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     Merrill Pack, age 74 of Stambaugh, Kentucky passed away Friday, March 26, 2021 at Highlands ARH in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. Born April 5, 1946 in Johnson County, Kentucky he was the son of the late Buell Pack and Georgia Ramey Pack. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by two brothers, Bobby Pack and Kenneth Pack; one sister, Gloria Brewer; a special sister-in-law, Gracie Pack.

     Merrill is survived by his loving wife, Roberta Carol Zinck Pack; two daughters: Katie Johnson and Jeannie Pack, both of Stambaugh, Kentucky; one brother, John Lowell Pack of Franklin, Ohio; one sister-in-law, Darlene Pack.

     Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at the Sitka Freewill Baptist Church with burial to follow in the Marvin Sparks Cemetery at Blaine, Kentucky. Jim McKenzie will officiate. Friends may visit at the Sitka Freewill Baptist Church on Monday from 5:00pm-9:00pm and on Tuesday from 2:00pm-9:00pm, and on Wednesday after 9:00am until time of services at 1:00pm. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.





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     David Arthur May, age 67 of Hager Hill, Kentucky passed away Thursday, March 25, 2021 at his residence. Born February 25, 1954 in Johnson County, Kentucky to the late James Arthur May and Fannie Hackworth May. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by one grandson, Charles Devan Greer.

     He is survived by two daughters: Sabrina Kelly Morris (Jeremy Bishop) of Hager Hill, Kentucky, Lorrie Kay Strobel of Panama City, Florida; one brother, James Larry “Bubby” May (Norma) of Riceville, Kentucky; four sisters: Charlotte Miller of Findlay, Ohio, Donna Gossman (Tom) of Carey, Ohio, Conna Tassie of Paintsville, Kentucky, and Judy Carol Caudill of Lexington, Kentucky; seven grandchildren: Blake Tyler Poe, Katelynn Brooke Fay, Seth Lee May, Kellie Nicole Tackett, Adrionna Jade Morris, Kierra Paige Morris, Colton Bishop; four great grandchildren: Kylie Poe, Jeralyn Poe, Liam Fay, Aubree Fay. Also surviving is his companion dog “Buster”.

     Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Monday, March 29, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Lakeview Memorial Cemetery at Staffordsville, Kentucky. Ronnie Spriggs will officiate. Friends may visit at the Phelps & Son Funeral Home on Saturday from 6:00-9:00pm and on Sunday from 9:00am-9:00pm. The family requests that in lieu of flowers contributions be made to assist with funeral expenses by calling the Phelps & Son Funeral Home @ (606) 789-8989. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.



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     Janet S. Lilly, 73, of Syracuse, IN passed away at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 15, 2021 at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw, IN. She was born on July 20, 1947 in Hager Hill, KY to Ted & Evelyn (Music) DeLong.

She grew up in Kentucky, attended Johnson County Public Schools, but lived most of her life in the North Webster / Syracuse area. She retired from Syracuse Rubber Company after 30 years and was a member of the United Methodist Church in North Webster.

     She was a loving and caring women, who always put everyone else’s needs above her own. She left a permanent mark etched on our hearts and will be greatly missed by family and friends. Family meant everything to her.

     She is survived by: Daughter – Karen Terry of Kentucky; son – Timothy (Amber) Lilly of Anderson; 4 Granddaughters & 7 Gt. Grandchildren; 2 Sisters – JoAnn (Ronnie) Adkins of Paintsville, KY & Judy (John) Daniels of Hager Hill, KY; 4 Brothers – Mike (Mary) DeLong, Jim DeLong, Bill (Judy) DeLong, and Teddy (Judy) DeLong all of Hager Hill, KY; Sister in law – Frankie DeLong; Special Friend - Armando Vuittonet of Syracuse; Several Nieces & Nephews.

     She was preceded in death by her parents and brother - Doug DeLong.

     Cremation will take place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. St. Rd 15, Warsaw, IN. A Celebration of Life Service will take place in Hager Hill, KY at a later date. Burial will be in the family cemetery in Hager Hill, KY. Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, IN is in charge of arrangements.

     Preferred memorials may be given to the United Methodist Church, 7822 E. Epworth Forest Rd., North Webster, IN 46555.

     This obituary is courtesy of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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      Ronald Gene Stone, age 82 of Martin, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at the Pikeville Nursing and Rehab Center.

Born May 4, 1938 in Floyd County, he was the son of the late Marion Stone and Elizabeth Estep. In addition to his parents, he preceded in death by two sons, Ronnie Stone and George Stone; and one sister, Sally Young. Mr. Stone is survived by three daughters, Vicky (Henry) Miernik, Lori Ann (Mike) Moore and Cindy (Johnny) Murphy; one son, Morgan Stone; two brothers, Tommy Stone ands Jake Stone; many grandchildren, great grandchildren and nieces and nephews also survive.

     Per his request, there will no public visitation or funeral service at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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     On Tuesday, March 23, 2021, Brian Keith Moore, loving husband of Beverly (Hewlett) Moore, father of Tori and Kaylen Moore, and son of Dewey and Kay Moore, passed away at the age of 41 at Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, West Virginia.

