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Billie Jean Glass

Billie Jean Glass, age 92, of Lexington, KY, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2024, at Baptist Health Lexington. Born in Corbin, KY, she was the daughter of the late James Mullins and Beatrice Parrott Mullins. Billie was very passionate and talented at creating and teaching...

Thelma “Frankie” Sasser

Thelma “Frankie” Sasser, age 84, of Corbin, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024, at Laurel Heights Home for the Elderly in London, KY. Frankie had a passion for teaching and community service. She taught for 29 years in the Corbin Independent School District. She received...

Right place, right time: Dr. Bob Tibbs’ journey to the pulpit at First Christian Church of Corbin

The Lord works in mysterious ways. We’ve all probably heard that said at least a handful of times in our lives, but sometimes a situation plays out that makes even the most unwavering of skeptics stop and think, “Could this be true?” Case in point, Dr. Bob Tibbs.

Jewell D. Paul

Jewell D. Paul, born on a beautiful day of July 18, 1940, in Cumberland, Kentucky, was a beacon of light in the lives of all who were fortunate to know her. Jewell was a devoted mother, grandmother, and a treasured sister. She was an anchor in her family, providing unconditional...

Nancy Bird Carroll

Nancy Bird Carroll, age 87, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at Corbin Health and Rehabilitation Center. Nancy was born on March 19, 1936, in Woodbine, KY, to Ruben and Bonnie Bird. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister,...

Garrett E. Lawson

Garrett E. Lawson, born in Whitley County, Kentucky on November 26, 1962, passed away on February 8, 2024 at the age of 61. He was a hardworking and compassionate man, dedicated to his family and his community. As a retired coal miner, Garrett was committed to his work in the...

Carl Taylor

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Carl Taylor, age 66, of Brookeville, Ohio who passed away at his home on Friday February 9, 2024 leaving his family and friends to mourn. Carl was born on December 8, 1957 in Williamsburg, Ky. to the late Luther and Gladys...

Janet Hoskins Estep

Janet Hoskins Estep, was born April 16, 1938 to George Hoskins and Mary Barrett Hoskins. She went home to the Lord on Friday, February 9, 2024. She was a wonderful, kind, and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. She was a long-time...

Jason Lecompte

Jason Lecompte, age 50, of Williamsburg, Ky., passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024 at Charleston General Hospital in Charleston, West Virginia. He was born February 7, 1973 in Shelbyville, Ky. To the late James Lecompte and Lois Jean Dempsey Lecompte. Jason was an EMT for Knox,...

Edward “Ed” Earl Hamblin

Edward “Ed” Earl Hamblin, a treasured member of the Williamsburg, Kentucky community, stepped into eternity on February 2, 2024, leaving a legacy of love, hard work, and enduring friendships. Born in Whitley County, Kentucky, on November 30, 1947, Ed, known for his grit and...