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Norma Bruce Jones, age 84, of Old Ironworks Road in Winchester, passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021, at her home following a long illness. She was born August 21, 1936 in Powell County and was the daughter of the late Green Berry and Geneva Young Toler. She was a homemaker and attended the Trinity United Methodist Church. She had lived in Clark County most of her life. She is survived by her husband Larry Lee Jones; five sons, Jonathan Toler (Jane) Jones of Clark Co., Marcus (Aileen) Jones of Madison Co., Stephen (Kelly) Jones of South Carolina, Jonathan Toler Jones, II of Clark Co. and Austin Cody (Katie) Jones of Clark Co.; two sisters, Laverne (Robert) Adams and Dora (Jim) Watkins both of Clark Co. and a brother, Warren (Elizabeth) Toler, Sr. of Estill Co. along with several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her son, David Jones and four siblings, Margie Spencer, Shelby Toler, John Toler and Kelly Toler.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, July 28, at the Warren F. Toler Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Warren Toler and Bro. Wayne Everman. Burial was in the Clairmont Memorial Gardens.

Bob Hume, Andrew Jones, J.T. Jones, Mark Jones, Stephen Jones and Cody Jones served as pallbearers.

Phyllis Muncie, 73, of Clay City, widow of Billy Ray Muncie passed away at her residence Saturday, July 24, 2021. She was born in Stanton January 31, 1948 to Earnest and Treva Center. She was a retired plant manager at CMS. She is survived by a son Brettney Muncie, two grandchildren, two great grandchildren, two Sisters Sue Profitt and husband Earl and Connie Townsend. She was preceded in death by her parents Earnest and Treva Center, her husband Billy Ray Muncie, three brothers Paul Townsend, Edward Center, David Center and a sister Marjorie Daniels. There are no services planned at this time. Grayson Funeral Home is in charge.

Kaylynn Faith Taulbee, 4 Month old daughter of Chris and Kim Taulbee of Lexington passed away Sunday, July 18, 2021 at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Mt. Sterling. She was born at Harrison Memorial March 10, 2021. She is survived by her parents Chris and Kim Taulbee and two sisters Taylor and Alice Taulbee. Funeral services were held 1 PM Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Home in Irvine with Bro. Marvin Neal officiating. Friends visited Wednesday from 12 PM till time of the service. Burial followed in the Woods Cemetery in Irvine. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine is in charge of services.

Pamela Jean Justice, 60, wife of Brian Keith Justice, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at her home. She was born March 5, 1961 in Winchester, Kentucky to the late Robert Kirby Jr. and Betty Jo Daily Kirby. Survivors include, husband, Keith Justice; daughters, Brandy (Mike) Reed, Tiffany Justice (Jacob), brothers, Tommy (Amber) Kirby, Ivan (Jackie) Kirby, Alan (Renee) Kirby, and Robbie (Malinda) Kirby; sister, Edie (Bob) Crockett; grandchildren, Tyler (Jessica) Bolin, Jacob Bolin, Emily Reed, and Bryleigh Mathews; great-granddaughter, Briella Bolin. Services were Friday, July 23, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Rev. Willard Estep. Visitation was Friday after 11:00AM until the time of service.

Rose Clemons, 83, of Clay City passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2021 at the Clark Regional Medical Center. She was born July 25, 1937 Beckley, WV to Dan and Mary Thacker. She was a homemaker. She is survived by three sons Jerome Clemons and partner Lee Ann, Mark Clemons, William Barker, five daughters Debra Hulburt and husband Ray, Bobbi Anderson and husband John, Taffy Alexander and husband Barry, Cheryl Pelfrey and husband Woodrow, Corrin Conner and husband Joseph and a brother Dan Thacker JR. She was preceded in death by her parents. Dan and Mary Thacker, her husband John D. Clemons SR and a son Johnny Clemons. Burial was in the Eaton Cemetery in Clay City. Grayson Funeral Home was in charge.

Powell County Students receive exciting initiative from Sterling Health

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By: Madison Fugate

 

Jennifer Hager was introduced at a most recent board of education meeting as the primary contact for the Sterling Health Care program that has worked closely with Powell County Schools this most recent year, especially involved with efforts in providing COVID vaccine clinics, free physicals, and much more to PCS students and staff. One of the most focused goals behind Sterling Health’s involvement with the school system is to help keep students and staff inside of the school building as much as possible and avoid potentially unnecessary absences. Sterling Health treated 359 total patients inside of the school system this past school year. A breakdown of the 359 encounters were as follows: 74 of those visits were at Clay City Elementary; 22 at Bowen Elementary; 177 at Stanton Elementary; 37 at Powell County Middle School; and 49 at Powell County High School. Hager reported to the board that of those 359 visits, 196 were able to remain at school.

Hager also provided an overview of how the collaboration between Sterling Health and Powell County Schools has went thus far. Earlier this year, in February and March, Sterling Health hosted a COVID vaccine clinic with the help and support of the Powell County Health Department that helped vaccinate a great majority of PCS staff as well. These particular clinics were responsible for fully vaccinating 317 individuals and providing over 600 vaccines total. One other significant accomplishment mentioned by Hager was the flu vaccine drive-through events the program hosted at local elementary schools inside the district. She announced Sterling Health had the intentions of providing those clinics this year as well so that students and staff have the option to be vaccinated for the influenza virus during peak season.

In the past, the immunization records have been monitored by school counselors. Sterling Health will now be working with school nurses to absorb that responsibility. One intriguing highlight provided by Hager was the detail that the program conducted 184 COVID tests, 178 of those said tests came back negative and only six of those resulted in positive cases of the COVID virus.

Sterling Health were also responsible for 47 free sports physicals for student athletes this past school year and they reported updates that they had fully vaccinated 32 students as well. Hager announced that Sterling Health will now soon be offering a dental program and a behavioral health therapist as well in the coming school year.

