Obituaries

Christopher Earls, a native son of Corbin, Kentucky, was born on September 1, 1982, and lived his life embodying the spirit of kindness and love. His heart was a kaleidoscope of warmth that radiated to everyone he encountered, and his soul was a melody of compassion that echoed in the hearts of those he knew. Christopher was a beacon of positivity and a lover of the outdoors, whose joy lay in the simple pleasures of life. As the author, Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some...

Michael Allan Tompkins, 81, of Corbin, KY, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025. Mike was born on October 12, 1943, in Evansville, IN. As a young man, Mike moved with his family to Corbin where he became a founding member of the Key Club and a graduate of Corbin High School. He then attended Cumberland College. He also proudly served his country in the United States Army Reserves. He began a career with Whayne Supply where he worked for over 30 years. Mike was a member of the Lions Club and served as the president of the CHS Band Boosters and Corbin’s United Effort. Mike is survived by his loving wife...

Tom A. Ivey, age 77, of Jellico, Tennessee, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. He was born April 13, 1947, in Jellico, Tennessee. Tom is preceded in death by his daughter, Casey Oakes; father, Bill Ivey; mother, Roberta (Bowlin) Ivey; brothers, Jim, Billy Gene, Kenny and Bobby Joe Ivey; and sister, Margaret King. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie (Lewallen) Ivey; son, Matthew Ivey and wife Amy; daughter, Beverly Webb and husband Chuck; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren; sisters, Rose Hackler and husband James, Janie Ivey, Vickie Todd and husband Larry; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn...

Daniel M. Chandler, age 43, of Rockholds, KY, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center. He was born February 6, 1981 in Barbourville, KY, to Lloyd Chandler and the late Judy Daniels Chandler. He is survived by two daughters, Hannah Abbott, and Raelynn Nantz-Chandler; three sons, Rylee Chandler, Ryder Chandler, Raiden Chandler; two grandchildren, Journei Elliott, and Kaezynn Nantz; his father, Lloyd Chandler; two brothers, Curtis Chandler (Brenda), Bobby Chandler (Claudia); significant other, Sasha Nantz; and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing. Graveside service will be 1:00 PM Saturday, January 18, at the Chandler Cemetery in Rockholds, KY, with Rev. Jerome...

Samuel H (Harold) Watson, age 89, passed away January 11, 2025 in Safety Harbor, Florida. He was born in Williamsburg, KY on July 7, 1935 to the late Sam and Nannie Watson. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cecilia; his son, Sam Watson; and his brother, Howard Watson and wife, Joyce. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Lynn Watson of Norris, TN; his son, Don Watson (Janet) of Alpharetta, GA; his daughter-in-law, Tracie Watson of Safety Harbor, FL; four grandchildren, Samuel, Stephanie (Berto), Kimberly, and Steven (Lynzee), as well as great-grandchildren. Also mourning his passing are his nephew and niece, Jim and Susan; niece...

Carl Croley Faulkner, age 68, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center. He was born on December 26, 1956, in Jellico, TN, to the late Herman Faulkner and Priscilla Siler Faulkner. Along with his father, he was preceded in death by his sister, Patricia Hamblin. Carl proudly served in the United States Air Force. He was known for his hard work and his devotion to his family. He was a loving son, father, and papaw. He took great pride in caring for his mother, Priscilla, throughout the years. Carl enjoyed the simple things in life, from his passion for dancing to...

Lawrence (Larry) Leon Rude, age 82, from the Redbird area of Williamsburg, Ky passed away Friday January 10, 2025. He was born July 26, 1942 Larry was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. He was a faithful Christian who never met a stranger. He actively served in the community as a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church and a board member of the Emergency Christian Ministries. Larry was proceeded in death by his parents, Clarence and Lucile Rude; his siblings, Frank Rude and Loretta Wilfong; and granddaughter, Jessica Cox. He is survived by his wife, Georgia Rude; two siblings, Nancy Rude of Greenville, Indiana and Sarah (Jerry) Spenser...

Ernie Curtis Freeman, 67, of Williamsburg, Kentucky was born on August 21, 1957, in Jellico, TN, was a man whose radiant smile and infectious laugh filled every room. A welder by trade, Ernie spent his career at General Motors, where he was known for his dedication, hard work, and ability to make even the most arduous tasks enjoyable. His love for his work was only surpassed by his love for his family and the great outdoors. For Ernie, fishing was never just about the catch, but about the tranquility and connection with nature it brought him. Ernie’s loving spirit continues to live on in his wife of over 49 years, Marlene...

Dennis Wayne Myers, 71, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025 surrounded by his loving children. Born on November 21, 1953, in Corbin, Kentucky to the late Alton and Ruth Keck Myers. He was the owner of Myers Chevrolet in Barbourville, Kentucky and Kiklukh Lodge outside of Cordova, Alaska . He is survived by his children, Heather Myers Tyree (Jeff), and Tanner Myers; grandchildren, Jackson Marlow, and Hadley Tyree; siblings, Lanny Myers (Brenda), Gail Frederick (Boyce), and David Myers (Vickie). Dennis truly lived life to the fullest. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing as well as an amateur harmonica player. He will be deeply missed by his...

Marguerite Helen Frost, age 83, of Pleasant View, Kentucky went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at her residence. Helen is preceded in death by her parents, James Alfred Sharp and Opal Ruth Silcox Sharp. She is survived by her beloved husband, Dan Frost; sister, Mary Llewellyn; brother, James Sharp; niece, Teresa Chitwood (Harry); nephews, Jim Sharp (Eileen), and Jerry Llewellyn (Christy); and many other family and friends to mourn her passing. Graveside funeral service was Friday, January 3, at Oaklawn Cemetery in Pleasant View, Kentucky. The Llewellyn Funeral Home of Jellico in charge of arrangements.