OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for the Harlan, Kentucky area.

Willa Ruth Long Lawson

Willa Ruth Long Lawson

December 5, 2024

Willa Ruth Long Lawson, 83 of Dayhoit, received her eternal reward, surrounded by family on December 5, 2024. Willa Ruth leaves behind a legacy of steadfast faith in her Savior Jesus Christ. The type of faith that moves mountains, creates miracles, opens the eyes of the blind, heals the sick, delivers the oppressed and brings salvation to the lost. The...

James Buchannan Howard

James Buchannan Howard

December 5, 2024

James Buchannan Howard, 58 of Baxter, passed away on December 5, 2024 at his home. He was Born to the late Loren Elmer Howard and Anna Hall Howard on November 5, 1966.

Mr. Howard is preceded in death by his Parents and a Grandson, Jaxn Howard.

James is survived by his Children, Jeremy Howard, Wayne Miracle and Wife Courtney, Candace Lewis and...

David "Junebug" Gregory Jr.

David "Junebug" Gregory Jr.

December 3, 2024

David “Junebug” Gregory Jr., 51 of Wallins, passed away at his home on December 3, 2024. He was born to David Gregory Sr. and the late Anita Simpson Gregory on October 28, 1973. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and riding his four wheeler whenever he could and he always loved spending time with his friends and family.

Mr. Gregory is preceded in...

Millard Taylor

Millard Taylor

November 25, 2024

Millard Taylor, 76 of Harlan, passed away on November 25, 2024 at the Harlan Appalachian Regional Hospital. He was born to the late Zanuel and Emily Smith Taylor on April 5, 1948. He was a US Army Veteran and loved to hunt and fish.

He is Preceded in death by his Parents and several brothers.

Mr. Taylor is survived by his loving...

Oakland James Downey

Oakland James Downey

November 20, 2024

Oakland James Downey was born into the loving arms of Jesus on November 20, 2024. 

He is preceded in death by his Grandparents, Marie Lewis, Billie Adams, Marilyn Downey and Marilyn Downey.

Left to cherish his short time here are his Parents, Billie Adams and Kacey Downey; Brother, Lucas James Downey; Grandparents, Sue Lewis, Jeremy Adams, Glenda Adams and Lisa Vickrey; Great...

Lucas James Downey

Lucas James Downey

November 20, 2024

Lucas James Downey was born into the loving arms of Jesus on November 20, 2024. 

He is preceded in death by his Grandparents, Marie Lewis, Billie Adams, Marilyn Downey and Marilyn Downey.

Left to cherish his short time here are his Parents, Billie Adams and Kacey Downey; Brother, Oakland James Downey; Grandparents, Sue Lewis, Jeremy Adams, Glenda Adams and Lisa Vickrey; Great...

Ronald Boggs

Ronald Boggs

November 20, 2024

Ronald “Eddie” Boggs went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 20th, 2024. 

He was preceded in death by his Parents, Hobe and Lottie Boggs; Betty Eads, and his Son, Jason Boggs. 

Eddie is survived by his Wife, Gladys; Sons, Hobie and Jamie; Daughter-in-laws, Jennifer and Angie; Grandchildren, Gavin, Avery, Luke, Grace, Amber, Justin, Logan, Kaleb and his wife Lexy; Great...

Alice Miniard

Alice Miniard

November 12, 2024

Alice Miniard, a beloved matriarch, friend, and a cherished member of Evarts, passed away on November 12, 2024, at Harlan Appalachian Regional Hospital in Harlan, KY. Born on September 15, 1946, in Harlan, KY, Alice filled the world around her with warmth, laughter, and an unwavering devotion to her family and faith.

Alice dedicated a significant portion of her life to...

Timothy Paul Hawkins

Timothy Paul Hawkins

November 10, 2024

Timothy Paul Hawkins, 65 of Fresh Meadows, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at the Harlan Appalachian Regional Hospital. Timothy was born on March 9, 1959 to the late Jim and Barbara Hawkins.

Timothy worked as a skilled carpenter and concrete finisher, trained by his father, Jim Hawkins. Tim carried on this legacy by passing down these skills to...

Lester Bailey

Lester Bailey

November 8, 2024

Lester Henry Bailey, 56, of Coldiron, KY passed away Friday, November 8, 2024, at Baptist Health Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was born to the late Sophia Wagers and Charlie Bailey on October 5, 1968. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force having served in Operation Desert Shield.