To conclude the overview and detailed information provided by Hager, she announced an exciting initiative for PCS students sponsored by Sterling Health. Sterling Health Care will now be covering the cost for admission to any sporting event for any student enrolled in the Powell County Schools district. “Any student in Powell County can go to any game for free!” Jennifer Hager announced to the board. The money was donated to the athletic department in the form of a $2,000.00 check during the board meeting held on July 20th. Doug Brewer was present to accept this monetary donation on behalf of the athletic department and clarified that the monies would be shared among the Powell County High School and Powell County Middle School as well. Brewer added his appreciative remarks, “I can’t thank her enough, the kids are going to love it!”

Cutline: On behalf of the PCS athletic department, Doug Brewer accepts $2,000.00 check from Jennifer Hager with Sterling Health to cover admission of PCS students to enter sporting events at no cost.

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James Allen Still 50 of Clay City passed away Monday, July 12, 2021 at his residence. He was born May 15, 1971 in Richmond to Herum and Elizabeth Still. He is survived by his wife Daisy Still, a son Bradley Still, two daughter’s Sabrina Still, Tamron Still, two grandchildren and a brother Robert Still. He was preceded in death by his parents Herum and Elizabeth Still. No services are planned at this time. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City is in charge.

Edith June Moseley Rogers, age 82, passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2021 at her residence North Highlands Street in Winchester, Kentucky.  Born in Jackson, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Otis Victor Moseley and the late Ruby Stamper Moseley.  She was a former Seamstress with Hart Schaffner and Marx and several other clothing institutions. During her life she was also a practicing Cosmetologist and Beautician. She owned and managed several different properties with Rogers Properties, served as a secretary for the Winchester City Police Department and worked part time at an Art Gallery in Winchester. She attended the Grace Bible Church in Winchester, Kentucky.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her late husband A.T. Rogers; four sisters, Dorothy Vivian Perry, Teressa Olema Bowen, Shirley Charlotte McKeown and Judy Elizabeth Lawson and one brother, Ernim Donald Moseley.  Edith is survived by two children, Sonja Ferrell of Winchester, Kentucky and Andrea Brandenburg of Shelbyville, Kentucky; three grandchildren, Alyssa Jo Brandenburg, Gloriana “Glory” June Ferrell and Sydney Ann Brandenburg and two sisters, Eunice Mary Harper of Winchester, Kentucky and Sonja Diane Adams of Richmond, Kentucky.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Lee Cruse were conducted at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, July 15, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. in Stanton, Kentucky.  Visitation was held from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Entombment was in Resthaven Cemetery in Stanton, Kentucky.  Active Pallbearers are Joe Brandenburg, Randy Adams, Randy Ballard, Alan Rogers, Andrew Fisher, and Mike Lawson. Honorary Pallbearers are Bonnie Clough, David Reed William Harper, Jr. and Mary Jo Jones.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.    

Vickie Y. Shoupe, age 64, passed away on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Saint Joseph Hospital, Berea, Kentucky.  Born in Middletown, Ohio she was the daughter of the late Clayton Edward Shoupe and Geneva Vaughn Shoupe.  She was the former owner of Vickie’s Greenhouse Nursery in East Bernstadt, Kentucky and she was an animal lover.  She was very friendly, never met a stranger and she loved to make people laugh.  She also enjoyed art and loved to paint.  Vickie was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Rodney Shoupe.  She is survived by two sisters, Kim Combs of Lexington and Devonia Carol Shoupe of Winchester; one brother, Glenn Vaughn of Lexington; a nephew, John Combs of Stanton and a niece, Rebecca Combs of Nicholasville.  Funeral services officiated by Bro. Greg Webb were conducted at 2:00 P.M. Friday, July 16, 2021 in Hearne Funeral Home Inc, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was at 12:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.  Burial followed in Salem Cemetery, 840 Red River Road, Irvine, KY.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Sharon Kay Rogers, 62, wife of Patrick Rogers, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2021 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. She was born July 23, 1958 in Stanton to the late Price and Geraldine Townsend Rogers. Survivors include, husband, Patrick Rogers; son, Danny Strange; daughter, Shannon Rogers-Paverd; grandchildren, Matthew Strange and Kylee Strange. She was preceded in death by her paretns, Price and Geraldine Rogers; and son, Steven Strange. Services were Monday, July 19, 11:00AM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Rev. Anthony Molihan. Visitation was Sunday after 6pm. Burial was in Meadows Cemetery.

Michael Dale Strange 55 of Winchester passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021 at the Fountain Circle Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Mt. Sterling May 20, 1966 to Willie and Glenda Strange. He is survived by his mother Glenda Strange, a son Allen Crowe, daughter Rachel Angel, one grandchild, three Brothers Ronnie Strange, Kenny Strange, Terry Strange and a sister Shelia Strange. He was preceded in death by his father Willie Strange. Funeral services were held at 1 PM Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City with Bro. John Combs officiating. Friends visited Tuesday from 5 till 9 PM. Burial was in the Faulkner Cemetery. Pallbearers are Terry Strange, Ronnie Strange, Kenny Strange, Mathew Strange, Arron Strange and David Morton. Honorary pallbearers are Larry Woodard, Tommy Puckett, Ricky Strange and Dale Rogers. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City is in charge of services.

Broadus Beach, 77, husband of Nellie Stamper Beach, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington. He was born December 19, 1943 in Independence, Kentucky to the late Clyde L and Cleo Faye Webster Beach. Survivors include, wife, Nellie Beach; sons, Clyde Brackinridge Beach, Dwayne Beach, and Tony Joe Beach; daughters, Elsie Evans and Pamela Elam; brothers, Jay Beach, Jeff Beach, David Beach, and Jimmy Beach; sisters, Joyce Patton, Diana Honshell, Lori McCracken, and Joella Collins; grandchildren, April Donahue, Ryan Marcum, Catherine Sue Beach, Joshua Winburn, Caleb Winburn, James Winburn, Chris Beach, Cody Beach, Jessica Harmon, Michael Beach, Anthony Schooler, Casey Beach, and Stacy Beach; and numerous great grandchildren. Services were Thursday, July 15, 1:00PM by Rev. Anthony Molihan. Visitation was Thursday from 11:00AM-1:00PM

Will masks be required next school year?

