Phelps-Son Funeral Home, Inc.

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

February 2022

George “Bud” Blanton age 88 of Flat Gap, Kentucky passed away Saturday, February 26, 2022 at Highlands ARH in Prestonsburg, Kentucky.

Born December 5, 1933 in Johnson County, he was the son of the late Emma McKenzie Blanton and Charlie Blanton. In addition to his parents, Bud is preceded in death by his sister and brother in law, Mary Evelyn and Junior Baldwin; brother and sister in law, Johnny and Juanita Blanton; brother in law, Forrest Pelfrey; his daughter, Sherry Lynn Blanton VanHoose; nephew, Jerry Michael Pelfrey; brother in law, Bill Pelfrey.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Helen Stapleton Blanton; loved sister, Nell Blanton Pelfrey of Staffordsville; cherished children, Terrie Sue (Carl) Kamphaus of Falmouth, KY and Chris (Stephanie) Blanton of Versailles, Ky; adored grandchildren, Reese Wells of Alexandria, KY, Chase (Raleigh) Wells of Pikeville, KY, Logan (Kellye Cluck) VanHoose of Winchester, KY, Karlee Blanton of Versailles and Tyler Blanton also of Versailles; precious great grandchildren, (Reece's) Jayden and Alyse, (Chase's) Charley, Harrison and Analeigh, (James') Kenna, Lily, Avery, and Brenden, (Cory's) Bree, Hunter, Oliver and Owen; and several very dear nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held 12:00pm Saturday, March 5, 2022 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Lakeview Memorial Cemetery, Staffordsville. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home from 2:00pm to 9:00pm Friday and from 11:00am to 12:00pm Saturday prior to the service. Robert Blanton and Tim Salyers will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial contributions be made to the Flat Gap Baptist Church by contacting the Phelps & Son Funeral, (606)789-8989 or St. Jude Children's Research @ www.stjude.org. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Carol Blair, 75 of Swamp Branch passed away at her residence on Friday, February 18, 2022. Carol was born in Columbus, OH. on October 1, 1946 to the late Clayton and Laura Maggard of Hager Hill.

Survivors include her husband Roy of 54 years, two children Dwayne (Michelle) Blair of Swamp Branch and Chris Blair of Oil Springs. Two brothers, Wendell and Larry Maggard both of Hager Hill, KY. Her special aunt that she spoke to daily Dorothy Exeline of Russells Point Ohio, Wilma Jean Franks, One Uncle James (June) McKenzie both of Michigan. Two grandchildren, Brennon and Brynlee Daniels of Swamp Branch whom she cherished with all her heart.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her aunt Opal (Edgel) Conley of Joes Creek, Aileen Murrell of Michigan and Maudy Blackford of Ohio.

Carol was baptized at the Riceville Freewill Baptist Church in December 1982. She made sure all of her family was well cared for all the while maintaining an immaculate home, garden and yard up until her health took a decline in the last several years. She took the home making life seriously, always making sure her kids had everything they needed. She then became a senior manager at Fazoli’s, a job that she loved and adored. Later in life she helped her two boys run their trucking company. She worked hard for 25 years assisting her boys, answering phones, doing paperwork, relaying messages, and even doing parts runs. She would take calls all hours of the night and then relay those messages to “the boys.” Her “boys” were her life, until her grandchildren were born. She immediately fell in love with the first Grandchild, a grandson named Brennon born in 2008. She loved Brennon with all her heart and she quickly fell head over heels for Brennon. Then came Brynlee in 2018. Carol had never raised a little girl before and it was a shock, but she never missed a beat and immediately fell in love with Brynlee as did Roy. The two grandchildren are what kept both Carol and Roy driving forward, especially Carol. Carol had to stay on her toes to make sure she was able to make Brynlee’s favorite vegetable soup on a moment’s notice, she loved to cook for the grandchildren.

