Preston Family Funeral Home

Preston Family Funeral Home Our mission is service, our goal is your family satisfaction. 606.325.4946 Services of funeral
director and staff, embalming, other preparation.

MISSION STATEMENT
We are a family owned and operated funeral home serving Boyd and Greenup county since 2002 and offer funeral services and memorial services for all faiths. GENERAL PRICE LIST
Effective Date: September 1, 2024
The goods and services listed below are those we can provide to our customers. You may choose only the items you desire, however, all arrangements will include a charge for our basic service and overhead. If legal or other requirements compel the purchase of an item or service it will be detailed in writing on the Statement of Goods and Services.

• PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PACKAGES
A. Traditional Service - 2 hour one evening visitation, funeral services
at the funeral home, chapel, church, or other facility. Services
of funeral director and staff, embalming, other preparation,
committal service, acknowledgment cards, register, and memorials. $ 5750.00

B. One Day Service - 2 hour visitation, same day as services at gravesite
or cemetery chapel. Services of funeral director and staff,
embalming, other preparation, and service memorials. $ 5240.00

C. Contemporary Service - 2 hour one evening visitation, funeral service
at graveside or cemetery chapel. Register book and memorials. $ 5040.00

D. Economical Services - Graveside or cemetery chapel service with no
visitation. (Embalming, other preparation included). $ 4690.00

• SELECTED PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Services of Funeral Director and Staff $ 3250.00
Our charge includes necessary arrangements, counseling, recording vital statistics,
securing and filing necessary documents and permits, notices and coordinating
service plans. This fee will be added to the total cost of itemized arrangements
but is included in the professional service packages above. Embalming $ 1750.00
Except in certain cases embalming is not required by law. Embalming may be
necessary in the selection of certain funeral arrangements. You have the right
to select a service that excludes embalming. Embalming is required by this firm
to provide an open casket visitation. Other Preparation of Deceased $ 680.00

• FACILITIES AND RELATED CHARGES
Use of facilities and equipment:
Funeral Services at Funeral Home Chapel or other Facility $ 895.00
2 Hour Visitation with Amenities $ 895.00

• TRANSPORTATION
Removal to Funeral Home (60 mile radius) $ 525.00
Transportation to Cemetery (60 mile radius) $ 525.00

• AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT
Service Car / Lead Car $ 280.00

• MISCELLANEOUS MERCHANDISE
Register Book $ 55.00
Acknowledgment Cards $ 36.50
Memorial Folders* (Service Cards) $ 105.00
(*Customized for your family)

• ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PACKAGES
Direct Cremation $ 2650.00
Direct cremation includes procuring all necessary documents and permits. Other preparation and es**rt to crematory. Cremation Container (minimum requirement by crematory) $ 100.00

Direct Cremation with Client Provided Container $ 2650.00
Same as above except cremation container provided by client. Direct Burial with Minimum Casket (CPL - 20 ga. Steel) $ 5295.00
Direct Burial includes care of deceased, basic services of
funeral director, necessary permits, documents, and
authorizations. Transportation charges are not included. Direct Burial with Client Provided Casket $ 4260.00
Same as above casket provided by client. Forwarding Decreased to Receiver $ 3960.00
Basic services of funeral director, embalming, all necessary
permits and documents. Transportation charges are not
included. Receiving Deceased from Another Firm $ 3960.00
Basic services of funeral director, other preparation, all
necessary permits and documents. Transportation charges
are not included.


• GENERAL FUNERAL SERVICES AND/OR MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE
Caskets (range of price) $ 2480.00 to $ 7950.00
Casket Price List provided by funeral home. Vaults (range of price) $ 2200.00 to $ 9099.00
Vault Price List provided by funeral home. INSURANCE FILING FEE $ 300.00
Contact Insurance Company, retrieve all necessary documents and forms. Generate Assignment
and Release forms. Administer postage fees and faxes. CREDIT CARD CHARGE 3.5% of total charge



All warranties either expressed or implied on any merchandise is sole that of the manufacturer. Preston Family Funeral Home neither substitutes, augments, or diminishes the validity of any warranty. This is a dated General Price List furnished by Preston Family Funeral Home and required by law. The above prices are subject to change but will be honored up to 10 (ten) days after changed or void if updated price in question is less. ASK ABOUT OUR PACKAGE PRICING

Greta Faye Grayson1948 - 2026Greta Faye (Gibson) Grayson, 78, of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, was called up to Heaven on Frid...
03/13/2026