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By: Madison Fugate

Powell County schools are preparing for the return of the upcoming school year with hopes of a more normal routine than what’s previously been the reality inside the classrooms. Opening day with staff has been scheduled for August 16th. During this opening day event, twenty-one retirees will also receive an invitation as opening day was not possible this past year. Retirees will receive a gift as well as being recognized at said event.

Will masks be required in the upcoming school year? According to information shared by Superintendent Dr. Anthony Orr, the CDC released guidelines recently that the recommendations were for unvaccinated students and staff to wear a mask. Orr goes on to share that the Department of Education should soon release more detailed guidance on what to expect, “They don’t expect that guidance to be directives. In other words, that will still be a local decision.” Orr and Meredith Robinson of the PCS administration have been in close contact with the Powell County Health Department Director, Stacy Crase, to seek her guidance and opinion on the matter.

“Unless something changes, the lean right now is that we would not require masks for students.” Considering the consequences, PCS administration have sided with this option in considering the large amount of families who would quite possibly choose to stay home if masks were required for students. The superintendent then announced that he is still waivering on a definite decision for staff as to whether or not a mask will be required for them or not. A good portion of PCS staff have reported to have been vaccinated at this point, over 70%, to be more exact. “In talking with Stacy Crase, we would love to see 75%,” Orr adds.

One of the main concerns considering a mask requirement for PCS staff is the issues created with quarantining. It was made apparent that unvaccinated staff will still have to quarantine for fourteen days if they come in contact with a positive case. Powell County schools were forced to close their doors in November as a result of too many staff having come into contact with positive cases and not being able to enter the building. In an effort to eliminate future closings and keep things running smoothly, Orr wants to encourage all staff to get vaccinated, “things that I think will help that is that they won’t have to wear masks if they’re vaccinated.”

Staff that are not vaccinated who have to quarantine will have to use their sick days as the emergency COVID days are no longer available. Orr shares his intentions with the board to communicate these things thoroughly to staff upon returning this year. The overall goal is to keep kids in the building until the end of the school year, with no interruptions.

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Eddie Everett Wise, 88, husband of Yvonne Lansaw Wise, passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at his home in Stanton. He was born November 16, 1932 in Irvine, KY to the late George & Bessie Rea Neal Wise. In addition to his wife, he is survived by daughter Terena (Tim) Wallingford; granddaughter Rebecca Nicole Wallingford; sisters Eldora (James) Adams & Elinor Murphy; honorary grandchildren Boone Bailey, Khloe Carroll, Kinsley Carroll, Jayce Wells, Lucy Wells, & Sawyer Wells; and several nieces & nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Wilbur Wise, Bill Wise, Terry Wise, & Hershell Wise, and sisters Nellie B. Wise & Elizabeth Ann Wise. Mr. Wise was employed as a foreman with Traco Construction in Lexington before his retirement, where he was a very capable builder and skilled planner. He was also known to be an avid ginseng, mushroom, & squirrel hunter. A Christian, he was a member of the Church of God. His family reflected that he took utmost pride in all aspects of his life. He will be greatly missed by those he leaves behind. Funeral services were Saturday, July 10 at 1:00PM with Bro. Max Molihan & Bro. Willard Estep officiating. Visitation was held Friday night beginning at 5:00PM for family & 6:00PM for friends. Burial followed the funeral on Saturday at Stonegate Cemetery in Stanton with Tim Wallingford, Harold Lansaw, Donnie Marshall, Boone Bailey, Nelson Sewell, Dan Andrews, Josh Carroll, & Sawyer Wells serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are George Lansaw & Mike Shoemaker.

Bobby Joe Martin, 82, widower of Helen Martin, passed away July 7th 2021 at home surrounded by his family. He was born September 11, 1938 in Powell County to the late Odie and Mary Roberts Martin. Never one to sit around, Bobby lived a full life. Prior to retiring from East Kentucky Power, he served both his country in the US Army and community as a former assistant fire chief of the Stanton Fire Department. Following retirement, he dedicated his free time to carpentry and involvement with the American Legion. Survivors include his daughter, Mary Beth Crowe; grandchildren Daniel Crowe of Stanton, Dana (Nathan) Spencer of Somerset and Dara (Cody) Goodin of Somerset; great-grandchildren Joseph Spencer, Gracie Goodin, Leeabeth Goodin, Zoey Spencer and Silas Goodin; brothers Odis (Eloise), Ronald (Mattie), and Leonard Martin; sisters Mildred (Eugene) Mullins and Ruthann (Bill) Shoemaker as well as a plethora of dearly loved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son Bobby Martin Jr.; son-in-law Walter Crowe; brothers Danny and Jimmy Martin and sisters Janie Halcomb and Eva Humphrey. Funeral services were held at 1:00PM on Tuesday, July 13th at Davis & Davis Funeral Home with Bro. James Harold Combs officiating. Visitation was Monday, July 12th beginning at 5:00PM for family and 6:00PM for friends. Burial followed the funeral in Resthaven Cemetery in Stanton. Pallbearers serving are Nathan Spencer, Jordan Hounshell, Jeff Reed, Paul White Jr., Scott Martin, Michael Halcomb, Hunter Humphrey and Leonard Brian Martin. The family would also like to thank our honorary pallbearers – all nieces and nephews, Ruth Hall and the rest of our beloved neighbors on Sipple Street, longtime friend Talmadge Smallwood, American Legion Post 305, Kathy Lawson (as well as the excellent in-center care staff) of Fresenius Winchester Dialysis, the care team at Fresenius Sea Spray Dialysis in North Carolina who made his final vacation possible and the staff of Hospice East. Most of all though, we wish to express extreme gratitude to Tammy Reed and Sherry Vires for the amazing level of love and care they demonstrated to Bobby.

