Morris & Hislope Funeral Home

02/04/2026

Ivan Wesley

Ivan Dean Wesley, at the age of 57, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday January 28 after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Jennifer Wesley, his three children Vanessa Mayberry (m. Maxwell Mayberry), Caleb Wesley and Josiah Wesley, and two of his siblings Pat Hubbard and Danin Wesley.

Ivan Dean was a devout Christian and had a very close relationship to his church. He was a successful business owner of Emaculawn most of his life, providing jobs for some of his family. He loved to fish, play guitar, listen to gospel and bluegrass music, watch his kids play baseball, and spend time with his family. He was an avid reader and loved John Grisham books. He loved The Hobbit, Harry Potter movies and John Wayne movies, his favorite being Angel and the Badman.

Ivan Dean was a selfless, gregarious, strong and gentle person. He maintained several friendships throughout decades and was close with his entire family. Ivan was always thinking of others and was extremely generous. He will be greatly missed.

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02/04/2026

02/03/2026

Four Chaplains Day honors the four chaplains aboard the SS Dorchester during WWII. The Dorchester, a troop ship carrying approximately 900, was struck by a German U-boat on February 3, 1943. The 4 Chaplains were a Methodist minister, Reformed Church minister, a Rabbi, and a Catholic Priest. After handing out out all of the remaining life jackets to the soldiers and helping them board the lifeboats, the 4 chaplains linked arms, sang hymns, and said prayers as they went down with the ship. May they rest in peace.

02/02/2026

Ora Elizabeth "Betty" Wooton

Ora Elizabeth "Betty" Wooton, 96, of Eubank, Kentucky passed away Friday, January 30, 2026 at Somerset Nursing & Rehab in Somerset, Kentucky.

She was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi on December 14, 1929, daughter of the late Edward & Ethel Stone Everett. She married Sterle Wooton in 1946 and they were married for 67 years. She loved her needlework, sewing, and quilting. She passed on her love of books to all of her children. She was a member of Eubank Baptist Church.

She is survived by her children, Betty Settle, John Wooton, Gayle & (Terry) Vaught, Lou & (Art) Lucky, Polly & (Garnett) Atwood, Charlotte & (Tom) Brence, all of Eubank, Kentucky, Rachel & (Victor) Warren of Waynesburg, Kentucky, Sue & (Frank) Cannavo of Lexington, Kentucky; nineteen grandchildren, twenty four great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one daughter, Janet; two sons, Charles and James; four brothers and one sister.

Services will be held by Mike Wooton.

Morris & Hislope Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.

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01/31/2026

Since 1958, Morris & Hislope Funeral Home has been committed to serving our community with care, compassion, and respect.

We’ve made a few updates to ensure the long-term strength and stability of the funeral home. Through these updates, the same trusted individuals who have owned, led, and served Morris & Hislope for years continue in those roles today, providing the same personal care and guidance our community knows and relies on.

Our focus remains where it has always been: supporting families, honoring lives, and serving our neighbors with dignity and integrity. Morris & Hislope Funeral Home remains locally owned and independently operated, with no affiliations to outside businesses or other funeral homes. Everything that defines who we are — our people, our values, and our commitment to this community — remains firmly in place as we move forward together.

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01/30/2026

Clinton Dustin Epperson

Clinton Dustin Epperson, 45, of Science Hill, Kentucky passed away on January 28, 2026.

He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on December 11, 1980; son of Lisa &

(Andy) Dalton and the late Clifton Epperson. He worked in Construction. He attended Crossroads Community Church and found great joy in the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, swimming, cray fishing, four-wheeling, and riding his mini bike, as well as simply spending time in nature. Most of all, he cherished the time spent with his family and friends.

He is survived by his mother, Lisa & (Andy) Dalton; children, Makayla Thomas, Devon Epperson, Savanah Epperson, Ellanor Epperson, and Amelia Epperson; his siblings, Cody Dalton & (Jessica Bray), Marshall Dalton & (Isabella Rainey), Shawn Dalton & (Kendra Bell); Clarissa Keith, Natasha Keith; CJ Epperson, Nikki Epperson, and Kendra Epperson. He is also survived by several uncles, nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Clifton Epperson.

A celebration of life service will be held at 3 PM Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Crossroads Community Church with Bro. Donald Ashley and Bro. Jeff Whitis officiating.

The family will receive friends after 2 PM Sunday, February 8, 2026 at the church until time for services.

Morris & Hislope Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.

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01/29/2026

Morgan Jefferson Spencer

Morgan Jefferson Spencer Sr., 92, of Eubank, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at his residence.

Morgan was born on March 17, 1933, in Floyd, New Mexico, to the late Andy and Roxie (Campbell) Spencer. He worked faithfully as the City Foreman for Lockland, Ohio, dedicating 15 years of service. After moving to Kentucky, he continued his strong work ethic by working in blacktopping and road construction. Morgan enjoyed fishing, hunting, and farming, and especially loved digging ginseng.

He was a devoted member of Cuba Church, a great mentor, and a steady presence for his entire family. Morgan dearly loved his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-great-grandchildren. He will be remembered for his hardworking spirit, guidance, and the deep love he had for his family.

He is survived by his sons, Jeff & (Donna) Spencer, Robert Spencer & (Heather Rosenberger), and Ernest Spencer & (Kim Cress); his daughters, Frances & (Delbert) Mitchell, and Michelle & (Steve) Coffey; fourteen grandchildren, Belinda, Robbie, LeeAnne, Kendra, Natalie, Tiffany, D.J., Kelli, Courtney, Spencer, Sonia, Mykal, Lacey, and Macey; nineteen great-grandchildren, Mikel, Braeden, Jaycee, Parker, Morgan, Zander, Braxton, Chloe, Jaxon, Ellie, Emily, Zack, Dalton, Micah, Asher, Brayden, Kohen, Jacob, and Andrew; three great-great-grandchildren and one on the way; a brother-in-law, Verlin Cress; a sister-in-law, Ilene Morgan; and many loving nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Vina Pearl Spencer; and his sisters, Nora & (Charles) Sims, Pearlene & (Foster) Warfield, Reva Cress, and Shirley Spencer, who died in infancy.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Morris & Hislope Funeral Home with Bro. Jeremy Johnson and Bro. Troy Roberts officiating.

Burial will be at the Spencer Family Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until time for services.

Morris & Hislope Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.

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