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12/19/2025

Jeanette Bowling Whitaker, age 85, of Cornettsville, KY, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the Hazard ARH Medical Center. Jeanette was a member of Big Leatherwood Old Regular Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading, quilting, embroidery and working crossword puzzles.

Jeanette was born on February 05, 1940, in Perry County, KY, to the late Boone Bowling and the late Lily Mae Pratt Bowling. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her Husband: Culbert "Tub" Whitaker; One Son: Leathan Whitaker; Four Sisters: Geneva, Bobbie, Imogene & Lou Veina and One Brother: Boone Jr.

She leaves surviving Two Daughters: Comilla Adams (David) of Cornettsville, KY & Lillian Rathbun (Scott) of Illinois; Three Sisters: Karol Jones of Indiana, Mary Ann Bowling of Ohio & Martha Callahan of Cornettsville, KY; Two Brothers: Larry Bowling of Cornettsville, KY & Terry Bowling of Cornettsville, KY; Four Grandchildren: Melissa Hall (Jeremy), Jeffrey Adams (Kelli), Franklin Rathbun & Andrew Whitaker; Three Great-Grandchildren: Alyssa, Andy & Emy as well as A Host of Nieces, Nephews, Family & Friends.

Arrangements are being handled by Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel where the family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Funeral Service will be at Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel at 12:00 PM, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 with Danny Dixon & Scotty Halcomb officiating. Interment will be at Community Cemetery, Little Leatherwood, KY.

12/18/2025

Franklin Cornett, age 71, of Delphia, KY, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at his residence. He liked to ginseng in the mountains. Franklin enjoyed watching television and tinkering with his lawnmowers.

Franklin was born on June 26, 1954, in Hazard, KY, to the late Boyd Cornett and the late Bonnie Holbrook Cornett. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by One Daughter: Diana Sue Adams; One Granddaughter: Brandy Back; One Grandson: Brandon Back and A Host of siblings.

He leaves surviving Three Daughters: Kay Banks of Delphia, KY, Melissa Trent (Buck) of Delphia, KY & Kimberly Shepherd (Michael) of Cornettsville, KY; One Brother: Mick Cornett (Cheryl) of Danville, KY; Ten Grandchildren: Charles, Shawn, Kimberly (Derrick), Austin, Amber (Dustin), Alex, Andrew, Ora (Josh), Ashley (Will) & Mikey; Five Great-Grandchildren: Carlee. Kiley, Ethan, Mason & Gabby; Beloved Pet: Jack as well as A Host of Family & Friends.

Arrangements are being handled by Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel. Graveside Service & Burial will be at Beechfork Cemetery in Slemp, KY, at 12:00 PM, Saturday, December 20, 2025.

12/17/2025

Tonia Renea Richie, age 53, of Hazard, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Hazard Medical Center. Tonia was a former Teacher for the Perry County School System.

She is preceded in death by her Father: W.H. Neal Combs and Husband: James Richie.

She is survived by her Mother: Pansy Brashear Adams (David Charles); One Son: Jimmy Richie (Brandy); Two Brothers: David Glenn Adams (Nicole)& Justin Combs; One Sister: Cassie Combs; Step Mother: Patricia Combs; Three Grandchildren: Alicen, Emma & Kailey and A Host of Nieces, Nephews, Family & Friends

Arrangements are being handled by Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel where the family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Monday, December 22, 2025. Funeral service will be at Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel at 1:00 PM, Monday, December 22, 2025, Joe Engle officiating. Interment will be at Sampson Brashear Family Cemetery, Viper, KY

12/16/2025

Marie Allen, age 81, of Ary, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Greg & Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY. Marie once attended Rowdy Brethren Church. She worked many years at Hazard ARH. Marie enjoyed sewing, quilting and working in her flower garden. Most of all, Marie loved spending time with her family.

Marie was born on January 01, 1944, in Leslie County, KY, to the late Pleasant Huff and the late Anna Marie Feltner Huff. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by One Daughter: Anna Margaret Jacobs and A Host of Siblings.

She is survived by her Husband of Sixty-three Years: Ronald Allen; One Son: Ronald Dean Allen of Dice, KY; One Sister: Parlee Martin of Ohio; One Brother: Pleasant Huff Jr. of Georgia: Five Grandchildren: Derek Allen (Stacy), Justin Allen (Felicia), Chesney Jacobs, Jaxon Jacobs & Zachary Jacobs; Two Great-Grandchildren: Bailee Allen & Skye Allen; Daughter-In-Law: Tammy Allen; Son-In-Law: Eric Jacobs as well as A Host of Nieces, Nephews, Family & Friends.

Arrangements are being handled by Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel where the family will receive friends 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Friday, December 19, 2025. Funeral Service will be at Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel at 2:00 PM, Friday, December 19, 2025, with Paul Sluss officiating. Entombment will be at Mountain View Memorial Gardens, Hazard, KY.