John David Hubbard, age 26, passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at his residence on Little Hardwicks Creek Road, Clay City, Kentucky.  Born in Mt. Sterling, he was the son of Johnna Meredith Kennon and David Hubbard of Clay City.  He attended Clay City Elementary School, Powell County Middle School and graduated from Powell County High School in 2013.  He also attended Bluegrass Community and Technical College and was a logger on Kennon Farms.  He was very friendly to everyone and had the great ability to lift people’s spirits and could light up a room.  He was an outstanding father to his son, Luka James Hubbard.  Other surviving relatives are his maternal grandparents, John H. and Mary Helen Kennon of Clay City; paternal grandparents, Charles and Carol Brewer of Sharpsburg; uncles, Jared Kennon, Shane Kennon, Aaron Kennon and Doug Lakes; aunt, Bobbie Ashley; great aunts, Mary Lou Potts, Jennifer Billings, Debra Cox and Bonnie Mathis; great uncle, Ronald Crowe and half sister, Jessica Lee Groves.  Funeral services officiated by Sister, Felsha Foster and Sister, Lawanna Daugherty were held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was at 6:00 P.M. Friday, July 9, 2021 at the funeral home.  Burial was in Kennon Cemetery with Seth Kennon, Aaron Kennon, Morgan Reed, Bob Gilley, Justin Cox, Deron Terrill, Tyler Bellamy and David Hawkins serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Ben Benedict, Dylan Davis, Keith Hall, Tim Jones, Megan Spencer, Adreanna Neace, Bobby Shane Spencer, Taylor Kennon, Jamie Rice, Jonathan Townsend, Kienan Tiller and Dillon Spencer.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Berlin Lawrence “Bobby” Helton, 73, passed away Monday, July 5, 2021 at the Winsor Care Nursing Home in Mt. Sterling. He was born May 12, 1948 in Nada to Homer and Ila Mae Helton. He is survived by one son Stacy Helton and  wife Theresea of Mt. Sterling; two daughters, Michelle Hilbert and husband Scott of Lawrenceburg, Candace Fredrick of Mt. Sterling; five grandchildren, three great grandchildren, a brother Virgil Helton of Tennessee, and a sister Virgie Reed and husband Rex. He was preceded in death by his parents Homer and Ila Mae Helton; three brothers, Stanley Helton, Oliver Helton and Kenneth Helton and two sisters, Vandetta Campbell and Loretta McCoy. Funeral services were held  Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Home in Clay City. Burial was in the Rest Haven Cemetery in Stanton. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City is in charge of services.

John David Hubbard, age 26, passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at his residence on Little Hardwicks Creek Road, Clay City, Kentucky.  Born in Mt. Sterling, he was the son of Johnna Meredith Kennon and David Hubbard of Clay City.  He attended Clay City Elementary School, Powell County Middle School and graduated from Powell County High School in 2013.  He also attended Bluegrass Community and Technical College and was a logger on Kennon Farms.  He was very friendly to everyone and had the great ability to lift people’s spirits and could light up a room.  He was an outstanding father to his son, Luka James Hubbard.  Other surviving relatives are his maternal grandparents, John H. and Mary Helen Kennon of Clay City; paternal grandparents, Charles and Carol Brewer of Sharpsburg; uncles, Jared Kennon, Shane Kennon, Aaron Kennon and Doug Lakes; aunt, Bobbie Ashley; great aunts, Mary Lou Potts, Jennifer Billings, Debra Cox and Bonnie Mathis; great uncle, Ronald Crowe and half sister, Jessica Lee Groves.  Funeral services officiated by Sister, Felsha Foster and Sister, Lawanna Daugherty were held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was at 6:00 P.M. Friday, July 9, 2021 at the funeral home.  Burial was in Kennon Cemetery with Seth Kennon, Aaron Kennon, Morgan Reed, Bob Gilley, Justin Cox, Deron Terrill, Tyler Bellamy and David Hawkins serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Ben Benedict, Dylan Davis, Keith Hall, Tim Jones, Megan Spencer, Adreanna Neace, Bobby Shane Spencer, Taylor Kennon, Jamie Rice, Jonathan Townsend, Kienan Tiller and Dillon Spencer.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Lee Edward Caudill, age 83, widower of Rosemary Cagle Caudill passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at his residence in Stanton, KY.  Born in Letcher, KY he was the son of the late Arville Caudill and Minnie Lee Fields Caudill and stepfather, Elbert Howell.  He was in the military for 27 years serving in the U S Marine Corp, U S Air Force and chaplain in the U S Navy.  Lee was a former minister with Palomar Baptist in Lexington and recently attended Clay City Baptist Church.  In addition to his wife and parents, he was also preceded in death by his siblings, Audrey Fay Caudill, Cecil Ray Caudill, Denver Chester Caudill, Lowell Thomas Caudill, Mary Ellen Hagans, Emma Deloris Collins and Elbert Darrel Howell.  Lee is survived by three children, Roselee (Raymond) Harmon of Trumansburg, NY, James Edward (Ambara) Caudill of Stanton and Billy Franklin Arville Caudill of Lexington; eight grandchildren, Christopher Michael Coulter of Sylacauga, AL, James Andrew Caudill of Lexington, Rayanna Lee Harmon of Trumansburg, NY, Raymond Logan Harmon, III of Burlington, Morgan Rose Caudill of Lexington, Jordan Leigh Caudill of Lexington, Amy (David) Estepp of Stanton and Craig (Jessica) Pasley of Winchester; five great grandchildren, Zeppelin Monarch Coulter, Dawson David Estepp, Kayley Rebecca Estepp, Brody Pasley and Sadie Pasley,  along with five siblings, James Monroe (Nina Mae) Caudill of Blackie, Sandra Gay Howell (Jim) Cooke of Trinity, NC, Ruby May Howell (James Earl) Moore of Langley, Mildred Sue Howell (Harold) Richardson of Irvine and George Dale (Linda) Howell of Langley.  Funeral services were officiated by Bro. Robert Varney and Bro. John Combs at 1:00 P.M. Monday, July 12, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc. in Stanton.  Visitation was from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. Monday at the funeral home.  Burial with military honors was at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 13, 2021 in Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North, 205 Elbeck Lane, Williamstown, Kentucky.  Pallbearers are Logan Harmon, Dawson David Estepp, Brody Pasley, Christopher Michael Coulter, James Andrew Caudill, Craig Pasley and David Earl Estepp.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice East.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Cecil Lee Conner, 51, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at the hospice care center, Louisville. He was born December 15, 1969 in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Earl Edger Conner and Beulah Bishop Conner. Survivors include, mother, Beulah Conner; son, Kyle (Lillie) Watkins; sister, Kathy (Roy) Wesley; brother, Earl (Betty) Conner; grandchildren, Atlas Watkins and Valerie Watkins; nephews, Kevin Elliott, Kory Conner, and Aaron Conner; several great-nieces and nephews. Services were Thursday, July 8, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home, Stanton. Visitation was Thursday 12:00PM-1:00PM. Burial in Salem Cemetery.