Greta Faye Grayson
1948 - 2026
Greta Faye (Gibson) Grayson, 78, of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, was called up to Heaven on Friday, March 13th, 2026, at Paramount Senior Living of Ona, West Virginia. She passed peacefully in her own bed, in the presence of family, while holding the hand of God. Greta was born on January 12th, 1948, in Catlettsburg as the 12th child of what would become fourteen. She was preceded in death by both parents; Noah and Mattie Gibson, five siblings: James, Charles, Curt, Charlotte, and Dennis. Many of her sibling's spouses, and her husband of 54 years; Donnie Jack Grayson, Sr. Greta put family first, raising her boys until they could fend for themselves. She worked for the Boyd County school system for more than 20 years as a parent-teacher advocate. Greta was a member of many churches throughout her life, including Durbin Church of the Nazarene of Catlettsburg and Heritage Baptist of Ashland. The greatest joys in her life were her flowers and her grandchildren--Trevor Fultz, Taylor Wiley, Thane Grayson, Keyan Grayson, Thatcher Grayson, and Zuri Grayson; and her great grandchildren--Connor Wiley, Grayson Wiley, Fox Fultz, and Copper Fultz. She is survived by her two sons, Donnie and Kevin, their wives Jo and Alisha, the aforementioned grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and eight siblings: Helen, Belle, Fred, Pauletta, Bill, Glenn, Sharon, and Danny, and their spouses; and too many nieces and nephews to count. As is written in Exodus 20:12, "Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you." Greta and Jack are together now and for all the days that remain. Services will be Monday, March 16, at 1:00pm at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME by Pastor Barry Long. Visitation is Monday from 11:00 AM until service time. Burial will be in the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Northeast.

03/07/2026

Alice Dean Hensley
1966 – 2026
Alice Hensley, 59, of Ashland, Kentucky, died peacefully, Tuesday morning, March 3rd, at Community Hospice Care Center. Alice was born July 4, 1966 in Greenup, Kentucky a daughter of the late Patrick Henry and Stella Baldridge Hensley. She is survived by 2 daughters; Misty Wright, and husband Teddy, of Ashland. Alisha Mills of Ashland. 2 brothers: James Hayes of Ashland, Rocky Queen of Flatwoods, and a sister: Audrey Unrue of Flatwoods. There are no services scheduled at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME.

Kevin Duane Parsons1959 – 2026Kevin Parsons, 67, of Flatwoods, Kentucky, husband of Teresa Branham Parsons, died Wednesd...
03/06/2026

Kevin Duane Parsons
1959 – 2026
Kevin Parsons, 67, of Flatwoods, Kentucky, husband of Teresa Branham Parsons, died Wednesday evening, March 4th, following a sudden illness. Kevin was born January 25, 1959 in Las Vegas, Nevada, a son of the late Harold and Grace Stewart Parsons. He was a former security guard and enjoyed the outdoors and spending special time with family. Kevin was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by a brother; Mike Parsons. Surviving, in addition to his loving wife, include 2 bonus daughters; Laurie Stewart, and husband Eric, of Ashland, Kentucky. Amy Hawkins., and husband Ryan, of Lawton, Oklahoma. 3 brothers; Keith Parsons, and wife Malinda, of Grayson, Kentucky. Mitchell ‘Mitch’ Parsons of Flatwoods, Kentucky. Darren Parsons of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. 2 sisters; Stephanie Childers, and husband Nick, of Ashland, Kentucky. Donna Lowe of Grayson, Kentucky. 5 grandchildren and a great grandson. The family is hosting a memorial service, Monday, March 9th at 1:00 PM at the Raceland Assembly of God by Pastor Chad Haggard. Friends may visit from noon until service time. Arrangements by PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME.

Karen Rose Alley1941 – 2026 Karen Rose Alley, 2025 Rockingham County Fair blue ribbon winner for her banana bread and co...
03/06/2026

