Steve Dotson, 74, of Hurley, VA, passed away on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, at Buchanan General Hospital in Grundy, VA.  He was born at Paw Paw, KY on July 15th, 1951, the beloved son of the late Earney & Vina (Hurley) Dotson. In addition to Steve’s parents, he was also preceded by his first wife of 42 years, Jerri Cantrell Dotson. Steve spent years working as an Electrician for KenKar Kentucky Carbon, a career that reflected his steady work ethic.  He was a member of ...

Born on May 20th, 1937, Nickie Hurley lived a life marked by strength, kindness, and unwavering faith. Through 88 rich years, he saw so much change in the world, yet he remained a steadfast rock for his family and all who knew him. Nickie is survived by his sisters Colleen and Clemey Hurley, he is preceded in death by his wife Christine Hurley, his mother and father (Audley and Annie Hurley), brothers, Orville and Paul David Hurley, sisters Bonnie Daugherty and Tootsie Collins (Clinton) and ...

William Everett May, 72, of McCarr, Kentucky, passed away at his residence on March 15th, 2026.  He was born on June 28th, 1953, in Matewan, W.V., the loving son of the late Everett & Fannie (Varney) May.  In addition to his parents, William was also preceded by his daughter, Karen May and his sister, Susie Robertson. William was a retired coal miner, and he spent many hours working on vehicles.  A cherished dad, papaw, and great grandpaw, William enjoyed the simple ...

John Nelson Ray Jr., 80, of Phelps, KY, passed away at his residence on March 14th, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Nelson was born on August 18th, 1945, in Richmond, VA, to his parents the late Nelson Ray Sr. and Tennessee Ray.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two sons, Henry Ray and Jason Lee Ray.  Nelson as he was fondly known by was a beloved dad, grandpa, sibling and friend to many.  He enjoyed being outdoors, especially when it ...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Della Y. Leake, age 82, who passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Sarasota Memorial Hospital.  Born on March 17, 1943, at McAndrews, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Thomas J. and Frona (Smith) McCown.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Ronald (Ron) Leake and her brother & sister-in-law Jimmy (Ada) McCown; nephew, Anderson “Andy” McCown. Della worked for many ...

Barry “BJ” McClanahan Jr., only 33 years old and gone way too soon, passed away in the early morning hours of February 22nd, 2026, at Phelps, Kentucky.  BJ was born in Pikeville, Kentucky, on January 9th, 1993, to his parents, Barry Wayne McClanahan & Moneka Blankenship. BJ, as everyone fondly knew him by, was a kind person who would do anything for anyone, always smiling and bringing light to those around him.  Our family never expected to get the phone call that ...

Ruby Jean (Honaker) Kennedy, age 82, resident of Majestic, Kentucky passed away peacefully at her residence on February 18th, 2026.  She was born on January 23rd, 1944, at South Williamson, KY, the daughter of the late Phillip & Ocie (Stiltner) Honaker. In addition to her parents, Ruby was also preceded by her siblings, Bernard, Willis, Ermal, and Jim Honaker, Emma Lou Blankenship and Carolyn Honaker. Ruby was a proud homemaker who found joy in working around her home.  She ...

Buford “Pete” Wolford, 74, of Majestic, Kentucky, passed away at 12:20 p.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at his home following a brief illness. He was born on June 20, 1951, at Stopover, Kentucky, the son of the late J.C. and Olga (Sansom) Wolford. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by ten siblings. A graduate of Phelps High School, Pete was valedictorian of the Class of 1971. He went on to earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in musical ...

Richard Keith Daniels, age 65, resident of Edgarton, W.V. transitioned to his heavenly home on February 13th, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, at the Pikeville Medical Center.  Richard was born in South Williamson, Kentucky on June 15th, 1960, the adored son of the late John Henry & Hazel (O’Quinn) Daniels.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Jackie Wayne Daniels. Richard was a disabled coal miner and of the Pentecostal ...

Mollie Lester, age 87, lifetime resident of Phelps, Kentucky, went to be with her Savior that she faithfully served for 60 plus years on February 5th, 2026, from her home.  Mollie was born on October 15th, 1938, in Phelps, Kentucky the loving daughter of the late Henry & Anise (Justice) Bowling.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded by her cherished husband of 54 years, Roosevelt Lester; two daughters, Kathy Norman, and Peggy Lester; a grandchild, Sabrina Renee ...