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...

Henry David Ray, 45, of Thacker, WV, passed away on Friday, January 4, 2019 at Pikeville Medical Center.  He was born April 18, 1973 at South Williamson, KY, a son of John Nelson & Lillie Mae Dotson Ray. Henry was preceded in death by his wife: Michelle Dotson Ray; one brother: Jason Lee Ray; and one sister: Tammy Ray. Henry was the kind of person who loved helping others.  He was a momma’s boy.  He loved his mother so much.  He also dearly loved his nieces...

Frank Estep, 81, of Jamboree, KY passed away on December 31, 2018 at Kimper, KY due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born June 2, 1937 in Jamboree, KY a son of the late Leonard and Sarah Estep.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter: Pamela Marie Estep; one sister: Irene Estep; one half-sister: Polly Prater; and his pets: Shep & Sassy. Frank was a veteran of the United States Air Force and a lifetime member of the Disabled...

Bobby Ray Blankenship, 82, of Pikeville, KY, passed away on Monday, December 24, 2018 at Pikeville Medical Center.  He was born March 21, 1936 in Argo, KY, a son of the late Edward and Stella “Baker” Blankenship.   In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son: William Allen Blankenship; two brothers: Joe & Buddy Blankenship; and one sister: Janice Rose. Bobby was a former coal miner and was of the Pentecostal Holiness faith.  He loved...

Thelma Fannin, 85, of Majestic, KY died Monday, December 24, 2018 at Pikeville Medical Center. She was born October 16, 1933 at Majestic, KY to the late John and Emma (Preece) Fannin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruby (Clyde) Charles, Ruth (Mack) Bedsaul and one brother, Ralph (Julia) Fannin. She is survived by three brothers, Robert (Ruby) Fannin of Freeburn, KY, Jack (Evelyn) Fannin of Morristown, Tennessee, Clyde Fannin of Phelps, KY, one...

Perry Daniels, 69, of Vulcan, WV, passed away on Friday, December 21, 2018 at the Tug Valley ARH Medical Center in South Williamson, KY.  He was born August 5, 1949 in Majestic, KY, a son of the late Ruddo and Alta “Cisco” Daniels.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Peggy Pruitt Daniels; his “other Mom & Dad”: Emitt and Janet Murphy; one brother: Doc Daniels; and one “brother by choice”: General...

Jesse J. Campbell, 82, of Stopover, KY, passed away on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at Pikeville Medical Center.  He was born September 5, 1936 in Gates, WV, a son of the late Robert Lee & Oma Ferrell Campbell.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother: Billy Campbell; and three sisters: Mary Hurley, Becky Yates, and Bertha Campbell. Jesse was a cabinet maker by trade, and a member of the Gooslin Bottom Pentecostal Church of God.  He was also a...

Charity Evans, 68, of Genoa, WV, was welcomed into her eternal home on November 29, 2018. She was born February 25, 1950 in Martin County, KY, a daughter of the late Simon and Virgie Jude Stacy.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers: Simpson and Donnie Stacy; and two sisters: Azzie Brooks and Armenda Stacy.   Charity is survived by her loving husband of 44 years: Charles Evans; three sons: Chuck Evans, Chad (Dianna) Evans, Craig (Amanda) Evans;...

Melissa Kay “Missy’ Compton, 41, of Kimper, KY passed away on Monday, November 26, 2018 at her residence.  She was born July 17, 1977 in Williamson, WV, a daughter of Darlene Mullins Compton and the late George Compton.  In addition to her father, Melissa was also preceded in death by her brother: George Marshall Compton; and her aunt: Irene Ratliff. Melissa was a sweet little girl and loved by everyone who knew her.  She had a love for animals, especially her...