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JANUARY - 1990
AKERS, Gussie (Brown)
1903-1990
Gussie Akers, 86, died Thursday January 4, in Appalachian Regional Hospital, South Williamson. Mrs. Akers was born January 13, 1903 in Johnson County, the daughter of Lewis and Judy Arrowood Brown. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Akers, in 1974, Surviving are two 1/2 sisters, Blanch Brown and Lillie Brown, both of Paintsville; one sister-in-law, Melissa VanHoose, of Nippa; and two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funcral services were held Saturday, January 6, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Daniel Cemetery at River. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.10 1990
ARMS, Alice Lorraine (Caudill)
1927-1990
Meally resident, Alice Lorraine Arms, 62, died Monday. January 8, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Arms was born June 2, 1927 in Johnson County, the daughter of Monroe and Alka Blair Caudill. She was a member of Collista Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Woodford C. Arms, in 1966. Surviving are two daughters, Freda Durham, of Leander, and Sue Prater, of West Van Lear; one brother, Paul Caudill, of Denver, and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, January 10, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Bruce Daniels officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.17 1990
BALL, Mae (Bailey)
1905-1990
Mae Bailey Ball, 84, died Sunday, January 14, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Ball was born February 12, 1905 in Floyd County, the daughter of George and Ginny Stephens Bailey. She was a retired nurse and member of the First United Baptist Church, Prestonsburg. She was preceded in death by her husband. John Elder Ball, in 1956. Surviving are two sons, Sidney Ball, of Lincoln Park, Michigan, and Joe Ball, of Islington; and seven grandchildren, seven great- grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Tuesday. January 16, in Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Prestonsburg, with Rev. Bill Pollack officiating. Burial was in Mayo Cemetery Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.24 1990
BLANTON, Rudolph
1935-1990
Paintsville Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Rudolph Blanton, 54. Mr. Blanton was born August 17, 1935 in Johnson County, the son of Mitchell and Jeanette Halbert Blanton. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was employed by AT&T Telephone Company in Columbus, Ohio. Surviving are his wife, Garnet Lemaster Blanton; two sons, Marty Blanton and Tim Blanton, both of Powell, Ohio; one sister, Janice Reed, of Hamler, Ohio; and one grandson. Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 30, in Fishtrap United Baptist Church, with Revs. Edgar "Dick" VanHoose and M. T. Womack Jr. officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.31 1990
BROWN, Mary (Butcher)
1912-1990
Funeral services were held Sunday, January 28, for Mary Burchett Brown, 77. Mrs. Brown was born October 4, 1912 in Johnson County, the daughter of George and Ann Stambaugh Burchett. She was a member of Stambaugh Church of Christ. Surviving are her husband, Charlie "Sonbuck" Brown; four daughters, Palty Noren, of Fairborn, Ohio, Hazel Turner, of Tutor Key, Pamela Hitchcock, of Meally, and Linda Gregory, of Conway, South Carolina; two brothers, Harry Burchett, of Stambaugh, and Hysell Burchett, of Staffordsville; and nine grandchildren and four step-grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Officiating at services in Preston Funeral Home Chapel was John Hobson. Burial was in Brown Cemetery at Volga Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.31 1990
BROWN, Roy
1917-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Roy "Bill" Brown, 72. Mr. Brown was born September 17, 1917 in Johnson County, the son of Roy and Emma Arrowood Brown. He was a retired miner and resident of Roseville, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Murphy Brown, in 1983. Surviving are three sons, Donald Brown and James Brown, both of Roseville, and Kenneth Brown, of Warren, Michiagan; two brothers, Ivan Brown and Jack Brown, both of Van Lear; two sisters, Dovie Lawrence, of Smyrna Beach, Florida, and Lois Ward, of Springboro, Ohio; and seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Sunday, January 28, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Steven Thrasher officiating. Burial was in Highlands Memorial Park at Stafffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday, January 31, 1990
BUTCHER, Roy Steven
1912-1990
Roy Steven Butcher, 77, died Friday, January 19, in Highlands Re- gional Medical Center. Mr. Butcher was born February 19, 1912 in Lawrence County, the son of Son and Marcella DeBoard Butcher. He was a machine operator for Indus- trial Nut in Sandusky, Ohio and was a member of Temple Baptist Church in Titusville, Florida. Surviving are his wife, Edna Holt Butcher; two sons, James Butcher, of Wellston, Ohio, and Henry Butcher, of Titusville; one daughter, Mary Radguwitz, of Lagrange, Illinois; two brothers, Walter Butcher, of Whitehouse, and Jack Butcher, of Sandusky; two sisters, Esther Welch, of Whitehouse, and Alice Jean Wiley, of Columbus, Ohio; and 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grand- children. Funeral services were held Monday, January 22, in Whitehouse En- terprise Baptist Church, with Tommy Meade and Charlie Wiley officiating. Burial was in Son Butcher Cemetery at Whitehouse, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 1-31-1990
CANTRELL, Burl Sr.
1918-1990
Burl "Whitey" Cantrell Sr., 71, died Wednesday, January 24, in Westview Manor. Mr. Cantrell was born May 2, 1918 in Johnson County, the son of Tho- mas and Julia Love Cantrell. He was a retired pipe fitter. Surviving are his wife, Gladys M. Meade Cantrell; three sons, Burl "Skip" Cantrell Jr. and Wade Can- trell, both of Staffordsville, and Jackie Cantrell, of Springfield, Ohio; one daughter, Sue Branham, of Staf- fordsville; one sister, Hazel Cochran, of Wittensville; and eight grandchil- dren and two great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Satur- day, January 27, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Willard VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Highlands Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 1-31-1990
CRABTREE, Haley (Spencer)
1962-1990
Haley Spencer Crabtree, 27, died Friday, January 19. Mrs. Crabtree was born June 26, 1962 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of Elmer and Bonnie Preston Spencer. She was employed at Wendy's. Surviving are her parents; her husband, Timothy Ray Crabtree; seven half brothers, Harold Spencer, of Charlotte, North Carolina, Douglas, Ronald and Michael Spencer and Neil and Jeff Blair, of Paintsville; one sister, Jennifer Stapleton, of Meally; and one half sister, LaVeta Berry, of Wellington. Funeral services were held Sunday January 21, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Venny VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Preston family Cemetery at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday January 24 1990
CRAFT, Charlie Jr.
1918-1990
Retired coal miner, Charlie Craft Jr., 71, died Sunday, January 7, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Craft was born September 25, 1918 in Johnson County, the son of Charlie and Callista Hall Craft Sr. Surviving are his wife, Margaret Honeycutt Craft; one son, Larry Kenneth Craft, of Auxier; one daughter, Wanda Palmer, of Meally one brother, Denver Craft, of Meally; two sisters. Alberta Salyers, of Ashland, and Myrtle Short, of Fairborn, Ohio; and seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 9, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Matthew Boyles officiating. Burial was in Craft Family Cemetery at Meally. Paiontsville Herald Wednesday Jan.10 1990
DANIEL, Nancy (Cassidy)
1897-1990
Funeral services were held Thursday, February 1, for Nancy C. Daniel, 93. Mrs. Daniel was born January 4, 1897 in Johnson County, the daughter of Tivis and Elizabeth Davis Cassidy. She was a member of Concord Independent Church. She was preceded in Death by her husband, Elmer Daniel, in 1970. Surviving are two sons, Hubert Daniel, of Van Lear, and Harold Daniel, of Ashland; three daughters, Daisy Preston, of Thelma, Norma Meade, of River, and Frankie Ratliff, of Van Lear; and 15 grandchildren, six stepgrandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Officiating at services in Preston Funeral Home Chapel were Roger Hill and Steve Rose. Burial was in Ward Cemetery at Offutt. Pallbearers were Danny Daniel, Mike Daniel, Todd Daniel, Paul Deaton, Kenny Meade, Terry Preston, Garry Ratliff, Larry Ratliff and Gordon Rose. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday February 7 1990
DANIEL, Zona (Travis)
1910-1990
Zona Daniel, 79, died Wednesday, January 24, at her Tutor Key residence. Mrs. Daniel was born March 20, 1910 in Johnson County, the daughter of John and Laura Mae Stapleton Travis. She was preceded in death be her husband, Rev. Virgil Daniel, in May 1973. Surviving are one daughter, Emma Jean VanHoose, of Tutor Key; four brothers, Vencil Travis, of Kings George, Virgina, Johnny Travis, of Catlettsburg, Willie "Hut" Travis of River, and Ray Travis, of Hager Hill; two sisters, Emma Stambaugh, of Hager Hill, and Dora E. Howard, of Louisa; and three grandchildren, and three great-grand children, and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Friday, January 26, in Baker Branch Freewill Baptist Church, with Revs. Vennie VanHoose, Tommy VanHoose and Junior Castle officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Tutor Key, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PH Wed. 1-31-1990
GALLAHER, Delia Ann (Lemon)
1918-1990
Delia Ann Gallaher, 71, of Ashland, died Thursday, January 4, in King’s Daughters’ Medical Center. Mrs. Gallaher was born June 27, 1918, in Pikeville, the daughter of the late James and Maria White Lemon. She was a retired Sears Roebuck & Co. employee and a member of Holy Family Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Gallaher in 1963. Surviving are two sons, George Thomas Gallaher of Greenup and John E. Gallaher of Ashland; three daughters, Barbara Ann Kouns of Ashland, Shirley Marie Dixon of Lexington, and Virginia (Jennie) Scurlock of Paintsville; two brothers, Elster Joseph Lemon and James A. Lemon, both of Ashland; one sister, Deva Marie Leggett of Ashland; and 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, January 6, at the Holy Family Church, with Rev. Louis Schmidt officiating. Burial was in Rose Hill Burial Park. Contributions may be made to the Kentucky Foundation of Diabetes, 129 N. Eagle Creek Drive, Lexington, KY 40509. PAINTSVILLE HERALD JAN. 17, 1990
GIBBS, Roby B.
1896-1990
ROBY B. GIBBS Former Johnson County resident, Roby B. Gibbs, 93, of Marengo, Ohio, died Tuesday, January 30, in Morrow County Hospital. Mr. Gibbs was born October 1, 1896, in Johnson County. He was a retired farmer, a bookkeeper for Morrow County Production Credit, served for 20 years as Bennington Township clerk, was a veteran of World War I and was a member of Marengo United Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife, Hazel M. (McKenzie); three daughters, Billie Marie Helman, Jesse Eileen Ray, and Betty Jo Matson, all of Mt. Gilean, Ohio; one sister, Elizabeth Farmer of Newton, North Carolina; and eight grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, February 2, in DeVore Funeral Home, Marengo, with Rev. Jack D. Tharp officiating. Burial was in Marengo Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEB. 28, 1990
GIBBS, Virginia A. (Helton)
1922-1990
Funeral services were held Friday, January 5, for Virginia A. Gibbs, 67. Mrs. Gibbs was born July 20, 1922, in Morgan County, the daughter of James and Arminta Cole Helton. She was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, James A. Gibbs; three sons, Willie Hill, James A. Gibbs, Jr., and John Mason Gibbs, all of Marion, Ohio; seven daughters, Arminta Wheeler and Vernie Gibbs, both of Salyersville; Phoebe Raymond, Eliza Ann Norton, Tillie Gibbs, Edna Rigby and Alice Gibbs, all of Marion; three sisters, Eliza Pennington of Flat Gap, Ethel Hill of Ashland, and Edna Cantrell of Ophir; and 10 grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. Officiating at services in the Freewill Baptist Church at Flat Fork were Revs. Willie Isaac, Ralph VanHoose, and Buell Cantrell. Burial was in Howard Cemetery at Flat Fork, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD JAN. 10, 1990
GIBSON, Hulda (Saylor)
1906-1990
Hulda Gibson, 83, died Monday, January 1, in Findlay, Ohio. Mrs. Gibson was born March 1, 1906, in Johnson County, the daughter of Issiah Jackson and Sara Liz Saylor. She was a member of Green Springs Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Gibson, Jr., in 1968. Surviving are one son, Smith Helton of Sidney, Indiana; five daughters, Ella Collins of Fostoria, Ohio; Bethel Yates of Warsaw, Indiana; Marlene Yates of Fremont, Ohio; Maggie Good of Silverlake, Indiana, and Irene Fairchild of Toledo, Ohio; one brother, Eddie Jackson of Warsaw; and 18 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, and two step-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 4, at 11 a.m., in Witzeler-Shank Funeral Home in Walbridge, Ohio, with Revs. Paul Tyree and Clarence Mullins officiating. Burial will be in Lake Township Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD JAN. 3, 1990
HAYSLETT, Randall
1935-1990
Randall "Tookie" Hayslett, died Wednesday, January 24, in Central Baptist Hospital, Lexington. Mr. Hayslett was born September 12, 1935 in Johnson County, the son of Rhule and Mayme DeBord Hayslett. He was self-employed a member of Rockhouse Freewill Baptist Church and a mason of Paintsville Lodge 381 F & AM. Surviving are his wife, Oralee Auxier Hayslett; one son, John Hayslett, of Paintsiville; one brother, Rhule Hayslett Jr., of Bowling Green; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, January 28, in Rockhouse Freewill Baptist Church, with Richard Williams, Ricky Ratliff and Jimmy Roberts officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery in Paintsville with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 31, 1990
HORNE, Paul Michael
1949-1990
Meally resident, Paul Michael Horne, 40, died Wednesday, January 17, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Horne was born July 1, 1949 in Johnson County, the son of Willard Richard and Mary Sammons Horne. He was a member of Eastside Freewill Baptist Church and a self employed merchant. Surviving his mother; his wife, Elaine Wallen Horne; two daughters, Rebecca Dawn Horne and Brandy Carol Horne, both of Meally; one brother, Arbin Willard Home, of Fairborn, Ohio; and one sister, Barbra Jean Hamilton, of Wittensville. Funeral services were held Sunday, January 21, in Eastside Freewill Baptist Church, with Harry Neal Frisby and Justin Harmon officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were Mike Blair, Robbid Himes, Guy B. Meade, Billy Mullins, Dewey Mac Mullins, Jimmy Mullins, Mark Stickel and James Larry Ward. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday January 24 1990
JENNINGS, Robert Ashley
1942-1990
City and state police are continuing to probe the cause of an accident Friday that resulted in the death Sunday of a Silka man, Robert A, Jennmgs, 47, died Sunday in a Huntington hospital, two days after his clothing caught Fire at a Paintsville apartment. Johnson County Coroner J.R. Frisby said Tuesday that a death certificate, filed in Huntington, attributed Jennings death to "inhalation of fumes from a gas stove explosion." City police chief Doug Wallen said Tuesday, though, that there was no stove in the apartment where Jennings was injured. He said the victim's shirt apparently caught fire when Jennings attempted to light a cigarette on a burner on an electric range. He suffered first and second degree burns on the upper part of his body in the mishap. Jennings was transported Friday from the accident scene to Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center by Burchett's Ambulance and later transferred to Cabell Hunington Hospital where he died Sunday. Funeral services were set for 11:30 a.m. today, Wednesday, at the Preston Funeral Home. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.17 1990
Retired miner, Robert Ashley Jennings, 47, died Sunday, January 14, in Cabell Huntington West Virginia, Mr. Jennings was born November 1, 1942 in Johnson County, the son of Press and Maud Bell Jennings Williams. Surviving are his mother; one son, Robert Jennings Jr., of North Carolina; four brothers, Roger, of Stambaugh, Paul and Chuck, both of Van Lear, and Charles, of San Diego, California; and two sisters, Barbara Travis, of Fairborn, Ohio, and Shelby Jean McLaughlin, of Englewood, Florida. Funeral services were held Wednesday, January 17, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, wnh Elders Boyd Meadows, Claude Mollcoe, Arthur Preecc and David Mollette officiaung. Burial was in Jennings Cemetery at Meally. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.24 1990
LEMASTER, Paul Jr.
1929-1990
Funeral services were held Friday, January 19, for Paul J. Lemaster Jr., 60. Mr. Lemaster was born September 24, 1929 in Johnson County, the son of Beckem Lemaster and Erie McKenzie Lemaster Barker. He was a retired truck driver and farmer. Surviving are his wife, Gladys Keaton Lemaster; three sons, Robert Lemaster, of Dayton, Ohio, Donald Paul Lemaster, of Martha, and James Sanford Lemaster, of Piketon, Ohio; four daughters, Linda Carol Burchett, of Springfield, Ohio, Mary Louise Fyffe, of Flat Gap, Erie Frances Lemasier, of Martha, and Brenda Gale Hamilton, of Wittensville; one brother, Bobby Joe Lemasier, of Lancaster, Ohio; three sisters, Evalena Seyh, of Vermillion, Ohio, Emogene King, of Staffordsvilie, and Beatrice Salyers, of New Holland, Ohio; and four grandchildren and five step-grandchildren. Officiating at services in Fishtrap United Baptist Church were Elders Lonza Reed and Paul E. Keaton. Burial was in Lemaster Cemetery in Win, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Hera;d Wednesday Jan.24 1990
LYNN, Angie (Webb)
1903-1990
Van Lear resident, Angie Lynn, 86, died Thursday January 25, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Lynn was born March 14, 1903 in Johnson County, the daughter of Roe Webb and Martha Goble Webb. She was a member of the Van Lear Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver "Red" Lynn, in 1981. Surviving are five sons, Oliver (Moonie) Jr. and James, both of Hurricane Mills, Tennessee, Charles, of Roanoke, Indiana, and John and Jack, both of Wabash, Indiana; five daughters, Lois Blair, of Van Lear, Jo Ann McGinnis and Betty Evans, both of Wabash, Mary O'Neal, of Everett, Washington, and Martha Whitzel, of Largo, Indiana; two sisters, Laura Belle Phelps, of Van Lear, and Fannie Webb, of Urbana, Ohio, and 31 grandchildren and 45 great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, January 28, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Lowell Webb and Bobby Webb officiating. Burial was in Highlands Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 1-31-1990
MAHAN, Lillian (Jaynes)
1924-1990
Staffordsville resident, Lillian Mahan, 65, died Monday, January 22, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Mahan was born March 26, 1924 in Johnson County, the daughter of Jesse and Edna Mae McKenzie Jaynes. She was a member of the Staffordsville Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Challie "Chat" Mahan; two sons, Jesse Mahan, of Sitka, and Ronnie Mahan, of Paintsville; five daughters, Bonnie O'Brian, of Wittensville, Frances Henderson, of Orlando, Florida, Vickie Mahan, of Inez, Anna Cole, of Sitka and Pam Ramey, of Paintsville; one brother, Melvin Jaynes, of Vine Grove; one sister Pauline Adams, of Paintsville; and 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, January 25, in Fishtrap United Baptist Church at Staffordsville, with Revs. James Crider and Matthew Boyles officiating. Burial was in Jaynes Cemetery at Staffordsville, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 1-31-1990
MCCOY, William P.
1931-1990
William P. McCoy, 58, died Tuesday, January 9, in his home. Mr. McCoy was born December 6, 1931 in Floyd County, the son of William and Elizabeth Herd McCoy. He was a disabbled laborer (farmer). Surviving are his mother, his wife, Gracie C. Lemaster McCoy; two sons, William McCoy and Donald McCoy, both of Royalton; three daughters, Pretisha Wells, of Danville, Tresa Rowland, of Prestonsburg, and Malisia McCoy, of Royalton; three brothers, Jack, of Gallipolis, Ohio, Home, of Prestonsburg, and Paul, of Allen; seven sisters, Lucy Spencer and Bea Frazier, both of Hager Hill, Becky Yates, of Mt. Sterling, Bub Spencer, Mary Swick and Anna Jo McCoy, all of Ohio, and Doris Fitzpatrick, of Prestonsburg; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, January 12, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Lemaster Family Cemetery at Sitka. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 17, 1990
MCKENZIE, Richard B.
1903-1990
Richard B. "Dick" McKenzie, 86, died Monday, Janaury 1, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. McKenzie was born February 17, 1903 in Johnson County, the son of Nathan Asbury and Cora Ward McKenzie. He was a retired truck driver from Liquid Transporter, a member of the United Baptist Church and the Paintsville Masonic Lodge 381 F & AM. Surviving are his wife, Malta Lewis McKenzie, two sons, Charles and Paul, both of Paintsville; two daughters, Vertrice Ratliff, of Ashland, and Louise Underwood, of Paintsville; and 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, January 4, in Paintsville United Baptist Church, with Elders John Red Pelphrey and Lafrance Rigsby officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 10, 1990
MUNCY, Earl
1914-1990
Retired Barber, Earl Muncy, 75, died Wednesday, January 10, in Paul B. Hall Medical Center. Mr. Muncy was born April 14, 1914 in Martin County, the son of Harve and Eliz Muncy. He was self-employed and was a member of Little Friendship United Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Mary Penix Muncy; two sons, James Alfred Muncy of Martin, and Eugene Vencil Muncy, of Williamsport; two daughters, Nannie Reable Collins, of Huntington, West Virginia, and Brenda Gay Fannin, of Springfield, Ohio; and nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, January 14, in Old Friendship United Baptist Church, with Elders, Ivan Butcher, Claude Mollette, and Shade Lee Walters officiating. Burial was in Penix Family Cemetery at Williamsport. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 17, January 1990
MUSIC, Ivel I.(Stapleton)
1990
Former Johnson County resident, Ivel I. Music. 73, died Friday, January 12. Mrs. Music was born in Sip, Kentucky. She was a member of the Crescent City Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She was preceded in death by one son, Willie Hager Music Jr., and one daughter, Patricia Y. Wilcox. Surviving are her husband, Willie Hager Music Sr., of Ponona Park, Florida one son. Charles Henry Music, of Virginia Beach, Virginia; two daughters, Olga Irene Akridge, of Radcliff, and Laverne A. Reynolds, of Pomona Park; two brothers, Ben C. Stapleton Sr., of Portsmouth. Ohio, and Hudson R. Stapleton, of Pleasant Lake, Michigan; one sister, Olga A. Daniels, of Wheelersburg, Ohio; and 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held Monday, January 15, in the Crescent City Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, with Brother Floyd Fillman officiating. In lieu of flowers, make contributions to Willie H. Music Sr., Rt 1 Box 766, Pomona Park, Florida, 32157. Watts Funeral Home in San Mateo, Florida was in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.17 1990
PACK, Sally (Prater)
1906-1990
Sally Ann Prater Pack, 83, died Monday, January 29, in Riverview Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Pack was born June 14, 1906 in Johnson County, the daughter of Allen and Amey Mollette Dutton. She was a member of Third Street Freewill Baptist Church. She ws preceded in death by two husbands, David Prater, in 1945, and Farris Jay Pack, in 1959. Surviving are two sons, Charles Prater, of New Crlisle, Ohio, and Johnny Prater, of Fairborn, Ohio; four daughters, Ruby Blair, of Hager Hill, Willa Dean Hunley, of Weston, Ohio, Imogene Pack, of Slat Lick, and Earlene Chandler, of Medway, Ohio; and 24 grandchildren, 40 great- grandchildren and one great-great- grandchild. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 1, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Hubert Slone officiating. Burial was in Cumbo Cemetery at West Van Lear. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2-07-1990
PRESTON, James Herbert
1929-1990
Funeral services were held Sunday, January 14, for James Herbert Preston, 60. Mr. Preston was born June 3, 1929 in Johnson County, the son of Sanford and Rosie Patrick Preston. Mr. Preston was employed by Celatex Corporation and was a resident of Wabash, Indiana. Surviving are his wife, Sylvia Roberts Preston; three sons, Ronnie, of North Manchester, Indiana, and Dannie and Roger, both of Wabash; five daughters, Sandra Myers and Judy Bashore, both of North Manchester, and Sharon White, Pam Darnell and Anita Fagar, all of Wabash; and nine grandchildren. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel was Orville Short. Burial was in Patrick Cemetery at Meally. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 17, 1990
PRICE, Addie (Melvin)
1895-1990
Addie Price, 94, died January 15, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Price was born October 20, 1895 in Johnson County, the daughter of John and Ida Stafford Melvin. She was a former sales clerk for the Herald Hotel Newsstand and a member of the Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Price, in December 1946. Surviving are one son, John L. Price, of Kettering, Ohio; one sister, Flema VanHoose, of Louisa; three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 18, at 11 a.m., in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Jerry Scott and Larry Blair officiating. Burial will be in Price Cemetery in Paintsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 17, 1990
RICE, Ethel (May)
1921-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Ethel Irene May Rice, 68. Ms. Rice was born October 25, 1921 in Magoffin County, the daughter of Audie and Sola Conley May. She was a retired nurse's aide from Highlands Regional Medical Center. Surviving are one son, James Fred Rice, of Oil Springs; four daughters, Edna Mae Reed, of Paintsville, Joyce Ann Reed, of Salyersville, and Debra Ann Kennard and Maxine Yates, both of Oil Springs; and 15 grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, January 4, in State Road United Baptist Church, with Joe Carroll, James Kelly Caudill and Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Falcon. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 10, 1990
RICE, Hazel (Lester)
1902-1990
Hazel Rice, 87,died Saturday, January 13, in J.J. Jordan Geriatric Center, Louisa. Mrs. Rice was born September 14, 1902 in Johnson County, the daughter of Charles and Della Hamilton Lester. She was preceded in death by her husband, Everett Rice, in January 1962. Surviving are one son, Paul Irvin Rice, of Bradyville, Indiana; one daughter, Nancy Plummer, of Hager Hill; and six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday January 16 in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick Vanhoose officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 17, 1990
SAMPSELLE, Josephine D.
1902-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Josephine D. Sampselle, 80, died Thursday, January 11, at her Kenton, Ohio residence. Mrs. Sampselle was born June 13, 1902 in Johnson County, the daughter of Dr. David and Elizabeth Perry Daniel. She was retired from the Mary Lou Johnson Library and taught school in Paintsville for several years. She was preceded in death by her husband, John "Jack" Sampselle. Surviving are one son, John L., of Ann Arbor, Michigan; one daughter, Rev. Adelaide Clark, of Shelbyville, Indiana; two brothers, D.H. Daniel and M.C. Daniel, both of Louisville; and four grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, January 23, at 2 p.m., in the First United Methodist Church in Kenton, with Price Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Contributions may be sent to Hardin Hospice Care or the Mary Lou Johnson Library. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 17, 1990
SIZEMORE, Orville
1990
Funeral services were held Friday, March 2, for Orville “Bob” Sizemore, 67. Mr. Sizemore was born March 29, 19??, in Carter County, the son of John and Elizabeth Sizemore. He was a track laborer for the CSX Railroad. Surviving are his wife, Dorothy Sizemore; five sons, Charles Dalton and Herbert and James Sizemore, all of Wabash, Indiana; Timothy Sizemore of Phoenix, Arizona, and Orville Sizemore of Somerset; three daughters, Alice Butcher and Charlotte Preston, both of Boons Camp, and Jessica Spence of Tomahawk; three sisters, Ori James of Grayson, Opal Smith of Upper Sandusky, Ohio, and Lois Moll of Nevada, Ohio; and 24 grandchildren. Officiating at services in Davisport Freewill Baptist Church were Orville Walters and Tom Stacy. Burial was in the family cemetery at Tomahawk, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAR. 7, 1990
SPARKS, J.O.
1902-1990
Thelma resident, J.O. "Jarvie" Sparks, 87, died Wednesday, January 3, at his residence. Mr. Sparks was born December 12, 1902 in Johnson County, the son of John and Missouri Catherine Sparks. He was retired from C & O Railroad. He joined the United Baptist Church at Barnetts Creek in 1938 and later has his membership moved to Concord United Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Elizabeth Johnson Sparks, five brothers and three sisters. Surviving are his wife, Nancy Sammons Daniels Sparks; one stepson, Herbert M. Daniels, of Thelma; one daughter, Dora Mae Roberts, of Paintsville; one stepdaughter, Elizabeth Pack, of Thelma; two sisters, Alma Neeley and Maxie Stoghoil, both of Virginia; and three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Friday, January 5, in Concord United Baptist Church, with Buel Ferguson and Charles Price officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, with Jones- Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 10, 1990
VANHOOSE, Dovie (Collins)
1913-1990
Van Lear resident, Dovie Collins VanHoose, 76, died Monday, January 1, at her residence. Mrs. VanHoose was born May 10, 1913 in Johnson County, the daughter of David Walker and Sarah Collins Collins. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Perry Collins Jr. and Bryan VanHoose. Surviving are two sons, Roy Collins, of Antwerp, Ohio, and Okel "Peanut" Collins, of Van Lear; one stepson, William Collins, of Pierceton, Indiana; one daughter, Mandy Collins, of Van Lear; one brother, James Walker Collins, of Wabash, Indiana; and six grandchildren, five step-grandchildren and 14 stepgreat- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, January 4, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Lee Music and Roger Music officiating. Burial was in Collins Cemetery at Daniels Creek. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.17 1990
WELLS, Essa (Burchwell)
1908-1990
Retired teacher, Essa B. Wells, 81, died Tuesday, January 23, in her Paintsville home. Mrs. Wells was born November 18, 1908 in Johnson County, the daughter of Jesse and Minnie Burchett Burchwell. She taught for the Paintsville City Schools and was a member of the First Christian Church. Surviving are her husband, Charles M. Wells; and one sister, Jewell Burchwell, of Ashland. Funeral services were held Friday, January 26, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Bob Benson officiating. Burial was in Wells Cemetery at Boons Camp. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the First Christian Church. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 31, 1990
WILLIAMS, Mallie (Bland)
1907-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Mallie Williams, 82. Mrs. Williams was born December 3,1907 in Magoffin County, the daughter of Taulbee Howard and Victoria Brown Bland. She was a member of the United Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Glen Williams; six sons, James and Harold, both of New Port News, Virginia, Tommy, of Brooksville, Florida, Mike and Johnny, of Jackson, Michigan, and Glen, of Norvell, Michigan; four daughters, Joetta Whitaker, of Riceville, Evelyn Sprague, of Tecumseh, Michigan, Helen Helgeson, of Landsford, North Dakota, and Maxine McLean, of Minot, North Dakota; one sister, Ruby Frazier, of Paintsville; and 28 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and four great-great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 23, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Charles Price officiating. Burial was in Williams Family Cemetery at Swamp Branch. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan-24-1990
WITTEN, Virgil
1990
Retired auto salesman, Virgil "Jack" Witten, 62, died Monday, January 22, in Tampa, Florida Mr. Witten was born in Johnson County and moved to Sebring, Florida in 1955. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII, was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Sebring and was employed by Ross Backus. Surviving are his wife, Billie J. Witten, of Sebring; three daughters, Cloette Christian, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Debbie Verrocchi, of Orlando, Florida, and Joy Salinder, of Sebring; two brotheres, Argales Witten and Russell Witten, both of Lake Wales, Florida; two sisters, Vivian Bayes, of Wittensville, and Edith Sadler, of Harold; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, January 24, in the First United Methodist Church in Sebring, with Dr. Charles Kinder and Rev. Dean Witten officiating. Burial was in Pinecrest Cemetery, with Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 31, 1990
FEBRUARY - 1990
ADAMS, Jessie (Nurke)
1931-1990
Jessie Faye Adams, 58, died Sunday, February 11, in Walbridge, Ohio. Ms. Adams was born November 13, 1931 at Sitka, the daughter of Martin and Martha Burke. Surviving are one son, Dan E. Adams, of Perrysburg, Ohio; three brothers, Clarence Burke and Howard Burke, both of Sitka, and Ray- Vern Burke, of Stambaugh; three sisters, Ludie McKenzie and Dorothy Crislip, both of Sitka, and Stella Osborne, of Springfield. Ohio. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 15, in Witzler-Shank Funeral Home in Walbridge, with Pastor Fred Taylor officiating. Burial was in Lake Township Cemetery in Millbury. Ohio. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Diabetes Foundation. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Feb.28 1990
ARMES, Hazel
1908-1990
Hazel Armes, 81, died Saturday, February 11, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Mrs. Armes was born June 3,1908 at Oil Springs. She was a member of the United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris, in 1981. Surviving are two sons, Buel Keith Armes, of Shelbyville, Michigan, and Dewey Frank Armes, of Delta, Ohio; three daughters, Jean Richie and Gereline Price, both of Shelbyville, and Pauline Hollon, of Plainwell, Michigan; and 10 grandchildren and 13 great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, February 19. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery in Orangeville, Michigan, with Marshall-Gren Golden Rule Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Feb.28 1990
BOWEN, Daniel
1990
Funeral services were held Monday, February 19, for Daniel Bowen, 56. Mr. Bowen was born June 5, 1933 in Johnson County, the son of Morgan and Goldie Castle Bowen. He ws a heavy equipment operator. Surviving are his wife, Debbie Hayden Bowen; one son, Larry Bowen, of New York; one daughter, Rosie Bowen, of New York; two brothers, Morgan Bowen Jr., of Kentucky, and Johnnie Bowen, of Maryland; and three sisters, Gladys Middaugh, of Tutor Key, Opal Stanford, of Sitka, and Irene Bridgett, of Maryland. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel was Dick VanHoose. Burial was in the family cemetery at Boons Camp. Paintsville Herald Wednesday February 21, 1990
CLARKE, Ona Lee
1990
Ona Lee Clarke, 73, of Manassas, Virginia, formerly of Auxier, died Tuesday, February 13, at Prince William Hospital in Manassas. Mrs. Clarke, the daughter of the late Procter L. and Lucy Ford Clarke, was a graduate of Paintsville High School, Louisville School of Nursing, Fordham University and The New School of Social Research. After serving as an Army nurse in Europe and Africa during World War II, she worked at Doctors Hospital in New York City and later became area supervisor for welfare institutions for the state of New York. She retired to Manassas in 1985. She was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Elizabeth Wells of Auxier. Surviving are her son, Jim, and his wife, Lizbe, of Annadale, Virginia; one cousin, Christine Patton, of Auxier; and four grandchildren, all of Annandale. Funeral services were held Friday, February 16, at the All Saints Catholic Church in Manassas. Burial was in Quantico National Cemetery at Triangle, Virginia with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to All Saints Catholic Church School, 9300 Stonewall Road, Manassas, VA 22110. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 21, 1990
CONLEY, Roy
1990
Retired maintenance worker, Roy E. Conley, 49, died Friday, February 16, in his Chesapeake, Ohio home. Mr. Conley was born March 8, 19?? in Johnson County, the son of Smith and Grace Conley. He was employed by Columbus School for girls. Surviving are his wife, Carol N. Conley; two brothers, Burt, of Oil Springs, and Jimmy, of Washington Courthouse, Ohio; and one sister, Katherine Arms, of Chesapeake. Funeral services were held Sunday, February 18, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with James Kelly Caudill officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday January 21 1990
DANIEL, Earl Jr.
1926-1990
Earl Daniel Jr. 63, died Monday, February 12, in Paul B. Hunt Regional Medical Center. Mr. Daniel was born May 18, 1926 in Johnson County, the son of Earl Daniel Sr. and Grethel VanHoose Daniel. He was retired from Operators Engineers Union Local 181B of Ashland, a member of Paintsville Odd Fellows Chapter 108, member of DAV Chapter 136 and a veteran of World War II. Surviving are his wife, Velcie Spears Daniel; and one sister, Mary Preston, of West Van Lear. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, February 14, at 11 a.m., in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Revs. Hubert Slone and Toby Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Johnson County Memorial at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday February 14 1990
DANIEL, Isom
1915-1990
Retired farmer, Isom "Hite" Daniel, 74, died Thursday, February 1, in the Veterans Hospital, Lexington. Mr. Daniel was born February 4, 1915 in Johnson County, the son of Erchel and Grace Clark Daniel. Surviving are two brothers, Bill Daniel, Paintsville, and Shade Daniel, of Tutor Key; and three sisters, Mae Preston, of Tutor Key, Frances Daniel of Thealka, and Helen Cordial; of Columbus, Ohio. Funeral services were held Saturday, February 3, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Revs. Tommy VanHoose and Venny VanHoose officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Tutor Key. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday February 7 1990
DAVIS, Elmer
1928-1990
Elmer Davis, 61, died Thursday, February 22, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Davis was born July 26, 1928 in Johnson County, the son of Frank and Eula Davis. He was a retired equipment operator from Triple B. Coal Company. Surviving are his wife, Mary Hicks Davis; one daughter, Debra Cox, of Oil Springs; one brother, Miles Davis of Paintsville; and two sisters, Nella Brown, of Cleveland, Ohio,and Patsy Easterling, of Rush. Funeral services were held Sunday, February 25, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Quinton Crum officiating. Burial was in Spencer Cemetery in Paintsville. PH Wed. 2-28-1990
DUTTON, Rosie (Williamon)
1918-1990
River resident, Rosie Vine Williamson Dutton, 71, died Saturday, February 10, in Jewish Hospital, Louisville. Mrs. Dutton was born April 14, 1918 in Johnson County; the daughter of Maurice and Cynthia Meek Williamson. She was a member of Irene Cole Memorial Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Landon Dutton. Surviving are one stepson, James Landon Dutton, of Greenville, Calfornia; two stepdaughters, Louise Colvin, of River, and Nelva Jean Skaggs, of South Carolina; two brothers, Saul B. Williamson and Nathan Williamson, both of River; and seven stepgrandchildren and one stepgreat-grandchild. Funeral services were held Monday, February 12, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Don Fraley officiating. Burial was in Dennie Pigg Cemetery at Boons Camp. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2-21-1990
ESTEP, Charles W.
