Phelps-Son Funeral Home, Inc.

Phelps-Son Funeral Home, Inc.
1701 Euclid Avenue
Paintsville, KY 41240
ph: (606) 789-8989
billyphelps.brp@gmail.com

May 2021

Dianna Blanton, age 65 of Low Gap Fork, passed away Monday, May 31, 2021 at her residence.

Born August 21, 1955 in Johnson County, she was the daughter of the late Eugene Fairchild and Erie (Blanton) Fairchild. In addition to her parents, Dianna is preceded in death by six brothers: Delmar, Gail, Harold, Elwood, Eual and Denzil “Shorty” Fairchild; four sisters: Virginia Craft, Carol Estell Shew, Jewell Salyers, and her twin, Donna Morgan.
She is survived by her husband, Norman Blanton; two brothers: James Billy Fairchild of Oil Springs, Kentucky and Gary (Nannie) Fairchild also of Oil Springs, Kentucky; one sister, Loretta (Allen) Holden of Shepherdsville, Kentucky; and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Friday, June 4, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Blanton Family Cemetery, Low Gap Fork. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 5:00pm to 9:00pm Thursday and anytime prior to the service on Friday. Buddy Allen Baldwin will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Bobbie J. Adkins, age 45 of Stambaugh, Kentucky passed away Sunday, May 30, 2021 at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born September 19, 1975 in Johnson County, she was the daughter of Ora (Hannah) Colvin of Wittensville, Kentucky and the late Bobby Gene Colvin.
In addition to her mother, Bobbie is survived by her husband, Thomas Adkins; one son, T.J. Adkins of Ulysses, Kentucky; three daughters, Jazzmyne Adkins of Wittensville, Kentucky, Christina Lynn Adkins and Margaret Bernice Adkins both of Ulysses, Kentucky; one brother, Paul Hannah of Flat Gap, Kentucky; five sisters, Lydia Blackburn of Prestonsburg, Kentucky, Lynn Daniel of Wittensville, Kentucky, Oralee Galloway and Ella Ward both of Stambaugh, Kentucky and Jean Kimbler of Blaine, Kentucky.
Funeral services will be held 2:00pm Wednesday, June 2, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Family Cemetery, Wittensville. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 5:00pm to 9:00pm Tuesday and from 9:00am until the time of service on Wednesday. Roger Hill will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that contributions be made to the Phelps & Son Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Dorothy Stambaugh, age 103 of Meally, Kentucky passed from this life Saturday, May 22, 2021 at the Mountain Manor of Paintsville after sharing her life with beloved family and friends.
Born December 2, 1917 in Johnson County, Kentucky to the late Everett Murphy and Ada Powers Murphy, she was one of eleven children. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Frank Stambaugh; her son, Onda Stambaugh; an infant daughter; and one great granddaughter.
She is survived by her son, Frank Roger Stambaugh (Olivia) of East Point, Kentucky; a special niece (whom she raised as a daughter), Renee Burke (Rob) of Van Lear, Kentucky; one brother, Glen Murphy of Fowlerville, Michigan; three grandchildren: Joey Stambaugh (Paula) of Paintsville, Kentucky, Carey Patel (Dennis) of Williamsport, Kentucky, April Chandler of Lexington, Kentucky; eighteen great grandchildren; twelve great great grandchildren. A host of nieces, nephews, and wonderful friends also survive.
A celebration of life will be held 12:00pm Wednesday, May 26, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, Kentucky. Jarred Waller will officiate. Friends may visit at the Phelps & Son Funeral Home on Wednesday after 11:00am until time of services at 12:00pm. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Olen Thomas Fitch, known to most as Tommy, age 60 of Paintsville, died May 19th, 2021 at Pikeville Nursing and Rehabilitation at peace and resting under the care of Hospice.
He leaves behind two sons, Dustin Fitch of Columbus, OH, and Christopher Fitch of Prestonsburg, KY. His Father and Mother, Olen and Janet Fitch of Tutor Key, KY, a brother Steve Fitch of Paintsville, KY, and a sister Pam Butcher of Paintsville, KY, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Born in Paintsville KY on June 4th of 1960, Tommy spent most of his youth exploring the hills, hollers, and streams he loved so dearly. Both throughout Paintsville, Kentucky and Logan, WV. Tommy was known at each body of water within driving distance and loved by many people that he came to know along the way. A former equipment operator, laborer, and welder, Tommy loved to be outdoors whether it was for work or leisure.