You could be certain that both Carol and Roy were at every game possible, whether it was Brennon’s football, baseball or basketball games, or Brynlee’s soccer or T-ball games, and she was always ready for a good Kentucky basketball game. Roy and Carol never wavered their love for neither grandchild nor their two grown boys. She is already missed by her loved ones, close family, and grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held 12:00pm Monday, February 21, 2022 at the Riceville – New Bethel Freewill Baptist Church (7362 Ky Rt 825, Paintsville, Kentucky). Burial will follow in the Highland Memorial Park, Staffordsville. Joe Scott will officiate. Friends may visit the church after 3:00pm Sunday and anytime prior to the service on Monday.

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

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Michael A. Godfrey, age 34 of Raleigh, North Carolina passed away Monday, February 14, 2022 at his residence. Born June 16, 1987 in Prestonsburg, Kentucky to Michael A. Godfrey and Amelia (Blevins) Godfrey. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Walter “Curly” Blevins and Elva Cora Blevins.

Michael is survived by his father, Michael A. Godfrey and wife, Thesla of Wesley Chapel, Florida; his mother, Amelia (Blevins) Godfrey of Paintsville, Kentucky; two brothers: David Brandon Ward and his wife, Jennifer of Idaho and Justin Matthew Ward of Fort Bragg, North Carolina; two sisters: Tamira Godfrey and Camila Godfrey, both of Wesley Chapel, Florida; paternal grandfather, Seaford Godfrey of Las Vegas, Nevada; paternal grandmother, Violet Young of Jamaica; nephews: Peyton Ward, Noah Ward, and Ethan Ward. A host of aunts, uncles, cousins, family members and friends also survive.

Michael was baptized on May 6, 2018 and was a member of the Elevation Church of North Carolina. Michael was a proud graduate of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and also was a member of the Braves football team. Michael was a diehard University of Duke and Tennessee Titans fan.

Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Thursday, February 24, 2022 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Blevins Family Cemetery at West Van Lear, Kentucky. Harry Doug Kestner and T.J. Lykins will officiate. Friends may visit at the Phelps & Son Funeral Home on Wednesday from 1:00-9:00pm and on Thursday after 9:00am until time of services at 1:00pm. Memorial contributions in Michael's memory can be made by calling the Phelps & Son Funeral Home at (606)789-8989. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Neal Cantrell, age 63 of Paintsville, Kentucky passed away Sunday, February 13, 2022 at his residence. Born October 3, 1958 in Paintsville, Kentucky to Jessie Cantrell of Paintsville, Kentucky and the late, Betty Jean “Peggy” (McKenzie) Cantrell. In addition to his mother he is preceded in death by his wife, Vickie Lynn (Hensley) Cantrell.

In addition to his father, he is survived by three sons: Shane Cantrell and Blake Cantrell of Paintsville, Kentucky and Chase Cantrell of Auburn, Washington; one brother, Mark Cantrell and wife, Jeanette of Hager Hill, Kentucky; five grandchildren: Madelyn “Maddie” Cantrell, Dawson Cantrell, Lexi Cantrell, Peyton Cantrell, and Anaiya Cantrell; one nephew, Collin Cantrell; one niece, Shelbie Cantrell; special friends, Adam and Andrea Meade of Paintsville, Kentucky.

Neal was a member of the Rockhouse Freewill Baptist Church. He was retired from Pepsi, where he worked for over 30 years.

Funeral services will be held 12:00pm Friday, February 18, 2022 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, Kentucky. Jerry McKenzie, Aaron Penix, and Ronnie Spriggs will officiate. Friends may visit at the Phelps & Son Funeral Home on Thursday from 4:00-9:00pm and on Friday after 9:00am until time of services at 12:00pm. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

**The family requests that everyone attending visitation and funeral services please wear a face mask or face covering of some type.**

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John Allen Schwarz, 68 years old and a resident of Piqua, Ohio died on February 13, 2022 as a casualty of the war currently going on in the United States health care system. He fought this battle hard, and now his soul is at peace. He will be missed greatly by his family and friends whom he loved and adored.

John was a God and Country loving Patriot who was born on June 4th, 1953 to John Roy and Marcella (nee Hooker) Schwarz. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, John Roy; and his brother-in-laws, David Keith Medina, Dave Nier, and Luther VanHoose.

