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Anderson, T-SGT Douglas R. passed from this life on July 3, 1970 while serving with the United States Air Force in Phu Cat, Vietnam of an apparent heart attack. He was the son of James Lee and Dora S. Anderson, born January 17, 1930 at Jenkins, KY. Douglas entered the United States Air Force on Feb. 17, 1951. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Dora S. Anderson of Jenkins, KY. Two children, Justin of New York, and Kay of Cincinnati, Ohio. One brother, Howard Anderson of Jenkins, KY, one sister, Inez Brown of Jefferson, Maryland and a host of relatives and friends. Interment Hall Cemetery, Ermine, KY

Anderson, Emogene age 60 of Jenkins, Kentucky passed from this life on Saturday March 8, 1986 at St. Joseph Hospital, Lexington, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Arvil W. Boggs and Beulah (Davidson) Boggs Mink, born June 21, 1925, at Jenkins, Kentucky. Survivors are her mother and stepfather, Pete Mink of Jenkins, KY. Her husband Howard Anderson of Jenkins, Kentucky; one son Howard Eugene Anderson, Jr. of Birmingham, Al; four grandchildren; one brother, Wendell Davidson Boggs of Jenkins, KY; one sister, Leah Jane Haynes of Bristol, VA. one step-brother, Franklin Mink of Bean Station, TN; two step-sisters: Pat Guilfoyle of Sparta, WI and Gwen Harrell of Hopkinsville, KY. Emogene was secretary for Boggs Pharmacy of Jenkins, Kentucky; member of Pine Mt. Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, Jenkins, Kentucky.

Bellomy, Winnie Ann age 91, padded from this life on Tuesday, February 5, 1985 at the Whitesburg Appalachian Regional Hospital in Whitesburg, KY. She was the daughter of the late Isaiah Plummer and Sarah (Davis) Plummer born September 15, 1893 in Ellston, OH. Winnie was preceded in death by her husband, Dwight Avery Bellomy on August 13, 1969. Survivors are one son, Harold Bellomy of Knoxville, TN; two daughters; Lucille Tucker of Jenkins, KY and Ruth Quillen of Kingsport, TN.; seven grandchildren and six great-grand children. Winnie was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church of Paintsville, KY.

Beverley, Susan Ketterer passed from this life on June 1, 1973 at her residence at Jenkins, KY. She was born November 16, 1903 at Ashland,KY. Preceding her in death was her husband, Willard Beverley who passed on January 31,1967. Surviving is one son William M. Beverley of California. Also surviving are two grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.

Beverley , Willard R. of Jenkins, KY passed from this life on Tuesday January 31, 1967 at the Wise Regional Hospital Wise, VA. He is survived by his wife, Susan (Ketterer) Beverley and one son, William Maurice Beverley of California. Three brothers, W.D. and Baxter of Wise, VA. Emeral of Bristol, VA. Two sisters, Mrs. Eliza Davidson of Wise, VA. Mrs. Ada Scott of Stanley Town, VA.

Brummett, Ted, age 86 of Jenkins, KY; husband of Leah (Johnson) Brummett, retired machine shop foreman of Beth Elkhorn Coal Corp., member of the First Baptist Church of Jenkins, passed from this life on Tuesday, March 31, 1992, at the Jenkins Community Hospital. He was the son of the late Henry Brummett and Mary Jane (Boggs) Brummett, born July 5, 1905 at Bold Camp of Wise County, VA. Survivors in addition to his wife are a son, Jack Brummett of Austin, TX; and four grandchildren: Don and Scott Brummett, Tamara Brown and Leah Parker; a sister Julia Jenny of Sheridan, WY.

Corder, Lillian Margaret passed from this life on December 15, 1971 of an apparent heart attack. She was the daughter of Jerry and Dorothy (Cox) Love, born January 29, 1912 at Johnson City, TN. She is survived by her husband, Arnie E. Corder of Jenkins, KY; two sons, Jack of Scottsville, AZ; Jerry of San Diego, CA; two sisters, Mrs. Ula Duncan, Jenkins, KY; Gertrude Breeze of Daytona Beach, FL; one brother, Arthur Love of Los Angeles, CA. Mrs. Corder is also survived by five granddaughters.

Crase, Alpha Wallen, funeral services for Alpha Wallen Crase were conducted from the Chapel of Pluaski Funeral Home on Sunday, December 2, 1990 at 2:00 PM with Dr. Robert Browning officiating. Burial followed in the Lakeside Memorial Gardens. Alpha Wallen Crase age 89 was born on August 22, 1901 in Clinchport,VA. She was a resident of Jenkins, KY, an active member of the Jenkins Women's Club and a retired beautician. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jenkins, KY. Alpha was the daughter of Ritter Combs Wallen and Granville Perle Wallen. She died on Thursday, November 29, 1990 after a lengthy illness in Humana Lake Cumberland. She was the wife of Benjamin Hays Crase. Survivors include daughters Louise C. Johnson and Joey C. Bentley both of Science Hill, KY.

Crase, Linda Lou age 38 of Jenkins, KY departed this life on Monday October 4, 1982 at St Joseph Hospital, Lexington, KY. She was the daughter of Ewen E. Crase and Wilma (Adams) Crase, born November 21, 1943 at Fleming, Kentucky. Survived by her parents of Jenkins, KY; two brothers; Bill Crase of Sierra Vista, AZ, Tom Crase of Austin, TX; two sisters: Selma Jean Cantrell of Lexington, KY. Marietta Ball of Xenia, OH. Linda was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jenkins, KY.

Dann, Kathleen (Miller) passed from this life on Monday, April 29, 1985 at the Jenkins Community Hospital in Jenkins, KY. She was the daughter of the late Roscoe Martin Miller and Stella (Gambill) Miller, born December 28, 1915 at Grayson, KY. Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, Tony Dann, on July 30, 1974. Survivors include one daughter, Kay D. Mahan of Vandalia, OH; two grandchildren: Tony and Tracy Mahan of Vandalia, OH; one brother; Roscoe Miller of Crystal River FL; four sisters: Cora Lee Hancock of Jenkins, KY, Irene Weeks of Jenkins, KY, Eloise Steil and Margouriete Garrett of Ellicott City, MD. Kathleen was a member of the Jenkins United Methodist Church for over fifty years. She held numerous offices in the church including Chairperson of the Council on Ministries of the Church and Superintendent of the Sunday School. Kathleen was a member of the Methodist Women where she worked diligently so that the outreach of the Church could be extended.