Those that knew Tommy knew of his favorite place in all the world, New River, Virginia. Kentucky, as he was nicknamed there, was a friend to all, lending a hand when needed or helping to guide those looking for a good fishing hole. A mounted 5lb 4ounce smallmouth still today is a story many who loved him know far too well. The murky water, the rain, and the lighting as he would say, “all better for the fishing.”
Tommy was always known for his willingness to serve and help wherever a hand was needed. His stroke in 2014 left him unable to work alongside and for others as much as he would have desired. But it never stopped him from lending a hand in the planning or the talking one through a task. Tommy just wanted to be of help if he felt he could.
Services for Olen “Tommy” Fitch will be open to family and friends on Saturday May 22nd 5pm-8pm for the public. Followed by an hour of viewing on Sunday May 23rd at 11am followed by the funeral at noon. Dustin Fitch will officiate. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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William Arthur “Pogo” Davis, age 80 of Flatwoods, Kentucky passed away Monday, May 17, 2021 after an extended battle with dementia.
Born April 22, 1941 in Johnson County, he was the son of the late Frank Davis and Emma (Clark) Davis of Van Lear, Kentucky and the husband of over 57 years, Nola K. (Music) Davis.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two infant brothers and two sisters: Margaret (Hansel) Arrowood of Meally, Kentucky and Bertha (Everett) Franklin of Thealka, Kentucky.
He is survived by his wife, two sons: Larry Christopher Davis of Georgetown, Kentucky and Wesley (Kelinda) Davis of Lexington, Kentucky; one daughter, Bethany Dawn Davis of Flatwoods, Kentucky; and four grandchildren: Christopher Alexander of Georgetown, Kentucky, Bracken William of Flatwoods, Kentucky, Reiann Elizabeth and Avery Aerin of Lexington, Kentucky.
He retired from AK Steel Coke plant after 36 years of service.
Funeral services will be held 12:00pm Thursday, May 20, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Music Family Cemetery, Van Lear. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Wednesday and from 9:00am to 12:00pm Thursday prior to the service. Manford Fannin will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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 Betty Helen Music, age 93 of Van Lear, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Highlands ARH in Prestonsburg, Kentucky.
Born March 13, 1928 in Johnson County, she was the daughter of the late John W. Music and Louise Witten Music. In addition to her parents, Helen is preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Music.
She is survived by one son, Gilbert Larry (Connie) Music of Van Lear, Kentucky; one daughter, Sandra Kay (James) Hall of Van Lear, Kentucky; two brothers, Walt (Jeanette) Music of Nippa, Kentucky and Jack (Cathy) Music of Van Lear, Kentucky; two sisters, Nola Kathryn Davis of Flatwoods, Kentucky and Bobby Joyce Jones of Michigan; two grandchildren, Jamie Hall and Larry Sean Music; three step grandchildren, David Michael Vanhoose, Danyell Roberts and Paul Marshall Vanhoose; one great grandchild, seven step grandchildren, and one step great great grandchild also survives.
Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Thursday, May 27, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Music Family Cemetery at Van Lear. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Wednesday and from 9:00am to 1:00pm Thursday prior to the service. Paul Wayne Browning will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Geraldine Gross, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on May 21, 2021. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Gross, and by her maternal grandparents, Nan (Meade) and Mattison Gross.Geraldine was born and raised on Hammond Creek (Whitehouse) in Johnson County, Kentucky. During the latter part of her life, she lived at Mendota House, a residential facility in Hagerhill, Kentucky. She was living there when she passed away. Geraldine's family will be forever indebted to the wonderful caregivers at Mendota House, for the loving care provided to her until the end of her life. Geraldine leaves behind many loved ones and friends to cherish in their hearts wonderful and unforgettable memories of her. She was much-loved and will be greatly missed. Phelps & Son Funeral Home in Paintsville is in charge of arrangements, but no services are planned at this time. She will be buried at a future date in the Wilson Cemetery inTomahawk, Kentucky (state route 40).

