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Estill Tribune Obituaries

Estill County

Wednesday, September 18th Edition

  Saturday, September 14, 2024

Mildred Moore, 67


Mildred Moore

    Mildred Moore, age 67, of Richmond, Kentucky, formerly of Irvine, Kentucky departed this life on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at the Compassionate Care Hospice Center in Richmond, Kentucky.
    Mildred was born on December 26, 1956, in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Herbert and Marie Dixon Hobbs.
    In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by two daughters, Christina and Rhonda Marcum; and one sister, Anita Hobbs.
    Survivors include her loving husband, Floyd Moore; three grandchildren, Jason Dixon (Brittany), Briana Marcum, and Derek Hisel; two great grandchildren, Jason Axel Dixon and Adalae Dixon; two brothers, James Hobbs and Ricky Hobbs; and two sisters, Cheryl Hobbs and Janice Flynn; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and friends to miss her and mourn her passing.
    Funeral services for Mildred Moore will be conducted on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Lewis Home for Funerals. Brother Marvin Neal will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Hobbs Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the time of services at 1 p.m. at the funeral home.
    Serving as pallbearers will be friends and family.

Lewis Home for Funerals

  September 13, 2024

Katherine Marie Hall, 81


Katherine Marie Hall

    Katherine Marie Hall, 81, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky, at Baptist Hospital after battling a brief illness. She is now, and for all of eternity, in the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
    She was born in Estill County, Kentucky, to the parents of Floyd and Dovie Norton. Over the course of her life she was so many wonderful things to so many people.
    Kathy was the beautiful and devoted wife of 40 years to Eugene Hall. Gene passed away earlier this year and they are now in Heaven, once again, rejoicing together.
    She was a cherished sister to her ten siblings, Glendon Norton (Pat), William Norton, Robert Norton, Lester Norton, Louise Hisle, Juanita Hall, Geneva Lawson, Anne Norton, Darlene Hardy and Nettie Pearl Power, all of whom preceded her in death.
    Kathy was the loving and caring mother to her daughter, Kimberly Bates (Derrick) and to her son, Stacy Hall (Michelle), both of whom love her deeply.
    She was a precious “Mamaw” to five grandchildren and one great grandchild, Michael Bates, Nathan Bates (Graie), Connor Bates, Olivia Bates, Ava Grace Hall and Isabella Riley Bates, all of whom will miss her dearly.
    She was a gracious step-mom to Brian Hall, Sondra Strange, Carol Estes, Lois Campbell, Mark Hall (deceased) and Theresa Congleton (deceased).
    She was a joyous aunt to scores of nieces and nephews. She was a committed co-worker and friend to her colleagues at Trane Company and Parker Seal. She was universally loved by all.
    Funeral services will be conducted Monday, September 16, 2024, 2 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at the West Irvine Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
    Pallbearers are Michael Bates, Nathan Bates, Connor Bates, Kevin Power, John Morgan Wemple and Glendon Carlton.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Thursday, September 12, 2024

Sammy “Bo” McIntosh, 65


Sammy “Bo” McIntosh

    Sammy “Bo” McIntosh, age 65, of Irvine, Kentucky departed this life on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the Marcum and Wallace Hospital in Irvine.
    Sammy was born on July 26, 1959, in Richmond, Kentucky to the late Roy and Helen Rice McIntosh. He was a member of the Providence Baptist Church in Irvine.
    In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by four brothers, Kenneth Ray, Bobby Gene, Danny, and Nathan McIntosh; along with one sister, Dorothy Garrett.
    Survivors include his loving wife of 47 years, Marie McIntosh; his daughter, Jennifer Marie McIntosh; his son, William Samuel McIntosh (Darlene); two sisters, Joyce Ann Rawlins and Sandra McKinney (Bill); one brother, Roy David McIntosh (Sue); two granddaughters, Audrey and Kaylee McIntosh; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, along with numerous special friends and his church family.
    Funeral services for Sammy “Bo” McIntosh will be conducted on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 1 p.m. at the Providence Baptist Church in Irvine. Brother Jeff Reed will be officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakdale Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, from 6-9 p.m. at the Providence Baptist Church.
    The pallbearers will be Bill, Michael, and Dalton McKinney, Nick Vires, Victor Campbell, Jr. McIntosh, and Chris Wasson.
    Lewis Home for Funerals is honored to serve the family of Sammy “Bo" McIntosh.

Lewis Home for Funerals

  Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Mary Jo Palmer, 86


Mary Jo Palmer

    Mary Jo Palmer, age 86 of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday September 10. 2024 at the Irvine Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
    She was born December 6, 1937, to Dennie and Edith Horn. She worked at Union Bank and Trust for 33 years. She was the oldest member of Ceder Grove Methodist Church, and a member of Estill County Homemakers and Marcum and Wallace Hospital Auxiliary.
    Mrs. Palmer is survived by one son, Stephen Palmer (Michelle); two daughters, Kimberly Palmer and Jennifer Palmer; six grandchildren, W.T, Stephnie, Winston, Brianna, Adam, and Andrew; and four great grandchildren Jace, Macy, Dixie, Remi.
    She was preceded in death by her parents, Dennie and Edith Palmer.
    Funeral services were held at 12 Noon, Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the Ceder Grove Methodist Church in Irvine. Friends visited from 10 a.m. 'till time of service. Burial followed in the West Irvine Cemetery.
    Grayson Funeral Home of Irvine was in charge of services.

Grayson Funeral Home

  Monday, September 9, 2024

John Everett Cox, 80


John Everett Cox

    John Everett Cox, age 80, a resident of the Irvine Nursing & Rehabilitation Center passed away Monday, September 9, 2024, at the Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital following a short illness.
    He was born April 23, 1944, in Estill County and was the son of the late Rollie and Betty Lewis Richardson Cox. He served over 20 years in the National Guard and was the former owner of Cox Insurance Agency. He was a member of the Greenbriar Baptist Church and attended the Irvine Nazarene Church. He was also a member of the Irvine Masonic Lodge.
    Mr. Cox is survived by two daughters, Kim Cox (Jimmy) and Paula Adams (Greg), both of Estill County; one brother, Freddie Cox of Warsaw, Kentucky; one grandson, Micah Adams; five nephews, Buddy Cox, Obe Cox, Wayne Henry, Tim Henry, and Todd Henry; and one niece, Becky Cox.
    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline Henry Cox; and his grandson, Dalton Adams.
    Funeral services were conducted Friday, September 13, 2024, 1:00 p.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was at the Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation was held on Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
    Pallbearers were James Cox, Greg Cox, Becky Cox, Freddie Cox, Obe Cox, and Micah Adams.

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Monday, September 9, 2024

Earnest Roberts, 76

    Earnest Roberts, age 76, passed away Monday, September 9, 2024 at his residence in Booneville, Kentucky.
    Earnest was born January 31,1948 in the community of Coal Branch of Breathitt County, Kentucky, a son to the late Parnell and Nancy Johnson Roberts. He was a retired heavy equipment operator and in his free-time he enjoyed farming, going to church at John 3:16 House of Worship, and spending time with his family.
    He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Rose Roberts; one son, Greg Roberts of Harriman, Tennessee; four brothers, Hillyard Roberts (Sherry) of Winchester, Russell Roberts of Irvine, Donald Roberts of Booneville, and Tommy Roberts (Kim), of Irvine; three sisters, Chelsie Hamilton of Winchester, Edna Cockerham (Sam) of Beattyville, and Ruth Ann Gabbard (Mitchell) of Booneville; two grandchildren, Austin Roberts of Booneville and Darren Roberts, of London, Kentucky; and a special friend, Dan Baker of Sextons Creek; along with many other loving family members, and friends.
    He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Elsie Roberts, Sondra Roberts, and Addie Jean McDaniel; and five brothers, Paul, James Earl, Dale Wayne, William Douglas and Kenneth Roberts.
    Visitation was held at the Booneville Funeral Home, Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 11 a.m. 'till 2 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 2 p.m. with Reverand Wendell McDaniel, Reverand Ernie Asher, and Reverand Rodney Dishman officiating. Earnest was laid to rest at the Ken McDaniel Cemetery located in Booneville.

Booneville Funeral Home

  Saturday, August 31, 2024

DeFreda Cole, 81


DeFreda Cole

    DeFreda Cole, age 81, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Everheart Hospice Care Center in Greenville, Ohio.
    She was born to the late Sherman and Lossie Kate Hoover Parrott on September 9, 1942, in Jackson County, Kentucky.
    In addition to her parents, DeFreda was preceded in death by her first husband, Virgil W. Whitsel; and her second husband, Beecher Cole; one daughter, Tonya Whitsel; one sister-in-law, Janet Parrett; and one brother-in-law, Larry Kearnes.
    Survivors include three children, Henrietta K. Whitsel, Dewey S. Whitsel and Virgil Whitsel Jr. (Melody); five grandchildren; one brother, Glenn Parrett; and one sister, Jean R Kearns.
    Private funeral services for DeFreda Cole were held Sunday, September 8, 2024, in the chapel of Lewis Home for Funerals at 2 p.m. with Brother Marvin Neal officiating. Interment followed at Campbell Cemetery in Irvine.

Lewis Home for Funerals

  Friday, August 30, 2024

Jimmy Young, 70


Jimmy Young

    Jimmy Young, born October 11, 1953, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 30, 2024 at the Hazard, Kentucky, A.R.H., being 70 years old.
    Jimmy was born in Cincinnati, Ohio the son of the late Monroe Young and the late Stella Smith.
    Other than his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by his sister, Carolyn Louise Howard; three brothers, Michael Young, Tommy Young, and Jesse Lee Young; and three brother-in-laws, Harold Clapper, Frank Riggs and Short Miller.
    Jimmy was a loving brother, husband, and father, but was best known to his partner in crime as “Papaw”.
    Known far and wide for his golden voice and his servant’s heart, he truly never met a stranger and saw his music and his ministry take him on many a journey.
    Jimmy always followed his calling, and this time, it led him home. His journey has just begun.
    Jimmy Young leaves the following relatives to cherish his memory, loving and devoted wife of 51 years, Margretta Young of Bonnyman; a son, Kevin James Young (Jennifer) of Hazard; a daughter, Melinda Dawn Barnett (Zach) of Irvine; sisters, Patricia Ann Colwell (Lamuel) of London, Kentucky; Mona Combs (David) of Morgan County, Sara Miller of Ary, and Melissa Sexton (Donnie) of Rowdy; a grandson, Rylan Aaron Young; and his special fur babies, Molly and Charlie. A host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends survive. Visitation for Jimmy Young was conducted on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at the Engle-Bowling Funeral Home in Hazard from 3-5 p.m., followed by funeral services at 5 p.m. with Pastor Teddy Bailey officiating.

Engle-Bowling Funeral Home

  Friday, August 23, 2024

Michael Don Raider, 63


Michael Don Raider

    Michael Don Raider, age 63, of Irvine, Kentucky, departed this life on Friday, August 23, 2024, unexpectedly in Savannah, Georgia.
    He was born on July 28, 1961, in Irvine, Kentucky, to the late Joe and Pocahontas Canter Raider.
    He is also preceded in death by three brothers, Marion Raider, David Rader and Kenneth "Kenny" Raider; and one sister, Virginia Evelyn Raider.
    Survivors include his loving wife of 40 years, Theresa Raider. Michael's children include his son, Philip Michael Raider (Amberly); his daughter, Whitney Knox (T.J.); two granddaughters, Eleanor Harper Knox and Ava Laurel Raider; two surviving brothers, Richard Raider (Charlotte) and Ronald Raider (Marilyn), and two sisters, Linda Reynolds (Jim) and Brenda Marrs (Fred). Michael was also blessed with numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends to miss him and mourn his passing.
    Funeral services for Michael Don Raider were conducted on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the South Irvine Baptist Church. Michael's pastor, Brother Donnie Burford, officiated the ceremony. Interment followed in the Oakdale Cemetery. The family received friends three hours prior to the services from 11 a.m. until the funeral time of 2 p.m.
    Serving as pallbearers were Philip Raider, T.J. Knox, Philip Hardy, Ronnie Hardy, Matthew Hardy, Ryan Raider, Trae Comley, and Timothy Raider.
    Honorary pallbearers were Fred Marrs, Rick Raider, Aaron Raider, Brenton Raider, Adam Hardy, Brandon Rader, and Matthew Marrs.
    Michael was a loving father and husband, a dedicated provider, and incredibly generous in showing love to those around him. To have known Michael is to love him, and a true blessing indeed. May he always be remembered for his kindness, giving heart, and unforgettable smile.
    Lewis Home for Funerals is honored to serve the family of Michael Don Raider.

Lewis Home for Funerals

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Wednesday, September 11th Edition

  Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Charlotte Riddell, 55


Charlotte Riddell

    Charlotte Riddell, age 55, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at the Marcum and Wallace Hospital.
    She was born in Lexington, April 4, 1969, to Jackie and Mary Turpin. She was a homemaker.
    Mrs. Riddell is survived by her husband, Billy Riddell; her mother, Mary Turpin; a son, Jonathan Riddell (Jessica); a daughter, Jessica A. L. Riddell; four grandchildren; and two brothers, Jack Turpin Jr. and Mark Turpin.
    She was preceded in death by her father, Jackie Turpin.
    Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, September 5, 2024, at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine with Bro. Bill White officiating. Friends may visit Thursday from 11 a.m. 'till time of the service. Burial will be in the Hardy Cemetery in Irvine.
    Family asks, in lieu of flowers that donations be made to Grayson Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

Grayson Funeral Home

  Thursday, September 5, 2024

Darlene Abner, 73


Darlene Abner

    Darlene Abner, age 73, of Old Fox Road in Irvine, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024, at the Marcum & Wallace Memorial Hospital.
    She was born September 19, 1950 in Estill County and was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Rebecca Johns Abner. She was a homemaker and a member of the Ivory Hill Baptist Church. She had lived in Estill County all her life.
    Darlene is survived by one daughter, Rebecca Camden (Scott) of Irvine; one sister, Diane McGuire of Irvine; seven grandchildren, Nick Stevenson, Gary Hull (Rachael), Lisa Johnson (Tyler), Tommy Hull (Chelsea Hardy), Kristi Hull (Blake Penman), Donny Ray McGuire, and Joseph Pryse McGuire; three great grandchildren, Gracelynn Hull, Kora Hull, and Hunter Stevenson; and nieces and nephews, Larry Abner, Jeremy McGuire, Printhia McGuire, Janet Osborne, Cecil Ray Osborne, Timothy Powell, Matthew Powell, and Charles Powell.
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Gary Steven Abner; two sisters, Elizabeth Osborne and Linda Powell; and two brothers, Larry Abner and Thomas Abner.
    Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 11 a.m., at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Marvin Neal officiating. Burial will be at the Woods Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday from 6 to 9 p.m.
    Pallbearers are Tommy Hull, Gary Hull, Kenny Joe Woosley, Larry Abner, Charles Powell, and Blake Penman.
    Honorary pallbearers are Jeremy McGuire and Michael Hull.

Warren F. Funeral Home

  Friday, September 6, 2024

Joanne Porkka Chaney, 65


Joanne Porkka Chaney

    Joanne Porkka Chaney, 65, of Irvine, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2024, following a short illness. She was born on September 16, 1958, in Teaneck, New Jersey.
    Joanne was preceded in death by her parents, the late Peter Porkka, Sr. and the late Margaret Tenewitz Porkka; and her brother, Peter Porkka, Jr.
    She is survived by her children, Becky Crawford (Joe) of Irvine and Christopher Chaney (B.J.) of Richmond; and five grandchildren, Andrew Chaney, Ethan Martin, Camble Crawford, Kyser Chaney, and Teagan Crawford. She is also survived by her siblings, Judi Tymon (Jim) of Hamilton Square, New Jersey; Barbara Allan of Toms River, New Jersey; Kenny Porkka (Dorothy) of Park Ridge, New Jersey; Lisa Kondvar of Warwick, Rhode Island; and Tom Porkka (Maria) of Rivervale, New Jersey; and a host of nieces and nephews.
    Mrs. Chaney was proud of her upbringing in Englewood, New Jersey. She loved the Yankees, the Jersey Shore and Bruce Springsteen. She loved to travel, especially when it was to St. Maarten for Thanksgiving with family and friends.
    Joanne served the public for many years through her work as a cashier at Save-A-Lot. During that time, she made many lasting friendships with her customers and co-workers. Her favorite times were those spent laughing with her kids and grandkids or conference calling with her brothers and sisters.
    Friends and family may pay their respects on Sunday, September 15, 2024, 12 Noon - 2 p.m., at Warren F. Toler Funeral Home in Irvine. A short Celebration of Life will follow the visitation.
    In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Hospice Care Plus (350 Isaacs Ln, Richmond, KY 40475).

Warren F. Toler Funeral Home

  Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Charlotte Riddell, 55


Charlotte Riddell

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Warren F. Funeral Home

  Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Charlotte Riddell, 55


Charlotte Riddell

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Warren F. Funeral Home

  Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Charlotte Riddell, 55


Charlotte Riddell

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Warren F. Funeral Home

  Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Charlotte Riddell, 55


Charlotte Riddell

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Warren F. Funeral Home

  Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Charlotte Riddell, 55


Charlotte Riddell

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Warren F. Funeral Home

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Powell County

Wednesday, September 18th Edition

  Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Sam Gordon Patrick, 56


Sam Gordon Patrick

    Sam Gordon Patrick, age 56, husband of Terressa Patrick, passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hosptial in Lexington, Kentucky.
    He was born May 21, 1968 in Hazard, Kentucky to the late Jasper Say Patrick and Dorothy Mae Kilburn Patrick.
    Survivors include his wife, Terressa Patrick; children, Lewis Wright Jr (Courtney) and Lisa Jo Toath (Frank); a sister, Judy Bellamy; a brother, Michael Patrick (NyWanda); step-siblings, Mary Abney (Wayne), Carol Sue Campbell, David Patrick, and Jerry Patrick; ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Wells Funeral Home

  Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Roena Brown, 83


Roena Brown

    Roena Brown, 83, widow of Raymond Brown, passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester, Kentucky.
    She was born March 27, 1941 in Jackson, Kentucky to the late L. Caney and Fern Tyra Smith. She was a member of Unity Freewill Baptist Church in Camargo, Kentucky.
    Survivors include five sons, Mark Brown (Patty), Greg Brown, John Brown, Matt Brown, and Charley Brown (Becky); grandchildren, Kyle Brown, Kevin Holycross, Chance Jordan Brown, Austin Brown, Braxton Brown, Le' Vannia St. John, Yvonne Brown, and Karu Brown; and great grandchildren, Killian Dean Brown and Auron Brown.
    Roena was preceded in death by her husband, parents; a daughter, Betty Brown; four brothers, Earl Smith, Dorsey Smith, George Smith, and L.C. "Smitty" Smith; and five sisters, Julie Hatton, Betty Peck, Zella Smith, Louey Hatton, and Elsie Smith.
    Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, by Pastor Chris Coley. Visitation was also on Saturday, beginning at 10 a.m. for family and 11 a.m. for friends. Burial followed the funeral at Resthaven Cemetery in Stanton.

Wells Funeral Home

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Wednesday, September 11th Edition

  Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Sam Gordon Patrick, 56


Sam Gordon Patrick

    Sam Gordon Patrick, age 56, husband of Terressa Patrick, passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hosptial in Lexington, Kentucky.
    He was born May 21, 1968 in Hazard, Kentucky to the late Jasper Say Patrick and Dorothy Mae Kilburn Patrick.
    Survivors include his wife, Terressa Patrick; children, Lewis Wright Jr (Courtney) and Lisa Jo Toath (Frank); a sister, Judy Bellamy; a brother, Michael Patrick (NyWanda); step-siblings, Mary Abney (Wayne), Carol Sue Campbell, David Patrick, and Jerry Patrick; ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Wells Funeral Home

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Wednesday, September 4th Edition

  Thursday, August 29, 2024

John Willard Yates, 88


John Willard Yates

    John Willard Yates, age 88, husband of Beulah Charles Yates, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024 at his home.
    He was born August 5, 1936 in Fellsmere, Florida to the late William Willard Yates and Vollie Fertic Yates Kline. He was a United States Marines Veteran.
    Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Beulah Yates; two sons, John "Bill" Yates Jr. (Kathy) and Greg Yates; a daughter, Leisa Graham (Paul); a step-daughter, Teresa Morton; a brother, Jerry Yates; a sister, Dottie Smith; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
    He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Bobby Yates, Junior Yates, and Mitchell Yates; and a sister, Dell Canada.
    Services were held Monday, September 2, 2024, 11 a.m., at Wells Funeral Home in Stanton by Bro. Larry Morrison. Visitation was held Sunday, 5-8 p.m., at the funeral home.
    Burial was in Vaughns Mill Cemetery with Ian Morton, Steven Morton, Wyatt Robinson, Hunter Townsend, and Larry Morrison.
    Honorary pallbearers were Chelsea Townsend, Adrian Smith, Louise Morrison, Gary and Linda Hoskins, Johnny and Sue Horn, Wilma Corum, and Hospice East and staff.

Wells Funeral Home

  Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Cecil Ray Runyons, 72


Cecil Ray Runyons

    Cecil Ray Runyons, age 72, husband of Rosemarie Abner Runyons, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at the Stanton Nursing Center surrounded by his family.
    He was born July 16, 1952 in Williamson, West Virginia, to the late William and Joann Slone Runyons.
    Survivors include his wife, Rosemarie Runyons; two sisters, Anita Allen (Dale) and Evelyn Faulkner (Charles); and a brother, Lee Runyons (Lois).
    He was preceded in death by his late wife, Delilah Hall Runyons; and four brothers, John Runyons, Raymond Runyons, Ronnie Runyons, and William Runyons Jr.
    Cecil spent 17 years of his early work life as a proud coal miner employed by Martin County Coal Corpration, working 12 years underground, and 5 years as a mining instructor. He left coal mining to pursue his college degree, earning a Bachelor of Science in 1992. He was employed at Sanders Brown Center on Aging at the University of Kentucky for 20 years, assisting in Alzeheimer's research.
    As a very intelligent and humble man, he was the inventor of a patented product called Painter's Halo. Cecil became an author, along with his brother, Lee, of Biblical reference entitled "A Time, Times, and Half a Time".
    Services were held Saturday, August 31, 2024, 1 p.m., at Wells Funeral Home in Stanton by Bro. Brad Epperson. Visitation was on Saturday, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., at the funeral home. Burial was in Resthaven Cemetery with his nephews serving as pallbearers.
    Honorary pallbearers were the dedicated employees of the Stanton Nursing and Rehab Center who gave him loving care during his illness.
    In lieu of flowers contributions suggested to Red River Historical Society, P.O. Box 517, Clay City, KY 40312.

Wells Funeral Home

  Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Jason McCandless, 40


Jason McCandless

    Jason McCandless, age 40, of Clay City, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from a motorcycle accident.
    He was born January 27, 1984 in Louisville to Gary McCandless and Paula Wright. He was a employee at IGA in Clay City.
    Mr. McCandless is survived by his mother, Paula Wright; two brothers, Michael Lewis and Daniel McCandless; a sister, Heather Elam; a nephew, Cody Bellamy; a niece, Alexandra Spencer; and his faithful companion, Red.
    Funeral services were held at 12 Noon, Monday September 2, 2024 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Clay City with Bro. Donald Wayne Hale officiating. Friends visited Monday from 11 a.m. 'till time of the service.
    Family asks that donations be made to Grayson Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

Grayson Funeral Home

  Tuesday, August 27, 2024

James Kash Pierson, 67


James Kash Pierson

    James Kash Pierson, age 67, of Stanton, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington.
    He was born April 13, 1957 in Campton to Otis and Sylvia Pierson. He was a Retired Roofer and a member of the Living Waters Church in Clay City.
    Mr. Pierson is survived by three sons, Lige Pierson (Candicele), James Lee Pierson, and Jamie Pierson; two daughters, Gail Pierson (John) and Cathy Pierson; 13 grandchildren; two brothers, Otis Pierson JR (Betty) and Kendell Pierson (Cheronna); two sisters, Peggy Pierson (Denford) and Gail Pierson (Paul); several nieces and nephews; and one special nephew, Dawayne Johnson.
    A private graveside service was held Tuesday, August 27, 2024 with Bro. Donald Wayne Hale officiating.
    Grayson Funeral Home of Clay City was in charge of services.

Grayson Funeral Home

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