Obituaries

Frances Ann (Gieszl) Bobbitt died on January 7, 2020 in Lexington, Kentucky. Her parents were Frank and Frances Gieszl. Frances Ann was born in Corbin, Kentucky, where she grew up. She was a Catholic by faith. Francie graduated from Saint Camillus Academy, Corbin.  She attended Ursuline College, Louisville. She worked a medical technician. After her marriage to Robert Bobbitt in 1973, the couple moved to Lexington, Kentucky. There she worked at the VA and, later, at UK. Francie served in the United States Naval Reserves as a medical technician for four years. She enjoyed UK sports. She gifted her siblings with her ceramic pieces. She was well-liked by her neighbors, who...

Floyd W. Moses, age 75, of West Highway 204, Williamsburg, Kentucky, departed this life on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at the Williamsburg Health and Rehab Center. He was born on November 7, 1944 in Williamsburg, Kentucky to the late Herbert and Una (Davis) Moses. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers, Elmer and Erman Moses and a sister, Pauline McMinn.  Floyd was a veteran of the United States Army. He is survived by his wife, Wilma Jean (Davis) Moses of Williamsburg; three children, Sandra Jervis (Johnny), Patty Perkins (David) and Harvey Moses all of Williamsburg; three grandchildren, Matthew Perkins, Sarah Perkins and Bethany...

Ruth Turner, 87, of Corbin, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at Baptist Health Corbin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Turner. A graveside service will be held at 12 P.M. Saturday, January 25, at Turner Family Cemetery in Hyden, Kentucky. Visitation will be held Friday, January 24, from 5–7:30 P.M. at Hart Funeral Home, Corbin. Hart Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

James E. Prewitt, 60, departed this life on January 21, 2020 in his home. He is survived by his wife, Beulah Prewitt of Corbin. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, January 24, at Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home with Rev. Dorsey King and Bro. Tim Prewitt officiating. Burial will be in the McHargue Cemetery in Lily, KY. Visitation is from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Friday at the funeral home. Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

SSgt. Kenneth Eugene Rose (Ret. U.S. Army Reserves), age 58, departed this life on Sunday, January 12, 2020. He was born on June 23, 1961 in Corbin, Kentucky. He was a long time resident of Crossville, Tennessee but recently returned to Corbin prior to his passing. He is survived by his two daughters, and Verna Rose and Kendra Rose; his three granddaughters, Kylee Rose, Kaneesha Rose, and Jaelynn Centers; one great-grandson, Xavier Rose; his mother, Ruby Rice; two sisters, Della Parks and Barbara Griffith (Lynn); two brothers, Alpha Wayne Rose and Ronnie Rose (Emma); wife of 28 years, Loretta Ridner; and a host of beloved nieces, nephews and cousins to...

Joan Roselyn Ingle, of Corbin, Kentucky, departed this life on January 20, 2020 at Baptist Health in Corbin, Kentucky. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Lee Ingle and a son, Eric Michael Ingle. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She is survived by her three sons, Steven Ingle (Cynthia) of Farragut, Tennessee, Brad Ingle (Robin) of Corbin and Ted Ingle (Hallie) of Corbin; daughter, Cathy Green (Terry) of Corbin; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and a host of friends that mourn her passing. Visitation will be at 11:00 A.M., Rosary Service at 12:00 P.M. and Funeral...

Walter C. Croley, age 88, of Highway 92 East, Siler, Kentucky, departed this life on Sunday, January 19, 2020 at Baptist Health in Corbin. He was born on January 30, 1931 in Gatliff, Kentucky to the late Samuel Drapier Croley and Bessie Mae (Bray) Croley. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two sisters, Beatrice Partin and Vina Jones; and three brothers, Gar, AJ and Bill Croley. Walter was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served in the Korean War.  Walter was the retired owner and operator of Croley Grocery in Siler for over 45 years. He was of the Pentecostal faith. He...

Mr. Delmon “Dude” Metcalf, age 77, of Eagan, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at the Lafollette Medical Center.  He was born May 14, 1942 in Primroy, Tennessee. Dude was preceded in death by: his parents, Sam and Zona Howard Metcalf; brothers, Otis, Lester and Alfred Metcalf; sisters, Thelma Metcalf, Zelma Metcalf and Dean Maden. He is survived by: his wife, Bessie King Metcalf; sons, Danny Metcalf and James Metcalf; four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; brother, Jack “Slim” Metcalf and wife, Nova; sisters, Melba Cusick and husband, Howard, and Velma Sue Leach; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn his passing. The family will receive friends:...

Ms. Ula Mae Brock Buckner, age 89, of Newcomb, Tennessee, joined Jesus, her late husband and daughter on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Beech Tree Manor. Ula Mae devoted her life to her family. She was the caretaker of many loved ones, and was loved by all who met her. Her family will always miss her sweet and humble spirit and her loving wisdom. She was preceded in death by: her husband of fifty-three years, Uyless “Bob” Buckner; daughter, Joyce Buckner Blankenship; parents, Andrew and Maudie Braden Brock; and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by: her daughter, Lois Jane Buckner; son, Delbert Lee “Bo” Buckner; grandchildren, Leslie Silcox, Amanda...

Wilma Sue (Clifton) Rogers, age 79, of Cincinnati, Ohio, formerly of Jellico, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday morning, January 15, 2020 at Madeira Healthcare in Madeira, OH. She was born on April 11, 1940 to the late Clyde Harvey Clifton and Anna Mae (Kasee) Clifton in Jellico, TN.  She was the granddaughter of the late Harvey Clifton and Molly Clifton and the late John Kasee and Mary Kasee.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jellico. In addition to her parents and grandparents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Clarence Clifton and sister, Mary Margaret (Clifton) Elswick; and infant brother and sister, Betty Jean and Harry Lee. She...