George Sinclair Cooksey Jr.
Jul 4, 2026
George Sinclair Cooksey, Jr. age 93 went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 4, 2026 surrounded by those he loved. George was a hard worker, dedicated family man, and all around good guy. He would do anything for anyone. In addition to his parents the late George S. Cooksey, Sr. and Mabel Cooksey, he was preceded in death...
David 'Moon' Earl Mullins
Jul 2, 2026
David Earl “Moon” Mullins, 78, of Big Stone Gap, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026. David worked as a coal miner for many years and enjoyed listening to oldies music. Throughout his life, he experienced both joys and hardships, leaving behind memories that were unique to each person who knew him. He was preceded in death by his...
Joseph Lee Belcher
Jun 17, 2026
Joseph Lee Belcher, 54, of Pennington Gap, Virginia Passed from this life to the next on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at Holston Valley Medical Center. Joseph was born on April 23, 1972 and resided in St Charles, Virginia during his childhood years. Joseph was a coal miner during his early adult years, and later retired from long-haul trucking. Joseph was...
Nell Marie Gilliam
Jun 14, 2026
Nell Marie Gilliam, 89, of Pennington Gap went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at her residence with her family by her side. Nell was born on January 19, 1937 in Pennington Gap to the late Clyde Hall and Cora Bell Ramey Hall. Nell was a homemaker and took great pride in caring for her family....
Wanda Sue Catron
Jun 13, 2026
Wanda Sue Catron was born on July 9, 1944 in St. Charles, VA to Acie and Kitty Barnett. She passed peacefully on June 13, 2026, surrounded by her children. She is preceded in death by her father and mother, Acie and Kitty Barnett; her sister, Faye; her husband, Harvey J. Catron; daughter, Wanda Hearn; granddaughter, Leia Laningham; and great grandson,...
Charlene Statzer
Jun 10, 2026
Doris "Charlene" Haynes Statzer, 82, of Pennington Gap went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Lee Health and Rehab. Charlene was born on May 31, 1944 in Lee County, Virginia to the late Paskel Haynes and Mary Fletcher Haynes. Charlene loved her family and cherished them helping her siblings raise their children as her own....
Charles Ronnie Hilton
Jun 9, 2026
Charles Ronnie Hilton, 82, of Pennington Gap went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at his residence. Charles was born on October 14, 1943 in St. Charles to the late Horace Hilton and Oma Wise Taylor Hilton. Charles proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. After his time in the service he worked...
Daniel Stephen Early
Jun 5, 2026
Daniel "Bear" Early, 74, of Stickleyville went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 5, 2026 at Johnson City Medical Center. Daniel was born on December 21, 1951 in Stickleyville, Virginia to the late Ellis Early and June Parsons Early. Daniel was a jack of all trades wearing many hats throughout his career. He was a truck driver and...
Laura Sue Lane
Jun 4, 2026
Laura Sue Lane, 88 of Carlisle, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 4th. Laura was born July 12,1937 in Pennington Gap, VA to the late Wilbur and Loda (nee Hughes) Martin. Preceding her in death are her beloved husband of 72 years, Noah Lane in May of 2025, her siblings Ana Mae “Jo”, Marcella, Johnny “Bud”, Kay, Wanda and Danny.
Laura...
Alan Ray Gailey
May 31, 2026
Alan Ray Gailey went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family Alan was an avid hunter, fisherman, and enjoyed shooting targets with his friends Alan enjoyed going to church with his friends and family Alan is preceded in death by his parents Olan and Patsy Gailey, and brother Robert Gailey...
Matthew Randall Lee Pierson
May 25, 2026
Matthew Lee Pierson - December 3, 1999 – May 25, 2026 Matthew Lee Pierson went to be with the Lord on May 25, 2026. He was a devoted Christian who attended Riverland Church in Summerville, South Carolina. Matthew loved his family dearly and had a special love for his pets. Matthew and his fiancée, Charity Byrd, shared a love for...
Stephen Edward Surgener
May 23, 2026
It is with profound love and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Stephen Edward Surgener. Our beloved father and friend passed away peacefully on May 23rd at Nova Health and Rehab, surrounded by the warmth of his family. Born in Kingsport, Tennessee on December 2nd, 1974, to Ronald (Steve) and Brenda Surgener, Stephen was a man with an...
Robert W. Rhodes
May 20, 2026
The Lord was ready and He called his faithful son Robert W. “Bob” Rhodes home to walk the streets of gold beside Him on May 20, 2026 surrounded by his wife and daughters.
Born to Claire C. and Margaret V. (Feigh) Rhodes in Pittsburgh on January 10, 1941, at the age of seventeen, he entered the United States Army. Bob proudly...
Nellie Leister
May 18, 2026
Nellie Oliver Leister, 82, departed this life for her heavenly home on Monday, May, 18, 2026. Nellie was born on April 1, 1944, in St. Charles, VA, to the late Wheeler and Mary Oliver. She was three of six children. Shortly after graduating from St. Charles High School as salutatorian of her class, Nellie moved to Sykesville, MD, where she...
Keith Edward Ritchie
May 17, 2026
Keith Edward Ritchie, 63, passed away on May 17, 2026, in Bristol, Tennessee. Keith was born on August 3, 1962 to the late John and Gilda Ritchie in Norton, Virginia. Along with his parents, he is preceded by his brothers, Tony, Jerry, Joni, and Randy Ritchie. Those left to cherish his memory is his son, Brandon Ritchie; daughter, Kymberly Heldreth...
Dennie C. Smith
May 17, 2026
Dennie C. Smith, 73 of Pineville, passed away on May 17, 2026, at the Baptist Health Hospital in Corbin surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Pineville on November 24, 1952, a son of the late James Cawood “JC” and Rosetta Carnes Smith. Dennie had been an Emergency Medical Technician for over 20 years in both Bell and...
Barbara Ann Jones
May 15, 2026
Barbara Ann Jones, 83, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Lee Health and Rehabilitation in Pennington Gap, Virginia. Barbara was born on July 22, 1942. Known for her warmth, dedication, and unwavering faith, Barbara was a devoted member of the Church of God of Prophecy. Her spirit was a source of inspiration and strength for not only her...
Rebecca Emily Wynn
May 12, 2026
Rebecca Emily Wynn, 25, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 2, 2026 at her home in Jonesville, Virginia. Rebecca was born on September 30, 2000 to her father, John Evan Wynn and late mother, Heather Lynn Whitt. She had a deep passion for horses, dogs, cats, and all animals. Along with her mother, she is preceded in...
William Randall Oliver
May 6, 2026
William (Pejib) Randall Oliver, 54, passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in Pennington Gap, Virginia. Pejib was born on June 29, 1971 to C.D. Oliver and Juanita Oliver. He is preceded in death by his father, C.D. Oliver; grandparents, Ellen Oliver, Willie and Vitis Marcum Those left to cherish his memory is his mother, Juanita Oliver;...
Billy Ray Haynes
May 6, 2026
Billy Ray Haynes, 87, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026 at his home in Pennington Gap, Virginia. He was born on September 5, 1938, Billy lived a life marked by service, hard work, and devotion to his family and community. Billy proudly served his country in the United States Navy aboard the USS Wadleigh DD-689 for six years. Following...