He married Barbara Ann (nee Shaffer) on July 2, 1988 and she survives. He also leaves behind his children, Brian (Patty) Schwarz of Gainesboro TN, Shawn (Mandy) Sanders of Houston, Jessica (Alex) Karabinis and Joshua Schwarz all of Piqua; sister Sue Ellen (Schwarz) VanHoose of Tutor Key KY; grandchildren, Sierra Sircy, Darrien (Leah) Sanders, Mason (Indika) Sanders, Brian Lee Schwarz II, Marah Sanders, Sabastian Karabinis, Marcella Schwarz, Leon Schwarz, Quinten Karabinis, Garin Schwarz, Serenity Grace Schwarz; and his great-grandchildren Braxton, Harrison, Tawny, & Zayda. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and friends.

John was a native of Dayton and attended Kiser High School, class of 72. He had the mind of an Engineer with the hands of a machinist with exceptional talent. He enjoyed a career as a skilled machinist and mechanic working at French Oil Mill and Machinery Co. and retired from Stillwater Technologies. He was also a business owner of Eagle Custom Caskets and Custom Metal Creations. He enjoyed life riding his Harley, racing RC cars and flying RC planes. He was a member of WACO Barnstormers Historical Society Flying Club and Rusty Geezers Car Club. John was able to fulfill a lifelong dream by building a 1923 T Bucket Roadster from scratch. John and Barbara enjoyed spending the past 8 years restoring an 1877 historical home which was a labor of love for them. He was not only a great friend to many, but a teacher by sharing his faith and knowledge.

John was a member of “The Valley Church” where he served in ministry by videotaping services for homebound members when the church was first established as UVCC which eventually led into video editing for local cable station viewing.

A celebration of life service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 18, 2022 at Jamieson and Yannucci Funeral Home with Pastor Luke VanHoose and Pastor Andy Monnin officiating. Burial will be held at the VanHoose/Daniel Family Cemetery in Tutor Key, Kentucky on Friday evening before sundown. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday also at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made in John’s memory to The Valley Church, 1400 Seidel Parkway, Piqua OH 45356. Guestbook condolences and expressions of sympathy, to be provided to the family, may be expressed through jamiesonandyannucci.com. Local arrangements under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Joe Lee Honeycutt, age 77 of Martha, Kentucky passed away Monday, February 14, 2022 at Paintsville ARH. Born February 20, 1944 in Johnson County, Kentucky to the late Malcolm Honeycutt and Aileen Collins Honeycutt. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two sons: Joe Lee Honeycutt, Jr. and Gregory Lynn Honeycutt; two brothers, Marvin Honeycutt and Nathan Lee Honeycutt; four sisters, Emma Joy Lynn, Norma Brown, Carlene Oney and Ester Fitch.

Joe is survived by his loving wife, Rosemary Keaton Honeycutt of Martha, Kentucky; four daughters: Lora Jean Elam, Stephanie (Keith) Cisco, and Julie Honeycutt all of Martha, Kentucky and Teresa Jo (Jeff) Grueneberg of Louisville, Kentucky; four sisters: Loretta (Bob) Robertson of Wayne, West Virginia, Glenda Lester, Tracy Honeycutt and Stacy Honeycutt all of Martha, Kentucky; twelve grandchildren: Brian Holbrook, Reed Mosley, Floyd Collins, Samuel Collins, Doug Collins, Emery Collins, John Cisco, Mason Cisco, Talia Wheeler, Brittany Ramey, Jessica Muncy, and Ashley Wells; fifteen great grandchildren. A great number of nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

This man loved his community and his neighbors. He never saw a stranger and was always eager to help if you were in need. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Funeral services will be conducted 1:00pm Thursday, February 17, 2022 in the Phelps and Son Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Honeycutt-Vanover Cemetery at Martha, Kentucky. James Horn, Albert Horn and Curt Howard will officiate. Friends may visit the Phelps & Son Funeral Home Wednesday, February 16, 2022 from 4:00pm until 9:00pm and on Thursday 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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Chuck “Pit Bull” Hampton, age 63 of Flat Gap, Kentucky passed away Saturday, February 12, 2022 at his residence.

