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Kathryn Elaine Rice McKnight, 73, of Lexington, Kentucky, left this world May 2, 2024, to be with our Heavenly Father.  Kathryn Elaine Rice was born in Paintsville, Kentucky, on November 23, 1950, to Edsel and Oralene Faye “Bobbie” Rice.  She was the oldest of two children, accompanied in life by her brother Danny Rice.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Edsel, and Oralene “Bobbie” Rice, and her brother, Danny Rice. She moved to Russell,...

Lois E. Sloan, 76, of Flatwoods, passed away May 1, 2024, in the Ashland Community Hospice Care Center. Mrs. Sloan was born January 31, 1948, in Ashland, to the late Ralph and Belle Adams Barker. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by brothers, John, and Sam Barker; sisters, Mary Crabtree, Brenda Moore and Ella Suttles. Lois was a lifelong member of the Blackburn Avenue Baptist Church; she loved studying the Bible and sharing her knowledge about the Bible with others. For...

Eleanor Pack-Klaiber, of Russell, known by most as "Ellie", went home on Sunday, April 21st at approximately 7PM. Her battle with Parkinson's disease is over and she is in the loving arms of her Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ. She is so fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew her and loved her. She is survived by her husband, Jerry Klaiber, her four children, Tammy (David) Endicott-Delafuente, Jonda (Kevin) Endicott-Pfeiffer, Raegan (Laura) Spitler...

Edwin Talmadge Callihan, III, 81, of Flatwoods, went to be with his Lord and Savior, April 20, 2024, at his home. Mr. Callihan was born February 20, 1943, in Ironton, OH, to the late Edwin Talmadge Callihan, Jr., and Ila Mae Howard Callihan. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife, whom he adored, Eva Sue Wellman Callihan; one brother, Richard “Dickie” Callihan; one sister, Patricia Norris. Edwin’s life revolved around his family and always...

Guy Eldon Gibbons, Jr., 75, of Russell, passed away, April 20, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at home. Mr. Gibbons was born January 20, 1949, in Ashland, to the late Guy Eldon Gibbons Sr. and Maxine Sanders Diamond. Guy was a retired construction worker and a former councilman for the City of Flatwoods. He also served his community as a police office and was a member of the local FOP. In his younger years, Guy enjoyed working on his family farm raising tobacco and cutting hay. Mr....

Richard Jason Blevins, 50, of Russell, passed away April 17, 2024, at his home. Mr. Blevins was born September 2, 1973, in Wabash, IN, Bonnie Sue Stevens Blevins and the late George “Rick” Blevins. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ray, and Viola Starr; and his paternal grandparents, George, and Geraldine Blevins. Jason’s passion came from being a firefighter. He was a member of the Raceland Fire Department and a former...

Linda F. Stamper, aged 68, of Russell and Lexington, KY passed into eternal rest on April 6, 2024, after a brief illness. She entered this world on December 12, 1955, born to her parents, the late Bernard "B.B." Freeman and Ivy Freeman. Linda dedicated her professional life to the practice of law, from which she retired after many years of distinguished service to her community. Linda will be greatly missed and may her soul be granted eternal rest. Place of Interment will be...

Michael Edmond Horton, Jr., 67, of Flatwoods, passed away April 5, 2024, in the University of Kentucky Hospital. Mr. Horton was born August 11, 1956, in Ashland, to the late Michael Horton Sr. and Doris Mae Horton. For several years, Michael worked with the Ashland Group Home where he cherished many fond memories. He loved soaking in and learning everything he could about the life of Abraham Lincoln; and looked forward to when a new book was published. Michael enjoyed watching shows about...

Dwayne David Willis, 59, of Flatwoods, passed away March 31, 2024, in King’s Daughters Medical Center, where he was able to save two lives through the gift of kidney donation. Mr. Willis was born April 4, 1964, in Russell, to Ronnie and Mae Hensley Willis. Dwayne was a therapist and mental health specialist. Over the years he found his passion in helping others, especially children and adolescents. He was an author, self-publishing multiple books. Dwayne had a animated personality...

William E. Meeks, 74, of Flatwoods, passed away March 30, 2024, in King’s Daughters Medical Center. Mr. Meeks was born January 22, 1950, in Logan, WV, the son of the late Elmer Ray McDonald and Joy Lee Powell McDonald. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one brother, Charles Henery Meeks; one sister, Belinda Rae Crum. William was a Pastor for many years and loved being able to serve his Lord and Savior through his ministry, he also attended The Gospel Tabernacle...