     Brian was born on July 4, 1979 in West Liberty, Kentucky. He graduated high school in Sandy Hook, Kentucky and later pursued a career in the Fire/EMS field. He served for the last several years as a paramedic/fire fighter for the Paintsville Fire Department and fire instructor for KCTCS state fire and rescue. Brian also served as the Chapter 28 President of Brother's Keepers Motorcycle Club.

     Brian lived for his family, his community, and for his friends. He had a compassion to serve. No matter if it was entering a burning building, rescuing people by boat, or just placing a bandage on, he showed up. He loved his motorcycle and riding with his brothers and sisters, usually for charity. Most of all, he just loved life.

     Funeral services will be held 11:00am Saturday, March 27, 2021 at the Johnson Central High School Gymnasium. Burial will follow in the Highland Memorial Park, Staffordsville, Kentucky. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 5:00pm to 9:00pm Thursday, 9:00am to 9:00pm Friday and after 10:00am Saturday at Johnson Central High School. Masonic Services will be held at 7:00pm Thursday evening at the funeral home. Jason Ison will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that contributions be made to the Brother's Keepers Motorcycle Club by contacting the Phelps & Son Funeral Home, (606)789-8989 or by calling (606)226-0350. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.



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  Asie Hayden, age 81 of Wittensville, Kentucky passed away Monday, March 22, 2021 at the Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center in Paintsville, Kentucky.





     Reva Sue (Wells) Grimm, age 75 of Louisa, Kentucky formerly of Van Lear, Kentucky passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021 at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Kentucky.

     Born January 11, 1946 in Tollesboro, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Martin Wells and Virginia (Combs) McCloud. In addition the her parents she is preceded in death by one brother, Emery Wells; and three sisters: Betty Rice, Anna Moffett, and Virgie May Wells.

     She is survived by a host of nieces and nephews.

     A memorial for Mrs. Grimm will be held at a later date to be determined by the family.

     Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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     James Henderson Jackson, age 70 of Riceville, Kentucky passed away Monday, March 8, 2021 at the Pikeville Medical Center.

     Born March 17, 1950 in Johnson County, he was the son of the late Everett Jackson and Velva (Gibson) Jackson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sons, Ricky Dwayne Jackson and James Henderson Jackson, Jr; and three sisters, Wanda Jackson, Lillian Jackson and Sue Naylor.

     James is survived by his wife, Alma Jackson; two sons, Sol (Terressa) Jackson of Riceville, Kentucky and Joe Jackson also of Riceville; two daughters, Janice (Michael) Collins of Winchester, Kentucky and Janet (James) Ratliff of Clay City, Kentucky; two brothers, Wayne Jackson of Riceville and Keith Darrell Jackson of Green Rock; one sister, Hilda Jackson of Pikeville, Kentucky. Many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

     Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Thursday, March 11, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Jackson Family Cemetery at Riceville. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 1:00pm to 9:00pm Wednesday and anytime prior to the service on Thursday. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.



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     Jearral “JB” Shelton, age 77 of Wittenswville, Kentucky passed away Thursday, March 4, 2021 at his residence. Born September 2, 1943 in Gate City, Virginia, he was the son of the late Clyde Shelton and Kate (Ramsey) Shelton. In addition to his parents, JB is preceded in death by one grand daughter, Haley Jo Shelton; one brother, Frank Shelton; and one sister, Dora Hall.

     He is survived by his wife, Herma (Akers) Shelton; two sons, Joey Shelton and his wife, Kim of Auxier, Kentucky and Jerry Shelton of Auxier, Kentucky; two daughters, Loretta Shelton Hall and her husband Randy of Auxier, Kentucky and Linda Jackson and her husband, Tommy of Alexandria, Virginia; one sister, Jewell Dorton; eight grandchildren, Chelsey (Jeremy) Russell, Megan Shelton (fiance, Joe Meade), Hunter (Brittany) Kestner, Arissa Kestner, Brody Kestner, Hollie (Zach) Scarbro, Nicholas Moore (fiance, Danielle Craft) and William Jake (Ashley) Howard; and four great grandchildren, Lucas Shelton, Carter Kestner, Lilah Howard and Ryan Howard.

     Funeral services will be held 11:00am Sunday, March 7, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Gethsemane Gardens at Prestonsburg, Kentucky.  Matt Craft will officiate.  Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 5:00pm to 9:00pm Friday, 12:00pm to 9:00pm Saturday and until the time of service on Sunday. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.



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     Hank Pelphrey, age 64 of Paintsville, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at his residence. Born March 9, 1956 in Johnson County, Kentucky he was the son of the late Glen Pelphrey and Ida Marie (Tackett) Pelphrey. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by one brother, Glen “Buddy” Pelphrey; and two sisters: Barb Vanhoose and Helen Harmon.

     He is survived by two sons; two sisters: Wanda Adkins of Ohio and Mary Meek of Tutor Key, Kentucky; three special nieces: Shelia Harmon, Ashton Bishop, and Ashlyn Bishop.

     A memorial service for Mr. Pelphrey will be held at a later date to be determined by the family. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.