Obituaries

Rhonda L. (Claxton) Potter Wilson, age 58, of Jellico, Tennessee, passed away Sunday morning, September 29, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on December 23, 1965, to the late Kenneth Wayne Claxton and Iva Sue (Downs) Claxton in Jellico. She was the granddaughter of the late Virgil B. Claxton and Lillian Margie (Little) Claxton and John Woodrow Downs and Icey Elizabeth (Owens) Downs. She was a graduate of Whitley County High School – Class of 1983. She was a long-time member of Crouches Creek Baptist Church. In addition to her parents and grandparents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Alva S. Potter, Jr. and...

Princess Lydia Edith Emberlynn Hicks, age 8 months, of Jacksboro, Tennessee passed into the arms of Jesus Friday, September 27, 2024, at her home. She was born January 24, 2024, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Lydia is preceded in death by grandfather, Virgil Bills; and grandmother, Charlotte Hicks. She is survived by father, Jeffery Hicks; mother, Kimberly Bills; siblings, Daniel, Katelynn, Audrey, Denver and Diesel Hicks; grandfather, Roscoe Hicks; grandmother, Kathy Bills; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and family to mourn her passing. No services are planned. Harp Funeral Home of Jellico in charge of arrangements.

Mary (Wortham) Lay, age 51, of Pioneer, Tennessee passed away Friday, September 27, 2024, at her home. She was born May 30, 1973, in Lafollette, Tennessee. Mary is preceded in death by her father, Roy Wortham. She is survived by husband, Jimmy Wayne Lay; sons, Tyler Wayne Lay (Cierra Allen), and Briley Chase Lay (Andrea Webb); grandchildren Avery Brooke Lay, Paisley Grace Lay, Liam Grayson Womble, and Jayden Brentley Womble; mother, Shirley Ann (Reynolds) Wortham; sisters, Reita Evans and husband Chuck, Lois Morgan and husband Scott; nephews, Scottie Morgan, and Grant Evans; niece, Caressa Evans; great neice, Kylee Leach; and a host of friends and family to mourn her passing. No services...

Daisy Marie (Harp) Wilson, age 86, of the Kensee Community of Williamsburg, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 12, 1938, in Burke Hollow, Kentucky. Daisy is preceded in death by her husband, Odis William “Bill” Wilson; sons, Jerry Wayne Wilson, and Billy Ray Wilson; daughter, Kathy McFarland; father, Robert Harp; mother, Lillie (Allen) Harp; brothers, Hurbert “Red” Harp, Bobby Hyslope, Charles Huskey, and Everett Trammell; sisters, Jetta Williams, and Rosetta Baily. She is survived by sons, Robert “Bobby” Wilson and wife Carol, Larry Wilson and wife Vicky; daughters, Mildred “Mickey” Day and late husband Robert, Rosetta Mooney and husband...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glenn Cureton, a man of strength, integrity, and boundless love. Born on January 7, 1952, in Toledo, Ohio, Glenn lived a vibrant life filled with purpose and meaning. He was a beacon of warmth and resilience who left an indelible mark on everyone he encountered. Glenn was an unwavering pillar of his community and a respected figure in the construction industry, a testament to his exceptional work ethic and determination. His dedication to his craft was only surpassed by his commitment to his family and friends. As Henry Ford once said, “Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress;...

Arthur Clark Duncan, Jr., age 88, of Powell, Tennessee, formerly of Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away Sunday evening, September 22, 2024, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. He was born on December 28, 1935, to the late Arthur Clark Duncan, Sr. and Wilsie Oakley (Nunley) Duncan in Harlan, KY. He was the grandson of the late Edward Clark Duncan and Susan Jane (Harris) Duncan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Faye Duncan; son, Steven Clark Duncan; and sister, Annette (Duncan) Wallace Fuller Kohen. He is survived by his daughter, Sandra Meadows, and husband, Sherman, of Powell, TN; sister, Mary (Duncan) Parker, of Kentucky;...

Jerry Wayne Hill, born on March 31, 1949 in Pineville, KY, passed away on September 21, 2024. A resident of Williamsburg, KY, Jerry was a man of the earth, his hands shaped by the honest work he loved. Jerry found joy in working at the sawmill, logging, farming tobacco and hay, and working on his tractors. These were not just jobs to him, but a way of life, a testament to his dedication and tenacity. Jerry’s family was the cornerstone of his life. He was a loving husband to Faye Hill, and a devoted father to Sharon (Charles) Elliott, Vanessa (Dustin) Richardson, and Brian (Danielle) Hill. He took great pleasure in spending...

Joyce Fay (Goins) May, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister passed away on April 30, 2024 in Pomona, California. Joyce was born on September 29, 1940 in Williamsburg, KY to the late Nancy Bray Hill and Herman Goins. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 40 years, Carlos May; stepfather, William Hill; brothers, Wilburn Hill, and Bobby Hill; sisters, Kay Hill Sutton and Bonnie Hill Smith. Since her passing, her younger brother, Gary Hill has also passed away. Joyce had a love for crocheting, especially baby blankets and scarfs. She blessed many people with her beautiful homemade gifts. She enjoyed a good word search, doing crossword puzzles. tending...

Linda Charlene Osborne Blair, passed away peacefully at her home on September 18, 2024, and went to be with her Heavenly Father. She was 73 years old. A lifelong resident of Corbin, Kentucky, she was the daughter and only child of Charles Ray and Elizabeth Charles Osborne, both of whom predeceased her. She is survived by Tom Blair, her husband of 52 years; a daughter, Lauren Blair Duckworth (David); and grandchildren, Charles, Blair, and Andrew, all of whom were blessed and enriched by her love and care. Charlene was cherished by the many friends she made throughout her lifetime. Her beautiful smile could light up a room. She was a talented artist,...

Betty Witt, age 90, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at the Williamsburg Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born September 16, 1934 in Williamsburg, KY, to the late Foster and Margaret Younce Lane. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Donnie R. Witt; and a son, Mike Harmon. Betty worked at Williamsburg City School. She was a person of many hats. She taught the Kitchen Sunday School at Main Street Baptist Church for over 20 years. She is survived by one son, Donnie Ray Witt (Ginny) of Knoxville, TN; one daughter, Sandy Harmon of Corbin, KY; seven grandchildren, Emily Randolph (Andy) of Sharonville, OH,...