1901-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Charles "Bill" W. Estep, 88, died February 22, in Mt. Carmel East Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. Mr. Estep was born December 4, 1901 in Johnson County, the son of Richard and Lourena Ramey Estep. He was a retired farmer and dairyman and member of the United Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lexie Phillips Estep, in 1968. Surviving are five sons, Freelin, of Baltimore, Ohio, Alfred, of Fairborn, Charles and James, both of Pickerington Ohio, and David, of Tucson, Arizona; three sisters, Maxine McKenzie, of Pickerington, Ohio, Helen Adams, of Portsmouth, Ohio, Gusta Estep, of Fuget; and 24 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, February 26, in Cold Springs United Baptist Church, with Elders Eulas Adams, Eual McKenzie and Phillip Caudill officiating. Burial was in Estep Cemetery at Fuget, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PH Wed.2-28-1990
FAIRCHILD, Jessie
1898-1990
Retired miner, Jessie "Bo Bo" Fairchild, 92, died Saturday, February 24, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Fairchild was born January 30, 1898 in Johnson County, the son of John A. and Pearlie Collins Fairchild. He was a member of Rockhouse Freewill Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gracie Fairchild, in January 1985. Surviving are nine sons, John, Hobart, Jessie, Ernest, Ivan and Willie, all of Staffordsville, Demis and Irvin, both of Barnetts Creek, and Buford, of Columbus, Ohio; five daughters, Shirley Hill and Dolly Pennington, both of Staffordsville, Jean Blanton, of West Liberty, and Anna Mae McGee and Zella Cochran, both of Phoenix, Arizona; three sisters, June Chaffins, Alka Ratliff and Rosie Fairchild, all of Staffordsville; and 44 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, February 26, in Rockhouse Freewill Baptist Church, with Richard Williams and Donald Ray Caudill officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Barnetts Creek, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 28, 1990
FERGUSON, William H.
1907-1990
William H. (Bill) Ferguson, 82, died Wednesday, February 28, in V.A. Hospital, Lexington. Mr. Ferguson was born August 27, 1907 in Johnson County, the son of Elder Thurman and Cynthia Hall Ferguson. He was a veteran of World War II. He was preceded in death by is wife, Beulah Litteral Ferguson, in 1972. Surviving are one brother, Elder B. C. Ferguson, of Paintsville; and one sister, Ann Hamilton, of River Rouge, Michigan. Funeral services were held Sunday, March 4, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Elders J. T. Bailey and Paul E. Keaton officiating. Burial was in Kirby Flats Cemetery at Ashland. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MARCH 7, 1990
FITCH, Sam
1909-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Sam Fitch, 80. Mr. Fitch was born August 30, 1909 in Johnson County, the son of Isadore and Fannie Cooper Fitch. He was a retired, self-employed painter. Surviving are one daughter, Janie Hitcock of Paintsville; one brother, Norman Fitch, of Ypsilanti, Michigan; three sisters, Ruby Wells, of Tutor Key, Ruth Meade, of Ash- land, and Sebra Caudill, of Ohio; and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 21, at 10 a.m., in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel with Don Fraley Officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 02-21-1990
HACKWORTH, Fannie (Dotson)
1911-1990
Fannie Mae Hackworth, 78, died Monday, February 12, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Hackworth was born September 30, 1911 in Johnson County, the daughter of Richard and Cynthia Ellen Dotson. She was a member of Riceville Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Dewey Hackworth; three sons, Roger, Ronnie and John Hackworth, all of Riceville; six daughters, Gwendolyn Webb, of Oil Springs, Ohio, Bonnie Joe WIlliams, of Newport News, Virginia, Betty Lou Caudill, of Plymouth, Ohio, Avanell Fitzgerald, of Huber Heights, Ohio, Laura Ellen Salyer, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, and Christine Caudill, of Upper Sandusky, Ohio; 26 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 15, in Riceville Freewill Baptist Church, with David Castle and Herbert Arms officiating. Burial was in Caudill Cemetery at Riceville, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 21, 1990
JONES, Ova D.
1910-1990
East Point resident, Ova Dexter Jones, 79, died Saturday, February 3, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Jones was born July 16, 1910 in Johnson County, the daughter of Elmer and Flora Francis McKezie Jones. He was retired from Maggard's and Joseph. Surviving are his wife, Lucy Blair Jones; two daughters, Flora Cantrell, of Hager Hill, and Sylvia Cantrell, of West Van Lear; three sisters, Emma Shell, of Springfield, Ohio, Deloris Varner, of Flint, Michigan, and Virginia Salyers, of Swartz Creek, Michigan; and six grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, February 6, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Clarence LeMaster and Kenny Collins officiating. Burial was in Cumbo Cemetery at West Van Lear. PH Wed. 2-07-1990
MCANDREWS, Harvey G.
1904-1990
Retired engineer Harvey G. McAndrews, 85, died Thursday, February 22, in Bradford Manor Nursing Home, Frankfort. Mr. McAndrews was born June 17, 1904 in Ventor, Iowa, the son of Jim and Nellie McAndrews. He was a member of the Christian Church. Surviving are his wife, Madge Salyer McAndrews; two daughters, Jean Hildebrandt, of Vermont, and Mary Ann Crist, of Colorado; one sister, Harriet James, of Ventor; and four grandchildren. Funeral services wer held Saturday, February 24, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Elder John Red Pelphrey officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville. PH- Wed 2-28-1990
MCKENZIE, Clifford
1917-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Clifford McKenzie, 72. Mr. McKenzie was born April 17, 1917 in Floyd County, the son of Germ and Mary Boyd McKenzie. He was a retired miner, a member of the Freewill Baptist Church and th East Point Masonic Lodge 657 F&AM. Surviving are his wife, Irene Webb McKenzie; two daughters, Suva Music and Elvina Combs; one brother, Claude McKenzie, of Auxier, three sisters, Christine McKenzie, of Auxier, Beatrice Webb, of Hager Hill, and Alene Isaacs, of Prestonbsubrg; and three grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. Masonic services were conducted by the East Point Lodge on Tuesday evening. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, February 28, at 1 p.m., in Auxier Freewill Baptist Church, with Roger Music, Clifford Austin and Douglas Burkett officating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 28, 1990
MCKENZIE, William H.
1912-1990
William H.(Will Hen) McKenzie, 77, died Friday, February 16, in Humana Hospital. Mr. McKenzie was born Decmeber 6, 1912 in Paintsville, the son of Jethro and Tora McKenzie. He was employed by Kilgore Compay and a Disabled American Veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dixie McKenzie. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, February 19, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick Vanhoose officiating. Burial was in Blanton Cemetery at Volga. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESAY FEBRUARY 21, 1990
MINIX, Ralph
1930-1990
Ralph Minix, 59, died Sunday, February 4, in his Paintsville home. Mr. Minix was born November 28, 1930, in Magoffin County, the son of Kim and Doris Minix. He was retired from the coal industry. Surviving are his wife, Wanda Minix; four sons, Tim, of Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Ryan of Paintsville, Barry, of Ohio, and Chris, of Oklahoma; one brother, Cecil, of Dearbourne, Michigan; and three sisters, Dora Dyer of Alger, Ohio, Ora Lee Cole, of Harrod, Ohio, and Charlotte Johnson of Sublett. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 8, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Donald Heager officiating. Burial was in the Minix Family Cemetery at Carver. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 14, February 1990
MOLLETT, Linda (Ward)
1940-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Linda Lou Mollett, 50, died Saturday, February 24, in Springfield, Ohio. Mrs. Mollett was born January 17, 1940 in Johnson County, the daughter of Oakley and Ethel Wheeler Ward. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Louisa. Surviving are her husband, William Granville Mollett; one son, Oakley Allen Mollett of Tomahawk; two daughters, Linda Sue Castle of Springfield, Ohio, and Sandra Lynn Speakman of Tomahawk; two brothers, L. C. Ward of River, and Jack Ward of West Van Lear; two sisters, Bonnie Castle of Paintsville, and Sandra Jean Pack of River; and Eight grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and one step-great grandchild. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 27, at the residence of Allen Mollett, with Brother Walter Adams officiating. Burial was at Mollett Cemetery at Tomahawk, with Preston Funeral home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 7, March 1990
MUNCY, Dixie (Muncy)
1907-1990
Dixie Muncy, 82, died Friday, February 16, in Phelps Community Medical Center. Mrs. Muncy was born December 18, 1907 in Johnson county, the daughter of Clint and Lydia Meek Muncy. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Muncy, in 1974. Funeral services were held February, 19, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Charles Stapleton and Don Fraley officiating. Burial was in Meek Cemetery at Boons Camp. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 28, February 1990
O'BRYAN, Alonzo
1910-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in Charge of arrangements for Alonzo O'Bryan, 79. Mr. O'Bryan was born November 5, 1910 in Johnson County, the son of James Valentine and Sarah Belle Pennington O'Bryan. He was a retired miner. Surviving are four sisters, Roberta Preston, of West Van Lear, Faye Holbrook and Lora Alice LeMaster, both of Hager Hill, and Bertha Daniel, of Hobart, Indiana. Funeral services were held Sunday, February 4, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Clarence LeMaster officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2-07-1990
PHILLIPS, Gustava (Daniel)
1898-1990
Nippa resident, Gustava Phillips, 91, died Sunday, Februaryy 4, in Riverview Manor Nursing Home. Ms. Phillips was August 16, 1898 in Johnson County, the daughter of Luther and Savilla Preston Daniel. She was a member of River United Baptist Church. Surviving are four sons, Luther VanHoose, of River, Bernard Price, of Lawton, Oklahoma, Homer Price, of Dayton, Ohio, and Bill Price, of Bellbrook, Ohio; one daughter, Roberta Butcher, of Van Lear; five sisters, Mary Meek and Goldie Castle, both of River, and Amanda Stapleton, Roberta VanHoose and Gladys Castle, all of Tutor Key; and 17 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and two great- great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 7, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Londis Meek and Venny VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Price Cemetery at River. Pallbearers were Paul David Butcher, Richard Dean Butcher, Ricky Price, Charles Warren VanHoose, David VanHoose, Johnny VanHoose and Roger VanHoose. Paintsville Herald Wednesday February 14, 1990
RATLIFF, Gilbert Leslie
1915-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Gilbert Leslie Ratliff, 74. Mr. Ratliff was born October 27, 1915 in Johnson County, the son of Sam and Dessie Cline Ratliff. He was a disbabled miner. Surviving are his wife, Wanda Belle Parsons Ratliff; one son, Dwight Ratliff, of Whitehouse; one daughter, Diane Lynn Welch, of Speedwell, Tennessee; one brother, Sam Ratliff Jr., of Delbarton, West Virginia; four sisters, Estella Blessing, of Paintsville, Louella Branham, of West Van Lear, Juanita Adams, of Russell, and Betty Jo Johnson, of Madisonville; and three grandsons. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 8, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Frank Osborne officiating. Burial was in Ratliff Cemetery at Whitehouse. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 14, 1990
REFFETT, Zack
1905-1990
Hager Hill resident, Zack Refett, 84, died Wednesday, February 21, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Reffett was born December 22, 1905 in Johnson County, the son of Turner and Mary Jane Reffett. He was a retired equipment operator and member of Southside Freewill Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kitty Reffett. Surviving are two sons, Paul, of West Van Lear, and Don, of Van Lear; four daughters, Linda Reffett, of Hager Hill, Carol Spradlin, of Denver, Joyce Powers, of Wittensville, and Mary Ann Palmer, of Cleveland; and 15 grandchildren and 13 great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, February 23, in Southside Freewill Baptist Church, with Edward J. Young officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Hager Hill, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday February 28, 1990
RICE, Mildred (Stapleton)
1915-1990
Paintsville Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Mildred Stapleton Rice, 74. Mrs. Rice was born October 2, 1915 in Johnson County, the daughter of Dora and Minnie Wheeler Stapleton. She was a member of the United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orville Rice, in 1982. Surviving are one half brother; Eugene Stapleton, of Ashland; one sister, Lois Skaggs, of Blaine; and one half sister, Sarah Jackson, of Ashland. Funeral services were held Tuesday, February 27, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Elders J.T. Bailey, Ed "Buster" Blanton and Scottie Williams officiating. Burial was in Salyers Cemetery at Flat Gap. Paintsville Herald Wednesday February 28, 1990
SADLER, Ruby (Ratliff)
1929-1990
Ruby Ratliff Sadler, 60, died Friday, February 2, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Sadler was born March 5, 1929 in Johnson County, the daughter of Earl and Ethel Taylor VanHoose. She was a member of Rockhouse Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Topsy Ratliff, in 1970, and Victor Sadler, in 1979. Surviving are six sons, Topsy and Clark both of Denver, Earl, of Hager Hill, Hollie, of Flat Gap, Lawrence, of Tutor Key, and Andy, of Blaine; six stepsons, Add and Bub Ratliff, both of Urbana, Ohio, Jay Rattiff, of New York City, New York, Victor Sadler, of Lima, Ohio, Mike Sadler, and Phillip Rattiff; four daughters, Martha Castle, of Denver, Mary Pennmgton and Rut Ann Sadler, both of Van Lear, and Ollie Southern, of Meally; six stepdaughters, Hallie Thacher, of Urbana, Dixie Blair, Dicie VanHoose and Ella Ratliff, all of Denver, Pauline Blevins, of Oil Springs, and Maline Sadler, of Columbus, Ohio; four brothers, Lifis VanHoose, of Denver, and Virgil VanHoose, Harry VanHoose and Jame VanHoose, all of Thealka; six sisters, Ella Mae Ratliff of Denver, Virgie Kimbler of Paintsville, Nellie Lyons, of Marion, Ohio, Betty Jeffery, of St. Albans, West Virginia, Maxiene VanHoose, of Kenova, West Virginia, and Christine Clark, of Thealka; and 17 grandchildren, 34 great- grandchildren. FUneral services were held Monday, February 5, in Tom's Creek Freewill Baptist Church, with James Kelly Caudill and Don Fraley officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, with Jones- Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Feb.14 1990
SPEARS, Loretta (Castle)
1946-1990
Loretta Rose Spears, 43, died Thursday, February 1, in Shelby, Ohio. Mrs. Spears was born May 16, 1946 in Floyd County, the daughter of Hollie Castle and Goldie Harry. Surviving are her mother; her husband, Pearl Spears; four sons, Bobby Spears, Greg Spears, Paul Spears, and James Michael Maynard, all of Shelby; one daughter, Nadine Arms, of Shelby; four sisters, Eddis Spears, of Paintsville, Ann Shepard, of Hueysville, Net Home, of Sisters, Indiana, and Faye Robinson, of Shelby; and one grandchild. Funeral services were held Monday, February 5, in Riceville Freewill Baptist Church, with Revs. Jim Bornert and Melvin Blanton officiating. Burial was in Spears Family Cemetery at Riceville, with Hall Funeral Home of Martin in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday February 07, 1990
STAMBAUGH, James R.
1916-1990
Retired truck driver, James R. Stambaugh, 74, died Wednesday, Feruary 28, in Central Baptist Hospital. Mr. Stambaugh was born January 9,1916 in Johnson County, the son of Garfield and Louisa Akers Stambaugh. He was employed by Texaco Oil Company. Surviving are his wife, Herma Preston Stambaugh; one stepson, Michael C. Preston; one brother, Lowell G. Stambaugh, of Paintsville; and three sisters, Lucy VanHoose, Rhua Daniel and Gladys Roberts, all of Paintsville. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 3, in Baker Branch Freewill Baptist Church, with Benny Taylor and Venny VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Clay Cemetery, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 07, 1990
STEELE, Joe Jr.
1928-1990
Joe Steele Jr., 62, died Wednesday, February 21, at his Wheelersburg, Ohio home. Mr. Steele was born February 8, 1928 at Offutt, the son of Joseph and Sarah Meek Steele. He was an Army Korean War veteran, a retired car repairman for the N&W Railroad and was of the Baptist faith. Surviving are his wife, Bonnie Lee Price Steele; three sons, Joe Steele III and Mark Steele, both of Wheelersburg, and Perry Steele, of South Shore; three daughters, Rebecca Browning and Robin Armstrong, both of Wheelersburg, and Darlene Queen, of Portsmouth, Ohio; one brother, Russell Steele, of Portsmouth, three sisters, Minnie Samons, of Stevens Branch, Cyntha-mae Litton, of Curtis, Ohio, and Betty Litton, of Toledo, Ohio; and 15 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, February 24, at the Harrison Funeral Home, with Rev. John Baker officiating. Burial was in Junior Furnace Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 14, 1990
TACKETT, Richard
1917-1990
Retired miner, Richard Tackett, 72, died Friday, February 2, in his Hager Hill home. Mr. Tackett was born July 25, 1917 in Floyd County, the son of Rile and Fanny Tackett. He was preceded in death by his wife, Myrtle Marie Tackett. Surviving are four sons, Harold, of Hager Hill, Roy, of Riceville, Jimmy, of Staffordsville, and Edward, of Lima, Ohio; two daughters, Ruth Spencer, of Hager Hill, and Janice Francis, of Paintsville; three brothers, Lonnie, of Arizona, Archie, of Portsmouth, Ohio, and Andrew, of Warsaw, Indiana; and 23 grandchildren and 18 great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, February 4, in Riceville Freewill Baptist Church, with David K. Castle officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday February 07, 1990.
WARD, Dewey
1920-1990
Paintsville resident, Dewey Ward, 69, died Sunday, February 18, in his home. Mr. Ward was born March 7, 1920, the son of Bud and Susan Meadows Ward. He was a painter/carpenter. Surviving are one daughter, Billie Joe Cantrell, of Cleveland, Ohio; and 24 nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, February 21, at 1 p.m., in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Eugene Stambaugh officiating. Burial will be in Staniford Cemetery at Sitka. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Feb.21 1990
WARD, Lula (VanHoose)
1906-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Lula Ward, died Friday, February 2, in Miamisburg, Ohio. Mrs. Ward was born April 6, 1906 in Johnson County, the daughter of James Lee and Ida Bella Bush VanHoose. She was a member of Tom's Creek United Baptist Church. She was prededed in death by her husband, Virgil Ward, in April 1984. Surviving are two daughters, Dorothy Sturgill Limburg, of Miamisburg, and Alice Jewell Smith, of Vinegrove. Funeral services were held Monday, February 5, in Tom's Creek United Baptist Church, with Charles Price, Bruce Howard and LaFrance Rigsby officiating. Burial was in Davidson Memorial Garden, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday February 14, 1990
WILLIAMS, Floyd Jr.
1925-1990
Funeral services were held Saturday, February 24, for Floyd Williams Jr., 64. Mr. Williams was born July 22, 1925 in Johnson County, the son of Floyd Sr. and Elilabeth Meade Williams. He was a resident of St. Petersburg, Florida and a member of Collisia Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Margaret D. Williams; one son, Phillip Williams, of Columbus, Ohio; two daughters, Debbie Conley and Diane Collins, both of Columbus; five sisters, Joy McCarty, of Hager Hill, Hazel McCarty, of Oil Springs, Mabel Newmiller and Wanda Stapleton, both of Mt. Sterling, Ohio, and Florence Rhodes, of Columbus; and three grandchildren. Officiating at services in Collisia Freewill Baptist Church were Harold Conley and Bruce Daniel. Burial was in Litteral Cemetery at Oil Springs, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Feb-28-1990
MARCH - 1990
BLAIR, Bertie Mae (Adams)
1938-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for Bertie Mae Blair, 52. Mrs. Blair was born February 21, 1938 in Johnson County, the daughter of Smith and Mary Alice Cantrel Adams. She was a retired L.P.N. from the Paintsvillc Hospital. Surviving are her husband, Kelly Blair, five brothers, Billie, Cecil and Mance Adams, all of West Van Lear, Charles Adams, of Sitka, and Smith Adams Jr., of BrookPark, Ohio: and one sister, Mollie F. Warden, of West Carlton, Ohio. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, March 7, at 1 p.m., in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with John Pelphrey officiating. Burial will be in Johnson County Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Mar.07 1990
BLAIR, Ivel
1990
Former Johnson County resident, Ival Blair, 75, died Sunday, March 11, in Sunbury, Ohio. Mrs Blair was born in Johnson County. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Blair, in 1978. Surviving are two sons, Henry Blair, of Inverness, Florida, and Gary Blair, of Centersburg, Ohio; two daughters, Patricia A. Spencer, of Seminole, Florida, and Regina McGlothin, of Galena, Ohio; and 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, March 16, at 11 a.m., in Jones- Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Bruce Daniels officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Mar.14 1990
BLAIR, James Harrison
1925-1990
Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 28, for James Harrison Blair, 64. Mr Blair was born October 15, 1925 in Johnson County, the son of Lis and Lucy Baldwin Blair. He was a retired miner/carpenter and a member of Jenny's Creek United Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife. Almeda May Blair; one son, James Harold Blair, of Denver; three daughters, Anna Prudence Cochran, of Denver, Velma Lou May, of Leander, and Marilyn Sue Collett, of Rey noldsburg, Ohio; two brothers, Burlin Blair, of Denver, and Dennis Blair, of Van Lear; two sisters, Arlene Castle and Fanny May, both of Paintsville; and eight grandchildren. Officiating at services in Jenny's Creek United Baptist Church were Elders Virgil Howard, Gene May, James Denny Spradlin and Danny Williams. Burial was in James H. Blair Cemetery at Denver, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Mar.07 1990
BLEVINS, Clara (Adams)
1901-1990
Staffordsville resident, Clara Blevins, 88, died Sunday, March 4, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Blevins was born May 7, 1901 in Johnson County, the daughter of Willie and Laura Blanton Adams. She was preceded in death by her husband, Smith Blevins, in 1973. Surviving are one son, Chalmer Blevins, of Staffordsville; one daughter Phyilis Ford, of Staffordsville; and six grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, March 7, at 2:30 p.m. in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with James Kelly Caudill and Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Mar.07 1990
BURCHETT, Carma
1903-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements for Carma Burchett, 87. Mrs. Burchett was born January 24, 1903 in Johnson County. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Burchett, in 1963. Surviving are one daughter, Loretta Daniel, of Tampa, Florida; one brother, Hershell VanHoose, of Wittensville; and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 30, in Tom's Creek Freewill Baptist Church, with Dan Patrick and Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 28, 1990
CRISLIP, Walter
1904-1990
Walter Crislip Funeral services were held, Saturday, March 10, for Waller Crslip, 84. Mr. Crislip was born May 6, 1904 in Johnson County, the son George B. and Phoeba Kimbler Crislip. He was a retired miner and member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Thelma Lemaster Crislip; one son, William Walter Crislip, of Nippa; two stepsons. Bill Picklesimer, of Silka, and Arthur Picklesimer, of Hillard, Ohio, two sisters, Ruby Caudill, of Silka, and Alpha Crislip, of Cattlettsburg, and two grandchildren. Officiating at services in Kertz Enterprise Baptist Church were Bruce Daniel, Lindsey Meade and John Hopson. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial Cemetery with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Mar.14 1990
DANIEL, Dora (Skaggs)
1899-1990
Paintsville Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Dora Fyffee Daniel, 90. Mrs. Daniel was born in November 23, 1899 in Johnson County, the daughter of W.B. and Leota Barker Skaggs. She was a member of the Enterprise Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Alma Fyffee and Wallace Daniel. Surviving are one son, Vinson Daniel, of Toledo, Ohio; two daughters, Melda Fyffee Kunkle, of Dayton, Ohio, and Polly Fyffee Davis, of Bradenton, Florida, and nine grand- children, 18 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday March 11, in Point Pleasant Enterprise Baptist Church. Flat Gap, with Revs. Elmer Burchwell and Paul Preston officiating. Burial was in Church Cemetery at Flat Gap. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday March 14 1990
DAVIS, James A.
1971-1990
James A. Davis II, 19, died Sunday, March 25. Mr. Davis was born March 11, 1971 in Johnson County, the son of James A. and Brenda Powers Davis. Surviving are his parents; two brothers, Aaron, and Eric, both of East Point; his paternal grandparents, Bill and Betty Davis, of Hager Hill. Funeral services will be held, today, Wednesday, March 28, at 1p.m., in Jones- Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 3-28-1990
EVANS, Mary (Sparks)
1902-1990
Red Bush resident, Mary Ellen Evans, 87, died Thursday, March 15, in J.J. Jordan Geriatic Center. Mrs. Evans was born September 29, 1902 in Lawrence County, the daughter of Cannie and Clista Ramey Sparks. She was a member of Point Pleasant Enterprise Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Proctor Evans, in 1973. Surviving are four sons, Ferrell Evans, of Flat Gap, Ellis Evans, of Louisa, and Elwood and Paul Evans, both of Columbus, Ohio; two daughters, Della Collier, of Martha, and Joy Wheeler, of Fairborn, Ohio; two sisters, Della Collier, of Martha, and Gladys Skaggs, of Columbus; and 14 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, March 18, in Point Pleasant Enterprise Baptist Church, with Willard Bailey, Paul Keaton and John Pelphrey officiating. Burial was in Skaggstown Cemetery at Flat Gap, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MARCH 21, 1990
FITZPATRICK, Normal
1909-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Normal Fitzpatrick, 80. Mr. Fitzpatrick was born June 22, 1909 in Johnson County, the son of Albert and Sis Estep Fitzpatrick. He was a retired janitor from the Johnson County Board of Education. He was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine May Fitzpatrick, in 1985. Surviving are two stepdaughters, Betty Caudill, of Leander, and Doris Trimble, of Ashland; and nine stepgranchildren and 17 stepgreat- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, February 27, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Melvin Blanton officiating. Burial was in Fitzpatrick Cemetery at Leander. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 03-07-1990
FRANKLIN, Walker Jr.
1924-1990
Staffordsville resident, Walker Franklin Jr. 65, died Tuesday, March 20, in Central Baptist Hospital, Lexington. Mr. Franklin was born April 6, 1924 in Johnson County, the son of Walker and Bertha Osborne Fran- klin. He was employed by Ashland Oil as a crude oil handler. Surviving are his wife, Imalee Evans Franklin; two sons, Linville, of Dayton, Ohio, and Eddie, of Prestonsburg; one sister, Juanita Evans, of Keaton; and three grand- children. Funeral services were held Friday, March 23, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Williard Bailey, Paul E. Keaton and John Pelphrey offici- ating. Burial was in Skaggstown Cemetery. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 03-20-1990
FRAZIER, Squire
1913-1990
Squire "Tommy" Frazier, 76, died Sunday, March 11, in Springfield, Ohio. Mr. Frazier was born August 10, 1913 in Johnson County, the son of James and Margaret Salyer Frazier. He was retired from Southwestern Cement Plant and a member of the Oil Springs United Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Maxie Baldwin Frazier; one son, Carroll Frazier, of Fairborn, Ohio; one sister, Madge Henry, of Springfield, Ohio; serveral nieces and nephews; and three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, March 14, at 10 a.m. in Austin-Richards-Raff Me- morial Home, Springfield. Burial will be in Glenn Haven Memorial Gardens. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 03-14-1990
GOODMAN, Evelyn (Collins)
1990
Evelyn Elizabeth Goodman, 62, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, died Tuesday, March 20, in Joseph's Hospital, Lancaster. Mrs. Goodman, was born in Johnson County. She was a member of the ladies auxiliary of B.P.O.E. Lodge No. 1454, Freehold, New Jersey. Surviving are her husband, Joseph; four daughters, Vicki DeVico, of Aberdeen, New Jersey, Diana Meehan, of Matawan, New Jersey, Donna Salin, of Toms River, New Jersey, and Bonnie G. DeAngelis, of Freehold, New Jersey; six brothers, Denman and Jesse Collins, both of Van Lear, Columbus, and Harold Collins, both of Taylor, Michigan, James Collins, of Lakewood, New Jersey, and Colbert Collins, of Howell, New Jersey; one sister, Verdie Mollette of Milan, Michigan; and eight grandchildren. Funeral services were held March 24, at Higgins Memorial Home, with Rev. Douglas Mollette officiating. Burial was in Maplewood Cemetery at Freehold. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday March 28 1990
GRIMM, Gladys (Cordial)
1917-1990
Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, March 21, at 11a.m. in Jones- Preston Funeral Home, for Gladys Cordial Grimm, 73. Mrs. Grimm was born February 2, 1917 in Ashland, the daughter of Thomas and Minnie Isaac Cordial. She was a member of the United Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Johnnie Grimm Sr; two sons, Thomas Grimm and Johnnie Grimm, both of Prestonsburg; two daughters, Thelma Horn, of Prestonsburg, and Loretta Harmon, of Oil Springs; two sisters, Thelma Dennis of Ashland, and Faye Cole, of Ranchomirge, California; and 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Officiating at services will be Charles Selvage, Wallace Calhoon, Arcy Lewis and Hezzie Salmons. Burial will be in Foster Grimm Cemetery at Lowmansville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday March 21 1990
HAMILTON, Bernice (Parsons)
1990
Graveside services were held Thursday, May 16, for Bernice Hamilton, 62. Mrs. Hamilton was born in Johnson County, the daughter of Pearl Parsons of Whitehouse. Surviving are her mother, her husband, Ervin Hamilton; four sons, Jerry Brown, of Vine Grove, Ervin Hamilton Jr., of San Diego, California, James Hamilton, of San Antonio, Texas and Randy Hamilton, of Elsgin Air Force Base, Florida; one daughter, Debbie Wilson, of Rhode Island; and two half brothers, Don Parsons, of Whitehouse, and Edsel Rowland, of Ohio. Officiating at services at the Tom Wilson Cemetery, Boons Camp, was J.M. Scott. Fraley and Son Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 30, 1990
JARVIS, Louise (Fields)
1903-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Louise Fields Jarvis, 86. Mrs. Jarvis was born December 2, 1903 in Johnson County, the daughter of Robert and Minnie Sublett Fields. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Jarvis, in 1987. Surviving are one son, James Robert Jarvis, of Sitka; one daughter, Mary Evelyn McKenzie; and three grandchildren and five great- granchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, March 16, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Hondel Adams officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday March 21 1990
JENKINS, Jimmie Lee
1944-1990
Jimme Lee Jenkins Sr., 45, died Saturday, March 10, at his residence. Mr. Jenkins was born May 21, 1944 in Boyd County, the son of Samuel Lee and Versie Adams Jenkins. He was a retired construction worker. Surviving are his wife, Audrey Cantrell Jenkins; four sons, Jimmy, Ricky and Samuel Jenkins, all of Fuget, and Roy Jenkins, of Columbus, Ohio; one stepdaughter, Glenda Lafferty, of Van Lear; one sister, Ethel Mertz, of Columbus, and three grandchildren and four stepgrandchildren. Funeral Services were held Tuesday, March 13, in Cold Springs United Baptist Church, with Elders Eual McKenzie, Eulas Adams and Lonnie Terry officiating. Burial was in Cantrell Cemetery at Fuget, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday March 14 1990
JONES, Ronald D.
1947-1990
Ronald Dean Jones, 42, died Tuesday, March 6. Mr. Jones was born June 8, 1947 in Johnson County, the son of Howard and Reva Slone Jones. He was employed by R.J. Roofing. Surviving are his wife, Bertha Mae Jones; one son, Carl Dean Jones, of Van Lear; one stepson, John S. Ritchie Jr., of Hindman; one daughter, Rhonda Renee Jones, of West Van Lear; one stepdaughter, Donna Jean Ward, of Paintsville; one brother, Howard Jones, of Boons Camp; and four grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, March 8, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chaple, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Jones Cemetery at Flat Gap. PH Wed. 3-14-1990
KING, John M.
1911-1990
Former Johnson County resident John M. King, 78, died Friday, March 9, in Columbus, Ohio. Mr. King was born December 10, 1911 in Johnson County, the son of Henry M. and Rebecca Curtis King. He was a retired farmer, a veteran of World War II and a member of Enterprise Baptist Church ai Flat Gap. He was preceded in death by his wife, Goldie M. Curtis King, in 1986. Surviving are six sons, James, of Burgin, Johnny, of Sunbury, Ohio, David, of Starky, Florida, Paul and Joseph, both of Magnetic Springs, Ohio, and Sam, of Pikeville; three daughters, Mary Jordon, of Martha, and Martha Whitt and Delihah Holbrook, both of Marysville, Ohio; one sister Pollie Conley, Fuget, and 2o grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 13, in Ingram Funeral Home, Marysville, with Revs Jay Jordon, Ken Pattin and Roger Ross officiating. Burial was in Sunbury Cemetery Paintsville Herald Wednesday Mar.14 1990
KING, Wallace
1919-1990
Retired merchant, Wallace Woodrow King, 70, died Thursday, March 15, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. King was born March 18, 1919 in johnson County, the son of James and Martha Castle King. He was a member of the First Methodist Church and was the Can Lear city clerk in 1958. Surviving are his wife, Mary Frances Fairchild King; two sons, Wallace King Jr., of Charlotte, South Carolina, and Frederick King, of Columbus, Ohio; two stepdaughters, Sandra Lindsey, of Louisville, and Karen Fessler, of Grove City, Ohio; one brother, Estill James King of Washington, D.C.; two sisters, Louise Kretzer, of Van Lear, and Eva Lee Trimble, of Columbus; and nine stepgrandchildren and seven stepgreat- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, March 18, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with J.M. Scott officiating. Burial was in Lakeview Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville. PH Wed. 3-21-1990
MCANDREWS, Madge (Salyer)
1919-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Madge M. McAndrews, 70. Mrs. McAndrews was born August 7, 1919 in Johnson County, the daughter of Fonzo and Lula Blair Salyer. She ws a member of Highlands Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey McAndrews, in February 1990. Surviving are one sister, Dorothy Bellar, of Staffordsville. Funeral services were held Sunday, March 25, in Barnetts Creek United Baptist Church, with Elder John Red Pelphrey officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial Cemetery. PH Wed 3-28-1990
MOLLETT, Nancy (Moore)
1904-1990
Boons Camp resident, Nancy Barton Mollett, 86, died Wednesday, March 28, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Mollett was born March 1, 1904 in Greenup County, the daughter of Henry and Madge Brown Moore. She was a member of Meally Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Greenville Barton, in June 1950. Surviving are three sons, Howard Barton, of Tallmadge, Ohio, Eugene Barton of Akron, Ohio, and Carl Barton of Melvindale, Michigan; three daughters, Ida Butcher, of Boons Camp, Maudie Fannin of Meally, and Menzie Fannin of Tomahawk; and 31 grandchildren and 47 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 31, in Tomahawk Church of Christ, with Arvil Short officiating. Burial was in Barton Family Cemetery at Spring Knob in Martin County, with Jones- Preston Funeral home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 28, March 1990
PELPHREY, Frank
1913-1990
Frank Pelphrey, 76, died Sunday, March 4, in Wabash, Indiana. Mr. Pelphrey was born November 22, 1913 in Kentucky, the son of Willie and Hattie Marie VanHoose Pelphrey. He was a former employee of the city of Wabash and the Treaty Sawmill and a member of Eire Street Freewill Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sophia Hooks Pelphrey, one sister and three brothers. Surviving are one brother, Richard Pelphrey, of Wabash. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, March 7, at 10 a.m., in Erie Street Freewill Baptist Church, with Revs. Bobby Webb and Cledis Holbrook officiating. Burial will be in Friends Cemetery, with Gradstaff-Hentgen-Miner Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MARCH 07, 1990
PENIX, James
1990
James Penix Retired miner, James Penix, 99, died Sunday, March 4, in Dettmer Hospital, Troy, Ohio. Mrs. Penix was born October 29, 1990 {?} in Johnson County, the son of Dixie Lee and Mary Mollett Penix. He was a member of Williamsport United Baptist Church, a World War II veteran and member of the V.F.W. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Belle Ward Penix, in April 1977. Surviving are one son, Mermon Penix, of Daniels Creek; one step-son, Clyde Boyd, of Johnson County; one daughter, Sophia Travis; one sister, Fannie Sammons, of Dayton, Ohio; and 14 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, March 7, at 10:30 a.m., in Jones- Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Shaddie Lee Walters officiating. Burial will be in Penix Family Cemetery at Williamsport. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MARCH 07, 1990
RAMEY, Maxie (Wells)
1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Maxie Ramey, 88. Mrs. Ramey was born in Johnson County, the daughter of Hiram Brownlow and Cynthia Collins Wells. She was a memeber of the Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Ramey, in 1962. Surviving are five sons, H.B. Ramey, of West Van Lear, Charles Ramey, of Harrison, Ohio, William Ramey, of Taylor, Michigan, James Ramey, of Sierra Vista, Arizona, and one daughter, Mae Webb, of Taylor. Funeral services were held Friday, March 9, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Jerry Scott officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 14, 1990
RATLIFF, Arnold A.