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Seren Leigh Curtiellas, age 62 of Sandy Hook, Kentucky formerly of Fort Lauderdale, Florida passed away Friday, May 14, 2021 at her residence. Born February 28, 1959 in Cheshire, England to the late Basil “Pete” Leigh and Shelia Harrison Leigh.

Seren is survived by her love of 25 years, Randy Burke; one stepdaughter, Lisa Burke of Texas; three brothers: Michael Leigh, Mark Leigh, and David Leigh of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; one sister, Donna Becker (Bob) of Naples, Florida; two grandchildren: Jacob and Corbin Ratliff of Sandy Hook, Kentucky; one great grandchild, Denver Ratliff; one niece, Kasey Farrar of Naples, Florida.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Chester Allen Preston, at the age of 81 years, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2021 at Paul B. Hall Regional Medical Center in Paintsville, Kentucky.

Born July 28, 1939 in Johnson County, he was the first born son of the late Homer W. Preston and Marie (Ward) Preston. Chester graduated from Fairborn High School in Fairborn, Ohio. Shortly after graduation, he joined the United States Air Force where he became a skilled mechanic. After serving with distinction in the Air Force, he went to Ypsilanti, Michigan and worked at the Willow Run Michigan Ford Motor Company Auto Plant for thirty-five years. Chester married Willa Dean Harless, who survives, July 12, 1963 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. They were married for over 57 years.

To this union was born two children: Anthony Allen Preston, and his wife Anette Preston of Saline, Michigan, Marsha Bogardus, and her husband Bryan Bogardus of Belleville, Michigan. Chester is also survived by six grandchildren: Jenna Preston, Morgan Preston, Jacob Preston, Reagan Goodemoot, Mikayla Goodemoot and Presley Goodemoot. He is also survived by six step grandchildren: Michael Bogoski, Jimmy Bogoski, Britany Bogoski Harbuck, Bella Bogardus, Brayden Bogardus and Jaxen Bogardus; and six step great grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers: Gerald Preston, and wife Barbara Preston of Paintsville, Kentucky and Wilbur Preston, and wife Wanda Preston of River, Kentucky. Chester is also survived by several cousins, nieces, nephews, and a host of friends. Chester loved his family unconditionally, and always wanted to spend time with them whenever he could. He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.

He was converted October 14, 2002 and Baptized November 3, 2002 and became a faithful member of the Buffalo United Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be conducted 1:00pm Saturday, May 15, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Highland Memorial Park, Staffordsville. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Friday and from 9:00am until time of services on Saturday. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Sally Marie (Arnett) Wireman, age 90 of Magoffin County, Kentucky passed away Thursday, May 6, 2021 in Falcon, Kentucky.

Sally was born March 14, 1931 in Magoffin County, Kentucky, daughter of the late Clay Arnett and Maudie (Howard) Arnett Flint of Magoffin County, Kentucky. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Dirl D. Wireman; two sons: Gover A. Wireman and Kenneth K. Wireman; one grandson, Sheldon Dirl Bayes; two brothers: Morris Arnett and Ray Arnett; one son-in-law, Walter Stalker.

She is survived by five sons: Robert Wireman (Lida) of Salyersville, Kentucky, Phillip Wireman (Lisa) of Johnson County, Kentucky, Doug Wireman (Garnetta) of Johnson County, Kentucky, Wilbur Wireman of Richmond, Kentucky, and Mark Wireman of Salyersville, Kentucky; five daughters: Diana Stalker and Neda Kestner (Larry) both of Magoffin County, Kentucky, Linda Daniel (Gary), Telena Conley (Dewayne), and Marcia Bayes (Arch), all of Johnson County, Kentucky;three brothers: Curtis Arnett (Jean) of Johnson County, Kentucky, Sidney Arnett (Barbara) of Indiana, and Jerry Arnett of Johnson County, Kentucky; two sisters: Sandy Lewis (Don) and Lillian Wheeler, both of Staffordsville, Kentucky. She is also survived by twenty-two grandchildren, twenty-eight great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Sally was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister and daughter who loved her family fiercely and with her whole heart. She was dedicated to each of them and enjoyed being a part of their daily lives. You would find her always telling other about her children and grandchildren with love and admiration in her eyes. The center of her home was the kitchen where you could always find food prepared and the table surrounded by friends and family alike. No one ever left her house hungry or unloved. She was always making sure that the needs of others were being met. She was loved and adored by all those who knew her.

She was a friend to anyone in need and always found something good in everyone she met. Sally was a faithful christian and remained dedicated to Christ for over 55 years.

Funeral services will be conducted 4:00pm on Sunday, May 9, 2021 at the First Community Freewill Baptist Church at Falcon with burial to follow in the Dirl Wireman Cemetery at Falcon, Kentucky. Ronnie Spriggs will officiate. Friends may visit at the First Community Freewill Baptist Church on Friday from 6:00pm-10:00pm, Saturday from 9:00am-10:00pm, and on Sunday from 2:00pm until time of services. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Roger Estep, age 72 of Staffordsville, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at Community Hospice in Ashland, Kentucky.

Born July 26, 1948 in Johnson County, he was the son of the late Gilbert “Bert” Estep and Sarah Ann “Dixie” (Trimble) Estep. In addition to his parents, he preceded in death by one brother, Billy Jack Estep.

Mr. Estep is survived by his wife, Janis (Dennison) Estep; one daughter, Krista (Mark) Jackson of Oil Springs, Kentucky; one son, Joey (Heather) Estep of Staffordsville, Kentucky; one brother, James Ira Estep of Paintsville, Kentucky; three sisters, Sally Short of Paintsville, Kentucky, Trilba (Gene) Wilson of Meally, Kentucky and Brenda (Larry) Blanton of Staffordsville, Kentucky; six grandchildren, Andrew Welch, Kaleigh Welch, Jadyn Estep, Mia Estep, Eli Jackson and Asher Jackson; and a special Vietnam brother, Vaughn Fraley also survives.