Dann, Tony, 60, passed from this life on Tuesday, July 30, 1974 at Jenkins Clinic Hospital, Jenkins, KY. He was the son of Nick Dann and Laura (Buchanan) Dann, born July 24, 1914 at Wayland, KY. Survivors include his wife, Kathaleen Dann of Jenkins, KY; one daughter. Mrs. Kay Mahan of Vandalia, OH; two grandchildren, Tony and Tracy Mahan of Vandalia, OH; Mother, Mrs. Laura Gardner of McRoberts, KY; one sister Mrs. Georgia Smith of Greensburg, PA; several nieces and nephews.

Davidson, Larry Erwin "Lum" , 65 of Jenkins, passed form this life on Wednesday, July 25, 1990 at the Bristol Memorial Hospital, Bristol, TN. He was the son of the late Elizabeth Beverly Davidson, born Feb. 1, 1925 at Jenkins, KY. Survivors are his wife, Ruth (Tackett) Davidson of Jenkins; two sons: Michael and Mark Davidson both of Jenkins, KY; two grandchildren: Mike and Chris of Jenkins,KY; one brother, James Davidson of Bristol, VA; one sister, Mildred Tackett of Jenkins. Larry was a retired mine foreman of the Beth-Elkhorn Coal Corporation and a Veteran of WWII.

Davidson, Shafter passed from this life on November 27, 1965 at the Jenkins Clinic in Jenkins, KY. He was the son of the late Allen and Armanda (Moore) Davidson, born July 23, 1901, being 64 years, 4months and 4days of age at his death. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Yonts Davidson of Jenkins, KY, and two sisters, Mrs. Ruby Denham of Peoples KY and Mrs. Flora Ward of Tyner, KY. He was a member and deacon of the First Baptist Church of Jenkins, a member of the Jenkins Kiwanis Club, Alumnus of Berea, a member of the National Boy Scout Council of America and an employee of the Bethlehem-Elkhorn Coal Corporation.

Davis, Carl Stanton age 66, of Ormond Beach, FL passed away from this life on Wednesday, February 27, 1985 at his residence in Jenkins, KY. He was the son of the late Hugh Davis and Susie (King) Davis born September 7, 1918 at Fairmont, WV. Surviving Carl is his wife Edith (Wright) Davis of Ormond Beach, F. and formerly of Jenkins, KY; one brother, Walter R. Davis of Finleyville, PA; one sister, Helen O'Brien of Clairton, PA; and one niece, Deborah. Carl was a retired Federal Government employee of thirty years having lived fifteen years in Washington, D.C. and fifteen years in Hyattsville, MD. He was a past President of Belair Golf and Country Club in Bowie, MD; member of the Jenkins United Methodist Church, Jenkins,KY; was honorably discharged as a Master Sergeant from the United States Marine Corp having served in World War II.

Day, Nannie (Banks) died on January 17,1942 after being in very poor health for a number of years. Mrs. Day was the daughter of J.F. Banks of Cowan and was widely connected throughout the county. She was the mother of five children, four of whom have preceded her in death. She is survived by one son, Lester, of this city and her husband, Joe I. She also leaves two young grandsons who live at Fleming. They are Joe Ray and Richard Martin, the sons of Oramus Day who died July 2, of the past year. Funeral services were held Sunday at 12:00 at the First Baptist Church, Whitesburg, the ministers L.O. Griffith, Joe T. Sudduth and W. H. Poore officiating at the service. Burial followed at the John Day Cemetery on Big Cowan (Actually buried in the Dinah Blair Branch Cemetery) under the direction of Craft Funeral Home. Mrs. Day was well known and loved in this county. Before her illness she was very active helping her husband in his business interests, and making a home for her children. She often attended church and other public meetings. She was not affiliated to any church but had expressed the desire to Rev. Griffith recently that if and when her health would permit she wanted to be baptized. She also stated that for several years she had lived a Christian life and was ready to go when called. She had been confined to her home for quite a while, and had endured a great deal of suffering during that time. The past few months before her death it became evident that her life could not be prolonged for any length of time, although all that medical science would do for her had been done. Mrs. Day will be greatly missed in the community for although she had been unable to go out often friends called and always enjoyed a visit with her. She was a member of one of Letcher County's best-known families. (Mountain Eagle)

Day, Oramus Richard, the funeral of Oramus Day, son of Joe I. Day and Nannie (Banks) Day, who died July 2, 1941, was held the following Saturday, July 5, at the First Baptist Church in Whitesburg, at 10 o'clock, with Ministers L.O. Griffith, J.T. Harmon, and W.H. Poore officiating. Pallbearers, chosen from among his best friends, were Leland Jones, Warren Sergent, Smith Setzer, Tommy Thomas, Bill Tucker and Elmer Moore. Honorary pall bearers selected were W.M. Mullins, Bill Blair, Joe Reynolds, Nat Craft, Willie Dawahare, Paul Vermillion, Major Day, Walter Kreis, A.K. Frankin, Follace Fields, Doyle Hogg, Hiram Williams, Sam Collins, Jr., R.P. Price, and Charlie Quinlan. Flower girls were chosen from among the friends of Oramus and the family. The many beautiful floral offerings made spoke more fluently than words of the high esteem in which Oramus was held. Burial took place Saturday afternoon in Blair Cemetery on Cowan, which is the family cemetery. His two sons, Richard Martin and Joe Ray Day of Fleming, KY survive him. (Newspaper)

Dobbins, Stella Mae passed form this life March 8, 1963, she is the daughter of the late William Taylor and Levisa Shell Litton, born November 20, 1893 being 69 years, 3 months, and 16 days of age at her death. She was married to Charlie Dobbins 48 years ago. Surviving her is her husband Charlie Dobbins, her mother Levisa Taylor, Coeburn, VA, three brothers, C.M. Litten and Clay Litten both of Coeburn,VA. And Jennings Litton of Jenkins, KY. One child preceded her in death. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Jenkins,KY. A member of the Friendship Mission Circle the Jenkins Woman's Club and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star 247 Jenkins, KY.