1921-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Arnold A. Ratliff, 68, died Saturday, March 31, in Springfield, Ohio. Mr. Ratliff was born October 14, 1921 at Denver, the son of Lonnie and Maudie Spradlin Ratliff. A World War II Army veteran, he was a retired machinist for the Thompson Grinder Company in Springfield and attended the Hickory Grove United Baptist Church in Mechanicsburg, Ohio. He was preceded in death by one son, Marvin Ray Ratliff, one daughter, Donna Jean Ratliff, four brothers, Worth, Harmon, Orville and Marvin Ratliff, and one sister, Beatie Blair. Surviving are his wife, Arlene Baldwin; and one daughter, Mary Burnett, of New Carlisle, Ohio; one daughter-in-law, Bonnie Lou Ratliff, of Jamestown, Ohio; one sister, Eva Ward, of Vanlue, Ohio; six grandchildren and one great-grandson. Funeral services wre held Wednesday, April 4, in the Hickory Grove United Baptist Church. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 11, 1990
RATLIFF, Frank
1921-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Frank A. Ratliff, 68, died Monday, March 26, in Urbana, Ohio. Mr. Ratliff was born May 3, 1921 in Johnson County, the son of Topsy and Leona Fairchild Ratliff. He was a coal miner. Surviving are his wife, Julia Salyer Ratliff; two sons, Don, in the U.S. Navy, and S.E., of Cable, Ohio; three daughters, Emma Hoy, of Flat Gap, Deana Knowles, of Urbana, and Robin Blizzard, of Daytona Beach, Florida; eight brothers, J .C. of Topeka, Indiana, Bud, of Urbana, Topsy and Clark, both of Denver, Earl, of Hager Hill, Hollie, of Flat Gap, Andy, of Blaine, and Lawrence, of Tutor Key; and eight sisters, Hattie Thacker and Dixie Blair, both of Urbana, Dicie Blair, Ella Ratliff, Martha Castle and Ruth Ann Sadler, all of Denver, Ollie Southern, of Meally, and Mary Pennington, of Van Lear. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 29, in Jones Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Melvin Blanton and Freddie Salyer officiating. Burial will be in the family cemetery at Denver. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MARCH 28, 1990
SALYERS, Glen
1916-1990
Glen Salyers, 74, died Thursday, March 29, in Pikeville Methodist Hospital. Mr. Salyers was born March 24, 1916 in Johnson County, the son of Sol and Stella Helton Salyers. Surviving are three sisters, Anna Salyers, of Oil Springs, Ileene McClanaham, of Springfield, Ohio, and Lucy Snodgres, of New Carlisle, Ohio; and four nephews and two nieces. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 31, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 28, 1990
STAFFORD, Ruth (Burch)
1902-1990
Ruth Burch Stafford, 87, died Friday, March 2, in North Carolina. Mrs. Stafford was born October 14, 1902 in Carmargo, the daughter of David and Blaine Sheppard Burch. She was a former resident of Paintsville and a retired pastry chef. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry G. Stafford. Surviving are one son, Harry Gordon Stafford; and two daughters, Barbara Webb, of Columbia, South Carolina and Dorothy Reid, of Matthews, North Carolina. Funeral services were held Sunday, March 4, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Revs. Robert Benson and Martha Reid Smith officiating. Burial was in Stafford Cemetery at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 07, 1990
WELLS, Rollan D.
1921-1990
Van Lear resident, Rollan D. Wells, 69, died Saturday, March 10, in Paul B. Hall Regioal Medical Center. Mr. Wells was born January 15, 1921 in Johnson County, the son of Walker David Wells and Mary Branham. He was a laborer. Surviving are his wife, Ruth Bowling Wells; three sons, Dale, of Van Lear, James, of Wayne, Michigan, and Larry, of Indiana, Pennsylvania; two daughters, Brenda K. Wells, of Paintsville and Carol Yvonne May, of Indiana, Pennsylvania; one sister, Exer Cline, of Columbus, Ohio; and 12 grandchildren and five great- granchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 13, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Lee Music and Roger Music officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Van Lear. Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 14, 1990
WHEELER, Ada G.
1900-1990
Former Johnson County resident Ada G. Wheeler, 89, of Fairborn, Ohio, died Wednesday, March 21. Mrs. Wheeler was born October 3, 1900, in Paintsville, the daughter of Milton and Rebecca Griffith. She was a former teacher for the Johnson County system, a member of Fairborn Senior Citizens and attended the University Church of God. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Hershel Blair and Reggie Wheeler; two sons, Ernest Blair and Hershel Blair; two brothers; a sister; and a half brother. Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Bert D. and Jean Blair of Kenova, West Virginia; one daughter and son-in-law, Rebecca Lou and Lester Click of Fairborn; a half brother, Henry Howes of Memphis, Tennessee; a sister-in-law, Gladys Williams of Flat Gap; two half sisters, Mollie Milam and Iva Sparks, both of Ashland; six grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 24, in Burcham Funeral Home, Fairborn. Burial was in Fairfield Cemetery at Fairborn. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAR. 28, 1990
APRIL - 1990
BALDRIDGE,
Pearl (Conley)
1990
Retired real estate broker, Pearl Conley Baldridge, 93, died Friday, April 13, in Mountain Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Baldridge was born December 20, the daughter of Martin and Nancy Jane Spradlin Conley. She was a self-employed real estate broker in Tucson, Arizona and a member of the East Point Church of Christ. Surviving are one brother, Luther J. Conley, of Leander; one sissister, Juanita Ramey, of Paintsville, one grandson, Eddie Shuppe; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, April 16, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dave Flannery officiating. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.18 1990
BLAIR, Arbie
1906-1990
Arbie Blair, 84, died Monday, April 2, in Pikeville Methodist Hospital. Mr. Blair was born March 1,1906 in Magoffin County, the son of Acie and Pina Blair. He retired from the city of Paintsville where he worked with the city water and gas utilities company. Surviving are several nephews and nieces. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 5, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Levi Cantrell officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery in Paintsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.11 1990
BURKE, John
1928-1990
Paintsville Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for John C. Burke, 61. Mr. Burke was born August 9, 1928 in Johnson County, the son of Carl and Edna Welch Burke. He was employed by Kinnear Corp in Columbus, Ohio and was a veteran of the Korean War. Surviving are his wife, Virginia Preston Burke; one son, Charles C. Burke, of Columbus: two daughters, Matilda Mickey and Dianna Burke, both of Columbus; three brothers, Sam and Bill, both of Hager Hill, and Morris, of East Point; one sister, Ira Runyon, of Florida; and three grand children. Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 10, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Mathew Boyles officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.11 1990
CASTLE, Reva (Hazelett)
1913-1990
Reva Hazelett Castle, 77, died Monday, April 2, in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Mrs. Castle was born January 1, 1913 in Magoffin County, the daughter of Thomas and Hannah Collinsworth Hazelett. Surviving are her husband, Frank Castle; one daughter, Ruby Jewell Patton, of Ypsilanti; five brothers, Clyde and Thomas Hazelett Jr., both of Hager Hill, James Walker Hazelett, of Presionsburg,and Johnniec and Sam Hazelett, both of Ypsilanti; seven sisters, Ruth Centers and Eva Estep, both of Paintsville, Mattie Wright and Julia Swartz, both of Datona Beach, Florida, Fannie Ehrman, of Shelby, Ohio, Katherine Cantrell, of Mineral City, Ohio, and Sarah Ann Hazelett of Ft. Wayne, Indiana; and two grandchildren four great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, April 6, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with C. C. Hall officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.11 1990
CAUDILL, Stella (Williams)
1913-1990
Flat Gap resident, Stella Esta Caudill, 76, died Wednesday, April 18, at her home. Mrs. Caudill was born August 20, 1913 in Johnson County, the daughter of P. V. and Effie Price Williams. She was a retired post master. She was preceded in death by her husband, Estill Caudill, in 1972. Surviving are one son, Roger Caudill, of Flat Gap; one daughter, Betty Jo LeMaster, of Portsmouth, Ohio; one brother, Homer Williams of Louisa; two sisters, Ruby Maloy, of Waverly, Ohio, and Alka Boggs, of London, Ohio; and four grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturdy, April 21, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Harold Salyer officiating. Burial was in LeMaster Cemetery at Flat Gap. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 25, 1990
DIXON, Lillie (Conley)
1894-1990
Lillie Dixon, 96, died Monday, April 3, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Dixon was born February 9, 1894 in Johnson County, the daughter of John Milton and Mary Etta Woods Conley. She was a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rolla Dixon, in 1970. Surviving are one son, Garland Dixon, of Paintsville; two daughters, Dorothy Schroyer, of Paintsville, and Anna Belle Danies, of Allegan, Michigan; two brothers, Ralph Conley, of Staffordsville, and W.E. (Deak) Conley, of Allegan; and three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, April 25, at 2 p.m., in Jones- Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Charles Milam Jr. officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PH Wed. 4-25-1990
GOBLE, Carlos
1912-1990
Carlos Goble, 77, of West Van Lear, died Tuesday, April 3, at Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Goble was born September 17, 1912, in Fleming County, the son of Andrew Jackson and Hessie Mae Goble. He was a businessman for many years in Paintsville and was a member of the West Van Lear Church of Christ, serving at various times as church treasurer, Sunday School superintendent, teacher, deacon and elder. Surviving are his wife, Maxine Conley Goble; two sons, Dr. Kenneth Carlos Goble of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Larry Keith Goble of Gainesville, Florida; and three grandchildren, Allison, Jason and Stacey. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 5, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home, with Dave Flannery and Jeff Stanley officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APR. 11, 1990
HALL, Ercel
1914-1990
Ercel Hall, 75, died Sunday, April 8, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Mr. Hall was born December 3, 1914 in America falls, Idaho, the son of John and Katherine Carver Hall. He was a member of the Springs Worship Center and the D.A.V. North Central Chapter #14. Surviving are his wife, Nellie Faye Tackett Hall; five sons, Richard, Ray, Ronnie and Donnie Hall, all of Colorado Springs, and Rex Hall, of Illinois; one daughter, Ercelene Hanson, of Colorado Springs; one brother, Charles Hall, of Texas; and two sisters, Angelene Wile, of Springfield, Ohio, and Margie, of Marion, Ohio. Funeral services were held friday, April 13, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Conley Family Cemetery at Flat Gap. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 18, 1990
HALL, Victoria (Norton)
1990
Victoria Hall, 76, died Monday, April 9, in Rockville, Maryland. Mrs. Hall was born in Lamar, South Carolina, the daughter of J.G. and Mary Elizabeth Norton. She was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Hall, of Van Lear. During the time she lived in Van Lear (l930 through the early 1970s), Hall played piano for the silent movies at the old Van Lear theatre, and for many churches and revivals in the Paintsville area. Surviving are one son, Douglas Hall, of Fairfax Station, Virginia; one daughter, Georgia Ganas, of Rockville; and three grandchildren. Services were under the direction of Chambers Funeral Home in Rockville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 18, 1990
HARRIS, Ruie
1907-1990
Ruie Harris, 82, of Ashland, died Thursday, April 5, in King's Daughters' Medical Center. Mrs. Harris was born October 5, 1907 in Johnson Counyt, the daughter of the late John B. and Ellen Lemaster Harris. She was a former teacher in the Johnson County school system and was a retired employee of Greer-Ellison Coal Co. She was a member of the Wise Baptist Church, where she was Sunday school teacher and church treasurer. Surviving are three sisters, Kathryn Hamilton and Dorothy Pack, both of Ashland, and Nettie Ellison, of Wise, Virginia. Funeral services were held Sunday, April 8, in Miller Funeral Home, Ashland, with Dr. Charles L. Milam officiating. Burial was in Ashland Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 11, 1990
HILL, Helen (Collins)
1921-1990
Helen Hill, 68, died Thursday, April 12, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Hill was born September 19, 1921 in Johnson County, the daughter of Taylor and Lula Collins. She was a member of Van Lear Enterprise Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Alvin Hill; two sons, Astor Hill, of Van Lear, and Roger Hill, of Thelma; six daughters, Avis Jean Montgomery of Wittensville, Shirley Ann Griffith and Susan Faye Hill, both of Van Lear, Lucille Daniel, of Urbana, Indiana, Erma Sue Castle, of Burnsharbor, Indiana and Sandra Kay May, of Lexington; two brothers; Floyd and Otton Collins, both of Van Lear; two sisters, Imogene Murphy, of Van Lear, and Mary Edith Fields, of Weeksbury; and 16 grandchildren and 11 great-gandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 14, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Bruce Daniel and Kenny Collins officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 18, 1990
HYDEN, Eunice (Blair)
1915-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Eunice Blair Hyden, 74, died Saturday, April 14, in Wabash County Hospital, Wabash, Indiana. Mrs. Hyden was born October 2, 1915 in Paintsville, the daughter of Oscar and Louise May Blair. A Wabash resident for 27 years, she retired from Data Vue. She was a member of the Church of Christ at Johns Creek. Surviving are her husband, Sam Hyden; one son, William Roger Hyden, of Wabash; one daughter, Phyllis Ann McCarty of Kansas City, Missouri; two brothers, Becher Blair, of Lagro, Indiana, and Marshall Blair, of Van Lear; three sisters, Annie Murphy, of Van Lear, Mary Baldridge, of East Point, and Myrtle Wheatley, of Paintsville; and six grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Services were held Monday, April 16, at Eddingfield-DeLaughter Mortuary, with Rev. Billy Fields officiating. Burial was in Hopewell Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday April 25 1990
LEMASTER, Angie (Ramey)
1905-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Angie LeMaster, 85. Mrs. LeMaster was born January 31, 1905 in Lawrence County, the daughter of Henry and Eliza Bishop Ramey. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vassie LeMaster, in 1962. Surviving are two sisters, Georgia Pack, of Stambaugh, and Pauline Hackney, of Ashland. Funeral services were held Friday, April 20, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with James K. Caudill and Joe McCoy officiating. Burial was in Marvin Sparks Cemetery at Blaine. PH Wed. 4-25-1990
MAYNARD, Nannie (Woods)
1929-1990
Funeral services were held Friday, April 13, for Nannie Maynard, 60. Mrs. Maynard was born November 17, 1929 in Floyd County, the daughter of Bennard and Bessie Collins Woods. She was a member of the Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Rell Maynard; one son, Johnnie Robert Spears, of Staffordsville; one daughter, Alice VanHoose, of Lowmansville; one brother, Bob Oliver Woods, of Ohio; two sisters, Betty Waddles, of Prestonsburg, and Nancy Jarvis, of Columbus, Ohio; and six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel was James Kelly Caudill. Burial was in the family cemetery at Leander. PH Wed. 4-18-1990
MOLLETT, Delbert
1908-1990
Boons Camp resident, Delbert "Dutch" Mollett, 82, died Thursday, April 26, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Mollett was born April 4, 1908 in Ohio, the son of Cora Mollett. He was a self-employed merchant and member of Little Friendship United Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Nellie Ward Mollett; one daughter and son- n-law, Marlene and Marcus Wells of Tomahawk; three half-brothers, Clyde Lewis of Pennsylvania, and Walter and Frankie Lewis, both of Boons Camp; four half-sisters, Rose Daniel, of Williamsport, Mae Pyle, of Boons Camp, and Ethel and Ruth Bowling, both of Cincinnati, Ohio; and one granddaughter. Funeral services were held Sunday, April 29, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Elders Bobby Mollett, Claude Mollett, Shade Walters and W. L. Walters officiating. Burial was in Highlands Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2, May 1990
MOSLEY, Ettie (Banks)
1899-1990
Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 1, for Ettie Mosley, 90. Mrs. Mosley was born September 26, 1899 in Wolfe County, the daughter of S. D. Banks and Paulina Elam Banks. She was preceded in death by her husband, Plez Mosley. Surviving are two daughters, Ruby Henson and Velma Mason, both of Lexington; one brother, Earl Banks of Stambaugh; and one sister, Oma Maupin, of Husum, Washington. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel was David Pinson. Burial was in Banks Family cemetery at Stambaugh. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2, May 1990
MURPHY, Lewis Jr.
1928-1990
Lewis Murphy Jr., 62, died Tuesday, April 17, at his Washington Courthouse, Ohio residence. Mr. Murphy was born February 26, 1928 in Floyd County, the son of Lewis Sr. and Pearl Bentley Murphy. He was a retired Air Force Master Sergeant. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Hermalee Osborne Murphy, in 1983. Surviving are his wife, Gladys Webb Murphy; one stepson, Charles Hayner, of Washington Courthouse; one stepdaughter, Cynthia Anderson, of Washington Courthouse three brothers, Leon and T. J. Murphy, both of Wayland, and Michell Murphy, of Wabash, Indiana; one sister, Myrtle Bentley, of Wabash, and two step-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, April 20, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Green Boyd and Doug Burkeit officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.25 1990
NICKELL, Larry D.
1944-1990
Machinist Larry Dean Nickell, 45, died Tuesday, April 3, at his home. Mr. Nickell was born November 28, 1944 in COlumbus, Ohio, the son of James Robert Nickell and Neva Chamberlin Nickell Lanning. He ws employed by Island Creek Coal Company. Surviving are his mother; his wife, Carolyn Burkett Nickell; one son, James Nickell, of Ulysses; one daughter, Melissa Carol Nickell, of Ulysses; two brothers James, of Volga, and Stephen, of Cynthiana; and two sisters, Shirley Jean Tussey, of Calisle, and Elaine Boyle, of Cynthiana. Funeral services were held Thursdy, April 5, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with James Fillers and Ray Chamberlin officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffodsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 4-11-1990
PRATER, Beula (McKenzie)
1910-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Beula Prater, 90. Mrs. Prater was born March 30, 1910 in Johnson County, the daughter of George and Laura Dixon McKenzie. she was a member of Fishtrap United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wardie Prater, in 1983. Surviving are four sons, James, John, George and William Prater, all Volga; four daughters, Neva Lee McKenzie, of Volga, Avanell Finley, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Anna Mary Holbrook, of Pleasureville, and Ernestine LeMaster, of North Lewisburg, Ohio; and 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 14, in Fishtrap United Baptist Church, with Jerry Colvin, Lonza Reed and Sammie Reed officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Volga. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 18, 1990
RAMEY, Zella (Salyer)
1903-1990
Zella Ramey, 86, died Friday, April 27, in Norworth Care Center, Columbus, Ohio. Mrs. Ramey was born September 21, 1903 in Johnson County, the daughter of Columbus and Minnie Salyer. She was retired from Ohio University where she worked in the Food Service Deparmtent. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fairy Ramey, in 1980. Surviving are two brothers, Miltie Salyer, of Sitka, and Norman Salyer, of Columbus; and one sister, Cova McKenzie, of Sitka. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 1, in Cannons Chapel Volga, with Fred Ramey officiating. Burial was in Ramey Family Cemetery at Volga with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNEDAY MAY 2, 1990
RATLIFF, Irvine
1923-1990
Funeral Services will be held tomorrow, Thursday, April 12, at 2 p.m., in Jones- Preston Funeral Home Chapel, for Irvine Ratliff, 66. Mr. Ratliff was born August 18, 1923 in Johnson County, the son of William (Bd) and Katie Dale Ratliff. He was retired from the U.S. Military. Surviving are his wife, Arbutus Honeycutt Ratliff; one daughter, Vickie Schindler, of Volga; one brother, Charles, of Jonesboro, Arkansas; two sisters, Jessie VanHoose, of Thealka, and Virgie Kimbler, of Paintsville; and two grandchildren. Offciating at services will be Rev. Eddie Young and Dick VanHoose. Burial will be in Ratliff Cemetery at Turner Branch. PAINTVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 11, 1990
SALYER, Woodrow
1917-1990
Woodrow Salyer, 73, died Sunday, April 29, in Doctor's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. Mr. Salyer was born February 15, 1917 in Johnson County, the son of Ross and Grace Lemaster Salyer. He was a truck driver and member of the Freewill Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Blanton Salyer, in 1980. Surviving are one son, Mike Salyer, of Brownstown, Indiana; three sisters, Evelyn Pennington, of Jackson, Ohio, and Mary Jo Pairagin and Opal Anderson, both of Columbus; and one grandson. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, May 2, at 11 a.m., in Oil Springs Freewill Baptist Church, with Rev. Justin Harmon officiating. Burial will be in the family cemetery at Oil Springs, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 02, 1990
STIDMAN, James E.
1970-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for James E. "Duke" Stidham, 19. Mr. Stidham was born October 15, 1970 in Urbana, Ohio, the son of James Jr. and Anna Castle Stidham. He was employed as a dietician with Champaign Nursing Home in Urbana. Surviving are his parents; and one sister, Heather Stidham. His grandfather, the late Clinton Castle, was born in Paintsville in 1928. Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 10, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chaple, with James Kelly Caudill and Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Turner Branch Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 11, 1990
VANHOOSE, Addie
1918-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Addie Van Hoose, 71, of Ashley, Ohio, died Wednesday, April 11, at Grady Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Van Hoose was born June 1, 1918 in Johnson County. She was a nurses aide, retired from the Delaware County Home, and a member of Edison Enterprise Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell Van Hoose. Surviving are three sons, Ronnie and Gary, both of Ashley, and Rick, of Olathe, Kansas; three daughters,Ruella Castle, Ida Christeen Franklin and Joan Gale Fisher, all of Ashley; five brothers, Tom, Holly, and James Van Hoose, all of Tutor Key, Clyde, of Lewis Center, Ohio, and Ralph Van Hoose of Oil Springs; one sister, Tilda Ann Adams, of Warton, West Virginia; and 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 14, in Bennett-Brown Funeral Home, with Rev. Dorsel Messick officiating. Burial was in Ashley Union Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 18, 1990
WILLIAMS, W.T.
1906-1990
Stambaugh resident, W.T. "Brother" Williams, 84, died Wednesday, April 11, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Williams was born March 2, 1906 in Johnson County, the son of Tommie and Lockie Witten Williams. He was a miner and farmer and was a deputy sheriff for 10 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fanna Grimm Williams, in 1988. Surviving are three sons, William, of Glouchester, Virginia, and Charles and Hobert, both of Baltimore, Maryland; three daughters, Sharon Lynn Meade, of Paintsville, Billie Phyllis Fitzpatrick, of Baltimore, and Laura Lou Blair, of Waverly, Ohio; three sisters, Sarah Estep, Lori Baldwin and Louise "Shug" Samas, all of Baltimore; 13 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 14, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with C.C. Hall officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Sitka. Paitsville Herald Wednesday April 18, 1990
WITTEN, Patricia
1957-1990
Van Lear resident, Patricia Ann Witten, 33, died Monday, April 9, Ms. Witten was born February 1957, in Michigan, the daugher of Gale Douglas and Ellaween Hannah Witten. She was employed by Heart O' Highland Motel. Surviving are her mother; three brothers, Steve and Charles Witten, both of Warren, Michigan, and Freddy Witten, of Brighten, Michigan, six sisters, Linda Rostron, of Hazel Park, Michigan, Brenda Hering and Kimberly Penix, both of Van Lear, Betty Walters, of Madison Heights, Michigan, Francis Witten, of Detroit, Michigan, and Dyrene Adkins, of Warren; three stepchildren; and 24 nieces and nephews and a great niece and nephew. Funeral services wll be held tomorrow, Thursday, April 12, at 11 a.m., in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Roger Hill officiating. Burial will be in the family cemetery at Van Lear. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.11 1990
1990
Retired real estate broker, Pearl Conley Baldridge, 93, died Friday, April 13, in Mountain Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Baldridge was born December 20, the daughter of Martin and Nancy Jane Spradlin Conley. She was a self-employed real estate broker in Tucson, Arizona and a member of the East Point Church of Christ. Surviving are one brother, Luther J. Conley, of Leander; one sissister, Juanita Ramey, of Paintsville, one grandson, Eddie Shuppe; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, April 16, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dave Flannery officiating. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.18 1990
BLAIR, Arbie
1906-1990
Arbie Blair, 84, died Monday, April 2, in Pikeville Methodist Hospital. Mr. Blair was born March 1,1906 in Magoffin County, the son of Acie and Pina Blair. He retired from the city of Paintsville where he worked with the city water and gas utilities company. Surviving are several nephews and nieces. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 5, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Levi Cantrell officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery in Paintsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.11 1990
BURKE, John
1928-1990
Paintsville Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for John C. Burke, 61. Mr. Burke was born August 9, 1928 in Johnson County, the son of Carl and Edna Welch Burke. He was employed by Kinnear Corp in Columbus, Ohio and was a veteran of the Korean War. Surviving are his wife, Virginia Preston Burke; one son, Charles C. Burke, of Columbus: two daughters, Matilda Mickey and Dianna Burke, both of Columbus; three brothers, Sam and Bill, both of Hager Hill, and Morris, of East Point; one sister, Ira Runyon, of Florida; and three grand children. Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 10, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Mathew Boyles officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.11 1990
CASTLE, Reva (Hazelett)
1913-1990
Reva Hazelett Castle, 77, died Monday, April 2, in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Mrs. Castle was born January 1, 1913 in Magoffin County, the daughter of Thomas and Hannah Collinsworth Hazelett. Surviving are her husband, Frank Castle; one daughter, Ruby Jewell Patton, of Ypsilanti; five brothers, Clyde and Thomas Hazelett Jr., both of Hager Hill, James Walker Hazelett, of Presionsburg,and Johnniec and Sam Hazelett, both of Ypsilanti; seven sisters, Ruth Centers and Eva Estep, both of Paintsville, Mattie Wright and Julia Swartz, both of Datona Beach, Florida, Fannie Ehrman, of Shelby, Ohio, Katherine Cantrell, of Mineral City, Ohio, and Sarah Ann Hazelett of Ft. Wayne, Indiana; and two grandchildren four great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, April 6, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with C. C. Hall officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.11 1990
CAUDILL, Stella (Williams)
1913-1990
Flat Gap resident, Stella Esta Caudill, 76, died Wednesday, April 18, at her home. Mrs. Caudill was born August 20, 1913 in Johnson County, the daughter of P. V. and Effie Price Williams. She was a retired post master. She was preceded in death by her husband, Estill Caudill, in 1972. Surviving are one son, Roger Caudill, of Flat Gap; one daughter, Betty Jo LeMaster, of Portsmouth, Ohio; one brother, Homer Williams of Louisa; two sisters, Ruby Maloy, of Waverly, Ohio, and Alka Boggs, of London, Ohio; and four grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturdy, April 21, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Harold Salyer officiating. Burial was in LeMaster Cemetery at Flat Gap. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 25, 1990
DIXON, Lillie (Conley)
1894-1990
Lillie Dixon, 96, died Monday, April 3, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Dixon was born February 9, 1894 in Johnson County, the daughter of John Milton and Mary Etta Woods Conley. She was a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rolla Dixon, in 1970. Surviving are one son, Garland Dixon, of Paintsville; two daughters, Dorothy Schroyer, of Paintsville, and Anna Belle Danies, of Allegan, Michigan; two brothers, Ralph Conley, of Staffordsville, and W.E. (Deak) Conley, of Allegan; and three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, April 25, at 2 p.m., in Jones- Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Charles Milam Jr. officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PH Wed. 4-25-1990
GOBLE, Carlos
1912-1990
Carlos Goble, 77, of West Van Lear, died Tuesday, April 3, at Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Goble was born September 17, 1912, in Fleming County, the son of Andrew Jackson and Hessie Mae Goble. He was a businessman for many years in Paintsville and was a member of the West Van Lear Church of Christ, serving at various times as church treasurer, Sunday School superintendent, teacher, deacon and elder. Surviving are his wife, Maxine Conley Goble; two sons, Dr. Kenneth Carlos Goble of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Larry Keith Goble of Gainesville, Florida; and three grandchildren, Allison, Jason and Stacey. Funeral services were held Thursday, April 5, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home, with Dave Flannery and Jeff Stanley officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APR. 11, 1990
HALL, Ercel
1914-1990
Ercel Hall, 75, died Sunday, April 8, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Mr. Hall was born December 3, 1914 in America falls, Idaho, the son of John and Katherine Carver Hall. He was a member of the Springs Worship Center and the D.A.V. North Central Chapter #14. Surviving are his wife, Nellie Faye Tackett Hall; five sons, Richard, Ray, Ronnie and Donnie Hall, all of Colorado Springs, and Rex Hall, of Illinois; one daughter, Ercelene Hanson, of Colorado Springs; one brother, Charles Hall, of Texas; and two sisters, Angelene Wile, of Springfield, Ohio, and Margie, of Marion, Ohio. Funeral services were held friday, April 13, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Conley Family Cemetery at Flat Gap. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 18, 1990
HALL, Victoria (Norton)
1990
Victoria Hall, 76, died Monday, April 9, in Rockville, Maryland. Mrs. Hall was born in Lamar, South Carolina, the daughter of J.G. and Mary Elizabeth Norton. She was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Hall, of Van Lear. During the time she lived in Van Lear (l930 through the early 1970s), Hall played piano for the silent movies at the old Van Lear theatre, and for many churches and revivals in the Paintsville area. Surviving are one son, Douglas Hall, of Fairfax Station, Virginia; one daughter, Georgia Ganas, of Rockville; and three grandchildren. Services were under the direction of Chambers Funeral Home in Rockville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 18, 1990
HARRIS, Ruie
1907-1990
Ruie Harris, 82, of Ashland, died Thursday, April 5, in King's Daughters' Medical Center. Mrs. Harris was born October 5, 1907 in Johnson Counyt, the daughter of the late John B. and Ellen Lemaster Harris. She was a former teacher in the Johnson County school system and was a retired employee of Greer-Ellison Coal Co. She was a member of the Wise Baptist Church, where she was Sunday school teacher and church treasurer. Surviving are three sisters, Kathryn Hamilton and Dorothy Pack, both of Ashland, and Nettie Ellison, of Wise, Virginia. Funeral services were held Sunday, April 8, in Miller Funeral Home, Ashland, with Dr. Charles L. Milam officiating. Burial was in Ashland Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 11, 1990
HILL, Helen (Collins)
1921-1990
Helen Hill, 68, died Thursday, April 12, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Hill was born September 19, 1921 in Johnson County, the daughter of Taylor and Lula Collins. She was a member of Van Lear Enterprise Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Alvin Hill; two sons, Astor Hill, of Van Lear, and Roger Hill, of Thelma; six daughters, Avis Jean Montgomery of Wittensville, Shirley Ann Griffith and Susan Faye Hill, both of Van Lear, Lucille Daniel, of Urbana, Indiana, Erma Sue Castle, of Burnsharbor, Indiana and Sandra Kay May, of Lexington; two brothers; Floyd and Otton Collins, both of Van Lear; two sisters, Imogene Murphy, of Van Lear, and Mary Edith Fields, of Weeksbury; and 16 grandchildren and 11 great-gandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 14, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Bruce Daniel and Kenny Collins officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 18, 1990
HYDEN, Eunice (Blair)
1915-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Eunice Blair Hyden, 74, died Saturday, April 14, in Wabash County Hospital, Wabash, Indiana. Mrs. Hyden was born October 2, 1915 in Paintsville, the daughter of Oscar and Louise May Blair. A Wabash resident for 27 years, she retired from Data Vue. She was a member of the Church of Christ at Johns Creek. Surviving are her husband, Sam Hyden; one son, William Roger Hyden, of Wabash; one daughter, Phyllis Ann McCarty of Kansas City, Missouri; two brothers, Becher Blair, of Lagro, Indiana, and Marshall Blair, of Van Lear; three sisters, Annie Murphy, of Van Lear, Mary Baldridge, of East Point, and Myrtle Wheatley, of Paintsville; and six grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Services were held Monday, April 16, at Eddingfield-DeLaughter Mortuary, with Rev. Billy Fields officiating. Burial was in Hopewell Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday April 25 1990
LEMASTER, Angie (Ramey)
1905-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Angie LeMaster, 85. Mrs. LeMaster was born January 31, 1905 in Lawrence County, the daughter of Henry and Eliza Bishop Ramey. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vassie LeMaster, in 1962. Surviving are two sisters, Georgia Pack, of Stambaugh, and Pauline Hackney, of Ashland. Funeral services were held Friday, April 20, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with James K. Caudill and Joe McCoy officiating. Burial was in Marvin Sparks Cemetery at Blaine. PH Wed. 4-25-1990
MAYNARD, Nannie (Woods)
1929-1990
Funeral services were held Friday, April 13, for Nannie Maynard, 60. Mrs. Maynard was born November 17, 1929 in Floyd County, the daughter of Bennard and Bessie Collins Woods. She was a member of the Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Rell Maynard; one son, Johnnie Robert Spears, of Staffordsville; one daughter, Alice VanHoose, of Lowmansville; one brother, Bob Oliver Woods, of Ohio; two sisters, Betty Waddles, of Prestonsburg, and Nancy Jarvis, of Columbus, Ohio; and six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel was James Kelly Caudill. Burial was in the family cemetery at Leander. PH Wed. 4-18-1990
MOLLETT, Delbert
1908-1990
Boons Camp resident, Delbert "Dutch" Mollett, 82, died Thursday, April 26, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Mollett was born April 4, 1908 in Ohio, the son of Cora Mollett. He was a self-employed merchant and member of Little Friendship United Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Nellie Ward Mollett; one daughter and son- n-law, Marlene and Marcus Wells of Tomahawk; three half-brothers, Clyde Lewis of Pennsylvania, and Walter and Frankie Lewis, both of Boons Camp; four half-sisters, Rose Daniel, of Williamsport, Mae Pyle, of Boons Camp, and Ethel and Ruth Bowling, both of Cincinnati, Ohio; and one granddaughter. Funeral services were held Sunday, April 29, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Elders Bobby Mollett, Claude Mollett, Shade Walters and W. L. Walters officiating. Burial was in Highlands Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2, May 1990
MOSLEY, Ettie (Banks)
1899-1990
Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 1, for Ettie Mosley, 90. Mrs. Mosley was born September 26, 1899 in Wolfe County, the daughter of S. D. Banks and Paulina Elam Banks. She was preceded in death by her husband, Plez Mosley. Surviving are two daughters, Ruby Henson and Velma Mason, both of Lexington; one brother, Earl Banks of Stambaugh; and one sister, Oma Maupin, of Husum, Washington. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel was David Pinson. Burial was in Banks Family cemetery at Stambaugh. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2, May 1990
MURPHY, Lewis Jr.
1928-1990
Lewis Murphy Jr., 62, died Tuesday, April 17, at his Washington Courthouse, Ohio residence. Mr. Murphy was born February 26, 1928 in Floyd County, the son of Lewis Sr. and Pearl Bentley Murphy. He was a retired Air Force Master Sergeant. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Hermalee Osborne Murphy, in 1983. Surviving are his wife, Gladys Webb Murphy; one stepson, Charles Hayner, of Washington Courthouse; one stepdaughter, Cynthia Anderson, of Washington Courthouse three brothers, Leon and T. J. Murphy, both of Wayland, and Michell Murphy, of Wabash, Indiana; one sister, Myrtle Bentley, of Wabash, and two step-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, April 20, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Green Boyd and Doug Burkeit officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.25 1990
NICKELL, Larry D.
