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William Brent Parrott, age 62, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Friday, June 26, 2026, at home. He was born October 22, 1963, in Toledo, Ohio. Brent is preceded in death by his sister, Beth Anne Lowe; and niece, Anna Elise Lowe. He is survived by his mother, Ann (Gibson) Lowe and husband William; father, William “Buck” Parrott and wife Vauda; half-sister, Autumn Steadman and husband Tyler and their children; niece, Katie Johnson and husband Aaron; great niece and nephews, Ella, Liam and Lane Johnson; uncle, James Bernie Gibson; aunt, Martha Gibson; and a host of friends and family to mourn his passing. No services are planned. Harp Funeral Home of Jellico in charge...

Roy Slyvester Elliott, age 70 of the Lick Fork Community of Pioneer, Tennessee passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026, at home. He was born April 21, 1956, in Jellico, Tennessee. Roy is preceded in death by his father, Andrew T. Elliott; and mother, Edna (Jeffers) Elliott. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Missy (Stafford) Elliott; children, Jessica Nicole Elliott, Jacob Colby Elliott and wife Kayla Nicole Elliott, Adam Jordan Wade Elliott; grandchildren, Jayla “J.J.” Kasanda Elliott, Dolly Cabela Elliott, Kasey Rose Elliott, Anissa Marie Long; sister-in-law, Bobbie Ella Stafford; brother-in-law, Michael Stafford and wife Charity; brothers, Charles Edgar “Ed” Elliott and wife Dottie, Thomas Joe Elliott “T.J.” and...

Ruth Manning, born on April 27, 1943, in Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026. Ruth lived a full life, marked by her dedication to her work as a hairdresser for over 53 years. Her strong hands styled countless cherished community members, leaving an indelible mark on Williamsburg. Ruth was an active member of the Siler Chapel Church of God and was known for her strong faith. She was a beloved figure in her community, and her kindness and spirit of generosity touched many lives. Ruth was the loving sister of Hazel Siler, and she is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends who will deeply mourn her passing. She...

Glenna Ruth (Miller) Angel, age 79, of Newcomb, Tennessee passed away Monday, June 22, 2026, at Beech Tree Manor. She was born May 30, 1947, in West Virginia. Glenna is preceded in death by her son, Denver Gene Miller; daughter, Wartisha Morgan; grandson, Scotty Angel; father, Dewey Lee Miller; mother, Audra (Morris) Miller; brothers, Dennis Miller, Richard Miller; sisters, Nelma Lloyd, and Phyllis Miller. She is survived by daughter, Caterina Heatwole and husband Lloyd; sons, Floyd Earl Angel and wife Sarah, Patrick Angel and wife Renee, Nick Clevershire and wife Katie; grandchildren, Dana Daugherty and husband Hoss, Steven Heatwole and wife Pauline, Christopher Morgan, Jasun Angel, Hollie Taylor and husband Paul,...

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Virgie Hamblin, age 91, of Hazel Park, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Angela Hospice Care Center in Livonia, Michigan. Born on August 2, 1934, in Whitley County, Kentucky, Virgie was the daughter of the late Grant and Margaret Ellen (White) Wilson. She lived a life centered on family, and devotion to those she loved. In addition to her parents, Virgie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charlie Hamblin, with whom she shared 65 wonderful years of marriage; her grandson, Travis Hopson; her sisters, Adeline Wilson and Ada Stone; and her brother, Elbert Wilson. Virgie leaves behind a loving family who will cherish her memory forever....

Granville Moses, age 87, of Jellico, Tennessee, passed away early Monday morning, June 22, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 13, 1939, to the late Leslie Moses and Orpha (Slaton) Moses in Williamsburg, Kentucky. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Elmer Moses, Theodore Moses and Arvil Moses; sister, Ethel Moses; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Carl and Thelma Queener. Granville was a long-time Christian. He was a Past Master of Jellico Masonic Lodge # 527, F. & A. M., a member of both the Knoxville Scottish Rite and Kerbela Shrine Temple. Granville, along with his wife, Glena, were owners...

Leroy A. Gilbert, Jr. or “Lee” as he was known by all, who loved him, was born on December 29, 1964, in Corbin, Kentucky. He was a graduate of Corbin High School in 1983 and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from the University of Kentucky in 1987. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University Of Louisville School Of Law in 1990, and returned to the Tri-County area to practice law until his illness necessitated his recent retirement. He was a born-again believer and spoke openly about his faith. He was a member of Central Baptist Church and spent many years working with the Gideon’s International, speaking in...

Harold Vanover, age 82, of Corbin, KY, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at Baptist Health Corbin. He was born April 8, 1944 in Gatliff, KY, to the late John and Mae Rains Vanover. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by two daughters, Patricia Crider, Melissa Vanover; and two brothers, Kenneth Vanover, and Clayton Vanover. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Vanover of Corbin, KY; four children, Regina Schmidt (David) of Missouri, Brian Jones of Williamsburg, KY, Amber Sumner of Corbin, KY, John Vanover of Corbin, KY; nine grandchildren, Kylie Jones, Kesha Stewarts, Devin Crider, Richard Bohannan, Austin Jones, Braxton Jones, Ricky Sumner, Max McCullah, Finley McCullah;...

Teresa Gail Faulkner, age 66 years, of Williamsburg, Kentucky, died Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at the Baptist Health Corbin. She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on June 23, 1958, the daughter of Howard and Lois F. (Rains) Swain. Teresa was a homemaker who enjoyed working puzzles, making jewelry, helping her church with the Youth Group, kayaking, riding motorcycles, and boating. She is preceded in death by her father; and husband, Albert “Al” Faulkner. Survivors include her mother, Lois F. Swain of Williamsburg, Kentucky; son, Shannon Faulkner (Christy) of Mason, Ohio; daughter, Christina Smith (Josh) of Williamsburg, Kentucky; brothers, Eddie Swain (Ruth) of Berea, Kentucky; grandchildren, Brock Bennett and Aiden Bennett; and special...