Dunlap, Sarah Blythe passed form this life on Thursday, September 6, 1973 at the Whitesburg Appalachian Regional Hospital, Whitesburg, KY. She was the daughter of Sam Holt and Mary Elizabeth Holt, born January 11, 1894 at Clinton, TN. Mrs. Dunlap was preceded in death by her husband, the late Charles Dunlap on October 5, 1970. She was also preceded in death by two children. Survivors include, one grandchild, Mary Evelyn Roberts of Jenkins, KY. Seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.

Eversole, Joseph passed from this life on Friday November 20, 1970 at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital, Jenkins, KY. He was the son of W.C. and Bessie (Ison) Eversole, born April 10, 1908 at Hazard, KY. He is survived by his wife, Mary Christopher Eversole; one son, Joe Eddie Eversole, both of Jenkins, KY. Four brothers also survive; Carl T. Eversole of London, KY; Webster of Lancaster, Ky; W.C. Jr. of Houston, TX. And Edwin of Puebleo, CO.

Farley, Albert Guy age 69 of Jenkins, KY. Passed from this life on Wednesday, February 15, 1989, at the Central Baptist Hospital, Lexington, KY. He was the son of the late Andrew Moses Farley and Stella (Humphries) Farley, born February 19, 1919 in Burdine, KY. Survivors are his wife; Bliss Frye Farley, Jenkins,KY; one son; William Andrew Farley and wife, Roberta Collins Farley; one daughter; Kimberly Farley Page and husband, Norman Page; three grandchildren; Juddson Farley Page; Lindsey Dru Page and Ashley Elizabeth Farley; one brother; Carlos Farley of Ohio; one sister; Lillian Mattia of Augusta, GA. Albert retired from Beth-Elkhorn Coal Corporation having served as Superintendent of Outside Mining; a veteran of WWII United States Army Air Borne Ranger; member of Jenkins Masonic Lodge No. 856; El Hasa Temple Ashland KY.; member of the First Baptist Church, Jenkins, KY.

Fitzpatrick, Carl born April 11, 1895 deceased December 22, 1961. A son of the late Abraham and Mary (Rice) Fitzpatrick. Married to Hazel O'Conner. Also surviving him are three sisters; Mrs. Bent Rivers, West VanLier, KY. Miss Rusha Fitzpatrick, Bristol, TN. And Mrs. T.T. Sublett, Bristol, TN. One nephew and on niece. He was a member of the Methodist Church, a member of the Masonic Lodge, Jenkins, KY. Of the El Hassa Order of Shrine, Kiwanis Club and other organizations. He was Commander of American Legion Tenth District, a veteran of World War I; He came to Letcher County in 1919 and retired as an employee of Bethlehem Steel two years ago. Burial Johnson Memorial Park, Pikeville, KY.

Frye, Edith Mae passed form this life on Tuesday, March 7, 1972, at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital, Jenkins, KY. She was the daughter of Frank and Elsie (Keck) Starbird born March 9, 1889 in Los Angeles, CA. Mrs. Frye was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Frye, in 1956. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Bliss Farley of Jenkins, KY, two grandchildren, Bill Andy and Kim Farley of Jenkins, Kentucky. Burial at Johnson Memorial Gardens, Pikeville, KY.

Gambill, Gertrude passed from this life on Wednesday, September 28, 1966 at the Wise Regional Hospital, Wise, VA. After a long illness. She was the daughter of the late James H. and Mary Katherine (Lester) Gambill, born January 28, 1907 in Lawrence Co. KY. She is survived by one sister, Elva Gambill of Jenkins, Ky. And several nieces and nephews. She was a member of the Jenkins Methodist Church. Burial in the Family Plot of Dunham Cemetery, Dunham,KY.

Greer, Mary "Pug" , age 48, of Jenkins, passed from this life on Sunday May 6, 1990. At the Appalachian Health Care Center, Whitesburg, KY. She was the daughter of the late Norman Gambill Sr. and Bessie (Asbury) Gambill, born June 22, 1941 in Jenkins, KY. Survivors are her husband Paul Thomas Greer of Jenkins; two daughters: Melissa Ann Hogg and Melanie Kay Greer of Jenkins; a granddaughter, Jessica Nocole Hogg of Jenkins; one broth4er: Norman "Buddy" Gambill Jr. of MI. Mary was a member of the Jenkins United Methodist Church, member of the Pine Mountain Chapter No. 247, Order of the Eastern Star. She was assistant librarian for several years and librarian in 1987 for the Jenkins Public Library. Burial at the Greer Family Cemetery, Rt. 2, Jenkins, KY.

Halbert, Mary Francis age 75 of Jenkins, KY. Passed form this life on Friday, November 18, 1983 at the Jenkins Community Hospital, Jenkins Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late P.S. Wheeler and Druscill Grapes, born July 26, 1908 at Clarksburg, WV. Survivors are two sisters: Kathryn Hanley of Blue Hill, ME.; and Helanne Morgan of Lynch, KY. Also surviving is a host of nieces and nephews. Mary was a long time member of United Methodist Women where she served in an Official Capacity. Burial Temple Hill Memorial Park, Russell County, VA.

