Obituaries

Ward Allen Funk, age 90, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Beech Tree Manor. He was born April 29, 1934, in Independence, Missouri. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1952, in Independance, Missouri. Ward was an avid musician and singer for many years; Eldorado Spring, Missouri High School Boys Glee Club 1950-1951; First Christian Church Choir, Eldorado Springs, Missouri 1950-1951; William Chrisman High Acapella Choir 1951-1952; 1st Presbyterian Church Choir, Independence, Missouri 1951-1956; Messiah Choir, Independence, Missouri 1955-1956; Kansas City Philharmonic Chorus, Kansas City, Missouri 1956; U.S. Army Men’s Chorus, Armed Forces Day 1957; Clifford Bryant and New Revivals 1973-1980 as Bass singer and Rhythm...

Onnie O. Meadors, age 90 of Williamsburg, Ky., passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025, at his home. He was born May 7, 1934 in Whitley County, Ky. to the late Soloman and Frankie Vanover Meadors, Along with his parents he was preceded in death by eight siblings, Paris Berman Meadors, Florence Virginia Meadors, Mary Magadelene Meadors, Lilian Heinz, Flossie Birnbaum, George Meadors, Russell Meadors, and Charles Meadors. He is survived by his wife, Betty Meadors of Williamsburg, Ky.; six children, Kennie Davis (Debbie) of Austin Ky., Ginger Robbins of Williamsburg Ky., Dessie Kelly (Mike) of Williamsburg Ky., Pam Huff (Bo Poff) of Corbin Ky., Onnie “Bill” Meadors (Sonya) of Williamsburg, Ky and...

Millard R. “Ray” Hill, Sr., age 85, of Louisville, Kentucky returned to his Heavenly Father on Friday, January 24, 2025, at The Willows at Harrodsburg in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. He was born on February 22, 1939, in Whitley County, Kentucky to the late Lorenzo and Rosa (Mowery) Hill. Ray was a Deacon at Lyons Missionary Baptist Church in Louisville and a member of Zoneton Masonic Lodge #964. He retired from General Electric after 30 years of faithful service. He was a people person and loved to tell jokes where he would laugh out loud even before he got to the punchline. His stories of being raised in Whitley County, Kentucky during the...

Delina Davis, age 64, of Clairfield, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at the North Knoxville Medical Center. She was born January 25, 1960, in Middlesboro, Kentucky. Delina is preceded in death by her father, Vaitor Davis; mother, Frankie Mae (Taylor) Davis; brothers, Bobby Davis, Clyde Davis, and Carl Davis; nephews, Vaitor “Little Man” Davis, Daniel Davis; sisters-in-law, Shirley Davis, and Sherry Davis; and brother-in-law, Green Berry Roberts, Sr. She is survived by her grandchildren, Trenedy Dale Reed, Haven Renee Tolliver, Pheibe Page Tolliver, Korrina Kelly Reed; son, Trenedy Junior Reed; brothers, Lloyd Davis and wife Judy, Kenneth Davis, Wayne Davis, David Davis, Ralph Davis and wife Jackie, Kelly Davis...

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Ezra McKinley Lanham, a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a friend to all whose lives he touched. Ezra was born on September 22, 1955, in Williamsburg, Kentucky, and left us on January 21, 2025. He resided in Corbin, Kentucky, and was a proud retiree. Ezra was a man of many passions. Above all, he cherished his family and friends, always placing their needs above his own. He was also an ardent lover of the great outdoors, often finding solace and peace in nature’s embrace. His life was marked by his unwavering commitment to those he loved and his readiness to...

Janice June Owens Perkins, age 94, passed away at her homeon January 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born January 11, 1931, to George Sherman and Nellie Mae Owens. June dedicated her life to the lord and her seven children; 21 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; and 17 great-great-grandchildren. Her greatest joys came from serving the Lord and spending time with her family. She was a long-standing member of Stanfield United Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents, George Sherman Owens and Nellie Mae Owens; her siblings, Barton Warren Owens, Geraldine Heatherly, Geneva Owens, Hattie Owens; half siblings, Lola Monroe, Virgie Baird, Lottie Belk, Viola Smith and John Owens; her...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robin Leach. Born on September 17, 1969, in Toledo, OH, Robin was a beacon of light to all those who had the pleasure of knowing her. She was an outgoing individual who carried a contagious smile that would radiate warmth and love, brightening up the room and the lives around her. Robin was a woman of strength who weathered the storms of life with grace and positivity, always placing the happiness of her family above all else. Robin’s family was the cornerstone of her existence. She treasured her role as a mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, cherishing the moments...

Christopher Earls, a native son of Corbin, Kentucky, was born on September 1, 1982, and lived his life embodying the spirit of kindness and love. His heart was a kaleidoscope of warmth that radiated to everyone he encountered, and his soul was a melody of compassion that echoed in the hearts of those he knew. Christopher was a beacon of positivity and a lover of the outdoors, whose joy lay in the simple pleasures of life. As the author, Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some...

Michael Allan Tompkins, 81, of Corbin, KY, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025. Mike was born on October 12, 1943, in Evansville, IN. As a young man, Mike moved with his family to Corbin where he became a founding member of the Key Club and a graduate of Corbin High School. He then attended Cumberland College. He also proudly served his country in the United States Army Reserves. He began a career with Whayne Supply where he worked for over 30 years. Mike was a member of the Lions Club and served as the president of the CHS Band Boosters and Corbin’s United Effort. Mike is survived by his loving wife...

Tom A. Ivey, age 77, of Jellico, Tennessee, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. He was born April 13, 1947, in Jellico, Tennessee. Tom is preceded in death by his daughter, Casey Oakes; father, Bill Ivey; mother, Roberta (Bowlin) Ivey; brothers, Jim, Billy Gene, Kenny and Bobby Joe Ivey; and sister, Margaret King. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie (Lewallen) Ivey; son, Matthew Ivey and wife Amy; daughter, Beverly Webb and husband Chuck; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Rose Hackler and husband James, Janie Ivey, Vickie Todd and husband Larry; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn...