Ricky Thomas Smith 57, of Pinsonfork, Ky., passed away March 6th, 2023 in Lexington at the University of Kentucky Medical Center.  He was born July 11th, 1965, at Williamson, WV. to the late Thomas Smith Jr. and Opal Marie “Runyon” Smith.  Ricky is also preceded by one brother, Donnie Ray Smith and grandson, Logan Farmer.   Ricky was an outstanding mechanic and carpenter.  In his spare time, he enjoyed working on cars.  Ricky had a big heart and loved...

Pearl Sullivan 86, of Mt. Sterling, Ky., formerly of Majestic, passed away on March 2nd, 2023, surrounded by her family.  She was born on April 17th, 1936 to the late Arthur and Hattie “Prater” Sullivan.  In addition to her parents, she is also preceded by her sons, Ernest, and Billy Kent Dotson; daughter, Kathy Smith; brother, Harold Sullivan; sister, Bessie Adkins; and one grandson, Ronald Hamilton.   Pearl was of the Apostolic Faith and a member of Faith...

Troy Anderson 77, resident of Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Phelps, Ky., passed away March 6th, 2023.  He was born March 11th, 1945 to the late Nannie “Mowery” Reeves in Williamsburg, Ky.  Troy is also preceded by two brothers, Charles, and Verlin Anderson; one sister, Christine Jordan.   Troy was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.  He enjoyed watching traffic and listening to music.  He also had an interest in...

Janet Blankenship 68, of Matewan, West Virginia passed away March 2nd, 2023, at Pikeville Medical Center. She was born September 29th, 1954, in Matewan to the late Roy and Ruth “Alderson” Snell.  In addition to her parents, she is also preceded by husbands, Ronald Justice; Walter Sheets; and Larry Blankenship; son, Roger Justice; brothers, Eddie Snell; Wayne Snell; Robert Snell; and Jimmy Snell; sisters, Yvonne Hurley; Diana Murphy; and June Miller.   Janet was a...

Howard Daugherty was born Feb 1st, 1949, to the late Denis and Nancy (Coleman) Daugherty in Beech Creek, Jamboree, Kentucky. Howard is also preceded in death by his brother Jimmy, sister Geneva, special nephew Steve, son's Billy Robert and Curtis Lee Wolford.    Howard is survived by his brother, Billy Ray Daugherty (Ruth), sisters, Lillian Blankenship (Boonie), Linda Daugherty (Jimmy) and Patricia. Howard had three children with the late Ethel...

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Isabella Arielle Rose Goodman  1 years old.  She returned to heaven on February 20th, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 10th, 2021, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her parents are Ricky and Belvia Goodman of Gilbert, WV.   She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Ricky Goodman; great grandmother, Edna Blankenship; great uncle, Will Malcolm Blankenship; and cousin, Zachary...

Robert Scott Casey age 68 of Phelps, Ky. departed this life on February 20, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Born August 5, 1954, at Phelps, a son of the late Man Casey and Rittie Casey. Besides his parents he is also preceded by one grandson Seldon Lee Casey Jr. sisters Ruby and Laura Wolford brothers John and Willard Casey. He leaves to honor his memory, his wife of 46 years Princie Casey, daughter Rittie Jean Casey, son Seldon Lee Casey (Kathy), grandson Brandon (Toisha)...

James Fletcher Damron 66, resident of Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Phelps, Ky., passed away February 12th, 2023.  James was born March 25th, 1956, in Pikeville, Ky., to the late Fred and Belle (Chaney) Damron.    James was of the Christian faith and a lifelong resident of Virgie, Ky.  He enjoyed traveling, fishing, and hang gliding.  His favorite place to visit was Little Shepherd Trail on Pine Mountain.    James is survived by his daughter,...

Billy McClanahan 66, of McCarr, Kentucky passed away February 7th, 2023, at Tug Valley ARH in South Williamson, Kentucky.  He was born May 7th, 1956, to the late Freddie Edwards and Nettie McClanahan.  In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his brother, Charles McClanahan.    Billy loved spending time with his family and grandchildren, especially his wife.  He always enjoyed a good visit with his friends.  His presence will be missed by...

Brian K. Layne, “Hippy Joe” age 51 of Freeburn, Ky. departed this life on January 24, 2023 at the Pikeville Medical Center. Born December 9, 1971 at South Williamson KY. a son of the Late Boyd Layne, and Judy Franklin Layne of Lexington, KY. Other than his father he was preceded by grandparents Hulen and Ida Stevens Layne, and Pat and Mae Franklin. Brian leaves to mourn his passing, mother Judy, a brother Ray E. Layne of Versailles, KY. one sister Lisa Dawson of Freeburn, Ky....