OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for the Harlan, Kentucky area.

Lois Faye Broughton

Lois Faye Broughton

Mar 17, 2024

Lois Faye Broughton, 78 of Baxter, passed away on March 17, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on June 3, 1945 to the late Hobert and Bessie Vanover Creech. She loved the outdoors, fishing, hunting, searching for hickory chickens, hunting for Elk sheds and wondering through her daughters garden enjoying the day. 

Ms. Broughton is preceded...

Taylor Alyssa Baltimore

Taylor Alyssa Baltimore

Mar 5, 2024

Taylor Alyssa Baltimore, 23, passed away on March 5, 2024 at UK Chandler Hospital. She was born on February 4, 2001 in Corbin, KY to Melissa Miniard and Joe Baltimore. She was a Nursing student at the Southeast Community & Technical College. 

She is preceded in death by her Grandparents, Frank and Gail Baltimore, Jeannie and Mike Taylor and Homer Tucker;...

Norlan Hensley Belcher

Norlan Hensley Belcher

Mar 3, 2024

Norlan Hensley Belcher, 71 of Bledsoe, Ky passed away on March 3, 2024 at Barbourville ARH. She was born to the late Robert and Noralee Ward Hensley on March 30, 1952. 

Ms. Belcher is preceded in death by her parents and a Sister, Martha Hensley. 

Norlan is survived by her Brothers, Stanley Hensley and Arthur Hensley; Sister, Ruth Hensley; Nieces and Nephews,...

Juanita Pennington

Juanita Pennington

Feb 16, 2024

Juanita Grubbs Pennington, 96 of Harlan, Ky, passed away February 16, 2024 at St. Joes Hospital at 9:12am after a long battle with cancer with her family by her side. Born January 9, 1928 to Lewis and Joann Grubbs. 

She was preceded in death by her Husband, Sam Pennington; Sons, Roger Pennington and Eddie Pennington; Grandson, Bobby “B Bob” Grubbs and...

Cleda Callahan

Cleda Callahan

Feb 12, 2024

Cleda Callahan, 81 of Harlan, passed away on February 12, 2024 at Harlan ARH with her family by her side. She was born to the late Albert and Hannah Couch Brown on February 14, 1942. She was a devoted Jehovah Witness and a strict loving mother. 

Ms. Callahan is preceded in death by her Parents; Husband, Coleman Callahan Sr. and a...

Louise Broughton

Louise Broughton

Feb 11, 2024

Louise Broughton, 76 of Baxter, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was born to the late Allison and Pauline Brock on November 17, 1947. 

Ms. Broughton is preceded in death by her Parents; Husband, Alonzo Broughton; Daughter, Linda Lou Broughton; Great Grandson, Jaxton Blanton; Great Granddaughter, Armani Reece Massey;...

Karen Nolan

Karen Nolan

Feb 10, 2024

Karen Nolan Bell, 70, born on January 18, 1954, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

A devoted mother and friend, Karen always put the needs of others before her own.  With a soul full of JOY, Karen lead a life full of art, music, writing, and fellowship.

From coal-mining town Harlan, KY, to bustling New York...

Carla Simpson

Carla Simpson

Feb 8, 2024

Carla Simpson, beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on February 8, 2024, at the age of 53. She was born on November 22, 1970. Carla was an exceptional individual who touched the lives of those around her with her infectious personality and heart-warming laughter.

Carla had an unparalleled ability to bring joy to others. Her signature "Goat Face" was...

Jerry Foley

Jerry Foley

Jan 24, 2024

Jerry Foley, age 34, of Gulston, KY, passed away on January 24, 2024. Born in Harlan, KY on December 21, 1989, Jerry was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Foley, Sr. 

Jerry had a love for fishing, enjoyed working on electronics and he loved to make everyone laugh. 

Left to mourn his passing is his son, Jerry Foley; mother, Debra Foley...

Polly Emily Bailey Minton

Polly Emily Bailey Minton

Jan 22, 2024

Polly Emily Bailey Minton, a loving mother, devoted housewife, and vibrant member of the Holiness Faith community, passed away at 82. She was born on December 7, 1941, in Harlan, Kentucky, and peacefully departed on January 22, 2024, in her beloved hometown.