1944-1990
Machinist Larry Dean Nickell, 45, died Tuesday, April 3, at his home. Mr. Nickell was born November 28, 1944 in COlumbus, Ohio, the son of James Robert Nickell and Neva Chamberlin Nickell Lanning. He ws employed by Island Creek Coal Company. Surviving are his mother; his wife, Carolyn Burkett Nickell; one son, James Nickell, of Ulysses; one daughter, Melissa Carol Nickell, of Ulysses; two brothers James, of Volga, and Stephen, of Cynthiana; and two sisters, Shirley Jean Tussey, of Calisle, and Elaine Boyle, of Cynthiana. Funeral services were held Thursdy, April 5, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with James Fillers and Ray Chamberlin officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffodsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 4-11-1990
PRATER, Beula (McKenzie)
1910-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Beula Prater, 90. Mrs. Prater was born March 30, 1910 in Johnson County, the daughter of George and Laura Dixon McKenzie. she was a member of Fishtrap United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wardie Prater, in 1983. Surviving are four sons, James, John, George and William Prater, all Volga; four daughters, Neva Lee McKenzie, of Volga, Avanell Finley, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Anna Mary Holbrook, of Pleasureville, and Ernestine LeMaster, of North Lewisburg, Ohio; and 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 14, in Fishtrap United Baptist Church, with Jerry Colvin, Lonza Reed and Sammie Reed officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Volga. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 18, 1990
RAMEY, Zella (Salyer)
1903-1990
Zella Ramey, 86, died Friday, April 27, in Norworth Care Center, Columbus, Ohio. Mrs. Ramey was born September 21, 1903 in Johnson County, the daughter of Columbus and Minnie Salyer. She was retired from Ohio University where she worked in the Food Service Deparmtent. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fairy Ramey, in 1980. Surviving are two brothers, Miltie Salyer, of Sitka, and Norman Salyer, of Columbus; and one sister, Cova McKenzie, of Sitka. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 1, in Cannons Chapel Volga, with Fred Ramey officiating. Burial was in Ramey Family Cemetery at Volga with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNEDAY MAY 2, 1990
RATLIFF, Irvine
1923-1990
Funeral Services will be held tomorrow, Thursday, April 12, at 2 p.m., in Jones- Preston Funeral Home Chapel, for Irvine Ratliff, 66. Mr. Ratliff was born August 18, 1923 in Johnson County, the son of William (Bd) and Katie Dale Ratliff. He was retired from the U.S. Military. Surviving are his wife, Arbutus Honeycutt Ratliff; one daughter, Vickie Schindler, of Volga; one brother, Charles, of Jonesboro, Arkansas; two sisters, Jessie VanHoose, of Thealka, and Virgie Kimbler, of Paintsville; and two grandchildren. Offciating at services will be Rev. Eddie Young and Dick VanHoose. Burial will be in Ratliff Cemetery at Turner Branch. PAINTVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 11, 1990
SALYER, Woodrow
1917-1990
Woodrow Salyer, 73, died Sunday, April 29, in Doctor's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. Mr. Salyer was born February 15, 1917 in Johnson County, the son of Ross and Grace Lemaster Salyer. He was a truck driver and member of the Freewill Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Blanton Salyer, in 1980. Surviving are one son, Mike Salyer, of Brownstown, Indiana; three sisters, Evelyn Pennington, of Jackson, Ohio, and Mary Jo Pairagin and Opal Anderson, both of Columbus; and one grandson. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, May 2, at 11 a.m., in Oil Springs Freewill Baptist Church, with Rev. Justin Harmon officiating. Burial will be in the family cemetery at Oil Springs, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 02, 1990
STIDMAN, James E.
1970-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for James E. "Duke" Stidham, 19. Mr. Stidham was born October 15, 1970 in Urbana, Ohio, the son of James Jr. and Anna Castle Stidham. He was employed as a dietician with Champaign Nursing Home in Urbana. Surviving are his parents; and one sister, Heather Stidham. His grandfather, the late Clinton Castle, was born in Paintsville in 1928. Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 10, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chaple, with James Kelly Caudill and Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Turner Branch Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 11, 1990
VANHOOSE, Addie
1918-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Addie Van Hoose, 71, of Ashley, Ohio, died Wednesday, April 11, at Grady Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Van Hoose was born June 1, 1918 in Johnson County. She was a nurses aide, retired from the Delaware County Home, and a member of Edison Enterprise Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell Van Hoose. Surviving are three sons, Ronnie and Gary, both of Ashley, and Rick, of Olathe, Kansas; three daughters,Ruella Castle, Ida Christeen Franklin and Joan Gale Fisher, all of Ashley; five brothers, Tom, Holly, and James Van Hoose, all of Tutor Key, Clyde, of Lewis Center, Ohio, and Ralph Van Hoose of Oil Springs; one sister, Tilda Ann Adams, of Warton, West Virginia; and 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 14, in Bennett-Brown Funeral Home, with Rev. Dorsel Messick officiating. Burial was in Ashley Union Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 18, 1990
WILLIAMS, W.T.
1906-1990
Stambaugh resident, W.T. "Brother" Williams, 84, died Wednesday, April 11, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Williams was born March 2, 1906 in Johnson County, the son of Tommie and Lockie Witten Williams. He was a miner and farmer and was a deputy sheriff for 10 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fanna Grimm Williams, in 1988. Surviving are three sons, William, of Glouchester, Virginia, and Charles and Hobert, both of Baltimore, Maryland; three daughters, Sharon Lynn Meade, of Paintsville, Billie Phyllis Fitzpatrick, of Baltimore, and Laura Lou Blair, of Waverly, Ohio; three sisters, Sarah Estep, Lori Baldwin and Louise "Shug" Samas, all of Baltimore; 13 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 14, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with C.C. Hall officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Sitka. Paitsville Herald Wednesday April 18, 1990
WITTEN, Patricia
1957-1990
Van Lear resident, Patricia Ann Witten, 33, died Monday, April 9, Ms. Witten was born February 1957, in Michigan, the daugher of Gale Douglas and Ellaween Hannah Witten. She was employed by Heart O' Highland Motel. Surviving are her mother; three brothers, Steve and Charles Witten, both of Warren, Michigan, and Freddy Witten, of Brighten, Michigan, six sisters, Linda Rostron, of Hazel Park, Michigan, Brenda Hering and Kimberly Penix, both of Van Lear, Betty Walters, of Madison Heights, Michigan, Francis Witten, of Detroit, Michigan, and Dyrene Adkins, of Warren; three stepchildren; and 24 nieces and nephews and a great niece and nephew. Funeral services wll be held tomorrow, Thursday, April 12, at 11 a.m., in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Roger Hill officiating. Burial will be in the family cemetery at Van Lear. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Apr.11 1990
MAY - 1990
ADAMS, Thomas Richard
1924-1990
Thomas Richard Adams, 65, died Sunday, April 29, in Ashland. Mr. Adams was born July 16, 1924 in Johnson County, the son of Mary Edna Blair and Marcus Adams. He was a steel worker and member of The Christian Church. Surviving are one brother, James Mitchell Adams, of Staffordsville; and two sisters, Charlene Conley, of Van Lear, and Grace Jasper, of Lynco, West Virginia. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 1, in Jones-Preston funeral Home Chapel, with Hondel Adams officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park in Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 02 1990
BLAIR, Bessie (Blair)
1905-1990
Bessie Mae Blair, 84, died Thursday, May 10, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Blair was born October 20, 1905 in Johnson County, the daughter of Alamander and Dolly Adams Blair. She was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil Blair, in 1987. Surviving are two sons. Willard Blair, of Barnetts Creek, and Weldon Blair, of Denver; one daughter, Juanita Spradlin, of Leander one brother, Herschell Blair, of New Carlisle, Ohio; and eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, May 13, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Elders Gene May, Danny Williams, Rutherford Blair and Jerry Colvin officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Leander. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 16 1990
BLAIR, Ozzie
1927-1990
Former Paintsville resident, Ozzie Blair, 63, died Saturday, April 28, in Grady Memorial Hospital, Ohio. Mr. Blair was born February 1, 1927 in Paintsville. He was an Army veteran of World War II. was retired from the Norfolk and Southern Railroad after 31 years of service and was a member of the United Baptist Church in Lucasville, Ohio. He was preceded in death by a brother, Oak Blair, a sister, Ollie Lewis, and two half brothers, Cecil and Dallas Blair. Surviving are his wife, Eva Blair; four sons, John and Lonnie, both of Ohio, Bryan, of Columbus, Ohio, and Steve, of Marysville, Ohio; one daughter, Joni Swisher, of Radnor, Ohio; two stepsons, Roger Hemmings, of Portsmouth, Ohio, and Robert Hemmings, of Kingston, Ohio; two brothers Ovie, of Madisonville, and Gus, of Peebles, Ohio; and nine grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 1, in Bennett-Brown Funeral Home, with Rev Mark Hummel officiating. Burial was in Three Locks Cemetery in Chillicothe, Ohio. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 09 1990
BLAIR, William E.
1917-1990
William E. "Willie Earl" Blair, 72, died Sunday, May 20, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Blair was born July 6, 1917 in Johnson County, the son of Will and Emma Caudill Blair. He was a retired miner and member of Van Lear Masonic Lodge #885. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viola "Doll" Preston Blair. Surviving are two sons, Steve, of Hager Hilll, and Charley, of Flatwoods; two daughters, Judy Spradlin and Lillian Cantrell, both of Hager Hill; one sister, Nancy Jane Bayes, of Ashland; one half brother, Herschell Belvins, of Nelsonville, Ohio; and five grandchildren. The Van Lear Masonic Lodge conducted Masonic services. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, May 23, in Fraley and Son Funeral Home, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Blair Family Cemetery at Hager Hill. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 30, 1990
BOSTAIN, Goldie (Parley)
1913-1990
Offutt resident, Goldie Marie Bostain, 76, died Friday, May 25, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Bostain was born February 13, 1913 in Johnson County, the daughter of William H. and Mariah Parley. She was a retired housekeeper from Decaness Hospital in Detroit, Michigan and a member of the Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur R. Bostain, in 1974. Surviving are two brothers, Elsie Ward, of Offutt, and Esther Casebolt, of Montague, Michigan; and one niece, Goldie Cooper, of Mt. Cleamn, Michigan. Funeral services were held Monday, May 28, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Jerry M. Scott officiating. Burial was in Ward-Preston Cemetery at River. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 06, 1990
CANTRELL, Beulah (Hill)
1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Beulah Hill Cantrell, 82. Mrs. Cantrell was born in Morgan County, the daughter of Joe and Rachel Hill. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Cantrell. Surviving are one daughter, Mar- jorie Salyer, of Elna; two brothers, Lundie Hill, of Crockett, and Con- nard Hill, of Ashland; one sister, Mary Cantrell, of Williams Creek; and three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sun- day, May 27, in Jones-Preston Fu- neral Home Chapel. Burial was in Trimble Salyer Cemetery at Elna. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 5-30-1990
CASTLE, Ernest Ray
1936-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Ernest Ray Castle, 54, died Saturday, April 28, in Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital, Russell. Mr. Castle was born January 4, 1936 in Johnson County, the son of Vern and Opal Preston Castle. He was a self-employed businessman, a member of Sharon Baptist Church, Ironton, Ohio, and a member of Smith Lodge #775. F and AM. Surviving are his wife. Betty Lou Price Castle; two sons, Philip Ray Castle, of Columbus, Ohio, and Paul Lee Castle, of Flatwoods; one daughter, Rebecca Lynn Castle, of Flatwoods; two brothers, Robert Castle, of Tutor Key, and Wayne Castle, of Columbus; and two sisters, Helen Frazier and Brenda Burkett, both of Paintsville. Funeral services will be held today Wednesday, May 2, at 11 a.m. in Sharon Baptist Church, with Steve Harvey olticiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Burial Park, with Carman Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 02 1990
CASTLE, William R.
1938-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for William R. "Bill" Castle, 51. Mr. Castle was born December 26, 1938 in Johnson County, the son of Richard and Gladys Adams Castle. He was a warehouse manager at East Kentucky News and a member of Hager Hill Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are his mother, his wife, Virgie Donley Castle, one son, William Richard Castle Jr., of Paintsville; one daughter, Kristi Leanne Castle, of Paintsville; one brother, Herman Castle, of Paintsville; one sister, Barbara Sublett, of Columbia, Maryland; and one graddaughter, Ashley Brooke Castle. Funeral services were held Monday, April 30, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was in Lakeview Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville, with Chuck Slone officiating. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 9, 1990
DAVIS, Mattie (Lemaster)
1905-1990
Mattie Davis, 84, died Monday, May 1, in Hilty Memorial Home, Pandora, Ohio. Mrs. Davis was born May 20, 1905 in Johnson County, the daughter of William and Minerva Trimble LeMaster. She ws preceded in death by her husband Johnnie Davis, in 1975. Surviving are three daughters, Herma Lee Ward, of Findley, Ohio, Minerva Pelphrey of Allen, and Ella Frances Geordans, of Melrose Park, Illinois; and 10 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, May 4, in Barnetts Creek United Baptist Church, with Jimmy Cloud and Greg Smith officiating. Burial was in Davis Family Cemetery at Collins Branch, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PH Wed. 5-09-1990
FITCH, Dennis
1904-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Dennis Fitch, 86, died Friday, May 18, in Norwalk, Ohio. Mr. Fitch was born April 15, 1904 in Johnson County, the son of Charles and Melissa Ross Fitch. He was a retired farmer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie Ross Fitch, in 1985. Surviving are one son, Cloyce Fitch, of Norwalk; one daughter, Anna Marie Fitch; two brothers, Homer Fitch, of Hager Hill, and Buell Fitch, of Springfield, Ohio; two sisters, Neva Fitch and Eula Burchett, both of Sitka; and three grandchildren and one great- grandchild. Funeral services were held Monday, May 21, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Marvin Sparks Cemetery at Sitka. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY MAY 23, 1990
GRIMES, Neva (Walters)
1990
Former Johnson County resident, Neva Lee Walters Grimes, of Dayton, Ohio, died Saturday, May 12, at Miami Valley Hospital. Mrs. Grimes was preceded in death by her husband, Leon, in 1989. Surviving are one son, Rex Simpson, of Elkhart, Indiana; two daughters, Jean G. Pilgrim, of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Mary Lou McFaddin, of Dayton; four brothers, Wince Walters, of Offutt, John L. Walters and Vern Walters, both of Williamsport, and Gene Walters, of East Point, three sisters, Ethel Wallen, of Catlettsburg, Nannie Hall, of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Faye Ward, of Offutt; and seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 15, in Huber Heights Chapel, with Dr. Nicholas Holman officiating. Burial was in Woodland Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday June 6 1990
HANNAH, Hager Josephine (Scott)
1921-1990
Hager Josephine Hannah, 69, died Thursday, May 24, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Hannah was born March 16, 1921 in Magoffin County, the daughter of Hebern and Mary Blair Scott. She was a member of the Pentecostal Church. Surviving are her husband, Raymond Scott, six sons, Jack, of Paintsville, Howard, of Salyersville, Steve, Scotty and Cub, all of Swamp Branch, and Gib, of Denver, five daughters, Virginia Salyers, Ugonda Wiley and Brenda Lugar, all of Swamp Branch, Vickie Castle, of Thealka, and Grindl Hitchcock, of Collista; one brother, Buck Scott, of Swamp Branch; three sisters, Kathleen Litteral and Edna Faye Blanton, both of Swamp Branch, and Cledith Hannah, of South Solon, Ohio; and 25 grandchildren and 19 great-granchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, May 27, in Riceville Freewill Baptist Church, with Melvin Blanton and Hobert Meade officiating. Burial was in Hannah Family Cemetery at Swamp Branch, with Fraley and Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Serving as pallbearers were her grandsons. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY MAY 30, 1990
HENSLEY, Ray
1920-1990
Retired miner, Ray Hensley, 70, died Wednesday, May 9, at his Martha residence. Mr. Hensley was born January 21, 1920 in Johnson County, the son of Robert and Dora Adams Hensley. He was a veteran of World War II. Surviving are his wife, Alberta Mollette Hensley; two sons, Daniel and Roger Hensley, both of Martha; two daughters, Jewell G. Berry, of Martha, and Wanda J. Hall, of Boons Camp; and five grandchildren and one-great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 12 in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Keith Cozort officiating. Burial was in Hensley Cemetery at Martha. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 16, 1990
JAMES, Emma (Childers)
1917-1990
Emma Katherine James, 73, died Wednesday, May 23, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. James was born January 29, 1917 in Johnson County, the daughter of Tom and Nancy Mollett Childers. She was a member of the Thelma Primitive Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Mason Blanton, in 1955. Surviving are her husband, Wallace B. James Jr.; two sons, David Allen Blanton and Robert Lynn Blanton, both of Thelma; five daughters, Mrs. Mary Fern Yount, of Independence, Betty Carr, of Landrum, South Carolina, Helen Stafford, of Shelby, Ohio, and Dianna Meek, of Thelma; one brother, Martin Childers, of Marion, Ohio, Essie Johnson, of Pikeville, Pricy Baldwin, of Thelma, Ruth Wright, of Paintsville, and Faye Rowland and Anges Butcher, both of Thelma; and 25 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 26, in Thelma Primitive Baptist Church, with Elders Paul E. Kenton, Jerry Brown, Elmer Thacker and Noah Slone officiating. Burial was in Preston Family Cemetery at Thelma, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday June 6 1990
JOHNSON, Alka (Rice)
1935-1990
Alka Rice Johnson, 54, died Thursday, May 31, in Pinellas, Florida. Mrs. Johnson was born September 16, 1935 in Johnson County, the daughter of Dewey and Ollie Conley Rice. Surviving are her husband, James Henry Johnson; three sons, Chuck Johnson, Danny Johnson and James Michael Johnson, all of Columbus, Ohio; seven brothers, John Rice, of Albany, Doug Rice, of West Van Lear, Charles B. Rice and Paul Rice, both of Springhill, Florida, Willis Rice, of Dayton, Ohio, Carl Rice, of Huber Heights, Ohio, and Lindsey Rice, of Columbus, Ohio; and three sisters, Hermalee Andy, Garnett Green and Helen Violet. Funeral services were held Sunday, June 3, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Jimmy Davis officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at East Point. PH Wed 6-06-1990
MAY, James
1930-1990
Heavy equipment operator, James "DOC" May, died Wednesday, May 2, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. May ws born May 25, 1930 in Johnson County, the son of Glen and Hazel Bowling May. He was a member of Highland Church of Christ. Surviving are his mother; his wife, Lois Collins May; one son, James Robert May, of Van Lear; three brothers, Jack May, of Van Lear, Dennis Franklin May, of Lexington, and Glenn Lee May, of Madison, Ohio; and two sisters, Patty Barker, of Van Lear, and Lorine Goodman, of Dayton, Ohio. Funeral services wer held Saturday, May 5, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with J.M. Scott officiating. Burial was in Collins Family Cemetery at Van Lear. PH Wed. 5-09-1990
MOREFIELD, Phyllis (Williamson)
1938-1990
Phyllis Williamson Morefield, 51, died Thursday, May 3, in Riverside Hospital, Trenton, Michigan. Mrs. Morefield was born December 14, 1938 in Martin County, the daughter of John and Mary Osborne Williamson. She was a cashier. Surviving are two daughters, Mary Jo Morefield, of Taylor, Michigan, and Pamela Maggard of Vico; two brothers, Claude Williamson, of Arcade, Florida, and Jimmy Williamson, of Taylor, Michigan; three sisters, Garoa Jo Meade of Whitehouse, Edna LePage, of South Gate, Michigan, and Barbara Meek of Taylor; and one grandchild. Funeral services were held Sunday May 6, in Phillip Cove Freewill Baptist Church, with Rev. Isaac Rowland and Rev. Harold Conley officiating. Burial was in Tom Wilson Cemetery at Boons Camp, with Fraley and Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were George Meade, Jr., Michael Williamson, Robert L. Williamson, Burl Penix, Charles Maggard Jr., and Cecil Waller Jr. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 9, May 1990
RATLIFF, Addison
1925-1990
Paintsville Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Addison Ratliff, 64. Mr. Ratliff was born September 15, 1925 in Johnson County, the son of Dennie and Rhoda Blair Ratliff. He was disabled and a member of the Baptist Church. Surviving are one son, Ronnie, of Painstiville; one daughter, Bonnie Lou Sexton of Paintsville; three brothers, Hassel, Heaborn and Guy, all of Barnetts Creek; three sisters, Dessie Spradlin, of Prestonsburg, and Bessie Blair and Tressie Robinson, both of Barnetts Creek; and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, May 9, at 11 a.m., in Fairview Freewill Baptist Church, with Revs. Arthur Harman and Donald Ray Caudill officating. Burial will be in the family cemetery at Barnetts Creek. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 9, 1990
SELVAGE, Fred C.
1937-1990
Fred C. Selvage, 50, died Tuesday, May 29, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Mr. Selvage was born August 27, 1937, in Johnson County, the son of Dewey Selvage and Bertha Fairchild Selvage. He was a general laborer. Surviving are one brother, Archie Selvage of Staffordsville; and four sisters, Betty Tackett of Staffordsville, Barbara Merrill and Patricia Pelz, both of Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Dixie Thompson. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 2, in Staffordsville Freewill Baptist Church, with Lowell King and Bruce Daniel officiating. Burial was in Staffordsville Church Cemetery, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 6, 1990
SHEPHERD, Aulda (Wireman)
1912-1990
Aulda Wireman Shepherd, 78, of David, died Friday, May 4, at Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Shepherd was born February 11, 1912, in Magoffin County, the daughter of John F. and Jenny Prater Wireman. She was a member of the Free United Baptist Church in West Prestonsburg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Long John Shepherd, in 1971, and by one son, Elzie Joe Shepherd, in 1983. Surviving are six sons, Owen, Quillen, Roger, and Lee Shepherd, all of David; Olen Shepherd of Patrick, Ohio, and Edgar Shepherd of Silver Lake, Indiana; six daughters, Mentha Smith of David, Adgie Hall and Ruby Jean Bradley, both of Silver Lake; Earlene Mundy of Anthwert, Ohio; Jerlene Prater of Salyersville, and Elma K. May of Johnson County; one sister, Adgie Rife of Ironton, Ohio; and 48 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 8, in Carter Funeral Home, with Revs. Sterling Bolen, Jim Smith and Malcolm Wireman officiating. Burial was in the Shepherd Family Cemetery at David. Pallbearers were Kevin, Paul, Dwayne, Laymon and Olen Shepherd Jr.; Brian Bradley, David Smith and Kennith Little, and Billy, Rickie and Ronnie Prater. Honorary pallbearers were Mark Smith, John D. Hughes, John F., Donald R., Quillen Jr., Mark Wendell, Jo Ed, Matthew, Joe and Kyle Shepherd. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 23, 1990
SLONE, Marion Jr.
1926-1990
Oil Springs resident, Marion Slone Jr., 64, died Friday, May 25, at his residence. Mr. Slone was born January 27, 1926, in Johnson County, the son of Marion and Ruie Conley Slone. Surviving are one brother, Donald Slone of Oil Springs; one half- brother, Leonard Pickle of Oil Springs; and three half-sisters, Dora Mae Williams of Richmond, Michigan, and Romaine Davis and Garnet Sue Wright, both of Columbus, Ohio. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 29, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Conley Cemetery at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 30, 1990
SMITH, Carl
1905-1990
Retired groundskeeper, Carl Smith, 85, died Sunday, May 20, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Smith was born February 12, 1905, in Johnson County, the son of Thomas and Martilda Bowens Smith. He was retired from the Paintsville Country Club. Surviving are his wife, Judith Meek Smith; one son, Russell Smith of Wabash, Indiana; one daughter, Sue Carver of Flatwoods; one brother, Estill Smith of Thelma; one sister, Ruth Robinette of Albion, Michigan; and 11 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 22, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with C. C. Hall officiating. Burial was in the Sparks Cemetery at Thelma. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAR. 23, 1990
SPARKS, Gracie
1902-1990
Gracie Sparks, 87, died Tuesday, May 1, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Ms. Sparks was born October 10, 1902 in Johnson County, the daughter of Lafe and Ellen Salyer Sparks. Surviving are one sister, Lora Sparks, Oil Springs. Funeral services were held Friday, May 4, in Sugar Grove United Baptist Church, with Elders Lonza Reed, Eulas Adams and John G. Pelphrey officiating. Burial was in Sparks Cemetery at Flat Gap, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 9, 1990
SPARKS, Melissa (Green)
1910-1990
Funeral services were held Saturday, May 5, for Melissa Sparks, 79. Mrs. Sparks was born September 7, 1910 in Johnson County, the daughter of George and Mary Green. Surviving are her husband, Ira Sparks; five sons, Leslie and James Sparks, both of Mason, Ohio, Dewey Sparks, of Silver Grove, Ralph Sparks, of Lebanon, Ohio, and Bill Sparks, of Alexandria; five daughthers, Gladys Rice, of Chicago, Illinois, Hazel Rice, of Albany, Georgene Grainger, of Butler, Dorothy Jones, of Somerset, and Ruth Wade, of Albany; one brother, Frank Green, of New Holland, Ohio; one sister, Zora Sparks, of River, and 34 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Officiating at services in Georges Creek United Baptist Church were Kenneth Trimble and Irvin Preston. Burial was in McKenzie Cemetery at Lowmansville, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 09, 1990
SPRADLIN, Kenis
1916-1990
Retired miner, Kenis Spradlin, 74, died Wednesday, May 23. in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr Spradlin was born Marth 16, 1916 in Johnson County, the son of Chalmer and Zora Johnson Spradlin. Surviving arc his wife, Ida Spradlin; one daughler, Barbara Music, of Germantown, Ohio; one brother, Quentin Spradlin, of Hager Hill; and four sisters, Ruth Ward, of Wittensville, Janet Fyffe and Arlie Whitaker, both of West Van Lear, and Wilma Jean Butcher, of Springfield, Ohio. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 26, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, wuh David Mollett and Claude Mollett officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 30 1990
STAPLETON, Amanda (Daniel)
1911-1990
Tutor Key resident, Amanda Stapleton, 79, died Tuesday, May 1, in U.K. Medical Center. Mrs. Stapleton was born April 13, 1911 in Johnson County, the daughter of Luther and Savillar Preston Daniel. She was a member of River United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hansford Stapleton, in 1976. Surviving are four sons, Curtis, Clarence and Jimmy Stapleton, all of Tutor Key, and Ervin Stapleton, of River; one daughter, Esta Mae Price, of Mobile, Alabama; four sisters, Mary Meek, Goldie Castle and Gladys Castle, all of River, and Roberta Vanhoose, of Tuutor Key; and 22 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and one great- great-granchild. Funerala services were held Friday, May 4, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Londis Meek officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Tutor Key. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 09, 1990
STAPLETON, James
1925-1990
James Stapleton, 64, died Friday, May 4, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Stapleton was born November 1, 1925 in Johnson County, the son of Pat and Myrtle Stapleton. He was retired from the maintance department at American Standard. Surviving are his wife, Mary Franklin Stapleton; three stepsons, Gaylan Belvins and Chester Blevins, both of Hager Hill, and Lester Blevins, of Louisa; and six grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, May 6, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Frank Osborne officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Hager Hill. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 09, 1990
TACKETT, Noah
1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Noah Tackett, 81. Mr. Tackett was a member of the Church of God. Surviving are his wife, Daisy Laney Tackett; six sons, Thomas and Noah Jr, both of Whitehouse, Harry and David, both of Shiloh, Ohio, Sol, of Plymouth, Ohio, and Johnny, of Willard, Ohio; one daughter, Millie Laney, of Shiloh; one brother, Bill Tackett, of Lucasville, Ohio; and 20 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 17, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Jack Woody officiating. Burial was held in the family cemetery at East Point. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 23, 1990
VANHOOSE, Bert E,
1900-1990
Retired manager, Bert E. VanHoose, 90, died Sunday, May 27, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr VanHoose was born March 9, 1900 in Johnson County, the son of Harry and Martha Picklesimer VanHoose. He was retired from Branchland Supply Company, a member of the Freewill Baptist Church and a veteran of World War I. Surviving are his wife, Ora Preston VanHoose; one son, Leo Ottis VanHoose; of Cincinnati, Ohio; one daughter, Lettrice Joy Conley, of Paintsville; and four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 30, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Bob Benson and James K. Caudill officiating. Burial was in Preston Cemetery at Tutor Key. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 06, 1990
VARGO, Freddie Lee
1939-1990
River resident, Freddie Lee Vargo, 50, died Thursday, April 26, at his home. Mr. Vargo was born November 18, 1939 in Lawrence County, the son of Lewis and Etta Mae Price Vargo. He was a construction worker with Local 1445, Catlettsburg. Surviving are his wife, Bonnie Ward Vargo; and one sister, Billie Dove Workman, of Whitehouse. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 28, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Harrison Godshall officiating. Burial was in Vargo Family Cemetery at Patrick. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 02 1990
VAUGHAN, Mary
1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements for Mary Vaughan, 98. Mrs. Vaughan died Wednesday, April 18, in Oak Bluffs Nursing Home Clearwater Florida She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tobe D. Vaughan. Surviving are one son, Dr. Davis H. Vaughan, of Belleair, Florida; one daughler, Jane Price, of Largo, Florida, and six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held Monday, April 23, in Mayo Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 05 1990
WARD, Alka (Dale)
1913-1990
Funeral services were held Saturday, April 21, for Alka Dale Ward, 76. Mrs. Ward was born August 7, 1913 in Johnson County, the daughter of Blaine and Missouri Dale. Surviving are one son, Mantord Spradlin, of Paintsville, two daughters, Lena Palla and Bertha Mae Jones, both of Paintsville, three sisters, Bell Ramey, of Staffordsville, Addie Blevins, of Paintsville, and Oakie Salyers, of Oil Springs; and 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and one great-great- grandchild. Officiating ar services in Jones-Preston Funeral Chapel was Jerry Castle. Burial was in the family cemetery at Paintsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Mar.25 1990
WEBB, John W.
1915-1990
Retired miner, John Wesley Webb,75, died Tuesday, May 29, in Goodlark Medical Center, Dickson, Tennessee. Mr. Webb was born May 22, 1915 in Johnson County, the son of Alex and Amanda Butcher Webb. He was retired from Consolidated Coal Corp. Surviving are his wife, Loretta Moore Webb; two sons, John Webb Jr., of Sevierville, Tennessee, and Billy Ray Webb, of Jacksonville, Florida; four daughters, Sidney Clara Haupert, of Boca Raton, Florida, Dimple Hunt, of Callahan, Flordia, Diana Sue King, of Evening Shade, Arkansas, and Gerri Kassees, of Ocala, Florida; one brother, Arby Webb, of Van Lear and Clara Miller, of Bucyrus, Ohio; and 17 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 2, in Van Lear Freewill Baptist Church, with Charles Banks officiating. Burial was in Webb Family Cemetery at Van Lear, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 06, 1990
WELLS, Ethel (Jennings)
1903-1990
Meally resident, Ethel Davis Music Wells, 87, died Monday, May 7, in J.J. Jordan Geriatric Center. Mrs. Wells was born February 28, 1903 in Johnson County, the daughter of Kanawha and Cora Preston Jennings. She was a member of Buffalo United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by three husbands, John Davis, in 1947, John Music, in 1970, and Walt Wells, in 1983. Surviving are three sons, Russell Davis, of Bowie, Texas, Sterling Davis, of Alexandria, Ohio, and Howard Vencil Davis, of Canton, Mississippi; three daughters, Cora Davis Fairchild and Jean Carol McLaughlin, both of Meally, and Arbutus Music, of Sharon, Tennessee; and 20 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, May 11, in Buffalo United Baptist Church, with Lawrence Arrowood and Shady L. Walter officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 16, 1990
WELLS, Geraldine (Gullett)
1926-1990
Funeral services were held Monday, May 21, for Geraldine Gullett Wells, 63. Mrs. Wells was born September 6, 1926 in Johnson County, the daughter of Warren and Mollie McFaddin Gullett. She was a resident of Port Richey, Florida and was an inspector for Western Electric. Surviving are two sons, James Wells, of Columbia, South Carolina, and William Wells, of Ashville, North Carolina; one daughter, Doris Kirk, of Westerville, Ohio; and eight grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Edward J. Young officiating. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 23, 1990
WYNN, Carl (Martin)
1936-1990
Carl Martin Wynn, 53, died Thursday, May 31, in Louisville. Mr. Wynn was born October 1, 1936, to Carl and Mary Jo Wheeler Wynn. He was a school teacher. Surviving are his parents; his wife, Beverly Patrick Wynn; two daughters, Mary Margaret White, of Savanna, Georgia, and Elizabeth Timmons, of Borden, Indiana; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, June 3, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Gene Strange officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 06, 1990
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ADKINS, Opal (Harmon)
1990
Opal Harmon Adkins, 78, of Bromley, formerly of Paintsville and Auxier, died Monday, June 11, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center North. Surviving are her husband, Harry Adkins; two daughters, Melba Jean Whittmore and Kathleen Smith, both of Bromley; three brothers, Aubrey Harmon, of Neon, Eugene Harmon, of Dayton, Ohio, and Douglas Harmon, of Chillicothe, Ohio; two sisters, Dorothy, of Florida, and Faye, of Pikeville; and five grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral services were held in Ronald Jones Funeral Home at Ludlow. Burial was in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens at Taylor Mill. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jun.20 1990
ARMS, Orville
1915-1990
Funeral services were held Saturday, June 2, for Orville Arms, 74. Mr. Arms was born November 11, 1915 in Johnson Couniy, the son of Everett Arms and Minnie Webb. He was retired from Allied Chemicals and a resident of Chesapeake, Ohio. Surviving are his wife, Catherine Conley Arms; two sons, James and Billy, both of Chesapeake, Ohio; four daughters, Doris Prince, of Columbus, Ohio, Minnie Adkins and Betty Ransbottom, both of Chesapeake, and Linda Storey, of Corpus Christi, Texas; four brothers, Alvis Arms, of South Point, Ohio, Herbert Arms, Bill Arms and Wayne Arms; two sisters, Everetta Blanton and Vicki Bradley; and 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel were James Kelly Caudill and Dick VanHoose. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville Paintsvile Herald Wednesday Jun.06 1990
BAILEY, Nancy (Ramey)
1941-1990
Boons Camp resident, Nancy Bailey, 48, died Thursday, June 21, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Bailey was born August 31, 1941 in Tennessee, the daughter of Garland and Gladys Teater Ramey. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Bailey, in 1983. Surviving are her mother; two sons, Daniel Bailey, of Mare Creek, and Randy Bailey, of Johns Creek, one daughter, Ginger Kidd, of Harold; two brothers, J. R. Ramey, of Tennessee, and Roy Ramey, of South Carolina; one sister, Carol Breeden, of Knoxville, Tennessee; and four grandchildren Funeral services were held Sunday, June 24, in Mouth of Mud Church of Christ at Harold, with Red Lawson officiating. Burial was in Kidd Cemetery at Harold, with Bryan Fraley and Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jun.27 1990
BEVINS, Janet Nadene
1963-1990
Janet Nadene Bevins, 28, died Saturday, June 23. in Humana Hospital, Louisa. Ms, Bevins was born September 29, 1963 in Lawrence County, the daughter of Gomer and Gusta Burchett Bevins. Surviving are her parents; and one brother, Jeffery K Bevins, of Louisa. Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 26, in Old Hood United Baptist Church at Blaine, with Flem Arrowood and Charley Arrington officiating. Burial was in Marvin Sparks Cemetery at Blaine, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jun.27 1990
BLAIR, Everett Dwight
1966-1990
Everett Dwight Blair 23, died Tueaday, June 12. Mr. Blair was born November 29, 1966 in Johnson County. The son of Everett Din Blair and Effie Craft Picklesimer. He was employed by American Standard. Surviving are his wife, Melissa Ann Howard Blair; Jon-Erik Dwight Blair, of Tutor Key, one daughter, Maggie Ann Howard, of Tutor Key, one stepbrother, Micheal Din Blair, of Leander, four sisters Sheila Crum, Lisa Hellmandollar, Brenda Blair and Shauna Ray Picklesimer, all of Meally, and one step=sister, Melissa Lynn Blair. Funeral services were held Friday, June 15, in Jonee-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Elders Virsel Howard, Melvin Wright and Eugene May officiating. Burial was in Howard Cemetery Tutor Key. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jun.20 1990
BLAIR, Herbert J.