Hale, Bernice Sonora, daughter of Georgia (Tuttle) and Charles Edward Cutshaw, was born in Green County, TN., February 16, 1900. She passed from this life at the Whitesburg Appalachian Regional Hospital, June 19, 1975, being 75 years, 4months, and 3 days of age. She has been a member of the Fleming Missionary Baptist Church since 1928, and a member of the Eastern Star. She was married to Robert Isaac Hale at Fleming,KY. In 1916. He preceded her in death in 1968. She is survived by the following children: daughters, Roberta English, Omar, WV. Imogene Brown, Jackhorn, Doris DaSilva, Columbia SC. Eunice Reynolds, Frankfort, KY. Sons, John Elmore Hale, Lexington, OH., Nathan Scott Hale, Jonesboro, TN., son Benjamin Richard preceded her in death in 1966. She is also survived by 23 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, sister, Blanche McAully, Jackson, TN. Bertie Mundy, Revena KY. Fay Elliott, Lexington, KY, Phobe Bowen, Whitesburg, KY. Woodie Bowen, Lexington, Ky. Eddie Thompson and Ina Skaggs Fisher both of Ft. Pierce, FL. one brother Charles Monroe Cutshaw of Mobile, AL. And a large number of realitives and friends to mourn her passing. (Newspaper)

Harris, Wanda Lee age 67, of Jenkins, KY, retired x-ray technician and registered nurse, wife of O.E. Harris, passed from this life on Thursday, March 1992, at the Jenkins Community Hospital. Wanda was born September 2, 1924, in Helen, WV. Survivors other than her husband are her parents, Bob and Mildred Blake of Bean Station, TN; three sons: Robert E. Harris, Mobile AL; Duward E. Harris, Vienna, VA. And Charles Harris of Jenkins, KY; nine grandchildren; a brother John W. Blake of Hampton Road, VA. A daughter, Edna "Punky" Harris Render preceded her in death on July 17, 1987. Wand was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jenkins.

Hidvegi, Emma H. passed away August 25, 1973. She was born August 18, 1907. Place of interment is Greene Acres Cemetery, Ermine, Kentucky.

Jessee, Alice Ethel, passed form this life on Wednesday, August 30, 1972 at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital, Jenkins, KY. She was the daughter of Joseph and Ellen (Robinson) Carty, born February 24, 1890 in Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.W. Jessee in June of 1962. Survivors are two children: Mr. Paul Jessee of Jenkins, KY. Mrs. Mabel James of Jenkins, KY.; three sisters: Mrs. Lucy Combs of Oak Ridge, TN.; Mrs. Lena Miller of Erwin, TN. And Mrs. Bessie Connaty of Sarasota, Florida; four grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren. Burial in the family plot, Letcher County Memorial Gardens, Payne Gap, Kentucky.

Jordan, Allie (Wells), age 81 of Jenkins, KY., passed form this life on Tuesday, October 3, 1989, at her residence in Jenkins, KY. She was the daughter of the late William Wells and Malva (Penix) Wells, born August 4, 1908 in Martin County, KY. Survivors are her husband, Ransom Jordan whom she married on May 14, 1933; two sons: W.R. Jordan,Jr., Lexington, KY; George Ed Jordan, New Haven, CT.; one daughter; Mary Lynn Jordan, San Antonio, TX; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; four brothers: Chester War, Marion, IN; W.S.Wells, Salem, VA; George C. Wells, Pikeville, KY;Charles M. Wells, Paintsville, KY; three sisters: Sara Wells and Pearl Short of Paintsville,Ky; Hattie Howland of Cincinnati, OH. Allie was a member of the Jenkins United Methodist Church. Interment, Wells Family Cemetery, Boons Camp Johnson County, KY.

Kegan, Seth H. Sr., passed from this life on Saturday, August 17, 1974 at the Whitesburg Appalachian Regional Hospital, Whitesburg, KY. He was the son of Bernard Kegan and Mary Jane (Hand) Kegan, born March 11, 1907 in Baltimore, MD. He is survived by his wife, Margaret (Nicholson) Kegan of Jenkins, KY. two daughter, Barbara Belcher of Rockville, MD.; and Betty Polly of Long Island, NY.; one son, Seth H. Kegan, Jr. of Jenkins, KY.; twelve grandchildren; four sisters, Janett Pettus of Gallipolis, OH.; Jean Lawrence of Laurel, MD.; Madge Doran of Prestonsburg,KY.; Clara Lossberg of Rockville, MD. Seth was a member of the Jenkins United Methodist Church of Jenkins, KY., member of Jenkins Masonic Lodge NO. 856, F & AM of Jenkins, KY., and a member of the Jenkins Kiwanis Club for many years. Burial in family plot at Green Acres Cemetery, Ermine, KY.

Litton, Jennings, age 80 of Jenkins, KY. passed form this life on Sunday, October 9, 1988 at the Jenkins Community Hospital, Jenkins, KY. He was the son of W.T.Litton and Levisa Litton born September 11, 1908 in Coeburn, VA. Survivors are his wife, Thelma (McConnell) Litton and several nieces and nephews. Jennings was a retired coal miner; member of the First Baptist Church of Jenkins, KY. Member of Masonic Lodge No. 856 F & AM, Jenkins, KY. member of El Hasa Temple, Ashland, KY. Burial in the family plot Laurel Grove, Cemetery Ramsey, VA.

Looney, Nathan R. age 38 of Jenkins, Letcher County, KY Deputy Coroner, Embalmer and Funeral Director of Polly & Craft Funeral Home, died from an accidental drowning in Clinch River, near Sneedville, TN on Monday, July 30 1990. He was the son of Elmer Looney and Lillie Mae (Knight) Looney, born August 19, 1951. In Toner, Kentucky. Survivors are his wife, Vickie (Ellis) Looney and three children, Nathan Ray, II, Jeffery Leslie and Darla Elizabeth, all at home. His parents, Elmer and Lillie Mae Looney of McRoberts; two sisters: Patsy Allen of Bowling Green and Darla Mae Sexton of Jenkins; three brothers: Danny Looney of Jenkins, Elmer, Jr. of Kenosha, WI. And Darrell of Newark , CA. Nathan served eight years in the United States Air Force. He later joined the staff of the Polly & Craft Funeral Home where he served his apprenticeship and then attended and graduated form the Mid- American College of Funeral Service. He was a member of the Pi Sigma Eta Fraternity; (a national honors mortician fraternity and was a Letcher County Deputy Coroner. Interment in Laurel Fork Cemetery, Rt. 1 Jenkins, KY.

Marcum, Ruby (Litts) passed from this life on Saturday July 24, 1965 at the Pikeville Methodist Hospital Pikeville, KY. The daughter of Joseph and Charmie (Chapman) Litts she was born October 18, 1918 at Jenkins, KY. She is survived by her husband Eugene Marcum whom she married on February 14, 1948. Also surviving are her mother Mrs. Joseph L. Litts of Jenkins, KY; one sister, Janet Mullins of Dunham, KY and three brothers; Raymond, Richard and Charles all of Jenkins KY. Burial in Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, Norton, VA.

