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Martha Silvers

Martha Silvers, age 57, of Williamsburg, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at her home. She was born December 27, 1965, in Chicago.

Martha was preceded in death by her father, George Duff Silvers; mother, Lena (Jones) Silvers; brothers, Gene Silvers, and Max Silvers.

She is survived by sons, Dillion Jones and wife Lisa Anne, and Mason Jones; daughter, Tyler Jones; grand children, Lincoln Jones, Abigale Jones, Agnes Jones, and baby David Stilling; sisters, Verna Jones and husband Robert, and Linda Silvers’ and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family to mourn her passing.

No services are planned at this time.

Harp Funeral Home of Jellico in charge of arrangements.

Gerald Joseph “Jerry” Neal

Gerald Joseph “Jerry” Neal, age 79, of Jellico, Tennessee, the beloved husband of the late Kathy Neal, passed away late Saturday evening, August 5, 2023, at his home.
Jerry was born on March 12, 1944, to the late Joseph Neal and Eleanor R. (Curry) Neal in Greensburg, Pennsylvania.
His paternal grandparents were the late Henry and Catherine Neal. His maternal grandparents were the late George Curry and Ida (Barton) Curry.
He was a graduate of Jellico High School – Class of 1962. He also attended Cumberland College majoring in Business Administration. He worked for 32 years at the McComb Supply Company where he ultimately became President. Later, he became a real estate agent and real estate broker.
Perhaps Jerry could best be described in one word – gentleman. He was a beloved son, dear brother, devoted husband, loving father, and faithful friend. He was a faithful Christian who served in many capacities at the Jellico First Baptist Church throughout many years.
He was also a tireless statesman who not only served our country proudly in the United States Army but also dedicated much of his life to the promotion and enhancement of the City of Jellico. In fact, he was elected to the Jellico City Council for the fourth time in 2022. He was the Caring Hearts Committee Chairman for many years.
Jerry was a life-long sports fan who enjoyed playing several sports including basketball and tennis. He organized and played in a tennis league in Jellico in the early to mid 1970’s. He later co-founded Jellico Junior Pro Basketball in 1986 where he administered and coached for several years. He especially enjoyed coaching his son Joseph’s basketball team. It goes without saying that Jerry was a huge UT Vol Fan.
He and his wife, Kathy, who were married on January 4, 1975, enjoyed 44 years of marriage until her untimely death on August 1, 2019. They enjoyed building a wonderful life and home together and also enjoyed vacationing not only with family members but also with numerous friends over the years. He was well known and well liked by many and will be sadly missed.
In addition to his parents and grandparents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kathryne Lynne (Lambdin) “Kathy” Neal; sister, Karen (Neal) Sperro; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Albert C. Lambdin, Sr. and Beulah (Bennett) Lambdin; and brother-in-law, Albert C. Lambdin, Jr.
He is survived by his son, Joseph Neal, of Knoxville, Tennessee; sister, Patty Neal-Smith, and husband, Ron Smith, of Troutville, Virginia; three nephews, Keith Watson, of Sykesville, Maryland, Kent Watson, of Oswego, Oregon, and Neal Grisso, of Evanston, Wyoming; niece, Kelly Arter, of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; several great-nephews and great-nieces; sister-in-law, Betty (Lambdin) Allen, of Belton, Missouri; and a host of friends, neighbors, and other relatives to mourn his passing.
The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday afternoon, August 10, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Jellico.
The funeral will immediately follow on Thursday evening, August 10, at 7:00 p.m. with Pastor Dr. Bob Dunston officiating.
Special music will be provided by Dr. Jeff Smoak and Mrs. Betty R. Hurst.
Military Graveside Services will be conducted at the Jellico Cemetery beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 11, which has also been proclaimed “Gerald Joseph ‘Jerry’ Neal Day” in the City of Jellico by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. Interment will immediately follow.
Honorary pallbearers will be the Jellico Board of Mayor and Aldermen – Mayor, Sandy Terry and Vice Mayor, Sara Barton Proffitt; and Aldermen, Teresa Adkins, Marty Bowlin, Joe Creekmore, and Suzette Davenport.
The family would like to offer special thanks to Kathy Reed who provided excellent services to our family for many years
Cox & Son Funeral Home of Jellico in charge of arrangements.

