. Rev. Spice was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Henry and Catherine Louise Spice Newcomb; his stepfather, Victor Newcomb; his wife, Marlene Kay Finchem Spice; a son, Charles “Chuckie” Spice; a...

Olaf Howard Faulkner, born February 24, 1932, peacefully passed away on August 5, 2025, at Williamsburg Health and Rehab in Williamsburg, Kentucky. Howard was a respected individual within his community, known for his passion for golf and his dedicated membership with the Fellowship Baptist Church in Lebanon, Ohio. Howard is survived by his step-daughter, Charlotte Wiederhold; his sister, Jeree McCain; sister, Barbara Lee; and brothers, William, Ronnie, and Michael Faulkner. He leaves behind several nieces, nephews, and a host of other family and friends to mourn his passing. He was preceded in death by his father, Andrew Faulkner; mother, Dorothy Faulkner; his wives, Nadine and Edith Faulkner; his sisters, Maggie Young, Shirley...