Teresa Fields age 65, of Phelps, Ky. departed this life on Wednesday January 12, 2022 at her home as result of a house fire. Born April 10, 1956 at Phelps, Ky., a daughter of the late Paris Dotson and Obera Sanson. She was also preceded in death by the mother who raised her, Juanita Dotson, husband Jimmy Fields and brother Tracy Dotson.  Teresa leaves to mourn her passing and honor her loving memory, daughter Marie Fonner of VA. granddaughters, Tierra Fonner (Chris)  and Tabby...

Percilla Whitt, 73, many knew her as “Girt” lifelong resident of Phelps, Ky. departed this life January 3, 2022.  She was born October 30, 1948.  The beloved daughter of the late Hulen and Ida Layne.  In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband, Truman Whitt.  A brother, Hulen Edward Layne, and a sister Patricia Fuller.   She was a Christian and loved the Lord.   She was full of joy and wonderful to be...

Tammy Marie “Wolford” Thacker, 62, of Phelps, Ky. passed away January 1, 2022, at Pikeville Medical Center.  She was born December 28, 1959, in Pikeville, Ky.  Tammy was the beloved daughter of the late Hassell and Dorothy Wolford.  Tammy is also preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Thacker.  Her son in law, D.R. Coleman.  Two sisters, Annette Rayburn, and Elaine Smith.    Throughout Tammy’s life she was employed by various...

Robert Daniels Jr., 27 of Detroit, Michigan, formerly of Thacker, WV. passed away January 4, 2022, at Lynn, WV.  He was born July 24, 1994.  He is preceded in death by his grandparents.  Henry and Mable Daniels and Homer and Loraine Thomas.  A sister, Stephanie Daniels.    Robert was the beloved son of Robert Sr. and Michelle Daniels of Thacker, WV.  He was a water blaster for Chrysler and enjoyed his job.  Robert loved to spend time with...

Terry Huff 60, lifelong resident of Varney, W.V. departed this life January 1, 2022, at Tug Valley ARH in South Williamson, Ky.  He was born May 4, 1961, to the late Robert and Audrey Huff.  In addition to his parents, Terry is preceded in death by one sister, Janice Blankenship.    Terry was a Veteran of the US Army Reserve.  He enjoyed numerous hobbies throughout his life.  He loved collecting guns and playing video games.  He was an avid baseball...

Thomas Edward Thacker, 70, of Kimper, Ky. passed away December 30, 2021, at his residence.  He was born October 20, 1951, to the late Eugene and Macie Thacker.  Thomas is also preceded in death by two brothers, Clinton, and Clifford Thacker.   Thomas was a retired Coal Miner, working many years for Chisholm Coal Company.  He was a member of the UMWA.  In his spare time, he enjoyed farming and taking care of his dogs.  His greatest enjoyment was his daughter...

  Gloris Ann Hackney, 77 of Sidney, Ky. went to be with the Lord, December 18, 2021, at her residence.  She was born August 18, 1944, to the late Bert and Goldie Stiltner.  Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James Hackney and a brother, Larry Stiltner of Troy, Ohio.  A great grandchild, Reagan Hackney.   Gloris and James married, January 2, 1962.  They had one son, Jamie (Tami) Hackney of Sidney, Ky.   Gloris leaves one...

Avalean Casey, age 88 of Phelps, Ky. went to be with the Lord on Friday December 17, 2021, at the Pikeville Medical Center. Born on December 25, 1933, at Matewan, W.V., a daughter of the late George W. and Georgia Stump. She was also preceded in death by her husband the Reverend Miles Casey a daughter Joan Carylon Casey, and a son Lester Casey, grandson Joey Casey and great grand daughter Emily Hurley, Brothers Clifford and Jimmy and sisters Mollie and Melda. Avalean was survived by a son...

  It is with great sadness to announce the passing of David “Kroo” Wright 62, of Phelps, Ky.  He passed away Thursday, December 16, 2021, at his residence.   David was born January 7, 1959.   He is preceded in death by his parents, Lee “Murl” and Imogene Wright.    David was a member of Gooslin Bottom Pentecostal Church.  He was a dozer operator for many years.  David loved deer hunting and riding his Harley. ...

Franklin D. Ross Sr. 80, of McCarr, Ky. passed away December 19, 2021, at Tug Valley ARH in South Williamson, Ky.  He was born January 22, 1941. The son of the late John and Marie Ross, besides his parents, Franklin is preceded in death by five brothers: Bill, Bob, David, Willard and Randy Ross.  One sister, Eve Ross.    Franklin was a Veteran of the US Army.  He was a handyman of all trades and he loved listening to music in his spare time.  He...