Obituaries

Ervin J. Cupp, age 87, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Monday, December 16, 2024, at Beech Tree Manor. He was born January 14, 1937, in Campbell County, Tennessee. Ervin is preceded in death by his wife, Pearl (Partin) Cupp; sons, Tommy, Johnny and Ronnie Cupp; father, William “Bill” Cupp; mother, Mattie (Chitwood) Cupp; brothers, Duke Cupp, Elmer Cupp, and Eddie Partin; sisters, Juanita Cupp, Lillian Jones, Pauline Tinnal, and Dalphine Cooper; step-brothers, Randall Partin, and Jerry Partin; step-sisters, Eula Jean Duncan, and Betty Hatfield. He is survived by his son, EJ Cupp and wife Donna; grandchildren, Justin Cupp and wife Ashley, Tyler Cupp, Tommy Cupp, Emilee Money, and Madeline Money; brothers...

Donald Perry, born on July 4, 1945, departed this world on December 17, 2024, leaving a void in the hearts of all who knew him. A resident of Williamsburg, Kentucky, Donald’s great his love for his family, his country and his unending kindness were indeed the most beautiful things about him. Donald leaves behind several nieces, nephews, and a host of family and friends who mourn his passing. He is survived by his children, Donald Wesley (Kathy) Perry, Andrea Renee (Henry) Worster, Rebecca Ruth Meadows, and Alicia Noel (Steven) Taylor. His legacy continues through his grandchildren, Chessa Bennett, Wesley Perry, Abigail Perry, Jason Wilson, Nicholas Gray, Justin Perry, and Jordan...

Michel Monhollen, age 69, of Rockholds, KY, passed away Monday, December 16, 2024 at his home. He was born February 15, 1955 in Whitley County, KY, to the late Elbert and Nina Rains Monhollen. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Harrison and Clema Davis; son-in-law, Matthew Ferrell; two brothers, Elbert Monhollen, Jr., and Stanley Monhollen; and two sisters, Kathleen Jones, and Bertha Wells. He is survived by his wife, Geneva Monhollen of Rockholds, KY; three children, Kim Ferrell of Rockholds, KY, Kasey Faulkner (Rick) of Rockholds, KY, and Katie Meer of Knoxville, TN; 10 grandchildren, Ashton Walters, Keaton Meer, Kendrik Meer, Connor Tipton, Brycen...

Rodney Wayne Tucker, age 53, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born September 15, 1971 in Jellico, TN, to the late Randell Tucker and Phyllis Durham Tucker. He is survived by his wife, Shonda Tucker of Williamsburg, KY; daughter, Emily Nichols (Joshua) of Williamsburg, KY; two grandchildren, Rowdy Nichols, and Rage Nichols; mother, Phyllis Tucker of Williamsburg, KY; mother-in-law, JoAnn Leach (George) of Williamsburg, KY; sisters, Jill Bryant (David) of Corbin, KY, and Rhonda Hacker (Durand) of Williamsburg, KY; special nieces, Haley Elliotte (Jeremy), Morgan Cox, Riley Centers; special nephews, Jimmy Goins, Nathan Centers (Courtney), Miciah Evans (Kelly),...

Arbutus (Paul) Bridges, age 91, of Elk Valley, Tennessee, joined her Lord and Savior and family in heaven on December 15, 2024. She was born April 29, 1933, in Harps Creek, Kentucky. Mrs. Bridges was a lifetime member of Lick Fork Baptist Church and a beloved Mamaw, mother, wife, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by husband, James Odom Bridges; parents, George and Margaret (Mahan) Paul; daughter, Pertona Neal and late husband Gary; and siblings, Dovie Abner, Edna Bridges Norman, Edward Paul, and Thelma Paul. She is survived by brother, Dennis Paul of Nashville; sister, Percilla Bridges of Elk Valley;...

James “Jimbo” Thomas Carr, Jr., age 60, of Caryville, TN passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at his home. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Ann (Whitaker) Carr. Graveside service was Monday, December 16 in the Jacksboro Cemetery. Harp Funeral Home of Jellico in charge of arrangements.

Phyllis Ann (Sears) Dixon, age 81, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Sunday, December 15, 2024, at Beech Tree Manor. She was born June 5, 1943, in Benham, Kentucky. Ann is preceded in death by her father, James E. Sears; mother, Girldean (Cook) Sears; brothers, Harold “Moe” Sears and Ray Sears. She is survived by her sons, James Dixon and wife Lynn, and Bruce Dixon; daughter, Angie Jones and husband Donnie; grandchildren, Heather (Travis) Roaden, Holly (Jordan) McCumbers, Hallie Jones, Courtney (Tyler) Stanley, Caleb (Kaylie) Dixon, Jami (Ryan), and Brody Dixon; ten great-grandchildren; sister, Jundy Lewis; niece and nephew, Rachel (Tommy) Shelton, and Travis (Heather) Lewis; and a host of friends and family...

Herstle “Monk” J. Hicks, Jr., age 63, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at his home. He was born October 8, 1961, in Jellico, Tennessee. Monk is preceded in death by his father, Herstle Jean Hicks, Sr.; mother, Bonnie (Daugherty) Stevens; brothers, Earl Monroe “Tad” Hicks, and Tony Lee Siler. He is survived by his wife, Sheila Anderson; stepdaughter, Siera Walters; brothers, Caney Dewayne Hicks, and Ricky Lynn Siler; sisters, Alexanderia Blankenship, Janice Byers, Pamela Witt, and Mary Hicks; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn his passing. Funeral service was Friday, December 13, at the Harp Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Junior Dople officiating. Burial followed...

Donnie Elbert Douglas, Sr., age 72, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at his home. He was born December 2, 1952, in Jellico, Tennessee. Donnie is preceded in death by his father, James Walter Douglas; mother, Iris (Lamb) Douglas; and sister, Ruth Teague. He is survived by his life partner, Virginia O’quinn; son, Donnie Elbert Douglas, Jr. and wife Amber; daughter, Rhonda Irene Cox; grandchildren, Casey Schaffer, and Marissa Roach; brother, Paul Douglas and wife Shirley; sisters, Wanda Perkins, Nina Marples, Jo Broyles and husband Donny, and Magdalene Johnson; special friend, Larry O’quinn; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn his passing. Funeral service was Sunday,...

David James Hardesty, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on December 15, 2024. Born on January 16, 1950, in Louisville, Kentucky, David was a man of integrity, hard work, and unparalleled passion for life. David spent his professional life dedicated to Pepsi-Cola of Corbin, Kentucky, where he held a management role until his retirement. His leadership and dedication were admired by all who worked with him. He had a unique ability to bring people together, and his influence extended far beyond the bottling plant’s walls. David’s work ethic and dedication to his community were apparent in his efforts to ensure that the business thrived. He retired with a sense of accomplishment, knowing...