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Current Obituaries
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Wednesday, March 28th Edition
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Saturday, March 24, 2018
Russell Morris III, 18
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Russell Morris III, age 18, of Walling Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, March 24, at his home.
He was born June 11, 1999, in Montgomery County, a son of Russell “Doc” Morris Jr. and Spring Stevens. He was a senior at Estill County High School and had lived in Estill County all his life.
Survivors, in addition to his parents, include three grandparents: Russell Morris, Iva Stevens and Lisa Willis, all of Estill County; his great grandfather, Donald Willis, Estill County; five sisters: Ida Morris,
Kimberly Morris,
Nacholl Morris,
Addison Morris, and
Bristol Morris, all of Estill County; three brothers: Nathaniel Morris,
Matthew Stevens, and Ethan Kelley, all of Estill County; his girlfriend, Maddie Hall; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; and his step-mother, Letisha Morris.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, March 27, 11:00 a.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Jason Carpenter with burial following in the West Irvine Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Monday, March 26th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Jesse Farley, Noah Turner, Chase Becknell, Ronnie Means, Scott Fielder, Ty Robinson, Chris Mitchell, Ronnie Dale Conrad and Randy Farthing.
Thursday, March 22, 2018
Marcus Hisle, 67
Marcus Hisle, age 67, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, husband of Deborah Blakeman Hisle, passed away Thursday, March 22, 2018 at Windsor Care Center in Mt. Sterling.
A native of Winchester, he was born on March 11, 1951 to the late Joseph Samuel Hisle and Sophia Frances Estes Hisle. Marcus was a retired maintenance worker.
In addition to his loving wife Deborah, survivors include, a daughter, Bethany Lynn Hisle of Mt. Sterling; two sisters: Sue Hall of Winchester and Brenda Smith of Estill County; two brothers: Sam Hisle of Winchester and Gene Hisle of Clay City. He also leaves behind several extended family members.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Joe E. Hisle, Charles Hisle, Ivan Hisle and Keith Hisle; and two sisters, Ruby Kidd and Rhoda Patterson.
Services were held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 26, at Scobee Funeral Home, 219 West Lexington Avenue, Winchester, by Rev. William Prater. Burial followed in the Winchester Cemetery. Visitation was held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service, Monday, at the funeral home.
Saturday, March 10, 2018
Bestie Jane Pitts Simkins, 81
Bestie Jane Pitts Simkins, 81, of Chillicothe, Ohio, died Saturday evening, March 10, 2018, at her home.
She was born on October 28, 1936 in Menifee County, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Thomas and Laula Profitt Pitts. She married her husband of 63 years, Howard Simkins, Jr., and he survives.
Also surviving are one son, Howard Stephens Simkins of Chillicothe; two grandchildren, Howard Jason Simkins and Stephanie Simkins, both of Chillicothe; three great grandchildren, Brady James, Michael Stephen, and Jason Daniel Simkins; and one sister, Leonie Vickers (Andy) of Lewisburg, Ohio.
She was preceded in death by one sister, Pauline Clayton; and one brother, Alvin Pitts.
A graveside service was held on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Moore’s Cemetery, Chillicothe, with Shaun Raleigh officiating. The Ebright Funeral home, Frankfort, Ohio, served the family.
Monday, January 8, 2018
Christine Schneider, 94
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Christine Schneider, age 94, of Huntington Beach, California; formerly of Louisville, passed away Monday, January 8, 2018, at Huntington Beach.
She was born August 1, 1923, in Irvine, Kentucky, and was a long time resident of Louisville.
Ms. Schneider was preceded in death by her parents, Robert W. and Bettie Schneider; a sister, Jenny A. Schneider; and a brother, Robert F. Schneider. She is survived by four nephews John Schneider and family of Westerville, Ohio; Robert F. Schneider, Jr. and family of Huntington Beach; Martin Schneider and family of Westerville; and David Schneider and family of Newark, Ohio.
Christine was an adventurous and independent woman that loved to entertain and enjoyed the game of bridge and theatre with her close friends. She volunteered for the Speed Museum for 32 years and for the Kentucky Center for the Arts for 30 years, in Louisville. Her dear friend Mary who volunteered with her and who is with us today tells us that she was able to enjoy all the productions at the theatre during her hours of volunteer work.
Christine was born at a time when Warren G. Harding, a Republican from Ohio, was President. The following day Calvin Coolidge became President following President Harding’s sudden death. Songs written by Bessie Smith including Baby won’t you please come home were popular and this was the year that Walt Disney Company was founded. Aunt Chris at age 92 ask her nieces, Jenny and Katie to take her to Disneyland where she stayed until closing and had a wonderful time.
She grew up in a small house in Irvine with her parents, Robert and Bette, her older sister Jenny and her younger brother Bob. Her brother was five years younger than she was and she told us that when he was born her father was so excited that he ran all the way home from the hospital and left the car there. Her father worked for the railroad and she often told stories about her Mother dressing her and her sister Jenny up with new dresses and white gloves and riding the train into the city.
Christine was brought up with traditional values but instead of taking an interest in sewing and cooking like many from that era, her love was for travel. She wanted to see the world. Christine says that she received an application from one of her co-workers in the factory where they worked making things for the soldiers during WW11. The application was for a position of secretary with the State, U.S. Foreign Services. Christine did not think too much of it but completed the application and sent it in based on her desire to travel. Within a week the secret service was at her neighbor’s door completing background checks. Christine said some of the neighbors ask her Mother what Christine had done wrong. Her Mother was supportive of Christine traveling across the world via Ship through France to Berlin for a two-year post, just a few months after WWII ended. While in Germany she attended the Nuremberg Trials. Her career would allow her to travel and live all over the world and when asked what her favorite places was to live she had a difficult time answering as she enjoyed so many. She did say that she was not fond of Saudi Arabia based on the heat and inability to walk around the markets safely. Christine was not easily intimidated though, in fact she told the story of having a distillery from Sears and Roebuck sent to her while in Saudi Arabia where her and her peers made their own wine. She developed friendships all over the world and kept up with them through Christmas last year.
After retirement Christine lived with her sister Jenny for over 30 years in Louisville where she really enjoyed fine dining, the horse races, and traveling the short distance to Westerville, Ohio to visit her brother Bob and his family. This is the house where we have fond memories of everyone gathering on Christmas for a wonderful dinner and large family with a room full of gifts.
Christine lived the past few years close to her nephew Robert in California where she continued to enjoy the theater, movies, eating out and boating on the lake. Christine loved her entire family and enjoyed visiting with us and talking with us frequently. Her motto was one foot in front of the other and up until a few weeks prior to her death she continued to walk around outside and join us as we ate out at restaurants. Christine was always up for an adventure and always wanted to go somewhere, anywhere as long as she could place one foot in front of the other.
All of us here, and so many more, have precious memories of Aunt Chris and we will hold on to these to comfort us during this painful time when we miss her so very much.
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Wednesday, March 21st Edition
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Monday, March 19, 2018
Roger Lee Williams, 87
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Roger Lee Williams, age 87, of Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Monday, March 19, 2018 at his home.
Born September 10, 1930, at Ravenna, in Estill County, he was the son of Isaac C. and Nannie Belle (Trent) Williams, both of whom preceded him in death. Mr. Williams was a retired salesman for the former Madison Grocery and served proudly in the Kentucky National Guard. He was a faithful member of Fountain Park First Church of God in Richmond. He enjoyed serving as a high school basketball official in his younger days, and was an official Time Keeper for EKU basketball games for nearly 40 years.
He is survived by his loving wife, Lois Marie (Newkirk) Williams; one son, Barry Williams (Paula) of Richmond; three daughters: Janet York (Larry), Joye Lowery (Ray), both of Richmond, and Jill Slone (Brian) of Nicholasville; one brother, Donald Williams (Pat) of Estill County; two sisters: Barbara Rison of Estill County and Kay Lay of Lexington; eight grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and one great, great grandchild.
Funeral services for Mr. Williams were held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, at Fountain Park First Church of God, 5000 Secretariat Drive, Richmond, with Pastor Ben Jordan officiating, and Bro. Elder Goble and Bro. Paul Floyd assisting. Burial followed in the Richmond Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 21st at the church.
Pallbearers were Jeffrey Harmon, Trent Harmon, Matt Lowery, Patrick Williams, Anthony Williams, Zachary Slone, Irish Rollins, Tyler Price, Michelle Harmon, and Robyn Frederick.
Honorary bearers were Ron Hackler, Lawrence Bailey, Donnie Elswick, Floyd Coleman, Jim Moore, and Rick Leger.
The family would like to give a special thanks to his caregivers, Peaches Parks and Kate Lowery.
Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home of Richmond is serving the family.
Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home
Sunday, March 18, 2018
Brian Keith Brandenburg, 53
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Brian Keith Brandenburg, age 53, of Harris Ferry Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, following a long illness.
He was born December 5, 1964 in Clark County and was the son of Virginia Brandenburg Stone and the late Leondas Brandenburg. He was a farmer and had lived in Estill County most of his life.
Survivors, in addition to his mother, include his step-father, Jackie Stone, Estill County; and one brother, Greg Brandenburg, Clark County.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Randall Brandenburg.
Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, March 21, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Linville Dunaway. Burial was at the Fielder Cemetery. Friends may call after 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Danny Sewell, Ray Moses, Joby Culton, Lee D. Freeman, Keith Dooley and Billy Ormes.
Honorary pallbearers were Joe Woosley, Vernon Brooks, Zack Call, Tim Brandenburg, Joey Brandenburg, Rick Sparks, Daniel Sparks and David Harper.
Saturday, March 17, 2018
Gregory Lynn Finney, 70
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Gregory Lynn Finney, age 70, of Elm Street in Ravenna, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, March 17, 2018, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, following a short illness.
He was born February 29, 1948 in Cincinnati, Ohio and was the son of the late Chester and Hazel Tuttle Finney. He was a retired electrician and a member of the Sons of the American Legion and the VFW. He had lived in Estill County most of his life.
Mr. Finney is survived by his companion, Carolyn Powell; one daughter, Michelle Embry, Estill County; four sisters: Marilyn Bryant, Georgia;
Judy Adams, Lola Finney and Debbie Jordan, all of Estill County; one brother, Bobby Finney, Ohio; and two grandchildren: G.T. Embry and Meadow Embry.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Nancy Lester; and one brother, Jerry Finney.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, March 20, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. David Watson. Friends called after 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were G.T. Embry, Luke Gregory, Beatle Lisle, Skip Johnson, Eddie Golden and David Caudill.
Saturday, March 17, 2018
Jerry Lee Thornberry, 82
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Jerry Lee Thornberry, 82, of Winchester, Kentucky, husband of Ruth Huff Thornberry, passed away Saturday, March 17, 2018 at Saint Joseph East Hospital in Lexington.
He was born on May 23, 1935 in Olive Hill to the late Glenn Horton Thornberry and Virginia Kerns Thornberry. He was a self-employed business man, and owner of Thornberry Markets and Quickshop Trailer Park. He was a member of the 1951 state champion basketball team and the 1953 state champion golf team of Clark County High School. Mr. Thornberry was a proud United States Army Veteran and Elder at Calvary Christian Church.
He is survived by his wife, Ruth Huff Thornberry of 57 years, two sons, Timothy Lee (Cynthia) Thornberry and Jeffrey Huff Thornberry; one daughter, Jennifer Thornberry (Brian) Graham; seven grandchildren, Franklin Chase Davis, Kendall Rhea Thornberry, Hayley Ruth Thornberry, Derek Robert Thornberry, Taylor Brian (Sarah) Graham, Caitlin Eyvan Graham, Issac Lee Graham; one brother, Larry Dee (Margaret) Thornberry.
He is preceded in death by one brother, Jay Douglas Thornberry.
Services were at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 20, at Calvary Christian Church. Burial followed in the Winchester Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Taylor Graham, Derek Thornberry, Issac Graham, Chase Davis, Mike “Bear” Rogers, Larry Curtis, and John Wheatley.
The honorary pallbearers were the elders and deacons of Calvary Christian Church.
Visitation was held 5-8 p.m., Monday, March 19, at Calvary Christian Church.
Scobee Funeral Home of Winchester was in charge of arrangements.
Friday, March 16, 2018
Linda Jo Estes, 58
Linda Jo Estes, age 58, of Eli Sparks Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Friday, March 16, 2018, at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, following a long illness.
She was born April 17, 1959 in Pontiac, Michigan and was the daughter of the late Ely and JoAnn Scheisel Smith. She was retired from the Irvine Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and attended the St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
Mrs. Estes is survived by her husband, Greenville Estes; one daughter, Sally Ann Stepp, Estill County; one son, Andy Dewayne Estes, Estill County; one sister, Cathey Sparks, Estill County; and two grandchildren: Matthew Stepp and LeAnn Stepp.
She was preceded in death by two brothers: Russell and George Smith; and one half-sister, Roberta Hamilton.