Martin, Bertha Elizabeth "Bird"( Ison) age 94 of Jenkins, KY passed from this life on Monday Aug 6, 1990 at the Jenkins Community Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Ira Ison and Mary (Swindall) Ison, born December 15, 1885, in Burdine KY. Preceding her in death was her husband, John Meigs Martin in 1957. Survivors are her daughter, June Childers and son in law Albert Childers of Jenkins, two grandchildren: Richard M. Day and Joe R. Day of Michigan; four great grandchildren: Meigs M., Michael Joe, Melanie Marie and Richard M. Day, Jr. Two sisters; Georgia Cantrill, Huntington WV, and Bobbie Andrews of Knoxville, IA. A brother, Carlton E. Ison of Louisa, KY. Bird was a member of the Jenkins United Methodist Church for over seventy-five years. Interment in Johnson Memorial Cemetery, Pikeville, KY.

Moore, Charles Doyle departed from this life on Friday, February 22, 1963. He was born on July 3, 1904, being 58 years, 7 months and 19 days of age at death. Surviving him is his wife Mrs. Ethel Phillips Moore, one daughter Mrs. Bettie Lou Philley of Morehead, KY. One grandson, John Davis Philley and one brother, Thurman Moore. Mr. Moore was a member of the Methodist Church. Burial in the family plot of Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, Norton, VA.

Mullins, William McKinley "Butch" passed from this life on Friday December 7, 1973 at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital, Jenkins, KY after a short illness. He was the son of James Madison Mullins and Lillie Mae (Whitaker) Mullins, born September 26, 1897 at Big Stone Gap. VA. He is survived by his wife Francis (Bain) Mullins of Jenkins, KY. Five sisters, Mary Johnson of Richmond, KY., Gertrude Mullins of Jenkins, KY., Cleo Mullins of Sandusky, OH., Martha Garcia of Los Angeles, CA., Leara Short of Pound, VA. Four brothers, John W. Mullins and Milton Mullins of Jenkins, KY., Adam Mullins of Anderson, IN., Virgil Mullins of Jenkins, KY. He was a deacon of the First Baptist Church of Jenkins, KY. For many years and at time of death was serving the Haymond Baptist Mission Church, Cormona, KY. He was a Veteran of World War II, Member of Lonesome Pine Masonic Lodge No. 884 of Neon, KY and a member of Pine Mt. Chapter No. 247 of Eastern Star. Burial in family plot of Green Acres Cemetery, Ermine, KY.

Phillips, Wanda Louise departed this life on May 7, 1966. She was the daughter of Charles and Agnes Phillips, born February 28, 1948 at Jenkins, KY., being 18 years, 2 months and 7 days of age at her death. She is survived by her parents, Charles of Loraine, OH and Agnes Morris of NC. One sister, Violet Nell and one brother, Benny Allen of NC. Three aunts; Lilly Anderson of Jenkins; Pearl Showalter of Abingdon, VA and Audry Roberts of Greensboro, NC; Two uncles, Buddy Anderson of Jenkins, and Harold Phillips of Christiansburg, VA. One grandmother, Flora Phillips of Christiansburg, VA. Burial in family plot of Phillips Cemetery, Flat Gap, VA.

Pritchard, Arthur Ray age 54 of Jenkins, KY, passed from this life at 11:40 PM on Wednesday, July 5, 1989 at the Jenkins Community Hospital after a long illness. He was the son of Mae (Minnix) Pritchard and the late Ernest Pritchard, born December 14, 1934 in Dunham, KY. Preceding Ray in death was his father on August 4, 1962. Survivors are his wife: Mary (Johnson) Pritchard; two daughters; Gina Bowman and Carol Potter of Stafford, VA. A grandson, Louis Christopher Ray; his mother, Mae Pritchard of Jenkins, KY. four sisters: Opal Norris, Indianapolis, IN; Madge Fleenor, New Albany, IN; Barbara Kennedy and Eloise Amendola of Richmond, VA. Ray was a retired coal miner of Beth-Elkhorn Coal Corporation; member of the First Baptist Church of Jenkins, KY. Ray was a faithful Christian servant for many years having served as Deacon and Superintendent of the Central Missionary Baptist Church of Jenkins until its closing. Interment at Sam Bentley Cemetery, Rt. 1 Jenkins, KY.

Polly, Sally K. age 56 of Jenkins, KY., Supervisor of Daniel Boone Clinic, Whitesburg, KY, passed away on Tuesday September 26, 1989 at her residence in Jenkins, KY. She was the daughter of the late Charles Edward Kincer and Ethel (Peterson) Kincer, born September 5, 1933 at Mayking, KY. Survivors are her husband, Clyde Polly whom she married on October 5, 1953; one brother: Jerry Kincer of Dayton, OH; two sisters: Joyce Bless of Cincinnati, OH and Martha Gay (Parky) Clay of Beckley, WV. And seven nieces and three nephews. Sally was a member of the Jenkins United Methodist Church. Burial in the family plot of Webb Cemetery, Mayking KY.

Render, Edna "Punky" Harris age 41 of 1028 Country Side Trace, Louisville, KY, passed from this life on Friday July 17, 1987 at her residence. She was the daughter of O.E.Harris and Wanda (Blake) Harris, born June 26, 1946 in Detroit, MI. Survivors are her husband, James W. Render, Louisville, KY. Two children: Matthew Adams, age 12, and Brook Adams age 10 of Jeremiah, KY. Parents O.E. and Wanda Harris, Jenkins, KY. Three brothers: Robert E. Harris, Charlotte, NC; Durward A. Harris, Vienna, VA; Charles W. Harris, Jenkins, KY. Paternal grandmother: Mrs. Grace Harris, Palm Bay, FL. Maternal grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Blake, Bean Station, TN. Edna was a legal Secretary for Brown Todd and Heyburn of Louisville, KY. She attended the Christ Lutheran Church, Taylor Drive in Louisville, KY. Burial in the family plot at Green Acres Cemetery, Whitesburg, KY.