Clay City Fire Deploys Gadgets and Dogs in Search for Missing Boy

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By: Lisa Johnson

On Friday, July 9 at 10:43 pm Powell County Search and Rescue  along with Clay City Fire, Hunter Hounds of Estill county, Stanton, and Clay City police were called out to search for a missing juvenile. The father reported the child missing when he jumped from the truck and ran into the woods off Lofty Heights Road in Clay City.  Four hounds were used and a thermal imaging camera that is part of a new series of tools in our bag of tricks were used to improve operations. The juvenile was located in a home three hours later and was reunited with his family. Thanks to all our partners for being there.

And the Rockets’ Red Glare

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By: Cecil Pergram

AmVets Post 67 and the City Of Clay City hosted a firework show in Clay City on July 3rd to celebrate Independence Day. There were fireworks, live music, lots of food and an inflatable playground for the kids. Everyone in attendance had a wonderful time. We look forward to the show next year!

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Defort “Bill” Bailey, aged 85, of Irvine, KY, died in the early hours of July 2, 2021. He passed away peacefully in his sleep, holding his wife’s hand. Defort was born on October 10, 1935 to Burton and Lillie McIntosh Bailey in a small cabin on Cobb Hill. He was raised on the mountain until he entered into military service, serving 20 years in the Navy before retiring as a Lieutenant. He had many occupations, including Fire Chief of the Salton Community Service District in Salton City, California. He was a lifetime member of the Vietnam Veterans of America and the Military Officers Association of America. Defort was a Camp Ranger at Camp Emerson in Idyllwild, California, for Boy Scouts of America.  He was well travelled, but returned to Irvine later in life, where he became a member of Cobb Hill Crossroads Community Church, and owned and operated The Store at Cobb Hill for ten years.  Defort was married and wholly devoted to his wife, Beverley Jean Stamper Bailey, for 62 years. He is survived by her, a son Hank Bailey and his wife Carolyn of Cobb Hill, a daughter Dawn Gras of Cobb Hill, seven grandchildren Burton Bailey, Amanda Williams and her husband Andrew, Jareth Bailey and his wife Chelsey, Floyd Bailey and his wife Chelsea, Katlin Cunningham and her husband Patrick, Phoebe Bryant and her husband Matthew, and Hank Bever Gras, eleven great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, two brothers George Bailey of Ravenna, Columbus Bailey and wife Nancy of Georgetown, four sisters Betty Ann Turner and husband Mackie of Covington, Nancy Eversole of Waco, Edna Deaton of Erlanger and Brenda Huff of Warsaw, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Burton and Lillie Bailey, and a sister Delilah Abney. Funeral services and Military Rites were held 12 PM Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine, with Bro. Elwood Patrick and Bro. Eric Patrick officiating. Burial followed in the Cobb Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jareth Bailey, Floyd Bailey, Hank Bever Gras, Matthew Bryant, Patrick Cunningham and Patrick Bailey. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine is in charge of services.

Barry Keith Witt, 57, of Irvine passed away Monday, June 28, 2021 at his residence. He was born August 25, 1963 in Winchester to Robert and Glena Witt. He was a mechanic and a member of the Providence Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife Tammy Witt of Irvine, three sons Tommy Witt of Irvine, Bradly Raider of Irvine and Trenton Durham of Irvine, two daughters Latoya Rupard of Beattyville, Tanara Witt of Irvine, two grandchildren, and a sister Shawna Witt of Irvine. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Glena Witt and a brother Kim Witt. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 1, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine with Bro. Jason Lykins officiating. Burial followed in the Dry Branch Cemetery in Irvine. Pallbearers Trenton Durham, Travon Durham, Tim Raider, Andrew Sharp, Houston Estes, Terry Raider. Honorary Pallbearer Charles Durham. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine was in charge of services

Lillian Branham, 86, widow of Elmer Branham, passed away Monday, June 28, 2021 at her home. She was born March 3, 1935 in Jackson, Kentucky to the late Green Haddix and the late Florence Molands Flack. Survivors include, daughters, Carrie Helton and Wanda (Eddie) Sizemore; sisters, Ollie Henry and Faye Amell; grandchildren, Brian (Tracy) Helton, Tina (Eddie) Venters, Connie (Randy) Ritchie, Victoria (Lloyd) Todd, and Jessica Sizemore; great-grandchildren, Joshua Helton, Matthew Helton, Brandon Coffey, Jordan Ritchie, Emily Todd, Chris Venters, Madison Spicer, Taylor Spicer, and William Todd; and 6 great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and siblings, Ray Sutton, Norma Hedger, JB Haddix, Carl Haddix, BJ Haddix, and Pauline Stacy. Services were Friday, July 2, 1:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home by Rev. Tony Story. Visitation was Thursday 6-9pm at the funeral home. Burial was in the Branham Cemetery with Brian Helton, Josh Helton, Chris Venters, Jordan Ritchie, Brandon Coffee, and Doug Branham serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, Lloyd Todd, Matthew Helton, Randy Ritchie, Roger Spicer, and Eddie Sizemore.