He served in the United States Army in Vietnam and was a surface miner, heavy equipment operator.

Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Saturday, May 8, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Highland Memorial Park, Staffordsville. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 1:00pm to 9:00pm Friday and from 9:00am until the time of service on Saturday. Auxier Chapter 18 D.A.V will conduct Military Services. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Carol Faye Fannin, age 70 of Van Lear, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Kentucky.

Born June 12, 1950 in Floyd County, she was the daughter of the late Jack Morrison and Margie (Ward) Morrison. In addition to her parents, Carole is preceded in death by five siblings.

She is survived by her husband, Raymond Fannin; three sons, David Wayne Fannin of Morehead, Kentucky, Stephen Ray Fannin and Joseph Nathaniel Fannin both of Van Lear, Kentucky; three grandsons, three granddaughters, and seven siblings also survive.

There will a Memorial Service held 12:00pm Saturday, May 15, 2021 at the Van Lear Freewill Baptist Church.

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

Betty Helen Music, age 93 of Van Lear, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Highlands ARH in Prestonsburg, Kentucky.

Born March 13, 1928 in Johnson County, she was the daughter of the late John W. Music and Louise Witten Music. In addition to her parents, Helen is preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Music.

She is survived by one son, Gilbert Larry (Connie) Music of Van Lear, Kentucky; one daughter, Sandra Kay (James) Hall of Van Lear, Kentucky; two brothers, Walt (Jeanette) Music of Nippa, Kentucky and Jack (Cathy) Music of Van Lear, Kentucky; two sisters, Nola Kathryn Davis of Flatwoods, Kentucky and Bobby Joyce Jones of Michigan; two grandchildren, Jamie Hall and Larry Sean Music; three step grandchildren, David Michael Vanhoose, Danyell Roberts and Paul Marshall Vanhoose; one great grandchild, seven step grandchildren, and one step great great grandchild also survives.

Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Thursday, May 27, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Music Family Cemetery at Van Lear. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Wednesday and from 9:00am to 1:00pm Thursday prior to the service. Paul Wayne Browning will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

Betty Helen Music, age 93 of Van Lear, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Highlands ARH in Prestonsburg, Kentucky.

Dianna Blanton, age 65 of Low Gap Fork, passed away Monday, May 31, 2021 at her residence. Born August 21, 1955 in Johnson County, she was the daughter of the late Eugene Fairchild and Erie (Blanton) Fairchild. In addition to her parents, Dianna is preceded in death by six brothers: Delmar, Gail, Harold, Elwood, Eual and Denzil “Shorty” Fairchild; four sisters: Virginia Craft, Carol Estell Shew, Jewell Salyers, and her twin, Donna Morgan.

She is survived by her husband, Norman Blanton; two brothers: James Billy Fairchild of Oil Springs, Kentucky and Gary (Nannie) Fairchild also of Oil Springs, Kentucky; one sister, Loretta (Allen) Holden of Shepherdsville, Kentucky; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Friday, June 4, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Blanton Family Cemetery, Low Gap Fork. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 5:00pm to 9:00pm Thursday and anytime prior to the service on Friday. Buddy Allen Baldwin will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Bobbie J. Adkins, age 45 of Stambaugh, Kentucky passed away Sunday, May 30, 2021 at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born September 19, 1975 in Johnson County, she was the daughter of Ora (Hannah) Colvin of Wittensville, Kentucky and the late Bobby Gene Colvin.

In addition to her mother, Bobbie is survived by her husband, Thomas Adkins; one son, T.J. Adkins of Ulysses, Kentucky; three daughters, Jazzmyne Adkins of Wittensville, Kentucky, Christina Lynn Adkins and Margaret Bernice Adkins both of Ulysses, Kentucky; one brother, Paul Hannah of Flat Gap, Kentucky; five sisters, Lydia Blackburn of Prestonsburg, Kentucky, Lynn Daniel of Wittensville, Kentucky, Oralee Galloway and Ella Ward both of Stambaugh, Kentucky and Jean Kimbler of Blaine, Kentucky.

Funeral services will be held 2:00pm Wednesday, June 2, 2021 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Family Cemetery, Wittensville. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 5:00pm to 9:00pm Tuesday and from 9:00am until the time of service on Wednesday. Roger Hill will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that contributions be made to the Phelps & Son Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Phelps-Son Funeral Home, Inc.
1701 Euclid Avenue
Paintsville, KY 41240
ph: (606) 789-8989
billyphelps.brp@gmail.com