Obituaries

Helen Marie White, age 64, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023, at her home. She was born April 1, 1959, in Jellico, Tennessee. Helen was preceded in death by partner, Darrel Hicks; daughter, Jennifer White; granddaughter, Whitney Nicole Henley; father, James Oscar White; mother, Margaret (Henager) White; siblings, Lucille Honeycutt, Leroy White, Linda Douglas, and Donna Kimberlin. She is survived by daughters, Melinda Hall, and Sebrina Fox; honorary daughter, Lindsay Douglas and her children, Serenity Randolph, and Walker Douglas; grandson, Darrell Ray White; great-grandchildren, Kaisley, Raylynn, and Henley White; brother, Troy White and wife Linda; sisters, Judy Eaches, Julie Bryant and husband Mike, Mary Lou Wallace and husband Jim;...

Relda Otella Armstrong, born on March 2, 1942, was a beacon of humble kindness and unconditional love. She was a person whose spirit and joy were infectious, and those who knew her were touched by her thoughtful nature. Relda’s life was a testament to the fact that one can leave a profound impact without seeking the spotlight. She dedicated her life to the service and happiness of her family, which to her was the greatest accomplishment of all. Maya Angelou once said, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” This quote encapsulates the...

Robert J. Sweet, also known as Bob, was born on July 12, 1941, in London, Kentucky. A man of great adventure and ambition, he passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023 at the Baptist Health in Corbin, KY. Robert spent his entire life in the town he loved, Williamsburg, where he was a devoted member of the Pleasant Hill Church of God and an avid supporter of the University of Kentucky athletics. Robert had a fulfilling career as a conductor at CSX Transportation, where he was admired for his ambitious spirit and dedication until his retirement. His adventurous nature was also reflected in his love for hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors. Gardening...

James Royce Bacon, age 77, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at his home. Born in Munfordville, Kentucky, Jim was a son of the late James T. Bacon and Jessie Waddell Bacon. He grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and graduated from Shawnee High School, and then enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served on the USS Witek DD-848 during the Vietnam era. He later retired from CSX Railroad, where he worked as a machinist. He was an outstanding softball player in his youth, and later became an avid golfer. He organized an annual golf trip for his friends and co-workers that has endured for more than 30...

James “Porky” Edward McCulley, III. age 58, of the Wooldridge community passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023, at his home. He was born August 17, 1965, in Jellico, Tennessee. James was preceded in death by, his unborn daughter; father, James Edward McCulley, II.; mother, Shirley (Douglas) McCulley; and sister, Kimberly Cupp. He is survived by wife, Donna (Taylor) McCulley; sons, James Edward McCulley, IV., and Marky Hurst; daughter, Amanda Creekmore; granddaughter, Madyson Hurst; brother, Tony McCulley and wife Sheri; sisters-in-law, Tammy Taylor, and Rhonda Taylor; nieces and nephew, Tabitha Thomas and husband Mark, Stacy McCulley, Kayla Smith and husband Briston, and Joseph McCulley; and a host of great-nieces, nephews, friends and family...

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Kermit Dale Sergent, known to all as Dale, who left us on November 7th, 2023, at the age of 70. Born in Rockholds, KY on June 20, 1953, Dale was a man of many talents and a heart filled with love for his family and friends. To paraphrase Shakespeare, Dale was a man “whose life was gentle, and the elements so mixed in him that Nature might stand up and say to the world, ‘This was a man!’” Dale was a successful self-employed entrepreneur, the proud owner and operator of Sergents Pay Lake and Grocery in Woodbine, Kentucky. He was known for his...

Deleva Iris Brown, a thoughtful and loving soul, born on December 14, 1945, in Siler, Kentucky, passed away on October 16, 2023 surrounded by her family. Deleva leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She is survived by her devoted husband of over 45 years, Jesse Brown; and her loving children, Anita Spicer of Williamsburg, KY. and Jesse Brown and wife Brenda of Corbin, KY. Her five grandchildren, Jessica Caddell, Patricia Bray, Kailey Brown, Hailey Brown, Bailey Brown, and special grandchild, Jaydon. Deleva was also a proud great-grandmother, to Clayton Young, Dalton Caddell, Colton Caddell, and Jayden Caddell. She also leaves behind her sister-in-law, Lois Shupe, Janice (John) Creager,...

Green Lewis, born on June 10, 1937, in Harlan, KY, and a resident of Rockford, Illinois, left us too soon on November 5, 2023. Known for his unwavering devotion to his family and his unmatched work ethic, Green was a pillar of strength and a beacon of wisdom to all who knew him. A machinist by profession, Green dedicated many years of his life to Atwood Machine Company. Despite his professional commitments, what mattered most to Green was being the best father and friend anyone could ever hope to have. As William Shakespeare once said, “No legacy is so rich as honesty,” and Green’s legacy is one of unwavering honesty, love,...

Waunita Sowders Kearney, 94, the widow of William R. “Dick” Kearney, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning November 5, 2023. Waunita was born on August 1, 1929, in Stanford, KY to the late John T. and Bertha Ellen Blankenship Sowders. She was a retired Medical Technologist and X-ray Technician. In 1951, she married the late William R. “Dick” Kearney, and they enjoyed almost 60 years together until his passing in 2011. Waunita had a love for butterflies, music and enjoyed raising orchids. She was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church of Williamsburg, KY where she faithfully served on various committees and sang in the church choir until moving to Richmond in...

Anne Klein Hoskins passed away Thursday, October 26, 2023. Anne was born October 6, 1934 to George E. and Ethel Carlisle Klein of Warrington, PA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Springer Hoskins; a son, Jim Hoskins; and a sister, Joan Goschke. She is survived by her son, David Hoskins (Jodie) of Corbin; daughter, Caryn Hoskins Overbey (Warren) of Charlotte, NC and daughter, Mary Anne Hoskins of Austin, TX. She is also survived by six grandchildren and three great grandchildren: Carlisle Overbey (Evan Babcock) of Glen Ridge, NJ, Katherine Hoskins of Queens, NY, Caroline Overbey Abelson (Daniel) of Philadelphia, PA, Mack Hoskins (Amanda Wells) of Nashville, TN, Callie Quillen (Jake Stines)...