Obituaries

Betty Stiner, age 85, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025 at Baptist Health Corbin. She was born February 22, 1940 in Williamsburg, KY, to the late George M. and Anna Mae Towe Lawson. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, John Stiner; and her siblings, Georgia King, Cora Martin, Carl Lawson, Myrtle Richardson, Ray Lawson, and Dianna Faye Hill. She is survived by her children, John Gregory Stiner (Danielle) of Southgate, KY, Lisa Bielski (Doug) of West Milton, OH; four grandchildren, John Alexander Stiner, Katrina Lee Clement (Christopher), Abby Michelle Alfson (Mark), Joshua Adam Bielski (Karrie); four great-grandchildren, Isaac Lee Clement, Benjamin...

Rev. Roger Wells, age 65, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Friday, November 28, 2025 at Baptist Health Lexington. He was born October 3, 1960 in Williamsburg, KY, to the late Norman and Lucy Rains Wells. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers, Jim Hamblin, Herman Hamblin, and Elmer Wells. Roger dedicated 27 years to in school maintenance at Whitley County High School. He pastored at Maple Creek Church of God for many years and also served as pastor at Little Oneida House of Prayer for two years. He worked at W.D. Bryant’s as well, a place he thought highly of. He is survived by his wife, Terry...

Nadine Miller Perry, age 79, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at her home. She was born October 17, 1946 in Jellico, TN, to the late E. J. and Bessie Caddell Miller. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Beverly Broyles. She is survived by two children, Kristin Rains (Jerry Lee) of Corbin, KY, Todd Moses (Leslie) of Berea, KY; two grandchildren, McKenna Rains Cobb (Kaleb) of Corbin, KY, Amber Moses of Lexington, KY; three sisters, Sharon Mack of Williamsburg, KY, Wilma Rountree of Hamilton, OH, Joyce Croley of Williamsburg, KY; one brother, E. J. “Johnny” Miller (Lori) of Williamsburg, KY; special niece,...

Dale Wayne “Catfish” Sulfridge, born on July 25, 1949, in Williamsburg, KY, left us on November 21, 2025. Known affectionately as “Catfish,” he spent his entire life in his native Williamsburg. A dedicated member of Light of The World Church, Dale’s faith was always at the forefront of his life. He found great joy in playing music in church, touching many lives with his talents. Dale was a retired heavy equipment operator. His work ethic was unparalleled, However, his greatest accomplishment was his loving family. He is survived by his wife, Janet Sulfridge; his daughters, Misty Justice and Christy Sulfridge (Chuck); and his step-children Lillian Canada, Janet Manavati (Nick), and...

Vicki “Sis” Jones, age 69, of Williamsburg, Ky., passed away Wednesday November 19, 2025 at her home. She was born April 15, 1956 in Corbin, Ky. to the late Earl B. Martin and Jenny Hubbard Martin. Along with her father she was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Jones; one brother, Rick Martin; one sister, Mary Froehlich; companion, Eric Helton; brother-in-law, Tony Adkins; and her beloved pet, Star. She is survived by two daughters, Stacy Mahan (Chris) of Siler, Ky., Heather Jones of Williamsburg, Ky.; five grandchildren, Brayden Mahan, Hunter Croley, Bryson “Tootie” Mahan, Landen Croley, Jase Jones; her mother, Jenny Martin of Williamsburg, Ky.; one sister, Kate Adkins of...

Cheryl Parks, age 78, of Broadhead, KY, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Rockcastle Regional Hospital. She was born August 27, 1947 in Lee County, VA to the late James H. and Carolyn Pea Kersey. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by one brother, Kyle Kersey. She is survived by three children, Jason Parks (Corrie) of Jellico, TN, James Parks of Williamsburg, KY, Joshua Parks (Danielle) of Oak Ridge, TN, eight grandchildren, Paige Newman (Zachary), Katelyn Parks, Mikey Parks, Isabelle Parks, Dylan Parks, Jayden Parks, Madison Parks, Addison Watts, eight great grandchildren, Prestlee Hurst, Brantlee Hurst, Harper Newman, Navee Newman, Jhett Newman, Linkan Wilson, Malcom Wilson,...

Peggie Jean Singley Stephens, age 93, of Corbin, Ky, passed away Monday, November 17th, 2025, in Corbin, Ky.Peggie was born August 23, 1932, in Corbin, Kentucky, to the late H.G. “Grady” and Lottie Mae O’Neal Singley. She was also preceded in death by her sister Frances Crane and brothers J.B., Terrell, and Jerry Singley. Peggie graduated from Corbin High School in 1950. She was married to the late Allen R. “Skeeter” Stephens on June 21, 1952, at First United Methodist Church of Corbin by Rev. Ralph Wesley. Peggie was a dedicated and active member of the First United Methodist Church, which later became Grace on the Hill Community Church. She received...

James Alfred Sharp II, affectionately known as “Brother,” went to be with the Lord on November 11, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on May 17, 1943, to James Alfred Sharp and Opal Ruth (Silcox) Sharp, James lived a life marked by devotion to his family, friends, and faith. James was preceded in death by his beloved parents and his cherished grandson, Nathaniel James Sharp. His legacy continues through his devoted son, James Alfred Sharp III, and daughter-in-law, Eileen (Lapak) Sharp. He is lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, J.R. Sharp and Patrice Sharp, as well as a host of extended family and friends who mourn his passing and celebrate the...

Robert Dwayne Rickett, of Highland Heights, Kentucky, was born on April 22, 1963, in Whitley County, Kentucky. He was the beloved son of Bill Rickett of Williamsburg, Kentucky, and the late Susie Taylor Rickett. He is survived by two brothers, Michael Rickett of Williamsburg and Jason Rickett; aunts, Pauline Johnson, Alma Hamblin, Barbara Barton, Sue Elliott, Bonnie Mullins, and Mary Faye Irvin; and special cousins, Fonnie Lawson, Lisa Manus, Rhonda Curnutt, Missy Grubb, and Carla Hunter; along with a host of other family and friends who will deeply mourn his passing. In addition to his mother, Robert was preceded in death by his cousin, Dewayne Elliott; and two uncles, Mack Rickett...

Betty Sue (Smith) Lindsay, affectionately known as “Sue,” went to be with the Lord on November 7, 2025, at UK Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on September 30, 1944, to Perry Smith and Genevieve (Hurst) Smith. Sue lived a life of devotion, love, and kindness that touched all who knew her. Sue was preceded in death by her beloved parents; her husband, Donald Gene Lindsay; her son, Donald Scott Lindsay; and her brothers, Denver Smith, David Smith, and George Smith. Their memories live on through the family and friends who cherished them, as well as through Sue’s enduring legacy. She is survived by her loving son, Dave Lindsay and his wife Lisa;...