1898-1990
Herbert J. Blair, 91, died Thursday, May 11, in Mercy Medical Center, Springfield, Ohio. Mr. Blair was born September 14, 1898 in Johnson County, the son of James and Margarette Belle Ward Blair. When he was young he worked for the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. Big Sandy Division at Paintsville and then switched to farming, moving to Ohio, and was a Deacon Emeritus in the First Baptist Church of Fairborn, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his first wife. Norma Weddington Blair two infant children, a daughter, Mrs. James (Garnett) Bergin; a brother, Hubert; and two sisters, Hester Blair and Mrs Earl (Hazel) Horne. Surviving are his wife, Marjorie; one son and daughter-in-law, Herbert E. and Norma Blair, of San Antonio, Texas; one daughter, Virginia Blair, of New Carlisle, Ohio; two step-daughters. Mrs, William (Lois) Morris and Mrs. Kenneth (Georgiana) Smith; one sister, Mrs. Lloyd (Hattie) Baldwin, of Denver; two granddaughters, three great-grandchildren; and several step-grandchildren, step- great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, June 4, at 2 p.m., in the First Baptist Church of Fairborn, with Rev. Don McMurry officiating. Burial was in New Carlisle Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jun.06 1990
BURCHETT, Alcy (McKenzie)
1902-1990
Alcy Burchett Funeral services were held Sunday, June 17, for Alcy Burchett, 87. Mrs. Burchett was born June 28, 1902 in Johnson Counly, the daughter of Wallace and Katie Estep McKenzie. She was a member of the United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Burchett, in 1972. Surviving are two sons, Leondis Burchett, of Medway, Ohio, and LaVaughan Burchett, of Hesperia. California; two sisters, Martha Estep, of New Carlisle, Ohio, and Maggie Burchett, of Inez; and eight grandchildren and nine great- grandchildren. Officiating at services in Cold Springs United Baptist Church were Elders J. T. Bailey, Scottie Williams and Eulas Adams officiating. Burial was in Patty Falt Cemetery at Fuget, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jun.20 1990
CASTLE, Fannie (VanHoose)
1909-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Fannie V. Castle, 81, died Thursday, June 7, at her Louisa residence. Mrs. Castle was born February 5, 1909 in Johnson County, the daugh- ter of John and Lou Wellman VanHoose. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Verner Castle, in 1961. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Satur- day, June 9, in Meade's Branch Freewill Baptist Church, Louisa, with Rev. Junior Bevins officiating. Burial was in Greenlawn Ceme- tery at Louisa, with Paintsville Fu- neral Home in charge of arrange- ments. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 06-13-1990
COLLINS, Richard
1914-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Richard Collins, 75. Mr. Collins was born August 1, 1914 in Martin County, the son of Robert and Minnie Burchfield Collins. He was a retired miner and member of the Church of Christ. Surviving are his wife, Veneda Faye Dennison Collins; four sons, James Collins, of Van Lear, and Richard, Rex and Ray Collins, all of Hager Hill; three daughters, Mary Wells of Van Lear, and Willadean Spears and Joyce Ann Hagerman, both of Defiance, Ohio; one brother, Robert Collins Jr., of Wabash, Indiana; five sisters, Cordie Hill, Oshie May Martin and Jewell Watkins, all of Wabash, Pauline Kennedy, of Jacksonville, Florida, and Berice GarciA, of Oregon; and 17 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral servvices were held Tuesday, June 12, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with J.M. Scott officiating. Burial was in Collins Cemetery at Van Lear. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 20, 1990
CRUM, William
1892-1990
Boons Camp resident, William Crum, 98, died Monday, June 4, in Elkhorn City Nursing Home. Mr. Crum was born December 21, 1892 in Johnson County, the son of James and Katheryn Honeycutt Crum. He was a retired logger and pipe line worker and member of the Little Friendship United Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Blanche Williams Crum, in 1969, and one son, Everett Crum Jr. Surviving are one son, James Crum, of Meally; three daughters, Ethel Daniel Estep, of Boons Camp, Minnie Walker, of Van Lear, and Edna Taylor, of Portsmouth, Ohio, and 32 grandchildren and 68 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 7, in Little Friendship United Baptist Church, with Elders Claude Mollett, Glenn Penix and Vern Walter officiating. Burial was in the family Cemetery at Boons Camp, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday June 13 1990
FAIRCHILD, Wilburn
1914-1990
Wilburn "Squib" Fairchild, 75, died Saturday, June 23, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Fairchild was born August 30, 1914 in Johnson County, the son of Lawrence "Tuck" and Lida VanHoose Fairchild. He was a retired miner and member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Maxie Burke Fairchild; one son, Gary Dean Fairchild, of Long Island, New York; three daughters, Madonna Sue Heidenslich, of Troy, Ohio, Linda Lou Warlin, of Dayton, Ohio, and Virginia Bruch Cannon, of Landstuhl, West Germany; one brother, Edward Fairchild, of Lakeland, Florida; one sister, Lila Mae Clifton, of Van Lear; and 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, June 25, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Edgar "Dick" VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Burke Cemetery at Oil Springs. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 27, 1990
FRALEY, David D.
1949-1990
Retired salesman, David Darrell Fraley, 41, died Friday, June 29, in Columbus, Ohio. Mr. Fraley was born February 7, 1949 in Johnson County, the son of Delmar and Gladia Ratliff Fraley. He was retired from Bandag Tire Co. Surviving are his wife, Brenda McKenzie Fraley; two sons, Paul, of New Port Richey, Florida, and Duane, of Columbus; one daughter, Kim Stewart, of Columbus; five brothers, Carlos, of Columbus, Bill, of Henderson, Dean, of Grand Blanc, Michigan, and Larry and Ron, both of Flint, Michigan; and five sisters, Barbara Maupin, of Flint, Michigan, Ann Treggue, of St. Paul, Minnesota, Marlene Tyre, of Thelma, Rose Reid, of Columbus, and Marsha Meek, of Paintsville. Funeral services were held Monday, July 2, in Eastside Freewill Baptist Church, with Bob Baker and Harry Frisby officiating. Burial was in Fraley Family Cemetery, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 07-11-1990
GARNETT, Mary (May)
1928-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Mary L. May Garnett, 62. Mrs. Garnett was born March 20, 1928, in Johnson County, the daughter of David B. and Emma George May. She was a clerk for the Veterans Referral Center. Surviving are her husband, James E. (Jimmy) Garnett; two sons, James D. Phelps of Indianapolis, Indiana, and David L. Phelps of Lexington; one brother, Chalmer May of Baltimore, Maryland; one sister, Reva Meek of Paintsville; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, June 11, in the First Christian Church, Paintsville, with Bob Benson officiating. Burial was in Mayo Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 13, 1990
GUNNING, Ruth (Meade)
1905-1990
Retired School Teacher, Ruth Meade Gunning, 84, died Friday, June 29, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Gunning was born August 6, 1905 in Johnson County, the daughter of Fred and Lula Butler Meade. She was retired from the Paintsville schools and a member of the First Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Gunning Sr., in 1986. Surviving are one son, Robert Gunning Jr., of Chapin, South Carolina, three sisters, Mrs. Crate Rice, Mrs. W.C. Bailey and Mrs. Hysell Burchett, all of Paintsville, and three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, July 1, in the First Baptist Church, with Donald Yeager, Willard Wilcox and Rick Floyd officiating. Burial was in Meade Cemetery at Staffordsville, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were Rob Gunning, Dwight Burchett, Mathew Burchett, Harold Bell Rice, Eugene Rice, Fred Rice, Phillip Gunning, Rick Floyd, Rick Bailey, Willard Wilcox and Billy Welch. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday July 4 1990
HALL, Paul B.
1897-1990
Dr.Paul B. Hall, age 93 years, 4 months and 18 days, died Saturday evening at his home in Paintsville. Dr. Hall was born in Johnson County Janaury 21, 1897, to the late John Melvin and Ellen Davis Hall, both of Johnson County. Dr. Hall is preceded in death by his wife, Blanche Ward Hall; two brothers, Dr. Lloyd Hall and Dr. Lon C. Hall; and one sister, Neva Hall. Surviving are two sons, Dr. R.A. Hall and Jams E. Hall, both of Paintsville; two brothers, C. Mitchell Hall, of Lexington, Rev. C.C. Hall, of Paintsville; one sister, Mrs. Lenore Gullett McClellan, of Paintsville; and three grandchildren and one-great grandhcild. Dr. Hall attended Paintsville High School and was a graduate of the Class of 1916. He furthered his education by attending the University of Kentucky and the Medical College of the University of Louisville, from which he graduated with the degree of Doctor of Medicine in 1923. His education was interrupted by serving in the Navy during World War I. Dr. Hall returned to Paintsville in 1924 to join the medical staff of the Paintsville Hospital, where he later served as president for 43 years. Dr. Hall achieved a considerable reputation in the medical profession, and was a member of the following medical organizations; Johnson County Medical Society, Kentucky Medical Association, American Medical Association, Johnson County Board of Health, South East Surgical Society, Paintsville Hospital and Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center Staff, as well as C & O Railway surgeon for many years. In addition to his medical achievements, Dr. Hall gained civic prominence in his close association and services with the following organizations: president-board of trustee's for First National Bank of Paintsville, Paintsville City School Board, University of Kentucky Fellows, University of Kentucky Trustee, K-Man Association-University of Kentucky, University of Louisville Athletic Hall of Fame, Morehead State University Board of Regents, Kentucky Library Trustee (1969), president of the Kentucky State Golf Association, Paintsville Rotary Club, Paintsville Masonic Lodge #381 F&AM for over 60 years, past chairman of the Johnson County Library Board and Johnson County Sports Hall of Fame. Funeral services for Dr. Hall were held Monday, June 11, at 3 p.m., in the Mayo Memorial United Methodist Church in Paintsville. Burial was in the Hall Davis Cemetery at Davis Branch in Paintsville, with Jones-Preston Funerl Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 13, 1990
HELTON, Lillian (Ward)
1903-1990
Wittensville resident, Lillian Ward Helton, 87, died Wednesday, June 13, in the Methodist Hospital, Pikeville. Mrs. Helton was born January 31, 1903 in Johnson County, the daughter of Henry Lee and Cinda Reed Ward. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Helton, in 1972. Surviving are one son, Henry Helton, of Findlay, Ohio; and one daughter, Betty Land, of Waller, Texas. Funeral services were held Friday, June 15, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. James K. Caudill officiating. Burial was in Highalnd Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 20, 1990
HICKS, Ivo Lee
1912-1990
Retired driller, Ivo Lee Hicks, 78, died Saturday, June 23, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Hicks was born May 22, 1912 in Ohio County, Kentucky, the son of Joseph and Viola Hamilton Hicks. Surviving are his wife, Susie Stapleton Hicks; three sons, Alvin, of Alabama, and Melvin and Ivo Jr., both of Texas; one daughter, Martha Hulfnagel, of Dalton, Illinois; two sisters, Sally Medcalf, of Narrows, and Maxiene Husk, of Owensboro, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 26, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Bob Benson officiating. Burial was in Baldridge Family Cemetery at Hager Hill. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 27, 1990
KIMBLER, George
1908-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for George Kimbler, 82. Mr. Kimbler was born April 19, 1908 in Johnson County, the son of Albert and Ada Walker Kimbler. He was preceded in death by two wives, Vadia Gullett Kimbler and Mamie Kimbler. Surviving are one son, Robert Kimbler, of Yucoipa, California; one daughter, June Marie McCarty, of Denver; one brother, Harold Kimbler, of Cambell River, B.C. Canada; and 11 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 31, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Edgar VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Town Cemetery at Paintsville. PH Wed. 6-06-1990
LESTER, Helen (Rowland)
1912-1990
Bryan Fraley and Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Hazel Rowland Lester, 77. Mrs. Lester was born December 29, 1912 in Johnson County, the daughter of Doc and Stella Curtis Rowland. Surviving are her husband, Ottie Lester; two sons, Gary Lester, of Van Lear, and Ray Lester, of Lexington, two daughters, Sue Branham of Meally, and Judy Hughes of Ashland; one brother, Earl Rowland, of Springfield, Ohio, four sisters, Ruth Ratliff, of Delbarton, West Virginia, Margie Robinson, of Greenup, and Lizzie Saunders and Gladys Thompson, both of Indiana; and eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, June 24, in Bryan Fraley and Son Funeral Home, with Rev. Issac Rowland and Sam Ratliff Jr officiating. Burial was in Rowland Cemetery at Whitehouse. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jun.27 1990
MCCLOUD, James H.
1990
Former Thealka resident, James H. McCloud 59, f Winter Haven, Florida, died Friday, June 1, at his residence. Mr. McCloud was a warehouseman at Lowe's and a member of the Baptist faith. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korea War. Surviving are his wife, Betty Jean McCloud; two sons, James, of Lake Wales, Florida, and Jerry, of Beauty; one brother, Perry McCloud, of Glouster, Virginia; and one sister, Mildred Fitzpatrick, of East Point. Crisp-Coon Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 20, 1990
MILES, Roberta (Booth)
1932-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Roberta LeMaster Miles, 57. Mrs. Miles was born December 31, 1932 in Johnson County, the daughter of Lon and Bessie Dawson Booth. She was a member of the Richardson Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Lemaster, in 1975. Surviving are her husband, Eugene Miles; two sons, Paul Michael Lemaster and Rick Allen Lemaster of River; two daughters, Teresa Goble and Melissa Lemaster, both of West Van Lear; four brothers, Everett Booth of West Van Lear, Clifford Booth of Van Lear, Bill Booth of Springfield, Ohio, and Earl Booth of Columbus, Ohio. One sister, Louise Chandler of Paintsville, and two grandchildren, Amanda Goble and Michael Keith Lemaster. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 28, in the Preston Funeral Home Chapel with Clarence Lemaster and Darrell Ratliff officiating. Burial was in Miles Cemetery at Whitehouse. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 4, July 1990
MOLLETT, Frank D.
1925-1990
Frank D. Mollett, 64, of Shelby, Ohio, died Monday, June 25, at his Shelby, Ohio home. Mr. Mollette was born August 17, 1925 in Johnson County, the son of the late James W. and Rhoida Alice Sammons Mollett. He was a coal miner in Kentucky and Virginia before moving to Ohio in 1966. He was employed at the Central Ohio Warehouse in Shelby and Firestone Tire and Rubber in Dayton. He attended Tiro United Baptist Church and was a member of the United Mine Workers Union and the United Rubber Workers Union. He was preceded in death by two brothers, three sisters, an infant daughter and a stepson. Surviving are his wife, Mary Varner Mollette; one son, Gary Mollette, of Shelby, seven daughters, Carol Wertz of Brandon, Florida; Debra Gundrum of Hilliard, Ohio; Evelyn Kubitz of Columbus, Ohio, Pamela Mollett, of Sulphur Springs, Ohio, Devone Williams, of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Tammy Smith, of Shelby, and Michelle Mollett, of Cincinnati, Ohio; three sisters, Anna Ward, of Shelby, Loretta Music, of Paintsville, and Ruby Delany, of Gallipolis, Ohio; and 13 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, June 29, in the Turner Funeral Home, with Rev. Gary Adkins officiating. Burial was in Crawford County Memory Gardens. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.04 1990
MUNCY, Mary (Penix)
1909-1990
Williamsport resident, Mary Penix Muncy, 81, died Saturday, June 23 in Champaign Nursing Home, Urbana, Ohio. Mrs. Muncy was born June 4, 1909 in Johnson County, the daughter of Elias and Fannie Pack Penix. She was a member of Old Friendship Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Muncy, in January 1990. Surviving are two sons, Eugene Vencil Muncy, of Williamsport, and James Alfred Muncy of Martin; two daughters, Brenda Fannin, of Springfield, Ohio, and Nannie Reable Collins of Huntington, W.Virginia; and 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 26, in Old Friendship United Baptist Church with Revs. Ivan Butcher, Claude Mollette and Shade Lee Walters officiating. Burial was in the Penix Family Cemetery at Williamsport, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 4, July 1990
MURPHY, Tella
1916-1990
Funeral services were held Sunday, July 1, for Tella Murphy, 74. Mrs. Murphy was born May 9, 1916 in Johnson County, the daughter of Henry and Julia Meadows Murphy. Surviving are two sisters, Susie Ward Wells, of Wittensville, and Thelma Frith of Paintsville. Officiating at services in Jones Preston Funeral Home Chapel were James Kelly Caudill and Dick Vanhoose. Burial was in the family cemetery at Stambaugh. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 4, July 1990
PATTERSON, Nancy (Patrick)
1945-1990
Nancy Patterson Former Johnson County resident, Nancy Jeanette Patterson, 45, died Saturday, June 16, in Gallion Community Hospital, Gallion, Ohio. Ms. Patterson was born January 20, 1945, the daughter of Marion Grimm and Maudie Grimm Patrick. She was employed by ITT North. Surviving are one sister, Francis Grimm, of East Point. Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 19, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home, with James K. Caudill and Paul Wayne Browning officiating. Burial was in Roy Meadows Cemetery at Nippa. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 20, 1990
PIERCE, Floyd Jr.
1924-1990
Funeral services were held Saturday, June 23, for Floyd Pierce Jr., 66. Mr. Pierce was born January 15, 1924 in Johnson COunty, the son of Floyd Pierce Sr. and Mytie Thompson Pierce. He was a retired welder. Surviving are his wife, Audrey Baldridge Pierce; two sons, Larry Pierce, of Hager Hill, and Gary Pierce, of Wittensville; one sister, Josephine Webb, of Springfield, Ohio; and five grandchildren. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel was Chuck Slone. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 27, 1990
RAMEY, George A.
1922-1990
Former Oil Springs resident, George A. Ramey, 68, of Shelby, Ohio, died Tuesday, June 19, in Shelby Memorial Hospital. Mr. Ramey was born January 22, 1922 in Johnson County, the son of the late Nathaniel and Stella Mae Salyers Ramey. He retired from the Shelby Mutual Insurance Company in 1978, was a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church in Shelby and was an Army veteran of WWII. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Virginia Severns, and five sisters. Ramey is survived by his wife, Mary Lee Click Ramey; one son, George Roger Ramey, of Hollywood, California; four daughters, Jannie Smith and Vickie Tackett, both of Shelby, Delorse Moore of Tiro, Ohio and Kathy Fagg of Whichita Falls, Texas; two brothers, Edward Ramey, of Riceville, and William Ramey, of Prestonburg; three sisters, Jewel Ramey, of Paintsville, Garnet Horn, of Amanda, Ohio, and Audrey Gilbert, of South Point, Ohio; 22 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, June 22, in the First Freewill Baptist Church in Shelby with the Revs. Herman Copley and Monty Perry officiating. Burial was in Oakland Cemetery in Shelby, with Turner Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 27, 1990
SLONE, Malissa (Wells)
1907-1990
Retired schoolteacher, Malissa Wells Slone, 83, died Monday, June 4, at her residence. Mrs. Slone was born February 27, 1907, in Johnson County, the daughter of Isaac Seamore and Mary Dutton Wells. She was a member of Mayo United Methodist Church and Eastern Star Lodge 320. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Augustus D. Slone, MD, in 1968. Surviving are two sons, William Slone of Williamsport and James S. Slone of Tucker, Georgia; one sister, Mrs. H. C. (Ellen) Dutton of Williamsport, and four grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 7, at 1 p.m., in Mayo United Methodist Church, with Rev. William Pollack officiating. Burial will be in Mayo Cemetery, with Paintsville funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 6, 1990
SPRADLIN, Quentin A.
1919-1990
Retired miner Quentin A. Spradlin, 70, died Sunday, June 17, in King's Daughters' Medical Center, Ashland. Mr. Spradlin was born September 9, 1919 in Johnson County, the son of Chalmer Spradlin and Zora Johnson Spradlin. Surviving are his wife, Lucille Music Spradlin; two sons, Quentin C. Spradlin, of Paintsville, and Ricky D. Spradlin, of Hager Hill; three daughters, Peggy Joyce Meade, of Hager Hill, Linda G. Kuhn, of Greenfield, Indiana, and Debra L. Ford, of Lawrenceburg; four sisters, Ruth Sparks, of Wittensville, Janet Fyffe and Arlie Whitaker, both of West Van Lear, Wilma Jean Butcher, of Springfield, Ohio; and nine grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, today, June 20, at 2 p.m., in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Billy Ford and Jeff Stanley officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Hager Hill. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 20, 1990
VIRSE, Pansy (Fraley)
1907 1990
Pansy Fraley Virse, 82, died Saturday, June 9, in Mingo Mountain Manor Nursing Home, Williamson, West Virginia. Mrs. Virse was born November 17, 1907 in Johnson County, the daughter of Alfonzo Fraley and Rova Austin Fraley. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dola Virse, in 1984. Surviving are one son, James R. Virse, of Belfry; one daughter, June Venturion, of Williamson; and four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, June 11, in Jones-Preston Fu- neral Home Chapel, with Marty Penix officiating. Burial was in Auxier Relocation Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jun-13-1990
WAUGH, Alice R (Nichols)
1925-1990
Former Johnson Countian Alice Ruth Nichols Waugh died Saturday, June 9 in Lebanon, Virginia. Mrs. Waugh was born May 10, 1925 at Thealka, the daughter of the late Bill and Hulda Sparks Nichols. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hershel Waugh in 1987. Surviving are three sons, Roger, Ronald and Jerry, all of Lebanon; three daughters, Debbie Branham, of Oklahoma, Connie, of Tennessee, and Sherrie, of Lebanon; two brothers, Edward Nichols, of Sitka, and Donald Nichols, of Staffordsville; one half brother, Roy Nichols, of Logan, Ohio; two sisters, Mary Allen, of Prestonsburg, and Betty Jo Bradley, of Ypsilanti, Michigan; and 10 grandchildren. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 27, 1990
WEBB, Arbie
1903-1990
Arie Webb, 87, died Wednesday, June 20, in Paul B, Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Webb was born March 25, 1903 in Johnson County, the son of Alex and Amanda Butcher Webb. He was a retired miner. Surviving are two sisters, Nora Butcher, of Van Lear, and Clara Miller, of Bucyrus, Ohio. Funeral services were held Saturday June 23,in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Charles Banks officiating. Burial was in Webb Cemetery at Van Lear. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jun 27 1990
WEBB, Dorothy (Blair)
1910-1990
Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 12, for Dorothy Blair Webb, 79. Mrs. Webb was born December 24, 1910 in Johnson County, the daughter of John and Rosa Colvin Blair. She was a member of the United Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Jimmie Webb; two daughters, Herma Lee Salyers and Pauline Adams, both of Staffordsville; five brothers, Bayless Blair, of Jackson, Ohio, Grady Blair, of Paintsville, Granville Blair, of Wheelersburg, Ohio, Wayne Blair, of Staffordsville, and Paul Blair, of Dola, Ohio; one sister, Maxine Lemaster, of Salyersville; and seven grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Officiating at services in Little Paint United Baptist Church at Oil Springs were Elders Francis Blair, Phillip Caudill and Freddie Salyers. Burial was in the family cemetery at Staffordsville, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 13, 1990
WHITTAKER, Alta (Clark)
1922-1990
Auxier resident, Alta Mae Whittaker, 68, died Sunday, June 3, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Whittaker was born January 26, 1922, in Floyd County, the daughter of Dow and Sallie Baldridge Clark. She was a retired nurse and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Ballard Whittaker; one son, Paul Gordon Whittaker of Grove City, Ohio; two daughters, Cheryl Whittaker of Auxier and Joyce Wells of Medina, Ohio; one brother, Douglas Clark of Lakeland, Georgia; one sister, Elsie Fraim of Buchanan, West Virginia; and eight grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, June 6, at 2 p.m., in Auxier Freewill Baptist Church, with Dough Burkett and Roger Music officiating. Burial will be in the family cemetery at Auxier, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 6, 1990
WHITTAKER, Matthew
1894-1990
Matthew Whittaker, 95, died Sunday, June 10, in Columbus, Ohio. Mr. Whittaker was born August 5, 1894, in Lake City, Tennessee, the son of William Whittaker. He was a retired miner. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ida Mae Rowland Whittaker. Surviving are three sons, John of Columbus, Charlie of Obetz, Ohio, and Ballard of Auxier; and 16 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, and 18 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, June 13, at 11 a.m., in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 13, 1990
JULY - 1990
ADKINS, Bobby E.
1931-1990
Bobby E. Adkins, 59 died Monday, July 30, at his West Van Lear residence. Mr. Adkins was born April 19, 1931 in Johnson County, the son of Kent and Allie Blair Adkins. He was a reared truck driver with Alfred Rice Trucking. Surviving are two daughters, Oralee Sadler, of Stambaugh, and Leeann Adkins, of Denver; two brothers, Hubert Lee Adkins, of West Van Lear, and Kenneth Adkins, of Tipp City, Ohio; two sisters, Nellie Adkins, of West Van Lear, and Joyce Ann Music, of Wabash, Indiana; two grandchildren; and several stepchildren; and step-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, August 2, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Kenny Collins and Roger Hill officiating. Burial was in Lakeview Memorial at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Aug.08 1990
ARMS, Sonda Denise
1990
East Point teen killed in mishap A 16-year-old Johnson County girl was killed Monday when the all- terrain vehicle she was riding apparently overturned at Bear Hollow near East Point. Funeral services are set for Friday, July 6,at Johnson Central High School for Sonda Denise Arms, of East Point, who was to have been a junior at the high school this fall. Miss Arms reportedly died in-flight as she was being transported by HealthNet helicopter Monday evening from Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center to St. Mary's Hospital in Huntington, West Virginia. A spokesperson for Burchett's Ambulance Service said Miss Arms was injured at about 7:30 p.m. Monday when a four-wheeled all-terrain vehicle she was riding overturned. A member of the JCHS Marching Eagle Band. Miss Arms is survived by her parents, Robert and Charlene Williams Arms, and a brother. Robert Douglas Arms, 11, all of East Point. She was also a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Funeral services will be held at 11 am. Friday in the cafeteria at Johnson Central. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.04 1990 Sonda Arms Sonda Denise Arms, 16, died Monday, July 2, in St. Mary's Hospital, Humington, West Virginia. Ms. Arms was born May 8, 1974 in Johnson County, the daughter of Robert and Charlene Williams Arms. She was a student at Johnson Central High School, where she was a member of the band, and was a member of thc Church of Jesus-Christ of Latter Day Saints. Surviving are her parents; one brother, Robert Douglas Arms; her paternal grandparents, Bill and Malta Tackett Arms of East Point; and her maternal grandmother, Edna Williams, of Oil Springs. Funeral services were held Friday July 6, in the cafeteria at Johnson-Central, with Elders Glen Kirk and Pete Grigsby Jr. officiating. Burial was in Arms Cemetery at East Point, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.11 1990
BEVINS, John R.
1920-1990
Former Paintsville resident, John R. Bevins, 69, died Thursday, June 28, in Plainwell, Michigan. Mr. Bevins was born September 29, 1920 in Williamson, West Virginia, the son of the late John R. and Anna Bevins. He was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Justice. Surviving are his wife, Louise; three sons, John R. Bevins of Florida and James D. and Larry D. Bevins, both of Plainwell; one brother, Don Bevins, of Arizona; one sister, Doris Cole, of Kansas City, Missouri; and seven grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 30, with Pastor Raymond J. Towsend officiating. Burial was in Hillside Cemetery at Plainwell, with Marshall-Gren Golden Role Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.04 1990
BLAIR, Billie
1927-1990
Retired miner, Billie Blair, 63, died Tuesday, July 3. Mr. Blair was born April 8,1927 in Johnson County, the son of Taylor and Minerva Lewis Blair. Surviving are his wife, Erma Blair, one son, Jeffrey Neil Blair, of Van Lear; two daughters, Diana Sue Blair and Erlene Ditty, both of Paintsville; one brother, Norman Jerry Blair, of Wabash, Indiana; two sisters, Alene Kepple and Peggy Fife, both of Wabash; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 5, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Roger Hill officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.18 1990
BORDERS, Raymon
1914-1990
Former Paintsville resident, Rev. Raymon Borders, 76, of Springfield, Ohio, died Tuesday, July 3. Mr. Borders was born July 26, 1914 in Paintsville, the son of John and Martha Sparks Borders. He has been a Springfield resident for over 50 years. He retired in 1968 from International Harvester Company following 18 years of service and served as a driver for the Elderly United for the past three years, for 50 years he was an ordained minister with Holiness Tabernacle Inc. (interdenominational) where he served as an evangelist and radio minister on WCHO, Washington C.H., Ohio for many years. For the past 10 years he attended the Clifton Avenue Church of God. Surviving are his wife, Betty P. Riley; four sons, Larry, Danny, David and Marvin, all of Springfield; two stepsons, Jerry Stewart, of Springfield, and Mike Stewart, of DeGraff, Ohio; two daughters, Shirley Berry, of Urbana, Ohio, and Betty Jo Dobson, of Springfield; two brothers, Estell and Buell Borders, both of Urbana; and 9 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, July 6, in Inkling-Williams Funeral Home, Springfield, with Revs. Donald A. Cox, Randall Huston and Clyde Webb officiating. Burial was in Glen Haven Memorial Gardens. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.11 1990
BROOKS, James A.
1927-1990
James Aubrey Brooks, 63, died Saturday, July 7, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Brooks was born April 12, 1927 at Betsy Layne, the son of Orva and Josephine Rice Brooks. He was a retired teacher from the Floyd County school system. Surviving are his wife, Mildred S. Brooks; one son, Mike Brooks, of Betsy Layne; and two daughters, Suzie LeMaster, of Hager Hill, and Jeanne Jenkins, of Estill, and seven grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 10, in Boldman Freewill Baptist Church, with Belmont Johnson and Steve Hazelette officiating. Burial was in Davidson Memorial Gardens, with Hall Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 18, 1990
CASTLE, Andy
1923-1990
Offutt resident, Andy Melvin "June" Castle, 66, died Sunday, July, 22, in Highlands Regional Medical Center Mr. Castle was born August 13, 1923 in Johnson County, the son of Oscar and Jenny Wiley Castle. He was retired from Carter Steel, Bellefontaine, Ohio. Surviving are his wife, Mary Castle; four sons, Andy Jr., of Huntsville, Ohio, Tommy, of Offutt, Lon, of Bellefontaine, and Roger, of Wayne, Arkansas; three daughters, Leona Williams, of Tampa, Florida, Linda Meyer, of Bellefontaine, and Brenda Williams of Zephyrhills, Florida; one brother, Cleb Castle, of Offutt; and 19 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, July 25, at 2 p.m., in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Laney Cemetery at Offutt Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.25 1990
CASTLE, Geneva (Sturgill)
1990
Geneva Sturgill Castle, 74 died Sunday, July 1, in Mt. Carmel West, Columbus, Ohio. Mrs Castle was born in Johnson County, the daughter of Millard F. and Elizabeth Salyers Sturgill. She was a retired housekeeper from Sheraton Hotel Columbus, and a member of the United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James O. Castle, in 1969 Surviving are four sons, Charles, of Newark, Ohio, Millard, of Red Bush, Doyle, of Huntington, West Virginia, and Donnie, of Columbus; five daughters, Patty Ryan, of Columbus, Ohio, Sharlett Gilpin, of West Jefferson, Ohio, Mary Long, of Thorneville, Ohio, Elizabeth Arthur, of Groveport, Ohio, and Debbie K. Inscore, of Newark, Ohio; two brothers, Clifford Sturgill, of Thealka, and Millard Jr., of Lorraine, Ohio; three sisters, Sarah Rhodes, of Springfield. Ohio, Margie Robins, of Jenkins, and Lucinda Collins, of Salyersville; and 19 grandchildren and 12 great-grand-children. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, July 4, at 11 a.m., in Barnetts Creek United Baptist Church, with Elders Phillip Caudill and Kenny Pelphrey officiaiing. Burial will be in Johnson County Memorial at Staffordsville, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.04 1990
CASTLE, Glen R.
1947-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Glen Richard Castle, 43, of Hen- dricks, died Thursday, July 26, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Castle was born July 6, 1947 in Johnson County, the son of James Edward and Hattie Marie Ratliff Castle. He was employed as a heavy equipment operator, was an Army Vietnam Veteran and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Shirley Arnett Castle; his mother, Hattie Marie Ratliff Castle; two sons, James Scott and Jeffery Bryant Castle, both of Hendricks; one brother, Don Edward Castle, of Paintsville; and his paternal grandfather, Jayole Castle, of Staffordsville. Funeral services were conducted Sunday, July 29, at the Salyersville Freewill Baptist Church, with Revs. Dick Vanhoose and Jimmy Davis of- ficiating. Burial was in the family cemetery with Dunn-Kelly/Prater and Dunn Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 08-08-1990
COLLINS, Edna (DeLong)
1909-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Edna Collins, 80. Mrs. Collins ws born December 17, 1909 in Floyd County, the daughter of Alex Delong and Virginia Goble Delong. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Collins, in June 1977. Surviving are one son, George Collins, of Frankfort; one daughter, Virginia Lee Martin, of Fallsburg; two sisters, Anna Snapp, of Centerville, Indiana, Mary Shadle, of Bloomington, Indiana; and six grandchildren and nine grea-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 6, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Hondel Adams officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JULY 18, 1990
CRAFT, Zona (Harris)
1907-1990
Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Zona Harris Craft, 83. Mrs. Craft was born May 6, 1907 in Johnson County, the daughter of Maywood and Clista Slone Harris. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willis Craft, in 1984. Surviving are two brothers, Woodrow Harris and Herb Harris, both of Flat Gap; two sisters, Pearlie Lyons, of Springfield, Ohio, and Loula Hamilton, of Pataskala; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, July 16, in Bryan Fraley and Son Funeral Home, with Rev. Jerry Castle officiating. Burial was in Proctor Slone Cemetery at Sitka. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday July 18 1990
DANIEL, Jesse Paris
1912-1990
Jesse Paris Daniel died Tuesday, July 31, in Mt. Washington Care Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born December 12,1912 in Paintsville, the son of the late Eugene Sr. and Anna Verona Preston Daniel. He was a World War II veteran. Surviving are his wife, Ethel Webb Daniel, of Milford, Ohio; one daughter, Libby Lyon, of Newman, Ohio; four grandchildren, all of Wharton, Ohio; two nieces; and many cousins, one of whom residents in Paintsville, Catherine Chandler. Memorial services were held Friday, August 10, in The Milford First United Methodist Church. Interment services for his cremains will beheld Saturday.September 1, in the lower Mayo Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Aug.29 1990
DANIEL, Margie (Preston)
1908-1990
Margie Daniel, 82, died Tuesday, July 17, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Daniel was born February 12, 1908 in Johnson County, the daughter of William James and Myrtle Spears Preston. She was a member of River United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, CJprt Daniel, in 1974. Surviving are one son, Cort Daniel Jr., of River; one daughter, Joyce Young, of River; four brothers, Paul Preston, of Van Lear, Raymond Preston, of Boons Camp, Homer Preston, of Williamsport, and William James Jr., of Kettering, Ohio; and three sisters, Barbara Franklin, of River, and Irene Parsons and Stella Craig, both of Catlettsburg. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 19, in River United Baptist Church, with Bruce Howard, Londis Meek and J. D. Rice officiating. Burial was in Isom Daniel Cemetery al River, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.25 1990
GRIM, William E.