Sanders, Sr., Dr. Edwin Blake age 65, passed from this life on Sunday, January 19, 1986 at his residence in Jenkins, Ky. He was the son of the late Dr. William Delbert Sanders and Beatrice (Wood) Sanders born February 28, 1920 at Hellier, KY. He was preceded in death by his wife Hester Sanders, on February 10, 1978. He was later married to Billie Williams who survives him. Other survivors include his mother, Beatrice Sanders of Jenkins, KY; one son, Edwin Blake Sanders Jr. of Jenkins, KY; three daughters: Joan Kay Brown of Lexington, KY, Rebecca Ann Adams of Salyersville, KY, and Judy Lynn Gallion of Jenkins, KY; six grandchildren; one brother, Franklin Sanders of Lexington, KY. Blake was a graduate of the University of Louisville Dental School, a lifetime member of the American Dental Association, Kentucky Dental Association, and the Kentucky Mountain Society. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict and was a member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Burial in the family plot at Bev. Francisco Cemetery, Ashcamp, KY.

Schatz, Martha Elizabeth passed from this life on Tuesday, February 8, 1972, at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital, Jenkins, KY, after a long illness. She was the daughter of Wm. Henry Wright and Nanny Lou (Sowards) Wright, born October 4, 1914 in Jenkins, KY. She is survived by her husband, George Schatz of Jenkins, KY; her mother, Nanny Wright of Jenkins, Ky., two sisters, Naomi Quick of Jenkins, KY, and Edith Davis of Heightsville, MD; two brothers, Mack Wright of Burdine, KY. and William F. Wright of Jenkins, KY. Burial in the family plot at Letcher County Memorial Gardens, Jenkins, KY.

Shubert, Alma( Fairchild) age 75 of Jenkins, KY. passed from this like on Thursday, March 3, 1983 at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital;, Jenkins, KY. She was the daughter of the late John Henry Fairchild and Vina (Horner) Fairchild, born April 23, 1907 at Cabin Creek, WV. Survivors are her husband, Walter C. Shubert of Jenkins; two sons: Walter C. Shubert Jr. of Lake Park, FL. Robert E. Shubert of Jenkins; one daughter, Mary Lou Kurtz of Warren, OH; eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; two brothers: Archie Fairchild of CA. Dawn Fairchild of Cincinnati, OH. one sister, Virginia Hess of CA. Alma was a very loving, caring person and will be missed by her many friends. Burial in family plot of Green Acres Cemetery, Ermine, KY.

Smith, Jacob Melvin passed from this life on March 5, 1965 at the Norton Community Hospital, Norton, VA. He was the son of William and Sarah Smith, born June 21, 1888 at Taswell, TN. He is survived by his wife Pearl (Wyatt) Smith of Jenkins, KY. Five children Ralph Smith of Greensburg, PA. Captain Richard Smith of USAF in Talcoma, WA., Ronald Smith of Dayton, OH., Mrs. Jeanette Matthews of Chicago, IL., Mrs. Charlcia Taylor of Jenkins, KY. He was a member of the Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Jenkins Masonic Lodge No. 856, Jenkins Chapter No. 164, RAM P.S. Wheller Council, No. 99. Pikeville Command-No.45. Member of El Hasa Temple, Ashland,KY. Member of the Order of the Eastern Star Pine Mt. Chapter No. 247.

Snapp, Carlos Victor age 101, of Jenkins, Y., retired Superintendent of Jenkins Independent Schools, passed from this life on Sunday, January 7, 1990 at the Appalachian Regional Health Care, Whitesburg, KY. He was born in Carlisle, KY. On December 7, 1888. On June 4, 1926 he married Gussie Webb who preceded him in death in July of 1955. Survivors are two nieces; three brothers-in-law: John Webb of Columbus, OH; Charles Webb of Florence, KY. David Webb of Williamsport, KY.; two sisters-in-law: Mrs. Lucille Helton of Cincinnati, OH. And Ruth Handy of Van Lear, KY. Mr. Snapp came to Jenkins from Van Lear in July of 1929, where he served as Superintendent of Schools. After leaving Jenkins Schools, he served as Pupil Personnel for Pike County Schools until his retirement. He was a member of the Jenkins United Methodist church, Charter member of the Kiwanis Club of Jenkins, Pine Mountain Chapter Order of Eastern Star.No.247, Jenkins member of the Masonic Lodge in Carlisle, KY. Also, he was a veteran of World War I. Mr. Snapp will be remembered for his dedication to the education of children, his love of music and his love of God. Interment, Johnson Memorial Park, Pikeville, KY.

Stallard, Mary Belle of Craft's Colly, KY. Passed from this life at the Jenkins Clinic, Jenkins, KY. On December 12, 1964. She was the daughter of the late Nehemiah and Nancy (Cook) Adams, born April 20 1890, being 74 years, 7 months and 22 days of age at her death. She was married to F. Grant Stallard who preceded her in death June 15, 1952. Surviving her are three sons, J. Wash Stallard, Lexington, KY. Riley Clay Stallard, Ermine, KY. And Grant Stallard, Jr. of Neon, KY. And one daughter, Mrs. Ruby Louise Collins of Mayking, KY. Two stepdaughters; Mrs. Sillar Spangler of Cumberland, KY. And Mrs. Ruth Hiebeck, of Tampa, FL.; one stepson W. Leonard Stallard, Sr. preceded her in death. Also surviving her is two brothers; Adie Adams of Eolia, KY. And Ewin Adams, Sergent, KY. Aunt, Mary Belle was a charter member of the First Baptist Church of Whitesburg. Burial in the Adams Cemetery, Craft's Colly, KY.

