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03/15/2026

Linda Louise Sears

Linda Louise Bossardet Sears, age 76, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Baptist Health Corbin. Born in Zeeland, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Edsel Bossardet and Lillian Smith Bossardet. Linda was a woman of faith who loved the simple joys of life. She enjoyed quilting, working on painting and cross-stitch programs online, and spending time with her beloved cats and dogs. Above all, she cherished her family and her faith in God....

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03/15/2026

Harold Dean Sizemore

Harold Dean Sizemore, age 88, of Gray, KY, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at his home. Born in Hyden, KY, he was the son of the late Clarence Sizemore and Myrtle Shell Sizemore. Harold proudly served four years as an airman in the United States Air Force. Following his military service, he built a respected career in banking, working for 28 years as a banker and loan officer at First National Bank and Trust of Corbin. Harold was...

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03/13/2026

Most funerals go off without a hitch and provide healing to those who grieve. However, there are situations that can occur that would make a funeral problematic for the funeral home and guests. Here are 6 problems that could happen at a funeral you attend and what you can do to help.

Most funerals go off without a hitch, but what do you do if things go wrong? Learn how to handle these problematic issues if they arise.

03/09/2026

03/07/2026

Doris Jean Hollins

Doris Jean Wilson Hollins, age 81, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026, in Rockholds, KY. Born in Corbin, KY, she was the daughter of the late Charlie Wilson and Edith Mayne Wilson. Doris lived a life centered on family, hard work, and the simple joys of home. She loved cooking for those she cared about and spent many hours crocheting and quilting. She also enjoyed tending to her garden and flower beds and preserving the harvest...

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03/07/2026

Ready for longer days and more sun? It's that time again. Don't forget to set your clocks forward one hour.

03/06/2026

Johnie Sherman "Bull" Durham

Johnie Sherman “Bull” Durham, age 91, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Continue Care Hospital in Corbin. Born in Arjay, KY, he was the son of the late Rollie Durham and Ella Williams Durham. Johnie lived a life devoted to his faith, his family, and his country. He proudly served as a veteran of the United States Army and was a charter member of Immanuel Baptist Church, where he found fellowship and strength in his...

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03/06/2026

If you have a loved one entering hospice care, there are likely many questions on your mind about their care. One of those concerns may pertain to medical supplies and equipment. Where do they come from? Does hospice provide them? Click the link to learn more as you prepare to care for your loved one in their final days.

Not sure whether hospice care provides medical equipment and supplies? Check out this article to get your questions answered!

03/06/2026

Johnny E. Marion

Johnny E. Marion, age 73, of Gray, KY, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026 at Corbin Health and Rehabilitation Center. In honor of his wishes cremation rites have been accorded and there will be no public services. Arrangements are entrusted to Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home. Messages of condolence may be written to the family at vankirkgrisellfuneralhome.com.

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03/05/2026

Bobby Perkins

Bobby Perkins, age 64, of Woodbine, KY, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Hillcrest Health Care. Back in the day, Bobby loved to dance. Listening to the radio and watching westerns, on TV, were pastimes that he enjoyed. In the words of his sister, Shara, "Bobby was a good, good soul who would help anybody." Bobby was tired and ready to go to his heavenly home. Born in Barbourville, KY, he was preceded in death by his parents,...

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03/03/2026

Henry Southerland

Henry Southerland, age 75, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Barbourville ARH Hospital. Born in Balkan, KY, he was the son of the late John Southerland and Maude Smith Southerland. He was a graduate of Corbin High School and spent his life rooted in the community he loved. In his earlier years, he loved playing softball with 17th Street Christian Church. Henry enjoyed gardening and took great pride in working with his hands. Until his...

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