Obituaries

April Lynn Marple, age 51, of Williamsburg, Ky., passed away Thursday September 7, 2023 at her home. She was born June 22, 1972 in Jellico, TN to the late Carl and Vivian Buhel Marple. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Marple. April was the wonderful mother of her two children, Amber and Leon. Her children were her reason for living and she loved them with all of her heart. She also loved the Lord Jesus and was saved in May of last year. God done a complete work in her and her children. He redeemed what was lost and restored what was broken. She...

Juanita Thomas, age 91, of Cincinnati, Ohio formerly of Williamsburg, Ky. passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at Hospice of Butler in Franklin, Ohio. She was born September 12, 1931 in Whitley County, KY to the late Jim and Malinda Carr Griffith. Along with her parents she was preceded in death be her husband, Howard Lee Thomas; one daughter, Sharon Claxton; one son, Eric Christopher Thomas; four sisters, Arlene Griffith, Grace Sears, Gerthia Carr, and Cledia Faulkner; four brothers, Howard Griffith, Woodrow Griffith, John Griffith and Junior Griffith. She is survived by three grandchildren, Malinda Kennedy (Mark) of Trenton, Ohio, Shane Claxton (Chrissy) of Trenton, Ohio, Eric Thomas of Hendersonville, Tennessee;...

Jaxson Nicoles McClain was born on September 2, 2023, at 11:56 a.m. at Baptist Health Corbin, sleeping in the arms of Jesus. He is survived by his mother, Karen Elmore, of Williamsburg, Kentucky, and father, Nick McClain, of Knoxville, Tennessee; grandmother, Amy Gibbins, of Jellico; grandfather, Elbert Gibbins, of Williamsburg, KY; aunts and uncles, Mary Ramsey and Donnie Wells, of Williamsburg, KY, and Amanda and Michael Chambers, of Jellico, TN; great-aunts and great-uncles, Joyce and Robert Troxell, of Jellico, Alice Faye and Rick Wooten, of Krypton, KY; cousins, Elizabeth Katherine and Jonathan Chambers; and a host of other relatives to mourn his passing. At the request of the family, all services...

Paul E. Cummins, 93, of London, Ky. formerly of Orange Park, Florida went to be with the Lord on September 7, 2023. He was born August 26, 1930 to the late Martin and Cleda Cummins of Jellico, TN. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his loving wife June of 63 years. He is also preceded in death by two brothers, Bill Cummins and Harold Cummins; two sisters, June Kinley and Carleen Coker; and one great-grandson, David Cole Ritchey. Paul loved his family and took great pride in his career as a conductor with CSX Railroad. An avid golfer that loved life. He was an inspiration...

It is with heartfelt sorrow and joyous remembrance that we announce the passing of Milo Christian Don Brooks, who left us on September 7, 2023, just shy of his birthday. Born in Corbin, KY, on October 29, 2020, Milo was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew and niece. His infectious laughter and adventurous spirit touched everyone who had the fortune of knowing him. Milo’s life was filled with laughter and adventure, from his earliest days in Corbin to his last. He was a funny person, often the one to lighten the mood and bring a smile to everyone’s face. His love for the outdoors and adventurous spirit led him to explore...

Charles Edward Smith, age 74, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at Baptist Health Corbin. He was born March 8, 1949 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Carl and Marguerite Effinger Smith. He is survived by five children, Madelyne Wetmore (Robert) of Williamsburg, Ky., Bonnie Burt (Mike) of Kansas City, MO, Benjamin Smith (Penny) of Williamsburg, KY, Nicholas Smith of Williamsburg, KY, and Sarah Smith of Richmond, KY; eight grandchildren, Christian Decker, Katherine Moses, Lydian Decker, Timothy Hall, Juliana Smith, Benjamin Smith, Riley Burt, and Agatha Gatliff; one great grandchild, Kaysen Moses; one sister, Janice Musick of Williamsburg, KY; two nieces, Sadie Musick and Kelsey Smith; and a...

Kenneth Frank Bolton, age 81, of Duff, Tennessee passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023 at the Lafollette Health & Rehab Center. He was born May 18, 1942, in Habersham, Tennessee. He was a member of the Little White Oak Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon for many years. He was a member of the Jellico Masonic Lodge #527 F&AM for 55 years. Kenneth was self-employed in the White Oak community for many years, operating a tire shop and car wash. Kenneth was preceded in death by his father, Hubert Bolton; mother, Mabel (Ayers) Bolton; brothers, Hubert Bolton, Jr., L.C. Bolton, Ray Bolton, Jerry Bolton, and Billy Bolton; sisters, Marie Reece, and...

Joseph Earl Peace, a thoughtful and adventurous soul, passed away on August 31, 2023. Born on February 14, 1980, in Pineville, Kentucky, Joseph was a man who lived his life on his own terms. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and enduring memories. Joseph is survived by his loving mother, Mary Hill Gibson and husband Alvin of Corbin, KY.; father, Joseph Peace and wife Vergean of Lake Nebagamon, Wisconsin; his brothers, Steward (Misty) Peace and Erik Peace; his sisters, April (Kenneth) Ellington, and Kendra Wyatt; stepsiblings, Deborah (Michael) Nelson, Robin Gibson, Jack Hurlow, and Sarah Risley; grandmother, Alice Broyles of Corbin, KY. He was preceded in death by his grandparents,...

Lane Gray Broyles, known to many as Gray, passed away on August 31, 2023. Born on March 7, 1935, in Rockholds, Kentucky, Gray dedicated his life to the service and betterment of his community. As a Principal and educator for over 28 years in the Whitley County School System, he was a reliable pillar of strength and guidance for countless students. Gray’s thoughtful approach to life left a lasting impact on all who had the fortune to know him. Gray was a devoted husband to his wife, Unis Broyles, and a loving father to his daughters, Tina Dusina and Sonya Storey. His love extended to his sons-in-law, Roy Dusina and John Storey,...

George Dewayne Chitwood, age 88, of Newcomb, Tennessee passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023, at Baptist Health Corbin. He was born May 4, 1935, in Wooldridge, Tennessee. Dewayne was preceded in death by son, Jeffrey Alan Chitwood; father, George Chitwood; mother, Rachel (Davenport) Chitwood; brother, Barry Chitwood; sisters, Myrle Shook, Sandra Lawson, Doris Jean Powers, and Rhonda Lee McGhee. He is survived by his wife, Freda (Loudin) Chitwood of Newcomb; son, Eddie and wife Elizabeth (Finkle) Chitwood of Warrensburg, Missouri; grandchildren, Laura Souder and husband Ethan of Warrensburg, Missouri, Andrew Chitwood and wife Alicia of Littleton, Colorado; great-grandchild, Madeline Souder; brothers, Dahlan Chitwood and wife Adalee of Cincinnati, Ohio, John Earl Chitwood...