Born August 31, 1958 in Johnson County, he was the son of the late Howard “Boss” Hampton and Anna Avonelle Jaynes Hampton. In addition to his parents, Chuck is preceded in death by one brother, Ricky Hampton. He is survived by his loving wife, Judy Arms Hampton; two sons, Michael and Becky Hampton of Sitka, Kentucky and Craig and Brittany Hampton of Harrodsburg, Kentucky; one daughter, Crystal Hampton of Georgetown, Kentucky; four brothers, Bill (Donna) Hampton of Sitka, Kentucky, James (Sherry) Hampton of Trotwood, Ohio, Lincoln (Gina) Hampton of Salyersville, Kentucky and Danny (Missy) Hampton of Prestonsburg, Kentucky; five sisters, Barbara (Gary) Pierce of Wittensville, Kentucky, Bonnie (Jack) Childers of Waco, Kentucky, Sadonia (Greg) Fields of Lowmansville, Kentucky, Robin (Mike) Garland of Prestonsburg, Kentucky and Laura (Sam) Cole of Wittensville, Kentucky; five grandchildren, Travis Hampton, Jordan Hampton, Destiny Napier, Jayce Hampton and Reagan Hampton; and two great grandchildren, Addalyn Hampton and Drake Hampton. Many nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at the Concord Independent Church with burial to follow in the Hampton Family Cemetery. Steve Rose will officiate. Friends may visit the church from 5:00pm to 9:00pm Sunday, all day Monday and until the time of service on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that contributions be made to the Phelps & Son Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses by calling (606)789-8989.

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

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Elijah “Snook” Freeman, age 86 of East Point, Kentucky passed away Friday, February 11, 2022 at the Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. Born February 5, 1936 in Johnson County, Kentucky to the late Jessie James Freeman and Darcus (Marshall) Freeman. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by one son, Paul L. Freeman; one daughter, Dora Lorene Freeman; two brothers: Jim Freeman and George Freeman; and two sisters: Alma Povrzenich and Lorene McKee.

He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Lorene (Blair) Freeman of East Point, Kentucky; three sons: Rick James Freeman and his wife, Annie of East Point, Kentucky, Keith Freeman and his wife, Amy of Flat Gap, Kentucky, Allen Freeman and his wife, Susie of East Point, Kentucky; one daughter, Teresa Blevins and her husband, Monte of East Point, Kentucky; seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A host of nieces, nephews, other family members and friends also survive.

Elijah was a member of the East Point Church of Christ.

Graveside services will be held 1:00pm Monday, February 14, 2022 at the Freeman Family Cemetery at East Point, Kentucky. Aaron Davis will officiate. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Cody Allen Tackett, age 30 of Springfield, Ohio passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at his residence. Born September 1, 1991 in Johnson County, Kentucky to George Burton Tackett of Springfield, Ohio and the late Kimberly (Kestner) Tackett. In addition to his mother he is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Hattie Kestner.

Cody is survived by his father, George Burton Tackett of Springfield, Ohio; one brother, Daniel Tackett of Springfield, Ohio; four uncles: Bruce Kestner and wife, Rose of Thealka, Kenny Kestner and wife, Shelia of Leander, and Charlie Kestner of Thealka, Terry Lemaster and wife, Sandra of East Point; three aunts: Jennifer Joseph and husband, Timothy of Oil Springs, Glenda Golden and husband, Hedgel of Thealka, and Bonnie Jaynes and husband, Dan of Lowmansville; cousins: Steven Golden and wife, Kimberly of Thealka, Thomas Golden and wife, Emily of Springfield, Ohio; and best friend, his dog, Rambo. A host of other cousins, family members, and friends also survive.

Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at the Solid Rock Independent Church (1011 KY RT 1145, Paintsville, KY). Burial will follow in Kestner-Estep Cemetery at Flat Gap. Richard Morgan and Clarence Music will officiate. Friends may visit at the church on Tuesday from 11:00am-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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Wanda Sue Williams, age 46 of Paintsville, Kentucky, passed away Friday, February 4, 2022 at Paintsville ARH Regional Medical Center.