1899-1990
Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 11, for William Edgar Grim, 91, of Bushnell, Florida. Mr. Grim was born May 27, 1899 in Johnson County, the son of Louis and George Ann Williams Grim. He was a retired merchant and machinist and a member of the First Baptist Church in Webster, Florida. Surviving are his wife, Pauline Niles Grim; one son, James Lewis Grim, of Vienna, Virginia; five daughters, Louise Grim, and Jerry LaCombs, both of Atlanta, Georgia, Juanita Folds, of Griffin, Georgia, Helen Grim, of Vero Beach, Florida, and Betty Freeman, of Lacy's Spring, Alabama; two brothers, Walter Grim, of River, and Thurman Grim, of Nippa; two sisters, Bessie Picklesimer and Zelphia Grim, both of Ft. Pierce, Florida; and 14 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Officiating at services in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, was James Kelly Caudill. Burial was in Grim Family Cemetery at Nippa. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday July 18 1990
HACKWORTH, Ella J.(Ramey)
1883-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Ella J. Hackworth, 96, died Saturday, July 28, in Indian Trail Nursing Center, Carey, Ohio. Mrs. Hackworth ws born October 9, 1893 in Johnson County, the daughter of Henry and Elizabeth Ramey. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Hackworth. Surviving are one son, James Hackworth, of Findley, Ohio; three daughters, Beatrice Sizemore, Ival Ealey anad Irene Williams, all of Carey; one brother, Tommy Ramey, of Springfield, Ohio; two sisters, Hattie Blanton, of Canton, Ohio, and Ruby Franklin, of Portsmouth, Ohio; and 30 grandchildren, 70 great-grandchildren and 47 great- great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 31, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was in Dickson Cemetery at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday August 01, 1990
HARMON, Charles
1916-1990
Retired time keeper, Charles Fred Harmon, 74 died Friday, July 20, in V.A. Hospital, Huntington, West Virginia. Mr. Harmon was born March 14, 1916 in Floyd County, the son of William and Lucy Harmon. He was retired from the Department of Highways and was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Francis Elizabeth Riffe Harmon, in 1971. Surviving are one son, Rick Potter, of North Carolina; one daughter, Linda Meek, of River; and five grandchildren and three great-grandhcildren. Funeral services were held Monday, July 23, in Bryan Fraley and Son Funeral Home, with Revs. Herb Arms, Venny VanHoose and Londis Meek officiating. D.A.V. Chapter 136 conducted military graveside rites. Burial was in Richmond Cemetey in Paintsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JULY 25, 1990
HYDEN Adeline (Colvin)
1940-1990
Adeline Hyden,49, died Saturday, July 14,in Duke Hospital, Peru,Indiana. Mrs. Hyden was born November 22, 1940 in Johnson County, the daughter of Wayne Colvin and Hazel Lemaster Colvin and the stepdaughter of Johnnie Preston. Surviving are her husband, Roedolph Hyden; her stepfather; three stepsons, Ballard Hyden, of Kokomo, Indiana, John Hyden, of Florida, and David Hyden, of Warsaw, Indiana: one daughter, Patty McBride, of Prestonsburg: one stepdaughter, Vi Netherton, of Texas; two brothers, Bobby Gene Colvin, of Flat Gap, and William Amos Colvin, of Covington, Louisiana; four sisters, Lynn E. Frost, of Flat Gap, Joyce Tackett, of Sitka, Annis Deloris McKaney, of Dayton, Ohio, and Phyliss Hyden, of Mentone, Indiana; and six stepgrandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, July 18, at 1 p.m. ,in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Father Joseph Muench officiating. Burial will be in the family cemetery at Stambaugh. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.18 1990
JOHNSON, Beatrice (Rice)
1911-1990
Hager Hill resident, Beatrice Johnson, 79, died Tuesday, July 10, in Riverview Nursing Home. Mrs. Johnson was born October 30, 1911 in Floyd County, the daughter of Judd and Margaret Music Rice. Surviving are her husband, Robert M. Johnson; one son, Lowell Dean Johnson, of Hager Hill; two daughters, Marlene McNeil, of Jonesville, Virginia, Bonnie Bogan, of Columbia, Missouri; three brothers, Thomas Rice, of Hager Hill, and John D. Rice and Virlie Rice, both of East Point; three sisters, Vertice Cartmell, of Prestonsburg, and Lois Richardson and Avonell Conley, both of East Point; and six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, July 13, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel with James Kelly Caudill and Paul Browning officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville. PH Wed. 7-18-1990
KESTNER, Orville
1990
Orville Kestner, 77, died Saturday, July 14, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Kestner was born January 20, 1913 in Johnson County, the son of Malcolm and Clara Colvin Kestner. Surviving are his wife, Ruie Blair Kestner; three sons, Joe, of Hager Hill, and Carroll and James, both of Paintswville; one daughter, Billie L. Caudill, of Swamp Branch; two brothers, Elzie and Alvis, both of Hager Hill; two sisters, Geneva Rice, of Dayton, Ohio, and Dixie Conley, of Hager Hill; and seven granchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 17, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Revs. Herbert Arms and Clarence Lemaster officiating. Burial was in Kestner Cemetery at Hager Hill. PH Wed. 7-18-1990
MAY, Lucille (Hitchcock)
1914-1990
Van Lear resident, Lucille May, 76, died Tuesday, July 3, in Hazard Nursing Home. Mrs. May was born February 20, 1914 in Johnson County, the daughter of Benjamin Hitchcock and Vir- gie Spradlin and the stepdaughter of Jpsie Caudill Hitchcock, She was a member of the United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gail May, in 1983. Surviving are two sons, Paul May, of Leander, and Jack May of Fuget; two daughters, Patsy Butcher, of Van Lear, and Janet Horne, of Paintsville; one sister, Zetta Caudill, of Denver; and 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 5, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Elders Rutherford Blair and Jerry Colvin officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Leander. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.11 1990
MCKENZIE, Frances (VanHoose)
1940-1990
Head start teacher, Frances (Frankie) McKenzie, 49, died Friday, July 20, in St. Joseph Hospital, Lexington. Mrs. McKenzie was born October 18, 1940 in Floyd County, the daughter of Jay and Rushie Church VanHoose. She was employed by the Paintsville City School and was a member of the Paintsville United Baptist Church. Surviving are her mother; her husband, Paul Richard "Mickey" McKenzie; one son, Paul David McKenzie, of Staffordsville; two stepdaughters, Virginia Mae Goff and Deborah Forren, both of East Point; one brother, Johnny Ray VanHoose, of Salyersville; seven sisters, Geraldine Smith, of Staffordsville, Doris Ross, of West Liberty, Sue Prime, of Louisa, Wanda Conley, of Falcon, Lois Jordan, of Royalton, Brenda LeMaster, of Pontiac, Michigan, and Tammy VanHoose, of Salyersville; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, July 23, in Paintsville United Baptist Church, with LaFrance Rigsby and John Red Pelphrey officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville, with Prston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY AUGUST 1, 1990
MONTGOMERY, Reva (Slone)
1931-1990
Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 24, for Reva Montgomery, 59. Mrs. Montgomery was born February 4, 1931 in Johnson County, the daughter of Alfred and Ruehemmie VanHoose Slone. Surviving are her husband, Marvin Montgomery; one son, Howard M. Jones, of Boons Camp; and nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel were James Kelly Caudill and Dick VanHoose. Burial was in Daniels Cemetery at Sitka. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 25, July 1990
PERKINS, Dick
1931-1990
Services for Dick Perkins, 59, of Carey, Ohio, were held Saturday, July 14. Mr. Perkins was born June 8, 1931 in Johnson County, the son of Willie and Nola Collins Perkins. A former employee at Claycraft Brick, Perkins had been a trackman the past 10 years on the CSX Railroad. He attended the Freewill Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by three brothers, one sister and one half brother. Surviving are his wife, Edna Conley; three sons, Phillip and Johnny, both of Carey, and Joey, at home; and one daughter, Helen Nye, of Carey; two brothers, Ernest, of Fostoria, Ohio, and Haskel, of Wharton, Ohio; two sisters, Ruby Gossman and Gladys “Patsy” Click, both of Carey; three half brothers, Jimmy Perkins, of Upper Sandusky, Ohio, Clarence Perkins, of Kentucky, and Powell Perkins, of Michigan; five half sisters, Norma Whittaker of Kentucky; Ruth Davis, of Columbus, Ohio, Ginger Turner, of Alabama, and Geraldine Linn and Mary Mullins, both of Indiana; and six grandchildren. Officiating at services were Revs. Leondus Taylor and Billy Turner. Burial was in Spring Grover Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JULY 18, 1990
PRICE, Shannon
1972-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangments for Shannon Price, 17. Mr. Price was born December 16, 1972 in Magoffin County, the son of Donald Eugene and Dorothy Tackett Price. He was a student at Johnson Central High School. Surviving are his mother; three brothers, Frank and Donald, both of Whitehouse, and Phillip, of Van Lear; and three sisters, Maurice Allen, of VanLear, Patricia Chaffin, of Salyersville, and Penny Cook, of Williamsport. Funeral services were held Monday, July 16, in Meally Pentecostal Church, with Edgil Stevens officiating. Burial was in Price Cemetery at Whitehouse. Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 25, 1990
RICE, Clarence
1915-1990
West Van Lear resident, Clarence Rice, 75, died Tuesday, July 3, at his residence. Mr. Rice was born January 7, 1915 in Letcher County, the son of Robert and Sally Leslie Rice. He was a carpenter with F. S. VanHoose Lumber Co. and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Lore Marie Taylor Rice; one son, Danny Martin Rice, of Paintsville; one daughter, Wendolyn Cheryl Castle, of Nippa; one sister, Christine Grimes, of Springfield, Ohio; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 5, in Tom's Creek Freewill Baptist Church, with James Kelly Caudill and C. C. Hall officiating. Burial was in Wells-Buckingham Cemetery al Paintsville. with Jones- Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.18 1990
SCOTT, Buck
1931-1990
Buck Scott, 59, died Saturday, July 28, in St. Joseph Hospital, Lexington. Mr. Scott was born April 22, 1931, in Johnson County, the son of Herbeern and Mary Blair Scott. He was employed as a coal miner for Chessie System and was a member of the Pentecostal Church. Surviving are his wife, Billie Marie Arms Scott; five sons, Jerry, Ronald, Lon, E. H. and Bucky, all of Swamp Branch; four daughters, Nancy Blair of Hager Hill, Sharon Tackett of Riceville, and Leatrice Click and Teresa Scott, both of Swamp Branch; three sisters, Cledith Hannah of S. Solan, Ohio, and Katherine Litteral and Edna Fae Blanton, both of Swamp Branch; and 11 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 31, in Riceville Church, with Melvin Blanton and Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Oil Springs, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JAN. 1, 1990
TACKETT, Maude (Litteral)
1909-1990
Maude Tackett, 80, died Sunday, July 15, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Tackett was born August 28, 1909 in Magoffin County, the daughter of John and Minnie Gullett Litteral. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Tackett, in 1950. Surviving are two sons, Jesse Tackett Jr., and Thomas Tackett, both of Paintsville; five daughters, Ora Johnson, Imogene Gussler and Shirley Dorton, all of Paintsville, Estelle Reed, of Meally, and Libby Foley, of Prestonsburg; and 21 grandchildren, 32 great- grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 17, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Vennie VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Town Cemetery in Paintsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 18, 1990
TOMSIC, Timothy M.
1971-1990
Timothy M. Tomsic, 18, died Saturday, July 14. Mr. Tomsic was born August 29, 1971, the son of Dorothy Fouts. He was a student at the University of Kentucky. Surviving are his mother, two half brothers, Terry L. Fouts, of Wittensville, and Phillip Fouts Jr., of Ligonier, Indiana; and one half sister, Kathy Bouser, of Ligonier. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 17, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Bob Benson officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 18,1990
TRAVIS, Edna D. (Knapp)
1908-1990
Edna D. Knapp Travis, 82, died Wednesday, July 4, in Hillcrest Nursing Home, Peebles, Ohio. Mrs, Travis was born April 11, 1908 in Scioto County, Ohio, the daughter of John W. and Mary M. Gilmore McCallister. Surviving are one son, Robert Knapp, of Marion, Ohio; four daughters, Lucinda Cantrell, of West Van Lear, Dorothy J. Zornes of Vanceburg, and Margaret Fraley and Clora Mae Feather; one sister, Hazel Conley, of Washington Courthouse, Ohio; and four grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and four great-great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 7, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Elder John Red Pelphrey officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 11, 1990
WEBB, Alice (Sherman)
1904-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Alice M. Wells, 86. Mrs. Wells was born June 8, 1904 in Floyd County, the daughter of George and Leota Music Sherman. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paris Wells, in 1970. Surviving are one son, Carl Lee Wells, of Springfield, Ohio; three daughters, Roberta Baldwin, of Paintsville, Jean Arrowood, of River, and Ruth Harding, of Bardstown; three half brothers, Willie Sherman, of Florida, Everett Lee Sherman, of Michigan, and Thurston Sherman, of Springfield; two half sisters, Alma Clifford abd Janice Gilbert, both of Springfield, Ohio; and 24 grandchildren, 32 great- grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 24, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Eddie Young officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday August 01, 1990
WILLIAMS, Robert W
1908-1990
Robert W. Williams, 81, died Monday, July 30, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Williams was Born October 8, 1908 in Magoffin County, the son of George and Elizabeth Jenkins Williams. He was a retired coal miner and member of the United Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Vina Spriggs Williams; and one son, Robert Williams Jr., of Prestonsburg; five daughters, Anna Ruth Williams, of Meally, Joan Williams, od Thelma, and Shelba Muncy, Wanda McCarty and Betty Powers, all of Springfield, Ohio; one brother, Russell Williams, of Fairborn, Ohio; and eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, August 1, at 11 a.m., in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Gary Blair officiating. Burial will be in Williams Cemetery at Meally. Paintsville Herald Wednesday August 01, 1990
YORK, Judy (Spradlin)
1947-1990
Denver resident, Judy Spradlin York, 43, died July 26, in Breckenridge Nursing Home, Lexington. Mrs. York was born June 19,1947 in Johnson County, the daughter of Walter and Ruie Arms Spradlin. Surviving are her father; her husband, Curtis Spradlin; two sons,John and Jason York, both of Denver, three daughters, Angela York, of Florida, and Wilhelmina York and Judy Kay York, both of Denver; two brothers, Roy and Joe Spradlin, both of Denver; and three sisters, Neva Billiter, of Riceville, Joann Pelphrey, of Franklin, Ohio, and Ruth Conley, of Springfield, Ohio. Funeral services were held Monday, July 30, in Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home, with Carl Baldridge officiating. Burial was in Spradlin Cemetery at Denver. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Aug.01 1990
AUGUST - 1990
BLANTON, Sanford Franklin
1914-1990
Retired farmer, Sanford Franklin Blanton, 76, died Wednesday, August 22, in the Huntington, West Virginia Veterans Hospital. Mr. Blanton was born July 2,1914 in Johnson County, the son of William and Lola Colvin Blanton. He was a veteran of World War II. Surviving are his wife, Thoral Daniel Blanton; and two aunts, Bertha Stambaugh and Verna Butler. Funeral services were held Friday, August 24, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. John F. Ramey officiating. Burial was in Blanton Cemetery at Volga. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Aug.29 1990
BLEVINS, Pluma
1910-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Pluma Blevins, 79. Mr. Blevins was born November 1, 1910 in Johnson County, the son of Elzie Floyd Blevins and Rhonda Clark. He was a retired farmer. Surviving are his wife, Patsy Pelphrey Blevins; two sons, Harold Cecil Blevins, of Oil Springs, and Wayne Roger Blevins, of Staffordsville; six daughters, Georgene Salyers and Opal Ward, both of Paintsville, Anna Blancett, of Staffordsville, Edith Haley, of West Van Lear, Imogene Paine, of Dayton, Ohio, and Neva Whitt, of Lexington; three brothers, Calvin C. Blevins, of Staffordsville, Herbert Blevins, of Dayton, and Israel Blevins, of Louisville; three sisters, Runa Dye, of Lewisburg, Ohio, Rusha Dye, of Algeria, Ohio, and Elsia King, of Staffordsville, and 22 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 28, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Euel McKenzie officiating. Burial was in Blevins Family Cemetery at Barnetts Creek. Paintsville Herald Wednesday AUG.29 1990
BURCHETT, Cline
1917-1990
Cline Burchett, 72, died Thursday, August 9, at his Gulnare residence. Mr. Burchett was born September 18, 19l7 in Floyd County,the son of Bill and Virgie Cline Burchett. He was retired from Kentucky-West Virginia Gas Company and a member of Piso Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth Runyon Burchett; one son, Bill Claude Burchett, of Pikeville; two daughters, Lillie Virginia (Jennie) Pelphrey of Paintsville and Johnda Cline Billiter, of Pikeville; one sister, Billie Virginia Little, of Prestonsburg; and four grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, August 13, in J.W.Call and Son Funeral Home, with Bill Maynard officiaiing. Burial was in York Mausoleum. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Aug.15 1990
BURKE, Rosie (Sparks)
1929-1990
Funeral services were held Thursday, August 30, for Rosie Burke, 61. Ms. Burke was born September 16, 1929 in Johnson County, the daughter of Ora Burke and Hanner Sparks. Surviving are three brothers, Robert Burke, of Stambaugh, and Buel and Ottie Burke, both of Columbus, Ohio; and one sister, Murlie Owens, of Columbus. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel was Dick Vanhoose. Burial was in Emmett-Fields Cemetery at Flat Gap. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 05, 1990
DAVIS, Moncie (Trimble)
1894-1990
Paintsville Funerl Home is in charge of arrangements for Moncie Davis, 96. Mrs. Davis ws born February 12, 1894 in Johnson County, the daughter of Sherman and Shellie Williams Trimble. She was a member of the United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Vint Davis, in 1973. Surviving are two sons, Clarence Davis of Oil Springs, and Wendaell Davis, of Columbus, Ohio; and three grandchildren, eight great- grandchildren and four great-great-grandchldren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, August 22, at 11 a.m. in the United Baptist Church at Barnetts Creek, with Elders Phillip Caudill, Kenny Pelphrey and Wayne Blair officiating. Burial will be in Davis Cemetery at Oil Springs. PH Wed. 8-22-1990
EIGENSEE, Jesse Irene (Kerns)
1919-1990
Jessie Irene Kerns Eigensee, 71, of Pataskala, Ohio, died Monday, August 20, in St. Ann's Hospital. Mrs. Eigensee was born April 4, 1919 in Johnson County, the daughter of the late Clarence and Ella Kerns. She was retired from Western Electric and a member of Summit Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Herman Eigensee. Surviving are one son, Jack Eigensee, of Canal Winchester, Ohio; six brothers, Jack, Douglas, and Kenneth Kerns, all of Ohio, Richard Kerns, of Tennessee, James Kerns, of Tutor Key; three sisters, Neva Evelyn Brown, of Volga, Grace Barber, of Paintsville, and Ruth Maddox, of West Virginia; two grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 22, at Warren F. Kauber Funeral Home in Pataskala, by Rev. Charles Turner. Burial was in Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Pallbearers were his brothers and nephew James L. Castle. PH Wed 8-29-1990
FLETCHER, Richard
1921-1990
Richard Fletcher, 69, died Saturday, August 25, in his Oil Springs home. Mr. Fletcher was born March 12, 1921 in Ohio, the son of Elliott and Lucy Barnett Fletcher. He was a mechanic with A & A Auto Wrecking in Lima, Ohio. Surviving are his wife, Delores Bayes Fletcher; two sons, Willis Fletcher, of Oil Springs, and Danny Fletcher, of Corbin; four daughters, Leslie Fletcher, of Oil Springs, Sherry Hensley and Brenda Ware, both of Salyersville, and Diane Maynard, of Buffalo, New York; three brothers, Paul and Ed Davis, both of Lima, Ohio, and Johnnie Sizemore, of Salyersvile; three sis- ters, Janice Watkins, of Lima, Loudena Perkins, of Corbin, and Betty Sizemore, of SAlyersville; and 17 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, August 27, in Paintsville Fu- neral Home Chapel, with Revs. John K. Watkins and Bob Jordan officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial Park at Staffordswille. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 08-29-1990
HALL, Gusta (Williams)
1908-1990
Gusta Williams Hall, 82, died Tuesday, August 28, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Hall was born May 1, 1908 in Johnson County, the daughter of William Patton Williams and Mollie Vaughn Williams. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Rev. C.C. Hall; two sons, Joe Davis and Harold Gene Hall, both of Paintsville; and three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Friday, August 31, in the First Freewill Baptist Church, Paintsville, with Revs. Herb Davis and Jessie Fyffe officiating. Burial was in James McHenry Davis Cemetery at Davis Branch, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 05, 1990
HART, Jeff Alan
1961-1990
Gravesite services were held Monday August 20, for Jeff Alan Hart, 29, of Battlecreek, Michigan. Mr. Hart was born March 27, 1961 in Michigan, the son of Jack E. Hart of Battlecreek, and Judith Hart Huss, of Cincinnati, Ohio. He was a warehouse manager. Surviving are his parents; his wife, Patricia Blanton Hart; one son, Patrick Hart; one daughter, Jennifer Hart; and one brother, Phil Hart, of Battlecreek. Officiating at services was Rev. Harold Salyer. Burial was in Bayes Cemetery at Oil Springs, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of local arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY AUGUST 22, 1990
HONEYCUTT, Sylvia (Dawson)
1909-1990
Sylvia Ethel Honeycutt, 80, of Van Lear, died Monday, August 27, at her home after an extended illness. Mrs. Honeycutt was born December 6, 1909, in Morgan County, Kentucky, the daughter of James and Bessie Bolin Dawson. She was a member of the Hurricane United Baptist Church, Williamsport, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Honeycutt, in 1984; her son Harold Clifford, in 1960; her son Cecil Jr., in 1985; and her daughter Opal Honeycutt Caudill, in 1989. Surviving are one son, Palmer Honeycutt of Wabash, Indiana; four daughters, Helen Stambaugh, of Hager Hill, Alice Clatos, of Wayne West Virginia, Charlotte Johnson, of Van Lear, and Frances Childress, of Fort Myers, Florida; three brothers, Ersel Dawson, of Beaver, Ohio, Shirley Dawson, of Arleta, California, and Roy Dawson, of Atascadero, California; two sisters Beatrice Honeycutt, of Inez, and Minnie Potter, of Flatwoods; and 20 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Officiating at services in the Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel were Hobart Pack and Mitchell Baldwin. Burial followed in the family Cemetery at Van Lear. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday September 5 1990
HUNT, June (Arms)
1935-1990
June Arms Hunt. 55, died August 5, in Tuscon, Arizona. Mrs. Hunt was born June 27,1935 in Johnson County, the daughter of Bruce and Grace Arms. She was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Surviving are four daughters, Wanda Nelson, Naomi Pabst, Michelle Hunt and Sheryl Black; two brothers, Jessie Robert Arms, of Urbana, Ohio, and Nellis Arms of Mansfield, Ohio; one sister, Mary Clark, of West Mansfield, Ohio, and three grandsons. Funeral services were held Thursday, August 9. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery in Tuscon. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Aug.08 1990
KESTNER, Nell (Claywell)
1936-1990
Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Nell Claywell Kestner, 54. Mrs. Kestner was born February 12,1936 in Hamlin, West Virginia, the daughter of Walter and Flora Burns. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, James Arville Keetner; two sons, Gene Claywell, of Magnolia, and Ricky Claywell, of Versailles; three stepsons, James A. Kestner, of Germany, Paul Ray Kestner, of Thelma, and Allen Kestner, of Paintsville; two daughters, Donna Young, of Cape Coral, Florida, and Brenda Nunn, of Magnolia: three stepdaughters, Elizabeth Kestner Blanton, of Flat Gap, and Leisa Kestner Gray and Melina Kestner, both of Paintsville; three brothers, Stanley Burns, of Palimo, West Virginia, Chester Burns, of Dayton, Ohio, and Donald Burns, of Xenia, Ohio; and two daughters, Mary Christine Carter,of Ona, West Virginia, and Reba Mollette, of Meally; and 20 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Saturday, August 11, in Southside Freewill Baptist Church, with Rev. Larry Smith and Brother David Campbell officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Pallbearers were Jerome Mollette, Raymond Lucas, Tom Yates, Danny Vance, Harold Gene Claywell Jr. and Michael Burns. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Aug.15 1990
MCCARTY, Clyde
1908-1990
Maintenance foreman, Clyde McCarty, 81, died Saturday, August 18, at his Oil Springs residence. Mr. McCarty was born December 24, 1908 in Johnson County, the son of Oscar and Leander William McCarty. He was emplyoed by the Kentucky Department of Highways and a member of the United Baptist Chruch. Surviving are his wife, Gusta Blanton McCarty; four sons, Charles, of Sparr, Florida, Dewey, of Catlettsburg, Jim, of Ft. Meade, Florida, and David, of Ulysses; one daughter, Karen Ousley, of Oil Springs; one brother, Joe McCarty, of Ashland; three sisters, Jessie Lemaster of Oil Springs, Dollie Salyer, of Westwood, and Ester Reynolds, of Ashland; and 18 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 21, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Elders J.T. Bailey and Roy Coffee officiating. Burial was in McCarty Cemetery at Oil Springs. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY AUGUST 22, 1990
MCELDOWNEY, Victoria (Cooper)
1911-1990
Victoria C. McEldowney, 79 of Charleston, West Virginia, died Saturday, August 11, in Marmet Health Care Center. Mrs. McEldowney was born in Paintsville October 6, 1911, the daughter of John H. and Beatrice Preston Cooper. She was a member of Kanawha United Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Hysel P. Cooper, R. Thomas Cooper, Lawrence Cooper and John E. Cooper. Surviving are her husband, Robert McEldowney; one son, Robert McEldowney III, of Charleston; one daughter, Pamelia Kelly, of Ohio; and three grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. A memorial service was held Wednesday, August 15, at the Kanawha United Presbyterian Church. Barlow-Bonsall Funeral Home was in charge of arrangeents. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY AUGUST 22, 1990
MEEK, Flem
1902-1990
Boones Camp resident, Flem Meek, died Saturday, August 25, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Meek was born February 6, 1902 in Johnson County, the son of Aaron and Susan Butcher Meek. He was a retired miner. Surviving are his wife, Myrtle Daniel Meek; one brother, Willis "Doc" Meek, of Boons Camp; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, August 27, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Londis Meek officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Boons Camp. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 29, August 1990
MORRIS, Ricky Dean
1956-1990
Truck driver, Ricky Dean Morris, 33, died Sunday, August 12. Mr. Morris was born October 6, 1956 in Floyd County, the son of Sherrill and Joann Tackett Morris. Surviving are his parents; and one brother, Sherrill Morris Jr. of Paintsville. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, August 15, at 1 p.m., in Bryan Fraley and Son Funeral Home, with Rev. Kenny Collins officiating. Burial will be in Lakeview Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 15, August 1990
SISCO, Emily Sue
1973-1990
Emily Sue Sisco, 17, of Lagro, Indiana, died Wednesday, August 8, from injuries suffered in a pedestrian-train accident. Ms. Sisco was born April 12, 1973, in Paintsville, the daughter of Donald and Teresa Fitzpatrick Sisco. She had lived in Lagro for 2½ years and was a member of the Church of God. Surviving are her parents; one brother, John Paris Sisco, at home; one sister, Kimberly L. Sisco, at home; and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Fitzpatrick of East Point and Ruby Sisco of Meally. Funeral services were held Saturday, August 11, at the Garrett and Sloane Colonial Mortuary, with Pastors Ralph Johnson and Ron Lane officiating. Burial was in Memorial Lawns Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY AUG. 22, 1990
STURGILL, Clifford
1913-1990
Thealka resident, Clifford Sturgill, 78, died Wednesday, August 8, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Sturgill was born April 24, 1913 in Johnson County, the son of Millard and Elizabeth Salyer Sturgill. He was retired from the city of Paintsville where he was street maintenance manager and was a member of the Paintsville United Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Leona Pelphrey Sturgill; one stepson, John R. Pelphey, of Allen; one daughter, Jewell Sturgill, of West Van Lear; one brother, Millard Sturgill Jr., of Loraine, Ohio; three sisters, Margie Robbins, of Jenkins, Sarah Rhoades, of Dayton, Ohio, and Lucenina Collins, of Salyeresville; and two grandchildren, one great-grandchild, four step-grandchildren and five step-great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, August 10, in Paintsville United Baptist Church, with Londis Meek and LaFrance Rigsby officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial Cemetery, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday August 15, 1990
WARD, Paul
1929-1990
Boons Camp resident, Paul Ward, 61, died Monday, August 27, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Ward was born January 12, 1929 in Johnson County, the son of Lorenz and Delia Preece Ward. He was a self-employed carpet installer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise Spriggs Ward, in March 1985. Surviving are one, Paul Daniel Ward, of Marietta, Georgia; two brothers, Lorenz Ward Jr., of Paintsville, and Frank Ward, of Fairborn, Ohio; one sister, Frances Conley, of Dayton, Ohio; and three granddaughters. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 29, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Edgar N. VanHoose officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Boons Camp. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 05, 1990
WILLIAMS, Vonie
1990
Vonie Williams, 68, of Pleasant Plain, Ohio, died Saturday, August 18. Mr. Williams was born at Oil Springs, the son of the late Dord and Phoeba Williams. He was an Air Force, Veteran of World War II, worked as an assembler for General Electric until 1968, and worked as a construction worker as a builder. He was a member of the Penetecostal Church. He was preceded in death by a brother, Dow Williams, and a sister, Dixie Wells. Surviving are his wife, Mavis; one son, Kenneth, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; one daughter, Elaine Hughes, of Richwood, West Virginia; five brothers, Robert and Bill Williams, bolh of Circleville, Ohio, Roger, Sam and Donald Williams, all of Mt. Sterling, Ohio; five sisters, Jewell Johnson, Edna Mae Adams and Ruby June Scaggs, all of Mt. Sterling, Ohio, Edith Carol Adams, of Beavercreek, Ohio, and Beulah Sparks, of Georgia; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were Tuesday, August 21, at Vale Funeral Home in Morrow, Ohio, with Revs. Bill W. Lamb, Morris Hopkins and Larry Isaacs officiating. Burial was in Morrow Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep-05-1990
SEPTEMBER - 1990
ARMS, Betty (Blair)
1933-1990
Betty Arms, 56, died Monday, September 17, in St. Mary's Hospital, Huntington, West Virginia. Mrs. Arms was born September 27, 1933 in Johnson County, the daughter of Estill and Julie Blair. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Arms, in 1987. Surviving are one son, David Anthony Arms, of Hager Hill; one daughter, Joan Kathern Arms, of Hager Hill; two brothers, Jim Blair, of Hager Hill, and Carl Blair, of Clarksville, Tennessee; and one sister, Helen Arms, of Hager Hill. Funeral services were held Thursday, September 20, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Tommy Reynolds and Matthew Boyle officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial at Staffordsville Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.26 1990
BAILEY, Erie (Evans)
1901-1990
Funeral services were held Sunday, September 9, for Erie M. Bailey, 88. Mrs. Bailey was born November 19, 1901 in Johnson County, the daughter of George and Genett Katherine Rose Evans. She was a member of the United Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband Elder J. T. Bailey; three sons, James Holman Bailey, of Summit, Thomas Lurray Bailey, of Norris, Tennessee, and Andrew Lowell Bailey, of Flat Gap; four daughters, Jewell Evelyn Lemaster, of Marion, Indiana, Edna Hildreih Cox, of Westwood, Wil ladean Skaggs, of Catlettsburg, and Genett Lorell Ison, of Lexington; and 17 grandchildren, 17 greatgrandchildren and five great-great- grandchildren. Officiating at services in the United Baptist Church of Paintsville were Elders Arthur "Tiny" Breeding and Roy Coffee. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.12 1990
BLAIR, Marie (Whittaker)
1900-1990
Marie Blair, 90, died September 16, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Blair was born February 22, 1900 in Floyd County, the daughter of James and Rebecca Puckett Whitaker. She was a member of the Whitaker Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Everett Blair, in 1969. Surviving are seven sons, Crate, Cecil, Raymond and Everett Blair, all of Leander, Archie Blair, of Miamisburg, Ohio, Clay Blair, of West Van Lear, and Earl Blair, of Franklin, Ohio; and 14 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and 26 great-great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 19, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Lowell Pelphrey and Edward Young officiating. Burial was in Blair Cemetery at Leander. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.26 1990
BURKE, Walter S.
1906-1990
Funeral services were held Mon- day, September 24, for Walter Scott Burke, 84. Mr. Burke was born August 11, 1906 in Johnson County, the son of Grant and Addie Clifton Burke. He was preceded in death by his wife, Estella Collins Burke; four sons, Estill, of Sitka, William and Chester, both of Marrowbone, and Randall, of Chicago, Illinois; four daughters, Lena Daniel, of Louisa, Mable Vicker, of Kingsport, Tennes- see, Janice Sur Overton, of West Alexandria, Ohio, and Tessie Wil- liams, of Whitehouse; three brothers, Richard and Robert Burke, both of Van Lear, and Estill Burke, of Wabash, Indiana; and 30 grandchil- dren and several great-grandchil- dren. Officiating at services in Preston Funeral Home Chapel was J. M. Scott. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 10-03-1990
COLLINS, Robert Jr.
1921-1990
Former Paintsville resident, Robert Collins Jr., 69, died Tuesday, September 4. Mr. Collins was born April 2, 1921 at Daniels Creek, the son of the late Robert Sr. and Minnie Burchfield Collins. He was an eastern Kentucky coalminer, worked at Wabash Alloy, where he retired in 1974, was a member of the Wabash Freewill Baptist Church, Wabash American Legion VFW, ABC Bowling Association and served during the war. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lydia Mae Butcher in August 1987, one son and two brothers. Surviving are four sons, James, of Paintsville, Robert and Timothy, both of Wabash, and Kenneth, of Marion, Indiana; three daughters, Geraldine Hyden, Shirlene Minnick and Judy Harland, all of Wabash; five sisters, Cordie Hill, Oshie Martin and Jewel Watkins, all of Wabash, Pauline Kennedy of Jacksonville, Florida and Bernice Garcia, of Phoenix, Arizona; 16 grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. FUneral services were held September 8, in Wabash Freewill Baptist Church, with Revs. Bobby Webb and Pete Powell officiating. Burial was in Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Huntington County, Indiana, with Garrett & Sloane Colonial Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.12 1990
COLLINS, Veneda (Dennison)
1921-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Veneday Faye Collins, 69. Mrs. Collins was born May 23, 1921 in Johnson County, the daughter of James and Dixie Penix Dennison. She was a member of the Highland Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Collins, in June 1990. Surviving are four sons, James, of VanLear, and Richard Jr., Rex Allen and Ray Dewayne, all of Hager Hill; three daughters, Mary Wells, of Van Lear, and Willadean Spears and Joyce Ann Hagerman, both of Defiance, Ohio; five brothers, James Dennison Jr., of West Van Lear, R. W. Dennison, of Tennessee, and Pervis, Arlo and Leo Dennison, alll of Wabash, Indiana; three sisters, Louise Wells of Van Lear, May Flower Crum, of Boons Camp, and Yvonne Mollett, of West Van Lear; and 20 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 4, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Benny Blankenship and J.M. Scott officiating. Burial was in Collins Cemetery at Van Lear. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday September 12 1990
CRACE, Eunice (Wilcox)
1920-1990
Barnetts Creek resident, Eunice Wilcox Grace, 70, died Wednesday, September 19, in Central Baptist Hospital, Lexington. Mrs. Grace was born August 18, 1920 in JOhnson County, the daughter of John and Rosa Nell Wilcox. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Raymond Crace; five brothers, Clifton Wilcox, of West Van Lear, Gayle Wilcox, of Staffordsville, Johnny Wilcox, of Flat Gap, Charles Wilcox, of Michigan, and James Wilcox, of Thealka; and three sisters, Ann Blevins,of PainLsville, Kathleen Berry, of New York, and Jean Ward, of Virginia. Funeral services were held Sunday, September 23, at Fairview Freewill Baptist Church, with Revs. Donald Caudill and Arthur Harmon officiating. Burial was in Crace Cemetery at Barnetts Creek, with Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.26 1990
DAVIS, Ann (Adkins)
1916-1990
Ann Skeens Davis, 74, of Pikeville, died Saturday, September 29, at Riverview Manor Nursing Home in Prestonsburg. Mrs. Davis was born April 22, 1916, in Floyd County, the daughter of the late Will and Victoria Clark Adkins. She was a retired dietary supervisor from the Pikeville Methodist Hospital and was a member of the Pikeville Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Miles Skeens, in 1938, and Troy Davis; two brothers and two sisters. Surviving are one son, Miles Skeens of Pikeville; one daughter, Mary Davis Minton of Hager hill; two brothers, Virgil Adkins of Redford, Michigan; and Bert Adkins of Pikeville; and four grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 2, in Justice Funeral Home Chapel, Pikeville. Burial was in Annie E. Young Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCT. 10, 1990
DEBOARD, Willard
1913-1990
Willard DeBoard, 77, died Thursday, September 20, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. DeBoard was born July 11, 1913 in Lawrence County, the son of John Garfield DeBoard and Mary Jane Griffith. He was a retired miner and member of the Freewill Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice DeBoard, in 1987. Surviving are four sons, Kenneth, of Thelma, and John, Glen and Wayne, all of Wabash, Indiana; three daughters, Charlotle Ratliff, of Mousie, Mildred Schonborn, of Glouster, Ohio, and Brenda Fitzpatrick, of Lexington; five half brothers, Wilbur, John, James, Paul and Dean DeBoard; three half sisters, Maxine Kronish, Ann VanHorn and Olive DeBoard; and 17 grandchildren and 11 great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 22, in East Side Freewill Baptist Church, Thelma, with Harry N. Frisby officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, with Jones- Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.26 1990
EVANS, Mae (Thomas)
1904-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Mae Evans, 86, died Septmber 20, at the Columbus, Ohio home of her son. Mrs. Evans was born February 4, 1904 in Johnson County, the daughter of Mutt and Lou Thomas. She was retired from Buckeye Union Insurance Company in Columbus and was a member of the Greenleaf Road Freewill Baptist Church in Columbus. Surviving are three sons, Mont Evans, of Martha, Fred Evans, of Columbus, and Donald R. Evans, of Sunbury, Ohio; two daughters, Hazel Hamilton of Galena, Ohio, and Pauline Patrick, of Glenville, Georgia; one sister, Georgia Skaggs, of Minerva, Ohio; and 13 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 24, with Rev. Roger Fletcher officiating. Burial was in Sunbury Memorial Park, with Devore Funeral Home of Sunbury in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 10, 1990
FYFFE, Ollie J.