Randall Clay Wallace, 44, of Oakfield, New York passed away June 26, 2021, in Dayton, OH. He was born July 4, 1976, in Irvine to Randall “Butch” and Lena Wallace. He was an Auto salesman. He is survived by his father Randall “Butch” Wallace and his wife Pauline of Irvine, his mother Lena Connor of Mt. Sterling, three sons Randy Jones of Manchester, Clay Wallace of New York, Will Wallace of Los Vegas, stepson Ian Stoll of Los Vegas, a daughter Emily Wallace of Corban, stepdaughter Gigi Stoll of Los Vegas, one grandchild, three brothers Emil Wallace of Maysville, Mathew Wallace of Bud, WV, Michael Sparks of Irvine, three sisters Alyssa Woolery of Irvine, Sharon Neidig of Irvine and Melissa Mingey of Knoxville, TN. He was preceded in death by a brother Will Wallace. Funeral services were held Friday, July 2, 2021, at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine with Jason Woolery speaking. Burial followed in the Lamb – Hicks Cemetery. Pallbearers were David Gambrel, Brandon Ragland, Mike Reffett, Ralph Barnes, Jason Woolery and Michael Sparks. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine was in charge of services

Billy Gene Ginter, age 87, of Clay City, Kentucky, widower of Hazel Wanda Watson Ginter, passed away on June 30, 2021 at Saint Joseph Medical Center, Lexington, KY.  Born in Kokomo, Indiana he was the son of the late Floyd and Lula Crowe Ginter and a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran.  Bill was a former heavy equipment operator with Codell Construction Company and a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 181.  He enjoyed trap shooting and was a charter member of the Powell County Sportsman’s Club and a member of the National Rifleman’s Association.  He was an avid baseball fan and an outstanding Grand Daddy and Great Grand Daddy.  In addition to his parents and his wife he was also preceded in death by two brothers, Edward “Bug” Ginter and Bobby Ginter and by three sisters, Florene Oaks, Bessie Rogers and Virginia Ashley.  He is survived by three daughters, Pamela Hood of Stanton, Vickie Haddix of Jeffersonville and Carolyn (Lawrence) Jones of Sherburn; nine grandchildren, Sara Osborne, Billy Hood, Misty Haddix, Anthony Haddix, Stephen Haddix, Tosha Self, J. D. Haddix, Crystal Justice and Travis Jones along with 16 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.  Funeral services officiated by Bro.  Raymond Tipton and Bro. Anthony Molihan were conducted at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc, 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was at 12:00 P.M until 2:00 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home.  Burial was in Kennon Cemetery with Eric Slemp, Eric Puckett, Chuck Ginter, Dylan Griggs, Travis Jones, Billy Hood, Luke Hood, Adam Osborne and Brian Osborne serving as active pallbearers.  Honorary pallbearers are Codell Construction employees, members of Powell County Sportsman’s Club, Steve Cornett, Bob Dolan, Sr. and Bob Dolan, Jr.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Bonnie Gilbert, age 78, of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021 at Clark Regional Medical Center.  Born in East Fork, Bath County, Kentucky she was the daughter of the late Alva and Lucille Snelling Buckler.  She was a homemaker, a Kentucky Colonel and she attended East Fork Christian Church.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her late husband, Paul Pergram and brother, Billy Buckler.  Bonnie Gilbert is survived by her husband, William “Bill” Gilbert; son Timothy (Susan) Pergram of Lexington; stepson, Dale (Nancy) Gilbert of Stanton; grandchildren, Clay Thomas (Sarah) Pergram, Cameron McCall (Lauren) Pergram, Cory Gilbert, Amanda Gilbert, Zach Hein, McKaila Johnson, Ava Johnson and Reese Johnson along with two great grandchildren, Seeley Grace Pergram and Grey Thomas Pergram.  Funeral services officiated by Pastor Greg Webb were conducted at 2:00 P.M. Friday, July 2, 2021 at Hearne Funeral Home Inc., 125 West College Avenue, Stanton, KY.  Visitation was at 12:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.  Burial was in Stanton Cemetery with Chris Townsend, Clay Pergram, Cameron Pergram, Chip Buckler, Gary Buckler, Brandon Dillion and Jared Hatton serving as pallbearers.  Arrangements by Hearne Funeral Home, Inc.

Velmer Ray Shoemaker, 80, of Beavercreek, OH passed away June 25, 2021 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born December 5, 1940 in Powell County, Kentucky, the son of James Edison and Crystal (Abney) Shoemaker. Velmer was a veteran of the United States Navy. He worked as an electrician for the Local 82. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, and gambling—especially in Las Vegas. He is joining his soulmate and love of his life, wife, Dixie (Brewer) Shoemaker. He was also preceded in death by sister, Annadell Bennett; brother, Edwin Shoemaker; and his parents, James Edison Shoemaker and Crystal (Abney) Shoemaker-Hurst. Survivors include sisters-in-law, Deborah (Jim) McDonald and Freida Shoemaker; the McDonald family, and two special little girls who Velmer and Dixie will now watch over. Graveside services with military honors will be held on July 7, 2021 at Rest Haven Cemetery in Stanton, Kentucky.

Dead Batteries and Dehydration Keep Powell County SAR Busy this Summer

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By: Lisa Johnson

On Wednesday, June 23 Powell County Search and Rescue were called to Twin Arches Road in the Nada Tunnel area concerning  a family of hikers who were overdue for their check-in. The father and three children from Georgia were hiking near their cabin and had become lost after the father’s cell phone had discharged. The group had been out for six hours and were unable to get their bearing when the father made the decision to sit and wait for help. The daughter who, was a diabetic  found her blood sugar level was in decline, but her brother Tanner knew what to do and began collecting berries to help his sister be well. The team went directly to the last known location where the phone was pinged and quickly located the family and escorted them out to an ecstatic mother.