12/15/2025

Fred Napier, 87, of Buford, Georgia, passed away peacefully on December 2nd, surrounded by family.

Born in Hazard, Kentucky, he attended the University of Kentucky before entering the coal mines. Over the years, he worked as a foreman in multiple industries before choosing grading and excavation. In his words, he was able to “play in the dirt” for the rest of his working life with his “yellow paint toys” just getting bigger.

Fred was a hard worker who taught his children a strong work ethic and was proud of each of their accomplishments in their respective careers. He imparted Appalachian wisdom, generosity, and hospitality on everyone he met. Fred loved to travel, collect vintage cars, enjoy family, and spend time on their houseboat on Lake Lanier.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia, five children, Mark (Lisa), Mick (Jennifer), Brian (Lynn), Kelley (Beth), and Asher (Beth), grandchildren Evan, Nicole, Dell, Lena, Jameson, and Xander. He was preceded in death by his sister, Joyce Jones, and leaves behind sisters Pauline Hensley, Nancy Cathcart, and Von Boggs. He will also be missed by countless nieces, nephews, cousins and chosen family.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Buford Community Center on January 10th from 3pm to 7 pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to FriendsUNeed at friendsuneed.org or the Napier-Pollard Scholarship Fund c/o Von Boggs, 188 Middle Ridge Road, Bonnyman, KY 41719.

12/15/2025

William Leslie Moore, age 69, of Hazard, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at his residence. He was avid outdoorsman who enjoyed camping and fishing. One of his favorite hobbies was being a history buff.

He was the son of the late Ralph Moore and the late Patricia Begley Moore.

He leaves surviving Two Daughters: Brittany Moore (Andrew) & Makeshia Moore; Three Sisters: Joanne Moore, Terri Hauge (Bill) & Deidre Marsh (Ken); One Brother: Eddie "Caveman" Moore (Linda); Companion: Frances Campbell; Seven Grandchildren: Christian, Damein, McKenzie, Aiden, Makynlee, Rylie & Easton; Beloved Dog: Max and A Host of Nieces, Nephews, Family & Friends

Arrangements are being handled by Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel where the family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Saturday, December 20, 2025. A Celebration of Life Service will be at Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel at 4:00 PM, Saturday, December 20, 2025.

12/12/2025

Jerry Lee Shepherd, age 71, of Slemp, KY, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Harlan ARH. He was a United States Navy Veteran. Jerry was a retired truck driver for the coal mines. Jerry lived a simple life.

He was the son of the late Shelby Shepherd and the late Virginia Lykins Creech. He is also preceded in death by Two Brothers: Johnny Shepherd and Marvin Shepherd; One Sister: Kathy Rogers and One Niece: Kayla.

He leaves surviving Two Sisters: Darlene Matt (Jeff) & Brenda Freeze (Ryan); One Brother: Sam Creech; Three Step Children: Eddie, Tony & Kimberly; Three Nephews: Cody, Colton & Aaron; Three Nieces: Ashley, Cassidy & Rosemary and A Host of Great Nieces, Great Nephews, Family & Friends

Arrangements are being handled by Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel where the family will receive friends from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Funeral service will be at Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel at 12:30 PM, Tuesday, December 16, 2025, Wayne Joseph officiating. Interment will be at Beechfork Cemetery at Slemp, KY.

12/11/2025

Rommel Napier passed peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, at NHC Rehabilitation Center in Summerville, SC, surrounded by the love he so rightfully deserved. He was born on June 29th, 1934, in Rowdy, Kentucky, to Barter and Bertha Napier. He grew up in Rowdy and later made his way to Hazard, KY, where the story of his life took a wonderful turn. It was there that he met Glenda Combs and so began a shared life of love and dedication to one another. They were married in 1957, beginning a union filled with love, laughter, and shared faith that lasted more than 63 years.

Rommel proudly served his country in the United States Navy, spending most of his service during the Korean War aboard a Navy destroyer ship. After returning home, he embraced a life of hard work and dedication, building a career as a truck driver. His talents, however, extended far beyond the open road. He spent many years designing and building fishing boats—craftsmanship that brought him joy and gave others pride in owning something shaped by his capable hands.

He and Glenda welcomed their daughter Rhonda into the world, and he treasured his role as a father. Their home was a place of warmth and kindness sustained by the unwavering love that shaped all their years in matrimony. Rommel was gifted not only in the labor of his hands but also in his artistic spirit; one of his greatest joys was painting pictures for special family members, each piece a lasting reflection of his quiet creativity and affection.
A devoted follower of Christ, Rommel lived out his faith in the Baptist church with humility and sincerity. His beliefs guided every aspect of his life, and his gentle strength served as a foundation for his family and all who knew him.