Stapleton, Willaiam A. Division Supt. Of Underground Mines, for the Elkhorn Division of Beth-Elkhorn Coal Corp, Jenkins, KY. Died at the Wise Regional Hospital on November 5, 1970 at 6:30 PM. Mr. Stapleton was born in Nickelsville, VA and at the time of his death was 57 years of age. His parents were Auborn Stapleton, who preceded him in death by a number of years, and Fannie (Gilmer), his mother of Kingsport, TN. who survives him. Survivors also include his wife, Mrs. Gladys G. Stapleton of Jenkins, KY., Two daughters, Mary Blake of Okinawa, Nancy Prunty of Lexington, KY. One son, Billy at home. Also surviving are a brother, Charles Stapleton of TN. And a half brother, James Gilmer of Chicago, IL., also seven grandchildren. He had been with Beth-Elkhorn and Consolidation Coal Company for Twenty-seven years and had spent nine years with Clinchfield Coal Company of Dante, VA. He was a member of the Jenkins Masonic Lodge No. 856 and a member of the Lonesome Pine Council of the Boy Scouts of America in which he spent many hours of volunteer work. Burial in the Temple Hill Cemetery of Castlewood, VA.

Stults, Alvin Estes age 72 of Jenkins, KY., passed from this life on Friday, April 17, 1987, at the Veterans Hospital, Lexington, KY. He was born September 4, 1914 in Sparta, TN. Early in life, he was married to Carrie Gibson, who proceeded him in death on June 2, 1969. He later married Gertrude Beverly who survives him. Other survivors are one son, Alvin W. Stults of Winchester, and two grandchildren. One sister, Josie Himphrey of Dayton, OH. Alvin was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jenkins, KY., for many years. He had served, as Sunday School Superintendent for many years until his health would no longer let him serve. He was also a Veteran of World War II. Burial in family plot of Green Acres Cemetery, Ermine, KY.

Taylor, Charles age of 79 of Lakeside Drive, Jenkins, KY. Died Friday, January 24, 1986. He was a native of Wise County, VA. The son of the late Henry and Martha Taylor. He was a member of the Jenkins United Methodist Church where he was past president of the United Methodist Men. After serving in World War II, he became a member of the Jenkins Masonic Lodge and the El Hasa Shriners Temple in Ashland, KY. Survivors include his wife, Charlcia (Smith) Taylor of Jenkins; one sister Mattie Cox of St. Mary Extended Care of Norton VA. Seven sisters and two brothers preceded him in death. Burial in family plot of Wise Cemetery

Tompkins, Leonard M. passed from this life on Sunday March 15, 1970 at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital, Jenkins, KY. He was the son of Frank and Jathina (Brunett) Tompkins, born May 19, 1909 at Stonega, VA. Mr. Tompkins is survived by his wife, Margie Tompkins of Jenkins, KY. The following Children: Lynn Tompkins of Jenkins, KY. Margie Williams and Terry Tompkins of Loyall, KY. Lucille Vaughn of Louisville, KY. Two sisters: Maude Smith of Corbin, KY.; Gertha Hale of Cincinnati, OH. He is also survived by five grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Burial in family plot of Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, Norton, VA.

Tompkins, Margie (Childers), age 58, of Santa Ana, CA., passed from this life on Friday, December 25, 1981 at the residence of her daughter, Lynne Pugh in Santa Ana, CA. She was the daughter of the late Samuel Merdith Childers and Carrie (Vanover) Childers, born October 16, 1923 at Jenkins,KY. Preceding her in death was her husband, Leonard M. Tompkins on March 15, 1970. Survivors include one daughter: Lynne Pugh of Santa Ana, CA; brothers: Albert F. Childers of Jenkins, KY. Alvin Childers of Wyandotte, MI. Erman Childers of Dorton, KY Lawrence Childers of Ashcamp, KY; two sisters: Jo Ann Rose of Tampa, FL. Mattie Johnson of Pikeville, KY. Margie was a member of the Christian Church of Jenkins, KY. Burial in family plot of Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, Norton, VA.

Tucker, Mrs. (Jim) Nola entered eternal life on Thursday July 22, 1965 at her residence at approximately 3:30pm. She was born at Hylton, KY on September 14, 1912 being 52 years, 10 months and 8 days of age. She is survived by her husband, Jim Tucker and mother, Mrs. Bertha Reedy. One son, James Tucker, Middletown KY. Tow sisters; Mrs. Gwendelye Moore and Mrs. Catherine Cantrell both of Shelbly Gap,KY. Two brothers; Bivin Childers and Frank Childers, both of Shelby Gap, KY. also two grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Interment in the family plot at Childers Cemetery, Hylton, KY. Burial in Temple Hill Cemetery, Castle Wood, VA.

Wheeler, Drusilla Grapes passed from this life on November 4, 1969 at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital, Jenkins, KY. She was a daughter of John and Martha Greynolds, Born June 24, 1886 in Clarksville, WV. She is survived by the following children; Mary Francis Halbert, Jenkins, KY. Kathryn Louise Hanley, Pittsburg, PA.; Helanne Virginia Morgan, Lynch, KY.; also five grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Wilder, Charles Edgar passed from this life on June 9, 1972 at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital, Jenkins Ky. He was the son of Andy Wilder and Charlicia (Thomas) Wilder born April 4, 1946 at Seco, KY. He is survived by his wife, Ellen (Wagner) Wilder of Jenkins, KY. One son, Brian at home. His father, Andy Wilder of Cromona, KY. And the following brothers and sisters: Leonard, Arnold, James all of Detroit, MI. Beulah Foley of Detroit, MI. Regina Lucas of Cromona, Ky., Novidice Hubel of Detroit, MI. Howard Logan of Cromona, KY., Barbara O'Shea of Detroit, MI. Roberta Walker of Jenkins, KY., and Similene Wilder of Cromona, KY. He is also survived by a host of relatives and friends. Burial in family plot of Green Acres Cemetery, Ermine, KY.

Wright, Creighton Wilmer passed from this life on Sunday June 28, 1970 at his residence at Thorton, KY. Of an apparent heart attack. He was the son of Wm. Henry and Nannie Lou (Sowards) Wright, born January 16, 1917 at Jenkins, KY. He is survived by his mother, Nannie Wright of Jenkins, KY.; his wife Mary Adams Wright of Thornton, KY., and the following children; Charlotte of Miami, FL., Roger Neal of Louisville, KY.; Naomi Bean of Louisville, KY.; Linda Wright of Winchester, KY., Sammuel Wright of Lexington, KY.; Martha Wright of Pikeville, KY.; six grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Burial in family plot of the Reynolds Cemetery, Seco, KY.

