Obituaries

Donna Carol (Adams) Douglas, age 82, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. A devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and dedicated great-grandmother, Donna lived a life defined by her unwavering faith in God, her unconditional love for her family, and her kindness toward others. Born November 25, 1943, Donna was a woman of strong Baptist faith and a member of Bible Baptist Church in Portage, Indiana. Her faith remained a guiding force throughout her life, providing strength, comfort, and peace through life’s many blessings and challenges. Donna was a loving and devoted wife to her husband, Richard Douglas, with whom she shared a lifetime...

Margaret (King) Metcalf, age 87, of Clairfield, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at home. She was born June 19, 1939, in Clairfield, Tennessee. Margaret is preceded in death by husband, Lester Metcalf; father, George King; mother, Lilly (Terry) King; brothers, Harvey King, George King, and Troy King. She is survived by sister, Bessie Metcalf; sister-in-law, Lois King; nephews, James Metcalf, Danny Metcalf, Tony, Troy, Dillard and Bart King; niece, Barbara Penington; and a host of family and friends to mourn her passing. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, November 14, at Harp Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 15, at Primroy Baptist Church...

Cynthia Ann “Cindy” Bowlin, age 63, of the Boston Community of Whitley County, departed this life at her home on November 8, 2026. She was born on September 9, 1963, to Cecil Partin and Bonnie Sue Partin Russell. Cindy was a beloved wife, daughter, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend. She was a member of Clearfork Baptist Church. Above all, she cherished her family and friends and loved nothing more than spending time with them. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Bowlin; her mother, Bonnie Sue Partin Russell; her father, Cecil Partin; her uncles, A.J. Lawson, Harvey Coffee, and Jim Trimble; her aunts, Sandra Bogan, Barbara Coffee, Ethel Lawson,...

Robert J. Smith, age 93, of Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Christian Care Communities in Corbin, Kentucky. He was born on October 27, 1933, in Hazel Park, Michigan, to the late Alex and Ellen (Partin) Smith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Marjorie King, and his brother, Theodore Smith. Robert proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army. Following his military service, he attended college in Hazel Park, Michigan, and spent many dedicated years working as a skilled carpenter. A man of quiet strength and enduring Christian faith, he was a devoted member of...

Angelia Anderson Chappell, age 61, of Williamsburg, KY, left this earthly home following a two-month illness for her heavenly home on November 8, 2026. She was born August 8, 1965, to Kenneth and Linda Anderson. Angelia possessed culinary, estimator, mechanical, organizational and technical skills like no other. She worked for LGC Global, headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, for the last several years. Prior to going to LGC Global, she worked with her father in his construction and consultation business. Angelia was preceded in death by her mother, Linda Siler Anderson, grandparents, Glennus and Wilma Anderson and Maxine and Lewis Siler and numerous other family members. She is survived by her father, Kenneth Ray...

Dennis Hayes, age 68, of Williamsburg, KY, passed away Thursday, November 5, 2026 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, KY. He was born December 26, 1957 in Hamilton, OH, to the late Junior Hayes and Cassie B. Gibbins Hayes. Along with his father he was preceded in death by a grandson, Zachary Hayes; five siblings, Sue Carr, Kenny Hayes, Steven Hayes, Burma Lemmings, and Shirley Dees. Dennis was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corp. He is survived by four children, Dennis “D.J.” Howard Hayes Jr. (Miranda) of Rockholds, KY, Tonya Hayes (Robert Walker) of Hamilton, OH, Jessica Griffith (Steve) of Williamsburg, KY, Brittany Llewellyn of...

Carol Jo Powers, age 75, of Louden Road, Williamsburg, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at her home. She was born on November 30, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Edwin and Mary Barlett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Sharon Sutter. Carol spent her life serving and caring for others as a dedicated homemaker and caretaker. Her greatest love was her family, and nothing brought her more happiness than the cherished hours spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, creating memories that will be held dear forever. She is survived by her loving husband of over 59 years, Larry A. Powers Sr....

Martha (Branam) Ridenour, age 80, of LaFollette, Tennessee passed away Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center. She was born April 12, 1946, in LaFollette, Tennessee. Martha is preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Kay Ridenour; daughter, Sharon K. Ridenour; father, Clyde Branam; mother, Josephine (Brandenburg) Branam; and brother, Vennis Lee Branam. She is survived by son, Stanley Ridenour and wife Debral; grandchildren, Jacob Ridenour and wife Stacey, Jessica Ridenour, Jordan Ridenour; several great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren; sister, Ava Walden; special friends, Patty Bruce, Jonathan Nease and Peyton Bruce; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn her passing. The family will receive friends...

Elda Elizabeth “Liz” (Ray) Bryan, age 85, of Kodak, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at home. She was born May 18, 1941, in Stinking Creek, Tennessee. Liz is preceded in death by her father, James Northcross Ray; mother, Hattie May (Rauhuff) Ray; brothers, Haskel Abijah Ray, John Earl Ray; and sisters, Bonnie Schneider, Hazel Douglas, Barbara Sharp. She is survived by her husband, Carl Bryan, sons, Brent Bryan, Mark Bowlin and wife Amy; like sons, Joe Prudentino and wife Ella, James Davis and wife Jackie; daughters, Starr Robillard and husband Gary, Jeannie Sands and husband Ernie, Aleshia Green and husband Charlie; grandchildrenm Zack McCarter, Kaleb McCarter, Cory Brackins, Josh...

Wilma Jean (Wolfenbarger) Mays, age 86, of Fonde, Kentucky passed away Friday, November 6, 2026, at Middlesboro Nursing and Rehab. She was born September 7, 1940, in Fonde, Kentucky. She was a dedicated member of Fonde Church of God for more than sixty years. Wilma is preceded in death by her father, Dallas Wolfenbarger; mother, Faye (Drummonds) Wolfenbarger; brother, James Wolfenbarger; sister, Delores Lawson and husband Clarence “Dood”; brother-in-law, Billy Gaylor; sisters-in-law, Almeda Rice and Margaret Kepler. She is survived by daughters, Deidra Thomas and husband Buddy, Teresa Thomas and husband Brian; grandchildren, Bethany Adkins and husband Scott, Tyler Thomas and wife Tabitha; great-grandchildren, Harlee Adkins, Ellie, Kash and Chet Thomas; grandchildren...