Obituaries

Betty Ann White Hamblin, age 60, of Williamsburg, Ky., passed away Friday August 30, 2024 at her home. She was born March 11, 1964 in Whitley County, Ky. to the late Elbert L. and Hallie Hubbard White. She is survived by one daughter, Daisy Pittman (James) of Williamsburg, Ky; one son, Bradley Hamblin (Jennifer Dotson) of Williamsburg, Ky; five grandchildren, Ciara Pittman, Lilly Pittman, Ronnie Hamblin, Braxton Hamblin and Brenton Askins; a future grandchild; nine sisters and brothers, Josephine Bowlin (Andy), Mary Lewis, Jerry White, Herman White, Charles White (Piney), Dennis White (Mary), Brenda Vanover (Rick), Denver White (Doris) and Terry White (Brenda); several nieces, nephews and a host of relatives...

Rev. Gary Ray Lovitt, age 71, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at CHI Saint Joseph London Hospital. He was born July 15, 1953 in Wyandotte, MI, to the late Johnie L. and Anna Mae Patrick Lovitt. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by a niece, Christy Rae Hubbard Jarboe. He is survived by his wife, Lois Jean Lovitt of Williamsburg, KY; son, Johnie Nathan Lovitt (Heather) of Williamsburg, KY; three grandchildren, Nathan Lovitt of South Carolina, Harper Lovitt of Williamsburg, KY, and Everly Rae Ann Lovitt of Williamsburg, KY; sister, Clara Hubbard (Homer) of Williamsburg, KY; nephew, Elijah Hubbard (Christy) of Corbin, KY; special aunt,...

Charles Edward Wilson, age 69, a beloved member of the Patterson Creek Community, Williamsburg KY went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday morning August 27, 2024 at his home surrounded by his wife of 50 years, his three children and spouses, his 13 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and brothers and sisters. Charles was born on July 3, 1955 at home in Verne KY to the late Oshie Raymond and Cora Hamblin Wilson. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Leroy and Billy Wilson; his nephew, Dewayne Partin; mother-in-law, Flara Lawson Mahan who loved and treated him like her son; his brother-in-law, Johnny Rains; father-in-law John...

Rachel Coates Meeks, age 96, of Lexington, Kentucky, and formerly of Corbin, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at Baptist Health in Lexington. Born in Ashland, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Aaron Coates and Zelia Rice Coates. Rachel was a long-time member of the First Christian Church in Corbin, and a charter member of Beta Sigma Phi. She was a former member of the Corbin Ossoli Club, the Corbin Garden Club, and the First Christian Church Circle. Rachel loved a party, people, animals, and reading, and she had a passion for fashion. She had been a visual merchandiser and buyer for Belks in Corbin and later worked...

Helen (Jones) Huddleston, age 85, of Eagan, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 16, 1938, in Clairfield, Tennessee. Helen loved babysitting, quilting, cooking and her specialty was peanut butter log roll, traveling with family and friends, crocheting and doing word search. She loved God and her family very much. Helen is preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Huddleston; seven infants; father, Rev. Robert “Bob” Jones; mother, Cora Lee (Hamblin) Jones; brothers, Donnie Lee Jones, and Billy Ray Jones; sister, Norma Jean Popp; nieces, Joann (Jones) Schofield, Neita (Jones) Ward, and Karen (Partin) Duncan; brothers-in-law, George “Pebo” Partin, Alvin...

Johnny Creekmore, age 87, of Newcomb, Tennessee passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024, at his home. He was born October 21, 1936, in Oswego, Tennessee. Johnny is preceded in death by his great-grandson, Peyton Leon Hinkle; father, John L. Creekmore; mother, Mencie (Baird) Creekmore; brothers, Clyde “Dock” Creekmore and wife Eudena, and Robert Cecil Creekmore; sisters, Thelma Marie Chapman and husband Carl, Dorothy Christine Baird and husband Andrew, Patricia “Patsy” Cupp and husband Oscar; father and mother-in-law, W.J. and Florene (Gilburth) Douglas; and brother-in-law, Joe Douglas. He is survived by his wife, Patricia “Pat” (Douglas) Creekmore; daughter, Rebecca Hinkle and husband Brian; grandson, Justin Hinkle and wife Reanne; great-granddaughter, Emersyn Rae...

Branson Aaron Lankster, Jr., who was known to all as “Bear”, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at his home in Wilmore, Kentucky. He was born on September 8, 1947 in Corbin, Kentucky to Branson Sr. and Nadine Mitchell Lankster. He was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his wife of 56 years, Lucille Estes Lankster; daughters, Brandie Tatro (Quint), Paige Mattox (Matt); and adored grandchildren, Camryn Reese Mattox, Joshua Guepson Tatro, Matthew Tucker Mattox, Andrew Isaiah Tatro, and William Aaron Tatro. Other survivors are his brothers, James (Florence), Jerry (Barbara), David “Ben” (Darlene) Lankster; sister, Quinetta Hendrickson; and three generations of...

Dr. Gary L. Steenbergen, 65, passed away at his home in Corbin, Kentucky, on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Born January 23, 1959, in Detroit, Michigan, he was the son of the late Edwin and Pauline Steenbergen. In addition to his father and mother, Gary was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Earlene Snyder Steenbergen; daughter, Stephanie Steenbergen; and brother, Michael Hubbard. He was a member of Dorthae Pentecostal Church. Gary was a life-long learner who proudly earned his Doctorate of Education. He was a retired professor with KCTCS where he was also an advisor of VICA. He had a variety of interests: Scout Master of Troop 457, President of the Gideons, and...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rita Vanover Harmon, a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. Rita passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024, in Lexington, KY, at the age of 59. Rita was born on November 21, 1964, to Bobby and Doris Vanover in Williamsburg, KY. She was a dedicated health care professional in the nursing industry and touched the lives of many with her compassionate care and kind heart. She leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication to her family and profession. Rita is survived by her companion, Ronnie Harmon; her children, Daniel Powers, Jonathan (Brandy) Vanover and Gregory (Tiffany) Powers, Julie Harmon,...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Wilkie Otis Davis, a beloved husband, veteran, and skilled welder from Williamsburg, KY. Wilkie was born on October 12, 1940, and peacefully departed on Friday, August 16, 2024. Survived by his loving wife of over 65 years, Virginia Davis, Wilkie was a dedicated soldier, having served in the Army during the Vietnam War. His commitment extended beyond his military service, as he pursued a career in welding in Ohio until his retirement. Wilkie’s passion for the outdoors led him to enjoy hunting, fishing, and spending serene moments in nature. The funeral services for Wilkie Otis Davis will include a public viewing...