Lester loved and served the Lord...

Mary Elizabeth Adkins

Mary Elizabeth Adkins

November 5, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Adkins,46, a beloved Wife, Mother, Daughter and Sister departed this world on November 5, 2024, at the UK Hospital in Lexington, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and unwavering faith. Born on October 25, 1978, Mary graced the lives of many for over 46 years with her infectious spirit and unwavering dedication to her Faith, family and...

Martha Lewis

Martha Lewis

November 4, 2024

Martha Lewis, 74 of Harlan, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024 at UK Hospital in Lexington. She was born to the late Febby Blackburn on May 11, 1950. 

She is preceded in death by her Mother and her Brother, Bobby Blackburn.

Martha is survived by her Children, Sue Lewis, Anna Turner and Fiancé Bryant Maggard, Robert Lewis and Joey Lewis and...

Candace Marie Edens Rice

Candace Marie Edens Rice

October 31, 2024

Candace Marie Edens Rice, 41 of Harlan, passed away on October 31, 2024. She was born on June 2, 1983.

Mrs. Rice is preceded in death by her Grandparents, Herbert and Bertha Ward and Bob and Betty Edens. 

Candace is survived by her Husband, Roger Rice; Parents, Brenda and Kenneth Ray Ward Sr. ; Siblings, Ruth and Husband Howard James Richmond, Krystal...

Timothy Brian Hawkins

Timothy Brian Hawkins

October 30, 2024

Timothy Brian Hawkins, age 41, passed away at his residence in Richmond, Ky on October 30, 2024. Brian was born in Harlan, Ky on June 17, 1983 to Timothy Paul and Billie Flynn Hawkins.

 He was preceded in death by a sister, Angel Flynn Sturgill, maternal grandparents, Andrew and Thelma Lankford, paternal grandparents, Jim and Barbara Hawkins. Brian was a jack...

Bonnie Lou Rogers

Bonnie Lou Rogers

October 24, 2024

Bonnie Lou Rogers aged 76, Daughter of Ella May and Columbus of Manchester, KY passed away at home on October 24th, 2024. 

Bonnie was a loving wife and mother and worked as a home maker for many years. She was a devoted Christian, a skilled gardener, a collector and quilter. 

She is preceded in death by her Parents; Her Husband, Irvin; Her...

Shirley Lewis

Shirley Lewis

October 21, 2024

Shirley Lewis, 81 of Putney, passed away Monday, October 21st, 2024 with her family by her side.

She is preceded in death by her Husband, Donald Lewis; Parents, Hagar and Stella Ball; Daughter, Stella Darlene Byrd.

Shirley leaves to mourn her passing her Son, Steven Lewis and Wife Melinda of Baxter; Daughter, Sherry Hartlove and Husband Woody of Baxter; Granddaughters, Stephanie Kidwell...

Robert "Bob" Bowling

Robert "Bob" Bowling

October 20, 2024

Robert “Bob” Bowling, 67, of Compton Hills, IL entered eternal rest on October 20, 2024.

Bob was born in Dayton, Ohio to Elsie and Bill Bowling on February 17, 1957. Bob was one of four children and the only son. Bob always loved the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and riding horses. He graduated from Stivers High School in 1975. During...

Doyle Bledsoe

Doyle Bledsoe

October 15, 2024

Doyle Bledsoe, 92 of Rosspoint, slipped into eternity on October 15, 2024 at his home following a brief illness. He was a retired coal miner and a retired truck driver. He held many titles in his life. To name a few; son, husband, dad, brother, and uncle. But his favorite was being a paps to his many grandchildren. He was...

Debra Dillman

Debra Dillman

October 14, 2024

Debra Dillman, 60 of Bledsoe, passed away with her loving family by her side on October 14, 2024. She was born to Mary Helen Ivey on August 23, 1964. She loved animals and enjoyed working as a vet tech when she was still able.

Ms. Dillman is preceded in death by her Husband, James Dillman; Son, Gary Brian Miniard, Jr..; Brother...

Heather Jo Burkhart

Heather Jo Burkhart

October 8, 2024

Heather Jo Burkhart, a beloved mother, wife, daughter, and sister, passed away peacefully on October 8,2024, at the UK Bluegrass Hospice Center. Born on June 1, 1981, in Harlan, Heather’s vibrant spirit and infectious laughter touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

As the CEO of Crazy Daisy Boutique, Heather combined her creativity and passion for...

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