David Dotson age 62 departed this life on August 11, 2022, at his home at Paw Paw, KY. Born February 17, 1960, in Grundy, Va. a son of the late Claude Dotson and Sophie Estepp Dotson. He was also preceded by a brother Clayton Dotson. He leaves to mourn his passing sons Johnny Ray Dotson (Staci) and Mark Anthony Dotson both of Fedscreek, KY. and one daughter Rose Mary Dotson (Michael Slone) of Demasus, VA. grandchildren, Anthony Ray, Jaxson Blaze, and Jozlyn Kathleen Dotson. Brothers Arlie...

Myrtle Smith age 93 of Phelps, Ky. departed this life August 9, 2022 at the Tug Valley ARH in South Williamson, KY. Born July 6, 1929 in Phelps, Ky. The daughter of the late Jack and Manilla Davenport. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Clifford Smith, son Keith Smith and daughter Sandy Smith. Myrtle had been a resident at the Good Shephard Rehabilitation Center at Phelps, and is survived by the staff and fellow residents. She was a member of First Baptist Church...

Benny Lee Hurley, age 57, a life time resident of the Phelps, Ky. community, departed this life on August 8, 2022 at his home. Born September 10, 1964 in Phelps, KY. a son of the late Howard Hurley and Deloris Bentley of Phelps, KY. Other than his father he is preceded by sisters Sherry Hurley, Judy Hurley and Sophia Justice. Benny is survived by his mother, sons Shane Hurley of Huddy, Ky. Benjamin ( Sonya) Hurley of Clarksville, TN. and Jacob Hurley of Kimper, KY. daughter Megan Hurley of...

It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce Elaine Campbell “Boo Boo” age 69 , a prominent resident of the Phelps, Ky. Community. She departed this life on August 3, 2022, at the Pikeville Medical Center in Pikeville, KY. Born November 24, 1953, a daughter of the late Harry (Red) and Peggy (Tex) Campbell. Joyce is survived by sisters Jolene (LeRoy) Casey of Bean Station, TN. And Donnette (Charlie) Frazier of Berea, KY., one brother Clay (Lesa) Campbell of...

Marshall McCoy 58, of Phelps, Ky. passed away July 30, 2022, in South Williamson, Ky. at Tug Valley ARH.  He was born November 12, 1963, to the late, Joseph (Tiny) McCoy and Delores “Gooslin” Mccoy.  In addition to his parents, Marshall is also preceded in death by one daughter, Jennifer McCoy.  Two sisters, Sharlese McCoy and Shelia Hamilton and one brother, Gary McCoy.   Marshall was self-employed and specialized in drywall.  People referred to him as...

Dixie Stevens transitioned to her heavenly home Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at Pikeville Medical Center.  Dixie was born December 30, 1921, a daughter of the late Jake and Lula “Wolford” Hurley of Phelps, Ky.  In addition to her parents, Dixie was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Stevens; two daughters, Bertha “Birdie” Irick, and Cheryl Kay Stevens; one sister, Tennessee Farley; and three brothers, Estel, Chester, and Don Hurley.    Dixie was...

Barbara Thomas 64, of Ransom, Ky. passed away July 31, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. Born October 17, 1957, at Williamson, WV. She was the daughter of the late Rant and Mandy Smith Dotson. She is also preceded in death by her daughter; Regina Thomas, a son; Kevin Thomas and sisters; Linda, Panize, and Joyce. Barbara  leaves to mourn her passing, husband, Carl Thomas. Daughters, Amanda (Ebby) Lester, Marlena (Stewart) Davis, and Joyce (D.J.) Prater. Sons, Roy (Natasha)...

Gregory White age 53, departed this life on July 31, 2022 at his home in McCarr, KY. Born September 19, 1968 in Freeburn, KY. a son of Harry White of McCarr, KY. and the late Georgia Mounts White. Besides his mother, Gregory  was preceded in death by Step Mother Betty White, Brother Timmy White and sisters Tamara White and Louise Diamond. Gregory leaves to mourn his passing, his father Harry, sons Gregory and Auston White, and daughter Jade White. Brothers Mike New (Trina), Frankie...

David Martin Smith, age 66 of Sevierville, formerly of Woodman, KY, passed away Saturday, July 16, 2022. He was formerly employed by Coal-Mac as a heavy equipment operator. He was preceded in death by his father, Billard Smith, mother, Lucy Alice Smith, and sister, Penny Campbell. Survivors include his Sisters: Geraldine Blankenship of Sevierville, TN and Evelyn Dotson of Stopover, KY; Nieces: Leslie Pruitt and Marlana Dotson; Great Niece: Carmen Dotson; Special Friends: Nancy Haun, James...

    Brian May, 56 years old of Red Jacket, WV, passed away on July 8, 2022, at his home. Born December 4, 1965, in Williamson, WV., a son of the late Harold and Paulina May. Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his grandparents; John and Eunice Gooslin, and a sister Rhonda Norman. Brian was a security guard for ARM Security.  He enjoyed many activities outdoors including horseshoes, corn hole and occasionally a cookout meal with his family and friends. ...