1911-1990
Red Bush resident, Ollie J. Fyffe, 79, died Tuesday, September 25, 1990. Mr. Fyffe was born September 9, 1911, in Johnson County, the son of Lark and Florence Gullett Fyffe. He was a retired pipe fitter, a member of Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Union, Portsmouth, Ohio, and a member of the Enterprise Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Marie Holbrook Fyffe; two sons, Joe Fyffe of Vandalia, Ohio, and Charles Fyffe of Bellbrook, Ohio; one daughter, Bonnie Cantrell of Lowmansville; two brothers, Wallie Fyffe of Red Bush, and Charlie Fyffe of Paintsville; one sister, Deelie Pennington of Washington Courthouse, Ohio; two half-sisters, Ella McCarty of Catlettsburg, and Cora Rogers of Ohio; and six grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, September 28, in Enterprise Baptist Church, Red Bush, with Revs. Willard Bailey and Paul E. Keaton officiating. Burial was in Holbrook Cemetery at Red Bush, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD OCT. 3, 1990
HALE, Julia (Hale)
1897-1990
Julia Hale, 92, died Saturday, September 1, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Hale was born December 20, 1897 in Lawrence County, the daughter of Merideth and Della Boggs Edwards Hale. She was a member of Kerz Enterprise Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Hale, in 1965. Surviving are five sons, William Jr., of Phoenix, Arizona, James, of Blaine, Bobby, of Rush, Arthur, of Ashland, and Benny Joe, of Columbus, Ohio: three daughters, Jewell Edwards, of Blaine, Margie Moore, of Columbus, Ohio, and Irene Edwards, of Ashland; two brothers, Arthur and Arnold edwards, both of Blaine; four sisters, Rebecca Griffith and Sarah Norris, both of Ashland, Ruth Sparks, of Blaine, and Irene Penrod, of Greenfield, Ohio; and 40 grandchildren, 64 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 4, in Enterprise Baptist Church at Kerz, with Revs. Bruce Daniel and Bondie Salyer officiating. Burial was in McKenzie Cemetery at Sitka, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 05, 1990
HENSLEY, James R.
1938-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for James Robert Hensley, 52. Mr. Hensley was born September 17, 1938, the son of Henry and Easter Wilson Hensley. He was retired/disabled. Surviving are his mother; his wife, Dosha Mollett Hensley; three sons, James and Jerry, both of Boons Clamp, and Dewey, of Louisville; and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, September 3, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Granville Mollett officating. Burial was in Tom Wilson Cemetery at Boons Camp. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 1990
HITCHCOCK, Herschel
1990
Herschel Hitchcock, formerly of Johnson County, died Thursday, September 27, in Regional Medical Center, Madisonville. Surviving are his wife, Ruth Hitchcock, of Morganfield; one son, Buddy, of Thomaston, Georgia; one daughter, Ledah Watts, of Morganfield; five brothers, Elmer, of Booking, Oregon, Lorn, of Dayton, Ohio, John Jr., of Lebanon, Ohio, Daniel, of Sonnyville, California, and Rodger, of Melbourne, Florida; one sister, Marie Messer, of West Van Lear; and six grandchildren and one great- grandchild. Funeral services were held Sunday, September 30, in Whitsell Funeral Home. Burial was in Old Fellow Cemetery. Paintsville HErald Wednesday Oc.03 1990
HITCHCOCK, Lucy (Blair)
1920-1990
Meally resident, Lucy (Dupie) Hitchcock, 70, died Sunday, September 9, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Hitchcock was born August 28, 1920 in Magoffin County, the daughter of Flem and Lillie Howard Blair. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Mitchell Hitchcock; one son, Gerald Hitchcock, of Meally; two sisters, Hilda Stevens, of Paintsville, and Flora B. Davis, of Roanoak, Virginia; and four grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, September 12, at 1 p.m. in the First Freewill Baptist Church, Paintsville, with Larry Blair officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday September 12 1990
JOHNSON, Billie (Patrick)
1922-1990
Billie Marie "Granny" Johnson, 68, died Thursday, September 13, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Johnson was born May 20, 1922 in Johnson County, the daughter of Samuel Patrick and Jewell Rice Patrick. She was an accountant, and a member of the Riceville Freewill Baptist Church and Eastern Star, Susan B. Welsa of Dayton, Ohio. Surviving are her husband, Charles E. Johnson; one son, Sambo Griffith, of Riceville; one daughter, Judith Dewire Blevins, of Riceville; one sister, Mary A. Norman, of Port Charlotte, Florida; and seven grandchildren, six great- grandchildren, three stepgrandchildren and three stepgreat-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, September 16, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick Vanhoose officiating. Burial was in J.P. Patrick Cemetery. PH Wed. 9-26-1990
KESTNER, Ola (Rowland)
1916-1990
Ola Rowland Kestner. 73, died Tuesday, September 4, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Kestner was born December 2, 1916 in Johnson County, the daughter of H. A. and Loula Rowland. She was a member of the Enterprise Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Kestner. Surviving are six sons, James and Delby Kestner, both of Paintsville, Paul and Bobby Kestner, both of Michigan, Roger Keslner, of Stambaugh, and Larry Kestner, of Falcon; seven daughters, Janette Mollette, Joyce Dennison and Judy Eslinger, all of Boons Camp, Mary and Nancy Kestner, both of Sitka; Donna Estep, of Thealka, and Janie Wiley, of Paintsville; two brothers, Crevel Rowland, of Hager Hill, and William Rowland, of Columbus, Ohio; four sisters, Magalene Cantrell and Margaret Rowland, both of Paintsville, Birdie Melvin, of Indiana, and Billie Azelton, of Michigan; and 31 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, September 7, in Tutor Key Enterprise Baptist Church, with Revs. Don LeMaster and Edgel Stevens officiating. Burial was in Estep Cemetery at Fuget with Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangemenls. Serving as pallbearers were her grandsons. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.12 1990
MACE, Alvin N.
1924-1990
Alvin N. Mace, 66, of Beckley, West Virginia, and formerly of Floyd County, died Tuesday, September 11, at St. Francis Hospital in Chrleston, West Virginia. Mr. Mace was born June 27, 1924 in Tinch, West Virginia, the son of the lte Haryy and Avis Shawver Mace. He was a WWII Navy veteran and retired fron the Nartional Mines Corporation in Princeton, West Virginia. Surviving are his wife, Jatama O'Dell Mace; one son, Glenn Mace, of Prestonsburg; two daughters, Gwen Walker, of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, and Carol Stapleton, of Staffordsville; four brothers, Harry Mace, of Prestonsburg, Lovell Mace, of Charleston, West Virginia, Kenneth Mace, of Mooresville, North Carolina, and Goble Mace, of Hominy Falls, West Virginia; three sisters, Audra Greer, of Eagle Rock, Virginia, Helen McCutcheon, of Hominy Falls, and Virgie Darvy, of Indiana; and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, September 14, in Wallace and Wallace Funeral Home in Rainelle, West Virginia. Burial was in End of the Trail Cemetery. PH Wed. 9-19-1990
MELVIN, Sarah (Fairchild)
1921-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Sarah Melvin, 69. Mrs. Melvin was born August 30, 1921 in Johnson County, the daughter of Lon and Tavia Fairchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Melvin. Surviving are two sons, Jerry Melvin, of Hager Hill and David Painter, of Columbus, Ohio; one sister, Georgie Picklesimer, of Milford Center, Ohio; and four grandchildren, and one great- grandchild. Funeral services were held Sunday September 30, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Keith Cozort officiating. Burial was in Highlands Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 3, October 1970
OSBORNE, Dixie (O'Bryan)
1915-1990
Dixie Osborne, 75, of Columbus, Ohio, died at her residence Thursday, September 6. Mrs. Osborne was born August 25, 1915 in Johnson County. She was a member of the Jenny's Creek United Baptist Church, a member of the Women of the Moose Lodge No. 11, and a member of Women's Auxiliry V.F.W. Post No. 495. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dave Osborne; a granddaughter, Dixie Merritts; her mother, Tony Watkins O'Bryan; three sisters, Hazel, Pearl and Daisy Blair; and one brother, Thurman. Surviving are three sons and two daughters- in-law, David and Karen, of Grove City, Ohio, Gary and Lori of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, and Tom, of Columbus; four daughters and two sons- in-law, Mary Eaken, Lois Lutz, Judy and Gale Kneisley and Donna and Steve Russell, all of Columbus; three sisters, Goldie Blair and Myrle Preston, both of Huntington, West Virginia, and Hattie Blanton, of Lucasville, Ohio; two brothers, James Marcus O'Bryan, of Grove City, Ohio, and Ervin O'Bryan, of Leander; several grandchildren and great- grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, September 10, in Jerry Spears Funeral Home, Columbus, with Rev. Ralph Watts and brother Paul Blanton officiating. Burial was in Sunset Cemetery in Columbus. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 9-19-1990
PERKINS, Ella (Blair)
1907-1990
Funeral services were held Saturday, September 22, for Ella Mae Perkins, 83. Mrs. Perkins was born February 3, 1907 in Johnson County, the daughter of Thomas and Sophia Jackson Blair. She was a member of the Pentecostal Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jackson Taylor Perkins, in 1980. Surviving are five sons, James Perkins, of Corbin, Wiley Perkins, of Leesburg, Ohio, Thomas and Roy Perkins, both of Springfield, Ohio, and Larry Perkins, of Sitka; three daughters, Geneva Puckett, of Cincinnati, Ohio, Betty Gullett, of Springfield, Ohio, and Connie Rice, of Oil Springs; two brothers, Woodrow Jackson, of Michigan, and Archie Jackson, of Salyersville; and 13 grandchildren and eight great- grandchildren. Officiating at services in Ballott Pentecostal Church were Revs. William Paul Perkins and Ellis Stevens. Burial was in Perkins Cemetery at Conley, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 26, 1990
PRESTON, Claude C.
1904-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Claude C. Preston, 86, died Friday, September 21, in Wabash, Indiana. Mr. Preston was born February 8, 1904 in Johnson County, the son of John and Clara Daniel Preston. He was a retired miner from North East Coal and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church in Wabash. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fannie Mae Davis Preston, in 1975, two sisters and three brothers. Surviving are six sons, Harold, of Lincoln Park, Michigan, Paul, of St. Claire Shores, Michigan, John of Frontier, Michigan, Joe, of Wabash, Jimmie, of Camden, Michian and Herman, of Ft. Wayne, Indiana; two sisters, Ruby Giff, of Camden, and Rushie Preston, of Lakewood, Ohio; and 19 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Monday, September 24, in St. John-White Funeral Home in Reading, Michigan, with Rev. Larry Stevens officiating. Burial was in Frontier Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 26, 1990
SALYER, Cova (Salyer)
1909-1990
Cova Salyer, 81, died Saturday, September 15, in Elmwood Villiage Nursing Home, Catlettsburg. Mrs. Salyer was born March 18, 1909 in Johnson County, the daughter of Mart and Nacy Jane Stapleton Salyer. She was a member of the Enterprise Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenel Salyer, in 1980. Surviving are one sister, Delcie VanHoose,of Sitka; and five nieces and six nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 18, in Enterprise Baptist Church, Kerz, with Revs. Bruce Daniel and Jim McKenzie officiating. Burial was in Edward Salyer Cemetery at Kerz, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 19, 1990
SALYER, Junie (Greene)
1906-1990
Paintsville funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Junie Greene Salyer, 84. Mrs. Salyer was born March 4, 1906 in Johnson County, the daughter of Willie and Elizabeth Bayes Greene. She was a member of the United Baptist Church. She was preceeded in death by her husband, Alpha Salyer, in 1974. Surviving are two daughters, Doris McCown, of Flint, Michigan, Pauline Brooks, of Ashland; one foster daughter, Delores Kesler, of Paintsville; one sister, Pearl White, of Ashland; and nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral sevices were held Saturday, September 15, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Revs. James K. Caudill and Paul Browning officiating. Burial was in Chandler-Pack Cemetery at Chandlersville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 19, 1990
SPARKS, Dora (Keaton)
1918-1990
Red Bush resident, Dora Sparks, 72, died Wednesday, September 12. Mrs. Sparks was born August 15, 1918 in Lawrence County, the daughter of Harry and Mary Fyffee Keaton. She was a member of the Enterprise Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Robin Sparks; one son, Tommy Glenn Sparks, of Fuget; four daughters; Pauline Lemaster, of Stambaugh, Nannie Ward, of Columbus, Ohio, Delcie Whitt, of Blaine, and Mary Sorrell, of Virginia Beach, Virginia; one brother, Ova Keaton, of Port Washington, Ohio; two sisters, Clara Eldridge, of Staffordsville, and Maxie Skaggs, of Soldier, and 10 grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 15, in New Salem Enterprise Baptist Church, Relief, with Revs. Paul E. Keaton and John Pelphrey officiating. Burial was in Nannie Skaggs Cemetery at Martha, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.19 1990
STANIFORD, Linzie
1920-1990
Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Linzie Staniford, 70. Mr. Staniford was born July 19, 1920 in Johnson County, the son of Zachariah and Zelpha Spears Staniford. He was a retired miner and member of the Enterprise Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Edna Johnson Staniford; three sons, Donald Staniford, of Columbus, Ohio, James Staniford, of Martha, and Rick Staniford, of West Van Lear; seven daughters, Thelma Sturgill, Patty Lyon and Brenda Butcher, all of Paintsville, Glynda O'Bryan, of Denver, Deloris Melton, of Greenwood, Indiana, Debbie Daniel, of Tutor Key, and Teresa Gullett, of Hawaii; three brothers, Zack Staniford, of Ohio, Mike Staniford, of Tutor Key, and Mose Staniford, of Salyersville; one sister, Maudie Elam, of Springfield, Ohio; and 23 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Monday, September 24, in Kerz Enterprise Baptist Church, with Revs. Hobart Meade, Lindsey Meade and John Meade officiating. Burial was in Nim Sturgill Cemetery at Boons Camp. Pallbearers were her sons-in-law. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 26, 1990
STANIFORD, Winfrey L.
1938-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Winfrey Lee Staniford, 51, died Friday, September 28, in Wabash, Indiana. Mr. Staniford was born October 13, 1938 in Johnson County, the son of Grant and Alice Stepp Staniford. He was a mechanic for Wabash Alloys. Surviving are his parents; his wife, Joyce Castle Staniford; one son, Thomas Sterling Staniford, of Wabash; one brother, Jim Staniford, of Baltimore, Maryland; and four sisters, Phyliss Castle, of Nippa, Brenda and Juanita Staniford, of Forest, Ohio. Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 2, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Rayburn Bobby Webb officiating. Burial was in Staniford Family Cemetery at Boons Camp. Paintsville Herald Wednesday October 03, 1990
VANHOOSE, Martin
1911-1990
Retired farmer, Martin VanHoose, 79, died Sunday, September 9, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. VanHoose was born April 15, 1911 in Lawrence County, the son of Garfield and Bessie VanHoose. He was preceded in death by his wife, Opal Kimbler VanHoose, in March 1983. Surviving are three sons, Charles, Danny and Marion, all of Flat Gap; and 10 grandchildren and one greatgrandchild. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, September 12, at 11 a.m., in Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home, with elder Lopza Reed officiating. Burial will be in VanHoose Cemetery at Flat Gap. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.12 1990
WALTERS, Mitchell Jr.
1925-1990
Retired taxi driver, Mitchell Walters Jr., 65, died Thursday, September 20, at his Paintsville residence. Mr. Walters was born April 24, 1925 in Johnson County, the son of Mitchell Sr. and Goldie Plummer Walters. Surviving are his wife, Inis Chaffins Walters; two stepsons, Frank Davis, of Paintsville, and David Davis, of Martin County; one daughter, Carol Williams, of Lexington; one stepdaughter, Paula Ratliff, of Paintsville; one brother, Charles Walters, of Kenova, West Virginia; three sisters, Dorothy Boyd, of Paintsville, Loraine Castle, of Tutor Key, and Elvie Kindrick; and one grandchild. ! Funeral services were held Sunday, September 23, in Jones- Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Quentin Crum officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Meally. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.26 1990
WARD, General T.
1990
General T. Ward, 85, of Cabin Creek, West Virginia, died Sunday, September 30, in Marmet Health Care Center. Mr. Ward was retired from Bethlehem Steel of Baltimore, Maryland. Surviving are his wife, Thelma M. Ward; two nieces, one of West Van Lear, Mrs. Dennis Blair; and one nephew, Bill Ward. Funeral services were held at the Pryor Funeral Home in East Bank, West Virginia. Burial was in Kanawha Valley Memorial Gardens in Glasgow, West Virginia. Paintsville Herald Wednesday October 10, 1990
WEST, Parker
1904-1990
Retired oil field superintendent, Parker West, 85, died Monday, September 17, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. West was born November 9, 1904 in Magoffin County, the son of Enoch and Stella Patrick West. Surviving are his wife, Evelyn West; one son, Robert Nelson West, of Russell; three daughters, Eula Vest, of San Francisco, California, Anna Louise Bayes, of Eratis, Ohio, and Veva Crace, of Oil Springs; two brothers, North West, of Louisa, and Eddie West, of Weaverly, Ohio; one sister, Mary West Gartin; one half sister, Myrtle Bluemaum; and nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 19, in Oil Springs Methodist Church, with Doug Lawson officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, with Jones- Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.26 1990
WHEELER, Cecil
1902-1990
Cecil Wheeler, 88, of Walbridge, Ohio, died Monday, September 10, at Heartland of Perrysburg Nursing Home. Mr. Wheeler was born January 15, 1902 in Winifred, to Shanklin Wheeler and Mary Alice Slone. He was employed 30 years as an engineer for the C&O Railroad, retiring in 1972, and attended Athens Missionary Baptist Church, Walbridge. He was preceded in death by one son, Vernon D. Wheeler. Surviving are his wife, Chloie; one son, Leslie D. Wheeler, of Walbridge; two daughters, Leatrice Sandeen, of Falconer, New York, and Carolyn K. Sisler, of Walbridge; four sisters, Geneva Arrington, of Blaine, Flossie Weese, of Catlettsburg, Norsie Anderson, of Point Pleasant, West Virginia, and Clista Harris, of Winifred; and nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 20. at 1 p.m., in Witzter-Shank Funeral Home, Walbridge, with Pastor Robert Loemker and Rev. Dewey Dabney officiating. Burial will be in Lake Twp.Cemetery. The family requests that contributions be made to the Athens Missionary Baptist Church. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct-12-1990
OCTOBER - 1990
ADAMS, Geneva (Honeycutt)
1923-1990
Geneva Adams, 63,died Monday, October 1, in Lexington. She was born March 2, 1923 in Boyd County, the daughter of Burns and Emma Baldridge Honeycutt. Surviving are one son, David Adams, of Pikeville; four brothers, Ernie Honeycutt, of Paintsville, Hansford Honeycutt, of Auxier, Charles Honeycutt, of Cleveland, Ohio, and Fred Honeycutt, of Louisville; and five sisters, Beatrice Patton, of Prestonsburg, Mary Hall, of Auxier, Helen Amato, of Omaha, Nebraska; Hazel Sargent, of Ruskin, Florida, and Nell Pfaffenburger, of Ashland. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 3, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Honeycutt Family Cemetery at Auxier. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.10 1990
BEVERLY, Tressie (Goble)
1948-1990
Tressie Beverly, 42, died Tuesday, October 16, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Beverly was born May 9, 1948 in Johnson County, the daughter of Virgil Goble and Allie C. Spradlin. Surviving are her mother; her husband, Fred Beverly; two sons, Clint Wayne Beverly, of Paintsville, and Eric Eugene Beverly, of West Van Lear, one daughter, Misty Jo Beverly, of West Van Lear; four brothers, Virgil Goble Jr., of Thelma, Ricky A. Goble, of Sitka, Sheldon Lee Goble, of West Van Lear, and Amos Goble, of Miami, Florida; and one grandchild. Funeral services were held Friday, October 19, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with J. O. Rice and John G. Pelphrey officiating. Burial was in Beverly Family Cemetery at Hager Hill. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.24 1990
BEVINS, Alka Lee (Lemaster)
1917-1990
Alkie Lee Lemaster Bevins, 73, died Wednesday, October 3, in J. J. Jordan Geriatric Center, Louisa. Mrs. Bevins was born April 7, 1917, the daughter of the late Lonnie and Zora Fitch Lemaster. Surviving are her husband Aubrey Bevins; three daughters, Ireda Scarberry, of Pataskla, Ohio; Reneca Ann McKinster, of Versailles, and Carol Sue Green, of Orient, Ohio; three sisters, Erlene Clay, of Grayson, Gladys Bayes, of Springfield, Ohio, and Luda Preston, of Grove City, Ohio; two brothers, Hobert and Marshall Lemaster, both of Ashland; and four grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 6, in Georges Creek United Baptist Church, with Elders Flem Arrowood, Charlie Arlington and Glen Sturgill officiating. Burial was in Sparks Cemetery at Blaine, with Young Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.10 1990
BLAIR, Bessie Mae (Hitchcock)
1912-1990
Funeral services were held Monday, October 22 for Bessie Mae Blair, 78. Mrs. Blair was born June 10,1912 in Johnson County, the daughter of General and Mary Ann Frazier Hitchcock. She was a member of the United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dexter Blair, in 1980. Surviving are three sons, Elmon Dexter Blair, of Paintsville, Elmer Carrol Blair, of Leander, and Paul Eldridge Blair, of Gahana, Ohio; five daughters, Mary Linda Caudill, of Oil Springs, Anna Bernice Wills, of Prestonsburg, Ruby Evelyn Conley, of Salyersville, and Goble Clarice James and Wilma Jean Belknap, both of Columbus, Ohio; two sisters, Alta Baldwin and Dicie Baldwin, both of Denver, and 24 grandchildren and 29 great- grandchildren. Officiating at services in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel were Elders Kenny Pelphrey, Larry Blanton and Jack Salyers. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.24 1990
BOWLING, Delbie
1927-1990
Delbie Bowling Funeral services were held Friday, November 2, for Delbie Bowling. Mr. Bowling was born December 27, 1927 in Johnson County, the son of Clayton and Gracie Boyd Bowling. He was a retired miner. Surviving are his wife, Stella Tackett Bowling; two sons, Jim, of Van Lear, and Mike, of Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina; two daughters, Marleene Witten, of Van Lear, and Linda Wheat, of Louisville; five brothers, Mark, of Stambaugh, Clyde, of Springfield, Ohio, Carl, of Van Lear, Billy Jean, of Wabash, Indiana, and Clifford, of Cherry Valley, Illinois; five sisters. Ruby Sisco, of Meally, Elva Tackett of Paintsville, (Davis Branch), Faye Lowe, of Warsaw, Indiana, Ethel May Cliffton, of Wabash, Indiana, and Loreene Music, of Kent Wood, Michigan; and nine grandchildren. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel were Jimmy Price and Lowell Pelphrey. Burial was in the family cemetery at Van Lear. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov.07 1990
BURCHETT, Beaunie (VanHoose)
1905-1990
Beaunie Burchett, 84. died Tuesday. October 9, in Ashland. Mrs. Burchett was born November 11,1905 in Johnson County, the daughter of B. B. and Ella VanHoose. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Burchett Sr., in July 1986. Surviving are one son, Eddie Burchett Jr., of Rush; one daughter, Betty Burchett, of Columbia, Missouri; one brother, Sterling VanHoose, of Flatwoods; and one grandchild and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Friday, October 12, in Tom's Creek Freewill Baptist Church, with James Kelly Caudill officiating. Burial was in Burchett Family Cemetery at Stambaugh, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.17 1990
BURCHWELL, Jewell
1990
Former Johnson County resident, Jewell Burchwell, 79, died Monday, October 29, in Ashland. Ms. Burchwell was born in Johnson County, the daughter of Jessie and Minnie Burchett Burchwell. She is survived by three nephews and two nieces. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 1, in Steen Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was in Rosehill Burial Park in Ashland. Paintsville Herald Wednesday November 07, 1990
CRUM, James
1930-1990
James Crum, 60, died Tuesday, October 30, at his Meally residence. Mr. Crum was born April 28, 1930 in Martin County, the son of William and Blanch Williamson Crum. He was retired from the State Highway Department and was a member of the Little Friendship United Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Doris Ann Mills Crum; three sons, Gary and Dickie Crum, both of Meally, and Larry Crum, of Staffordsville; two daughters, Ilene Lackey, of Fairborne, Ohio, and Debbie Castle, of Georgetown; three sisters, Edna Jackson, of Waverly, Ethel Daniels, of Boons Camp, and Minnie Waller, of Van Lear; and 10 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 1, in Little Friendship United Baptist Church, with Claude Mollett, Glen Penix and Vernon Walters officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Meally, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov.07 1990
DANIEL, Clista (Music)
1904-1990
Clista Daniel, 85, died Wednesday, September 26, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Daniel was born October 23, 1904 in Johnson County, the daughter of Arch and Della Preston Music, She was a member of Little Friendship United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Josh Daniel, in 1985. Surviving are two sons, Herman Daniel, of Boons Camp, and Arnold Daniel, of Brookville, Ohio; four sisters, Julie Williams, of Van Lear, Elsie Ward, of Boons Camp, Evelyn Pauley, of West Virginia, and Faye Cole, of Columbus, Ohio; and 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 29, in Little Friendship United Baptist Church, with Flem Arrowood, Ivan Butcher and Claude Mollett officiating. Burial was in Highland Memonal Park at Staffordsville, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.03 1990
DUTY, Maude (Adams)
1937-1990
Maudie Duty, 53, died Friday, October 26, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Duty was born July 4, 1937 in Johnson County, the daughter of John and Maggie Adkins Adams. She was a member of the Sixth Street Church of Christ. Surviving are her husband, James Duty; three sons, Rick, Rusty and James Duty, all of Whitehouse; one daughter, Rita Burchett, of Whitehouse; three brothers, Clell Adams, of Tomahawk, John Adams, of Whitehouse, and Herbert Adams, of Elkhorn City; three sisters Helen Mollette, of Louisa, Lou Ida Burke, of Hager Hill, and Mabel Meek, of Van Lear; and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, October 29, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel with L.C. Moore officiating. Burial was in Duty Cemetery at Whitehouse. PH Wed. 11-07-1990
FARMER, Elizabeth (Gibbs)
1990
Former King Addition resident, Elizabeth Gibbs Farmer, 82, died October 2, in Frye Medical Center in Hickory, North Carolina. Mrs. Farmer was the daughter of the late Rev. George and America Brown Gibbs of Chandlersville. She was a member of the Old Hood United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Willie "Bill" Cunningham in 1963 and Elic Farmer in 1977. Burial was at Sunset Hills Cemetery in Granite Falls, North Carolina, with Rev. J.R. Shelton officiating. Mackie-High Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 17, 1990
JACKSON, Virgie (Conley)
1901-1990
Staffordsviiie resident, Virgle Jackson, 88, died Sunday, October 21, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Jackson was born October 25, 1901 in Johnson County, the daughter of Coonie and Dora Grace Conley. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Jackson, in 1967. Surviving are five sons, Robert, Walter Ray and Danny Jackson, all of Staffordsville, Waller Jackson, of Rineyville, and James Jackson, of Cleveland, Missouri; two daughters, Evalena Wells and June Chandler, both of Staffordsville; two brothers, Gus Conley, of Oil Springs, and Mitchell Conley, of Greenup; one sister, Mae Thornbury, of Greenup; and 22 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held today, October 24, at 2 p.m. in the Freewill Baptist Church at Staffordsville, with James Crider and James K. Caudill officiating. Burial will be in the family cemetery at Staffordsville, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.24 1990
KEATON, Mitchell
1921-1990
Mitchell "Big Mitch" Keaton, 68, died Monday, October 22, at his West Liberty residence. Mr. Keaton ws born November 15, 1921 in Morgan County, the son son of Noah and Susanna Ferguson Keaton. He was a pipefitter. He was preceded in death by his wife, Manda Keaton, in 1988. Surviving are two sons, Ronald and Richard Keaton, both of West Liberty; four daughters, Loretta Cantrell, Fontella Fairchild and Barbara L. Music, all of West Liberty, and Lavina Conley, of Flatwoods; and nine grandchildren. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, October 24, at 1 p.m., in Jones- Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Lowell Ferguson and James Wallen officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PH Wed. 10-24-1990
LEMASTER, Atha Mae
1905-1990
Retired school teacher, Atha Mae Lemaster, 85, died October 30, in Grandview Hospital, Dayton, Ohio. Ms. Lemaster was born April 16, 1905 in Johnson County, the daughter of Caleb and Frankie Butler Lemaster. She was retired from the Johnson County school system and was a member of the First Church of God. Surviving are three nephews and one niece. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 3, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Tobe Wheeler Jr. officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 7, 1990
LEMASTER, Estill L.
1897-1990
Estill L. LeMaster, 92, formerly of Hat Gap, died Thursday, October 25, at J. J. Jordan Geriatric Center, Louisa. Mr. LeMaster was born December 4,1897 in Johnson County, the son of the late Lewis and Rutha Skaggs Holbrook. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Flat Gap Masonic Lodge since July 31, 1920. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vessie Pack LeMaster in 1989, one daughter, Emogene Hamilton, one half brother, Roscoe M. LeMaster, and two half sisters, Sallie Skaggs and Esta Walters. Surviving are one daughter, Exer Preston, of Xenia, Ohio; three granddaughters, Phyllis Wright, of Lexington, Debra Noble, of Beavercreek, Ohio, and Frankie Sturgill, of Martha; and five great- grandchildren. Masonic services were held Saturday, October 27 by the Flat Gap Masonic Lodge. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 28, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Elder Tommy Bailey officiating. Burial was in the Sparks Cemetery at Blaine. Pallbearers were Bill Smith, Fred Ross, Marshall LeMaster, Howard Ron, Odra Skaggs and Tim Salyers. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.31 1990
MCKENZIE, Ollie (VanHoose)
1916-1990
Ollie VanHoose McKenzie, 74, died Tuesday, October 16, at her Sitka residence. Mrs. McKenzie was born June 28, 1916 in Johnson County, the daughter of Fred and Gertrude Short VanHoose. She was a member of the Stka Freewil Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Clyde McKenzie; one son, Fred Willard McKenzie, of Sitka; two sisters, Ernestine Hackney, of Sitka, and Reba Castle, of Nippa; and one granddaughter, Janie McKenzie. Funeral services were held Friday, October 19, in the Freewill Baptist Church at Sitka, with Revs. Jim McKenzie, C.C. Hall and Charles Stapleton officiating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial at Staffordsville with Paintsville Funeral Home in chrage of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 24, 1990
MEADE, Harold
1915-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Harold Meade, 75. Mr. Meade was born April 15, 1915 in Johnson COunty, the son of George and Birdie Harmon Meade. He was a retired miner and member of Thealka Frewill Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Norma Daniel Meade; one son, Keneeteh Meade, of Inez; one brother, Robert Meek, of Georgia; one grandson; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 10, in Thealka Freewill Baptist Church, with Roger Hill, Bob Lyons and Steve Rose officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday October 17, 1990
MURRAY, Nellie (Lemaster)
1914-1990
Sitka resident, Nellie Murray, 76, died Wednesday, October, 24 in J. J. Jordan Geriatric Center, Louisa. Mrs. Murray was born March 12, 1914 in Johnson County, the daughter of Manford and Nerva Hitchcock Lemaster. She was a member of The Enterprise Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lundy Murray, in 1982. Surviving are one son, Phillip Murray of Paintsville; and four grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, October, 27, in Kerz Enterprise Baptist Church with Rev. Hobart Meade officiating. Burial was in Murray Cemetery at Sitka, with Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 31, October 1990
PEGG, James J.
1990
James Pegg James J. Pegg of Volga, formerly of Coshocton, Ohio, died Tuesday, October 9, in the VAMC in Lexington. Surviving are one son, James Pegg, of Tipp City, Ohio; two daughters, Georgia Anderson, of Denver, Colorado, and Mary K. Baird, of Marrow, Ohio; and one granddaughter and two grandsons. He is survived locally by Lenore Diffee, her children and grandchildren. Burial was in South Lawn Cemetery in Coshocton, under the direction of the Given- Dawson Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to the Paintsville DAVA, c/o Lenore Diffee, Volga, KY 41266 or Linda Henry, Box 613, Paintsville, KY 41240. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 24, 1990
PRESTON, Clarence
1900-1990
Retired miner, Clarence Preston, 90, died Tuesday, October 9, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Preston was born January 1, 1900 in Johnson County, the son of John and Sarah Dials Preston. Surviving are his wife, Ella Reed Preston; one daughter, Audrey Hall, of Auxier; on sister, Grace Burke, of Prestonburg; and one grandchild and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Thursday, October 11, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Doug Burkett officiating. Burial was in Wells Cemetery at Auxier. Paintsville Herald Wednesday October 17, 1990
SCHIRCLIFF, James D.
1990
James Derrick Schircliff, one month, died Monday, October 1, at his Staffardsville home. He was the son of Lonnie Dixon and Cynthia Schircliff of Staffordsville. Surviving are his parents; one brother, Lonnie Andrew Dixon Jr., of Staffordsville; his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs.Farrell Campbell; and his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Dixon. Funeral services were held Thursday, October 4, in Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home, with Rev. Linzie Meade officiating. Burial was in Jones Cemetery at Flat Gap. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.10 1990
SCOTT, John A.
1954-1990
John A. Scott, 35, died Monday, Oct. 22, at his Van Lear residence. Mr. Scott was born December 8, 1954, in Carter County, the son of Theodore Scott, Jr., and Irene Lowe Scott. He was employed in the maintenance department of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Surviving are his mother; his wife, Cathy Williams Scott; one son, Jonathan Scott; two brothers, Jerry Scott of Paintsville and Jim Scott of Grayson; and two sisters, Terri Williams and Suzanne Stambaugh, both of Van Lear. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 26, at 11 a.m., in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Elmo Sturgill officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCT. 24, 1990
SELVAGE, Archie
1925-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Archie Selvage, 65. Mr. Selvage was born October 15, 1925 in Johnson County, the son of the late Dewey and Bertha Fairchild Selvage. He was a self-employed carpenter/painter and a veteran of World War II. He was preceded in death by five infant grandchildren. Surviving are his wife, Ruth McKenzie Selvage; one son, Ricky Selvage, of Staffordsville; three daughters, Lois Ratliff, Carolyn Frazier and Sherry Love, all of Staffordsville; four sisters, Barbara Merrill and Patricia Peltz, both of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Dixie Thompson, of California, and Betty Tackett, of Staffordsville; and six grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 20. in Staffordsville Freewill Baptist Church, with Gene Roberts, Lowell King and Bruce Darnel officiating. Burial was in Staffordsville Church Cemetery at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.24 1990
SMITH, Charles D.