  On Friday, June 25th  Search and Rescue were called to Double Arch Trail just before 8 pm regarding a lost hiker who was suffering from dehydration. Assisted by Red Star and Wolfe SAR  teams were able to locate the man and escort him out safely.                        

Saturday, June 26 Powell County SAR was called to Natural Bridge for a female hiker suffering from dehydration under the bridge. The call came in just before noon and it was cleared as an additional call was received from a nearby, location for a female hiker who had injured her ankle just before 1 pm. The woman had been hiking through the infamous “Rock Garden” when the incident occurred.  Powell SAR along with Jason from EMS and our friends at Tri-Community and  Park  Ranger Darrin Farmer on partnered in the long  carryout. Using the Stokes basket and low-angle ropes it took over four hours to carry her out to an awaiting ambulance. Nate from Tri-Community and  Tyler of POCO SAR  showed up with his friend Whiley in the nick of time as the heat took its toll on the teams (Rob Merkel lead on rescue assisted by Travis Strange on ropes proclaimed them as the candles on the cake).  As always your friend and mine – Tim Hibbard (The Keeper Of The Lodge)  was on-site as always checking on his guest, staff, and all of our members to see If there is anything anyone needs, always a pleasure to work with the park staff as we do it often.

  

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Christie Crowe, 43, of Irvine passed away Friday, June 25, 2021 at the Marcum and Wallace Hospital in Irvine. She was born January 23, 1978 in Winchester to Gary Stone and Georgia Barnes. She is survived by her mother Georgia Barnes of Irvine, a daughter Brooklyn Crowe of Bryant, TX, a grandson Jeqentin Breedlove of TX, a brother Donald Stone of Irvine, two sisters Donna Stone of Irvine and Shelena Stone. She was preceded in death by her father Gary Stone and her husband Steve Crowe. Funeral services were held Monday, June 28, 2021 at the Grayson Funeral Home Chapel in Irvine with Bro. Buford Powell and Bro. Marvin Neal officiating. Burial followed in the Abner Cemetery. Grayson Funeral Home Irvine was in charge of services.

Johnny Bryce Barker, age 58, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. He was a truck driver, loved fishing and was a former member of the United States Army. He is survived by his mother, Mary Alice Perry Barker; his brother, Steven G. Barker; his sister, Rebecca L. Barker; his niece, Sophia B. Barker and his companion Terrie Vance. Also surviving are a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father Johnny W. Barker, and his grandparents Bryce and Ollie Perry.   Funeral services officiated by Bro. David Spencer will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, June 26, 2021 at the Bear Pen Community Church, 939 Bear Pen Road, Campton, Kentucky.  Visitation is Friday from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at the church as well.  Burial will be in Bryce Perry Cemetery on Bear Pen Road, Campton, Kentucky. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Bear Pen Community Church

Kenneth Ray Manning, age 84, of Stanton, formerly of Morehead, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2021, at Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester.

Born September 11, 1936, in Rowan County, he was a son of the late Earnest Clinton and Virgie Lambert Manning.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Alan Ray Manning; a daughter, Rhonda Booher; a grandson, Ryan Farmer; and three brothers, Earnest Clinton Manning Jr., Hollie D. Manning, and John Paul Manning; and three sisters, Joyce Turvy, Ruth Caudill, and Shelby Manning.

He is survived by his wife, Violet Timm Manning, whom he wed November 23, 1963; two daughters, Medora Farmer and husband Rick and Teresa Stidam and husband Shannon, all of Stanton; four grandchildren, Monica MacGeen, Jessica Yarber, Matthew Manning, and Jared Farmer; and five great grandchildren, August Parrish, Boone Bailey, Alleigh Manning, Magnus MacGeen, and Hadley Ward.

Other survivors include a brother, Levon Manning of Morehead; a sister, Nona Bartell of Reeds Spring, Missouri; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins; extended family; and friends.

As a young man, Kenneth began working in his hometown of Morehead showing horses at county fairs and The Red Mile with Sach Meadows. At 18, he went to work at Columbia Gulf Transmission and after 30 years retired as Superintendent. He later purchased a travel agency and he and his wife worked as agents and enjoyed many travels and adventures.  His hobby of flying and instructing students was a big joy in his life.  He also enjoyed retirement on his houseboats and entertaining many family members and friends.  He loved it so much he made his current houseboat his residence at Green River Lake in Campbellsville until recently.  He made many friends and great relationships through his love of flying, boating, and cooking.  Most of all, he was passionate about his family.  He loved to have his family together and make fun of his sons-in-law.   

A celebration of Kenneth’s life will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, June 27, 2021, at Northcutt & Son Home for Funerals Memorial Chapel with Marjorie Lehman and Rachel Hilderbrand presiding.  The service will be livestreamed at Northcutt & Son Home for Funerals Facebook Page beginning at 2 p.m.

Burial will follow in Ditney Cemetery.  Pallbearers:  Kenny Yarber, Jared Farmer, Matt Manning, David Manning, Boone Bailey, and August Parrish.  Honorary Pallbearers:  Tom Dabney, Gene Morton, Ray Snowden, Brad Bennett, Fred Lancaster, Jerry Colley, and all his boating friends and co-workers.

Visitation will be from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 27, 2021, at Northcutt & Son Home for Funerals, 400 Fraley Drive, Morehead, KY 40351.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Friends of Powell County Pets Animal Rescue, P. O. Box 474, Stanton, KY 40380.