Karen Rose Alley
1941 – 2026
Karen Rose Alley, 2025 Rockingham County Fair blue ribbon winner for her banana bread and coffee cake, passed away on March 5, 2026. Karen was born on August 18, 1941, in the apartment over her grandparent’s grocery store in Northfork, WV. She was the daughter of Eldon Gerald Rose and Audrey Elizabeth Gross and sister to Jerry Bruce Rose who died in the Vietnam War in early 1965. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 64 years, Oscar Alvin Alley Jr. (aka Mr. Wonderful). Karen is survived by their three children, Robert Martin Alley and wife Mary Cheryl Alley of Tyrone GA, Lisa Alley Shaak and husband John Carl Shaak of Newnan GA, and Dr. Jerri Lynn Alley of Harrisonburg VA; grandchildren Chase Nicholas Alley and wife Hayley Joyce Alley of Klamath Falls OR, Jackson Kendall Alley of Coral Gables FL, Audrey Shaak Penshorn, husband Thomas William Penshorn and great grandchild Bruce Thomas Penshorn of Houston TX, Allie Shaak Nott and husband Jordan Anderson Nott of Greenville SC, Andrew Philip Shaak of Daphne AL, and Stella Rose Alexiou and Ezra “Link” Alley of Harrisonburg VA. Karen graduated Huntington High School, class of 1959, then became a Licensed Practical Nurse in her early twenties before starting a family with her beloved husband. Karen loved to bake and gave out her famous banana bread and coffee cake with love and joy whenever she could. She was also a passionate writer, and several of her poems and stories were published in the monthly periodical, Good Old Days. She was a former Westwood Kentucky Boys Club cheerleading coach and was a member of the Valley Greeters and Valley Greeters Book Club in Harrisonburg, VA for 24 years. Karen and Oscar were members of Vision of Hope United Methodist Church. A resident of Sunnyside Retirement Community in Harrisonburg for two years, Karen was extremely involved in many of the planned activities and clubs offered there. She also played a role in their advertising campaigns, and even starred in their recent television commercial. She was extraordinarily grateful to the entire team at Sunnyside for making her last two years so fulfilling. Celebration of Life Services will be Saturday, April 18th, at 10:00 AM at the Bellefonte Country Club, Bellefonte (Ashland), Kentucky. Arrangements are under the direction of PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME.

Gary Bishop Sr.August 28, 1950 – March 3, 2026Wurtland, KentuckyGary Bishop Sr., 75, of Wurtland, Kentucky, passed away ...
03/04/2026

Gary Bishop Sr.
August 28, 1950 – March 3, 2026
Wurtland, Kentucky
Gary Bishop Sr., 75, of Wurtland, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born August 28, 1950, in Ashland, Kentucky, Gary was the son of the late Doliver and Evelyn Bishop. He grew up in the region and made his home in Wurtland, where he lived a life defined by kindness, hard work, and unwavering devotion to those he loved. Gary spent his career as a Heavy Equipment Operator with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 181. He worked primarily at Armco Steel, Solvay, and Ashland Oil, and took great pride in helping construct the Jesse Stuart Memorial Bridge in Lloyd, Kentucky, as well as the Industrial Parkway. His skill, reliability, and steady hand were respected by all who worked alongside him. Even after retirement, he remained the go-to person for fixing just about anything. Above all, Gary was a gentle, sweet soul who never had a bad word to say about anyone. He was the epitome of a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He and his beloved wife, Rohna Bishop, shared 57 years of marriage, spending their lives committed to one another with deep love and mutual support. Gary cherished time with his family most of all. He loved animals, fishing, working on cars, and woodworking—crafting many special keepsakes that his family and friends will treasure forever. His hobbies reflected his patient, handy nature and his desire to create meaningful things for the people he cared about. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Rohna Bishop of Wurtland; his son, Gary Bishop Jr. of Wurtland; his daughter, Sonya Holbrook and her husband, Ron Holbrook, of Flatwoods, Kentucky; his grandchildren, Austin Bishop and his wife Allie of Kitts Hill, Ohio, Brianna Bishop and Joey Guldag of Beverly Hills, California, Haley Riggs of Flatwoods, and Kiki Riggs of Flatwoods; and his great-grandchildren, Weston Bishop, Beau Bishop, and Luke Bishop of Kitts Hill, Ohio. He leaves behind many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends who felt like family. Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Doliver and Evelyn Bishop; his brothers, Douglas Bishop and Timothy Bishop; and his sisters, Janet Bishop, Lois Bishop, and Barbara Ann Bishop. Funeral services will be Friday, March 6th, at 11:00 AM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until service time with burial to follow. Flowers may be sent directly to Preston’s Funeral Home in honor of Gary. Gary will be remembered as a hardworking, gentle man with a heart full of love—always ready to help, fix, fish, or simply sit with his grandchildren and listen. His quiet kindness and devotion touched everyone who knew him. He will be deeply missed and forever loved. Rest in peace, Gary. Your family carries your gentle spirit forward.

