Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home

04/20/2026

04/19/2026

Troy V. Engle, Jr.

Troy V. Engle Jr., age 74, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at his home. Born in Gray, KY, he was the son of the late Troy V. Engle Sr. and Evelyn Helton Engle. Troy worked as a truck driver for many years and was known for his strong work ethic and dedication. Above all, he loved his family deeply and treasured the time spent with them. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...

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04/17/2026

Kathy Ann Burke

Kathy Ann Burke, age 62, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at her home. Born in Corbin, KY, she was the daughter of the late Cleland and Janice Jackson Rogers. Kathy was devoted to her family and found her greatest purpose in caring for those she loved. She was the heart of her family, and her kindness, laughter, and unwavering love left a lasting impression on all who knew her. In earlier years, she enjoyed horseback...

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04/17/2026

Planning a funeral when you're grieving a loss can be stressful. That's why planning ahead for funeral wishes is a gift of love for your family - you lift the burden of funeral planning from their shoulders. Check out this article to learn more about helping your family by planning ahead!

Thinking about your funeral can be intimidating, but if you plan ahead for your wishes, you can make a difficult time easier for your family.

04/16/2026

Meet our team:

After the loss of a loved one, having caring, compassionate, and experienced guidance can make all the difference. We’re honored to have James David Thomas on our team serving families during these important moments.

James is a graduate of Corbin High School and became a licensed funeral director in 1985. He joined our team in 2012, bringing over 40 years of experience serving families in our community. His knowledge and steady presence help provide clarity and reassurance throughout the funeral planning process.

He and his wife, Carla, have been married since 1984. Jim is the church organist at Corbin Trinity Methodist Church and an active member of the Kiwanis Club of Corbin. He also serves on the cemetery committee that oversees Pine Hill Cemetery.

04/15/2026

Charles Ellis Mayton

Charles Ellis Mayton, age 83, of Corbin, KY, passed away on April 13, 2026, at his home. Born in Rockwood, TN, he was the son of the late Harry Mayton and Verna Poole Mayton. Charles, was a man of quiet strength and a dry sense of humor. He was known for his courageous spirit and dedicated service to his country. His life was a testament to his Southern Baptist faith and to the verse from Joshua 1:9: "Have I not...

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04/10/2026

Alex Brock Jr.

Alex Brock Jr., age 82, was born on November 14, 1943, in Leslie County, Kentucky, and passed away on Friday morning, April 10, 2026, at his home in Corbin, Kentucky. Alex was a devout and dedicated man, not only in his personal life but in his professional life as well. He was the operator of A & B Vinyl Siding, where he was the owner and installer. His meticulous and dedicated work ethic was a testament to his character. A...

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04/10/2026

We understand that putting together a eulogy for a loved one can be a daunting task. As you begin to write the eulogy, check out these guidelines that can help you avoid common mistakes.

Writing a eulogy is a big task! While there's no set way to create a eulogy, here are a few things to avoid.

04/10/2026

Ray Joseph Jackson Jr.

Ray Joseph Jackson, Jr., was born on November 27, 1972, in Corbin, KY, and departed this life on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Ray’s life was a testament of dedication, passion and genuine love for his family, friends, and hobbies. He was a Baptist by faith. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Scott and Mossie Jackson; and Aaron and Flossie North. Ray was a familiar face at Ford Legacy, where he was employed, His love for his job came...

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04/07/2026

It's that time of year again. Don't forget the April 15th deadline.

04/06/2026

Della Jordan Marion

Della Jordan Marion, age 92, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Christian Health Center in Corbin. Born in Barbourville, KY, she was the daughter of the late Neely Jordan and Renee Messer Jordan. Della spent the earlier years of her life in Detroit, MI, before returning to Kentucky, where she owned and managed a restaurant in Barbourville. She was a woman who enjoyed life’s simple pleasures, including flowers, shopping, and above all, the love of...

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