Polly's life was filled with joyous moments, and her warm personality touched the lives of all who knew her....

Debbie Saylor Caldwell

Debbie Saylor Caldwell

Jan 19, 2024

From part-time sports photographer to managing editor, Debbie Saylor Caldwell transformed herself into an award-winning journalist through perseverance and hard work . She is remembered by her friends and colleagues for her tireless dedication following news of her death after a long battle with illness.

Debbie was preceded in death by her late husband Harold Caldwell; parents, Maggie and Levi Saylor,...

Charles "Toby" Howard

Charles "Toby" Howard

Jan 17, 2024

Charles “Toby” Howard, 89 of Harlan, passed away on January 17, 2024 at the Harlan ARH with his family by his side. He was born to the late Burval and Nella Kellums Howard on April 16, 1934. He loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He worked for General Motors in Dayton, OH for several years until he retired. He...

Elizabeth Johnson

Elizabeth Johnson

Jan 15, 2024

 

Elizabeth Johnson, 47 of Harlan, passed away on January 15, 2024 at Harlan Appalachian Regional Hospital. She was born to Florence King Bennett on November 13, 1976. She enjoyed shopping, going out to eat with her family and friends, she loved the lake and beach and especially loved her children and twin sister, Alicia.

Ms. Johnson is preceded in...

Betty Helton

Betty Helton

Jan 3, 2024

 

Betty Helton, 79 of Wallins, passed away on January 3, 2024 at Harlan ARH Hospital. She was born to the late Brady and Estelle Johnson Farley on June 19, 1944. She was a Teacher for 35 years at Evarts High School. She loved spending time with her family and friends and travelling.

Ms. Helton is preceded in death by...

Helen Victoria Eldridge Saylor

Helen Victoria Eldridge Saylor

Dec 31, 2023

 

Helen Victoria Eldridge Saylor, 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at her home in Coldiron, KY. She was surrounded by her loving children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Vickie joins her husband of 65 years, Delbert Stallard Saylor; father, Milton T. Eldridge; mother, Lana (Redmond) Eldridge; brothers, J.C. Redmond, Raymond Harvey (Colleen) Eldridge and Hubert Eldridge, and a...

Wilma Sue Saylor

Wilma Sue Saylor

Dec 24, 2023

 

Wilma Sue Saylor, 68, of Pennington Gap went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 24, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

 

Wilma was born on April 5, 1955 in Harlan, Kentucky. Wilma was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend to many,

 

She is preceded in death by her husband,...

Tammi Maggard

Tammi Maggard

Dec 23, 2023

 

Tammi Maggard, 54 of Ages, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023. She was born to the late Isom Gerald Smith and Phyllis Bull Smith on October 8, 1969 in Desplain, Illinois. She was a member of the Cawood Pentecostal Holiness Church. She was a joy to be around and never failed to make a friend anywhere she went. 

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Thelma Bray

Thelma Bray

Dec 15, 2023

Thelma Bray, a dedicated homemaker, passed away on December 15, 2023, in Harlan, KY. She was born on March 19, 1958, in Harlan, KY.Thelma was a kind and selfless woman who found joy in taking care of her loved ones. She will be remembered for her unwavering love for her grandkids and her passion for ginseng hunting, fishing, and gardening....

Ronald Smith

Ronald Smith

Dec 14, 2023

Ronald Smith, a retired coal miner from Harlan, Kentucky, passed away on December 14, 2023. He was born on March 3, 1955, in Harlan, Kentucky. Ronald dedicated many years of his life to working in the coal mining industry. He was known for his hard work and dedication to providing for his family. A Christian, Ronald attended the Gulston Church...

Benjamin Clark

Benjamin Clark

Dec 14, 2023

Benjamin Clark, a beloved and cherished individual, passed away on December 14, 2023. Born on February 23, 1940, he lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a spirit of kindness that touched the hearts of all who knew him. Throughout his years, Benjamin displayed a warm and vibrant personality that made him an absolute joy to be around. He had...

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