Arnold Eugene Sexton, Jr.1937 – 2026Arnold Sexton, 88, of Flatwoods, Kentucky, died Sunday morning, March 1st, at Commun...
03/01/2026

Arnold Eugene Sexton, Jr.
1937 – 2026
Arnold Sexton, 88, of Flatwoods, Kentucky, died Sunday morning, March 1st, at Community Hospice Care Center. Arnold was born July 8, 1937 in Ashland, Kentucky, a son of the late Arnold ‘Doc’ and Garnet Stewart Sexton, Sr. He was a former sales representative with the Daily Independent, was a member of Flatwoods First Baptist Church, President of the KYOVA Gospel Music Association, founding member of the New Vision Trio, and a Kentucky Colonel. Arnold was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by a grandson; John Dyer, and a brother; Edward Sexton. He is survived by his wife; Deanna Douglas Sexton. A son; Jeff Sexton, and wife Bea, of Catlettsburg, Kentucky. 4 daughters; Jennifer Clay, and husband Richard, of Grandview, Missouri. Kim Harris, and husband Fred, of Flatwoods, Kentucky. Jody Howard of Louisville, Kentucky, and Stacey Spears of Greenup, Kentucky. A stepson; Isaiah Grimes of Flatwoods, Kentucky. A stepdaughter; Katelyn Jacobs of Old Town, Kentucky. 2 brothers; Cranston Dale Sexton, and wife Karyn, of Ashland, Kentucky, Phillip Michael Sexton, and wife Becky, of Ft. Meyers, Florida. 21 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 4th, at 1:00 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME by Brother Dave Daniels and Brother Jim Nichols. Visitation is from 11:00 AM until service time. Burial will be Thursday at 2:00 PM at Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens.

Wallace Ryan Stanley1982 – 2026Ryan Stanley, 44, of Ashland, Kentucky, died Saturday, February 28th at his home. Ryan wa...
03/01/2026

Wallace Ryan Stanley
1982 – 2026
Ryan Stanley, 44, of Ashland, Kentucky, died Saturday, February 28th at his home. Ryan was born January 1, 1982 in Ashland, Kentucky, a son of Pamela ‘Cindy’ Hall Stanley and the late Wallace Raymond Stanley. Ryan was a self employed Contractor and mechanic and enjoyed spending time with the Stanley/Hall families. He is survived, in addition to his mother, by 2 sons; Mason and Max Stanley. A daughter; Laynee Stanley, and 2 brothers; Darrell Stanley, and wife Michelle, and Aaron Stanley, and wife Tawnya. Arrangements under the direction of PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME.

Douglas Patrick Marsee1957 – 2026Doug Marsee, 68, of Ashland, Kentucky, died Thursday morning, February 26th, at King’s ...
02/27/2026

Douglas Patrick Marsee
1957 – 2026
Doug Marsee, 68, of Ashland, Kentucky, died Thursday morning, February 26th, at King’s Daughters Medical Center. Doug was born November 26, 1957 in Ironton, Ohio, a son of the late William Walter Marsee and Ruie Marie Hamilton Marsee Mays. He was a retired production manager with Mansbach Metal and an avid University of Kentucky fan. He is survived by a son: Kent Marsee, and wife Hailey, of Ashland. A daughter; Jessica Marsee of Ashland. 2 sisters Ramona Jane Wyer of Lexington, Kentucky. Vicki Adams, and husband Ralph, of Russell, Kentucky, and 3 grandchildren; Parker, Theo, and Ezra. Funeral services will be Monday, March 2nd at 1:00 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Burial will be in Bellefonte Memorial Gardens. Visitation is Monday from 11:00 AM until service time.

Delyn Tyler Flannery1993 - 2026Delyn Flannery, 32, of Jacksonville, Florida, formerly of Ashland, Kentucky, died Sunday,...
02/27/2026

Delyn Tyler Flannery
1993 - 2026
Delyn Flannery, 32, of Jacksonville, Florida, formerly of Ashland, Kentucky, died Sunday, February 22nd in Jacksonville. Delyn was born November 19, 1993 in Huntington, West Virginia, a son of the late Ricky D. Flannery and Tammie Webb Porter of Frankfort, Kentucky. Surviving, in addition to his mother include a sister; TaRicka Cobern of Frankfort, Kentucky, and his maternal grandmother, Jenny Webb and grandpa Philip Webb. Delyn was a US Navy veteran and worked in computer management as an IT specialist. A memorial service will be at Cornerstone Methodist Church at 12:00 PM, Tuesday, March 24th. Burial, with full military rites, will follow at 2:00 PM at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Northeast. Arrangements are under the direction of PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME.