View memorial tribute or sign guestbook at www.northcuttandson.com

Wilma Dean Rogers of Leeco, Kentucky was born on May 13th, 1937 at her family home on South Fork, in Powell County, to the late Alby and Beulah Vaye (Boyd) Hall, and died on June 23rd 2021 in Lexington, Kentucky, at the age of 84. She is survived by her daughter, Kendra Lois Rogers, of Lexington, brothers, Ronnie (Anita) Hall of Stanton, Jerry (Pat) Hall of Stanton, Gary Hall of Clay City; sisters, Faye (Clayton) Rogers of Stanton, and Pam (Kenny) Puckett of Spout Spring; nieces and nephews Barthamuel Scott Hall, Edward Dale Hall II, James Hall, Tammy Jo Burns, Stephen Allen Rogers, Brian Douglas Rogers, Jeffrey Hall, Scotty Ray Hall, Melissa DeAnn Hall, Gary Keith Hall II, Lena Dale Hall, Veronica Lynn Rose, and Robbie Wayne Puckett; 13 grandnieces and grandnephews. She was

preceded in death by her parents Alby and Beulah Hall, husband of 28 years, Kenneth Edward Rogers, brother Edward Dale Hall, and sisters-in-law, Ida Grace Hall, Patty Hall, and Joyce Hall. Services Sunday, June 27, 2:00PM Davis & Davis Funeral Home, Stanton by Bro. Marvin Hobbs and Bro. Brad Epperson. Visitation Saturday 6-9pm at the funeral home. Burial in Tin Town Cemetery with Ronnie Hall, Jerry Hall, Gary Hall, Jamie Hall, Robbie Puckett, Steve Rogers, Faye Rogers, and Pam Puckett serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers serving, member of the Torrent First Church of God and members of the Clay City First Church of God. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dean’s memory can be made payable and sent to:

Torrent Church of God, P.O. Box 1299, Campton, KY 41301 with a memo indicating

“In Memory of Dean Rogers for New Beginnings” or “In Memory of Dean Rogers for The Galilean Children’s Home.”

Leatha Curtis Smith, 77, widow of Pastor James O. Smith, passed away Sunday, June 20, 2021 at Clark Regional Medical Center, Winchester. She was born September 16, 1943 in West Bend, KY to the late Howard & Lela Ratliff Curtis. Survivors include: sons James O. Smith Jr. (Linda), Jeffery Smith (Sheila), Kenny Smith (Carla), Kevin Smith, & Keith Smith; daughter Deborah Smith Kelly (Thomas); grandchildren Charles Sparks (Ashley), Jeremy Smith (Jessica), Steven Smith (Aliesha), Patrick Sizemore, Jeffery Dale Smith, Karen Smith, Kendra Walters (Charlie) & Jessica Taylor (Joshua); great-grandchildren Brooklyn Spicer (Nick), Ethan Sparks, Jeremiah Smith, James Ryan Smith, Chandler Congleton, Leevi Congleton, Brenna Stone, Kassidy Smith, Karlee Todd, Kayleigh Walters, Kendrick Walters, Keldon Walters, Josiah Olen Taylor, Rylen Williams, Wyatt Smith, Jayden Sizemore, & Peyton Sizemore; great-great-grandchildren Maylee Spicer & Layla Spicer; and sisters Edith Fugate & Frances Curtis. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by daughter Lois Louise Smith, granddaughters Brenda Nicole Smith & Kassie Lachelle Smith, brother Albert Curtis, and sisters Lillie Olinger & Mary Crowe. Funeral service will be held Thursday, June 24, 2021 at Davis & Davis Funeral Home at 1:00PM with Bro. Johnny Hurt & Bro. Danny Bush officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday night at 5:00PM for family and 6:00PM for friends. Burial will follow the funeral at Resthaven Cemetery with her grandsons serving as pallbearers.

Rondle Roberts,  67, of Clay City passed away at his residence Wednesday, June 23, 2021. He was born in Estill County July 7, 1953 to Shirley and Essie Roberts. He is survived by a son Christopher Roberts, a daughter Jessica Roberts. He was preceded in death by a brother Willis Bush and a sister Loretta Faye Marcum. A graveside service will be held 10 AM Friday, June 25, 2021 at the Stanton Cemetery with Justin Slemp officiating. Grayson Funeral Home Clay City is in charge of services.

Claudia Kaye Robbins, 73, of Clay City, Kentucky, passed away on March 29, 2021 after a short illness at Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.

She was born to the late Harry Edgar and Clara Collins, January 23, 1948, in Ashland, Kentucky.  Claudia graduated from Prichard High School, Grayson, in 1966, received a BA in English in 1972 and two Masters degrees in 1975 and 1981, respectively, from Morehead State University.

Claudia married the late C. Glenn Robbins in 1982.  She is also preceded in death by her parents, siblings, first husband: Watt Burns, and grandson; Aidan Smith.

Claudia is survived by her sister-in-law, N. Dee Robbins, four children: Andrea (Jon) Smith, Bill (Karen) Robbins, Leslie (Ben) Herald, and Chris Robbins, and eleven grandchildren.

Claudia resided in Troy, Ohio with her family for many years, before moving to Clay City, Kentucky.  Claudia loved reading and writing, won the Homemakers Award for highest English scores in high school, and had a successful career as a high school English teacher for over 36 years at Sidney High School in Sidney, Ohio.  She spent her retired years caring for her much loved grandchildren.

A private ceremony will be held by the family.

Ethan Dale Wireman, 19, son of Christopher Wireman and Cathy Campbell Wireman passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester, KY. He was born November 20, 2001 in Prestonsburg, KY.

Survivors include, mother, Cathy Wireman; father, Christopher (Gladys) Wireman; paternal grandparents Woodrow Wireman and Maggie Wireman; maternal grandparents William and Brenda Campbell; brothers Russell Wireman, Cody Wireman, & Devin Collins; sister Victoria Wireman; uncles James Wireman, Steve (Tina) Wireman, Otis (Brandi) Campbell, Robbie (Jessica) Campbell, Quinton (Heather) Campbell, & Victor Campbell; niece Hazel Wireman; step-sister, Emilee Knepp; step-brother, Cody Curtis.

Funeral service were Friday, June 18 at Davis & Davis Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Carpenter officiating. Visitation was Friday beginning at 10:00AM for family & 11:00AM for friends.

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