Eastern Kentucky University announces Spring 2023 graduate list

Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) recognized graduates from its six academic colleges during Spring 2023 commencement ceremonies held on May 12 at Baptist Health Arena at Alumni Coliseum.

“Graduates of EKU power the workforce of the Commonwealth,” said EKU President David McFaddin. “We are proud to continue to graduate highly skilled students that go out into their communities and make a lasting impact through their careers.”

Local Spring 2023 EKU graduates include:

• Becky Ann Allen of Corbin – Nursing
• Christina Elizabeth Anderson of Corbin – Elementary Education Teaching
• Brenli Laine Barton of Corbin – Psychology
• Brandie D. Bennett of Corbin – Psychology
• Katherine Paige Bingham of Corbin – General Studies
• Edward Lee Boswell of Corbin – Nursing
• Allison Faith Brimm of Corbin – Public Relations
• Jacquelyn Phuong Bui of Corbin – Psychology
• Destinee Faith Caldwell of Corbin – Nursing
• Cade A. Cooney of Corbin – Biomedical Sciences
• Tiffany M. Cooper of Corbin – Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• Erin Cox of Corbin – Teacher Education
• Macy Rae Grider of Corbin – Elementary Education Teaching
• Robert Seth Halcomb of Corbin – History
• Allen Wayne Harris of Corbin – Education Administration & Supervision
• Whitney J. Humfleet of Gray – Social Work
• Zoe Paris Iley of Corbin – Broadcasting & Elect Media
• Emmalee Kate Jones of Corbin – General Studies
• Cody Ryan Jones of Lily – Construction Management
• Jayden Amber Rain Jones of Gray – General Studies
• Kristopher Alan Jordan of Woodbine – Applied Mathematics
• Kelli F. Lassiter of Corbin – Nursing
• Melissa Marie Mahan of Corbin – Nursing
• April Louise McDonald of Lily – Nursing Practice
• Victoria Kay McHargue of Corbin – Psychology
• Jaxon Tate Profitt of Corbin – Risk Management & Insurance
• Kaitlyn Elizabeth Reedy of Corbin – Nursing
• Valerie Joyce Ridener of Corbin – Special Education
• Mark Anthony Roark of Corbin – Nursing Practice
• Lindsey Camille Siler of Corbin – Nursing
• Brooke Skinner of Corbin – Exercise & Sport Science
• Cayla Mae Slone of Corbin – Psychology
• Lauren Elizabeth Storms of Corbin – Health Services Administration
• Eian Brody Sulfridge of Corbin – Physics
• Holly Renee Taylor of Corbin – History Teaching
• Barbara Sue Terrell of Williamsburg – General Studies
• Jayden Matthew Wilson of Corbin – Finance
• Courtney Lou Wrinn of Corbin – Accounting
• Madicyn Paige Wynn of Corbin – Nursing

Six months after graduation, 77 percent of EKU graduates are employed full time and 59 percent within their field of study.

EKU is a student-centered, comprehensive regional university dedicated to high-quality instruction, service and scholarship serving approximately 14,000 students.

Guy Siler

Guy Siler, age 54, of Corbin, passed away Monday, June 19, 2023. He was born August 24, 1968, in Dayton, Ohio. There will be no service at this time. Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Gerald Neal

Gerald Neal, age 79, of Jellico, TN, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023, at his home. Arrangements are incomplete but will be announced later by the Cox & Son Funeral Home. Cox & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Carroll Blackwood

Carroll Blackwood, age 72, of Gray, KY, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023 at Baptist Health Corbin. Funeral service was Saturday, August 5, at Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home. Burial followed at the Blackwood Family Cemetery in Gray, KY. Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.