Jefferson Michael Fields

Jefferson Michael Fields 63, of Phelps, Kentucky passed away March 25th, 2023, at Pikeville Medical Center.  He was born August 18th, 1959, to the late Alex and Shelby “Chapman” Fields.  In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his brother, Alex Fields Jr.

In his early years Jefferson was a Coal Miner for Old Ben Coal Company in Thacker, WV.  When he was younger he enjoyed playing basketball.  He liked to pass the time by watching westerns and wrestling.  Jefferson was a wonderful father and husband.  He loved the Lord and was of the Church of God Faith. 

Those surviving are his loving wife, Regina Fields of Phelps, Ky; two sons, Michael Paul, and Jeffery Fields both of Phelps; brother, Aaron “Ernie” Fields and his wife, Aletha of Phelps; sister-in-law, Shirley Fields of Knoxville, TN; and a host of nieces and nephews.  

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, March 30th, 2023, at Jones & West Funeral Home in Phelps, Ky. with Pastor Benny Freeman officiating.  Visitation will begin Wednesday evening, March 29th, 2023, at the funeral home at 6:00 P.M.  Interment will conclude the funeral at Wolford Cemetery in Phelps, Ky. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Jones & West Funeral Home in Phelps, Ky.  The guestbook may be viewed at www.joneswestfh.com.

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