Howard Michael Williams
Jun 17, 2025
Howard Michael Williams "Mike" was born on April 26, 1957 in Harlan, Kentucky to the late Robert and Dovie Williams of Baxter, Kentucky, and entered into his eternal resting home on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family and friends.
Mike was a retired coal miner and truck driver. However, the work he was most passionate about...
Shayla Neveah Janette Farley
Jun 14, 2025
Shayla Nevaeh Janette Farley, 18, of Salisbury, NC, formerly of Harlan, KY, passed away unexpectedly on June 14, 2025. Born on August 7, 2006, in Lexington, KY, Shayla spent most of her life in Harlan, where she was known for her kind spirit, warm smile, and her great love for animals and helping others.
She is survived by her loving mother,...
Bettye Grant Moody
Jun 11, 2025
Bettye Grant Moody, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of grace, strength, and enduring love. She was born on January 4, 1938, in Barbourville, Kentucky, the cherished daughter of Omer Grant and Lydia Parrot.
Bettye’s life was rooted in devotion to her family and a quiet resilience that touched all who knew her. Her...
Donna Hall McKnight
2025
Donna Hall McKnight, 71 of Boca Raton, FL went home to be back with Jesus at her residence.
Beloved Daughter of Jane Farley Hall and the late Harold Hall; best friend and adored wife of Joe McKnight. Most treasured Momma of Cathie and Kenny Fraser.
Most precious “Nonna” of Jillian, Joshua, Hailey, Milo, and Jacob.
Loving aunt of Dawn Pruden.
Also survived by daughter...
Richard Wayne Phillips
Jun 3, 2025
Richard Wayne "Humphammer" Phillips, 77 of Stanfill, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at Harlan ARH.
Wayne was born on August 7, 1947 in Harlan, Kentucky to the late Cleta Hatfield Balltrip. He was a retired coal miner, having worked on strip jobs. He was a deacon and member of Liggett Baptist Church, but was presently attending Pansy Baptist...
Michael Christopher Pace
May 28, 2025
Michael "Hoss" Christopher Pace, 41 of Harlan, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 following a long illness with Huntington's disease.
Michael was born on April 27, 1984 to the late Roger, Sr. and Debbie Smith Pace. He was a lifelong resident of Harlan, Kentucky and enjoyed 4-wheeling.
Besides his parents, he is also preceded in death by...
Jewell Overbay
May 26, 2025
Jewell Overbay, 77 of Harlan, Kentucky passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 at the home of her son in Dayhoit, Kentucky.
Jewell was born on August 10, 1947 in Jackson County, Kentucky to the late Colemen and Knewanee Welch Tillery. She was a retired Nurse Aide.
Besides her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband,...
Jackie Darlene Franks
May 21, 2025
Jackie Darlene Jenkins Franks, 68 of Cawood, KY left this life on May 21, 2025 in the comfort of her daughter's home in Pennington Gap, VA.
She entered this world April 7, 1957 and resided in Cawood, Kentucky until a few months before her death. Jackie was a homemaker who raised 3 children and enjoyed caring for those around her. She...
William D. Howard
May 21, 2025
William D. (Bill) Howard, 75 of Grays Knob, KY passed away on Wednesday May 21, 2025 at the Johnson City Medical Center.
Bill was born January 5, 1950 at Coalgood, KY to the late Dexter and Lillie Mae Strunk Howard. He was a retired coal miner. He was a Veteran of the United States Army having served his country during the...
Caitlin Marie Cooper
May 18, 2025
Caitlin Marie Sowards Cooper, 27 of Cawood, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Harlan ARH.
Caitlin was born on February 18, 1998 in Harlan, Kentucky to Elmer and Marie Miller Sowards. She was a former employee of the Harlan County Detention Center. Caitlin enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding 4-wheelers, and singing.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents; Priscilla...
Kholson Paul Caldwell
May 14, 2025
With a heavy heart we announce the sudden passing of Kholson Paul Caldwell a cherished vibrant and loving member of the Caldwell family in the Bledsoe Community.
Kholson was known for his compassionate big heart of encouragement expressed with a daily phrase of "I Love You". Kholson worked factory jobs at Asian Automotive, Smithfield and more, but now it was a...
Hugh R. Saylor
May 12, 2025
Hugh R. Saylor, 89 of Wallins, KY passed away on Monday afternoon of May 12, 2025.
Hugh was born May 30, 1935 in Molus, KY to the late Fred and Carrie Saylor. He was retired from General Motors with 30 years of service. He was an avid UK Wildcat fan.
Besides his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Doris...
Betty Lee Burkhart
May 10, 2025
Betty Lee (Franks) Burkhart, 88, of Wallins, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on May 10th, 2025 at her home.
Betty was born on February 22nd, 1937, to the late Loyd and Hazel (Kelley) Franks. As the third born of nine children, Betty mastered the art of caregiving at an early age and always took wonderful care of those she loved. Her gift...
Jerry Lewis
May 9, 2025
Jerry Lewis, 72 of Bledsoe, Kentucky passed away on Friday morning, May 9, 2025 at the Mountain View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Jerry was born on August 19, 1953 in Leslie County, Kentucky to the late Orie Lewis and Fannie Mae Caldwell Lewis Helton. He worked many years strip mining at Straight Creek Mining. After leaving the mines, he...
Kasey Lynn Tolliver
May 8, 2025
Kasey Lynn Tolliver, 35 of Kitts, KY passed away suddenly on May 8, 2025 following an epileptic seizure.
Kasey was born January 9, 1990 in Pineville, KY to Roberta Robin Tolliver and Phillip Carr. She was a graduate of Harlan Co. High School. She was a loving & caring mom to son, Ethan. She loved to travel and had generous heart...
Sharon Etta Allen
May 7, 2025
Sharon Etta Allen, 67 of Cawood, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday evening of May 7, 2025 at Greg and Noreen Wells Hospice Center in Hazard, Kentucky.
Sharon was born on September 19, 1957 to the late Clarence and Patsy Pace. Sharon was a Registered Nurse and a homemaker. She loved working with her flowers and spending time with her...
Justin Lee Curry
May 6, 2025
Justin Lee Curry, 69, of London, Kentucky (formerly of Harlan), passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
He is survived by his devoted wife and best friend, Betty Blevins Curry; his beloved mother, Mary Curry; and his three sons, whom he loved deeply: Justin Curry II (Laura) of Harlan, Jared Logan Curry (Amanda) of Lexington, and Jesse Curry...
James Foley Smallwood, Sr
Apr 30, 2025
James Foley Smallwood, Sr., 73 of Baxter, Kentucky passed away Wednesday evening, April 30, 2025 at Harlan ARH.
James was born in Loyall, Kentucky on June 6, 1951 to the late William and Martha Cornett Smallwood. He was a self employed carpenter and troop leader for the Boy Scouts. He enjoyed fishing and wood working.
Besides his parents, he...
David Thomas
Apr 26, 2025
David Thomas, 48 of Baxter, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Continue Care Hospital in Corbin, Kentucky.
David was born on January 15, 1977 in Gary, Indiana to the late Stanley and Joyce Thomas Turner. He was a tower climber for 27 years and also done construction work.
He is survived by his sons; Cayden (Ida) Thomas, Maysen Thomas,...
Patricia Lynn Shope
Apr 22, 2025
Patricia Lynn Howard Shope, 83 of Somerset, Kentucky passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 while surrounded by her loving family.
Patricia was born in Dayhoit, Kentucky on November 20, 1941 to Willie Lee and Park Howard. She married Ralph D. Shope on September 3, 1960. They were blessed with 64 years of marriage. Pat was an...
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