Sue was born June 1, 1975 in Floyd County, Kentucky, daughter of John Daniel “Dan” Hitchcock and the late Juanita Fairchild Hitchcock. She is survived by her fiancé, Caleb Tackett of Paintsville, Kentucky; her father and step-mother, John Daniel “Dan” Hitchcock and Donna Hitchcock of Staffordsville, Kentucky; two children: Jacob Williams of Georgetown, Kentucky and Jonathon Tackett; two sisters, Nancy Carol Hitchcock of Paintsville, Kentucky, Beth Ann Scott (Buck) of Paintsville, Kentucky; one brother, John Daniel Hitchcock, Jr. (Kayla) of Paintsville, Kentucky. Several nieces and nephews, along with a host of aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.

Funeral services will be conducted 3:00 p.m. Sunday, February 6, 2022 in the Phelps & Son Funeral Home Chapel with Larry Blair and Mike Blanton officiating. Burial will follow in the Staffordsville Church Cemetery, Staffordsville, Kentucky. Friends may visit at the Phelps & Son Funeral Home on February 6, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. until time of service at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to assist with funeral expenses by calling the Phelps & Son Funeral Home at (606)789-8989. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

** The family request that those attending visitation and funeral services please wear a facemask or face covering**

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Mary Pack Blair, age 82 of West Van Lear, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at Paintsville A R H.

Born July 6, 1939 in Johnson County, she was the daughter of the late Walter Pack and Mayme Marie Stapleton Pack. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Elroy Blair; one son, Herbert Blair; two brothers, Paul Pack and Delmar Pack; sisters, Earlene Castle, Joyce “Joy” Hall, Debbie Bowling, Brenda Thacker and Phyllis “Tootsie” Pack.

Mary is survived by one daughter, Sandra and Doug Young of West Van Lear, Kentucky; one son, Jeff and Sandy Jo Blair of Hager Hill, Kentucky; one brother, Ronald and Barb Pack of Stambaugh, Kentucky; three sisters, Jean and Joe Trimble of Orlando, Florida, Gayle McKenzie of Sunbury, Ohio and Charlotte Hall of Paintsville, Kentucky; daughter in law, Christa Blair of Huntington, West Virginia; two grandchildren, Casey (Cheris) Young of Campbellsville, Kentucky and Corey (Jess) Young of Danville, Virginia; four great grandchildren, Cayleigh, Caleb, Addy and Vivi; step grandchildren, Dakota Kliber, Damion Kliber and Ashton Paige Dempsey; and step great grandchildren, Xavier Leach and Myles Dempsey.

Mary was a longtime member of the Southside Freewill Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held 1:00pm Saturday, February 5, 2022 at the Southside Freewill Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Highland Memorial Park, Staffordsville. Friends may visit the church from 11:00am to 1:00pm Saturday prior to the service. Corey Young and Casey Young will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that contributions be made to Gideons International (www.gideons.org/donate). The family has asked that all attending the funeral or visitation, to please wear a face mask or protective covering. Arrangements are under the direction of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home.

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Lillian (Hall) Dove, age 76 of Martin, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at the Greg & Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard, Kentucky. Born May 29, 1945 in Floyd County, Kentucky to the late Nelson Hall and Lizzie (Lawson) Hall. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by four brothers: A.B. Hall, Columbus Hall, L.C. Hall, Ernie Hall; three sisters: Bobbie Rowe, Kathy Hall, Berchie Hall.

She is survived by her husband, Paul Vernon Dove of Martin, Kentucky; two sons: James “Jamie” Dove of Martin, Kentucky and John Dove and his wife, Bonita of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; one brother, Kermit Hall and his wife, Faye of Dana, Kentucky; two grandchildren: Kaegan Dove and Bradyn Dove; special friend, Georgie Layne.

Lillian was a member of the Rock Fork Freewill Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm Thursday, February 3, 2022 in the chapel of the Phelps & Son Funeral Home with burial to follow in the Lawson Cemetery at Little Mud in Floyd County. Friends may visit at the Phelps & Son Funeral Home on Thursday from 10:00am until time of services at 2:00pm. The family requests that in lieu of flowers contributions be made to the Phelps & Son Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses by calling (606)789-8989. Funeral 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