Wright, Mack 78 of Rt. 1, Jenkins, KY, passed from this life on Tuesday, February 12, 1991 at the Dickenson County Medical Center, Clintwood, VA. He was the son of the late William Henry Wright and Nannie Lou (Sowards) Wright, born May 17, 1912 at Jenkins, KY. Survivors are his wife, Bernice Bentley Wright; and three daughters: Peggy Mullins of Jenkins, KY; Iris Layne and Donna Mack Hale, both of Pound, VA; three grandchildren: Stephanie Mullins Collins, Richmond, KY; Jonathan and Jason Hale, both of Pound, VA; a brother William F. Wright of Jenkins, KY; two sisters Naomi Quick of Jenkins, KY; and Edith Davis of Ormond Beach, FL. Mack was a retired supervisor for Adams Stone Company of Jenkins, KY; a member of the Bradley Burkhart Post No. 66 and the Christopher Gist Post No. 9600; a veteran of World War II, having served in the United States Army. He attended the Jenkins United Methodist Church. Interment in Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, Norton, VA.

Wright, Maxie Lee, age 69 of Jenkins, KY passed from this life on Saturday, October 13, 1990, at the Holston Valley Community Hospital, Kingsport, TN. She was the daughter of the late Hass Mullins and Dora (Gibson) Mullins, born April 9, 1921 at Cromona, KY. Survivors are her husband, Edgar Wright, Jenkins, KY; a daughter, Lanna Dixon, Jenkins, KY; a grandson, Shane Dixon, Jenkins, KY; three sisters; Daisey Sexton, Fairborn, OH; Norma Sergent, Cleveland, OH; Sadie Meeks, Cromona, KY; two brothers: Millard Mullins, Hemphill, KY; and Lou Mullins, Dayton, OH. One sister, Irene Mullins of Cromona, KY preceded her in death. Maxie was a member of the Jenkins United Methodist Church. Interment Green Acres Cemetery, Whitesburg, KY.

Wright, Nannie Lou, 87 passed from this life on Monday, July 31, 1972 at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital, Jenkins, KY after a long illness. She was the daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth (Branham) Sawyer. Born June 3, 1885, at Wise County, VA. Mrs. Wright was preceded in death by her husband Henry Wright and Mr. William F. Wright of Jenkins, KY. One sister: Mrs. Tilda Wright of Jenkins, KY. Thirteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Mrs. Wright was a member of the First Church of God, Neon, KY. Burial in family plot of Letcher County Memorial Garden, Payne Gap, KY.

Wright, Stella Potter 58 of Jenkins, KY passed from this life on Wednesday, July 14, 1982 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Roosevelt Potter and Hattie (Collier) Potter, born October 29, 1923 in Letcher County, KY. In 1942 Stella married Roy Wright and to this union were born five children: Shelby Jean Potter, Ocala, FL, Karen Hutchison, Jenkins, KY, Teresa Tomlin, Lexington, KY. Cecelia DeSimone, Oklahoma City, OK. Survivors are her husband, children and six grandchildren; three sisters: Aileen Wright, Cherlette Elkins and Phyllis Elkins; five brothers: Elmon Potter, Enoch Potter, Gale Potter, R.V. Potter and Jimmy Dale Potter. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jenkins, KY. Stella possessed a loving ability to brighten the lives of all who knew her. She had God-given talents which she shared with everyone. She did so by her commitment to God, and the Church. Her courage and devotion is a living testimony to her family and community who loved her dearly. Burial in family plot in Johnson Memorial Cemetery, Pikeville, KY.

Wright, Mary Louise daughter of Lily(Ison) and McKinnley Greer was born at Myra, KY February 4, 1918, passed from this life at the Jenkins Clinic Hospital July 21, 1972, being only 54 years, 5 months and 17 days of age at her passing. Louise's mother passed away when she was just a baby and was raised by her stepmother Bertha Sowards Greer of Pike County, KY, and Husband Asa Wright whom she married November 21, 1942 while in Detroit, MI. Daughter Nancy Jones of Neon, KY son Ronnie Wright of Neon, 2 grandchildren with another expected, two brothers: Guy Greer of Ypsilanti, MI. and Bill Greer of Grundy, VA half sisters: June Newsome of Dorton, KY Mildred Johnson, Audrey Johnson of Belleville, MI, Gale Collins of Myra, KY. Bonnie Hale of Jenkins, KY. half brothers: Morris Greer Belleville, MI, Hubert Greer of Dayton, OH, Marcus and Glenn Greer of Ypsilanti, MI and a large number of relatives and friends. Burial in Riley Bentley Cemetery Deane, KY.

Wolfe, Elizabeth passed from this life on January 16, 1964 at Appalachian Regional Hospital at Whitesburg, KY. She was the daughter of Isaac Pratt and Nancy Jane (Louder) Pratt, born at Chattum Hill, VA. She was married to Chester H. Wolfe on November 25, 1920. She is survived by her husband, Chester H. Wolfe, of Burdine,KY and two sons, Chester H. Wolfe, Jr. Middlesborough, KY and Roy Pratt Wolfe of Washington, D.C., one sister Mrs. William Neal Hurley of Radford, VA., one brother, Sam Pratt of Blacksburg, VA., three grandchildren, member of the Eastern Star, Methodist Church and Jenkins Woman's Club. Burial in Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, Norton, VA.

Zegeer, Margaret Helen passed from this life on Wednesday, August 30, 1972 at her residence, Jenkins, KY. She was the daughter of C.W. and Linda Corey, born October 6, 1921 in Beckley, WV. Survivors are her husband, David A. Zegeer of Jenkins, KY; three children: John David of San Juan, Puerto Rico; Charles Victor of Lexington, KY, Aileen Margaret of Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY; two brothers: Fred Corey of Van Nuys, CA; Connie Corey of Charlotte, NC; two sisters: Mrs. Vivian White, Kingsport, TN; Mrs. Kaleel Jamison of Cincinnati, OH.