1922-1990
Retired Ashland businessman, Charles D. Smith, died Friday, October 5. Mr. Smith was born July 5, 1922, in West Van Lear, the son of the late Selden and Alta Blair Smith of Flatwoods. He was a graduate of Paintsville High School, Pikeville College and the Electrical Engineering School of the University of Kentucky. He was employed by the General Electric Company in Chicago, Illinois, before opening his C.M.F. business in Ashland. Also, he served in the Army as PFC First Class and during World War II. Surviving are his sister-in-law, Mrs. William H. Smith, and family; and locally by Robert and Freda Davis Castle and family, and Robert Davis of Paintsville, and the Loran Davis family of Prestonsburg. His cremains were interred in the Flatwoods Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY NOV. 7, 1990
SPARKS, Green
1909-1990
Retired miner, Green Sparks, 80, died Thursday, October 25, in Hazard Appalachian Regional Hospital. Mr. Sparks was born December 17, 1909 in Johnson County, the son of Richard and Rose Waller Sparks. Surviving are one brother, Otis Sparks, of Pontaic, Michigan; and one sister, Ethel Wells, of Bonanza. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 28, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Johnny G. Sammons officiating. Burial was in Cumbo Cemetery at West Van Lear. Paintsville Herald Wednesday October 31, 1990
WARD, Wayne
1967-1990
Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements for Wayne Anthony Ward, 23. Mr. Ward was born April 29,1967 in Johnson County, the son of Arthur Wayne and Barbara Jean Fairchild Ward of Staffordsville. He was a maintenance worker on the farm of Victor Ferguson, Surviving are his wife, Carol Jean Parker Ward; his parents; one son, Daren Ward, of Martha; one daughter, Ashley Ward, of Martha; two brothers, Charles and Ronald Ward, both of Martha; and two sisters, Teresa Parker and Tammy Fairchild, both of Staffordsville. Funeral services will be held today, Wednesday, October 31, at 1 p.m., in the Church of God at Martha, with Danny Fannin officiating. Burial will be in Holbrook Cemetery at Keaton. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Oct.31 1990
WILSON, James P
1913-1990
Retired miner, James Paul Wilson, 77, died Wednesday, October 3, in J.J. Jordan Nursing Home at Louisa. Mr. Wilson was born February 5, 1913 in Oneida, Tennessee, the son of Joe and Dora Jane Litton Wilson. He was a member of the U.M.W.A. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Edna Wilson, in 1970. Surviving are his wife, Goldie Marie Wilson; one daughter, Anna Grace Palmer, of West Van Lear; 10 step children; one brother, Woodrow Wilson, of Flatwoods; one half brother, Alfred Wilson, of Florida; one sister, Ova Music, of Prestonsburg; three half sisters, Wilda Hubbard, of Auxier, Collene Isaic of Wabash, Indiana, and Mildred Lilly, of Florida; and three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, 31 step-grandchildren, and eight step-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 7, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Roger Hill officiating. Burial was in Sherman Cemetery at Thealka. Paintsville Herald Wednesday October 17, 1990
NOVEMBER - 1990
ADKINS, Della Faye (Preston)
1939-1990
Meally resident, Della Faye Preston Adkins, died Saturday, November 3, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Adkins was born September 17, 1939 in Johnson County, the daughter of Roy and Flossie Jennings Preston. She was a member of Buffalo United Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Felix Adkins; one son, Emerson Adkins, of Hager Hill; two daughters, Debbie Weddington, of West Liberty, and Nadine Taylor, of Thealka; four brothers, Roy, Freddie, Elbert and James, all of Fairborne, Ohio; three sisters, Zelphia Blanton, Mary Alvina Osborne and Phyllis Ann Delong, all of Fairborne; and one granddaughier. Funeral services were held Monday, November 5, in Buffalo United Baptist Church, with Claude Mollett, Shadie Lee Walters and Doug Ward officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville with Jones- Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov.07 1990
BLAIR, John D.
1909-1990
Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 28, for John W. Blair,81. Mr. Blair was born February 4, 1909 in Johnson County, the son of Jesse and Daisy Lambert Blair. He was retired from Williams Grocery. Surviving are his wife, Mary E. Webb Blair, two daughters, Daisy Motts, of Columbus, Ohio, and Nancy Castle, of Ann Arbor, Michigan; two brothers, Frank Blair, of Paintsville, and Bernard Blair, of Staffordsville; two sisters, Dixie Blair, of Urbana, Ohio, and Jessie Kemp, of Bozeman, Montana; and three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Officiating at services in Preston Funeral Home Chapel was Justin Harmon. Burial was in Johnson County Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Dec.05 1990
BLAIR, Ruby (Stapleton)
1914-1990
Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Ruby Blair, 76. Mrs. Blair was born June 14, 1914 in Johnson County, the daughter of Oscar and Louvella Stapleton. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Millard Webb, in 1951, and Wayne Blair, in 1988. Surviving are one daughter, Georgia Bush, of Thealka; one sister, Marie Gambill, of West Van Lear; and nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, November 25, in Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home, with Revs. Bob Lyons and Don Fraley officiating. Burial was in Holbrook Cemetery at Davis Branch. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov.28 1990
CANTRELL, Estille
1907-1990
Retired farmer, Estille Cantrell, 83, died Tuesday, November 13, in J. J. Jordan Geriatric Center, Louisa. Mr. Cantrell was born August 27, 1907 in Morgan County, the son of Riley and Alice Burchett Cantrell. Surviving are one sister,Estie Pennington, of Flat Gap. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 15, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Elders Lonza Reed and Sammy Reed offici- ating. Burial was in Johnson County Memorial at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 11-21-1990
CULWELL, William W.
1930-1990
William W. Culwell, 60, of Radcliff, Ohio, died Saturday, November 24 at O'Bleness Hospital in Athens, Ohio. Mr. Culwell was born February 14, 1930 in Johnson County, the son of Mary Stambaugh Culwell and the late Charles Culwell. Surviving are his mother; his wife Lillian Creech Culwell; two sons, Robert and William Culwell, both of Radcliff; and seven sisters, Lora Adams, Mollie Foster, Wanda Smith and Gladys Wyatt, all of Jackson, Ohio, Elizabeth Brown of River, Barbara Cook, of Coalton, Ohio, and Madge Lavellee, of Texas. Services were held Monday, November 26, at the Mayhew Funeral Home of Jackson, with Rev. Pat Bailey officiating. Burial was in Bethel Ridge Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday December 12 1990
DANIELS, Hermon
1925-1990
Retired miner, Hermon Daniels, 65, died Fridy, November 16, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Daniels was born August 23, 1925 in Johnson County, the son of Josh and Clista Music Daniels. Surviving are his wife, Lillie Mae Austin Daniels; four sons, Lon Cebert Daniels, of Ashland, and Robert Dean, Calvin Bryan and Hermon Junior Daniels, all of Boons Camp;four daughters, Marcella Mae Klinglesmith, of Bowling Green, and Garnetta Gay, Korletta Kay and Janetta Joy Daniels, all of Boons Camp; one brother, Arnold Daniels, of Brookville, Ohio; and nine grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 20, in Little Friendship United Baptist Church, with Elders Claude Mollette, Shade Walters and Doug Ward officiating. Burial was in Lakeview Memorial at Staffordsville, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PH. Wed 11-28-1990
EALEY, John
1917-1990
Paintsville resident, John (Curley) Ealey, 73, died Sunday, November 18, in Riverview Health Care Center, Russell. Mr. Ealey was born September 6, 1917 in Johnson County, the son of Charles and Bessie Clark Ealey. Surviving are one brother, Charles Ealey Jr., of North Port, Florida; and several nieces and mephews. Graveside services were held Tuesday November 20, at Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, with Donald Yeager officiating. Jones-Preston Funeral home was in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 11-21-1990
FAIRCHILD, Michael E. Barnett
1972-1990
Michael E. Barnett Fairchild, 18, died Wednesday, November 28, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Fairchild was born April 10, 1972 in Floyd County, the son of Willie and Ella Fairchild of Staffordsville, He was a farmer. Surviving are his parents; two sisters, Malissa and Missy Fairchild, both of Staffordsville; and his maternal grandmother, Cassile Barnett, of Prestonsburg. Funeral services were held Sunday, December 2, in Fairview Freewill Baptist Church, with Revs. Donald Caudill and Arthur Harmon officiating. Burial was in Fairchild Cemetery at Barnetts Creek, with Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESAY DECEMBER 5, 1990
FITZPATRICK, Crecie L.
1990-1990
Crecie Leann Eva Fitzpatrick, 3 weeks old, died Tuesday, November 27, in Cabell Huntington Hospital, Huntington, West Virginia. The infant was the daughter of Mike and the late Crecie Barnett Fitzpatrick of East Point. Surviving are her father; one half brother, Boyd Holbrook Jr., of Hager Hill; one half sister, Kim Holbrook of Hager Hill; her pater- nal grandmother, Doris Fitzpatrick, of Banner; and her maternal grand- parents, Boyd and Ann Barnett, of Hager Hill. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 29, in Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home, with Rev. Don Fraley and Brother Buster Taylor officiating. Burial was in Fitzpatrick Cemetery at East Point. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 12-05-1990
FITZPATRICK, Crecy (Barnett)
1968-1990
Crecy Barnett Fitzpatrick, 22, died Sunday, November 4, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Fitzpatrick was born July 10, 1968 in Floyd County, the daughter of Boyd and Ann Barnett of Hager Hill. Surviving are her parents; her husband, Mike Fitzpatrick; one son, Boyd Holdrook Jr., of Tutor Key; two daughters, Kimberly Holdrook and Crecy Ann Fitzpatrick, both of Tutor Key; one brother, Douglas Barnett, of Hager Hill; and three sisters, Pam Cantrell, of Garrett, Eva Hall, of Oil Springs, and Betty Wright, of East Point. Funeral services were held Wed- nesday, November 7, in Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home, with Rev. Don Fraley Officiating. Burial was in Fitzpatrick Cemetery at Hager Hill. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday, 11-14-1990
FITZPATRICK, Jonahan K.
1990-1990
Jonathan Kane Fitzpatrick, one day old, died Tuesday, November 27, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. The infant was the son of John and Candy Sexton Fitzpatrick of Banner. Surviving are his parents; one brother, John Douglas Fitzpatrick, Jr., of Banner; his paternal grandmother, Doris Fitzpatrick of Banner; and his maternal grandparents, Ireland and Deloris Hall Sexton of Jack Horn. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 29, in Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home, with Rev. Don Fraley and Brother Buster Taylor officiating. Burial was in Fitzpatrick Cemetery at East Point. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY DEC. 5, 1990
GREGORY, Gertrude (Tussey)
1905-1990
Gertrude Gregory, 85, died Sunday, November 11, in Williamson. Mrs. Gregory was born Aprill 11, 1905 in Denton, the daughter of James and Arilla Flanery Tussey. She was a member of the 4th Street Church of God. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert C. Gregory, in 1951. Surviving are one sister, Eula Bradley, of N. Manchester, Indiana; and four stepgrandchildren, 13 stepgreat-grandchildren and five step- great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 13, in the 4th Street Church of God, with Roger Cox and Eric Hubbard officiating. Burial was in Tussey Family Cemetery at Martin, with Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday November 21 1990
HITCHCOCK, Ruth (MacKinnon)
1925-1990
Volga resident, Ruth Margaret Hitchcock, 65. died Monday, November 5, in Lexington. Mrs. Hitchcock was born February 25, 1925 in Price Island Town, Canada, the daughter of Robert and Elizabeth MacKinnon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Hitchcock, in 1965. Surviving are one son, Ronald Keith Hitchcock, of Volga; one daughter, Donna Lynn Crace, of Laughlin, Nevada; two brothers, Richard MacKinnon and Jack MacKinnon, both of Canada; and three sisters, Helen MacKinnon, Kitty Macinnis and Elise Hermiston, all of Canada. Funeral services were held Thursday, November 8, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with David Ross officiating. Burial was in Brown Cemetery at Volga. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday November 14 1990
KING, John D.
1922-1990
John D. King, 68, died Monday, November 5, in the Veterans Hospital, Huntinglon, West Virginia. Mr. King was bom February 12, 1922 in Johnson County, the son of Charlie and Rhoda Johnson King. He was retired from the Kentucky State Highway Department, a veteran of WW II and a member of the Church of God. Surviving are his wife, Shirley Blevins King; one son, Johnny King, of Staffordsville; one brother, Jim King, of Staffordsville; and one sister, Dorothy Wheeler, of Staffordsville. Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 8, at 11 a.m., in Little Mud Lick Church of God at Staffordsville, with Rev. Tobe Wheeler Jr. officiating. Burial will be in the Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery at Staffordsville, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov.07 1990
MEADE, Tollie C.
1907-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Tollie C. Meade, 82. Mr. Meade was born November 28, 1907 in Kentucky. He was the owner of Meade's Hardware Store and a Mason in Paintsville Lodge 381 F&AM. Surviving are his wife, Eva Meade; two sons, Bob Meade, of Mount Sterling, and G.C. Meade, of Indialantic, Florida; three daughters, Ann Sammons, of Russell, Della Vitali, of Wallingford, Connecticut, and Neva Arms, of South Point, Ohio; one brother, Albert Meade, of Danville; two sisters. Nola Lemaster, of Jackson, Ohio, and Chloe Baker, of Harrodsburg; and 10 grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. Masonic services were conducted Friday. Funeral services were held Saturday, February 3, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Feb.07 1990
MEEK, Mattie (Boyd)
1914-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Mattie Boyd Meek, 76. Mrs. Meek was born April 23, 1914 in Lawrence County, the daughter of Allen and Azuba Osborne Boyd. She was a member of the Boons Camp Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband. Herbert Meek, in 1986. Surviving are three sons, Millard Allen Meek, of Van Lear, and Herbert Meek Jr. and David Meek, both of Whitehouse; three daughters, Faye Meade, of Dalton, Georgia, and Connie Rowlnd and Joann Meek, both of Whitehouse; one sister, Mollie Mae Roy, of Richardson; and 20 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, November 5, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Darel Ratliff officiating. Burial was in Meek Cemetery at Whitehouse. PH Wed.11-07-1990
MUSIC, Dixie (Cantrell)
1910-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Dixie Music, 80, of Mechanicsburg, Ohio, died Thursday, November 8, in Mercy Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Music was born April 21, 1910 in Johnson County, the daughter of Amos and Clara Conley Cantrell. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Urbana, Ohio. Surviving are her husband, Melvin Music; one son, Bobby Joe Music; two daughters. Betty Sue Pullins and Doris Moore, both of Mechanicsburg; three brothers, Fonza Cantrell, of Mechanicsburg, Bill Cantrell, of Marion, Ohio, and Bob Cantrell, of Plumwood, Ohio; two sisters, Gertrude Miller, of Mechanicsburg, and Esta Blentlinger, of Plumwood; and five grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, November 12, in Skillman- McDonald Funeral Home, with Pastor Mike Stewart officiating. Burial was in Maple Grove Cemetery in Mechanicsburg. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church of Urbana. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov.21 1990
MUSIC, Mollie (Webb)
1893-1990
Mollie Music Funeral services were held Sunday, November 11. for Mollie Webb Music, 97. Mrs. Music was born April 3, 1893 in Johnson Counly, the daughter of Jacob and Allene Honeycutt Webb. She was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Music, in 1970. Surviving are three sons, Bill Music, of Paintsville, Tay Music, of Dayton, Ohio, and Ottis Music, of Donna, Texas; and 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel were David B. Mollett and Ivan Butcher. Burial was in Music Family Cemetery at East Point. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov.14 1990
NELSON, William H.
1990
William Howard "Cotton" Nelson, 68, of Green Brae, California died Saturday, November 3, all Marin General Hospital. He-was preceded in death by one; son, William. Surviving are his wife, Clare Troppman Nelson; one son, Robert and, locally, by his mother, Terie Nelson, and his sister, Betsy VanHoose. Services were held Tuesday, November 6, in Corte Madera, California. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov.07 1990
NUNNERY, Arnold C.
1922-1990
Retired miner, Arnold C. Nunnery, 68, died Sunday, November 4, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mr. Nunnery was born April 24, 1922 in Pike County, the son Sam and Lucy Raliff Nunnery. Surviving are four half brothers, Donald Nunnery, of Atlanta, Georgia, Larry and Jackson Nennuery, both of Madison, West Virginia, and Albert Nunnery, of Ironton, Ohio; two sisters, Effie Hobson, of Pikeville; and one half sister, Lucille Noakes, of Prestonsburg. Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 6, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was in Hobson Family Cemetery at John's Creek. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 11-07-1990
RATLIFF, Okie (Lyons)
1912-1990
Jones-Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Okie May Ratliff, 77. Mrs. Ratliff was born November 12, 1912 in Johnson County, the daughter of Fenton Pack and Ganie Lyons. She was preceded in death by her husband, Add Ratliff, in 1980. Surviving are ten sons, Tommy, James, Raymond, Steve, Clyde and David Ratliff, all of Paintsville, Jimmy Ratliff, of River, Robert and Charles Ratliff both of Ypsilanti, Michigan, and Harvey Ratliff, of Brighton, Michigan; three daughters; Virginia Riso, of Thelma, Linda Hackworth, of Paintsville, and Margaret Blanton, of Volga; two half sisters, Myrtle Mays and Pauline Hurt, both of Ohio; and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 10, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Irvin Castle and Don Fraley officiating. Burial was in Ratliff Family Cemetery at Paintsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 14, 1990
SALYER, Stevie
1964-1990
Paintsville Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements for Stevie L. Salyer, 26. Mr. Salyer was born August 25, 1964 in Johnson County, the son of Shafter and Leona Pace Salyer. He was disabled. Surviving are his father, one daughter, Prissa Lee; four brothers;, Darrel and David Salyer, both of Staffordsville, Danny Salyer, of Bellefontaine, Ohio, and Randy Salyer, of Sitka; and five sisters, Barbara Blevins, of Meally, Betty Cantrell, of Fuget, Sandra Hampton and Virtrece Butcher, both of Staffordsville, and Sherry Salyer, of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Funeral services were held Monday, November 19, in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Revs. Terry Conley and Roger Blair officiating. Burial was in Salyer Cemetery at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov.21 1990
STAMBAUGH, Gladys (McDowell)
1905-1990
Preston Funeral Home was in charge of arrangemets for Gladys Marie McDowell Stambaugh, 85. Mrs. Stambaugh was born April 9, 1905 in Boyd County, the daughter of John and Katherine O'Brien McDowell. She was a member of the First Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paris Stambaugh, in 1967. Surviving are one son, Wayne Stambaugh, of Louisa; two daughters, Dalores Conley, of Troy, Ohio, and Gwen Bohannan, of Paintsville; four brothers, Jim, Everett and Earl McDowell, all of Hobert, Indiana, and Charles McDowell, of Dayton, Ohio; two sisters, Bertha French, of LeHigh Acres, Florida, and Esta Moore, of Albany, Ohio; and 19 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, November 26, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Bob Benson officiating. Burial was in Alexander Cemetery in Albany, Ohio. Paintsville Herald Wednesday December 05, 1990
WILLIAMS, Talbert
1923-1990
Talbert "Tab" Williams, 67, died Saturday, November 11, in Highlands Regional Medical Center. Mr. Williams was born October 7, 1923 in Magoffin County, the son of Elder J. L. and Mary Howard Williams. He was a self-employed blacksmith and member of the United Baptist Church. Surviving are one brother, Froy Williams, of Columbus, Ohio; and four sisters, Myrtle Blair, of Volga, Delma Salyer and Maxie Burchett, both of Degraff, Ohio, and Leigh Wilburn, of Gallipolis, Ohio. Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 13, in Old Union United Baptist Church, with Elders Kenny Pelphrey, John Sparks and Clifford Trimble officiating. Burial was in Dixon Cemetery at Staffordsville, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov.14 1990
WIREMAN, Walter
1897-1990
Retired farmer, Walter Wireman, 93, died Friday, November 9, in Hazard Nursing Home. Mr. Wireman was born June 23, 1897 in Johnson County, the son of Abe and Manda Blanton Wireman. Surviving are three nephews and five nieces. Funeral services were held Sunday, November 11, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Dick VanHoose officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Nov-14-1990
DECEMBER - 1990
BROOKS, Ethel (Branham)
1919-1990
Ethel Branham Brooks, 71, died Saturday, December 15, at his Van Lear residence. Brooks was born September 20, 1919 in Johnson County, the daughter of Arthur and Martha Hall Branham. Surviving are one daughter, Marcia Nichols, of Proctorville, Ohio; two brothers, Lester and Luther Branham, both of West Van Lear; three sisters, Willa Dean Brooks, of Columbus, Ohio, Helen Butcher, of Williamson, and Beulah Hall, of Louisa. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 18, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Woodrow Nichols Jr. officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Dec.26 1990
CAUDILL, Betty (Chrislip)
1930-1990
Betty June Caudill, 60, died Sunday, December 16, in Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Caudill was born March 4, 1930 in Johnson County, the daughter of Johnny and Donnie McKenzie Chrislip. Surviving are her husband, James Lowell Caudill; two sons, William and James Caudill, both of Flat Gap; three daughters, Myrna Mayhan, of Staffordsville, Lavona Greer, of Printer, and Donna Akers, of East Point; four half brothers, James, Cornin and Junior Salyers and Bob Lemaster, all of Sitka; one sister, Martha Estep, of Marysville, Ohio; four half sisters, Irene Crabtree and Hester Faye Music, both of Millford Center, Ohio, Minnie K. Dingledine, of Marysville, and Lavonjallene Wilcox,of Sitka; and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 18, in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Lonza Reed and Bruce Daniels officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Dec.19 1990
CAUDILL, Opal (Honeycutt)
1929-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Opal Honeycutt Caudill, 60, died December 21, in her Perrysburg, Ohio home. Mrs. Caudill was born March 15, 1929, the daughter of Cecil Honeycutt and Ethel Dawson Honeycutt. She was baptized June 20, 1982 at the Concord United Baptist Church and was a member of the Lonesome Valley United Baptist Church, Alger, Ohio. Surviving are her husband, Hager Caudill; her mother; one son, Cecil David Caudill; two daughters, Connie Coppeler of Luckey, Ohio, and Linda Pachuta, of Madison Wisconsin; one brother, Palmer Honeycutt, of Wabash, Indiana; four sisters, Helen Stambaugh, of Atwood, Indiana, Alice Clatos, of Wayne, West Virginia, Charlotte Johnson, of Van Lear, and Frances Childress, of Fort Myers, Florida; and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held December 26, at Marsh Funeral Home, Luckey, with Elder Roy K. Smith officiating. Burial was in Tory Township in Luckey. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 10, 1990
CLARK, Ronald C.
1928-1990
Ronald Coleman Clark, 62, died Monday, December 17, in his Paintsville home. Mr. Clark was born May 25, 1928 in Pikeville, the son of Orville and Katherine Coleman Clark. He was a retired revenue service office with the Internal Revenue Service, a member of the First Baptist Church and a veteran of the United States Air Force. Surviving are his wife, Linda White Clark; six sons, Donn, Ronn and Ray Clark, all of Lexington, Jerry Clark, of Paintsville, Guy Clark, of Shelbiana, and Mike Clark Collins, of Cleveland, Ohio; one brother Orville Clark Jr., of Pikeville; and four grandchildren. Funeral services will be held tomorrow, Thursday, December 20, at 11 a.m., in Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Tim Jessen officiating. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 19, 1990
DOZIER, Guy D.
1911-1990
Guy D. Dozier, 79, of Staffordsville, died Monday, Dec. 10, at Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center in Paintsville. Born in Barbourville Sept 4,1911, he was a son of Andrew and Lucy Smith Dozier. He was a heavy equipment operator and served as a deacon of the Free Will Baptist Church in Staffordsville. In addition, he was veteran of World War ll. Survivors include his wife, Betty Moore Dozier; a son, Guy Andrew Dozier of Nashville, Tenn.; a daughter, Kathleen Ann Dozier of Lexington; a brother, William Grant Dozier of Garden Grove, Calif.; a daughter-in-law, Diane Dozier of Williamsport; four grandchildren and one greatgrandchild. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12 (today) at Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel with Dick Vanhoose, Toby Wheeler and Tom Wells officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Park in Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Dec.12 1990
GULLETT, Rebal (O'Bryan)
1930-1990
Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home was in Charge of arrangements for Rebal O'Bryan Gullett, 60. Mrs. Gullett was born May 4, 1930 in Floyd County, the daughter of Fred and Flora O'Bryan. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Clifford Gullett; one daughter, Rosa Kestner, of East Point; two half brothers, Raymond O'Bryan, of Indiana, and James O'Bryan, of Martin; one half sister, Thelma Osborne, of Hunter, and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, December 21, in the funeral home, with Rev. Hubert Slone officiating. Burial was in Gullett Family Cemetery at East Point. Her nephews served as pallbearers. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Wednesday December 26 1990
HAMILTON, Edwin N.
1926-1990
Edwin N. "Jack" Hamilton, 64, of Paintsville, died Thursday, Dec. 6, at Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center in Paintsville. Born May 9, 1926, in Johnson County he was a son of C.P. and Macy Bond Hamilton. He was a self-employed real estate broker and member of Flat Gap Masonic Lodge 616 F&AM, a deacon of the First Free Will Baptist Church in Paintsville for 20 years, and a member of Eastern Star, the National Association of Appraisers, and Plumbers & Steamfitters Union 248 of Ashland. In addition, he was a veteran of World War II. He was a graduate of Flat Gap High School and Morehead State College (now Morehead State Unversity). Survivors include his wife, Mertie Belle Fyffe Hamilton; two daughters, Patricia McKenzie and Edwinna Baldwin, both of Paintsille; two brothers, Ellis B. Hamilton of Paintsville and Ford Hamilton of Red Bush; two sisters, Finetta Mullins of Paintsville and Edra Hill of Flat Gap; and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, at the First Free Will Baptist Church of Paintsville with Larry Blair, James Kelly Caudill, Dick Vanhoose and J.T. Bailey officiating. Burial followed in Highland Memorial Park in Staffordsville under the direction of Jones-Preston Funeral Home. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 12, 1990
JENNINGS, Elbert Jr.
1990
Elbert Jennings Jr., 68, of Columbus, Ohio died Thursday, December 20, in Grant Hospital. Mr. Jennings was a retired factory worker, a member of the United Baptist Church and a Kentucky Colonel. Surviving are his wife, Willa Mae; children Ernestine Collins, Amanda and Dolores Jennings. Helen Michels, Carol Jennings and Patricia Aly, all of Columbus; eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren and three brothers and three sisters. Funeral services were held Monday, December 24 in Schoedinger North Chapel, with Rev. Doug Ward officiating. Burial was in Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Dec.26 1990
MCCLOUD, Eligah
1908-1990
Paintsville resident Eligah McCloud, 82, died Tuesday, December 4, in Paul B. Hall Medical Center. Mr. McCloud was born March 14, 1908, in Johnson County, the son of Mary Ellen Waller McCloud. He was a retired coal miner and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Virginia Combs Wells McCloud; three sons, Millard McCloud of New Carlisle, Ohio, Albert McCloud of Pikeville, and Eugene Collier of Boons Camp; a step-son, Emery Wells, of Tennessee; two daughters, Mary Branham, of Meally, and Eula Hayden, of Thelma; three step-daughters, Betty Jo Rice, of Wittensville; Reva Sue Honeycutt, of Sitka, and Anna Moffett, of Michigan, a sister, Mrs. Eliza Mullins, of Defiance, Ohio; six grandchildren, 15 step-grandchildren, two great- grandchildren and two step-great- grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, December 7, in East Side Freewill Baptist Church at Thelma with Revs. Harry Frisby and Justin Harman officiating. Burial, was in Combs-Butcher Cemetery at Van Lear. Bryan Fraley & Son Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Dec.12 1990
NEWSOME, Crit
1909-1990
Sitka resident, Crit Newsome, 81, died Tuesday, December 18, at his home. Mr. Newsome was born January 15, 1909 in Letcher County, the son of Jach and Fannie Stumbo Newsome. He was self-employed. Surviving are three sons, Taylor, of Markle, Indiana, Ted, of Andrews, Indiana, and Bob, of Lakeview, Michigan; three daughters, Carol Sue Burke, of Sitka, Phyllis Oswalt, of Huntington, Indiana, and Elzada Henson, of Huntington; two brothers, Mertie Reynolds, of Legion, and Nell Cole, of Ohio; one half brother, Homer Reynolds, of McDowell; four half sisters, Dollie Newsome, Mae Howell and Mellie Holbrook, all of Andrews, Indiana, and Ruth Hamilton, of Legion; and 15 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held in Hart Funeral Home, Huntington, on Saturday, December 22. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery in Andrews. Preston Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements. PH Wed. 12-26-1990
PELPHREY, Glen
1990
Glen “Gabby” Pelphrey, 51, died December 22, 1989, in his Alexandria, Virginia home. Mr. Pelphrey was the son of the late Boots and Nannie Pelphrey. He was retired from the Air Force and was employed by the government at the time of his death. Surviving are his wife, Ann Fairchilds Pelphrey; one brother, Thomas G. Pelphrey, of Oregon, Ohio; and one sister, Mary Mae Saar, of Toleda, Ohio. Funeral services were held at the Stubbs-Conners Funeral Home in Waynesville, Ohio on December 27, with Rev. Donald Mertz officiating. Burial was in Miami Valley Memorial Gardens in Centerville, Ohio. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 24, 1990
PHELPS, Mary (Brickley)
1907-1990
Mary Brickley Phelps, 82, died Friday, December 22, in Wabash, Indiana. Mrs. Phelps was born February 17, 1907 in Ohio, the daughter of Joseph and Elvina Lent Bougher. She was a retired waitress and member of the First Church of God. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Charles Brickley, in 1961, and Sam Phelps, in 1980. Surviving are two sons, Paul Brickley, of Richmond, and Jerry Brickley, of Hager Hill; two daughters, Betty Ward, of Van Lear, and Eva Wilson, of Wabash; and eight grandchildren, 11 great- grandchildren and four step great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, December 28, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Wayne Burch and Tommy Reynolds officiating. Burial was in Wells Buckingham Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 3, 1990
PICKLESIMER, Douglas
1938-1990
Funeral services were held Thursday, December 20, for Douglas M. Picklesimer, 51. Mr. Picklesimer was born December 22, 1938 in Johnson County, the son of Thurman D. Picklesimer and Lorraine Walters Castle and the stepson of Jay Castle. Surviving are one daughter, Nancy Jane Picklesimer. Officiating at services in Tom's Creek United Baptist Church was Charles Price and John Sparks. Burial was in Castle Family Cemetery at Tutor Key, with Jones-Preston Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday December 26, 1990
PRATT, Zelda (Ward)
1912-1990
Zelda Collier Pratt of Concord, Mich., 78, formerly of Johnson County, died Sunday, December 9, at Albion Community Hospital in Albion, Mich., following a long illness. Born June 24, 1912 in Johnson County, she was a daughter of Grant and Martilda Childers Ward. She and her husband, the late Arnold Collier, were married September 26, 1927 in Pikeville. She moved to the Albion-Concord area in 1956. She was a homemaker. Survivors include four sons, James and Joe Collier, both of Albion, and Carlos and Stanton Collier, both of Concord; nine daughters, Patricia Bailey, Loretta Young, Cheryl Dean, Justine Caudle and Judith Brown, all of Albion, Donna Baldridge of Homer, Mich., Helen Ramey of Parma, Mich., and Faye Young and Janice Roger, both of Memphis, Tenn., and Hazel Pratt of Kenova, W.Va.; two half-sisters, Lorraine Dyer of Florida and Lucille Whitaker of Albion; 39 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesdday, December 12 at 1 p.m. at Tidd-Williams Funeral Chapel in Albion with the Rev. James Snyder officiating. Burial followed in Maple Grove Cemetery in Concord. Paintsville Herald Wednesday December 19, 1990
RATLIFF, Delphia (Wilcox)
1908-1990
Funeral sevices were held Sunday, Decmeber 16, for Delphia Wilcox Ratliff, 82. Mrs. Ratliff was born October 11, 1908 in Johnson County, the daughter of Robert and Littia Meade Wilcox. She was a member of the Thealka Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennie Ratliff, in 1976. Surviving are one son, Kenneth Ratliff, of Marion, Ohio; one daughter, Margaret Louise Perkins, of Paintsville; and five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Officiating at services in Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel was Dick VanHoose. Burial was in Richmond Cemetery at Paintsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 19, 1990
REEVES, Francis
1906-1990
Frances Reeves, 84, of Hager Hill, died Sunday, Dec. 9, at Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center in Paintsville. Born July 23,1906 in Indiana, he was a son of Clyde and Ella B. Leavel Reeves. A mechanic, he was employed by John Deere Co. and was a deacon with the First Christian Church of Huntington, Ind. Survivors include his wife, Vada Music Auxier Reeves; a step- daughter, Pauline Auxier Conley of Hager Hill; four grandchildren, six greatgrandchildren and two great-greatgrandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12 (today) at Jones-Preston Funeral Home Chapel with Dave Flannery, Jerry Scott and Marty Penix officiating. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Park in Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Dec.12 1990
RICHARDSON, Jacqueline (Patrick)
1932-1990
Mrs. Jacqueline Richardson, 58, died Monday, December 3, in Methodist Hospital, Pikeville. Mrs. Richardson was born September 23, 1932, in Johnson COunty, the daughter of Thomas S. and Flossie Burke Patrick. She was a resident of Betsy Layne and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church Surviving are her husband, Argus Richardson; three sons, Charles Ray Richardson, of Hindman, Argus Keith Richardson, of Banner, and Thomas Patrick Richardson, of Ivel; a daughter, Mrs. Jerri Kaye Meek, of Paintsville; a half-brother, Thomas Patrick, Jr., of Fostoria, Ohio; four grandchildren; and one step-grandson. Funeral services were held Thursday, December 6, in Third Street Freewill Baptist Church, Paintsville, with Revs. Cowan Campbell and Larry Blair officiating. Burial was in Patrick Cemetery at Leander, with Paintsville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday December 12, 1990
WALTERS, Tony Howard
1956-1990
Tony Howard Walters, 34, died Thursday, December 6, in St. Peters Hospital, St. Peters, Missouri. Mr. Walters was born January 31, 1956, in Paintsville, the son of Jim Walters and Ginger Meek Bogart. He was an entertainer. Surviving are his parents; one daughter, Amy Jo Sparks, of Flat Gap; two brothers, Terry Walters and Tim Walters, both of Prestonsburg; his paternal grandparents, Alen and Lydia Walters, of Boons Camp; and his maternal great-grandmother, Stella Staniford. Funeral services were held Monday, December 10, in Preston Funeral Home Chapel, with Joe Necessary officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Dec.19 1990
WEBB, Elmer
1906-1990
Elmer Webb, 84, of Middle Fork of Jenny's Creek, died Monday, December 10, at Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center in Paintsville following a short illness. Born September 28, 1906 in Johnson County, he was a son of the late Stewart and Martha Bowling Webb. He was retired miner and a member of the UMWA. Survivors include his wife, Era Belle Ward Webb, whom he married October 29, 1927; two sons, Fred Webb of Oil Springs and Randal Webb of Englewood, Ohio; four daughters, Mary Louise Williams of Jackson, Ohio, Helen M. Williams of New Carlisle, Ohio, Lena "Lois" Butcher of Williamsport and Mabel Coleman of Fairborn, Ohio; a foster daughter, Pamela Shingler of Frankfort; a brother, Glen Webb of Kansas City, Mo.; two sisters, Mary Blair of Staffordsville and Myrtle Blair of Waverly, Ohio; 11 grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and one step-great- grandchild. Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 12, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Preston Funeral Home Chapel in Paintsville.Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home chapel with Jerry castle officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Memorial Cemetey at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday December 12, 1990
WITTEN, Martha Jane
1890-1990
Former Johnson County resident, Martha Jane Wiiten, 100, died December 21. Miss Witten was born December 18, 1890 in Johnson County, the daughter of the late George and Mary Witten. She was a former bookkeeper for the Cabell County Sheriffs Department and a member of the Central Christian Church in Huntington, West Virginia. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Sunday, December 23, in Woodmere Memorial Park by Rev. Ed Parrish. Beard Funeral Home of Huntington was in charge of arrangements. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Dec.26 1990
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