Rommel was preceded in death by his beloved wife Glenda Combs Napier; his parents, Barter and Bertha Napier; and his siblings Ray Napier, Herman Napier, and Waveline Brock. He is survived by his daughter Rhonda Shrum and her husband Terry Shrum of Summerville, SC; his grandsons Brandon and wife Harvey, and Darren and wife Kristen; and his great-grandchildren Hudson, Henry, Griffin, Norah, and Sullivan, all of whom were lights in his life and were lucky enough to say their goodbyes. He is also survived by his sister Janice Stacy, as well as many nieces and nephews whom he held dearly.

Visitation will be held 11AM-12PM Sat. December 13, 2025, at Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel. Funeral service will begin at 12:00 p.m. With Shug Brashear officiating. Burial will follow at the Napier Family Cemetery in Rowdy, Kentucky.

Rommel’s legacy is one of faith, devotion, and quiet grace—a life lived with steady purpose, generous spirit, and unwavering love. Those blessed to have known him will forever carry the memory of his kindness, and the echo of his gentle presence will remain in the hearts of his family for generations.

12/10/2025

Patricia J. Fugate, age 61, of Ary, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at the Greg & Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, KY. Patricia attended New Hope Church. She was a retired Registered Nurse. In her spare time, she had many hobbies such as crafting, quilting, and reading. She enjoyed being outdoors fishing and hunting. Most of all, Patricia had a huge passion for helping others.

Patricia was born on March 19, 1964, in LaGrange, IN, to the late Cecil Ritchie and the late Lutisha Ritchie.

She is survived by her Husband of over forty-five years: Ronnie Fugate; Two Sons: Tim Fugate (Caroline) & Jamie Fugate (Kristel); Two Step-Children: Shannon Malley (James) & John Fugate; Two Sisters: Deborah Lucas (Steve) & Sue Wallace; Three Brothers: Danny Ritchie (Gail), Kenny Ritchie (Nola) & Leon Ritchie (Deb); Eight Grandchildren: Lilly, Noah, Asher, Peyton, Shaelynn, Paycee, Logan & Courtney as well as A Host of Nieces, Nephews, Family & Friends.

Arrangements are being handled by Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel where the family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturday, December 13, 2025. Funeral Service will be at Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel at 2:00 PM, Sunday, December 14, 2025, with John Kidwell officiating. Interment will be at Upperland Cemetery, Ary, KY.

The Fugate Family has requested in lieu of flowers donations may be made to Bluegrass Care Navigators.

12/08/2025

Tony Gayle Fugate, age 74, of Happy, KY, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at The Greg and Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center. Tony was a retired coal executive. He enjoyed writing blogs, reading and travelling.

He was the son of the late Tony Fugate and the late Shirley Reedy Fugate. He is also preceded in death by One Brother: Mark Fugate.

He is survived by his Wife: Kathy Smith Fugate; Two Daughters: Sasha Radford (Darren)& Leah Fugate; Step Children: Tyler Baker, Lauren Underwood (Neal) & Chandler Baker; Two Sisters: Linda Baker & Angie Chenault (Craig); Two Brothers: Tim Fugate (Marge) & Michael Fugate (Cheryl); Special Aunt: Violet Cornett; Special Cousin: Gary Fitzpatrick; Special Friend: Roger Combs Two Grandchildren: Blake & Gianna and A Host of Nieces, Nephews, Family & Friends

Arrangements are being handled by Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel where the family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 11, 2025. Funeral service will be at Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel at 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 11, 2025, BJ Campbell officiating. Interment will be at Combs Cemetery, Happy, KY

12/05/2025

Earl Don Hudson, age 80, of Bulan, KY, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at his residence. Don was a member of Willow Fern Baptist Church. He was a retired truck driver. Don was known for tinkering. He loved being outside and working in his garden.

Don was born on December 02, 1945, in Hazard, KY, to the late Adam Miller and the late Mollie Jones. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his Wife: Maxine Morris Hudson; One Daughter: Brenda Carol Hudson Maggard and One Grandson: Bobby Newsome III.

Don leaves surviving Three Sons: Ollie James Hudson (Lisa) of Bulan, KY, Earl Don Hudson Jr. (Julie) of Bulan, KY & Brandon Scott Newsome of Bulan, KY; Four Brothers:
Denny Miller (Tracie) of Hazard, KY, Temis Miller of Blackey, KY, Joey Miller of Wi******er, KY & Adam Miller Jr. (Janie) of London, KY; Five Grandchildren: James Earl Hudson, Justin Blake Hudson, Brittany Nichole Maggard-Mobley, Briana Maxine Maggard & Jacob Ryan Hudson; Host of Great-Grandchildren; Two Great-Great-Grand Children; Special Friend: Lola Mae Jones as well as A Host of Nieces, Nephews, Family & Friends.

Arrangements are being handled by Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday, December 8, 2025. Funeral Service will be at Maggard's Mtn. View Chapel at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, December 9, 2025 with Jody Maggard & Joe Engle officiating. Interment will be at Jones Cemetery, Lost Creek, KY.

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