Funeral services were conducted Monday, March 19, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Brian Kibler. Burial was at the Campbell Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Sunday, March 18th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Teddy Hunt, Floyd Johnson, Chad Brothers, Miles Dobson, Donnie Ross and Dereck Sparks.
Thursday, March 15, 2018
Ida Mae Moore, 81
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Ida Mae Moore, age 81, of Stanton, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2018 at the Stanton Nursing Home and Rehab Center.
She was born in Beattyville March 5, 1937 to Robert and Minnie Johnson. She was a homemaker and a member of the Wide Creek Baptist Church and she had a love for quilting. She is survived by three sons: Earl Moore Jr. (Lula) of Stanton, Elijah C. Moore of Jeffersonville, and Jonathan Moore of Stanton; a daughter, Patty Albertini of Richmond; 12 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, three great, great grandchildren; a brother, Tommy Johnson of Beattyville; a sister, Dora Johnson of Richmond; and a special friend, Sherman Barnett of Irvine.
Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by her husband Earl Moore Sr.; her parents, Robert and Minnie Johnson; two sons William and Timothy Moore; a grandson, John Michael Albertini; and a sister, Dorothy Davis.
Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 17, at the Grayson Funeral Home, 201 7th Avenue in Clay City, with Bro. Tommy Evans officiating. Friends visited Friday, March 16th from 6 untill 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial was in the Stonegate Cemetery.
Wednesday, March 14, 2018
David Earl Roberts, 64
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David Earl Roberts, 64, son of Dovie Peters Boyd, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at the VA Medical Center in Lexington.
He was a carpenter, and United States Army veteran, and enjoyed woodworking. He was a native of Estill County, born June 4, 1953, a son of Dovie Peters Boyd, and the late Brown Roberts.
Mr. Roberts was preceded in death by his step-father, Ike Boyd Jr.; and a brother, Benjamin Franklin Roberts.
Survivors, other than his mother, include his brothers: Jason Boyd and Ike Boyd III (Joni); his stepchildren: Vonda Arvin, Melinda Powell, and Roy Fields; five step-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 17, at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with Bro. Billy Stamper officiating. Burial followed in the Roberts Cemetery. Friends may call after 6:00 p.m., Friday, March 16th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Tyler Boyd, Ike Boyd IV, Steve Fox, John Fox, Bill Fox, and Clayton Tharpe.
Tuesday, March 13, 2018
Ida Jane Williams, 95
Ida Jane Williams, age 95, of Southern Hills Drive in Richmond, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2018, at her home following a short illness.
She was born May 12, 1922 in Jackson County, Kentucky, and was the daughter of the late Henry and Emmaline Griffin Gilbert. She was a homemaker and a member of the Hargett First Church of God. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
Mrs. Williams was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Franklin Williams.
She is survived by two daughters: Ima Jean Marshall (Scotty) and Violet Davenport (Freddie), both of Madison County; two sons: Jimmy Lee Williams (Phyllis) and Herman Douglas Williams (Jodi), both of Estill County; three stepchildren: Mayfra Isaacs, Robert Samuel Williams, and Wesley Franklin Williams (Phyllis), all of Estill County; eight grandchildren, seven step-grandchildren; three great, great, great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; several great grandchildren and several great, great grandchildren.
Mrs. Williams was preceded in death by one sister, Georgia Williams; and six brothers: Harvey, Richard, Jimmy, Jesse, Goldie and Arnold Gilbert.
Funeral services were conducted Sunday, March 18, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Merle Travis. Burial was at the Williams Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Saturday, March 17th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Don Marshall, Gary Marshall, Curt Williams, David Lee Chaney, David Davenport and Allen Davenport.
Honorary pallbearers were Libby Chaney, Felicia Canter, Rhonda Keener, Freddie Davenport,
Scotty Marshall, David O. Chaney, Jeramey Donathan, Joshua Henson, and Taylor Tate.
Monday, March 12, 2018
Lavenda Joan Canter, 75
Lavenda Joan Canter, age 75, of Broadway in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Monday, March 12, 2018, at her home following a long illness.
She was born June 24, 1942 in Kokomo, Indiana and was the daughter of the late Jesse T. and Rose Ann Bailey Jamison. She was a homemaker and member of the Friendship Baptist Church. She had lived in Estill County most of her life.
