Opal Jackson, 82, a resident of Good Shepherd Community Nursing Center, formerly of Matewan, WV, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at Pikeville Medical Center.  She was born July 14, 1936 at Freeburn, KY, a daughter of the late Jake & Geneva “Layne” Wolford.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sons: Charles Randal Jackson & Ken Martin Jackson; one daughter: June Carol Jackson; three sisters; Pricie Lester, Helen...

Julie “Stacy” Harless RN, 50, of Louisa, KY, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at the Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, KY.  She was born May 11, 1968 in Hatfield, KY, a daughter of Alice Faye “Maynard” Stacy and the late Simpson Stacy.  In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband: Winferd Harless Jr. and an infant sister: Margaret.  Julie was a certified nursing assistant, having worked for the Jordan Center in...

Lizzie Blankenship, 90, of Phelps, formerly of Woodman, KY, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at Pikeville Medical Center.  She was born July 6, 1928 at Woodman, KY, a daughter of the late Drew & Verlie “V” Sanson Sellards. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Herbert Blankenship; one son: Douglas Sellards; one grandson: Bruce Sneed Jr.; two brothers: Archie & Delbert Sellards; one sister: Eddie Lee; two sons-in-law: Michael...

Gabriel Edward Reign Bentley, infant son of Billy Joseph and Eden Marie “Topp” Bentley was born and passed away on February 8, 2019 at Pikeville Medical Center. Gabriel was preceded in death by great-grandfathers: Edward Hurley & Billy Thacker; great-grandmother: Diana Forrister; infant baby O. Bentley; and a great-uncle: Billy Jr. Thacker. He was born silent into this world, but his little life spoke volumes. In addition to his parents, surviving family members include:...

McQuedis Myrszella“Staggs” Sullivan, 83, of Phelps, KY passed away on Monday, February 4, 2019 at her residence. She was born April 6, 1935 in Thacker, WV a daughter of the late Bill & Carrie “Burchett” Bowlen.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Perry Sullivan; one son: Larry Sullivan; two brothers: Bill & Arnold Staggs; and one sister: Mary Staggs. McQuedis was a devoted member at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s...

James Wesley “Jimbo” Adkins, 60, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on Friday, February 1, 2019 at Manor Care in Indianapolis.  Born December 11, 1958 at Kimper, KY, he was a son of the late Arthur & Margie “Harmon” Adkins.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Julia Adkins, and a nephew: Shawn Clifford. Jimbo enjoyed fishing, going on picnics, and playing cards.  He was of the Baptist faith. Those left to honor his...

Linda Susan Coleman, 68, of Turkey Creek, KY, passed away on Friday, February 1, 2019 at Pikeville Medical Center.  She was born October 11, 1950 in Fayette County, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Adam & Lucille “McDowell” Hojara.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Herless Coleman. Linda’s joy in life was being a mother and grandmother.  She loved all her family and treasured the time they spent together. ...

Ruth Ann Justice, 59, of Vulcan, WV, passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at her residence.  She was born May 13, 1959 at Marrowbone, KY, a daughter of the late Elias & Dora “Porter” Maynard.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers; Robert, Harm, Emmett, Joe & John Maynard; and three sisters: Susie Preece, Eunice Ray & Ollie Jewell. Ruth was a homemaker and of the Apostolic faith.  She loved and enjoyed being with...

Vivian Joy Smith, 67, of Phelps, KY, passed away on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at her residence.  She was born January 10, 1952 at Coleman, KY, a daughter of the late Floyd & Geraldine Smith.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother: Adam Smith, one sister: Kathy Casey, one nephew: Toby Smith, and one niece: Lois Smith Auton. Vivian was of the Christian faith and enjoyed reading & cooking. Those left to honor her memory include two sons:...

Larry Dean Blankenship, 57, of Matewan, WV, passed away on January 10, 2019 at Trinity Healthcare Services, Williamson, WV.  Larry was born April 1, 1961 in South Williamson, KY, a son of the late Ben & Elsie “New” Blankenship.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers: Ben Blankenship, Gary Dean Blankenship, and one sister: Kathy Karen Ball. Larry was a former coal truck driver and loved hunting & fishing. Those left to...