Obituaries

James Campbell Jr., age 62, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Friday February 21, 2025 at the Continue Care Hospital, Corbin, KY. He was born January 13, 1963 in West Plains, Missouri to the late James Edward Campbell Sr. and Dorothy McLaurin Campbell. He is survived by his two children, Heather Burnett (Michael) of Georgetown, TX and Brandon Campbell (Sabrina) of Fort Worth, TX; six grandchildren, Briahna Burnett, Oren Burnett, Terra Campbell, Lynlee Campbell, Reagan Campbell, Connor Campbell; one great-grandson, Matteo Quintana; his mother, Dorothy Campbell Johnston of Williamsburg, KY; two sisters, Ola Patricia Hoyler of Williamsburg, KY and Janice Davis of Knoxville, TN; one brother, Robert Johnston (Michelle) of Rockholds, KY;...

Dr. John David Broome, 90, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025. Born at home in Columbia, MS, on August 20, 1934, he was the son of the late Porter and Tressie Broom. John met the love of his life, Mavis, at 4-H camp as a middle schooler. After graduating from high school, they enrolled at Pearl River Junior College and completed their degrees at Mississippi College in 1956. They soon married and he went on to earn his master’s degree in history and his Th.D. in church history. He joined the faculty at Cumberland College (University of the Cumberlands) in 1966, where he spent his entire professional...

Charles Boyd, 76, lovingly known as “Butch”, was born on March 9, 1948, in Sydney, Ohio, A man of many passions, Butch will forever be remembered for his love of family, his unwavering faith and his zest for life. On February 5, 2025, he embarked on his final journey, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him. Butch began his marvelous journey of life in Sydney, Ohio, before finally settling in Corbin, Kentucky. He spent a significant part of his professional life as a Parts Counter Clerk in the automotive industry, showing remarkable dedication and work ethic. However, work was just one facet...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Wanda Faye Watson. Born on December 10, 1943, in Laurel County, Kentucky, Wanda departed this world on February 18, 2025. A lifelong resident of Corbin, Kentucky, Wanda was a cherished member of the Calvary Tabernacle Church, where her beautiful voice could often be heard singing praises. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Wanda is survived by her husband of over 59 years, Edward Watson. Their love story was a testament to commitment and partnership, the foundation upon which their family was built. Wanda was also a loving mother to her children, Edward Watson and Tammy (Michael) Disotell. She found...

Scott Douglas, age 59, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Friday, February 14, 2025 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. He was born September 4, 1965 in Middlesboro, KY, to Jack Douglas and the late Barbara Teague Douglas. Along with his mother he was preceded in death by one daughter, Amanda Greene, and one sister, Tasha Douglas. He is survived by his wife, Amanda Michelle Douglas of Williamsburg, KY; four children, Jennifer Douglas (David Browning) of Rockholds, KY, Johna Douglas of Missouri, LaDonna Richmond (Rocky Moses Jr.) of Williamsburg, KY, Ronnie and Richmond of Corbin, KY; 13 grandchildren, Abby Monhollen, Sadie Monhollen, Maverick Moses, Rocky Moses III, Riggs Moses, Sierra...

Stephanie Taylor, age 52, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Monday, February 10, 2025 at Baptist Health Corbin. She was born October 11, 1972 in Corbin, KY, to the late Rick Fore and Emma Jane Hash Fore. Along with her father she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Leighton and Doris Fore. She is survived by her husband, Robert Taylor of Williamsburg, KY; three children, Ricky York of Williamsburg, KY, Jacob York (Olivia Sash) of Williamsburg, KY, and Carla Fuson (Raymond) of Williamsburg, KY; six grandchildren, Brayden, Nevaeh, Landen, Tucker, Braelynn, Oakley; two sisters, Barbara Mills (Gilbert) of Barbourville, KY, and Cindy Disney of Corbin, KY; three brothers, Rickie Joe Fore (Felicia)...

Nicholas “Nick” Webb, age 32, of Newcomb, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at home. He was born August 13, 1992 in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Nick is preceded in death by his grandparents, Albert and Christine Webb, and Harold and Sue Baird. He is survived by his father, Ronnie Webb; mother, Kathrine (Baird) Harness and husband Troy; sister, Claudia Harness; stepsisters, Ashley Carroll, and Brittany Harness; loved like a son, Preston Cruz; and a very special aunt and like a mother to him, Carla Dean Lay; cousin and like a sister, Charity Kennemore; and a host of aunts, uncles, friends and family to mourn his passing. The family will receive friends...

Melissa Sue Walters, age 45, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Monday, February 10, 2025, at Baptist Health Corbin. She was born November 10, 1979 in Jellico, Tennessee. Melissa is survived by her father, Clyde Whitaker; mother, Wilma Whitaker; brothers, Shawn Walters, and Clyde Allen Whitaker; nephews, Conner Walters, and Jackson Whitaker; aunts, Sue Davis, Carol Cannon, and Linda Whitaker; uncles, Tommy, Jim, and Eddie Whitaker; cousins, Tammy, Chisty, Angie, Tiffany, Jimmy Joe, Sheena, Bradi Rae, Jasmine, Peggy, Sheila, and Carla; friends, Anna Allen, Lisa Allen, Debbie Allen, Gwyn Blankenship, and Lisa Mills; and a host of family and friends to mourn her passing. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm...

David Sherman, age 83, of London, KY passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025. He leaves behind his loving wife, Delois Maggard Sherman; three children, Kenneth Sherman and wife Jenniffer, Kelly Sherman and wife Tonya, Dede Burkhart and husband Doug, all of London, KY; one sister, Peggy Bentley of London, KY; five grandchildren, Trevor Sherman, Arron Smith, Miles Sherman, Mason Sherman, Ethan Burkhart; four great-grandchildren, Connor Sherman, Olivia Sherman, Sarah Sherman, Cason Smith; four step-grandchildren, Elizabeth Rego, Stephanie Alsip, Samantha Slaven, Charleen Holly; six step-great grandchildren, Brock Rego, Mackinzie Rego, Syris Slaven, Lettie Slaven, Winnie Slaven, Kaizen Slaven; plus a host of other family and friends to cherish his memory. He...

Kathy Fuson, born Kathy Pauline on January 21, 1954 in Williamsburg, KY, was called home on February 7, 2025. She was a woman of profound faith, a beacon of light who loved singing and spreading the love of God. As a longtime member of the Gatliff Baptist Church, Kathy’s faith was the cornerstone of her life. Proverbs 3:5-6, ‘Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take,’ was a testament to her unwavering trust in her Creator. Kathy was the devoted mother of Annette Cox, and Sheryl Bowen; and cherished...