Obituaries

Daisy Marie (Harp) Wilson, age 86, of the Kensee Community of Williamsburg, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 12, 1938, in Burke Hollow, Kentucky. Daisy is preceded in death by her husband, Odis William “Bill” Wilson; sons, Jerry Wayne Wilson, and Billy Ray Wilson; daughter, Kathy McFarland; father, Robert Harp; mother, Lillie (Allen) Harp; brothers, Hurbert “Red” Harp, Bobby Hyslope, Charles Huskey, and Everett Trammell; sisters, Jetta Williams, and Rosetta Baily. She is survived by sons, Robert “Bobby” Wilson and wife Carol, Larry Wilson and wife Vicky; daughters, Mildred “Mickey” Day and late husband Robert, Rosetta Mooney and husband...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glenn Cureton, a man of strength, integrity, and boundless love. Born on January 7, 1952, in Toledo, Ohio, Glenn lived a vibrant life filled with purpose and meaning. He was a beacon of warmth and resilience who left an indelible mark on everyone he encountered. Glenn was an unwavering pillar of his community and a respected figure in the construction industry, a testament to his exceptional work ethic and determination. His dedication to his craft was only surpassed by his commitment to his family and friends. As Henry Ford once said, “Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress;...

Arthur Clark Duncan, Jr., age 88, of Powell, Tennessee, formerly of Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away Sunday evening, September 22, 2024, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. He was born on December 28, 1935, to the late Arthur Clark Duncan, Sr. and Wilsie Oakley (Nunley) Duncan in Harlan, KY. He was the grandson of the late Edward Clark Duncan and Susan Jane (Harris) Duncan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Faye Duncan; son, Steven Clark Duncan; and sister, Annette (Duncan) Wallace Fuller Kohen. He is survived by his daughter, Sandra Meadows, and husband, Sherman, of Powell, TN; sister, Mary (Duncan) Parker, of Kentucky;...

Jerry Wayne Hill, born on March 31, 1949 in Pineville, KY, passed away on September 21, 2024. A resident of Williamsburg, KY, Jerry was a man of the earth, his hands shaped by the honest work he loved. Jerry found joy in working at the sawmill, logging, farming tobacco and hay, and working on his tractors. These were not just jobs to him, but a way of life, a testament to his dedication and tenacity. Jerry’s family was the cornerstone of his life. He was a loving husband to Faye Hill, and a devoted father to Sharon (Charles) Elliott, Vanessa (Dustin) Richardson, and Brian (Danielle) Hill. He took great pleasure in spending...

Joyce Fay (Goins) May, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister passed away on April 30, 2024 in Pomona, California. Joyce was born on September 29, 1940 in Williamsburg, KY to the late Nancy Bray Hill and Herman Goins. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 40 years, Carlos May; stepfather, William Hill; brothers, Wilburn Hill, and Bobby Hill; sisters, Kay Hill Sutton and Bonnie Hill Smith. Since her passing, her younger brother, Gary Hill has also passed away. Joyce had a love for crocheting, especially baby blankets and scarfs. She blessed many people with her beautiful homemade gifts. She enjoyed a good word search, doing crossword puzzles. tending...

Linda Charlene Osborne Blair, passed away peacefully at her home on September 18, 2024, and went to be with her Heavenly Father. She was 73 years old. A lifelong resident of Corbin, Kentucky, she was the daughter and only child of Charles Ray and Elizabeth Charles Osborne, both of whom predeceased her. She is survived by Tom Blair, her husband of 52 years; a daughter, Lauren Blair Duckworth (David); and grandchildren, Charles, Blair, and Andrew, all of whom were blessed and enriched by her love and care. Charlene was cherished by the many friends she made throughout her lifetime. Her beautiful smile could light up a room. She was a talented artist,...

Betty Witt, age 90, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at the Williamsburg Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born September 16, 1934 in Williamsburg, KY, to the late Foster and Margaret Younce Lane. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Donnie R. Witt; and a son, Mike Harmon. Betty worked at Williamsburg City School. She was a person of many hats. She taught the Kitchen Sunday School at Main Street Baptist Church for over 20 years. She is survived by one son, Donnie Ray Witt (Ginny) of Knoxville, TN; one daughter, Sandy Harmon of Corbin, KY; seven grandchildren, Emily Randolph (Andy) of Sharonville, OH,...

Freddy Wayne Lay, age 53, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at his home. He was born July 29, 1971, in Corbin, Kentucky. Freddy is preceded in death by his father, Fred Lay; mother, Lillie (Powers) Lay Cox; and stepson, Joshua Bowlin. He is survived by his wife, Glenna (Tucker) Lay; children, Travis Lay, Dartanyan “David” Lay, and Azalea Nikki O’Hara; stepdaughter, Jessica McNealy and husband Nathan; sisters, Betty Hicks and husband Jeff, Eva Perkins and late husband Allen, Lisa Day and husband Donald, Kathy Simpkins, Deborah Combs and husband James, and Stacey Lay; grandchildren, Peyton O’Hara, Hayden O’Hara, Phoenix O’Hara, and Avery Lay; step-grandchildren, Jacob Bowlin, Jase...

Michael Garrett, age 69, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2024. He was born November 3, 1954 in Hazard, KY, to the late John Harrison and Bernice Lois Smith Garrett. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Charlene Davidson. He is survived by his wife, Ella Garrett of Williamsburg, KY; two children, Michael Garrett of Williamsburg, KY, and Jimmy Garrett (Ica) of Corbin, KY; two grandsons, Trevor Garrett of Fort Campbell, KY, and Kyle Garrett of Corbin, KY; one brother, Jimmy Garrett of Hamilton, OH; daughter-in-law, Janet Jones of Somerset, KY; several nieces, nephews; and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing. Funeral...

Ruth Ann Davenport, age 76, of Ortonville MI, passed away September 3, 2024. She was born on June 17, 1948, daughter of the late Lloyd and Bess Johnston, nee Harp. Loving wife, of Don Davenport for 56 wonderful years; dear mother, of Shona and Michael Collins; proud grandmother of Brianna (22) and Britton (19). She is also survived by her sisters, Jean, Wilma, Judy, and Phillis and her brothers, Wane and Jimmy, the many loving extended family, and great friends. Ruth’s special gift to the world was her unwavering kindness and her nonjudgmental love to everyone. At the families request no visitation or service will be held, but the family requests that anyone wanting...