Obituaries

Avery W. Perry, 78, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away Friday, September 29, 2023. Born June 13, 1945, in Corbin, he was the son of the late Raymond and Bonnie Perry. Avery was a member of Poplar Grove Baptist Church. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Avery enjoyed spending time with his family. Before retirement, he worked in the banking industry for 57 years. Always community-involved, he served as president of the Kiwanis Club for several years and was a board member of the Corbin Senior Citizens. A sportsman, indeed, he was a loyal fan of the Corbin Redhounds and U.K. Wildcats. In the past, he played church league softball and...

Elsie Mae Keith, cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, left this world on September 30, 2023. Born on May 6, 1946, in Williamsburg, Kentucky. Elsie’s 77 years were a testament to a life lived with kindness, resilience, and unwavering love. Despite her personal challenges, she was a constant source of strength and inspiration to her loved ones. As Helen Keller once said, “Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it.” This quote perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Elsie, who faced life head-on and never allowed her circumstances to define her. Elsie is survived by her devoted husband, John L. Keith; her children, Connie...

Joyce McKendrick, age 89 of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Hillcrest Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born March 12, 1934 in Corbin, KY, to the late Everett and Flora Taylor Martin. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husbands, Eugene Young and Charles McKendrick; two grandchildren, Eric Young and Justin “Powder” Reeves; one great-great-grandson, Brantley Reeder; daughter-in-law, Glenda Young; three brothers, Bud Martin, Ova “Buddy” Martin, and A. J. Martin; one sister, Wilma Young; very special friend, Thurman Willoughby; and a host of sisters-in-law, and brothers-in-law. She is survived by three children, Sheila Reeves (Ike Roark) of Corbin, KY; Arnold Young of...

Sara Joan (Strother) Gagen, age 80, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Friday, September 29, 2023 at Beech Tree Manor. She was born May 9, 1943 in Indiana. Sara was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Edward Gagen; daughter, Donna Jean Gagen; father, Delmar Strother; and mother, Erma (Kahn) Strother. She is survived by her daughter, Kris Reno and husband Donald; grandchildren, Amanda and Rob Zimmer, Christopher Reno, and Nichalas Reno; great-grandchildren, Tray Jefferson, Jodon, Elijah, Chloe and Chloe Reno, and Saoirse and Anathema Zimmer; brother, Robert and Ellen Strother; sister, Jean and Paul Smith; special niece, Tina Allor; and a host of friends to mourn her passing. The family will receive friends...

Jenny Stephens, age 81, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2023 at her home. She was born March 24, 1942 in Whitley County, KY, to the late Albert E. and Rosetta Brown Price. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell Stephens; two sisters, Faye Price, and Lena Price; four brothers, Frank Price, Carl Price, Lawrence Price, and Howard Price. She is survived by one brother, Lee Price (Lisa) of Williamsburg, KY; one sister, Peggy Young of Williamsburg, KY; several nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her passing. Graveside service was Sunday, October 1, at the Highland Park Cemetery Ellison Addition. Interment...

Christine Wilson, age 94, of Clinton, AR, formerly of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Monday, September 25, 2023 at her home. She was born November 28, 1928 to the late Amos Fred and Mima Woodward Powers. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Wilson; five brothers, Howard, Jimmy, Herman, and Archie, Bernard; and two sisters, Mae, and June. She is survived by one sister, Daisy Pyles of Clinton, AR; several nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her passing. A graveside service was held on Saturday, September 30, at the Upper Powers Cemetery. Interment followed in the Upper Powers Cemetery. Condolences may be made...

Marylee (Widener) Webb, age 62, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023 at the Jellico Regional Hospital. She was born May 26, 1961, in Akron, Ohio. Marylee was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Webb; parents, James and Christine (Baldwin) Widener; and brother; Randy Widener. She is survived by, children, Amanda Baird and fiancé Joseph Hopson, Jason and Dana Walker, and James Lay; grandchildren, Dylan Walker, Wyatt Baird, Emilia Walker, Camryn Hopson, Maddie Johnson, Emma Blydenburgh, Brooke Blydenburgh and Riley Blydenburgh; siblings, Sandra and Mike Triplett, David and Brenda Widener; significant other, Charles Marlow; special friends, Makayla Broyles and Kayla Trammell; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and...

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Jerry Lee Lawson, who left us peacefully on September 26th, 2023. Born on July 31, 1959 in Williamsburg, KY, Jerry Lee spent his sixty-four years imbued with the spirit of generosity, thoughtfulness, and unwavering reliability. A true treasure to his family, he was the epitome of a loving husband, caring father, doting grandfather, and great-grandfather. Jerry Lee, a long-time resident of Melvindale, Michigan, had an abiding love for his family and a contagious zest for life. He was a man who understood the value of the simple things life had to offer. His warm, generous spirit was...

Rosalie Osborne Teague, age 67, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at her home. She was born September 16, 1956, in Bell County, Kentucky. Rosie was preceded in death by her father, Luther Lawrence Osborne; mother, Rosetta (Lay) Osborne; brothers, Kenneth, Ronnie, Benny, Ed Osborne, and Bill Blankenship; and sister, Wanda Brownell. She is survived by daughters, Julie Downs, Judy Baird and husband Glynn; son, Joshua Teague; grandchildren, Anyssa Downs, Dylan Downs, Ethan Becker, and Matthew Becker; brother, Gary Blankenship; sisters, Carolyn Holliker, and Linda Dalessio; best friend and sister at heart, Donna Teague; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn her passing. Funeral service...

Carolyn Sue Moore, 76, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away Monday, September 25, 2023, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born September 25, 1947, in Wadestown, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Harley and Maxine Hennen. Carolyn was a member of Eastview Baptist Church in Connersville, Indiana. Carolyn could best be described as a woman who enjoyed life’s simple pleasures. She found great joy in spending time with her family, particularly with her grandchildren. Meanwhile, she enjoyed working in her flower garden, talking with friends, and watching her favorite soap operas, “The Young and the Restless” and “The Bold and the Beautiful.” Carolyn leaves behind her beloved family: her loving...