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....

Holly "Jack" Robinett age 56 of Phelps, Ky. departed this life on January 9, 2023, at Phelps, Ky.  Born November 22, 1965 in Burnsville, Ohio, son of the late Douglas Robinett, and Minnie Wolford of Stopover, Ky.  Besides his father he was preceded in death by a brother, William (Dougie) Robinett.   Holly leaves to mourn his passing his step-mother, Betty Lee; son, Holly D. (Savannah) Robinett of Stopover, Ky; daughters, Keisha (William) Newsome of Dorton, Ky;...

Roger Lee Hunt 74, of Pikeville, Ky. passed away January 13th, 2023 at Pikeville Medical Center.  He was born in Pikeville, Ky. March 30th, 1948, to the late Boyd and Lizzie “Varney” Hunt.  He is also preceded in death by his first wife, Darlene Hunt; brothers, Virgil, and David Hunt.  One sister, Phyllis Ward and his daughter, Debra Thacker.   Roger was a retired coal miner and a member of Edo Freewill Baptist Church.  He enjoyed playing bingo and...

Lois Alma Prater 85, of Canton, Michigan passed away Sunday, January 8th, 2023, at 2:00 P.M. while inpatient at St. Joe’s Hospital in Michigan after a brief illness.  She was born April 23, 1937, in Mohegan, West Virginia. Lois was of the Church of God faith.  She enjoyed watching gospel programs and singing.  Lois remained true to her faith in Jesus Christ all though her life.  She was a devoted wife, mother, and she loved her family and enjoyed her life to the...

With sadness, love, and profound gratitude, the family of Rayann Thacker,  33 of Freeburn,KY sadly announces her death and passing on January 6, 2023, unexpectedly. Born onto this Earth, April 23, 1989.  She is survived by her three beautiful children, Rylie and Madison New, and Raylan Thacker who was just recently born and the late Makena Wheeler, who wasn’t but a day old when she passed. Her kids were her whole world. Her mother Bridgett (Ashley) Blankenship of Matewan, WV....

Verlis “Tag” Dotson, age 65 of Freeburn, Ky. Departed this life on December 29, 2022,  at the Pikeville Medical Center in Pikeville, Ky. He was a son of the late Verlis Edward Dotson and Faye Ann Walters Dotson. He was also preceded in death by stepdaughter Christina Prater, Brother Verlin Dotson, sister Sheila Smith and great grandson Aiden Willis. He leaves to mourn his passing wife Elaine Dotson of Freeburn, sons Brian (Leeann) Dotson, Edward Dotson and Mark...

Dustin Crabtree, 41 of McCarr, Ky. passed away tragically on December 19th, 2022, in Blackberry City, West Virginia in a vehicle accident.  He was born June 15th, 1981, in South Williamson, Ky. to the late Earl Spencer Jr. and Rita “Crabtree” Whitt.  In addition to his dad, Dustin is also preceded by his grandparents, Lincoln Charles, and Molly Slone.    Dustin was a lifelong resident of Auburn Hollow and a caregiver for his grandma whom he lived with. ...

Cody Blankenship 18 of Stopover, Ky., passed away December 13th, 2022, in Stopover, Ky.  He was born January 17th, 2004.    Cody enjoyed playing video games on his PS4.  He liked the outdoors and taking walks with Richard.  He was a former student of Phelps High School and PCDT.  Cody will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.   Cody is survived by his mother, Kathy Blankenship of Stopover, Ky.  Sisters, Pamela (William) Wolford of...

Teresa Ann Smith, 65, of Phelps, Kentucky passed away Wednesday December 21st, 2022, at her residence.  She was born in Ohio on March 4th, 1957, to the late Robert and Phyllis “Thompson” Vincent.  In addition to her parents, she is also preceded by her loving husband Eddie Dean Smith Sr.   Teresa was a homemaker and loved taking care of animals.  She was of the Christian faith and a member of the Gooslin Bottom Pentecostal Church of God.  She loved...

Terry Lee Thorpe 63 of Phelps, Ky., passed away December 16th, 2022, at Pikeville Medical Center.  Born July 8th, 1959, to the late Burlen and Sadie “Casey” Thorpe.  In addition to his parents, Terry is also preceded in death by his nephew, Ben Lester.    Terry enjoyed many outdoor activities including fishing, hunting, and four wheeling.  He loved working on cars in his spare time.  He was of the Primitive Baptist Faith.   Terry will be...