Mrs. Canter is survived by her husband of 61 years, Samuel Lee Canter, Jr.; two daughters: Vickie Canter Dunaway, Richmond; and LaSonia Canter Smith (Robert), London; one son, Samuel Glenn Canter, Lexington; one sister, Arlene Townsend, North Carolina; one brother, Gale Jamison, Ohio; and two grandchildren: Dustin Dunaway (Tiffany Richardson) and Ashley Canter Simpson (Graham).
She was preceded in death by one grandchild, Cody Canter; three sisters: Loretta Ramsey, Lucille Canter and Etta Estes; and two brothers: Walter Moore and Jiggs Rogers.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, March 17, 1:00 p.m. at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Scott Rogers. Burial was at the Cobb Hill Cemetery. Friends called between 6 and 9 p.m., Friday, March 16th at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Dustin Dunaway, Tiffany Richardson, Glenn Canter and Leroy Lamb.
Monday, March 12, 2018
Quintin Douglas Pasley, 59
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Quintin Douglas Pasley, age 59, of Clay City, Kentucky, was killed in a CSX work related accident on Monday, March 12, 2018 in Wartrace, Tennessee.
Born October 28, 1958, in Fort Stewart, Georgia, he was the son of Lenwell and Gearlene Puckett Pasley of Clay City, a member of Amvets Post 67 and a member of Beechfork Golf Club. Quintin Pasley was a valued CSX employee of 39 years and a longtime railroader.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandi Thacker Pasley.
In addition to his parents, he is also survived by his daughter, Victoria Jasser (Ahmed) of Stanton; one brother, Len Pasley of Stanton; one sister, Shari Faulkner (Daryl) of Stanton; two grandchildren, Daleela Jasser and Aleena Jasser; two nephews, Justin Faulkner and Jeremy Faulkner; one niece, Tiffany Pasley; four great nephews: Aiden Faulkner, Riley Faulkner, Noah Faulkner and Parker Faulkner; and one great niece, Caroline Faulkner.
Funeral services officiated by Bro. Warren Rogers and Bro. Sammy Faulkner were held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, March 18, at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton. Visitation began at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, March 17th at the funeral home. Burial was in Salem Cemetery, Highway 82, Irvine, with Jeremy Faulkner, Justin Faulkner, Ricky Puckett, Gary Pasley and Alex Pasley serving as active pallbearers.
Honorary pallbearers were Charlie Pearson, C. B. Martin, CSX family, Amvets family and his golfing and fishing buddies.
Saturday March 10, 2018
Alpha Pitts Wells, 98
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Alpha Pitts Wells, age 98, of Frenchburg, Kentucky, passed away Saturday March 10, 2018 at the University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, after a short illness.
She was born February 23, 1920 in Menifee County, Kentucky to the late Joel and Alafair Hatton Pitts. She was the matriarch of her family and known to most by Granny, or Aunt Alphie. She loved sewing and quilting and was a homemaker, but her biggest pride was her family.
Mrs. Wells is survived by a granddaughter, Jennifer Murphy (Jeff), of Frenchburg; a great granddaughter, Allie Rogers of Frenchburg; one stepdaughter, Mary Hannah Benson; one step-granddaughter, Susan Johnson (Scott); six step-great grandchildren: Josh Murphy, Emily Murphy, both of Salt Lick; Katie Roberts (Jason) of Frenchburg; Kyle Ratliff, Cam Lawson and Melody Benson; and one step-great, great grandson, Hudson Roberts.
She is also survived by Frank Pitts (Vickie), Robin Meadows (J.C.), Genevia Ballou, Todd Pitts (Cassie), and Rachel Pitts; along with a host of other nieces nephews and cousins.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Kern P. Wells; a daughter Barbara Wells Ingram; a son-in-law, Homer Ingram; one step-granddaughter, Rita Kay Hall and five brothers: Oliver (at birth), Ray, Roy, Soney and Harlan Pitts.
Funeral services were at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13, at the Taul Funeral Home in Frenchburg, with burial in the Hatton Cemetery. Visitation was on Monday, March 12, from 6-9 p.m. at the funeral home.
Pallbearers were Josh Ballou, Eddie Maze, Jake Harris, Alan Michael Peck, Roger Smallwood, and Grant Sorrell.
Honorary pallbearers were nieces and nephews, and Chrissy Beatty, Rocio Maze (Rosa), Melody Smallwood, Anita Patrick, and Rodney Combs.