Joyce Allyn Bibb1932 – 2026Joyce Allyn Parker Bibb, 93, went to be with the Lord on February 21, 2026 in Lexington, Kent...
02/23/2026

Joyce Allyn Bibb
1932 – 2026
Joyce Allyn Parker Bibb, 93, went to be with the Lord on February 21, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky. She was the widow of Homer W. Bibb; Mother of Greg Bibb, and wife Rene’; ‘Grandmom” of Ryan Bibb, and wife Sarah; “GG” to Merrilee and Hallee Bibb, and Aunt to many loving nieces and nephews. Joyce was born in Monterey, Kentucky, in Own County, later moved to Ashland where she lived for about 68 years, then moved to Lexington six years ago due to her health. She was preceded in death, in addition to her husband, by her parents; Charles and Leila Frost Parker. A brother; John Parker. A niece Vickie Parker. Step-mother: Maggie Parker, her second family of the Bibb brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Good friends Evelyn Ward and Brenda Brown. Joyce was a long time member of Wildwood Baptist Church in Ashland where she had served in the choir and as a children’s Sunday School Teacher. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 26th at 1:00 PM at Wildwood Baptist Church by Pastor Emeritus Mike Fitzgerald. Visitation is Thursday from 11:00 AM until service time. Burial will be Friday at 12:00 PM at the Monterey Cemetery in Owen County. Contributions may be made in Joyce’s memory to Bluegrass Care Navigators (Hospice), 1733 Harrodsburg Road, Lexington, Kentucky 40504 (bgcarenav.org) or to Wildwood Baptist Church, 3414 Charles Street, Ashland, Kentucky 41102. Arrangements are under the direction of PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME.

Frank Edward Crites1940 - 2026Frank Edward Crites, 86, of Ashland, Kentucky, died peacefully Thursday morning, February ...
02/20/2026

Frank Edward Crites
1940 - 2026
Frank Edward Crites, 86, of Ashland, Kentucky, died peacefully Thursday morning, February 19th, at Community Hospice Care Center. Frank was born January 16, 1940 in Sedgewickville, Missouri, a son of the late Thomas and Dorothy Beatrice Williams Crites. Frank was a home builder by trade, a trade taught by his father to him and brothers Tommy, Jim, Gary, Bob, Jack, and Steve. He leaves a legacy of quality homes throughout the Tri-State.
Frank was a proud soldier in the US Army and served in the United States Air Force at Travis Air Force Base in California. He served a number of years in the Summit-Ironville Volunteer Fire Department where he rose to the rank of Captain.
Frank was an avid fisherman, who used his catch to serve his community by frying fish for churches and businesses like 84 Lumber. More recently, wife Delores would join him. Frank was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by brothers Billy Crites and Tommy Gene Crites; sister Neva Viola Daniels, and great-grandson Rayland Gordon. Frank is survived by wife, Delores Crites. Additionally, a son; Chris Crites of Uvalde, TX. A daughter; Sonya Newman (Gary) of Flatwoods. Sisters Vida Fields and Shirley Compton. Granddaughters; Vanessa Crites and Gracie Newman. Grandson Noah Newman. Great Grandson Delain Boggs. Stepchildren Dana Meek (Mark), Darren Reddick (Pat), Brent Reddick (Heather), and Jim Reddick (Laura), all of Missouri. Frank will be missed by a host of cherished family and friends. A memorial service will be Tuesday, February 24th, at 7:00 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Visitation is Tuesday from 5:00 PM until service time.

02/17/2026

Leonard Earl Stapleton
1940 – 2026
Leonard Earl Stapleton, 85, of Ashland, Kentucky, died peacefully at his home, Sunday, February 15th. Earl was born December 27, 1940 in Haver Hill, Ohio, a son of the late Luther and Edna Floyd Stapleton. He was a brick mason and home builder many years in the Boyd County area. Earl was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by his wife, Claudette Ratliff Stapleton. A son: Timothy Stapleton. A brother: Leroy Stapleton, and a sister: Louise Walker. Surviving include a son; Kenny Stapleton, and his partner David Moore, of Ashland, Kentucky, and 2 grandsons: Johnathon Stapleton and Steven Wells. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 19th at 1:00 PM by Brother Dennis Miles at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Burial will be in the Shelton Cemetery. Visitation is Thursday from 11:00 AM until service time.

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Ashland, KY
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We are a family owned and operated funeral home serving Boyd and Greenup county since 2002 and offer funeral services and memorial services for all faiths. Our mission is service; our goal is your family satisfaction. The Preston Family Funeral Home is our family; we want to be there for yours in your time of need. We’re available for your concerns at any hour, feel free to call, (606) 325-4946, or stop by our office. We would like to sincerely thank you for your visit with us today.

General Price List

Effective Date: February 1, 2016